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Northside’s auditorium is dedicated to Mr. Hampton by Zainab Bilfaqi May 26, 2006 was a day full of

B celebration, happiness, and memo- ries of a loved and honored member of the Northside community: Cedric L. Hampton. Mr. Hampton, of the music department, passed away in January of last year. Teachers, family, students and friends gathered in the auditorium at 1:00 p.m. to commemorate him. The auditorium was named “The Cedric L. Hamp- ton Center for the Performing Arts” because of his passion for art and The theater.

oof “Mr. Hampton was really driven and passionate about the fine arts. I

think it’s an honor well deserved,” said Mr. Chris Pellikan of the Spe- cial Education Department.

Vol. 8 No. 9 Northside College Preparatory High School September 2006 Vol. The afternoon began with Dr. James Lalley, Northside’s principal, welcoming everyone and speak- ing briefly about Mr. Hampton H and his contributions to Northside. Then, Mr. Leo Park of the Fine Arts Department spoke about his relationship with Mr. Hampton as a student, co-worker, and friend. Mr. Park also touched upon Cedric Hampton’s passion, dedication and vast knowledge of music. He then conducted Northside’s Chamber Orchestra in Gymnopedies No.1 by Erik Satie. The relaxing ambiance was created by the string ensemble with a combination of violinist and a harpist. “Looking at his life being projected brought back memories. Listening to Mr. Park and the orchestra playing Erik Satie’s song Gymnopedies was just beautiful,” Dr. Lalley and Ms. Hampton unveil the plaque that honors Mr. Hampton’s accomplishments outside said Dr. Lalley. the Cedric L. Hampton Auditorium. “The sound and melody of this Photo by Kana Yoo song was so beautiful that it left me thinking ‘Wow’,” said Bianca Andrew Wang, a Northside After Mr. Wang’s speech, Ms. complete dedication and love for Cuyun, Adv. 804. parent and friend of Mr. Hampton, Rivera, Mr. Park, and Mr. Mike music Following the orchestra perfor- followed the choir performance. Lill, also of the Fine Arts Depart- “The piece with Duke Ellington News pages 1-3 mance, Northside’s Advanced Choir Mr. Wang, an architect, worked ment, performed Come Sunday by was chosen because the first piece I filed on stage dressed in matching • Musicians recognized with Mr. Hampton to develop the Duke Ellington. Ms. Rivera sang, performed with Mr. Hampton was • Spring choral concert maroon T-shirts. With Ms. Nythia colloquium program and in later Mr. Lill played the cornet and Mr. a Duke Ellington song,” said Ms. Rivera of the Fine Arts Department years assisted Mr. Hampton with Park played the bass. Paul Balik, Nythia Rivera. “Also, the text was conducting, the choir performed his Living Structures Colloquium, Adv. 604, accompanied the trio on appropriate because bad times were Features pages 4-6 Wondrous Love by Robert Shaw which was about the architectural the piano. Ms. Rivera first spoke a • Northside’s Chinese and Alice Parker. structures of Africa and Asia. few words about Mr. Hampton’s Continued as “Hampton” on pg. 2 visitors • Class of 2010: the breakdown Northsiders make their mark Editorial pages 8-9 Cambodian Genocide curriculum, Lifetime Service award • Markowski: One Fine Summer Day by Abir Usman •CPS budget crisis Northside offers many different gether to create a curriculum that could be taught at curriculums in which students can par- schools on the genocide. Once completed, a few of Centerfold pages 10-11 ticipate. Throughout the past two years, the students went to the 17th Annual National Ser- • Senior goodbyes Northside’s Future Leaders colloquium, vice-Learning Conference in Philadelphia to present • Clubbing at Northside in collaboration with Mr. Tim Devine’s their curriculum between March 22nd and the 25th World Studies class of 2004-2005, has of 2006. James Kurisunkal, Adv. 710, Matthew Arts & Entertainment page 12-13 been working on creating a curriculum Cohen, Adv. 710, and Jessica Galang, Adv. 708, pre- • Beresilicious: My Little List for other schools on the topic of the Cam- sented the curriculum on the March 23rd. A copy • The Da Vinci Code bodian Genocide. of the curriculum was given to all of the service • Loosen up with Nelly The Cambodian Genocide occurred presenters and to any schools that requested one. It between 1975 and 1979. A group of is currently being field tested at various schools. Sports pages 14-16 communists, also known as the Khmer Ms. Christine Olsen played a key role in creat- Rouge, took power over Cambodia on ing the curriculum for the Cambodian Genocide. • Tennis Season Wrap-Up Through creating this, as well as aiding many • Women’s Volleyball Begins April 17, 1975. Their goal was to instill fear in Cambodian people who would other programs at Northside, Ms. Olsen has been then be willing to do anything the Khmer a pioneer in service learning. Recently, Ms. Olsen Rouge wanted. Their reign ended on De- received the CPS Lifetime Service Award on May cember 25, 1978, when Vietnam invaded 17, 2006. Cambodia. About 1.7 million people lost Matthew Cohen presented a speech at the their lives during the time of the geno- awards ceremony talking about his first encounters cide—about 20% of their population. Mr. with Ms. Olsen and how he became involved with Leon Lim, Northside’s head program- the genocide project. mer and Chairman of the Cambodian “Ms. Olsen was the compass for all of the Museum, is a genocide survivor. students involved with the Cambodian Genocide “Within days, the Khmer Rouge was Ms. Christine Olsen holding her Lifetime Service Curriculum Project,” said Cohen in his speech. “Mr. taking people out of their homes,” says Mr. Award. Lim along with Ms. Olsen helped build a communi- Lim. Photo from Northside’s archives ty that could foster a triangle of community service “I showed the Future Leaders collo- between the Cambodian Museum and Killing Fields a local reporter, uncovers the grueling tragedies of quium “The Killing Fields” and after they Memorial, the Cambodian Association of Illinois, war. Many, if not all of the students, had never even saw it, all of them were touched by what and Northside College Preparatory High School.” known about the genocide until the film was showed had happened,” said Ms. Olsen. “They all The Northside community is very proud of all in class. This is where the idea began. Ms. Olsen wanted to do something about it.” of the students who have participated in the project partnered with Mr. Lim to create awareness of these “The Killing Fields” is a 1984 film about as well as the teachers who led it. tragic events. a New York Times journalist who covers “It is a great way for our newer generations to About one hundred and thirty students worked to- the genocide. The journalist, along with learn about the past” said Mr. Lim. Page 2 News The Hoof Beat Singing their hearts out “Hampton” Northside College Spring Choral Concert Continued from front page Prep High School by April Nwatah On Friday, May 19th at 7 p.m., “I’ll Make the Difference.” The begin- temporary and good times were com- Northside’s choral groups performed ning girls chorus performed “Pentatonic ing and that focused on the positive aspect their annual spring concert. Directed by Alleluia,” “Hashivenu,” “Deo Dicamus as opposed to the negative.” 5501 N. Kedzie Ms. Nythia Rivera, Northside’s choruses Gratias,” and “I Dream a World.” In ad- The ceremony ended with a pictorial presented a classical, multilingual perfor- dition, “Wondrous Love” was sung with presentation by Mr. Jorge Lucero and Mr. mance including works in Latin, French, members of the Grant Park Symphony Chris Santiago of the Fine Arts Depart- Chicago, IL 60625 German, Italian, and English. Chorus. ment. The pictures were of Mr. Hampton “I don’t think singing in different Overall, the singers felt positive about throughout the years: from his high school languages was hard,” said De’Monicka their performance, and the audience years with an afro to his vacation in Tel: (773) 534-3954 Burton, Adv. 806. “It’s all about making responded with enthusiasm. China. sure each vowel was sung correctly.” “I think we did excellent,” says Bur- Afterwards, Mr. Hampton’s family The concert consisted of performanc- ton. “It was our last performance and we was led outside of the auditorium for an Fax: (773) 534-3964 es from the beginning boys’ chorus, the had a blast!” unveiling of a plaque honoring Mr. Hamp- beginning girls’ chorus, the concert choir, “I thought the performance were ton. The plaque contains a short descrip- and solos performed by Marisa Buchheit, really good,” said Elmor Pineda, Adv. tion of Mr. Hampton’s accomplishments Adv. 701, Rana Marks, Adv. 810, Amy 803, an audience member. “[The singers] and life. There are also 24 un-engraved Principal: Dr. James Lalley Perez, Adv. 708, and Elly Kakacek, Adv. sounded like angels – even the guys!” plates on the plaque that are reserved for 601. Each chorus had intense practices “This concert was a bit different from the Cedric L. Hampton Award for Music. Assistant Principal: prior to the performance. the winter performance,” said Jodlowski. This award is given to a graduating senior “[The beginning girls’ choir] had com- “At the winter one, we were always on the who demonstrates an outstanding level Ms. Lisa Moreno bined chorus for a few weeks before the risers, so for this one we moved around a of commitment and sincere dedication to Advisor: Mr. Chester Tylinski concert,” said Margaret Jodlowski, Adv. bit more. I definitely think we did a good music. 800. “All of the chorus groups performed job.” The day ended with refreshments and together during the colloquium before the “The concert was awesome,” said music provided by pianist Steve Solomon, concert.” Tim Ng, Adv. 809, a member of the stage Adv. 810. Students, teachers, family and Editors-In-Chief: Damon Beres, Marisa Buchheit, Adv. 701, opened crew. “It was much better than the winter friends gathered together and discussed Aliy Markowski the show with an Italian solo titled “Se Tu concert.” various memories of Mr. Hampton from M’ami, Se Sospiri.” The male ensemble “It’s fun in class learning the songs, educational advice to jokes he said which Copy Editors: Maxwell Brown, performed “Ready,” “Prayer of the but it’s hard work and practices that make left some teary-eyed. Children,” and “The Awakening.” Rana us sound so good,” said Larry Trice, “The part that really affected me was Natalia Emanuel Marks performed a German solo titled Adv. 811, a member of the concert choir. when his mother touched the plaque and Managing Editor: Kana Yoo “Bist Du Bei Mir.” The female ensemble “Overall, I think we did great, but there is began to cry,” said Carlos Rivas, Adv. 801. performed “Beau Soir,” “Die Nacht,” always room to make it even better.” “It made me sad because it’s difficult for a Assistant Managing Editor: Rachel “With a Song in My Heart,” and “Nach- “The concert went really well,” said parent to lose a child, especially some- telle.” Amy Perez performed another Ital- Jennie Ceisel, Adv. 800, a member of the one who was as devoted to music as Mr. Hautzinger ian solo titled “Tu Lo Sai.” The concert girls’ ensemble. “We sang more melodic Hampton.” choir performed “The Heavens Are Tell- pieces this time and had guest soloists and ing,” “Wondrous Love,” “Alleluia,” and pianists.” News Editor: Ashraf Abbas Features Editor: Elizabeth Jose Northside’s musicians receive Centerfold Editor: Abir Usman Editorial Editor: Aliy Markowski recognition Satire: Ashraf Abbas, Damon Beres First annual Music Awards Dinner Arts and Entertainment Editor: by Kana Yoo Patricia Radkowski For the first time in Northside’s seven-year existence, students an announcement of the MAAAD Committee’s previous ac- Sports Editor: Salim Patel in advanced level band, orchestra, and chorus were specially complishments, like insuring a two-page spread in the yearbook honored at an awards dinner on Thursday, May 31. featuring the concert-level groups. The lack of official represen- Photo Editors: Neha Alam, All members of the concert level performance groups received tation in the yearbook was one of the reasons that Mr. Solomon Zenobia Gonsalves Participation Awards, but twenty students in particular were originally met with Dr. James Lalley, Northside’s principal, over given special dinner in the Art Editor: Vasiliki Mitrakos awards in eight summer to dis- different catego- cuss the idea ries. The winners for the awards Shoaib Ali, Zainab of the highest four ceremony. Reporters: awards were Elisa- “As a Bilfaqi, Sejla Dizdarevc, Puja beth Graham, group of Adv. 704, for the parents -- we Gopal, Mohammad Khaleelulah, “National School felt collectively of Orchestra that music Karolina Maslanka, Martyna Award”, Paul wasn’t as much Michalak, April Nwatah, Patricia Balik, Adv. 604, a part of the for the “Louis culture of our Radkowski, Nadir Rashid, Armstrong Jazz school that Award”, Elyse many other Elizabeth Sobenes, Michelle Kakacek, Adv. groups were Zacarias 601, for the like sports and “National School the clubs,” said Choral Award”, Mr. Solomon. and Sarah Shier, During the Junior Reporters: Adaora Achu- Adv. 600, for the ceremony, a fusi, Zlatana Alibegovic, Rhiannon “John Phillip Sou- special video sa Band Award”. presentation Koehler, Andrea Ljevar, Moham- The winners of composed by these highest Mr. Solomon mad Rahman, Riaz Shaikh honors received featured large trophies students from and their names Mr. Leo Park presents Paul Balik, a Northside Alumni, with an award that represents the advanced The Hoof Beat is a monthly publication on the plaques his musical talent. classes created for each Photo by Kana Yoo introducing produced by the Northside Prep Journalism award. They themselves Class. As a student-run newspaper, your were acknowledged for their exceptional dedication, passion, and and stating their reason for liking their music class. Mr. Solo- musicianship. mon made the video so that all student musicians could see the opinions are important to us. If you have “I guess it felt pretty good because I’ve been playing in the shared enthusiasm between groups. However, not all featured any comments, corrections, critiques, or school’s Jazz Band for all four years,” said Balik. “I haven’t been students felt the intended effect. questions, please e-mail Mr. Chester Tylinski playing the piano or trombone for very long so I’ve had to work “I thought it was pretty entertaining because it seemed like hard to get where I am.” his sole intent was to embarrass the people he was interviewing,” at [email protected]. The Music Advocacy and Awards Dinner Committee said Nick Florence, Adv. 601. “It was charmingly awkward.” (MAAAD), in collaboration with the Music Department, put the The evening was made especially possible by Mr. Solomon, evening together to excite students about participating in music. graphic designer Mr. Lance Rutter, and Ms. Imelda Bennett, “In sports the school really makes playing for a varsity team Music Awards Dinner Co-Chairman. In addition to designing exciting, so usually, as a younger player, your goal is to work your the invitations and posters for the event, Mr. Rutter designed the way up to the varsity team,” said Mr. Bob Solomon, Northside school’s new Music Department logo, which is “ncphs” with the parent and MAAAD Committee Chairman. “That’s what we’re c written as a treble clef. trying to do with music: to get beginning level students more mo- Dr. Lalley summed up the reason for celebrating the evening tivated to stay in the music program and improve to a level where in his speech at the beginning of the ceremony. they can get into the concert level performing groups. The awards “Tonight we honor those who make music, those who know dinner is one very important way of obtaining this goal.” that the real challenge for all of us is to displace the chaos, ugli- After a buffet dinner, which lasted from 6 to 7 p.m., Mr. ness and destruction in the world with balance, harmony, and Solomon welcomed the 302 guests who attended, 101 of whom beauty,” said Dr. Lalley. “Tonight we salute those who create the were concert level musicians. Included in the introduction was sounds that make us cry and laugh, think and love.” Page 2 News The Hoof Beat September 2006 Features Page 3 Going out with a bang Senior project crescendos to a grand finale by Monica Wojcik

The guitars on contribution was blues songs, Balik’s expertise fell with jazz, stage may have out- while Florence focused on pop tunes. Guest starring in the numbered the guys, concert were six string players as well as members of the but the senior concert Northside College Prep Jazz Band. on Tuesday, May “I used technology, and synthesized the drum beat with 23rd was no small Fruity Loops software. [It was] very modern sounding,” said feat as alumni Nick Florence. “Paul and I each wrote orchestra music, and Paul Florence, Paul Balik, wrote music for the jazz band to play.” and Kevin Kilgallon Inspiration for the songs came from personal musical in- performed for an fluences as well as simply random events of daily life offering audience of friends, insightful opportunities. family members, “The ones I wrote were blues,” said Kilgallon. “That’s the and curious onlook- music I’m most into and the one I know best, I know how it ers. With its smooth works.” blend of jazz, blues, “The one I wrote for the jazz band, it was last summer and pop, the evening and it was raining outside, and I thought of the melody,” said served up a tasty Balik. “It was a great rainstorm outside.” acoustic treat, com- Living rock star lives all year may have had its ups and plete with the sweat downs, but for the three musicians, everything came down to and tears of several the evening concert. Before the show, the three were nervous months’ hard work. but confident in the previous months’ work. After guest band The idea for the ‘Splosions opened, comprised of Simon Schwartzman and project was born Adrienne Marshall, both recent alumni, the Last Crescendo when Florence, Balik, got underway. Within the first few notes, the worries were and Kilgallon were swept away as the trio rocked out with professional stature juniors, and had been and quiet humor. Shifting from quiet jazz to loud blues, the over a year and a audience was taken on a musical roller coaster, and within a half in the making. Paul Balik, Adv. 604, Kevin Kilgallon, Adv. 606, and Seth, Adv. 601, stand and chat after few songs, left wanting more. Balik, Florence, and Kilgallon Aspiring musicians, the music performance. obliged with an impromptu encore, which brought the night to the trio decided to Photo by Kana Yoo a crescendoing close. take advantage of “Once I started, I wasn’t nervous at all,” said Kilgallon Northside’s Senior Project option to write and perform their “It’s hard to say ‘I have 100 minutes, I’ll write a song’,” after the show. “I felt like the concert went really well, every- own music. said Balik. “It tends to be one of the processes that comes to thing flowed pretty well.” “We were into writing our own music and we realized we you.” “We practiced a lot and we put in the time,” said Florence. wouldn’t have enough time to start a band given the hours at “You can’t keep working on something straight,” said The end of the show also inspired reflections about the Northside,” said Florence. “We needed time during school.” Florence. “Creativity is exhausting. It’s fun but a different kind year and the experience, which is one of the goals of the “Especially if we wanted to write more complicated things of fun.” senior project curriculum. The concert was a testament to and sheet music,” added Balik. “Masochistic fun,” added Balik. Northside’s unique environment of fostering such creativity. “I was talking to Nick in biology, we wrote the proposal, The creative process, however, was also very rewarding. “I “It was a good experience and I definitely feel like I got and decided our final thing would be a performance,” said had a great time,” said Balik. “Once I came up with the song something out of it,” said Kilgallon. Kilgallon. hearing other people bring it to life, there’s something pretty “The senior project was a great learning experience, espe- Throughout the year, the guys got a taste of what it is cool about that.” cially to see the capabilities of putting on something like this,” like to write, produce, and perform music, and sometimes, The easy group dynamic certainly had much to do with said Florence. We learned very quickly what our limitations especially when it concerned the creative process the going the success of the final result. Their harmony was reflected in were. Something like this is hard without professional experi- was tough. the way they were able to combine three different genres and ence, but we pulled through at the end.” seamlessly integrate them into the performance. Kilgallon’s

Hitting those books NCP students and their AP summer assignments by April Nwatah

Although summer is traditionally a time Other “For AP Biology, I have to learn a whole to relax with your friends and forget about students do unit and be prepared for a test the first week,” school, many of Northside’s AP classes as- not really see the said De’Monicka Burton, Adv. 806. “I don’t signed summer homework. Towards the end point in summer like it because I want to work the summer and of last year, most students were informed assignments, but make money. Also, I don’t want to have to which AP classes they got into, out of the are willing to do worry about school work [over the summer], ones they selected. Most students were then them anyways. but if it’s best for me, then I guess it’s okay.” invited to an informational meeting hosted by “My For some students it was not merely one their future teachers to receive their textbooks summer assign- class that they had to prepare for, but several. and summer assignments. ment for AP The stress was great but there was a general As the weather got warmer and attention Government willingness to do their work. spans got shorter, Northside students still had was to read the “I received summer homework from the reminder of summer homework hang- newspaper, AP Lit, Psychology, and Bio,” said Tatiana ing over their heads. Over the years, many recharge my Karpouzian, Adv. 801. “It’s pretty manage- students have questioned the necessity of AP academic able, but in AP Bio there may be a test on summer assignments. mojo, and the first day for a unit. Homework like that is “I was in AP US History last year, and write a brief pretty tough, but I think when you take an AP the summer homework was pretty irrelevant,” biography class, it is expected.” said Annie Tran, Adv. 810. “Most of it was of myself “Over the summer I have to define pointless, and I don’t see why we needed to for Mr. a list of vocabulary words and read a few do it.” Devine,” chapters,” said Vicki Levin, Adv. 801. “I Many teachers have responded to this said don’t really like doing it, but if they think it speculation by stating its relevance when Nick will prepare me for the class then I guess it is it comes to getting students prepared for okay.” the rigorous course. With the majority of Although opinions vary slightly, the Northside’s students taking one or more AP common thought amid Northside students is courses, summer homework is a common and apparent – although AP homework may not reoccurring duty. exactly be the ideal way to spend the summer, The concept of summer assignments in the long run it is necessary and useful. received mixed reviews from Northside stu- dents. While some students view AP summer work as pointless, others think differently; many believe that summer homework will prepare them for the course. “For AP French, my summer assign- ment was basically just another homework Blum- assignment; it’s nothing complicated,” said berg, Adv. 709. “I don’t really mild and should Carla Padvoiskis, Adv. 809. “I think summer mind summer assignments, although they are be somewhat enjoyable. I don’t think reading assignments make sense because you need not my favorite thing to do over the summer.” half of a textbook for the summer is a fair something to keep you in touch with school “The only summer homework I assignment, but a small assignment to prepare over the summer and to prepare you for the received was from AP Government,” said for the first day of class is not too much to upcoming year.” Rana Marks, Adv. 810. “The summer work is ask.” Page 4 Features The Hoof Beat 中國交換學生 Chinese Exchange Students by Elizabeth Jose Heads turned to observe and They went to Six Flags welcome the newcomers to North- Great America, Navy Pier side. They were spotted occasion- several times, walked the ally during passing periods and magnificent mile, went during some classes. Some students to the Illinois Institute of watched in awe as they played al- Technology, Soldier Field, most flawless games of badminton China Town, and played and basketball. These newcomers basketball at the neighbor- were the foreign exchange students hood parks. Furthermore, from China. their favorite places to shop, They came from Northside’s according to Senor Blease, sister school in Beijing. On May 19, were Target and Wal-Mart. 2006, Northside was recognized for One of their trips became this sister school program by Mayor an extremely memorable Daley and others when CBS 2 experience. This happened news featured it in their 10:00 p.m. when they took a trip to session. The news team and some the Buckingham Fountain political leaders, such as Mayor and Mayor Daley happened Daley, feel that creating such inter- to be there. However, this national relationships will not only was certainly not their only allow Chicago to be a more global memorable occasion. city but will open business opportu- “One time I gave them nities and the like between the two [the Chinese Exchange cities. Although there are always students and teachers] exact these economic and political aspects directions and let them go to such programs, for the students on the train alone,” said participating in the exchange, the Senor Blease. “It was their cultural value and the chance for most scary experience.” adventure are what truly appeal to The guests were, ac- them. cording to Senor Blease, “It [the exchange program] is often exhausted after getting an eye-opening experience for the through an overwhelming students,” said Dr. Haiyan Fu of schedule, but thoroughly en- previous trips to China. “This is joyed themselves. There are such an experience for both the plans of continuing the for- Chinese students who come here eign exchange program be- and for the Chicagoan students who tween China and the United go to China.” States in the future and Dr. Fu says that earlier when The Chinese exchange teachers pose in front of Buckingham fountain with Mayor Daley whom they also with other countries. she took a group to China the stu- happened to meet there. Senor Blease has already dents were surprised and amused by Photo Courtesy of Senor Robert Blease begun the search for more numerous things, such as signs that host students to take in the were improperly translated [into group from Korea that will English] and the age at which some visited China during December, had to leave on May 4, 2006. These from a spectator’s point of view. be coming to Northside in people started to work in order to six students and two teachers from students and teachers were able to The touring was very extensive and October 2007. The foreign exchange support their families. This year the the Beijing N.57 Schools came to experience all the fun that accompa- left little time to feel bored. program at Northside is not only a responsibility of organizing the ex- Chicago recently for four weeks. nies a trip to Chicago—particularly “They absolutely loved it,” learning experience, but a time to change has been the duty of Senor The students stayed for the full four the tourist attractions. Although said Senor Blease of the students kick back and reap the benefits of Robert Blease. weeks, from April 20, 2006 to May they did have to come to school, and teachers reaction to Chicago’s taking a language class. Since Northside students 16, 2006. The teachers, however, they were also able to participate sights. Art-iculate Elephant with Riders: Falling in Love by Karolina Maslanka Elephant with Riders also displayed a great variety of which provided them with ideas for their projects. Then paintings, drawings, sketches and photographs showcasing a groups of about seven people were created, and each group large variety of styles. Many skeleton sculptures and ceramics chose a letter. Once they chose a letter, they had to think of were also showcased during the event. a theme and create their section of the mini golf course that Student-made films were also shown at this art event. Liz would contain certain elements, such as different levels, elec- tronics, water traps, ramps, or monumental objects. The mini golf course contained a total of 27 holes: one for each one of the 26 letters of the alphabet, and one for a punctuation mark. One hole, “Kanga’s Kitchen,” made by students in Ms. Minyo’s class, contained tile floors, kitchen ap- pliances, cereal boxes, pans, fruits, and other accessories that fit its theme. This hole also contained a kangaroo with a baby in its pouch. Another hole was “A Disney Par” also created by students in Ms. Minyo’s class. It contained Disney characters such as Ariel, Alice in Wonderland, Aladdin, and his monkey Abu. Other holes also contained music, such as Elmo singing in the Sesame Street hole, or even electronics that moved objects. “This project took a lot of effort,” said Lilianna Leon, Adv. 804. “I am very happy that people actually came and enjoyed it.” The school was bustling with people who came to the El- ephant with Riders event. Many of them were attracted to the mini golf course, which was enjoyed not only by the students that worked on the project for many hours a day, but also by entire families. “This mini golf course is a very practical and fun use of art,” said Mr. Tim Devine of Northside’s Social Science Many young children, such as this one, Department. “Art that can be played with, especially for enjoyed playing on the mini-golf set. kindergartners.”Mr. Devine, like many other parents, brought Photo by Kana Yoo his child along. In addition to the mini golf course, Elephant The Elephant with Riders art show was a success for its with Riders contained many other activities and presentations. fourth year in a row. The show combined the artistic talents There were workshops available to the public including a Kid of numerous students within Northside as well as those from Studio at hand for the younger children. Kids could create A young girl and her mother try out a hole Chicago Public elementary schools. This year’s Elephant with paintings, drawings, sock puppets, and paper masks. They created by Art I students. Riders event included many exhibits, workshops, and even could also have their faces painted. In the encaustic workshop Photo by Kana Yoo a mini golf course. The programs, available for free, enticed people were able to create paintings using hot wax. Younger th children eagerly worked on their Mother’s Day paintings. a large crowd to get out of bed early on Saturday, May 13 , Born, Adv. 710, shared two of her short cartoons, “Orange and participate in this school event. Created by high school Visitors also had the opportunity to attend either the ceramics workshop or the photogram workshop. Crush,” and “Lightning Strike.” Other films conveyed the students, the show was enjoyed by every age group. theme of love in a humorous way, including “Love at First The main feature of this year’s Elephant with Riders was “It’s a little overwhelming at first, but it’s also really nice that so many people showed up,” stated Carla Padvoiskis, Bite” created by Michael Wojcik, Adv. 907. In this short film the mini golf course. Originally, the idea for the course was Kenji Tran, Adv. 904, who played the main role, fell in love proposed to Ms. Joanne Minyo by Mr. Chris Santiago. Adv. 809. “I think that more people showed up this year than last year.” with a candy bar. “I hopped onto the wagon,” said Ms. Minyo. Elephant with Riders: Falling in Love allowed the Ms. Minyo’s and Mr. Santiago’s classes started working Many students like Padvoiskis helped out during Elephant with Riders. While some took part in Elephant with Riders Northside Community to gather and admire not only art, but on this project several months ago. In March, the two teachers also the spirit and hard work of Northside students. presented their students with images of mini golf courses, because of an interest in art and school events, service hours and extra credit were the incentives for many others. Page 4 Features The Hoof Beat September 2006 Features Page 5 Freshmen’s Pearls of wisdom from Northside’s first taste of class of ’06 by Puja Gopal

Northside As Northside’s seniors prepare for gradu- “Start looking at colleges early,” said Though college applications were time ation and college they leave valuable advice Michael Kharouta, Adv. 605. consuming students should not forget about for underclassmen and next year’s seniors. “Start college applications in the summer their high school studies. Freshman For many of the seniors, high school has or as soon as possible especially college es- “Don’t slack off second semester, look at been an unforgettable journey consisting of says,” said Maximilian Swiatlowski, Adv 603. Ms. Kato’s scholarship emails, and make sure orientation AP classes, sleep-deprived school days, and “Don’t worry too much about what looks to give your teachers the recommendations complaints of ‘too much homework’, but it good on a college transcript but what you early,” said Jonathon Nagatani, Adv. 605. has also been filled with experience, memo- enjoy,” said Bonnie Vu, Adv. 606. “Don’t slack off or you’re screwed,” said and trip to ries, and laughter. High school experiences According to this year’s seniors, however, Monica Guerrero, Adv. 606. have molded these students into mature studying should not be all encompassing. “Do your homework,” said Daniella Snake Road individuals and Romero, Adv. 601. prepared them for “Get an easy Adventure their future colleg- class on each day,” es, while teaching said Jason Williams, valuable lessons Adv. 604. Center along the way. “Don’t wait till After four a week before to pay by Rachel Hautzinger years of North- fees,” said Lauren At Northside College Prep, the side, the seniors Akainyah, Adv. 601. administrators don’t agree with have figured out For many “throwing the frying pan into the fire.” all the tricks of students, college is The first time the incoming freshman the trade for do- expensive but high walked through the front doors as a ing well in school. school has its share class was not the first day of school: They shared some of problems. they were given Freshman Orientation. of this advice. “Apply for schol- Orientation enabled them to figure out arships, the odds those confusing block schedules, get “Get plenty aren’t against you,” all of their books together, take their of sleep but not in said Riscarte Bayon, photo IDs, and get a little taste of the class,” said Ryan Adv. 606. Northside lifestyle. Keleher, Adv. “Don’t graduate They were given a further chance 604. early, you’ll miss too to bond at Snake Road Adventure “Care about many things,” said Center, where they came together as a school more than Colin Byrne, Adv. class to tackle team building activities others want you 607. and individual confidence boosters. to care. It will “Get to know Freshman Orientation took place on affect your habits your teachers. They August 22nd, and the two Snake Road in college,” said are very understand- sessions took place on August 23rd to Jason Tran, Adv. ing. Open the mail the 24th, and the second on August 24th 606. you receive at home to the 25th. “Make it a from colleges and “Snake Road is a very popular pro- priority to get don’t overload on gram,” said Ms. Angela Lekkas. “The as organized as AP courses. Spend kids get the chance to bond with each possible,” said your time wisely in other before school starts, making it a Michael Kennedy, “Have a life outside of school,” said the counseling office, very positive experience.” Adv. 600. Genet Tesfamichael, Adv. 604. during lunch and after school,” said Tatianna “Freshman Orientation really “Love the college you will be attending, “Enjoy Northside and don’t be quick to Atkinson, Adv. 601. helped me out when I was a fresh- get outside as much as possible and enjoy leave. The time here is important,” said Katy “Be prepared to spend a lot of money man,” said Christine Swisher, Adv. your last times with your class at the best Hintzen, Adv. 603. during senior year,” said Gaby Deguzman, 802. “You get oriented and I met some place to be. Don’t worry too much!” said “If you procrastinate get good at it,” said Adv. 606. friends there. You get all your books Stefanie Couchman, Adv. 600. Paul Koukouvanis, Adv. 600. “Apply for scholarships because your par- and get settled for freshman year.” After a hard year of college applications, “Think about what you want to major in ents are not as rich as they may seem,” said Each year, at freshman orienta- essays and interviews the seniors can relax before going to college,” said Joel Perez, Adv. Tracey Fredricks, Adv. 607. tion, the freshmen are given the basic and share their experiences. 604. guidelines about the Northside day and are given all they need to begin their first year of high school. Ms. Medina, a counselor, sets up the day’s schedule. “First thing in the morning we Fresh Faces have an introduction by Dr. Lalley, Ms. Moreno, and me about what they [students] are doing during the course The Class of 2010 of the morning,” said Ms. Medina. by Joanna Chromik “We also have a guest speaker who Many people harbor the misconcep- side should be accepting an average of 300 25.4% Hispanics and 0.3% people from the gives a motivational talk about making tion that the incoming freshman class will students per freshman class. Other category. the best out of your high school ex- be much larger than any previous one, but “We realize that Northside is a prize The 2009 class, for comparison, is com- perience, and then they go on to their the latest sta- for many students, so when we choose our posed of 32.8% white students, 14% black rotations, in which they take their ID tistics prove students, students, 0.3% American Indians, 31.1% pictures, get their books, and pay their otherwise. we have Asian/Pacific Islanders, and 21.7% Hispanic. fees.” For the most to remain According to the Chicago Public Schools “I think Freshman Orientation is part, besides mindful Policy manual, available at , the the school, where to go, and what you the class will few will Chicago Public Magnet Schools, or schools have to do,” said Erin McMannon, an be slightly reject our which have 35% reading scores at or above incoming freshman. “You also get to smaller, the offer of the national TAP score level, must, abiding meet people.” only major admis- by the requirements of the U.S. v. Board of Snake Road Adventure Center, difference sion,” Ms. Education of the City of Chicago ruling, located in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, is that the Moreno admit 65-85 minority students and 15-35 has hosted Northside freshman for gender ratio comment- white students. Among the minority are two years. Northside freshman are is further ed. students who are Black, Hispanic, Asian/Pa- first given the chance to do some team apart, giving A cific Islander, or American Indian/Alaskan building activities. This was done in girls the up- gender gap Native. order to bond the freshman class before per hand. becomes Heta Panchal of Adv. 906., a current they even enter school. After that, Statistics were obtained from Mr. Jeff apparent in the entering freshmen. The 2010 freshman commenting on what she thinks the students are given access to the Grey, who manages Chicago’s college prep class will have 38.8% of its 287 students be of the incoming class, said, “I guess it will high ropes course, which encourages school admittances and is responsible for boys while the girls make up 61.2% of the be more diverse.” The 2010 freshmen, just them to push the limits and gain more releasing CPS admissions statistics. Last incoming students. When asked confidence. October 5th, 5,635 eighth graders bubbled why so many more girls than boys “Snake Road was extremely fun,” in Northside as one of their selective have been accepted into Northside said Elza Casas, Adv. 802. “It was enrollment choices. Out of the 5, 635 Ms. Moreno noted that girls score beneficial because you didn’t feel so applicants only 5.093%, or 287 students, higher—it may be that they are awkward coming to Northside.” were chosen. The 2009 graduating class more serious about adolescence. “It was awesome,” said Jesse Speth, had 6,119 students apply and only 4.886%, Popular opinion suggests that girls Adv. 906. “It’s a couple of days to hang or 299 people, actually got in. It seems may be more focused and may out with the kids you’re going to go to that the amount of freshmen accepted has not easily be distracted from their school with for the next four years.” decreased. educational goals. Of the current “I signed up for Snake Road so I “I think that a large number of students freshman class, 41.5% are boys and can meet people before school starts,” who do not choose to attend Northside go 58.5% are girls. In this year’s senior said McMannon. “It was a good and to Catholic or private schools,” said Ms. class the number of boys and girls fun experience.” Moreno, Northside’s Vice Principal. attending Northside is, for the most What has to be taken into consider- part, evenly balanced. like the classes before them, are sure to bring ation is that Northside actually invites more The future freshman class will consist of to Northside their own unique, individual, students than the number of those who 35.9% whites, 5.6% blacks, 2.1% American atmosphere. attend. According to Ms. Moreno, North- Indians, 30.7% Asia and Pacific Islanders, Page 6 Centerfold The Hoof Beat Go clubbing at Northside Publish yourself! by Damon Beres The staff meets once a week to review and Northside’s various publications eagerly workshop student submissions, which may anticipate new staff members for the coming include works in poetry and prose, non-fiction school year. The Stampede, Northside’s year- or fiction. All students at Northside are free book, Verve, Northside’s literary magazine, to submit their pieces via Ms. Malueg or Mr. and The Hoofbeat, Northside’s newspaper, Hennagir even if they aren’t on Verve’s staff. are all student-produced works that require The value of being on the staff, then, comes hours upon hours of work. Each publication from being able to make decisions as to which has at least one faculty mentor but is generally pieces are ultimately printed in the magazine. birthed and nurtured by the students. Students that submit work are encouraged to Ms. Dianne Malueg heads The Stam- meet with the staff and discuss their work pede. Dedicated editors and contributing staff to allow for revisions, though this “work- work year-round to create the annual year- shop” aspect is not a requirement. book, a treasure of the year for Northside Verve is eager to accept students. Of all the various publica- new members tions at Northside, the yearbook that are inter- is the most costly and requires ested in writing an equally robust amount as well as layout. of work. Contact Ms. “What makes Malueg or Mr. it hard is that year- Hennagir for more book is respon- information. sible for covering Last but not as many events least is Northside’s and activities newspaper, The as possible Hoofbeat. Mr. Chester throughout the Tylinski is the fac- year,” said Kana ulty advisor, but its Yoo, Adv. 707, student staff, which yearbook pho- is led by co-editors-in- tography editor chief Damon Beres and prospective and Aliy Markowski, co-editor-in-chief Adv. 700, runs the for the 2006-2007 publication for the school year. “I most part. feel like I have The Hoof- to be everywhere beat is actually all the time to take a product of pictures.” Mr. Tylinski’s Though The journalism Stampede does call for class, which meets an intense work ethic, it’s twice a week after school also rewarding and the most anticipated publi- for a full block. During class cation of the year, as evidenced by the days of time, students discuss how to yearbook signings that occur after its release. improve their work and the news- paper, Those interested in joining for the 2006-2007 and also work on their articles, which often re- school year must be dedicated workers, have quires tracking down peers or faculty members at least some knowledge of photography, and for interviews. should contact Ms. Malueg. Working on The Hoofbeat requires The school literary magazine, Verve, dedication and a strong interest in writing, is headed both by Ms. Malueg and Mr. Alan not to mention a flexible schedule that can be Hennagir. Editors for the 2005-2006 school twisted by approaching deadlines or interview year were Jake Baskin, who was a graduating appointments. With its monthly releases, the senior, Damon Beres, Adv. 706, and Anjalee newspaper requires a large amount of work, Verma, Adv. 701. Unlike the other publica- and those interested should note that commit- tions, Verve is not constantly pressured by ment and responsibility are requirements. For harsh deadlines and has a more laid back more information, contact Mr. Tylinski. atmosphere.

Service groups pervade

by Natalia Emanuel money for HIV-AIDS awareness in Rwanda. Club's Vice President either NHS or Key Club in that instead of It is fairly well known at Northside that NHS also sponsored Winter Wonderland of the 2005-2006 facilitating service, it focuses upon one aspect community service is an important aspect of where Northside's clubs set up booths to school year and of the school. The club was founded in 2002 student life. Student e-mail accounts regularly explain missions and activities. Northside Alumnus, and is currently sponsored by Mr. Johan Tab- receive notices of service opportunities. Often Key Club is another service oriented is to allow "young ora and Dr. Anna Maria Vites, both science times, Northside's homepage sports informa- organization. Its mission, as people, namely high teachers. Recycling Club is the group that al- tion about upcoming service walks or other stated by schoolers, to service the lows for Northside to sport the blue trash bins ways of helping. Indeed, twenty hours of Nancy community in a variety of in classrooms which welcome paper. service are required as a minimum for each Cheng, ways. Not only does it allow Recycling Club members devote ten to student in order to graduate. At Northside, Key members to give back to 15 minutes of their lunch periods to sort there are a number of groups that help spon- those in the community who through such bins and collect paper from sor these service activities, such as National are most in need, but it [Key around the school to be recycled. Recycling Honor Society (NHS), Key Club, and Recy- Club] also cultivates the next Club identifies and removes materials that cling Club. generation of young leaders cannot be recycled when going on their NHS, is, as the name suggests, a larger, and volunteers." rounds. Such materials include gum, post it national organization which was started in Key Club pursues this notes, staples, etc. Along with paper, batteries 1921. Northside's branch was started in 2001 mission via running fundrais- and cell phone recycling is also organized by and is currently sponsored by Ms. Anna ing projects and sponsoring Recycling Club. Cell phones and batteries can Lisa Searcy, a Social Science teacher, and drives. For instance, in the last easily be recycled via the green boxes set out Ms. Lidia Ortiz, a science teacher. NHS is a academic year, it sponsored by Recycling Club in the library and security selective organization, open by application the March of Dimes, where desk. to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. In its students brought in change to “When you have the option of letting it applicants, NHS looks for a demonstration of benefit prematurely born babies, all go to waste, on the one hand, or being effi- scholarship, leadership, service, and character. and also a number of drives such cient, on the other hand, it is an easy choice,” One of the purposes of NHS, according as the Toy Drive and the Book says Harold Jaffe, Adv. 802, a member of to its Constitution, is to "stimulate a desire to Drive. In addition, Key Club members Recycling Club. render service." NHS carries out this mis- also volunteer to benefit the community As the new academic year begins, all sion by sponsoring fun service projects that with manual labor, such as working at the Northside students have a new chance to are also beneficial. For instance, last year, Food Depository. benefit the community via their service. NHS sponsored a Car Wash in order to raise Recycling Club is slightly different than Page 6 Centerfold The Hoof Beat Page 7 Centerfold The Hoof Beat Go clubbing at Northside For all your special interests by Sejla Dizdarevic with books.” As the new school beings, a wide variety Mahjongg Club, sponsored by Mr. Greg of special interest clubs provide after-school DiFrancesco of the Science department and headed activities for Northsiders. These clubs are by Theresa Lean, Adv. 604, is another club that can available to everyone and are a fun way fulfill ones interests. Anyone interested in playing to express one’s self. Special interest and mastering mahjongg, a traditional Chinese game clubs include The 20 Minute Dance compared to Solitaire, is welcome. Club, Hypnotic, Disney Club, Pep “Mahjongg is a fun game that we can all Club, Beatles Club, Mahjongg, play together and learn from each other,” said Tom G.E.E.K, Anime, Sewing Club, Skawski, Adv. 805. AKA, French Club, Music Ap- G.E.E.K. Club is another club available at preciation Club, Martial Arts Club, Northside. Headed by Sean Kung, Adv. 807, and Photography Club, Ceramics Club, sponsored by Mr. Nathan Harada of the Science Know Your Heritage, Academic department, G.E.E.K. is a great place to just hang Decathlon, Socratic Circle Society, out after school and play video games. Computer Club, Poetry Slam Team, “Come by and play,” said Sean Kung. “If you and Drama Club. play DDR [Dance Dance Revolution], I will take you The 20 Minute Dance down.” Club, sponsored by Mrs. Julie Healy Anyone interested in the The Beatles should of the Social Science department, is definitely join The Beatles Club. Members of the a great place to dance for 20 minutes club, headed by Kalinka Borkiewicz, Adv.807, and to a themed mix CD one day a week. sponsored by Mr. Jorge Lucero of the Fine Arts Miriam Dolnick, Adv. 603, and Claire department, listen to music, watch movies, do art Rabkin, Adv. 705, are the leaders of this projects, and have birthday parties for The Beatles. club and they try to make it as fun as pos- “Every Beatles Club meeting last year was a sible. blast!” said Kalinka Borkiewicz. “The most memo- “Twenty Minute Dance Party rable was John Lennon’s 65th birthday party, with Club is very fun,” said Emily Sher, Adv. 800. food, games, prizes, and trivia. We really accom- “Especially when there is a good theme.” plished a lot last year, and I hope this year will be just “Twenty minutes of boogie is the per- as productive.” fect way to kick off the weekend,” said Samantha Since many seniors have graduated, the club will Schmidt, Adv. 708. be under new management. Another fun club to join is the Disney Club, “I hope we will get many new members,” said sponsored by Ms. Nicole Flores of the Mathemat- Borkiewicz. “As the Beatles said ‘a splendid time is ics department. Bonnie Mark, Adv. 804, and guaranteed for all!’” Ashley Rivera, Adv. 811, lead this club in which Hypnotic Club, sponsored by Ms. Martha members talk about Disney movies, music, TV Mulligan of the Mathematics department, embraces shows, etc. the art of dance. This club, headed by Kristine Pol. “Disney Club, when we actually had meet- Adv. 804, and Marilyn Botero, Adv. 804, creates ings, was a huge success,” said Bonnie Mark, Adv. dances for talent shows, school dance shows, and 804. “It will be back next year with more meetings outside performances. and movies.” “Hypnotic has gone through a lot this year, but One of the bigger clubs at Northside is the we pulled it through together, especially for the talent Pep Club, sponsored by Mr. Michael Heavy of the show,” said Hypnotic member Kristina Mascarenas, Physical Education Department. Pep Club members Adv. 806. “We’re a bunch of dedicated dancers who focus on increasing school spirit by attending sport- perform our hearts out to show our talent.” ing events and alerting the rest of the student body of In Anime Club, sponsored by Ms. Park of the important games and matches. Language Department, and led by Tipa Limson, Adv. “Pep Club’s main purpose is to get people 802, students learn about the Japanese culture and excited about sports at our school,” said last year’s watch Japanese movies. president Patty Duffy, Adv. 601. “As you know, “It’s fun and exciting because we have fun school spirit at times dwindles, but it is Pep Club’s while we learn,” said Adriane Quan, Adv.811. “We job to stop that. We want people to have pride in even learn Japanese.” Northside’s teams and just have an amazing time all These are just some of the clubs available at around.” our school. Anybody interested with extra time on As a selective enrollment school, Northside their hands should attend the annual club fair to learn sometimes struggles with the reputation of poor more about the vast array of clubs Northside offers. sports programs and minimal school spirit. Pep Club There are many ways to express one’s self and join- members make efforts to change this reputation by ing one of the aforementioned special interest clubs increasing Northside school spirit. or any other Northside group is a great place to start. “Have pride in your school because there is no better one anywhere else on this planet,” said Patty Duffy. “So show people we are more than just kids In action and behind the scenes by Zainab Bilfaqi side can be getting involved in the lights at a certain, cued time. Stage crew also deals with While Drama Club performs and the upcoming fall play. As the the audio during the performances. acts to the best of their ability, Stage Crew name suggests, this a play held Besides the technical aspect of being a member of works behind the scenes with lighting, in the fall of the school year. stage crew, there is also a physical role involved. Stage crew props, and creating the set that is crucial People who want to perform members put a vast amount of time into creating scenery to an excellent performance. go through auditions that are and props. They assemble the sets and create the scenery. “Drama Club recruits people to held and those students that Commitment is necessary to be a stage crew support Northside’s drama productions are casted for roles are required member. Although most members are not required at every throughout the year,” said Alexia Williz, to attend rehearsals. The final performance, they have to be available regardless. Maturity the social activities coordinator. performances have always been is also required to be a member in stage crew. Members Drama club is for those who have highly applauded by Northside have to deal with all sorts of authorities and it’s necessary a passion of acting, patience, and a certain audiences. This is a great way to to know how to react to certain sorts of people. To join, level of maturity which will get them make new friends, especially in- newcomers need to fill out an application which can be through any of the more difficult duties that coming freshmen, and a fantastic found on the Northside website, receive a teacher recom- they will have to perform. Members unite to opportunity for drama-oriented or mendation, and maintain a C average. No prior experience publicize theatrical productions and expand interested students to express their is necessary and newcomers will be trained. Stage crew their skills in certain areas such as directing or talents. members are also paid for outside performances that they acting. Behind the scenes exists a work- assist with. For example this year, members were paid for Drama club members improve their skills ing organization of students, stage crew. assisting in the Lake Shore Symphony concert. through intensive yet fun workshops geared to assist Stage Crew’s mission is to deal with every- Stage Crew and Drama club are two activities them in specific areas of need. Furthermore, many of thing in a production besides the actors—props, which, by many, seem to be a great opportunity for people the students incorporated within drama club also participate lighting, audio, scenery, curtains, etc. The stage crew deals interested in the theatrical arts. Both require dedication, yet in the plays that they publicize. with lighting tools such as dimmers, which dim the lights in they are fun-filled and fulfilling. The various plays offer another way for Northsid- the auditorium to the performer’s request, to the complex ers to connect with their dramatic side. One of the ways work required to run the channels sub-master, which fades for Northsiders to uncover their thespian Page 8 Centerfold The Hoof Beat

Johanna Gutierrez, Adv. 602, attending University of Chicago “I want to thank all of my friends who were always there throughout high school, As they go on.. and to all the teachers who helped me acquire all the knowledge I have. 06!” Stella Elizabeth Martin, Adv. 607, attending Evergreen State College (Go Greeners!) Katie Adams, Adv. 602, attending DePaul University “Most of the teachers I’ve had at this school are incred- “I loved this school so much, and I’ll miss it!” ible people, willing to look at us for who we are as people Candy Le, Adv. 603, attending Loyola University “I want to thank all of my friends and teachers for a won- and not just as students or grades in a book. I want to thank derful four years of high school.” those teachers: people who have taught me things that can’t be Alexia Jeaná Willis, Adv. 606, attending Wheaton found in our textbooks.” College Riscarte Bayon, Adv. 606, attending DePaul University “I’m a Wheatie now (and a mustang forever). Most of Kristy Dumlao, Adv. 607, attending University of Illinois “Keep up those grades; apply early for college and scholar- my thanks has got to go to Mr. McRaith, and the slam team Urbana-Champaign ships. Have fun and get crazy enjoying the best years of your (Northside’s 2006 slam team). To Jesse, Adam, Natalia, An- “I love you all my little underclassmen! And all terminated nie, and Minnie, thanks so much for just being your awesome, friendships are void.” talented, creative selves. I learned a lot from you. To Ms. Price, I miss you. Thank you for your continued devotion to us. To Mr. McRaith, thank you for believing in me- form English to slam to words to life.”

Jillian Bertagna, Adv. 604, attending University of Chicago “It’s been fun. I’m just sad I didn’t get a chance to become friends with everyone I wanted to become friends with. Good Luck guys!”

Chris Field, Adv. 606, attending University of Illinois “Cop didn’t see it? You didn’t do it! He did? That’s why you take track.”

Cesilia Esquivel, Adv. 602, attending University of Illinois “I am glad to get out but I am thankful for the knowledge I gained.”

Cassie Boykin, Adv. 603, attending Digipen Institute of Technology “I forgot to put a quote for the yearbook, but I figure out Milliways it’ll all be behind me. Milliways, you know the res- taurant at the end of the universe. OK, maybe you don’t know, but I’ll find this hilarious later.” Natalia Dudziuslae, Adv. 607, attending Loyola University Chicago “It was good while it lasted, and I’m just happy that I managed to get through these last four years. Good luck in the future to all the seniors and thanks a lot to all my friends, who for four years have made my experience at NCP a bit more bearable. I will miss you guys.”

Eileen Keleghan, Adv. 606, attending Northwestern University “Goodbye, goodbye forever.”

Vanja Tesnjak, Adv. 605, attending DePaul University “My time at Northside has been unforgettable but now it is time for me to move on and experience new things.”

Katie Thomas, Adv. 606, attending University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign “Cheerleaders I’ll miss you guys so much. You mean the world to me and I lave each of you so much. I’ll visit you guys next year and see you guys compete. I know you guys will do great. Come visit me at U of I next year!”

Carolina Vargas, Adv. 607, attending Massachusetts Institute of Technology “What can I say? These last four years were tough but I met amazing people and made great lifelong friends. My ad- vice to underclassmen would be this… work hard but always take some time to appreciate your school, your friends, and the high school experience while it lasts- because after a blink, it’s gone.”

Nancy Cheng, Adv. 601, attending University of Chicago “Students, some of you probably cannot wait to graduate or get out of this school via some other means, but know that Northside privileges you with luxuries many other high school Asma Ahmad, Adv. 601, attending Northwestern students are deprived of, so savor it while you have it.” University Vanessa Hernandez, Adv. 607, attending University of “Mr. Yanek, you rock.” Illinois “I enjoyed my four years at Northside. The friends I made Bobby Ziegler, Adv. 603, attending Alaska Pacific were amazing. I’ll always remember this place.” University “Be excellent to each other and party on dudes!” Patty Duffy, Adv. 601, attending St. Mary’s College “THANKS for an AMAZING 4 years.” Jacqueline Pfeil, Adv. 607, attending University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign “I had a fun time at Northside! I will always remember my Stephanie Gonzales, Adv. 606, attending Loyola experiences here, and all the good friends I made throughout University these four years. Thanks for everything.” “The best thing about Northside is the people I had the honor of meeting. I believe the students and all Staff members make Northside what it is. I am so happy to have met such Joseph Rodriguez, Adv. 604, attending University of wonderful people that helped me get this far. I want to thank Illinois Urbana-Champaign: College of Engineering all my friends for being there whenever I needed them and for “Peace Out Northside!” making me a better person.” Glenna Reyes, Adv. 602, attending Loyola University Chicago Barbara Moy, Adv. 607, attending Cleveland Institute of “Don’t let life get you down… keep on truckin’. I LOVE Art YOU FU LAOSHI.” “Awesome.” Page 8 Centerfold The Hoof Beat September 2006 Centerfold Page 9 they remember... Cory Craig, Adv. 606, attending University of Illinois Chelli Zanotti, Adv. 602, attending University of Champaign Illinois “No other high school in the world is quite like North- side, it was awesome!” “The classic: Goodbye, Good luck, and I’ll miss Alexandra Maties, Adv. 607, attending DePaul you! PS- Cheerleaders I L-O-V-E you guys. Take city University beetches!” “College should hopefully be fun!” Michael Kennedy, Adv. 600, attending Macalester College Dagmara Uredowska, Adv. 607, attending DePaul Cory Craig, Adv. 606, attending University of Illinois “Northsiders, my brothers of the pen. I’d rather study University Champaign beside you than any school of thousands. No man knows how “Yay for me!” “No other high school in the world is quite like Northside, menacing we are, we are lions! Do you know what lies beyond it was awesome!” graduation, immortality! Take it, it’s yours!”

Adolfo Luna, Adv. 603, attending University of Chicago. “It’s not ‘good bye’, more like ‘see you later’.”

Amy Pak, Adv. 602, attending Wright College “High School has been fun for the most part. Northside seems like a very unique school and I hope the school will continue to be special in its own way. Thank you to all of the great teachers I’ve had (including those who are no longer here at Northside) and Good Luck to everyone!”

Anthony Vu, Adv. 607, attending University of Central Florida “Senioritis is highly contagious… be warned.”

Colia Byrne, Adv. 607, attending Carthage College “Going to Northside was a very good choice, because I was able to meet a group of friends with qualities I would have a very hard time finding anywhere else.”

Dylan Bailey, Adv. 602, attending Roosevelt University “The LP (Lily Pads) is stronger than ever. All the sks who aren’t seniors need to continue carrying out tactical espionage missions and continue providing protection to the Northsid- ers who are unable to handle the hostel environment we go to school in. You know your missions, Good Luck.

Goodbye time Departing seniors share high school experiences by Martyna Michalak With graduation just around the corner and college decisions finally made, Northside’s seniors are reminiscing over their past four years of high school. Students remember good as well as bad experiences. It is evident that seniors are happy to continue their lives past high school and cannot wait for what life brings them. On the other hand, seniors will always remember their years spent at Northside. “The best part about high school is the memories formed with your peers,” said Dagmara Urzedowska, Adv. 607. “I have enjoyed these past four years both academically and socially, but I am ready to move on into a new environ- ment and experience the college atmosphere,” said Vanja Tesnjak, Adv. 605. Tracey Fredricus, Adv. 607, attending University of Students remember both social and academic aspects of Michigan high school. Many students have participated in sports ranging “Although at times this place may seem a bit over- from soccer to chess, clubs, fine arts productions and showed whelming, my four years at Northside have been quite great academic achievement overall. enjoyable and memorable. I have developed friendships, Students feel relieved that they are finally able to and had moments that I will never forget. Thanks Home- leave and enjoy a new life outside school. skillets for 160 WKS of Good Times.” “It’s been a long four years; I’m glad it’s finally over,” said Joe Rodriguez, Adv. 604. Seniors came to this school four years ago with big hopes Mariben Lyn Gopez Escalona, Adv. 605, attending and preconceptions of what high school might be. University of Illinois Chicago “Cherish and make the best of your high school years, it “High school seemed very scary at first, but now it seems went by just way too fast.” like nothing,” said Ryan Powers, Adv. 602. “Now college seems scary, but it [high school] has been fun. It’s good to go Bouan Mendoza, Adv. 606, attending University of on to bigger, better things.” Illinois Seniors are going into college life with hopes and dreams Katie Regal, Adv. 607, attending University of Illinois “Play videogames everyday.” of achieving something by using the information learned Urbana-Champaign at Northside. Students will be choosing their paths of life “It was an awesome four years. Thank you everyone for whether it be medicine, law, or any other field and Northside the amazing memories we will have forever.” Kelsey Koon, Adv. 602, attending Queen’s University of Kingston, Ontario is in no way the finish line. “Thank you to all the teachers for helping us grow and “I am very glad I came to this school,” said Joseph Car- mature (for the most part!) and for putting up with us for 4 rozza, Adv. 601. “I am glad I chose to go to a tougher school Sandy Guttman, Adv. 603, attending Knox College because it has helped me in the long run. I achieved a better “Peace out.” craaazy years! Thank you to the juniors and sophomores and freshmen we know for continuing our legacy next year! Shout- education than I would have elsewhere.” outs to: Alex K., Danielle F. and Meggie H., French was awe- Seniors came to this school even though they might not Samantha Ghanayem, Adv. 606, attending University of have wanted to at first, but there was something that drew Illinois Urbana-Champaign some! Shout-outs to Kavinda W., Smokey, Max S., Michael “No more busy work.” P. and Kevin K., you made an awesome Certamen team and students to the environment of challenging work and tough I was so proud to win 4 straight championships alongside you classes. guys! Here’s to all the graduating seniors; we made it! We’re “My favorite thing coming to this school was that I felt Jordan Stacey,Adv. 600, attending Cornell College going to totally rock the world!” safe and I knew that whatever I would learn here I would “Thank you, teachers and thank you, Dr. Lalley. May use,” said Candice Gant, Adv. 602. the future of Northside bring hard work during the last “Learning at Northside has been really exciting,” said Joe weeks of school! I wish the budget wasn’t so systemati- Buchheit, Adv. 607. “There is no other high school that can cally unfortunate.” Hiromi-Anne Usui, Adv. 602 attending University of Illinois Chicago offer what Northside does.” “Muhaha! jk. I’ll miss school. Mr. Benincasa and Ms. Whatever the high school experience, students think that Michael Kharouta, Adv. 605, attending people should enjoy the most out of it. Northwestern University Rivera were awesome teachers. Don’t forget, He-row-me! “Don’t wait until someone’s dead to give them flow- Shout out to Aimee Morakes! I’ll be back! Don’t forget to call “Enjoy every moment because high school will go by re- ers.” my cell.” ally fast,” said Dao Nguyen, Adv. 604. Page 10 The Hoof Beat September 2006 Editorial Page 11 Mark My Words One Fine Summer Day by Aliy Markowski Finals are over. In fact, I really only had ages fill the beaches. I feel the warm peace- drive to pick up a friend from her house and der. After growing tired of the rides, we walk two finals to begin with, thanks to a hand- ful wind as we zoom by the rollerbladers together we cruise down Lake Shore Drive, to the end of the pier and back laughing and ful of AP classes with teachers who luck- and weave around the slightly annoying windows down, wind streaming through talking while watching the boats and vendors ily chose not to re-assess us only a month pedestrians blocking our way. We ride until our hair, and music blasting. We scream the along the water. Outside the main gates, we after the mad AP rush in early May. As I sit we reach Montrose Beach, stopping only to lyrics as loud as we possibly can, with no run through the fountain to cool ourselves trapped in an overly air-conditioned class- buy popsicles from one of the many vendors worry about judgment, partially since you from the summer heat. Even at eight o’clock room on the final few days of mandatory stationed along the path. Once we reach the can barely hear us over the radio, but mostly at night, it’s over eighty degrees outside. attendance, inevitably my mind wanders to beach, we spread our towels (of course we because we both know neither of us can sing We hop on the free trolley, the blue line the sunshine outside, to the seemingly endless came prepared: towels, swimsuits, sunscreen anyway. At North Michigan Avenue, we pull to be exact, and make our way over to Grant summer days that lie ahead, to the clock that and all) on the sand, scorchingly hot to our off the Drive and onto the shopping tour- Park, the central site for Chicago’s Movies in reads 8:53 a.m., a time I hope to see only feet at first. By this time, the ist-filled main drag of our city. Magically, the Park each week. I help my friend reserve sporadically over the next three months. we find a metered parking spot just a few our spot by setting out our blankets, several I daydream about what I’d be doing this blocks away from Water Tower layers to cushion us from the uneven grass very moment if I could be liberated to the Place. What luck! We below, while the rest of the group stops by outdoors, soaking in the summer heat with- Chipotle to retrieve our picnic dinner. All out a worry in the world. So for this month of us enjoy our Americanized yet delectable I have chosen to stray from my normal burritos while gazing at the stars above and heavier column topics, and to do a twist waiting for the movie to begin. Once the on the Chicago Tribune’s rotating column film does start, an old black and white clas- “One Fine Day,” in which Tribune writers sic to the middle-aged, a slow moving story detail their ideal weekend days from start with low quality resolution to us, we hardly to finish. Let’s consider, instead, a perfect pay attention. Instead, we talk quietly and summer day. This column will find most of play hearts and gin, glancing up only oc- you in September, struggling to become casionally to look at the big screen. re-accustomed to life within Northside’s walls. Let it serve as a reminder of the Night magic of summer. Take a moment to When the movie ends, squished masses reminisce about your own fond memories of people flow out of Grant Park, hurrying of the last three months, about your finest to get home to rest for tomorrow’s day of summer day. work. Not us—on this perfect day we are responsibility free: no rush, no curfew, no Morning need to hurry. We stroll toward Millennium My day begins at the fine hour of Park, where we walk through the gardens 10:00 in the morning. I wake without and take in the lights of the city’s night sky- an obnoxious alarm or frustrating parental line. Someone suggests we head to the beach. demands, but instead on my own accord, All in complete agreement, we drive to Ard- when nature tells me it’s time to get up. I eat walk down Michigan more Beach, a hidden gem at the north end a simple breakfast, a bowl of cereal most Avenue, browsing through stores and buying of Lakeshore Drive, stretching for blocks and likely, while watching whatever morning tele- beach is teeming as we please, since on this perfect day money blocks along the lake yet largely undiscovered vision happens to be filling the airwaves. And with people. We breathe in the rush of sum- is no object. by most Chicagoans. I enjoy it, too—even the semi-trashy shows mer excitement in the air. While sifting through the racks at Nor- like “Passions” or “Days of Our Lives”, sim- About a half hour of soaking in rays is dstrom, I start to feel slight pangs of hunger Late Night ply because of their forbidden fruit appeal. about all we can take before becoming too shooting through my stomach. My friend We run around on the cool sand, no lon- They’re shows I certainly cannot see during hot and needing to jump into the cold Lake agrees that she, too, is hungry, so we head to ger boiling at night without the beating sum- the school year, so I must seize the oppor- Michigan water. We expect the worst, the “The Lo Cal Corner,” a small healthy food mer sun, throwing a glow-in-the-dark Frisbee tunity to watch daytime television when I coldest of the cold, dipping only our toes into joint on Maple Street between Dearborn and along the shore. We move to the water and can. After finishing breakfast and an exciting the crashing waves at first. Praise the gods of Rush, to satisfy our cravings. There, we buy run through the calm waves. We splash episode of “The Price is Right,” I slowly summer, the lake has reached its mild August angel food cake-flavored frozen yogurt – around, still throwing the Frisbee while dunk- make my way down to the hammock in the temperature, refreshing yet tolerable. I dive delicious and only ten calories an ounce. ing each other under the water. We have the backyard, where I lie under the trees enjoying into the waves right away, always wanting to We sit outside on the small restaurant’s patio, whole beach to ourselves as no one can claim the mild morning temperatures while becom- be the first to go under. After another half an watching yuppies stream by and visitors during the daylight hours. After an hour of ing enchanted in a novel, perhaps the latest hour splashing around, we leave the water shop. swimming under the stars, our limbs grow Harry Potter book or some other equally light oasis and return to our towels where we bask tired and cold. We slowly trudge out of the summer reading material. under the sun for a little while longer until Evening water, sand sticking to every inch of skin. We About an hour later, a friend who lives we’re dry enough to get back on our bikes. By the time we finish our yogurt, it’s past brush off our feet, pile into the car, and drive nearby appears. We decide to go on a bike We ride the four miles back somewhat tired six o’clock. We head over to Navy Pier where to a friend’s apartment, where we lie on the ride. We mount our bikes and head to the but content from our beach stay. we meet five of our friends. We ride the roof laughing and story-telling until we all lakefront bike path, which begins about a swing attraction three times in a row, until fall asleep in the wee hours of the morning. mile away from my house. We ride down Afternoon the rush of flying begins to make the Lo-Cal Ah, one fine summer day. the path and watch varied people of all After returning home, showering, and churning in my stomach slightly uneasy. A preparing myself for the rest of the day, I switch to the snail-slow Ferris wheel is in or- Hoof Beat Student Newspaper The CPS budget crisis and Northside Aliy’s Sudoku As the 2005-2006 school year draws to a close, a “whittling away,” he was first able to have all of the Created by Aliy Markowski so do the negotiations on the Chicago Public School special education and aid positions reinstated. Then 2006-2007 budget. Stories of the 328 million dol- with a bit more arguing, a few teacher positions were lar shortfall have been in the news since October, saved. Finally, Dr. Lalley negotiated Northside’s way when the deficit was projected at 175 million dollars. back up to four counselors, and up a few more teach- Schools across the city will be forced to cut back on ers. In the closing weeks of this school year, he will their education staffing, which amounts to the larg- continue to haggle for the positions of the rest of the est portion of the CPS bill. At one point this meant school’s teaching body. Northside was to go from sixty teachers to forty-nine; 2005-2006 is not the first year, nor will it be the four counselors to one; six special education teachers last, that CPS has faced negative numbers. This means to three; ten special education aides to three. Every that the 2006-2007 year will pose the same questions teacher surviving the cutback would have to take up and bargaining tactics, the same worry, and the same the slack. Department heads would be required to potential loss of teachers. The problem is not going to teach one more class, and class sizes would be in- go away. Reform is needed, if not of the general fund- creased. Northside’s beloved AP classes, averaging at ing and money-raising practices of City Hall, then at about twenty students per class, would swell to twenty- least in its equations for determining how many educa- eight (though AP Calculus would number at thirty- tors each school is to have. Accordingly, high schools seven). The variety of classes would also decrease, receive funding for one teacher per thirty-two students, with the only P.E. classes available becoming P.E. I and one counselor for every three-hundred and fifty and II (goodbye, Lifetime Activities), and there would students – which certainly does not make sense for a be one less fine arts teacher. Every counselor would school where nearly every student goes on to college. be responsible for at least one hundred more students. Public School authorities, as Dr. Lalley said, need to Every special education teacher would have the make decisions about the future of public selective overwhelming task of taking care of entire classrooms enrollment schools like Northside. If they truly want of children without help. In short, the Northside Prep these schools to compete in a city once dominated by its students so dearly treasure for its personal classes, the notion that private schools are always preferable free environment, and diverse teaching body would be over the shoddy public education system, they must gravely altered. rework their thinking on how to keep them going. Fortunately for Northsiders, there is a knight in This will save many teachers the heartache of being shining armor within their midst, prepared to do told their positions have been closed, and at least one everything in his power to save the school from the knight from the telling. Instructions: Fill in the puzzle so that every row realization of this upsetting scenario. While he may of 9 numbers includes all digits 1 through 9 in any order, every column of 9 numbers includes all digits 1 no longer be able to gallop across Northside’s prairie The previous article is an editorial written by through 9 in any order and every 3 by 3 subsection of a member of the Hoof Beat staff. Letters to the on any white horse, Dr. James Lalley is certainly able the 9 by 9 square includes all digits 1 through 9. enough to navigate the vast maze that is the CPS editor are welcome. Please e-mail questions or bureaucracy. Through a series of memos, phone calls, comments to [email protected]. and visits to City hall, and in a process he describes as Page 12 Arts and Entertainment The Hoof Beat Stick It lands upright An adolescent success by Mohammad Khaleelullah Summer season is starting at the box office and with so The plot is very recognizable as the washed-up pro being many big name flicks around the corner, Stick It is the perfect overshadowed by the new rook plays out to an emotion filled way to begin the hottest movie season. twist to an otherwise predictable movie. Furthermore, involv- Stick It is a humorous teenage comedy that somehow turns ing a sport that has gone mostly unused in previous films overplayed clichés into a delightful and emotional movie. bolsters the film’s appeal. The story follows a washed up gymnast trying to overcome Written and directed by Jessica Bendinger, Stick It creates her past after walking out and earning a disqualification in a bond between the characters and the audience by relaying the biggest event of her life. Haley Graham, played by Missy common emotions on the screen. Bendinger, who in the past Peregrym, plays the role of an obedient and potential-filled has written about other young athletes in the spicy flick Bring gymnast gone south. She finds herself spending hours in her It On, creates a memorable set, vivid with color that provides neighborhood in Plano, Texas doing extreme tricks on her bike a lasting of visual mastery and expression. Each scene is vi- and skateboard, all while hanging out with her two best guy brantly staged in order to bring out the film and help overlook friends. One day, after crashing her bike into a building and some of the movie’s shabby dialogue. However, before Stick causing an immense amount of damage, Haley finds herself It can go on to stardom, glitches in the dialogue certainly do in court. The judge declares that Haley is to attend Vickerman need to be mended. Characters sometimes seem to be speak- Gymnastics Academy, notoriously known as VGA. After join- ing robotically as they lack expression and wit. ing the academy Haley endures much bickering with Coach Missy Peregrym does wonders with her role as an outcast Vickerman, played by Jeff Bridges. Bridges plays a troubled gymnast among a group of gymnasts. The opportunity to coach who blatantly lies to all his clients and ends up produc- emotionally connect with her role provides the audience ing less elite gymnasts and more hospital stricken athletes. with a chance to relate and feel the pain and pressure the she In the end, however, Haley finally settles down and endures from the judges. returns to competition mode. As she sets to meet her archrival Ultimately, with the audience being able to relate to both gymnast, tension builds among the gymnasts present at the the set and the characters, and the film creating a memorable competition. After a judging fiasco caused by a bra strap that and vivid image in the viewer’s minds, Stick It is on its way to peaks through a gymnasts leotard results in an unfair deduc- becoming a small time favorite. tion, the athletes become disgusted and decide to fire back. Promotional Poster for Stick It The Da Vinci Code, a code in itself Image courtesy of www.amazon.com by Patricia Radkowski Whether The Da Vinci Code is fact or ere’s mutilated body, which is covered fiction can be left to theologians to decide. by symbols written in his own blood and involuntarily embarks on a game of “Where’s Treated solely as a work of fiction, The Da arranged into a meaningful pose, Neveu Silas?” especially when there is too much Vinci Code is a dramatic thriller that is sure interrupts to warn Langdon that he is in silence or the music becomes tense. There is to captivate most viewers. It is difficult not danger. The two join forces to uncover just something extra scary about a tall, skinny to be intrigued by the wild chases through the first clues that Marielle left at the albino popping out of nowhere to kill people Europe, the shocking revelations accompa- Louvre and escape from the French po- in the name of God. Better yet is his practice nied by sinister music, the constant chaos lice. The pair continues their journey of of chastising himself through whippings and as new clues are found, and the overall ambiguity by visiting a bank. The action various other bloody methods that are sure to mysterious atmosphere stemming from then becomes a whirlwind of people and send shivers up the spine. For such reasons, the combination of faith and mystery. places as the pair becomes a quartet at younger siblings are best left at home. Yet, it is quite simple to grow bored of the the villa of Langdon’s friend, Sir Leigh With the plot aside, The Da Vinci Code is repetitiveness of the plot. There are only Teabing (Ian McKellen). Teabing and marvelously made. Ron Howard’s adapta- so many times that one can be frightened his “servant” join Neveu and Langdon tion of the book is religiously true to Dan by a psychotic albino, and this movie cer- as they travel to several churches to pick Brown’s novel, leaving the work only a few tainly abuses the element of surprise. up yet more clues. All this time, the times. Howard’s filming style, however, gives For those unfamiliar with the best-sell- French police are hot on their track. the text a special magic touch. The interest- ing book, it is suggested that undivided Aside from being chased by the law, ing shots from various directions offer a fresh attention be paid. Spacing out for just Langdon and Neveu are also followed way to view a movie. Although not the first one line could cause the viewer to miss by Silas (Paul Bettany), an albino fanatic director to put an original spin on a published the entire plot, so going to the bathroom who works for the Teacher. The Teacher, story, Howard does this with skill and grace. is impossible during this film. A moment whose identity is another mystery, is Especially nifty is his choice to show how of daydreaming could cost the wander- working with the Opus Dei, a society Langdon notices patterns and taps into the ing mind to miss a significant detail that of Catholics who supposedly wish to secrets of the past. Howard mimics Langdon’s will cause much confusion. However, the conceal the truth behind the Holy Grail. thought-process by highlighting the numbers, tangled web of plot is intricately woven Amidst all these conspiracies and secrets letters, or symbols that Langdon is focusing and is a welcome relief from the shallow are Catholic cardinals who are also try- on. Those pieces of the puzzle are then rear- stories Hollywood has been spewing out ing to conceal the existence of the Holy ranged to form some coherent message. recently. Grail. The Da Vinci Code is sure to keep viewers Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks), a Har- Promotional Poster for The Da Vinci Code The hunt for the clues is long, but on the edge of their seats. The constant ac- vard symbologist lecturing in Paris, is asked Image courtesy of www.amazon.com interesting. The betrayals and the escapes tion, broken only by times of reflection during which clues are put together, will definitely by Inspector Fache (Jean Reno) to survey the but before he passed away he left his supposed are entertaining and add to the already keep the audience engaged. In the end, it is murder scene of the Louvre museum cura- granddaughter Sophie Neveu (Audrey Tau- messy plot. On top of that, around every worth it to solve the ancient mystery of the tor, Jacques Sauniere (Jean-Pierre Marielle). tou) a scavenger hunt made up of clues. other corner lurks Silas, whose casting in- Holy Grail, whether it is true or not. Sauniere was shot at night inside the Louvre, While Langdon and Fache inspect Sauni- creases the film’s fear factor. The viewer soon A real ship wreck: Poseidon sinks at the box office by Mohammad Khaleelullah The clock ticks closer to midnight rives. But as former mayor of New York on New Year’s Eve, as a marvelous City, Robert Ramsay (Kurt Russell) de- party is underway in the ballroom of cides to lead the charge of survivors out a new luxury cruise liner, the Posei- of the ship, many new obstacles rise. don, where over 2000 passengers are Russell, the lone actor to shine in his on board. Dancing, drinking, and role, takes over as the new captain and celebrating their way into the New uses his old managerial skills to bring Year, the passengers are oblivious to everyone to safety while keeping an eye what is going to happen while the on his daughter’s every move. The may- somersaulting ocean waves have an or, however, is sometimes affected by idea of their own. Tremendous waves, this filial relationship, altering the way known as rogue waves, rile up and he leads the rest of the group, watering crash into the ship just as the New down most of the scenes with his lame Year rings in, causing massive damage style of over-parenting. Along with new to the ship and eventually turning it dangers that arise, the audience is left to over. The new technology of the near witness sometimes unreal events, leav- future allows for the ship to remain ing to question the believability. Should considerably afloat until rescue work- they feel for these actors? Should they ers are able to come to assistance. But celebrate the survival of one character as the limited survivors worry about even though he dies in the next scene? their own lives, they become anxious As the plot goes on, it is obvious after realizing they must quickly reach that not everyone will make it and that safety by themselves. Whether they are it is only a matter of time before the able to configure their way out in time next cast member dies off. This effect before other dangers arise becomes the can be predicted from the very begin- question, as time is not on their side. ning and it not that hard to realize who will be killed next. Poseidon gives Wolfgang Petersen directs Poseidon with experience from Promotional Poster for Poseidon previous water based films such as Das Boot (1981) and The Image courtesy of www.amazon.com a 1980s feeling to a 2006 flick. Viewers are a little used to that Perfect Storm (2000). Peterson takes a weak $140 million dollar theme by now. budget film, provides a weak script, and generates detriment- budget one would expect them to hire a writer who could do With a cheap action plot and mediocre and overused spe- like waves that audiences have seen only nine years back in the more than just produce ill-witted and robotic lines. cial effects, Poseidon fails to thrill the audience as the original Titanic. Shouldn’t technology and visual effects have pro- The ship’s captain, (Andre Braugher) asks for everyone to had done decades ago. Audiences are over the stage of predict- gressed since the 1972 edgy classic? With a $140 million dollar remain calm and stay together in the ballroom until help ar- ing the next cast member’s death and watching the same ef- September 2006 Arts and Entertainment Page 13 X-Men at number one Beresilicious One ‘Last Stand’ at the box office My little list by Damon Beres by Kana Yoo tired. We’ve put out nine The X-Men Tril- A complete lack papers before this one, and ogy is now complete of care is shown for yet I feel like the contents with the release of the characters as seen of this column have been the third install- th from how some major limited to two things: how ment on May 26 . characters are killed. much I enjoy talking about Though its script may Their deaths are un- sex and how much I enjoy be lacking, its great expected and jarring talking about video games. special effects, breath- and then pushed to A worthy combination in my mind. taking action, and the back of the movie. Yet, I am not an adolescent Howard unexpected plot turns One death in particu- Stern with an affinity for the gaming arts, make X-Men: The Last lar goes for the most and as such it seems as though I owe my Stand a fun and truly part unexplained and readership something more. Variety is, after entertaining movie. seems unnecessary all, the spice of life. Though my column Appropriately to the overall plot. It has certainly been spicy in the past, we titled, the final battle serves no purpose but can all probably agree that a little kick is in between Homo sa- to torture fans of the order. So here it is: a short list of Beresili- piens, X-men, and character. In addi- cious thoughts that should carry you well Magneto’s force of tion, though the new into the summer. Think of it as a parting mutants takes place characters provide a gift from me to you. These thoughts might in the third movie good opportunity to have been ideas for potential columns over when Magneto bands show off more special the course of the year that never saw the a group of mutants effects, the brief light of day for one reason or another, or together to fight the acknowledgement of they might be random little nuggets that “cure” that is created such characters may seem appropriate for this column. Without to repress the mu- upset true X-men fans. further ado, I bring you my little list of tants’ DNA. Along Fans should also be Beresilicious thoughts. with original charac- prepared to adjust to a Beresilicious thought #1: Headphones ters like Wolverine rather inaccurate por- will be the death of our society. We’re and Storm, the final trayal of the original beginning to see this now as multitudes of movie also introduces characters from the teenagers wear them 24/7, abandoning all new mutants, like the comic books. semblances of social life and toning out the Juggernaut, Beast, Some over- orders of their mothers. They’re turning us and Angel, meaning dramatic lines are all into isolated vegetables, but aside from a whole new slew of cringe-worthy, giving that, they’re making us deaf. Deaf, I tell powers. The second the whole movie a ya! Invest in hearing aid companies now, X-Men movie, X-Men cheesy, artificial feel. because they’ll be huge by the time we’re United, ended with For example, Angel 50. Mark my words. Jean Grey sacrificing and his father have a Beresilicious thought #2: CPS internet herself during a dam potentially interesting blocks are limiting our freedom. Let’s be explosion to save relationship that the reasonable: am I saying that 18-year-old the others. She then movie, unfortunately, students at Northside should be able to returns in the third has no time for, show- look at pornographic content on school movie as the Phoe- ing only flashes of the computers if they so please? Yes, that’s nix, her super power- father-son interaction. exactly what I’m saying. It’s not illegal in ful alter ego, which In this brief time, the the real world, why should it be illegal in Professor Xavier writers manage to ours? Because of the potential increase in was able to control squeeze in one of the spyware and viruses? Suck it up and buy a for many years. This most cliché exchanges better Norton plan. Students can be respon- new, volatile charac- that can occur be- sible in computer classes if they so please, ter adds suspense to tween father and son. and blocking off certain websites (includ- the story since she is When father Warren ing lyric websites for crying out loud) isn’t a threat to everyone. Worthington, Sr. says, making us more productive. Beyond that, Like the previ- “Warren, it’s a better blocking websites like Xanga (a popular ous two movies, X3 life. It’s what we all blogging website) just discourages student does not disappoint want.” Warren shoots creativity, if anything. in the special effects Promotional Poster for X-Men: The Last Stand back with angst on full blast, “No, it’s what Beresilicious thought #3: Anime is department. As always, you want.” He then runs and crashes through garbage and you know it. Don’t get me Mystique’s morphing audience wants to support fellow humans in the window of a high story building and wrong: I love me some anime, and several ability is flawlessly realistic, like a reptile the fight against the “bad-guy” mutants, it is swoops over the city with his massive white of my favorite films of all time are Japa- gracefully shedding its scales. It seems that all also heart wrenching to see mutants drained angel wings. Once again, action and special nese animation (not to mention my love the characters have improved powers: Storm of their ability by the serum shot from the effects save the movie from crumbling. for Neon Genesis Evangelion, Cowboy Bebop, twirls effortlessly through the air, and Mag- army’s cannons. To give the writers some credit, there are Furi Kuri, Excel Saga, Azumanga Daioh, and neto, in one brain tingling scene, repositions At its core, X-Men: The Last Stand is a amusing lines that actually had the intention a multitude of other anime shows). It just the Golden Gate Bridge, wrenching it apart, sci-fi, action movie. And, like many action of being funny. For those familiar with the Jug- gets me all riled up whenever someone cars and all, to then bring it down to its new movies, large explosions and fighting over- gernaut, there is a humorous treat waiting in a from an anime club insists that Japanese location. rides character development and dialogue. scene between him and Shadow Cat, a young animation is the pinnacle of humanity’s The battle scenes are just as exciting and What’s worse is that X-Men tries to go deeper mutant who can go through walls. achievements and that it’s some glorious stimulating to the senses; Wolverine against into its characters but falls short. The love If one is hoping for intellectual dialogue art form that requires a mature mind to the Juggernaut, Storm against Callisto (a woes of Rogue and Iceman seem trivial and and perplexing, complex characters, this may appreciate it. Tell you what: go watch some super speed mutant), and of course, the Ice- out of place, as if The OC crossed over with not be the ideal movie. But, for those who are Love Hina and tell me it doesn’t make you man against Pyro. The final stand off between 24. Jean Grey and Wolverine’s love is slightly looking for nearly two hours of sheer aesthetic lose a hojillion brain cells. Aside from that, Magneto’s mutants and the X-men along with more mature but just as shallow. Wolverine’s entertainment at its best, X-Men: The Last Stand it’s hardly even accurate to call it animation the soldiers makes the viewing of the whole physical lust for Dr. Grey suddenly becomes is the perfect choice. The special effects are a in most instances since a lot of it consists movie worthwhile. It’s like playing an intense a genuine, heart-felt “I would die for you” showcase of advanced technology and the ac- of still frames replicated over and over fighting video game where each second is passion. The “true love will save you” story tion sequences are enough to make the movie again with the slightest of changes to create heart pounding and tense. Although the line has been done before and is getting a bit worth all the money and time. motion. You want some real animation? Watch some pre-anime invasion American cartoons. Beresilicious thought #4: Just as the Get “Loose” with Nelly Macarena should never have been trans- by Shoaib Ali lated into English, the Star-Spangled Nelly Furtado, the female underdog of the pop music upcoming release. She says her 2 ½ year-old daughter was one Banner shouldn’t have to be translated into industry, makes her voice heard with her instant hit, “Promis- of the greatest inspirations for this CD. “This album wouldn’t Spanish. Keeping in mind that this is an cuous.” Since its release in late April, it has topped the pop have existed if I wasn’t a mother,” Arts and Entertainment column, and thus charts consistently. The album's first single debuted at number she said. pushing aside the heap of politics driving 64 on the Billboard's Hot 100. She ended her five-year absence In addition, two songs from the such a statement, is it so wrong to be a from the charts with her highest-debuting single of her career. track listing, No Hay Igual and Te music purist and not want to experience a It is bound to be one of the greatest hits this summer as radio Busque, feature Spanish rhythms and song in an incorrect form? It doesn’t seem play continues to soar. sounds. The casual studio recording right to mess with the lyrical poetry of any With a Portuguese ethnic background, Furtado was born also added to the leisurely produc- song, and maybe more people should pay and raised in British Colombia, Canada. Her musical talent tion. This ultimately did not imple- that some mind. was revealed as early as nine years of age when she grasped ment any pressure on the album, as a Beresilicious thought #6: The role of the opportunity to master the ukulele and the trombone. By range from folklore and hip-hop bass sexuality in Hollywood is something of a her early adolescent years, Furtado was composing her own beats were able to be incorporated paradox. So much is invested into be- work. After her high school graduation she moved to Toronto, simultaneously. Yet, the album will ing as sexy as possible, and yet there’s an where she began to pursue her musical dreams. Fortunately, still follow Furtado’s conceptual di- inch thick layer of paranoia surrounding she caught the interest of Dreamworks Records, and her 2000 rection for her latest music to be full anything too explicit. Jessica Alba played debut album, Whoa Nelly! was released. of youthful energy. a stripper in Sin City, yet we saw about as This album is definitely worth buying. Furtado’s vocals Intended to be released on June much skin there as we do walking through th Album Art for Loose and rhythm will never let you down. Timbaland’s produc- 20 , 2006, Loose is bound to earn Image courtesy of www.amazon.com the second floor atrium during a passing tion on the album also enhances the pop artist’s image as one Certified Gold, which means that period. I think the only way to describe it who can collaborate with a variety of styles to effectively give it will sell at least 500,000 copies of is “Prudish slutism” and I don’t like it one your ears something worthwhile to listen to. Other producers the album. The new single, “Promiscuous,” is a fresh sound bit. include Pharrell Williams and Scott Storch. There is no doubt from the pop artist. . She will contribute to the industry like no So there you have it! See you in the that Furtado’s background has had a definite influence on her other current artist. Editorials section next month! Page 14 Features The Hoof Beat

Chalik on the from students, faculty, parents and administrators, so that it involved, dedicated and hardworking. can maintain its superior quality of educational experience. So as I veer off from my journey on the Northside track to Sidewalk Let the golden years of Northside continue for many years to a different and wider path, I want to wish farewell to all those come, because who knows how many bright leaders, scientists, people that I have met here during my four years – friends, artists, professionals it can cultivate. Northside, with its superb fellow students, teachers, parents and staff – I wish you all the facilities, rigorous academic program, and exciting extracur- best. Keep our school bright, cheery and successful for the fu- ricular activities has the potential to shine for many years to ture generations of Northsiders that are replacing the Class of A Farewell come. 2006 and every previous graduate. And to the incoming fresh- As a recent graduate I can verify that four years at North- men (as well as sophomores, juniors and seniors) I just want and a side go by quickly. There will be no more extended advisory to say: make us proud, work hard, try your hand at sports for me on Wednesdays, or colloquium, which actually is and clubs, create masterpieces, respect one another, and serve in great danger of disappearing from our wonderful block Northside to your greatest capacity. If you do, the rewards Greeting schedule. No more Aimee’s Mochas from the Pig in the Side- are endless and our fine school will continue to prosper and walk Café, no more NHS car washes, no more lectures from develop brilliant minds and intelligent, capable human beings. by Ilya Chalik Mr. Chester Tylinski, no more of Mr. Greg DiFrancesco’s inane jokes and tangents off the important subject of chemistry. For me there are no more math competi- I sincerely love Northside. It tions and swimming meets, IMP portfolios or Critical has been my home for four wonderful years of my life, Reading Journals, Open Mics or band concerts, morn- where I have gained much knowledge and made many ing announcements, or music during passing periods. friends. Here, in this magnificent place, I learned how to These four years have not only been productive and swim, speak Japanese, write eloquently, and do Calculus. eventful, but exhilarating and memorable. Sure, there were many late nights and early mornings spent And of course I’m no longer coeditor-in-chief of on homework, but in the end all my hard work paid off. To the printed Hoof Beat, a position that has passed on to Northside I owe a large part of my success – I was chal- Aliy Markowski, Adv. 700, and Damon Beres, Adv. lenged, inspired, counseled, and in the end, commended. 706; I wish both the print and web newspapers con- And I’m one of a great many alumni who have made tinued success and improvement. As the newspaper Northside a place of academic excellence, which for some nurtures writers and artists, I encourage Northsiders years has been its number one attribute. with these qualities to join its ranks and show what Yet Northside would certainly not be the place it has they are made of. been without the majestic leadership of Dr. James Lalley, I will miss my high school. But after four years our principal, who will soon be culminating his reign at at Northside, I still procrastinate my assignments. As Northside. Thank you, Dr. Lalley, as through your hard I write my last column, the layout for this issue of work and dedication you have enriched our lives immense- the Hoof Beat is being finalized. I guess some habits ly. Nonetheless, change is in the air. For several years many just stick, but thankfully I have not paid dearly for notable members of our faculty and staff have departed it. I cannot believe that I have come so far, and that Ilya Chalik gleefully ends his high school life. from Northside. And so has a lot of major funding from my determination and perfectionism has led me to Photo by Kana Yoo CPS and other sources, which we must constantly protest a place like Harvard. So for anyone who thinks that and battle. This is why Northside needs urgent support they cannot get into a top college, all you have to do is be

A presentation of the arts Northside’s 5th Annual Film Festival by Kana Yoo After a year of planning, direct- ing, and editing, students of the “From Script to Screen” Filmmaking Colloquium presented their work at Northside’s 5th An- nual Film Festival on Tuesday, June 6 at 7 pm. “I thought [the films] were good and I liked that there were a lot of them,” said Daniel Kittaka, Adv. 603, a Northside alum. “I went sophomore year and I defi- nitely think that the quality has improved since the last time I came.” The festival, which lasted approximate- ly three hours, showed a wide variety of films that ranged from horror to comedy, from animation to live-action. All films were entirely student produced. “It was a lot of time management,” said Calvin Lam, Adv. 906, executive producer of a zombie horror movie called The 11th Hour. “It was challenging. It took a lot of time and effort and money.” The 11th Hour, a 19-minute film, was co-created by John Mejia, Adv. 900, and starred several Northside students as the teen heroes and zombies. Special effects included blasted brains, slit throats, and torn abdomens. “The films are exponentially better than those in previous years. I’m very happy with the turnout,” said Mr. Chris Santiago of the Fine Arts Department, who co-teaches the colloquium. In this year’s colloquium, unlike before, the curriculum allowed students to work on several smaller projects rather than to focus on one large project. Students in the colloquium then voted on which films would be screened. Another change to the colloquium was that Mr. Barry McRaith of the English Department and Mr. Santiago alternated their teaching times of class so that they rotated by class rather than by semester. This allowed the teachers to feed and build off each other more directly. An additional Mr. Santiago holds the microphone out for students to introduce themselves and their films during the Q&A session that took improvement to this year’s colloquium was place after the festival. that it received $1500 in grant money from Photo by Kana Yoo “The Oppenheimer Family Foundation,” making it possible to get more equipment. Mr. Santiago has even more changes tual. He also plans to open up the festival to accept submis- him when it comes to narrative and when it comes to teaching planned for next year. sions from the entire school; the films will then undergo a jury and getting kids to think about their stories and reasoning and “One of the problems that we’ve faced is that we have process. all those great literary things that he does. A great loss.” these great films but the crowds are so small. We’re going The biggest change under which the colloquium will go is to try to work on promoting them,” said Mr. Santiago. the departure of Mr. McRaith from Northside. Mr. Santiago’s plans also include having significantly “Losing Mr. McRaith is quite a great loss,” said Mr. Santi- more videos that are more performance based and concep- ago. “I’m going to try to apply all the things I’ve learned from September 2006 Sports Page 15 For the love of tennis Women’s tennis season begins by April Nwatah started when school started. In meet new people. I think we’re Although the year has just begun, the order to improve this problem, going to have a great season and I Northside Tennis Team has been already the coaches are starting practice can’t wait!” working their way towards success. Divided two weeks before school begins. “I am really excited to do into a Junior Varsity and a Varsity team, team In addition, both of the coaches tennis,” said newcomer Gabri- captains Amanda Kaiser, Adv. 706, and Rana from the previous year were un- elle Gulledge, Adv. 809. “I’ve Marks, Adv. 810, have been preparing their available to coach, so the captains already started taking lessons and team since last year. Last year, the captains had to find a new coach. this summer, I am going to take hosted an informational meeting for all those “Last year was a bit disap- lessons with my friends at the interested in joining tennis. At the meeting, pointing,” said Marks. “This Bally’s Total Fitness by my house. the prospective members were informed on year will be much more fun and I’m looking forward to the team what they would be required to do. organized. [The captains] plan atmosphere and being able to They learned that practices would be to take it into our own hands. participate in a sport I really love held Monday through Friday for a five week It’s hard to have team spirit with playing. I expect it to be fun but season starting August 15th, two weeks before tennis, because it is basically an competitive at the same time.” school started (tryouts were held the first individual sport. People should “I’m definitely excited week of practice). Members were told to be come out and watch us, because because it seems like a fun time,” at practice everyday. The potential tennis they never do.” said Vicki Levin, Adv. 801. “I’m members were also recommended to partake The new players had an going to prepare by practicing in tennis programs throughout the summer overall enthusiastic reaction to- with friends and possibly signing to improve or maintain their game. The team wards the upcoming season. The up for a couple private sessions.” gained many future members, all of which informational meeting caused “Tennis is a really great sport were enthusiastic about joining tennis. excitement amongst the future that can travel with you from “I’m so excited for the season to start,” players. Many of the players were high school competitively to old said Annie Tran, Adv. 810. “I hope to de- excited to start playing and were age leisurely,” said newcomer velop a strong love for the sport and a great determined to improve their ten- Rhianna Jones, Adv. 810. I would bonding with the team.” nis skills. have done tennis from freshman Last year, both teams proved to be “I’ve never played tennis year on, but cheerleading started extremely successful. Both the junior varsity before, but I just started playing early and my schedule did not and the varsity team made it to the final 4 with some friends and I really work out right. I am really excited teams in the city. Varsity won 4th place in the like it,” said Raisa Santiago, Adv. because it is a fun sport. I am city. In addition, Northside’s doubles team 800. “I want to get better and friends with most of the people won 1st place in the city. Also, Rana Marks improve…. I know it’ll be fun to already on the team, so it should came in 2nd place for singles in the city. play everyday.” be a lot of fun. Also, the short- The team coaches have a lot in store for “I expect that next season ness of the season itself will make this year. They have many plans to improve will be great,” said Wing Chan, it go really fast. I can’t wait for the what they believe to have gone wrong the pre- Adv. 807. “It seems to be more it. Since we play during the summer, I also season to unveil!” vious year. One main problem was practice organized than last year, so I look forward to can’t wait to see everyone from last year and Finishing off the season hard Women’s Softball season wrap-up by Sejla Dizdarevic much this season ended up filling the positions of those who created, the skills learned, and the friendships we will carry The Northside’s Women’s Softball Team concluded a were injured and managed to do an outstanding job. with us for the rest of our high school experience.” successful three month season this May, suffering only a few Last year’s junior varsity team placed third in the city. “Whenever you see a good team, you see very skilled, losses along the way. The Varsity Women’s Softball Team This year, the junior varsity girls hoped to follow in their talented players, with rich schools and being all serious, but made it to the state playoffs this year where they competed footsteps. The team made the playoffs and succeeded in for us, we got improvement, team chemistry, and had fun,” against New Trier Township High School. The girls lost the winning the first round, yet in the second round they were said Rosalind Dumlao, Adv. 802. game 10 to 0, a loss which eliminated the team from the eliminated after a 12-1 loss to Taft High School. After elimi- “When we first started out this year, I was quick to doubt playoffs. nation, Northside’s team members still felt they got a lot out the team and the talent we had. As the year progressed “We all wanted to give our seniors a good season and, of the season. though, they proved me wrong and we ended up being a of course, win city and beat Lane Tech College Prep High “Although we didn’t get first in city this year, we all got really strong team,” said Amanda Perez, Adv. 801. “Yes, we School. With a little more guidance, I think our team would something just a little better than city championships: we all had flaws and made many mental errors, but no matter what, have done even better, but we still had a really fun season,” got to make new friends with our teammates,” said Chyei we always kept our heads in the game.” said Christiana Prucnal, Adv. 805. Vinluan, Adv. 908. “Next year, I hope we go all the way Team manager Liliana Leon, Adv. 804, saw the Mus- “Even though it took a while, at the end of the year our taking the city championships and creating an even stronger tangs’ improvement first-hand. team really pulled together and showed great improvement, bond with new and old players.” “Seeing these girls improve was the greatest thing ever,” even though our record didn’t show that,” said Rhianna Rey, “Playing on the JV team this year was a privilege for me said Liliana Leon. “Some of these girls were strangers to Adv. 809. because I had the opportunity to become friends with 18 each other, and they ended up becoming not just teammates, “It was difficult to win without any coaching, but we real- great ladies and 2 amazing coaches,” said Margot DiMuzio, but friends as well. Their season was great, and I’m going to ly ended the season strongly,” said Lena Guerriero, Adv. 810. Adv. 807. “This team was all about commitment and disci- miss losing my voice after every game.” Throughout the season, Northside’s players suffered pline and whether on the field or on the bench, we continu- many injuries. Those who thought they would not play as ally supported each other and stayed focused. The bonds Page 16 Sports The Hoof Beat

Khan-Ya A disappointing ending Hear Me? Men’s Varsity Tennis fall short against private schools

by Salim Patel including both public and private The ending The season for the Men’s school players. The Northside’s Varsity Tennis Team has doubles team was no more suc- to a magical come to an end and the cessful, losing 6-1, 6-2 against the Mustangs didn’t finish off as Lincoln Park Lions. ride strong as they had hoped. In “I honestly thought that my division play the Mustangs partner and I would get pretty far by Asrar Khan lost only two matches and in the tournament,” said doubles Gradua- finished with an impressive member John White, Adv. 705. tion has come 8-2 record. After winning “The guys that we played were sick and gone, yet I their conference they moved and even though we were playing am being told on to the city championship. some of our best tennis, we ended to write a final Placing third in the city cham- up losing badly.” “farewell” column by my former pionships was the highlight From the four first round journalism classmates. Yet I ask of their success this season. matches that the Mustangs took myself, why say farewell to fresh- However, at the Sectional part in, only one advanced to the men who will never know I even Tournament the Mustangs second round. Marshall Kaufman existed? This is why I am devis- didn’t perform up to their Adv. 600, was the only Mustang ing a rule for this column. If you expectations. to advance to the next round and are freshman, you cannot read On Friday, May 19, the met the Latin #1 singles player this column. Put it down, turn it tennis team was dismissed in the second.Marshall faced the over, and go do freshman things. from their classes so that they #1 singles player from Mather Go talk to random people you could make their way to the High School, who Marshall had don’t know just to make it seem Lakeshore Tennis Courts. previously faced in division play. like you have friends. Go get lost There, the Mustangs com- However, Marshall suffered a disap- within the atriums. Show up to the peted against teams from both pointing defeat. wrong class. I don’t care what you the public and the private The Mustangs did not per- do—just do not read this column. division. The fact that the pri- form as well as they expected, and This farewell is not for your young, vate schools and schools from one can say that it might have to fourteen year old eyes. So please the red division took part in do with the fact that they are a look away. the tournament played an in- Chicago Public School. The private Now that those little rascals are teresting role in the success of schools had the upper hand mainly gone, let’s proceed to the farewell. the Mustangs. Private schools because they had more skill. The As you’re reading this, hopefully including The Latin School of Chicago Public Schools are at a on the first day of school (unless Chicago participated and had disadvantage because the private our handpicked editors stink and an apparent advantage over schools have more funding to uti- up and delay the paper), you must the public schools that took lize in improving the skills of their be feeling some sort of anxiety. If part in the tournament. players. Also, the private schools you’re a sophomore, you might be “The guy that I played take part in twice as many matches concerned about some teachers was a beast,” said first place in their seasons and thus have more you have. If you’re a junior, you public division city champion, match play experience. The CPS might be concerned that this year Tony Casado Adv. 800. “I tennis teams will need access to the is your make it or break it year. ended up loosing 6-0, 6-0 and same resources to compete with If you’re a senior, you may be I think that this was the hard- the private schools in the future. anxious over those tough college est match I have ever had.” Though the season is over, hope- decisions. During my four years Tony played the first Anthony Casado, Adv. 800, sets up for a forehand winner. Anthony placed fully the team will strive to get their at Northside, I experienced all seeded player from The Latin first in the city individual championship. hands on some of these resources these things. Things don’t always School, a private school. The Photo by Salim Patel which will serve as means for the go as planned, and things may not coach had believed that Tony Mustang tennis players to excel on always happen in the ideal way. would perform better, but ulti- the Public City Individual Cham- was a disappointing surprise that he the tennis courts. But I lived through it, and I’m mately Tony was playing a superior pionship mainly because only the did not win the Citywide Individual absolutely certain 98% will live player. He had performed so well in public schools had participated. It Championship with competition through it too. Enjoy your time here at this wonderful school, a school I hope stays wonderful for the years to come. Cherish every Serve, Set, and Spike! moment, because high school does not repeat itself. You might ask yourself, why is Northside’s Volleyball Team this guy not talking about sports? Isn’t this the sports column? Well by Martyna Michalak my friends, I must tell you, though Northside’s women’s volleyball season school that came in first in city champion- day during the season practicing. Thus, hard sports is something we should all begins when the summer sun still shines. The ships last year, bumping the Northside Varsity work, their strong positive minds, and team cherish and enjoy, we must realize girls dedicate their time to practice starting team down to second place. spirit pay off and lead them to win many that sports is simply an illusion. August 14. Matches begin after the first cou- “We play tough suburban schools but they games. An illusion of false reality. When ple of days of tryouts. The first game of the are not in our conference,” we play or watch sports, we are season usually occurs at the end of August. In said Courtney Konow, Adv. caught up in something that will be a regular season the girls have 15 matches and 801, a varsity volleyball play- insiginificant in the long run (un- 3 tournaments. er. “Within the city, I would less you’re freaking Saif Rahman, Last season, Northside had three teams, say the toughest competitor the best baller Northside’s ever junior varsity, varsity, and freshmen. The var- is Whitney Young.” seen not named Eschmann, Burke, sity team was coached by Ms. Nicole Flores, Throughout the season Kinsler, Rivers, and the entire JV a Northside math teacher. The junior varsity the players grow close to team). Sports is something we team was coached by Ms. Nicole Hebson, each other. The teams have should all enjoy, all have a stake in, and the freshmen team was coached by Ms. a lot of team spirit and sup- but in the end, we should realize Wendy Lombie. Both women are teachers port for each other. that sports helps sway a person that come to coach from outside schools. In “During the season, from reality, if only briefly. total with all the teams combined, there were we basically eat, sleep, and However, sports in general 44-45 girls playing. The volleyball teams this breathe together because we are significant to us. We should season can accept up to 16 girls from the are always together,” said all cherish the teams here at freshmen class. O’ Connell. “We also have Northside, because they allow us Last year’s season was very successful bonding trips.” to—even if only temporarily— with the JV and freshmen teams making it all This closeness is best sway away from reality into a state the way to the semi-finals of the city playoffs. explained when every year of excitement and fantasy. So my The varsity team won regionals and came the girls show their apprecia- advice: go to the games. Support second in city. tion for their senior players your teams. Yes, even you, fresh- “Last season was very successful and we by having “Senior Day.” men. That’s right. I know all. plan to continue last year’s programs,” said Different sports have differ- Ms. Flores. ent ways of honoring their The teams are going to be reinforced and players; the volleyball team much stronger this year with 8 seniors return- makes t-shirts and does other ing to play. Other players are hopeful that this things as well. season will be the better than last year. “Every year we make t- “We had a really strong season last year,” shirts to honor our seniors,” said Maggie O’Connell, Adv. 807, a varsity said Konow. “Last year, we volleyball player. “The juniors provided a put cool quotes on the back strong core for the team, and so we really of the t-shirts for each of the hope with them returning as seniors this players and got them quirky season, we will do even better.” little gifts that match their The volleyball players compete against personality.” many tough schools both within the city and The Northside students’ outside the city but their toughest competitor dedication to volleyball is is Whitney Young High School. It is not sur- best described by the amount prising though; Whitney Young was the high of hours they spend every-