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News.. 2 | Opinion.. 4 Student Life.. 6 | Mini-Feature.. 7 Feature.. 8 Health & Lifestyle.. 10 | A & E.. 11 Sports.. 14 | Backpage.. 16

Xpress Staff Editor-In-Chief Katherine Bauer

Photo Editor

Kathleen Parrish Photographers Jessica Fenske Ellie Detweiler Maddy Bailey

Business

Tory Brown

Distribution

Donavin Wenger

Online Editor Jeff Frieden

News Editor Tyler Testin News Writers Kathleen Parrish Tory Brown Erin Drahozal Amy Boe KJ Giles

Opinion Editor Amy Boe

Opinion Assistant Abby Willey Opinion Writers Nic Ekland

College Planning with the Guidance Office, ICAN Adults love to ask high schoolers how they are doing in school, where they want to go for college, or what career they are going to have. Students are not as eager to offer any answers.

Many find choosing the right high school classes, selecting the best college, and deciding on a quality career to be daunting tasks. There are two resources in the community prepared to help Xavier High School students prepare for their future.

“Preparing for life after high school is so much more than just finding the right school,” Mrs. Cara Joens said. Mrs. Joens is Xavier’s new Admission and College Coordinator, operating out of the school’s guidance office. “It’s about self-discovery. It takes time to find out what you want, what you are interested in, and how a school or program may be able to help you reach your goals. The sooner you start on that journey, the easier the path will be.”

Mrs. Joens encourages anyone confused by the college planning process to stop by the guidance office with questions.

“I like to take an individualized approach to the college application and selection process with each student,” Mrs. Joens said.

“It typically begins with a faceto-face meeting with students and their parents to talk about their interests, passions, goals, and academic achievement.”

Another counter punch to the fears of college preparation is located a few blocks away at the Linn Regional Center.

This building is already utilized

by Xavier students to take Kirkwood classes. The regional center is also occupied by the Iowa College Access Network (ICAN). The people of ICAN begin assisting students after eighth grade in all aspects of college planning. They supply the answers to financial, scholarship, and admissions questions.

“Most importantly, we help figure out the financial aspects of college,” ICAN Director of Communications Brittania Morey said. “Potential careers provide education requirements and starting salaries. We will take this information and

Admission and College Coordinator Mrs. Joens is ready to help students plan for college. Stephanie Wehr Photo. lay out a budget for college that takes into consideration future earning potential and ability to repay student loans.”

When the road to college gets rocky, Mrs. Joens in the guidance office and ICAN will pave the way. The first step is to get connected. Stop by Mrs. Joens office, or visit ICAN’s website, http://www.icansucceed.org.

Tyler Testin News Editor

Erin Drahozal Erin Foley Brooke Alexander Adrienne Hayes

Student Life Editor Jenny Dickes

Student Life Assistant Morgan Ross Student Life Writer Stephanie Wehr

Mini-Feature Editors

Faith Bohrer & Mikayla Noonan Mini-Feature Assistant Hadley Shriver

Feature Editors

Brady Hoffman & Jessica Driscoll Feature Writer Brylee Bastian

Health and Lifestyle Editor Samantha Valenta

Health and Lifestyle Assistant Maddy Bailey Health and Lifestyle Writer Hailey Justice

Arts & Entertainment Editor

Kayla Thompson & Rachel Lampe Arts and Entertainment Writers Catie Locher Donavin Wenger Nic Ekland

Sports Editor

Daniel Richardson Sports Assistant KJ Giles Sports Writers Luke Koechner Grant Gibney Ryan Williams Mark Wardlaw

Backpage Editors Jessica Fenske

Backpage Assistant Ellie Detweiler Backpage Writer Anna Christianson The Xpress Bi-weekly Xavier High School 6300 42nd St. NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52411 Volume 16 Issue 1

New Success Center Setup The Student Success Center is completely redone. It now has four sections separated for different activities. In the back, by the window, is the comfortable area filled with couches and chairs. The tutoring section, which is also the game free zone, is located in the center.

The southwest corner is the collaboration area where there are white boards and Apple TVs so students can work on projects together and display them.

Finally, in the front right corner, is the quick work area. This area has tables, computers, and printers for work that will only take a few Senior Xtra Allison Jasper tutors senior Michaela Brown minutes to finish up. There is before school in the redesigned Student Success Center. also more furniture on the way. Kellie Wagner Photo.

Another change is an increase understand and grow in subjects The Student Success Center is in hours the Student Success they are struggling in,” senior not only for students who need Center is open. The Center will Xtra Anna Zittergruen said. academic help, but for anyone who now be open from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Being an Xtra also has its needs to study or work on projects every weekday with Xtras, the benefits. All Xtras get two school together. Now students can study Xavier student tutors, willing to credit hours for helping out. and work with their friends at help every class period, before, “My goal of the Student school in comfort and style. and after school. The Xtras help Success Center is to make with every core class offered at it an incredibly busy, active Tory Brown Xavier. Some Xtras specialize in place, where any student feels News Writer one or two subjects, while others like they can go to get and are willing to help with any subject. give help,” Xtras moderator “It’s nice to see people Mr. Mike Goldsmith said.

September 18, 2014

School calendar switch Students across the state of Iowa may stop counting down the number of days left of school.

Instead, they will count down the hours. Lawmakers are on track to approve a new school law that ignores the regular 180 days of school, but instead focuses on the 1,080 hours of school.

The Iowa Association of School Boards says that this bill will give schools more say over how to construct a school day that best fits their students’ way of learning.

This transition allows Iowa to join the majority of states across the country that already use hours instead of days. Now, Iowa is one of the 34 states across the nation that use hours.

At Xavier High School, for every two hour delay, the hours will be added together until they reach a full day or a half day. Every snow day will be made up, as usual, and either added to the end of the year or added as one of the many built in snow days in the calendar.

“I am a fan of school hours instead of days,” senior Elizabeth

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Bailey said. “It’s my senior year, and I want to live up every possible moment I can in these hallways.”

Xavier has also decided to take away some of the Wednesday early dismissals. Several half day dates were taken off the calendar to give students a couple more hours of learning. Faculty and staff will have two full days for professional development.

Early dismissals will disappear throughout the school year because of the big emphasis Superintendent David Benson and all other superintendents around the state have on school hours instead of days.

This new law has been put in to effect for the 2014-2015 school year.

Erin Drahozal News Writer

Planting seeds of health History is full of famous gardens: the Garden of Eden, Michelle Obama’s White House Garden, Madison Square Garden.

A new garden is about to join the list. Xavier’s Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) are planting fruits and vegetables to serve to the school and community.

“I wanted to get involved in gardening because it is one of the ways to make our school a Blue Zone,” senior Rachel Parr said. Parr is Co-President of HOSA at Xavier.

Xavier’s new garden is part of the larger effort to create a Blue Zone high school. The Blue Zone is an honor bestowed on schools and communities who reach specific health objectives.

The city of Cedar Rapids has encouraged all area schools to participate in the Blue Zone initiative. No school in America has reached the level of health required to get in the Zone.

This garden adventure with agriculture puts the Saints on the fast track to Blue Zone certification.

Getting fresh and nutritious foods into the lunch room is vital for any school with a focus on health.

HOSA moderator Mrs. Kris Naeve has led the gardening effort with Parr’s help.

“Students are hoping that some of the produce will be able to be used in our school lunch program, and the rest will be donated to local food pantries,” Nurse Kris Naeve said.

Look for homegrown potatoes and assorted melons to make

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Vegetable beds and a new fence mark the future site of HOSA’s garden. Kris Naeve Photo. an appearance on the lunch room salad bar in the future.

This experiment in gardening is funded by the Parr family, Transamerica, various grants, and HOSA sponsored blood drives.

As the fruits and vegetables of Xavier’s new garden begin to grow, so will the health of the school.

HOSA is hoping fresh produce will produce a healthier community.

Tyler Testin

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4 Welcome Home, Freshmen We l c o m e , freshmen, to the wonderfully grey halls of Xavier High! It feels like not long ago I was in your shoes, both excited and nervous for what was to come.

Yet somehow, three years later, I’m here, at my kitchen counter trying to figure out how exactly I’m going to impart some wisdom on you all to help you in the next four years of your life (talk about pressure)! Hopefully by sharing some of my tips and tricks you all will learn what to do (or even what not to do) in order to save yourself some embarrassment and have the best XHS experiment.

Let’s start with the obvious: get involved. Yes, I do in fact know you have heard that so many times you’ll probably never forget it, but don’t just remember it. Listen to what Nike says and “just do it,” because I promise you’ll never regret trying a new sport, joining a club you’ve never heard of, or running for student senate just because you want to try something new. Who knows, you may even get elected.

Keep your grades up now.

You may hear that freshman year doesn’t matter, but the truth is that if you don’t put in the work now, you’ll pay for it in the end.

Remember that teachers are not the enemy and that they are willing to go #theXtramile to help you with anything.

Opinion Talk and be nice to everyone.

This one’s important because you don’t want to look back realizing that you didn’t do your best to be friends with as many people as you can, because there’s no such thing as too many friends, right? Don’t be intimidated by upperclassmen.

We actually aren’t that much cooler than you, and I promise we don’t bite. At least most of us don’t.

Go to events. I’m not just talking Friday night football games, but challenge yourself to go to at least one game or performance of every sport and activity. Speaking of football and every sport: CHEER. I promise you’ll get more out of the games if you do. If you’re like me and don’t know much about sports, watch your peers closely and yell whenever they do, and I promise you’ll be set.

Now I’m going to let you all in on a secret, a game changer, something I wish I’d known sooner. You ready? Don’t wish it away. High school is where it all happens for the first time.

Where you can have both the best and worst days of your life all in one week. Where you’re old enough to be independent, but still young enough to avoid too much responsibility. Where you may lose good friends, but gain some amazing ones. Try to live in the moment and remember to have fun, because there is only one XHS, and it’s yours for the next four years. Welcome home, my friends.You’re going to love it here.

Amy Boe Opinion Editor

Senior Amy Boe counsels several freshmen on the ways of Xavier. Nic Ekland Photo.

Stop Judging Teachers Have you ever heard the phrase, “Don’t judge a book by its cover”?

That same rule should apply to teachers.

Don’t judge a teacher based on what you hear from others. Would you not watch “Hangover 2” because people

say it’s not as funny as the first one? Would you not go eat at a new restaurant because a few people say they don’t like it? Why would you judge a teacher based on what you hear from others?

Teachers have a hard enough job as it is trying to balance lesson plans, grading papers, and figuring out how to work an iPad. Why would we make it harder by saying, “That teacher doesn’t even teach” or “This teacher hates me”? Can you imagine trying to do your job with people saying mean things behind your back?

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Parking Lot Etiquette A new school year comes with a lot of new: new locker, new lunch spot, new classes, and new teachers.

Somehow, amidst all this change, Xavier students seem to adapt quite well. However, there is one major problem area... the parking lot!

I recognize that this can be a very scary place for some people, and I completely understand. Not all of us can park equidistant from each line and some of us have not yet learned the unspoken “rules” of the parking lot. Fear not! I’ve amassed a list of some of the most popular complaints regarding the XPL to help you all through the year.

1. While in line to exit the parking lot after school, let at least one car go ahead of you. If everyone does this, things will go a lot smoother and faster.

There will also not be the need for the evil glares we give those who choose not to let anyone in. You know who you are.

2. Park in your grade’s designated area. For freshmen, this means you park in the back of the fresh/soph lot. Sophomores, you get the front. In the junior/senior lot, senior parking is the first four full rows of parking. Juniors are the last rows closer to the soccer field. If you park and notice that your parking pass color doesn’t match the ones around you, you’re in the wrong area. So move.

3. Park within the lines. Seems simple enough? Keep in mind that being on the line is not the same as being between them. If you’re having troubles with this, I suggest you practice in your free time.

4. Don’t stop while in line to talk to friends. If it’s under a few seconds, it’s fine. However, if it’s any longer you’re holding everyone up behind you. If this is you, don’t act surprised when people honk at you.You deserve it.

5. Freshmen and sophomores, please do not use 42nd Street to turn back into Xavier! If you have practice after school and

I have been guilty of judging a teacher before I even met them.

I listened to other people and believed what they told me, and it turns out that the teacher could actually teach, and I ended up really enjoying their class.

I understand that some teachers will teach with a different style. What I’m saying is don’t judge the teacher before you have them. Even if you don’t agree with the way they teach, make the best of it. In life, you won’t always get the greatest boss or coworkers, but you have to make the best

need to get to the senior/junior lot, use the exit from the side of your parking lot. When you turn onto 42nd Street and then back into Xavier, you’re making it impossible for any seniors or juniors to exit if they’re turning left.

6. Parents, please, please, PLEASE drop your student off in the designated drop off lane! Do not use the parking lots as your child’s loading and unloading zone.

Using the parking lots may seem like a great idea, but I’m sorry to tell you, it’s not. You’re hindering students who need to get to class or leave quickly after school.

All in all, parking lot etiquette does make a difference. It can mean being two minutes early to class or it can mean having to deal with a tardy. If we all try to follow these rules, we can expect to deal with less dinged doors and tire slashing threats. Together we can make this the best year ever!

Adrienne Hayes Opinion Writer

Junior Adrienne Hayes gives her evil glare when no one lets her in line to exit the parking lot. Katherine Bauer Photo.

of it. If you don’t understand something that a teacher says, don’t go behind their back saying, “They don’t even teach us.” Try going up and talking to them. I bet most teachers have more than one way of teaching something if you don’t understand a lesson.

This school year is what you make it, and your grade is what you make it. Are you going to blame your teacher, or are you going to make the best of it?

KJ Giles Sports Assistant Editor

September 18, 2014 Show Your School Spirit Coming back to school after summer break may be one of the most dreaded times of the year for some students.

However, fall sports are right around the corner, and what better way to snap out of the blues than to attend these activities and take part in the student section?

Personally, cheering in the student section is one of my favorite things to do at Xavier, and I love to see everyone else enjoy it just as much.

Dressing out according to theme may be the most enjoyable part of attending games, besides the game itself. The coolest thing is seeing a student section full of people wearing the same attire. It makes us look more united as a community, plus it’s super fun getting ready with your friends before the game.

Opinion When I say fall sports, I don’t just mean football. Yes, it is great to see the football team under the Friday night lights, but there is so much more to the Xavier community.

Try to attend a volleyball game, a cross country meet, a choir concert, or any other performances that are coming up this fall. We should not be restraining ourselves to one sport. We should support all teams at Xavier and appreciate the hard work they do by making a student section for all extracurricular activities.

This particular time of the year is among our favorites in the Xavier community. Being in the student section is a time to forget about the huge paper you have due next week or the big test tomorrow. It’s a time to be with your friends and cheer on our classmates.

The student section is a crazy place to be, but that is what makes it so enjoyable. So this fall, make a point to attend as many activities as you can, and make the student section more energetic than it has ever been.

Erin Foley Opinion Writer

The student section cheers on the Xavier football team during the first home game of the year. Ellie Detweiler Photo.

Confidence vs.

Complacency We’ve all been told to “be yourself” and that “you’re perfect how you are.”

There has been a huge push in the positive self image movement in the past few years.

It’s a great thing that has turned our society ever so slightly away from ridiculous standards of perfection. However, one of the glaring flaws with this methodology is complacency.

First, for some ground work.

Positive self image is based on

thinking that you are good enough and that you should not set yourself up to the standards of others. This is done through accepting your body type, dressing how you want, and letting your personality shine! Knowing who you are as a person and what it is you enjoy and want to get out of life is the cornerstone of positive self image. Life is too short to do or be something you don’t enjoy. Make yourself stand for something.

Now for the issue. Some people have taken this self-confidence and positivity to mean how you are right now is perfect and needs no personal improvement. This can be seen in people who are overweight or underweight saying they do not need to change. This is not accepting your body type.

There are physical health issues with having an unhealthy lifestyle.

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Juniors Abby Willey and Hailey Justice check Instagram to see what their friends are up to. Kellie Wagner Photo.

Think Before You Speak The world today thrives on social media.

For those of us growing up in this generation, very few can say they’re not involved in it somehow.

Though we are all aware of it, some choose to use it more often than others. If you’re anything like my friends, simply being together is a good enough excuse to blow up everyone’s Instagram feeds.

Unfortunately, some people aren’t quite as forgiving as others while scrolling through the abundance of photos posted on the weekends.

People grow far too upset when they see a tweet that’s “annoying” or if someone else’s Instagram photo gets more likes than their own. But if you take a step back and look at the reason you’re irritated, you’ll probably find that the complaint you’re about to make isn’t worth your time.

The truth is, social media effects our society way more than it should.

Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and other sites have made several positive impacts on the world today. Whether it’s sharing a picture to update relatives who

Loving yourself means wanting to take care of yourself. You cannot deny the evidence that individuals who are not the correct weight are unhealthy. Find out what it means for yourself to be healthy.

This previous idea is applicable to personality and skills. It’s great to accept your personality and be the person you were born to be.

However, this is not an excuse to be an indecent or rude person.

Being a bold person does not give you the right to act out impulsively.

Being honest or blunt does not justify being insulting. We are always growing, and sometimes we need to consciously change ourselves so we can become mature. That is a huge shout out to anyone still in that middle school phase of cliques and enemies. No one is a better human being than anyone else. You are all talented

live far away or dumping a bucket of ice on your head to raise awareness for ALS, the point of social media is to post. I’ll admit that I’m guilty of belonging to the half that posts (in some people’s opinion) “too much”. Should I really have to feel guilty though?

Social media gives each person the freedom to post whatever they would like.It also gives each person the freedom to follow anyone they would like. It’s much easier to simply tap the “unfollow” button than it is to spend time composing a complaint. When I log into my Instagram account, I shouldn’t have to feel like I have restrictions on what I can post because of the opinions of the people who follow me. If you don’t like what someone posts, nobody is forcing you to receive their updates.

The point is, it’s not up to you to decide what others post on social media. Keep your opinions to yourself, mind your own business, and remember the old saying your parents used to tell you: if you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.

Abby Willey Opinion Assistant Editor

and valuable in your own way.

The fact is, there is a fine line between confidence and complacency. One day you’re on top of the world,thinking you can do anything. The next thing you know, you’ve fallen behind because you stopped your progress. Find the balance. Push yourself for that new personal best. But don’t beat yourself up if you fall short.

Katherine Bauer Editor-In-Chief

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How many hours a week do you spend on the Paper?

“10-14 hours a week.”

-Katherine Bauer

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“I don’t have a Twitter.”

-Tyler Testin, Editor “Not Nic Ekland.”

-Erin Drahozal, Writer “Catie Locher.”

-Kathleen Parrish, Writer “Christine Jengwa.”

-Amy Boe, Writer “I don’t have a Twitter.”

-KJ Giles, Writer “Mikayla Sherman.”

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“Rudy.” -Brady Hoffman, Co-Editor “The Fault In Our Stars.” -Jessica Driscoll, Co-Editor “Safe Haven.” -Brylee Bastian, Runner

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If you could stay one age forever, what would it be?

“22.” -Jessica Fenske, “22.”- Ellie Editor Assistant

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If you could meet one celebrity, who would it be?

“Paul McCartney.”

-Kayla Thompson, Co-Editor “Channing Tatum.”

-Rachel Lampe, Co-Editor “JFK.”-Nic Ekland, Writer “Zach Efron.”-Catie Locher, Writer “Nicholas Cage.”

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If you could be a teacher in the school who would it be?

“Mrs. Moses because of her kids.”

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What’s the best hall talk you have ever heard?

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What would be the best part about not having a sense of smell?

“Not having to smell gross stuff.”

-Sam Valenta, Editor “Having a better sense of everything else.”

-Maddy Bailey, Assistant Editor “Not having to smell downtown Cedar Rapids.”

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What teacher are you most intimidated by?

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Xavier High School

Extraordinary Students There are 733 students at Xavier High School. That’s 733 chances Xavier, as a whole, can prove it’s extraordinary.

Would it not be extraordinary if the cheers heard from the student section, were heard at every accomplishment Xavier achieves? Imagine hearing the same amount of support at a choir concert, when one Saint improves their grade, throughout Xavier’s service day, or even after an inspiring morning prayer from a favorite teacher. Believe it or not, this happens. Deafening cheers may not be heard everyday, but silent support, compliments, and recognition are abundant. If there is so much support, why is it that some teens still feel self conscious? A question to ask is, if some students feel less than exceptional, how can a fellow Saint change their mind?

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Low self-esteem is a thinking disorder in which an individual views him/herself as inadequate, unlovable, or incompetent. Go out of your way to make sure everyone feels included.

More than 40% of boys in middle school and high school regularly exercise with the goal of increasing muscle mass. Encourage boys to be fit for their health not their image.

About 20% of teens will experience depression before they reach adulthood. Give everyone a smile in the hall. You don’t know what they’re going through.

38% of boys in middle school and high school reported using protein supplements. If you see someone using these, show them other healthy options.

7 in 10 girls believe that they are not good enough or don’t measure up in some way. Compliment anyone you think needs it.

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What is something you admire in your fellow classmate?

Anna Weih ‘17

Melody Snow ‘17

“Jack is super nice.”

“Jacob is really nice and funny.”

“Anna is nice to everyone.”

ALea CHallenger ‘15

“I’m easy going.”

Thomas Hasleey ‘16

“I am an athlete.”

Iman juenger ‘16

“I am pretty chill.”

“I am pretty easy going.”

“I am a very dedicated person.”

“Thomas is really fun to be around.”

“I am talkative and like to make friends.”

“Iman is a great singer.”

“Delany is super welcoming.”

“I am always happy.”

“Melody has pretty, long hair.”

Delany Brietbach ‘15

Jack Lemke ‘18

Jacob Hines ‘18

What is something you like about yourself?

“I smile a lot.”

“Alea is always laughing.”

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Kazoku is a Japanese sushi restaurant on 2nd Avenue in downtown Cedar Rapids with most food priced between $10 and $20.

The first thing I noticed when I got into the restaurant was the lounge-like chairs. The chairs closely resemble love seats with big tables separating the two.

The next thing I noted is the open atmosphere. The tables have plenty of room between each other so you don’t have to worry about over-hearing your neighbors’ conversations. However, one downside is the music, which may be too loud for some peoples’ taste.

Next, I move onto the food.

For my meal, I ordered a bento box with salmon teriyaki. The bento box consists of miso soup, vegetable spring rolls, California rolls, and white rice. I substituted the vegetable spring rolls with Alaskan rolls for a $1 charge. The salmon teriyaki was fantastic. It was flakey, the sauce was very sweet, and the two made a fantastic pair.

Finally, the service. It’s certainly the most important part of any restaurant and the part I am most critical of. The service at Kazoku was subpar. It took 10 minutes to get the drinks, and the servers seemed to be arguing with each other. The food took longer than expected to be brought out, which

would have been ok had they not forgotten my miso soup, which they ended up giving me to go.

While there were some flaws, I did have a good experience with my server. She was friendly and was trying her best to provide the best experience for the patrons.

Overall, Kazoku is a casual sushi restaurant with mid-range prices and a nice lounge atmosphere, perfect for a nice casual date or just an evening out with mom or dad.

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This year, band director Ms. Kelli Swehla has chosen the musical West Side Story as the theme for the marching band shows. The songs are Maria, I Have a Love, Somewhere, and Tonight.

The band will perform at halftime of Xavier’s home football games and will also compete at four competitions throughout the fall. The group consists of 63 members, which includes the newest section, color guard.

For the past two years, the guard has been absent from the group from lack of interest.

Xavier’s color guard is a group of five girls who accompany the marching band with flags.

“I joined color guard because it’s something different to do,” junior Natalie Wobbe said. “I love being a part of the marching band

11 and working with Ms. Swehla.”

The competition season takes off September 27 when the marching Saints head to Linn-Mar and Pella invitationals.

Catie Locher A&E Writer

Above: Sophomore Tanya Zaugg and junior Natalie Wobbe practice their routine during marching band rehearsal.

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Xavier High School

What’s Happening on Broadway?

New York

Chicago

Anna, an English schoolteacher, helps the King of Siam come to terms with the modern world.

Wicked tells the story of two classmates from Oz, Elphaba the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch.

Matilda begins to unintentionally release telekinetic powers and soon uses them in an attempt to drive away her cruel principal.

“In New York, we saw three shows at Broadway, but Phantom of the Opera was my favorite. I think the story is so dramatic, and the singing is amazing. They go above and beyond to make the experience for their audience amazing.”

Annie, stuck in a miserable orphanage, is selected to stay with a wealthy industrialist, Oliver Warbucks.

After the price of newspaper rises at the Newsies expense, they take action.

Jersey Boys tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons and their rise from unknown to pop superstars.

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Sarah Burke ‘16

“Shows in New York were more intimate and the actors were more talented than at other theaters. Each musical is completely unique in its own way.”

Noah Manternach ‘15

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Swimming trunks have turned into sweatshirts and late nights with homework. Summer 2014 has come to a close, and with it goes the music that will often remind us of the good times we had. What better way to commemorate the moments than with a review of the best music album of the summer?

Not many stood a chance in my mind because this delicious 16 song mix, masterfully created by the artist G-Eazy called These Things Happen, which features A$AP Ferg, BlackBear, E-40, and Jay Ant, blew the competition out of the water.

California born, Gerald Earl Gillum (better known as his stage name G-Eazy) is considered to be one of the best up and coming talents in the music industry at only 25. Eazy created six mixtapes and three EPs before he finally caught his big break with his debut

album These Things Happen, topping many charts at number one and apexing at number three on Billboard’s Hot 100.

Very seldom will I actually go out and physically buy a hard copy of an album, but with These Things Happen, I had to. Eazy has, in a way, conjured up an album so beautiful by obtaining the perfect balance between chill and party, effectively making listeners replay his album over and over.

I can say with confidence that while listening to These Things Happen, rarely will I hit the skip button, making 56 continuous minutes of bliss. The songs Tumblr Girls, Far Alone, and Been On top the album, but to get the full experience, all 16 songs must be bought. Buy These Things Happen on iTunes for $9.99.

Nic Ekland A&E Writer

September 18, 2014

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Sports

Xavier High School

New class, same tradition

Bailey brings high expectations

The 2014 football season has kicked off. Although teams will still be using brown footballs and playing on green grass and turf, high school football has a different look to it this year as the entire state of Iowa has moved to district football. In addition, after back-to -back 4A state runner-up finishes, Xavier will be competing in class 3A based on enrollment size.

Several factors led to the decision for Xavier to compete in 3A. Xavier held discussions with coaches, athletes, and parents about the idea of playing in the different class. The result of those discussions led administration to the decision that the Xavier community is more in favor of competing at this enrollment classification.

Another factor was the decrease in projected enrollment over the next ten years and the decrease in youth football participation. Over the past two years, youth football participation has dropped 30%.

The Saints will be members of district four out of eight districts in class 3A. For the next two years, they will compete with Dewitt Central, Dubuque Wahlert, Maquoketa, Marion, Solon, and Western Dubuque.

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Xavier Volleyball has had plenty of success in the last couple of years, compiling seasons with 26 and 28 wins in the 2013-14 and 201213 seasons, respectively.

Heading into the new season, expectations are as high as ever with first-year head coach Katie Bailey patrolling the side lines. Coach Bailey enjoyed a successful college career as a player, serving as a team captain and earning NAIA Champion of Character honors.

Coach Bailey is no stranger to impacting games from the sidelines. She has coached club teams since 2011, helped with the summer camp “High Performance,” and even ran a volleyball league called “My First Volleyball League.”

Coach Bailey will have plenty of returning veterans to help lead the team and its newcomers.

“I couldn’t have walked into a better situation,” Coach Bailey said. “They are a really great group of hardworking girls with some tremendous talent.”

That talent includes returning seniors, outside hitters and defensive stoppers

schedule will also include three non-district games, including Dowling Catholic, Davenport Assumption,and Iowa City Regina .

“We scheduled three nondistrict games against Dowling, Regina, and Assumption, I don’t know if anyone has a tougher non district schedule then we have,” Athletic Director Mike Winker said. “3A football is new to us after 22 years playing in 4A and the schools we are playing have excellent traditions and have done well in the postseason so we are expecting every week will be a tough game,” Winker said.

Xavier’s schedule includes playing at reigning 4A state champion Dowling Catholic week one, and includes playing at home against reigning 2A state champion Iowa City Regina in week eight.

“Competition is competition, so you always have to prepare the way you usually do and just go out there and do your job,” junior running back Sean Murphy said.

According to bcmoorerankings.com, Xavier has the sixth hardest schedule in the state for class 3A.

K.J. Giles Assistant Sports Editor

Xavier Football 2014 Schedule 08/29 @ Dowling Catholic, West Des Moines, Loss 24-2 09/04 @ Assumption, Davenport, WIn 30-6 09/12 Solon, Win 28-0 09/19 @ Central Clinton, DeWitt 09/26 Maquoketa 10/03 Epworth, Western Dubuque 10/10 @ Wahlert, Dubuque 10/17 Regina, Iowa City 10/24 Marion

Coach Bailey. Stephanie Wehr photo.

Madsy Richards and former KCRG Athlete of the Week Kayla Torson. Both will be spiking the ball off of sets from senior Melanie Wertzberger and the other Saint’s setters.

“Coming off of a District Championship last year, hopes for this season are high,” Coach Bailey said.“We have a different mix of girls this season and a new coach, but another championship is definitely a reachable goal.

We are currently ranked 10th and have a hunger to move up the list.”

The Saints 1-1 in the conference.

Ryan Williams Sports Writer

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Sports

Boys’ and girls’ cross country prepare for meets at Cascade, Clinton The beginning of every cross country season is filled with the hopes of achieving a personal record, winning a meet as a team, and going to the state championship at the end of the season. The Xavier boys’ and girls’ cross country teams see all of these things as viable possibilities in this season.

The season kicked off at Prairie High School with a meet on August LEFT: Senior Maddy Bailey flashes a smile while running at the Cedar 20.

With more Rapids Invite. Kathleen Parrish photo. than four returning RIGHT: Junior Steven Culpepper paces himself during the final moments varsity members of the Cedar Rapids Invite. Kellie Wagner photo. on each team, both the boys and girls are very optimistic this year. Cascade and Clinton. The third teams compete near Cedar “My expectations are that meet of the year took place Rapids is September 30 at everyone gets better and to September 11 at Noelridge Park. the Iowa City West Invite. qualify for state,”senior team co“The race felt good and captain Evan Gradoville said. I believe the team did very The state cross country meet well. We are improving this year takes place November week by week,” senior team Luke Koechner 1 in Fort Dodge. The Saints captain Maddy Bailey said.

Sports Writer have a busy schedule this year, The next chance to see including meets as far away as the Xavier cross country

15 Xavier swimmers dive into upcoming season As the girls’ swimming and diving season starts off, Xavier swimmers will travel to Kennedy and Washington High Schools for practice and meets. This year there are seven Kennedy swimmers and six Washington swimmers.

The Kennedy swim team includes freshmen Sarah Gannon and Anne Marie Swiderski, sophomores Alicia Miltner, Peyton Ross, Kelsey Lempka, and Belle Canney, and junior diver Grace McDermott.

The Washington swim team includes freshmen Lauren Havertape, Hannah Williams, Sylvia Clubb, and Lily Bryant and juniors Lauren Durin and Samantha Valenta.

Lauren Havertape won the 100 fly and was on the winning 200 medley relay against Dubuque Wahlert.

Sarah Gannon won the 500 freestyle against Jefferson.

Washington and Kennedy swam against each other on Tuesday, September 16 at Washington High School.

Grant Gibney Sports Writer

Even, Saints strive for fourth straight MVC Divisional title For most high schoolers, summer is a time to relax and have fun with friends and family.

Senior golfer Jordan Even was able to enjoy all these simple pleasures in addition to a win at the Pribyl Rotary junior golf tournament in Cedar Rapids.

This four day event included some of the elite young golfers from around the area. With great composure and consistency, Even prevailed in a two-stroke victory on August 8 at Elmcrest Country Club. He was also featured as the winner of the Metro Spotlight Award by Metro Sports Report. This achievement has given him confidence for the season this fall.

“Winning the Pribyl helped a lot,” Even said. “It showed that I can beat every golfer in the area, and it shows that

Senior Jordan Even competes in a tournament last fall.

Kara Zwanzinger photo.

I am worthy of being one of the top golfers in the state.”

The boys’ golf program has been reaching new heights over the past few seasons, developing a reputation in the Metro area.

With three key seniors moving on after graduation, a rebuilding phase has begun for the Saints.

Even is not alone, though.

Junior Luke Winker returns

with valuable competition experience and brings along a collection of up-and-coming talent to the varsity squad.

Among the group of underclassmen are sophomores Mitch King, Sam Martin, and Tyler Breitbach, along with freshman Matt Neumeyer.

Junior Brody Robinson has also played a vital role in his first year as a member of varsity.

The season officially kicked off on August 14 with the MVC Super Meet in Gates Park, Waterloo. The Saints finished with a promising 2nd place finish as a team, 18 strokes behind an accomplished and veteranled Kennedy squad. Mitch King tied for 8th place individually, shooting a round of 75. They had another impressive showing at St. Andrews on September 4,

finishing first out of four teams.

Even shot a 1-over-par 36 to capture the top individual medal.

The team is coached by Mr.Tim O’Brien. He is also known for his work with BPA and as a teacher in the Business department at Xavier. Even praises his coach’s great work ethic and commitment to his athletes.

“He always sets a Catholic example by having us pray before every meet and inspires us to make our faith a big part of our lives as well,” Even said.

This young group of Xavier golfers, combined with Even’s experience, are poised to make a mark in the conference once again.

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September 18, 2014

SUMMER SERVICE

This summer, two groups of students from Xavier attended Catholic Heart Work Camp (CHWC) in Farmington, MI and Oklahoma City, OK. CHWC provides Catholics with the challenge to embrace themselves and put their needs aside to feed the hungry, lift the spirits of children, give hope to the disabled, and provide help for agencies. This year, 13,000 Catholics traveled to 50 different cities and gave help to people from around the country.

Farmington, MICHIGAN

“I liked the light show and the dance party. It was super fun just to hang out with the new friends I had made and to play with the kids at my work site.”

-Charlie Esker ‘17

“All of the students went to different work sites, and it was exciting at the end of the day to talk about our experiences.”

-Associate Principal Angela Olson

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA

“I enjoyed working with my family and helping paint their house. I also liked the dance party and had fun while we strengthened our faith.”

- Kaylee Watson ‘16

“My favorite part of CHWC was meeting a whole bunch of new people and helping the less fortunate in the community.”

- Reagan Rokos ‘15

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