20 - Sports The Patriot - W.T.H.S. March 2008 Track stars to compete at Team “thinks pink” to raise Issue 5 The Patriot Nike Indoor Nationals awareness Washington Township High School, Sewell, NJ March 2008 Wesley Gallaher ‘08 into the low 57’s in the spring. Also competing are Alex Linda Hanford ‘11 No rain, no sleet, no snow, no Clemson ‘08 and Chris Kelly ‘08, With the end of the season near Student talent rocks CBAC ice, can keep them from practicing. Xavier Fraction ‘09, Tim Carey ‘09, They are the Boy’s Winter Track Nick Krauss ‘09 and Steve Morrone Thursday Feb. 14 was not only Stephanie Foran ’08 After intermission, the second and Field Team. ‘10. They are the six horsemen who Valentine’s Day, for the Washington act opened with a local band called A “In the beginning of the season, will make up the three relay teams. Township girls’ basketball team it Excitement and anticipation Silent Fall performing their song I knew it was going to be a special Clemson, Kelly, Fraction, and was the night of a big conference filled the air of the CBAC on Feb. “Memories.” It whipped the crowd one”, said Coach Barry Bostwick. Morrone will compete in the 4 x game against Cherokee and it was 14 for the Student Talent Show, into frenzy and prepared them for He was right. Winter Track is 1600 meter relay, while Morrone, also “Think Pink” night. which is showcased every other year future performers such as the not a glamorous sport that has pre- Carey, Krauss, and Fraction will run Think Pink was new to the and is sponsored by the PTO. This Hispanic Dance Club. game tailgating, a student cheering the 4 x 800 and the sprint medley program this year and the team hopes year’s event featured 35 acts ranging “We’re very nervous, but we section nor a post game celebration; relay. These three relays are a it is the beginning of a tradition here from intense dancing to classic piano know we’re going to do well!” said however several members of the balance of speed and strategy. Each at WTHS. The point of the Think performances. Hosts for the night club member Jasmine Prince ’09 team have risen to national status. member of the team must run their Pink game was to raise breast cancer were Olivia Devine ’08 and Joey before taking the stage. On March 15-16, these men personal best in order to compete at awareness and really help make a Contino ’09, who were also featured During this and many other will lace up their spikes and chalk the national level. difference. Anyone who wore pink in the show as performers. acts, the crowd got to their feet and up their hand to compete in an invent These nationally ranked 4x800 to the game was admitted free and This year’s event coordinator, showed strong support for the that many just dream of, Nike Indoor www.dyestat.com team are very special to Bostwick. they could also purchase bracelets secretary Theresa Saponara, decided performances they favored. Nationals. This meet hosts the Xavier Fraction ‘09, looks to They qualified for the Millrose that said hope, faith or strength. to judge the student’s talent and At other times, however, many nationally ranked top six athletes in break his personal 800 record at Games at Madison Square Garden Proceeds went to Breast Cancer award cash prizes for the first time. audience members and performers each event. Washington Township the upcoming nationals. and became his first team to break 8 research. “It was just more incentive for believed the chatter during some of High School will send three relay will compete in the shot put. Keene minutes with a time of 7:55. Leading The players also contributed to the kids,” stated Saponara. “They the performance was disrespectful Steph Foran ‘08/The Patriot teams and one individual to this has hurled the twelve pound shot a this relay team is junior Xavier this great cause by making pink shirts put a lot more effort into it.” to the student’s talents. Others stood Super Bowl of High School Track personal best of 56 feet 11 inches. Fraction. His current personal record with logos and sayings, wearing pink Top honors went to a trio of Erica Appel’s rendition of Celine Dion’s “Taking Chances” won up and even left in the middle of and Field. With the help of his coaches and in the 800 is 1:53 and hopes to break shoelaces, and pink pre-wrap. The singers Erica Appel ‘08 took1st her the first place prize of $300. performances. Senior Captain Kwabena Keene vigorous training, he hopes to break that at Nationals. shirts had the team’s “Believe” logo place, winning $300 for her Theresa Pietrowski, the owner of musicians. In one of Saponara’s “It was really rude. I wanted to on the front. The back had a famous performance of Celine Dion’s Mainstage Center of the Arts in favorites, Amanda Burghart ‘09 sang scream at them to be quiet,” said quote from NC State coach Kay “Taking Chances” while Olivia Blackwood, Ed Fiscella, and “Honey Bun” dressed as a sailor Zachary Baker ’09 backstage as he Hockey falls in fourth round Yow, “When life kicks you, let it kick Devine took 2nd ($200) and Jasmine Wedgwood Elementary School while Joe Wagner ‘09 sported a hula prepared for his act. you forward.” Yow has been waging Brown took 3rd ($100). teacher Ms. Lynne Updike. skirt and coconut bra. Another The final student performance A.J Nisbet ‘08 second time in the playoffs, they lost championship team. They managed her own fight against breast cancer. The panel of judges included The first act featured 18 per- audience favorite was Sarah Hollins of the night included seniors Max their first game of the two game to improve throughout the season That night the girls had so much Principal Rosemarie Farrow, 9/10 formances which included vocalists, ‘09 singing and playing guitar to Giorgi, Fran Maxwell, and Joe The Washington Township ice elimination to the strong favorite, ending on a winning streak that to look forward to and felt that it Executive Assistant Principal Mrs. dance troupes, and even classical “Almost Lover” by A Fine Frenzy. Moffett dancing as “The Groupies.” hockey team recently concluded its Shawnee. Township made a strong created a race for second place. was more then just any other The music mix ranged from Big & season after falling to Cherokee 5-3 bid pull off their largest upset of the Unlike last year, Township did basketball game. Solar panel plan profits Rich to trance music to Dragonforce. in the fourth round of the playoff season but Shawnee rose to the not have any league leaders in any Captain Allie Bassetti ’08 said, Inside... “I want to explode and throw tournament. challenge handing Township its first categories, but leading the team in “Think pink night was just an NHS inducts new members up!” said Giorgi before performing. loss of the Tournament at 4-2. points were Jon Paulo ’09 and Mat inspiration to be a part of, because pockets and planet The show closed with retired The game saw Cherokee jump News- p. 2 out to an early 4-0 lead, but Players felt this was big Fleakop ’09 (tied with 19), and no matter how much pain you are Alyssa Figueroa ‘08 wonderful for the environment.” custodian Mr. Henry Land singing a Township was able to battle back improvement over their 0-2 regular Tumolo (18). While the team did not in, or how you are playing, you think Know the candidates The cost of the project, which gospel hymn as the cast gathered for and get the score within one goal late season match-ups with Shawnee have a lot of high scorers, strong about the women who fight for their Features- p. 6 Washington Township High includes a new roof for the 9-10 the awards ceremony. in the third period on a backhander that saw them losing by scores of defense achored by goaltender, Chris lives everyday and you go that much School is attempting to go green Then, awards were distributed. College Cost Clarified wing, is approximately $6.2 million; by Jim Tumolo ‘08. Township was 10-1 and 7-1. Rainey ’08, placed them in the top harder for them. That’s why we still while saving green. On Mar. 11, however, the New Jersey Since all three top prizes went to Special feature- p. 10 unable to notch the tying goal, Township entered the half of the league in fewest goals wear the laces. Every time we look 2008 from noon to 9p.m. in the high Department of Education will grant singers, some would have liked to instead giving up the open net game tournament as the fourth seed after against (53). down it reminds us of those women.” What’s Happening p. 12 school, residents of Washington WTHS money to pay for 52% of see more variety to the awards. sealing goal. a regular season. Full of ups and From the drop of the puck on The night may have not ended “They could have thrown a Batman vs. Superman Township will be given the the cost. The project will then cost This season ending loss came downs, the season began with a slow opening night, through the huge wins the way the girls wanted but they opportunity to vote on a bond band in there,” said Marc Remini ’08, Odds and Ends- p. 13 $3 million, which costs an average four days after Township’s huge start, a young team, and players against Clearview, to the final were glad they could get their referendum that will finance the taxpayer (based on the average “I think it would be a lot better.” third-round win against rival, constantly moving in and out of the playoff loss, fans packed the arena message across. People p. 14 installation of solar panels on the single-family home valued at Even though only three prizes were Clearview. Unlike their previous roster as well as different positions. and the team is very thankful of that. Coach Jennifer Natale said, roof of the high school. Installing $130,003) $18.87 a year for 10 given, Mrs. Pietrowski, said that meetings with Clearview, Township “In the beginning of the season “I think that this year the fan “Anytime you’re given the Tech Talk p. 15 the solar panels, which convert the years. everyone was a winner that night. was able to take control right from we started off sluggish, but I think support has been bigger than any opportunity to raise awareness it sun’s light directly into electricity, “It would be nothing without Cloverfield on a rampage “When I heard the whole the drop of the puck and went on we grew as a team and ... we were other year and I think that it’s those puts things into perspective and you is both money-saving and eco- project was only going to cost the the students and their own, unique to knock Clearview out of the able to finish strong,” said assistant people who make the game so much appreciate what really is important.” Entertainment- p. 17 friendly. average taxpayer about $1.57 a talents,” said Saponara, who enjoyed captain Tumolo ’08. fun,” said Tumolo, “...though the She said that this year’s team has her first year as event coordinator, tournament. Township finished 4- Books- p. 18 “There’s no downside to it,” month, I was shocked,” said Olivia 0-1 against their rival on the season. The team expected challenges final loss was unfortunate, our fans strong heart and drive; they’re on a said Superintendent Dr. Cheryl Devine ’08. “You’re paying such a “It was so nice getting to know the Before Township was able to this season, after graduating a large were there until the very end to show great road and have many more Track stars ranked nationally Simone. “It will eventually be saving kids and seeing a side of their meet up with Clearview for the number of seniors from last year’s their support.” achievements ahead of them. Sports- p. 20 our taxpayers money, and it’s See SOLAR PANELS Page 2 personality you wouldn’t expect.” 2 - News The Patriot - W.T.H.S. March 2008 March 2008 The Patriot - W.T.H.S. Sports - 19 Panels save money and electricity Sports SOLAR PANELS from p. 1 electricity bill will save taxpayers small amount for huge benefits.” money. Washington Township also applied “It’s the only referendum that’s Bassetti believes in team’s chances for a $1.5 million grant from the New bringing money into the district Jersey Clean Energy Program. If instead of going out” said Simone. Maggie Bonanni ‘09 captain with seniors Amanda Small confirmed, taxpayers will pay even “The project is ultimately free; and Gina Turdo, who have been less for the project. you’re getting free energy from the Relentless is only one word that Bassetti’s teammates and close “That’s why we need to do this sun, and once the money you spent can describe Alexandra Bassetti ’08. friends since fifth grade, she also now,” said Ms. Jan Giel, District is matched, the rest is all profit.” Co-captain of Minute Maids Varsity plays point-guard. Currently, the Community Relations Coordinator. Not only does this project plan Team for the 2007-2008 season, she team has a 10-2 record, of which “We are almost approved for this to fight rising electric costs, but it has proven to be an accomplished Bassetti and her co-captains are very grant; if we don’t do this now, it’ll seeks to help the environment as athlete and continues to strive for proud. be more money later.” well. Solar electricity will greatly success both on and off the court. “The word ‘believe’ is (the WTHS’s electric bill is reduce carbon dioxide emissions, Bassetti has been playing team’s) motto; All the girls come into currently about $1 million a year. which is the leading cause of global basketball for ten years. Not only practice and games ready to be The solar panel installation is warming, and other environmental has she played for the Minute challenged and they get better,” estimated to save the school Lillyan Ling ‘08/The Patriot problems. Maids, but also for private teams, commented Bassetti, “I know that I $259,000 in the first year alone. Solar panels will not only fight high-rising electric costs, but “It definitely makes sense to including the AAU Club South believe in my team mates and that $84,000 will be saved from the will also help the evironment. vote ‘yes,’” said SAVE (Students Jersey Girls Basketball Club and they believe in me and I could not avoided energy costs due to the solar NJ’s net-metering program that generate 1000kWh of electricity, Against the Violation of Earth) The Philadelphia Belles for the past ask for anything more.” panels, while $175,000 will be gained two years. Through her basketball compensates solar power customers WTHS would gain a SREC, which member Miles Wright ’09. “We photo courtesy of Linda Hanford ‘11 in Solar Renewable Energy Credits Bassetti feels playing for such experiences, Bassetti has taken with money at the end of the year. are valued at $250-$500 each. In would be saving energy and trees, Alexandra Bassetti ‘08 (far right) although small in size, provides a (SRECs). These SRECs are part of Each time the solar panels would time, the money saved on WTHS’s and avoiding harmful CO teams has not only honed her skills advantage of many opportunities. 2 large amount of leadership for the Minutemaids basketball team. emissions.” on the court, but has also given her Playing for a travel team enabled her basketball players but great people On Feb. 29 the SAVE club will leadership skills that she uses as a to travel and play games in arenas in children’s life similar to the difference as well,” said Bassetti. wear green to show support for the co-captain. Tennessee, Maryland, and up-state her teachers have made for her. She Such figures in her life are a main NHS inducts new members project. The club is currently “Playing for the Philadelphia Pennsylvania. She has also had the still plans on playing basketball factor of Bassetti’s success as an Katie Mount ‘09 The ceremony consisted of the sponsor know that they had a great brainstorming other ideas to promote Belles was great; the experience and pleasure of working and learning through college, and eventually athlete. Her teammates, friends, past ceremonial candle lighting, teacher impact on their life. it as well. exposure was priceless,” said from many different coaches, such wants to start coaching for the AAU, coaches and family have also had an Scholarship, leadership, service sponsor recognition, a key speaker, “When I was asked to be a “It’s exciting for SAVE student Bassetti. “I learned a lot from the as the Minute Maid’s coach Mrs. and traveling with them and working impact on her life, and are her and character; these are the four and a choir performance. Mr. Jerry sponsor, I was very honored.” Mr. to see this project come to coaches, most of which are now Jennifer Natale, who has coached at clinics as a coach. inspiration. pillars of the National Honor Cullen was chosen to be the key Christopher Lawler stated. “It’s Township,” said SAVE advisor Ms. coaching at other high schools, so I Bassetti for four years. “I want to major in anything Following high school, Bassetti Society. The National Honor Society speaker for the ceremony. great to know that you had an impact Pancari. “Our own high school has see and play them often.” “[Natale] has been there for me, concerning education,” said Bassetti wants to attend a four year college. is a program that recognizes and “It was very nice when they on someone’s life.” a great opportunity to support the Bassetti has also been on the and is special because she puts her with a smile, “I could become one of She plans on majoring in Education, honors students who hold true to asked me to be the speaker,” he Lawler used to be an NHS environment.” Varsity team for two years. In heart and soul into her job. She not the coolest physical education so she can make a difference in these four pillars. stated. “I was very humbled.” advisor; last year was his final year The passing or rejecting of the addition to filling the role of co- only wants us to become great teachers ever!” On Jan. 24 at the Center for Cullen spoke about how he was as co advisor. It was different for referendum will be based on a Performing Arts, Washington also a member of NHS. He him to be the one in the audience, majority vote. All residents of the Township High reminisced and not the one coordinating the community who are 18 yrs. or older Mike Cotton earns Touchdown Club Scholarship School inducted “Be in [NHS] because you about a story show. are eligible to vote. If the referendum Stephanie Foran ‘08 Jersey, the organization that awarded academic scholarship to Rutgers approximately want to better yourself. When from his high “I think [Anderson and Skow] is passed, the construction on the Cotton the scholarship, has a University New Brunswick and 120 new school days, did a great job.” Lawler new roof is projected to start in the The Touchdown Club of South number of rigorous criteria that stated it is probably where he’ll end members to NHS. you hold true to the four pillars, where there complimented. “I feel it went really summer and can possible be finished Jersey recently recognized nominees must meet. They make up. His field of study will most Over 700 people you’ll find that you’re a much was a mix-up well.” before next Sept. 93,680 sq. ft. of Township senior Michael Cotton as their selection based on SAT scores, likely be economics or Pre-Med, attended the better person.” and his brother Now that the induction photovoltaic panels (only 2lbs. a Scholarship Athlete of the Year. GPA, and class rank. Cotton’s which he decided on his junior year. induction cer- -Mr. Jerry Cullen was the one ceremony is over and done with, panel) will then be laid on WTHS’s “I was really honored,” stated current GPA weighted is 100.7 and “I’m debating between becoming a emony, and it was who received Lawler recommends for inductees to roof, which will be no disturbance Cotton, “I’m very happy to his class rank is twenty-two. businessman and a surgeon right now broadcast on channel 13. the NHS emblem on his diploma. To be active in NHS. to students or faculty. The system represent our school and also to be “He’s the smartest guy on the and plan to make up my mind once “It took a very long time to this day, his brother has claimed that “It’s not a one time thing, where has no maintenance fees, and it comes recognized with the same award my team academically and we all knew I’m there,” said Cotton. plan,” Mr. Raymond Anderson said. he was the one who was inducted. you get inducted and then do with a 30-yr. warranty. A kiosk will brother [Thomas Cotton] won two he was going to get it,” says Outside of school and football “We had to invite people, get Cullen’s point was that even though nothing. It’s a responsibility.” He also be placed in the Core entrance years ago.” teammate Kevin Wong ’08. practice, Cotton likes listening to everything organized… it was it was years ago, NHS is still said. so visitors can observe the daily Cotton has been playing Outside of football, Cotton is alternative rock, watching movies, monstrous.” important to him. Cullen also has some advice. He electrical savings to the township. football since he was in first grade Richie Elles ‘08/The Patriot involved in Guitar Club this year. In and eating tons of food. He loves to Anderson and Mrs. Denise “It stays with you, it’s a would like students to “be sincere” “Environmentally and fiscally, and continued his love of it Mike Cotton plans to attend years past, he was involved with hang out with his friends, who are Skow are the advisors of NHS. milestone.” Cullen said. “It’s and “stay true to themselves.” it’s a responsible decision to make,” throughout high school. In addition Rutgers University on a full Model United Nations and Freshman mostly all on the football team. In According to Anderson, the event so…real. It’s a great achievement.” “Don’t join NHS just because said Giel. “Installing the solar panels to football, he played basketball his academic scholarship. Transition. He believes that as a the upcoming months, he’s looking took months to plan. After Cullen gave his speech, it looks good on a college could benefit our community for freshman and sophomore year. “Mike is the model of what a senior this year, it will be his best forward to all the events senior year “I was a bit nervous because the students who had already been application.” He said. “Be in it generations.” However, Cotton is not just all about student-athlete should be,” states year yet. “I’m having a great time! has to offer, especially Senior Trip it’s such a big undertaking,” he said. inducted last year were given a because you want to better yourself. sports. He is very dedicated to Mark Wechter, the varsity football The workload is actually a breath of in March. “I think it went great. The students chance to honor a teacher by When you hold true to the four For more information on the solar academics and believes that he was coach. “He knows the meaning of fresh air compared to my demanding “This is our year to remember!” were prompt, were able to take choosing them to be a sponsor. This pillars, you’ll find that you’re a panels, visit www.wtps.org. chosen as a result of his dedication hard work, sacrifice, and balance.” schedule last year,” he stated. Cotton exclaimed, “Everything we direction and did a wonderful job.” is a chance for students to let their much better person.” to football and school. The Touchdown Club of South Cotton has received a full do this year will be amazing.” 18 - Books The Patriot - W.T.H.S. March 2008 March 2008 The Patriot - W.T.H.S. News - 3 Books Theatre classes prep show Maggie Bonanni ‘09 girl that lives in a village near him. acting, such as those of James Earl because it’s challenging, both in the Memoirs disproves Japanese stereotypes John falls so deeply in love with Jones (Field of Dreams), and Diane acting and the requirements for it,” Stephanie Foran ‘08 geishas-in-training went through to love. Geishas were entertainers and Actors’ Studio and Theatre Allen that he plans to marry her, but Keaton (Because I said So). Because said Silverman. “This play has made become geishas. Sayuri was taken that’s all they were meant to be. Production, under the direction of because he can not marry a human, of the play’s promising theatrical so many careers.” Geishas have long been from her village of Yoroido as a I absolutely love this novel. The drama teacher Mrs. Sheryl he goes to the village conjurman and history, Silverman thought it would Challenges for the actors include criticized as prostitutes and loose child so her father could pay off an characters are so developed and Silverman, hope to amaze audiences takes drastic measures so they can be an oppertune way for her not only memorizing entire scripts women, according to most Western enormous debt. Many geishas during detailed I can picture them clearly in with their selection Dark of the be together. students to learn about blocking and learning extensive blocking, but stereotypes. Memoirs of a Geisha the time (pre-WWII) started off as my head. Another remarkable thing Moon, by Howard Richardson and Based on the Ballad of Barbara (stage movement), directing, and also learning a new culture. Set in by Arthur Golden disintegrates this maids in an okiya (geisha-house) and is that Arthur took a subject that William Berney Allen, the story details how because contributing to a show. Tennessee’s Smokey Mountains, the assumption, revealing the truth about worked their way up the hierarchy wasn’t very well known and . A dramatic fantasy tale, Dark of town-wide opposition and Allen’s Students in the cast will not characters in the play have a this proud Japanese tradition. It tells to pursue that career. However, completely made it his own. His of the Moon depicts the story of John weaknesses, the couple’s romance only play roles within the play, but southern-mountain accent, which the the story of a young woman, Sayuri Sayuri did not want to become a dialect, style, and details regarding (Max Giorgi ‘08), a witch-boy that fails, ultimately leading to turmoil. will also direct, and choreograph the cast will have to emulate for the Nitta and her struggles, as she geisha and only wished to return Japanese culture are all absolutely lives in the Smokey Mountain and Originally produced on show. show. became one of the most celebrated home. Many times she tried to superb—I couldn’t believe a man how he falls in love with Barbara Broadway, Dark Side of the Moon “I think it’s an important piece “It’s fun to learn such a geisha in all of Japan. escape and as a result, the owner of from a completely different country Allen (Zara Gaudioso ‘08), a human helped to foster many careers in [for my students] to work with different way of talking. Everyone When one hears the word the okiya announced that she would and era wrote this. has their own adaptation of how “geisha” they often think of a never become a geisha. The novel is written in a first- they do their accent,” said cast prostitute. Golden, as stated However, fate smiles upon her person point of view, which allows Administration cracks down on member Felicia Revero ‘08, who previously, reveals that there was when the owner of the Okiya decides the reader to feel like they were along with Kayleigh Addri ’08 play much more then geishas then meets to give her another chance—an standing right next to Sayuri in every the town’s witches. the eye. Geishas were trained as Janelle Collins ‘09apprenticeship under a famous situation. I also earned a newfound The play also involves music. Geishas were trained in the art enforcing lateness rules entertainers, often serving tea at geisha named Mameha propels respect for the hardships geishas Matt Neuteboom ‘08 With assistance from the Music parties, dancing with fans, or playing of entertainment. Sayuri to the top. But the path to went through behind their painted Department, seven songs played on the shamisen, a three-stringed right. It was not see as a pleasurable the top isn’t easy. Sayuri is forced faces and beautiful kimonos. No Students in the guitar and violin will become part of instrument. However, maikos experience, but a right of passage that to deal with jealous friends, a World matter how hard you try, Memoirs 11/12 wing are the play. The music is being added (apprentice geisha), in order to must be taken. War, and men she does not care for. of a Geisha is a book that will tear at moving faster to get for the play’s dance scenes, for become a full-fledged geisha, must Golden also makes a very Sayuri even breaks the most your heartstrings and refuse to stay to their classes on which the cast is learning how to sleep with a man who pays for this important point about the cruelty important geisha rule: never fall in shut. time. With the square dance. administration “The square dancing is Literary Crushes by Lillyan Ling ‘08 reinforcing lateness different,” said Revero, “At first, my rules, students are reaction was questionable, but after spending less time learning it, I realized how much fun Luxurious life of Jay Gatsby captures eyes socializing in the halls it is.” and more time getting Theatre Production will also be WELCOME TO EAST EGG his delicate affairs. “Well, they say he’s a nephew or a cousin of to class. working on the play. Not only are Not only does he get to witness the drama Kaiser Wilhelm’s. That’s where all his money The decision to they responsible for the show’s Across the water, a certain East Egg mansion between Gatsby, Daisy, Tom and Myrtle, but he comes from,” said a lady who attended Tom reinforce these rules costumes and makeup, but they also is silent and still by day, but flourishes into a also sees a side of Gatsby that reveals true feelings Buchanan’s apartment gathering on 158th Street. came from 11/12 have to create and build the play’s Twenties New York social outing at night. The of his deeper layers. Though he maintains a “I thought you inherited your money,” Nick asked Executive Assistant scenery. Currently, they are learning sounds of the night life can be heard from afar: polished personality of a perfect gentleman, his him once to which Gatsby automatically replied, Prin-cipal Mr. how to design set pieces, and glasses clink, music blares, and heels click on murky past and lost love deeply affect the inner “That’s my affair.” Joseph Bollendorf, furniture. polished floors. Through the windows and cast folds of his wounded heart. There were rumors he was a bootlegger. who called a faculty “So far we’ve decided on what under vivid lighting, sashes of cloth sparkle. Another insisted. “One time he killed a man who meeting Jan. 23 to Jacqui Evans ‘08 pieces to build,” stated student Erin Yet above all the commotion, the host had found out that he was nephew to von HE’S GOT MONEY discuss ways to clear Many feel that the lateness rules inhibit their ability to get to class on time. Dunphy ‘09, “Now we need to start remains unseen. He tucks himself away within Hindenburg and second cousin to the devil.” up the hallways in the building and designing process.” the rooms of his house, veiled by wispy “I don’t want you to get a wrong idea of me Gatsby lives alone in a mansion and drives a between periods. “Kids really were coming to class at hallways, but it’s still not where I With the show’s debut in less dissipating curtains of white smoke from his cigar. from all these stories you hear,” said Gatsby Rolls–Royce. He throws the most extravagant Part of this problem, according ridiculous times. Instead of trying want it to be,” said Bollendorf. than three months, both classes are With one suave, “Hello, old sport,” Jay Gatsby himself. parties with buffet tables “garnished with to Bollendorf, is that many students to get to class, they were spending However, Brandon Cunningham ’08 dilligently working. Although the can cause any girl to faint from his overwhelming Who knows? But one thing is for sure: the glistening hors-d’oeuvre, spiced baked hams... were using the two-minute bell as time with their boyfriend or girl- said “It just keeps the seniors late, show is challenging, Silverman is debonair aura. more the mystery, the more intriguing he becomes. harlequin designs and pastry pigs and turkeys the regular bell. friend outside in the hallway,” said and then blocks up the halls when excited to produce the show, and bewitched to a dark gold.” He hires orchestras, Bollendorf said, “When the core English teacher Mrs. Barbara Kopas. everyone rushes out at the regular anticipates a positive reaction from WHO WOULDN’T WANT TO BE NICK caterers, and sets up bars that only contain the DON’T GET TOO EXCITED was built 11 years ago, teachers let Student share this sentiment. bell. At the end of the day it keeps the audience on opening night. CARRAWAY? prime liquors. students traveling from wing to wing “It’s like we’re in kindergarten again” us from getting to our busses on “I know students are going to He has his heart set on only one girl, the arrive two minutes late. Eventually said Dan Chopyk ’08. “It’s really time.” like this play,” she said. “It has Without a doubt, Nick Carraway has the HE’S GOT MYSTERY: GOSSIP Golden Girl, if you will. Under her glance, the we just switched it and let students not fair. I don’t see why I should be Despite this, Bollendorf says he has romance, tradgedy, and its eye existence that every girl envies if she’s up for a slick man becomes a fumbling nervous mess. He’s go two minutes early. written up for being 30 seconds late, received “magnificent feedback” opening. It gives you an inside rich, mysterious, and “cool” (there is honestly Why did he throw all these parties if he after the little blonde Daisy Faye, desperate to However, Bollendorf said that when I was legitimately trying to get from teachers. perspective on an entire different no other way to put it) guy like Mr. Jay Gatsby. didn’t like parties, that puzzling Jay Gatsby, or win back the sweetheart of his younger years. over the years, more students began to class, while other kids were just “We’re looking to improve in culture.” As Gatsby’s neighbor and choice for a should I say Jimmy Gatz? Who is “Philadelphia” This is not as easy as it seems, seeing that abusing the two-minute bell. standing there blocking the hallway.” other areas of student conduct as Dark of the Moon will debut in random tag-along, Nick Carraway holds the only and why does he or she call Gatsby? she is married to the notorious Tom Buchanan. Teachers also noted the fact that Many have seen improvement well, and I hope we can address all the 11-12 auditorium on May 3-5. position privileged to see exclusive scenes of And where did Gatsby get his money? He Unfortunately ladies, chances are Gatsby is not students were arriving at class way since the rule has been enforced. of the issues facing as some time in Tickets are $5.00. If you have Gatsby without having his life intertwine into was a nobody until showed up in East Egg. ever going to give up on her. past the bell. “I’ve seen real improvement in the the future as well,” he said. concerns, contact Silverman. 4 - News The Patriot - W.T.H.S. March 2008 March 2008 The Patriot - W.T.H.S. Entertainment - 17 Pacesetters have a ball Not your father’s Godzilla Interact hosts formal dance for special guests Cloverfield creates monster for new millenium “We come every year,” Nicole Heath ‘10 Stephanie Foran ’08 & Jenine Pilla ‘08 The movie has become an overnight said Linda Conoder, “I phenomenon. In the first weekend alone, enjoy the company and we On Friday, Feb. 8 over The first 21st century monster movie Cloverfield grossed nearly 51 million dollars like to mingle.” Conoder 200 people filled into Cloverfield is a startling blend of suspense, horror worldwide, making it the most successful January and her daughter Michelle Masso’s Catering for the and shocking reality. The theaters were packed release of all time. However, the movie has Conoder have been Winter Pacesetters Dance. opening day to see a movie that treaded ground received mixed reviews from fans because of its attending Pacesetters for The Winter Pacesetters that no monster film has ever step foot upon. rather abrupt, controversial ending. Many critics five years. Dance, much like the Fall The film revolves around Robert Hawkins from The New York Times to L.A. Weekly said This year, Interact Pacesetter’s Dance, is an (Michael Stahl-David) and his four friends as they that the movie was too reminiscent of the 9/11 decided to make the event Interact event where try to survive a fierce monster attack on the city. attacks. semi- formal. Pacesetters mentally challenged adults Not only does the monster tower over buildings Talks of a sequel to Cloverfield are already and members alike wore can dance and socialize. and crush the Brooklyn Bridge with a swing of in the works. At the film’s premiere, Reeves spoke dresses and suites. Many First started by the its tail, it also brings forth crab-like parasites that about today’s overabundance of camera phones styled themselves in red and Shwarts family, the Interact cause their bite victims to violently explode. All and how a sequel would be an easy task to pink colors for Valentine’s club took the reins of the actors give a stunning performance that accomplish. Day. overseeing the event. The emphasizes real human emotion and reactions. “The fun of this movie was that it might not “It’s nice to see them event was decorated and put Director Matt Reeves took a typical have been the only movie being made that night, dress up,” said Interact together by the members of monster-attacks-city story and put it in a first there might be another movie!” said Reeves advisor Ms. Tracy Naval. the Interact Executive board. person perspective via the use of a handheld (Source: fearnet.com). The event went off Members of the club helped camera. Shaky footage and personal commentary During the scene when the group is Gina Parker ‘09/The Patriot smoothly but, it took much to create the decorative adds more to the story than just a group of friends attempting to cross the Brooklyn Bridge in an work by the Interact murals and pictures that One activity at Winter Pacesetters is the crowning of the King and Queen. This trying to escape a supernatural phenomenon that effort to escape the city, there is a brief shot of members. fashioned the walls of the year’s royal couple is Nicole and Joe. is rapidly flattening New York City. www.cloverifield.com someone else in the crowd videotaping the “We were making the room. Volunteers that You get a first hand point of view as they The official poster reflects the cryptic na- catastrophe. With the minds of Abrams, Reeves, evening, a king and queen Pacesetter invitation at Monzo,” said Naval. participated in Fall Pacesetters were over ten years. run through the city, weaving through the military ture of the ad campaign preceding the film. and screen writer Drew Goddard working was picked and the dancing Although it took a lot of work the excited to attend the event. “I like coming. It’s like all my and their attempts to stop the monster. The factor. For example, during the end of the film, together, they can run with this idea and bring continued. club sees it as worth while. “We liked working at Fall friends coming out.” camerawork can be very nauseating because the when main characters Rob and Beth (Odette forth a second movie just as brilliant as The Pacesetters were not the “I think the best part is seeing Pacesetters,” said Interact volunteer The night began with dancing camera shakes and moves a lot, so those with Yustman) are on a Ferris wheel in Coney Island, Cloverfield. only guests enjoying themselves at everyone dance and have fun,” Angela Snyder ‘10, “and we like and warm welcomes from the weak stomachs beware! there is a sighting of an object falling from the So for fans of action films, horror films, the dance. Many family members Interact advisor Mr. Anthony Bucca [Winter Pacesetters] too.” Interact members. Later, dinner was Just like any typical J. J Abrams production, sky and splashing into the ocean in the distance. Godzilla, or those in search of 85 minutes of pure and friends came to have a good time said, “It gives them [the Pacesetters] Bernadine Allen has been provided by Masso’s Catering. Then this film holds a handful of hidden messages that This brings forth an endless amount of questions suspense, Cloverfield is definitely where you will as well. so much.” coming to Winter Pacesetters for attendants danced. Later in the supply the film with an even greater suspense about the true origin of the monster. want to be.

ROTC stays in step at Military Ball Got News? TV, movie violence-- An unavoidable matter Take Photos? Victoria Fanslau ‘10 become involved in crime. Girls that watched said Courtney Bernadini of Pittsgrove High Have opinions? more then the average amount of violent television School. Violence in movies and television has been were more likely to throw things toward their There are many ways that viewers can stay growing at alarming rates in recent years. People husband when they got older and boys were more away from the violence in movies and television. see different forms of violence almost every day. likely to act aggressively towards their wives.” The easiest way would be to always check ratings A study done in 2007 said that by the time the “Some movies that I watch get so disgusting before watching a television show or movie. Then share average U.S. child starts elementary school, they that I have to turn it off or leave the room,” said Many television programs shows inform viewers will have seen 8,000 murders and 100,000 acts of Meo. When students were asked about the most of ratings before beginning. People can also check them! violence on television. violent movies they have seen, many responded the ratings of movies at the movie rental store or “I don’t really like to watch horror movies with the Saw movies and 300. A statistic by the the movie theater. with a lot of guts and violence in them because National Youth Violence Prevention Program The Federal Communications Commission afterwards I just don’t feel safe,” Stephanie showed that 61% of television shows have shown now requires that all televisions have a V-chip Come to Mclvaine ‘10. Surveys have shown that violence or been prone to violent behavior or acts. equipped inside them. A V-chip helps families in movies and television make children feel fearful “I don’t really mind violence in TV or movies block channels and shows they deem violent. Patriot of everyday life. because I’m so used to it. I really don’t mind Taking such simple precautions is a safe, effective The question of whether these acts of violent scenes in war movies but some horror way to prevent the spread of violence in youth. meetings, violence affect people’s lives in society has been movies can be really disgusting,” said Jake debated for a very long time now. “I think our Wethman ‘08. A survey done by the Parent’s Picture courtesy of Col. Joseph Wolozyn Tuesdays in lives are affected by what happens on TV,” said Television Council says that 66% of children Like to write? “The 2008 AFJROTC Military Ball is the most anticipated event for cadets. Many juniors Alyssa Meo ‘11. around the ages of 10 to 16 say that their peers Sign-up for Creative and seniors have said that it compares to, if not surpasses, the proms that are held later in D-8. Studies done by New Scientist magazine are influenced by TV shows. found that “children that were exposed to violent “My sisters and I are always taking random Writing for next year! the year.” -Kurt Pflugfelder ‘08 television shows were much more likely to things from television and using them in real life,” 16 - Entertainment The Patriot - W.T.H.S. March 2008 March 2008 The Patriot - W.T.H.S. Features - 5 Entertainment Features Controversial new game becomes hit Day by Day by Jessica McFadden ‘10 Katie Mount ‘09 doubt your wife is the one you’ll be Air pollution stinks with forever?” With his wife on the Earning $500,000 for simply side of the stage, Ty had to answer Air pollution isn’t a thing to Every cigarette that every person the air that everyone else breathes. cause air pollution. Just by burning answering twenty-one questions truthfully in order to still have chance mess with. The air that we breathe smokes sends more pollutants in our Surprisingly enough, using wood in a fireplace, you are polluting about yourself and your opinions at the jackpot. He said ‘yes’, which gets more and more polluted each air. If one cigarette damages a electricity is 14% of the total cause the air. By using the fuels in our sounds easy. This is most likely what was cleared by the polygraph. day, and each and every one of us person’s lungs, just think about the of air pollution! Paint fumes, hair homes, we are adding to the already the contestants on FOX’s new game Eventually, the question that contribute to the mess in our air. amount of pollutants that damage spray fumes, and varnish fumes also 19% of air pollution. show The Moment of Truth think. led to his elimination was about his Everyday, millions of people What they fail to realize is that, as a career. Ty worked as a personal Something More by Nikki Black ‘08 drive to work, school, or do errands. game show, it can’t be that easy. The trainer. He was asked if he had ever If every person would carpool with Moment of Truth has become a touched a female client’s body more someone else, or even another group controversial hit that makes for great than required of him. When narrow minds find voice of people, then the amount of air viewing. He said no, which did not match pollution would decrease greatly. The game itself is simple. Prior the polygraph. The awkwardness of In installment of “Something More”, were mature enough to accept others ability to remain true to themselves Flying in a plane also increases the to the show, a contestant is hooked the moment was matched with the Nikki Black will examine the role of without ungrounded adversity. My despite majority opinion. air pollution each time the plane flies up to a polygraph (a device used to cold reception he was given by his the individual in the high school lesson in theatrical makeup served The terrible part arises from a somewhere. By riding on a train, tell if someone is lying or not) and Google Image wife at the conclusion of the game. community. as a lesson on the attitudes of my close-mindedness that is reluctant to most people would think that you asked more than fifty personal The Moment of Truth showcases embarrassing personal ques- This may be the true attraction of peers as well. accept change. were decreasing the amount of questions. The contestants are not tions and jeopardizes relationships. the show. I fully expected the giggles, Although I am “...many feel that There is nothing pollutants that are in the air. But, it told the results of the polygraph. questions are broken up into six everything. Aperson may stop at Unlike most game shows where pointing, and eye-rolling as I walked deeply proud of because they are part wrong with voicing is quite the opposite. Traveling on a Once on the show, he or she is the contestants just risk the money tiers. any time before any question is out of the classroom. my individuality of a majority, they will your opinion, as train gives out many more pollutants asked twenty-one of the same Answering the first six asked and collect the money they amount, The Moment of Truth I had just finished practicing and refuse to let any long as it is done in than a lot of people think. questions, each becoming more questions earns the contestant have won. Once a question is asked, jeopardizes reputations and fantasy make-up on myself for my such experience be supported ...and can a fashion that is not Pollution in our air has long- personal and in most cases, $10,000. Then they move up to the however, the contestant is required relationships. The Moment of Truth Theater Production class, and my change the way I thus voice their disrespectful or term health effects on many, many embarrassing. The effect on the next level where they answer five to answer. While the questions are is a perfect example of how far chalk white face, blue lips, and multi- feel about myself or criticisms without purposefully people. Annually, more deaths audience is like a car crash; it’s questions in order to win $25,000. asked, the contestant’s loved ones people are willing to go for money. colored eye makeup looked pretty my be-liefs, I find consequence.” damaging to anyone. among Americans are caused by air uncomfortable to watch but hard to The contestants eventually work are on the side of the stage. This They fully expose themselves to all ridiculous. The makeup takes a full myself deeply Unfortunately, pollution related health issues than look away. their way up the six tiers to the causes the respondent to be even of America and most likely strain at period to put on, so there is no time concerned about this incident. High many feel that car accidents. Smog, a mixture of If the contestant answers $500,000 prize. more uncomfortable. least one relationship. Even if a to wash it off by the end of the class, school is a time when many students because they are part of a majority, smoke and fog from automobiles and honestly, as confirmed by the However, if a contestant lies In the first episode a contestant contestant wins the $500,000, they and we are also encouraged by our are becoming the people they will they will be supported in their factories, harms people’s lungs just polygraph taken earlier, he or she once according to the polygraph test, named Ty was asked, “Are you still come away as a loser on the teacher to wear it throughout the day. be for the rest of their lives. dissent and can thus voice their as much as cigarette smoke. Carbon moves onto the next question. The the game ends and he or she loses delaying having children because you show. After all, the theater is all about To grow, one must first listen criticisms without consequence. Monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas Music letting go of inhibitions. to the voice we all have inside of us, It is extremely important that that is most commonly known to What I did not expect was the guiding us on the long, often bumpy, students learn to ignore the majority. come from cars, causes blood to not cursing and yelling I soon heard road of life. This becomes a problem, If they continue to be themselves be able to travel to the tissues and Young, new band releases first album directed at me, and from complete however, when the voice is drowned and remain strong in their beliefs, cells in the body. Lead, which is, for Mike Cedrone ‘10 managed to score a spot on the “We learned what the pros do.” you’ll be halfway to the store anxious strangers. I had done nothing to harm out by a chorus of insults. Students they will eventually find like-minded one example, found in paint fumes, Florida Music Festival’s main stage. Light From Above is produced to hear the rest. “Warriors of Time” them, never spoken a word to any must be strong and confident to be individuals who are willing to be- causes digestive problems. Take four kids, all under twenty Their performance at the by Johnny K (Disturbed, Machine is by far my favorite song. The of them in my entire existence, and able to be their own person. friend them on their journeys. Years We need to fix this problem years old, some 80’s hard rock and festival garnered the attention of Head, Soil) and Interscope. It has song’s transition back and forth from yet they felt the need to try and Standing out from the crowd is from now, it is not the majority they before it gets any worse. Each and thrash metal influences, along with a many major music labels. Black Tide eleven tracks, one of which is a cover chanting “whoas” and upbeat metal stamp out the first show of a condition that can be both beautiful will remember, but the close friends every person on the planet Earth can modern mindset, and you have the signed with Interscope Records and of Metallica’s “Hit the Lights”. riffs paint an image of a sold out individuality they came across. and terrible. All social movements who helped them shape their futures. contribute to helping to save our prodigy child of metal. Don’t let recorded their debut album, Light Three of the band’s songs have stadium, filled with screaming fans I had been under the impression are powered by individuals who are As for all of those so offended planet. It’s not a hard thing to do, so your eyes deceive you though. The From Above, which will drop March already been released and two are singing along with the listener. that this kind of mentality had been not afraid or ashamed to show their by stage makeup and other breaks if everyone pitched in, we would see, members of Black Tide 18. available for purchase. They are on “Black Abyss” showcases Gabriel’s left behind in middle school, and true personalities or beliefs. These from the norm, they should try open- and feel, the difference in a matter of may look like they play The band said However, their first single, Shockwave, which lower range vocals and an abundance assumed that high school students people are often adored for their ing their minds before their mouths. a few short years. in some garage after most memorable contains the songs “Shockwave” and of guitar squeals and solos. school, but they sound OZZfest was “the moment was when “Warriors of Time”. The third song, Black Tide is finishing a tour Black History Month Timeline like they’ve been playing ultimate learning they landed a spot “Black Abyss”, was not officially with Avenged Sevenfold and haven’t for decades. The band on the Monster released for purchase, but it is made any new tour plans yet. Poet Phillis Wheatley becomes the first African consists of Gabriel experience.” Energy Drink main available on the band’s MySpace for However, it is very likely that they American to publish a book, entitled Poems on Various The Emacipation Proclamation is signed. Subjects, Religious and Moral. Garcia (vocals & guitar, stage at OZZfest listening. will be back out on the road soon. I 1791 15), Alex Nunez (guitar, 17), Zakk 2007, opening up for musicians such All the songs are promising for highly recommend that you look into 1863 1773 Benjamin Banneker commissioned to lay out the D.C. Sandler (bass, 18) and Steven Spence as Ozzy Osbourne himself and Lamb a great album. “Shockwave”, them and try out their record. Their (drums, 19). of God. The band claimed OZZfest commonly referred to as an “in your music is so diverse it appeals to 1851 The Miami, Florida natives first to be “the ultimate learning exper- face rock tune” is a song that will many people who aren’t fans of 1777 Sojourner Truth, noted women’s rights advocate and started playing clubs and house ience” according to their official keep you listening after just hearing metal. I am personally not fan of any Vermont becomes the first American religious visionary, delivers her groundbreaking speech, 1857 parties four years ago. They played website. “We learned so much about the first twenty-five seconds of metal bands, but one listen of Black colony to abolish slavery “Ain’t I a Woman?”. Supreme court decides that blacks are not and can not small gigs until 2006 when they touring on OZZfest,” said Sandler, guitar. Once Gabriel’s vocals kick in, Tide caught me like a fish on a line. become US citizens under the Dred Scott v. Sanford case. 6 - Features The Patriot - W.T.H.S. March 2008 March 2008 The Patriot - W.T.H.S. Tech Talk - 15 Know your presidential candidates Tech Talk Information compiled by Stephanie Foran ‘08, Magaret Bonnai ‘09, and Deanna Postlewait ‘10 Illustrations by Alex Parkin ‘08 Mike Huckabee (R) John McCain (R) Ronald “Ron” Paul (R) Wii goes mature with No More Heroes Birthday: 8/29/36 Party: While running as a Republican, Paul has Birthday: 8/24/55 College(s): United States Naval Academy previously identified himself as a Libertarian Matt Neuteboom ‘08 Travis was once a professional College(s): BS- Ouachita Baptist University , Spouse/Children: Married twice, first to Carol Birthday: 8/20/35 Luchador, so if you do happen to JD- John Brown University (1991), JD- Shepp; Currently to Cindy College(s): Gettysburg College What would you do if you spent run out of batteries in the middle of Ouachita Baptist University (1992) Hensley McCain/Meghan, JD- Duke University School of Medicine all of your money on a woman at a battle, you can take down your Spouse/Children: Janet /John Mark, David, and Bridget, John, and James Spouse/Children: Carol Paul/Ronnie, Lori, Rand, bar one night and needed cash fast? enemies with wrestling moves. Sarah Huckabee McCain Robert, and Joy Paul Would you pick up a quick shift at In fact, Travis’ character should Obstacle: Public comments have drawn much Obstacle: Has had Obstacle: Has not seen much popularity in polls work? Would you ask your parents? be a huge indication of how absurd criticism recurrent skin cancer. thus far If you’ve played No More Heroes, this game can get. His mannerisms, the correct answer would be to hunt personality, and gestures borderline He is for the death penalty McCain’s politics Ron Paul is the only 2008 Republican down the world’s top assassins for between crude and childish. With and anti-gun control. He is have been described as being candidate to have spoken money, fame, and most importantly, slicked back hair and stylish shades, strongly opposed to mostly conservative. He out against the Iraq women. it’s no wonder that the developers abortion. Huckabee opposes torture for POWs. War. He advocates Following their previous game chose to model him after Johnny supports placing an He is pro-life and believes in bringing the Killer7, developer Grasshopper Knoxville. amendment in the US free trade, favors private troops home from Manufacture and director Goichi It is surprising to see, Suda (aka Suda 51) continue their Google Image however, that there are some constitution that social security accounts, and opposes socialized all military bases. Travis Touchdown crosses swords with one of his rival assassins. would only legalize health care. Supports school vouchers, capital He opposes birth- stream of quirky titles on the touchingly poignant moments marriage between men punishment, mandatory sentencing, and welfare right citizenship, Nintendo Wii with No More position by killing every other The game is played similarly to during the game, especially when and women. He would reform. He acknowledges global warming and his amnesty and sup- Heroes. assassin along the way. the GTA series of games, with an open finally confronting the assassins support the FairTax policies on the environment are more liberal than ports tighter border The game is set in the fictional At a first glance, No More city to explore and people to meet. themselves. It’s a welcome (consumption tax) rather the rest of his party. McCain supports amnesty control and ending welfare town of Santa Destroy, California, Heroes is a major departure from After you are recruited by the UAA surprise, as the deep moments than the current tax and eventual legalization for illegal aliens. He also benefits for illegal aliens. where you play Travis Touchdown, Suda 51’s previous games. Rather (United Assassins Associatation) at mixed in with over-the-top fighting system. opposes the legalization of marijuana. He supports free trade, a video game nerd who becomes a than the serious, dark tone from the beginning of the game, you can go and humor gives the game a unique His foreign policy and wants to abolish the hitman after winning a beam katana Killer7, No More Heroes is to them for jobs to take out high spin. includes supports of the IRS and Federal Reserve. Paul is strongly pro off of an internet auction. ridiculous and over the top in every profile targets. Once you think you If you’ve been waiting to add War in Iraq and increase in number of troops life. He favors the use of medical marijuana and After running out of money to way. The quirky and cartoon-like are ready, you can sign up to take out some good games to your Wii present there. He thinks the Bush administration Who’ll be the opposes the War on Drugs. He has vowed never buy video games, Travis accepts a atmosphere is one of the selling the next ranked assassin above you. collection, don’t forget to buy No should consider using military force against Iran. to vote for legislation unless the measure is job and kills the No. 11 ranked points of this game. This is only Travis utilizes his beamsword More Heroes. Even though it’s had He is also an ordained Southern Baptist minister. next President? expressed clearly within the Constitution. assassin in the nation, earning him emphasized by the game’s cel- for most of the game. The thing is a relatively quiet launch, there’s no the title, but also making him a target shaded graphics and animations, amazingly powerful, but that comes doubt that it deserves to be played for other assassins. Soon he sets which give the game an almost at a price, as you have to continually by anyone who enjoys an original Barack Obama (D) Hilary Rodham Clinton (D) out to work his way to the No. 1 comic-book like feel. find batteries to power it. Luckily, and quirky game. Birthday: 08/04/1961 Birthday: 10/26/1947 Techknowledgy by David Clements ‘08 College(s): BA- Columbia University (1983), JD- College(s): BA- Wellesley College (1969), JD- Harvard Law School (1991) Yale University (1973) Spouse/Children: Michelle/Malia and Sasha Obama Spouse/Children: William “Bill” /Chelsea Technology for good or bad: it’s your choice Obstacle: Would be the first African-American Clinton President Obstacle: First woman to run for President David Clements ‘08 For example, take a look at cell But yet again, many people have on people; it’s that we keep abusing phones. They could be a wonderful completely ignored the vast benefits its uses and failing to see the great Barack Obama was unable to vote on the 2002 Hilary Clinton supports reforms that would What numerous effects does new source of contact in case of an and use it for things like viewing benefits of it. I don’t think it’s up to Iraq War Resolution, but he is clearly against the war universalize healthcare by subsidizing insur- technology have on society? Opinions emergency. However, people abuse pornography and becoming “famous” the government to regulate our use of because of the remarks he made against President ance premiums for those unable to pay. on this subject are extremely varied. them by driving while using one, through YouTube. Some people are technology unless it’s something on Bush in a 2002 rally. Obama is a staunch advocate of Clinton voted in favor of the 2002 Iraq War Some people, like teenagers, think it’s wasting them on pointless calls, and destroying their social lives by the level of a terroristic threat. As universal healthcare and believes that his insurance plan Resolution. great; others, like now demanding simply talking to friends through long as the already-existing laws are as President will cut health insurance costs in half. He has She does not personally believe in abortion, grandparents, “Technology doesn’t that they come instant messaging programs as followed, the government should stay think it’s making a record of supporting anti-global warming bills and but does not believe it should be made illegal. make people stupid, with things like opposed to speaking to them in out of it and deal with other things, believes that abortion should be legally available in She supports making flag-burning illegal and is younger kids cameras, television, person. Some have even taken it so like the war in Iraq. accordance with Roe v. Wade. a strong supporter of anti-global warming. dumber. I think people make people and the internet. far as to break up with their Society itself has to make it the answer lies stupid.” Now that cell boyfriend or girlfriends through these unacceptable to abuse technology. It Black History Month Timeline somewhere in the phones have text programs. is our responsibility to show that its African Americans expandcivil rights with the Madame CJ Walker becomes the middle. Like the old saying goes, messaging capabilities, the problem As well, people think that they unnacceptalbe to drive while using a Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution. first self-made African-American “Whatever you do, do it in has only been exacerbated. are completely anonymous online, cell phone, similar to the “don’t drink millionaire. moderation.” Sadly, this rule has not Another piece of technology where they can get away with and drive” campaigns. It all comes Hiram Revels becomes the first African- 1868 1870 been followed in today’s world. that has the potential to fill the American to serve in the Senate. 1910 anything. As proven by the recent down to people using their brains to Can technology help us? world with knowledge is the event of a thirteen-year-old girl make intelligent choices. As they say, Absolutely. It’s done so in the past. internet itself. Although it is committing suicide due to “cyber “Guns don’t kill people, people kill The National 1936 1909 Jesse Owens wins four The only reason it has such a negative currently unknown who exactly bullying,” this way of thinking can people.” The same thing can be 1881 Association for the Booker T. Washington establishes Tuskegee gold medals at the reaction toward it from a lot of people invented the internet, I’m sure he have dire consequences. applied here; “Technology doesn’t Advancment of Colored University, the first U.S. institution of Olympic Games in is because so many others use it in or she had really good intentions So it’s not the fact that make people stupid, people make People (NAACP) is higher learning to have a black faculty. Berlin. founded. such stupid ways. toward how it should be used. technology has such a negative affect people stupid.” 14 - People The Patriot - W.T.H.S. March 2008 March 2008 The Patriot - W.T.H.S. Features -7 People New courses offer options Matthew Griechen ‘10 to major in environmental studies in college. It includes some math and The 2008-2009 school year will requires knowledge of algebra and it Combining humor and discipline see the addition of many new will meet unit requirements in most courses in the Science and language colleges. During the class, students teacher to help improve the Jenine Pilla’08 department, and a new Sat Review will learn about topics such as learning environment for the course. pollution, global change, and students and also present a new The road of education is paved with various The science department will population dynamics. way to obtain information. She teachers that hold the key to a student’s growing not only experience the addition of The language department will has concluded that “there is so mind. Some teacher’s lessons are glued to the facts several new courses, but also the also see the addition of two new much more to school than just of text books. But some teachers step away from rearrangement of the course courses. This year, the Chinese level work.” She feels that students that and teach from their hearts and see education sequence for the different levels of course was added, and in the next have the right to a bad day and as a complex matter that should be viewed from students. In replacement of the IPS year the school will begin to offer she declares, every possible angle. Mrs. Abigail Molotsky, a science class there are now three the second level of Chinese. Also, senior English teacher at Washington Township “Sometimes you just need courses taken from freshmen year Illustration by Bradon Heath ‘09 the Italian one course will be offered High School, feels that every student has an to let the kid doodle or not pay to junior year that incorporate many ecosystems and does not include a do not wish to take a higher level next year to juniors and seniors. In individual voice that needs to be brought forth attention.” different areas. lab course. course such as Anatomy and the Italian course basic language through writing. Molotsky has come to the Also, several new semester The new Forensic Science Physiology, but still want to gain a skills and culture will be taught. Molotsky’s style of teaching varies realization that she can not courses have been added to the list course is linked to Topics in basic understanding of human WTHS will begin to offer a SAT drastically from traditional teaching methods. She force her students to become These new courses are all College Genetics and they cover areas such anatomy. review course, that will incorporate holds class discussions in place of notes and permeable sponges and soak up Prep. They are, Astronomy, Marine as DNA fingerprinting with The science department has both verbal and math studies. This works to put books that were written ages ago all information and be able to Lauren Finneran ‘08/ The Patriot Biology, Forensic Science, Topics in polymerase chain reactions, gained another Advanced Placement course is a marking period class, in into perspective for a seventeen year old in the put it to use. She knows that Mrs. Abigail Molotsky enjoys working with students and Genetics, and Human Biology. chromatography in the forensic, and class, increasing the total to four, which the students may choose the current age. She feels that students should view English class is a forte for some watching them appreciate learning. Marine Biology, is linked to then traits and mutations in the with the addition of the AP marking period of their choice, and several sides of book or lesson to be able to draw but a drag and an academic downfall to others. Molotsky. She is on an endless journey to find Astronomy and covers topics from Topics in Genetics class. Human Environmental Science course. This it will be scheduled Monday through a conclusion for him or her self. She explains, Her job is to provide students with the tools to various ways to present her teaching material in chemistry of seawater to marine Biology is intended for students who course will benefit those who intend Thursday, as a ninth period. “I like when people don’t think inside of do well and it is within their own power to put ways that a student can easily relate to. She strikes the box.” them to use. some by comparing a unit on education to Pink Mrs. Molotsky wishes to use her job as a “I can only show them they way” said Floyd’s The Wall, or by letting the vocabulary units be transformed by the students into incising Big school strains student relationships games, or something as simple as a class Stephanie Foran ‘08 job, it proves to be harder than it Brown ’10 doesn’t see some of her many students can find relief in the Bringing literature to life discussion where ideas are thrown across the room should be. Caroline Baptist ’08 can friends because they aren’t in the weekends or days off. It’s the only like football passes. Kaitlin Shockely’09 With hectic schedules, difficult never find time to see her old friends same classes as she. time where old friends, new friends, my teachers helped me.” Molotsky was born in western Pennsylvania classes, and extracurriculars out the due to schedule conflicts and the “I only see my best friend at and couples can hang out and just be Lawler has always and later moved to Bucks County where she spent wahzoo, most students at WTHS vastness of the school. the end of the day and if I see her in together. He is well-known for the viewed teaching as a noble the majority of her childhood and teenage years. “Lawlerpalooza” that can be know what it’s like to see only a few “One of my friends takes all the hallway, we can’t even talk Days off and weekends are a profession but like most Her life didn’t stray far from the ordinary, her friends a day. If you are really lucky, art classes and she’s in Little A all because there’s so many people!” blessing. If one really wants to keep found on Youtube.com. people he had a dream job. mother was employed as a teacher, her father a you see one, maybe two. day,” stated Baptist, “None of my exclaimed Brown. a friendship strong, that’s what you But not even the stories “In the back of my lawyer, while she and her younger sister were Unfortunately for high classes are even near that part of the Despite the conflicts that have to do. It all comes down to the he tells in class give students mind, I always dreamed of both well behaved, active children. While schoolers, everyone’s schedules are wing.” spawn from this common problem, student and the decision they make. a good enough idea of Mr. being a rock star,” he said. attending William Tennet High School, Mrs. so different it’s hard to make time Girlfriends and boyfriends are Christopher Lawler. Recently, Mr. Molostky was a member of the cheerleading just to relax. Strained relationships also feeling the sting of distance and Lawler currently teaches Lawler has gotten to go on squad as well as a devoted diver. She also had a are one of the most common schedules. Most couples get to see Hit The Polls on March 11 eleventh grade English and what he calls “a fantasy great interest in the theater, which continues problems about high school, but also each other once or twice a day and a has been teaching at WTHS trip.” Over two weeks he today. one of the most fixable. few minutes before periods. But for twenty-three years. visited a few cities he had Following high school, Mrs. Molotsky By simply hanging out with the fortunately, most couples don’t Vote ! “I did some work here as always wanted to see: attended Brandeis University in Massachusetts people they like best, many students believe the scheduling problems on the Solar Panel Project a college student, so I was Berlin, Dresden, and Prague. where she graduated with a degree in English and find some relief from the demands make a difference in how they feel. Noon to 9 p.m. familiar with the community,” He enojoyed each for then went on to graduate school at Universtiy of of school, college applications, “I see my girlfriend one period Lawler said, “It was also the Alyssa Figueroa ‘08/The Patriot completely different Pennsylvania. sports, and clubs. However, with an and [occasionally] between classes,” at Washington Township High School first job I interviewed for after Mr. Lawler likes to listen to reasons. During her time spent at college, Molotsky overload of homework or a part-time said Cameron Kane ’08. Rachel college, and they liked me!” contemporary folk music. “Berlin was an entered the world of teaching. While attending While his students know amazing treasure chest of college, she met her husband Drew. Following More than 250,000 people from all Roots, the story of an African American of his eBoard where he lists his favorite books of history (mostly depressing); Dresden was an the marriage, Mrs. Molotsky moved to her over the United States participate in family, becomes the most popular General Colin Powell all time, most don’t know of his love of HGTV emotional experience because of having taught husband’s home town, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, the March on Washington. television program in history. becomes the first African and contemporary folk music. Slaughterhouse Five for the past eight years; and where they have raised their two children; Elana, 1963 American Secretary of State He also went on about his favorite teacher, Prague was an enchanting combination of ancient 13 and Dara, 9. 1977 2001 Bill Rowland who taught eleventh-grade history. architecture and the effects of newfound After an experience of teaching within the While he enjoyed Rowland’s course English was democracy,” Lawler said. schools of inner city Pennsylvania, she proceeded 1964 1983 still his favorite class in school. Students can visit Mr. Lawler during onto employment and Washington Township 1967 President Lyndon Johnson Guion Bluford becomes the first African American to go into space. “I always enjoyed reading and writing,” he homeroom, second period, and fifth period. He which she describes as being “not like anything I Thurgood Marshall becomes the signs the Civil Rights Act. said. “I had so much respect for my teachers, enjoys visitors and loves to reminisce about the expected,” but a place she loves and will probably first African American justice on the Supreme Court. and I thought I would like helping kids the way great times from previous years. spend the rest of her teaching career. Information from Msn encarta Photos by Google Compiled by Nicole Heath ‘10 8 - Commentary The Patriot - W.T.H.S. March 2008 March 2008 The Patriot - W.T.H.S. Odds & Ends - 13 Commentary Odds & Ends Take America’s youth avoids voting Batman vs. Superman Mary Faralli ‘08 The Ultimate Battle charge Katie Mount ‘09 Nikki Black ‘08 The newest generation of For over sixty years one question has been voters have been labeled by older asked. “What’s the question? Is it: why doesn’t Many students question generations as apolitical and been glue stick to the inside of the bottle? Or why does whether or not it is important or branded by critics as apathetic. the Easter bunny carry eggs? We all know rewarding to take on leadership roles We are seen as insatiable bunnies don’t lay eggs.” Oh no, neither are the and responsibilities while in high consumers of pop culture, as we question. This question is stickier than glue and school. With heavy workloads, other eagerly swallow the glamour of more epic than the Easter bunny. It’s Superman extra-curricular activities, or part- Hollywood and truly believe that vs. Batman, if they fought, who would win? time jobs, students may feel that by joining a Facebook group we have Lilyann Ling ‘08 In this corner of the ring, coming from taking on a leadership role will only done our part in protesting the war. Gotham City, we have Bruce Wayne, otherwise lead to added stress. We have left older generations reflect our generation’s ideals for educated generation to grace the known as Batman. Bruce is a suave, wealthy After being one of the directors searching for that youthful passion change and, for the first time in voting polls. Being immersed in business man, who likes to indulge in the finer for this year’s Senior Directed that once stirred changes in politics. American history, the Democratic technology since birth, we have things in life. He is unintelligent and a pompous Cabaret, I feel that students should To rid ourselves of the passiveness nomination has branched out from access to unlimited amounts of playboy that lives off of his father’s fortune. make one of their goals in high school that has characterized our what is consider-ed traditional information within seconds. With However, this is all an act to throw off any to take on a leadership role. The generation, an increase candidates, and the television and Internet, we have suspicion regarding his other identity as Batman. responsibility did lead to added in youth vote is remains be- become more socially aware and In reality he is an extremely clever man with stress, but the finished product was essential. The 2008 In 2004, the youth vote tween a woman conscious of the problems facing the intense martial arts and acrobatic skills. With his well worth everything I had to go election will give our and an African world today. In the midst of a intelligence, he invents gadgets that aid him in his through. generation a chance to peaked at 47 percent, American. Our crumbling economy, a war on foreign crime-fighting abilities. He stores them on a utility From picking out the skits, to change this label that it’s highest ever, yet still votes have a soil, the problems with Social belt that he wears; therefore he is always prepared casting, to rehearsals and the show, was so unfairly placed chance to make Security, and a deteriorating Alex Parkin ‘08 trailed behind the other with weapons on hand. Batman also outwits his Superman’s powers appear to be unlimited. However, there is still hope for Batman. every new task proved a challenge. on us, and let us step history. Our environment, young people need to opponents by always being several steps ahead He has super-strength, super-speed (which Batman made himself into a hero, so he has no I’m not going to lie and say that the up to the challenge. generation has realize that our apathetic generation of them. includes fast reflexes), vision powers (ex: x-ray true superpowers. Although that may seem like a show didn’t lead to added stress, Why is today’s argued that we may cost in the future. The youth In the other corner, we have Superman (aka vision), super-hearing and countless other drawback, it also means that he has no true because at times it drove me crazy youth not exploiting their can’t change anything anyway, vote is crucial because this election Clark Kent or Kal-El). As a child, Kal-El was abilities. Unfortunately, like most superheroes, weakness, unlike Superman. Batman is always thinking of all the things I had to get democratic right to vote? People despite voting and protesting, and will reflect how these problems are born on the alien planet of Krypton. His father he has a weakness. Superman can’t go near Kryp- prepared and would know Superman’s weakness, done just for the show, and not even between the ages of 18 and 25 have the candidates don’t appeal to young going to be dealt with and will heavily sent him to Earth because Krypton was very tonite, it renders him powerless and leaves him he would most likely have some handy-dandy counting my usual responsibilities. historically had the lowest voting people. With the youth voting affect our lives in the near future. close to being destroyed. in excruciating pain. Kryptonite in that utility belt of his. However, dealing with the turnouts. In the 2004 Presidential turnout so low, they don’t feel they I believe that our generation A married couple from Kansas found the So who would win? Superman could crush There are many factors to take into account stress of directing has made me a elections, the youth vote peaked at have to. If young people were to have needs to become more politically baby and raised him under the name of Clark his mere human competitor. Batman could strat- when answering this question. The answer is we stronger and more organized person. 47 percent, its highest rate ever, yet an increase in votes, politicians aware. We need to regain that feeling Kent. When Clark became older he developed egize his plan of defeat, but with Superman’s will never know. The more important question I had to learn very quickly how to still trailed behind the other age would be forced to listen and act on of activism that defined our parent’s super-human powers. He takes the identity of fast reflexes he’d be prepared for anything Batman is, if they are both fighting for the same cause, direct a large group of people groups. Conditions are ripe to change our beliefs if they wanted to get generation. Our generation has to Superman and uses his powers to help those in would throw at him. It seems that Batman would then why are they battling each other in the first effectively and make the most of these voting statistics and let our elected to office. realize that their voice and their vote need. be at an incredible disadvantage. place? everyone’s talents. voice be heard. The candidates Teenagers today are the most can evoke change. If I had not directed the show, I New Jersey Firsts would not have the appreciation I January Puzzle The first... now have for directors, or the The Patriot Answers confidence to take charge in front of Issue 5 - March 2008 -boardwalk in the world was built in Atlantic City (1870). a large group of people. Students should not be afraid of taking on Editor-in-Chief - Alyssa Figueroa ‘08 Word Unscramble -drive-in movie theatre was built in Camden County (1933). leadership roles, because there are Senior Editor- Rich Elles ‘08 Tech Talk Editor - Matt Neuteboom ‘08 Photo Editor - Gina Parker ‘09 Layout and Design - Journalism II 1. winter always people willing to help, and News Editor- Margaret Bonanni ‘09 Entertainment Editor - Steph Foran ‘08 -national historic park in America was built in Moorestown (1933). the experience will prove to be Commentary Editor- Mary Faralli ‘08 Book Editor - Katie Mount ‘09 Printing - Mr. Dale Biebel, Ed McGuire 2. snowman Features Editor- Nicole Heath ‘10 Sports Editor - AJ Nisbet ‘08 ‘08, Perry Wilson ‘09, Maria Brasco ‘10, rewarding and worthwhile. 3. hot chocolate Lifestyles Editor - Taylor Cohen ‘08 People Editor-Sarah Kurtz ‘10 Phil Jaffe ‘11 -airplane passenger flight was from New York to Atlantic City (1919). Senior Directed definitely Odds & Ends Editor - Lauren Finneran ‘08 What’s Happening - Lillyan Ling ‘08 Advisor - Mr. Jim Evangelisti 4. cold changed me as a person and was one 5. snow day of the most rewarding experiences The Patriot is published by the students of -saltwater taffy was produced at the Jersey shore (1970s). Washington Township High School. 6. icicle of my life. Washington Township 529 Hurffville-Cross Keys Road, Sewell, NJ 08080 High School provides numerous 7. martin luther king -condensed soup was cooked and canned in Camden County (1897). opportunities for students to step The opinions expressed in the Commentary section and all articles labeled as opinion, as well as all reviews and columns, are the views of the writer indicated in the byline. They are not meant to represent the views of The 8. snow up and take charge.Taking on such Patriot staff, the students of Washington Twp. H.S. or its administration. Unsigned editorials are meant to 9. sleet -professional basketball game was played in Trenton (1896). responsibilities gives students reflect the views of the publication. confidence, skills that will help in Final message:snowstorm all areas of life, and, most Please send all correspondence to: [email protected] -Miss America was chosen in Atlantic City (1921). importantly, a chance to shine. Compliments of www.state.nj.us 12 - What’s Happening The Patriot - W.T.H.S. March 2008 March 2008 The Patriot - W.T.H.S. Commentary - 9 What’s Happening Washington Township land disappearing Kevin Whitehead ‘10 up. All that remains is a bus lot. In addition, Hurffville, Bells, and the all school musical: On the ride to school you Whitman Square were the original DODGEBALL really can notice a change in our developments. Now there are three town. You can see the newly built more elementary schools to provide TOURNAMENT! “Seussical the Musical” Walgreens and the new brick house for the new expansions. In 1979, on Ganttown Road being worked on Thomas Jefferson was created, MARCH 13 & 14 MARCH 15 everyday. These are just a few Wedgewood in 1970, and Birches in 7:30PM 3:00PM examples of the land slowly 1968. PM PM disappearing. The house that had On a positive note, our town’s 6 - 9 formerly been where the new population is steadily growing. The 11 / 12 AUDITORIUM Walgreens stands, had been there houses are now occupied by new since the township was established. successful employers. TUESDAY The developments of these To an extent, construction commercial stores are cluttering the needs to be monitored. Contractors MARCH 19TH town. Land has become scarce due Lilyann Ling ‘08 need think, “Is this really a necessity to a surplus of development Ganttown Plaza. Now there is products were produced. Now there in our town?”. If you ask me, I don’t throughout the town. There is no Forman Mills, Commerce Bank, and is a large housing development at that think we need a Walgreens and then wildlife or farms anymore. Giuseppe’s’ Pizzeria taking its place. location. And cattycorner from our a block down have a Rite Aid. Two 11/12 GYMS What initially made the Across the street from Chestnut very own school was the original Pharmacies within one square mile township prosper has all gone to big Ridge Middle School, there was a Bunker Hill School. The district was is flat out ridiculous. I guess people businesses and housing. At one time farm known as Haines’ Farm. It was given an offer for the property by were just sick of waiting at that one a farmhouse stood at the local a cattle farm where much of its dairy Rite Aid that could not be passed light separating the two. S.U.R.E. PRESENTS WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP SOLAR PANEL REFERENDUM U.S. women ready to lead ACOUSTIC Katelyn VerSprill ‘10 Be a part

COFFEEHOUSE The United States of America has of the undergone dozens of changes since its creation. It has fought war with other countries and one within itself. This country Writers’ Bloc! and its people have witnessed presidents Sign up for make major mistakes, survived the Great Depression, and seen the Twin Towers fall. Despite all of this, we have prevailed, proof Creative Writing that the country can change and adapt as the On the international punches are thrown at it. Why then, is it & Journalism stage, Hillary Clinton VOTE: MARCH 11, 2008 impossible for Americans to even consider the option of a woman as president? would join the list of * Write poetry and short WTHS 12PM - 9PM A recent newspaper story has called famous women execu- stories. Hillary Clinton “unelectable” simply tives, including (clock- * Learn basic reporting because she is a woman. Even though she is wise from top) Golda techniques, news style, not a personal favorite of mine, this outraged Meir (Isreal), Margaret Commerce Bank Arts Centre upcoming events me. This country has seen triumphs and Thatcher (Great layout and page design. tragedies alike yet it cannot fathom the idea Britain), and Benazir * See your work published Event Date Ticket Prices of a female in power. Bhutto (Pakistan) Women have made tremendous strides in The Patriot. Thursday, Mar. 13 in recent years. Many have found their place in spreadsheet than a fried egg. Women no longer Blast! $47 - $57 the work force, want or deserve to belong in the June Cleever Talk to your counselor 7:30 pm becoming role of the obedient house wife. or see/email A recent newspaper CEOs of major Old-fashioned thinking does not belong in Mr. James Evangelisti story has called Hillary companies and politics. The country has handled so much in its Friday, Mar. 28 holding their two hundred years. I personally think we are (D-8) for more details. Sweet Honey In the Rock Clinton “unelectable” 8:00 pm $28 - $52 March 7 own as well as ready to handle a female in office, not only because simply because she is a men. For proof it would be a drastic change from the norm but All schedule changes 6:00pm - 10:00pm woman. of this, we because it would show that women can do the need to look no work of a man. must be made before $5.00 further than our Secretary of State, Condoleezza Calling Hillary Clinton unelectable is unfair. Ring of Fire Monday, April 14 Rice. Today, it is not uncommon for a woman to While she may not be my favorite, it is wrong to $47 - $57 Cafe B June 2, 2008. (The Johnny Cash Musical) 7:30 pm have better knowledge about making a discriminate against her because she is female. 10 - Special Feature The Patriot - W.T.H.S. March 2008 March 2008 The Patriot - W.T.H.S. Special Feature - 11 A Patriot Special Feature Ivy League going loan-free Private Matt Neuteboom ‘08 College Costs Clarified For years, college costs have been vs. public the subject of many tireless rants by An education well spent? students everywhere. However, now that some colleges have decided Learning about the fiscal considerations for college to eliminate loans from their colleges financial aid packets, we may have Mary Faralli ‘08 one less thing to complain about. Four year universities vs. community college Universities all across America, Despite claims that one will including Harvard and Yale, are now receive a better education from Katie Mount ‘09 Take Psychology for example; a university offering loan-free packages to attending a private university, the would offer several dozen different selections, students. This decision was made main difference between the two is With college application deadlines rapidly such as Abnormal Psychology, Child Psychology, in order to increase the diversity of the cost to attend. Private approaching, seniors are finding themselves or even The History of Psychology. colleges, as well as encourage middle universities are entirely dependent anxiously waiting to hear from their choices. Some Another advantage to attending a university and lower class families to enroll. on their tuition to fund their may even just be starting their applications. The is the ability to receive a bachelor’s and a master’s Instead of relying on loans, expenses, but public universities are biggest question for most is where they will degree. Students who attend community college colleges will calculate a family’s given financial aid from the state, attend. Sometimes it is hard for students to choose can receive these degrees, but only if they transfer payments based off of their annual which allows them to cut the cost of between somewhere close to home, like into a university. Most times, transferring to a income, and cover the rest of the cost tuition. For example, New York community college, or going away to a university. major university can be stressful. Sometimes with grant money. By doing this, University, a private university, has There are many advantages to attending schools don’t accept certain credits from families will pay based off of what Vincent Davidoski ‘08 a tuition of $35,290 per year, no community college. The biggest benefit, which is community college, so attending a university from they can afford, and will no longer Princeton, Williams, Pomona, required to pay a substantial amount matter what state you lived in why most attend community college, is the cost. freshman year is a good way to avoid the trouble have to worry about taking out costly Amherst, Swarthmore, and Bowdoin. of money to attend the college. previously. A public university such Community college is nearly four times less of transferring. loans for college. With costs peaking at over While theoretically this opens as Rutgers University has an in-state expensive than a university. According to http:/ Also, a university offers greater social These announcements follow $40,000 a year for the nation’s top up college to a broader range of the tuition of $10,686. /www.nj.gov (the official website for the state of advantages. When going away to universities, the same ground-breaking decision colleges, this news comes as a population, it remains to be seen However, private universities New Jersey) the tuition for a full time student students meet people from all over the country. made in 2001 by Princeton blessing for debt-ridden students. It whether these techniques will prove do offer more scholarships - and the attending Gloucester County Community College They can bond over classes they are taking, future University, which promised to lower means that the country’s top-flight effective. The main deterrent to other scholarships are for more money as is only $2,880 per year. This is significantly less careers, etc. They receive the “college experience” the financial burden on students. schools may start to become colleges following suit is that only well. The cost between a private than attending a university, especially if the school of living on their own. These decisions go against a affordable. Students may no longer those that receive large sums of grant and public university may even out is not in the state you reside. Depending on the So when students think about post- trend in colleges today of loans have to choose their 2nd choice money, such as the Ivy League after scholarships are taken into school, out-of-state tuition can be nearly $10,000 secondary education, they should know that there making up a large portion of student college simply due to cost constraints schools, can afford such a move. consideration. Thus, students should more than tuition for state residents. are advantages to both choices. The key to making financial aid packets. In breaking and an education will no longer have Still, it is a giant relief to many avoid focusing on sticker prices. Another aspect of cost is room and board. the right choice is sitting down and deciding that trend, these colleges are setting to be forgone because of money. students to hear this news. By doing Usually private universities Those who attend community college are able to whatis going to work for you. a precedent for other universities to What it doesn’t mean, however, this colleges are recognizing that offer students smaller class sizes and live at home and commute to school. However, John Scuilli ‘08 follow. Universities that have is free college. Despite the fact that costs are a problem and are actually therefore allow students a more students who choose to go away to a university already made this decision to loans have been eliminated from doing something to fix it. This in interactive experience with their will typically choose to live in a dorm. Those College costs around the world eliminate loans are Harvard, Yale, packages, families will still be itself is worth celebrating. teachers. Typically, a public students will be facing a large cost for room and university tends to be much larger board alone. Lauren Finneran ‘08 adopted this idea. There are well into their 30’s. These people and students may not be able to have For example, The University of Delaware many former communist cannot afford to live on their own Is the cost of college going to affect your choice? as intimate of an educational charges around $7,000 for room and board. Their For many US college- countries in Eastern Europe because there is virtually no job experience. Also most private out of state tuition is about $19,000. So for just bound students, the high cost that offer free education in market and the incredibly high taxes universities’ names are sought after, one year, a student will be paying an estimated of tuition is one of the biggest public universities. In many of make it worse. because students may believe a $26,000. obstacles to overcome. This these countries, the free public While the cost for college can university is more prestigious than For those who are not able to afford the cost issue of tuition costs is not a university education provided be incredibly low in foreign a another one solely because of its of a university, community college is a reasonable similar obstacle in many other is better than private education. countries, it is continuing to rise in name tag. However, these “college choice. In the state of New Jersey, there is a countries around the world as The Heritage Foundation the US. According to USAtoday, stereotypes” are not always the case. program called NJ Stars. NJ Stars allows students the burden of college tuition explains that these countries the average tuition cost for a public A public university may have small within the top twenty percent of their graduation is lifted because college is provide this free tuition by 4-yr. college has risen from $9,258 classes. A private university may class to attend community college tuition free. In nearly free. Any student raising taxes to incredible in 1996-1997 to around $12,796 in have huge lecture halls. And your order for students to continue to be covered by contemplating college costs heights. In essence, the people 2006-2007. These prices continue interview, not the name of the college NJ Stars, they must take at least 12 credits and probably thinks that this is a are still paying just as much, to rise every year. In New Jersey you attended, will likely be more of maintain a 3.0 GPA. Once the two years of win-win deal. Although on the but just not directly for alone tuition has risen 9% from a deciding factor when it comes to community college are over, there are universities surface this idea seems to education. The downfall to this 2005 to 2006. getting a job. in NJ, such as Rowan University, that will solve all problems, there are system is that these highly Although college tuition in the A student’s college experience continue to allow students to attend tuition free. definitely down sides to it. taxed countries have little US is on the rise the downsides to “Yes, it is going to be a major “No, I want to go to a college “It wasn’t at first, but when is not solely composed of which There are also many advantages to attending Canada, France, and growth and high unemployment free college in foreign countries deciding factor.” that suits me best, not pays me UPenn announced its new no- school they choose to attend, but a university. Universities offer more in-depth, many European countries rates. All people can obtain a makes everything even out in the -Rozanna Barqawi ‘08, best.” loan program, it was a plus.” rather, what they do during their time specific classes for subjects. With these particular offer free college tuition, but college degree, but many long run. No matter where you go planning to attend Rowan -Nick Linker ‘08, planning to -CristinaVirgilio’08,attending on campus. Your college experience classes, the student will be able to select courses it is not only economically graduates are forced to live at in the world, there is always a price University attend University of Virginia that particularly interest them. stable countries who have home after they are until they to pay for education. UPenn will be what you make it.