The Bruin- October 2012

Wadsworth High School

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October 2012

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Ohio law makes texting, driving illegal

BY CHAD PEGRIM AND REBECCA ADAMS

According to a study by Car and Driver magazine, texting and driving is more dangerous than driving drunk.

The study compared texting and driving to other dangerous driving habits, such as reading e-mails and driving over the legal blood-alcohol concentration.

They conducted the study on a deserted air strip. The driver would first accelerate to 70 miles per hour, and proceed to hit the brakes at a line on the strip. The timer would start when he crossed the line and end when he hit the brakes.

The first driver was unimpaired. He reacted in 0.54 seconds. The driver

who was drunk took 6.38 seconds to brake. The driver who read e-mails took 50.94 seconds to brake. Lastly, the driver who composed and sent a text took 98.54 seconds.

“The numbers make sense because when you are texting, your eyes are not focused on the road; they are on the screen,” said Hosanna Jansen, 10.

Based on the results of the study, texting and driving is a dangerous and possibly fatal habit. It inhibits one’s ability to have a fast reaction time to a situation that needs immediate attention, such as stopped traffic.

As a result of the amount of deaths related to texting and driving, Governor Kasich, whose parents were killed by a drunk driver, signed

a bill on June 1, 2012, which aims to deter distracted driving.

The law took effect Aug. 31, 2012, with a six-month warning period.

Once the warning period is over on March 1, 2013, texting and driving will be a ticket-worthy offense.

The fine for texting and driving for teenagers will be $150, and a two month suspension of the offender’s license will be enforced. Multiple offenses can result in a $300 fine and loss of one’s license.

“That fine seems reasonable,” said Jake Hartman, 12.

Ohio is now on the list of more than 75 percent of states which have a law in effect against texting and driving.

Survey predicts diminishing turnout at national, local polls P o l i t i c i a n s a d d re s s v o t e r a p a t h y

BY REBECCA ADAMS

The Unlikely/Unregistered Voter Poll conducted in August

by USA Today and Suffolk University has shown that of the 225,499,000 eligible citizens in the United States, 90 million will likely pass up their right to cast a ballot in November.

In the 2008 general election, that number was 80 million.

For Medina County alone, of

the 126,072 eligible citizens at the time of the 2008 elections, 35,420 people did not vote.

According to Adam Friedrick, Medina County Commissioner, there are three reasons causing the indifference among citizens: “One, America has been so successful for so long that generations have come to believe that it will always be that way. Two, people do not respect the

right to vote like they should.

Three, people refuse to educate themselves about the candidates and feebly claim, ‘I do not like any of the candidates.’”

Of the 800 people who participated in the previously mentioned poll, 59 percent will not vote in the upcoming election because “nothing ever gets done; it is a bunch of empty promises,” 54 percent

PHOTO courtesy of MCT CAMPUS

Texting and driving injures nearly half a million Americans every year, according to Distraction.gov.

See “Diminishing”on page 10

What is your thought on school lunches? Also see lunch story on health page 14.

Billy, 11

Sophie, 9

Leslie, 10

I buy two lunches everyday, and I bring a packed lunch too.

I buy school lunches everyday because I do not have time to pack my own in the morning.

I think they should have more fruits and vegetables for students who have braces.

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David , 12 I do not buy school lunches because the lines are too long and I do not like the school food.

FANTASY TEACHER LEAGUE – page 4 IPhone 5 Apple makes significant changes to its new iPhone

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NFL VS. NCAA Ribbon cutting ceremony officially opens school.

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I buy if I forget to pack, usually I choose the salad bar option.

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High school teachers face off

photo courtesy of Glen Rutherford

Mr. Schmeltzer, Jr., Teacher

Students decide which league is more entertaining

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Brewin’ Debate

The time is now

Editorial

Homecoming has come and gone, the first nine weeks is halfway over, and now the fall sports season is coming to an end. Through the craziness of the new school and starting so late, I feel that our school spirit has been put on pause.

Last year at football and basketball games our student section was by far the most spirited. We had great senior leaders to start chants and to get the student section fired up.

Josh Kipfer, Brad Virgin, and Josh Weiss, were the known faces of the student section last year. Although we depended on them to help get the crowd loud, the juniors, sophomores, and freshman were a big contribution to the success.

This year, we have Dylan Galford, 12, Chris Joyce, 12, and Haley Hassinger. 12, making a great effort to bring back that unity.

E ditorial

The Bruin

October 2012 The problem is, none of the underclassmen are wanting to participate. The seniors can only yell so loud.

So why the sudden lack in school spirit?

Although we only have two football games left, we can still fight to bring back the student section we all know and love.

This will prepare us when basketball season arrives here shortly.

We at The Bruin encourage the student section to come together, open up, and enjoy the high school experience. We should not be afraid to show enthusiasm and join in the fun.

With all of the changes we have gone through it is obviously not easy to stay focused on school spirit. Yet, the spirit of our school is what made Wadsworth so special at the old school, and we can use the new school to make all of the changes our own.

This is our home and it is time we start making a mark.

Should high schoolers still trick-or-treat?

NO

YES

By Scott Campbell

by Devon Gilkerson

I do not think high school kids should still trick-or-treat. As a high school student, running around in a costume asking people for candy is absolutely absurd. We are all coming to the age in which trick-or-treating is just unacceptable.

The maturity level of a high school student should be higher than that of a twelve-year old.

Teenagers running around in scary costumes could also potentially spook the young children. It could also cause them emotional distress later in life.

Parents buy candy for the young children, not for the young men and women. The surplus of candy that these young children will be feasting on will continue to dwindle if the high school students continue to invade into the terrain of these young kids.

It is safe to assume the candy crusade could come to a hault if these pesky teens do not come to an abrupt stop. I fear for the future of the young trick-or-treaters along with Halloween if immature teenagers continue to cause this problem.

If a high schooler wants to trick-or-treat, they should feel more than welcome to do so. It is still socially acceptable, and I can not imagine a future where our rights to trick-or-treat would be revoked. The night of Halloween is the one night that us high schoolers can dress up however we want and not be judged.

The only high school students that do not trick-or-treat are “too mature.” In other words, they are dull, uninteresting people that have forgotten how to have fun. If only they would give it a shot one more time, they would realize what they have been missing out on.

The thrill of dressing up with your friends in intricate costumes with a whole night of adventure ahead is only one part of it. The multitude of candy is also a reason why so many teens still trick-or-treat. Although parents that hand out the candy may get angry at the sight of a teenage trick-or-treater on their doorstep, there is absolutely no reason that we can not be there. With this in mind, I hope that the number of high school trick-or-treaters will rise in the future.

N e w S c h o o l R e a c t i o ns

Dear Editor, The senior commons at the old school had a working TV, vending machines, and much more space to move around.

With this new school, the TV does not even work and to get something to eat or drink we have to go all the way down to the cafeteria. The tables are extremely crowded. There is plenty of space up there, the tables just need to be spread out more. This would help with the crowding problems quite a bit.

Paige Moore, 12 Dear Editor, I am writing you on how I feel about the setup of the new school. There are a lot of goods and bads about the school. I like how it is more of an organized school as far as classes go, but the lunch line is not organized

at all. The thing that bothers me the most is how far the lockers are from the classes. I would like for the tardy bell to be expanded another minute.

Hunter Williams, 11

Dear Editor, There is no courtyard which means there is no chance to go outside. We have that sidewalk outside of the building at the end of each wing that we go on during fire drills and I feel like we should be able to walk on it after classes. On top of not being able to go outside at all during the day, the windows do not even open so there is no chance for fresh air throughout the day. Last year at lunch, weather permitting, you would be able to go outside after you were done eating and hang out with your friends while waiting

for classes to start again. It was a nice break from being stuck inside all day during class.

Tyson Heideman, 10 Shannon Imber, 11

Dear Editor, It is starting to get really cold and it takes forever to walk to the front. They should keep the doors that are closest to the middle school open for us to come in, especially in the winter. No one wants to walk that far in rain or snow.

It is also hard when the busses get here late and we have to hurry and walk all the way to the front of the school so we are not late. It would be a lot easier to just have the doors open in the back so we can be less rushed and on time.

Anna Trogdon, 10

Aubrey Virgin, 10

Bruin Staff Editor-in-chief: Maggie Williams Associate Editor: Ally Malkowski Assistant Editor: Kayla Lockwood Managing Editors: Brooke Tittle, Jenny Wise, Kenny Tollett, and Clay Smalley Marketing Manager: Clay Smalley Front Page: Page Editor: Rebecca Adams Reporters: Chad Pegrim Editorial: Page Editor: Mathias Zollinger Reporters: Scott Campbell, Devon Gilkerson Entertainment: Page Editor: Grace Rhodes Reporter: Ryan Landolph Speakout: Page Editor: Nathan Pound Reporter: Sabrina Parsons Opinion 1: Page Editor: Sarah Berger Reporter: Hannah Neff Opinion 2: Page Editor: Leah Runkle Reporters: Matt Grey Features: Page Editor: Carly Cundiff Reporter: Katelyn Storad Health: Page Editior: Brooke Fick Reporter: Stephanie Herron News: Page Editor: Ari Jones Reporter: Jordan Schleigh Picture Pages: Editors: Kayla Sunkin, Brooke Tittle Sports 1: Page Editor: Dean Brennan Reporter: Erica Hantzsche Sports 2: Page Editor: Patrick Long Reporter: Connor Sherrill Of The Month: Page Editor: Jamie Witschey Reporter: Baylee Conrad Ads/Business Manager: Mathias Zollinger Assistant: Devon Gilkerson, Scott Campbell Adviser: John Gramuglia

Dear Editor, Our school has reduced the number of papers each student can use, leaving every student to print from home, and teachers encouraging electronic use of documents. Which brings me to the question, why are we unable to use smart phones, tablets and laptops in the school environment? Some surveys say 98% of all high school students have cell phones, tablets, and laptops. If we could access these technologies in the classroom it would prepare us even more for college as most colleges use these devices in the classroom.

Maddie Capron, 10 Dear Editor, I want the lunches to be a little better. Right now I am a little dissapointed when I go to buy

my lunch and there is nothing in there that I even want to look at. I think if they upgraded the lunches, more students would want to buy.

Nick Hewitt, 10

Dear Editor, I am writing to you regarding how I feel about the new school and its flaws.

One of the many things in the new school that I do not like is the cold climates in most of the classes. I have to wear a winter jacket or sweatshirt because of how cold it is.

Also, I dislike how our lights randomly turn off and on. I also do not like that there is not more parking and that we cannot hang anything on the walls.

Shane Mast, 10

Rory Finegan, 10

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 October issue. The staff will do its best to inform the student body and the community of intra-school, community or national events that affect the student body.

This paper provides on-the-job training for the staff members. All decisions are made by the staff members with the advice and suggestions of the adviser.

The school administration works closely with the staff to ensure accuracy. We, as the students of journalism, hold the same rights and the same responsibilities as professional journalists as we strive for professional standards. These rights include the right to print any material that is not libelous, obscene or excessively disruptive to the school process.

The Bruin will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of religion, color, creed or sex. The staff members accept full responsibility for everything appearing in this publication. The staff strongly encourages students to express their opinions through the letters to the editor column, which is printed every month. The staff also encourages the members of the community to express their opinion as well. Space permitting, all letters will be printed. Because the staff accepts the responsibility for the contents of the paper, we must reserve the right to edit or omit any portion of any letter. All letters must be signed, but the name will be withheld upon request.

N ews A word from our

principal

October 2012

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Newest Grizzly takes shape from local artist

BY ARIANNA JONES

Local artist Mick Wood of Akron, Ohio, was given a mission: sculpt a Grizzly bear for the high school. The bear took Wood about five months with hours of hard work put in every day.

Now the school has a mission: Give the new bear a name.

different sculptures featured in movies such as Michael Bay’s 1998 hit, Armageddon.

Many students agree that the bear really adds to the fiery passion within the student body.

“The realistic sculpture really demonstrates our hard core Grizzly pride here in Wadsworth. We are the real deal,” said Matt Alic, 12.

Name the newest Grizzly: First, I want to thank our student body again for a great opening of school. Dealing with multiple changes can be taxing emotionally and physically, but as Wadsworth students tend to do very well, you adapted and adjusted to our new building dynamics and all the nuances that have come with it.

Second, we recently passed the halfway mark of the first grading period.

Are you focused on learning? Are you doing the work to achieve high marks in each class? If you are college bound, it is important to maintain a good portfolio of who you are academically: building or sustaining a solid GPA (over a 3.0); taking classes on your transcript that demonstrate rigor, such as AP, Honors, and PSEOP classes; sustain great attendance; doing your best on the ACT or SAT entrance exams; and most importantly learning the material bone-deep, not just through memorization or to pass a certain quiz/test.

Your life as a busy student requires you to perform as professionals do in areas of time management, organizational skills, and prioritizing what is important. As a teenager, don’t confuse what is important with what is “fun”, although it is important that you do continue to find appropriate enjoyment while being a high school student.

We have two important academic dates soon approaching.

On Monday, Nov. 5, we will celebrate our student’s academic success from the 2011-12 school year with our annual Academic Awards Ceremony. Students will receive academic letters, certificates of recognition, and presented on stage at the O.J. Work Auditorium. The ceremony begins at 7:00 p.m.

If you are invited to attend to be recognized, please clear your busy schedule to be present.

We also will induct our newest members into the National Honor Society on Tuesday, Nov. 20, again starting at 7:00 p.m.

This ceremony may be in our new Performing Arts Center (PAC) at WHS. In conclusion, please continue to plan ahead and be prepared to succeed in every class you take during this school year. It is YOUR responsibility to do so.

Remember the 5 P’s – Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance!

We are . . . Wadsworth!

Mr. Parsons

Your Name: “Everyone likes a challenge at times, so this gave me the inspiration to prove to myself that, yes, I can do a bear, a big Grizzly bear. So that is one of the reasons why I put a lot of love and care into sculpting this Grizzly along with a face that I wanted everyone to be proud of at the school,” said Wood.

The bear, located in the main entrance of the building, is one of many sculptures created by Wood. He also worked on many

Home-

The bear remains nameless at the moment, but The BRUIN staff along with Wood is holding a contest to name the new Grizzly.

“I heard everyone loves him, and I cannot wait to hear what name the students and staff will come up with for him. A big thanks to you all for picking me to be the artist to make your bear out of so many great artists, and GO GRIZZLIES!” said Wood.

Fill out the form above to submit a name that best suits the bear and return to room 1403.

Construction shakes school

BY CHAD PEGRIM

Students around the school have been noticing an erratic and low-frequency rumbling.

The rumbling is distracting, and teachers and students in most of the school have been affected negatively by this phenomenon.

“It makes me ill,” said Mrs. MacDowell.

In the student parking lot, construction workers have been taking steps toward leveling the lot and laying down a base of gravel to pave over.

First, a truck brings in a load of gravel and pours it out. Then, a bulldozer spreads out the gravel evenly over sections of the parking lot. The final step is when the steam roller flattens the gravel down into a solid base for the black top to lay over.

The construction workers made their way from the back of the lot to the front. As the construction got closer to the school, the halls began to rumble and shake.

Certain heavy machinery, such as a steam roller, can move ground as well as air in the form of low-frequency sound waves.

Lower frequencies are less likely to be dispersed by walls of buildings.

Construction becomes a problem when in close proximity to a large building such as a school.

Low- frequency vibrations can have health consequences such as stress, dizziness and nausea.

However, this is only after long-term exposure. The building is at a safe distance so that damaging effects, like cracks in the structure of the high school, are avoided. Students are not at risk for a more serious illness or irritation.

“The vibration got so bad that I had to ask to move to a different desk,” said Kennedy Copeland, 12.

Sometime in the future when the construction is finished, the effect of construction near the school will no longer be an issue.

PHOTO BY JOHN GRAMUGLIA

Sculptor, Mick Wood, presents the bear with his mother there for his support.

NEWS BRIEFS National Merit Scholarship Program Semi-Finalists Announced Three Seniors Receive Honor On Sept. 12, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced the names of approximately 16,000 Semifinalists in the 58th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented high school seniors have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 8,300 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $32 million dollars. Wadsworth High School is proud to announce that three seniors have earned the title of Semifinalist for 2013. The seniors are Grace Cammarn, Samuel Drury, and Alan McPherson. Congratulations to each student!

WHS Recognized by U.S .News & World Report as Top High School Wadsworth High School has received recognition through an annual report issued by US News & World Report. The recognition is a “Bronze” designation as one of the top public high schools in the U.S.

Tribe gets new chief After a difficult losing streak this season, Indians pick up Terry Francona, a new manager to replace Manny Acta, who was let go on Sept. 27.

Ribbon cutting ceremony

A dedication ceremony was held at Wadsworth High School on Sept. 17, 2012 in honor of the new building. The ceremony included talks by Superintendent Dr. Dale Fortner, Project Administrator Bill Courson and school board President, Jim McIlvaine. The marching band was a big contributor to the festivities.

Lincoln Elementary earns 2012 National Blue Ribbon Wadsworth City School Lincoln Elementary was named a 2012 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence by the United States Department of Education. Lincoln Elementary is one of only 13 outstanding public schools from Ohio to receive the 2012 National Blue Ribbon Schools award.

American hero dies, legend lives on

BY JORDAN SCHLEIGH

One of the most recognized astronauts, Neil Armstrong, will always be associated with his famous first steps on the moon that took the nation’s breath away, but he, himself, has taken his last breath.

Some remember him as a great husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend; however, most remember him as the first man to walk on the moon.

Neil Alden Armstrong passed away on Saturday, Aug. 25 at the age of 82 in Cincinnati, Ohio.

“We are heartbroken to share the news that Neil Armstrong has passed away following complications resulting from cardiovascular procedures. He had undergone heart surgery

with no complications during the procedure. His sudden death was a surprise to all,” said the Armstrong family in a recent interview with CNN. Before Armstrong made history in 1969, he was an aerospace engineer, naval aviator, university professor and served as a naval officer during the Korean War. There was not a defining moment when Armstrong decided to become an astronaut, but in 1958 he was chosen to be in the U.S. Air Force’s, Man In Space Soonest program. The selection lead him to be one of seven pilotengineers selected to fly into space.

After orbiting the moon in the Gemini 8, Gemini 11 and Apollo 8, Armstrong was offered to be the commander of Apollo 11.

On July 20, 1969 at 8:17 p.m., Armstrong landed on the moon and transmitted, “Houston, Tranquility Base here. The Eagle has landed.” At 2:56 a.m., Armstrong took the first step on the moon and following were the famous words, “That is one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind.”

Armstrong had done the impossible and made the decision that he had made his last flight into space.

After Armstrong’s space career, he acted as a spokesman for several businesses, taught in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Cincinnati, divorced and remarried and lived in Cincinnati until the day he died.

As described by the White

PHOTO COURTESY OF MCT CAMPUS

Neil Armstrong’s NASA photo I.D, taken July 1, 1969.

House, Armstrong was “among the greatest of American heroes — not just of his time, but of all time.”

Although Armstrong has passed away, what he accomplished in his life will never die.

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O PINION 1

THE BRUIN

October 2012

Fantasy teacher league

Teachers drafted into fantasy league, pitted against each other

Opinion By hannah

Do you love fantasy leagues?

Do you enjoy school? If you said yes to either one of these questions, then you are in luck.

You can now see them both together every month in your high

school newspaper.

It is time for Fantasy Teacher League!

This does not actually involve football, but is based off of the idea of the Fantasy Football League.

The teachers were chosen randomly, and a bracket was made. On the last issue of The Bruin, you can vote for your favorite teacher to win.

Being a part of The Bruin, we want everyone to be involved: teachers, students, tutors, everyone.

“This sounds really fun and I

cannot wait for the outcome! I love football and I love school so why not combine both?” said Kiersten Castner, 11.

“I am not the biggest fan when it comes to football, but this sounds fun,” said Emily Triplett, 10.

“I bet this will be an awesome page to look at. I cannot wait to see who wins,” said Hope Leonhard, 11.

Look out for a new update each month to see which teachers continue in the competition and which ones do not.

“This sounds like a lot of fun!

Hopefully everything works out for this. I cannot wait to see which teacher wins,” said Dominic Cart, 11.

In each issue, we will show you who is winning and losing, and who will go onto the semi-finals and finals.

We would like to thank the teachers here at Wadsworth High School for going above and beyond with their jobs. We would also like for the student body to know that we are lucky to have their help and dedication toward our education.

League

Mr. Jurey

Mr. Callaghan

Mrs. Csaky

Mrs. Beavers

Semi-Final 1

Semi-Final 2

FINAL

Mrs. North

Mrs. Farr

PHOTO BY HANNAH NEFF

Mrs. North is ready for the competition against the other teachers.

Mr. Flaherty

Bracket

Mr. Yaggi

Jurey, Csaky face off Opinion By Sarah

My match up for October puts Mr. Jurey against Mrs. Csaky.

This month The Bruin staff picks who wins; the rest of the months, the student body will have the chance to pick.

Mr. Jurey Jurey, also known as the ‘Bill Nye’ of his generation, graciously decided to take his talents to our good old high school after graduation. I have never heard

Photo by Sarah Berger

Mr. Jurey flashes a senior picture-esque smile in his second floor classroom.

a negative word about this exemplary biology teacher, and students love Jurey for a wide variety of reasons.

“He was a lot better than my teacher last year,” said Zach Frank, 10. There is nothing better than having a great teacher after suffering through a class with a

Photo by Sarah Berger

Mrs. Csaky festively poses with her high class name plate.

teacher you hate. “He is a really laid back teacher, and he is pretty funny,” said Bailey Conrad, 10.

Mrs. Csaky This English and Theatre Arts teacher is also a student favorite.

Her off the wall lessons, which include the occasional impromptu performance, make for an exciting

class. She may seem intimidating in the beginning, but students quickly grow to love her.

“She was so scary at first, but I love her now! She made me laugh so hard during class,” said Amanda Davies, 12.

As well as being a great teacher, Csaky is a leader in the

drama department, helping in the creation and direction of fabulous plays every year.

So, who will win?

It is an extremely close call, but Jurey has a secret weapon: his double tricep tattoo. The tricep tattoo has long been known as a sign of extreme manliness, and having two basically makes him untouchable.

“Nice! Mrs. Csaky has got nothing on me,” said Jurey of his success.

Csaky definitely put up a valiant effort in this round, but it was not enought to beat Jurey.

Look out for Jurey to seek victory yet again in the SemiFinal round. Good luck to Mr. Callaghan and Mrs. Beavers next month, and to the rest of the teachers competing this year.

O PINION 2

THE BRUIN

October 2012

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Truth that frightens residents OPINION BY MATT

Halloween has always been a favorite childhood holiday, but how do you know when you are pushing the limit of what age to celebrate it? Like you, I have pondered this question before. To help out, I compiled a standard list to go by simply named:

You might be too old to celebrate Halloween if...

-You appreciate the houses that hand out water bottles because this is the most exercise you have done in awhile.

-You go to other neighborhoods with the idea that nobody will recognize you.

-Your mom is fine with you staying out until nine.

-You actually know the lyrics to “Thriller”, not just the chorus.

-You grow a beard as part of your costume.

-When tag-teaming with your younger sibling, people question if it is your kid.

-The rush of taking two pieces from the ‘take one’ jar does not happen.

-You are no longer heartbroken when the tiny princess ahead of you takes the last full size

Hershey bar.

-You decline any invitation to a party because it is the same hours as your Trick-or-Treat.

-You could be charged as an adult for partaking in any pranks.

-When you cut through yards to save time between houses, the cops are called for trespassing.

-Chris Hanson from Dateline NBC opens the door.

-You have to make your own Spiderman costume because the ones at Walmart are only made so big.

-You map out your development for optimal candy in the shortest amount of time.

-If you used trigonometry in the previous problem.

-You can not be out too late because you have AP homework.

-You get a polar pop before you start walking.

-One of your classmates opens the door and laughs.

-You think you have beat the system by just wearing your school clothes but people just assume you are dressed as one of the members from Jersey Shore.

-You honestly try to beat the system of already getting free stuff.

-Your teacher opens the door and responds with, “Are you kidding me?”

-Having a real tattoo only adds to the biker look you were going for.

-Your parents do not look through your loot for any potentially pre-opened candy.

-There is not enough candy to last you until Christmas.

-After receiving your candy, you discuss the current Browns position and upcoming games.

-You can eat all your candy in

You might be too old to go Trick-or-Treating if... “ Marching band practice “ You have to ask someone runs too late.” to push your wheelchair.”

-Jordan Perrin, 10 -Alyssa Hopkins, 9 “You want to skip an ACT prep course so you can trick-or-treat.”

-Haley Alishusky, 11

“You have to ask to get off work to go trick-ortreating.”

-Kelsey Shreve, 9

“You are taller than the “You think carrots are an person giving you candy.” appropriate treat.”

-Heather Sommer, 9 -Sydney Gray, 9 “You cannot eat caramels “ You have to take the kids because it will rip your you baby-sit with you.”

-Brandon Bauer, 9 dentures out.”

-Makayla Sitko, 10 “You have been around so long that you already look scarier than your costume.”

-Lucas West, 12

“Your laugh and wrinkles on your face could actually pass as a real witch.”

-Rebecca West, 9

one sitting.

-You wear leggings as part of your costume.

-People refuse your candy service claiming, “you have had enough.”

-You tweet about how trick-or -treating is going.

-You hash-tag the current statement ‘YOLO’.

-While Trick-or-Treating, kids ask you for candy.

-You think you are bad after walking through a garage haunted house without even flinching.

-When criticized by your peers, you change your facebook status to “haters gonna hate”.

-You will wear whatever costume as long as it is sleeveless.

-Your driving instructor opens the door.

-People ask if you are collecting candy for a sick sibling

or something.

-You are upset with kids calling you Jacob when your sole intention was just to be a werewolf.

If you thought to yourself, yeah, I have done that, do not worry.

There are plenty of other ways to enjoy this holiday without having to put your pride on the line.

Something as simple as inviting some friends to have a costume party could be a perfect solution for wanting to celebrate when you are past the trick-ortreating days.

If you do not want to throw a party, just enjoy a few classic horror movies such as Halloween, The Shining, or even Friday the 13th.

Haunted houses are a perfect way to spend Halloween, and if you see someone you know, you

will not have to come up with an excuse as to what you are doing.

Halloweekends at Cedar Point has started, so this one is definitely a double win. The rides are amazing and you can get your dose of Halloween spirit there between the atmosphere and scare zones.

The last option is to just stay home and pass out candy. This is not as exciting as the choices previously mentioned but at least you can reminisce on the days when society deemed it okay for you to dress up and run around to strangers houses for the hopes of free candy. Does not sound as innocent as it was back then, huh?

No matter if you do go out or stay in this Halloween season, I hope this article has helped you to make a decision.

Freshmen search for school spirit opinion by leah

Every year freshmen are faced with the intimidation of a new school, harder schedules and upperclassmen.

The freshmen lookup to the juniors, and especially the seniors, as role models. Freshmen look to upperclassmen not only for academic and friendship advice but for spirit tips, too.

The Grizzly student section is easily the best in the league.

You can see sophomores, juniors and seniors going all-out for every theme.

Upperclassmen try to out do each other for the craziest and most creative way to show off the theme.

“Themes are fun because it gives people something to look forward to, and it allows us to become united,” said Chris Joyce, 12.

Unfortunately, a lot of freshmen are not sure how to dress up for a theme and often end up playing it safe with an American Eagle hoodie. Many freshmen are embarrassed to dress crazy in front of their peers and the public for themes like beach, pajama and camouflage.

Upperclassmen do not think twice about going all-out for a theme and neither should freshmen. If there is a red out, be head to toe in red: red shoes, red socks, red pants, red shirts and spray your hair red. Do not be ashamed of school spirit;

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Connor, 9, and Erin, 9, dress up for back-to-school theme.

the more you have, the better.

Another way freshmen can show school spirit is by participating in chants. Helping your class out during the “do it” chant will only make your class louder as a whole, which will help to reach the goal: being the loudest class. Although there is no award for being the loudest class, it gets everyone pumped up to support our school sports teams.

Freshmen can also become more involved with Grizzly spirit by learning the cheers the student section does with the cheerleaders.

Our cheerleaders do so much for our spirit and doing cheers with them shows how much we appreciate them.

“If I was in the stands, I would definitely participate in the chants and do all of the themes,” said cheerleader Abbie Blankenship, 9.

It is a privilege to do themes, and it is also a privilege the student section lost last year. The students fought to get that privilege back, so we should all take advantage of being able to do themes. Everyone will enjoy games more if we all

are cheering together as a team and dressed up for the theme.

Not all freshmen are afraid of going all-out for a theme.

Freshmen Haley Witchsey says she constantly tries to get her friends to do all of the themes for football games.

For freshmen that are not afraid to go all-out for a theme, get your friends to join you!

Matching and coordinating outfits can make people feel less embarrassed about what they are wearing. Find a group of friends and plan out an outfit for every theme. Knowing a group of people are dressed just as out of the ordinary as you will make you and your friends feel more comfortable.

The best attitude to have about school spirit is: “Team spirit over everything,” said Noah Baughman, 9.

Being apart of the student section will make your high school experience more fun than what it is already going to be; take it from upperclassmen who have experienced this first hand.

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Despite the rain, cold and a tough 21-9 loss, fans devoted themselves to represent their school for the homecoming game.

Major plays were made by Luis Escudero, with three field goals. Martice Jackson had a 60 yard run to the Green 33 yard line.

By half time the score was 14-6. Through great efforts, the Grizzles could not make

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a come back to defeat the Bulldogs.

“We had our chances, but we could not finish them. I can not fault our effort, we had great effort, we just could not finish,” said Coach Greg Dennison.

The defeat however did not affect the spirits of the student section. All were keeping hopes high.

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“We just have to try and rebound for next week. We still have three games to go and maybe we can change the results,” Coach Dennison also said.

Although the homecoming game did not end the way some wished, the fans were able to make it a great night and a memorable weekend.

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The Poisoned Apple, a super sweet treat for whole family

BY CARLY CUNDIFF

The classic Disney story Snow White and the Seven Dwarves gets a fun twist in the first drama production of the year, The Poisoned Apple. With a hairless, fashion conscious queen, the beautiful Snow White, and of course, the seven dwarves, this play is fun for the whole family.

Based on the classic Brothers Grimm story, the play centers around a Peace Conference thrown by Queen Drunella. She intends to stun the conference with her beauty. All those intentions come crashing down when the beautiful and charming Snow White shows up. A prince

in disguise, a wise cracking cat and a magic mirror that only tells the truth also make an appearance.

The Poisoned Apple stars Rosie Baxley, 12, as Snow White and Mina Hoffman, 11, as Queen Drunella. In last year’s children’s play, Baxley played the evil step mother in Storybook Reunion Murders.

“It is really different, last year being evil and this year being good. I like that I get to be my real personality this time, where last time I had to be the opposite of my personality. I enjoy creating different characters; it is fun for me,” said Baxley.

Hoffman is also very excited

about The Poisoned Apple.

“I am a diva, so it is fun being evil. I love the feeling of opening night, with the nervous excitement of being behind the curtain and hearing the audience.

Theater is like a mosquito bite; You just need to scratch the itch.”

Logan Boyer, 11, considers her role as Magic Mirror key.

“The mirror helps Drunella with her sinister plans,” said Boyer.

Although Hoffman and Baxley are the two leads, many other characters help to make this play a success. Hosanna Jansen, 10, is excited about her small but important role.

“I play Lady Rosette who

helps show that Queen Drunella is mean and oppressive,” said Jansen.

Minor characters include Haley Alishusky, 11, who plays the source of comic relief in the form of a French tour guide, and Mike Kurnot, 11, who plays Hector, one of the infamous seven dwarves.

“The audience can look forward to a lot of fun. There is a twist at the end, but you have to come see the show!” said director Ms. Mary Beth Baxley.

With quick-witted characters and tons of talent, The Poisoned Apple is a hit in the making. The play shows Nov. 1-3 at OJ Work Auditorium.

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consider politics corrupt, and 42 percent do not understand the difference between Democrats and Republicans.

When asked about any importance voting in an election has, Seth Morgan, former member of the Ohio House of Representatives, deemed the right to vote as the most direct way a person can participate in maintaining the liberty he or she has been given.

He further explained, “For liberty to work and be maintained, the people must play the critical role in that circle of restraint.”

Morgan also claimed, “While many [people] feel their vote does not count, they [the votes] clearly do—not just in national politics, such as Bush versus Gore in 2000, but even in local politics.”

Demonstrating the impact a single vote has on a local level, when Morgan ran for his ward’s seat in the Huber Heights, Ohio, City Council Race in 2001, he was the winner of the position by three votes.

Morgan pointed out that because of his seven year tenure on the City Council, the roughly 40,000 people of Huber Heights are “still directly affect[ed]” because of “many policies that I supported and did not support.”

The voters of Wadsworth will have decisions to make as they go to the polls and face two local issues: the renewal of the EMS levy and an additional levy for the library.

The library had an additional tax levy fail in March of this year by 424 votes, or almost eight percent of the votes cast.

As the Huber Heights election results illustrate, the possibility

for single, double or triple digit margins deciding the outcome of the levies exists.

Mayor Robin Laubaugh encourages the residents of Wadsworth to get to the polls in November because “It is our duty and privilege to vote…this is a critical time in our nation’s history and it is important for us to choose the best leaders for our country’s future.”

She also suggests ways for teenagers who are still too young to vote to get involved in the electoral process: “[Become] informed about the issues on a national, state, county, and local level. Pay attention in government class!

Learning about our government and how it works will prepare you for the time you are able to vote.”

More specifically, Commissioner Friedrick recommends contacting a local political group that best mirrors your principles and values: “Teenagers can make phone calls, pass out literature and help at political events. It sounds cliché, but young people are the future. The need for a solid foundation begins now.”

Morgan was 23 when he became a member of the Huber Heights City Council.

His reasons for entering politics at such an age were centered on complacent citizens that chose not to educate themselves about what makes America unique, but instead complain about their culture, community or country. He inquired, “Let me ask you—not what inspires you—but what will it take for you to defend the liberty you have been given?”

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44 new students adjust to unfamiliar surroundings

BY KATELYN STORAD

While walking down unknown hallways, unknown faces appear from all around the country.

Within the 1600 students at the high school, 44 are new students to the school system and are adding to the Grizzly spirit this year.

Not only do they have to adjust to a new school, they also have to make new friends.

Walking around school and seeing so many new faces is an opportunity for the returning student body and the new students to meet different people during this school year.

The new students all have their opinions on how they are adjusting to their new surroundings.

“I am adjusting better than I thought I would be because I am meeting a lot of new people,” said Keith Banach, 11.

Everyone’s first day is always hectic: new classes, finding friends and getting used to the school routine again. For the returning students, it is a little bit easier, already knowing most of the people that are around. The new students, however, have a bit

more of a challenge.

Adjusting to the new school has been different for each student.

Some have had more trouble, but are learning to adjust. Coming from a different school makes you notice differences between the new school and the old.

“There are a lot of differences.

Everyone at my old school pretty much just wore backpacks to class, not the Vera Bradley or other purses,” said Michaela Blom, 11.

Many of the new students have noticed that the high school is much bigger than their old school.

The new students are coming from many different schools in and out of Ohio. Some of these schools include North High in Illinois, Ellet High, Sacred Heart, Theodore Roosevelt in Kent and many others.

Spotting out these new faces may be difficult with how many students go to this school. To help learn about some of them, here are a couple facts.

Calvin Fick: Calvin is a freshman this year coming from Sacred Heart here in Wadsworth.

He likes the school and thinks it is really fun so far.

Cheyenne Miller: Cheyenne is a sophomore this year coming from Ellet High School. She is learning to adjust to the new school and thinks the people and teachers are very nice.

Michaela Blom: Michaela is a junior this year coming from Theodore Roosevelt in Kent. She is looking forward to finding clubs to get involved in the school.

Keith Banach: Keith is also a junior this year and is coming from Weaton North High School in Illinois. He says that this school is a lot bigger than his old school and is glad that everyone is friendly and very helpful.

Coming to a new school can be frightening. Trying to find new friends and finding all of the classes is not always easy either.

It helps if the new students feel welcome.

So far it seems all of the new students are finally settling in. This high school is always welcoming to all new students.

Starting in a new school can be hard so when spotting these new faces in the hallways, teachers and administration encourage to say hello and to give these new students a warm welcome!

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Reality singing competitions battle for spotlight

BY GRACE RHODES

As television networks begin to air the fall premieres, audiences are exposed to countless reality singing competitions. The most popular returning shows include FOX’s series, American Idol and The X-Factor, as well as NBC’s, The Voice. Each network adds its own spin on the classic competition.

American Idol will return this

star Keith Urban, R&B-pop artist Mariah Carey, pop-rapper Nicki Minaj, and music-producer Randy Jackson.

“American Idol is by far the best because it was the original, and the contestants are the most talented.

Also, my best friend Alec plans to try out, and I want to support him,” said Owen McDevitt, 11.

The X-Factor, produced by exAmerican Idol judge Simon Cowell, premiered its second season in the

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As networks air their fall premiers, television reality singing competitions The Voice, American Idol, and The X-Factor battle for ratings and viewers.

January for its season 12, once again traveling across the nation to find the most talented up-andcoming music stars.

After weeks of comedic auditions, viewers are given the opportunity to vote for which contestant they believe should win the ultimate prize—a record deal and management contract with a major label.

The final 10 contestants are awarded with a paid gig in the American Idol Tour. As of season eight, judges also have the ability to save one contestant from elimination. This year the judges represent a broad range of musical genres, including country

United States on Sept. 12.

In this series, contestants audition for the first time not only in front of the judges’ panel— this year composed of pop stars Britney Spears and Demi Lovato as well as producers L.A. Reid and Simon Cowell—but also in front of a live audience. The audience’s enthusiasm, and eventually its votes, determines which lucky starlet will win a five million dollar recording contract.

Singers selected to compete are separated into the four categories of Boys, Girls, Groups, and Over Thirties, each category receiving a judge to act as mentor. In this way, The X-Factor additionally poses

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as a competition to see which judge can successfully progress most of his or her acts to the finals.

The Voice, which also premiered its second season in early September, literally adds a new spin on the competition with rotating chairs.

In order to discover talent based solely on vocal ability and not appearance, the judges face away from the stage as contestants audition. If a judge is impressed by the performance, he or she presses a button that causes his or her chair to turn and face the stage, and the contestant becomes a member of that judge’s team. For this reason, Tara Mihocka, 9, believes The Voice is the most unique of the competitions.

In the case that more than one judge claims the performer, the contestant is given the opportunity to choose which judge—Adam Levine, Cee Lo Green, Christina Aguilera, or Blake Shelton—will act as his or her coach. The coaches then decide who will advance to the finals by posing team members against one another and having them perform the same song.

Once the top artists are selected, they battle live for viewers’ votes, which will ultimately determine who takes home the grand prize of a recording contract.

“It just kind of goes to show that you can make the same show over and over again, and people will still watch it,” said Connor Cain, 12.

Nonetheless, viewers remain faithful to their favorite reality singing competition series.

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Apple revolutionizes world of technology

BY RYAN LANDOLPH

Apple has made many improvements to the iPhone since the first was released in 2007. The company created and marketed five new models following the release of its first smart phone. In September, Apple drew millions across the nation to their nearest wireless providers to purchase the brand new iPhone 5.

Apple released the first generation iPhone, or 2G, in 2007; this was its first smart phone to be put out on the market. A year later, the company released the iPhone 3G which allowed for faster downloading and extended coverage.

After the 3G, the iPhone 3GS, a design built specifically to increase speed, was revealed. In 2009, Apple marketed the fourth generation iPhone, or 4G; a new steel frame surrounded the phone, and FaceTime was added. The iPhone 4S was released a year later, ‘S’ standing for Siri, the voice activated assistant on the phone itself.

“I never had a smart phone, but now I rely on it. I have my calender and other important stuff on it,” said Mr. Lynn about the 4S. All of the huge advancements

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The iPhone 5 doubled the iPhone 4’s preorder sales in just one week.

lead to Sept. 21, when the iPhone 5 shattered smart phone purchase records all over the country. The major advancements in the iPhones have been seen in the 3G, 4G, and 5. iPhone 3G: The dimensions of the 3G are not much different from the first generation, but it was a little more rounded. The screen also gets hotter quicker. However, the technology is much more advanced. The downloading speeds are much faster, and 3G service is available in many more places. However, AT&T is the only provider that sells the phone.

iPhone 4G: The major changes from the 3G to the 4G include faster processing and video calling known as FaceTime. A new operating system is also introduced; Verizon and Sprint include the 4G as their first Apple smart phone available to their users. iPhone 5: Apple’s most advanced smart phone yet, the iPhone 5, has improvements in every place possible. Major changes include a thinner and lighter design, a much faster wireless network, and an improved camera capable of taking better pictures.

“The phone is pretty cool. It is lighter and faster, but the really annoying feature is that as soon as I take my phone out, everyone and their grandma wants to hold and touch my phone,” said CJ Gaponenko, 12.

Bri Clendaniel, 11, can not wait to get the phone as she has watched the release videos at least fifty-three times!

Apple has created phones that have changed the world of technology forever. Nothing is going to stop them from making even better phones in the future.

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Volleyball spikes into making history

BY ERICA HANTZSCHE

Volleyball is making history again. It may not be a contact sport, but it is one of the most competitive and intense girls sports around, especially in Wadsworth and Medina County.

After losing valuable seniors such as Rachel Jones and Alyssa Horton, some had their doubts, but the team is able to declare that it can handle the pressure.

The girls christened the new gym with a win over the familiar

Highland Hornets on Sept. 20.

“I loved playing in the new gym!” exclaimed Haley Witschey, 9.

During the game Haley Beavers had 32 assists, Rachel Goddard had 24 digs, and Jodi Johnson and Peyton Booth each had 13 kills.

They came out on top, winning three sets with the scores of 2518, 25-23 and 25-22, respectively.

The varsity girls are led by their determined coach, Jill Quayle, who has been coaching the team for three years with her assistant

coach and dad, Bill Quayle. The JV team is coached by Jen Uhl, a former Wadsworth graduate, and the freshman team is coached by Erin McArdle.

The girls are ranked 11th in the OHSVCA Division I state poll.

At the peak of their season, this Grizzly team had a winning streak of 16 games. The girls also took ahold of the Suburban League Title by demolishing Revere, who was three games behind the title.

The teams that the girls have lost to are Stow and Walsh Jesuit,

who are ranked 14th and 13th in Division I, respectively.

Teams that the girls dominated include: Medina, Copley, Cloverleaf, Brunswick, Green, Hudson and Tallmadge.

The Suburban League Champion title will become just another label to the team.

“We are having a lot of fun and we are doing it together. Although I am a freshman, I am really close with everyone on the team, and I could not ask for a better group of girls,” said Jodi Johnson,

9, according to the Medina Gazette.

The girls all supplied hard work and determination to help earn the number one seed in the Barberton district. This has been just another promising regular season, with a promising post season to come.

“It was a very approving season, and we all gained skill along the way,” said Jenna Johnson, 9.

The girls begin postseason play this week.

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Haley, 12, sets up to hit the ball during a game against Highland.

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Erin, 11, dives to save the ball in the last minutes of the Highland game.

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Taylor , 11, serves the ball to the other team during the Volley for the Cure game.

NFL vs. NCAA football continues historic debate

BY DEAN BRENNAN

It is an age old sports question, do fans prefer to watch the NFL or NCAA football? This question has been debated for years, and valid arguments have been presented for both sides. The debate can be broken down into five sections: passion, tradition, rivalries, championships, and teams.

The NCAA was built on school tradition. The traditions range from dotting the “i” at Ohio State, to the 12th man at Texas A&M. The list is endless. College players pride themselves on having passion for their school and team.

NFL teams have their traditions as well, including the terrible towl of Pittsburgh and the cheese heads of Green Bay to name a few.

College teams have many more recognizable traditions, and fans get more involved in them.

“The college athletes are not paid (legally), so they are not motivated by money, just for the pride of the school,” said Connor Vanfleet, 12.

NFL athletes are paid millions of dollars to play the sport and are motivated by that money.

Money motivates the professional players to do well, whereas the college players only have their passion for their schools to motivate them to win.

No game in the regular season is more important than when rivals fight to bring honor to their team. Rivalries are huge in college. The atmosphere when Auburn and Alabama play each other is electric. Fans are either

“Roll Tide” or “War Eagle”. There is no middle ground. According to Kaile Pappas, 10, NCAA rivalries are more intense and fun to watch than professional rivalries. There are more college rivalries to look forward to than those in the

NFL. N F L rivalries date back to the creation of the league back in 1920s. The longest and most recognizable rivalry in the NFL is between the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears. These two have been duking it out since 1921 and are approaching 180 games.

When asked about NFL rivalries, senior Matt Alic said, “My favorite team is the Green Bay Packers, and there is no greater feeling than when we beat

the Bears.”

Fans are devoted to their teams and love to see them beat their rivals.

In the NCAA, Division 1 teams play in the FBS, or Football Bowl Subdivision. The teams play post-season bowl games, and the champions of six conferences receive bids to the BCS, or Bowl Championship Series. A national champion can then be determined.

The NFL championship, on the other hand, has been the most watched television broadcast for years. Super Bowl Sunday has become a household tradition and is now the second largest day for food consumption, behind Thanksgiving.

When asked whether he preferred to watch NCAA bowl games or the Super Bowl, Junior, Kyle Prunty responded, “The Super Bowl for sure. It has become a holiday in my house!”

Most would agree that the NFL gets the win in this category.

There are 119 Division 1-A schools and 119 Division 1-AA schools that compete in the NCAA. Much differently from college, the NFL only has 32 teams. A couple big name college teams are Ohio State, Oregon, and Auburn. Some well known NFL teams include the Patriots, Steelers, and the infamous Cleveland Browns.

Everyone who watches football, whether it be college or professional, has their favorite teams.

Sophomore Eric Suboticki prefers to watch the NFL because he has always loved watching Tom Brady and the Patriots play.

Professional teams are generally more well known among people.

There is one additional advantage that gives the NFL an edge over the NCAA in the debate.

That advantage is fantasy football.

For those that do not know, fantasy football is an online competition where people can manage professional players and become managers of their own teams.

There are leagues where people can bet with real or fake money.

Fantasy football makes the NFL immensely popular.

Talk of leagues can be heard throughout the halls of Wadsworth from students and teachers alike. Every fall, somewhere between 30 and 35 million people participate in fantasy football leagues. One source even claims the number is as high as 47 million. The best part about fantasy football is that those who play can’t get injured,

fired, or put on waivers.

“My fantasy football team gives me a reason to watch more NFL games,” said Jack Heideman, 12.

A good majority of viewers are only watching the games because a few players are on their fantasy team.

When it comes down to it, there are many factors that play into the debate.

The two both have their pros and cons. The NFL is popular among people mainly because of fantasy football. If the people started leagues for college players, the NCAA might gain some popularity.

In the topic of passion and tradition, the NCAA gets the win because players are only motivated by pride for their schools, not money. The NCAA also gets the win in rivalries because they are more intense and there are more of them. When it comes to championships, the NFL reigns because of the popularity of the Super Bowl. Teams in both leagues are well known, but the teams in the NFL are more popular. In this historic debate, the NFL gets the win.

October 2012 13 THE BRUIN S ports 2 Urban Meyer takes over collegiate powerhouse

BY CONNOR SHERRILL

The Ohio State football program has been the same for so long until former coach, Jim Tressel, had to resign due to a major controversy involving some former players. Last year, Luke Fickell, stepped in as interim head coach for the year to replace Tressell. Then on November 28th of last year, the Buckeyes decided to hire Urban Meyer to a six-year $24 million dollar contract.

Meyer resigned from the University of Florida in December of 2010 because he wanted to spend more time with his family. This was his second time stepping down from coaching in less than a year at Florida. This was the last time some people expected to see him coaching on the sidelines again.

May 30, 2011 Tressel resigned from The Ohio State Buckeyes due to a scandal involving some of his players. This was when the rumors for a new head coach started to swirl around the college football world, and the name that always kept reappearing was Meyer’s. The only problem was that the 2011 Buckeyes already had an interim head coach: former defensive coordinator, Luke Fickell. Buckeye fans would have to wait an extra year to get Meyer as a head coach.

The 2011 season was not up to the standards of the historic college football program.

Coming into the season, the

Buckeyes had a quarterback controversy between senior, Joe Bauserman, and freshman, Braxton Miller. Fickell decided to start the true Freshman Braxton Miller.

From then on they had a lot of up and downs. With their only shut out of the year coming against in state foe, Akron. Their only scores over 35 points came against Akron, Colorado, and Michigan.

Fickell led his team to a terrible 6-7 record, including a bowl loss to the Florida Gators in the TaxSlayer.com Gator Bowl and a loss to their rival the Michigan Wolverines.

“I was extremely disappointed in the 2011 season and was hoping that we would end up with Urban Meyer,” said Darrin Gilkerson, 9.

Fernholz got his wish when Meyer was hired on Nov. 28 and had an immediate impact on the program. An additional 12 players joined the 2012 recruiting class after Meyer was hired, boosting them into the top 10 recruiting classes in the nation. This swayed recruits to the ‘new’ Buckeyes.

Meyer’s 2012 football team had nine different players on the preseason award watch list in 12 different award categories. This list included returning sophomore starting quarterback, Braxton Miller, who was up for the Maxwell Award, the best college football player in the nation.

As the 2012 football season kicks off, Meyer looks to lead his new team into the promise land.

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Record: 4-2 Total points scored: 143 Total points given up: 93

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Record: 6-0 Total points scored: 231 Total points given up: 123

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Urban Meyer is flexing his new Buckeye muscles in his first press conference.

Cleveland fans giving up on ‘Believeland’ There have been too many collapses, playoff curses, and epic failures for these teams to be called Believeland any longer

BY PATRICK LONG

Sports teams from Cleveland are known for their disappointing finishes and huge failures. From playoff meltdowns, to regular season debacles, they have not had much success in athletics.

Browns This might be the most disheartening team of the three.

They won football championships in the late 1950s and 1960s before it was the Super Bowl. The Browns have not been to a championship game since 1965 when they fell to the Green Bay Packers 23-12.

They had some success in the 1970s and 1980s by winning six division titles and reaching the AFC Championship game three times. In 1995 the unthinkable happened. Art Modell, who passed away in September, moved the Browns to Baltimore.

They returned to the NFL in 1999, and many substandard

seasons followed. In their first year back, the Browns finished a franchise worse 2-14, with two close wins against the New Orleans Saints and Pittsburgh Steelers. After a couple more awful seasons, the Browns made it back to the playoffs in 2002 where they lost to their rival Steelers 3633.

They have not returned to the playoffs since, and have not been close to some of the NFL’s elite teams. They have gone through five coaches since 2001, and have yet to find the right leader for the team.

The 2012-2013 season started off horribly with a heartbreaking loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, 17-16. The next two weeks they lost two winnable games against their division opponent Cincinnati Bengals and another loss to the Buffalo Bills. Another close call loss to the Ravens brought them to 0-4 and they have nothing to build

Football The football team is 4-3 through week seven. They are 2-2 in Suburban League play so far with all remaining games against SL opponents. After a tough loss to the rival Green Bulldogs, they are very unlikely to make the playoffs.

The rushing game has been the team’s strength this season. Martice Jackson,11, has led their potent rushing attack. Some injuries have slowed the Grizzlies down throughout the season.

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on. Another loss to the defending Super Bowl champions New York Giants brought their record to 0-5.

They are the only team in the NFL without a win yet this season. This year may be another rough one for the Browns.

Cavaliers “I’m taking my talents to South Beach,” said LeBron James.

This quote shocked Cavalier fans and the basketball world.

As they went from the top of the Eastern Conference to the bottom of the NBA in one sentence.

“I cried for days when LeBron left the Cavs to play for the Heat,” said Abbie Blankenship, 9.

Before the LeBron era, the Cavaliers had their share of disappointments. They have never won an NBA championship, but they were close in 2007. They finally reached the biggest stage in the NBA, and like a typical Cleveland team, they were swept by the San Antonio Spurs.

Sports briefs

Katy and Alice Ho both competed in the District tournament on October 9. Katy shot an 83 and Alice shot a 75. Alice advanced to the state tournament on Oct. 20.

The boys golf team had an outstanding season.

They qualified for the district tournament for the first time in eight years. Congratulations to all of the golfers for a great season!

They were never able to reach the finals again with King James, and then he left for the Miami Heat during the offseason after the 2009-2010 season.

After their dreadful season in 2011, the Cavaliers were awarded with the number one pick in the draft. The Cavs chose point guard Kyrie Irving, who ended up winning last season’s Rookie of the Year award. With new additions Dion Waiters, a guard from Syracuse, and Tyler Zeller a center out of North Carolina, the Cavs may have a playoff season ahead of them. They are the only team moving up in Cleveland.

Indians The Indians, unlike the other teams, had much success in the 1990s. They won Central Division titles five times and made it to the World Series twice.

Much like the other two teams in Cleveland, the Indians have not had much success since the new century. They have only won two division titles since 2000, and have only won one playoff series. The Indians have had many

Soccer

The girls soccer team finished the regular season 11-3-2. They ended up second in the Suburban League behind Revere. They are also seeded second in their district and started their playoff run Wednesday, October 17.

The boys are the fourth seed in their district tournament. Luis Escudero has 13 goals and four assists this season. The senior hopes to lead the team to a deep playoff run.

second-rate seasons since their last playoff appearance in 2007 including their current season.

They went from first to worst in the Central Division in two months. Manager Manny Acta was also fired in September leaving the team to Sandy Alomar Jr. for the last couple weeks of the season.

“It was tough to watch the Indians fall apart this season,” said Ben Peters, 11.

Terry Francona, a two time World Series champion as the Boston Red Sox manager, was hired October 8. This is definitely a step in the right direction for the struggling team. The hiring of Francona was a good end to a very bad season. This season made no progress, and it looks like many disappointing seasons will follow for the Indians.

Cleveland has not had a championship team in any sport since 1964, and that was a Browns championship before the Super Bowl even existed. Cleveland has some of the most loyal fans in the country, and they deserve a championship.

Cross Country The girls cross country team is tied for third going into their league meet on Saturday, Oct. 13. The boys are alone in third place going into their league meet as well. They competed at the Strongsville Division I District in a very competitive field.

Both teams have been atop the Suburban League all year and hope to keep competing through districts and state. Many runners have put up great times this season.

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Longer hallways lead to increased exercise

BY BROOKE FICK

Obesity has alarmingly crept up on Americans and is taking a toll on society. 300,000 deaths occur due to obesity every year.

Some causes of obesity are due to poor nutrition, unhealthy eating habits and lack of exercise. Increased risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, breathing problems and trouble sleeping are examples of the many risks of obesity.

Between 16 and 33 percent of children and adolescents are obese; This is a scary statistic that has finally become reality.

As Americans all over become increasingly obese, the high school has accomplished its plan of action to help its students stay in shape: turn the main hallway into a quarter- mile track.

Instead of lollygagging around in the halls, students actually have to make an effort to get to their classes on time.

Walking from one end of the hallway to another has proved to be an exhausting task.

The long hallway has intimidated many students.

“The hallway makes me

feel puny, kind of like a mouse in a huge tunnel,” said Maria Pace, 11.

Its large stature has allowed many students to burn off calories. “I am out of breath by the time I get to my class,” said Danielle Edwards, 11.

The new gym may influence students in physical education class to put forth more effort. It is a very large, positive atmosphere and promotes energetic behavior.

Unlike the old school, the new school has stairs in it.

“Every time I walk up the giant stairs leading to the commons, my gluteus maximus hurts. It is a good workout,” said Ryan Looser, 11.

Another thing that will help students stay in shape will be the new community center. This will consist of a health center, fitness center, center for older adults, WCTV and a community library. Staying fit is important to living a healthy lifestyle.

Overall, the new school promotes exercise and allows students to burn more calories each day compared to the old, small school. Now walk it out, now walk it out!

Meal of the Month

Crispy Baked Apples Ingredients: 2 apples Fuji or Macintosh work best) 1 ts lemon juice 1/4 cup strawberry jam 2 Tbs all-purpose flour 3 Tbs butter, cold and diced 3 Tbs brown sugar 1/2 cup oats, uncooked 1/4 ts ground cinnamon A pinch of salt Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Cut each apple in half along its equator. Using a melon baller, cut out

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each side of the core, creating a rounded hole.

Rub exposed apple flesh with lemon juice. Place 1 tablespoon of jam into each hole.

For the topping: in a small bowl mix together flour, butter, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon and salt.

Press this mixture on the top of each apple, covering jam. Place in a baking dish filled with about a 1/4-inch of water. Bake until top is gold brown and apple is tender, about 35-40 minutes. Makes 4 servings.

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Celebrate the fall season with these delicious baked apples.

Who says Halloween has to be unhealthy?

Halloween is not all candy and junk food. Try these tasty and healthy recipes this Halloween!

Eerie Eyeballs

Ingredients: 1 apple ring per eye 1/2 dried apricots per eye 1/2 raison per eye Directions: For each pair of eyes, gently flatten two dried apple rings with the palm of your hand.

Carefully slice a dried apricot throughout the middle so that you end up with two circular halves.

Press a half, sticky side down, onto the center of an apple ring, covering the hole. Use kitchen scissors to cut a raisin in two and press the halves, sticky side down, onto the apricots.

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Skeleton Veggie Platter Ingredients: 1/2 leaf lettuce leaf 1 cup Lite Ranch Dressing 4 cups assorted cut-up fresh vegetables (red and yellow bell pepper strips, cucumber slices, snow peas, mushroom slices, celery sticks, carrot sticks, cherry tomatoes, broccoli florets, cauliflower florets) Directions: Line half of small bowl with lettuce for the skeleton’s hair; fill with dressing.

Place at one end of large tray or baking sheet for the skeleton’s head. Arrange vegetables on tray to resemble skeleton’s body.

Students pack more, buy less

BY STEPHANIE HERRON

Everything about the new school is enormous, but probably the biggest difference between the old school and the new school is the cafeteria.

Students no longer have to squeeze through the long lines just to get to their seats. In the new school, buying lunch is easier than ever before.

So, why are less people buying lunch?

Despite the larger cafeteria, lunch sales this year have declined.

The difference is astonishing.

Last year the number of students who bought lunch every day was easily over 450. This year that average has dropped to about 353.

Mrs. Jennifer Knapp, the district food service director, expressed her concern that less people are buying.

“A lot of people do not realize that we are a business. Without people buying from us, we will have to reduce items and services we offer just to stay in business,” Knapp said.

The number of packers far outnumbers the number of buyers. In a survey conducted among 200 high school students, 139 said they usually pack, while only 38 said they usually buy.

This is a significant change considering all that the school lunches offer. Each school lunch consists of five parts. Students can choose between pizza (cheese, pepperoni, or a special), hamburgers or cheeseburgers, fries, a grab-’n-go item like Bosco Sticks, a salad, a sub, the main entree of the day or the daily soup which was added to the menu this month. Anyone can find something appetizing to eat every day.

School lunches too often have a reputation for being unhealthy, a reason that many students say they pack.

“I think it is healthier to pack my lunch, so that is what I do,” said Taylor Fuller, 12.

In reality, there are many healthy options for even the pickiest eaters. This year the

Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act began taking effect with new, stricter guidelines on school lunches.

A fruit or vegetable is served with every main meal, and for the hungrier types, students can pick up to four vegetable sides.

Also, the salad and sub bars are kept stocked with many fresh vegetables, much of the bread is now whole grain, and the milk is now fat free.

Another reason many people often pack instead of buying is money. In fact in the survey of students, more people said that they packed because of the prices than anything else.

What many people do not realize is the school lunches are actually very cheap for everything they come with. For example, a typical packed lunch, containing a turkey sandwich with cheese, chips, a fruit cup, cookies and a juice box, will cost on average $3.32. A typical turkey wrap school lunch, however, containing a turkey wrap with cheese, a seasoned waffle fries, fruit, milk and a cookie, costs only $2.75.

“Of course, a student could bring a plain peanut butter sandwich and a water bottle for lunch,” Knapp commented. “But they are not going to be very happy or stay full for very long.”

With all these things

considered, it is a wonder that so many people pack.

Problems may stem from lack of communication between the cafeteria and the students. Many students have been complaining that before they go to lunch they do not know what options they have that day. Also, some students find the new lines confusing.

“The lines are messed up.

There are four lines and we never know what each line is. They should tell us what each line has in it to eat,” said Ben Bingham, 10.

This year almost all of the school has lunch A or lunch C, with hardly any students in lunch B. This may be one reason that many students feel that their lunch period is just as crowded and the lines are just as long as in past years. Perhaps this mess up with the lines is another reason less people are buying lunch.

The lunch program is not the only thing that is suffering; Less students are buying breakfast in the morning before school as well.

The food service staff are currently taking many steps to try and encourage students to buy more often. Knapp says that she hopes most people will at least try the food they offer. Many people may be surprised and pleased with their experience.

Number of Days a Week Students Buy Lunch 20%

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4 days 70%

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In a recent survey taken among many students, 70 percent of the students said they pack every day, while only 20 percent said they buy every day.

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BY BAYLEE CONRAD

Andy Nardo, 11, is the owner of the so called “Danger Ranger”. This beauty of a truck was passed down from generation to generation. The rusty, beat up, loud 2000 Ford Ranger has been through a great deal. For instance, it got ten people from Kyle Joesph’s, 11, house to Circle K. There are many things missing from the

Danger Ranger. Most notably a muffler.

No sneaking out in the middle of the night for this truck. The Danger Ranger is celebrating its 12th birthday and is getting up there in age. Like an old man who is losing his teeth, “If it falls off, it is optional,” said Nardo. With its flashy green pattern, Nardo’s truck is something special. Even though this truck is falling apart, it gets him where he needs to go.

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TV Show of the Month

Jersey Shore

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Throwback Thursday of the Month

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Andy11, shows off his “Danger Ranger” and straight pipe.

Athletes of the Month Nick Winkler, 11, was chosen as the male athlete of the month for October for his great number of tackles and punishing blows. Winkler plays middle linebacker for the varsity football team.

“Winkler is just a great football player all around.

He is one of the hardest working players on the team and is one of the easiest players to coach,” said Coach Dennison.

Winkler has excelled in each of the seven games already played this season.

He has a total of eightyone tackles, nine tackles for a loss, four passes broken, and two sacks.

“Medina was my favorite game to play in because we won by a lot, and it was on our home field,” stated Winkler.

Winkler is going to be someone to look out for at all of the remaining games!

Nick

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Jodi

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Sisters, Megan,12, and Korrin,11.

Students of the Month

Ben

Rebecca

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Favorite teacher: Ben’s favorite teacher is the amazing Kathy Zagar.

Future plans: Plans to go to college and major in Pre-Med.

Advice to other students: Sleep is overrated, and should be viewed as simply a suggestion.

Best high school memory: Winning the GlenOak football game last year.

Favorite quote: “Do not be so open-minded that your brains fall out.”-Anonymous

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“We are Never Ever Getting Back Together”

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Fashion Trend of the Month

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F a v o r i t e teacher: “There is no way that I could choose only one of my teachers!”

Future plans: Hopes to, one day, be able to open her own bakery.

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Advice to other students: Do not let other people’s opinions of you change who you are.

Best high school memory: The first time she got to cheer at Art Wright Stadium.

Favorite quote: “I do not know what the future may hold, but I know who holds my future.”-Ralph Abernathy

Random fact of the month

Career Tech Students of the Month Liz

Hit of the Month

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Jodi Johnson, 9, was chosen as female athlete of the month for her amazing volleyball skills. Johnson, also known as the “Freshman Phenomenon”, starts on varsity as the outside hitter. Johnson said that it was a ton of pressure on her to be the only freshman on the team because there was a lot to live up to.

“Her athleticism has helped her become successful. She has been able to learn her position quickly and is doing a great job!” said Coach Quayle.

Johnson has an outstanding number of hits and kills throughout the season and helped her team clinch the Suburban League title for the third year in a row.

“Nordonia was my favorite game because they were one of the best teams.

All we wanted to do was win.

We were losing most of the match, but we came back to won,” said Johnson.

In the average lifetime, a person will walk the equivalent of five times around the equator.

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: s t n e d e d Stu a r t

“It would have to be Jay-Z because he is married to Beyonce, and she is beautiful.”

d l , u y o t i c r b u e o l y e c f y “I n t i a d h l t i u w o s w live who ?” be “Austin Mahone because he has the voice of an angel.”

“Johnny Depp.

Because he is Johnny Depp.”

-Dylan,12

-Chris ,10

-Tucker,11

“Santa, because who does not want to be that fat and magical?”

-Madi,10

“Rob Dyrdek because he helps out charity and has a lot of fun with his life.”

“I would be Chuck Norris because no one would mess with me, and I could win in any fight.”

-Jon , 11

-James,9

“The send off of our wrestlers to victory at states!”

-Mr. John Thompson

“Fake mustache day was hilarious. It was so fun to see guys and girls sporting the ‘stache.’”

-Mr. Charles Berg

Teachers:

“What i s your f avorite spirit da y or wee k memo in recen ry t history ?”

“My favorite was when the band did the superhero performance! I love that many teachers were dressed up.”

-Mrs. Sarah Trausch

“When Jeff Collins and I dressed up as cheerleaders, and the real cheerleaders were so jealous that they refused to cheer.”

-Mr. Dwain Kibler

“I loved our mustache spirit day last year. I wanted to grow a real one but did not have time. That, and the fact that I look like an escaped convict when I grow mine out.”

“The home boys basketball game vs.

Revere when both student sections were on the floor dancing. I saw it on TV.” -Mr. Mike Schmeltzer

-Mr. Jason Jurey