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Volume 57, Issue II 16 Oct 2017 To You, From A Senior her. Go to every school Inside this issue: dance. Pick a day and go on a road trip with your best Homecoming Court 4 If you ask me what in that stadium in your cap I’m most excited for right and gown, you can look friends. Try a new style. now, my answer is going back and say that you Dress up for school for no Our Spirit Kings, 7 to be graduation, obvi- made the most of this. reason. Learn a new instru- ment. Try to cook a who are they? ously, but only because Editor-in-Chief, Ellen Robinson I’ve already exhausted new dish. Buy those Meet Miss Harle! 8 most of the opportunities shoes you’ve been this school has to offer. wanting. Keep a jour- I’ve joined clubs. I’ve nal. Hold steadfast to The Stadium Pro- 9 gone on trips. I’ve gone every dream you’ve ject to coffeehouses. I’ve ever had. Eat twelve cupcakes in one sit- Freshmen Advice 10 been to prom and the winter dance. I’ve gone ting. Join a band. to Homecoming, three Write a story and Jake n’ Ally’s Ad- 19 times. I’ve taken the share it at a coffee- vice courses I wanted to take, house, or even submit Vegetarian: It’s Not 27 dressed up for Spirit, it to the magazine. As Hard As You week, marveled at the Visit places. See Think hallways, done college things. Tell everyone summer programs. Also, you care about that I’ve had the opportunity you love them. Laugh to write for Pantherette loudly. Live freely. Spirit Week and Epiphany. I’ve Love passionately. Do talked to new people and anything and every- Monday- College Day made new friends. I’ve Along with making thing that you’ve wanted to formed relationships with the most of everything, do but have been afraid of Tuesday- Twin Day teachers and student don’t be afraid. Fear will (within reason, of course). Wednesday- Pink Out teachers. I’ve gone to foot- only keep you from oppor- This is your only time in ball games. I’ve gone to tunity. Try out for the mu- high school. Do so many Thursday- Hawaiian Day school activities. I’ve sical even if you have stage things that when senior reached for dreams and fright. Go to sports games. year rolls around, you won’t Friday- Red and Black goals. So, please do not Dye your hair purple. Start even realize that much time tell me that graduation is training for a 5K, 10K, or passed. Day the only exciting thing even a marathon. Sing to And to my fellow this school can give you, people in the hallway. Bake seniors, this is our year; and, whatever you do, cookies with your best let’s make the most of it! don’t sit around waiting friend at 9 p.m. simply be- Welcome back! for your graduation to cause you can. Wear black arrive, or you’ll miss eve- lipstick, and rock it. Join a Get to know rything along the way. sports team or a new club. You’ll have your time to Listen to a new style of our new super- be excited to graduate, music. Take bubble baths. and it will be here soon; I Sit with someone new at promise. But right now, lunch. Buy your mom flow- intendent on focus on taking every sin- ers to show you appreciate gle chance you are given, her. Better even, clean the page 3! so when you finally stand house or make dinner for Marching Band Emily Hoffert ‘20

If you’re looking for a way to show off gether in one big happy dys- some school spirit and musical talent, then functional family. The seniors why not join marching band? Many think the this year are Sarah Edris, stereotypical marching band member is a geek, Olivia Jenkins, Bryce Burnett, but it's more than that. In a way, marching Mary Brooks, Emily Gunkel, band is like a sport. We work hard and sweat a and Rebecca Zeiner. To the lot, but instead of tackling someone or kicking seniors: we will miss you a ball, we create wonderful music. A day in the dearly next year! life of marching band is a lot of work. At the beginning of the year, we work on basics like roll steps, backwards marching, and transi- tioning to our positions on the field. We then have to memorize our music for the field show to perform at halftime. After that, we have to practice pep tunes to play at the football games to get the crowd pumped up. In my opinion, music is a beautiful thing and can express people's emotions and sometimes bring people together. We as a group have definitely grown over the past few months and formed great friendships. We all love music; it brings us to-

Pantherette is now available on the SV website in color!

The Pantherette is published by students of Schuylkill Valley High School, Leesport, Pennsylvania, 19533

Advisor: Heather Barrett Secretary: Starr Neidlinger Editor-in-Chief: Ellen Robinson Treasurer: Elizabeth Clement Administrative Assistant: Donald Ballou Sports Editor: Brenden Livinghouse Technical Editor: Layomi Adeojo Sports/Technical Editor: Skylar Renninger Junior Editors-in-Chief: Charanya Birabaharan and Lily Whitmoyer Sophomore Editor: Reiley Bagenstose Contributing Pantherette staff: Mary Brooks, Hallie Jacobs, Cecily Ramirez, Hannah Seltzer, Michael Shott, Josh Calancea, Jessica Shomo, William Stevenson, Jasmine Stoudt, Jakob Strausser, Molly Wenzel, Vito Zazo, Molly Ballou, Tessa Bewley, Mackenzie Bossler, Alana Boyle, Tatum Brown, Stephanie Brumbach, Julia Craft, Brock Dalton, Allison Henwood, Emily Hoffert, Lilyanna Isenberg, Emily Kale, Kaydence Muller, Chloe Peters, Danielle Readinger, Gabby Rider, Hope Rozycki, Skylar Weddle, Lily Wiley, Addison Angstadt, Mandi Brush, Kara Faulk, Sandra Goho, Vanessa Jones, Abigail Kunkle, Bryce Romberger, Samantha Stewart, Emily Zaharia

Our New Superintendent, Eager and Ready to Work Charanya Birabaharan ‘19

I open the door to a authentic self, and Dr. find a chain of offices, file Mierzejewski intends cabinets, and administra- to approach problems tors working intently at and issues with the their desks. Anxiously, I same morals and val- knock on the door, and the ues for each. secretary tells me to wait Dr. Mierzejewski outside. She will invite me g r a d u a t e d f r o m in soon. Three minutes Schuylkill Valley High later, the new superinten- School and later at- dent welcomes me into her tended Alvernia Uni- office. Five minutes passed, versity to earn her and then ten. After speaking Master's degree. Mar- with Dr. Mierzejewski for ried with a grown son almost forty minutes, my and daughter, she also apprehension dissolved. I has two wonderful arrived for my interview ex- grandchildren; like pecting to interview an ad- every grandmother, ministrator, and soon real- she spoils her grand- ized I was interviewing the children with trips to most kind-hearted, authen- the beach and gifts. tic, and optimistic individ- Aside from spending ual. time with her grand- Dr. Mierzejewski started as children, she travels a chemistry teacher and with her husband and later became the assistant reads during free principal of Fleetwood. She time. then worked at Tulpe- Truly, her insight and hocken, Wilson, and now, intentions are solely we are grateful to have such to benefit SV. Dr. an experienced individual Mierzejewski is more here at SV. their own way of learning, and than a leader but a considerate, Dr. Mierzejewski selected the school has the responsibility generous person whose heart lies Schuylkill Valley because of our en- to help students identify student in the students’ best interests. I vironment, staff members, reputa- interests and effective learning opened the door expecting to in- tion. Most importantly, she was at- methods. Also, she believes stu- terview a professional, business- tracted to our passion and determi- dents who make an impact on like superintendent; I left knowing nation to help students and provide others through clubs, sports, and Dr. Mierezejewki is both of these. them with the best opportunities activities are successful. Further- However, I also learned our school possible. According to Dr. Mierze- more, her previous position has has secured a capable and person- jewski, she has received a warm wel- given her the insight to know fail- able leader who hopes to better come, which has helped her adjust ure should be expected, and the SV’s environment and grant stu- to SV. She is eager to learn about importance of failure is learning dents opportunities to fulfil their the school, set goals, and ensure all from our mistakes and trying potential. In fact, she even offered initiatives are carried out. again. These mistakes and experi- to help me with my chemistry Dr. Mierzejewski’s philoso- ences help us evolve, which leads homework. phy on learning is truly an inspira- to her next piece of advice, “be tion; she believes everyone finds yourself.” A leader calls for an Page 4

Meet the 2017 Homecoming Court! Hallie Jacobs, ‘18

Kasey Bubel lives in the outskirts of Leesport with her parents, Tricia and Jim Bubel, along with her older brother, Zach. She loves to participate in NHS, LEO Club, PYEA, Panther Elite Club, Zen Club, Field Hockey, Track and Field, SV Ambassador program, Student Senate, Basketball, and as an 8th grade camp counselor. Kasey had the honor of being named All County Pole Vault in 2016, All Divi- sion Pole Vault, also in 2016, and All Division Field Hockey in 2016. She does the Autism Awareness Walk every year and walks for Team Jett, her cousin. She has also helped her mom in the Real Estate business since she was very young so, “if you’re looking to buy/sell your house, call Trish Bubel.” One of the best memories Kasey had at SV was “when I was in 8th grade and our football team beat Berks Catholic at their home field and we all stormed onto the field. I did have PANTHERS written across my forehead for those of you who were wondering. Most of my best memories come from standing in the SV Black Pack student section with Hannah Seltzer screaming in my ear.” In her spare time, you can find her with her “squad eating on Penn Avenue or at the newest local ice cream shop, Plum Creek Creamery.” Other than that, she is usually in her bed or at the gym enjoying what little free time she has. She would like to be Homecoming Queen because she wants to show everyone you can wear sweatpants 99% of your life and still be a Queen. Her biggest accomplishment was winning the SV Field Hockey’s 4th Annual ABC Scavenger Hunt for 2 years in a row. Her second biggest accomplishment would be winning the County Championship in Pole Vault as a Sophomore. Her future plans are to go to college and play field hockey.

Chloe Dracha lives with her parents, Kirk and Daphne Dracha, her twin brother Max, her younger sister Tessa, and Goldie the Goldfish in Dauberville. Throughout her four years in high school, she has participated in Chorus, LEO Club, PYEA, Special Olympics, Student Ambassador program, Varsity volleyball, the Ophelia Project, Future Medical Leaders of America, and Student Council as an Officer and President. She loves to volunteer at soup kitchens, as an 8th grade camp counselor, and in Mrs. Reimert’s second grade classroom. Her favorite memory at SV is when Mr. Kissinger trucked Mrs. Musket in the Faculty Mad- ness basketball game. When she has a free moment, Chloe enjoys hanging out with friends, playing volleyball, and sitting on the beach taking in the golden rays. She prides herself on being honest and upfront with people and making use of her excellent communication skills. Chloe believes her extreme school spirit and heavy involvement within the school district makes her the perfect Homecoming Queen. Her biggest role model is her Mimi who is the most open-minded person she knows. Her Mimi makes her realize that there is so much in life to experience and to never take a day for granted. Chloe plans to attend a 4 year university to obtain a Bachelor’s in nursing and eventually continue her education to become a Physician's assistant.

Morgan Fox resides with her parents, Shelly and Chip Fox. When asked if she had any siblings, she replied, “Do my three cats count?” She loves Shakespeare (I and II) because “something about Mr.Mogford reading Shakespeare to me for 42 minutes every other day is just good for the soul.” Throughout her time at SV, she has been involved with Chorus, varsity volleyball, PYEA, LEO club, and Zen club. Morgan enjoys volunteering with her mom through Meals on Wheels where they grocery shop for people who are either sick or unable to do it themselves. Her favorite SV memory was winning the first round of districts her sophomore year and then losing her voice from screaming every song they played on the bus the whole way home. She “plays volleyball basically all year round so any spare time she does get is spent eating, sleeping, and trying to still have friends.” Morgan wants to be homecoming queen because she thinks she represents what SV is all about: “working hard, having fun, and looking good while doing it.” She think what sets her apart from the other candidates is being “3 feet shorter than most of them.” Her biggest accomplishment is being named an all-district player for volleyball. She plans to major in Education and mi- nor in English. Morgan also hopes to continue playing volleyball through college. Haley George lives with her parents, Jeremy and Kristin George, and her siblings, Autumn, Dominic, Gracie, Lincoln, and Carson, in Leesport. She participates in girls’ soccer, lacrosse, Panthers-On-Parade, Fall Play, LEO Club, PYEA, Future Medical Leaders of America, and Zen Club. She mostly volunteers through school clubs, though she also volunteers as an eighth grade camp counselor. Through Leo Club, she helps make sandwiches at the Lions Club, run events at relay for life, and help with the color run. Through PYEA, she runs the holiday shop, babysits during PTO meetings, and helps make posters for other charities. This year in FMLA, she is working with Mrs. Musket to start her own donation drive for mothers in need. Her favorite SV memory is Mary trying to figure out how to “melt” through the hole in the platform in the Wizard of Oz musical. In her free time, Haley enjoys “tackling on art projects, playing the violin, singing, modeling, babysitting her siblings, sleeping, and eating… a lot. All when I actually have a few minutes to spare.” Haley would like to be Homecoming Queen because “attending SV has helped me grow through acting, athletics, and education. I feel that I have given back to the school community through my one million activities I am apart of.” Haley believes her biggest accomplishment has “been having the ability to push myself through everything I tackle, even if I am not the best at it, managing to deal with my crazy teammates, and somehow keeping all my friends.” She hopes to attend college for a Neonatal Nursing or Doc- toral degree and hopefully have a big, crazy family, like hers, someday.

Alyssa Lash has an older sister, Alli Lash, and resides with her parents, Mark and Tara Lash. She actively volunteers in LEO Club, PYEA, WAG, HOSA, and as an 8th grade camp counselor. Her favorite class is anatomy because she enjoys learning about the human anatomy. She is a hardworking starter on the girls’ soccer team and proudly attends BCTC for Dental Occupations to get ahead in her career. Alyssa is overjoyed to be Captain for the soccer team and the HOSA Treasurer. She loves looking back on the time Coach Bagenstose did a somersault on the sidelines when girls’ soccer tied the district game last year. She enjoys hanging out with her many cats and friends, and playing soccer. Alyssa would love to be homecoming queen because she knows exactly how to get more people involved in the school activities. Her biggest role model is her sister Alli Lash who continues to inspire Alyssa with her determination and work ethic. After graduation, Alyssa plans to attend a 2 year college for dental hygiene.

Mackenzie Homan has an older brother, Zachary, and lives with her parents, Allen and Margaret Homan. To her, there’s only one place where it’s always warm and full of fresh air: The SVHS Greenhouse. Intro to Horticulture is her favorite class because she gets to demonstrate her own ideas and creativity on how to grow veggies, flowers, and more. She has used her time at SV to participate in Literary Magazine as Art Editor, Zen Club as Co-President, Student Council, PYEA, prom committee, and LEO Club. She has also been a SV Ambassador, spanish and math tutor, an eager Talent Show Participant, and an Academic Challenge Team Member. She also takes piano lessons and dances. She has volunteered at a variety of events for school activities and clubs (like Operation An- gel Tree or helping with the Elementary school to name two) , but outside of school, she volunteers at her local dance studio to teach “itty bitty dancers the basics: like ballet barre, combos, and tech- nique.” Mackenzie’s best memory involves cartwheeling. In the beginning of freshman year, she decided to cartwheel through every hallway at SVHS. She finished all the simple hallways mid- junior year, but she had always counted the greenhouse as a separate entity to cartwheel in; she finally cartwheeled in the greenhouse this year! (P.S. she has never gotten caught cartwheeling.) Mackenzie realizes Homecoming Queen is another wonderful opportunity to fundraise and support our school spirit, but beyond that, and she feels very passionate about this question. “I would like to be Homecoming Queen for something I call the ‘High School Musical Feeling’. I worked hard throughout high school and spent some days wondering if high school really was all it seems to be in the movies, but it is the opportunities like Homecoming Queen that make these past four years seem like so much more than graded papers. I finally feel like I am in a heart-touching movie.” It seems that Mackenzie has her entire life planned out as she had this to say about her future, “ I have this thing for wine. I plan to major in Agribuiness at Penn State Main or follow a similar path in Viticul- ture/Enology (study of wine and grapes) at Cornell University. My absolute shiny, glimmering dream is to own my own vineyard and winery.” Autumn Schell, daughter of Stacy Yard and Jeffrey Schell, resides with her mother, stepfather, Brent Yard, and her big furball of a cat, Oreo. Her biggest role model is her mom because “Even though it’s cliché, she has been through so much and still does her best to make me the happiest and safest only child she has ever had.” I want to grow up and give back all she has given and worked so hard for all of these years. She loves to participate in cheerleading, WAG, PYEA, LEO Club, National Honors Society, and Future Caretakers of America. She frequently volunteers at Berks Heim Nursing Home, the Animal Rescue league with WAG, wrestling tournaments, and cheerleading competitions, including youth cheerleading since freshman year. Autumn is im- mensely proud of winning All-American at cheer camp because she has been wishing for the award since 7th grade. Her favorite memories at SV are with the cheerleaders at football games and practices. It only makes sense since her hobby is tumbling. Autumn loves that her name is a season, but she is disappointed that she can never find keychains with her name on them. She knows how to plan energetic and fun events for the student body, which is why she believes that she should be Homecoming Queen. After graduating, Autumn will attend RACC for two years, then move on to a university where she will major in nursing to become a Registered Nurse.

Carissa Trievel resides in Mohrsville with her parents, Scott and Laurie Trievel. She has an older brother, Alec Trievel. She has been involved in Yearbook, Valley Voices, Cho- rus, PYEA, LEO club, NHS, Student Ambassador program, Football managing, Track and field, Volleyball, Basketball, Panthers-On-Parade, and dance for 15 years. Last year, she received the Good Citizenship Award and Student of the Month. Carissa’s passion for animals persuaded her to volunteer at the Animal Rescue League over the summer. Her funniest SV memory was when “Mr. Chillot asked me to retrieve his sunglasses from his room. When he gave me the keys, I looked at him with confusion and pointed out that they were on top of his head.” In her spare time, she finds herself dancing in front of a mirror, acting like she’s in the music video, especially when Britney Spears’ first album plays. She also tries to surround herself with friends and family. She like to scrapbook and decorate anything in her posses- sion. I guess you could say she has an “artsy” thumb. She feels she would be the perfect for for Homecoming Queen because she feels like she would best represent Schuylkill Valley. Homecoming is all about school spirit, and she tries to support all the school activities that take place. As an example, during sporting events, she loves to get the people around her pumped. Usually, you can find her doing her “Trievel dance” on the football field or cheering as loud as she can until she loses her voice at basketball games. Carissa’s future plans are to attend a four year college to major in Biomedical Engineering or Human Resources.

Seniors Olivia Jenkins (left) and Laura Henne (right) working hard to wow everyone with their hallway.

Juniors (from left to right) Eliza Tripp, Elysia Davila, and Molly Wenzel painting away to prepare their hallway. Page 7 Spirit Kings Skylar Renninger ‘20

Donald Ballou David Goad Logan Grauer

Jacob Jerdan Colby Stitcher Luke Williams

It’s that time of year again! David: Smile Train because it What activities are you in- Homecoming is quickly approaching, benefits children born with cleft lips volved in? and I’m here to report on this year’s and palettes which I was born with. Donald: NHS, PYEA, P-O-P, Spirit King candidates. They will be Logan: The Wounded Warrior Pro- Fall Play, Lit Mag, Pantherette, competing in our annual Penny Wars ject because I feel it’s necessary to GSA, Future Medical Leaders, to determine the victor. Here are a give the support to the people who Student Senate, Student Council few questions to help you learn more sacrifice everything for our freedom David: Around the Valley, Presi- about our six candidates - Donald Jacob: Autism Society of Berks dent of Band, Jazz Band, Mog- Ballou, David Goad, Logan Grauer, County because I happen to be per- ford and Sons (school band), Fall Jacob Jerdan, Colby Stichter, and sonally affected by the Autism spec- Play, Soccer, Track and Field Luke Williams - and help you decide trum. Logan: Football, Track and who you want to be Schuylkill Val- Colby: ASPCA (American Society Field, LEO, PYEA, Panthers Elite ley’s 2017 Spirit King. for the Protection of Cruelty to Ani- Jacob: Chorus, Band, Rock mals) because of my love for dogs; Climbing Club What is your charity, and why every animal deserves a caring Colby: Soccer, Track and Field, did you choose it? home. FBLA, NHS, Student Senate, SV Donald: Red Cross to be able to Luke: Robin Hood Foundation to Ambassadors, Ski and Snow- help funds with Hurricane Harvey help the poor board Club, Class Officer and Irma. Luke: Football, Track + Field What is your favorite part week, and create and work on ac- Anything else you’d like to say about attending SV? tivities that benefit the school and to the student body? Donald: The student body is super increase participation and unity. Donald: I don’t like the idea that warm and welcoming! David: I donated one of my kid- my school colors won’t be red and David: The school colors really neys to Schuylkillius Vallenius, the black soon… Every other color compliment my wardrobe and patron Saint of Schuylkill Valley. combination just doesn’t seem as vaguely goth demeanor. Logan: I show school spirit by cool. Logan: May favorite part about at- supporting my fellow classmates by David: I tried so hard to get so far, tending SV is socializing with all the going to sporting events through- but in the end it didn’t even matter. wonderful and intelligent people. out the year and participating in Logan: Stay classy SV and when Jacob: creating art Football and Track. there is nothing going right, go left. Colby: My favorite part about SV Jacob: I am enthusiastic about SV Jacob: Thanks for considering me would be the small community. I in general! for this year’s Spirit King. love the fact that I can walk through Colby: I try to attend as many Colby: Be a part of the SV commu- the halls and know almost every- sporting events as I can. I also try nity. Don’t waste your high school body. to show as much school spirit as I years. Luke: It is a close community, eve- can through athletics and repre- Luke: Watch out for the bears!!! ryone can put a face on a name. senting my school. In what ways do you show Luke: Going to sporting events, school spirit? always reppin’ black and red #SV Donald: I participate in numerous #Panthers school clubs and functions, spirit

Meet Miss Harle Gabrielle Rider ‘20

What were your previous occu- Favorite sport? pations? Field hockey I received a teaching job If you could travel anywhere right out of college. I taught for a where would you go? few years and then left teaching. I Greece, I have traveled a lot, was an artist who worked out of a but never there ceramic studio before getting this Do you enjoy working here? job. Yes. After teaching in an What did you want to be grow- inner city school, this is a breathe of ing up? fresh air. Students are courteous, I wanted to be a nurse. kind, and attentive. What kind(s) of music do you If you were not teaching, what listen to? would you be doing right now? Almost anything We had the pleasure of inter- If you had three wishes what I would be working in my viewing the one and only Miss Harle, would they be? studio at home. the new art teacher. As most of us 1. My kids to grow up and How do you spend your free know, Mrs. Braun has retired, leav- be healthy time? ing big shoes to fill, but Ms. Harle is 2. Continue to be able to I spend time with family, ready to step up. We sat down with travel and pursue philan- traveling, hunting, kayaking, hiking, Ms. Harle to ask her some questions. thropic endeavors (trips to and jogging. Haiti, Apparent Project, One When did you open your stu- Why do you want to be a art Million Bones Project, dio? teacher? Laney's Legacy of Hope) 2005 I went to SV, and Mrs. Braun 3. To be able to live where What do you hope to accom- became a mentor to me. She told me I am currently living as long plish this school year? it was hard to sell your artwork, so I as possible I hope to rewrite curriculum decided to go for art education. Favorite high school memory? for all 10 classes and produce a ce- What is your favorite color? The whole week of home- ramics curriculum within the next Purple coming few years.

S New and Improved V Visitors’ bleachers All weather track Jumping areas Artificial turf field Utility setup for future Fencing around field field house and exterior Throwing areas Scoreboard LED lighting (first in Ticket booth county)

Construction company: The General Contractors of Grace Industries

Fundraising

2014 Yeshulas Color Run - $3,360 Yearly golf outings Run4Sam - donation $5,000 Caitlin Bendigo cupcake sales - $1,500 SV Youth Football & Cheer - $1,000 SV Boosters - $1,000 SV Youth Soccer - $1,000 Brick Pavers $25-30,000 PPSC t-shirts

The Panther Pride Stadium Committee (PPSC) is an independent, non-profit organi- zation created and administered by a board of community volunteers.

Cost: Over $2 million

When is the stadium expected to be finished? How old was the cinder track? Problems or delays in construction? 57 years - built in 1960 September 30th was the original date, but due to rain and thunderstorms, there was a 2 week delay as well How long was the idea of a stadium renovation as a drainage issue. around, and when did the fundraising start? 1999 - redid grass and cinder track Were there any difficulties or interferences with 3 years ago the Stadium Committee formed and more the approval and start of construction? advocacy began. There was the decision to start before or after graduation which concluded to waiting until after. Do you believe the stadium will have an impact on Because of Lake Ontelaunee, more permitting for the teams and spectators? construction was necessary. “I hope it brings more excitement and pride. The sta- Interview with our Athletic Director, dium is used for community fitness, games, practices, Ms. Deibler and events.” Reiley Bagenstose ‘20 Page 10 30 Tips for Upcoming Freshies

Hey freshmen! Welcome to the Plus, it’s just really unneces- Some work out. Some don’t. high school. Here are some tips sary. Don’t stress over them, and to help you assimilate into your 10. Join clubs. It will open definitely don’t drop friends new school. Have a great year! you up to a bunch of opportu- for them. 1. Stay on the right side nities that you wouldn’t nor- 21. Rumors spread fast. of the hallway. Don’t walk mally have. It also gives you a Let's be real here: we go to a with 5 people all side to side. chance to make new friends. fairly small school where ru- Take one for the team, and 11. Do extra credit. If you mors and gossip spread like walk behind your friends; it's are given the opportunity, the flu, so don’t start em’ and just easier for everyone. don’t take it for granted; you'll don’t spread em’. 2. Try your hardest. Do be glad you did it later. 22. Get a tutor. Honestly, your homework and study for 12. Don’t be afraid to try it's a lot more embarrassing tests; it really makes a differ- new things. It could just pos- to be failing a class than get- ence. sibly lead you in a whole new ting a tutor and admitting you 3. Don't be afraid of the direction. need some help. upperclassmen. They’re 13. Don’t procrastinate- 23. Don’t waste your people just like you… but Just don’t. It makes your life study halls. If you are one of more tired. 1000000x harder. the lucky people to be blessed 4. Don’t over-stress. One 14. Remember to breathe. with multiple study halls per bad test grade won’t ruin your Freshman year is hard, so just cycle, don’t waste them. Use life, nor will a bad quarterly remember to breathe; you’ll them to study and do home- grade. It’ll all turn out fine at get through it. work, so you have less to do at the end of the year, providing 15. Talk to your teachers. home, and with that said… that you follow step #2. They are there for you. If you 24. Don’t wait to do your 5. Don’t be a gym class are having a problem with homework or a project die-hard. I'm not saying to someone or something, find a the period before that stand in the back and twiddle teacher you’re close with and class. You’re never going to your thumbs, but, seriously, if talk to them about it. get it done in enough time to your team loses a round of 16. Be prepared for get a good grade. Just man kickball, it's not the end of the change. High school is ex- up, and do your homework world. tremely different from middle at home. 6. No one cares what you school, so don’t be afraid of 25. Avoid the “everything” wear. If you wear the same change. jeans two days in a row or 17. Don’t be afraid to have SV Fall Drama Presents sweatpants for a week fun. Dress up for spirit week straight, no one cares, so and cheer loudly at football don’t stress over clothing. games. Enjoy yourself. The 39 Steps 7. Don’t get caught up in 18. Read the handbook. I drama. If you see drama know it sounds stupid and Saturday, November 18th, brewing within your group of nerdy, but make sure you friends, I highly suggest you know all the rules because 2017 at 7p.m. stay far, far away and avoid it “well, I didn’t know that was a Tickets are $10 at all costs until it blows over. rule” won’t really work any- 8. Don’t be afraid to ask more. Open dress: for help. Teachers are there 19. Be prepared. Everybody Friday, No- to help you; that's literally hates that person who comes their job, so make the most of into class everyday and asks vember 17th having them there for you. for a pencil. Don’t be that per- 9. Don’t do drugs. You will son. (Donations get caught, and it will be put 20. Relationships. Breakups welcome) on your permanent record. are not the end of the world. folder at all costs. You Page 10 know that folder: the one that Susquehanna Summer gets all the papers you don’t care about shoved in it. Writer’s Workshop Ellen Robinson ‘18 Yeah… don’t have one of those, but while we’re on the This July, I had the oppor- hall. We shared pizza and read topic… tunity to attend Susquehanna Uni- pieces we had been working on for 26. Stay organized at all versity’s Summer Writer’s Work- Saturday. On Saturday, family was costs. Take time once a week shop. The week-long program was invited for a brunch and a reading. to organize your binders, and one of the best and most memora- Everyone was broken into small put all the papers in the rings ble experiences of my life. In just a groups to read. We read five min- instead of the pockets. As week, I wrote 12 poems, made a utes of material, and afterwards, nerdy as it sounds, try your small book of them, befriended a everyone rejoined in the lobby to absolute hardest to date all of French teenager, made 3 good say goodbye. My hardest goodbye friends, gained a circle of fellow was to the workshop director. your papers. You’ll thank me writers, heard amazing poetry and So, where do the trash pon- when quarter exams come fiction, formed a relationship with chos and French people fit in? around. college professors, wore a trash Well, one night, it was pouring, so 27. Make good choices. poncho, had two pizza parties, and my friends and I got trash bags Before you do something, read my poetry in front of a small from the cafeteria workers to walk think about how you would audience. If it sounds like a wild across campus without getting feel about that decision in two week, that's because it completely soaked. It worked very well. An- weeks, then two months, then was. other day, the workshop director two years. If you feel bad The camp ran from Sunday, asked me if I would invite the thinking about any of them, July 9 to Saturday, July 15. On Sun- French student living with her to then I suggest not doing day, all the members were checked sit at lunch with us. She wanted whatever that thing is. in and welcomed to campus. I him to make friends that spoke 28. Be nice to new people. stayed in a suite with three other English (and were his age). Put yourself in their shoes. girls. We were all the opposite of It was a crazy week, but I Help them navigate around each other, but quickly became learned a lot about poetry and the school, and make some friends. Monday through Friday, I writing and made a lot of memo- new friends of their own; It had seven hours of class each day, ries (and you would too). I also got will probably really make a some hours spent by the river writ- a pretty cool “free” t-shirt. An an- difference for that person. ing and others spent doing work- thology of works from the work- 29. Don’t yell or be ob- shops. I then had free time before shop is being published in Octo- noxious in the hallways. dinner and a reading. All of the ber. All that will do is get you in writing professors and student as- Now, this did cost money, trouble. sistants read some of their work. but I emailed the director of the 30. It will be over before The last two nights, there were workshop and was able to receive you know it. The most im- readings in basement of my dorm financial help to go. I was also able portant lesson I learned in my to set up a payment plan. Never freshman year was “Carpe underestimate the power of an email. Diem.” It means “seize the If you're considering going, day,” and I highly suggest you I full-heartedly say “please go; you do just that. Don’t take your will not regret it.” I only have one days as a freshman for complaint: it was far too short. granted because it will be More information is avail- gone before you know it. After able on Susquehanna University’s that, you’ve only got three website. Susquehanna also offers more years, so live it up while summer programs in math and you can! science. Penn State offers a program in Journalism. Search online at college websites for other great opportunities that might be hiding right under your nose. Friday Night rivals are, both Jackson Brown their second 42-20 win at Fleet- and Logan Grauer responded wood, marking the beginning of Lights with “Hamburg.” When asked a great season for the team. Tessa Bewley and Emily Hoffert ‘20 how he feels the season will go, This year’s football team, Logan Grauer answered, “I feel coached by Mr. Chillot, started we will show people the talent its season with a 34-6 win that we have as a team and get a against Pequea Valley. The sen- lot more than our one win last iors are Jack Bennett (8), Jack- season.” This goal was already son Brown (22), Logan Grauer accomplished, as the team had (24), Jake Hammond (51), Pat- rick Henshaw (88), Joseph Jar- dine (5), Mason Riegel (13), Luke Williams (28), and Tyler Worrell (1). Wide Receiver Logan Grauer said his expectation for the team is “to make playoffs and win half of their games.” When asked who their biggest

for working their behinds off over Serving Up the summer,” said Emily Gunkel. For The team is looking forward Tennis to cherishing the last season with Samuel Eddinger and Sadie Goad ‘20 Emily and Marisa. The seniors are The 2017 tennis team aims not only going to miss tennis itself, to improve individually and as a but the teammates who they have team. Even with a small roster, the made great bonds with. When tennis squad still gives their all. asked what she likes most about They hope to put up a big fight tennis, Marisa Rex replied, “There's against their close competitors, not one particular as- Tulpehocken and Pottstville. The pect; it's the overall team is led by only two seniors, experience: having fun Marisa Rex and Emily Gunkel, with teammates, play- who have been playing throughout ing the game, the wins, high school. The team’s coaches, and even the losses.” A Steve Davis and Brian Miller, are piece of advice Emily big role models to all the players. Gunkel would like to The coaches encourage other play- leave her fellow under- ers to work hard and be role mod- classmen is to “give the els as well. “My teammates inspire sport and coaches all me, especially Bridgette and Emily you’ve got - no less.” Athlete Profile Bring It On: Without cheering and sup- James Wiley ‘19 Panthers On port, a sporting event would just be Description of typical: “Coach a dull waste of a couple of hours. At doesn’t make it the Prowl times, the crowd does not offer easy on us. We positive or organized pride. This is do as much Noah Grassley and Joseph Jardine ‘20 why the Panthers’ cheer squad, led conditioning as by coach Angela Hohenadel, is the any other sport backbone to SV Athletics. With two out there. We returning seniors, Kailey Rajnath have to have and Christian Flammer, the cheer- the stamina to leading team hopes to keep climb- constantly ing the mountain of success. Kailey cheer for 2-3 hours a night and sees their team returning to states throwing people up in the air is this year with vengeance. ““Our more of a workout than most stunting has greatly improved since think, but the work has paid off so last year and were working on our far.” difficulty, which will help us meet Favorite food: Chicken Shawarma New Oxford and Red Lions diffi- One change he would make about culty,” Miss Rajnath told reporters. Cheer: “I guess I would want the All there is left to say is good luck stigma gone. Cheer is a legitimate to the cheer squad and bring it on! and taxing sport, and I think it deserves more respect to be honest.”

gym under Girls’ Soccer,” said cording to the girls, include their Kickin’ It: Girls’ Soccer Hannah Seltzer. Colette Williams mental toughness, finishing their Preview and Seltzer both agreed that their shots, and communicating on the David Goad and Logan Borkey ‘20 biggest positive as a team is their field. With their strong senior Routinely one of the best ability to work together and remain leadership, the girls should be a teams in Schuylkill Valley, the girls’ close on and off the field. They also hard team to beat. Good luck to soccer team, coached by Jason agreed that keeping a positive atti- the team as they look to make an- Bagenstose, is looking to better tude in tough games is a major key other deep run in the playoffs. themselves this year. Led by seniors to a successful season. Areas that Halee Peters, Hannah Seltzer, Kaelan could use some improvement, ac- Cronan, Fiona Murphy, Alyssa Lash, Haley George, Colette Williams, and Hallie Jacobs, they hope to build on their playoff run from last year, where they suffered a heartbreaking loss in the district semifinals. When asked, everyone agreed that their game against Fleetwood is the most important game of the season. The team is hoping to win the division as well as make it to states. “I really want to win the division title and see this year on the banner in the Cross Country my teammates. As a team, we want ning to a pumpkin farm and carry- to make it to Districts, and to pack ing it back to the school and deco- Jordan Francis and Luke Ammarell more in our races.” When asked rating it and taking it to Counties. The cross country team, why he runs, Evan said, “I run for Areas for improvement: Running coached by Allyson McKechnie, the atmosphere of the team. You faster on hills. hopes to have a season to remem- bond so much as runners because Favorite food: Beef jerky ber this year. The team, led by sen- you talk to get your mind off of run- Favorite song: Californiacation - iors Delanie Heck-Hoppes, Benja- ning. The team is family.” The cross Red Hot Chili Peppers min Reisenweaver, Kyle Living- country boys and girls are looking Future hopes in sport: To make it house, Noah Romig, and Roman to have an explosive season and to states Searle, are looking to build on last cross the finish as fast years 5-2 record. The girls’ team is as the wind. looking to establish momentum that can take them to the season’s Graham Haupt finish line, led by senior Sarah Ma- Why do you play your ciejewski. The girls’ team is going sport? I do this because to try to build on last season with running is a hobby of five upperclassmen. When asked mine and running com- about his goals and his team’s petitively is something goals, senior Evan Camlin re- I am good at. sponded, “I plan on trying to run Favorite memories: My to the best of my ability to push favorite memory is run-

Boy’s Soccer County Champions, Oley Valley, problem.” With the many new along with Fleetwood and Ham- freshmen and new faces in the Family burg both of which also had good line-up, this team should only get seasons last year. better as the season rolls along. Sydney Campbell and Kellyn McGinely When asked how their sea- Good luck to all the boys this sea- The boys’ soccer team, son will compare to last season, son. coached by AJ Cronrath, is looking senior David Goad responded, “We to improve their record from last have the potential to get better and Athletic Profile season. Leading the team to a hopefully improve our record from Brian Porter ‘20 hopefully better season are sen- last season.” Next, when asked Why do you play soccer?- It’s fun iors: Colby Stichter, David Goad, what the team is doing to make this with fun teammates Conner Becker, Nick Sager, Zach season better than last, David’s re- Favorite memories- Shady Maple Bruchez, sponse was “to get rid of our old Areas for improvement and Alex techniques that didn’t work and we (individual)- First touch Mercado. changed what we do at practice to Favorite food- Mozzarella sticks The boys make it fit our game play.” Colby Favorite song- No Option, Post are in a Stichter also had positive things to Malone t o u g h say about the team: “Our team has Future hopes in division a great sense of camaraderie. We sport- Either play with de- are constantly together and having soccer in college f e n d i n g a good time. I feel like getting along or run track B e r k s on and off the field will not be a The Golf Kadin shot a 47 for a 140. For the rest of the team who didn’t qualify, Squad Clayton Spencer and Carson Himmelberger both shot a 98, Dal- Kadin Hohenadel ‘18, ton Geiger shot a 102, Joe Quigley Jackson Brown ’18 & Max Dracha ‘18 and Zach Beavens both shot a 109, Last year, the golf and Thomas Becker shot a 115. Al- team, coached by Bruce Roth, was though the whole team won’t be a successful team having an 11-4 going to districts Jack will continue record. This year still coached by his season as he qualified for the Roth, the golf team had another district individual tournament at great season. The three seniors, Briarwood Golf Club. Carson Himmelberger, Kadin The team worked so hard to Hohenadel, and Zachary Bevans, try to repeat what they did last year plus the 6 underclassmen Jack Ly- and they achieved it. “I think every- nam, Clayton Spencer, Joseph one had a lot of fun Quigley, Dalton Gieger, Thomas last year at team Becker and Luke Joswiak took the counties, we wanted team to a 9-5-1 record and a berth to do it again. It was- into team counties which will be n’t easy but we made played on Wednesday, September it and we achieved 27 at Blackwood Golf Course. our goal and we had The team put up a fight at another fun and Blackwood but wasn’t able to beat amazing time to- Brandywine to qualify for districts. gether at counties. I For the individual tournament couldn’t of asked for Jack (82) and Kadin (93) both a better season, a qualified for the second round of better team and a counties. For the second round better coach,” said everyone that qualified played an- Kadin on his opinion other nine holes. Jack shot a 40 on of the season. the nine for a total of 122 and

include Berks Catholic and Hamburg Field Hockey which is also Senior Night. The future Clayton Spencer and James Wiley is bright for the SV Field Hockey team. Coming from a strong season Best of luck girls! last year, the field hockey team, coached by Jess Dowd, looks to build on their previous success. This year’s seniors are Kasey Bubel and Ann Civil. When asked about her expecta- tions for the season, Kasey Bubel responded, “To be division champs this year despite having a smaller team.” Last year, the team finished 10-0 in their league games and 17-4 overall. With every new season comes new things to improve on. When questioned about areas of improvement, Kasey Bubel stated, “Defense and just improving overall effort.” Some key games for the girls this year Serve’s Up mentioned some keys to beat these Andre Rivera and Javier Hernandez teams and have a Coach Carl Lash successful season: This year’s Schuylkill Val- mental toughness, ley Girls Volleyball team, led by communication, seniors Courtney Blimline, Mor- and team play. A gan Fox, Chloe Dracha, and Carly successful season Mundell, is set to have yet another would mean hav- successful season. They face some ing fun and defeat- tough competition in Berks Catho- ing rivals. Addi- lic, Brandywine, and Fleetwood. tionally, the girls Courtney and Carly men- are striving to tioned rival- make it into the county playoffs and the upper hand, serve, receive, and ries with possibly districts, as stated by better communication. Best of Fleetwood Courtney and Carly. Finally, some luck to this team and we hope they and Berks weaknesses this year’s volleyball surpass all their goals, improve C a t h o l i c . team looks to improve on are not their weaknesses, and continue Also, they giving in when the other team has their winning tradition.

gious services for the citizens. also included working with chil- On A Mission Molly believes that we dren who have special needs at a should help others because we camp called Spruce Lake, in the Summer means lazy, hazy would want the same help our- Poconos. Furthermore, her career days for many of Schuylkill Valley’s selves. She also stated that it makes objective is to become a teacher, students. It’s a time to eat pop- the world a better place while giving perhaps majoring in Special Educa- sicles, binge on Netflix, and per- you a new perspective when you ex- tion. Molly is also very interested in haps sleep until noon, right? Not perience and witness the poverty of pursuing fluency in Spanish. for Junior Molly Wenzel. She com- others. She pointed out that “As In addition to her active pleted her fifth missionary trip this American students, we live in abun- membership with her church and summer! dance, and witnessing nine people maintaining good grades, Molly is On July 11th, Molly and 13 sharing minimal resources is eye- in her 11th year of dance. She cur- others from Glad Tidings Assem- opening and enlightening.” rently dances with Horizons Dance bly of God Church in West Lawn When asked what it felt like Conservatory in Leesport. She has traveled to the Dominican Republic to return from a mission trip to the also participated in POP, and has with the youth ministry. Nine of Dominican Republic, Molly ex- joined Pantherette. She can also be the travelers were students, and plained that when she returns to the found serving up sweets at Candy’s they were accompanied by four United States from a mission trip, in Shoemakersville, where she church leaders, including Scott she gets annoyed by the “first world works. Nagle, who is the youth pastor. It problems” people think they have. was an eight day trip. She explained that seeing real A ccording to Molly, the ob- third world problems, which are jective of the mission was to share much worse, puts everything in their love of God and assist the perspective. people of La Vega. Their many ac- Serving and assisting oth- tivities included painting, doing ers in need has become a priority helpful jobs, and providing reli- for Molly. Her mission trips have stay in a superliner car which was highlight was crossing the Missis- Brock Dalton more spacious than a normal sippi river from Illinois to Indiana. Recently we sat down with sleeper car. Brock also explained At the end of his journey, fellow Pantherette member, Brock that he felt fortunate because they Brock met his mom and sister in Dalton, and learned that he had a passed through the most interest- New York and then proceeded very interesting trip this summer! ing parts of the journey while he home to PA where he spent the Quite the traveler, Brock has vis- was awake, and the least interesting rest of the summer in the water. ited every state of the Eastern Sea- parts during the night. No really, he competes for the board; moreover, he has visited 26 The first leg of Brock’s journey was Kutztown Dolphin Summer Swim of our 50 United States and plans from Emeryville to Chicago, the team and he teaches swimming to visit them all. second was Chicago to Pittsburgh, lessons. An SV honors student, Brock’s journey started and the final leg was from Pitts- Brock Dalton is currently a sopho- when he flew to San Francisco in burgh to New York. They stopped more. When Pantherette asked early June with his grandmother, only to get fresh air or change him if he would have done anywhere they stayed two days. Their trains. thing differently if he were to take itinerary included a visit to Alca- Some of the highlights from this impressive trip again, he re- traz, Chinatown, the Cable Car the journey included meeting the plied that he would have spent a Museum of Knob Hill, and they former president of the Colorado bit more time exploring San Fran- even rode the renowned cable School of Mines. This is one of the cisco. cars. When we asked Brock how most elite engineering schools in he liked San Francisco, he noted the country. Better yet, he offered that his reaction was mixed. The Brock a tour! His wife was interest- city had much to offer, but he ex- ing also, as she has a lineage that plained San Francisco’s allure and has been traced back to the year glamour clashed starkly with the 1000 A.D.! reality and severity of the home- While Brock admits that at less situation. times the train ride could be mo- Next, Brock boarded the notonous, he said the landscape train Emeryville; it is called a Cali- changes were impressive to wit- fornia Zephyr run by Amtrak ness, especially crossing the Sierra Train. This would be the beginning Nevadas, which he called of his five day transcontinental “stunning.” He also said that the journey back to Pennsylvania. He train ride gave him a unique win- went on to explain that they got to dow to the world, and another

Got a sweet tooth? Pantherette has the solution! From Monday October 23rd to Friday October 28th, Tricky Treats will be on sale in all three lunches! For just $1, send you and your friends a bag of yummy chocolate and gummy candy! Who Walks Amongst Us? Page 18 Every day students at SV walk through the doors taking a lot for granted. So many of the students who walk among us definitely take their health for granted. We assume that we should and will feel well. And why not? We are young; we are strong; we don’t have to think about sickness. We bring our books and gym bags to school ready to complain about the endless demands being placed upon us. But two students, Dawson Dissinger and Antonio Kucera, cannot take their health for granted. Pantherette wanted to highlight these courageous spirits and their impacting stories.

Dawson Dissinger Dawson is dealing with a potentially Does the tumor change how you life-threatening brain tumor, but he is think about life? Recently, Pantherette mem- handling it bravely and courageously. It makes me think more about my ber Sandra Goho sat down with SV He agreed to an interview and is very choices and the next steps in my life. freshman, Dawson Dissinger, to talk willing to talk about his health condi- What does the rest of your life about a serious and sensitive matter. tion. look like concerning your tumor? What is the name of your disease I’ll live for a while, but at some point, I ( tumor)? could be paralyzed and in a lot of pain. Poly Cystic Astrocytoma What are your hobbies? How big is the tumor? I like bmxing and pretty much all bik- 7mm by 7mm (that's the size of a ing. I also like running/jogging and grape) stuff like that. Are there any treatments? What do you want to do when you Chemo. However, it is still early, so I are older? am not taking it. The chemo could pos- I was thinking military. No other ca- sibly kill the tumor though. Surgery is reer would fit me. I would be an Infan- impossible because of where the tumor try soldier. Plus, people can get bene- is located. fits from the army: they will pay for How does the tumor affect you college, etc. physically? What is your favorite subject in Well, it is only going to get worse. I am school? going to lose my ability to move my I actually like everything this year, but arms and legs if it is not taken care of. I gotta say I like science with Mr. Heff- Plus, I get never ending headaches. ner. Antonio Kucera he had leukemia, he admits that he rificed too. He has sacrificed family started to fall apart. He thought to and friend time, school time, time to Whitney Tomes ‘20 himself. “Why? Why me?” He be a kid, and time to grow up. I am so What’s it like to have cancer? thought that he was going to die. An- happy that I can call Antonio my What’s it like to wake up every morn- tonio wondered if he would be able friend. He brings happiness with him, ing knowing that a deadly disease to beat this , but he has so far, and he and it's contagious. So next time you lives inside of you? I wouldn’t know shows the rest of us what determina- see Antonio, say hello, and ask him what it feels like because I don’t have tion looks like. how things are going; he is one of us, cancer, but I do know somebody who The doctors have been giving and we need to support this brave does. His name is Antonio. He is a him different treatments and medi- and courageous sophomore. 10th grader here at Schuylkill Valley cines to help. Right now, he is getting High School. To be a little bit more chemotherapy. The doctors also told straight forward, he has leukemia. Antonio that he had a high chance of He found out in 7th grade. survival. Both Antonio and his family Antonio said he began to find are optimistic that they will over- bruises all over his body, so he went come this. to the doctor. He didn’t think too Antonio’s future plans are to much about it, but his parents re- be an entertainer because he loves to ceived a phone call from the doctors make people laugh and smile. His saying Antonio had leukemia and teachers say that he is a joy to have needed to go to the hospital. Antonio in class. didn’t understand why he needed to Some of you may not know go to the hospital because his parents Antonio, but he has a fantastic sense didn’t tell him the news until they of humor. He has gone through so were already on their way to the hos- much, but he still has goals and pital. When Antonio found out that dreams like anyone else. He has sac- QUESTION 1: one, which is a first. Nothing Jake n’ Ally Dear Jake n’ Ally, can be fixed if you don’t com- I need advice on how to get a bet- municate. Try talking with your Hello, everybody! We’re Jake n’ Ally, ter grade in gym. I know it’s only gym teacher about the situation and from now on, we’ll be writing our September, but I already have a and why it bothers you. I’m sure very own advice column in the Pan- C+ in that class. It’s not even my it’s not because the gym teacher therette. For starters, here are some fault! I bring my uniform every doesn’t like you. While it is hard guidelines to follow when submitting gym day and in the locker room, I to compete with all the other questions: make sure to throw away my gum, athletic students in your class,  Questions should be appro- put my hair up in a ponytail, and be in mind that maybe you are priate in length (save those giant tie my shoelaces. I actually do the missing the big picture. Maybe paragraphs for your English es- warm ups, compared to other peo- you are completing the warm says). ple in my class. I also try to par- ups, but maybe you are doing  All questions should be ticipate in gym as much as I can: I them incorrectly. Instead of anonymous. Any questions with run; I catch and pass the ball, -and worrying about your grade so names will be discarded. Also, if I also help carry supplies back to much, worry about playing the you are asking for advice on a the gym if we play outside. I am game right so you can finally particular person, please do not trying so hard to please my gym impress your teacher. Keep put- mention their real name. If you teacher, but I still get bad grades. ting effort into all that you do in must say a name, use a fake What should I do? gym, and I promise you that it name. - Stressed Out Sophie will go a long way. Remember, it’s okay to get a bad grade once  Questions may be dropped off Dear Stressed Out Sophie, in awhile. Getting the grades to Mrs. Barrett (Room F209) per- Wow, you’ve got quite the you don’t hope for will push you sonally at any time. They may situation. Fortunately for you, it is to try harder and will help you also be placed in the envelope not uncommon. High school gym to learn from your mistakes. outside of her room. teachers are a little harder on stu- Give it some time, and I prom-  All submitters will be kept dents than the middle school gym ise you’ll do fine. anonymous. Mrs. Barrett will be teachers (if you haven’t noticed). - Jake the only one who knows the iden- The reason for that is because they tity of the submitter, if you give it want to prepare you by pushing you to her personally, of course. Even What are freshmen to create habits that benefit a we are not told. healthy body (Ex. running the mile most excited for  Questions should not be of an and push ups; basically anything throughout their inappropriate nature (i.e. no that you dread in gym class). swearing, inappropriate content, They’re not doing it for themselves. high school career? etc.) They do it for you, and I know that Stephanie Brumbach ‘20  We will do our best to answer sometimes the gym teacher isn’t Anthony Ferretti- Graduation all questions we receive. How- looking your way when you score a Zach Heffner- Graduation ever, there is no guarantee that all goal, but that doesn’t mean you Cole Harris- Graduation will be able to be answered. should stop trying. As the year pro- Ruchama Catul- “Picking our  Submissions will be more fun gresses, I’m sure that your gym own extracurriculars and if you sign it with a creative teacher, whoever that may be, will name! (i.e. Confused Carl, Debby begin to notice your efforts in gym prom.” Downer, etc.) class. If they don’t, try communi- Cloey Flemming- Graduation  Oh, and our true identities cating with your gym teacher: ask Kaitlynn Fell- “New teachers will be kept secret, too. It makes he/she why you are still being de- and new experiences.” it more fun that way. Other than ducted points, so that you know Addison Angstadt: the clubs that, everything is fair game! Feel what he/she expects from you for Ryan Szymczyk: the sports free to ask us questions about next class. In other words, work anything regarding school, with, not against, him/her. I hope Isabella Romig: more sophis- friends, teachers, family, and any- this helps! ticated courses and becoming thing else you’d want advice on! - Ally a camp counselor Enjoy, and we hope to hear from Lily Dang: a lot of activities you soon! Dear Stressed Out Sophie, with art and drawing I agree with Ally on this Donald Ballou ‘18 about her treatment under Sebert V. Gottwald Kemosabe Records. The hashtag #freeKesha started trending on several different social media web- The one and only Kesha re- communications between him and sites. In 2014, Kesha checked her- leased a brand new album on Au- Kesha. Dr. Luke supposedly told self into a rehab facility in Chicago gust 11, her first album in five years. Kesha he owned her, per the con- in an attempt to end her eating Why so long of a wait? Kesha and tract that she signed with him and disorder. Once she was released, her mother have been in a dramatic his company that stated she had to Kesha filed a lawsuit against Dr. case against her producer, Lukasz release six albums before the con- Luke. Sebastian Gottwald, or Dr. Luke, tract could end. He told her she On October 14, 2014, Ke- since 2014. had 24 hours to fire her lawyer sha filed a lawsuit claiming Dr. Dr. Luke is a very successful and manager and to come back to Luke raped her, threatened her music producer under Sony Re- him, and Kesha fearfully obeyed. safety, psychologically and emo- cords. He is CEO of his own branch Both her first two albums tionally abused her, and caused under Sony, called Kemosabe Re- were produced with Dr. Luke, who Kesha to have “severe depression, cords. He heard Kesha’s demos she helped to establish her “party girl” post-traumatic stress, social isola- made with her mother, Pebe Sebert, image. When they started working tion, and panic attacks.” Instead of and convinced Kesha to move from on her second album, Warrior, filing for criminal charges, Kesha Nashville to Los Angeles in Septem- Kesha wanted to explore other asked for her contract with Dr. ber, 2005. A month later, Kesha music avenues. Dr. Luke de- Luke to be terminated, stating his and Dr. Luke attended a birthday manded she stick to the image he mistreatment of her was a breach party together. During that party, made for her and verbally chas- of contract anyway. Kesha accuses Dr. Luke of drugging tised and even threatened her The same day Kesha filed her with GHD, a date-rape drug, physical safety throughout the her case, Dr. Luke filed a counter- and taking her back to his apart- making of the album. Kesha and suit, denying all allegations ment where he sexually assaulted her mother claim that Dr. Luke against him and accusing Kesha, her while she was unconscious. has always been verbally abusive her mother, and her lawyer of de- Keeping quiet and only tell- to her, especially about her body. stroying his reputation. He ing her mother of the incident, Ke- Instances have been accounted claimed that Kesha’s lawsuit was a sha continued to work with Dr. where Dr. Luke has referred to Ke- ploy to hurt him and break away Luke. She attempted to find an- sha as a “refrigerator,” and told from her contract earlier than al- other company to produce with and her she wasn’t fit enough to be a lowed. Dr. Luke separately sued started working with David Sonen- pop star. Kesha, who has previ- Sebert for defamation, so she can- berg of DAS Communications. ously admitted to being bulimic, not argue that he has no power David Sonenberg is allegedly the said that Dr. Luke’s constant com- over her in Tennessee. Sebert only other person besides her ments of her physical appearance countersued him for giving her mother who Kesha told about Dr. almost drove her to suicide. In PTSD from dealing with the stress Luke’s actions at the birthday party. 2012, during the making of War- of what he’s done to her daughter. Once Dr. Luke found out Kesha was rior, Dr. Luke allegedly backed Kesha added Sony music to her working with another manager, he Kesha into a corner and screamed lawsuit with Dr. Luke. The judge contacted Sonenberg and ended at her for refusing to sing lyrics presiding over the case in Califor- that were slander- nia ordered it to be frozen and ing to people with moved to New York, since the con- certain body types. tract between Kesha and Dr. Luke Kesha was so states all legal matters should be frightened that she settled in the city. ran down a high- Once in New York, Kesha way barefoot and asked the judge to give her imme- went into hiding diate freedom to make and release until her manager music without Dr. Luke or Sony came to get her. being in charge of her. The judge With the denied Kesha’s plea, stating that release of Warrior, her career is in no immediate dan- many Kesha fans ger if she has to release music un- began to speak out der Dr. Luke and Sony. Sony offered to let Kesha produce music without Dr. Luke’s direct involvement, but Ke- Congratulations to Alexis sha and her team called it an “illusory promise.” Szymczk and Jay Poland! On February 22nd, 2016, Dr. Luke finally went Alexis’s essays, “My public with his opinion on the case. He tweeted Kesha and her mother are moti- Heart Beats Along” and vated by money, and that he treated Kesha like a little “Music Speaks,” won sister. Sony felt pressured to release Kesha, but unfortu- runner up in the New nately, a representative of the company admitted that York Time’s Summer it cannot legally help terminate the Marina and the Diamonds, contract and release Kesha. Taylor Swift, and most nota- Reading Contest. Jay During April 2016, most of Kesha’s bly, Lady Gaga, who directly claims of abuse are thrown out, met and talked with Kesha and won runner up for his mostly because Kesha and her who may appear in Dr. Luke’s mother testified in 2010 that Dr. defamation case against Kesha essay “A Transgender Luke hadn’t, in fact, sexually as- due to text messages ex- saulted her. They were asked to changed back and forth be- testify in a case that severed ties tween the two female pop Learning Gap in the between Kesha and David Sonen- stars. berg of DAS Communications. Ke- There have been opin- Emergency Room” and sha claims that Dr. Luke threat- ions voiced on Dr. Luke, as ened her career and her and her well. Interestingly enough, al- honorable mention for family’s safety if she didn’t lie on most all opinions of the pro- the stand. ducer have been negative, “Trump Forbids Military From January to June of coming from people who have 2017, Kesha and Dr. Luke’s many had professional interaction Service by Transgender lawsuits against each other were with him. Seemingly only in either dismissed or dropped, ex- personal relationships, not in- People” in the NYT con- cept for Kesha’s case in New York volving his music production, to be released from her contract. has anyone come out in sup- test as well. On July 6, Kesha dropped her first port of Dr. Luke. solo song since 2012, titled Many people see Ke- “Praying.” This song seems to di- sha’s struggles as a break- rectly nod to Kesha’s ongoing through for misogyny and sex- situation, and opens the door into ual harassment of women in Also, congratulations to how she feels about where she is in the music industry. Others life. On August 11, Kesha dropped look at the case as simply a dy- Pantherette’s own her newest album, Rainbow. This ing artist’s last cry for fame album had no direct influence and a possible resurrection of Layomi Adeojo and Reiley from Dr. Luke and it is very no- her career. Either way, Kesha ticeably different from her past and Dr. Luke’s legal struggles Bagenstose for writing in two albums. Though Kesha’s new are far from over. With Kesha’s music isn’t scrutinized by Dr. new album debuting on ITunes Luke, there has been speculation at #1 in less than one week, Reading Eagle’s Voices. that Dr. Luke has made profit though, it seems evident that from her album’s sales. people are connecting with Ke- Look for their writing on Various celebrities have sha’s new sound far more than voiced their support for Kesha, they have with Dr. Luke’s cre- Tuesdays. including Lorde, Kelly Clarkson, ated image. West Reading Kung Fu Club Eliud Kipchoge: The Quest Love and Hate to Break 2 Mike Shott ‘18 Julia Craft ‘20 “Love is a cement, and Have you ever seen an old Brenden Livinghouse ‘19 Hate is a glue.” - Anony- Bruce Lee movie and thought, “Man, I After teaming up with Nike mous SV Student 2017-18 wish I could learn some moves like back in May, Eliud Kipchoge of Kenya, that.” If so, I’ve got good news for you: one of the world’s best marathon run- This quote has a lot You can! ners, took another attempt at breaking The martial art that Bruce Lee the seemingly impossible 2 hour of relevance, especially with the hurricanes that was formally trained in, Wing Chun, is marathon barrier at the Berlin Mara- struck Florida, Texas, and a centuries-old fighting style originat- thon. Puerto Rico, the mass ing in Southern China. He studied in The Breaking2 initiative shooting in Las Vegas, and Hong Kong under the tutelage of Yip started in May of 2016 when Nike even in the comparably un- Man, often credited as the first person teamed up with the world’s best run- to teach Wing Chun to members of the ners to answer one question: Can a eventful lives of everyday people. This quote can public. Since then, thanks to the efforts human being run a marathon in under maintain some form of of Lee and other practitioners, the art 2 hours? In order to do this, Eliud meaning in any walk of life. has flourished worldwide. It’s even would have to run each mile in 4:34. Love will be the cement made its way to Berks County. After a year of training, three runners, that holds this country to- The West Reading Kung Fu Zersenay Tadese of Eritrea, Lelisa De- gether: it will support the Club, run by sisa of Ethiopia, and Kipchoge, made Sifu David their attempts to break 2. Monza, Italy hurricane survivors and shelter our hearts and Statler, offers was chosen as their racing location minds from fear that is try- instruction in because of its cool temperature, low ing to slither its way in. Wing Chun as winds, and closeness to sea level. They Love will be the shield of well as T’ai had to wait for the perfect day at the the helpless and the bond Chi right time of year. On Saturday, May Ch’uan. Sifu 6, 2017 at 5:45 a.m., the marathon be- that never leaves you. It will hold the world to- David still trains under Sifu Randy gan. The runners were guided through gether so it doesn’t fall Koller of Eastern Arts & Holistic Health their marathon with the help of a pace apart at the seams. Hate Academy and is currently a Level 6 car sporting a laser that displayed the will be the enemy that is Black Sash. If you attend lessons, ex- projected pace and time. After just hidden at the forefront of pect to see a variety of people: young & over 2 hours, the marathon ended and the mind and allows fear to old, new & experienced, large & small. the results were in. Kipchoge finished Sifu David, along with Sifu Ron Elliot, with a time of 2:00:25. He ran 2:32 slither in. It will be the bond that can hold for tailor the classes to be understandable faster than the current world record hours on end, but eventu- and accessible by all who attend. (this could not count toward an offi- ally be reheated and stuck I’ve been part of the club since cial world record because it was not in another place at a differ- the spring, and I can say that the bene- run on an official marathon course). ent time. Love and Hate fits of practicing Kung Fu go far beyond He also ran 2:40 better than his own fighting. T’ai Chi is widely regarded as personal best of 2:03:05 (Nike.com). will be constant opposites that appear in any walk of one of the best health practices in the After the run, Kipchoge was happy life. This is in honor of all world, and the discipline and dedica- with the result of the race and was our past ancestors, our tion cultivated by training can help you looking forward to the Berlin Mara- present selves, and our in almost every aspect of your life. thon. future lives and children's Grace of movement and peace of mind In Berlin on September 24, lives. are only two of many possible benefits 2017, Eliud Kipchoge showed up not that you can reap through practice. just to run, but to make another at- Classes are held at Dragonfly tempt at breaking 2 hours. Kipchoge Studios in West Reading on Tuesday, ran and won the Berlin Marathon with Thursday, and every first Friday night a time of 2:03:32. Even though he has at 8pm. The West Reading Kung Fu not broken 2 hours yet, Eliud Kip- Club always welcomes new members: choge will likely be the one to break 2. in fact, we encourage them. Hope to see you out there! Something to Ponder: Are High School Movies Determining Our Perception of High School?

Hi, I’m Emily Zaharia and talking giant round glasses, millions of for a couple weeks, I thought it was from now on, I’ll be writing an article freckles, a going to be unpleasant experience… every edition titled Something to Pon- forest of but it’s not that bad. All my teachers der. These articles will consist of my wires in his are extremely kind. My classes are thoughts, as well as other students’ smile, and a enjoyable most of the time and not thoughts on subjects that are not of- shirt tucked too far away (besides, I need the ten discussed. (I will include a in his belt walk). My friends are there to keep “reader’s question” that will be lo- that hangs me “alive.” Like I’ve said, it’s not that cated toward the bottom of the issue higher than bad. and will be italicized. I will also in- his waist. I So what’s your opinion? Do clude questions for students that I know, stereo- you think that high school movies interview; These questions will be un- t y p i c a l create a developing fear in young derlined). This edition’s topic ques- much? Well, teenagers? Do you think that these tion is: Are High School Movies De- that’s all this types of movies lead teens to believe termining Our Perception of High really is… a that high school is a prison filled School? If you have any rarely dis- bunch of with the negativity like they demon- cussed topics for Something to Pon- stereotypes. strate on TV? der, feel free to share them with me or I’ll get back Mrs. Barrett (F109). Enjoy! to that later. Anyway, one of the seniors I’ve interviewed some freshmen on It is very stressful being a will grab his lunch money and the other their opinions. Here are their an- freshman. I should know… I am one. will pick up the 80 pound freshman swers… Freshmen must learn how to transi- and, you guessed it, take him to the tion to an unfamiliar building. If nearest boy’s bathroom and give him a Do you think that high school movies you’re like me, you’ll probably follow generous amount of whirlies. This scene portray unrealistic scenes? What your best friend to all of his/her makes up every stereotypical high happens in movies directed toward classes even though he/she is taking school movie to ever exist. teenagers that never occurs in high General Art, and you know that you Although this little ordeal is school in real life? can’t draw to save your life. Secondly, extremely humorous and entertaining remember that freshmen don’t usually when shown on television, have any of Sandra Goho: I think that in the know anyone, except the students in you freshmen reading this ever thought, high school movies the students have their grade (but, let’s be honest, we even for a second, that this typical high and show more freedom than what only really talk to about half of our school scene would occur to you? Maybe we actually have. For example, you grade). As a result, freshmen are given some of you have, maybe some haven’t. see them standing around in hall- the dreadful “mission” of searching If you’re like me, you’ve thought about ways, talking, when we have to get to for someone that will be able to stand the “worst” things that could happen to our classes in about four minutes. that cheesy one-liner you’ve been dy- you in high school (heck, I’ve thought of ing to share. If you are a freshman these things since I was 8) like whirlies, Olyvia Bainbridge: Yes, high who’s thinking it’s “not that bad”, or, where to sit at lunch so your social school movies are fake because in “she’s exaggerating too much”, well, status does not plummet, and of course, musical movies, such as Teen Beach consider yourself lucky; somehow a high school “mean girl” that is so re- Movie and High School Musical, the during your pleasant experiences in bellious, even the teachers are afraid of students break out into song for no middle school, you developed the im- her. It doesn't matter one bit if these apparent reason. With that, they munity to not stress about the “joys” events are unrealistic. What matters is gather the rest of the school and that make up high school as we know that they are real to you because the dance. I still don’t understand how it. producers of all the high school movies all the students know the moves to The reason that many fresh- that you’ve watched in your life know the dance. men are afraid of moving to the high how to create and repeat typical stereo- school is because they watch TV. types that impact your opinions. As a Kimberlee Lopez: Yes, I do think They’re not just watching the nuclear result, they end up exaggerating the that high school movies have scenes bomb tests in North Korea on the events of high school so much that it that are unrealistic. For example, in news, or the cooking shows that your leads you to believe that high school will high school movies, the upperclass- mom watches regularly; They’re be an eternity of torture and pain! In the men always find a way to bully the watching TV shows directed specifi- outcome, it could possibly warp your underclassmen, whether that in- cally towards teenagers, like the clas- general idea of high school and maybe cludes deliberately putting their foot sic high school movie. even determine how negatively or posi- out in attempt to trip them in the Raise your hand if you have tively students perceive high school to lunch line or even dropping the un- ever watched a movie where two up- be. Seriously, if you really think about it, derclassmen in a trashcan. perclassmen come up behind their no one would approve of these movies. victim (who is most likely a nerd). I’m I don’t. I mean, after being here Reiley Bagenstose ‘20 Guns On Campus Page 24

Last April, the senate nitely not be on a high school ods to keep what should be education committee passed a campus. It would be a tre- the safest place for kids safe, bill that gives public schools mendous danger to both our but ultimately, it’s all about in PA the ability to create the students and staff. If an un- protection and keeping eve- option of having teachers stable student or teacher were ryone as safe as possible. We carry firearms on campus. to get a hold of that gun and just need to be prepared.” Senator Don White says his start shooting… let’s just say it Mrs. Chillot says, “No, bill clarifies that the use of would not be good. It would I am not in favor of guns on firearms would only be per- be so much more accessible to campus. As a science mitted for employees who someone if the guns were kept teacher, and having a labo- have been trained to properly inside the school. Even if ratory classroom, I am very carry it. The bill drew strong someone hadn’t been armed aware of how quickly things opposition from the Pennsyl- but still managed to get into can go bad, and in ways one vania State of Education As- the school and found the gun would never expect. Keeping sociation. Some teachers it would be an even worse up on laboratory safety agree with the bill and believe situation. So no, guns should training and maintaining a they should be able to defend never be kept in a high safe environment for stu- their class if need be, but oth- school.” dents is a continual process. ers disagree, thinking it would Mr.Evans says, “Yes. I cannot even begin to imag- cause disruption and put the My first choice, believe it or ine the training and consid- kids in more danger. Our stu- not, would be not for the erations that would need to dents and staff have some teachers to carry guns, but be in place. Firearms should opinions on the subject, so we rather have armed police or only be one of many possible asked them some questions. guards in every building, pa- options that should be con- trolling the grounds. How- sidered. Should we be Sam Shreffler (19’) ever, I understand the con- screening teachers and stu- says, “Yes. The fact of the striaints with cost that we dents as they enter the matter is, we need immediate wouldn’t be able to make that building? What about after response time here. Seconds option viable. So, I think that school? There are so many save lives, and minutes count certain teachers should be re- other things we can do to bodies. Teachers should defi- quired to take a course spe- maintain a safe environment nitely be carrying concealed cifically on how to be safe without having to bring weapons throughout the day, with a gun around such a guns into the mix.” but both the students and large amount of kids. I realize parents should be aware there the police are right there, but are firearms in the building I still believe our first line of that are in good hands. There defense should come right should be special training from the source i.e, the courses for how to carry prop- school. It doesn’t take long for erly, and something to make things to go wrong, and we sure their physical and mental should be able to defend our- health are in check.” selves in the best ways possi- Dalton Geiger (19’) ble. I do think it’s sad that we says, “No! Guns should defi- have to resort to these meth- Faces in SV

Tatum Brown ‘20 captures a happy Aly Lovely fall artwork by Sarah Zockoll ‘18 Yeakle and Jillian Phillips.

Seniors from the football team pose in front of a green car. The members are (from left to right): Logan Grauer, Tyler Worrell, Mason Riegel, Jack Bennett, Patrick Henshaw, manager Carissa Trievel, Joseph Jardine, Jackson Brown, Hunter Williams, and Jake Hammond. Soccer Seniors in Spanish IV pose for Photo courtesy of Purdon Photography “un foto” North Korea Launches Missiles Should We Celebrate Columbus Day? Mandi Brush ‘21 Kara Faulk ‘21

In the beginning of 2017, Kim Christopher day, because during this time Jong-Un was reportedly in the final C o l u m b u s period, Columbus and his men stages of developing long-range guided came to the enslaved and killed many na- missiles that could carry nuclear war- Americas on tives. People have the percep- heads. On September 3, another missile October 12, tion that if they celebrate this was launched and described as an inter- 1492. His in- holiday, they are condoning mediate-range ballistic missile. It flew tent was to what he did to the Native peo- over Japan, landing in the northern Pa- find a faster ple. cific Ocean. The missile traveled 2,300 trade route to In my opinion, we miles with a maximum height of 478 India and China. Fast forward shouldn’t celebrate Columbus miles. It is believed to be the longest- 525 years later, Americans ob- day because there’s no reason range ballistic missile test. The New serve Columbus day to celebrate to. He didn’t even discover the York Times reported the Trump admini- the man who “found” America. Americas in the first place so stration saw the missile being launched, Italian leader Generoso Pope, what’s all the hype about? All he but they decided not to take out the mis- the US congress, and the Presi- did was capture and kill natives, sile on the launching pad. dent of the United States, Frank- and that’s not something we Air Force General John Hyten, lin Delano Roosevelt, pro- Americans should be celebrat- head of the U.S. military’s Strategic claimed Columbus day as a na- ing. Command, assumes the missile tional holiday in 1937. Twenty- launched on the third was a hydrogen one states no longer celebrate bomb, based on the size of the blast. A Columbus Day, and 29 states The Berks County Sheriff’s hydrogen bomb uses both a primary still do, Pennsylvania included. Office is hosting a program atomic bomb and a secondary explo- Columbus Day is a very for men and women between sion, which is said to be larger than the controversial topic because Co- primary. Pyongyang claims they suc- lumbus did not technically dis- 14 and 20 who wish to work in cessfully tested a hydrogen bomb, yet cover the Americas; rather, the law enforcement. Meetings will the United States declined to character- Vikings did. Moreover, this dis- be once a month, lasting two ize the missile. North Korea has tested qualifies the idea that there were to three hours. The first meet- at least six bombs in these past few indigenous people already popu- months, and recent ones are more pow- lating the territories where Co- ing is Thursday, December erful than previous bombs. lumbus landed. He “found” His- 14, 2017. The programs in- Sources: panola for the King and Queen cludes educational training bbc.com of Spain, but there were already programs , career orienta- telegraph.co.uk people on the islands. Columbus tion experiences, and com- reuters.com was just the one who shared his findings with the eastern world. munity service activities. Many Native Americans and in- More information, along with For $3, enjoy poetry, sto- digenous people tend to reject the application which is due by ries, and treats at Literary the holiday since European set- December 1, 2017, is avail- tlers killed many of their late an- Magazine’s annual Hallow- cestors by infectious diseases, able on warfare, and slavery. Columbus co.berks.pa.us./Dept/Sherif een coffeehouse in the LGI used something called the f. from 2:45-5pm! It will be a asiento system: he bought slaves from Africa and brought them to frightfully fun time. the Americas to perform hard labor. Currently, there remains controversy over whether Ameri- cans should celebrate Columbus Vegetarian: It’s Not As Hard As You Think Page 27 Elizabeth Clement ‘18

The best way to clear out a Restaurants: FIREFLY room is to say you're a vegetarian. (American) - Boyertown, iCreate Bonus points if you're vegan. But I, Cafe (Mediterranean) - Pottstown, Elizabeth Clement, am about to dis- Chen (Asian) - West Reading, prove the idea that being vegetarian is difficult. In fact, it's really rather Vegan Mexican Casserole: 1 sweet potato easy. Here are some ques- 1 large onion tions/comments that I commonly 1 green bell pepper receive when mentioning my her- 1 pack of taco seasoning bivorous methods. rants?” Nowadays, that is REALLY 1 can black beans 1 can corn easy. I mean I can go to Smokey 1 ½ cups Ortega taco sauce (or any “What do you even eat?” Have Bones and find more than one thing liquid taco sauce/salsa) you heard of pasta? Next question. to eat, and no, it is not salads. Put- 1 can vegetarian refried beans ting my argument for salad justice 1 pack flour tortillas Shredded vegan cheese (Daiya and “Man I would do that, but I aside, often there are plenty of op- GoVeggie melt well!) love meat way too much.” tions in the pasta and sandwich Wow, if you want to annoy a vege- range if you're talking classic Ameri- 1. Preheat oven 350. tarian, say this. Believe it or not, I can fare. And of course, you can go 2. Stab sweet potato multiple times with fork, then micro- used to be the #1 steak and pota- to an all vegetarian, even vegan wave for 2:30 minutes one side, toes girl in my family. Hamburgers *gasp* restaurant. Trust me, you will then 2:30 on the other. were my favorite food, next to spa- not be fed straight up tofu with vege- 3. Cut the sweet potato in large ghetti. Now I eat veggie burgers tables (I'm also trying to keep myself chunks, dice the onion, and cut the green pepper into strips. (which are delicious, mind you) and from ranting about tofu, a most ver- Place into a baking pan. the ever amazing potatoes. satile food, for a few paragraphs). Drizzle oil over the vegetables Restaurant recommendations below. and cover with taco seasoning. “Why did you become a vege- Blend together well. Roast vegetables for 7-10 minutes. tarian?” Well, I’ll start this off “How do you get your protein?” Keep the oven at 350. with the fact that I am NOT a vege- Just kidding, if you want to anger a 4. Combine roasted vegetables, tarian, I’m a Pescatarian (a.k.a. I vegetarian, THIS is the #1 question black beans, corn, and 1 cup continue to eat seafood). Now the to ask. I’ll make this short and list all taco sauce in a medium bowl. Blend together well. reason for this, to put it simply, is I of my protein sources. Beans (black, 5. Spread taco sauce along bot- watched documentaries. The an- garbanzo, you pick), tofu, vegeta- tom of 13x9 baking dish (leave swer varies from person to person, bles, and nuts (like how I feel after some sauce remaining). Layer but it usually has to do with animal answering this question for the 100+ on top 2 tortillas, then half of vegetable mixture. Repeat cruelty, environmental impact, and time.) sauce and tortillas. Layer the nutrition. There will be some of my whole can of refried beans. recommendations for documenta- Recommendations Repeat sauce and tortillas. ries below, and they are great to Layer the remaining vegetable mixture. Repeat sauce and tor- watch, whether or not you love Documentaries: What the Health, tillas. Generously spread vegan meat. Forks Over Knifes, Cowspiracy, cheese across the top. Vegucated, and Earthlings. 6. Bake for 20-25 minutes at “How do you eat at restau- 350. 7. Enjoy! Spider cupcakes Calendar Reiley Bagenstose ‘20 To make ONE Spider: Oct. 1st- FAFSA opens 12 small Pretzel Sticks – connected into a V with chocolate Oct. 4th- Cinnamon Roll Day (and let the chocolate harden) Oct. 5th- World Teachers Day 1 Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkin Oct. 7th- SAT I and II 2 Candy Eyeballs Oct. 18th- Chocolate Cupcake Day Melted chocolate in a piping bag or sandwich baggie with the Oct. 20th- Homecoming Game tip cut off Oct. 31st- Halloween

1. Stick 3 spider legs, into the Nov. 2nd- End of Quarter Reese’s pumpkin. Top with melted Nov. 3rd- Sandwich Day chocolate to cover where they enter Nov. 6th- Nacho Day and to help hold the legs in. Nov. 11th- Veteran’s Day 2. Stick the second set of spider legs Nov. 13th- World Kindness Day into the other side and finish cover- Nov. 23rd- Thanksgiving ing with chocolate. If you look closely, you will see that the Reese’s Nov. 24th- Black Friday pumpkin cracked a little — don’t worry, that will happen. Once you cover it with chocolate, no one can tell and the chocolate on top will hold it all together! 3. Place the eyeball candy onto the melted chocolate. Then, pop this guy in the fridge to harden the chocolate and bam! Done! 4. Place on top of a cake or cupcake for decoration, or eat as is!

Book Recommendations for the Hidden Bookworm Lily Whitmoyer ‘19 1. To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee 2. Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys 3. Everything, Everything by Nicola Yoon 4. The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls 5. Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson 6. The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne 7. We Were Liars by E. Lockhart By: SVSD 8. All the Bright Places by Jennifer Who: Parents Niven When: Nov. 16, 2017 9. Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell Where: High School Auditorium 10.Every Last Word by Tamara Ireland Stone Time: 6:30 P.M.