Wadsworth High School
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NOVEMBER 2015
The
BRUIN
1870 - 2015 Wadsworth City Schools: “Celebrating 145 years of Excellence in Education”
Volume XXXX No. 2
625 Broad Street Wadsworth, Ohio 44281
Terrorists attack Paris Death toll reaches 129 after ISIS attacks Paris; s e ve n att ackers de ce as e d, one on t he r un BY MICHAEL CALLOW AND LAUREN WHITLEY
Seven simultaneous terrorist attacks occurred in downtown Paris on Nov. 13, killing 129 people. ISIS claimed responsibility in a statement released on social media justifying the attacks based on France’s participation in the air strikes against ISIS strongholds in Syria and other Middle Eastern countries. In a recent video, ISIS warns all countries participating in the air strikes will suffer the same fate as the French if the strikes do not cease. There is specific reference in the video of a future attack being planned on American soil in Washington, D.C. “It makes me nervous for my kids because they have to grow up in this crazy world,” said Mr. Rob Lynn, AP Government teacher, about the recent events in Paris. The first of three explosions occurred outside the Stade de France where a friendly international soccer match between France and Germany was taking place. A few minutes after the explosions, gunmen opened fire on a crowded terrace restaurant a few blocks from the stadium, killing 19 innocent people. Le Bataclan was the sight of the worst single attack where gunmen held almost 100 people hostage.
They opened fire on the crowded concert hall, killing 87 people. Next, a suicide bomber struck near the Stade de France. Fortunately, nobody was wounded in that particular bombing. French authorities say the attack was carried out by eight ISIS members; seven of them died during the attacks. One member of the group, Abaaoud Abdelhamid, has escaped.
Veterans Day and Senior leaf raking photos College football playoff battle intensifies
ties to Baghdadi, the leader of ISIS who ordered the attacks. Baghdadi is a self-proclaimed Caliph, meaning he is believed to be the successor of Muhammad. Many Americans and states are reacting to this danger. “I’ve issued an executive order directing state agency heads to prevent the resettlement of Syrian refugees in GA” (@ GovernorDeal), tweeted GA
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The Eiffel Tower was lit with France’s national colors during the week of mourning.
There is a massive manhunt underway for Abdelhamid. French officials previously had him in custody for questioning, but he was released without realizing his identity. Abdelhamid was radicalized in 2013 and has appeared in numerous ISIS propaganda videos. He is believed to have
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Governor Nathan Deal in response to the recent attacks. Over 20 states have said they will not be accepting anymore Syrian refugees in wake of the attacks. Although the world is still in shock, there is much support for Paris, including a Twitter trend #PrayForParis.
BY MICHAEL CALLOW AND LAUREN WHITLEY
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Editorial.........................................................2 News.............................................................3 Opinion.........................................................4 Ads .......................................................5,6,12 Entertainment................................................7 Picture Pages..............................................8,9 Sports....................................................10, 11 Community............................................13,14 Of the Month...............................................15 Speakout.....................................................16
After 21 seasons on the sideline, head football coach Greg Dennison has submitted his resignation. Dennison leaves Wadsworth as the winningest coach in the school’s history, finishing with a record of 148-77. During his tenure at Wadsworth, Dennison led the Grizzlies to nine playoff appearances and two regional final games in 1999 and 2011. Dennison held a playersonly meeting to break the news of his resignation on
Wednesday, Nov. 11. Many players were shocked to hear he was resigning, but they have nothing but respect for Coach Dennison. Players thanked the long time coach for all he has done for them and the WHS football program. Dennison has instilled a toughness in the program that will last long after his departure. Dennison plans to continue teaching Algebra at Wadsworth. He is looking for a fresh start coaching at another high school or college. “My greatest memory here has to be when we went 10-0 in my second season and beat the Federal League champion to make it to the regional final game,” said Dennison. Dennison’s resume is quite impressive, and he should not have much trouble landing a new coaching job. “I appreciate him giving me a chance to play and do not think my career here at Wadsworth would have been like this without his guidance,” said senior running back Daniel Weinerman. The Wadsworth student body and teachers repeatedly thanked Coach Dennison for a fantastic 21 years and wished him continued success in the future. PHOTO COURTESY OF GLEN RUTHERFORD
Graduate receives USO Soldier of the Year BY REGAN SZALAY
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Dennison resigns after 21 years
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Inside the Bruin: Who will win the next presidency?
Thanksgiving Break Nov. 26-Nov. 30
After saving the lives of eight soldiers during a U.S. diplomat’s visit to Afghanistan in June, Wadsworth High School graduate Christian Sheers was named USO Soldier of the Year. The Bruin was able to contact Sheers via Facebook for a quick interview about his experience winning this prestigious award. This is what he had to say: What are your plans for the future now that you are back in the U.S.? “My plans are to just to be with my wife and prepare for another deployment. My long term goals include going to college to become a high school
math teacher.” What does winning USO Soldier of the Year mean to you? “Being honored as USO Soldier of the Year shows me how even high-ranking personnel still care about the soldiers. It also puts into perspective what happened and what it costs to be honored in such a way.” What would you say to a student at Wadsworth High School who plans on joining the military in the future? “Basic is not fun but is necessary for you to become selfless and to learn what it truly means to be a part of a bigger picture. The family you
will have in the military will be closer to you than anything you have ever experienced.” What experience(s) at Wadsworth High School helped prepare you for life in the military? “The experiences that helped me were just recognizing what an authority figure looks like and how to respect that in every person.” Sheers is now back in Kentucky with his wife, Jessica, awaiting his next deployment in 2017. Wadsworth High School would like to thank Sheers and all others who are serving or have served for the United States of America.
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Brewin’ Debate
A November to remember
Staff Editorial
Gobble gobble, Wadsworth High. Our first issue was decent, but we know that we can be much better. With the cold winter months quickly approaching, what else would you want to curl up with against a fire than a Bruin? We are deeply saddened by the recent attacks that took place in Paris. ISIS thinks it is knocking France and its allies on the ground, but in reality, it made them stronger than ever in the fight against terrorism. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by the attacks. On a brighter note, our Veterans Day Assembly, organized by Mr. Knapp and Mr. Berlin, was a great show of honor and appreciation for everyone, past and present, who has served in the Armed Forces. Captain Paul Stankich used a unique approach, but informative speech. To reiterate
what he said, at one point in our life, find some way to serve this great country we call home. In the recent Ohio elections, both Issues 1 and 2 passed, while advocates for marijuana legalization were left disappointed that Ohio residents rejected Issue 3. (Take a gander at the Brewin’ Debate for a closer look on the argument). Thanksgiving is a few days away, which means the same old story. Make sure to give thanks to everyone who has made a positive impact on your life. We would like to take the time to thank everyone who has supported The Bruin, from our patrons to all the students at WHS. Oh, and do not forget to pig out at Thanksgiving dinner with the people you love. Have a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving break, WHS. We will see you soon. Contact The Bruin: Twitter (@wadsworthbruin) Instagram (@WHS_Bruin) wadsworthbruin@gmail.com
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Should recreational marijuana be legalized? No
Yes
By Noah baughman
by ALex lenc
Marijuana is a drug. Just like any other drug, it is very addictive and can lead to the use of narcotics and stronger, more dangerous drugs. Also, all drugs have some sort of consequence to taking them. Marijuana has been proven to be more toxic than cigarettes, and it leads to lung problems as much as twenty years earlier than cigarettes. Use of marijuana has led to many mental problems as well. Psychosis and schizophrenia are results of the use of marijuana during adolescent years. Marijuana has reportedly caused hallucinations and mental slowness, leading many teens to suicide and self-harm. Also, it is proven that mothers who intake marijuana during pregnancy may have children with birth defects. The toxin of marijuana has also been proven to take away IQ points. In Colorado, edibles have grown very popular since the legalization of marijuana. These gummies, cookies and treats have very high levels of THC, as do marijuana samples today compared to many years ago. The strong potency and delayed effects of these edibles cause many to intake much more than the suggested amounts. Overall, the legalization of marijuana can lead to many problems. These drug-related problems cause harm to our society.
The legalization of marijuana would usher a massive amount of benefits to the state of Ohio. Tax revenue would be a huge plus side to the legalization. During the 2014 fiscal year, Colorado received 70 million dollars in tax revenue from marijuana sales. This is nearly double the amount of alcohol sales revenue. Instead of spending money to put these harmless users in jail, money could be made through heavy taxation. Many arguments can be made against legalization of marijuana, but many of these arguments are similar ones that were made during the prohibition of alcohol. Prohibition was a major failure, and today, we are seeing the same thing with marijuana. On top of this, alcohol kills way more people each year than pot; a scientific report was recently released deeming alcohol 114 times more deadly than pot. Legalization would also put the drug in much more responsible hands than the drug dealers that have the substance today. These dealers currently have the control to sell to whoever they want and put whatever additives into the substance that they want. This drug would benefit our society medically and economically, serving as a much better alternative to alcohol.
Students reflect on veterans day Veterans Day is a day to thank and remember those who served for their country. I think that it is always a good assembly to have to show respect for those who served. The men who served our country will never forget the times they went through and all the good they have done for us. Each branch has a specific purpose and role that they do that makes this country better. -Steven Ahern, 11 Our Veterans Day assembly moves me every year, but I was struck by a particular moment this Wednesday: when Mr. Moore called for a round of applause for our servicemen, the veterans joined in it. They looked around at each other and applauded the group. After having left their families, faced death, and pushed through culture shock to do their jobs,
they looked around at the other wearied faces on the floor, and they were honored to be in the presence of their fellow heroes. It was a spectacle of the utmost humility, and we would be wise to match it with the utmost reverence. “Those who humble themselves will be exalted.” (Matthew 23:12) -Julia Drury, 12 I think Veterans Day is a special day for most people. It means the most to people that had someone in the military. My grandpa was in WWII, and this day means a lot. I think it is great that we honor the men and women that served our country. They are all strong and courageous. They put their lives at risk for us, and I think that is wonderful. For some people, this day is extremely sad if they had someone pass away
in the military or if they know someone with PTSD. My mom is a nurse, and she always deals with veterans with this disease. Going into the military is scary. You do not know if you will come home the same as you left. I know some people in my grade are already thinking about going into the military, and I think that is cool because most of them are following in their siblings’ footsteps. -Katie Johnson, 10
more importantly, it is a day to remember all of those who have lost their lives. Veterans Day is a much deserved holiday for all of the troops who put their lives on the line for us. We should have more than just one day that is completely devoted to the troops. They deserve more attention and respect from the citizens of the United States. I thank all of the men and women who have served for this country. -Christian Szalay, 10
Veterans Day is an important day to many people around the country. It is a day to remember all of the soldiers who served this country that are alive and the soldiers that lost their lives. It is a special day to honor all of the brave men and women who served to defend this country to give us our freedom. It is a day of celebration, but
This is a day to be happy, not sad. We must remember all those that have lost their lives in the wars that have happened, but we must honor those who have come back from it. Our fallen soldiers would not want us to spend every waking moment of our lives being sad over their death. Instead, they would want us to enjoy the life that they fought so
hard for us to enjoy. We cannot forget all of those that have come back. They deserve our thanks and gratitude, but it takes much more than that to truly show our appreciation. While saying thanks is a good start, helping them go through whatever trauma they might be going through is a must. -Ethan VanArsdell, 11 Veterans Day should acknowledge those who protect our country and stand by it, despite our flaws. I cannot express my gratitude to those who risk their lives (without a thought of themselves) for everyday people and our country. I think it is important to remember those who keep our daily conveniences possible. Sometimes we forget that many countries do not have what we do, and we ultimately take it for granted. -Alexis Kirby, 10
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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 April/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 adviser. 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.
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N ovember 2015
E. coli outbreak causes closures, distress
BY JENNA JOHNSON AND ERIN KILBRIDE
You may think that Chipotle has always been one of the healthiest fast food restaurants, but recent news of an E. coli outbreak has Americans rethinking their options. This is the third outbreak of foodborne illnesses at Chipotle restaurants in the past six months. The two other occurrences were in August. A restaurant in Simi Valley, CA, closed after 80 customers and 18 employees contracted Norovirus. This extremely contagious virus causes the stomach or intestines to inflame, which can lead to stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea and vomiting. After a deep cleaning of the Simi Valley store, they reopened and have not had any other problems since. In Minnesota, 17 different restaurants had salmonella infecting their food. Tomatoes are believed to be the cause of this outbreak in 64 customers. Nine of these people total were hospitalized for consuming infected food. Currently, the problem lies in the Pacific Northwest. As of Oct. 31, 43 restaurants have closed in the state of Washington and the surrounding area of Portland, OR. However, Chipotle is hopeful that the spread of the outbreak has been halted since closing these restaurants. Chipotle tracks its food supply by using technology made by
a Durham, NC, FoodLogiQ company. With this technology, they believe to have found that the reason for the outbreak was because of their fresh produce such as lettuce, tomatoes, cilantro, onions and even spices. They believe the fresh produce was contaminated at the distribution or supply level. However, before they reopen the stores, they need to be sure of the cause. So far, 39 people have gotten sick from the E. coli bacteria and 14 have been hospitalized. They may have to close more restaurants in Oregon or nearby states if the numbers continue to rise. Symptoms of E. coli are fever, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps and diarrhea. There are hundreds of strains of E. coli that exist and most of them are harmless to animals and humans. However, a few strains can cause these serious problems. E. coli outbreaks are usually associated with contaminated animal waste, but this is not always the case. It can be spread through water supplies or even because of improperly cured compost. Therefore, it is not only found in animal products but can also be found in fresh produce. Although people commonly associate E. coli outbreaks with unsanitary conditions, this is not always true. Chipotle employees Darrin Gilkerson, 12 and Aley Lind, 12 agree that the outbreak
didn’t occur because of negligence. Lind said that since the outbreak, they have had meetings and have increased their health codes to even higher standards. “We added an extra step to our vegetable and meat sanitation process as well as daily pH checks of our sanitizer. We also got new cutting boards and a new process for cleaning them,” said Lind. Because Chipotle uses all-natural food sources, they do not treat their food to prevent things like E. coli. The source of the outbreak was most likely their local supplier since they do not use chemicals or other preventative measures to stop this. One who acquired the illness from eating at Chipotle was
Charmaine Denise Mode. She ate it on Oct. 21 and had to go to the hospital several days later. She is suing Chipotle for at least $75,000 since there are still concerns about her long-term health because of the E. coli. Although the outbreak seems to have been contained, Chipotle still suggests that any customers who begin to show symptoms of E. coli within three to seven days of eating their food should seek medical attention. They are working to control the outbreak and believe they have been fairly successful so far by keeping it in the Pacific Northwest. However, they will not reopen the restaurants until they are certain of the cause of the E. coli.
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People throughout America are still enjoying Chipotle’s delicious food despite the E. coli outbreak in the Pacific Northwest. Most people aren’t worried anymore and are enjoying their burritos.
NEWS BRIEFS LOCAL WHS students sign letters of intent
Seniors Noah Baughman and Jodi Johnson signed letters of intent to play sports in college on November 11, 2015. Johnson will be playing basketball at Ashland University, and Baughman will be wrestling at Cornell University.
Lincoln Elementary Anniversary
Lincoln Elementary School is celebrating its 100th year anniversary. Congratulations to Mr. Brady as well as the Lincoln students and staff.
Renacci visits WHS
Congressman Jim Renacci came to Wadsworth High School on November 11, 2015, to greet everyone at the Veterans Day Breakfast. He spoke with the veterans throughout their meal.
Students look into accounting careers
PHOTO BY ERIN KILBRIDE
Seniors Noah and Jodi stop for a picture before signing their letters of intent for Cornell University and Ashland University, respectively.
Seven Wadsworth High School students traveled with Mr. Kaufman to Kent State University to take part in The Ohio CPA Foundation Accounting Career Day. The students visited the College of Business building on November 6, 2015, where they listened to Kent State accounting graduates talk about public and private accounting careers.
WORLD Putin bans flights to Egypt
Russian President Vladimir Putin had to ban all flights to Egypt because of a Russian plane crash that was caused by a bomb on board. The bomb killed 224 people on board. This ban, which will last for several months, shows how seriously Putin is taking this threat.
Tropical Cyclones Megh and Kate
Tropical Cyclone Megh dissipated on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015, after hitting Yemen. Megh hit the small island of Socotra on Sunday, November 8, 2015, and killed at least two people. Tropical Cyclone Kate left the U.S. East Coast after causing high winds in North Carolina.
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Firefighters attempt to put out an apartment building fire in Akron, Ohio, after a plane crashed on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015. This crash left all nine passengers dead.
NATIONAL Legalization of Marijuana Fails
Ohio residents voted on Nov. 3, 2015, against Issue 3, which would have legalized marijuana. Other states across the nation, including Nevada, California, Maine, Arizona, Michigan and Missouri, are close to putting similar issues on their ballots in the upcoming years.
Plane crash in Akron kills nine
A plane on its way from Toledo to Akron, crashed on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2015, and all nine people on board were killed. It crashed into an apartment building, which caught on fire. No one on ground was injured, but 12 families were affected by the fire.
Fight for $15 begins year-long campaign
Fast food employees across the nation went on strike on Nov. 10, 2015, to fight for a minimum wage of $15. This took place in over 270 cities, with the largest strikes taking place in New York City, Boston and Philadelphia.
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A word from our
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Students, what a great month of November. We were quite busy during the month of November, and our students showed why we have the greatest high school in the state of Ohio. Seniors, you as always led the way with an outstanding effort at our annual leaf raking day. We did over 220 yards in under six hours. It was an incredible day and several of the senior citizens have sent cards and letters thanking us for a job well done. Veterans Day was an awesome assembly, and I was extremely proud of the behavior of our student body. That assembly is always number one in my heart for what it means to not only the veterans but to the student body as well. The student speeches and performances were outstanding. Thank you to Mr. Berlin and Mr. Knapp for organizing and to all who performed. This year, our first semester is winding down prior to Christmas Break. Make sure that you take the time to get all of your academics in order now instead of waiting until the last minute. The number one reason why students do not perform well academically is because of not doing your work. Please continue to turn in your assignments and follow through with your teachers for any missing work. It is your responsibility as a WHS student to get your work done. Finally, as we approach the winter season, the weather will turn for the worse. Please make sure you take some extra time in the morning to be safe and on time. I care about each and every one of you and want to make sure you are safe this winter. UNTIL NEXT TIME – Enjoy Mr. Moore
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Disney movies reign as best WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DISNEY MOVIE? OPINION BY OLIVIA
Growing up, Disney movies defined who I was. I would watch them when sick, happy or even sad; they were always played at my house. Recently, I decided to create a list of the top five animated Disney movies. Narrowing them down was not easy, but I still managed to select five great ones.
1. The best animated Disney movie would have to be the 1950’s original, Cinderella. Many have fallen in love with the hopeless romantic feelings of the prince and the house maid. “Cinderella is my favorite because although she is treated poorly by her step mother and sisters, she still comes out marrying the handsome prince,” said Maddie Shaeffer, 10. This movie will always be a classic that everyone will forever enjoy.
2. Finding Nemo, produced in 2003, is also a classic movie. The way Nemo tries to find his dad and goes on an adventure is creative and has a good theme to it. The animation in this movie is very realistic, which adds to the quality of the movie. I bet anyone who enjoyed this movie will enjoy the sequel, Finding Dory, coming to theaters Jun. 17, 2016.
4. The Lion King (1994) is such a memorable movie. One thing about this movie that is thoroughly enjoyed is the music. Everyone that has seen this movie knows the words to the songs. “Nothing else comes close to The Lion King,” said Trey Talabac, 11. I could not agree more with Trey because this original movie is truly one of a kind.
3. Monsters Inc., produced in 2001, is a fantastic way to teach a lesson to children. Most can say that they have cried at least once when they watched this movie. The uniqueness of the monsters and the animation of them make the movie one to remember. A lot like the aspect of the nice monsters, too. There is a sequel to this movie called Monsters University, however, the original movie will always remain the favorite between both of the movies.
5. “My favorite movie would be Aladdin. Every time I watch it, I laugh because of the lovable blue genie,” said Andrew Cavinee, 11. He basically hits it all. This movie is fantastic and always a favorite movie to many. There have been many great Disney movies, and I guarantee there will be more produced over the years. I can guess that I am not alone when the anticipation is real to see what Disney Studios has in store for us soon.
almost daily. However, she does have one standout competitor. Bernie Sanders has been a surprising favorite for many, but Sanders simply cannot win the election. The first reason for this is that he is too far left. Americans will not elect a socialist. The second reason is that he is old. This may sound like an ignorant statement, but Americans have a tendency to gravitate towards young, charismatic candidates. Bernie Sanders lacks both of these qualities. Taking all of this into account, it is safe to say right now that Hillary Clinton should easily win the democratic nomination. The Republican Candidates We are all sick of hearing about Donald Trump, so I will make my reasoning as to why he is not going to win the nomination short. For starters, he is rude. He makes controversial comments on private matters to defame other candidates.
He once stated, “Look at that face! Would anyone vote for that? Can you imagine that, the face of our next president?” with regards to candidate Carly Fiorina. He later claimed to be referring to her persona, but we all know what he really meant. Politically, he does not have the background to be the president. He has very little knowledge of foreign affairs. While his economic experience is extensive, that alone will not be enough to win him the election. His immigration ideas are absurd. Building a wall is not going to help anything. People will find new ways to climb it, go under it and go through it. The most likely GOP candidate is currently Ben Carson. His appeal comes with the fact that he technically is not a politician. He is a retired neurosurgeon with an extensive list of medical accomplishments that includes winning the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2008. He is intelligent, well spoken, and to the untrained eye, appears to be an experienced politician. He may just be conservative enough to get nominated and liberal enough to get elected. The 2016 Election When the election rolls around, I believe the candidates will be Ben Carson and Hillary Clinton. There are two possible outcomes. The first outcome requires Donald Trump to run as an independent. This would
“Toy Story because it is what real high school life is coming to be, with going off to college and leaving your childhood behind.” - Alexa, 11 “Beauty and The Beast because it is a cute movie, and she is my favorite princess.” - Julia, 10 “My favorite animated Disney movie has to be Aladdin. Every time I watch it, I laugh because of the lovable genie.” - Andrew, 11 “Frozen because I like the songs and the message of, ‘You don’t need a man in your life to feel good about yourself, you just need family.” - Emily, 9 PHOTOS BY OLIVIA ADDIS
Who will win the next presidency? OPINION BY CHASE
With the next presidential election now less than a year away, many questions remain. Who will win the GOP nomination? After all the scandal surrounding Hillary Clinton, do the American people still believe she has enough integrity to be the president? The most important question remains: who will our next president be? The Democratic Candidates So far, the race for the democratic candidacy has not been exciting. Hillary Clinton is winning by a landslide, and the number of competitors she has decreases
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Dr. Ben Carson would be the first black Republican President. He is currently the front runner for the GOP.
Who will win the 2016 presidential election? Donald Trump
Ben Carson
31.6%
22.4%
Bernie Sanders
Hillary Clinton
19.4%
12.2%
*This poll was taken from a group of 103 students in WHS government and history classes. The four candidates listed were the top four most voted for in the poll. PHOTOS COURTESY OF MCT CAMPUS
cause a split in the Republican vote, taking enough votes away from Carson to allow Hillary to win the election and become the nation’s first female president. The second outcome possible is if Donald Trump is bluffing. This is the outcome I personally believe will occur. Trump is smart enough to realize that he cannot win the election as an independent. Our political system simply will not
allow it. As the current polls stand, Ben Carson has the highest chance of any GOP candidate to beat Hillary Clinton in the election. If Trump decides not to run as an independent, this should give Ben Carson enough room for an easy victory over a scandal shrouded Hillary Clinton. This would make Ben Carson the second African-American president, and besides, President Carson has a nice ring to it.
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Drac’s Back
BY ABIGAIL CIPAR AND LAUREN KNIPL
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he most recent performance from our school’s drama club, Drac’s Back, had the audience howling with laughter. The show began with the introduction of a group of students on their way to their regional science fair. Little did they know, they would soon run out of gas. With nowhere else to go, the students and their teacher, Mary Cole (Larissa Richards), make their way up the path to Castle Dracula. Dracula (Blake Brouse) manages to track down his sisters, Bella (Claire Doyle) and Della (Sarah Wellert). He then brings his newest sweetheart, Trixie (Alyssa Hopkins), to the castle to meet the duo. The sisters plot to drain the energy out of the stranded
Fallout 4 hits next gen, PC BY ABIGAIL CIPAR
On Nov. 10, Bethesda released one of the most anticipated games of the year. The Fallout timeline begins after bombs are dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Full on nuclear war erupts between the USA, USSR, and China. During this time, a corporation called Vault-Tec emerges. They specialize in the creation of vaults, in which citizens can take refuge if a bomb were to drop. However, Vault-Tec is secretly conducting
students and get their youth back. However, all plans are out the window when Eddy Stark (Ryan Presson), Lily White (Claire Wilson), Dr. Bloodstone (Sam Punchak) and Renfield (Bella Perry) show up. The arrival of the unexpected guests forces the sisters to rethink their plans. They must be extra sneaky this time. Perhaps the spookiest part for the stranded students and their teacher was meeting Bella and Della’s butler, Dreggs (Gray Giaconia). Dreggs greatly enjoyed sneaking up behind the group of eight. Right when Norman (Brady Klonk) and Troy (Ben Swanson) find a can of gas, the van mysteriously goes missing. Bella and Della are not the only ones out for the students. Dracula and Trixie have plans, too. In order for their plan to drink the blood of the guests to follow through, Dracula turns Dr. Bloodstone and
Renfield into his own personal zombie slaves to capture his sisters before they get the chance to feast before them. Meanwhile, the kids and Mrs. Cole are trying to find a way home from this strange place. After being chased around the castle for quite a while, the students finally find the van. While Dracula and his sisters are arguing, the group sneaks out and leaves the castle. The cops, Eddy Stark and Lily White, take the hypnotized Dr. Bloodstone and Renfield down to the station. When Dracula and Trixie are about to pass out from not drinking any blood, they remember that there are blood samples from one of the student’s science projects. Desperate, they drink the blood, not realizing that it was dog blood. Thus, they begin to act like dogs. The curtain closes on the sisters jokingly petting them.
scientific and social experiments on each vault’s residents. Fallout 4 begins in 2077, minutes before bombs are dropped on Boston. The residents of a neighborhood called Sanctuary Hills must hurry to the nearest vault, 111, when the sirens go off. Most do not make it, but those who do are filed into cryogenic stasis chambers to be frozen for 200 years. Bethesda added many new features to this game, and they also made some major changes. They added a new enemy, bloodbugs, which are much like mosquitoes but quite a bit larger. If you are up to the challenge, you can brave the journey to Salem to hunt down the Savage Deathclaw. The V.A.T.S., or Vault-Tec Assisted Targeting System, is used during combat in the game. This
also got a makeover to some extent. Now, your enemies move in slow motion, forcing you to select your target within a shorter amount of time. In the past, time froze completely. Also added was the ability to design your own settlements. You now have the option to craft furniture, lighting, generators, turrets and many other items. The goal is to make your residents feel comfortable and safe. In addition, leveling up in this game is much different than it has been in the past. You earn one point per level, and there is no level cap. Points may be distributed into one section in the Perks Chart. This chart will help you as you battle your way through the Commonwealth in Fallout 4.
This well-shaded colored pencil drawing by Kyle Zufra, 11, is of Maddie Pace’s, 12, hands. “Doing art is more fun than school, and my favorite part was spending too much time on it,” he said.
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The intricate designs on this 3-D project by Hunter Hale, 12, takes time and quite a bit of patience most do not have. This is one of many detailed clay projects she has worked on.
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Almost, Maine up next BY LAUREN KNIPL
If you missed the most recent performance from our school’s drama department, do not panic. Almost, Maine is hitting the stage on December 3-5 at 7:30 p.m., in the J.R.M Performing Arts Center, located here at Wadsworth High School. The price of admission is $8, and snacks and refreshments can be purchased in the cafeteria during intermission. Written by John cariani, Almost, Maine is a romantic comedy and takes place on a cold, clear Friday night in the middle of winter. The residents of this small town will never be the same after falling in and
out of love in the strangest ways. Come out to see the drama department put on another stellar performance. The subject matter is deemed appropriate for high school students and above.
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Spotlight on artists Katarina Zuder, 12, primarily works with water colors and colored pencils. Her work is easy to identify, as she has developed her own, unique style that captivates those who view it.
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College Football Playoff battle intensifies by dylan bowers
Entering the second year of the playoff format, teams are eager to make a push to play in the postseason. As of now, the current top four teams are Clemson, Alabama, Ohio State and Notre Dame. Clemson is representing the ACC, Alabama is representing the SEC, Ohio State is representing the Big Ten and Notre Dame is an independent team that is not in a conference. Those four teams are on track to make the college football playoffs. “OSU should be ahead of Alabama because they are undefeated,” said Steven Ahern, 11. 4.) Notre Dame Notre Dame has been a surprising contender this season. After junior quarterback Malik Zaire went down with a fractured ankle in the team’s 34-27 win at Virginia, freshman quarterback DeShone Kizer has stepped in and played respectably, passing for 2,042 yards, along with 16 touchdowns and six interceptions. Bleacher Report’s Ed Feng has Notre Dame as the fourth seed in the college football playoff, and there is evidence to back that up. According to ESPN, Notre Dame is sixth in the nation in strength of schedule at 94.9. The Fighting Irish beat
previously #14 Georgia Tech, USC, and #22 Temple and lost at #1 Clemson 24-22. Notre Dame is a real contender this year. 3.) Ohio State Despite early struggles, the Buckeyes have picked things up as of late and are looking like the team that won the 2015 National Championship. The Buckeyes have started the season out 10-0 despite inconsistent play from quarterbacks Cardale Jones and J.T. Barrett. Feng has the Buckeyes as the number three seed in the playoffs. The offense has been carried by running back Ezekiel Elliot, who has 1,594 yards from scrimmage and 16 touchdowns this season. According to ESPN, OSU is eighth in the nation in strength of schedule at 94.1. With games
coming up against ranked Michigan State and Michigan, the Buckeyes will finally have a chance to prove themselves. 2.) Clemson The Tigers have had a solid season. Sophomore quarterback DeShaun Watson has led the Tigers to a record of 10-0, with quality wins over playoff contender Notre Dame 24-22, and a tough Florida State team, 23-13. The Tigers rank 19th in offense, while their defense has been stellar, ranking seventh in the nation. Feng has the Tigers as the number two seed for this year’s playoffs, and head coach Dabo Swinney is eyeing a championship. 1.) Alabama Playing in the always challenging SEC, head coach Nick Saban has the Crimson
Tide in a favorable position. The team is 8-1 and has beaten four ranked opponents, including #2 LSU 30-16, but lost a tough game to Ole Miss 43-37 early in the season. The team is in a favorable spot due to their stellar defensive unit, which ranks fourth in the nation. The offense has been serviceable with junior running
back Derrick Henry running for 1,527 scrimmage yards and 19 touchdowns. Feng has Alabama as the number one seed, and the reasons are there to support it. Similar to last year, Alabama is for real this year. With a few games remaining in the season, anything can happen, meaning any of these teams could become champions.
Dylan & Nick’s
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Panthers @ Cowboys
Bears @ Packers
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Clemson quarterback DeShaun Watson has Clemson in contention for a National Championship.
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Integrity of NCAA questioned after recent scandal BY nick landolph
An organization already notorious for corruption, the NCAA has had numerous scandals lately that have tarnished their reputation. Louisville, one of the most prestigious basketball programs in the NCAA, is under attack after a report was released that sex and stripper parties were offered to recruits. Initially, most were pointing their fingers at Louisville head coach Rick Pitino. Following the reports regarding the team’s corrupt style of recruiting, Pitino apologized to Louisville fans saying, “[I am] sorry we all have to endure the pain of these allegations.”
However, many are now beginning to focus their attention to the NCAA. The NCAA has always been under attack for its refusal to compensate student athletes. Recent events such as the Louisville recruiting scandal have only added fuel to the fire. The NCAA is under attack by many critics, and they definitely have a reason to be upset. One problem with the NCAA is the unequal distribution of wealth. The powerful figures in the association control nearly all of the money, with the coaches making good salaries and the players making nothing. Life can be difficult when attempting to play a sport and succeed in college, and it can be even more difficult when
some of those athletes need to get Another problem with the NCAA jobs in order to eat and have a place is the process of recruiting. The to live. recent scandal that occurred in “If a company or someone Louisville has shed light on the was to use your likeness corruption in the recruiting process. then you should be compensated for it, at “[I am] sorry we all have the very least asked if your likeness can to endure the pain of these be used,” said former allegations.” UCLA star Ed -Rick Pitino O’Bannon. Like O’Bannon, many have called out to the NCAA In the past, programs have offered about compensating their athletes, everything from merchandise to and O’Bannon even sued the free or discounted vehicles. This association to get student athletes is a clear violation of NCAA paid. However, he couldn’t compete policy, however, they simply do with the NCAA’s dynamic team of not investigate programs as much lawyers, and the athletes are still as they should. Former college athletes, such as Jalen Rose, have without compensation. made it publicly known that almost every recruiting visit he had was against NCAA rules. However, the association is more focused on not paying their athletes than they are cracking down on illegal recruiting. Louisville not only went against NCAA policies, but also broke the law by offering prostitutes to their recruits. Situations like these are upsetting, especially to so many who love their college sports. Louisville alumni are heartbroken by this tragedy and are hoping that “I think that the NCAA their favorite team will be able to is hurting the players shed the negative label that they recently acquired. The program has who are trying to make united and are looking to tackle this their dreams come true.” problem. These two problems need to be Connor, 10 fixed. It is completely unfair for benefits to be offered to top recruits PHOTOS BY NICK LANDOLPH while the rest of the athletes are
What are your thoughts on the NCAA?
“The NCAA needs to clean up their act so we can all just enjoy sports again.” Zach, 12
“They have some problems, but I still love watching college sports.” Drew, 11
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Louisville coach Rick Pitino focuses on his team’s performance.
getting nothing but their education. In order to move forward, the NCAA needs to change its ways. “I think that changes need to be made. I am a huge fan of college sports, and I hate that there is constantly so much corruption in the NCAA,” said Brock Snowball, 9. As bad as this scandal is for Louisville and everyone involved, some good may come out of it. This is an eye-opening event that could bring about some changes to right the wrongs done by the NCAA. College sports have some of the most popular events on television. March Madness and the College Football Playoffs have millions of viewers all around the world, so hopefully the NCAA can clean up their act and move towards a brighter, less problematic future.
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BY ALEX JONES
Wadsworth High has had many talented and successful athletes throughout the years. Among those athletes is a talented and very accomplished cross country runner. Jon Bach, 12, started running when he was twelve years old in seventh grade and has been running ever since. He was always a good runner in middle school, but he never thought he would be quite where he stands today. In middle school, he always ran just to run and stay in shape. It was something that was fun for him. Once he reached high school, he started setting goals. These goals consisted of ranking top 25 in the state and running a PR (personal record) of 15:30. He worked hard to fulfill these goals. Bach ran hard everyday. He ran long runs on Sundays, and he pushed himself to be the best he could be. Track was a big help because it kept him running year round and allowed him to keep competing outside of cross country season. “He is a hard worker and good leader on our team. He pushes us day in and day out to be the best we can be,” said teammate Kyle Hibinger, 11. Although he came up a little short of these goals, Bach still
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Fall Sports 1st Team Award Winners Boys Cross country Jon Bach Kyle Hibinger Nick Miller Girls Cross Country Lindsey Leatherman Football Kyle Green Alex Jones Dan Weinerman Girls Golf Cecilia Ho
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Jon and Maddie, 12, pose for a picture at the Suburban League Championship meet.
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Jon, 12, chases down a regional-qualifying spot at the Medina District Tournament.
Boys Soccer Josh Zembas Cameron Mendel Josiah Sovine
achieved great accomplishments along the way. Among these accomplishments, his top five favorite achievements are placing 33rd and 44th in the state, placing fourth at the district meet, eighth at the regional meet, second in the Suburban League and running a time of 15:57. Bach had many people push him to be the best runner he could be, including his teammates and coaches, but his biggest inspiration is his dad. “He constantly kept me motivated to do my best and really made me want it. He would
always keep me updated on stats or how people were doing, and he would often remind me of what I needed to do to be the best runner I could be,” said Bach. Bach said his favorite cross country memory is qualifying for states his junior year. He did not expect to qualify that year, and it was a big surprise. “It was crazy running at the state level. I am not used to being surrounded by so many people for the whole race. Usually after the first mile, people either pull ahead or fall back, but there were
so many people that it was a constant clutter the whole race,” commented Bach. Bach excels in track as well, running the 3200 meter and the 4x800 meter relay. He was just short of qualifying for the state meet by a couple of seconds in the 2015 season and hopes to get there in the upcoming season this spring. This would make him a state level competitor in two sports. After high school, Bach hopes to continue his running career in college, whether it be for cross country or for track.
boys and girls. Boys Basketball The boys basketball team ended with a 14-10 record last season and looks to improve its record this year starting on Nov. 27 at Firestone High School. They are not looking for anything less than a Suburban League Championship title. “No one on our team has any varsity experience, but I know that we can compete and win. This season will be a great learning experience for everyone,” said Tony Hewitt, 10. Bowling Girls bowling finished last season with an overall record of 12-4, and boys bowling had a record of 10-6. They competed in the Greater Summit Conference last year, but they will now bowl in the Suburban League. “I’m most looking forward to the tournaments this year, especially the Baker Tournament. As a team, we have always been very competitive in this particular
tournament, so I am expecting us to be successful this year as well,” said Megan Stevens, 12. Girls Basketball The girls basketball team is looking to push it to the next level again this season, as they have lost in the regional finals for the past four years to Toledo Notre Dame. The whole starting lineup, minus Aubrey Virgin, will be returning this year, along with many other vital players. The team looks to keep their 75-0 Suburban League streak alive. Wrestling The wrestling team plans to continue its Suburban League streak of 24 straight titles. Brecksville looks to be a possible contender in the new league this season. Returning this year are two state placers, Noah Baughman, 12, and Joey Baughman, 10, along with many other outstanding wrestlers. Last year the wrestling program had an overall record of 12-1. They finished 5th out of 177 teams at the
The varsity boys basketball team takes their traditional photo in front of the bear located at the main entrance.
Girls Soccer Julia Horton Emily Arellano Girls Tennis Annie Nicholas Rylee O’Brien Volleyball Jodi Johnson
Diving into winter sports season
BY JODI JOHNSON
The 2015-2016 Winter sports season looks promising, even with the new Suburban League. Wrestling, gymnastics and girls basketball look to continue their streak of Suburban League championships, while boys basketball and swimming will strive to follow suit. Swimming & Diving This year the Wadsworth swim team will be adding a diving team. The diving team is unable to have any diving meets at home because we do not have the facility to do so. Returning this year for the boys are state qualifiers Joe Pavlak, 11, Josh Zembas, 12, Jake Brambaugh, 12, and alternate Anthony Loparo, 11. For the girls, District qualifier Haley Witschey, 12, returns this year, along with Amanda Toolis, 11, and Rachel Mierzejeski, 10. The season starts on Dec. 2 against Stow at home for both the
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State Tournament. The Grizzlies will kick off their season on Dec. 5 in the Blackstone Insurance Kick-off Klassic. Gymnastics Gymnastics ended its season last year with an undefeated record of 12-0 overall. The team competed in the North-East Gymnastics Conference last season and won it outright. This year, the team will compete in the North-East Gymnastics Conference and the
is a pre-game ritual that you have?
“I use Olivia Chaney’s deodorant.” -Alexa, 11
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Suburban League. Their first meet will take place at home on Dec. 7 against Sandy Valley, Hudson, Hoban and St. Vincent-St. Mary. Winter sports seek to start the new Suburban League with a bang. Wadsworth’s strong base of athletes hints at a potentially great season for all of the winter sports teams. Make sure to check out some winter sports events this season. The events schedule can be found on the WHS website.
is your main goal for
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“That is simple: to win a state title.” -Joey, 10
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Newest staff members shine under the spotlight Mr. Sieber Assistant Principal
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Science Teacher
“It is my community; it is where we chose to live for our children to go to Wadsworth schools.”
What made you want to come back and work at the high school?
“I had a great teaching job, and I had a lot to learn with that. However, I wanted a different kind of impact than that.”
“I always loved Wadsworth. My wife and I never moved from the community. This is a great community- the school, the kids, the whole thing. It was tough to leave the place I was at, though.”
What is your favorite thing about Wadsworth?
new teachers
What is your favorite thing about teaching a social studies course? “Depending on the course, every day is a little bit different. The students make each class different.”
What made you come and teach at Wadsworth?
What is the best thing about high school students?
“Fifteen years ago, looking for positions, Wadsworth was where I wanted to be. It just took me a bit to get here. Wadsworth is a great place.”
“Being part of a student’s transition through school up to graduation.”
What is your favorite thing about our school or community?
What are you looking forward to this school year? “Getting to know students as their teacher for a full year.”
“There are many things I like, but it is a very strong and very proud community. The support they provide for the school is amazing.”
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Mr. Romich Welcome You have been a part of Wadsworth for years. What made you want to come and teach in the district?
Why did you want to be an administrator rather than a teacher?
“The support of both the school and community, whether it is teachers helping out or community members asking if I need anything.”
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Mr. Jakab Social Studies Teacher
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Intervention Specialist
What is your favorite thing about your job? “Of course, working with the students.”
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“Wadsworth is an amazing community and an excellent school district.”
What is the best thing about working at the high school? “Again, working with the wonderful students. The students and the staff are the best at Wadsworth High School.”
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Tutor
What is your favorite thing about our school or community?
“My favorite thing is the students I work with. They are very hardworking and have helped me adjust to WHS.”
Why did you want to come to Wadsworth?
“My family moved here because of the great schools. We have been here almost thirty years.”
What is your favorite thing about being part of the faculty at WHS?
“Other teachers have been very helpful. I never taught at a high school before, so there has been a lot to learn.”
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United States Army veteran Captain Paul J. Stankich stands with his wife and his son at the end of Wadsworth High School’s annual Veterans Day assembly. BY MACIE CARMEL AND OLIVIA CHANEY
Every year on Nov. 11, Wadsworth High School takes the time to honor all who have served and are currently serving our country. The day started with the Veterans Day breakfast served by Student Council in the high school cafeteria. Ohio Congressman Jim Renacci made an appearance. Later, the veterans and their families were escorted in as the Wadsworth band performed a melody of
patriotic songs. This year, the assembly was a little bit different than usual. In past years, a Veterans Day video was played at the end of the assembly. This year, Wadsworth was fortunate enough to contact a primary source to speak in front of the veterans and students. Captain Paul J. Stankich came to speak to the students, staff and veterans about what it means to be an American and share some of his stories. Stankich is currently serving in the United States Army. He was born in Youngstown, Ohio,
and graduated from Boardman High School in 1999. With his countless accomplishments and awards, Stankich had many good stories to share along with advice to his fellow Americans. The main point that Stankich stressed throughout the assembly was to live a good life. “A common statement made by Americans is that we are better than everyone else,” Stankich stated. “This is actually a fact.” Stankich went on to talk about what it means to be an American. “Standing up for the weak.
That is what it means to be an American. Be humble, but be proud. Millions have died and millions are continuing to fight. The least we could do as Americans is vote,” Stankich continued. It is a common misconception that the only way an American can serve is to sign up for the military and put on a uniform. Stankich made sure to mention that this is not the case. “It is possible to serve without uniform,” Stankich informed the students and staff. Another topic that Stankich frequently mentioned throughout his speech was how we are all equal Americans. He made it clear that we work as a team, and every effort from every American citizen is extremely vital to maintain a healthy and free nation. “If you hurt, I hurt. If you are doing bad, I am doing bad,” Stankich said. Stankich left students feeling more patriotic than ever. With
his second appearance at a Wadsworth school Veterans Day assembly, he really knew how to appeal to the students and staff. “I think that Wadsworth High School did a really good job at giving the veterans the respect that they deserve. I think students can really learn from Captain Paul J. Stankich,” said Olivia Kirven, 10. Captain Stankich told the crowd that there is no better way to honor veterans than to ask questions. “Not the close and personal questions that no one wants to answer. Ask us for stories. We are proud to serve our country, and we want to share what we do,” he stated. Students and staff hope that in the upcoming years, Wadsworth will be fortunate enough to have a speaker at the assembly. Wadsworth would like to cordially thank Stankich and all of those who have served for the betterment of our country.
Brandt informs students about drug tragedies BY MACIE CARMEL AND OLIVIA CHANEY
An ongoing question that plagues the community is why students continue to use opiates and other prescription drugs if they know the consequences can only be negative. That question was discussed during the assembly held second period on Nov. 4. As stated in last month’s story on the outbreak of heroin in Wadsworth, teachers and officials around Wadsworth are cracking down on the abuse of deadly drugs. The significance of the recent assemblies related to other opiates is to bring awareness to the citizens living in our community on how to deal with drug addictions and to prevent another loss of a life. The most recent assembly was a little bit different than the past ones held at Wadsworth High School. Instead of having a teacher or member of the Wadsworth High School staff preach to the students to not do drugs, an outside individual was brought in to share his story and experiences with recovering addicts and users. Guest speaker Rob Brandt visited Wadsworth High School on an early Friday morning to share his stories dealing with not only prescription drugs but also Wadsworth’s most prominent and life threatening drugheroin. Rob Brandt is a father of three.
His son’s addiction started off with prescription pills from when he got his wisdom teeth taken out. The painkillers became an every day need for his son, Robby. After Robby became addicted to the pills, he went on to become a
educate students on how to cope and deal with drug use. “I am not going to sit here and tell you not to do drugs,” Brandt said in an effort to keep the students’ interest. As he went on to tell the student body his reason for being there, he continued to stay “Drug use starts minor. away from scaring the As time goes on, these students by lecturing. minor drug offenses start to Many students felt that his form of giving become life threatening.” information came -Rob Brandt across more sincerely than most of the ways frequent user of marijuana. that have been presented in the past. In Oct. 2010, Robby decided to “His way of informing us was much sober up in order to attend boot camp more effective than past assembly to be in the United States Army. lectures. I think it is important for After his return from boot camp, students to take this topic more he was introduced to heroin by an seriously. People are dying every day old friend. It was not long after his from drug abuse and more attention introduction to this deadly drug that his needs to be brought to this problem,” addiction started to affect his behavior. said Lindsay Carr, 10. At this point, Robby’s family began Brandt’s focus was mainly set on to question him about it. Robby felt a inner self work rather than trying to relief telling his family. He began to engrave the idea that drugs are bad into look for help and was taken to a rehab the minds of the kids. facility. Brandt went on to engage students Not long after being released from by hitting close to home. Four students rehab, Robby relapsed and lost his were put on the screen at the front of the battle with drug use on Oct. 21, 2011. PAC, and each student had a different After his son died of a heroin story. overdose, Rob Brandt and his family Each student’s story had to deal formed Robby’s Voice, a community- with bad decisions, and how one little based organization that helps battle mistake can be life threatening. drug and alcohol use. Brandt purposely avoided telling the Brandt travels to various schools to students not to do drugs. He claims this
is not an efficient way of reaching out to the students. Instead, he told the students how making good decisions versus making bad decisions can positively affect their lives and put them towards the better path of life. “I found the assembly very emotional. Average students are dying every day. The assembly opened
up my and many others’ eyes to the severity of drug abuse throughout our community,” said Bailey Brandenburg, 11. With the hopes of positively influencing the students of Wadsworth High School, Brandt concluded the assembly by informing the students on ways to deal with these life threatening problems.
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Rob Brandt shares his stories and advice with Wadsworth High School students on different drug uses.
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November Students of the Month
Q: Why did the turkey cross the road twice? A: To prove he wasn’t chicken!
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Twitter Names of the Month Carly @Carwee
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Fact of the Month Each year, the average American eats somewhere between 16 - 18 pounds of turkey.
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Blake, 11, is the proud owner of the notorious “Swag Wagon.” This 2003 Hyundai Elantra has become a legend in the high school parking lot. Hallas has spent more money on maintenance and repairs than on the actual car itself. “It is a piece of junk,” said Hallas, 11. One of Hallas’ baseball teammates, Cameron Deemer, 12, is the one who coined the name “Swag Wagon.” Deemer painted the infamous name on the car, and it has yet to come off. Despite all of his friends telling him to sell the car, Hallas shows no intent of selling it. The Swag Wagon is here to stay.
Trends of the Month
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Jake, 12, and Stellan, 12, proudly wear their favorite jerseys. Jersey Thursday has become a popular trend at WHS since the school year commenced.
November Career Tech Students of the Month
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Song of the Month
Movie of the Month
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Some of Wadsworth’s choir members pose in their favorite autumn flannels. Flannels have become a very popular trend in the high school this month.
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“Hello” by Adele
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N ovember 2015
What w as you worst r Black F riday experi ence?
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“I went Black Friday shopping with my family and saw two ladies running through the store to get to the video games.” -Cameron, 10
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“I went to the mall with my friend and got in an argument with another lady over a pair of shoes that I wanted.” -Molly, 10
eu ad ce n he “I went Black Friday shopping with my grandma in North Carolina, and we drove 3 hours round trip to a store to find out that what she wanted was gone.” -Zach 12
“The stuffing because you do not get it very often, and it has very good flavors.” -Mr. Larry Kaufman
“Pumpkin pie because I love sweets.” - Mr. John Burton
“The stuffing because my mom makes the best stuffing.” -Mrs. Jodi Bowers
“ The desserts because I just love working them off on the treadmill the next day.” -Mrs. Lisa Smith
“Sweet potato pie because my mom used to let me arrange the mini marshmallows.” -Mrs. Anne Rosenberger
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“When I was at Kohl’s for Black Friday, I saw someone steal a pair of socks.” -Angela 11
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