The Bruin- November 2004

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November 2004

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Volume XXX No. 2

Local hero walks among us

BY KATE HUDSON

It is not everyday you stumble upon a reallife hero. However, many students interact with one amazing hero everyday. Ron Saylor is not only a respected guidance counselor, but he is also a beloved uncle, father, husband, and friend. Though he may not have much control over his own life at this point, he is striving to better the lives of others.

Saylor is a true inspiration and role model.

Last year, Saylor was diagnosed with bonemarrow cancer. He went into remission, but unfortunately, the cancer has returned.

However, with his Christian faith serving as a stronghold, Saylor is doing his best to move on with his life and face all the challenging obstacles thrown his way.

“He’s scared but trying to make the best of all this,” said Saylor’s niece Kristen Saylor.

Many individuals, other than his direct family, have also noticed the respectable characteristics that make him such an inspiration.

Other than his admirable ability to put the negative aspects of cancer in the back of his mind , fellow guidance counselor Miss Allison has noticed another unique characteristic that adds to his personality.

“He has a quiet strength,” said Allison.

Saylor may not look like the stereotypical superhero that goes around saving lives, but

Co-workers and friends surprised Ron Saylor and celebrated with him shortly after he received his generous gift from the faculty, staff, and students. PHOTO BY STAFF MEMBER

he definitely has the willpower and strength it takes to deal with life’s unexpected hindrances.

Many of us lack this “quiet strength” Saylor possesses. Therefore, when life throws us a curve ball, we are not always ready to hit. We may back down from the pitch and just give up. Saylor is an evident exception.

“No matter what happens, he’ll go through it. He never gives up,” commented Kristen.

Worrying about what may happen is not an option for him.

Teen suicides put school on alert

BY KATE HUDSON

Students and faculty are coping with a second suicide which occurred Thursday, November 4.

The suicide prior to this one occurred about seven weeks ago on September 15.

Research has indicated that this second suicide was not a “copycat suicide” because it did not occur within 48 hours of the first one. However, both suicides have a lot in common. Yet what most people have in common now are mixed emotions.

“Students are struggling with it. There is always a concern that they will not handle it well,” said Fortner.

Coping tactics utilized for the first death have made their way back into the highschool. The school brought in 20 counselors in their attempt to provide some sort of comfort for those suffering from such a tragic incident.

Throughout the day, counselors were available for individual or group sessions.

The mentality of many students, after hearing of the second suicide, was one of great emotion and distress. No one expected to learn of another suicide occurring within the student body.

Coincidence or not, these teen suicides have taken drastic, emotional tolls on many people here at the High School.

Signs a teen may be at risk of suicide - Self-destructive behavior - Withdrawal from friends, family, and regular activities - Giving away favorite possessions - Radical personality changes - Feelings of worthlessness, selfreproach, or guilt - Change in eating and sleeping habits or appearance - Diminished ability to think or concentrate

- Becoming suddenly cheerful after period of depression - Complaining about being a bad person - Relationship problems with boyfriend or girlfriend - Previous suicide attempt - Frequent complaints about physical symptoms, often related to emotions, such as stomachaches, headaches, or fatigue

The one option he does have is to undergo chemotherapy. Saylor began his treatment the week of November 3, the day he gets back from a relaxing trip to Charleston, South Carolina.

To help send Saylor on this vacation, students and faculty were each asked to donate a dollar to wear a hat and jeans, respectively.

Some people did not even take the privilege to wear a hat or jeans; they just donated money for the importance of the cause.

As a whole, the students and faculty raised just over $2,255.

Other than visiting this favorite vacation spot of his, he also thoroughly enjoys watching sports, primarily baseball and football.

Moreover, “he really likes watching his son, nephews, and nieces grow up and be successful in life,” Kristen added.

Though success has many definitions, Ron Saylor offers some good advice in finding your own success.

“Keep on trying no matter how hard it is, and something good will come of it,” Kristen explained of her uncle’s advice.

Along with his great advice, Kristen also enjoys his company. Saylor’s presence is especially appreciated during the holidays when the Saylor family gathers together to celebrate all the memorable dates of the year.

In the past, they have spent the holidays at Ron’s house. However, Saylor’s diagnosis has forced the Saylor family to spend the holidays elsewhere.

Clearly, Ron Saylor allows us to understand what being a real life hero is all about.

Though these past few months have been very difficult for him as well as for all those close to him, Saylor continues to maintain notable inner strength and kindness.

These character traits enable him to continue choosing others over himself. Saylor truly is an incredible inspiration and role model.

Vets reflect on special day

BY EMILY LYREN

When it comes to Veterans Day, many students tend to immediately think about the assembly that takes place each year in the West Gym. “Yes! I can’t wait for the Veteran’s assembly!” Ashley Kelker exclaimed.

But it is not just a day of going to school and getting out of class. Veteran’s Day is a day to show our appreciation for the men and women who have served our country.

Many do not realize that we have three important veterans right in front of our eyes. Walking through the hallways everyday, Mr. John Martin, Mr. Mike Schmeltzer and Mr. Larry Smith have each dedicated a number of years to our country.

Martin enlisted and served for 29 years but never served in a war.

“I’d do it again in a heart beat! I love America!” said Martin.

Both Schmeltzer and Smith, on the other hand, were drafted during the Vietnam War. Schmeltzer says he was lucky. During the war, he was positioned in a support unit off the coast of Vietnam which was a very secure area. He knew that he wanted to become a teacher when he returned. In fact, he spent most of his time tutoring when he came back from overseas. Schmeltzer is now an Honors Chemistry teacher, while he also coaches J.V. basketball and Varsity softball.

Living each day with a military background, the three men eventually came to realize what is most important in

their lives.

“Losing friends throughout the Vietnam Era made me realize how unexpected death can be,” said Schmeltzer.

All have learned to have a better appreciation for the things in their lives.

Smith stated he, “really started to appreciate life, period.”

Martin said he has a greater appreciation for our

Mr. Martin, Mr. Smith, and Mr. Schmeltzer are respected veterans and faculty members of our highschool.

freedom of choice and for America, but he also takes the time to reflect on the sacrifices he and all the men had to make throughout their service time.

“The loss of friends, family, or fellow soldiers is the ultimate sacrifice of war,” stated Martin.

Showing your appreciation to those veterans means the world to them and our appreciation for our world is their life.

“Treat people the way you want to be remembered,” Schmeltzer advised.

The assembly is not all that we have to remind us of our veterans. The veterans walk among us everyday.

Arts and Clubs Page 10

VarietyPage11

Sports Page 12

Music Page 15

Read about the outcomes of the NHS blood drive.

Check out “Junk of The Month.”

Read about the volleyball team and their run in the tournament.

Read about Uppercut, a new local rockband.

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EDITORIAL

November 2004

Editorial

School mourns yet another loss Tragedy has struck the halls of Wadsworth High once again this past month. This is the second suicide since the school year began. In a community as close as Wadsworth, the loss of a life touches everyone. These terrible tragedies have not been easy for anyone, let alone those closest to them. The Bruin Staff sends its best wishes to all those who have been affected by the loss of these students.

Suicide is a very real problem in high schools around the country. According to S.A.V.E. (Suicide Awareness Voices of Education), suicide is the third leading cause of death for people between the ages of 15 and 24. In recent years, more teenagers have died from suicide than from cancer, stroke, birth defects, AIDS, heart disease, and chronic lung disease combined.

Eighty percent of people who seek treatment for depression are treated successfully. So we urge anyone who is feeling depressed or contemplating suicide to please contact a guidance counselor, teacher, adult, or just talk to a friend.

There are people here to help you, people who care about you and want nothing but the best for you.

Correction: In the October Issue of The Bruin, Emily Hoover and Trisha Brady were not credited with the authorship of the Arts and Clubs page. We are sorry for the misprint.

The Brewin’ Debate Should hats and ripped or frayed jeans be considered a dress code violation in school?

Yes

Students dress to reflect their style, some to fit in, and some to reflect individuality. This should only be a concern if it disrupts the learning process or if it is a safety hazard.

Frayed jeans and hats in school should be the least of the administration’s worries. These garments of clothing are not disruptive to the learning process at all.

Frayed jeans and baseball hats are not a safety hazard in hallways, nor are they disruptive to the learning process.

When I’m walking in the halls, I see many students with unnatural hair color, unhygienic body piercings, offensive t-shirts, and other forms of clothing. These are not considered inappropriate, but to the administration torn, frayed jeans and baseball hats are against school policy. These students are not punished for their actions, however other students that have on frayed skirts and baseball hats in the hallways are disciplined.

“The fact that we aren’t able to wear frayed jeans really bothers me.” said Caitlin Davies. I’m sure that many others would agree with her. The administration must feel that all black clothing and large pants with chains are appropriate for the learning atmosphere. Many others would probably agree that these are just as, if not more, disruptive.

BY AARON MUELLER

BY KATY WILSON

Letters to the Editor Dear Editor, I think it would be a good idea to extend the school parking lot into Steiner’s.

Many Seniors don’t even have parking passes, and complain because they cannot drive to and from school. No one uses Steiner’s parking lot in the daytime anyway. I think this is a good idea to think about.

-Caitlin Boatwright, 11 Dear Editor, I think the school should put an end to the reign of terror caused by orals. I’m an all honors student and the last thing I need is to come home to a few pages of orals. It’s so time consuming. It’s not like bio is my only class anyway. End the tyranny, NO MORE ORALS!!!

-Garrett Wienecke, 10 Dear Editor, For the past two years, I have always looked forward to the Speakout section of The Bruin. When I receive one, I quickly flip to this section. I enjoy reading what the teachers and students have to say and some of their facial expressions.

-Kristi Havens, 10

No

It is not unreasonable to be expected to dress in a way that is considered respectful, in order to best represent the school. I am not saying I think there should be a uniform, but we should have to look somewhat nice, and wearing non-ripped clothes does just that. The quote, “You don’t have to be rich, but you can be clean,” by Coach G seems to exemplify my point.

As for the hats, throughout history, it has always been disrespectful for people to wear hats indoors. That is just the way it has always been. Having particular hat days, especially ones that raise money for a good cause, are exceptions, but the tradition should be kept alive. Like holidays, it is just a part of our culture.

When asked why it is important to keep hats against the school dress code, Mr. Williams brought up another point. He said, “In order to provide the best learning environment for the students [hats should not be allowed], because they could become a distraction.”

People are known to take things too far, so unfortunately a line must be drawn somewhere. It really would not be surprising to see someone come to school with a huge ten-gallon hat or extremely ripped and frayed clothes that would end up being a distraction. This alone is enough reason to leave the dress code how it is.

Dear Editor, I am one of many very upset students choosing to represent Mrs. Baxley’s second period Algebra class. We are very upset that there have not been any fall sport pep rallies this year. Non-senior fall athletes were not recognized in the past assembly. In the past two years, pep assemblies have not only been fun, but have surely raised school spirit and anticipation of the athletics at school. Without them, our school spirit is down, especially this year. I think that many others will agree.

-Mrs. Baxley’s 2 period class Dear Editor, I would like to bring up the issue of the locker locks. The older locks are very tiny and hard to turn. Many times, I am late to class because of the lock on my locker. I would like to see this problem changed and get us some brand new locker locks. I mean, everybody else has new ones, why not us?

Maybe add some color to the lockers too.

Grey is just too boring. Red, white, and black would be a nice change.

-Name withheld upon request

Bruin Staff Editor-in-chief: Kate Waanders Associate Editor-in-chief: Jamie Kauffman Front Page: Page Editor: Emily Lyren Reporter: Kate Hudson Editorial: Page Editor: Katy Wilson Reporter: Aaron Mueller Opinion: Page Editor: Jon Grubb Reporter: Jamie Kauffman Speakout: Page Editor: Nick Solitario & Mike Jack Reporters: Nick Solitario & Mike Jack Features: Page Editor: Liz Myers Reporter: Pat Brink News: Page Editor: Emily Hoover Reporters: Ashley Brown & Ashleigh Ralston Career: Page Editor: Margaret Wheeland Reporter: Cody Steigerwald Picture Page: Page Editor: Courtney Harris Reporter: Shelly Anderson Arts & Clubs: Page Editor: Trisha Brady Reporter: Claire Davis Variety Page: Page Editor: Laura Hlavaty Reporter: Ali Davis Sports: Page Editor: Maxx Matheny Reporters: Scott Siesky & Justin McInturff Entertainment: Page Editor: Ben Nied Reporter: Lisa Dente Music: Page Editor: Cameron Cornelius Reporter: Kyle Kurowski Ads/Business Manager: Katie Davis Photography Editor: Liz Myers Copy Editor: Ben Nied Asst. Copy Editor: Caitlin Saniga Proofreaders: Newspaper/Yearbook I classes Cartoonists: Jamie Kauffman & Jon Grubb Adviser: John Gramuglia

Dear Editor, I would just like to know why all the pretzels in the snack line are salted. A lot of people don’t even like salt on their pretzels, and when they come to buy a nice snack, they are dazed and confused because they don’t know if they should buy a salted pretzel and wipe the salt off, making a huge mess, or not buy anything and miss out on a soft and scrumptious treat.

-Ryan Mirabedini, 11 Dear Editor, Wadsworth High School has a very strict disciplinary system. There are too many rules that have to be followed, and it seems as if the principals like to discipline the students. Granted, their job is not easy, but I think they could ease up on the punishments. Aside from that, we have a lot of pride in our school. The fan attendance and support for our teams is amazing. I have never seen a school that has more pride than Wadsworth does.

This is a great place to go to school and I am proud to say that I go to Wadsworth High School.

-Tyler Grace, 11 Dear Editor, Last year, as a lowly freshman, I had the privilege to walk these halls with a

great senior class. These seniors introduced me to what became a favorite activity of mine: cheering in the student section during football games. Last year’s tailgaters started the excitement during the school day, when they would make an announcement inviting all students to the tailgating party. At the game, they led us in cheers and had tons of fun. A certain tailgater did thousands of push-ups during the season. They were always nice to the students, respectful to older fans, and overall good leaders of the student body.

This year, however, is a completely different story. The tailgaters are rude, vulgar, and disrespectful. They don’t even watch the game. They interrupt the cheerleaders, yell at their fellow students, throw water, and even spit on each other.

This makes it harder to enjoy the games, and I always leave with a headache. I just hope that the tailgaters will grow up before the next season.

-Laura Myers, 10 We would like to thank those of you who wrote Letters to the Editor this month.

We could not publish all of them, but we thank you for your support.

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 may censor this publication upon their discretion. 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.

opinion

November 2004

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Bush’s re-election another step in the right direction JON GRUBB OPINION STAFF

A triumphant and excited George W. Bush greeted thousands of supporters at a rally celebrating his re-election.

“America has spoken, and I’m humbled by the trust and the confidence of my fellow citizens. With that trust comes a duty to serve all Americans, and I will do my best to fulfill that duty every day as your president,” proclaimed the president in his acceptance speech the day after the election.

Just like the result of our mock election, President Bush retained his seat in the Oval Office. Our students believed in Bush just like the majority of America.

“I love the Bush-Cheney team because of their strong leadership, conservative policies, and the beautiful first daughters,” said senior Jason Esterle, a proud Bush supporter.

After a very close and heated election, Bush received the phone call from Senator John Kerry stating his defeat.

America had finally spoken; George W. Bush was still our president. Even though the percentage was small (51-48 percent), three million more people opted for Bush.

The re-election of Bush was a key step in improving America as a whole. Although America seemed divided on every issue, the election showed what America wants and needs in these next four years.

Throughout his campaign, Bush proved time and time again he was the better leader. He stood for what he believed in and would not back down from a fight. Unlike Kerry and the Democrats, Bush has stayed with his decision to go to war with Iraq. Even though the times have been tough, he has stuck with it. A true leader never backs down from a fight. Never.

Despite the relentless attacks from Kerry and the Democratic party, Bush held his ground. Whether it was the economy, health care, or foreign policy, the Democrats attacked Bush on everything he did or did not do. Some of it was legit, but most of it was absurd and just an effort to stretch the facts.

Yes, we lost jobs during the first four years. However, claiming he was the first president to lose the most jobs in 75 years is quite a stretch. If my math is correct, that takes us back to the Great Depression when the unemployment rate was at an all-time high. Unfortunately for you liberals, we are not in a depression. At times the economy was bad, but it was not Bush’s fault. He inherited an economy in recession and then witnessed the worst terrorist attack on American soil since Pearl Harbor. Of course the economy will be weakened. Under the leadership of George W. Bush and his administration, we have fought back and climbed out of the recession and have continued to grow. We will continue to grow through these next four years as well.

The next four years will bring continued change to America.

“We’ll continue our economic progress. We’ll reform our outdated tax code. We’ll strengthen the Social Security for the next generation. We’ll make public schools all they can be,” stated Bush later in his speech.

These goals of the next four years will only strengthen America. With the help of the Democrats, which Bush is asking for, we will become an even stronger nation.

America opted for George W. Bush, showing he was the better leader. He knew what he was talking about and knew what he wanted to do to help America. Kerry, on the other hand, had many views on many issues, which confused many voters. In a poll by USATODAY, 78 percent of voters said Bush, stood clear on his issues whereas only 21percent said Kerry did.

That alone is evidence of a true leader. He is a leader who knows what to do to get the job done. That is why George W. Bush is the right man for the presidency.

Prices affect students’ healthy eating habits To eat healthy or not to eat healthy? That is the question.

JAMIE KAUFFMAN OPINION STAFF

Given the choice between a salad and a slice of pizza, I would quickly grab the fat-packed slice of pizza. However, I am a runner and have to try my hardest to eat healthy during the season. It has been difficult to continue this trend on my limited budget.

Every day, I pack a balanced lunch and buy a Gatorade from the vending machine in the Commons. I spend $1.25.

Many other students do the same.

Some students choose to buy their lunch from the school.

The lunches in the cafeteria commonly consist of a sandwich, french fries, salad, and milk. And although the school lunch menu provides a list of the nutrition facts for the week’s lunches, most students often substitute the salad with a candy bar and the milk with a can of pop.

“Some days I don’t have time to pack a lunch so then I buy [a lunch],” said senior Jami Riesebieter. “The only thing of real healthiness in the cafeteria is salad,” said Riesebieter.

Iced Tea, one of the healthier drink choices, has been Not only eating habits are affected by higher prices, but Brisk replaced by four different varieties of Mountain Dew. also healthy drinks are more expensive.

PHOTO BY JAMIE KAUFFMAN Let me just ask: what happened to the Brisk Iced Tea? I realize that there is a new machine in the North Cafeteria There should be healthier selections in the cafeteria at selling noncarbonated drinks, but it is rather annoying, as a reasonable prices that fit a student’s restricted budget. The senior, to have to walk back and forth from the Commons to least expensive noncarbonated drink costs $1.00, where as North Cafeteria just to buy a drink. a carbonated one costs only $ .60.

It is important to note that our school is trying its best to HOME BUILDING develop healthy habits with its students. There are more ADDITIONS than 40 weight-lifting machines open to high school stuDECKS dents. These machines are used by gym classes, athletes, and students alike to help promote healthier lifestyles among teenagers.

Even with all that the school has done to improve stuBUILDER...REMODELER dents eating and drinking habits, it is still a matter of choice.

Make the wise decision and shell out a few more cents for 336-4951 the healthier food. Or better yet, bring your own!

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Speakout

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If you could switch places with anyone for a day, who would it be and why?

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We would be Andy Farver because he is so tall, he is senior class president, and he is an amazing stud on the soccer field. Come on, who wouldn’t want to be him?

Mr. Mike Schmeltzer Jr. because all he does is play video games.

-Zack Budinscak,10

- Katie Stugmyer and Kristen Stallman, 11

If I could switch places with anyone for a day, I would switch places with Jessica Simpson so I could be with her gorgeous hubby for a day... and go on a shopping spree!

-Amy Jarvis, 11 I would switch places with Lanie Melton so I could drive the Saturn and only wreck a few times now and then.

Hugh Heffner, we all know why.

-Julie Shaffer, 10 -Nate Hawk, 11 I would switch places with David Beckham so I would be captain of the England National team, and go home to a great evening with Posh Spice.

-Trevor Day, 11

I would switch places with Shelly Anderson because she is the coolest Spanish speaking freak I know! I mean, she is even cool enough to PICK HER NOSE in public! She is my hero!

I would switch places with my sister. I would switch her places because I would like to see what college life is actually like, and she always says that her classes are really hard so I would like to see what they are like. I would also like to see what it is like to be living away from home in an apartment.

-Tara 11 Zach Berger because he has the best spirit buddy ever and he plays Counterstrike 24/7. He has also gone over to MJ’s house twelve times plus he has a cool spirit buddy.

-Jaimee Moeller, 10

-Sara Bowen, 10 pic got deleted Mr. Kibler because who wouldn’t want to be the cookie man?

I would switch places with Ryan just so I could see how it is to be smart.

-Sarah Davis, 11 If I could switch places with anyone for a day it would be Napolean Dynamite so I could learn some numchuck skills and spend my summer with my uncle hunting wolverines in Alaska with a 12gauge.

-Ashley , 11

Bernie Kosar because people always told him that he wasn’t athletic enough to play football, but he overcame it by using his mind to break down the situation and lead his team to a victory.

-Jim Miller, 10

If I would switch places with anyone for the day, I would switch with Matt Wenger. Who wouldn’t want to be Matt Wenger? He is nice, smart, and good looking. He is very good at sports and very strong. It would be great just to be Matt Wenger for one day.

- Rhiannon 10 I would switch places with Joel Shurance because I would get to drive the mango van to tailgates.

- Dom Accordino, 10

My twin sister Rhiannon because my parents do not expect much out of her.

-Ryan 10 I would switch places with Jennifer Aniston so I could be married to Brad Pitt!

-Jillian Peecook, 10

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What is the most annoying habit a student has in class?

Talking out of turn and tapping hands and feet!

-Mr. Jones Show up for class - teaching could be such a great job without kids.

Talking without raising their hand!!!

-Ms. Vlosky

When Nick Solitario runs to lunch every day. I will stop him!

-Mr. Lynn

-Mr. Kibler I refuse to answer this because whatever I write down will be read by my students. Since they would know exactly which behaviors were most annoying, I’m sure they would practice those behaviors even more.

Students that eat and gnaw on their finger nails. It is very gross and nasty.

-Mr. Johnson Talk while I talk and constant tapping of pencils, hands, and feet!

-Ms. Althaus

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-Mrs. Hutchinson When students do not take responsibility for their own actions! This means no excuses- turn in work when due, make sure your printer is working, and acknowledge when you have not met expectations.

-Mrs. Reis

I have three! I don’t like gum.

I hate to see the chomping of the jaws. Students who don’t listen to instructions is number two. Why do teachers have to repeat things? It really annoys me when a hand goes up and they ask for clarification after I just said the instructions. Number three is when students put others down even if it is just as a joke.

It really upsets me. I ask them to say three nice things about the person. They think it is funny but it means a lot to me that everyone feels safe and successful in my class!

-Mrs. Mathews Bob Szalabawka tries to tell hunting stories in 4th period.

Any of those possessed by the students in the back corner of my PDM class.

- Mrs. Haskins

-Mr. Beery

News

November 2004

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Kerry concedes, Bush prevails Hall of Fame

BY ASHLEY BROWN

“America has spoken, and I’m humbled by the trust and the confidence of my fellow citizens. With that trust comes a duty to serve all Americans, and I will do my best to fulfill that duty every day as your President,” stated President George Bush during his acceptance speech for his re-election.

It was a grueling process in which both candidates fought hard to win the support of voters as they seemed to consistently bash their opponent. But after a number of political debates, conventions, and months filled with campaigning, George W. Bush has finally secured the position as President of the United States.

Quote “The campaign has ended, and the United States of America goes forward with confidence andfaith.”

-George W. Bush This was an election that will go down in history. Bush became the first presidential candidate to win over 50 percent of the popular vote since 1988. He received the most popular votes (over 58 million) of any presidential candidate in history, and this was the first time that an equal number of Republicans and Democrats voted. It is also the first time that a president has been re-

IN THE NEWS Oct. 23 - Singer Ashlee Simpson was caught lip-synching on the airing of Saturday Night Live.

Oct. 27 - The Boston Red Sox won the World Series in four games, the team’s first championship in 86 seasons.

Oct. 29 - Osama bin Laden released a tape criticizing President Bush and warning of future attacks on the U.S. Nov. 2 - In the school’s mock election, students showed an overwhelming Republican preference. Gibbs (State Rep.), Amstutz (State Sen.), Regula (U.S. Rep.), Voinovich (U.S. Sen.), and Bush (president), all Republicans, were “elected.”

State Issue 1 was also passed. 35 percent of students participated in the vote.

Nov. 2 - In an effort to involve the community in the local justice system, the Medina County Juvenile Court held sessions at WHS. Only adults were permitted to attend the proceedings.

Nov. 3 - President Bush was re-elected after challenger, Sen. John Kerry conceded before Ohio’s provisional ballots were totalled. U.S. Sen. Voinovich (R) was also re-elected. State Issue 1 passed.

elected while also gaining party control in Congress.

Bush defeated Democratic presidential candidate Senator John Kerry by over 3.5 million votes, receiving 51 percent of the votes while Kerry received only 48 percent.

From the Electoral College, Bush received 286 votes, and Kerry received 252 votes.

In Bush’s acceptance speech, he gave his thanks to his wife, family, Vice President Cheney and family, his campaign team, and his supporters across the nation.

He also spoke about Kerry, saying that he ran a “spirited campaign” and that he is someone his supporters can be proud of.

Kerry called Bush on November 3 to inform the president that he was conceding and gave his congratulations to him and his family.

In Kerry’s concession speech, he talked about what a privilege it was to be a presidential candidate and he thanked his supporters. “I will never forget you, and I will never stop fighting for you,” stated Kerry.

Vice-presidential candidate John Edwards also spoke to the American people saying, “You can be disappointed, but you can’t walk away. This fight has just begun.”

He also assured his supporters that they will still be working for them. “This campaign may end today, but the battle for you rages on,” said Edwards.

Kerry also encouraged his supporters by telling the people, “Don’t lose faith,” and “We’re America, and America always moves forward.”

Ohio has always been a very important state for presidential candidates. Because Ohio provides 20 electoral votes and is a swing state, no other state received more

visits from Bush and Kerry during their campaigning. It was a very close race in this state, coming right down to the wire. But in the end, Bush prevailed, receiving the most outstanding votes.

Bush also touched on issues concerning the public during his acceptance speech.

Some of the things his party will be focusing on during the next four years are issues

President Bush smiles as the election comes to a close. COURTESY OF GEORGEBUSH.COM

like reforming the tax code, strengthening Social Security, and improving public schools. He also plans to continue America’s economic progress and to continue to encourage the values of family and faith.

Bush also talked about helping Iraq and Afghanistan improve their governments. He mentioned the war on terror, our servicemen and women, and the allies that will help us battle terrorism.

Ending his speech, Bush proclaimed, “The campaign has ended, and the United States of America goes forward with confidence and faith. I see a great day coming for our country, and I am eager for the work ahead.

God bless you, and may God bless America.”

Flu effects to be felt by all

BY EMILY HOOVER

Citizens of all ages will soon face up against an annual opponent: the flu. The flu virus infects over 20 million Americans per year, affecting attendance and productivity at schools and offices nationwide.

“Once the flu season truly hits, anywhere from 90 to 120 kids are absent each day,” said Mr. Kresowaty, who tracks student attendance. The number of absences, when compared to an average of 65, almost doubles in the middle of winter.

Although these numbers greatly affect the overall student performance, Kresowaty said that 80 percent of the students must be absent three days straight for the school to be closed.

The recent shortage of flu vaccinations has ensured that for some, this year’s fight to stay healthy will be more difficult than it has been the last few years.

The U.S. supply of vaccinations was cut nearly in half when British pharmaceuticals manufacturer Chiron had its manufacturing license revoked after British officials discovered contaminated batches at the plant.

Nearly all of the 48 million doses scheduled for exportation for the United States had been ready to ship when Chiron’s license was revoked.

This year, the usual long lines at flu shot clinics in the area are worse than ever. Citizens in desperate need of vaccinations are

having trouble finding them.

Senior citizens over 65 years of age, pregnant women, and anyone suffering from diabetes, kidney disease, blood disorders, weakened immune systems, or HIV/AIDS, are considered to be the most at-risk groups. It is recommended that all of these people be vaccinated, as the illness can strike them the hardest.

Although there is no cure for the flu, there are some precautions that can be taken to reduce the risk of infection.

According to the Medina County Health Department, avoiding close contact with others, washing hands regularly, drinking plenty of fluids, staying home when sick, and getting plenty of exercise will all help to prevent sickness.

Catching the flu can be especially burdensome to busy students. After missing school, most students are loaded with homework, tests, quizzes, and labs that need to be made up.

The majority of teachers allow the number of days missed to make up the work.

This is sufficient for most students.

“I didn’t have too much trouble scheduling makeup quizzes and tests,” said junior Liz Kollar. “The teachers worked around me.”

The flu affects many different groups.

This year’s shortage of flu vaccines may cause further problems for some groups. For most, though, the flu can be prevented.

inducts new members

BY ASHLEIGH RALSTON

Eight new members were inducted into the Wadsworth High School Hall of Fame on October 30. The ceremony took place at The Galaxy restaurant. The inductees included John Gramuglia, Bob Jones, Amy Brunet, Jessica Henery, Dr. Bill Oehlenschlager, Dave Whitman, Brian Dye and Mary Beth Monroe.

Mr. John Gramuglia, better known as Coach G, is the wrestling coach here at Wadsworth. Many people know him for his upbeat attitude and his crazy enthusiasm when it comes to wrestling. What they do not know is that he has accumulated 189 wins and 13 league championships as a coach. He has been with the high school as a teacher and a coach for 20 years. Coach G was inducted alongside one of his former greats, Bob Jones. “It was very appropriate,” said Coach G, “it was very special.”

Jones contributed very much to the success of the program that Coach G has run.

Jones was a three sport athlete during his high school career. He was the football captain. In wrestling, he was a two time state champion, and he also received All American honors. He was also a four-year letterman on the track team.

The other members that were inducted you may not know very well, but you can probably find many of their records on the walls as you walk from the parking lot to the commons every morning.

Amy Brunet, was an inductee. Brunet was an amazing athlete during her high school career. She ran both track and cross country. She was awarded two MVP’s along with three years on the All Suburban team.

As a track star, Brunet qualified for state twice in the 1600m and the 3200m. Brunet lettered in both her sports all four years.

Jessica Henery and Bill Oehlenschlager were both outstanding basketball players.

Henery holds the record for one of the highest scorers at Wadsworth with 1100 points during her four years. Oehlenschlager was on the 1980-1981 team that made it to state.

He was awarded all league and district honors.

Dave Whitman and Brian Dye were both amazing football and baseball players.

Whitman was a three-year starter in both sports, and Dye was a three-year starter on the baseball team and a two-year starter for the football team. They both had great batting averages that feated all others in the county.

Mary Beth Monroe was a track and field all star. She was a three year state qualifier, and she earned honors at every other level possible. She was also a school record holder for the 1600m.

Each one of these men and women accomplished something during their time at Wadsworth that separated them from everyone else. They worked hard, and they excelled in their given sports; some as athletes and some as coaches. This is why they have been rewarded with this honor.

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Features

November 2004

‘Big man on campus’ revealed

BY PAT BRINK

The jolly man in 603, his name is Christian Beery. Who knows him? The real question is, who doesn’t know him?

Beery is loved by many, and hated by few.

Beery is a cornerstone in the English Department at Wadsworth High. He teaches one of the most notorious classes in Wadsworth, Reading Lab. A widely poplular class within the student body.

“I can’t wait to get into Reading Lab,” said senior Ben Goddard.

He has taught freshmen through junior English classes throughout his career here at Wadsworth. Beery has made his time spent at the high school worthwhile. His favorite class to teach is junior English.

“I love teaching junior English because it’s my favorite subject because I love American Literature,” Beery said happily.

Mr. Beery seems like a man that truly loves his job. For 13 years he has spent his time helping students and athletes alike.

His mentoring way of life does not stop in the classroom.

He also coaches football and track in his spare time. As a head track coach, he spends most of his time preparing for

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the next season and making sure his guys are getting ready.

A third place finish at state in 2003 has only motivated him to take it to the next step and aim for a higher, goal. But he will never forget that memorable season.

“Competing against the best teams in the area and attending the state meet to watch Wadsworth athletes compete,” Beery stated enthusiastically about his favorite moments.

This man’s duties are never done. He has a large family to take care of. Beery and his wife Dawn have four children together. Not just four children, but four beautiful daughters. Allison, age 11; Haley, age 6; Madison, age 3; and Kaylin, age 2 make up the Beery household.

He is a softball dad at heart though. His daughter Allison carries the athletic gene Beery, himself, carries.

Beery has stated many times that he is the “greatest shooter in the world.”

His unique style of teaching, coaching and parenting makes him a man that nobody can hate.

He captures the attention of all his students and makes learning fun.

He seems to get in touch with each one of his students. In no way does Beery enjoy hunting, but he still finds time to talk to students about it. The Mr. Beery contemplates the tricky answer to his crossword puzzle. grinning man just relaxes behind his PHOTO BY LIZ MYERS desk and takes in the stories and dishes out his share with students when not fourth period entertained. working diligently those same kids to improve So next time you see this man wandering through the their English skills and comprehension. hallway or coaching some athletes at the track, do not be Beery loves all his students equally, but above afraid to say hello. He is not afraid to spend time with a all is his favorite, “Chewie” Szalabawka. From random student in need of aid, so do not be shy. His door is beaver trapping, to hunting squirrel, and deer always open for company. stories, our beloved friend Chewie always keeps

Mandy FAVORITE FOOD: Ice Cream because it mends everything.

FAVORITE SUBJECT: A.P. English

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“No matter what obstacle life puts in your path, take a deep breath, think, and find a way to hop over it.”

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Nick FAVORITE

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HOBBIES: Teaching myself to play guitar, singing, running,golf.

FAVORITE FOOD: Quesadilla de fajitas from Casa Del Rio.

PLANS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL: Impact people’s lives while going to college to study to be an architechtual engineer.

Myers’ Menu Dining Downtown

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BY ELIZABETH MYERS places Save gas, lose some pounds, eat downever!

The Sub town. There are so many different and unique Station restaurants right here in Wadsworth. Why is a great go all the way to Montrose? With winter right place for around the corner and gas prices still soarlunch or ing, it is both convenient and money saving This sign above The Sub Station restaurant downtown is a familiar sight for most citizens d i n n e r to try one out. and has Two of these places are unspoken rivals. of Wadsworth. PHOTO BY LIZ MYERS The two coffeehouses, Caffessimo and a lot of choices. They serve everything from sub sandwiches to salads, soups, and sides, including onion Sonnet’s, offer very different experiences.

Caffessimo has a living room-study type rings and french fries. The subs can cost between $9.50 feel to it, with its carpeted floors, television, and $10.50 for 12 inch sandwiches and $4.75 to $5.25 for and fireplace. It offers everything from muf- 6 inch sandwiches. Sub Station features a soup of the fins and coffee to sandwiches, ice cream, and day for $2.50.

Another downtown restaurant is Alexandris II. Its an assortment of drinks.

Sandwiches, both grilled and deli, range breakfast menu looks like most with omelettes, pancakes, in price from $4.00 to $6.50. “We have killer waffles, and of course eggs. However, it does have chicken salad sandwiches,” said Janet Allman, many original selections. One of these is Our Breakfast who has been an employee for four months. Croissant. This a very large croissant filled with eggs, Speaking of salads, they range from a $3.50 cheese, and your choice of breakfast meat. This creation is wonderful! Not house salad to $6.25 chef only are the selections salad. And of course, for breakfast good in they have many types of taste but also good for coffees, including your wallet. From my exespressos, cappuccinos, perience, breakfast for lattes, and steamers. three was approximately “[It is] nice and per$15.00. sonal in the downtown pictures Alexandris also has a area,” said Allman. “I get tonight large lunch/dinner to know people. I have menu. The only items regulars now.” on the menu that are Sonnet’s is a much over $10.00 are the smaller facility than These shelves are packed with many different steaks, filet mignon, and Caffesimo and has more kinds of coffee at Caffessimo. PHOTO BY LIZ MYERS of a restaurant feel. It has a similar menu of the lamb chops. Featuring pasta, seafood, sautes, and salads, sandwiches, breakfast options, and of course appetizers and salads, anything would be a of course coffees. Even though the menus good choice.

So, maybe you won’t lose weight walking around are alike, Sonnet’s prices are a little higher.

Their muffins are a great choice for breakfast downtown looking for the new cool place to eat, but it will save on gas. So be part of the community and or even if you just needed a filling snack.

Just around the corner is one of the most support your local downtown restaurants.

Career/technology New computer features, designs

BY MARGARET WHEELAND

The ever-changing design of computers can boggle the mind. With all the advancements in computer features, it is amazing how computer manufactures can make the models sleek and affordable.

Some of the newer features include: wireless keyboard and mouse, Wi-Fi roaming broadband, voiceover internet telephone, flat screen LCD, liquid crystal display, monitors, monitors of increasing size, and many more things.

Now, it is no longer a dream for keyboard and mouse to be wireless; it is just an awesome revolution of computer design. Wireless has helped to create less hassle because constrain on the wire does not exist.

The invention of Pavilion a618x-b 1000 gigabites of information on a single CD is a video editor’s dream. This 1000 gigabites of information allows information to be layered. Mainly used in major corporations to pitch ideas.

Mr. Saniga, a computer technician at Rohrer Corporation, said, “People are more creatively inclined when they’re not playing tug-of-war with their mouse.”

Wi-Fi roaming broadband works with air waves so it deletes the attached strings that normally limit a person on their computer.

With Wi-Fi, anyone can have access to their e-mail account, the Internet, or to their company network no matter where they are.

Another great innovation is the voiceover telephone. This allows people to talk to one

another without phones while being on-line.

The only item needed is a microphone that is connected to the computer’s processor.

The development of flat screen monitors has also become popular due to the changing sizes. Apple is one of the few brands of computers that are offering flat screens in 20, 23, and even 30 inches. Apple computers have also become a graphic prepress.

This means that one computer can do the job of 10 people in a faster time and can still be improved.

According to Saniga, “Apple has pioneered the big stuff.”

However, “with the advent of the OSX10, applications for PCs are becoming more competitive,” said Saniga. Considering most computer manufactures will research any new idea Minitower Bundle that people would want to see become part of a computer.

Most computers already contain a DVD player, a CD writable, and have enough memory to download tons of music, games, and software. It seems with all the advances that computers have made, the advances will never be enough to fulfill people’s satisfaction.

Saniga said that some day, he would like to see great changes in the way computers store, burn, and intake information. It is likely that one can expect to see changes that would include things like computer intake of human voiced commands.

The limitation of computer technology is nonexistant.

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Hot Honda brings Harrison national review in to the temptation of racing.

Transforming this most recent CRX into the attention grabbing work of art it is today, took more time than money. Costing only around $2,000. In case you are not familiar with the cost of automotive parts and extras, two grand is sand off a beach.

BY CODY STEIGERWALD

Technology of the month National Information and Communications Technology Australia (NICTA) lab in Canberra has developed a system that will help drivers to be safer. It is called DAS for driver assistance system.

It is a GPS-based system that could replace road signs, which would make some supporters of similar programs very happy.

DAS uses three cameras to alert the driver of upcoming road signs. One camera is mounted behind the rear view mirror and is used to simply take in the road ahead, a “gaze monitor”. The other two placed on either side of the instrument panel of the car and are used to see what thedriversees.

The images from all three cameras are fed directly to a computer that would be set behind the dash. Software on the computer can read the shapes of the road signs, rectangles, diamonds, octagons, circles,etc.

Not only does the computer know what road signs are ahead, but also how fast your going, through its connection with the speedometer. When is sees an octagonal stop sign for instance, it will check to see if the car is slowing down appropriately. Ifthedriverisnot,itwill give an audible warning.

Similar projects focus on replacing road signs all together, with such devices as radio beacons, and GPS information systems that will remind drivers of road rules.

Open a national magazine and one will see actors, elected officials, sports stars, and other dominant figures in today’s society.

Open the October issue of “Tire Review,” and one can expect the same; even Wadsworth’s own Ben Harrison. The issue is easy to spot, with Harrison on the cover, orange CRX Si and all.

Harrison, a senior this year, takes CISCO and enjoys working on cars in his spare time. This is his fourth CRX; this one took only six months to mold into the sleek machine it is today. He has had no formal training in automotives. His interest in cars started nine years ago, when he was shown the basics by his dad. For the most part, he taught himself in order to achieve his goals.

His love of this popular Honda model started with his brother and some angry creditors who were involved with illegal street racing. After a confusing exchange of engines, chaises, and other “goodies,” Harrison had not only saved his brother from a attention grabbing jail sentence; but also had his first CRX Harrison PHOTO BY SHELLY ANDERSON Si. All this before he even had his license, teaching him the value of not giving

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As for the orange skin, Harrison chose it because it chose him, “After all, how many mid-90’s Honda CRX Si’s do you see around town?” Making the money is the first step in any endeavour of this magnitude. Making the money is easier then deciding how to spend it. He was employed by an elderly woman to pack some of her things to move at the rate of $20.00 per hour. At the end of the shift, he had earned $600.00; when he completed the total project he had amassed $2,500.00.

When the editor from “Tire Review” came to Wadsworth looking for “tricked out imports,” he asked the local high school if their automotive class had any. When no one could respond, the instructor referred the editor to Harrison. Harrison, not only met the editors expectations, but stood out in the instructors mind.

“They know I do all my own work.” He said, “I guess they respect that, too.” The editors liked his car enough to put him in the magazine. When the original candidate for the cover photo was unable to fulfill the commitment, Harrison stood out again.

“It must have been the orange or my pretty face.” He responded when asked why he was chosen. He discovered it with the rest of the nation, when he was sent his copy.

Harrison’s hard work is a testament that dedication and persistence pays off.

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November 2004

Powderpuff proves girls can play with the boys

BY SHELLY ANDERSON AND COURTNEY HARRIS

Whoever said the girls were not as good as the boys lied. A group of seniors, juniors and sophomores proved that they are just as talented in the annual powderpuff game on October 30. Also, several boys showed their feminine side, by dressing up and putting on quite a show posing as cheerleaders for the crowd.

With Brian Cooper, David Guthrie, Jeff Gasser and Billy Leahy announcing, the fans got more than they bargained for. With “advertisements,� the longest raffle winning number, and witty comebacks, everybody had a good chuckle.

The entire game went back and forth; the crowd was impressed. Coaches and players alike kept it interesting.

The junior team was led by Jessica Handshue, following in the shoes of her big brother, Matt. Senior leadership was taken up by the fierce Leslie McCammon.

The final score of the game was a rough 20-1, Seniors.

Juniors were given a sympathy point by the announcers.

Although the end score was a blow out by the seniors, it was still an enjoyable day for everyone.

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2: Kurt and Emily , both seniors, take a moment to go over the next play for Davies to run into the huddle.

3: Junior coach David ran along the sideline hollering at the referees all game.

4: Leslie , along with the rest of the senior team, prepares to line up for defense.

5: The junior offense huddles up to get the next play from quarterback, Brittany .

6: The junior coaches show they are not only close on the field, but also are best friends.

7: Freshman football players and tailgater boys pump up the crowd in their cheerleader costumes.

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1: Senior Billy shows off his bandaid after finishing up.

2: Raffle winner senior Lauren cuddles up with her new red, stuffed lizard she won.

3: Jimmy , senior, flips through a book everyone must read before donating blood.

First student blood drive of year remains close to home

BY SHELLY ANDERSON AND COURTNEY HARRIS

The annual National Honors Society blood drive brought another big turn out.

With appointments every 15 minutes, donations were given by over 108 students in less than three hours.

“I felt bad because I had to turn people away. We had over 300 sign up, but it was nice to know so many wanted to come out. We did accept over 220 students,” said NHS president Lindsay Massau.

Normally, WHS hosts one drive each year, but this year we were given the opportunity to have two, November 3 and another March 30. By having two, we had the choice where to give the first donations. Keeping it local, NHS chose Wadsworth-Rittman Hospital. The second donation drive will send all donations

whereever it is needed.

Some students see it as a easy way to get out of class. For others it is more meaningful than that. “ I’m a universal donor, so not just one blood type can be helped. I like giving blood and the needles!” stated senior, Billy Leahy.

A lot of the donors were giving blood for the first time. Although scared, they hung in there.

“It is so nerve-wracking! I just wanted to get it over with,” declared junior Emily Levitt.

From 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m., students filed in and out of the East Gym. When all was said and done, over 200 students donated.

With another blood drive in the spring, NHS expects another huge turn out from the students.

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5: Seth , senior, showing just how neat the little red stress ball is.

The ball is given to donators to help keep the blood following through their veins.

6: At 2:00 p.m., the line to donate was still just as long as it was all day. Even through the long wait, over 200 students gave 172 pints of blood.

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BY CLAIRE DAVIS

Superman, Batman, Spiderman, Hercules- all are acceptable definitions of heroes. Blood recipients, however, have their own definition: our student body, who donated 172 pints of blood at the annual blood drive.

Sponsored by the National Honor Society, the blood drive took place in the East Gym on November 3. Two hundred twenty students courageously signed up to be pricked with a needle, just to donate to those in need.

According to Mrs. Haskins, advisor of NHS, so many students signed up that NHS actually had to turn some away. These seventy students had to be cut off because the Red Cross did not have enough accommodations.

“There was only one blood drive bigger than ours, and that was Mentor High School’s blood drive, ” Haskins said.

All blood donated will go to Wadsworth Rittman Hospital. Instead of paying for it, they will get 172 pints of free blood. Other hospitals have to order and pay for blood from the Red Cross when needed.

To entice those students who were hesitant about donating, various restaurants donated a variety

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT WHS ******** • Student Council & Key Club lent a helping hand by raking leaves FOR FREE on October 30.

• The Senior girls won (20-0) the powder puff football game on October 30.

• The play “John Lennon and Me” kicks off December 2, 3, and 4. All profits will be donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

• The Business Co-op students will be selling sweatshirts throughout November.

• Do not forget to remind your parents to order the 2005 yearbook!

• Register for the ACT as soon as possible. Last sign up for the December 11 test is today, November 18!

• Register for the January 22 SAT and SAT Subject Tests before December 20.

• Seniors, do not procrastinate on those community service hours!

Junior Emily waits in anticipation for the needle during her very first blood drive. PHOTO BY SHELLY ANDERSON

of foods for the students to munch on. Pizzazios, Bob Evan’s, Pizza Hut, Wendys, Applebee’s, Papa John’s, The Galaxy, Gionino’s, East of Chicago, and Ann’s Pastry all generously donated samples.

“My favorite appetizer was the buffalo wings from Applebee’s,” said junior Dan Grassell.

Even with the delicious food donations, some students were still afraid to donate. The thought of a needle piercing into skin is enough to make anyone shudder.

There was also the fear of fainting. However, students put those fears aside, and courageously donated their blood. It

takes a hero to face pain and discomfort in order to give to those in need.

Besides being able to show off a fashionable bandage, donors got to walk away with the satisfaction of knowing they did a good deed for another person.

“It was a good experience, and I think everyone should try it at least once,” said junior Lauren Martin.

Since our school sponsored a blood drive, it has the chance to earn up to $1,500 in scholarships donated by the Red Cross.

“The Red Cross encourages schools to sponsor a blood drive, and in turn rewards the schools with scholarships,” Haskins said.

Students act out

BY TRISHA BRADY

Watch out Broadway! Several students are perfecting their acting skills for the performance of the annual fall drama. This year the drama department will be performing “John Lennon & Me.” The talented cast has been prepping their performance since their first practice on September 15. They excitedly await the opening night, which is December 2.

“I’m not nervous right now, but I’m sure I’ll get the butterflies on opening night. I think the turn out will be amazing!” said Krista Erwin who plays Claudia, one of the lead characters in the play.

However, this play is not like all the other fall dramas, according to the cast. Justin Manning, who plays a doctor in the production said, “It isn’t considered a ‘classic,’ and the story line is different in its own way.”

Mrs. Csaky, one of the directors, said, “Like our other fall dramas, this is a challenging piece.

However, this time it’s focused on teen issues like peer relationships, understanding, and having empathy for our peers who are ill or have disabilities.”

Perhaps one of the play’s best assets is the variety it offers. Amy

Sobnosky said, “It has a comic relief and very lovable characters.”

The drama features a teenage girl who suffers from cystic fibrosis. It focuses on dealing with problems.

Yet, the cast provides a few laughs for the audience to lighten the mood and enhance the show.

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- Mrs. Csaky and Mrs. Zagar, directors The cast and the directors have been working hard for the first show, anticipate a full house, and have a stomach full of butterflies.

“I’m nervous just thinking about opening night. But I’m not worried because I know we will be ready to give a great show,” said Kate Waanders, the lead of the play.

Clearly, this talented cast is tackling a tough drama, but welcomes you to the great show.

If you did not get the chance to donate this time, you are in luck; NHS is sponsoring another drive on March 30.

“For the drive in March, all blood will be designated whereever it is needed, meaning any hospital can purchase it,” Haskins explained.

However, if you want to donate blood, you must be 17 years old and you need to bring a photo I.D. Among the restrictions in donating blood, Haskins said the most important is not having received a tattoo in the past year. Also, you should be feeling well on the day you are donating.

Haskins hopes the drive in March will allow more students to donate. Every student is encouraged to give blood if he or she wants to.

In light of this month’s drive, Haskins claimed it went very well.

“It was very successful and everyone was very cooperative,” she stated.

Appreciation goes out to all those who donated, especially from those who will receive blood.

So for those of you who want to be a hero in someone else’s eyes, you don’t have to be blessed with Superman’s powers; all you have to do is simply donate blood to those in need.

CLUBBIN’!

What?

STUDENT COUNCIL Who? Members of each class that write essays and are elected by their peers. Even those not elected can be involved.

When?

They meet the first Wednesday of every month. They also participate in community activities. The executive board meets every Tuesday morning.

How to take part?

Ask a student council member when the next service activity will be and then you too can join in on the fun.

Or you can tell a representative what you want changed!

Fine Arts Student of the Month

Kate Q: What activities are you involved in?

A: I am Editor-in-Chief of The Bruin, Vice President of Speech and Debate, President of Key Club, and in the school’s fall drama, “John Lennon and Me.” Q: What is your favorite activity at WHS? A: It’s too tough to call. I love everything I do, and that’s why I do it.

Q: What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

A: My dad always tells me if you’re going to do a job, do it right. I try to follow his advice, and do everything to the best of my abilities.

Q: What are your plans after graduation?

A: Vacation at the beach baby! Oh, and then maybe college or something like that.

Q: What is your worst memory of high school?

A: Sophomore year, we were playing ultimate frisbee in gym class, and when I reached up for the frisbee, I fell flat on my face. Very embarrassing.

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Where are they now?

BY ALI DAVIS

As the year progresses, last year’s graduates seem to be distant memories.

Where they are now will give you a chance to check in with alumni to see where they are and what they are doing today.

Brittany Fracasso and Ben Schrock were interviewed for November. Both were exceptional athletes at Wadsworth High School.

Brittany Fracasso is currently attending Kent State University. She recieved a scholarship for her outstanding soccer-playing abilities. She plays outsidemiddle and sometimes forward.

Fracasso scored the first goal of the season for her team, and is a great addition to the Flashes. Kent’s current record is 9-2-5.

When interviewed and asked what she wanted to do with her future, Fracasso stated, “I first wanted to be a doctor but my dad discouraged me from doing so, so he suggested nursing and I shadowed nurses and just decided that I like it.”

Fracasso is majoring in nursing. She wants to continue nursing and get her masters degree to become a nurse-anesthetist and move to North Carolina.

There, she wants to raise a family and continue her career as a nurse.

Ben Schrock is currently attending the College of Wooster.

“The best part about college is being on your own with no one to tell you what to do,” stated Schrock when asked what his favorite part of college is.

Schrock’s major is chemistry. “I’ve always liked chemistry. It’s probably been my strongest subject and I really liked Mr. Schmeltzer; he’s a great teacher,” said Schrock.

Schrock is also an athlete for The College of Wooster. He is currently on the first team for football and says he is getting a lot of playing time. Wooster’s current football record is 6-0.

Ben Schrock is planning to attend the College of Wooster for the next four years. Then, he hopes to go on to medical school. After that, he plans to become a family doctor while raising a family of his own.

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Celebrity look-a-likes

BY LAURA HLAVATY AND ALI DAVIS

While walking through the jam-packed halls, you might encounter a few select students or teachers whom you may mistake for famous Hollywood hotshots. You might have seen these few select students or teachers on the last cover of your favorite magazine or while flipping through the channels of your favorite hit TV shows.

Here are just a few of them who ironically look very much like that girl or guy you just saw on TV!

MRS.

JEFF

TARA

ERIN

ERIKA CHRISTENSEN

JOEL

MIKEY

REID

FIEVEL MOUSEKEWITZ

PHOTOS BY PAT BRINK AND ALI DAVIS

Top left: Junior Jeff Harsh has been told he resembles One Tree Hill star Chad Michael Murray. If only he had the same basketball skills as Lucas. Middle left: Senior Alisan Haley and celebrity Tara Reid not only look very much alike, but they are both always the life of the party! Bottom left: Senior Nick Solitario’s mouse-like nose and ears make him the perfect look-alike for the lovable Disney character Fievel. If only Nick was as cheerful and friendly. Top right: Who wouldn’t mistake Mrs. Dills with Rachel Dratch from Saturday Night Live? They had to have been separated at birth! Middle right: You may catch Junior Erin Rohrer sometimes giving the same confused daze as Erika Christensen from Swim Fan. Bottom right: Joel Ott and Mikey from Recess, no explanation needed.

Junk of the month

BY ALI DAVIS AND LAURA HLAVATY

Paul Coleman M. D. 107 5th St. S E Suite 9 Barberton, OH (330) - 848 - 1799

RACHEL DRATCH

CHAD MICHAEL MURRAY

ALISAN

NICK

DILLS

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No wait... it’s Annie Bruce speeding by in her 1991 GMC truck.

If any of you have seen this magnificent vehicle, you may have been overcome with envy and at the same time wondering, “where can I get one of those for myself?”

Annie Bruce gave us a firsthand account of what it is like driving November’s Junk of the Month.

She received the truck about a year ago, from her brother Jake. She went on to describe the highlights of the car, such as the handmade wooden bed, the leaky windshield, and the missing rearview mirror.

Bruce had but one final inspiring quote for other potential junk of the month-ers, “I feel very proud to be driving such a sweet ride that is considered the Junk of the Month.

It makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.”

Top: Check out Annie sweet grill!

Bottom: Whoa! Who wouldn’t want a hand-made wooden bed?

Those rims must have cost her a fortune! They sure do shine!

And it even has a hemi, or so she says.

PHOTOS BY PAT BRINK AND ALI DAVIS

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sports

November 2004

Teams turn heads during playoffs Soccer ends season at Strongsville

Volleyball serves, sets, spikes its way deep into playoffs

BY MAXX MATHENY

BY MAXX MATHENY

The boys soccer team had its season ended October 28 by a 1-0 score in the District Finals.

The team was led by strong offensive play from forwards Andrew Lang, Dan Otanicar, and Jake Miller. Also helping out on the attack were midfielders Max Hiltner, Steve Fracasso, and Brion Anderson.

Defensive leadership really shined throughout the year. Senior Andy Farver helped to guide the younger players in the right direction. Giving up only fourteen goals on the season, junior Joel Cavanaugh proved his worth as goalie.

In the first game of the playoffs the Grizzly faced off against the Cloverleaf Colts, who stopped a very talented team in the same place the previous year. Domination was the only word that could be used to describe this game.

With a final score 5-2 Wadsworth

Top: Juniors Max and Justin rovided leadership, helping the team to advance into the District Finals.

Bottom: The girls volleyball team prepares to return a serve from the opposition. PHOTOS BY COURTNEY HARRIS

moved on to play Medina.

In the second round, the boys were in for more than they had expected. With Medina leading one nothing Max Hiltner scored to tie the score and send it into overtime. In

overtime Fracasso blasted a ball past the Medina goalie to seal the victory.

Next up they faced defeat in the last eighteen seconds on corner kick that got by Cavanaugh, ending the boy’s season.

All Suburban League Honors

BY SCOTT SIESKY

Girls Soccer Girls Soccer this year obviously had a strong team with seven players on the All Suburban League list. Kellie Pierrot, Rachel Burcher, and Catie Cianchetti were three names that made it on to the first team. On the second team were seniors Emily Davies and Mandy Jack. Coming in with honorable mentions were Steph Sussman and Britt Busson.

Boys Soccer On the Boys Soccer team this year there were six players who made it on to the All Suburban League teams. On the first team this year was Steve Fracasso and Justin McInturff. Juniors Dan Otanicar and Max Hiltner were the two players named on the second team. Seniors Brion Anderson and Nate Flath were named as Honorable Mentions.

Football With eight players Football had the most on the list. Michael Adams and Brian Svenson took the first team honors. The four players on second team this year were, Jordan Busson, Nate Glasgow, Matt Handshue, and Kyle Kurowski. Honorable Mentions were David Crowley and Matt Mountjoy.

*See below story for Girls CC honors*

Even without having an exceptionally strong regular season, the girls volleyball team proved their dominance when it came to the playoffs.

“The strong play of the team could easily be attributed to the number of great players, a great coach, and we came together throughout the season.,” said senior captain Brittany Schmeltzer.

The team unity really showed during the playoff run. The close wins could easily be credited to the team’s play as a whole.

They opened up the post-season against Garfield. In three straight games they were able to take the easy victory. One of the funniest moments of the season took place in this game as junior Tara Leahy hit a Garfield player in the stomach during one of her serves.

The next round put the Grizzlies against the Bulldogs of Stow. Going into the game, Stow was the second seed of the tournament, and looking to knock the Grizzlies

Volleyball With an outstanding season this year Volleyball had Abby Niedert on first team, Marie Muller on second, and Aimey Reynolds and Brittany Schmeltzer bringing home Honorable Mentions.

Girls Tennis Girls Tennis came in with Ann Marie Burton on first team. Kelly Sipp was placed on to second team All Suburban League. Heather Bender and Andrea Jensen were also named as Honorable Mentions.

out of the Sectional Championship hunt. Early in the match, Stow was on the offensive taking a 2-1 lead in games going into the fourth. The Grizzlies, however, were able to rally back and win the match in five games.

After taking sectionals by storm, the girls then hooked up against Austintown-Fitch in a game to remember. Fitch came into the match seeded third in the tournament. Down 0-2 in games, they then won three straight to take the victory. It may have been the biggest part of the tournament because they were facing elimination right in the eyes. In the deciding game five, the Grizzlies wiped the floor with Austintown, showing them that Grizzlies never quit.

Next up in regional play they faced off against Twinsburg in a game that would favor the Grizzlies. The girls were able to defeat them but then fell to a strong Solon team in the regional semifinals. The dream of state, although it went a long way, finally had come to an end. The dream season was over.

Boys CC Boys Cross Country had Nick Burton on first team All Suburban League. Backing him up were Brian Day on second team and with Honorable Mentions were David Carter and Adam McCaman.

Boys Golf Boys Golf also had a total of four players this year. Senior Blake Fisher was named to the first team. On the second team were Corey Cavanaugh, Nick Campagna, and Cody Hatch.

Girls run toward Suburban League Title

BY JUSTIN MCINTURFF

The girls cross country team accomplished something that no other fall sport did this year. They were the only team to win the Suburban League. The Grizzlies dominated the league for the most part, with Tallmadge being their only tough competition.

The Lady Grizzlies ended the season with a 84-39 overall record, and also having a 7-0 record in the Suburban League.

Leading the team this year were senior co-captains Keli-Jo White and Karen Hall. The team would

not have been able to accomplish what they did this season without having the leadership that they did.

“Senior leadership was important because three of our top runners were freshman,” stated Head Coach John Martin, “and it was the seniors that helped them get there.”

The seniors on the team this year led by example. White led the team with an exceptional season. She finished eighth at the District meet, and thirty-fifth at the Regional meet.

“Keli-Jo was our top runner this year, she was the only runner to advance to the regional meet, also being selected onto the first team

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all Suburban League” said Martin.

Other runners receiving first team all-league honors were Abbey Tucker, Christine Fajt, and Aly Stano. Also, Jenny Harsh, Brittani Peltz, and Lauren Woodard were named second team.

The girls encouraged each other to do better, and this is why the team was able to be successful.

The stiff competition at practice allowed the girls to improve.

The Lady Grizzlies were able to succeed this year because they were such a close team.

The girls worked for each other, and wanted to do well.

Throughout the summer, the team met every other morning to prepare for the season. The girls ran over 150 miles in the summer, and they also went to a team camp to help them prepare.

“The runners averaged 150 miles of running during the summer, and two weeks in August that

were 45 mile weeks,” stated Martin. helped to bring the team together.

The biggest accomplishment of One example of this would be the the season was the success the annual potato bake. team achieved. The girls were the The season could easily be only team to win the Suburban summed up in one word: success.

League Championship this fall season, proving that their hard work really paid off in the end.

“Winning the Suburban League Title this year was really great,” commented Martin, “this was our fourteenth SLT.” The Grizzlies had to overcome many adversities this season. Junior Megan Fritz had an ankle injury, and junior Chelsea Blackmon moved to Texas.

The fact that the girls were so close made the season much easier. It also made the training much easier to endure. Senior Keli-Jo shows determination during a meet. PHOTO FROM BRUIN ARCHIVES Traditional events also

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Entertainment

November 2004

Remodeling families’ lives

BY LISA DENTE

It could be your lucky day today! Everyone has had times where they wish they had a new home to live in. Maybe you like your house and its location, but you want your bedroom bigger with royal blue walls, but never get the time to add on and paint. Money may be the issue as well, and it is just the fact of dollars that may be holding you back from this big project. “Extreme Makeover” has expanded its horizons from human makeovers to home makeovers.

The “Extreme Makeover Show” has changed many people’s lives, and now they are moving on to bigger and more expensive things. The “Extreme Makeover Show: Home Edition” is now remodeling families’ crumbling homes and turning them into works of art across America. The makeovers have been known to change the outlook of families’ lives as well.

Every episode starts off with the traditional wake-up call “Good Morning!” from Ty Pennington, the show’s host.

Pennington and the rest of the designers surprise an unexpected family with news that they have been chosen for a home makeover. They are sent away from their homes for seven days while the crew rebuilds an entirely new home including interior, exterior, and landscaping included. Some projects would ordinarily take months at a time, but these designers put their heads together to get the finished project

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completed in a maximum of seven days.

Mr. Kallai’s carpentry class has been taken on such projects before. They are given limited amounts of time to build a house or a barn. Given such a limited amount of time, stress is a big factor. Everyone takes stress in a different way in this kind of environment.

A student in Kallai’s carpentry class gave advice on how to handle such stress, “use teamwork, and do not get overwhelmed.”

Each episode always has an extra makeover perk for the children living in the home. One episode included an indoor pool for the little girl living there. She was highly allergic to sun, but loved being by the pool. I asked the carpentry class, what they would do if they were given a family with kids.

“I would design the house with fire poles and slides from room to room,” said one of the carpentry students. This is a clever idea to put a smile on each child’s face.

So as for “Extreme Makeover” families say it is unbelievable. It truly helps those families who are going through a struggling time or are in need. For more information on the show, you can log onto its site at www.abc.go.com and check out the Primetime link for the show’s homepage.

You can catch “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” every Sunday at 8/7 c on the ABC channel.

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Extreme Makeover makes a run-down house into a dream house for various families. An example of a makeover, like the one above, helps families live happier and more laidback lives. PHOTO COURTESY OF ABC.GO.COM

Just Kidding

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BY BEN NIED

The infamous “house in the woods” in Boston Township is claimed to be haunted. It is one of the favorite spots for serious ghost hunters. PICTURE COURTESY OF WWW.PRAIRIEGHOSTS.COM

Ghost hunting in Ohio’s backyards

BY BEN NIED

Today when teens want a good scare, they head off to one of the many haunted houses that pop up all over the place this time of year. But in recent years, these haunted houses have not been enough for some people. This has resulted in many searches for scary places in nearby communities and counties.

Ohio has its share of haunted sights, and many more are being discovered every year. The closest, and one of the most popular places, is the River Styx Bridge.

“Being there, it was definitely a little scary, just because none of us knew what to expect. But for being some of the first kids to be there, it will be an experience I’ll never forget,” said senior Eric Richardson.

Back in 1899 the bridge was the site of Train No. 5 mysteriously jumping its tracks. Ever since, the bridge has been the site of many more fatal tragedies. A strange fog has been said to suddenly appear near the tracks, and there have been many car accidents on River Styx Road below the bridge. They have involved people who claim to have seen something falling from the bridge then swerve to miss the phantom object, thus crashing their car.

The next spot that has grabbed the interest of many people is also located in River Styx. The River Styx Cemetery is said to be haunted. At night, the cemetery has given many people a grave feeling when walking through the place.

Though no certain accounts have been mentioned, this place is definitely one that would be interesting to explore.

A total of 30 sites nearby have been credited with supernatural sightings and happenings. Some of the more popular and more frightening places are the Akron Civic Theatre, the Cleveland Agora Theatre, the Edwin Shaw Hospital, Beaver Creek, Franklin Castle, Boston Township (Hell Town), Kingsville Library, River Styx Bridge, Squire’s Castle, and the Mansfield Reformatory.

“The night I went to Hell Town was awesome. Even though it was really hard to find, the way back there was creepy, and the whole place has an eerie feeling to it. I think Hell Town is one of the scariest places in Ohio,” said Mike Reynolds, a recent graduate of Wadsworth High School.

Of all 30 locations, the most frightening and dangerous is Hell Town. Many visitors and residents have reported accounts of violence, cultic meetings, deaths, supernatural activity, and unexplained phenomenon in the areas around this place. Hell Town is located within the Boston Township, Bath, Sagimore Hills, and Peninsula areas, only about 30 minutes from Wadsworth.

There are many stories about this place. Some say that the abandoned house in the woods is haunted and there is an evil church that holds cultic meetings. Others say there is a possessed road where many drivers have crashed, have become stranded, or gone missing. Many other legends come from this area that involve similar happenings. One interesting fact connected with Boston Township is that the movie, “Children of the Corn” was filmed there.

“I think that most of these places are just made up urban legends used to scare people, but I think some of them could have some truth behind the stories and are unexplainable,” said senior Paul Young.

The legends surrounding these places are numerous, and it is your decision to believe them or not. Many legends have a reasonable explanation behind them, but it is always fun to give everyone a good scare. Visitors never know what they might find one dark and stormy night in Ohio’s scariest places.

Music

November 2004

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Switchfoot rocks Cleveland OPINION BY CAMERON CORNELIUS

Multiplatinum artist Eminem’s new CD, Encore, is expected to be a major hit.

PHOTO COURTESY OF CELEBRITYPICTUREARCHIVE.COM

New CDs blow music fans away

BY KYLE KUROWSKI

One of this year’s biggest CDs just came out Tuesday, when Eminem released his new album Encore. Next Tuesday, the much anticipated With The Lights Out, by Nirvana, will finally be released.

Encore is the follow-up to Eminem’s 2002 smash hit CD, The Eminem Show.

Encore is a controversial CD that is jampacked with some politically-charged songs that definitely show Eminem’s distaste for the Bush administration.

Encore could possibly sell over one million copies during its first week. This is a feat that few artists are able to accomplish due to the file-sharing revolution. Eminem was able to do it in 2002, and he will probably do it again.

With The Lights Out is a three CD boxset featuring 81 of Nirvana’s songs, including live recordings, studio outtakes, and a collection of lead singer Kurt Cobain’s home demos.

Nirvana was a very influential grungerock band in the early 90’s. They were not the first band to have their sound, but they were the first to make it into mainstream music. They shed light on a whole generation of youth that was fed up with superficiality and commercialism of corporate-America. Unfortunately, their time was cut short with the untimely death of Cobain in 1994.

The box-set will also include a DVD of previously unseen footage and a 60 page book. It was originally supposed to be released in December of 2001 to mark the 10 year anniversary of the release of their first CD, Nevermind. However, its release was delayed due to legal battles between Cobain’s widow, Courtney Love, and surviving band members Dave Grohl and Krist Novoselic.

“I’ve been waiting to get the CD [With The Lights Out] for almost 3 years now. I can’t wait to hear Cobain’s demos,” said junior Evan Rozlog.

With The Lights Out and Encore will probably become essential parts of any serious music fan’s collection.

Switchfoot, The Format, and The Honorary Title collaborated to form a rockin’ show of epic proportions. They played their show on October 27 at the Agora. It was jampacked with fans at a sold out show.

The Honorary Title opened the show, crooning their way through a half hour blend of emo and pop. Their musical style is very similar to Dashboard Confessional. The lead singer, Jarrod Gorbel, bore his heart with his soaring vocals and intricately worded lyrics. However, he did not relate with the crowd very well. The whole point of an opening band is to fire up the crowd and get them prepared for the rest of the show. This was not the case, the music seemed far too mellow to get the crowd riled up and ready to rock. Regardless, The Honorary Title is a band worth checking out.

The Format took the stage next, rocking the crowd for almost an entire hour. Lead singer Nate Ruess kicked their portion of

the show off with a bitter anthem of love

Switchfoot headlined the sold-out show.

Their show attracted a variety of fans, ranging from 12 year-old girls to 45 yearold-men. PHOTO COURTESY OF WWW.SWITCHFOOT.COM

gone wrong. Their music proved to be the pop-punk emo style sound with whiny vocals and poppy guitar hooks. The Format did a great job relating to the crowd. Although, their language shocked the mothers who were expecting a Christian show.

The Format definitely had the kind of stage

presence that makes concerts fun and exciting.

Switchfoot was the headlining band of the show. While the first two bands only received a lukewarm reception from the crowd, Switchfoot received a hero’s welcome. Their set was arguably the best of the three. Setting musical taste aside, I really enjoyed Switchfoot’s show. Switchfoot’s use of the light system, and stage movement was the best I’ve seen. They definitely seemed to be having the time of their lives rocking for a bunch of Christian kids. The crowd base was varied. It was not uncommon to see 12-year-old girls screaming their lungs out next to 40-year-old men. They did a great job of involving the crowd, with a rockin’ rendition of Meant to Live.

“Switchfoot definitely had the best stage show. They rocked the house!” said sophomore Ward Greenhaghl.

It was a great time, and regardless of the flaws, all the bands did an excellent job rocking through almost three hours of music.

Uppercut punches way onto music scene

BY KYLE KUROWSKI

Uppercut is a new all-freshmen, indierock band. They are a fresh new blend of emo, punk, and hard rock that is unlike anything on the music scene today. They have the emotion of Dashboard Confessional with the intensity of Metallica.

Uppercut formed about two months ago and is already playing at parties and writing many of their own songs. They practice at least twice a week for two hours at each session.

Lead singer Eric Thomas and guitarist and backup vocalist Drew Kline write all of the lyrics for their songs. Kline and lead guitarist Chris Saniga write all of the guitar parts, and drummer Aaron Krumheuer and bassist Dan Cullman build on what the gui-

tarists have come up with.

The band members have a variety of backgrounds, but they all wanted to form a band that has its own unique sound. They were influenced by a variety of artists including: mewithoutYou, Thursday, and Atreyu.

“When Drew and I were at camp this summer, all we could talk about was forming a band that sounded different,” said Krumheuer.

They talked with their friends who played instruments and found a few that were interested. What they ended up with is five guys with a lot of talent who just want to jam and have fun.

So far, being young freshmen hasn’t caused them any problems. Saniga has an older sister, Caitlin, who is a senior. He

knows a lot of her friends which makes it a lot easier to be accepted by the upperclassmen.

“Just because we’re young, doesn’t mean we can’t rock,” said Uppercut’s lead guitarist Chris Saniga.

Uppercut performs their first gig at Caitlin Saniga’s party. PHOTO BY STEPHANIE SANIGA

Cam and Kyle’s Music Corner Something Corporate Bio: Something Corporate comes from Orange County, California. Playing polished, literate emo-styled alternative rock, they began opening for bands like Sugar Ray and Better than Ezra. Andrew McMahon, Brian Ireland and Clutch played as a band in high school, and when they picked up Josh Partington, they became Something Corporate. Now a headlining act, Something Corporate rocks numerous venues across the United States. Many people are attracted to their use of the rock and roll piano.

Website:

Upcoming Concerts 11/18 Authority Zero 11/20 Midtown/Matchbook Romance 11/27 Hoobastank 11/28 Korn 11/30 George Thorogood 12/4 Nas 12/6 Edwin McCain For more information,see ticketmaster.com

www.somethingcorporate.com

Related Artists: Ace Troubleshooter Jimmy Eat World Relient K Yellowcard Dashboard Confessional Ben Folds Five The Early November The Movielife Taking Back Sunday Coldplay

Albums: Audioboxer(2001) Leaving Through the Window(2002) Songs for Silent Movies(import-2003) North (2003)

Something Corporate poses for a publicity photo. They released their live DVD, Live at Venture Theater, on November 9. PHOTO COURTESY OF WWW.SOMETHINGCORPORATE.COM

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