Volume XLVII March 2015

The official newspaper of the Boston Latin School Chang Brings Change By Cindy Trinh (V), Contributing Writer, Anton Xue (I), News Editor & Jonathan Zou (II), Assistant News Editor

percent, from 55.4 percent to Chang’s past with charter system. “With a minority 70.5 percent, since 2011. Over schools raised some concerns background, I think Tommy 3,000 additional Advanced within the BPS community. Chang will have new perspec- Placement tests for a total of Many Bostonians oppose char- tive on student life and help 15,466 were also administered ter schools, viewing them as struggling students who are in the 2013 to 2014 school year privatization of public educa- usually of color to succeed in with no decrease in pass rates. tion. the school system. Educational The number of school days lost “During the Boston Stu- inequality is a huge issue no to suspension in ISIC support- dent Advisory Council (BSAC)’s matter where you are.” ed schools has also declined by interviews, we talked with “I am prepared to work nearly two-thirds from 2011 to Tommy Chang,” an anony- with all families to ensure quality 2014, dropping from 10,429 to mous BSAC member told The education for their children,” 3,728, as detailed in Chang's Argo. “Although he was expe- Chang said during his inter- superintendent application. rienced and qualified for the view with WBUR’s Oakes “I believe it's great BPS job, BSAC was disappointed before bursting out in fluent chose Tommy Chang as the by Dr. Chang’s preference for Spanish, stating that he is BOSTONGLOBE.COM new superintendent because charter schools. BSAC does not going to work with whatever The new face of Boston Public Schools. he has experience working oppose charter schools, but organization that is committed On a decisive vote on lion dollars in funds to LAUSD with struggling schools in feels that charter schools must to the education of the youth March 3, the Boston School over a short two months. LA. Currently, BPS is facing be held accountable for their in Boston. Committee elected Tommy In July 2012, Chang be- multiple issues such as dete- suspensions and expulsions, Boston Mayor Marty Chang to become the next came the Local Instructional riorating schools and class- and there should be a limit Walsh also showed support Boston Public Schools (BPS) Superintendent at LAUSD, rooms and academic problems. to corporate involvement in for Chang in an interview Superintendent. Chang will where he currently oversees They were planning on shut- their expansion. In addition, with the Boston Globe. “I am begin his new role on July 1, 95,000 students and 10,000 staff, ting down several schools a Dr. Chang has not done much confident that his innovative succeeding Interim Superin- and manages an annual budget while ago but I believe Tommy to support [English Language views on education will move tendent John McDonough. of approximately $984 million. Chang will be able to ap- Learners] ELL and special our students forward,” Walsh According to Chang's He led the development of ply his experience in LA to education.” said in a statement after the BPS Superintendent Applica- LAUSD’s Intensive Support improve and expand BPS,” Furthermore, Chang’s vote. “We need a transforma- tion, he joined the Los An- and Innovation Center (ISIC) said John Wang (II). victory of 5-2 votes over runner tive leader and that is Tommy geles Unified School District that supports 135 schools, Chang wishes to carry up Martinez drew disappoint- Chang.” (LAUSD), the country’s second consisting of 23 elementary on his legacy as an educa- ment from BPS families who Chang was chosen from largest school district, in April schools, 24 middle schools, tional visionary in the BPS supported Martinez. Many the four finalists picked by a 2011, where he worked as the 84 high schools and four span school system as well. “I’m cited that BPS has a student 12-member Superintendent Special Assistant at the Office schools. The 49 pilot schools very excited to partner up population that is 40 percent Search Committee. The com- of the Superintendent. There, that ISIC supports are mod- with all the people in Boston Latino, and felt that Chang mittee selected Tommy Chang, Chang collaborated with par- eled after BPS’s Pilot Schools to make our schools a beacon does not effectively represent Dana Bedden, Guadalupe ents and teachers in the Do- Network. of academics, culture and in- the student population. Guerrero and Pedro Martinez norsChooseLA.org campaign During his time at novation,” Chang expanded to Wang, however, feels that from more than 70 applicants to fund 8,000 classroom proj- LAUSD, the district saw grad- Bob Oakes during an interview Chang’s background will better since the search began in Feb- ects and brought in four mil- uation rates improve by 15.1 on WBUR’s Morning Edition. allow him to aid the BPS school ruary 2014. Juno Takes Boston by Storm By Armen Youssoufian (V), Contributing Writer

After Boston received is melting. Bus stops have not ously planned out. more than 80 inches of snow been shoveled either, forcing English Language Arts this winter, with even more students to wait in the streets. teacher Mrs. Molly Long said, on the way, teachers and stu- An anonymous student (III) “Almost all my dates for projects dents face new problems getting found herself in such a position, have been pushed back. I’m go- to school and making up for recounting, “Many of us were ing to talk with my classes to try lost time. standing on the street waiting and settle new dates for what I Transportation has be- for our bus. It ended up making have planned.” come a huge issue for teachers a two lane street into a one lane Due to the number of and students. Many buses, street with all of us standing on missed school days, teachers subway lines and commuter rail the street.” are also scrambling to help stu- trains have come late or just did Even though the city is dents prepare for national tests. not show up. This presented a trying its best to ticket those This is especially important huge issue for students trying who did not shovel their side- for students taking Advanced ARMEN YOUSSOUFIAN (V) to arrive on time. walks, they are still falling be- Placement courses as there are West Roxbury - Snow removal crew works to thaw frozen pipes. Matthias Woener (V) said, hind schedule. With signs for a national standards they need to difficult to get bare necessities, struggling to drive through the “Due to the recent delays with longer winter, there are bound reach. An anonymous student as the thawing process takes streets, many residents are still the Massachusetts Bay Trans- to be more snow, and, of course, (II) said, “I noticed a drastic up to a day per household and without water. Many of the one- portation Authority (MBTA) more delays. increase in workload for home- the equipment blocks the road. way streets blocked by worker and traffic in general, I find it Making up for lost time work given by my teachers. We An anonymous student (IV) crews caused a huge traffic takes me three times as long as from snow days has also be- tend to be rushing through the described his experience, “It problem making it frustrating it would usually take for me to come an issue. Even though material faster and less on un- was hard not having water in for everyone. get here. Now I leave earlier so I Evacuation Day has been can- derstanding and comprehend- my house, but I found myself This record-breaking can get to school on time.” celed and the school year has ing it.” Juggling studying for grateful of [sic] the clean water snowstorm has been a huge Even though the MBTA is been extended to June 30, there tests and shoveling will prove our school has.” challenge that we are facing as trying to resume regular service, are still talks of taking away to be a major hassle for some The frozen pipeline is- a community. Even with the there are other issues facing April vacation and Boston Latin students. sue has become a major prob- transportation issues and sched- students trying to get to school. School teachers are still pressed Another major issue start- lem particularly in the South uling issues, this has provided Many sidewalks are still not for time. Many of the teachers ing to affect students is frozen End, where streets have been a major learning experience on fully shoveled and some have were forced to delay or cancel pipelines. Many students’ pipe- rerouted to one-way streets. how to deal with future snow- been frozen over since the snow lesson plans they had previ- lines have frozen over, making it With the trucks and diggers storms. Page 2 Argo Boston Latin School Argo Editorial Board Editors’ Note Isabelle DeSisto, I Editor-in-Chief Anna Peng, II Editor-in-Chief As you recline awkwardly in your un- hectic, high-achieving world that is BLS. From Sylvie Stoloff, I News Editor comfortable R1 seat, reminiscing about the time Certamen to Capstone, Chinese exchange pro- Anton Xue, I News Editor when school weeks weren’t an outrageous five grams to community college, college sports to Jonathan Zou, II Assistant News Editor days long, we want you to know one important the crossword and everything in between, we’ve Sophia Tang, III Assistant News Editor thing: you aren’t alone. We all share the same got you covered. Plus, we’re excited to give all Ming Ying, II Forum Editor perpetual love-hate relationship with this win- you underclassmen yet another glimpse into the Terry Ni, II Forum Editor ter’s unwelcome guest, whose arrival is much like mysterious, glamorous (take that with sincerity Minh Trinh, II Assistant Forum Editor that of an eccentric relative. It’s fun for the first or sarcasm as you see fit) world of Class I with Malcolm DC Ekman, I A&E Editor couple days but becomes a burden pretty quickly. our senior spotlights. Vivian Herbert, II A&E Editor For example, your bizarre aunt might bring you We’d also like to extend an enthusiastic Taran Wise, I Sports Editor some presents when she visits, but soon enough THANK YOU to everyone for supporting us Lily Caffrey-Levine, II Assistant Sports Editor you get tired of her repeating the same old stories in this year’s much-anticipated carnation sale! Jeffrey Zhou, III Assistant Sports Editor and making you stay inside for “family time.” Despite days of sales stolen by the unrelenting Shirley Zhou, I Copy Editor If you haven’t managed to decode this snow, we eclipsed our goal, making over four Anli Xiang, I Copy Editor long-winded analogy, we’re talking about snow. times more than last year. Again, thanks! We hope Yujia Song, I Assistant Copy Editor Indeed, it’s safe to say that 100+ inches and eight that our attempts at humor on the slips at least Linda Qin, II Assistant Copy Editor snow days later, none of us are sure whether we made you giggle. Nathan Han, III Layout Editor Assistant Layout Editor should thank or curse this troublesome precipita- In any case, we hope that this issue sur- Riya Thomas, II Allyson Ping, III Assistant Layout Editor tion. But as we process our complicated feelings, passes your wildest dreams. Samantha To, I Photo Editor we’re excited to bring you yet another Argo issue Zoe Huang, I Photo Editor for general enjoyment and education. Much love, Kara Jianna Undag, I Assistant Photo Editor In this issue you’ll get a window into the Isabelle & Anna, Editors in Chief Samuel Ding, II Assistant Photo Editor Nathan Oalican, III Assistant Photo Editor This Issue Behind the Scenes Copy Edit Associates Bianca Ceccon, I Elisabeth Kotsalidis, II Celestine He, I Alexandra Reilinger, II Nora Quinn, I Sophia Yang, II Karen Wang, I Clare Zhou, II Jennifer Zhang, I Jachen Liu, III Greta Gaffin, II Gloria He, IV Thao Ho, II Anh Hong, IV Tien Hoang, II Erin Nuestro, IV Layout Associates Ryan Li, II Sally Zou, III Nick Dwyer, III David Chen, IV Melisa Lee, III Alicia Zou, IV Joanna Masin-Buck, III Gwen Liu, VI Emily Xie, III Lienna Peng, VI Amanda Yuan, III Hanyi Wang, VI

Faculty Advisor Kay Moon Special Thanks to Malcolm Flynn Juan Bedoya Argo Staff Hard at Work Discussion Over Pizza Patrick Hourigan Valerie Uber Calling all artists! The Argo is launching a New Logo Contest. We’ve decided that the howling wolf needs an upgrade, especially with our new, snazzy layout. So we’re soliciting submissions from YOU! Here are the guidelines: Only visual; no text Grayscale color palette Must be a compact shape (not too tall, long, skinny, etc.) Be creative! It can feature a wolf like the old logo or something relevant (for example: no random kitty cats or pizzas). You are not limited to one submission! Email your submission(s) to [email protected] or drop it off in Room 207 with your name, grade, homeroom and email by May 1. PRIZE: The winner will be awarded with a BLS prize pack from the school store—and bragging rights! This is a big deal; your work will hold a place of honor on future Argo front pages! Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions! (Note: If we don’t get something we like enough, the contest may be extended.)

The Boston Latin School Association ArgoBoston Latin School has proudly supported and funded Boston Latin School’s sports, Ad Petendum Veritatem extracurriculars, music, academics, and The Argo strives, in accordance with the highest standards of journalism, to inform and inspire its publications - including the Argo - for readers, to provide a forum for constructive debate, over 160 years. and to foster understanding among all members of the Boston Latin School community. Boston Latin School Argo News Page 3 UNited We Stand By Alicia Zou (IV), Staff Writer & Aisha Rahman (IV), Contributing Writer

Recently, the Boston Latin countries around the world, Noam Chompsky, spoke at School (BLS) Model United Na- including the United King- BosMUN. At HMUN, Kathy tions (MUN) team participated dom, Australia, Mexico, China, Calvin, president of the UN in the Harvard MUN (HMUN) Venezuela and India, join high Foundation, and Lisa Kuhn, an and Boston University MUN school conferences hosted by expert on international develop- (BosMUN) conferences. colleges in the United States ment, discussed the significance Model UN is a student- such as HMUN and BosMUN. of maintaining a strong infra- run organization where stu- This aspect of MUN con- structure and touched upon dents research current events ferences is invaluable to Mariel Acquired Immunodeficiency around the world and discuss Ehrlich (I), as her favorite part Syndrome (AIDS) and Human resolutions for each issue at of Model UN conferences is Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). MUN conferences. At these “meeting students from all over Other social activities during conferences, each student team the world and learning about committee meetings at HMUN represents a certain country and the similarities and differences consisted of social mixers, danc- MS. MOON their delegates branch off to in our lives, as I make lifelong es and even rose giving. HMUN Boston - BLS delegates compete at BOSMUN. deliberate about topics pertain- friends from around the world.” also held a fundraiser for sus- compromise on one resolution. usually more of a chance to be ing to their assigned country in HMUN ran from Thurs- tainable development, creating You really learn a lot about how in a smaller, specialized com- committees. day to Sunday while BosMUN jobs for those diagnosed with to work with people who don’t mittee." Similar to the structure of covered Friday to Sunday, usu- HIV, improving water quality, have the same position as you The BLS MUN team official United Nations, MUN ally from 9 o’clock in the morn- increasing the capacity for the do, and you learn the impor- viewed the conferences as a way committees vary, with some ing to late evening, with varying founding of non-government tance of debate.” of accumulating good practice being over 100 delegates and hours of debate each day. The organizations and supporting At BosMUN, Shane Quinn and experience. “The confer- others with around 50. Even so, wide variety of topics discussed schools. Additionally, Harvard (I) won Honorable Mention ences are a great way to bring they all share a common goal: at committees included Euro- students offered tours of the and Emily Xie (III) won Best together people from all around to write and pass resolutions pean Union economic growth in campus. Delegate. the world to discuss things that alongside delegates from other 2012, empowering women and Helen Skerrett (I), who Commenting on the na- everyone is passionate about,” schools, states and countries. girls around the world, trans- represented Latvia as part of ture of the two conferences, says Helen Skerrett (I). Like- Delegates join in alliances with boundary water development, the Historical European Union Quinn (I) states, “BLS always wise, Janna Ramadan (IV), after other students to develop a international terrorism, the committee, spoke of her experi- does much better at BosMUN. her first HMUN conference, resolution paper explaining World Health Organization and ence at HMUN: “I learned a lot HMUN is much more com- believes, “The most rewarding their agreed upon solution to global decolonization. about how the economy of the petitive and international and part would have to be learning the global issue. Besides debating, guest EU works, as well as how to because of BosMUN’s more about a very prevalent topic and Students from several speakers, such as the renowned work together with my peers to low-key environment, there is trying to find an answer.”

BLSJCL Brings Home Golden Globes Spotlight on Grace Riordan By Connie Chang (I) & Heather Forbes (I), Contributing Writers By Kate Swain-Smith (I), Contributing Writer

scores to a teacher, who updated the public poster of team standings. Teams nervously checked the deeply cares about others as is list as they switched rooms—even though they evident from her dream of being weren’t supposed to. (According to Ms. Hausey, a bilingual child-psychiatrist. such loitering clogged the hallways.) Andrew Ryan, Don't get me wrong, Grace a freshman and Advanced Certamen player from has flaws just like the rest of us! Roxbury Latin School, said that his rounds “were She mistakenly thinks she's the fun and interesting, although [he] got absolutely next Taylor Swift when belting wrecked.” Even BLS alumni joined the festivities. out during her usual 25-min- Janice Bautista (’13), a former BLSJCL Treasurer, ute shower, she demands that felt that “it [was] nice to just reconnect and see the cream cheese be perfectly faces again.” spread on her bagels, she brush- CONNIE CHANG (I) BLS - Connie Chang (I) and Julia Pan (I) wel- Next, the tournament attendees trotted to the es her teeth ten times a day, she come guests from local schools. Dining Hall for lunch. Devoted volunteers faced writes extremely slowly, and what seemed like a rush of sixies on Free Pizza she walks way too fast. But how 10 schools from Massachusetts braved the Friday to rapidly portion pizza slices and sell raffle many people do you know get incumbent snowstorm and faulty MBTA to com- tickets for a flashy Amazon Fire tablet. Since the I've had the unique bless- straight A's every year and still pete in the fifth annual Boston Latin School (BLS) preliminary rounds determined the finalists, the ing (and curse) of being best make sure the club is going up Certamen Tournament on Saturday, February 8, Certamen players who squeezed through buried friends with Grace since Pre-K. on a Tuesday? Grace can dance hosted by BLS. Certamen is a fast-paced Latin trivia their noses in their textbooks and quizzed each other Even though I towered over her classical ballet Monday through game that involves buzzer machines, moderators, on Latin trivia. Meanwhile, JCLers of all different abnormally tiny self at the age of Friday and still transform into scorekeepers and at least two competing teams of ages and from all different schools mingled. three, we have been inseparable Shakira on the weekends. She Certamen players. There are three divisions: Novice, When lunch ended, attendees rushed to the ever since. Thus, it is with full is the person you want to work Intermediate and Advanced. BLS Junior Classical auditorium to watch the heart-pounding finals of confidence that I can say that with on a project, and the one League (JCL) sponsor Magistra Sherilyn Hausey and the tournament. Spectators sat on the edge of their Grace is the best person I have who will hold your hair (when BLS JCL Triumvirgo Linda Qin (II) spearheaded the seats. Mary Dao (I), a volunteer who is taking her ever met, in every way. your elastic breaks, duh). She tournament. This year, the theme of the tournament sixth year of Latin, admits that she was “surprised Ever since July 16, 1997, is D1 on the Varsity Eating was “The Purple and Golden Globes.” with how much the Novice [team] knew... they Grace has ruled over her king- team, the world's best partner Heart-shaped donuts, homemade cookies knew more than [she] did.” dom of J.P. (Jamaica Plain). At in crime, and has an infectious and the famous coconut chocolate muffins crafted We are proud to say that BLSJCL represented age three, Grace successfully laugh. by Katie Duckworth (I) enticed tournament attend- the “sumus primi” spirit of Boston Latin School. established World Peace and Next year will be the first ees as they entered the hallowed halls of Boston The Novice, Intermediate and Advanced teams all decided that striped leggings time in twelve years that Grace Latin School. These sugary goodies raised money made it to finals—and took home a gold trophy. and polka-dotted shirts did won't be by my side on the for BLSJCL and provided Certamen players with Congratulations to Jairam Rao (V), Clair Fu (V) indeed match. At age six, Grace first day of school, but some- brain fuel to compete at their best—a win-win situ- and Fahad Anwar (V) of the Novice team; Nestoras rescued me from a chairlift where out there, probably in ation. This was only the beginning of what would Apodiakos (IV), Ting Wei Li (IV), Jonathan Yuan on our families' ski-trip from Michigan, some lucky room- become an incredible day of competition and fun (IV) and Anna Aldins (IV) of the Intermediate team; hell, and by the age of eight, mate will have unknowingly at BLS. and finally, William Gao (II), Dan Sherman (II), and Grace single-handedly start- just met the friend of a lifetime. The tournament opened with a hilarious, Brian Zick (I) of the Advanced team. ed the “cut-your-own-front- Grace is the most loyal, witty, original, insightful and theatrically game- Of course, congratulations are also in order bangs” trend. At summer camps caring, smart, bossy, strange, changing skit by Connie Chang (I) and Julia Pan (I) to the entire Boston Latin School Junior Classical growing up, she was the first to passionate, and beautiful weir- that parodied the Oscars. Amid raucous applause, League. The success of their Certamen Tournament jump off the high ropes course do I know, so if you have yet Connie and Julia ushered Henry Tsang (‘14), a guest is not surprising. After all, BLSJCL is the largest and the first to make fun of to get to know her, I strongly scorekeeper and JCL celebrity, into the spotlight. JCL chapter in Massachusetts—and in the world. me for being scared of heights, suggest getting on that before Then Ms. Hausey took the stage to conclude the Our fingers are crossed for the BLSJCL Certamen demonstrating her annoying, we all graduate! I know you're opening ceremony and announce the pittings. teams as they march onward to their annual State yet lovable and competitive going to do great things, Grace, Volunteers herded players to their specific rooms Convention in May, where they will be competing nature. Grace is a dedicated and I can't wait to tear it up in in the Classics hallway. against tons of schools from all over Massachusetts. friend to so many people here the nursing home one day when After each round, a scorekeeper reported the Bonam Fortunam! at Boston Latin School, and she we get old together. Page 4 News Boston Latin School Argo A Talk with Dr. Mooney Teta By Sylvie Stoloff (I), News Editor

As the end of the school year is in the works. Tenta- teachers interested in develop- educate each student, based percent for the 2016 fiscal year. year approaches, district of- tively titled, “Introduction to ing them in addition to new on factors like grade level 2016 will be a year full of ficials are beginning to iron Classical Humanities,” the courses, though concrete plans and competency with Eng- change indeed, as Superinten- out details for next year. Dur- course combines elements are not yet made. lish. Each student’s per-pupil dent Tommy Chang assumes ing a meeting in mid-January, of literature, history, arts, “We plan to consider amount follows the student his new position. This could the Boston School Committee science and classics into a proposals next fall for poten- to whichever Boston Public open doors for even more approved grants worth a com- research-and-writing-based tial inclusion in next year's Schools (BPS) school they at- changes here at BLS in years bined total of 551,120 dollars curriculum. A team of faculty, course selection,” Headmaster tend. As a result, the money to come. to schools in the district. Argo headed by Mr. Mulhern, is Mooney Teta stated. allocated to schools is subject “Of course, with any sig- caught up with Headmaster working to plan this interdisci- On the financial side, to change each year. nificant change in leadership, Mooney Teta to discuss what plinary course. To make room one development in particular Even though BLS is fund- current practices may be ex- recent state funding decisions for it in the Class VI schedule, has been great for the school. ed at the lowest level per pupil amined and revised,” says could mean for Boston Latin their current Reading and “Weighted student funding,” in the district, its “efficien- Headmaster Mooney Teta. School (BLS), along with other Writing courses will be com- a practice just four years old, cies,” says the headmaster, She is certainly optimis- developments considered by bined into English 7. has increased funding for BLS. lead to an increase in resources tic: “I look forward to working the administration. The much-anticipated This process allocates money through the weighted system. with our new superintendent Prevalent among the addition of semester-based to schools based on the cost In addition, Mayor Walsh to share experiences from the administration's plans are courses is also being dis- to educate their individual has announced his intent to headmaster perspective and changes to the curriculum. cussed. According to Head- student body. District officials increase the city’s allocations specifically the unique nature A new course for sixies next master Mooney Teta, there are calculate how much it costs to to the district by three to four and history of BLS.” Langer Brings New Life to BLS Science By Louis Delano (II), Contributing Writer

On Tuesday, March 3, ogy Club students about his across a job at Children’s Hos- Dr. Langer’s discovery to see how far research can go, the Boston Latin School (BLS) path to success. As soon as pital in Boston where he had set the precedent for localized especially at BLS. With such Biology Club held its first pre- he graduated from college, he the opportunity to work with medicine. It has also been used accomplished professors living sentation in the Seevak Room, knew that he wanted to make a a leading oncologist on the to structure new tissues for right nearby, more visits like featuring world-renowned significant impact on the world. forefront of the study of “me- burn victims and to help cure that of Dr. Langer are highly chemical engineer Dr. Robert He was so committed to this tastasis”—the process by which paralysis in several victims of likely. According to Kevin Yang S. Langer. ideal that he turned down many cancer spreads. A subset of me- car accidents. (II), president of the Biology It was a big deal for the job offers from fuel companies, tastasis is “angiogenesis”—the Inspired after the pre- Club, there may be another club to clinch such a decorated even though millions of dollars process by which cancer cells sentation, Daniel Sherman (II) speaker later this year. speaker with such an impres- were on the table. create new blood vessels in or- shares, “Hearing an actual Biology Club students sive career. Currently a profes- Instead, Langer spent the der to gain nutrients and spread speaker talk about his own ex- found it valuable to have such sor at the Massachusetts Insti- first several years of his career through the body. periences in the real world a scientific experience outside tute of Technology, Dr. Langer rather unsuccessfully attempt- After years of research, provides you with a very spe- of the classroom; it brought to has been cited more times ing to redesign high school Langer developed a method cialized perspective of an area life the concepts they learned in than any other person and has chemistry curriculums so that for angiogenesis inhibition, and delineates how far research school. Interested in becoming received the Queen Elizabeth students could share the same one of only four currently ap- and development can go in that a famous scientist yourself? Dr. Prize for Engineering, the high- passion for science that he proved by the Food and Drug field.” Langer has some advice: “Learn est possible award in that field. developed. Administration for treating Even in high school, the fundamentals and keep Langer spoke to the Biol- Eventually, he stumbled cancer. students may have the chance your options open.”

Spotlight on Amias Callender Capstone Projects Underway By Hannah Silva (I), Contributing Writer By Vicky Grinberg (I) & Cassidy Giacoppo (I), Staff Writers

Many have heard of the school’s pilot is also exploring the arts with his Capstone tended every home game. He Capstone course and its unique individual- project. Check out the Arts and Entertain- didn’t miss a single one. He was ized requirements. But where are the Cap- ment section to learn more about his recent their biggest fan/supporter. If stone students now, six months into their drum circle! you thought he went MIA on year-long independent projects? Many of Another student, Mia Yee (I), is focus- the weekends, he was probably them are holding Capstone-related work- ing on bringing awareness to developmental at a hockey game. shops, which have peppered the schedules disorders He’s extremely dedicated. of Boston Latin School (BLS) students over in our community, with a focus on au- On December 2, 1996, When he sets his mind to it, he the past few weeks. The outcomes of certain tism. She holds workshops every Wednesday God’s Country, aka Dorchester, does everything in his power to Capstone projects could affect others in the (in room 207 from 2:30-3:30) for students was blessed with the birth of the stay committed and complete future. whose siblings have such disorders. Mia has one and only Amias Myles Cal- the task. When he agreed to One such project is that of Leila Erbay had a number of guest speakers attend her lender. Growing up in Dorches- take on the role of being Finesse (I). A ballerina herself, Leila is working on a workshops, some of which include: a BLS ter, Amias had to take on many Master, he agreed to an entirely project “driven by the idea to bring dance into alum who has a sibling with Down Syndrome, responsibilities, one of which new lifestyle. He makes finess- the curriculum at BLS as an elective.” an educator of people with special needs and was being Finesse Master. He is ing look easy, when in reality, it She will be holding three experimental a mother whose child has Aspergers. Mia moving up in the world; he was is a lot of hard work. dance classes, taught by experienced dance hopes to launch an online forum of the same recently crowned King Finesse. Amias Callender is one of teachers. Leila hopes that offering dance nature, which will be released in the next I’m sure many of you the most hardworking people I classes at BLS will inspire the student body few weeks. know him. If you don’t, you know. He was recently selected and even those outside it, as it carries a pow- “It's been really awesome to connect have probably at least seen his to be the coordinator of the erful message. with others who go through similar things hair in the halls at school, be- Ward Fellowship, meaning that “Dance is for everyone; it does not dis- and also to learn new perspectives," says Mia. ing late to class. You may even he will be interning in Judge criminate,” says Leila. “You are the one who Jordan Owens (I) is taking a more his- be able to spot him in his huge Wolf’s office. He will take on creates the movement. And there is no stupid torical route in the class. Her project is about F-150. many responsibilities and tasks question in dance because there is no correct the experiences of African-American students Amias’s athletic career such as coordinating meet- way to dance,” she explains, highlighting a at BLS. She is interviewing current seniors started at a young age. He not ings between the Ward fellows concept that often seems lost among the rigid and alumni from as far back as the 60’s about only played football, but was and the sponsors. He worked academic courses offered now at BLS. their experiences at BLS. Her project will also a hockey star. Although hard to earn this position. They Olivia Zorn’s (I) project revolves around culminate in a website with transcripts of his hockey career did not last picked the perfect person. visual art. On Saturday, February 28, she held the interviews and background information too long, his football one did. Amias intends to major in a workshop on appreciating abstract art. Par- about the school. Amias played on the school business management. He will ticipants engaged in a number of exercises. In Many Capstone students have described football team as a linebacker/ be successful wherever he ends one, students tried to explain abstract pieces it as extremely taxing but some enjoy the ex- defensive end, but what I think up, and continue spreading his to their friends, who would then try to paint perience nevertheless. Says Jordan Owens (I), is even more impressive is his finessing abilities to everyone he what was described to them. Another activity “Capstone is by far the hardest class that I've dedication to the Girls’ Varsity meets, just like he has to me. It’s challenged students to create their own ab- taken at BLS, but the fact that it's completely Hockey Team. been an honor to be graced with stract art inspired by a pre-assigned emotion. self-driven and about a topic that interests me This season, Amias at- his friendship this year. Capstone student Reuben Gifford (I) makes it that much more rewarding.” Boston Latin School Argo News Page 5 Chinese Exchange Students Come to BLS By Sophia Tang (III), Assistant News Editor

Just in time for the Chi- BLS compared to their primary nese New Year, Boston Lat- focus on academics,” said host in School (BLS) welcomed Allegra Rollo (III). students from the Beijing "One thing that my Chi- No.8 High School on January nese student was really in- 30 as a part of their annual terested in was how much Chinese exchange program. food we had, [which was] This program aims to pro- much more than he had back vide Chinese students with an at home," said Owen Wood- understanding of American cock (III). students’ daily academic lives. This was one of two Furthermore, students hosted Chinese exchange programs these exchange students at at BLS. The other included home, contributing a first- students from the Experi- hand experience of American mental High School Attached culture. to Beijing Normal University, The Chinese students who participated in the Har- ISABELLE DESISTO (I) ISABELLE DESISTO spent one week shadowing BLS vard Model United Nations BLS - Exchange student gives her presentation. students in school, although Conference. They stayed with this was limited due to the BLS host families for two weeks “I was very impressed programs have created new which was not part of the two snow days. During this time and visited New York for one by how well they were able to academic opportunities and exchange programs, brought a they became acquainted with a week. They then briefly re- deal with the vocabulary. The new friendships with students show to BLS as a part of their schedule already familiar with turned to BLS to present proj- reading I assigned them was across the world. “Happy Chinese New Year” BLS students. ects on American culture and from regular high school text- “It is always so interest- performance tour in the United “At first the students were history, which they completed books [used in America],” she ing to compare and contrast States. The High School Affili- slightly overwhelmed with the with the guidance of the BLS said. our daily routines and cultures. ated to Renmin University of busy and dynamic schedules history teachers. During this course, Mr. One of the best parts has been China showed off professional of BLS students...they noticed Ms. Clara Webb, an Ad- Kennelly took the students on keeping in touch with my training in the skills of dance a lot of differences between vanced Placement World His- a trip to the Freedom Trail, vis- exchange students after they and sword with performances BLS and Beijing No. 8 School— tory and European History iting notable sites like the Old stayed with us—it has defi- such as the Chinese dances Shi the most prevalent being the teacher, headed one of these State House and the location of nitely fostered the start of great Feng and Kingdom of Women, amount of importance on all research projects on the Ameri- the Boston Massacre. friendships!” said Rollo. wildly impressing their BLS kinds of extracurriculars at can Revolution. The Chinese exchange Another Chinese school, audience.

Students Venture to Strasbourg Spotlight on Speech & Debate By Theresa Macdonald (IV), Contributing Writer By Ben Wu (IV), Staff Writer

Have you ever wanted our organization of a team,” to win an argument? Settle remarks Annie Miall (IV). disputes simply by just us- Captain Jaysing describes ing your words? Fortunately, the heated rivalry that has Boston Latin School has its arisen as BLS steadily climbed very own Speech and Debate the ranks: “This year we are club. The club is divided into extremely competitive. We ri- two sections, as shown in the val schools like Newton South name: Speech Squad and De- (one of the best debate teams bate Team. The Speech Squad in the league) and Lincoln Sud- MS. BLACKLER is run by Sophia Tang (III) and bury (another great team).” Strasbourg - BLS students with their French hosts in front of the Lycée des Pontonniers. the Debate Team sails under Along with their out- the captainship of Anna Jay- standing sister team, the From February 10 to 22, 20 Boston Lat- came au naturel with the help of their French sing (I). Speech Squad also boasts repu- in School (BLS) students traveled to Stras- correspondents, expanding their vocabulary and The club meets on Tues- table achievements that result bourg, France to participate in BLS’s exchange improving language skills. days, in room 115, from 2:30 from blood, sweat and Dunkin’ program with Lyccée des Pontonniers. There, Students were greeted with a warm wel- to 4:00. under the advisory of Donuts. Meetings focus on re- these students put their language skills come from the American Consul in Strasbourg. Ms. Amelie Baker. In addition, hearsing speeches until every to the test and experienced authentic French They then met the mayor and attended classes Coach Keith West and As- sentence, word and pause is culture. at Lycée des Pontonniers with their correspon- sistant Coach Towsif Ahasan precise and flows without a “The trip is good for students because the dents. Enjoying the warm weather, the students have been invaluable assets second thought. At the Newton tendency towards global education is really high saw many sights on their trip, including the for the club. Captain Jaysing South Winter Festival on Jan in schools,” says French teacher, Madame Carole European Parliament, as well as museums, recaps her experience, “When 10, 2015, three BLS students Lapointe-Prospere, who hopes the trip helped castles and cathedrals. They attended a handball I first started, our teams would brought back awards in the her students be more immersed in French lan- game, a popular sport in the region, and took a rarely leave tournaments with Novice Reading category: guage and culture. “When the kids travel on an tour around Le Petit France, a historic part of winning records and now Clare Zhou (II) second, Sophia exchange trip, they have the opportunity to go to Strasbourg. we rarely leave with losing Tang (III) third and Allyson school there and see the differences between the Not only did the students see many records and very often make Ping (III) seventh. two [school] systems. They also get new ideas amazing sights, but also they fostered it to finals rounds. It has been As any sports team re- for themselves.” friendships with their French correspondents. amazing to watch it grow into quires hours of hard work and The students travelled to Strasbourg, in “I think my favorite part was just being able to something so great, and we a high level of commitment, northeastern France, where they resided with meet so many cool people from other places with couldn't have done it without the Speech and Debate club their host families. different cultures,” says Flaherty. our faculty advisers and our is no different. Both Cap- “It was a little bit scary at first because The BLS travelers are looking forward to coaches Toast [Towsif Ahasan] tain Jaysing and Lieutenant I didn’t really know them at all,” says Teresa welcoming the French students when they visit and Keith.” Tang look for students who Flaherty (III). “But after a while I got really Boston in late March. “It’s going to be really fun A typical Debate Team are dedicated, motivated and comfortable with them.” because they got to show us around their city meeting consists of discussion truly interested in the art of Angel Gracia (III) shared similar posi- and now we get to show them around ours,” on the monthly topic, followed speaking. With two upcoming tive experiences about the host families. “One Flaherty adds. by analyzing arguments and competitions, one on March of the best things from the trip was that we “I’m really excited,” Liliana Severin (IV) overall skill building. Their 21 for the Speech Squad and were living with French families. This re- said. “I feel like they’re going to really under- preparations have paid off, the other hosted by BLS on ally made it easier to immerse ourselves stand what we felt when we went to France: with BLS recently placing the twenty-eighth for Debate into the local culture. We ate their food, coming to a foreign country and being in a new third at a tournament. “I've Team, we wish them the best asked questions about daily life and learned person’s home.” been in the speech and debate of luck and reaffirm the two about the norms in Strasbourg, France,” she Severin enthusiastically recommends the team ever since sixie year; it words that every Latin School comments. “I got a genuine French experience.” exchange experience. “France is really beauti- has been three years and I've student, whether a shy sixie Despite the initial language communica- ful,” she says. “If you have the chance to go there seen so much improvement or confident senior, knows: tion challenges, BLS students thrived and be- you definitely should.” not only in the results but also SUMUS PRIMI. Page 6 Forum Boston Latin School Argo Lack of Sleep Has Consequences By Greta Gaffin (II), Contributing Writer

tests and can hardly stay awake A.M. start." This is despite the lower IQ than those who do during class and can't spell cor- fact that “[t]ransportation for not. Granted, this is a correla- rectly and I can't comprehend them is probably just as dif- tion, and not a cause, so one stuff." ficult as it would be for Boston does not know if kids with But it is not just students [students]." lower IQs tend to oversleep that think lack of sleep low- Wang has also heard of or if the lack of sleep during ers their performance. Dr. those mythical people who, the week is affecting cognitive Martin Wang, a pediatrician at despite getting very few hours ability," says Wang. A Korean Massachusetts General Hospi- a night, still seemingly manage study published just this year tal and parent of a sixie, agrees. to do just fine in school. But are showed that oversleeping, like He also thinks that the solu- they being the best they could under-sleeping, contributes to tion is a later school starting be? Well, no. "You know, when poorer academic performance. time. At his back stands the I hear those stories, the first If oversleeping does lower IQ, American Academy of Pedi- thing I wonder is how much then think of just how much NATHAN OALICAN (III) NATHAN BLS - A classroom filled with sleep-deprived students. atrics (AAP), which released healthier/better they might potential has been lost and a statement last August saying have been if they actually got how much potential has been Everybody complains are hardly able to remember that high schools should start more sleep. Meaning, for as lost because of under-sleeping. about the 7:45 A.M. start time what we had for breakfast. at 8:30 A.M. or later. And the well as they achieved their For a school that prides itself on at Boston Latin School (BLS). And then there is the circle of AAP is supported by a number goals, could their potential scholarly excellence, this is a Everyone has that despair: you stay up late, and of studies that have shown a have been improved even fur- terrible thing—how much bet- one friend who has to go to when you get home, you crash teenager is biologically pro- ther?" he says, and he is also ter could Massachusetts Com- Starbucks in the morning, immediately; then you have grammed to go to sleep at thinking about those that are prehensive Assessment System or who is barely functional to stay up late again to finish around 11:00 P.M. and wake not doing so well—could they (MCAS) scores be, how many until third period or does not your homework and it repeats up at 7:00 A.M., quite a bit be doing better if they were more prizes could be won, wear makeup except to cover again. different from the 12:30A.M.- getting a sufficient amount of how many more Ivy League the dark circles under their Lack of sleep is terrible 5:00 A.M. schedule many of sleep? acceptance letters could be sent eyes. Sleep deprivation is just a not only for your brain, but also us have. Sleeping more on the out, if only students were get- fact of life, and hey, you can al- for your grades. "Definitely, While Wang acknowl- weekends is also detrimental, ting the right amount of sleep ways sleep in on the weekend. how could it not?" says Colin edges that “the biggest deter- so you cannot just make up every night? We all know the pain Fulford (I). minant for BLS’s start time your hours at the end of the Should we start school of desperately trying to stay And that's not just se- involves transportation," he week, he says. "The research later? Emphatically, yes. If awake even in classes we enjoy nioritis—Hui Shi (V) says that points to Brookline High shows that teens who over- study after study says some- or attempting to remember the when she is sleep deprived, "I School, "which just recently sleep by more than 2 hours thing is harmful, continuing to answers to a quiz when we make stupid mistakes on my made the switch to the 8:30 per weekend night have a do it is absurd.

Spotlight on Neil Sun Google in Search of New Direction By Mindy Wu (I), Anna Li (I), Julia Pan (I), Nafisa Wara (I) & By Halle Kyne (V), Contributing Writer Victoria Wu (I), Contributing Writers We all knew it would happen one day. When asked if Google cars were a good Apple and Google are now both designing idea to pursue, Sean Keating (VI) said, “I feel the better players in our friend driverless cars aimed for release in 2020. like if they made them secure enough, they circle, but yeesh, you absolutely Maybe you won’t even have to get a drivers’ would be. If they’re driverless, there may be destroyed me. I wondered how license! We will not have to fail several times fewer crashes. I feel they’d be smarter than one already so godly in the until we can finally parallel park somewhat humans today in terms of driving abilities.” academic world could also be correctly anymore. Thomas Montgomery (V), however, a god of the video game world. We can all agree that Apple is successful questioned the safety and potential baggage I’ve enjoyed our laughs, our at mostly everything it does, but is Google the car could have: “It’s a good idea in theory, conversations, and every single serious about pushing the envelope? After but it could have many drawbacks that Google adorable, beaming smile you’ve all, Google Glass didn’t end up as the biggest and Apple can’t expect.” sent me on Snapchat. You’re an hit—sales ended quickly because of its high Yes, there could be drawbacks. For one, Mindy: I remember first absolutely lovely person, and price, which was 1,160 dollars according to traffic laws could be a problem. The Wash- meeting you in Biology 1. You I’m glad to have the chance to Business Insider. Also, let’s face it: they looked ington Post addressed this in an article and were quiet and intelligent—the call you my friend. pretty goofy and ridiculous. And does anyone wrote, “Driving is the most complicated and one who always knew where Julia: If I had to describe still remember Google Buzz? That strange regulated thing most people do. The indus- the pulmonary artery led to, or you, I would say effortless—like email-chat-conversation tool. try has begged regulators not to pass a lot of which ions flooded synapses Beyonce. You may not be aware Google’s upcoming car idea, however, new laws until the technology is all worked between neuron cells. Over the of this, but throughout 8th grade seems different and more practical than out, for fear that premature reaction could past four years, you’ve helped I referred to you as “sandwich Google Glass and, for that matter, all of its yield restraints or restrictions that prove me an [lim 1/x as x —> 0] number boy”—you always had a yel- other failed projects. Google Glass was some- unnecessary when all is said and done. But of times in math. low potato bread sandwich thing that did not really benefit anybody; it state legislatures—and states write traffic You’re reserved most of and listened to our nonsensical just made us one step closer to robots. Mean- laws—will need time to wrestle with the new the time, but when you express conversations with your bright while, the self-driving car was test-driven order.” your opinions, they’re golden. and twinkling eyes and lopsided successfully by Steve Mahan, who is blind. But once the new laws are written, they If you ever feel self-conscious, half-smile. Little did I know that A video was posted on Google’s YouTube will certainly be beneficial. Now, how could don’t worry. We love the Neil we would share many classes page on March 28, 2012. This car could aid this possibly affect Boston Latin School stu- that we know. and I would gain an amazing the elderly, the blind, the deaf, others with dents? Well, if this car does come out in 2020 or Anna: Everyone must friend. Thank you for laugh- disabilities—and who knows? Maybe the age around the projected date, your little sibling know who you are by now— ing at my jokes, showing up to limit for driving will be lowered. Just imagine (or you if you are a sixie) could be driving to whether it’s at the assembly Junior Classical League (JCL) what they’ll be able to do by 2020. school in a driverless car. Just imagine that when awards are handed out, elections and being a blessed More recently, a writer from The your car drops you off and then you go into during which everyone is left in presence in our lives. Telegraph, Josie Ensor, had the chance to go school and it drives itself back. Imagine a awe at your academic prowess, Everyone: As a friend, in a Google car in January. With the advanced 13-year-old cruising around town in a Google or during math team, where you we’re proud of how you’ve technology, the car is able to “see” with 360 car. Now you can finally drive to school and rule as a knight in shining armor changed over the past four years. degree cameras and “hear” with microphones, do your homework at the same time! No for all of the numerical damsels You smile and joke around more. as The Telegraph reported. It is even able to texting while driving? Not a problem any- in algebraic distress. You’ve been willing to try new stop at the sight of an elderly woman or an more! Every sophomore, junior and senior’s But, not many people things, like going against Anna animal. dream! know about how you can cream Li in Just Dance 2. You’ve be- This is a major technological advance- All the driving issues they have repri- people in Brawl, or the fact that come an amazing friend who can ment that should be pursued. It seems like manded us for are no longer a concern. If a you are a formidable arm-wres- also do a mean sheep impression it’s been an idea for a long time and the world blind man can drive, certainly some unfocused tler. You continue to surprise me during Bowl Full of Nouns. needs to be prepared to take this leap. This youth can. Google is finally on the right path, through that calm and collected You’ll always shine bright could change the way we live forever. If this despite many previous failures like Picasa, exterior. through the dark nights. Neil car eliminated or at least majorly decreased Buzz, Wave, Google Glass and perhaps even Nafisa: I remember the Sun Also Rises. the percentage of automobile-related deaths Google Plus. Rather than ditch the darn de- first time I played Brawl against Love, per year, then we could eliminate at least one vice, Google should certainly chase this crazy you. I pride myself as one of Your Friends or two million deaths per year. car course. Boston Latin School Argo Forum Page 7 Plans Made to Colonize Mars By Christopher Kim (II), Staff Writer

Imagine that you had space and astronomy. However, a species that explores and method is terraforming, where coming from TV rights and the chance to go to Mars. Well, they must undergo about eight pushes boundaries,” he said. they can release an excess sponsorships. Robert Zubrin, now, you can start planning and years of training, have a sense “By exploring our own planet, amount of carbon dioxide and the former chairman of the brushing up your résumé. A of humor and be able to tolerate we’ve developed technology to other chemicals to make the United States National Space Dutch nonprofit venture called the “harsh conditions” that may make our life more comfortable. atmosphere warmer. This will Society and a longtime advocate Mars One plans to send four arise. Colonists would live in Mars is the next logical step, the cause the climate to become of a privately financed human people to Mars by the year 2025. artificial pod-like habitats, grow boundary to push, to make us dramatically warmer, allowing mission to Mars, stated that he But make sure to read the fine vegetables in greenhouses and more developed still.” the icecaps to melt for water. is very skeptical that it can be print. By “one,” they mean a one get their protein from insects. Mars was chosen mainly But do people have the right to financed by broadcast revenues. way trip to Mars. That’s right; Sounds a lot like the glade from because it is like Earth and is change another planet’s climate “The initial mission could get a it’s goodbye Earth. No more Maze Runner by James Dashner. the least hostile. It has seasons, for their own needs? great deal of attention. But how family and friends, no more These individuals will also similar length of day and water The mission also affects long could you sustain interest smelling that peculiar smell most likely have psychological in its soil. The landmass of Mars the ethical matters that deal with in Martian ‘Little House on the of the woods, no more warm disorders due to the solitary nearly matches Earth’s. Ellen personal privacy. The Mars One Prairie’ at the level of revenues ocean breeze on sunny days at lifestyle that they have for the Stofan, the National Aeronautics mission is not funded by the that would be required?” the beach. rest of their life. Not being able and Space Administration’s government and will not rely on At any time, this mission Surprisingly, a staggering to see one’s loved ones and (NASA) chief scientist, said that taxes. Thus, Mr. Lansdorp has could be unsuccessful. We could 200,000 people around the world companions will drive one for all the success of robots like to find another way to earn the better use this money to improve have applied for this journey of insane sooner or later. Curiosity, sending humans to six billion dollars needed to land current technologies that could a lifetime. However, though Another problem is that no the surface “may be the only an initial crew of four people benefit the Earth’s environment the mission is plausible and human has ever experienced the way to prove life evolved on on Mars. Now, he believes he and society. Or better yet, the interesting, the disadvantages conditions on Mars first-hand. Mars and what the nature of has found the “perfect plan” money could be used to feed the are more far-reaching. Many Even so, some individuals, such it is.” to raise that money. The entire countless number of starving factors could negatively impact as Bas Lansdorp, the Dutch However, we have ethics mission—from the astronauts’ people in developing countries. the outcome. engineer and entrepreneur to consider. Given that the selection and training to their We need to take the larger leap First of all, anyone can who is in charge of the Mars mission is a success, people will arrival and life on Mars—would in humankind by directing our apply for this opportunity to One mission, believe that have to make Mars habitable. be broadcast as a worldwide, footsteps toward Earth’s future stay on Mars. They do not need the colonization of Mars is How will they be able to make multi-year reality television rather than the colonization of an extensive background in essential to humans. “We’re it more similar to Earth? One show with huge revenues Mars.

Turning Snow into Dough Spotlight on Matilda Ho By Emily Xie (III), Staff Writer By Ava DePaulo (I) & Finola Joyce (I), Contributing Writers

With this winter’s snow influx being one fected by the limited services of the MBTA, with of the worst in years, the price to recover is the delays and cancellations of trains and buses. then wash it down with more undoubtedly very high. In order to alleviate the Boston Latin School also suffered a loss allergen-ridden food, than financial burden the snow has caused on local of academic time as the homeroom bell was going without. One time she and state agencies, Governor Charlie Baker extended 30 to 40 minutes in the morning to bought cookies, looked at the has requested financial aid from the federal accommodate for transportation difficulties. ingredients, said “I think I’m government to cover snow recovery costs. The In addition, students suffered major inconve- allergic to these” and ate them government should definitely send aid to cover niences as they struggled from issues caused anyway. the expenses of recovering from the storms that by snow to keep other important commitments. If Matilda insults you, have hit Boston within the past few weeks. Nafisa Wara (I) recalls, “I remember I had don’t be offended. She makes According to the Boston Globe, “If ap- an interview for college one afternoon when we fun of all of her friends. This proved by the president, it would pave the way had just resumed school, and I was originally is how she cracks herself up. for a significant infusion of federal dollars— planning on taking public transportation but Even if you’re her victim, perhaps many millions—to help reimburse had to make completely different arrange- you can’t help but laugh cities, towns, the state and certain nonprofits ments. Otherwise there would be little to no with her (but the short jokes for cleanup costs.” guarantee that I would get there on time. It’s not gotta go, Matilda, they're low Massachusetts’ Governor Charlie Baker as bad as the other nightmare stories I’ve heard If you ever hear an odd blows). Beneath her awkward was lobbying for federal disaster aid to aid state about people’s experiences on the T, though.” shuffle of feet, shoes untied demeanor, however, is a head recovery efforts through the Federal Emergency Usually disaster aid is provided on a (seriously Matilda, do you full of clever comebacks. Don’t Management Agency (FEMA) in Washington case-by-case basis, but Baker is asking the not know how to tie them?), underestimate her. D.C. at a National Governors Association FEMA to take a more holistic account of the coming towards you in the Another thing that makes meeting. storms Massachusetts has received, considering hallway, that is Matilda Ho, her such a good friend is how There have been concerns about there were four major storms in the three-week and be careful, she may just well-rounded she is; you could whether federal money can be better spent for period. run straight into you. She talk about anything with her. purposes other than covering the snow crisis in Should the request be granted, the federal can be recognized by her She can also read extremely Massachusetts, but the FEMA was spe- government would reimburse up to 75 percent large green coat and the many quickly: she reads more books cifically created for the purpose of coor of the costs of snow removal for local and state pajama bottoms she wears in a year than most have read dinating disaster response when appropriate agencies, according to WBUR. to school. Don’t be fooled in their whole lives. Matilda response overwhelms local and state level Not only would federally-provided by your first impression— loves movies and music and resources. This has definitely been the case in compensation have many tangible benefits, which would be her rolling her is extremely conversational Massachusetts, and last week Baker proposed but it would also serve as a morale booster eyes and speaking in a voice about both. to state legislature a spending bill allocating to many who have been bogged down by the dripping with sarcasm. She’s She may joke about an additional fifty million dollars for snow detrimental effects of the snow. one of the most charismatic being dumb, but she’s really removal. Khoa Nguyen (III) complains, “I always people you’ll ever meet. one of the smartest people The FEMA has aided states overwhelmed have to avoid stepping in slush during my When not at school, she you’ll meet: the definition of by snow in the past, such as New York during commute, much to my disdain, and waiting for can be found in her East Boston a know-it-all. If you try to the Buffalo snowstorm of 2006, which produced the train when it’s delayed is always so cold.” home and probably nowhere tell her some cool trivia you a total of three and a half feet of snow. Tommy Lam (II) shares the negative else: she’s a bit of a hermit. just learned, she’ll probably According to Weather.com, Boston re- sentiments, saying, “The city looks gross with Although her lifestyle is look unimpressed and say, ceived 73.3 inches of snow in one month­­, from all the dirty snow piles, and the train comes boring, her personality is “Doesn’t everyone know January 12 to February 10—almost double late all the time. Furthermore, I have to walk remarkable. The other day, that?” the amount received by Buffalo in 2006. The more carefully since I don’t have a sidewalk to my own father said I reminded Despite her diabolical massive amounts of snow caused public infra- walk on. I’ve slipped a few times. The trick is him of Matilda. laugh and her outrageous structural damage, uninsured property dam- to walk like a penguin.” If you are lucky enough to humor, Matilda is an amazing age, and loss of income for many businesses. The overall negative snow experiences know Matilda, you know that friend. Try to catch her in The federal aid would also reimburse cities, have given many a dampened view of this there is no one else in the world the hallways. She walks towns, nonprofits, and the state for the cost of substance so loved by children. There has like her. For one thing, I’ve quickly, but spends a long snow removal. been an overall lack of faith and pride in usu- never met someone allergic to time struggling up the stairs. In particular, the Massachusetts Bay ally dependable systems, such as the MBTA. so many things, yet have such She is a great listener and Transportation Authority (MBTA) has struggled Financial aid by the FEMA would provide the an adventurous palate. She conversationalist, and we are under the weight of the snow. It is estimated well-needed boost in everyone’s spirits as well would rather suffer through fortunate to have met her. We that the MBTA would need a month to recover as aid for the recovery of agencies harmed by the allergic reaction from eagerly await your snarky its services entirely. Many have been greatly af- snow. eating some mystery food and reply to our show of love! Page 8 Forum Boston Latin School Argo Is New Community College Policy Beneficial? It is a Remarkable Plan for Students It Does Not Benefit Us At All By Carol Cao (V), Contributing Writer By Reyna Han (V), Contributing Writer Education, above all else, is of the utmost importance at Boston Latin School In his 2015 State of the Union Address, President Barack Obama revealed that (BLS), and as a result, students are constantly reminded of the fact that their expe- he intended to offer free tuition to students interested in attending a two-year com- rience serves primarily as preparation for college. The importance of college was munity college. Many Americans believe that this is an ingenious idea. Yet, when the only solidified after President Obama delivered his State of the Union Address in plan is reviewed in detail, glaring flaws become more transparent. Perhaps the plan late January, in which he dedicated a section of his speech to the idea of offering isn’t so great after all. free community college to qualified students. While the plan hopes to benefit the 40 percent of Americans who choose to at- The president’s plan seeks to offer students free tuition to a two-year com- tend community college, it also bombards the other 60 percent of students who choose munity college. In order to qualify, the student must have a 2.5 grade point average to attend private universities with extra taxes. According to the Public Broadcasting (GPA) or higher, and should show that he/she is making steady progress towards Service (PBS) NewsHour, “the federal government would cover 75 percent of the obtaining a degree. If the prerequisites are met, the government will provide a average cost of community college” and the last 25 percent would need to be paid by tuition-free ride for at least two years. the state government. Needless to say, taxes will inevitably rise. The plan proposed by Obama clearly demonstrates how important a college Parents are already expected to pay taxes for public schools, which fund schools education is in America. There are many Americans, however, who lack the resources and programs in the city. Some adults, like Mr. Ruzzo, a United States history teacher, necessary to attend a typical four-year university and this inability to extend their are hesitant on the government using taxes from the state and country as funding for education jeopardizes their futures. Obama’s plan offers an opportunity that is free community college. otherwise lost to these students—an opportunity that could only serve as a benefit “I love the idea of universal junior college education; however, as far as state for them in the long run. funding goes, I would like to leave it up to state, at federal level, funded in conjunc- “It gives people the opportunity to do something and get a better job even if tion with some sort of service program. People should serve before or after college,” they can’t afford it,” said Valerie Ebbs (IV). Many low income students are college- Mr. Ruzzo explained. ready, but do not have the financial stability to attend college. The introduction “I’m not really as opposed to tax raises as others might be,” said Mrs. Arnold, of the plan allows these students to attend college, thus increasing the number of another United States history teacher. Americans attending college across the nation. The debate extends beyond the raising of taxes. The president assumes that “By the end of this decade, two in three job openings will require some higher using tax money as funding for the program would be beneficial for the country and education. Two in three. And yet, we still live in a country where too many bright, completely ignores the fact that the federal government is 18 trillion dollars in debt. striving Americans are priced out of the education they need. It’s not fair to them, This figure, bolstered with state and local debts, is estimated to reach 21.694 trillion and it’s not smart for our future. dollars by the end of 2015. This could prove to be detrimental to the nation in the future. That’s why I am sending this Congress a bold new plan to lower the cost of President Obama wishes to offer students with a 2.5 grade point average (GPA) community college — to zero,” said President Obama in his speech. free tuition to a community college. While this idea has good intentions, the program Most jobs require a higher level education, yet millions of lower-income stu- is far too lenient, which may prove to be a problem during implementation. Perhaps dents around the United States cannot reach two out of three of those job openings it would be a better idea to raise the minimum requirements. The higher standards simply because they cannot afford to obtain a degree. would promote students to work harder. With the minimum grade requirements as “I think that’s a good idea and [it will] be really beneficial, because some a C-average, students may not be as inspired to work hard to guarantee getting into people might not be able to pay for it,” said Michael Teta (V). The primary focus of good colleges. the plan is to help students who want an education but cannot obtain one because Most Boston Latin School (BLS) students assume that private universities are the of rising cost college tuition. best option after high school. The low expectations and low risks associated with com- The tuition is not offered without a price. What the student does not pay for munity college with the introduction of this plan may entice them to go to a community with money, the student pays for with effort, performance, and grades to prove college instead of the school they originally intended to attend. This will have a drastic that he/she is making the most of the opportunity. President Obama made it clear effect on the current education system, as well as the quality of education everyone in his address by saying: receives from these institutions. More people will be drawn to these community col- “There are no free rides in America. You would have to earn it. Students would leges with the promise of a free, high-caliber education. Private universities will have have to do their part by keeping their grades up. Colleges would have to do their to find new ways to appeal to students, through education quality or otherwise, to part by offering high-quality academics and helping the students actually graduate.” compete with these free institutions, or find ways to appropriately incorporate their The White House Blog claims that the plan would benefit as many as nine mil- graduates into their own programs. lion students. An increase in the number of qualified people entering the workforce “I think it’s unfair that students like me who want to go to private schools will with a degree would benefit the economy; have to work very hard to keep up at least more people would have access to better a B average if we apply to scholarships jobs that are only obtainable with a degree. and want to keep them,” proclaimed Jessie When we asked BLS students how Jiang (V). and if this plan would help the future of While free education has the potential our country, they all agreed. Wendi Gjata to benefit the country, implementing the (V) said, “Yes, more people would have plan now would be premature. The govern- an education, more of a chance. They now ment has not thoroughly reviewed the plan have the chance to become something and it may backfire as a result, with disas- great.” trous consequences. There are better ways It is a win-win situation for the new to improve education and the work force. generation. The plan calls for something Everything should be fair and rationed out that would increase opportunities for through private and community colleges those formerly inhibited due to financial so that not one person suffers more than difficulties and it would allow a whole another. While the plan has good inten- new group of students to experience the tions, it relies upon good implementation, joy that comes with a college education. something that is currently not possible. Ask the Students: Is New Community College Policy Beneficial?

Yes, because I feel like it is going to give more I think it is good, Yes, because every- opportunities to those especially for lower body has the right to who cannot afford it. class citizens who can- an education. And it would also be not afford college. So an incentive to do it there is more opportu- because there’s free nity for success. education. Charles Vadala (I) Cindy Nguyen (II) Jonathan Hall (III)

No, because it will burden people who Yes, because a lot pay taxes. I wouldn’t Yes, because it gives of people don’t have want to pay the college people who have the opportunity and tuition out of my tax few opportunities a money to have a good dollars for someone chance to educate education so it gives who couldn’t get into themselves. them a better future a school on their own in the long run. merits. Charlie Chen (IV) Angelique Jean-Noel (V) Lee Durcan (VI) Boston Latin School Argo Forum Page 9 Reprimand Judge Ginsburg By Augustus J. Viveiros (II), Contributing Writer

Have you ever fallen asleep her post, of course (Supreme her sass. It is charming, in a way. a certain confidence that cannot allowed to happen. It is nation- at the State of the Union address? Court Justice is a lifelong posi- But it is not the person who is the be found in other jobs, and as ally embarrassing, and probably If you were Supreme Court Jus- tion), but there was not even an issue—it is the policy. Disrespect the State of the Union address hurts the President’s feelings. If tice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, then official reprimand. As one can was shown to the nation’s leader, showed, this guaranteed stability we allow this kind of inappro- the answer would be yes. Dur- tell from her comment, Justice and that should warrant at least can be harmful. If a construction priate behavior in government ing the President of the United Ginsberg herself did not even a reprimand on an official level. worker were drunk on the job, he officials, where should the line States’ penultimate State of the take the matter very seriously. “This is a very intense job. would more than likely be fired. be drawn? The people running Union address, one of the biggest This shows the danger It’s the best and the hardest job Now, granted that construction our country should not be held names in the federal government of a lifelong appointment, and I’ve ever had. It takes a lot of worker probably wouldn’t be to looser standards. If anything, nodded off for a bit. And when honestly, an abuse of power – energy and staying power to do an 81-year-old woman with a they should be held to harsher asked why, the Chief Justice re- imagine what headlines would it right. I will step down when history of pancreatic cancer (or ones. Authority figures should plied “We sit there, stone-faced, have been like if an opponent I feel I can no longer do the job maybe? I have not thought much lead by example, and while my the sober judges, but we’re not of Obama had done something full steam,” said Ginsberg in a about construction) but that is political science knowledge is — at least I wasn’t —100 percent similar. There would have at recent interview. Does sleeping sort of my point. As comedian lacking, I would assume that sober.” Is this at all appropriate? least been backlash over the at perhaps the most important Tony Vivieros says, “All Ruth being publicly intoxicated is Of course not. And if it issue, but secure in her power, speech of the year constitute “no Ginsburg’s doing is making our not behavior to be emulated. were just a person with less Justice Ginsberg faces no conse- longer full steam”? I suppose it is country’s laws, not something Standards need to be set, and influence, it would have caused quences. not for me to say, but I think the nationally important like mixing those new rules should start all a huge incident. But for Justice Do not get me wrong, I am issue warrants further thought. concrete.” the way at the top, beginning Ginsberg, the whole thing was a a fan of Justice Ginsberg. I like Since the position has ul- As popular as Ginsburg with a crackdown on this type joke. She was not dismissed from her policies—and to some extent, timate job security, it promotes is, her actions should not be of behavior. Move the Tsarnaev Trial From Boston By James Han (V), Contributing Writer

In the wake of February 27th’s 2-1 On top of this prejudice is that many the whole point of a trial is to give an the Boston Marathon Bombings were of federal appeals court decision that af- potential jurors are too “personally af- American citizen a chance at proving his national infamy. There are people in other firmed that Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s trial can fected by the deadly attack” to make fair innocence? After all, the golden rule of states, however, who were less affected stay in Boston, many people in Boston are and just judgements, writes the Huffing- a court is that a defendant is considered or not at all by this event. These people pushing for a death penalty. However, ton Post. Tsarnaev killed three people and innocent until proven guilty. With so would do a much better job of judging there is no way to ensure the fairness of permanently injured many more, so how many jurors already assuming this man Tsarnaev fairly. the trial. can Massachusetts, especially Boston, be is guilty, the probability of a just trial here “The bias would be less intense I don’t like him any better than most expected to judge this man fairly? Too in Massachusetts is close to zero. elsewhere,” says Manan Pandey (III). Bostonians, but the U.S. Constitution many of some of the potential jurors’ Hui Shi (V), disagrees: “There are The ideal trial is a fair judgement grants every American citizen a fair trial, friends or family were injured heavily people who couldn’t care less.” How- of a convicted suspect. The fact that trials but because the Bombings occurred so during the bombings. Shouldn’t we, as a ever, the chance of those kinds of people are never completely fair is one that is close to home, “a questionnaire complet- nation, try to show some mercy? appearing in a possible juror’s box in most likely understood by many people. ed by 1,373 potential jurors from Eastern Many at BLS agree that we should Boston is rather low, especially with the However, we can take it upon ourselves Massachusetts showed that 85 percent of move the trial. trial so soon. to make it more fair. After all, America them already believed Tsarnaev is guilty,” “Here in Boston, the verdict will There are some people who think was founded on ideals of freedom and writes the Boston Globe. be guilty no matter what,” says Matt that it’s impossible to give Tsarnaev a justice. The trial is a way for us to preserve Tsarnaev faces the death sentence, Hoener (V). fair trial anywhere in America: “If we do those ideals. We should show that we, as and at the hands of a potentially pre- If the bias is so extreme here, why [move the trial], I don’t think much will a nation, can keep our cool, be fair, and biased jury. should we keep the trial here when change,” says Matthew Nguyen (II). Yes, maintain “Liberty and Justice for All.”

The Sacrifice for School Days Spotlight on Kadi Rufo By Adacie McEnerney (V), Contributing Writer By Juliette Bennet (I), Contributing Writer

month without some time to ourselves to deal with pressure. and reprints them because “the As Tina Noel (IV) states, font doesn't look right,” and that “I think they shouldn’t take her car is decorated with purple our Evacuation Day because leopard print wheel and seat belt they are extending the last day covers. to June 30. It would be bet- Few people are lucky ter to take Good Friday away enough to know her like I do. because it is so close to April She can be found on her couch vacation.” in mid-September already look- She is right. Since this is ing through every prom dress a public school, not everyone website that exists, while simul- celebrates Good Friday. Not Standing at only 5’1’’, most taneously watching “Say Yes to to mention that by then there of you can’t see Kadi walking in the Dress.” If you ask her what would only two weeks before a crowded hallway until she’s her comfort place is, she’ll say ANNIE TONG (VI) ANNIE TONG BLS - Say no to school on Evacuation Day. we have April vacation. We can almost right in front of you… it’s the mall, but it’s actually just wait until the break. But, when you do, you will no- the corner in her room between In the past few weeks, around 100 inches In addition, some teachers have planned tice that she is pretty, a Varsity the back wall and her dresser. If of snow have covered various parts of Boston. vacations for the summer. Most will not cancel Softball captain, and a prospec- you play “Sugar” by Maroon 5, Boston Public Schools (BPS) cancelled enough their plans just to sit in a hot classroom with a tive Boston College student. (She she’ll start screaming the lyrics. school days to extend the final day to the end of bunch of students. They will leave on their vaca- wears the sweatshirt religiously She is an expert bread-butterer June, the thirtieth. tions because they know we will not do anything once a week.) and a psycho driver, but there’s The Boston Latin School states, “Boston productive during these days. Some luckier people will nobody I would rather carry in Public Schools will hold school on Evacuation Class V teacher, Ms. Gaffey, expresses think of the “mom” friend who’s the pouring rain or make a bed Day, March 17, making our last day of school her opinion of this situation: “I realize that this always there to help anyone any- for on top of a dryer. Tuesday, June 30.” winter has created very unique circumstances where, and if you have classes Kadi, if you’re reading this, Evacuation Day was our only holiday this for all of us in BPS, and in order to deal with it, with her you’ll know that she try not to cringe! Thank you for March. This change will leave holidays like Good we have to do what we have to do. I think it is has a perfect array of rainbow being my best friend, for these Friday on April 3, Memorial Day on May 25 and going to be a little bit tough without the break in sharpies in the front pocket of her past years and what I’m sure April vacation. March, but I think we can power through, and it backpack. (If you ever borrow will be many more to come. Also, Without Evacuation Day, we do not have will make April vacation that much more sweet.” one of these sharpies and put it thanks for teaching me how to a break in March. Unfortunately, we do actu- Even though the choice of school holidays back in the wrong place—good make a sandwich the right way. ally learn things in March, and we get tired. We certainly seems weird and irrational since we do luck.) To everyone who hasn’t should have at least one day off. Without the not learn anything, we still get to play games and You probably also know had the chance to able to call break in March, everyone is going to get stressed hang out. Besides, we, as Boston Latin School that she spends most of her day Kadi your friend: just tell her and worried because they do not have a weekday kids, should take the long March as a challenge. in and out of the Zone, where you love baby tigers and she’ll to catch up on work. We cannot last an entire We can survive! she sometimes takes down signs love you. Page 10 A&E Boston Latin School Argo Inside the BLS Drum Circles By Billy Gove (II), Contributing Writer

is silenced. “So, I guess we can in the room, each donning with an instrument, Ruben start now,” he nonchalantly a bright and childlike grin. I was happy to assist. Lucia posits with a charming smirk. A look to my left and witness a Cassan (II) described how her wave of respect and admiration friend of mine, Sebastian Heiser unfamiliarity with percussion runs through me as he speaks. (I), attempting to add to the was initially cumbersome. She Turning to a painstakingly symphony of rhythm with a states, however, that “with crafted dry-erase board, triangle, creatively named after Reuben’s help, I was able to he explains the rules and its triangular features. After overcome these setbacks.” By guidelines, each grounded with the rhythm session was over, the end of the session, I felt as an emphasis on self-expression Sebastian posited that, “It’s though those around me, who as well as an overall relaxed the effort that counts, right?” had previously been strangers, attitude. “Remember, there is I nodded, not fully paying had become familiar faces. A no right or wrong in a drum attention, my eyes drawn to family of drummers, so close circle,” he kindly reminds us. something else. that not even a Disney movie MALCOM DC EKMAN (I) His supportive philosophy Francis Dwyer (I) was in could reproduce the same BLS - Students engage in rhythmic expressions together. matches that of Socrates. The the midst of a killer drum solo. campy emotions. As we filled Approaching the third chairs, participating in mindless atmosphere of acceptance is Was this heaven? If so, I was out surveys, signifying that floor, I can hear the cacophonous chatter, drums strewn about almost palpable. He leads us satisfied. I couldn’t help but ask the end of class had come, I hum of drumming in the their heels like weapons in through simple rhythms and myself, “How could a man with reentered reality. The musical distance. Is it the ravenous the midst of battle. I obtain beats, encouraging us to try such strong forearms move with bliss that had shielded us from rattle of some hippie jubilee? It a particularly tall drum and, new patterns, to explore each such agility?” As sweat dripped worries and anxieties was no must be. But as I creep closer to feeling the rhythm breath instrument fearlessly. Soon we from his pores, a thousand girls more. But I still felt relaxed. the Seevak Room on February through me, and sit quietly in begin our session, and a sense could be heard swooning across Upon hearing Ruben’s voice 24, I can tell that the noise’s anticipation. I have not used of nirvana is felt by all of those Boston. When I asked how he proclaim, “If you guys could provenance is something much a percussive instrument since included in the circle. acquired this skill, he simply help me move some of the more virtuous, more meaningful seventh grade and I am quite I peer around the circle, replied, “I am but a musical drums back to the music wing, and less foul-smelling. I open nervous that it might show. my hands colliding with my God.” Humble words from a that’d be great,” I slipped out, the door, almost blinded by It is immediately drum on tempo. When I hit humble man. and promptly departed for Ruben Gifford’s (I) gleaming evident that Ruben has held the center of the drum with my Throughout the duration home. My mood was soaring smile. Reuben is the student a jam session like this before. palm, the noise is referred to of the drum circle, I tried a variety as my feet hit the pavement responsible for the Boston Latin Although new to the world of as “bass”. To create the “tone”, of drums. It was a fun learning percussively. The effect that School drum circles and today, teaching, his ability to lead a I would strike closer to the experience, full of friendly faces. making good music with good he is accompanied by ten or class is unquestionable. As his perimeter of the drum. My No criticisms could be heard people has on your soul is so pupils. They are settled in voice begins to stir, the room eyes make contact with others and if someone was struggling simply amazing. Krieger's Corinthian Recap of the 87th Oscars By Nate Krieger (II), Staff Writer By Karina Ferzoco (II), Contributing Writer

For the next time you’re who hasn’t experienced the joy The Oscars is known for its amusing jokes, a Leading Role for her part in Still Alice. Jonathan home from school (hopefully of voting for Pedro. And that ridiculous music numbers and impassioned Kimble Simmons won Best Actor in a Supporting because you’re sick and not person should. acceptance speeches. This year’s Academy Role for his performance in Whiplash. Patricia because of the snow), here are TV SHOWS: Awards were held on February 22, 2015 and Arquette won Best Actress in a Supporting Role some suggestions on what to Freaks and Geeks, S1 E18: certainly did not disappoint. for her work in Boyhood. watch and listen to all day as you "Discos and Dragons" This year’s host was none other than Neil Birdman (or The Unexpected Virtue refuse to move from your bed This show, through no fault Patrick Harris. He is best known for his role as of Ignorance) won Best Picture; it also won and ask your parents to buy some of its own, was only one season. Barney Stinson in “How I Met Your Mother” for Cinematography, Directing and Writing: more Ramen noodles (please not That means that if you’re really and his teenage role in “Doogie Howser, M.D.” Original Screenplay. Big Hero 6 won Animated the beef flavor). productive, you can probably At this Oscars he was able to draw in 37.3 Feature Film. MOVIES: watch it all in one time-well- million people, which admittedly is the lowest The Imitation Game won Writing: Adapted Airplane! spent sick day. If not, just watch number of viewers since 2009. Nevertheless, Screenplay, and Interstellar won Visual Effects. I can’t not start the list with this episode. If you want context, Neil Patrick Harris began the show with an American Sniper won Sound Editing, and The this. I have watched this movie watch the first episode too. unforgettable performance featuring Anna Phone Call won Short Film. Whiplash won every day I have ever been sick, But if you do anything Kendrick and Jack Black. He kept the audience Sound Mixing and Film Editing. “Glory” from and each time it just gets funnier. besides sleep on your next day laughing uncontrollably throughout the night, Selma won Music, and Feast won Short Film: I swear, there are more jokes with off, check this very awesome especially when he poked fun at a scene Animated. The Grand Budapest Hotel won every viewing. You might say, episode out. You’ll be doing nerds in Birdman (or The Unexpected Virtue of Production Design, Makeup and Hairstyling, “Nate, surely you can’t be serious like me a favor, but if you like Ignorance) by introducing the next presenters Costume Design and Music: Original Score. about how good this movie is.” I good television; you’ll be doing on stage wearing only white underwear. Ida won Best Foreign Film. The winner of can be! And don’t call me Shirley. yourself an even bigger one. Some of the famous presenters at the Documentary Feature was Citizenfour, and the Goldfinger Community, S1 E23, Academy Awards were The Fault in Our Stars winner of Documentary Short Subject was Crisis James Bond James Bond “Modern Warfare, and/or S3 E3 cast member Ansel Elgort, the always beloved Hotline: Veterans Press 1. James Bond Sean Connery James “Remedial Chaos Theory” Oprah Winfrey, Massachusetts's own Ben This year’s Academy Awards were Bond James Bond James Bond Honestly, if any two Affleck and comedian Kevin Hart. especially known for the winners’ impassioned James Bond James Bond episodes can speak for This year’s In Memoriam was an especially and politically-minded speeches. Patricia Mamma Mia! themselves, it’s these two. So moving tribute, including stars like poet and Arquette’s acceptance speech called for equal And not just because the I’ll let them. I dare you to watch author Maya Angelou, and comedian and actor pay for women, which certainly got actresses Argo gives me a weird quota them and not want to get your Robin Williams. Much controversy, however, Meryl Streep and Jennifer Lopez on their feet about mentioning Pierce hands on as much of this show followed the segment over the names they did to cheer her on. Brosnan in every article I write as you can. not include, such as comedian Joan Rivers and Graham Moore’s acceptance speech for for this column. Whether you Scrubs, S6 E6, “My James Bond villain, Richard Kiel. The Imitation Game’s Best Adapted Screenplay like ABBA or not, this movie is Musical” The musical performances at the 87th win shocked the audience, for Moore told the just fun. I love this movie, and With musical gems such Oscars were hilarious as always. Tegan and audience that as a teenager he tried to commit I don’t care who knows it. If it as “Guy Love” and “Everything Sara and The Lonely Islands performed the suicide because he felt awkward and different doesn’t put a smile on your face, Comes Down to Poo.” Figure out vibrant “Everything is Awesome.” Tim McGraw and called upon all adolescents who felt out of you’re probably just not human. the context for yourself. magnificently sang “I’m Not Going to Miss You.” place to know that there is a place on earth for Or maybe you’re part human. MUSIC: Jennifer Hudson belted out “I Can’t Let Go,” and them too. Maybe you’re a cyborg. But Literally anything except John Legend and Common performed “Glory.” Common and John Legend emphasized you’re a cyborg where the human “Casimir Pulaski Day” by Sufjan Lady Gaga crooned a hauntingly beautiful that the movement that took place in Alabama half is a mean and grouchy Stevens tribute to The Sound of Music, which was 50 years ago in the movie, Glory, is still relevant human. I digress. Don’t get me wrong, this followed by an emotional hug between Lady today and motivated many to examine the Napoleon Dynamite is a fantastic song. But please, Gaga and the always stunning Julie Andrews “modern” world around them. Now, I know that most of if you want to feel better about that brought tears to viewers’ eyes. Whether it was the fashion, the acceptance you have seen this movie. You anything, ever, don’t listen to this. And what are the Academy Awards speeches, the winners or the musical probably all saw it years ago, and It will leave you a wreck. Save it without the winners? Eddie Redmayne won performances, the 87th Oscars grabbed the have been quoting it ever since. for when you want to be sad. Or Best Actor in a Leading Role for The Theory of world’s attention. Who knows what the 88th But there is at least one person when it’s raining. Or both. Everything. Julianne Moore won Best Actress in will bring? Boston Latin School Argo A&E Page 11 Better Watch Saul By John DiGiacomo (III), Contributing Writer

DUI? Dealing drugs? Bet- of Breaking Bad. At first, show- nosed "electromagnetic hyper- these things out.” means that those poor souls ter call Saul! runners Vince Gilligan, creator sensitivity” disorder; Jimmy’s Halfway through its first who haven't seen Breaking Bad Well actually, you can't. of Breaking Bad, and Peter nemesis, Howard Hamlin, who season, Better Call Saul has can still tag along and enjoy He's just the titular character Gould envisioned the spin-off co-founded Hamlin, Hamlin & only had one surprise cameo. this new program. It really is of AMC's new hit series Better as a half hour comedy. In the McGill with Chuck; and Nacho, In comparison to Break- recommended, however, that Call Saul, which airs Mon- end, they stuck to the one hour a criminal involved with the ing Bad, the show is much they take some time to watch days at 10 P.M. Besides, you drama format. local drug business. lighter in tone. It's a black Breaking Bad because the show probably aren't dealing with As previously mentioned, Lastly, there's Kim Wex- comedy whereas Breaking Bad may explore Jimmy's later life. the aforementioned problems the story follows the life of ler, a lawyer at Howard and began sort of like a black com- Nevertheless, “Better Call anyway. Hopefully. James McGill, played by co- Chuck's law firm who appears edy, but ultimately morphed Saul” has lived up to expecta- This new series is a spin- median Bob Odenkirk, and to have once been romantic into a very dark drama. tions. off of one of the most popular his attempts to procure clients. with Jimmy. Even though the char- “We already know where and critically acclaimed shows Jimmy, however, finds himself The show also features acter of Saul Goodman has he ends up, but it sure is fun of all time: Breaking Bad. The struggling with his anonymity. Breaking Bad fan favorite Mike always been one of a more watching him get dirty along story serves primarily as a pre- On top of that, he has to com- Ehrmantraut, who has yet to comic nature, Episode 4 writer the way,” stated the Chicago quel set in 2002, six years before pete with his older brother's become a big part of Jimmy's Gennifer Hutchison has hinted Sun-Times. the events of Breaking Bad, and former law firm: Hamlin, Ham- life. On the topic of other Break- that Better Call Saul may also Its February 8 premiere centers on a small-time public lin & McGill. For these reasons, ing Bad characters making undergo some change in tone: garnered 6.9 million viewers, defender, James McGill. Jimmy begins to use his past as cameos on the show, Peter “He [Jimmy] doesn't yet making it the most watched This series will follow his a scam artist to create situations Gould has said this: understand the implications of series opener in the history life leading up to the events that will get people to hire him “These are all characters the things he does. As the sea- of basic cable television. Even of Breaking Bad where he has and see him as a hero. we love. Having said that, son goes on, that's what hap- more impressive is that it has become the successful and ben- Other characters featured we're trying to make something pens—there are consequences already gotten a season two eficial lawyer, Saul Goodman. on the show include his men- that stands on its own and has to his actions.” renewal—way back in June. Rumors of the show be- tally ill older brother, Chuck, an entertainment value of not What's great about this Seriously, people, watch gan circulating in 2012 during who has stopped working for just seeing old favorites. It's not series is that it really is some- the show. You won't have any the first half of the final season his law firm due to a self-diag- a clip show. We try to balance thing of its own nature. This regrets.

Artist Spotlight on Emilio Vides-Curnen Spotlight on Katie Duckworth By Leo Gearin (IV), Contributing Writer By Clare Duckworth (I), Contributing Writer

most intriguing. She is one of the rare few who laughs out loud while reading Catullus and who is able to give a full description of any and all Greek or Roman myths. Fasci- nating. A young Tizzle in her natural habitat. Her diligence is evident through her commitment to driving stick shift, which si- Ever wonder who that multaneously brings out her dashing, knee-high clad, generosity. She graciously high-waisted-jean wearing, offers to pick up any of her hardworking beauty is? It's friends after her 12 A.M. shift, I tap the Instagram from his travels throughout Katie “Tizzle” Duckworth! which we all endlessly owe app. As I scroll through the Jordan and Guatemala. That Whether you've seen her wait- her for. Anyone who sacrifices collection of followers’ pho- picture of Petra is A+. And the ing tables at Sophia's Grotto, sleep to do someone a favor tos, I glance over the typical one of Tikal in Guatemala is single-handedly protecting is a bonafide saint. So, Tizzy, array of pictures. My eyes amazing as well. All around, the Isabella Stewart Gardner you are a saint and we are all spot a snapshot of food, his Instagram is a work of art, Museum from theft, tutor- blessed to live in your pres- the sunset, a selfie, a group but that’s an entirely different ing young’uns at Saturday ence—especially when you’re photo and the occasional article. For now, I’ll focus back Success School or becoming wearing your platform heels professionally taken portrait. to his concentrations for Ad- a conscious leader through and sippin' on that Teavana. I sigh as all these images vanced Placement Art, where INIT, you cannot deny her This girl works harder look the same. I’m reaching he is under the guidance of hardworking nature. than anyone I've ever met, has the end of the line (the point Mr. Harris, and was under Ms. Even when we were just incredible movie and music at which I ceased to refresh Walshak’s guidance last year in mere ducklings at 14 months taste and is a baddie. Her my feed the previous night Foundations of Visual Art. old, Katie's reasoning skills piercing blue eyes have read before going to bed). Soon In all honestly, I believe were ripe. While I spent 2 an infinite number of novels there will be nothing new to that Emilio’s portraits would hours of trial and error figur- and watched nearly every see, and I will have to face fit right in at the Museum of ing out how to get down one highly ranked film ever. the real world, unfulfilled by Fine Arts. The vision behind step on a set of stairs, Katie sat Her love for movies is social media. How typical. them and the finished products on her bodacious behind and so profound that she actually But then, something convey the feeling that a prac- watched me eat cement every co-founded the “BLS Art and catches my eye. It is a painted ticed hand is the mastermind time I fell. Tizzle finally got Film Appreciation Club” in figure carefully crafted from geometric shapes. behind their creation. I can picture them feeling up, teetered over to the stairs, order to share her knowledge This piece seemingly has crystals jutting out of at home in the Contemporary Wing, next to and successfully stepped of top-notch films with those the cranium and shoulders of the muse. Oth- that picture of the golden-gilded tongue that down the very same step I was of us who are clueless. ers are made up of cubes, triangles, tubes that everyone always seems to pose with, or maybe struggling to get down…ON The icing on my sister’s resemble the subway lines on the MBTA map the wall covered in multi-colored stripes posi- HER FIRST ATTEMPT. Oreo ice cream cake is that af- and a gooey substance forever suspended on tioned at striking angles. Either way, I think How does she do it? ter conquering and destroying paper. All paintings are posted by “emilio_vc,” that Emilio’s concentrations would in no way Diligence. Brains. Sleep. The the SAT and all six of her years also known as Emilio Vides-Curnen. Each is of be out of place in such an institution. latter of which she is able of Boston Latin School, she is a friend, and the shapes and colors are used to All in all, I enjoy experiencing Emilio’s to accomplish literally any- now able to tackle a whole convey their personalities via paper and paint. artistic genius through social media outlets, where—on the floor, in a new bear: Brown University. Obviously, I liked the photo. whether it’s his concentrations, photos from fetal position, on a bus or Nothing stops a Tizzle when Of course, his concentrations are all his travels or sparsely posted drawings. As on a couch. It is one of her she is hungry for knowledge. painted to perfection. I would probably be good he plans to possibly either double major in a most admirable traits… loljk. She works hard and plays at painting as well if I was a Virgo like Emilio form of art or minor in it at Brown University, Tizzle is so incredible that it is harder. is. I mean, Beyoncé is a Virgo, so I think that I do not expect him to stop posting his art on hard to pick which one of her P.S. Chat with her some- says it all about what the most talented sign is. Instagram. Who knows, maybe his work will abilities is most impressive, day, it’s quite enlightening to Not only do Emilio’s paintings put my even make an appearance in a local museum although her mastery of the speak with #MostLikelyToW- own Instagram to shame, but so do his photos sometime soon. Latin language is certainly the inJeopardy 2015. Page 12 A&E Boston Latin School Argo Gone Too Soon: Harris Wittels By Gabe Edelman (I), Contributing Writer

one is proud,” then you’ve from the past week, in which heard an authentic Wittels cre- he describes their friendship ation. Humblebrag, the twitter and illustrates just how funny account, was so popular that Wittels was. The post described despite not having posted on its how Ansari would always go twitter account in almost three to Wittels if he needed a joke years, it still has over 250,000 for a script and how they were followers, and was even turned going to move to New York City into a book. to work on a new project in the By day, Wittels was a pod- coming week. cast superstar, even hosting his When I got the news that own, “Analyse Phish”, where he Wittels had died, I was truly tried to convince people to get saddened. At the time, I was into the jam band, Phish, whom unfamiliar with his stand up, NBCUNIVERSAL TELEVISION NBCUNIVERSAL On the set - Harris as an incompetant animal control worker in Parks and Recreation. he had seen over 80 times. so I decided to watch some, Sadly, Wittels struggled with and promptly realized why On February 19, 2015, as “not even thoughts,” it was as the expertly-named “Har- drug addiction from a young Wittels had been opening for the world lost a great comedic unparalleled hilarity. Harris’s ris” on “Parks and Recreation” age and had entered rehab a few great comics like Ansari over mind. Harris Wittels was only style was so nonchalant and who was portrayed as a pervy, months prior. He was very open the years – he was hysterical 30 when he passed away. While laid-back that jokes like “People stoner animal control worker, about his drug problems, talk- on stage. A generous YouTuber you may not know Wittels by are always telling me to get an frequently advocating for top- ing about how he had fallen into has made a playlist of his “Foam name, but if you’ve ever seen adopted dog, and well, really, less parks and boasting about depression following a bad Corner” appearances, which are “Parks and Recreation,” “East- all dogs are adopted” or “I’m having his cousin’s truck for break up. The day before he just about some of the funniest bound and Down,” or “Between starting a campaign to get by- two more weeks. In “Between passed away, he remarked on things I’ve ever listened to in Two Ferns with Zach Galifiana- gones changed into something. Two Ferns” episode with Barack stage that he was sober and my life. Perhaps saddest of all, kis”, then you’ve laughed at Everyone’s always trying to let Obama, the president’s first “in a good place”. That night, Wittels passed away a mere five some of Wittels’s jokes. them be bygones” caused me joke was written by Wittels; however, Wittels overdosed days before the series finale of My first experience with to collapse into fits of laughter. simply a last-minute thought on heroin. The next day, his “Parks and Recreation,” a show Wittels was listening to him My personal favorite was either, that he pitched to help out. If “Parks and Recreation” co- he’d worked on for five years on the “Comedy Bang Bang” “I’m not getting married until you’ve ever heard of the term star Amy Poehler accepted a and for which he’d written podcast, where he did some gay people can get married. “Humblebrag”, defined in the “unite4:humanity” award and several episodes. The final epi- of his best work on the “Har- Because I’m gay [he wasn’t],” or OXFORD ENGLISH DICTION- dedicated it to him. There was sode was one of extreme happi- ris’s Foam Corner” segment “"Wheat Thins? Call me when ARY as “an ostensibly modest an outpouring of grief and ness and hope for the future, but by reading his unposted Twit- they're Wheat THICKS. Gimme or self-deprecating statement support from friends like Sarah the final shot was a black screen ter jokes. Though he himself that wheat!" whose actual purpose is to draw Silverman and Aziz Ansari. I urge with the words, “We Love You, sometimes described the jokes You may recognize him attention to something of which you to read Ansari’s blog posts Harris” on it. Spotlight on Mariel Ehrlich Fresh Off the Boat Sails into Our Hearts By Natasha Karunaratne (I), Contributing Writer By Alicia Zhang (II), Staff Writer

Eddie Huang is not Barney Stinson, in-law is a horrible driver. But Fresh Off the is extremely generous, even Walter White and certainly not Rick Grimes. Boat uses the stereotypes in order to disparate with food and Aquaphor, the He is not a courageous hero, an evil villain or the Huangs from their neighbors and does two things she loves the most! a trusty sidekick. Eddie Huang is an 11-year- so without offending anyone. The jokes are She finds the utmost pleasure old Asian boy, and although there seems to witty and perfectly timed, designed to create in the simplest of things, like be nothing special about him, his life story is laughs, not cringes. mountain lakes and a good a prime example of the struggles immigrants Despite the difficulties, the Huang piece of challah. face assimilating into American society to family manages to keep their head afloat. Mariel has taught me so pursue their American Dream. Although their restaurant is struggling, it much in the past five years that Fresh Off the Boat is the brand new is an improvement from the father, Louis, I’ve known her. She taught me production of ABC (American Broadcasting working in Jessica’s brother-in-law’s furniture how to find the best restaurants Company), loosely based on Eddie Huang’s store as a salesman. And although Jessica, a You’re sitting in the artsi- in Chinatown and get the best memoir of the same name. The show follows homemaker, has difficulties befriending the est room that JP has to offer. deals on online shopping. She Eddie’s Taiwanese family in the ‘90s, which women in her neighborhood who love to A string of lights hangs over a taught me that Birkenstocks includes his mother, father, two younger gossip and roller-skate together, she becomes patterned tapestry and swings with socks is the best way to brothers and grandmother, as they travel to friends with Nancy, a trophy wife who lives around the picture of her vol- go. She taught me that transcen- Orlando, Florida from Washington, D.C. to across the street. While Fresh of the Boat is the unteering on a Native American dentalizing is the most fun and pursue his father’s dream of opening up a story of a family struggling to assimilate, it reservation. On the other side relaxing thing you can possibly steak restaurant. While the show is unexpect- is also the ultimate testimony to Kelly Clark- of the room hangs a Hunger do on a random summer day edly hilarious and comprises of a phenomenal son’s hit song, “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill Games poster, right over the in the middle of the forest. She cast, it also touches base upon culture clashes You).” Through every challenge, obstacle or desk where you can imagine taught me what being a feminist and the struggles of maintaining heritage denigration created by those in their com- her procrastinating for hours. and humanitarian truly means. in a new environment. Due to the teasing munity, the Huangs are able to emerge, stum- Then she comes back from the She taught me how to put my- by his Caucasian classmates about aspects bling, but bonded to each other more strongly bathroom and smiles at you self in other people’s shoes and of his Asian culture, Eddie Huang rejects than ever before. While the show depicts the as you look around her room, understand everybody’s point his Taiwanese heritage and resorts to more lives of immigrants in a strange and foreign and you realize that you have of view. She taught me that “American” cultural ways in order to “fit in.” world, it also exhibits the power of family the coolest best friend that the change is natural and healthy He swaps his traditional Taiwanese lunch for through times of hardship. world has to offer. and we should all do it once in the more acceptable Lunchables and begs him What makes Fresh Off the Boat even Mariel is the person who a while. She taught me how to mother to buy him a “fresh pair of Jordans.” more remarkable is that it consists of an can remind you of all the good be who am I and love who I am. Most importantly, Eddie Huang listens to all-Asian cast, a rarity in the often ridiculed things about humanity. She can I’ve been with Mariel his favorite artist, Tupac, as inspiration and “whitewashed” Hollywood. In fact, it is the become friends with anyone through all her stages, from motivation through his struggle to cease first American television show to star an and everyone in mere seconds. Westie to nerd to hipster to just feeling like an outsider. Not only is Eddie Asian protagonist since Margaret Cho starred She could never possibly judge plain Mariel, and I have to ad- the only Asian and non-Caucasian student at in the one-season television show, All Ameri- you, no matter who you are mit, I like the last one the most of his school (except for one African American can Girl, in 1994. Although Hollywood is still or what you did. She’ll call all. WashU (in St. Louis) is about child), Eddie’s family is the only non-Cauca- prominently dominated by Caucasian actors you and talk you through that to get the most amazing girl I sian family in their entire neighborhood. and actresses, Fresh Off the Boat is a giant step assignment you really don’t know and Rwanda is about to In order to portray the differences be- in the right direction to diversify Hollywood. want to do the night before it’s meet two very small girls, ready tween the Huangs and the people of Orlando, Fresh Off the Boat is a delightful, due. She sits at her computer to save the world. As gradu- the show displays many false stereotypes extremely amusing comedy about family and and daydreams for hours upon ation approaches, I’m kind of of Asians. The Huang brothers, including identity. After airing only a few episodes, it hours as she looks at pictures of scared for what the future will Eddie, are forced to study after school instead has already proved to be a hit and has re- Indonesia, Malaysia and other bring, but when I remember that of playing outside. Eddie’s mother, Jessica, ceived many positive reviews. Expect more countries that I have no doubt Mariel is going to be in my life is obsessed with impressing her mother by fantastic episodes in the anticipated seasons she’ll visit in her lifetime. She no matter what, I feel alright. shopping for bargains. And Jessica’s brother- to come. Boston Latin School Argo A&E Page 13

Across Down 4. First major city to ban sale of plastic bottles 1. Small, to Machiavelli; a woodwind instrument 8. Acid-base titration produces ______and water 2. Car of the people 9. BLS department with the most babies 3. It’s ______, make a wish! 11. Best place to be on National Pancake Day 5. Went to Lowe’s to buy paint, but all they had was ______13. Oscar speech gaffe by 6. Star Trek’s fallen half-Vulcan 14. Sole country without a rectangular flag 7. If You’re Reading This, It’s ______15. Film causing a controversy across Russia 9. First to use the word “swagger” 20. Camels have three ______10. Celtic’s “short” addition 21. ______’s stolen and recovered Oscar dress 12. Magistra Hausey’s favorite feline 24. Skerretts, Grinbergs, Duckworths, DeSistos, O’Briens, Beers 16. Watch out for the ______as snow starts to melt on roofs! 25. U.S.’ eggplant state 17. World leader who caused a stir in Congress 26. SCOTUS set to rule on ______in June 18. “You’re ______!” -Donald Trump 28. You can find this city on every continent. (Except Antarctica) 19. _____ turtle nests make more baby females. 29. Sherlock whose namesake is a Pope 22. Nutella tycoon who died on Valentine’s day 32. A group of crows 23. Saint Patrick’s day, in Boston 34. Harper Lee’s sequel 27. Years in a score 35. Bears, ______, Battlestar Galactica 30. Crossy ______37. Male teacher trend after February break 31. World’s largest rodent 38. Mysterious cult of Jay Z, Justin Bieber, and Rihanna 33. God for whom this month is named 39. The dress is ______36. Double stuf _____

Spotlight on Mr. Nick Koechel & People Like You By Karina Ferzoco (II), Contributing Writer If one happens to be meandering through the halls of the music wing, they may be fortunate enough to be graced with a slim and dapper apparition. Some have dubbed him a musical angel (the verdict is still out on the veracity of the claim), but what’s for certain is that the moniker “Mr. Koechel” will function well enough in the interim. Nick Koechel is currently serving as a student teacher in the school’s music wing as part of the program at Berklee College of Music. In his spare time, however, he is involved in many influential indie rock/jazz bands in and around Boston. One such band, the up-and-coming indie jazz group, People Like You, features Boston Latin School (BLS) class of 2010 alumnus, Matt Hull, on trumpet. Matt was also an active participant in BLS’s music department during his time here. Moving on to bigger and better things, Matt joined People Like You, and since then they have been making major waves in the Boston music scene. That isn’t surprising, considering that they have such prominent connections to BLS. Prior to People Like You, Nick played bass for more successful bands than most Berklee students can boast, such as I Kill Giants, Strange Mangers, Palehound and Leaner, all of which have churned out high quality indiemo jams. Although correlation does not equal causation, it would not be too contentious to point to Nick’s virtuoso bass skills as a large factor in each group’s success. As we speak, Nick is embarking on an expansive tour with Palehound that is going as far as Texas, spanning almost the entire month of March. It is safe to say that he will be missed around the music wing and by the AP Music Theory class that he has been teaching. The country may not yet be ready to rock out to the degree that Palehound inevitably will, but one thing is quite certain: Nick is. Page 14 Sports Boston Latin School Argo BLS Seniors in the Cut: College Athletics By Taran Wise (I), Sports Editor

Soon enough the seniors (I) and Duncan McGaff (I). and McGaff, football. vide “growth opportunities with the academic side of higher of Boston Latin School (BLS), Martin has already com- The National Collegiate through academic achievement, education can prove daunting. Class of 2015, will have made mitted to playing soccer at Athletic Association (NCAA) high-level athletics competition The NCAA states, however, that their decisions regarding which Skidmore College. Crowley has has specific classifications for and community engagement.” as of August 2014, “on average paths to follow after graduating. committed to the University the three divisions of college Division III schools, such NCAA student-athletes gradu- A select few are contemplating of Delaware for rowing. Shen sports. Schools like Brown, U as Colby and Skidmore, offer ate at a higher rate than the participating in college sports is verbally committed to Co- Delaware, Columbia and Bar- “an integrated environment general student body.” and a handful have already lumbia University Swimming nard, Division I, “on average, that focuses on academic suc- When reached out to, five committed to doing so. Some through Barnard College, and enroll the most students, man- cess while offering competitive of the above seniors provided of these seniors include Pearse Honzik and Philémon have age the largest athletics budgets, athletics and meaningful non- answers for a couple questions Martin (I), Mary Jane Crowley done so for football at Brown offer a wide array of academic athletics opportunities.” regarding their experiences (I), Michelle Shen (I), Peter Hon- University and Colby College, programs and provide the most Regardless the division, with high school sports and zik (I), Sébastien Philémon (I), respectively. Stoloff is consider- athletics scholarships.” college sports require a large their expectations for collegiate Sylvie Stoloff (I), Brian O’Dowd ing diving, O’Dowd, baseball Division II schools pro- commitment. Balancing that sports.

Sylvie Stoloff (I) Michelle Shen (I) Peter Honzik (I) Sébastien Philémon (I) Brian O'Dowd (I)

"I look forward to having an "I am most likely going to a "Playing sports at BLS wasn't "I expect that my experience "I expect that collegiate base- instant friend group, which I college with a Division 1 pro- always that easy. We aren't playing football in college will ball would be much more de- think will make the transition gram because that is the type known for athletics, but aca- be an eye opening experi- manding but also more reward- to college a lot easier. Also of training I’d prefer. What I demics. I'm really humbled ence; the competition will be ing. I also know that in college, training trips for swim and mean by this is that people by the fact I'll be entering a much more talented but that sports teams are on the road dive are usually from tropical care as much about swim- school and football program just makes playing that much for days at a time compared places. [It’s] going to be a ming, if not more, as academ- where both sports and school more fun. I look forward to not to high school teams where hard balance though, since ics. I am looking forward to are taken very seriously by only moving on to the next you are just gone for the night. it's a huge time commitment, this investment of individuals everyone participating." level of the game I love but I assume that this would not but from what I hear it's re- as a team because I believe learning more about myself only reduce my class time, but ally fun." it really could uplift my swim- and how far my abilities can maybe hinder my social life." ming to the next level." go." Beantown’s Beanpot C.R.A.S.H.-B Rowing Event By Solomon Taieb (II), Contributing Writer By Jeffrey Zhou (III), Assistant Sports Editor

Boston. A town of winning sports cal Charlestown resident Eddie Evers (II) On March 1, the Boston Latin about pushing yourself to new limits and franchises, prestigious schools and pure commented, “Yes, I am happy with the School (BLS) Girls’ Crew team com- being the best that you can be. class. As the home to several hockey outcome. The kid’s a townie, I’m ecstatic.” peted in Charles River All Star Has-Beens “It’s really a test of the mind more greats, this town justly deserves its re- Concerning the excitement and (C.R.A.S.H.-B), an international rowing than anything else, because all you see nowned name, “the Hub.” rarity of this past Beanpot tournament, event hosted at the Boston University’s is a number on the screen, but you can One of the most notorious aspects of Peter Favorito (II), a lifelong fan of the Agganis Arena. always push harder than that number Boston’s thriving hockey industry is the tournament revealed that “[f]or the past “Teams from all over the world so it’s about finding a new threshold,” annual Beanpot hockey tournament held decade or so, the two powerhouses have come to compete on indoor rowing ma- Fitzgerald said. at the infamous TD Garden. The Beanpot always been BC and BU. It’s always inspir- chines,” Fiona Fitzgerald (I) explained. The team has been training hard has become a huge Boston tradition ever ing to watch Harvard and Northeastern “At first I was really intimidated these past few months. Every day after since the first tournament took place in upset them. This past year, Northeastern because it’s an international event,” ad- school, they can be seen running circuits, the 1952-1953 season. The winner of the shocked BC, while Harvard brought its mitted Margie Blair (III). “You see people practicing on ergs, climbing stairs and Beanpot receives an illustrious trophy, game to double overtime, only ending from all over the world. I was walking to undergoing various kinds of full body along with the sacred bragging rights that when BU put one away.” warm up and heard a group of people conditioning. At C.R.A.S.H.-B, their everyone yearns for. The Beanpot’s effect on Boston ex- talking in German, which terrified me dedication and perseverance were put The tournament consists of four tends far beyond simple entertainment. a bit. But once you get into it, it’s really to the test. teams: the Harvard University Crimson, Although many enjoy watching the chill. You usually come here two hours “To get here and do the event itself the Boston College (BC) Eagles, the North- Beanpot for sheer entertainment, others before, and 30 minutes before the event, gives me a chance to show all of the work eastern University Huskies and, of course, find that it holds great cultural and urban you start warming up and getting ready that I’ve put in preseason,” said Blair. the Boston University (BU) Terriers. This sentiment. “The Beanpot really solidifies to go compete.” “They expect you to come to practice two-round tournament attracts the eyes of the tradition of hockey in Boston and its The rowing machines, also called every day, and put in 110 percent effort. many hockey enthusiasts around the city competitiveness proves how iconic colle- ergs, at the center of the arena bustled It’s good because I came into the season and even around the world. giate hockey is in this city.” Caswell Ellis with movement as some fierce rowing completely out of shape, and now I’m The 2015 Beanpot tournament was (II) explained. teams warmed up while others raced in doing a lot better than I had ever done in held between February 3 and February Ellis’s profound words demonstrate heats. The atmosphere was highly com- the season before.” 23 after being delayed due to historic how intrinsic hockey is to those born in petitive and tense, and the BLS team’s “It’s a really fun event, and it’s good snowfall. The first-round began with the Boston. It is in every Bostonian’s blood. mindset did not lack any of this intensity. to see the whole team come out,” said BU Terriers clinching a 4-3 victory over Hockey’s ability to bring the whole “You can see the people who are in Fitzgerald. “I heard everyone cheering the Harvard Crimson and the North- city together to enjoy one of its most front of you, so you know that someone and giving it their all. Hearing BLS really eastern Huskies securing a spot in the famous pastimes makes it a sentimental across the arena from you might be one shows what Wolfpack is about.” finals with a 3-2 win over the BC Eagles. moment for Boston. In the aftermath of the meter ahead of you,” said Fitzgerald. “It’s The team’s dedication and passion In the final round the Terriers took home Boston Marathon Bombing, these familiar up to you to push yourself until you can fueled their motivation and kept them their 30th Beanpot title as they secured a events keep the city strong. Bostonians beat them.” upbeat throughout the whole event. In- 4-3 win over the Huskies in overtime. A coming together to watch one of America’s Rowers could be seen focusing dia Aikens (V) showed a lot of potential, Huskie penalty shot only nine seconds favorite sports is a beautiful moment; a intently on the screen in front of them, as she placed fourth in the Youth-Girls into overtime gave the Terriers the power moment so glorious and illustrious that giving each stroke their all. Each rower, division. play chance to win the game. BU Junior it often brings some to tears. The Beanpot amidst the overwhelming amount of The whole team stayed positive Captain Matt Grzelcyk converted 51 sec- is much more than the simple playing of competitors, was also racing against her- throughout the event, and as Fitzgerald onds into overtime, giving the Terriers hockey: it is an instance of bonding for an self. Everyone was rowing hard for a team correctly predicted, “Some girls today are their coveted 30th title. amazing city. The world would not be the trophy. Whittled down to its core purpose going to come home with new records In regards to Grzelcyk’s game, lo- same without Beantown’s Beanpot. as a sport, however, crew has always been and new personal bests that they can Boston Latin School Argo Sports Page 15 Boston Latin Wrestling: "All We See Is Gold" By Lily Caffrey-Levine (II), Assistant Sports Editor

In 2012, Jordan Burroughs ing to the state tournament were practice. There's ups and downs won the Olympic gold medal in Captain Sebastian Philemon (I), to every season but we as a team men's wrestling. He is known by Brendan Maguire (II), Mike Litto stuck together and rolled with other wrestlers for his success in (III) and Nelson Wu (IV). the punches,” commented Litto the sport, and his famous quote, Wrestling is a very de- on the dynamic of the team. “All I see is gold.” This is the manding sport. Aside from be- Managers Rachel Sullivan lens in which the Boston Latin ing in top physical condition, the (I) and Idva Cako (I) also felt the School Wrestling team views athletes must continuously work team grew so much as a family, their season. on their strategy both physically which helped contribute to the You can usually see the and mentally. team’s success. Wrestling team in the halls sport- When asked about the “I had a great time bond- ing their latest gear designed by demand of the sport, Philemon ing with the team again this Coach Gibbons or working hard said, “It's the toughest grind I can season! I'll miss the squad next in the weight room after school. think of for three months. But it year,” said Sullivan. But much of their success comes not only toughens the body but Going against many from what no one outside of more so the mind. I would not difficult competitors in the themselves sees: their determi- be who I am today had I not Dual County League, BLS nation and dedication. wrestled and it was the hardest Wrestling did not get discour- (I) SULLIVAN RACHEL With the addition of a new thing of my life.” aged by a loss and moved on Sandwich - Philemon gets ready to take on an opponent. assistant coach, Brad Lewis, who Through all of the hard to the next meet. While each for success. school, the fans they do have are wrestled Division I at Boston work, the team still finds ways individual wrestles partly for While the commitment extremely devoted. University, and under the strict to enjoy the tough practices and their personal record, they stick of the players is the most From beginning to end, in- tutelage of Coach Gibbons, this long Saturday meets as well. together and work with each crucial element of a team, cluding the off-season, Wolfpack team is always prepared for the “I thought our season was other to better themselves and outside support can never keeps their eyes on the prize. next match. Despite the many a great one[.] [Our] family grew the team as a whole. With many hurt. Throughout the sea- Going through their long work- seniors graduating last year, the and we all grew as wrestlers. early Saturday morning meets, it son, Wolfpack was always outs and tough training, BLS team finished this season with a Our squad put in so much hard can be difficult to push through supported by dedicated parents. Wrestling perseveres. Through 7-8 record and sent four wres- work everyday, busting our the tough schedule, so the dedi- While they hope to gain more the peaks and valleys, all they tlers to states. Among those go- butts to get that much better each cation of all players is essential support from throughout the see is gold.

Ring Number Four Spotlight on Jake French By Conor Freeley (I), Staff Writer By Justin Flattery (I) & Nathan Jewett Wolf (I), Contributing Writers

It wasn’t the first time Tom Brady had to lian Edelman, for the game-winning score. They, prove people wrong, the first time he had to per- unfortunately, gave Seattle two whole minutes verbal mistakes. From his form a comeback that he had never done before to go back on top. Wilson moved the ball with catchphrases of “Oh dear” to or the first time he broke records. And it wasn’t efficiency, finding Marshawn Lynch, then Casey “My word” to “Yes mother,” the first time he wiped tears from his eyes, confetti Kearse, on a deep ball that was juggled multiple you will wonder if you are from his face, sported a new hat and proudly times in the air before Kearse caught it on his back. talking to a high school senior hoisted the Vince Lombardi trophy either. A circus catch and the lucky play of lucky plays. or the 18th century wife of the February 1, 2015. Glendale, Arizona. Condi- “I’ve never screamed so loud [sic] in my Duke of Wellington. While tions were so perfect that the roof of the indoor life,” recounted Brian O’Dowd (I). everyone knows Frenchie stadium was opened. It had all led up to this: the A disgruntled rookie named Malcolm for his Messi-esque soccer shaky start, the embarrassment in Kansas City, Butler, who had broken up the pass, angrily skills, Jackson actually has a the doubters and nay-sayers, the allegations walked off the field, sure his NFL career would plethora of other talents. He of cheating, DeflateGate and the injuries. Four be over. Painful memories of David Tyree were volunteers at a bird shelter, quarters of football in February would cement brought to memory. The Patriots were going to You may know him as does an unbelievably accurate the dynamic duo’s place in history or leave its lose on a fluke again. It seemed certain, espe- Jake, Jackson, JJ, Frenchie Susan B. Anthony impression, greatness forever in question. The stage was set cially with the battering ram the ‘Hawks housed or Mr. French, but Jackson and can speak Spanish, Italian for the final act. It was time to finish the job. in the backfield. Many cringed as they ran the French II, son of Jackson and Korean fluently. A fired-up Brady rallied his team, revving first play and Lynch neared the one yard line. French, prefers to be called Jake Jr. is a bit of a rebel. up his squad for battle like a Japanese samurai, Then the Seahawks did the unimaginable. They Jake Jr., or even “Jr.” for short. He is known to sometimes not telling them that it was now “about honor.” The passed on second and goal, running a pick play If you do not know complete all of his Advanced ball was kicked and the game started, Brady get- and trying to jam number twenty-one in a quick Jake Jr. by his many pseud- Placement (AP) Calculus BC ting right to work. Number twelve picked apart switch. Only, he didn’t bite. Butler had seen this onyms, you might know him homework! He has even up- the self-entitled “legion of boom” and led his play in practice before. He had been beat on it by his notable appearance. set the Beacon Hill Historical team to scoring position, only to get picked off before. He was determined to make a play and, as He has had a constant tap Society for installing modern by cornerback Jeremy Lane in the end zone. On Russell Wilson confidently threw the slant route on the fashion scene since windows. the return, the receiver, Julian Edelman, knocked to Ricardo Lockette Butler, he acted on the ball his birth, which can be seen Jake Jr. is a generally Lane so hard that he broke his wrist, sidelining like he was sent by God to catch it. with his distinct and original calm kid, but he really lets him for the remainder of the game. The rest of the As the world seemed to move a little bit wardrobe. Inspired by grow- loose when playing video half ensued in a back and forth struggle between slower for just one second, he did. ing up on the rough streets of games. Jr. spends close to 50 the two teams, culminating in a last-second equal- The undrafted, rookie free-agent from West Beacon hours a week playing FIFA, a izer from Russell Wilson. It certainly was not Alabama rammed Lockette out of the way and Hill, Jake Jr. showcases soccer video game, at which going to come easy. held on to the ball for dear life. In that second, his street cred through his he claims to be “the best In the third quarter, it was all Seahawks. the exultant screams from New England were Paul Pierce Jersey, sweat- in Beacon Hill.” This They rolled their way to two scores on the first reported to have been heard in the most desolate pants, and Jordans. digital aphrodisiac allows Jr. two drives. The Patriots were down ten, a deficit parts of Siberia. I (Justin) remember to “get lost in himself.” He never before overcome in the fourth quarter of “I was filled with elation when Butler when I first met JJ. Years hates losing and even though a Super Bowl, and certainly not when facing made the catch; my heart leapt into my throat,” ago when I was younger and I (Nathan) beat him 96.4 per- the best defense in the league. That, however, exclaimed Kiernan Murray (I). chubbier, I waddled onto the cent of the time, he still takes could not have meant less to Brady. At 37, he still Patriots fans exploded with joy as some field at soccer tryouts and each loss to heart, sobbing on wields the name “comeback kid” from his twen- guy named Malcolm Butler sealed the franchise’s saw JJ starting for varsity. I his hardwood floor. ties. Something about him allows him to play his fourth Super Bowl victory and number twelve was amazed at the skill and Jake Jr. is actually a very best when he is down and when nobody thinks secured some new jewelry. dedication the then-14-year- accomplished rapper and he can do it. Nobody thought the one hundred “Incredible,” remarked Duncan Mcgaff (I). old played with. talks about “going pro” if this and ninety-ninth pick of the draft would be next “I’ve never been more excited.” Off the field and inside whole “school” thing doesn’t year’s Super Bowl Most Valuable Player. Nobody They’d done it. They did their jobs and they the Boston Latin School (BLS) work out. Wherever JJ ends thought he would last this long, that he would finished it. It meant a lot for everyone in Patriots classroom, Jake Jr. excels up, he will be a dedicated and win this much, break this many records or be Nation and even more for everyone in the Patri- tremendously. To his fellow motivated worker who will this good, but something about Thomas Edward ots’ organization. Watching Brady finally hoist classmates Jr. is an outstand- never give up until he reaches Patrick Brady, Jr. makes him like proving people that elusive fourth trophy meant a whole lot. ing student who is helpful, the top (of Beacon Hill). So if wrong more than anything else. Win, lose, draw or tie, being a Patriots fan kind and gentle. In addition to you see him in the hallway Brady got right to work, driving down the is much more than watching football. Across his distinct wardrobe, friends just shoot him a “sup boy,” hit field twice with a brutal air assault, capped off by America, all patriots must ignore the noise, stay will notice Jake Jr.’s distinct him with a fist bump, or even a pass, first to Danny Amendola and then to Ju- strong and do their jobs. speech, amazingly free of smother him with a big hug. Page 16 Sports Boston Latin School Argo Latin Hockey Paves a Way into States By Joey Tarantino (I), Contributing Writer

qualify for the state tournament. player going into his senior year. game in the hallways. Some new faces were seen Despite the injury, O’Keefe never “Their team’s full of leaders in the locker room by the time lost hope and supported the team and a lot of people look up to those the first regular season game by attending every single game. guys. They party hard and work came around, including the team “There’s nothing wrong even harder. The hockey team is mascot: Rania The Camel. When with that. We’re perfectly aver- highly respected in this school,” asked to comment on the season, age for kids our age,” he said said Teddy Fitzgerald (I). Rania respectfully declined, only after hearing talk of how his team The hockey program con- muttering “Rollpack” under her seemed to be one of the smallest tinues to be one of the most suc- breath with a quick smile. New- teams in the league. cessful at the school, having quali- comers Owen “The Baby” Con- Three more injuries struck fied for the state tournament five nolly (IV) and Nick “Old Man” the team during the crucial final of the last six years. The team was BRIAN O'CONNELL (I) BRIAN O'CONNELL O’Connell (IV) brought with week of games leading up to lead throughout the season by Boston - The BLS Varsity Hockey team getting ready to practice. them a promise for the future of the state tournament, including senior goalie Robby DeAngelo (I). “Dangerous. Feeling dan- to be a perfect fit for Tommy the program. Of course, the same a broken jaw, broken wrist and As senior defenseman Brian gerous.” These words, spoken by DeRosa (‘06), the Zone facilitator. old faces were present as well, in- a seriously injured knee. Even O’Connell (I) says, “Getting the 20 the American hero, Chris Kyle, As one of the best hockey players cluding powerhouse goal-scorers then, the team continued to grind points needed to qualify isn’t easy were commonly repeated when- to ever come through Boston Latin Jimmy O’Leary (II) and local out a crucial tie in the final game in the DCL. Every single game is ever it was felt necessary. It was School, DeRosa brought an all- townie Will Ahearn (II). These two in order to qualify for the state a grind, and anybody can come because they resonated strongly new area of expertise to an already players, along with their line-mate tournament. It was truly a feat of out on top.” with the Boy’s Hockey team All-Star lineup of coaches—that is, Sam Mastrogiacamo (III), score perseverance. Certainly this team defines throughout their season. his expertise in the dangle-snipe- important goals when they were Not only were the players themselves as hard-working The 2014-2015 season saw celly department. needed most. proud of their team, the student and a team that perseveres and more change and faced more ad- Under the leadership of cap- Perhaps the most devastat- body was as well. With the stands thrives on adversity. They will versity than could have ever been tains Pat “Buttsie” Butler (I) and ing setback for the team was the packed at home games, it was never quit. They embrace the imagined. With the loss of Coach Alex “Carly” Kibrick (II), the team occurrence of multiple injuries. Be- clear to see the support that the suck. That is the way of the grind, Jack Owens, there was a void in immediately started to rebuild fore the season had even started, students gave to the players on the and that’s how it was done every the coaching department that itself after a disappointing 2013 the team suffered its first injury in ice. It was not uncommon to hear day, 4:00P.M. at the Devine Rink needed to be filled. This seemed season, in which the team did not Sean O’Keefe (I), a key offensive students talking about a recent in Dorchester.

Spotlight on Hannah Silva Students Reach, Teachers Teach By Lily Caffrey-Levine (II), Assistant Sports Editor By Gabe Edelman (I), Staff Writer

out of left field. You may be able to hear the Queen of Southie walk- ing down the hallway in her “swishy pants” for hockey, or you may hear the indescribable cricket noise she makes. Seri- ously, it’s so weird. TARAN WISE (I) TARAN If you don’t see her at BLS - Students and faculty compete in the annual student-faculty basketball game. school, you can find her after school at Bertucci’s sitting with On Tuesday, March 3, 2015, I went to witness The teachers were a force at nearly every the same group of people, with what would be my final student-faculty basketball position, with Ms. Monica Gribaudo, Mr. Michael the same waitress, at the same game as a Boston Latin School student: the game to Manning and Mr. Gerald Bilodeau Jr. pitching in table, eating the same Alfredo, end all games. After a rousing national anthem by some points. Many people know the every time. the Wolfettes, the game began. The teachers’ first The students’ second half can be most date March 17 as St. Patrick’s A lesser-known fact about basket came from Mr. Michael Galego, who prompt- summed up by Adam Kamoune (I), who tracked Day. Each year people line the Hannah is that she is absolutely ly limped off the court and spent a few minutes on back on defense where he tripped and fell, seem- streets of South Boston to cel- hilarious. Whether she is mak- the bench. The next few minutes were choppy, with ingly over his own two feet, an act described as ebrate Saint Patrick by sending ing a joke, dancing, or just talk- neither side gaining the edge. The teachers began to “hilariously pathetic” by Brian Regan (I). Even more the snakes out of Ireland with ing sarcastically, she can make gain momentum after Mr. Dominic “Bull Moose” emblematic was when Conor Freeley (I) went up for a parade. On March 17, 1997, you laugh no matter how bad Rinaldi showed some hustle with a rebound and a layup, only to be absolutely levelled by Mr. Galego, however, respected officials of a mood you are in. an outlet pass that brought him to the ground. The who established his dominance with a celebration from each neighborhood of Bos- Aside from being a D1 faculty was invigorated and started to build a lead. afterwards. A rare high for the students was Mur- ton and Ireland came together athlete, Hannah is also a D1 The students, however, weren’t finished yet. tagh’s block on fan favorite Mr. Timothy Gay, but and decided that, from that day friend. On the weekends, you Led by some three-pointers from Julian Murtagh (I) even Mr. Gay soon appeared on the scoresheet. In on, the parade would celebrate can find her gallivanting about and Peter Skerrett (I), the kids brought it close. Un- this game, the students were missing 2005 to 2006 the birth of the new Queen the streets of Southie with her fortunately for the students’ team (but great for the Dorchester Rec League Most Valuable Player third of Southie, Hannah Elizabeth cousins, Devyn and Brooklyn, crowd), their players tended toward deep pull-up runner-up Gabe Granberry (II). Granberry watched Silva. From that St. Paddy’s who adore her and look up three-pointers, with few hitting their target. from the crowd due to lack of proper clothing, while day on, the world was changed. to her in every way (as they The teams traded brick after brick until half- the game cried out desperately for his influence in If you aren’t quite sure who should). time, when the faculty held a narrow lead. The the paint. I’m talking about, you may Hannah is not necessar- Step Squad came out and performed, their dancing When prompted, Granberry spoke out, say- know her by one of her many ily a person known for being prophetically predicting the slaps the teachers would ing, “They should’ve put me in. I would’ve balled nicknames: Banana, Finesse vocal about her emotions. You be handing the students in the coming half. on ‘em.” Master H, and the “Cute Blonde might think she’s mad because Then Mr. Galego returned to the game, and The teachers truly started to pull away toward Cheerleader.” of her glare in the halls but, he, Mr. Edward Kearns and Mr. Timothy McQuade the end of the third quarter, at one point having an Being Queen of Southie is trust me, it’s not at you. Han- proved to be an effective group, scooping rebounds almost 20 point lead. Mr. Matsusaka showed his a demanding job, but Hannah nah, however, is always there and hitting buckets. dribbling skills, often cutting deep into the paint for has also been on the hockey for her friends no matter what “Mr. Galego was goin’ in,” claimed onlooker layups. Mr. Rinaldi showed Carnegie-esque levels team for five years and is now they need. Louis Beers (I). of vertical integration as he became a floor general, a first line captain and recently Hannah plans to go into Mr. Aaron Osowiecki, aka Mr. “I’m About dishing out passes, maybe a little scared to shoot carried Boston Latin School athletic training and I know that 15 Times As Athletic As Everyone Here Combined after some vicious heckling from students during to victory with her famous if you were a professional ath- Don’t You See Me Running To School Every Day the warm-ups. Hat Trick. In 2013, Hannah lete, you’d be lucky to have her Rain Or Shine” played the role of scorer and distribu- The students pulled back toward the very end, graced the cheer team with wrapping your broken ankle. tor, tossing assists left and right. The breakout star with Peter Honzik’s (I) baskets making the score her superwoman-like strength Of the many colleges she has al- of the game, however, was student teacher Michael more respectable, though it remained a double-digit and more-than-enticing dance ready been accepted to, I know “Dwight’s Cousin” Howard. Playing with no fear, advantage for the faculty once all was said and done. moves. And, really, who saw that she will succeed wherever Mr. Howard was breaking ankles all over the floor, When the buzzer rang out, the teachers that cheerleading thing com- she ends up. Hannah has the not to mention wetting multiple threes. The crowd swarmed the court as the purple and white confetti ing? I mean, hockey, track determination and dedication went wild after every cross up, as student after rained down upon them, with the students cheer- team, Irish step, softball...that to succeed in anything she sets student was embarrassed. It was a close call, but ing as they were presented with the highly coveted cheerleading thing was really her mind to. Howard was the Sony Ericsson® Player of the Game. trophy.