Wadsworth High School
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1870 - 2013 Wadsworth City Schools: “Celebrating 142 years of Excellence in Education”
Volume XXXVIV No. 2
November 2013
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Celebrating Veterans Day
PHOTOs by carly cundiff
Pictured above is Wadsworth High School’s Veterans Day assembly. On the far left, Steven Burns plays the bagpipes in honor of the veterans. In the middle, representatives of the Wadsworth VFW are dressed in their uniforms. On the far right, the students and staff of Wadsworth High School are applauding those who made great sacrifices in order to secure their liberties.
School comes together to honor all who served By BROOKE LEONARD and maddie capron
Since 1919, Veterans Day has been an important part of American history and celebration. The holiday originated as Armistice Day, which commemorated those who served in World War I. Germany signed the armistice, slowing the hostilities of WWI during the 11th hour, of the 11th day, in the 11th month.
Since then, it has become tradition at Wadsworth High School to honor all those who have served the country. This year, the veterans were honored at a breakfast sponsored by Student Council and an assembly organized by Mr. Knapp’s AP classes. The momentous day for the veterans began with the students and staff of Wadsworth High School gathering in the gym.
Once there, Steven Burns, playing the bagpipes, led the procession of veterans into the gym. Once they took their seats, the ceremony began. Darrin Gilkerson, 10, was one of the opening speakers. In a well-articulated speech, Gilkerson outlined the origins of Veterans Day and touched on the importance of honoring those who have served their country. Nick Englehart, 11, also had
Photo by carly cundiff
The veterans and their loved ones are pictured above, intently observing the ceremony in which they are being honored for their service.
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wise words to say. Using a different approach, Englehart reflected on the thousands of soldiers who have never made it home and to this day remain missing. Next to the podium was a table set for one. Englehart explained the symbolism behind the place setting for one and the strain that a soldier’s absence places on family members. Regarding Englehart’s speech, David Johnson, 12, remarked, “Nick’s speech was extremely powerful.” A mass of applause from the audience followed Englehart’s speech, signaling that they agreed. The Wadsworth High School band illustrated the reflective mood with their harmonious playing. The songs that were played typified “Salute to America’s Finest,” “American Celebration,” and of course, “The Star Spangled Banner.” In response to the band’s performance, Logan Boyer, 12, said, “I am proud to be an American.” To honor the veterans, Selena Laikos, 10, a student in Mr. Knapp’s AP History class, put together a slide show
BOARD OF EDUCATION FILLS THREE
A poll of 69 students showed 72% believe the economy was the deciding issue for OPEN POSITIONS the presidential race. Other was second with 14% and the war in Iraq followed with 10% of the votes. Foreign policy received 3% and health care was last with 1%.Results of the School
Board election – page 3
SENIOR LEAF RAKING DAY Wadsworth High School seniors spend the day helping the community. – page 9 SUPERSIZE ME: BICEPS EDITION Steven Gilbert shares his journey to fitness. – page 13
presentation. It featured pictures of veterans, past and present, with a patriotic sound track that played in the background. According to Carolyn Lee, 11, “It really inspired me to serve my country.” Along with the musical additions of the band was Wadsworth High School’s choir. Both Becca Habig, 12, and Courtney Kovacs, 12, had solos during the assembly. On the day Woodrow Wilson signed Armistice Day into effect, Wilson insightfully remarked, “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…” Men and women have given up their lives for the United States, and Wadsworth High School’s annual Veterans Day Assembly is one way in which the community comes together to pay respect for those individuals.
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*Issue 4 withdrawn on Sept. 4, 2008
Editorial.........................................................2 News.............................................................3 Opinion......................................................4,5 Ads .......................................................6,7,12 Speakout.......................................................8 Picture Pages ...........................................9,16 Features .....................................................10 Entertainment............................................. 11 Health..........................................................13 Sports.....................................................14,15 Of the Month...............................................17 Veteran Profile.............................................18
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