The Bruin- November 2006

Wadsworth High School

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November 2006

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New issues to affect students

Shopping plazas open in Wadsworth

BY AARON KRUMHEUER

BY MICHELLE MCCUNE

Citizens across the nation voted in the General Election on Tuesday, November 7, to decide on a number of issues that could affect high school students.

Issue 2 was passed, effectively raising minimum wage from $5.15 to $6.85 per hour. This means those students with after school jobs will receive up to one dollar and seventy cents more per hour. The issue also has the ability to alter minimum wage with changing standards of living in the future.

“Before, I was making $5.15, and now I’m making $6.90. So I’m all for it,” said junior Rick Rudlinger.

Opponents of the issue claim it may cause layoffs in lower paying jobs with employers who cannot afford the wage increase; they are also afraid that the issue will force inflation. Others worry that it may be a breach of privacy, as it allows the disclosure of personal information to employers.

With the defeat of Issue 3, an issue that would allow a limited amount of gambling in Ohio, students do not have the opportunity to earn scholarship money from the proposed thirty percent of casino profit gained in the state.

However, many argued that gambling would bring in other unwanted problems, such as higher crime rates. Others feel casinos would find a way to pay less than agreed upon.

“Gambling brings out bad qualities in people and can negatively affect an area,” said senior Chris Jones, who voted for the first time in this year’s election.

State Issue 5 was passed, banning smoking in most public places along with places of employment. Beginning January 1, smoking sections in restaurants will be a thing of the past.

“I can finally go to restaurants without coming home and having my clothes smell like smoke,” said junior Chris Keller.

Issue 4, which was defeated, would have allowed a limited amount of smoking in areas such as bars and bowling alleys and would have overridden Issue 5, as it was written as a state constitutional amendment.

A little over two years ago Wadsworth’s construction boom began with the opening of its first major retailer, Wal-Mart. Since that time, many rumors have circulated concerning what other stores would open in the spaces neighboring Kohl’s, Lowe’s, and the Home Depot. Carol Milton, the Planning Director and Administrative Assistant of the Building and Planning Commission, gave the list of stores as of November for who is actually moving in and who is just the result of hearsay.

The two retail areas have similar names: Wadsworth Commons and Wadsworth Crossings.

Wadsworth Commons is the plaza where Wal-Mart and the Home Depot are located, while Wadsworth Crossings is the area around Kohl’s and Lowe’s.

Wadsworth Commons is well on its way to being completed.

Stores include Fashion Bug, Dollar Tree, Alltel, Sally Beauty Supply, Advance America, Radio Shack and Famous Hair Salon.

Among these stores are four empty addresses to be filled by other retailers. Many of these stores are already open; the rest are expected to open soon.

Unlike Wadsworth Commons, Wadsworth Crossings has yet to

Dollar Tree, Alltel, and other retailers line the edge of the nearly completed Wadsworth Commons.

PHOTO BY MICHELLE MCCUNE

16,000 square foot multi-tenant building, two retail tenants totaling 4,800 square feet, and 8,400 square feet for a hair salon and other unspecified tenants. Milton is also “fairly certain” that among these will be an Office Max and a Shoe Carnival. However, there is much anticipation about what the new restaurant will be.

Milton stated that there is the

possibility of more than one restaurant opening, citing the area around Route 94 and Weatherstone as a possible location.

Wadsworth’s Building and Planning Commission will have more information available as businesses finalize their plans.

Until then, except for information released by the city, the businesses to come are still up in the air.

“We are just trying to spice throughout the lunchroom and things up a bit,” said senior Jake students were encouraged to dress Thompson, a member of the com- accordingly for game day. In admittee. The group, concerned dition, the committee suggested with the happiness of the stu- that there be a meal served comdents, made suggestions with aim plete with eggnog and hot chocoat making everyone’s fifth period late before holiday break. It is lunch break that much more fun. anticipated that students come In keeping with Thompson’s dressed in their best holiday gear. idea of spicing it up a bit, the For the next six months, there cafeteria will begin to theme one will be a themed lunch. The cafmeal per eteria is open to “We are just trying to spice suggestions, and if month.

This will a student’s theme things up a bit.” include is chosen, he will -Jake Thompson, 12 receive a free meal. that the lunch being served keep in tune Students can submit ideas to The with the appointed theme. For Bruin, and the staff will deliver example, November 17 was this them to the lunchroom. Keep in month’s themed lunch. The caf- mind that proposed themes must eteria hosted a tailgating party in have all details, including what preparation for the big Ohio State food should be served, an approversus Michigan game. Along priate title to the day, suggested with the meal, music was played outfits and other ideas.

One appreciated change this year is the variety of menu items.

In example, the lunch choices on November 15 included a BuildA-Burger Bar, a brand new feature to the lunch menu.

The committee told Knapp that students may enjoy a food line with higher quality. The proposed line, with a suggested name of “Grizzly Grille,” could feature hamburgers more appealing to the students’ taste buds.

“We talked about a salad bar, too,” said junior Lisa Budinscak.

Additionally, the A La Carte line may soon feature combos of certain foods to promote savings of fifty cents or more. Larger menu signs may also be displayed in order to speed up the decision and line processes. With evident efforts, Knapp is working on ways to make great changes.

construct most of the buildings to house future businesses. Around the area, the signs of the construction to come are clear. Mounds of dirt and stacks of lumber mark the spots soon to be filled with stores and pavement. While the names of most businesses have not yet been released, it is certain that there will be a Bed Bath & Beyond, a 7,000 square foot restaurant, a

Cafeteria to make appetizing changes

BY ABIGAIL LEDMAN

The school year has rung itself in with several changes. Perhaps the most attention has been given to the cafeteria. From the Point of Sale system to new menu items, students have noticed an abrupt change of direction. As a consequence of the commotion caused, the usefulness of these changes has been questioned.

Recently, Jennifer Knapp, the new director of food services, asked for volunteers to join the Student Advisory Committee, a panel dedicated to delivering a general input on the workings of the cafeteria on behalf of the whole student body. The group met for the first time on November 8 to discuss ideas, and plans to meet once a month throughout the rest of the school year.

News, 3

Opinion, 2

Pictures, 8-9

Read about new policies concerning immigration from Mexico.

Read Conley’s opinion on the recent adoption controversy.

Take a look at pictures of Senior Volunteer Day and the Veterans Day Assembly.

Entertainment, 13

Learn about the upcoming movie Rocky VI VI.

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Editorial

November 2006

The Brewin’ Debate

Should a new high school be built to accommodate the student population and nagging problems?

NO

YES

BY ZACK BUDINSCAK

BY LAURA ARCH

In the last few years, the halls of the high school have become overcrowded, and there are serious structural issues that need to be addressed. Whether it is the countless number of trash cans and buckets that catch water dripping from the ceiling when it rains or the arctic temperatures of the halls in the winter months, the school has several problems that need some serious attention.

To make it from one side of the school to the other in the time allowed between classes has become almost impossible due to the large number of students cramming themselves into the hallways between each period. The high school has been around since 1958 and is not capable of accommodating the technological advances that have been made in the years since its erection.

It is only suitable that a new high school be built; fixing the problems can only last so long. It just makes sense that a school should be torn down and a better, more technologically advanced school be built in its place.

The school does not need to be rebuilt in order to fix all the nagging problems of the high school.

The crowded hallways, random trash cans catching dripping ceilings, and changing climate from room to room can easily be fixed with simple maintenance. All that needs to be done is for a crew of workers needs to come in to fix every problem that the school is experiencing. Rebuilding the school would be a waste of time and money.

Expanding or rebuilding the school would ruin the brand new softball field and fieldhouse, newly renovated track, and recently built baseball field behind the current high school. It would also cause the boys’ and girls’ soccer teams to have to practice somewhere else every day after school instead of being able to practice in the extra land behind the school.

The long-lasting high school has been around for a long time and there are many memories in its walls.The West gym has been kept in great condition since it was added on in 1978. Rebuilding the school would be a waste of time and effort. All we need to do is fix the outstanding problems.

Letters to the Editor I personally feel that our school needs to start taking field trips again. We are missing out on many experiences that could benefit us greatly. Even if we just take a little field trip to Akron, we would still learn something new. Our school used to take many field trips and now we only take one a year, at the most. This is why I think we should take more field trips again.

-Kayla Miracle, 10 Our school is too small for the amount of people that come to the school each year. These people crowd the hallways, locker rooms, and cafeterias. The high school is overcrowded, not to mention old. The people of Wadsworth need to do something about it.

-Russ Corwin, 11 If I had $2.40, I would go to Wendy’s and buy three things off the dollar menu rather than pay for an expensive, tasteless, school lunch. They should not be anymore than two dollars. I do not have that kind of money

for five days a week, you know?

I just think this is completely absurd.

-Ashleigh Reiss, 12 We have a growing problem in our school. Kids are making fun of other people and thinking they are being funny when they are actually just being annoying. I see it in class and the hallways everyday. This is the kind of thing that causes kids to become violent because they are so angry. Making fun of people when they do not think it is funny is wrong and it should be stopped.

-Elise Coudriet, 10 I think we should re-do the courtyard. In the winter it lets snow come in and during other times of the year it causes rain to leak in, which in turn, causes people to slip and fall on their behinds.

This could cause many injuries.

-Mitch White, 11 Our school is falling apart! It’s really annoying to have to worry about dressing for the temperature of the school rather than dressing for the weather. When it

is thirty degrees outside I want to wear warm clothes and not capris and T-shirts because some of the classrooms are like a hundred degrees!

-Aumaine Gruich, 10 I thought the time it took to get our lunches was supposed to go down, but it only seems to be taking longer. Every day the line seems to grow and we hardly have any time to eat our food. Get rid

Editorial

Proud not to have pride From sports games to businesses, competition has always been a major aspect of our society. In the 1700’s, Adam Smith was one of the first to argue that more competition is beneficial to society, but his ideals were based upon a large economic standpoint. When brought to the personal level, however, it becomes far too easy to cross the line of taking competition too seriously.

As the amount of degree-seeking high school students increases each year, the college application process becomes more and more competitive. Class rank and standardized test scores are not only important to colleges, but they have become grounds for competition between students too.

This competition can easily become deconstructive, overshadowing things that are really important and setting people against each other. Lies are exchanged as freely as a “hello” as people just look out for themselves.

Beyond academics, people have a tendency to contrast their success to that of others. It is a never-ending circle; it is selfishness that drives this attitude and it is this attitude that fuels selfishness. Many people have lost the ability to find pleasure in another person’s achievements, causing the word “congratulations” to lose its worth.

We at The Bruin feel that people need to be reminded that everyone has their time in the spotlight. We are proud of our school’s “Pay It Forward” theme and encouraged community service. Both help to build admirable character in those involved and in those affected by the good deeds.

Being happy for someone else can help make you happy, just as doing things without expecting any reward can be more rewarding than expected. Once people are able to enjoy other people’s success, they realize there is a lot more in life to enjoy.

to sleep, I lay out the perfect outfit to wear to school so I can get my wonderfully hot fireball.

I love seeing everyone have on red, white, and grizzly all over.

I think it really helps the team to know our school is behind them.

Fireball Friday makes Fridays all worthwhile. Whoever thought of fireball Friday, I love you!

-Kristina Lungaro, 10

on to be regional runner-ups. I give credit to the pep rallies and Fireball Fridays. I want to recognize the wonderful school spirit our school has had so far this year.

-Anthony Lorubbio, 10

I believe our school has a lot of

I think that the new dress code rules are ridiculous. The jeans that fray but have fabric underneath should be allowed. I know many people, myself included, who do not have many jeans without the fray. We should not have to buy new jeans just for school. There are dress code rules that are reasonable, but I truly believe that this rule is over the top.

-Sarah Stine, 11 The school is too small, the hallways are overcrowded and it is almost impossible to walk through.

We need a new school!

-Jonathan Pope, 10

of all this new technology and go back to the regular cash register, please!

-Brett Cline, 11 I really like fireball Friday. Every Thursday night, before I go

Bruin Staff Editor-in-chief: Bradly Mueller Associate Editor-in-chief: Ryan Michael Renacci Front Page: Page Editor: Michelle McCune Reporters: Abigail Ledman, Aaron Krumheuer Editorial: Page Editor: Zachary Budinscak Reporter: Laura Arch Music: Page Editor: Justin Mesick Reporter: Alexander Serfass Speakout: Page Editor: Thomas Kaminski Reporter: Zachary Berger Opinion 1: Page Editor: Warren Bates Reporter: Simon Russell, Daniel Costello Opinion 2: Page Editor: Erin Conley Reporter: Brooke Babyak Features: Page Editor: Anrew Knight Reporter: Jill Edmonds News: Page Editor: Michael Hoover Reporters: Benjamin Dee Picture Page: Page Editor: Nicholas Jack Reporter/Photographer: David Kipfer Entertainment: Page Editor: Nicholas Burton Reporter: Kathy Little Variety Page: Page Editor: Rachel Hudson Reporters: Brittany Busson Sports 1: Page Editor: Jesse Mooney Reporter: Amanda Hoover, Matthew Snodgrass Sports 2: Page Editor: Joshua Snyder Community: Page Editor: Molly Brazier Reporter: Brittani Peltz Arts and Clubs: Page Editor: Carly McNutt Reporter: Jennifer Harsh Ads/Business Manager: Garrett Weinecke Assistant.: Matthew Sarlouis Copy Editor: Laura Myers Marketing Editor: Kristi Havens Page Editors: Newspaper/Yearbook I Classes Adviser: John Gramuglia

spirit. This spirit helps our school sport teams perform better. Last year, we didn’t have very much spirit and our football team went 5-5. This year, the spirit is higher than ever. Our football team went 7-3 and our volleyball team went

Last year when I got ready for school, I was sure to bring some extra change so I could buy my favorite candy, Starburst. It just makes me angry to know that they took them all out!

-Tim Wenger, 11

Editorial Policy The Bruin is a monthly publication produced by the Newspaper II and Newspaper III students at Wadsworth High School. The Newspaper I class produces the May issue. The staff will do its best to inform the student body and the community of intra-school, community or national events that affect the student body.

This paper provides on-the-job training for the staff members. All decisions are made by the staff members with the advice and suggestions of the advisor. The school administration works closely with the staff to ensure accuracy. We, as the students of journalism, hold the same rights and the same responsibilities as professional journalists as we strive for professional standards. These rights include the right to print any material that is not libelous, obscene, or excessively disruptive to the school process.

The Bruin will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of religion, color, creed, or sex. The staff members accept full responsibility for everything appearing in this publication. The staff strongly encourages students to express their opinions through the letters to the editor column, which is printed every month. The staff also encourages the members of the community to express their opinion as well. Space permitting, all letters will be printed.

Because the staff accepts the responsibility for the contents of the paper, we must reserve the right to edit or omit any portion of any letter. All letters must be signed, but the name will be withheld upon request.

News From your principal

3 Bush to create 700 mile border November 2006

Law provides for one-third of Mexican border to be protected by fences, other security features

BY MIKE HOOVER

What a great time to be a Grizzly!

Our fall sports teams had a great year, including a record breaking performance by our outstanding volleyball team. The support and enthusiasm from our student body and fans was unbelievable. Many other principals commented to me how impressive the student support was for our team.

I would also like to thank and recognize the staff and students for their recent support of our Veterans Day Assembly. I continue to receive cards of thanks from the veterans and their families who were in attendance. Our students were very respectful and showed their appreciation for the veterans in attendance. I would like to thank Mr. Osborn and the other staff members who made the assembly a great success.

Lastly, I want to thank and congratulate the class of 2007. Despite the cold weather, our seniors successfully raked leaves for over 200 senior citizens in Wadsworth. Your community spirt and willingness to help others were evident during the morning as you helped the community of Wadsworth.

Go Grizzlies!

Mr. Williams

Those who feel threatened by the large numbers of illegal immigrants coming to America can now be somewhat at ease. On October 26, President George W. Bush signed a law to create 700 miles of fencing along the Mexican/American border. The down payment for the project was $1.2 billion, but future costs remain unknown.

The fencing also includes motion sensors, cameras, and other types of barriers to prevent people from coming into the country.

In recent years, the topic of immigration has been popular in the United States. According to a 2005 poll conducted by the National Republican Congressional Committee, nearly 95 percent of those surveyed were “concerned with current illegal immigration levels.” In addition, 89 percent of those surveyed were in favor of cutting down on illegal immigration by means of security fencing or by taking other precautionary measures.

It is estimated that nearly one million people enter the United States illegally each year. This number, however, is lessened by the large number of aliens that are deported, die or willingly return home. Overall, the net increase averages about 500,000 people per year. Approximately twothirds of these illegals come from Mexico.

As with any other popular issue, this new law has much opposition to complement its support. Many people argue that the immigration problem cannot be solved by

system believe it is an early step in the lengthy process of ending all illegal immigration into our country.

“I am in support of reducing

Amnesty supporters share their beliefs during a public demonstration in Laredo, Texas. PHOTO COURTESY OF GULFCOASTNEWS.COM

a simple fence. They argue that a fence would only deter wouldbe aliens for a matter of minutes.

It may be true that not all illegal immigrants will be stopped by the new security measures, but the numbers will certainly decrease.

The supporters of the fencing

the number of illegals,” said junior Kelly Mumaw. This seems to be the popular opinion around the school as well as around the nation.

Another popular issue related to illegal immigration is the possible establishment of an amnesty pro-

Rising tuition costs cause problems

BY BEN DEE

The time will soon come to get ready for college and tuition can be one of our worst nightmares.

Tuition prices are one of the foremost thoughts in soon to be high school graduates’ minds.

They have many questions on their mind, such as: What am I going to do for college? When do I need to start getting ready? How am I going to pay for it?

College tuition costs are skyrocketing this year. The Ohio State University, which is one of the top public schools in the country, has a high tuition cost this year. For living on campus, the comprehensive cost per year is around $20,000.

But if you decide to live off campus with your parents or on your own, tuition is $8,766 per year.

“Scholarships help, they help defray the cost of college a lot,” said Mrs. Hlavaty.

Since 2001, the costs of a public four-year college have increased more than $2,500. The average college tuition has risen almost 200 percent since 1980.

For students, that is not good news. Students are going to be forking over more money than any previous generation. Statistics show that college tuitions have risen the most during the hardest

economic times of our country.

Even though some of those hard times are over, the college tuitions are not dropping and colleges do not plan to reduce the prices any time soon.

The government has tried to ease this huge burden on fresh college students by increasing

the amount of financial aid by 13 percent.

Tuition has also had a major impact on the country’s economy.

About 25 percent of low-income families around the country have trouble paying off their child’s recent college debt.

That has put more and more stress on loans and borrowed money from relatives and the government. The students around the high school are also having troubles with the rising college costs and how it is going to affect them after they graduate.

“I really don’t like the rising

cost of college; it’s going to affect us all in the future and it’s not going to be pretty. We’re going to have some major debt to pay off,” said junior Nate Wilson.

There is a growing dent in family debt, and it is becoming one of the many trends that are making higher education less accessible. The federal government and those of the states have increased financial aid to help relieve students of hardships of paying for college. However, some of the states have not been able to keep up with the rising college costs.

USA Today states that college is increasingly becoming out of reach for the poor of the United States, college costs are rising, financial aid is failing, and the government can not do anything about it to stop the inflation.

The government seems to be to trying its hardest to get the cost of college down, but President George W. Bush recently denied a program that would have helped over 50,000 students with college costs.

College is one of the most memorable times in students’ lives. Through all those memorable times, college tuition will always follow graduates into the future.

gram to protect illegal aliens that can prove that they have been productive during their time in the United States. Under this plan, non-citizens can gain their citizenship and remain in the country even if they are not U.S. citizens.

Many people are against initiating this program because it could encourage others to come into the country and find a job. Other people are against the amnesty program because it permits people from other countries to work in American jobs.

This is viewed as unfair because there are still Americans that are unemployed because illegal foreigners have filled many of the available positions.

Advocates of the amnesty program argue that these illegal aliens are willing to do jobs that many Americans will not do and therefore actually help our economy.

Bush is certainly in favor of cutting down on this illegal immigration.

“We have a responsibility to protect our borders. We take this responsibility seriously,” Bush said after signing the new law.

News Briefs •

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The United Way Drive, • which took place at the end of October, raised a total of $771.93. Mr. Shepherd’s homeroom raised the highest amount of money. Mr. Gaines’ and Mrs. Broadhurst’s homerooms finished in second and third place, respectively. Mr. Williams is providing each class with a special breakfast. The money collected will be used to support the needy • in our community.

The 16th Annual WCTV Clapper Awards will be presented on November 29 at 6:30 p.m. at the Galaxy Restaurant. Achievement awards will be given to producers of the best programming on the Wadsworth Cable Television Network.

Reporter Ed Bradley, 65, died November 9 after battling leukemia. Bradley was known for his outstanding journalism career and winning 19 Emmy Awards and a Peabody Award. Bradley was also known for being the only reporter to interview Oklahoma City bomber Timothy McVeigh. Bradley is survived by his wife.

After being boycotted by religious groups over the past few years, Wal-Mart has decided to put more emphasis on the “Christmas” part of the holiday season. Advertising will reflect the integration of religion into the company’s marketing this year.

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Speakout

November 2006

Students

I love eating all the fruit from the cornucopia and dressing up like pilgrims for dinner with my family.

-Emily Miller, 12

I love a giant Kaminski Thanksgiving dinner. Nothing can compare. The turkey is obviously the main dish, along with the traditional stuffing and mashed potatoes and gravy. My favorite, though, is Grandpa Kaminski’s pumpkin pie. It soothes my soul and I look forward to it all year long!

-Robby Kaminski, 9

My whole family goes to Canada, where we spend the weekend hunting duck, fishing for pike, and running away from jackrabbits. Then we cuddle up next to the fireplace and sip on some warm apple cider.

My favorite Thanksgiving food is stuffing with gravy.

My grandma is black and she makes the best food.

-Broderic Kelker, 11

What is your favorite Thanksgiving Day food?

-Kellie Pierrot, 11

I love Kathy Budinscak’s Michelin Man marshmallows on top of a giant sweet potato!

-Cory Budinscak, 9

After being humiliated by my brother during the family football game, I love an enormous plateful of juicy beets covered in cranberry sauce. It makes me forget about the beating I just received.

-Berger, 9

Ham and cheese sandwiches because I have been eating them since I was a little girl.

-Jean Glover, 12 I enjoy eating the dark meat from Grandma Jack’s house, on top of the mashed potatoes with a sprinkle of salt of course, because it puts hair on your chest, says Grandpa Jack. As a side dish, I love to snack on the orange jello with real oranges inside and a whipped-cream topping! For the drink, I adore pink lemonade.

-Jack, 10

What is your favorite memory or tradition from Thanksgiving?

My favorite memory or tradition of Thanksgiving is after all my family arrives the night before Thanksgiving, we always just hang out together and watch “Planes, Trains, and Automobiles” and play games like Trivial Pursuit and Babble!!!

Every year my family has pre-feast activities around Thanksgiving time. We plan our “Airing of Grievances” and “Feats of Strength” and order an aluminum pole that takes the place of the Christmas tree.

Teachers My son Jake stood up and said grace and spoke about all the things he is thankful for.

-Mr. Thompson Getting up early, watching football and eating all day until we get sick!

My favorite memory is cooking a Thanksgiving turkey in my classroom so as to make all of the students hungry. Of course I never shared.

-Mrs. Haskins

-Mr. Kibler

-Mrs. Fisher

-Mr. Lynn There has been a Wachtel family luncheon in Loudonville even before I was born. My grandfather was one of eight children and it stems from his immediate family. There are between 100 and 150 people who still gather on Thanksgiving day.

-Mrs. Lance

Family Monopoly games in which I owned the world!!!

-Mr. Knapp

I love the holidays with my family. My parents, aunts, uncles and cousins all get together every year. Although my family isn’t nearly as large as Mrs. Lance’s, we enjoy each others’ company. My favorite tradition is simply enjoying my family.

-Mrs. Van Dyke

My favorite tradition for Thanksgiving is eating like a pig, watching football and falling asleep on the couch Homer Simpson style.

-Mr. Bivens

I honestly don’t remember if this happened on Thanksgiving or shortly after, but it’s funny. My mom had wooden fake deer in her yard as a Christmas decoration. My brother and brother-in-law snuck out and repositioned the deer in an inappropriate manner. As my mom peered out the window she began yelling, “Dave! (my dad) Look at what these kids have done!”

-Mrs. Hutchinson

Features

5 Miller teaches in unique ways November 2006

November Students of the Month

Name: Toddy Favorite Teacher: Mr. Shipley Advice for others: Work hard and don’t give up.

Name: Ledman Favorite Teacher: Mrs. Zagar Advice for others: Do your homework, work hard, and it will all pay off eventually.

BY DREW KNIGHT

When you walk into room 511, you might question whether or not you are in the right classroom. No, you are not in a marine biology course; you are in the wonderful domain of Richard Miller.

For over 30 years, Miller has been guiding his students on a historical tour through Europe. During his career, Miller has flooded his walls with pictures of paintings from the Louvre in Paris to St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice.

Growing up in Barberton, Miller excelled in football and wrestling. After high school, Miller attended Miami University, where he planned to continue his wrestling career. An unfortunate knee injury caused Miller to transfer to the University of Akron. The next few years led Miller through a journey of universities and travels.

Once his college experience was finished, Miller received two bachelor’s degrees from Kent State University: liberal arts and education. Through these degrees and other courses, Miller is certified to teach all English, history and science classes.

Along with many college credits to his name, Miller has been to Europe 14 times.

This especially helps Miller in his European Literature classes. His vast knowledge of European Arts makes him an unbelievable resource for any kind of information involving the history of Arts in Europe.

Miller’s deep love for Europe is the main reason why his favorite class is European Literature. Another reason is his love for seniors.

“I love seniors and their maturity,” said Miller of his European Literature students.

As well as European Literature, Miller teaches English 3 and English Literature.

His students get to learn from a man with years of education (enough for a Ph.D.) and

an incredibly personable teacher.

“I think if the kids get to know you, they will listen to you more.

This is not just school stuff,” said Miller, explaining his laid back teaching style.

Students definitely experience a different teaching style under Miller.

“Not only is he a great teacher, but he is a great friend and manatee,” said senior Sean Murphy.

Yes, manatee is right. Miller Miller takes time out of lecturing to put on his manatee mask.

PHOTO BY BRADLEY MUELLER believes that in his past life he was a manatee. He envi- hours. sions himself floating as a manatee in the All of Miller’s three daughters, Courtwater. ney, Whitney and Kendra attended Wad“All that I am in today I owe to my for- sworth schools growing up. Courtney was mer life as a manatee!” said Miller of his even the editor of The Bruin. past vision.

Courtney, as well as Kendra, has also This kookiness has propelled Miller taken after her fathers’ footsteps. She is into immense popularity throughout the a teacher in Mogadore. Whitney is in the students and teaching staff at Wadsworth management program at Applebee’s.

High.

Although Miller is open for discussion “He has a very soothing voice,” said se- involving various topics, there is still a nior Adam Zaleha. sense of mystery to the English teacher.

“He really cares about kids,” said fellow Miller commonly overwhelms his stuteacher and close friend Leslie North. dents, but when you look in this genius’s Miller’s unique teaching style came mind, you will see not your everyday from his own past experiences as a stu- teacher. You will see a man who cares for dent. each and every one of his students.

“I never liked and never wanted to be a Miller has achieved many accomplishstuffy old school marm,” said Miller. ments throughout his career and will continMiller has brought his daughter Court- ue to do so. Of course he owes everything ney back to Wadsworth for observation he has to his former life as a manatee.

Veterans Day assembly sparks appreciation, reflection

BY JILL EDMONDS

November is the month that many take the time to step back and be grateful for what they have, as Thanksgiving and Veterans Day fall into those 30 days.

Although Thanksgiving is aimed more toward being thankful for what we have, it is the veterans that made it possible to have all that we do.

Local and surrounding area veterans streamed into the West gym as the award winning concert band played. The annual Veterans Day assembly was held on November 10.

Without the men and women in the armed forces, the many things we take for granted may not even be here today. Favorite movies, music genres or even styles of dress may not exist in this country had it not been for the elders that fought in the past.

This year’s assembly focused on every armed force area and

every war. Pictures and quotes for the tears of the families who up during the final slide show. To ranging from the Revolutionary have lost a member. top it off, Mr. Williams’s grandpa War to Operation Iraqi Freedom Many students felt that the as- was the cutest little thing I have flashed across the ever seen!” said giant screen durjunior Nicole Alexing the power point ander. presentation. The Other students slide show also dismirrored Alexanplayed relatives of der’s feelings. students within the “The assembly school who are or was very nice…I were in the armed am glad our whole forces. student body treatAlong with ed [the veterans] Principal Brian with the respect Williams, the fathey deserve,” said miliar figure of Jajunior Kristen Mcson Knapp took the Cauley. stage. He shared a It is safe to say symbolic presenthat the majority of tation to rememthe students in this ber those that are school are grateful missing in action. Veterans stand during the presentation of the colors. This is a regular for what the veterThe white cloth ceremony performed in every Veterans Day assembly. PHOTO BY NICK JACK ans have done for on the table was to us, but as with every remember the innocence of the sembly was aptly presented. school function, conflicting ideas people who have not come back, “The assembly overall was ensued. Some students felt that and the salt was to accommodate good. I’m not going to lie, I teared the assembly tried to persuade the

opinions of those present towards pro-Iraq War policies.

“The slide show was discouraging towards those against the Iraq War policies. They should have left politics out of the presentation and stuck with honoring the veterans. We all want to support our troops, but not everyone agrees on the way the government is going about solving the problems in Iraq,” said junior Dan Cullman.

No matter if persuasion was present or not, the veterans came, they saw the appreciation that many have for them, and they left the gymnasium feeling elated and proud.

“I think it is sweet how this day is so important to all the veterans. Today is a day for them to be recognized and to see that we care that they fought for us and made today what it is...We owe them all this special day for risking their lives for us,” said junior Alex Bryson.

The assembly was just under an hour, but it was short, sweet and to the point. Many believe veterans deserve the honor and respect of those around them.

They have fought hard for the privileges that we take advantage of everyday. Through this moving meeting, those in attendance will never forget the sacrifices that they made for us.

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November 2006

Internet security reaps our computers’ benefits P i cture this: you are sitting on your computer looking for an unfathomable amount RUSSELL OPINION STAFF of sources for a term paper. You Google your topic, and every single hit on the page is blocked by the Astaro Security Company. You try different wording, but to no avail; the pages are blocked. What are you supposed to do?

I think I speak for the majority of students in our fine high school when I say that the internet security program is going way too

far. Sure, there are plausible reasons for upping the security each week, but on the flip side, could you consider that an infringement on our rights?

“The new security really messes with me,” said senior Chris Alkyer. “I can’t even research subjects for school! What am I going to research, my progress in each class for a project?”

To the contrary of the belief that everyone hates you, the administrators and teachers actually have a real reason why to use the internet security. They do not want us to become distracted with our studies by watching viral videos and playing computer games like Halo and Snood.

This is fair for the teachers, but not for us. They can check their e-mail and do things that we

cannot do, which seems unfair.

“I think that the security is actually lighter than it has been. I can check my e-mail and fantasy football with no problem!” said Spanish teacher Mr. Lee. I believe that we should have a reasonable internet security system. We should be able to play computer games, watch videos, and check our e-mail. I believe that we should have the choice to do our work or mess around. If we fail, that is our fault. That way it would reward the responsible people while teaching the lazy students lessons: work before play.

Even if we, the student body, came up with a workable idea, I doubt that the admin-

istrative offices would allow it.

Whenever we have a mature and responsible decision that is asked to be made, we are shut down. Yet when there is one person that is acting in an inappropriate manner, they take action against everyone.

I think it is about time something was done about this; not just the internet security, but other things too.

Today is the day we should rise up and take the power back. The high school should be a democracy with the student body helping make decisions that directly affect us. We should start with the internet security. Let us stop the ad-

It’s fourth period, and you are anxiously awaiting the slowly ticking clock to hit 11:11 so you can jump out of your class in a fit of joy and run to the cafeteria.

When you get to the cafeteria, thinking you are so close to eating lunch probably think it is you can almost taste it, you behold a just a second year of gigantic line of at least forty students Intro to Speech. waiting to do the same thing as you. . . buy a lunch.

However, that is This dilemma occurs every single far from the truth. In day at our school, and it is absothis advanced class, lute malarkey that we have to students write and deal with it. Students will direct their own intrawait in line for over school news show, as well twenty minutes, and as observing and analyzing will only be left classic films, speeches and other k n o w l auditory performances. Students edge and write commentaries and speech- skills, a college es, conduct interviews, write and student is hard pressed direct skits and learn to manage to find a decent job. With nearly a and produce a T.V. show. With dozen technology related classes, only one class of usually 10 to 15 such as Advanced Word Processstudents a year, it is clear that this ing, Website Design and Spreadclass is severely underrated. sheet Database, offered, it can be difficult to decide among “I heard that European Lit. was classes. Monster.com has, at any one time, more than supposed to be ridiculously 1,000 jobs available relating to Website Design. For those easy, but I’ve actually had to with an affinity for technoltry.” ogy, those classes used to fill up your schedule or fulfill graduation requirements Adam Zaleha, 12 may prove more useful than Classes like Reading Lab and you thought.

Astronomy tend to be viewed as These among other examples study halls by the student body. are reason enough to give a bit But the value of the classes can of extra consideration to classes not be discounted; at least, for that may be recommended to you. those who intend to pursue simi- Students should be ready to take lar career paths. For a potential on any challenge presented by a meteorologist, it is a unique priv- class, whether it is thought to be ilege to have attended a school extremely difficult or insanely that offers such a narrowly easy. Class scheduling is always scoped class. difficult, but students often find Technology classes have in- they have been mislead when crecreasing utility in the modern job ating a schedule based only on a market. Without basic computer reference from their friends. For

with a measly ten minutes to enjoy their lunch. Another thing that these long lines cut into is students’ social time with their friends. Lunch is not just meant for stuffing your face because you did not have time to eat breakfast in the morning, it also serves a purpose for students to relax and get a break from class with their peeps.

The reason for all of this poppycock is due to the new computers that are used for students to deposit their money. Students have to type in their stinking student ID numbers and wait for the cashier to give them their change, or keep their change, which by the

way rarely ever happens.

My survey of over 150 people shows that only three percent of lunch buyers actually use the computer deposit, and the other ninetyseven percent either does not use the computer deposits or packs their lunch.

This proves that the reason of having these new computers is actually a bunch of rigmarole and it is probably the biggest waste of money and time Wadsworth High has ever invested in.

the most beneficial class scheduling, students should talk to guidance counselors, administrators, and of course the teacher of the class. It is not wrong to take

a class because it has been recommended, but you may not always end up with what you expected.

Classes prone to hype, slander Whether it is due to the teacher, the subject matter, or just the format of the class, certain classes have BATES a t t a i ned OPINION STAFF celebrity status at the high school. Meanwhile, other classes are avoided at all costs, based only upon speculation.

Classes have varying utility, depending on a student’s path in life. For example, five math credits may not prove useful to an English major in college. On the other hand, your technology class, taken because you heard it was easy, could help you to choose and subsequently excel in a career.

Because these classes are of differing value to students, it can be difficult to argue that they are more or less useful than others.

However, some classes are beneficial to very few, if any, students.

Some classes have gained renown for being mind-numbingly easy. But when students actually take the class, they find it is more difficult than they had expected.

“I heard that European Lit. was supposed to be ridiculously easy, but I’ve actually had to try,” said senior Adam Zaleha.

On the other hand, some students find that classes that are supposed to test the very limits of your scholastic capability are in fact hardly challenging. Biology is infamous for being a difficult and unforgiving class, in terms of material and work load. But in hindsight, the class was far from impossible.

Not only does the opinion of difficulty of the classes vary from person to person, but the relevance and interest level do as well. In the case of the junior and senior class Speech II, students

ministrators and Astaro from hindering our education and our enjoyment.

We cannot do this violently, though. We must act like civilized young adults in this process. There are plenty of things you can do. We can talk to your student council representative to bring it up at the next meeting.

We could get a petition and have a large amount of students sign this. If we can protest peacefully I believe that we could make a change.

Let us start this today. Start talking to your friends and teachers about decreasing the strength of our internet security and maybe we can make a difference.

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Opinion 2

Generation called to be generous Next, take action. Knowing that 800 million people are hungry every day is not going to help solve hunger problems unless action is taken. Find a cause you feel passionate about and help make a change. How are you going to make a difference?

Be generous. Donating time or money can make a huge difference. Volunteering is a way to help others in your own community. Volunteermatch.org links you to organizations in need of volunteers in your city, county, and state.

Donating money can also h e l p .

Find a charity or organization that has a cause you feel strongly about. A few extra bucks set aside f r o m a paycheck can go a In poverty stricken third world countries, people must search long way. through garbage to find basic necessities such as food and clothes.

“PeoPHOTO COURTESY OF YOUTHNOISE.COM ple could cans planned to spend an average stop being selfish,” said sophoof $1,096 per family while 1.3 more Jordan Doyle.

Write to government officials. billion people around the world live on less than a dollar a day. Representatives are chosen to be your voice in government. Your The statistics are scary.

“I wish others could care more opinions should matter them. about people who have close to Urge them to help make changnothing, where we have pretty es in this country and around much anything we want,” said ju- the world. Ralph Regula is our district’s representative. You can nior Sarah Stewart.

Poverty, whether in our own find contact information at wwwc. country or someplace halfway house.gov/regula.

Currently, less than $1 is spent around the world, is a rising problem and will keep growing in aid for every $100 spent by as population increases. As our the United States. ONE is a camgeneration will soon become the paign of over 2 million Ameridecision makers, we need to take cans whose purpose is to urge a stand to change the world for lawmakers to fight AIDS and extreme poverty by giving one the better.

The first step is to become percent of the country’s budget to informed. We need to know the aid in developing countries.

How is our generation going facts. A change cannot be made until we know what needs to to affect the world? Are we going change. Poverty is classified un- to sit around waiting for everyone der three different levels: relative, else to make a change or are we going to do something about the moderate, and absolute.

Relative poverty means a problems throughout the world? household’s income is below the It is up to us now to start making a difference to change the world national average.

A person earns barely enough if we want it to be a better place to survive if they are in moderate for all. poverty. Things such as education and health care, things we take for granted, are given up.

Absolute poverty means a person is unable to afford basic necessities for survival. Every year 8 million people die because their basic needs are not met.

A great place to search for information is the internet. Youthnoise.com gives facts on everything from hunger issues to pollution. It also links to updated news articles and has forums for debate.

As the holiday season approaches, we often concentrate on the gifts we will r e c e i ve.

BABYAK I n s t e a d, OPINION STAFF we should be thinking of how we could help others.

Last holiday season, Ameri-

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Volunteering keeps community close

While some focus on self interests, Wadsworth prides itself on serving others

As the world is held in one of its scariest and most confusing times, m a n y people RENACCI grow more OPINION STAFF concerned with themselves than with others.

Who can blame them, though?

As the opinion of war in the Middle East becomes more and more divided and the threats of more terrorist attacks are broadcasted, many Americans worry about one thing: their own personal safety.

However, in a world fueled with such turmoil, Wadsworth’s community remains one of the lucky places where an individual can walk the streets at night without a fear of being assaulted.

Even as Wadsworth grows, there still remains a feeling of the tightknit community that we have grown up in.

Furthermore, Wadsworth

prides itself with the large amount of residents who volunteer regularly. Even inside of the school, students donate much of their time involved within the community.

Several weeks ago, all of the seniors in our school were sent out to help rake leaves for older citizens. Even though it was a requirement, it was nice seeing all of the students around town helping. Also, what other school district in the area offers any day similar to this?

Other students regularly volunteer in other portions of the community. A handful of seniors volunteer weekly at the Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital. Others volunteer by tutoring their peers during the school hours or before or after school.

Mentoring, HUDDLE (Helping Us Develop Dedication, Leadership, and Enthusiasm) and Sidekicks are all groups that our school is privileged to have operating. Students are able to spend their time offering services to their peers and smaller children in

the community.

“Mentoring has been a great experience overall; it’s a good feeling to know that you’re making a positive impact on a child’s life. To know that the kids look up to you as a role model makes it that much better,” said junior Kyle Fox. “Peer tutoring has also been great because not only do you help people academically, you get to make new friends as well.”

Even organizations not directly involved with community service sometimes give just as much to the community. Student Council, a group primary used for the school’s general well being, donates several hours by Christmas caroling, raising money for the Salvation Army or adopting a family.

Whether or not you have considered volunteering in your community, it is hard to argue that there are no viable opportunities.

One thing is for sure: Wadsworth wouldn’t be the amazing community that it is without all of these services.

Celebrities take image building too far Everyone knows that image is everything in Hollywood.

Ta b l o i d s document celebrities’ evCONLEY ery move OPINION STAFF including their routine trips to Jamba Juice and their latest $9,000 purchase at Marc Jacobs. With constant pressure to be perfect, it is clear that no rising star wants to be caught in the public eye without the latest accessory to the shoulder: a third world baby.

On October 25, a shaky Madonna sat in front of millions on the Oprah Winfrey show as she attempted to defend the accusations made against her allegedly illegal adoption of a 13-month old Malawian boy.

The star claims that Yohane Banda, the father of the child, fully understood the terms of adoption; however, days after signing the agreement a confused Banda cried out for help. The 32-year old illiterate farmer was under the impression that Madonna would educate and raise his son in a healthy environment and then return him to his native soil to reunite with his father.

Madonna visits an orphanage during her trip to Malawi before adopting a 13month old boy named David. PHOTO COURTESY OF FOXNEWS.COM

With the Material Girl’s music career on the downfall and a shrinking popularity with today’s generation, it would be foolish not to see Madonna’s actions as a misplaced publicity stunt.

Along with stars like Angelina Jolie and Meg Ryan, Madonna has taken image building too far. With the millions of dollars these celebrities rake in each year, spending a hundred thousand dollars on charity is simply pocket change. According to UNICEF, almost 11 million children around the world die each year due to poverty and debt. So why are these stars choosing to save a single life instead of donating a portion of their income to save hundreds of lives?

It is for the front page photo of every celebrity gossip magazine and for the press, whether positive or negative, that instantly puts a forgotten star back in spotlight. But with several required adoption courses, piles of paperwork and an average time span of two years to adopt a child, it is perfectly clear that adoption is not a joke.

“I am appalled with how far

celebrities go to create a positive image for themselves. It’s ridiculous!” said junior Cassie Clark.

When looking into international adoption, prospective parents are required to stay in that particular country for a minimum of 18 months. While in Malawi, Madonna and her husband, director Guy Ritchie, only stayed a total of nine days before gaining custody of the young Malawian boy, whom the singer named David.

Celebrities today are similar to children in a pet store. They scan orphanages of remote African villages as if they were shopping for a pet. To them, a baby from a third world country is just an accessory like Paris Hilton’s infamous pet Chihuahua or the latest designer bag.

The world is quickly becoming a place where image overpowers kindness. Hard work seems worthless to those living in a time where money can buy everything.

Appearance ultimately becomes more important than actions. In the end, people today are forced to decide what is more important: reputation or compassion.

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In addition, on Friday, November 3, seniors devoted a whole day to raking leaves around the city of Wadsworth for senior citizens.

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2. Bielawski gets covered in leaves.

3. WHYS United helps to serve breakfast.

4. Hanna is hard at work raking leaves.

5. Simon discovers his car covered in leaves.

6 Richards and Tenley cover up some girls with leaves.

7. These hardworking girls take a quick break for a picture.

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2. The Honor Guard poses before sitting down for breakfast.

3. Senior Hadgis performs “Taps” to perfection.

4. Colonel John Martin smiles proudly alongside Lt. Sally Porter.

5. Officer Skywatcher salutes the American Flag after the ceremonies.

6. The Honor Guard marches in the Colors.

7. Schoonover helps a veteran by pouring syrup onto his pancakes.

8. Mr. Mike Schmeltzer Sr. and Mr. Larry Smith share the Veterans Day breakfast together.

9. A member of the V.F.W. 1089 catches up with fellow veterans following the assembly.

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November 2006

Bailey awarded Congressional Medal of Honor

BY JACK S. GOWER

Today, there will be a truimuphant homecoming for Bedford Falls Native Harry Bailey. Bailey, who just finished up a tour of duty in France, saved the men of his platoon after he cleverly

ridded the train they were on of a German grenade.

“I was just sitting there, minding my own business,” Baily said, “when I noticed a grenade fly through a window. Everybody panicked, but I jumped up and tossed the grenade back out the

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The hero was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor on Tuesday by president Franklin D. Roosevelt.

Older brother George Bailey, said, “I’m so proud of

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Sports 1 Volleyball wins, breaking records

BY JESS MOONEY

DIG, SET, SPIKE! This year’s volleyball team did just that and much more as they made their way to the Regional Tournament.

Led by seniors Jen Uhl, Marie Mueller, Aimey Reynolds, Ashley Currens, Emily Gaborcik and Rachel Figliomeni, the team broke many school records during their season.

The Lady Grizzlies completed their season with a 23-5 record, being coached by Jen Greenlees, Melissa Eaton, Kerri Chase and Abby Yaggi. Suburban League, Sectionals and Districts were no match for the team as they won their way into the Regional Finals.

The team broke the school record for the number of wins in a season and set many other personal records throughout the season. The team won the SLT for the first time in 20 years.

This is also the first volleyball team in Wadsworth’s history to make it into the regional finals.

Beginning in the locker room and continuing out onto the floor

during the games, the girls started other team; such as “reach 5,” many traditions. In the locker which was scoring five points room, the team prepared them- before the opposing team. Then selves by repeating “How strong? there were the big goals, such as Too strong!” They took this atti- SLT, District’s and Elite 8. tude out onto the floor and began “As disappointing as it was their games by sitting in a circle, to lose in Regional Finals, I was doing cheers and many other ritu- really happy about what we did als to pump themselves up for accomplish,” said Mueller. “We many wins. did some things that no other Helping the girls to many volleyball team at Wadsworth victories was the support of the has done and that’s really somefans. thing to be proud of.”

“As the games went on and we The team concluded their got closer to regional finals, the season with a devastatfans started to support us more ing loss to Solon, but and more,” said sophomore Sarinstead of being upah Fortner. set, the girls went The team had many goals Female out and celebrated to achieve during this seatheir record-setAthletes son. For each individual ting season. game there were small of the goals to obtain beMonth fore the

Volleyball Seniors

Most from Wadsworth would not dare to root for Michigan, but now it seems there may be a change to that. Derek Foore, wrestling, and Cassie Schrock, basketball, have both committed to compete for the Division I Eastern Michigan Eagles. Eastern Michigan competes in the Mid-American Conference with schools like Akron University.

Foore is a two-time state runner up and hopes to finish on top of the podium this year. He committed to EMU after much thought over other choices, such as Ashland and Ohio State University.

The thing that most attracted him to Eastern Michigan was their nursing program because he has been in a vocational program for the past two years. The reason he chose Eastern Michigan was for the campus and its environment.

He said that it was great and the people there were awesome as well. Their coach, Derek Delporto, was also a deciding factor.

“Coach Delporto was really cool,” Foore said when talking about his future coach.

Foore wants to be a four-time

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Upcoming Sports Boys Basketball- Under new coach Scott Callaghan, the

team plans to “Defend, Rebound and Run.” Their main goal is to compete for Suburban League Title and win County Crown.

Girls Basketball- The girls team is planning to practice hard to achieve its goals for the season. Their major goal for this year is to make it to State and win!

Gymnastics- The 2006-2007 team has 17 girls being led by seniors Jesse Mooney, Kathy Little and Jen Thomas. The team is looking forward to another perfect season. They have set a major goal of going to State as a team for the first time since 2001.

Boys and Girls Swimming- With returning seniors

Laura Myers, Jill Moskowitz, Sam Clark, Jake Andreason, Chris Jones, Ben Watts and Dan May, the boys team is looking to capture their second straight Suburban League title, while the girls are trying to take their first.

Wrestling- This year’s team is planning to come out

strong. They are looking forward to winning their 15th straight Suburban League Title and placing in the top ten at State again this year, for the 12th time in 13 years.

High schools best of the best

BY AMANDA HOOVER

Foore, Schrock commit to EMU

BY MATT SNODGRASS

November 2006

All Seniors: The volleyball team broke many records this season, including the number of wins in a season.

The U.S. Army All American Bowl is the nation’s premier high school sporting event. The All American Bowl features the nation’s top 80 high school football seniors and the game is played on National television on NBC. During bowl week, e a c h component of high school football is celebrated a n d recognized, i n -

national champion and also make the Male Athlete d e a n ’s list. In order to do this he says he will need a nice of the laptop, good study habits, and the Month drive to win in wrestling.

Schrock has played a vital role in Wadsworth girls basketball team’s amazing success in last season’s run to the final four. She has been playing varsity since she was a freshman, but what makes her so valuable is her versatility.

Jones broke He also has the Eastern Michigan attracted many records most 200+ yard her with their solid basketthis football games, with 5 ball program, which won season. games. the MAC last year and He now holds the record is projected to win again for single season rushing this year. They also have a beaucludwith 1974 yards and tiful campus and some of the best ing coaches, up, it seems career rushing record basketball facilities she has ever underclassmen, nobody will be with 2970 seen. She wants to go on in her cheerleaders, and rooting for Michifreshman year and get some playbands. gan. However, now ing time. To do this, she said she The All American Bowl we have something in will need to get stronger and fastwill be hosted on January 1, Michigan of which to be er, because the biggest difference 2007. It will be played in San proud. Foore and Schrock between high school and college Antonio, Texas, at the Alamowill represent Wadsworth in is the strength of the players. dome. a positive way and you may be EMU is 10 miles from Ohio’s The U.S. Army Bowl has behearing their names in the future. rival in Ann Arbor, and could With basketball and wrestling come the most important recruitraise eyebrows for some, but we season upon us, you can see for ing event of the season due to the hope that they don’t go the way yourselves how good they really elite level of competition that of the Wolverine. With the Ohio these highs school seniors bring. are and go support our Grizzlies.

State-Michigan game coming Also important for these athletes,

is their ability to announce where they would like to attend college and what they would like to do with their futures. A live announcement was made, that set a precedent that has made the bowl game a venue to announce a college commitment.

Some of the most dominating college freshman have been noticed first in the All-American Bowl and their college football careers have begun from there.

In addition, three NFL stars, Tommy Harris, Michael Clayton, and Kevin Jones, started their football career after playing in the inaugural U.S. Army All-American Bowl.

The week also includes The U.S. Army National Combine presented by Reebok (January 4-6), The U.S. Army National Coaches Convention presented by Prep Sports Online (January 46), and last but not least, The U.S. Army Cheer Bowl (January 7).

The coaches, as well as the players, are selected through a “best of the best” process. Every high school coach is eligible to coach for the bowl. The coaches are nominated and then the Selection Committee narrows down the list to the top 14 coaches in the country. The selection of the coaches is based on the coach’s dedication to his players, his leadership qualities, sportsmanship and coaching performance.

The head coaches of the bowl teams have to have been assistant coaches of a previous bowl game.

The assistant coaches are nominated by players, fans, and other coaches.

Other than just being honored enough to play in the All American Bowl game, there are many awards included. Some of the awards that one can receive are: Player of the Year, Most Valuable Player, Boone Trophy, Athlete of the Year, Glenn Davis Army Award, Felix “Doc” Blanchard Army Award, and Army Scholar Athlete Award.

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November 2006

Society pressures student athletes SPORTS OPINION BY JOSH SNYDER

Juggling school, practices, games and homework is a huge task to handle. Some students can carry the burden, while others crumble under the pressure.

Over the past two decades, society has placed an increasing amount of pressure on high school athletes. A lot of times, students are pushed so hard that their entire lives are consumed by sports. The pressures brought about by society and communities combine, making sports a supreme priority in teens’ lives.

“When baseball season comes around, the pressure really builds up and it becomes hard to concentrate on school work,” said junior Joe Goddard.

Performing on the field and in the classroom; while displaying proper sportsmanlike conduct and handling distractions can be quite a load to take on. It’s all in how well athletes can prioritize to get things done.

The fact of the matter is that most student athletes will handle their performance on the field in different ways. Some of the more gifted athletes can just put in that extra effort while others may resort to using steriods or other performance enhancing drugs. The steriod issue is becoming a bigger problem in high school athletics, and with professional sports experiencing worse steriod problems there are no role models to follow.

Now that sporting events start-

ing later in the evenings and practices lasting until dark, it makes it hard to find time for anything else, especially school work. You would think that teachers would cut athletes a break, but that just isn’t the case as teachers are seen badgering students if they start to fall behind in class.

Another problem arising around high school sports is unsportsmanlike conduct. At thou-

I feel pressure sometimes, but I relieve my stress with a big Chiptole burrito and a glass of milk.

Matt Wenger sands of schools across America, parents and fans are getting more and more out of control in the stands.

Even our own town has fallen victim to this, requiring police forces to patrol sporting events.

Within the next two years, the police will enforce a “Three Foot Rule,” which will require spectators to remain at least three feet from the fence at all home football games.

Believe it or not, some towns are starting to require parents and coaches to attend “ethics” classes.

In these classes, the adults learn the proper way to handle certain situations at sporting events and to be more positive role-models.

Uhl whose hard hitting front line defense was vital to the success of the Grizzlies Volleyball run this season.

Even with these classes available, distractions still fill the atmosphere surrounding every high school sporting event. Coaches, parents and even fellow students can be seen taunting the players. It makes one wonder how we could let things get that out of control.

I remember a day when sports were still competitive but were also fun. A time when it was not surrounded by all the pressure to put up good numbers on the field and in the classroom. When the stands were not filled to full capacity with overanxious and obnoxious fans; those were the days when fans actually supported their favorite teams instead of putting them down.

Some coaches would argue that all this pressure could help build self esteem but pressuring student athletes too much could be detrimental to their personal health. This could help to explain the rise in suicides since the turn of the century, by making teens stress over success enough to take their own lives.

Senior Matt Wenger said,“I feel pressure sometimes, but I relieve my stress with a big Chiptole burrito and a glass of milk.”

I would say we owe it to society as a whole that we now cannot even enjoy playing a sport without people breathing down our backs, or telling us how to handle ourselves. Some of us can stand up to the pressure and prove society wrong or we can just choose to be another statistic.

SPORTS SIGNINGS

These six senior athletes from left to right : have all decided to continue playing sports in college.

PHOTO BY EMILY EDMONDS

National Letter of Intent Signing Day November 7 Committed Senior Athletes Schrock

Foore

Eastern Michigan U. Girls Basketball

Eastern Michigan U. Wrestling

Owens

Ellebruch

U. of Akron Pole Vault

Slippery Rock U. Softball

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Bassett

Bowling Green U. Girls Basketball

Iles for his unwavering support of the Grizzlies this season, and his solid faith in their future.

Kent State U. Softball

Davis and McGraw who demonstrated the true meaning of teamwork and sportsmanship.

Entertainment

November 2006

Rocky’s ready to rumble...again

BY NICK BURTON

Just when you thought Sylvester Stallone had tossed in the towel on the Academy Awardwinning Rocky franchise, Columbia Pictures has a surprise for you this Christmas. Stallone is bringing back one of Hollywood’s most beloved characters as he takes on the role of Rocky Balboa once

budget of 1.1 million dollars and was shot in only 28 days. Despite the short period of time and money used for the production of the film, Rocky made over 117.2 million dollars, won several Oscars and helped launch Stallone’s career.

In the movie Rocky was given a once in a lifetime chance of going head to head against the unde-

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again. Just when you thought Stallone’s acting career was over, in the words of Rocky Balboa, “It ain’t over ‘til it’s over.”

The whole Rocky franchise started in 1976 with a rags-toriches American Dream story of a good-hearted but dim-witted boxer who gets a one in a million shot at the world heavyweight title. The movie, simply called Rocky, was written by and also starred Stallone as the beloved main character. The film had a

feated heavyweight boxing champion Apollo Creed. Over the series of the movies, Rocky goes from an underdog boxing nobody to becoming the heavyweight boxing champion of the world.

The fifth movie ends with Rocky going against his own student, Tommy Gunn, in a street fight to prove who the real champion is. The former people’s champ humiliates his family, Tommy and the whole neighborhood that once supported him, along with himself.

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The movie, simply titled Rocky Balboa, is scheduled to be released this Christmas. The script has Rocky living in a fast-changing world, driven by his fight for self-respect, even if no one else is standing by his side. This will be the final battle between will and skill and old school vs. new school boxing as Rocky Balboa the Italian Stallion takes on Mason “The Line” Dixon.

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“Mrs. Zagar and I love working with the actors to create the With Christmas just around best dramatic production we can,” the corner the Drama department said Csaky.

Being the first time the Drama will be performing the classic tale department has done this play, It’s a Wonderful Life. The drama students can look forward to beis a stage version of the Christing introduced to a classic tale mas film with the same name. It loved by their parents and grandis a story about how a guardian parents.

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Junior Sarah Pels will be playing George’s Senior Schoonover and junior Pels practice for upcoming play wife, Mary It’s a Wonderful Life. Photo by of Garret Wienecke.

Bailey. Other angel helps a compassionate but major characters in the play are despairingly frustrated business- guardian angel Clarence, played man by showing what life would by junior Nate Leeson, and villain had been like if he never existed. Mr. Potter, played by junior Drew “It is a play that celebrates the Cline.

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Music

November 2006

Kanye lashes out onstage

BY ALEX SERFASS

The group Cartel’s debut album, Chroma, got them to the top of the charts just as they hoped. PHOTO COURTESY OF WWW.MYSPACE.COM/CARTEL

Cartel reaches top

Cartel’s new album, Chroma, brings them to the top of the charts

BY JUSTIN MESICK

The pop punk band Cartel had an unusual beginning, starting out in Atlanta. The big ATL, which is known for hip hop and rap groups, just spawned a brand new genre to put under its belt and add some new local fans while on tour.

“I saw Cartel on tour, they were amazing,” said junior Sarah Evans. “We took pictures with them and got their autographs.”

Flying under the radar, Cartel has made its way on and up to the top of the charts with their hit album Chroma.

Cartel, led by vocalist Will Pugh, consists of Nic Hudson and Joseph Peppers on guitar, Ryan Roberts in charge of bass, and Kevin Sanders beating the drums.

The band originated in the town of Conyers, about 20 minutes outside Atlanta. Sanders and Hudson had known each other since third grade. The rest of the group became friends in high school. Sanders, Pugh, and Peppers created the original core of Cartel in high school. It was not until 2003 when the five members joined together and made the band what it is now.

Cartel went on tour across the country to give fans a preview with their self released five song demo, “Ransom.” When the Alternative Press gathered their 2005 list of “Bands

You Need to Know,” Cartel was on it. The band was also quickly added to the 2006 Warped Tour lineup.

Chroma was produced by The Militia Group, and released in September 2005.

Giving the album its fame, “Honestly,” the number one single, continues to rise on the charts.

The video for “Honestly” has been played on MTV and FUSE’s lineups. The band has also gained a spot on the 2007 Madden NFL video game.

With its upbeat lyrics and catchy tune, the CD’s opener, “Say Anything (Else),” sets the stage for the entire album. The song’s chorus, “some day you will sing it out loud some day this will make you proud,” describes the band’s determination to get where they are now.

Cartel is currently on tour with New Found Glory, The Early November, Hit the Lights, and Limbeck. The tour will be wrapping up by the end of November.

“We’re different in that we’re striving to progress and be a good rock band, but still have those pop punk roots in us. I think that we’re doing something that people might not have heard before.

We’re just allowing the music to do its own thing, and not holding anything back,” said Pugh.

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Kanye West’s life is like a movie and he is his own director.

If he does not like something in a scene, he changes the script and makes it his way.

For better or worse, that is what happened Thursday November 2, when he climbed onstage-unannounced - at the MTV Europe Music Awards in Denmark, expressing himself quite profanely over losing the Best Video award to Justice vs. Simian’s “We Are Your Friends.”

“People were cursing throughout the whole night,” West explained to MTV News by phone from Australia. “It was encouraged. I know how to use proper English. I was more offended that the press had the audacity to think I wouldn’t know when to curse.”

Sitting in the second row right next to his childhood hero Diddy, he slowly let things settle in for a few seconds, and as fast as presenter Timbaland could say “And the winner is…,” West was onstage speaking his mind in front of everyone letting everyone know how he really felt about the loss.

“People were so surprised at what I did, but I’m more surprised people had thought I had changed.”

The next day, Kanye phoned MTV News and gave his side of the story due to all the rumors flying around by the media.

He said his stage jumping was not a publicity stunt, as the media had portrayed it for his new album coming soon. He stated that it was not even coming out until next year and has nothing to promote at the time.

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West may have made his last appearance at any award show.

When he was asked about his future showings to award shows, he quickly responded.

“Matter of fact, I’m not going to any more awards shows. From

now on, I got all the awards I need. I’m only making my music for the fans. The streets know, and the fans know, that ‘Touch the Sky’ was killin’ that video. Don’t even nominate my stuff anymore.

Don’t play with me. I don’t need awards to validate me.”

Put Up Or Shut Up

BY ALEX SERFASS

As a handful of high school students graduate unsure of their careers, members of Baltimore-area pop-punk band All Time Low have an idea where they are going - straight to the studio.

This select group of 2006 graduates spent the majority of their high school career practicing and developing their sound. As they are exiting their senior year, they are entering the music industry. With the help of record company Hopeless/Sub City All Time Low released their sophomore album, Put Up Or Shut Up. Alex Gaskarth and guitarist Jack Barakat launched All Time Low over the first three years of high school, getting much of their inspiration from bands like Blink-182 and Green Day. With the addition of drummer Rian Dawson and bassist Zack Merrick, All Time Low found itself changing their initial sound.

“We always set out to play pop-punk, as that’s always what we’ve wanted to play and write our music around.

Although there hasn’t been a huge change in the style of music, we’ve progressed and matured as musicians over the years.” says Gaskarth.

Being from Baltimore, All Time Low received a lot of recongination and gained popularity from playing at local venues with popular bands, including Motion City Soundtrack, The Early November, The Academy Is..., Acceptance, Gym Class Hereos and Cartel. Although they were still in high school, All Time Low managed to tour both the East Coast and Southern states spreading the word of their new album.

For these fresh high school graduates to graduate into the real world through a rising music career filled with promise, Gaskarth says, “It’s just a dream that’s slowly coming true.”

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Arts & Clubs

November 2006

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Science club catches students’ eyes overwhelming turnout this year of almost twenty students, the club is able to do more.

“Last year we did not really do anything with the club; no one really wanted to do anything. However, this year things have changed and we are going to have a lot of fun,” said Burton.

Burton is looking forward to everything that the club will be involved in this year. They are doing a lot for the community and themselves. For the students, it is a good opportunity to give back for everything that has been given for them.

Each month, they try to do an activity or field trip together.

This month they went to the Toledo Zoo. On November 11, they traveled up to Toledo to experience the exotic animals

BY CARLY MCNUTT

Each year, new clubs are formed to attract the interest of students in the school. This year, the Science Club is back in action to give students who have a fascination of science a place to belong.

Science teachers Mr. Burton, Mr. Lange and Mr. Austin all came together this year to make the science club work. Every other Monday, these students and teachers meet to discuss the upcoming events they are involved in that month. Field trips, projects, competitions, activity nights and educational programs are some of the activities these students do while being involved in the science club.

Over the past few years, the Science Club had been nonexistent. However, with the

Latin Club

held there. Next month, they are planning to go to an IMAX movie on an undecided subject.

Sometime this spring, when the weather is nice, these students are planning an astronomy night.

They will look at constellations and other things in space during this time. Educational programs are also in the process of being made for the elementary schools.

The main topic being studied during this program is on paleontology. The students in the Science Club plan a night to meet at an elementary school and allow the kids to perform hands-on activities. These activities have a lot to do with paleontology. The children look forward to doing the activities that the Science Club puts on.

One of the main competitions of the year, called the Envi-

Spanish Club

The Latin club is in the process of preparing for the Latin Convention in March.

Together they are making shirts. Senior Zach Thoma is the President of the Latin club and is looking forward to a successful year.

The Spanish Club began the school year by having a dinner at Fiesta Cantina. This allowed the group to get to know each other. Seniors Ashley Cullen and Nate Miska are the presidents of the Spanish Club.

Recently, they celebrated the day of the dead with a fiesta.

Trombone players pull large audiences

BY JENNY HARSH

Everyone anticipates the roaring sound that emerges from the crowd when the trombone players line up and put down their blindfolds. This phenomenon occurs every Friday night at the halftime show of the football game. They are known for what is called the Trombone Suicide. A great deal goes into preparing the routine they have to perform.

Practices occur each day during 5th period. Many of the trombone players not only practice at school with the other band members, but also try to practice at least twice a week at home.

All of their practice and hard work pays off when they perform and delight in the crowds cheering in the stands.

“The thrill, the excitement, the roar of the crowd is what I like most about the Trombone Suicides,” said junior Bobby Papas.

Along with Friday night football games, their skills have been shown at the school bonfires, pep assem-

Trombonists perform their infamous suicides during the preHomecoming bonfire. PHOTO BY BRAD MUELLER

blies, and the Central Intermediate school. With the help of senior Jason Hadgis, the trombone suicide is well known and loved throughout our school.

Now that the football season is over, the trombone players are split up into two separate groups. The more highly advanced group is directed by Mr. Hadgis and the other group is directed

by Mrs. Hire.

As amusing as this group maybe, it also comes with a considerably large amount of practice and the fear of colliding into other musicians. During practice, a number of players have swung into others. As time went on and they became more experienced, the number of times they were hit

decreased.

Not only at practice, but outside of practice everyone who is involved in the trombone suicides are very close with each other. “ The trombone players are pretty laid back. It’s nice to know that you have twelve other people that have your back,” said freshman Katy Mooney.

Overall, the fans rave over the Trombone Suicides. A standing ovation usually follows each performance. It brought excitement to our school and most of our student body looks forward to watching this group in the months to come.

rothon, occurs every May. This competition requires a five member team. Each member of the team is assigned a special part in the science field which they will study. Sections such as wildlife, aquatics, forestry, soils and the national theme are the five Jack joined the Science Club because she loves scitopics the students ence. PHOTO BY CARLY MCNUTT. have to be experts The Science Club has high on during the competition.

Junior Chris Keller is a expectations for this year. The part of the Science Club. educational programs that they “I joined the Science Club this are putting together are a way year because I like science. They to involve the children. The also do a lot of interesting things students are paying back to throughout the year that I want- their community for everything ed to be a part of,” said Keller. that has been given to them.

French Club

French club recently had their first meeting on the Nov. 7. The group discussed the trip to France this summer while Ms. Petrie showed a variety of pictures on a slide show.

Along with this, the group voted on the club’s T-shirts for the upcoming year, This year’s officers are seniors Drew Cline as President, Katie Hensel as Vice President and Caitlin Douglas as Secretary. Upcom-

ing events include: December Dece ember 6: Saint Nicholas Day Party December: French and Spanish club adopt a family for Christmas together.

February 2: 2 club makes crêpes after school, a French tradition on this day February 20: Mardi Gras February March: Cooking school lesson at Buehlers May 5: 5 Cinco de Mayo volley ball game with Spanish club.

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Variety

November 2006

Infamous ‘Freshman 15’ loses weight Whatever the reason may be for the “Freshman 15” weight gain, many suggestions are offered to counter the problem.

Researchers say that one of the most important things for college students to do is to develop a meal schedule that coincides with

their class schedule. Even if the meal times are not scheduled, it’s key to sit down for three regular, healthy meals.

College freshmen will be tempted with new food choices, but also need to be aware of possible weight gain consequences.

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A c e h t e y r k t rivia Tric 4. Who was voted homecoming queen her senior year? a. Mrs. Kurt b. Mrs. Lance c. Mrs. Beavers d. Mrs. Zagar 5. What teacher had a two-frame syndicated cartoon run in about 30 newspapers? a. Mrs. Nedoh b. Mrs. Khoury c. Mr. Singleton d. Mr. Collins 6. At age 18, what teacher played 3rd base in the Continental Amateur Baseball Association World Series Championship? a. Mr. Goddard b. Mr. Lynn c. Mr. Gramuglia d. Mr. Madigan 7. What teacher’s middle name is Lauren? a. Mrs. Lance b. Mrs. Swanson c. Mr. Lynn d. Mrs. North

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Everyone has their own dirty little secret, including the staff at Wadsworth High School. Can you guess what teacher has done what? Go through these questions and learn a little more about your teachers.

1. Who dated an OSU cheerleader in college? a. Mr. Knapp b. Mrs. Greenlees c. Mr. Postak d. Mrs. Eaton 2. Who states that they can climb the tallest tree in any woods in Medina County? a. Mrs. Hutchinson b. Mrs. McIlvaine c. Mr. Schmeltzer Sr. d. Mr. Miller 3. This teacher was voted most athletic in their class: a. Mrs. Beavers b. Mrs. Farr c. Mr. Callaghan d. Mr. Gains

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The infamous “Freshman 15” is a growing concern to weightloss professionals and nutritionists in the United States. The number of pounds gained has decreased from 15 pound average to an actual 5.6 to 7.8 pound average for males and a 3.6-pound average for females. It is still a major probTips for fighting lem in an obesity plagued society. the “Freshman 15”: Studies have 1.Eat breakfast daily. shown that college 2.Eat a little bit less. freshmen put on 3.For snacking, don’t weight during the first semester and eat out of a bag; sit continue through down with a portion. sophomore year.

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Brown University 5.Watch out for alco conducted an analysis of 907 students hol’s appetite-enhanc at Purdue Univering effects. sity and found that Provided by USA TODAY by the end of sophomore year, males put on 9.5 pounds and females put on 9.2 pounds eat; therefore, at college, students since starting freshman year. The eat more because most cafeterias biggest problem is not the amount serve a large variety of foods at of weight gained, but a pattern of every meal.

Likewise, bad exercise habits gradual weight gain is occurring contribute greatly to the weight and the weight is not lost.

“People drink too much beer, college freshmen gain.

“Walking to class is pretty eat late at night, and most don’t exercise,” said Ohio State Uni- much a workout,” said Hudson, versity college freshman, Kate “and most people find other transportation.”

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who are used to eating whatever they choose, experience weight gain due to a lack of exercise.

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the freedom to eat whatever and whenever they choose. In addition, most freshmen have increased alcohol consumption, along with eating while socializing, decreased physical activity, and exposure to high-calorie, high-fat foods. Also, studies have shown that the more variety people are offered, the more they

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BY BRITT BUSSON

8. At the College of Wooster, this teacher was a Scottish dancer: a. Mrs. McNamara b. Mrs. McIlvaine c. Mrs. Petrie d. Mr. Kibler 9. Who were “The Three Kings” a.k.a. Prom kings a. Mr. Madigan, Mr. John son, & Mr. Recupero b. Mr. Postak, Mr. Kallai, & Mr. Madigan c. Mr. Kibler, Mr. Gains, & Mr. Hadgis d. Mr. Lynn, Mr. Parry, & Mr. Hamilton 10. What teacher is able to do splits? a. Mrs. Lance b. Mrs. Broadhurst c. Mrs. Knapp d. Mrs. McIlvaine 11. Who won “The Manhood” award in high school? a. Mr. Williams b. Mr. Singleton c. Mr. Burton d. Mr. Callaghan

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You can hear it coming from a mile away. You can see it coming from twice that distance. It’s finally here: the Grizzlymobile.

The infamous car, a 1996 Ford Aspire, belongs to senior Laura Myers.

“Everyone recognizes my car, even if they don’t know me,” said Myers. “I got into a ‘whose car is worse’ discussion with a waiter at Parasson’s last year, and he said he had seen my car before. He also conceded the victory.”

The car’s identity comes mainly from its unique paint job, which w a s added

in 2003 by Myers’ sister Elizabeth, an avid Grizzly sports fan. After running into a telephone pole, she decided to make her replacement front bumper a little more spirited - and with a little spray paint and help from more artistic friends, she accomplished just that (and did the back bumper while she was at it).

Her sister then decided that the car, having just acqired its new personality, needed a whole new name.

She came up with the one still used today: Abby.

“I refer to my car as a female, and my friends have started to do it too,” said Myers.

The faded paint on Laura Myers’ 1996 Ford Aspire is hardly its worst quality.

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Why does this car win every worst car discussion?

For starters, its paws, rust and dents do not provide a beautiful exterior. The inside, however, is even worse.

“She’s a three cylinder.

At 70 miles per hour, she begins to shake and the CD player turns off,” said Myers. Along with the problem of speed, the car does not have power steering, the windows must be wound, the radio display does not work and you cannot pop the trunk.

Now that you know the facts, the next time you see or hear the Grizzlymobile lumbering through the streets, you will have even more reason to laugh.

Community

November 2006

Senior leaf raking builds character, helps community

BY BRITTANI PELTZ

Every year around this time, a feeling of responsibility and generosity fills the hearts of our senior class as they set out into the yards of our community to rake the leaves of the elderly.

Community service is not something that most people look forward to. But not only does it make you feel like you have done something beneficial to help others, it can be a big help when it comes to being accepted into college.

Considering a large majority of seniors will be attending college next fall, having their applications stand out among the thousands of others applying is extremely important. According to www.familyeducation.com, on the top 10 things that colleges look for in high school students, community service is number five. Although this may seem like a low priority to have while ap-

plying, it can play a major role in determining whether you get accepted.

Bob Chase is the president of the National Education Association.

“The lessons that students learn through community service are important ‘life lessons’ that will serve them well as they grow into adulthood. Molding a responsible citizen requires a well-rounded education, and learning first-hand that the importance of service to others is a vital part of that education,” he said.

Not only does community service make your town a finer place to live

, but it can also unite the citizens of it.

“Giving young people an opportunity to apply the knowledge, and practice the citizenship they acquire from the classroom makes their lives fuller and their com-

munities better places to live,” said Chase.

Community service is not meant to be something that is solely a reason to miss school; it is also a rewarding experience for many students. The virtues taught through community service will not only help you succeed in college, but in life.

This is why in order to graduate, a senior must have at least 10 hours of volunteer service.

So the next time you feel the desire to help out your community, remember all of the benefits. You aren’t only helping others, you are also helping yourself for whatever the future may bring.

Which gym will “work out” best in the long run?

BY BRITTANI PELTZ

The overabundance of turkey and mashed potatoes over the Thanksgiving weekend will prob-

ably leave you feeling like you need to shed a few extra pounds.

But if you were planning to join a local gym to burn the calories, you

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Smokerise Plaza moves in

BY MOLLY BRAZIER

It is a slow Saturday evening in Wadsworth; the local skate park is closed, the teen club is filled and quite frankly, you don’t feel like going to the mall again. Thankfully, though, after much construction and anticipation, Wadsworth Commons has finally opened.

Located between Home Depot and Wal-Mart, the Wadsworth Commons plaza includes the new businesses Dollar Tree, Sally’s Beauty Shop and Fashion Bug. Soon to opened are Alltel, RadioShack, Famous Hair and Cash Advanced.

And with three vacant lots, the plaza is still looking to grow.

Being in a centralized location between Wal-Mart and Home Depot will be a big factor for the businesses of Wadsworth Commons. Daily, Wal-Mart brings in new customers looking for a variety of products, giving the new plaza some craved attention.

“We have a dollar store?!” shouted Matt Snodgrass when he heard of the recently opened plaza.

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by WalMart,” responded a fellow enthusiastic student.

Contrary to popular belief, the newly opened Dollar Tree

did not just follow Fashion Bug from the old Great Oaks Plaza location. In fact, it is a completely different dollar store all together.

Its enticing green “Everything is 1$” sign is sure to lure anyone passing by to at least peek inside with curiosity. After all, what better way is there for a bored highschooler to spend a few bucks then at a brand new dollar store?

Once indoors, the possibilities are seemingly endless. Dollar Tree specializes in party supplies, housewares, candy and food, toys, health care, stationary, books and other home essentials.

In fact, with its great, yet sometimes misleading, “everything’s a dollar” prices, it is sure to attract at least a few traditional WalMart customers towards its doors.

Fashion Bug is also reaping the benefits of the location.

“Our sales from this time last year have definitely increased,” said Brandi Smith, the manager of Fashion Bug. “More people know we are here because of Wal-Mart.

Customers would come in saying they were glad there is now a Fashion Bug in Wadsworth even though we’ve actually been here for years.”

Not only that, but in their brand new building, Fashion Bug has a lot more to offer.

“We have a better selection and an overall more up to date building,” Smith said.

Although Cash Advanced, Radio Shack, Alltel and Famous Hair have yet to make their grand openings, they are

expected to do so soon, giving Wadsworth Commons even more activity and attraction for a greater variety of customers.

With the surrounding area prospering with the success of Home Depot and Wal-Mart, the plaza is optimistic about its future. Part of a changing and growing Wadsworth, the businesses look to expand and continue their well-beginning sales.

“We’re planning on staying here as long as the business does well,” Smith happily reported. And with the other stores in agreement, Wadsworth Commons is expected to fill up their last three vacant lots soon and add well to the growing Wadsworth economy.

News Briefs Continued from page 3 The Wadsworth Historic Society held its Candle light Walk in downtown Wadsworth on November 17 at 7:00 p.m.

Preparation for a Wadsworth skate park has begun. The Wadsworth Recreation Commission Skate park Subcommittee is looking to collected names for volunteers to be involved in fundraising, designing, and in general seeking donations for the project.

The results of the mid-term election are in. Elected into the Senate were 49 Democrats, 49 Republicans, and 2 Independents. The 2 Independents, Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Joe Lieberman of Connecticut, will caucus with the Democrats, giving the Democrats control of the Senate.

The mid-term House of Representatives results also gave Democrats the upper-hand. 203 Republicans and 232 Democrats were elected.

Ted Strickland won the governor’s race against Republican Ken Blackwell, ending the 16 years of Republican control in Ohio.

Democrat Sherrod Brown received 55.9 percent of the votes for Ohio’s representative in the U.S Senate beating incumbent Mike Dewine.

The Ohio smoking ban (Issue 5) passed and will take effect on December 7, 2006. Laws to enforce it, however, may take longer to pass. The ban makes smoking illegal in public places, particularly restaurants and workplaces.

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201Great Oaks Trail

330.334.8300 M-F 5:30 A.M.- 9:00 P.M. Sat- 8:00 A.M.- 5:00 P.M. Sun- 8:00 A.M.- 2:00 P.M.

Located in the Great Oaks Shopping Plaza

WalMart Subway

Wadsworth Subway

330-334-8325 222 Smokerise Dr Located inside Wadsworth WalMart

330-334-0044 991 High Street the Drug Mart Plaza