May 2014

TheROYAL NEWS

- May 16, 2014 Volume XII Issue 8 Prince George H.S. - 7801 Laurel Spring Rd. Prince George, VA 23875 - www.trnwired.orgFree Single Copy

Leaving Behind a

Legacy Guidance Director William Havard is synonymous for his suit and bow tie. Havard along with six other faculty members will retire after this school year.

Photo by Danielle Marshall.

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p. 6-7 Educators leave impact

p.9 BEHIND THE SCENES OF GRADUATION p.12-17 SPECIAL SENIOR SECTION p.19 STUDENTTAKES ARTISTIC PATH p.28 CHANGING SIDES

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Today, we will be learning about the natural average teen’s attention span. It is around 15 minutes.

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ur mission as the school newspaper for Prince George High School is to provide a form of media that represents all aspects of student life. The goal is to present factual accounts of newsworthy events in a timely manner. Our publication will be informative, entertaining and reflective of the student body’s opinions. It is the desire of the staff to reach every student and tell as many of their stories as possible.

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You kids need to settle down!! Pay attention!

Illustration by Anthony Sudol

Block Scheduling Strains Effective Teaching Strategies

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Editorial

Section Editors

n the fall of 1999, the school board implemented their decision to switch all secondary schools from attending all seven classes each day to a system of block scheduling. By switching over to block scheduling, the idea was that there would be several new benefits that would not be available with the original system. The school board decided it would be best for students to have four classes a day, rotating classes on odd and even days and going to fifth block every day.

One benefit of block scheduling is less time spent in the hallways switching classes, because there are fewer classes in a day. This would allow for less distraction and more time in class.

Block scheduling also seemed like a good idea because it offered more time for lessons. The greatest advantage, and the major thought process when putting the system into effect, was that it gave teachers the opportunity to do more activities. By having an hour and a half of class, there was time for the students to get up and move around. For example, there would be ample time for science teachers to proctor a lab.

When the school board made the decision to switch systems, they realized that along with block scheduling, there would be an extensive amount of time in class that many teachers would not be used to. As a

result, all teachers were provided with in services to learn new teaching strategies to fill the time. The main point of these “in services” was to avoid having students sit in their desks for an hour and a half doing notes and to avoid teaching then having the students do homework for the remainder of class.

What has quickly become of block scheduling, however, is that students now go into class and often sit for the entire hour and a half in their desk as they learn their new lesson. Sitting and staring at a teacher, or anything, for that length of time can become very exhausting for anyone.

In the time span between when block scheduling was initiated and this year, many teachers have left and many new teachers have come. The new teachers may not have the training necessary to know how to effectively spend 90 minutes with their class.

Some ideas would be to let students work in groups, give them hands-on activities, and spend individual attention with them for part of the time to meet specific needs. These were all ideas that the school board had envisioned when they made the switch for the secondary schools. In order to change the way that classes are currently run, it is essential that all teachers provide the same amount of training in this area, as it is clear that some teachers have had the

Alumnus Offers Advice To Graduating Seniors

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he feelings a first year student experiences going off to college are nerveracking. You leave your family, friends, and probably the only place you have ever called home. The college you chose is now your new home, at least for Amanda the next challenging Majewski and exciting few years.

No matter what college you chose, go into it with an open mind. As a first year student, you are going to meet people that are completely different from you, and also people that are very similar to you, but all freshmen have something in common: everyone is nervous about making new friends.

Overcome your shyness and the comfort of hanging out with one hall mate. Shyness could lead to only having one friend. Both of you would be attached at the hip because you two chose not to meet anyone else. That is NOT FUN. Get active in your school.

Join clubs, the band, or play a sport.

Finding people who have common interests as you will allow you to make some of the best friends.

College is the time to build friendships that last a lifetime, but do not let the fun get the best of you. Always remember why you are there, to get an education. At times the classwork will stress you out, but that is the challenge of life, showing that you can do it and grow as a person when the tough gets tougher.

The rewards will be great in the end. First by being prepared to successfully enter the workforce, and then even more importantly finding out so much about yourself and how you can contribute to the world. I am just finishing freshman year, but I believe that how much effort you put into college equals how much rewards you get back in the end.

Amanda Majewski was the Editor-In-Chief of The Royal News from 2012-2013. She has just finished her first year at James Madison University.

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Should Parents Pay For College Tuition?

As seniors focus on going to college and juniors prepare for the application season, the question of paying for tuition arises. Should parents continue to support their children financially at post-secondary institutions or should students assume independence in paying for their own education?

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oon, the class of 2014 will prepare to embark on the journey to adulthood and self-discovery, arguably one of the most difficult journeys we face in life. During this laborious, stressful time the last thing students should have looming over their heads is the burden of college payments.

When parents of a soon-to-be college freshman pay for their child’s education they are allowing the child to establish his or her footing in the financial world and focus solely on the educational skills he or she is intending to seek.

It can be argued a parent funding their child’s education is unnecessary “self-embezzlement,” because the majority of parents pay out of pocket with no way of knowing how the child will fare in college. According to www.college.usatoday.com, parents paid thirty-seven percent of all college costs through income, savings, and borrowings. Though that argument is valid, the feeling of allowing your child to thrive in a scholarly environment should exceed any feelings of doubt you would have that your investment was made in vain.

At the end of the day, an eager young adult with every aspiration of improving and every intention of striving to be successful in the modern world should not be forced to scrape together funds that are improbable for most students in high school to have.

According to The Project on Student Debt, the average amount of student loan debt increased five percent from $25,350 to $26,600 between 2010 and 2011. According to a Huffington Post study, the wage of college graduates dropped around five percent between 2000 and 2011. In a society where debt is increasing, and wages are decreasing, students need all the help they can get, including support from parents who have a more stable source of income.

It is my belief that parents should pay for college. When the student is forced to take accountability for this Herculean task, his or her mind is being taken away from school and being thrown right into the commercialized world without proper time to adjust to the surroundings they now face as adults.

PRO CON Devan Fishburne Abigail Faircloth

”...students should be becoming much more self sufficient, instead of asking for handouts...” “...the last thing students should have looming over their heads is the burden of college payments...” “...since they are now adults they should be left responsible for it now...”

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here are multiple bills parents have to worry about paying. Everything from car insurance to phone bills are what a typical parent will be willing to pay for his or her child. But what about college? Should parents be held responsible for paying for college? Or should that be left completely up to the student?

In this day and age, is it really essential for parents to pay for this as well as everything else? With all of the scholarship opportunities, student loans, and money from having a job, students should be able to pay for themselves throughout college.

If everything is continually paid for, most people will not be able to appreciate how much work goes into paying for it. Since they will be legal adults by the time they leave for college, they should be left to fend for themselves. By that stage in their life, students should be becoming much more self sufficient, instead of asking for handouts.

According to cnbc.com, parents on average now pay for twenty-seven percent of college costs for their children. Though this percentage may seem small, it is quite a bit when you consider other factors. For example, most parents have a mortgage, insurance, cell phone, and countless other bills to take care of without adding college tuition on top of it all.

With that all in mind, what if there is more than one child a family is sending to college? On average most middle-class families would not be able to afford all of the college expenses that would come with it.

Instead of students continually depending on their parents to pay for every single expense they may have, students should take the initiative to pay for all of it themselves. Their parents have paid for all of their expenses thus far, but now that they are adults, they should be left responsible for it. After all, when a student goes off to college the parent should not be left to pay for expenses.

Illustration by Qadirah Monroe

Put the money in the bag!

Oh no! They want our money!

Honey, we have to put Bobby through college

I guess we’ll be coming back after Bobby’s sister graduates

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Briefly Asian Pacific American Heritage Month The month of May is set aside to honor the Asian culture that’s present in America today. Jimmy Carter initiately signed it into law to be only a week, however George H. W. Bush extended it from a week to the entire month of May. May was chosen because it marks the first immigrants from Japan to enter the U.S in 1869.

Memorial Day On May 26, those who served in the military and died in service are honored on this day. It was first known as Declaration Day, and it was made into a national holiday in 1971. It also begins kicks off summer.

Armed Forces Day

NEWS BRIEFS

On May 17, this day honors all branches of the military for their services. Harry Truman wanted to united all branches of Armed Forces together under one holiday. On August 31, 1949 the secretary of defense made it a federal holiday.

Senior Final Exams Schedule May 29, Fri. - 7th block exam (normal school day) May 30 - 5th and 6th block exams June 2 - 2nd and 4th block exams June 3 - 1st and 3rd block exams

Underclassmen Final Exams Schedule June 10 - 2nd and 4th block exams June 11 - 1st and 3rd block exams June 12 - 5th and 6th block exams June 13 -7th block exam (all days are early release)

Graduates Can Attend Senior Bash Senior Bash tickets will be sold starting May 19-30 for $5. It will be at on May 5 at 7:00 PM till 10:00 PM. David Hettinger will be the DJ for this event and senior superlatives will be announced at this event. Crafts, free pictures, prizes, and the senior video will be at Senior bash.

MYP Students Celebrate Their Achievement On May 29 at 6:00 PM, the MYP program will hold a dinner in the commons and some long term projects will be presented in the library. At this program students will be rewarded their diploma/certificate by MYP coordinator Holly Boyd and other teachers.

Awards Given On Honors Night On May 19 at 7:00 PM certificates and letters/pins will be rewarded in the auditorium. Societies are inducting new members and William Havard will be presenting a few awards.

Students Undergo SOL Testing On May 16 and May 19 history SOL’s will be in session in B wing. Reading SOL’s will be on May 20 and May 21 in B wing as well. The hallway of testing will continue to be restricted until the end of SOL testing.

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Educators Leave Impa This Year Will Be The Final Year For Seven Faculty As They Take Experience With Them And Leave A Legacy Austin Britt trn writer

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hroughout the history of Prince George’s school system, some of the most talented and widely loved educators in the state of Virginia have passed through the halls of the high school. As another outstanding wave of educators contemplates retirement, the past, present, and future is on their mind.

For head guidance counselor William Havard, deciding to leave after 43 years of working with students is not an easy decision.

“Because of the fact that my wife has many physical problems [spinal cord], I really feel as if it is time,” Havard said. “It isn’t easy saying good-bye after 43 years in the business, though.”

This challenging decision to retire has caused Havard to reminisce about the change that he has encountered in the building throughout his tenure here.

“My first year here was very different mainly because of the faculty members,” Havard said. “I have seen many of my dear friends and colleagues retire as the years have passed.”

Joining Havard in retirement are administrators Tracey Smallwood and Janie Williams, administrative assistant Dianne Overstreet, librarian Vickie Cosgrove, and teachers Buddy Darby, Tonya Mahaffey, and Wilson Whited.

Timeline of PGHS Staff 1926- The first SAT is administered.

1972 - Texas Instruments introduces the first in its line of electronic hand-held calculators, the TI-2500 Data Math. TI becomes an industry leader known around the world.

Math teacher Buddy Darby starts teaching at PGHS. Darby started in education in 1967.

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1974- Post-it notes are invented by Arthur Fry

As these revered staff members prepare for the next step in their lives, they are trying to keep in mind the most memorable aspects of being a part of the school family.

“The part that I will remember the most is the support of my colleagues and the vitality of my students,” Whited said.

These faculty members, who will be remembered for their respective positive impacts on this school, also leave with indelible marks on their hearts.

“Working with the students and seeing so many of them graduate and become productive citizens of society is what I will most definitely remember the most about working here,” Williams said.

Accompanying them into retirement is their irreplaceable experience that has been multiplying over the years along with their knowledge and skill of teaching and interacting with the students each and every day.

“My first year teaching here I had no support, they just gave me a book and said teach,” Darby said. “But over the years, I have gained support and tips from the teachers.”

This wealth of classroom and educational knowledge is only found in a rare number of people, making it even harder to see these faculty members retire along with their skills and expertise.

“I have learned lots and lots of tolerance and patience since becoming a teacher,” Mahaffey said.

While the present can be nostalgic, the future is promising and exciting for these soon-to-be retirees.

“I plan on working part-time and spending more time

with my family,” Whited said. “I also hope to travel some and pursue numerous interests and hobbies.”

Others have no definitive plans for their post-educational lives.

“I do not have set plans,” Mahaffey said. “I am a member of the Petersburg Art League, so I might volunteer there.”

After 43 years of public education, plans for after retirement can be difficult to make. Optimism and creativity is essential though.

“I plan on looking for some divine inspiration on what to look for next,” Havard said.

Havard confirmed that he has not ruled out the possibility of consulting periodically next year at the high school.

Principal Tracey Smallwood has chosen this year to conclude her 33-year career in education.

“The staff is my family so after I told Dr. Browder [I had decided to retire], I thought they should know also,” Smallwood said.

Smallwood called the staff in for a meeting Fri. afternoon, May 2nd, and let them know that she was retiring effective the end of July.

Over the span of her career, Smallwood has learned how to be an effective educator and leader.

“I have learned a lot about myself, I [have] learned a lot about human nature, and I have learned a lot about life in general,” Smallwood said. “I will miss the smiles, laughter and interaction with the students. I will miss going to the different activities, reading the paper, being interviewed by TRN, and being here everyday with the students.”

1989 - The University of Phoenix establishes their “online campus,” the first to offer online bachelor’s and master’s degrees. It becomes the “largest private university in North America.”

1994-1995 - Whiteboards find their way into U.S. classrooms in increasing numbers and begin to replace the blackboard.

1988

Administrative assistant, Dianne Overstreet begins her career at PGHS. Overstreet has been in education since 1982.

1991

Guidance Director William Havard begins at PGHS. Havard started in education in 1971.

Principal Tracey Smallwood joins PGHS. Smallwood began in education 1981.

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Students, Staff Share Appreciation For Retirees “Mr. W is a great teacher and really knows how to interact with his students,” sophomore Kyle Davis said.

“Mr. Darby is always in a great mood every time I see him and he is really funny and can always make me laugh,” senior Bryant Marks said.

“Mrs. Mahaffey is very open to ideas that her students have and is very willing to help them in any way she can,” senior Ashton Allin said.

“I will miss Mrs. Overstreet’s dance moves and her always being available to be helpful in any way,” Renee Topian said.

Among the six retirees are Guidance Director William Havard, Principal Tracey Smallwood, math teacher Buddy Darby, and Assistant Principal Janie Williams (pictured above). Their work will leave a lasting impact within the school.

1999 - On April 20th, two Columbine High School students go on a killing spree that leaves 15 dead and 23 wounded at the Littleton, Colorado school, making it the nations’ deadliest school shooting incident.

1999

Assistant Principal Janie Williams begins at PGHS. Williams started in education in 1979.

2001 Art teacher Tonya

Mahaffey begins working at PGHS. Mahaffey began in education in 1999.

2002- No Child Left Behind Act passes and is implemented under President George Bush.

2002

English teacher Wilson Whited begins in education and teaching at PGHS.

“I will miss Mr. Havard’s wonderful advice and encouragement. I will miss how much confidence he has in each student... that they will have a bright future.

I will also miss his ability to answer any question you throw at him. Most of all, I will miss his vast collection of bow ties,” junior Taylor Stevenson said.

“Mrs. Smallwood is a genuinely kind person whose heart is with the students at this school, and she understands the making of a high school more than most,” Pam Alley said.

“I feel like she [Mrs. Williams] really listens to what you’re saying and cares about what is going on. She is consistent across the board with her discipline. I will miss her friendliness and her listening ear,” Barbara Ceney said.

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Behind The Scenes Of Graduation An Inside Look Into Process Of Preparing For The Graduation Ceremony Qadirah Monroe trn writer

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warm breeze passes through a crowd of eager faces. As each name is called, one by one each student takes the stage and is handed the document they have all been waiting for. As they exit the stage, diploma in hand, each student takes one step further into their future.

On Sat. June 7, at 9:00 AM, the Class of 2014 will be graduating. Library media specialist and senior class sponsor, Kimberly Bailey, has been working diligently to organize and plan the event.

This year, Bailey is taking on a considerable amount of the graduation load due to the absence of her fellow library media specialist and senior sponsor, Vicki Cosgrove.

“She [Cosgrove] had to go out on sick leave, as of January, for health reasons,” Bailey said.

During the course of Cosgrove’s time off, Britney Ceney has been assisting Bailey in the Library Media Center. Not only has Ceney been helping out in the library, but she has also lent a hand in getting ready for graduation. “[Ceney] actually volunteered her time and came to one of the last parent meetings,” Bailey said. “She has been a wonderful, wonderful help to me personally.”

Teachers have also stepped in to help Bailey prepare for the event. The teachers assist during the seating process during graduation practices and help chaperone during the Senior Bash, the end of the year senior party.

“When they have free time, they’ll come and help me get things ready,” Bailey said. “As things arise, the teachers, especially the senior teachers, come and lend a hand whenever they can.”

As senior class sponsor, Bailey is running all things graduation related, but the seniors have responsibilities of their own to take care of before taking the stage in June. Seniors are to attend a sequence of necessary practices, have their cap and gown ready, and have all of their necessary requirements completed.

Before even attending practices, seniors are asked to attend one of three mandatory student and parent meetings.

“There, they get all of the information and then they sign an agreement saying that they will follow all of the expectations,” Bailey said.

At the meetings, students and their parent or guardian are given information regarding events the leading up to graduation, practices, and requirements.

All graduating students must complete all of their academic requirements and tend to all financial obligations to the school before walking in June.

In the days leading up to graduation, the graduating class will take part in convocation.

During convocation the seniors wear their cap and gowns and will receive a variety of awards from clubs and activities, departmental awards, scholarships and military enlistments are announced.

“Convocation is a kick-off to graduation week and a celebration of many academic and personal achievements,” Bailey said.

Convocation is assembled in the gym and the set-up is done by the maintenance and custodial staff, headed by Bryan Griffin. The stage set up on the football field during graduation is also set up by the maintenance and custodial staff. “[In preparation for graduation] I write up maintenance tickets to set the stage up a bout a week before graduation,” Griffin said. “Then

we [the custodial staff] set up the chairs for the graduates and the people on stage.”

As with any other large assembly of people, the security officers have to also have to prepare for graduation day.

“In preparation for graduation, we have to review all of our security plans and specific assignments from the administrators,” security officer Tammie Peterson-Wilfred said.

Moreover, the officers want to make sure that the seniors stay focused and well behaved in the days leading up to graduation.

“I encourage the seniors to stay positive and make sure that their behavior stays good,” Peterson-Wilfred said. “It’s an exciting time of year and we don’t want them to miss the opportunity to walk across the stage.”

On graduation day, the seniors are seated on the football field in seats brought in by the custodial staff. The stage is set up under the score board and spectators are allowed to be seated on both the home and visitor sides of the field. With this set-up, graduates are allowed to invite as many people as they would like.

“If the graduation is outside on the football field, it’s open seating and there are no tickets,” Bailey said. “The field is opened at

The graduates listen to the speakers during Commencement 2013. Last year’s graduation ceremonies were adjusted to work around the rainy weather, and were moved inside.

Photo by Lindsay Pugh 7:30 AM and seating is basically first come, first served.”

In an instance of inclement weather, there is a second plan for where the event is assembled.

“Plan B is that if we have to come inside, every graduate only gets four tickets,” Bailey said. “Only the four ticket holders will be allowed in the gym.”

Though the alternative set-up is not particularly favored, the gym is still prepared in case of bad weather.

“We have to make sure both the field and the gym are clean and ready to go, just in case we have to come inside,” Griffin said.

Nevertheless, Bailey feels the sheer excitement that circulates around the senior class around graduation time and is glad to be a part of the special occasion.

“It’s a big thing to kind of have a hand in this and give them this big celebration of accomplishment,” Bailey said. “It’s exciting and I really enjoy it.”

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Teachers For Tomorrow Trains Leaders VSU Dual Enrollment Class Prepares Seniors For Possible Teaching Careers Ronnie Dayvault trn writer

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hen the bell rings, students sit down at their desks as Leah Holliday, the teacher cadet, begins the class.

Holliday is a senior who participates in Teachers for Tomorrow.

Teachers for Tomorrow is a dual enrollment course designed only for seniors. The students can determine the characteristics of being a teacher and can explore the profession by teaching on a personal and professional level and classroom observations as they become acquainted with teachers.

Lisa Britt has taught the Teachers for Tomorrow class for five years.

“The students that take this course get four college credits,” Britt said. “If they are interested in the teaching field, then it can

give them a more hands on experience.”

According to the National Center For Education Statistics, there were a projected 3.7 million full-time-equivalent elementary and secondary school teachers in fall 2011.

“For those who don’t know if they want to be a teacher [or not], then this class can help them decide if they want to do it,” Britt said.

The students participate in a field experience that lets them leave the high school and go teach a class at another school.

Senior Joseph Reierson is one of the students participating in the field activity.

“I am assigned to N.B Clements Jr. High School,” Reierson said. “The assigned teacher I co-teach with is Mr. Welch, a 9th grade Earth Science teacher. I help Mr. Welch with handing out worksheets, sometimes even teaching from a PowerPoint.”

The Teachers for Tomorrow class educates the students about the different

characteristics of a teacher. It helps students learn how to react to different situations and different behaviors.

Senior Caitlin O’Hare realizes that there is more to being a teacher than teaching.

“This class has shown me the ups and downs of being in the classroom,” O’Hare said. “The teachers have to a lot of planning and a lot of grading for their students.”

After the students that participate in the class get the feel of being a teacher, they must decide whether or not they want to pursue it as a career.

“I actually want to become a teacher,” Reierson said. “I would like to teach 8th or 9th grade science.

Holliday is also interested in a career in the teaching field.

“The field of learning that I would like to teach is social studies,” Holliday said. “With the many different subjects of social studies like world history, government, US and

Senior Leah Holliday prepares to teach a lesson to her 8th grade class at N.B. Clements. She has just finished her seven week field experience as a Teacher Cadet.

Photo taken by Christina Buckles.

Virginia history, it is a hard choice to decide what class I would teach.”

However, not every student who takes the class would like to become a teacher.

“I do not want to be come a teacher.

[However], it is a great way to work with kids, which could possibly help me in my career in the future,” O’Hare said.

“For the students that decide to become a teacher, I would have to tell them to embrace it,” Britt said. “It is very time consuming and consists of a lot of hard work. In the end, it is a great feeling when you see your students succeed and see them grow after all their challenges.”

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Good Luck to all Seniors!

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Will & Testament

Congratulations Class of

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s students are getting ready to leave high school they are leaving behind much more.

The Royal News provides a senior section where the seniors share what they leave behind to their teachers and underclassmen.

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Good Luck!

I, Ashton Allin, leave the dance team, my love of dance, my ability to choreograph dances that make the team crazy to Alyssa Garzini, my rock rosin to Samantha Sudol, Jessie Vargo, and Jessica Beaudet , and my car and parking pass to my little brother Johnny because no matter how much you deny it, you will end up with it one day and it’s better than walking.

I, Tyler Bassett, leave young Bassett, all of my PG love and fame. Richard Hanson, my ability to make any girl smile, Tyler Bembry, the Tyler name (own it well). All my street knowledge to Jason Rodriguez, and Robert Cavitt - the county’s best smile.

Shout out to all my teachers. Alyssa and Taylor - all my good luck and fortune. Meredith - a heart and humor.

I, Nicholas Alexander, leave to Bennett Buetow, I bestow the Branthoover Derp. I leave what self-confidence, I can spare, to Izzak Spiers, Terrel Grant, by the time you read this I would have already given all I can to you and finally I leave the position of funny loud-mouth in 5th block choir to Isaac Bland.

I , Trevor Bembry, leave my jersey (69) to Brain Weinz, my car to my little brother Tyler, and lastly my locker to Mike Benjamin.

I, Mandy Almarode, leave my heart and spirit to Prince George.

I leave my chants to our student sections and pep rallies. I also wanna leave the motto to Sarah Daniel, the outfield to Casey Abernethy and McKenzie Barlow, last but not least I leave to my little sister, Macie Almarode, all my high school memories and moments. Good luck to my PG fam! Cherish it!

I, Nikohl Blount, leave Alex Thomson this school.

Congratulations, have fun!

I, Carolina Bae, leave Sarah Moore my love of Dr. Moore’s jokes, Mallory Cox my sarcasm, Chaelin Magruder our Model UN memories, April Buckles what little sense of fabulosity I do have, and PGHS my lack of school spirit.

I, Miranda Barnhouse, leave to Ashley Bishop a lifetime’s worth of rosin, to Caitlyn Bishop, a reasonable viola part, to Kamryn Gill, have much fun and the memory of Jawn & Sneerlock, to Gracie Rudser, brass power, and to Izaak Spiers, I leave many hugs and the wise words of J.R.R. Tolkien, “You can only come to the morning through the shadows.”

I, Steadman Barringer, leave the gym and all the weights I’ve ever lifted to my little brother Landon and I leave my job to Spencer Gifford.

I, Stephanie Benson, leave my determination to all underclassmen and Casey.

I, Will Bonnell, leave Tarah Ashley $47, the baes Ally Renn and Jessie Honaker my love and awesome tennis skills, and my team and awesome doubles partner Devan Fishburne. Tyler Spence, my ultimate frisbee, and lastly Jared Fallin, my castle (Dr. Witt’s room), my kingdom, and a few battle scars as proof, maybe a few more tacos.

I, Tiana Bowen, leave my heart, my normalness, and my handprint on the backboard to Ariel Stephenson! LOL LOL I <3 YOU BAE HAHAHA! I, AJ Brown, leave all my kicks to Brandon Fair and all my studio equipment to Joe Smith. I’d also like to tell PG to look out for all the music Brandon and Joe are going to drop.

I, Lexus Brown, leave Ashli Moseley my unconditional love. I love you to death, next year is your year so kill it! Brittany Fuller and Ariel Stephenson, I leave my basketball and my cubby, and I love you both so much, y’all will succeed in all you do. Good luck next year!

I, Christina Buckles, leave my sister April all my love, the newspaper, and high school memories, Travis Temple being the bae and the Royal News, Austin Britt quotes from Reagan, Mallory Cox all the tacos in the world, Daniel the SIPA dance memories, Devan our mixed connection and nickels, Eddie the best of luck, Logan my love and memories of tanning and hot wings, Kayla my brother, Hydeia my news position, Mr. Havard my love and appreciation, Mr. Butler the powder keg of high school, and Mr. Britt the War of Northern Aggression.

I, Isaiah Byrd, leave my laziness to Brandon Sandridge, my patience to Dominique Gaines, athleticism to Chaz Vankins, my speed Jency Warren, and my track endurance to Brandon Sandridge.

I, Corey Butler, leave the sophomores and juniors the extra room in the hallways.

I, Jasmyn Caldwell, leave my laughter and good times with Taylor Tann. I hope that she is successful throughout finishing her last two years of high school, Jonique Jackson my confidence and positive attitude in color guard, and I hope the whole PGHS marching band has a great season! I also leave Taylor Browning my skills and patience as a captain.

I, Whitney Clements, leave many wins for varsity softball and field hockey, all of my love and hard work to my little brother Wade, and all the unforgettable memories we made to all Prince George students.

I, Gabi Coffey, leave the strength to walk through the halls with out a hand to hold to Eva, enjoy your SENIOR YEAR! My care free attitude to Tasia, use it every now and then. To the rising seniors of 2015 I leave you with this: Enjoy every second and do the things you have always wanted - this year will be over before it even begins. Once a Royal ALWAYS a Royal! <3

Will & Testament I, Cameron Collins, leave Prince George High with a great education, list of friends, aspirations for my future. My junior boys, especially Matt Froggatt and Bradon Collins, my reputation to uphold as “that kid with a big truck.”

burn book to my girls, Eva Seidel and Taylor Stevenson, my confidence and intelligence to Alyssa Mertins. My passion for running to the sidewalks of PG, and my heart to all the ones who have made me who I am today.

I, Taylor Cowan, leave my love to the whole school, my senoritis to the Class of 2015, my meanness to Mrs. Jones, our desks to all the students, courage to the upcoming freshmen entering high school, my parking spot to an early release student.

I, David Fisher, leave $100 in a random locker to whoever finds it next year.

I, Jazlyne Crawley, leave the drumline to Brandon Turner, Jerron Ramsey, and Darius Matthews, Rack up on the trophies, #SWOHTAY! Just know that I will be checking on you. And to all the Raising Let 4’s, keep the royal battalion Legacy going. Work, improve, and be better than us. HOOAH! And to Mr. Brooks, GO THERMAL! I, Mandi Cummings, leave my yearbook and dancing “skills” to Brenton and Sarah, long drives to ABK and Bren, my cityness to Van and Lele, my words to my speech girls, my jokes to Brooks and Warren, my leadership to soccer and SGA, Reeve, our handshakes, Taylor, my southern prep, to Jo, my utmost love, and my sweat, tears, and passion to PGHS and its students!

I, Jessica Cunningham, leave Taylor Scott, Brittany Woodard and Mariah Terry my motivation to excel in whatever truly interests them because I will go far after I leave. To Starr Lespier, Savanna Martin, Alyssa Taylor, Meredith Waymack and the rest of my favorites, I leave my wonderful party memories and many long nights to you guys! I love y’all!

I, Nicole Daly, leave to Tyneshia my buildOn baby - I know that you will take good care of her :) , to Jessie and Jessica, my proven procrastination skills, although I hope you do not need them, and to my brother Connor, my alarm clock, and to the classes of 2014, 2015, and 2016 “never give up your dreams.”

I, Morgan Dance, leave my closet to administration.

I, Dillon Franz, leave all of my love to Kassie Galvin, JoJo Taylor, and Eva Seidel, my love of Duke to Mrs. Dabney, Mr. Britt, and Dr. Moore, and also, my heart to Prince George County.

I, Lyric Frierson, leave Erica Harris my gangster mentality.

Corrine Marshall and James Ford my dancing, and my thug love to Mikale Harris. #DreamTeamBaby. Hold it down 187.

I, Brian Fullman, leave my loyalty to Mikale Harris, my balling skills to James Brunsun, my love to Sabrina Peralta haha, and my hate to the C/O 2016.

I, Deborah Gardner, leave my spirit of cheer and laughter to the girls JV and varsity basketball team, my jersey #32 to the loudest cheering bench warmer, my ambition to want to graduate high school to the rising seniors, the best of wishes and love to my little brother Antonio and good luck to everyone!

I, Julian Gonzalez, leave this quote with the Class of 2016, “If you ain’t first, you’re last.”

I, Malik Mathew Green, IV, leave absolutely nothing because my example probably is not the best to follow, but I do love all of you, especially James Brunson, Taylor, Jasmine, Briana, you know what... I am not naming all of you. Last but not least, I hate but love you Mikale LOL. No, wait, hold up. Special thanks to my wife Rachel Sarver.

I, Chanel Guidry, leave all my 5th period snacks to Michael Benjamin and my theatre seat to Erica Harris.

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Maddie Barlow, my similar resemblance to Jordan Nase, a new fridge to the guidance office, and my school spirit to the Class of 2015.

I, Keishombria Hunt, leave whatever you do keep your head up high, don’t let anything or anyone bring you down. The road is not going to be easy but if you stay positive and apply yourself, I promise you will have no trouble reaching your destination.

I, Whitney Hunter, leave my pride and joy of being a senior to all the up and coming seniors, my sense of humor to my main lil ones Mimi and Azaria, also my work ethic. To all of the C/O 2015 good luck! Live it up and enjoy your senior year!

I, Diana Jackson, leave Dominique Gaines and Damera Jones the ability to have leadership and be successful throughout the rest of high school and their lives.

I, Trenton Jackson, leave Ira Woodley and Cory Hill my sense of style and way with the girls.

I, Jeffrey Johnson, leave my hard drive to Kevin Heard, 24/7 tech support for Mr. Newbold and my soccer chain to Ms. Thornton.

I, Tiana Kelly, leave Prince George High with the sun in my face and the school to my back not looking back. You know what they say, “In order to move forward you have to stop looking back,” I will never forget where I came from. And to all the upcoming seniors reach for the stars because even though you may happen to fall short, you can land on the clouds, and you’ll still be higher than everyone else. Good luck Class of 2015! :D I, Tre Kelly, leave, “Keep your head up straight. Stay focused.”

I, Kenneth Kidd, leave Taylor Stevenson the Student Government Association - take care of it, Corey Bridgman my yearbook spot, Mr. Havard my snazzy bow tie collection, Kate Birchett my phone in case yours breaks, Peyton Mitchell my cat to care for, Ms. Edmundson our laughs and memories in long car rides, Ms. Heath my inner ninja - you’re going to need it when I’m gone.

I, Samantha Daniel, leave my sister, Sarah Daniel, my senior stress, my parking spot if she wants it, my entire high school life, and all of my binders of notes. The Royalettes Dance Team rising seniors, the leadership positions and team, and to the entire dance team, I leave the countless number of push-ups, summer camp, and my love.

I, Savannah Hackley, leave all of my senior responsibilities to the underclassmen, have fun! Also, my memories to the underclassmen to help make their own.

I, Gwen Dunn, leave good times, memories, and grades to my amazing sisters, Erin Dunn and Debra Thomas.

I, Edishaé Harris, leave all of my encouragement and positive thinking to the Class of 2015.

I, Jasmine King, leave Jonique Jackson and Taylor Tann all my love and best wishes. You two have a bright future ahead.

Never give up and continue to push forward and I will always be here for y’all no matter what. Love ya!

I, Kameron Edwards, leave PGHS future students my attire, hopefully the next classes that graduate gets classier as the years go by.

I, Kelly Harvey, leave all my English knowledge to Mrs. Rhodes - the best teacher I have ever had. She taught me everything I know about grammar and writing and she never gave up on me. Thank you, I will never forget your amazing class.

I, Jasmine Lackey, leave my style and personality to my wonderful cousin Marcey Jiles, my hard work and dedication to all underclassmen track members, and my legacy to Kaleb and Taylor Stevens.

I, Chase Allan Hewett, leave my deer slaying skills to Tim Coffer.

I, Vivian Lam, leave Chaelin Magruder my love for français and a memorable year at PGHS, Sarah Moore our memories shared in AP Chemistry, and all the funny jokes shared in class, and PGHS I leave my procrastination to all the students of Class of 2015 & 2016, have a great time next year! Don’t forget that I love you. Stay golden. Ma mere-faux, je t’aime toujours! Et je partis ma coeur.

I, Emily Elmore, leave my perfectly untouched locker to a student who will hopefully find it more useful.

I, Darron England, leave Jessie Honaker my PGTV computer.

Brenton Vaughan my yeet, Sarah Moore my chemistry skills, Wesley Warren my golf game, and all the juniors my senioritis.

I, Haley Eure, leave Brittany Woodard my patience and willingness to deal with things and to laugh at pointless drama, Leanna White, Vanessa Sadler, Blake the end of my table.

I, Haley Faries, leave my “real” tan skin, my class and the

I, Zac Hale, leave Winn Watson all the remaining ice cream cones for his senior year.

I, Leah Holliday, leave to Andrea, my pretzel container and dance moves, to Jalen, our jokes and wave, to Hope, the Wicked bus ride videos, to Shelby, the ability to whisper and all of our choir conversations, to Maija, all the best in your senior year.

Good Luck! I will miss you all.

I, Kevin Garrett Holt, leave my faith to Reeve Ashcraft, my work ethic to Spencer Gifford, my morning outfit choice to

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Senior Destinations

Virginia

Ryan M Darron E Rebecca S Malik K

University of Missouri

Aver Unive

John Warren

Mitchell Erica Sk

University of Central Missouri

Libe Unive

Trenton Jackson

North Carolina A&T State University Edishae Harris Diamond Tyler

Universal Technical Institute

University of North Carolina Greensboro

Derrick Peterson

Rochelle Rawls

East Carolina University

Catawba College

Jasmine Lackey Mark King Logan Campbell Tyler Bassett

Chowan University

Francis Marion University Whitney Clements

Trevor Bembry

Madison Martin Diamond Macklim Brianna McKay JaQuan Moore Joey Runion

Tacoma Community College Shaniya Malachi

South Carolina State University Brian Fullman

University of Colorado, Colorado Springs

University of North Texas

Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Andre Brown

Mercedez Grant

Clemson University Mandi Cummings

Pace University

Morehouse College

Jacqueline Thomas

University of Kansas Isiah Truell

Eric Wells

Pennsylvania State

Clark Atlanta University

Kaleigh Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Keefe

Keanna Pender Cariel Melton

University of Hawaii at Manoa

Emmanuel College

Leah Holliday

Julian Gonzalez

Work Force Amber Ferrell Steven Rill Colby Hood Alex Wells

Army

Air Force Emileigh Tucker Ezekiel Pantin Josiah Villagomez Eli Patterson

Kameron Gerrett

Navy Tre Kelly

Lakita Williams Nikohl Blount Christina Smith Cheyanne Teeters Diana Jackson Charles Zachary Walsh Darryl Worrell

Marine Corps Kaitlyne Smith Christopher McKay Steadman Barringer

Johns Hopkins University Neftali Rosado

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ia Tech

Minar England Shumar Keaton

rett ersity

l Smith kiddle

James Madison University

Virginia Commonwealth University

Lauren Kunkel Caitlin Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Hare Vivian Lam Darcie Warren Ashton Allin

Deborah Gardner Stephanie Benson Tony Brunson Sydney Lilly Dominique Gray Gabi Coffey Caitlin Brockwell Jeffrey Johnson Gwen Dunn Anthony Sudol Adam Blakemore Haley Eure Nyeisha Daniels Justice Webb Deisha Carter Jessica Taylor Destiny Grubbs Jovan Martinez Nikki Nielsen

Radford University

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Morgan Dance Brody Rotzoll

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Mary Baldwin College

Diana Rincon

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Ryan Prigge Stephanie Campbell Reginald Turman Joshua Comer

Empire Beauty School

Washington D.C.

Zoe Johnson

Howard University Breon Robinson

The Art Institution of Virginia Beach

Virginia Wesleyan College

John Tyler Community College

Samantha Barton Victoria E. Miller

Tiana Bowen

Isaiah Mason Connor Livesay Anna Rook Jessica Cunningham Krystal McDaniel Yabiel Rivera Kaylan Fuzy Nicholas Alexander Corey Butler Jami Burchell Zahary Hankins Kaylee Barreto Lexus Brown Allison Dalton Cameron Collins Alexandria Wiseman Denise Williams Michael Williams Taylor Cowan

Blake Brooks

University of Florida Virginia State University Danielle Marshall Samantha Rodriguez Akeesa Williams Whitney Lewis Jazlyne Crawley

J Sargeant Reynolds Community College Cheyenne Cooley Ryan Bell

Randolph-Macon College Courtney Taylor

University of Alabama Isaiah Byrd

Huntingdon College Marcel Perry

Jessica Taylor

Christina Buckles Carolina Bae William Bonnell

ECPI University

Sarah Fitch Rodney Kyle Kenneth Christopher Kidd

Full Sail University

Yale versity

Virginia College

Christopher Newport University

Makayla D. Scott

Miami Dade College

University of Virginia

George Mason University Joshua Shank Kadera Brown

College of William and Mary Bryant Marks

Longwood University Melinda Rheannan Traylor Haley Ramsey

Marymount University

Richard Bland College Charli Nugent Cleo Lee Blake Bryant James Vardy Joseph Reierson Benjamin Thompson Renee Whitener Kaitlyn Collins Kendall Sulliven Madison Kirkland Hannah Tjomsland Evan Mitchell Malik Lewis Erica Ruis Emily Kane Elmore Jessica Goodman David Fisher Matthew Powers Sean Moran

Malik Green Lyric Frierson

Bridgewater College

Old Dominion University

Hampton University

Jasmine King

Chandler Shirer Kaitlyn Lambert Chase Hewett Kala Burwick Michael Dickerson AJ Brown Chanel Guidry

Casey Overton KiAsia Towns

The Apprentice School Travis Wyatt Stone Adams

Kelly Harvey Gregory Coleman Sierra Stanley Rachel Moore Chandler Bradley Samantha Erin Daniel Claudia Wallace Mandy Almarode Haley Faries Dillon Franz Tamara Pope Ben Cook Hope Thomas Miranda Mullen Miranda Barnhouse Angelina Smith Brandon Yost Jasmyn Caldwell

For an interactive map of the senior destinations online scan this QR code.

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Will & Testament I, EJ Lawrence, leave my love and patience in my 5th block to Sabrina Peralta. I leave my parking spot and all my high school memories to my sister Rhiannon, I hope you enjoy your time here. I leave everything else to my countless friends. Never forget that I love you. Stay golden. Ma mere- faux, jet’aime toujours! ET je partis ma coeur.

I, Cleo Lee, leave my #5 soccer jersey to Eddie Saunders and my center back position to Jarron Ramsey.

I, Sydney Lilly, leave all of my positivity, memories, and heart to Alex Woods, my will power, sweat, and laughs to my track sweeties, Meaghan and Katie! Last, but most definitely not least, I leave my facials and dance floor to the Royalettes!

I, Danielle Marshall, leave Mr. Butler my love of index cards, Mrs. Britt my gratitude for communication notes, Mr. Britt my sips, Terrell my half of the spirit, Matalin, my love of theatre and Glinda, Mr. Havard, my college acceptance happiness, Mrs. Andersen my AP struggles and thanks, Devan the front page and managing editor position, Mr. Phillips, my heelys and “Marta”- thanks for taking a chance on a 9th grader, Mr. Waugaman, my love of InDesign and apologies for future emails about college. Thank you to all of my teachers and Godspeed Class of 2015!

I, Isaiah Mason, leave all of my blood, sweat, and perseverance to my brothers on the football team, and my number to Jordan Nase #5!

I, Christopher McKay, leave to my little brother Daniel, make the best of your senior year, it flies by, to my little sister Rebecca, take advantage of every moment! Thank you to all of my teachers for making this the best senior year! Shout out to Marcel Perry, Mrs. Webb, and Mrs. Webb’s fifth block class. I would also like to recognize my Subway crew Ronald Cote and Taylor Cowan #subway!

I, Cariel Melton, leave my craziness and sarcastic comments to Alisha Brown. I leave my intelligence and beauty to Deja Tinch, beauty and brains :) I leave my common sense to Tamia Singleton because you really need it! All is love PG. I, Ryan Minar, leave Jordan Minar my I.B. survival guide, Logan Paulson my social skills and success with women, my autocad wisdom to Maya Dugger, and to Ryan Bloomenschine I leave 50 push-ups.

I, Jaquon Moore, leave Deja Tinch all my government notes, Alex Woods all my PGTV skills, my little sister Nakaria all my love and laughter, and Ashli Moseley all my reporter skills.

I, Rachel Moore, leave all the underclassmen more years of high school that I do not have to be here for, Nickola my parking place (A-41), it’s a good one, oh, and Mattola, estque vous avez aller du bread et petit peas. Good luck C/O 2015, I hope you all go to school more than we did B).

I, Miranda Mullen, leave my positive attitude to Kristen Mullen. I hope you love high school as much as I did. I leave my captain spot to Jessie Honaker. You are my favorite little base. I hope you find someone great to work with. To the varsity cheer team always be strong,work hard, and do your best.

I, Nikki Nielson, leave my hurdling skills to Jocelyn and Kendalyn. Hurdle Nation! I leave the rest of my speed to Kierra Jefferson, the step team to whoever is bold enough to take on that responsibility, “the tones” (talent show group) to Taylor Tann, Raven Evans, and Jackie McKay. I wish everyone the best of luck and I love you all. Be blessed! C/O 2014 <3 I, Charli Nugent, leave my music and love for band to Ginger Crow, my sarcastic comments to Mr. Winterson’s class to whichever bubbly sarcastic girl comes next year, hours of hard work and constantly having paint covered hands in art to Alex Kaufman and Ella, and my low tolerance for Prince George to every upcoming senior who just wants to get out of here!

I, Kaleigh O’Keefe, leave the soccer team my goals, Chaelin my knowledge, success, and our journeys. Sean my independence, strength, and one day my car. Most importantly I leave bae my heart, even though you already have it. Good luck next year.

I, Casey Overton, leave to all of my teachers my Pop-Tart crumbs and dropped Cheerios, to Sammy Martin my many eye-rolls in choir and the alto place in the Star-Spangled Banner Quartet, to Jamecia Woodson my patience, you need it. I leave my filter to Nadia Freeman, please use it lol.

To any of my underclassmen friends I’ve forgotten, take whatever you want.

I, Ezekiel Pantin, leave every single doubt and fear behind, on these establishment’s walls. My history to become part of what is and what will be. There are only two things absolute in life- taxes and death.

I, Eli Patterson, leave my passion for cars and partying to Nick H. Ranowsky J, my passion for music to Zach Conklin, and my best wishes to the C/O 2014.

I, Marcel Perry, leave to my teachers, my thanks for helping me get through the school year and not giving up on me. For all the juniors who will be seniors next year do not start slacking at the beginning of the year. Shout out to Christopher McKay.

I Ryan Prigge, leave, “Everymon is guilty of all the good he did not do.”

I, Maribel Ramirez-Chance, leave all the laughter and good memories that have happened in these halls. Even better all the drama. Stay calm and live on.

I, Haley Ramsey, leave my lack of athletic ability to be made up for by my siblings Preston & Kaysea, the Ramsey Legacy to Jerron, my InDesign skills & creativity to future yearbookies, all of my love & stress in the yearbook room, so many thanks to the faculty of PGHS, and best wishes to everyone who walks these halls in future years.

I, Rochelle Rawls, leave Christian Rawls my wisdom and all my high school experiences, Sarah Stech my aggressive playing and love for the game, Tinker my jersey number - wear it well!

Brenton my smart comments, to Owens, my complaints during hard workouts. To the track and soccer team, I wish you luck next year.

I, Joey Rierson, leave all my choir skills to the PGHS choir, all the knowledge I learned from Teachers for Tomorrow to all future teachers, my love for DECA for all those who are devoted to it, all my math skills to Mr. Darby, chem jokes with Dr. Moore, teacher knowledge I learned to Mrs. Britt, history to Mr. Britt, and school spirit to all who care.

I, Steven Rill, leave nothing… because I have nothing to leave. #broke I, Breon Robinson, leave my favorite group of sophomores, Mrs. Mayes’ fifth block class, my everlasting love, since I have nothing else to give. I wish you guys luck in your next few years.

I, Adam Kyle Rodney, leave to April Buckles, Kelsey Dunn, and Austin Britt my command of the Academic Challenge team - beat Matoaca for me, I have faith in you. To Cassie, Marissa, and Courtney my best wishes in German class. Haben sie Glück! All of you guys have been great and hopefully I will bee CNU again soon! Best wishes for next year!

I, Anna Rook, leave Haley Parker my joys and experiences in marching band and symphonic band.

I, Derrick Peterson, leave Prince George High School thanking everyone who helped me get through everything.

Now, I am starting a new life and I ask you all to keep me in your prayers and wish the best for me. Also, I would like to ask you all to watch over my little sister Fa’Lathia. I say this because she has a big mouth and bad temper.

I, Brody Rotzoll, leave Jessie Honaker a textbook because she is a nerd, the baseball team a bunch of bananas, and Jordan Nase my job as a producer.

I, Tamara Pope, leave my sense of humor to Deijhs Villagomez. My drum sticks to Zamora Draft. My height to Jasmine Washington (she needs it more than me). And all my love to all the LET 1,2,3’s, and my underclassmen drumline fam.

I, Makayla Scott, leave awesome sets and attacks to Erica Wilson and Lexi Lysonsl, great weave to Kaayliyah Williams, and my heart to Zana Witherspoon.

I, Matthew Powers, leave Nick Adair my parking spot, James Brunson my key to Pen Island, Taylor Stevenson my prettiness, Eva Seidel my awesomeness, and Macie Almarode my PG spirit and Joey’s laughs

I, Joey Runion, leave Montae Bradshaw and Trevor Myers my hands, and Matt Burgess my bullpens.

I, Chandler Shirer, leave Mr. Butler, Courtney’s words, Mr. Carr my love of basketball and the student section, to all of my teachers and Mr. Havard a huge thank you, JoJo Taylor, I leave my smiles, Brooklyn, Brendall, and Peyton our dance parties at VSCA, to my sister Sarah, I leave my love, my love of hip hop to Brenton, my extreme loudness to PGTV; and my love of high school to all of the students of PGHS!

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I, Becky Shumar, leave Tyneshia Griffin my smiles, Sarah Moore my tardies, Ashli Moseley and Virginia Kendall my anchoring position, Mr. Britt my Teddy Roosevelt slides, and Coach Owens my love for Chick-Fil-A. I, Erica Skiddle, leave all my snacks to Jessie Honaker, my seat on the bus to Peyton Mitchell, my hands to Kayla Cobb for catching me every time I fell, and lastly all my skittles to the rest of the cheer team.

I, Alex Smith, leave everything to Jared Fallin.

I, Angelina Smith, leave my good grades and wisdom to my little brother Troy Smith. I have learned a lot my senior year and I hope that you have a great senior year next year.

I, Christina Smith, leave the bus ride to Rowanty and Mr. Jarrell’s class to Justyn Thomas and Derick Miliam.

I, Kaitlyn Smith, leave my parking spot, senior hoodie, and all of the information and advice I can give to my girl Morgan Kei, and my lunch table to whomever decides to sit there next year. May it bring you luck!

I, Mitchell Smith, leave Matt Burgess all of my sodas and M, my soccer captain’s band to Winn Watson and Jerron Ramsey, my love for soccer to Cooper Steggmann and Logan Chadek, my soccer talent to Hunter Bartlett, and Riley Rakes all our awkward moments at volleyball.

I, Marina Stricklin, leave Michael Benjamin da cake, Rachel Sarver 1/4 of my awesomeness - you will need it, Erica Harris seat 107, bae’s back, and my Miss PGHS crown - wear it as well as Abria and I have.

I, Kendall Sullivan, leave everything to my little sister, Kameron Sullivan. Have a great high school experience!

I, Courtney Taylor, leave my love for the game to the soccer teamgood luck next year, I love y’all, 365 words of the day every year to Brooklyn, to Jo, Team Taylor, you have to put Team Taylor on your back now! Lindsay Pugh the newspaper (I expect nothing but greatness!), no words to Mr. Butler, but maybe an R-MC hat; to Mrs. Andersen, Mrs. Alley, Mr. Waugaman, Mr. Darby, Dr. Moore, Ms. Thornton, Mr. Havard, Coach Brooks and Coach Warren a BIG thank you for everything you have all done for me! And a great senior year and my love of high school to all of the juniors - make the most of every opportunity!

I, Jessica Taylor, leave Prince George High School. I am going to college because I love to draw art and fashion. I am going to have fun.

I, Cheyanne Teeters, leave the bathroom stalls, terrible cafeteria food, mean teachers, and my small, no use locker.

I, Benjamin Thompson, leave my enthusiasm, shared memories, and positive future outlook to my incredible brother Martin Thompson. I furthermore encourage all of my friends and acquaintances to do their best, never give up, and to always keep an open mind toward others no matter who they may be.

I, Hannah Tjomsland, leave my spirit of stage manager to Izaak Spiers, sorry if I spell your name wrong! I leave Mary Wilkerson my hopes and love, and future PG Players my best wishes and many broken legs.

I, Caleb Togger, leave everything to he who sits upon the iron throne, Jared Fallin.

I, Melinda Traylor, leave my captain’s spot on the cheer squad to Jasmin Morris, make me proud and keep them in line! I also leave my alto spot and treasurer position in choir to Sammy Martin. I leave all my silly comments about Bob to Ms. B, you will miss me deep down. Most importantly I leave my love for PGHS to all the classes who follow, it is some of the best high school spirit you will ever find.

I, Isiah Truell, leave five dollars to Corey Bridgwater, #27 to the next generation of PG football, and A GOOD DAY IN PG TO TRACKNATION!!! #Aprilism #RockChalk I, Diamond Tyler, leave Deja Tinch my love and support during her senior year, and also my wittiness, great comebacks, and loudness.

It will be needed. I also leave Hannah Bridgers my love and best wishes. Oh, and my Chick-fil-a sauce :) And last, Ernest Wilkins, my great naps. I know he’ll cherish them.

I, Claudia Wallace, leave all my love to Michael Benjamin, my luck and best wishes to Megan Hardatt, and my prayers to all the students who are having tough times throughout high school.

I, Darcie Warren, leave rising yearbook 2 and 3s the stress of deadlines. I leave Katelyn Keyser my brand rep position at Justice.

I leave Brenton Vaughan all the photo day pictures he could want. I leave Wesley Warren a great junior and senior year at PGHS without me and I leave the junior class the talent of procrastination.

I, Justice Webb, leave Sarah Stech all of our memories and long talks by the goal, my gratitude to Coach Warren for all of his motivational speeches and encouraging words on and off the field, and to my mom all of my love and gratitude for pushing me through all of my years of school and supporting me no matter what, love you mom!

I, Eric Wells, leave my wisdom and the best of my luck to my boy Ira Woodley AKA Peanut Jr. AKA Pj. Enjoy it. My future girl Taylor Stevenson and my little sis Raven Evans, be easy.

I, Renee Whitener, leave taking forever on quizzes/tests for Señora Jones sixth block, Meade Wilson my spunky facials, the dance team all the push-ups, Alexandra Woods a piece of my heart, and PGHS all of my smiles.

I, Askeesa Williams, leave Zsahnelle Thompson my love and laughter.

I, Denise Williams, leave Jasmine Morse and Ashli Moseley my laughs, smiles, loudness, and whatever is mentally wrong with me.

Also, my “I hate you’s” to Mr. Weston and the rest of the fifth block class, all my “blonde” roots, that boy, and my love to Mrs. Cleveland, last but not least, I leave my pom-poms to my cheer team who have became a part of my heart this year.

I, Michael Williams, leave Matt Burgess my sport skills, Erica Harris my chemical jokes and my bookbag, Ms. Webb my political skills, and Richard Hanson my Virginia Tech scholarship and all my girls.

I, Alexandria Wiseman, leave my laugh to Madison Strang, my attitude to Victoria Brooks, my pom-poms to all the rising cheerleaders. I leave Hannah Knott my thighs to keep clapping, and my love for PG to every rising senior, Enjoy your LAST year .

I, Cedric Wright , leave my 4.0 GPA to A.J. Cheeks, my sweat pants to Dee, and my mid-range to B.J. Knight GYH. I leave my loyalty to Mikale Harris and my athletic ability to Ira. I, Travis Wyatt, leave my baseball jersey number ‘1’ to an outfielder next year, who ever it is, better represent, also my nickname “Daddy’s Money” for the redneck boys to give to another guy with a nice truck.

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Student Takes Artistic Path E

PlayStation 4’s Poster Child Lives Up To Players’ Expectations

Senior Anthony Sudol Reflects On Journey As Art Student And Future As A Communication Arts Major Hannah Zuloaga trn writer

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ith every stroke of a brush, he gets closer and closer to finishing his painting, a painting that will soon turn out to be his favorite. It is a painting that will soon win first place in the Spring Fling, a painting of his close friend, senior Ashton Allin.

Senior Anthony Sudol will be graduating with the Class of 2014. Sudol not only deals with the stress of his academic classes, but he is also called upon to contribute his artwork as a cartoonist for The Royal News. In addition, Sudol is also an editor for the literary magazine, Etcetera.

“I like art because it is relaxing,” Sudol said.

Sudol’s future plan is to one day use his talents as a career. His dream is to work for a multi-million dollar company such as Pixar or Disney. However, Sudol never considered pursuing art as a career until eleventh grade.

Art teacher Tonya Mahaffey has taught Sudol in Art III and Art IV. Mahaffey sees potential in Sudol’s future.

“With his potential, he can go anywhere and do anything he wants in the art field,” Mahaffey said.

Sudol has worked toward his goals by attending college for art and by applying for scholarships.

When Sudol graduates, he will be heading to Virginia Commonwealth University.

With Virginia Commonwealth University being ranked fifth in the United States for their fine arts program by US News, it is clear that an artist would want to go to VCU. In addition to being accepted, Sudol was

offered a scholarship.

“If I have the time, I’ll work four or five Not only was this an exciting achours straight,” Sudol said. “Sometimes ceptance for Sudol, but it was his second I’ll use a reference for harder poses, not college acceptance. His first acceptance normally for character drawings.” was to Montserrat College of Art, which is The main two things Sudol says he located in Beverly, Massachusetts. struggles with is finding the direction in Sudol will be majoring in communicawhich he wants to take his drawings and tion arts, which includes fields of media all the technical parts of art. However, studies, journalism, broadcasting, or rhetoSudol states that his strengths are drawing ric, and currently has no plans on minoring people and using color. in anything.

In addition to drawing people being When applying for VCU, Sudol submit- one of Sudol’s strengths, they are also his ted a lot of still life, some digital works and favorite subjects to draw. some portraits.

“I like drawing people because I feel For as long as Sudol can remember, he like it is easy for an audience to connect has always taken an interest in art. with,” Sudol said.

“It’s just always been something I have Overall, Sudol says his feelings of art done.” Sudol said. are that it is awesome and that in his opinWhile his favorite mediums are digital ion, people do not put enough faith into it. and watercolor, there is no specific type of “My personal hopes for my art is that it art he prefers over another. makes people feel,” Sudol said.

“I pretty much like all types of art,” Sudol said.

One of Sudol’s favorite pieces is the Three Ages of Women by Gustav Klimt. Klimt is also Sudol’s greatest inspiration. Another one of his favorites is an installation by William Kentridge called the Refusal of Time.

“The Refusal of Time is a good contemporary piece. It disturbs you in a way you don’t forget,” Sudol said. “I like all of Klimt’s work. I have a poster in my room so I see his work a lot.”

Sudol’s own style is unique.

“His application of mediums and the ways he puts his compositions together are very unique,” Mahaffey said.

A person who has been a mentor to Above: Sudol poses with his original piece Sudol is his mother, who also attended art Ashton. Sudol took an interest in an art school. career during his junior year. Sudol will be “She’s very supportive,” Sudol said. attending VCU School of Arts next fall.

“My parents are pretty much just happy Background Image: This is the portrait of I’m going to college,” Sudol said.

Ashton Allin. The portrait took 1st place at the When drawing, Sudol usually takes 2014 Spring Fling. four or five hours on a smaller piece.

All artwork was created by Anthony Sudol

xpectations can be a daunting obstacle or a powerful motivator, depending on how you handle them. Sucker Punch Productions took the high road with its latest iteration of the critically-acclaimed Infamous series, titled Infamous: Second Son. All eyes were on Sucker Punch when it announced the daring new direction it was taking the franchise, as it was poised to be the poster child for the PlayStation 4’s early lineup of console exclusives. In true Sucker Punch fashion, they did anything but disappoint, crafting what is arguably the single best experience on Sony’s young console.

Infamous: Second Son is pure, unadulterated fluidity. Every movement is a smooth and visually-appealing effort, and the controls seem to melt away as your thoughts flow into actions.

You play as a Conduit (read: misunderstood superhero) named Delsin that can absorb the powers of fellow Conduits. This plot point serves as a reason to give the player an impressive suite of superpowers that allow you to race across your television screen, causing massive amounts of chaotic and surprisingly colorful damage.

Being able to control several different elements also keeps the gameplay from staling; racing across the city of Seattle in a blur of neon is refreshing after spending the first few hours of the game making things explode with smoke.

Gameplay is a standout, but Second Son excels in virtually every other area as well. The graphical fidelity on display is second to none, the storyline manages to be grandiose as well as emotionally gripping, the voice acting is downright phenomenal, and player choice at key plot points offers a reason to experience the game repeatedly.

Infamous Second Son is not only the PlayStation 4’s best exclusive, but the pinnacle of the open-world action genre, which is the highest praise I could possibly give it.

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With Summer Movie Premieres Approaching, Past Entertainment Innovations Stand The Test Of Time 1927 1939 1941

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by George Lucas, is often referred to as one of the best films of all time.

It is the third highest grossing movie in the world. The movie and its soundtrack were preserved in the National Film Registry for being significant. Star Wars is based on Akira Kurosawa’s The Hidden Fortress.

Pulp Fiction is considered a prime example of a post modern film. It is also labeled a neo-noir, which means that it reflected cynicism and the possibility of nuclear annihilation of the era. Pulp Fiction is known for its eclectic dialogue, mix of humor and violence, allusions, and nonlinear storyline. This movie connects the storylines of small time criminals, fringe players, LA mobsters, and a mysterious briefcase. Pulp Fiction is considered one of the greatest films of all time and is preserved in the National Film registry.

Titanic was the highest grossing film until Avatar surpassed it. At the time of its release Titanic was the most expensive film ever made. The director, James Cameron, used live footage of the sunken ship, and special effects to recreate the boat and its sinking. The movie tells the story of Jack and Rose, who are in two separate social classes but end up falling in love aboard the doomed Titanic.

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Citizen Kane is said to be one of the greatest films ever made. It was innovative in its time for music, narrative structure, and cinematography. This movie takes a look at the life of Charles Foster Kane, a wealthy newspaper publisher, using mostly flashbacks. It was later revived in the 50s and became popular.

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It was named the most watched film in 1989.

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The Jazz Singer heralded the start of “talkies.” The Jazz Singer is based on the play The Day of Atonement, which tells the fictional story of a young Jewish man, who goes against tradition. It is considered culturally and historically significant because it was the first movie that had dialogue. Its release marked the decline of silent films.

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Senior Spotlight

Athletes Observe Asthma Awareness Month

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Asthmatic Students Discuss Effects Of The Condition

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s junior soccer player Serena Triscari intensely dribbles the ball down the field, she faces not only the enemy of the other team, but her asthma as well.

According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), asthma is a chronic lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways and causes chest tightness, shortness or breath, wheezing, and coughing. Asthma affects more than 25 million Americans of all ages.

Triscari, who also runs track and plays field hockey, has dealt with asthma since the very beginning of her sports career.

“It’s pushed me to train harder, eat healthier, and take any and all measures to reduce and prevent having attacks,” Triscari said. “It’s definitely made me tougher mentally, and made my accomplishments much more meaningful knowing all that I’ve had to overcome.”

Though asthma is a physical disease, Triscari believes that the mental aspect of the disease can be just as, if not more, challenging.

“The most difficult thing about asthma

and sports is the mental part of not knowing when I could not be able to breathe,“ Triscari said. “And when that does happen staying calm, and sometimes feeling like I let my team down when I have to come out of the game to use my inhaler.”

With asthma being the plague that it is, it can sometimes also be the motivation for athletes like Triscari to work harder and get stronger to be able to compete on the same level as the other competitors.

“I do believe having asthma has made me a stronger athlete, both physically and mentally,” Triscari said. “I’m always up for a challenge and asthma is a constant obstacle that I must overcome to be able to play the sports I love. Having asthma has made me work harder, but that’s just made me appreciate the sport and love the game even more.”

As if asthma wasn’t a big enough obstacle to overcome, Triscari also has ambitions to try something most asthmatic people wouldn’t dare to.

“Scuba diving, because it’s really hard on your lungs and you have to depend on a tube for breathing, but maybe one day,” Triscari said.

Football player and overall sports guru Sophomore Malik Gurley has been overcoming the struggles of asthma since the day he took his first steps as an athlete.

“It’s kind of difficult when I’m actually in the game and get short of breath,” Gurley said.

Junior Serena Triscari uses her inhaler during a game. Triscari has dealt with asthma all through her sports career.

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“And [I] have to come out and either go right back in, or other times [I] just stay out for long periods of time.”

Gurley, who also plays basketball and runs track, struggles the most with having to constantly exit and enter the game when his asthma flares up.

Along with making Gurley a stronger athlete, it also has given him some hope that one day he may not deal with these struggles any longer.

“I know if I can play through an asthma attack I can play larger and possibly grow out of my asthma,” Gurley said.

Gurley has gained motivation and strength from dealing with asthma, and he won’t let it stop him from doing anything ever again.

“It stopped me from track my eighth grade year because I had a really bad attack. It’s a lot of running for track and I get out of breath really easily,” Gurley said. “But now I run track and everything seems to be better.”

With asthma affecting more than 7 million children across the United States, the rise of awareness for this chronic disease is growing and the search for better cures and treatments is on the move.

How long have you played soccer?

“13 years.”

What do you love most about the sport? “[It is] energizing and it’s an adrenaline rush.”

Do you plan on continuing soccer in college? Why or why not?

“Yes, I love the sport. It is pretty much a part of me.”

How did you get into soccer?

“My parents made me play it as a kid .”

How has your performance been so far this season?

“It’s been pretty good and above average.”

How do you feel about it being your last year playing with PG? “Kind of sad and happy at the same time.”

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Seniors Join College Ranks Student Athletes Prepare To Play At Collegiate Level

Senior Chandler Shirer signs to be a part of the Old Dominion University swim team.

Shirer is one of the senior athletes committed to collegiate sports.

Photo provided by Chandler Shirer.

How long have you been playing softball and how did you get started?

12 years. My brother played so I followed in his footsteps.

What made you choose this college?

The softball stadium is very nice and the school is down south and out in the country, it is perfect.

What are you mostly looking forward?

It’s going to be very competitive and my teammates will take the sport seriously the way I do. I’m also excited to play at a big stadium.

What are your biggest fears going onto the team?

I’m nervous about coming onto a team that is already established and my coach is pretty tough.

How will you best overcome this fear?

I plan to work hard and be myself because ultimately that’s what really matters.

How long have you been playing softball and how did you get started?

My parents signed me up for summer leagues swimming at the Wooddale Swim Club and I’ve been swimming ever since I was four years old.

What made you choose ODU? I love the atmosphere of the campus. I also love the team immediately made a connection with them and the coaches as soon as I met them.

What are you mostly looking forward?

I am looking forward to swimming at the division one level, and I am ready to be with my teammates that care about winning especially since I did not have a high school team.

What are your biggest fears going onto the team?

My biggest fears are that I won’t make the conference team when it comes time for conference championships, but I am going to work extra hard to make sure that doesn’t happen.

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Congratulations To The JROTC Class of 2014 Fourth Year Cadets

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For more photos of the game go to www.trnwired.org.

Girls Tie Thomas Dale 1-1 In Overtime Match

RIGHT: Junior outside-mid Willow Hart fends off a Thomas Dale defender while trying to get to the ball. “She had said some very unkind words to me during the game, so I was trying to be as aggressive towards her as I possibly could,“ Hart said.

BELOW: Senior goalie Justice Webb attempts to stop the ball from a break-away shot from a Thomas Dale forward. The girls varsity soccer team played against Thomas Dale on May 8th, where they tied Thomas Dale 1-1. Photos by Daniel Puryear.

LEFT: Junior attacking midfielder JoJo Taylor competes with a Thomas Dale opponent trying to score for her team. “ It felt really good to tie with them because we worked really hard, and we have not beat Dale at their own place in a long time,” Taylor said.

ABOVE: Senior centre-back Courtney Taylor and her team mates work together to get the ball on their side. The last game for this season is May 21st. Photos by Daniel Puryear.

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Sports Spring review

Varsity boys soccer is currently first in the conference. At the beginning of this week, the team was ranked fourth in the TimesDispatch weekly poll.

Conference team tournament play begins today Fri., May 16th for the girls tennis team. The girls play Meadowbrook today at home.

Girls soccer continues their undefeated streak. The team has not suffered a conference loss this season and maintains a 10-0-1 record.

Changing Sides Ryan Albright trn writer

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ivalries are one of the most intense and exciting things in sports.

The New York Yankees vs. the Boston Red Sox, Ohio State vs.

Michigan, Duke vs. North Carolina, the Green Bay Packers vs. the Chicago Bears, and Real Madrid vs. FC Barcelona are just a few of the famous rivalries in sports.

The rivalry intensifies when a player joins the rival team. This adds extra tension and helps build the pressure leading up to a must-see match.

When a player is on the side that he/she has recently left, there is a feeling of disgust and betrayal. On the other hand, when that player is on the side that acquires him/her, there is a feeling of delight and triumph.

The Prince George girls soccer program felt the latter of those feelings when junior Sarah Moore transferred from Thomas Dale High School to Prince George.

Moore played soccer at Dale her sophomore year, and then transferred to Prince George.

“I’d rather have my dad as a teacher because he is more challenging,” Moore said. “Also, I wanted something new.”

One of the first things a player notices when changing teams is the differences between the two teams.

“The mentality is very different at Prince George [compared to Thomas Dale] and it is a totally different atmosphere,” Moore said.

Some of the things that can be different are the styles of coaching and

their techniques.

“At Prince George, there are two coaches, unlike at Thomas Dale where there is only one,” Moore said. “The coaches at Prince George work more with the players and their positions rather than just general stuff.”

The practice styles and set-up can also change from team to team.

“Practices are taken much more serious at Prince George, and at Prince George we do multiple different drills every practice, unlike [what we did] at Thomas Dale,” Moore said. “Also at Prince George, we work on individual things, but at Thomas Dale we mainly just scrimmaged [all practice].”

Regularly, there are questions about which team the player likes better, and why.

“I like Prince George soccer better because of my teammates and the sport is taken much more seriously [in Prince George],” Moore said.

Rivalries are often looked at differently by each team in it, as in one team not taking it as seriously or thinking that it is not as big of a game.

“When I was at Thomas Dale, [the Prince George game] was not a very big rivalry game, compared to how it is now,” Moore said. “At Prince George, Thomas Dale is a very big game.”

The other thing that is often inquired when a player switches teams is whether or not it is a distraction.

“It was a distraction,” Moore said.

“It made Thomas Dale a greater rival and it made the game much more competitive.”

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Junior Sarah Moore attempts to trap a ball at Thomas Dale. Moore played for Thomas Dale’s soccer team her sophomore year.

Photo by Daniel Puryear.