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FOX Sports Net broadcasts Homecoming game victory BY ERIN CONLEY

As the sun set over Art Wright Stadium and anxious fans crowded the stands on the ﬁrst Thursday in October, the FOX Sports Net cameras caught every grueling moment of the Grizzlies’ ﬁght to conquer Green, which ended in an incredible victory of 24-21. Following a ten year tradition of broadcasting high school football games in Northeast Ohio, Home Team Marketing Classic Teleproductions, along with Fox Sports Net, chose the Grizzlies to host the game of the week. Wadsworth High School was honored with the opportunity to broadcast the Homecoming game and display the school’s extracurricular activities. A contribution of $1,500 was also given to the athletic department for its participation in the program. On the evening of October 5, viewers all over the state watched as the Grizzlies kicked off their game in NFL fashion. Viewers

unable to get to the game were able to catch a half-hour pre-game show highlighting both Grizzly and Bulldog football. Some of the highlights included interviews with running back Dru Jones and Coach Greg Dennison. Between the ﬁrst and second quarter, a brief ceremony honored Wadsworth alumni Drew Saylor and Andy Sonnanstine for their superior achievements in baseball. “I think it was great exposure for the Grizzlies. It showed the entire state how great Wadsworth really is,” said junior Joe Goddard. Although the purpose of the broadcast was dedicated mainly to football, interceptions and touchdowns were not the only things caught on tape. Spirits soared as the band took center stage and ﬂawlessly performed renditions of “Play that Funky Music” and “Johnny Be Good.” The trombone players also stole the crowd’s attention with their infamous blindfolded suicide rou-

Fox Sports Net cameras captured all of the action on the night of the Homecoming game as the Grizzlies defeated the Bulldogs 24 to 21. PHOTO BY RYAN RENACCI

tine. A sideline interview with seniors Jen Uhl and Aimey Reynolds allowed time for the volleyball team to discuss their season and their goals for the future. Other school sports and extracurricular activities were also promoted throughout the game, along with the presentation of the Home-

coming king and queen, Andrew Gray and Holland Bailey. By the end of the fourth quarter, the scoreboard displayed the Grizzlies’ winning score of 24-21 as the Wadsworth student section poured onto the ﬁeld enthusiastically to celebrate their broadcasted victory. With the success of the home-

BY ABIGAIL LEDMAN

that is the equivalent of the freshman class. The administration hired an independent enrollment projection company to ﬁgure an assessment of students. “By the year 2011, an estimated 1900 students will enroll at WHS if the population continues to increase at its steady rate. That calls for a solution,” said Williams.

coming game, Wadsworth High School has high hopes that Home Team Marketing Classic Teleproductions and Fox Sports Net will be making an annual visit. “It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity for the school and the fans,” said Athletic Director Steve Moore.

New year introduces Renovation in sight for high school new policies, staff BY MICHELLE MCCUNE

As students once again ﬁll the halls of Wadsworth High School, changes enacted by the administration over the summer begin to take effect. New scheduling requirements, a stricter dress code, a new method of purchasing lunches, and an exchange of personnel on the staff are some of the many changes students have noticed. The most drastic difference has been the removal of the traditional monetary system of purchasing lunches. A new computerized version took effect in late September. This has both the advantages of pre-paying for lunches and anonymity for students who have special diets or receive discounted or free lunches. However, the disadvantage of a slower lunch line is what stands out to the majority. “What happened to good old cash registers? If it isn’t broke,

don’t ﬁx it,” said senior Adam Zaleha. While this sentiment is echoed by many students, especially those who dread the long lines pasta bar and other popular lunches bring, the administration believes that this “Point of Sale,” program will eventually streamline the process. Another difference is the requirements students will face if they wish to take Advanced Placement courses. Juniors interested in taking either AP Government or AP Economics during their senior year must ﬁrst take the academic courses. The purpose of this move was to prepare students for a college course the way a college student would be prepared. Mr. Ramizi Shepherd, an American Government teacher, feels this is a very positive move. “I was one of the people who pushed hard for that,” said Shepherd. See Changes, 17

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From leaky ceilings to cold hallways to crowded classrooms, the timeworn Wadsworth High School shows a definite need for improvement. An estimated 50 community members and six students were invited to attend a meeting on September 20 to discuss just that. Those who were selected assembled with the administration in order to determine and consider the needs for renovation. While taking a tour of the school, the group noted major problem areas. Although no definite decisions have been made, the need for more space, classrooms, better security, and a larger cafeteria were among the several topics discussed. “Space. We’re running out of space,” said Principal Brian Williams, discussing the drastically increasing number of students entering the high school’s halls each and every year. In the past five years, the high school has gained 300 students;

piece, the proposed renovation needs to be viewed legitimate to all members of the community. “There needs to be better control of temperature because classrooms have too much of a difference,” said senior Bryan Shriver. It is a great possibility to go from sweatshirt to t-shirt to winter coat all within a time frame of three class periods simply by traveling to a different hall “Space. We’re running out of in the high school. Hence, a large want expressed by the space.” students is proper heating and air conditioning. -Principal Williams “The heating during the This will not be the ﬁrst time winter and the air conditioning in the high school has received a the summer could be better,” said makeover. In fact, since the build- senior Bianca Malone. ing ﬁrst broke ground in 1958, Even though actual renovathere have been 17 additions. tion isn’t anticipated until 2011 One thing not among those or 2012, with its 16 hour-per-day additions, however, is the water use, the high school is in dire need main. This pipe is the original of repair right now. line inserted 50 years ago. Aged “Wadsworth High School and worn, this channel is the should be the showpiece of our cause for several electrical and district,” said Williams. “Sadly, plumbing issues. it is currently the only building Whether the school is torn needing attention.” down or refurbished piece by

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Entertainment, 13

Community, 17

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Editorial

October 2006

Editorial

Appreciation often overlooked Safety and security are similar aspects of our lives that have become more prominent in importance throughout the past few years. Inciting the higher safety and security standards, the constant unsettling events reported to us through the media have made the world seem like a dreary place. Yet, here in Wadsworth, there is seldom news similar to that which we hear around the world. We seem to be sheltered from such atrocities, yet whenever something devastating occurs, wherever it may be, a reminder is sent out to the majority of people to appreciate what they have. We at The Bruin have noticed how people recognize the good things in life only when something bad disrupts the placidity of normal life. Since we expect certain blessings to be everyday life, we only recognize them when they are gone. This act of taking things for granted is a bad habit. In the past ten years, there have

been 45 school shootings, the most recent being the massacre in the single-roomed Amish school in Pennsylvania. Along with the recent turmoil in the Barberton schools’ faculty, there is more of a realization of not only our good fortune but also our vulnerability. In 2005, there were 39,189 fatal car accidents across the nation. It is safe to assume that not one of those people planned on dying that day. These numbers are not displayed to provide support for paranoia about death, but rather to provide support for appreciation of life. When put into perspective, nearly any situation can be perceived brighter. From our perspective here at The Bruin, our community is worth taking time out of the day to be appreciated. It is a shame to hear all of the sadistic events in the world, but it may be an even bigger shame that we rely on those events to remind us to give a little appreciation to what we actually have.

The Brewin’ Debate Should teachers be allowed to limit the number of times a student can use the restroom each semester? YES

BY LAURA ARCH

Day after day there is a select group of students that abuse the phrase “I need to use the restroom.” Whether they need to or not, they make up the excuse just to blow off a few minutes of class. This is a huge inconvenience to teachers because they must stop class and sign a handbook for the student to leave the room. Although teachers do have the right to limit restroom trips each semester, they should not be allowed to punish students by taking points away for going over the allowed times. Instead, teachers should make students come in early in the morning or after school to make up the time that they decided to take out of the teacher’s day. Students abuse the privilege of using the restroom for many reasons, such as ﬁnishing a homework assignment that they forgot to do, using their cell phones to call family or home, or listening to music in the bathroom. These are just a few reasons why teachers have a just reason to limit the number of times a student can use the restroom each semester.

Limiting the number of times a student can use the restroom is unfair. When teachers put a limit on the number of times a student can use the restroom, it is similar to them telling a student he cannot “do his business” when he is about to explode. There is no way teachers can fully understand how bad the person has to go unless they are the person who is asking to use the restroom. For instance, it is unfair when teachers offer extra credit to students if they do not use the passes they are given at the beginning of each grading period. Where is the sense in that? That is unfair to the kids who have to use the restroom in an emergency, but also need the extra credit to bring their grade from a B to an A. Students do not abuse the privilege of using the restroom. Many students have to go to the bathroom very badly, but teachers have no way to tell if they are being honest or not. All of us should take into consideration that using the restroom is a way of life and students should not be denied that option.

Letters to the Editor I really like The Bruin. It is great. It keeps me updated on everything that is going on in the school. -Chad Baughman, 10 I think the new rule that you are not allowed to wear the football jerseys is REALLY dumb. Wearing the jerseys shows school spirit and support. It was a tradition that has been passed on for a long time and it should not be stopped. Please let us wear the jerseys again! -Tina Lungaro, 10 I have noticed over the years that Pokemon cards and gameboys are not around. It is

really frustrating because I am a huge fan/collector of Pokemon and Gameboy gaming. You will always ﬁnd me at Trade N’ Play gaming with my buddies Randel Lesson and Chuck E. Lane. You will walk through the door and the ﬁrst thing you will hear is “Charmander, Go!” I am just going through a rough time because my Charizard will not get to 100 hp. -Andy O’Brien, 11 So far this year, the Bruin staff is doing a really great job! I loved hearing Nicholas Burton on the announcements when the sale for Bruin cards was going on. I bought one! -Aly Stano, 11

I do not like the new idea of having to punch our ID’s in before getting a lunch. It takes too long and I really want my shells and cheese with fries! Let’s go back to our old ways! -Matt Wenger, 12 The tailgaters need more support from the student body. There are a lot of people that go to the football games that could stop by and tailgate, too. We need more student spirit. -Timothy Cavanaugh, 11 What the heck is up with the vending machines this year? First of all, there are not any skittles and second of all, the prices were raised way too high! I miss being able to afford food in the vending machines. -Toni Rock, 12 I think as long as we do not make a mess, students should be allowed to eat during study halls. After all, it is your own time! -Derek Bonzo, 11 You guys do a great job! Keep up the good work. Don’t let me down! -Lindsay Brewer, 12 I think no changes should be made to the Bruin. I have no complaints at the moment. -Mike Skinner, 11

Bruin Staff Editor-in-chief: Brad Mueller Associate Editor-in-chief: Ryan Renacci Front Page: Page Editor: Michelle McCune Reporters: Abigail Ledman, Erin Conley Editorial: Page Editor: Zack Budinscak Reporter: Laura Arch Music 1: Page Editor: Kat Little Reporter: Justin Mesick Music 2: Page Editor: Zach Berger Reporter: Dan Costello Speakout: Page Editor: Nick Jack Reporter: Tom Kaminski Opinion 1: Page Editor: Warren Bates Reporter: Simon Russell Opinion 2: Page Editor: Carly McNutt Reporter: Brittani Peltz Features: Page Editor: Aaron Krumheuer Reporter: Mike Hoover News: Page Editor: Drew Knight Reporters: Amanda Hoover Picture Page: Page Editor: Alex Serfass Reporter/Photographer: Dave Kipfer Entertainment: Page Editor: Jesse Mooney Reporter: Nick Burton Variety Page: Page Editor: Brooke Babyak Reporters: Rachel Hudson, Jenny Harsh Sports 1: Page Editor: Molly Brazier Reporter: Matt Snodgrass Sports 2: Page Editor: Benjamin Dee Reporter: Josh Snyder Community: Page Editor: Britt Busson Reporter: Jill Edmonds Arts and Clubs: Page Editor: Zach Berger Reporter: Dan Costello Ads/Business Manager: Garrett Weinekie Asst.: Matt Sarlouis Copy Editors: Laura Myers Marketing Editor: Kristi Havens Adviser: John Gramuglia

BY ZACK BUDINSCAK

I think that we should be able to have more freedom in our study halls. Do not get me wrong, I fully believe in quiet study halls so people can get their work done, but not being able to sleep quietly? What is the harm in that? -Morgan Burgner, 9 I have over 1,000 complaints. -Nick Miller, 11 Personally, I miss how the middle school’s hallways were less crowded. -Kristen O’Brien, 9 I disagree with the current dress code. I understand that we need to have a set of rules to keep how we dress under control, but what is wrong with pants with holes below the knee? You see that skin through the holes when girls wear skirts or when boys wear shorts. I think we need to look into that. -BreAnna Casalinova, 10 We need a new school! -Taylor Smith, 11 I miss seeing my whole grade at lunch and the middle school lunch system. -Sam Gearhart, 9 We need more support at the boys’ and girls’ soccer games! Everyone come. Chad Flath, 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

3 Pluto voted out of solar system October 2006

From your principal

Welcome back to the 2006-2007 school year. I am very proud of all our students and staff for the wonderful start we have had to this school year. Grizzly spirit is high, and we are thinking playoffs for many of our athletic teams. This past weekend our Grizzly football team defeated Green. We had a very successful bonﬁre, and Wadsworth High School was represented very well on FOX Sports. I want to thank everyone who made this past weekend so successful. It’s great to be a Grizzly! The end of the ﬁrst grading period is fast approaching. I would encourage all students to keep working hard and remember, the grades you earn today will follow you for a lifetime. GO GRIZZLIES!! Mr. Williams

BY AMANDA HOOVER

“My very educated mother just served us nine pizzas;” this could be just a sentence, but it is also the mnemonic that most science classes have used to memorize the order of the nine planets. Soon enough, there will be an updated mnemonic that excludes Pluto because scientists have recently stated that Pluto will not be classified as a planet anymore. “Pluto has been voted off the island,” said astronomer Mike Brown of the California Institute of Technology in Pasadena. Pluto has made its way into the “dwarf” planet category, which is a category that includes the planets that are too far from Earth to be classified as part of the solar system. The dwarf category is one of the largest categories that scientists have and it will keep growing as more and more planets and asteroids are discoverd. “I am going to miss Pluto because when we said the mnuemonic, it had the most fun name to say,” said sophomore Caitlin Russell. Throughout the years, scientists have had a tough time coming up with a scientific definition for the word “planet.” Recently, after Pluto was rejected from the solar system, scientists finally came up with a definition that should be used for years. A fullfledged planet is an object that orbits the sun and is large enough to become round due to the force of its own gravity.

Ohio will be going through a major change on November 7. Bob Taft’s term as Governor is up, and either Ted Strickland or Ken Blackwell will take his place. With many of our seniors eligible to vote, The Bruin has decided to highlight issues of importance. Below is each issue and the stances of the two candidates.

election 2006

Ted Strickland (D) Plans to use state money to provide college saving accounts for students

Issue

Ken Blackwell (R)

Remove tuition caps and stop state fundCollege ing of schools, and Funding instead fund scholarships for students who can’t afford college.

Supports an increase Opposes an increase from the current wage, Minimum in current wage, citciting that a year of ing inﬂation and job Wage the current wage is loss. Supports cuts in under poverty level property tax. Opposed to abortions Pro-life, but believes in all situations and in an exception if the would like to illegalAbortion life of the mother is in ize the procedure in danger Ohio Plans to provide a Supports parents’ right fair start by giving to choose public, charteachers technology Education ter, or home schooling, needed for the next and wants to expand generation the voucher program

- Laura Myers

- Garrett Weinecke

In addition, a planet has to dominate the neighborhood around its orbit. Pluto is just all around too small. Pluto’s gravitational force is not strong enough to make it big enough or round enough to be classified under scientists’ new definition of “planet.” Pluto’s largest moon, Charon, is only about half the size of Pluto, while all the “true” planets are far larger than their moons. Also, planets that dominate their surrounding neighborhood sweep up asteroids, comets, and other debris that clears a path along their orbit. Pluto’s orbit is a bit untidy. “It is going to be hard to find a new planet,” said Brown. “You will have to find a planet as big as Mars. Finding a new planet will really mean something.” Scientists are still trying to confirm this new definition because there are some questions and uncertainties about it. Planetary scientist Andy Cheng says that the definition is ambiguous because it has not answered the question “How round is round?” As for now, the definition will

The picture above shows part of Pluto (center) and its “moon” Charon (right). The other moon can be seen in the far left. PHOTO COURTESY OF NATIONALGEOGRAPHIC.COM.

have to do until all scientists come to an agreement of what makes a planet a planet and how round is round. As scientists take their time to ﬁnalize the new deﬁnition of “planet,” factories will be busy making new science books. Eventually every school will be teaching new information about the

solar system which will exlcude any explanation about Pluto. Scientists hope that in the near future, a new planet will have taken Pluto’s place in the solar system. It is hard to say when and how that will happen, but hopes are high on it taking place soon. Pluto has been voted off the island.

Cafeteria makes changes for better BY DREW KNIGHT

A new school year marks the departure of old students and teachers and the arrival of new ones. School lunches, though, seem to be the same since the beginning of time. Now, after long-standing cafeteria director Ellory Patterson retired, the cafeteria is under the direction of Jennifer Knapp. Under this new leadership, the school is taking a healthier approach to providing the school with lunch. “I want it to be much more than school lunch. There is so much room and opportunity in regards to nutrition,” said Knapp of her upcoming plans. With a background as a Registered Dietician and a master’s degree in business and administration, Knapp plans to fulﬁll the Ohio Department of Health’s mandates while adding as much variety as possible. Along with a greater variety, Knapp wants to implement a student advisory panel to communicate with the student body. “If the food is not good quality, you need to let us know in a polite way,” said Knapp. Yet students still continue to bicker about the variety in the vending machines. “I miss Sour Patch Kids, Now and Laters, and Starbursts,” said senior Chris Glockner of the lack of sugary treats. “All confectioners (sweet preparation of fruit or the like as a preserved candy) are banned by the local district wellness committee,” said Knapp. Selling this assortment of candy is out of the school’s control. Another debate buzzing amongst the students is the new lunch code system. The cash registers are now based on a point of sales computer. Each student has

creases the conﬁdentiality for the students.” While some students are still unwelcoming to the new system, others are open to a new approach to buying the school lunch. “It is more electronic, and I am all for technology!” said senior Lindsay Brewer. If you do have a suggestion for the school lunch staff, you should not hesitate to inform them. “Students are A cafeteria employee checks students out of lunch line. customers and are PHOTO BY DREW KNIGHT important to us,” plaints of the new system. said Knapp. “We respect them as “We are building a foundation; they respect us!” right now, the lines may be long, The school lunch system may but each day they will continue to be changing, but sometimes get faster,” she said. “It [also] in- change is not a bad thing. to enter their student identiﬁcation number before they pay. “There’s no point to it!” said sophomore Sultan Ahmed. Knapp disagrees with the com-

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I think that you should be able to talk in study hall. That would make doing homework more enjoyable. It would also make school, as a whole, more enjoyable. Maybe more students would not nag about going to school as much if this rule were to be made. -Amber 9

Students:

I want to be able to carry around crackers and Jif Peanut Butter whenever I please. That would make the school day magniﬁcent. -Nick Neary, 12

Well, let me think. If I could make or change a rule in the school, I would allow the seniors to turn up the volume on the jukebox. If we want to listen to loud music, we should be allowed to do so. Nahh Meannnn! -Ben McMillan, 12

-Miss Chase

I would love to teach cosmetology. I cut and color my own hair. I also love to play Barbies with my granddaughters so I can play with their hair. I had thought about becoming a hair stylist years ago, but the thought of smelling permanent wave solution day in and day out changed my mind. -Sra. Mateos

Family Living! Because every day would be another world famous Robinson family favorite meal!

If I had the opportunity I would make my own rule. It would be to allow pet sheep to graze in the courtyard. I love sheep. -Keith Cooper, 11

I would repair the men’s restroom and locker rooms. It gets so smelly and we are in there all the time. I would build a newer, nicer courtyard with ferris wheels, ﬁve plasma televisions, and a life-size monopoly gameboard with life size markers. I would bring our high lunch prices down to a bare minimum, as well. This is why, WHS Student Body, I should be class president, and maybe even President of the United States. -Dru , 11

-Amanda Pallija, 9

If you could make or change a rule in the school, what would it be and why? No justice, no peace! -Matt Wenger, 12

Since my boyfriend goes to Norton High School and I am totally in love with him, I think seniors should have an hour-long lunch during which we are allowed to leave the school. I would leave the school every single day to visit my lovey dovey oochi coochie itsy bitsy cutie patutie love ball, Shawny. I would ﬁght for his love. -Sara Bowen, 12

I would love to teach nutrition and wellness; that way I would never need to cook myself dinner again. I would have plenty of students to do it for me!

I think we should be allowed to have holes in our jeans because there’s nothing wrong with them. It is not a distraction to learning as long as they are not in inappropriate places.

Speakout

I would want to make the rule that all students at WHS could drink pop in the halls between classes. I can never get enough Mountain Dew! -Jake 10

We should not have to come to school until 11:00 a.m. every day. Then we would not be as tired every morning. That way we would learn more at school. -Eric Speicher and Erich Rommel, 9

I would change the rule about not being allowed to wear cut off shirts. I want to show off my muscular, ripped, beautiful arms so I can get all the ladies! -Kyle Davis, 10

Teachers:

It would be Newspaper 3! Because if Coach G can do it, so could a monkey. -Mr. Thompson

I would love to teach physical education so I could show Matt Wenger and Ryan Bednar how to play football without getting hurt. I would also like to teach physics so I could ﬁnally understand quantum physics and build my own time machine.

Nothing - What could be more fun, more exciting, more thought provoking than teaching math? Although, sometimes I do think I need to get a life. -Mrs. Haskins

-Mr. Hamilton

If you could teach any other class, besides your own, what would it be and why?

-Mr. Robinson Science - Why? With a lab coat I would look like a bald, old, crazy scientist!

I love teaching science but would like to be the teacher’s aid teacher. I had teacher’s aid when I went to high school and I really enjoyed it. -Mr. Goddard

-Mr. Kibler

Why would I ever want to teach anything else? Wait, I know! Newspaper, so I can send my students out roaming the halls looking for story ideas. -Mrs. Baxley

I would teach a class that utilizes the latest computer software, assists students with assignments in high school, prepares students for careers, and offers me interaction with my students. Wait a minute! I’m already teaching my dream classes! -Mrs. Van Dyke

Features

October 2006

France trip opens students’ minds on travel, culture BY AARON KRUMHEUER

There are many misconceptions and stereotypes about France. Some believe the entire nation hates America or that its citizens go out of their way to act rudely to tourists visiting their country. After the school’s trip to France this summer, many French students would disagree. “For the most part, French stereotypes are untrue,” said junior Caitlin Douglas. A group of ﬁfteen students and three chaperones attended the excursion this past July that took them around the countryside to different spots around France to experience the sights and sounds of its culture. They visited some of the country’s major cities, including Paris, Nice, and Monaco, in the hot and humid weather of the region. The students saw famous paintings in the Louvre, relaxed on the beaches of the French Riviera, and wandered through the cathedral of Notre Dame on a Roman

holiday that covered ten days of ceaseless sightseeing. They met locals and fellow travelers on the street. Some, when hearing the students speaking English, stopped to tell them their opinions about President Bush; others stopped just to talk. Much of the day was scheduled with NETC Travel Agency, a bureau that escorts school groups on European vacations. Their tour guide was a speedy British woman who ushered the group through such attractions as a chocolate factory and a famous perfume shop, stopping only to provide commentary on the landmarks that they passed. Although breakfast and dinner were eaten together as part of a food plan, the group could break off with their friends and eat lunch wherever they pleased. This time was also used for getting away from the party with a few friends to explore the city. Some chose to play the part of the jet set for a day; they sipped coffee in small cafés with a view

‘Sleepy Hollow’ sure to bring fright before Halloween

of the Eiffel tower or windowshopped through some of Paris’s poshest fashion boutiques. As for the misconception that the French are rude to tourists, junior Erin Conley disagrees. “To me, people in France are nicer than in the U.S.,” said Conley. The group described feeling welcome and comfortable in the foreign cities that they visited, a feeling different and more exotic than ones felt at home. “It was the best time of my life. I would give anything to go back,” said Douglas. “Nine days just was not enough.” To the dismay of these young tourists, the trip was soon over. However, the experience proved enlightening. They seemed to have discovered that a country is not just the sum of its stereotypes; it is a place that is as unique and interesting as those who inhabit it. Along with learning much about French culture, the group took with them many fond memories of their travels.

French students visited the Eiffel tower in Paris along with other famous landmarks on their trip to France this past summer. PHOTO BY KEVIN VAN LIEROP

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Fall children’s play set to kick off drama department’s production year BY MIKE HOOVER

The high school children’s play “Legend of Sleepy Hollow” will ﬁttingly be performed by the Drama Club before Halloween this year. The three main roles are fulﬁlled by high school students, although there are also elementary school students in the performance. Sophomore Nathan Ott plays schoolmaster Icabod Crane; his rival, Abraham “Brom Bones” Van Brunt is played by Dylan Ruff, also a sophomore. The men compete for the love of Katrina Van Tassel, played by sophomore Jackie Meyer. Mrs. Haskins, director of the children’s play, is quite excited for the performance. “It’s all about the kids,” said Haskins. After a production, she explained, there is nothing more satisfying for her than to hear about the great job all the students did.

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Her favorite part of a successful production is simply seeing her kids succeed. Haskins, who has been directing plays at WHS for 20 years, admits that there is also a downside to putting on a performance. “Paperwork,” she sighed. “It’s a pain!” However, she describes this as a minor downside and easily offset by the great feelings of a successful performance. Special thanks are also given to the senior members of the cosmetology department, who will be doing the hair of characters in the play. The dates of performance are October 26 and 28 at 7:00 p.m. in O.J. Work Auditorium. Tickets, which will be available at the door, cost $5 for adults and $3 for students. Senior citizens will be admitted to the performance at no charge. There will also be a 9 a.m. presentation on October 27 that will take place in front of the students and staff of Central Intermediate School. Soon after the performance of “Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” the drama department will perform the fall drama “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

Favorite Teacher: Mrs. Khoury Advice for others: “Get involved in whatever you can and try to be wellrounded. Don’t limit yourself by what other people think.”

Name: Rachel Favorite Teachers: Mrs. North and Mrs. Barlow Advice for others: Don’t compromise your beliefs for anyone or anything!

Best High School Memory: Setting a new stadium and meet record in the Pole Vault relay at the Bedford Meet

Name: Ryan Future Plans: Attend a four year university and then go to medical school. Favorite Teachers: Mr. Schmeltzer and Mrs. Barlow

Opinion 1 6 Steve Irwin leaves his mark on society October 2006

On that fateful Monday morning, Labor Day in fact, I double clicked on my Internet Explorer icon and SIMON w i t n e s s ed OPINION STAFF the terrible news. Steve Irwin had died the day before after being stabbed in the heart by a stingray. I almost forgot to breathe. Steve Irwin’s untimely death has led to many different reactions. Many organizations have opened up wildlife funds and such. Other people have acted to the extreme. Australian coast guard and local lifeguards have found dead stingrays on beaches. Authorities have deduced that people have cut off the tails and killed stingrays in response to Irwin’s death. Unfortunately, killing stingrays is not what Steve Irwin would have wanted. He was an animal

and environmental conservationist ever since he could walk. Steve’s mom and dad taught him to have a deep respect for all wildlife, and it was clear from a young age that Steve’s affinity with animals was a natural gift. Steve’s cherished first pet was a twelve foot Scrub Python! Irwin and his wife, Terri, joined the Australia Zoo in 1991. From that day on, the zoo flourished with wildlife and a larger audience who became attracted to Irwin’s knack for animals. Without him, the zoo will not have as much impact on wildlife than when Irwin was alive. The news of Irwin’s death spread like wildfire. People from all around the globe mourned his death. There were funeral services for him in Australia, but many people in other countries held memorial services for him. Even people in our school have been affected by this tragedy. “I’m not sure if I can believe it,” said senior Zach Thoma. “I believe he is invincible, some sort of superhuman. I bet he’s chillin

With eleven minutes left in the fourth quarter of the WadsworthGreen football game, Green rallied back WARREN from a 17 OPINION STAFF point deﬁcit to make the score 24-21, with Wadsworth in the lead. But even this disheartening blow from the opponent could not silence Wadsworth’s fans. Through their fanatical expressions of support, the crowd succeeded in motivating the team and giving them the push they needed to keep Green at bay. But this crowd was unlike those in previous weeks. Frequently throughout the season the crowds have been sparse and timid, in stark contrast to the crowd at the Green football game. Is this newfound intensity merely a show, put on by a crowd hoping to impress the FSN news team covering the game? I’d like to think that Wadsworth may have just realized they have something to be proud of in their community, but that remains to be seen. The enthusiasm problem is not exclusive to football, however. Some “secondary” sports, like volleyball and tennis, have little

or no community support. It may be difﬁcult for a non-sports enthusiast to imagine, but playing in front of a silent or non-existent crowd is difﬁcult. The importance of fan participation and crowd support is acknowledged relentlessly, and this factor is not just a ploy to make the fans feel wanted. The lack of support occasionally even extends to the halls of our school. When walking the halls on game day, a student can almost count on hearing a negative comment being made about Wadsworth teams. What sense does it make to oppose a team from your own school? In some less widely supported sports, athletes cannot even count on their parents and family to back

Shown here is Steve Irwin routinely feeding another dangerous crocodile. PHOTO COURTESY OF AUSTRALIA ZOO

in the outback with Tupac and Elvis eating a bloomin onion.” Even the epic mathematics teacher Mrs. Haskins had something to say about Irwin’s sudden death. “When I heard that Irwin had died, I was completely surprised. I always knew him for doing dan-

gerous things, but I never thought it would amount to this,” she said. Haskins went on to say that she actually went scuba diving with stingrays on a vacation once. She said that they were very gentle and friendly creatures of the sea. I guess that was not the case for Irwin.

Irwin led an amazing life, though. He achieved many things that most humans will never reach in their lifetimes. He wrangled crocodiles and alligators, swam with sharks, and even tamed poisonous snakes! He had a happy life, always doing what he loved, and had his family by his side at all times. He did more than save animals’ lives; he has saved human lives too. A man was diving off the coast of Mexico with his good friend when the surf struck. They were practically destroyed by the waves. One of them passed away during the attack, but the other survived the night and slept in a barrier made of rock. When informed of this Irwin called off his wildlife expedition but kept his cameras rolling. He eventually found the man and saved him. As you can tell, Irwin was a totally cool dude. Not only did he help save animals lives and conserve wildlife, he has impacted many people’s lives from around the globe.

Inconsistent school spirit affects teams

“It’s hard to really push yourself when there is hardly anyone cheering you on.” -Nick Burton, 12 them. Nick Burton, a captain of the boys’ cross country team, reluctantly admitted that “It’s hard to really push yourself when there is hardly anyone cheering you on.” Burton acknowledged the importance of fan support as well. “Every sport has its point where

a little extra cheering and school time necessary to attend all the and zone out, and tired of hearing sporting events. Some may have slanderous comments made about spirit would go a long way.” I would like to think that the to work during such events, and our teams, do something about it. largest concentration of negative occasionally athletes have prac- Go to the next football game and comments come from those who tice or other activities that con- cheer when the Grizzlies score a are not involved in extracurricu- ﬂict with games, not to mention touchdown. Nick Neary, a varsity football lar activities and are just jealous younger students that cannot get that they cannot take part in the rides. However, many students captain, said, “Half the time no activity. But it is hard to deny that don’t have other things to do, one even knows who we play; that needs to change.” Students even other athletes and members they are just too lazy to come. of Wadsworth teams are not enThankfully, it is not too late to need to recognize upcoming ricouraging. But for those students who are involved, and even those who are not, you should be supportive of the teams, as friends of the participants and as fans. Even the pep rallies before big events like Homecoming are marred by self-conscious students who are afraid to be loud or spirited for fear of being made fun of. Those individuals who are involved and excited during the assemblies tend to be the exception rather than the rule. Though it may not necessarily make sense to dress like a woman A disappointed fan lowers his head during the Medina game. PHOTO BY NICK JACK to get pumped up for a game, students should enjoy the solve this problem. It is still early valries and be especially supporttailgaters’ antics. You can at least in the school year and there are ive during “big games.” Some of the more obscure identify with their extreme sup- plenty of sports and extracurport of the school. ricular events left. So if you are sports, like golf and tennis, which It is understandable that stu- tired of going to silent pep ral- have smaller teams and subsedents do not always have the free lies where students roll their eyes quently smaller crowds, suffer from a lack of support as well. Though they may not be accustomed to such large crowds or community support, they are certainly not opposed to the idea. Although you may not consider school spirit to be your problem, or an issue that affects you, it is part of your duty as a student at Wadsworth High School to support your fellow students.

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Parking passes cause problems BY BRITTANI PELTZ

Imagine, it is a brand new school year, something that most students look forward to. They can start all over with grades, meet up with old and new friends, and if it is your junior year, you can finally to drive to school. Being an upperclassman gives you a variety of new privileges, a parking pass being one of them. This year, though, there has been a new rule added that denied some of the juniors the pleasure of being able to drive to school. Instead of the usual first come, first serve idea, it has now been established that all seniors who have a valid driver’s license will automatically receive one and the juniors will be drawn by a lottery. The seniors may like the idea, but what if you are one of the unlucky 75 juniors who did not receive a pass? This just is not fair to the junior class. Seniors are not the only ones in the whole school that rely on an automobile to help them get from place to place. “It is such a hassle having to find a ride to school every morning,” said junior Megan Johnson.

“I live ﬁfteen minutes away from the high school and every morning I rush to get all of my things together. I always have to be worrying about how much trafﬁc there will be. I wish that I could have the freedom that juniors in the past have had.” Although it may not seem like a big deal, having a parking pass greatly affects a student’s usual routine. Most parents work one if not two or more jobs, and having to go out of their way to drop their teenager off at school is a hassle that some are not willing to deal with.

“I wish that I could have the freedom that juniors in the past have had.” - Megan Johnson, 11 A 7:45 tardy bell is most students’ worst enemy. For a student that does not have a parking pass, it can be an almost impossible chore to get to school on time. Our school has a policy of two tardies per school year, the third one resulting in a Thursday deten-

a problem. tion. That is Some stua high price dents also defor a probpend on their lem that a job for day to student canday life, and not control. taking away a “I think privilege that that the fact was granted that some of to most of the the juniors 11th graders did not rein the past ceive parkyears is absoing passes is lutely unreakind of unsonable. fair. I know In spite of that when I the fact that became a jufifty more nior, one of spots will the things I open after was looking football seaforward to These cars belong to the lucky juniors and seniors who received parking passes. son, we can was finally PHOTO BY BRITTANI PELTZ do something being able to drive to school and not worry who cannot bum a ride to school to fix the problem before it gets about finding a ride,” said senior just because they did not get worse. Life for a student can be hard Jillian Peecook. picked in a lottery.” enough, and the imperfections When asked what she thought Another problem that has surcould be done to help the prob- faced is the issue of extracurricu- in the way parking passes are lem, Peecook said, “I think that lurs after school. Students who distributed just adds fuel to the they should probably change the participate in after-school activi- fire. In the future, hopefully our rule for next year. Even though I ties are constantly having to worry school will take action to help am a senior and it has not affected about how they are going to get a prevent this irritation amongst the me, it is still not fair to everyone ride home. Getting to work is also junior class.

Responsibilities, dangers of teenage driving take a toll BY CARLY MCNUTT

Teenagers believe that being able to drive is a great experience, but sometimes it gets taken to the extremes. I know that when I ﬁrst got my licence I always wanted to drive my friends around.

Driving is a big responsibility put on teenagers. In Ohio, there were 187 trafﬁc deaths among drivers between the ages of 16 and 20 in “Cell phones are a big distrac2005. Driving is not taken as seriously as tion because they always have most should take it. something else on their mind There are many other than paying attention to things that a student could be distracted with the road.” and lose focus on the -Maria Adams, 10 road. The risk of a vehicle crash is higher for those between the ages of 16 to 19 than that of any other “Cell phones are a big distracage group. tion because they always have Teenagers are distracted in something else on their mind many ways and this can cause other than paying attention to the many problems on the roads. road,” said sophomore Maria AdMany talk on their cell phones or ams. text a friend while they are drivTeenagers are most likely to ing. Some sing along to a song run a red light, make an illegal that is playing on the radio and turn, ride with an intoxicated drivlose track of what they are doing er, or drive while intoxicated. Just on the roads. Others just try to because you are stable enough to look cool when they are driving. drive does not mean that it is okay Vehicle crashes were the numfor you to so. I believe that these ber one killer of teenagers in are major reasons why people America in 2005. In that time, are so careless when they drive. 5,699 teenagers between the ages Some just do not care and do all of 16 and 20 died in car accidents.

these things in hopes of nothing bad to happen. Distractions are the main reason teenagers get in car accidents or they are just not paying attention. For newer drivers, it is more evident that the littlest distraction can cause a problem. For instance, senior Mike Barlow was in a car accident his sophomore year. He was rear ended by a former student that was not paying attention. His head shot forward against the steering wheel and then back. He was not internally harmed, but had bruises and sore all over his body. “A car accident takes a major physical toll on the body. If I had not been wearing my seat belt, it would have been a lot worse,” said Barlow. Being a teenager, you can be pressured into doing some careless things in life or you just do not make the best decision ever. Things like drinking and driving and trying to act cool in the car by speeding or doing dangerous maneuvers might not be the smartest decisions. If you were to drink under the inﬂuence of alcohol and then drive,

your are not only putting you life on the line but you are also risking the life of anyone else on the roads. Most of the time, the driver of a drunk driving accident is the one that survives. For instance, sophomore Emily Hanna did not get the chance to meet her aunt due to a bad decision a driver had made. Her aunt was killed instantly when a drunk driver hit her. The responsibility of driving is a big part of our

daily life. No one ever wants to lose a loved on in a car accident due to a stupid decision made. I believe that teenagers need to pay attention more to the roads rather than the distractions that they are faced with. We as teenagers are young and want to have fun, so why waste such a great life being irresponsible.

In 2005, 5,699 teenagers between the ages of 16 and 20 died in car accidents. PHOTO COURTESY OF WWW.CAR-ACCIDENTS.COM

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omecoming week was another time to remember. It all started with a pep assembly led by senior Jimmy Miller. The assembly featured a relay race with four students from each grade participating, the band preforming their top-notch songs, and the announcements of Homecoming Court. Wednesday night was the Homecoming Bonﬁre, which was another big success. Students came pumped up to cheer on the football team with their huge game Thursday night.

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Students came in to decorate the courtyard windows with Grizzly spirit. Seniors Nate Dan, Aimey , and Ashley pose for the camera after winning the relay race during the assembly. Trombone players line up for the much anticipated “suicides.” Coach Robinson pumps up fans before homecoming game at the bonﬁre. Dru takes a break from the action during the Homecoming game. Kyle and Brittany stop for a quick picture during a romantic evening. (www.rthgroup.com) Enjoying their night, these seniors smile big for the camera. (www.rthgroup.com) Joey , Kasey and Kelsey pose for a picture. (www.rthgroup.com) Homecoming King Andrew and Queen Holland share a dance together. (www.rthgroup. com Grouping together, the sophomore class takes a quick picture.

While playing on FSN Ohio, the Grizzlies defeated the Bulldogs 24-21. This huge upset improved there record to 6-1 and 4-0 in the Suburban league. Dru rushed for 185 yards on 32 carries and scored all three of Wadsworth’s touchdowns. The defense held the Bulldogs to only 7 points in the ﬁrst half and 14 points in the second half. With this big win, the Grizzlies put themselves in 1st place in the Suburban League.

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Deadly, drug resistant infection spreads BY MATT SNODGRASS

They start off as what the victims think is a small pimple or even a spider bite, but they are so much more. These little bumps, evidence of the staph bacteria, can swell up within days and are resistant to most drugs prescribed to treat them. This bacteria, known fully as Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA, can be life-threatening if it reaches the bloodstream. The strains that are drug-resistant can also cause powerful pneumonia and possibly ﬂesh-eating wounds. This bacterium was rarely seen outside of hospitals and retire-

ment homes a decade ago. In the past two months, football teams at Hoover, Waterloo, Lakewood, and Berea High Schools have already seen multiple cases. When the disease is found, school is closed for decontamination. Spreading of the disease has been helped by the increase in use of shared equipment and towels. There has also been speculation that artiﬁcial turf may encourage the infection. Testing, however, has been inconclusive but turf burns players receive make them seven times more likely to contract the bacteria. Over half of the skin infections

in America are caused by MRSA. The Ohio High School Athletic Association has released a warning about this disease to high school athletes, describing its symptoms and deadly effects after cases have sprouted up across Northeastern Ohio. In this report it tells not to share clothing with others, to wash your hands often, and to shower right after you practice. The bacteria is spread through contact only, so the warning is particularly aimed towards contact sports such as football and wrestling. So next time you just cannot get rid of that pimple, take a closer look.

On the right path to SLT Girls cross-country team races forward to redeem their status in Suburban League BY MOLLY BRAZIER

Like any other team, the crosscountry girls have had their share of trials and triumphs. But after a bitter loss at Suburban League last year, the team is more determined than ever to regain their traditional SLT Champion status. It was a dark and stormy day in the history of Wadsworth crosscountry on October 7, 2005. With more than one essential runner out sick or injured, the team knew from the get-go that winning league for their 16th year would mean a hard fight. Not only that, but with Homecoming the same night, focus, a key component in any race, would be tough to keep. A hard fight it was; and one with a bitter-sweet end. To the disappointment and surprise of many, the girls failed to take the league title, finishing fourth behind teams of Copley, Cloverleaf, and Highland. Unlike so many years before, there would be no plaque to mount up on the lobby wall,

nor league bragging right for the next year. For everyone it was a disappointing day. This year, however, the team is determined not to let history repeat itself. “Our team has an advantage over their competition in a few ways,” said Coach David Parry. “They have talent, a desire to be the best, and a strong work ethic.” The girls started their training all the way back in June. From day one, redeeming their damaged league standing was one of their top goals. “It is the ﬁrst step in the tournament portion of our season. It is how we measure ourselves up against other schools. Obviously, we just want to be the best” said Parry. Taking the league title this year does not just mean taking on a more competitive edge, but also means changing the work-outs for better performances. “We have tweaked our workouts and over-all running schedule as

well as taken a different bi-week to help us prepare for the second half of this season,” said Parry. In Super duals, a meet often regarded as an early season league preview, the team went 7-0. However, to say winning league will be easy now might be an overestimation. Highland and Copley tied for second, missing ﬁrst place by an unsettling one point. Not only that, but both Copley and Highland have noticeably improved their teams and since then beating Wadsworth in some of the bigger head-to-head meets. With league hungry teams in full health, both Copley and Highland pose quite a threat. At the record large Grizzly Invitational, 10 out of the 22 team members PRed. Or, for those unfamiliar with cross-country jargon, ran a personal best. “We are right on pace with what I thought we could be,” said Parry. “We have an outstanding chance at winning the Suburban League Title.”

Caity and Jill Had a 10-3 regular season record at ﬁrst doubles, which led the tennis team in wins. They also ﬁnished in 3rd place in thet Suburban League.

Matt Earned First team all Suburban League on the golf team, an honor only the top eight players receive. He has also been a solid contributor to the tennis team all season.

Varsity soccer team tying teamwork into game plan BY MATT SNODGRASS

The boys soccer team has come into this season with high expectations and plans to execute them. With the goal of winning the Suburban League and the district tournament, they have worked hard to improve on last season’s 2-1 defeat in the district championships to Brecksville. They are highly motivated as they have already avenged their loss to Brecksville, winning in dominating fashion 4-0. Team play is important to success. “All the players are vital because it is a team sport,” said Coach John Johnson The ongoing theme this year has been ties. So far, they have had six. They have not lost to a Suburban League team so far; this is vital for them to have a chance to win the league. Three of the ties have come from league teams, so their placement could depend heavily on how the other teams do against each other.

When asked about ties, Coach Johnson replied that he would love to go into overtime. He also said that we should be able to practice these situations; in tournaments overtimes are allowed. The team is led in goals by senior Zach Berger. There are seven seniors on varsity, setting a great example for younger players to follow. Of the seven, Tommy Kaminski, Berger, Alex Serfass, Dave Kipfer, and Dan Kipfer are starters. The players are not just athletes but are also outstanding students. Many are in honors classes and receive high grades. Some are looking to play in college and have the potential to receive scholarships. In order to play at the next level, Johnson said that they must have a strong desire to play and need to realize that it is a whole different animal. He also stated that college is more demanding and is a huge time commitment because it is year round. Although they may want to impress college scouts, they do

not play as individuals but as a team. Teamwork is vital to their success and Johnson says that it will be a key for them to achieve their goals. The team has already made improvements this year. So far, they have tightened up their defense allowing less goals and have made improvements offensively also. Both junior varsity teams hold a bright future. They have a solid record and are showing that they will be competitive in the future. There are also many varsity players that are returning for next season. They have made great progress and plan on transferring that onto the ﬁeld when they reach the varsity level. “The immediate future of Wadsworth soccer looks very bright,” said Johnson. With ties as a big part of the season, winning the Suburban League could be a tough achievement. With their sights on the district championship, the team hopes to improve on past seasons’ losses in the district ﬁnals.

Senior Tommy marks up his man in the soccer team’s game against Green, which ended in a 3-3 tie. PHOTO BY RYAN RENACCI

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Freshmen set bar high BY JOSH SNYDER

For the ﬁrst time in Wadsworth High School history, three freshmen have made it to starting roles on the varsity football team. At the beginning of the season freshman Matt Reed was the starting place kicker. When it came time to start Suburban League play, two other freshman joined him. Caleb Busson, linebacker, and Anthony Schrock, receiver, were both called up from the freshman team. Both of these freshman were not expected to be called up to varsity this young, especially not this early in the season. However, a few injuries caused the Grizzlies to need Busson and Schrock to step up and start for the varsity team. To Reed, Busson, and Schrock, it was an honor to be playing for the Grizzlies. They have all watched their older brothers and family members bleed Wadsworth’s colors since they were young. Now they are living the dream themselves and playing under the Friday night lights. “In the ﬁrst two games of the season we suffered some key injuries. We had been watching Caleb and Anthony since they played in middle school and we knew they were both physically ready to play varsity football. We expected them to step up just like they did,” said Coach Greg Dennison. Despite the surmounting pres-

sure of playing with kids much older and possibly more experienced than them, both had successful debuts. In their first game with the team, Busson recorded 15 tackles while Schrock had a few key catches that were called back due to penalties, but helped to keep the momentum in the Grizzlies favor. In a close game, their efforts proved to be vistarting wide receiver, and Caleb starting varsity linebacker. tal as the Grizzlies got Anthony, PHOTO BY ALEX SERFASS their third win of the In the weeks ahead, the Grizin the next few weeks. Some of season, over Highland. Since these three freshmen these tougher opponents will be a zlies are looking at a tough league schedule, playing local rivals started playing varsity football, true test of the Grizzlies ablities. Dru Jones and his overpower- Copley and Tallmadge. With the the Grizzlies are 4-0 in the league and are vying for a league title. If ing offensive line are completely team continuing to work hard the Grizzlies can win the Subur- running over the competition. and showing no signs of backing ban League, then they are almost Jones currently has 1355 yards down, the Grizzlies look to capguaranteed a spot in the playoffs, through seven games and has ture the SLT and make the playsomething they have just missed racked up 66 total points. Jones offs. most recently rushed for three the past two years. “I was in complete disbelief touchdowns and 185 yards in the when I found out Caleb and I huge upset over the Green Bullwould be playing varsity football. dogs. Matt Reed closely follows It is such a big jump from fresh- Jones in points scored with 30. man to varsity. The games are He has four field goals and 18 exmore competitive and the players tra points. Defensively, the Grizzlies are bigger, faster and stronger,” have been a force on the field. said Schrock Looking to the upperclassmen Senior Nick Neary leads the team to lead the team has been success- with 69 total tackles and 37 solo ful this season and it shows. The tackles, but senior Kenny Owens Grizzlies are off to a great start is close behind in both catagories, Matt prepares for a kick at a rewith some tough teams scheduled trailing by only a few in each. cent game. PHOTO BY RYAN RENACCI

Adu destined for Europe BY BEN DEE

He has been in the MLS (Major League Soccer) for three years now and his skills are as sharp as a nail and about as ﬂexible as you can get. Seventeen year old Freddy Adu is just that. For being relatively young in the MLS, it is very rare to be offered a starting position in one of the top English Premiership soccer clubs. The skills you have must be sharp, on the dot, and ready to change at all times. That’s just what the English clubs are looking for. For Adu, that is just what he is. When Adu turns 18 next summer, a move to England will be a very high possibility. Many clubs, such as Manchester United, Chelsea Futbol club, and Arsenal, many more are interested in drafting him and bringing him into a new team and new environ-

ment that he has never seen before. The owner of D.C. United, Philip F. Anschutz is very unsure about what he wants to do with the situation that is brewing over Washington. Anschutz told the Wa s h ington P o s t , “I’m really unsure about what to do, he’s a great player w i t h amazing potential, but it’s his choice.” Adu’s agent is not giving out any details about the move any time soon. From the ﬁrst half of the MLS regular season, Adu seemed to

have a resounding “yes” to the situation. For right now though, in the midst of the second half of the season, Adu is unsure what he wants to do. Although his decision is yet to be made, Adu’s talents and potential show that he will not be outplayed nor outmaneuvered in the English leagues. Adu h a s grown into a full force professional s o c c e r player since turning professional at the age of 14. His maturity will show what he plans to do with himself in the future. Even though his time seemed short in the MLS, the three years spent

with hard work and practice trying to get a position on the team are all paying off. For Adu, this is a big chance to change his life and what he is going to do in the future. Adu says that it does not matter what he gets paid, he just wants to play the game he loves. Currently, he is making some big bucks playing in the MLS, around $550,000 dollars. Adu will take a huge hit in the ﬁnancial area if he moves to England. His salary will go from what he is making now at D.C. United to $315,000. Everyone says it is time for him to move on, to the English leagues he was destined to sign with the moment he became a professional three years ago. Adu is ready to move on to bigger and better things that will help him in the future growing and enjoying his fame in the English Leagues that he was destined to play in.

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SPORTS BRIEFS FOOTBALL The varsity football team is currently 6-1 and undefeated in the Suburban League. Currently, junior Dru Jones is leading Northeast Ohio in yards gained with 1355. VOLLEYBALL Led by captains Aimey Reynolds, Jen Uhl, and Marie Mueller, the girls captured the Suburban League Title for the ﬁrst time in 21 years and look to do well in the postseason. BOYS SOCCER The boys soccer team, currently 4-2-6, is on its way to a possible playoff berth.

GIRLS GOLF The girls golf team is currently 14-5. Senior Abigail Ledman and junior Sam Lackey are driving long to bring the Grizzlies to victory. BOYS GOLF The boys golf team ﬁnished 3rd in the league this year. Led by seniors Chris Alkyer and Zach Budinscak. They came 5th in Sectionals. GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY The girls team went 7-0 at Super Duals, and placed 13th out of 21 team at the Grizzly Invitational. They are doing well this season and will continue as the season goes on. BOYS CROSS COUNTRY The boys team has had a really good season that is currently coming to its climax overall the team has a 70% winning percent and has a 6-1 dual league record. GIRLS SOCCER The team has had an awesome season, with senior Jamie Grindle leading at forward. The girls are currently 5-6-3.

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Microsoft challenges Apple iPod BY JESS MOONEY

There are CD players, MP3 players, iPods and many other electronics that teens use on a daily basis. But by now, it is more or less an open secret that Microsoft is going to challenge the Apple iPod by going straight after a new MP3, with a portable media player of its own, which will have many new and improved features. Microsoft is expected to unveil the copy-protected software before the holiday season. That is right; it is just in time for Christmas! The new MP3 player, ofﬁcially called the Microsoft Zune, is “bigger and better” than any iPod that has been introduced. The Zune has a larger display screen that you can watch movies, music videos, broadcasts, and other media on. The Zune will have a built-in WiFi. So not only can you download content directly to the player (like the MusicGremlin), but actually participate in an Xbox Live-like social network. This feature will help you connect with other people with similar taste and interests. The Zune will give the buyer the ability to share music and videos via WiFi. Whether that is going to be the “Live Anywhere” service that they introduced at E3 is not yet known, but the tagline

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it gets better. To attract current iPod users, Microsoft is going to let buyers download, for free, any songs already bought from the iTunes Music Store. Microsoft will actually scan iTunes for purchased tracks, and then automatically add those to the account. Microsoft will still have to pay the right-holders for the songs, but they believe it will be worth it in order to acquire converts to their new player. “As we’ve said before, enabling access to unlimited downloads on consumer devices will open up all new scenarios for the distribution and enjoyment of digital content,” said Jason Reindorp, the group manager for Microsoft’s digital media division, in an e-mail statement. Although Microsoft is providing free downloads, the price of the Zune has not yet been released. It is expected to be between 200 and 300 dollars. The new Microsoft product, the Zune, is available in black, This cost would white, and brown. PHOTO COURTESY OF GOOGLE IMAGES. COM not include sub-

Microsoft is pitching for the device, combined with this new network, is “Connected Entertainment.” The device uses a 30GB hard disk to store video, music, and photographs, which are displayed on a 3-inch screen that works in both portrait and landscape modes. The Zune has built-in FM tuner and 802.11 wireless. It will come in three colors: black, brown, and white. Microsoft has also decided to provide unlimited subscription to WiFi service to new buyers. But

sription to iTunes. “Zune is Microsoft’s music and entertainment platform that provides an end-to-end solution for Connected Entertainment. It’s a social platform, as well as a music one,” said Reindorp, summing up Microsoft’s vision. But do not spend all the money on the new Zune, because Microsoft is not stopping with a WiFi-enabled PMP. They are actually going to launch an MVNO next year using all Windows Mobile-powered handsets. These handsets will let users connect to the same social network that the buyer will be able to access over WiFi using the portable media player. CD players, MP3 players, iPods and other electronics are all being used by teens, but not for long. The Zune is expected to change electronics as they are known and open new doors to technology itself. With many new features, the Zune, produced by Microsoft, is also expected to sell more than the Apple Ipods have in recent years. Microsoft is making a breakthrough in entertainment with new products and is predicted to become the top seller of electronics.

October 2006

DVD Releases

The Break-Up: After their latest squabble, art dealer Brooke (Jennifer Aniston) decides to break up with her boyfriend, Gary (Vince Vaughn), who hosts bus tours of Chicago. But breaking up and moving out is hard to do, especially when the former couple’s friends and family and even complete strangers offer their advice on how to deal with the situation. To make matters worse, the former ﬂames live in a sweet downtown condo, and neither of them wants to move out. The Omen: A government ofﬁcial (Liev Schreiber) and his wife (Julia Stiles) gradually come to think that their cute little tyke, Damien, might be the son of Satan. Mission Impossible III:

Retired from active duty, former spy Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) now spends his time training IMF agents. But when a lunatic arms dealer named Owen Davian (Philip Seymour Hoffman) threatens the life of his protégé, Lindsay (Keri Russell), the superspy gathers his crew — old buddy Luther Strickell, transportation ace Declan and underground operative Zhen — to bring her back to safety. Doing so, however, causes Davian to go after Hunt’s wife-to-be, Julia. *Movie reviews provided by Movies.go.com

Next-generation consoles battle BY NICK BURTON

Two new runners enter the gaming race this year with the release of Nintendo’s Wii gaming system and the highly anticipated Play Station 3. Both systems have a strong lineup of game titles, new features, and state of the art graphics. With a year’s head start, Microsoft’s Xbox 360 will face tough competition as the race begins this fall. Even with a huge head start, Microsoft has not produced the number of sales to keep itself safely in ﬁrst place. The Xbox 360 was released in November last year in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. So far, ﬁve million consoles have been sold worldwide. Bill Gates and the Microsoft team have a couple plans of attack to hold back Sony and Nintendo. With the third installment to the Halo series, Gates has been planning its release date to perfection for a long time. “It’s perfect,” Gates said. “The day Sony launches, they walk right into Halo 3.” Even if you are not a huge time gamer, the 360 is also packed with many extras. From allowing you to stream hours and hours of music to playing DVD’s and CD’s, Microsoft has packed many features into its latest console. You can also download video and pictures from your personal computer and portable devices. If that is not enough for

you, the Xbox Live online game service is compatible with nearly 300 game titles. If running around and saving the universe as Master Chief is not your cup of tea, Nintendo offers video game fans a nice refreshing change in the whole gaming experience. With its unique motion sensitive controllers, Nintendo’s newest console stands out from the typical A and B button controllers. Simply known as the Wii Remote, the controllers can detect motion and rotation in three dimensions. Nintendo already has a long list of anticipated games they are planning on releasing to start off the sales of their new systems. Any fan of the Nintendo 64 or Gamecube will be pleased to see Mario and the other classic characters are back and better than ever. The Wii will be full of familiar faces ranging from Zelda, Wario, Metroid to Super Monkey Ball and Tony Hawk

“I’m a Mario kind of man myself, so I’m looking forwards to Nintendo’s newest system the most.” -Scott Borton, 9 As far as graphics go, the Wii is trailing the rest of the competition yet promises not only to be cheaper but to change the gaming experience you are used to.

Since the release of the original Nintendo Entertainment System in 1985, Nintendo has been leading the world in video game entertainment and it is a pretty safe bet to say the Wii is going to add to its Nintendo (bottom) and Sony (top) follow Microsoft (middle) with the release of their new consoles. long list PHOTO COURTESY OF GOOGLE IMAGES. COM of sucment America president Kaz Hicess. Now if hours and hours of rich, rai. PS3 games “should be richer deep gaming excites you, Sony has a little something for you. and have more stuff going on,” November 17 marks the release said John Davison, editorial didate of what could be the most rector of Ziff Davis’ video-game highly anticipated gaming con- magazine group. Regardless of the sales Microsole of the three, the Play Station 3 (PS3). This time around soft has already made and the Sony based it is system on the future release of Halo 3, the Bluhigh-definition Blu-ray Discs, ray technology of Sony, or Ninwhich are an attempt to replace tendo’s new controllers, the door is now open for competition. The current DVD’s. The PS3’s cell processor has new-generation video game conthe power of “eight separate pro- sole battle is about to begin. Any cessors working to calculate dif- of these systems could finish first ferent things at the same time,” or finish dead last. It is anyone’s said Sony Computer Entertain- game right now.

October 2006

Top Ten on the Billboard Charts 1 Justin Timberlake SexyBack 6 Fergie London Bridge 2 Ludacris Featuring Pharrell 7 Akon Featuring Money Maker Eminem Smack That 3 Hinder Lips Of An Angel 8 Jibbs Chain Hang Low 4 The Fray How To Save A Life 9 Nickelback Far Away 5 Snow Patrol Chasing Cars 10 Chingy Featuring Tyrese Pullin’ Me Back

Music 1 Disney breaks into music industry

BY KAT LITTLE

There is a new sensation sweeping the United States. The Disney Channel has created a new type of hysteria from its hit television movies and stars. With CD’s, concerts, movies like the Cheetah Girls and High School Musical, and stars like Raven and Hilary Duff, it has started a new craze in the music industry. Cast members of the Disney Channel hit movie Cheetah Girls, which aired in 2003, and the sequel Cheetah Girls 2: When in Spain, which aired earlier this year, have teamed up with other Disney Channel stars to hit the concert tour across the country. Even though Raven, the lead member of the movie group, is not part of the tour, the concerts are selling out months in advance. People looking to go to the Cheetah Girls concert on November 8 at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland unfortunately found out it was sold out in September. “I love the movie! I cannot

Singing for ‘the cure’ Singer Andrew McMahon uses his voice to raise awareness for cancer BY JUSTIN MESICK

Composer Andrew McMahon, lead vocalist of the band Something Corporate, battled for his life the past year when he was diagnosed with leukemia. McMahon was diagnosed with acute lymphatic leukemia in May of 2005. This sudden incident forced McMahon and his bandmates to cancel all of their scheduled shows, including the promo tour of his new side project, Jack’s Mannequin. Leukemia is a cancer of the blood or bone marrow, usually in white blood cells, which weakens your immune system. In response to McMahon’s disease, many fans started projects to raise money for leukemia awareness. The website AbsolutePunk.net had made orange wristbands saying “I Will Fight,” a line from Something Corporate’s song “Watch the Sky.” The website sold nearly 6,000 wristbands, rasing over $20,000 to donate to the Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation. As thanks to his sister Katie McMahon, donor of his stem cell transplant, McMahon wrote and recorded the song “Katie” for her. Now back up to pace, McMahon is currently on tour with Jack’s Mannequin, performing at one hundred percent. The “Tour for the Cure,” as it is being called, is raising money for the Dear Jack Foundation, a non-proﬁt organization founded by McMahon to fund cancer research. All ticket proceeds will go towards this cause. “Having fought my own battle with leukemia, I feel an intense personal obligation to use whatever resources at my disposal to

Andrew McMahon, lead singer of Something Corporate and Jack’s Mannequin.

PHOTO COURTESY OF WWW.MYSPACE.COM/JACKSMANNEQUIN

raise both money and awareness for the countless young people who are being diagnosed with similar blood diseases,” said McMahon, according to the band’s website. The “Tour for the Cure,” with the bands Copeland, Daphne Loves Derby, and The Hush Sound, will be wrapping up during the end of October. Jack’s Mannequin will continue on the

road with Panic! At the Disco in November. “Anything is possible; I try not to look too far beyond the day at hand,” said McMahon to the Herald and Review. “If I have learned anything in the last year, you always have plans and those plans can always change very quickly and very drastically, so I try not to speak too much of the future.”

believe that the concerts are selling out so quickly,” said senior Courtney Norton. Although she is not on tour with the group, Raven still has

are Vanessa Anne Hudgens and Miley Cyrus. Both girls started their careers on the Disney Channel and have made the transition to the music industry. Vannessa Anne Hudgens began her career in the Disney Channel hit movie High School Musical. Now she has released a CD and is touring the country. Miley Cyrus plays Hannah on Disney’s Hannah Montana. Miley is the daughter of singer Billy Ray Cyrus, who also stars on the show. She was a small star in the music industry before going to the Disney Channel. Now that she has her own show on Disney she is more The Disney Channel has turned many stars from recognized in the music plain TV stars to recording artists. industry. PHOTO COURTESY OF DISNEYCHANNEL.COM Other major Disney made the transition into the music Channel stars to have success in industry. She has been featured the music industry are Lindsay on many other soundtracks, in- Lohan and Hilary Duff. All this cluding Princess Diaries II and success in so many facets of show Ella Enchanted. business just goes to show how On tour with the Cheetah Girls talented disney stars are.

Upcoming Concerts Switchfoot

Friday, November 3 The Agora, Cleveland 8:00 PM

Copeland

Saturday, November 11 House of Blues, Cleveland 7:00 PM

Hinder

Sunday, November 12 Visions Newport Music Hall, Columbus 7:00 PM

Death Cab for Cutie

Monday, November 13 Lifestyle Communities Pavilion, Columbus 7:00 PM

Say Anything

Saturday, November 18 Beachland Ballroom, Cleveland 6:00 PM

Sugarcult

Monday, November 20 House of Blues, Cleveland 6:00 PM

Senses Fail

Thursday, November 30 Bogarts, Cincinnati 7:00 PM

15 Toby Keith becomes all-around celebrity Music 2

October 2006

Star country music singer expands his career; now owns a record company, stars in movie BY ZACH BERGER

Toby Keith, international country music singer, has taken a new twist with his career. Not only is the award-winning singer still putting out smash singles, he is also managing his own record label and recently starred in a movie. Keith’s movie, Broken Bridges, which premiered September 8, received a five out of ten star rating. “I went and saw Broken Bridges,” said junior Kellie Peirrot. “It was definitely one of my favorite movies I have ever seen. Keith is such a star.” Not only is the country phenom attempting to win Oscars, he has always wanted to open his own record label. This dream became a reality in 2005. Keith started Showdog Records. Minutes later the company signed its first artist, Toby Keith himself. Also joining the record label are country newcomers Rushlow Harris, Flynville

Train, and Lindsey Haun. Haun also starred in “Broken Bridges” with Keith. Keith’s road to musical success was not as easy as it looked. The singer started out playing semiprofessional football as a defensive end. When he was tired of playing football, Keith moved on to work on an oil rig. After this, he decided to try his luck in country music. From the beginning of his music career in 1988 and all the way to 2000, Keith was not recognized as a force in the industry. Keith even had his “Greatest Hits Vol. 1” CD go platinum and received no credit. He was on his way to losing his record deal when he released his number one single “How Do You Like Me Now?” in 2000. From this point on, Keith was a very inﬂuential musician in Nashville. His next four albums have each had at least one number one song. “I love Toby’s new songs. My favorite right now is probably

Recent Awards 2003 Entertainer of the Year 2003 Top Male Vocalist of the Year 2003 Launch Video of the year “Beer For My Horses” 2003 Album of the Year “Shock’N Y’All” 2003 Songwriter/Artist of the Year Award Winner 2004 Favorite Male Artist - Country Music 2005 Music Video of the Year “As Good As I OnceWas” 2005 Hottest Video of The Year “Whiskey Girl” 2005 #1 Most Popular Video “ As Good As I Once Was” 2004 Songwriter/Artist of the Year Award Winner 2005 Top Country Artist 2005 Top Country Artist - Male 2005 Top Country Album - “Shock’N Y’All” 2005 #1 Hot Country Singles & Tracks Artist

‘Crash Here Tonight,’” said senior Emily Miller with delight. “He is my favorite country music singer, hands down.” Keith’s recent success is because of hard work. He is the perfect example of someone who

struggled early on but rose above the pressure to become a star. The singer now has his own label and has starred in a movie. Visit www.tobykeith.com for more information on Keith and any upcoming shows in the area.

TOP: Keith entertains his crowd during a sold-out concert. ABOVE: Keith talks about opening his own record label. PHOTOS COURTESTY OF WWW.ROCKMOUNT. COM AND WWW.PULSETC.COM

Isaac Slade is ‘Frayin’ off the charts BY DAN COSTELLO

Most people have probably fallen in love with the hit single “Over My Head (Cable Car).” The Fray, an up-and-coming band born and bred in Colorado, is tearing up the charts with their new album How to Save a Life. Starting up in 2002, this talented band from Denver played gigs almost every night. Issac Slade (vocals, piano) had loved music as a boy and was very talented at what he played. He and his former high school friend, Joe King (guitar, vocals), had jam sessions a couple times a month. The rest is history. Slade realized that he needed another guitarist and a drummer to make his ideal four piece band. He called up two of his former bandmates, Ben Wysocki (drummer) and Dave Welsh (guitarist). They heard some of Slade and King’s recordings and were thrilled by the idea of starting a new age rock band. “Three years ago, I thought I wanted to start a real estate company,” said King laughingly. They started playing shows in the Denver area and had a local radio station hold a listendriven campaign to get people to hear their music. The campaign helped them to become a local favorite and to get voted as Best

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gigs. When December came around, they were getting radio plays and playing sold-out shows at concerts holding over 500 hardrocking fans. By July of 2005, the Fray was on tour, playing with rock legends Weezer. They went from bottom to top in one year. Currently, The Fray is on tour and living the life of rock stars. They plan to get back in the studio this summer and start recording another hit album.

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October 2006

New technology brings new forms of cheating BY RACHEL HUDSON

The Wadsworth High School Student Handbook deﬁnes cheating as giving or receiving any information on any work regardless of the time or place of exchange of information. In high schools all over the nation, students are cheating on homework, t e s t s , quizzes, reports, and even projects. Though cheating has been around for a long time, the methods of cheating have changed dramatically. Students in the past have cheated by whispering, passing notes, and looking over shoulders. In this day and age, it has gone to the next level; cheating has become technical, mostly with the use of cell phones. “It never ceases to amaze me how many different ways students will cheat. Sometimes it would be easier just to do their own work,” said Mrs. Swanson, a word processing teacher. A new use of cell phones has been discovered. Through text messaging and picture mail, cheating has become less notice-

able and easier for students to pull off. Teachers have heard of the new use of cell phones, but have not necessarily caught their students in the act of cheating with their phones. “Students have rarely cheated in my class, or at least I haven’t caught them,” said Mr. Lynn, a psychology, sociology, and government teacher. The potential consequences for cheating in Lynn’s class are: First Offense: zero on the assignment. Second Offense: zero on the unit and discipline referral. Third Offense: zero for the nine weeks. A survey taken by our high school students has shown that 52% have cheated on tests, 96% on homework, 64% on quizzes, and 28% on reports or projects. And less than one percent of students said they never cheated. “I take pride in doing my own work,” said junior Kyle Fox. As Lynn puts it, students are “cheating themselves and receiving a grade they did not earn.” Students are cheating to receive the grade they need, but as Lynn said, “The kids are just being lazy.”

Junk of the Month

BY JENNY HARSH

This 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is a fine, although run down, vehicle. Shandor’s father traded in his 1989 red Ford Mustang for his new ride. Having inherited his car from his father, Shandor has managed to take very good care of it. This not only is an old car, but also has many additional flaws. The only way the trunk will open is if Shandor takes a screwdriver to it. The right blinker is out, there is no inside car light, and there is also no headliner. These flaws made life very difficult when Shandor’s car started to stall and broke down on the highway in Cleveland due to gas shortage. This was a huge inconvenience for him, so he decided to call his mom in search for help. She picked him up some gas and brought it to where the car had broken down. He was able to move on his way easily, thanks to his wonderful mother.

Even though this may not be a top notch car, it still has its way of getting a ticket. While Shandor was on the infamous Chestnut Hill, he managed to hit 45 mph in a 25 mph zone. After receiving a ticket of $88, Shandor paid only the wager of it. Shandor plans to keep his $850 Cutlass until the day it dies. Maybe then he can ﬁnally get his dream car; a Lamborghini Diablo, because it is “fast and nice,” said Shandor.

He has to use a screw driver to open his trunk by sticking it in the rusty hole. PHOTO BY BRITT BUSSON

Gulf coast trip changes lives BY BROOKE BABYAK

It had been eleven months and trees were still collapsed along the highway. Houses with caved in roofs still collected water inside after rain. People still called cramped FEMA campers home. These were the ﬁrst sights seen by a mission team from Wadsworth United Methodist Church this past summer. The purpose of the trip was to help rebuild and restore the devastated region. Fifty-three volunteers of all ages boarded a charter bus headed to DeRidder, Louisiana on Friday, July 15. After a 25 hour ride, the mission team arrived at the First United Methodist Church where they would be staying for the next six days. “Everyone managed and got

along” on the bus ride, said Julie Richardson, who organized the trip. DeRidder is a small town of 10,000 people. It is approximately four hours from the Gulf Coast. The destruction caused was mainly from wind damage from hurricane Rita, not from ﬂooding. There were many different reasons for people going on the trip. Some had never been on a mission trip before or just wanted to help people affected by the storms. “I went to have fun, meet new people, fellowship, and most of all do God’s will,” said junior Luke Kelley. The mission team divided into groups of about eight people and worked at 10 different sights in DeRidder and the surrounding area. Despite the heat, reaching a

high of 120 degrees, all projects were completed. Two roofs were repaired and reshingled. The outsides of a house and a trailer were scraped and painted. One group worked at a vacation bible school for special needs children. There was also general cleanup and organization done in some homes. The trip had positive effects on people who went. “I realized how lucky I am to have all the nice things I have... What really affected me was how generous the people down there were,” said freshman Allie Snoke. An appreciation for the people who lived through the storm was also gained. “You hear how bad the areas are that were hit by the hurricane, but you don’t really appreciate

Logan paints the trim on a trailer in DeRidder, Louisiana. PHOTO COURTESY OF DAVE SUSSMAN.

the people’s pain and suffering until you experience it ﬁrsthand,” said senior Holland Bailey. The volunteers whom the mis-

sion team worked for were extremely appreciative of the hard work. “The appreciation these people have is overwhelming,” said Kelley. Many times the groups were fed, and “the food was amazing,” said sophomore Laura Anderson. Richardson said the experience cannot be redone, but “help continues to be needed” as rebuilding will need to continue for the next ﬁve to ten years.

Community

October 2006

Community looks on as Taco Bell opens doors; still waiting for Marie’s to unlock BY JILL EDMONDS

The opening of Wadsworth’s beloved fast food restaurant Taco Bell has ﬁnally come. Taco Bell unlocked its doors to the public on September 28, 2006. Many students were extremely happy to hear the much anticipated news. “I went on the ﬁrst day it opened! It was great to go back,” said junior David Sansonetti. According to Chris Mathewson, a manager at Taco Bell, the restaurant had to close its doors simply because it needed a new look. “When a store gets to a certain age, you have to tear it down to make it more up-to-date. It’s actually cheaper to tear a building down than to try and maintain it,” he said. The new Taco Bell still has its “same great food,” but with a “fresh, new look,” said Mathewson. The kitchen has been designed for speed, which is good news for all the customers, especially students that frequently visit the fast food joint. “My friends go there a lot. It looks really cool now,” said junior Chrissy Pavlik. Taco Bell was not the only eatery that many people looked

Changes Continued from Page 1 “A prerequisite was the best possible solution for the problem.” The main problem that Shepherd has seen developing throughout the past ten years includes wasting time during the beginning of the year reviewing materials. Dress code policy has been a long-standing issue at Wadsworth High. This year “purple slips” have been introduced. Students are familiar with the pink slips associated with the main office and blue slips for guidance. Purple slips with a checklist of dress code violations will now be filled out by teachers before sending students to the main office. In addition to changes involving school policies, several new staff members have replaced positions vacated by retiring staff. For example, Mrs. Ake, the guidance counselor replacing Dr. Forrer, will be able to use her experience as a counselor at Kent State University as she begins her career at Wadsworth High School. More additions to the staff include Mrs. Traush and Mr. Flaherty, who will teach English. In late September, Mrs. Freno, who has worked for Wadsworth City Schools for 30 years, retired. Instead of filling the position again, the duties will be divided among others. Her retirement will be followed by Mrs. Buck, Mrs. Barlow, and Mr. Lange’s retirement next year. With Wadsworth’s growth, change is inevitable. For better or worse, it appears that this trend will continue.

forward to. The community of Wadsworth has been eagerly awaiting the opening of Marie’s Pizza, a locally owned pizza parlor. Many have been asking what is taking so long with the updated restaurant. Tony Lenze, owner of Marie’s Pizza, is an admitted perfectionist. He just wants everything to be exactly the way he envisions Many excited students were at the opening of Taco Bell. PHOTO BY SIMON RUSSELL it. ing a hint of anything going on. the 1,500 square foot patio. The “This is a very difﬁcult busi- How do you think that makes me building will certainly be able to ness where mistakes aren’t tol- feel?” he said. serve more when it opens. erated by the consuming public. Although it is disappointing that Many feel still that the new I’m not going to fall victim to that Marie’s will be worth the long Marie’s is still not open, many are kind of thinking by rushing into wait. just happy with Taco Bell. something before I’m ready to “I really want Marie’s to open, “I love Marie’s Pizza! It’s my open the doors,” said Lenze in an favorite; I can’t wait for it to but while I wait, I’ll just have to interview with the Trading Post. open,” said junior Kelly Mumaw. pass time at Taco Bell,” said MuAlso, the workers are causing a The new place is certainly a maw. big delay. Many of them refuse to lot roomier than the old one. The While most eyes are on Mawork if they feel another trades- main dining room alone can seat rie’s, Taco Bell looks like the new man will be in the way. Obvious- 200 people, and the banquet room place to be. ly, Lenze is upset about this. can seat 100 people. There is also “I’ve driven past without see- a bar inside and one outside on

Freno bids farewell

BY BRITT BUSSON

Jeanette Freno has been a loyal staff member at Wadsworth High for 19 years. As of September 19, she is retiring from her position as our bookstore attendant. “I will miss working and being with the students and staff, but I am looking forward to another phase of my life,” she said. Freno was born in Inglewood, California, and lived in La Mirada until her freshman year of high school. Her sophomore year, she moved to Ohio and attended Green High School. As a junior and senior, she went to Garﬁeld High School. After high school, she enrolled at The University of Akron for two years. She met her husband at The University of Akron. They soon married and had two sons. They moved to Wadsworth in 1970, her husband teaching math in Cloverleaf. Until their two sons reached school age, Freno was a stay-athome mom. Her career in Wadsworth began thirty years ago at Franklin

reduced lunch tickets. Freno’s favorite thing about working in the bookstore was being with the students and staff. However, she also had duties she did not enjoy. “My least favorite duty was coming in once a week during the summer Jeanette. Freno, the Bookstore Keeper, retired after 19 to stamp and years of service. PHOTO BY BRITT BUSSON number the new Elementary. There, she worked books that came in,” she said. Now that Freno is gone, the for seven years. She then worked bookstore and the duties associat Isham for four years, and for ated with it will be headed in a the past 19 years, Freno has been different direction. The bookstore working at the high school. will be used as a job station to obAs the bookstore attendant, tain marketing credit, and also as Freno did various jobs dealing a pre-employment work station with money handling. In particufor students involved in marketlar, she took and handled money for the following: cafeteria, ath- ing, vocational transition, and letics, student fees, ﬁnes, depos- multiple handicapped. its, United Way, Junior Banquet, Prom, PLAN, PSAT, and free and

News Briefs Veterans Day

Attention all Wadsworth veterans: You are cordially invited to attend a Veterans Day Breakfast in your honor at Wadsworth High School, 625 Broad Street. Breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m. in the high school cafeteria on Friday, November 10, 2006. Parking will be behind the West Gym, and, following the breakfast, there will be a short program in the West Gym. Please call the High School at 330-335-1400 to make reservations.

Collegiate Basketball Invitational

The Collegiate Basketball Invitational (CBI) is a major national basketball event that will gather the ﬁnest 60 senior men’s basketball players from all of NCAA Division II and Division III and the NAIA. The players will compete for three days in front of professional basketball representatives, agents, and the national media. This will be held April 19-21, 2007, at Wadsworth High School.

Drug Awareness Assembly

On September 18, the parking lot behind WHS was packed with all our students, staff, and a 12-foot high half pipe buzzing with X-Games athletes. The purpose of the assembly was to educate students on the harmful effects of using tobacco. During the program, the crew quizzed students on random tobacco trivia and gave away prizes to winners while they performed extreme stunts.

NHS Blood Drive

The National Honor Society held its semiannual blood drive on Wenesday, October 11. Everything went off without a hitch after more than 200 students signed up to donate blood. Some brave students even donated “double red,” a feat not for those with a weak constititution. This process differs from a regular donation in more ways than just the two pints to one donation size. When making a normal donation, donors give whole blood-which constists of red cells, plasma, and platelets. In a double blood donation, only the red blood cells are taken. NHS would like to thank all those who gave blood and the businesses who donated food to the drive.

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October 2006

Patrons 2006-2007 Tony Accordino Bill and Nancy Adams Ms. Allison The Babyak Family Monica Bandura The Barlow Family The Barnett Family Mike and Pepper Bates Patricia Bathurst Mr. and Mrs. Baxley The Beavers Family The Benyn Family The Berger Family Marla Bianco Joyce Bock Linda and Steve Borsani Amy Broadhurst Mike and Sue Buckson Buck and Kathy Budinscak Kathy Burton Richard Burton Casalinova Family Jeff Collins The Conley’s Ralph and Ellie Constantine Coudriet Family The Croyle Family The Csaky Family Dana’s Mom The Dee Family Shannon DeMita Greg and Ann Dennison Rebecca Dills The Duda Family Anita and Dennis Duhon Melissa Eaton (Wolpert) Bob and Kathie Engler Brad and Angie Ferguson Fernholz Family Frank and Laura Figliomeni Denise Forsyth David Fowler Joe and Wendy Gains Mark and Cheryl Gilbert Mr. Bill Goddard and Family Kim Goodson James J. Hamelic The Hamilton Family Ron and Pam Hammel The Hanna Family Roger L. Havens

The Henry Family Joel Hlavaty Debbie Hoover Jim and Robbie Hoover Todd and Amy Hoover The Hudson Family Matt and Kristin Hutchinson Dr. Michael A. Jack and Family Tim Jack Dave and Sandy Johnson Dick and Judi Jones Tim and Mary Jones David Justice Christopher and Marian Kauffman Mr. Larry Kaufman and Family Bruce and Sharon Keener Elizabeth Khoury Dwain Kibler Michael and Dawn Kovack Debbie and Gary Lake Amy LaMonica Jim and Karen Little Rich and Cheri Long Mr. and Mrs. Lumsden Paul and Kathy Macko John and Lynn Martin Mrs. Mathews Barbara McConnell The McCourt Family Steve and Sarah McIlvaine Tim and Judi McNutt Dan and Ann McPeek Ron Mendel Scott Mesick Doug and Laurie Mobley Bethany Mooney Bob and Pat Mooney Steve Moore Nancy Mueller Ralph and Karen Myers Mrs. Nedoh Kay Nied The O’Neil Family Todd and Kelly Osborn John Osolin Anthony and Wendy Pallija Ellery Patterson The Pavlik Family Edward Peltz Mike and Lisa Peyakov; Owners Wadsworth Whitehouse Chicken

Bill and Sharon Powell Mike and Katie Recupero Ron Richards Don and Alice Robinson The Rodrigo Family Denise Russo The Sarlouis Family Carl and Harve Scarbrough Mike Schmeltzer Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Seifert Keith and Michelle Serfass Mr. Shepherd Eric and Diane Smith Dan and Karen Snyder John and Eleanor Snyder Stano Family The Stoner Family Trish and Dave Swanson Bonnie and Kevin Sypolt Karen Taylor David and Laura Tenyak Curt and Nancy Thompson Tom Tucker Bev Valentine The Van Dyke Family Al and Donna Whitacre The Wienecke Family Brian Williams and Family Andy Wintersteller Gerry and Ann Wright Dave and Barbara Zuchniak

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Wadsworth Subway

WalMart Subway

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

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

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