October Issue

3000 W. Congress St. Lafayette, LA 70506 Inside This Issue: •Homecoming Court Spotlights pp.4-11 • DACA Editorials pp.18-20 •Homecoming History pp.14-15 •Spooky Music and Movie Reviews pp.12-13 •Harvey Aftermath Coverage pg.21

•Sports Update National Merit Semifinalists pg.16 Evan Casper •Homecoming Gabriel Bohn Alternative List Emmaline Miller pg.17 Anna Espinoza •Homecoming Restaurant Review Alix Basden pp.12-13 22 News October 2017 October 2017 News Briefs 33 dents then become eligible for about Everything starts up at 6 p.m. and Parlez-Vous Staff School News 7,500 scholarships valued at about begins to shut down around 8:30 p.m. Editors by Hannah Michel $2,500 each. Lafayette Farmer’s Market- Held Quote of the Month Junior Staff Writer On Oct. 11 the PSAT will be given every Saturday from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Hannah Primeaux “You only live once, but if you do again and the next round of competi- at Moncus Park (the Horse Farm), this Gabby Perrin National Merit Semi Finalists it right, once is enough.” tion will begin for this year’s juniors. venue features local shops and occasion- On Sep. 13, College Board an- ally has performances from local artists. Mae West nounced the National Merit Scholarship Freshman Student Council You can always grab brunch from one of Senior Staff Writer Semifinalists as determined through PSAT Andrew Degeyter The Freshman Student Council held the tents and then walk the park. test scores. Out of the 50,000 test takers, elections on Sep. 15. The results are as The Science Museum- Located roughly 16,000 were recognized with this follows: downtown, this museum has multiple Junior Staff Writers honor. Freshman President-- Gwyneth Rees exhibits that stay up all year including Among the recipients were five Freshman Vice President-- Micaiah dinosaurs, insects, and the planetarium. Olivia Cart students from LHS. Alix Basden, Gabriel Kaitlyn Daigle McZeal Prices: Adult (18 – 61): $5.35 Seniors Bohn, Evan Casper, Anna Espinoza, and Freshman Secretary-- Lily Espinoza (62+): $3.21 Children (4 – 17): $2.14 3 Carley Dupré Questions? Comments? Emmaline Miller were recognized for their Freshman Treasurer-- Hannah Dicker- and under: FREE. Prices are reasonable Liam Jochum high scores. son considering all that you can see. For Concerns? Those who were named are ex- Freshman Sergeants at Arms-- Ethan more details check out their website Hannah Kuhn cited for the possibilities, but also happy Taylor Lejeune Contact Mrs. Manuel in room P’Pool and Emma Long http://www.lafayettesciencemuseum. to see their achievements recognized. Freshman Representatives-- Maddie org. Kate Manuel 231. “Being a Semifinalist opens you up Brown, Danni Gallet, Abigail Fremin, Ada The Lafayette Taco Festival- Fea- Hannah Michel to more scholarships down the line. It’s McClure, William “Hank” Gibbens, Larry tured in last month’s issue, the Lafayette an honor to see all your hard work payoff,” Brown, and Hamood Qureshi Taco Festival has been postponed to Oct. said Emmaline Miller, senior National Honorary Member: 28 from 12-6 p.m. at Moncus Park. Gen- The LHS mission is to inspire and Merit Semifinalist. eral admission is $14 and VIP admission Patrick Abapo The school administration is also empower students within a disciplined, aca- is $50. impressed with the outcome of this com- Happenings in Festivals Acadiens et Creoles- demic environment to become ethical, petition. Held on Oct. 12-15, this festival will fea- Sponsor: “Lafayette High has more Nation- Mrs. Manuel well-rounded contributors to society. Lafayette ture the music, food and history of the al Merit Scholars of any high school in by Hannah Primeaux Acadien and Creole cultures. The festival the parish, including the private schools,” Editor-In-Chief will be held in Girard Park and you can said Ms. Luquette, senior counselor. park for free at Cajun Field, however, it As these Semifinalists make their Living in Lafayette can get a little does cost $2 to ride the shuttle to the way further into the competition, they park. Parking is also available on UL cam- Follow boring sometimes, but this list is here to must submit an essay, a resume--includ- pus, but it cost $10 per car. Music kicks off @parlezvousnewspaper help you when you’re looking for some- ing clubs, leadership roles, and an aca- thing to do. at 5:30 p.m. on the Friday. More details, on Instagram and demic transcript, along with official SAT 2nd Saturday Art Walks- On like the line-up for the weekend, are on @ParlezVousNews on scores. In addition, they must have a let- every second Saturday of the month, their website http://www.festivalsacadi- Twitter for updates ter of recommendation from a principal Downtown Lafayette has a major art ens.com/info/. between each month or other school official. After submitting walk in which multiple museums and Sources: these things, they will be put into con- businesses open for free to showcase https://thetacofestival.com/lafayette/ sideration for the approximately 15,000 the artists of Lafayette. The art varies http://www.lafayettesciencemuseum.org slots allowed for finalists. from live music to clothes to drawn art. http://www.festivalsacadiens.com/info/ If chosen as finalists, these stu- 4 Spotlights October 2017 October 2017 Spotlights 55 Homecoming Season Justin Bieber’s Crazy “A Bay Bay!” Sass with a Side of Curls by Kaitlyn Daigle by Hannah Michel by Gabby Perrin Junior Staff Writer Junior Staff Writer Co-Editor by Kate Manuel Name: Ali Wood Junior Staff Writer Grade: 12 Name: Dayla Homecoming is a big event for LHS, complete with a Organizations: Name: Brynne Tynes Galmore week of dress up days, a pep rally, a football game, and a semi- Alpha Omega Club Organizations involved in: Student Council, Beta, NHS, Mu Alpha Grade: 12 and Sign Language Theta, Dance Team, and Band. Clubs/Hobbies: Club. formal dance. How long have you been dancing? This is my twelfth year. Cheer, Student Why did you What made you choose the clarinet? I always pictured myself Students were able to vote at orientation for the Home- want to be on playing clarinet when I was able to choose my instrument. Council, SPA, Key coming theme they wanted to see this year. The numbers the Homecoming What are you most excited to be on Court for? I’m so excited to Club, LHS Pride. Court? To have fun. have such an amazing opportunity with such a great group of girls. On a scale of 1-10 showed that The Great Gatsby was a crowd favorite. What songs do you Have you found your Homecoming dress yet? Yes. how excited are know every word Where did you get it? Park Lane in River Ranch. you to be on the “I am very pleased with what [the students] chose for of? Chris Tomlin Favorite past Homecoming memory? I always love going out to Homecoming our school’s Homecoming. Great Gatsby would be an excellent songs. eat and taking pictures with my friends. If you couldn’t Pre-Homecoming plans? Do my hair and makeup, take pictures, Court? 1,002. choice for many reasons. It’s very creative and would seem like win Homecoming and eat. Favorite Queen, who Do you have a Homecoming date? Yes. Homecoming a great time,” said Jace Gisclair, LHS junior. do you want to Who is it? David Hochkeppel. memory? One year Student council, along with the help of Mr. Jonathan win it and why? Where’s the best place to eat before the dance? Ruth’s Chris. I want Joann to What song do you hope they play at Homecoming this year? “A Homecoming was Cole and Ms. Tamara Reeves, are diligently working to make win because she’s Bay Bay” by Hurricane Chris. on my birthday, and this year’s Homecoming the best possible experience they can sweet. What’s your go-to dance move? “The Sprinkler.” the DJ gave me a When people ask Dream celebrity Homecoming date? Ryan Gosling. birthday shout out. you for help, what for Lafayette High students. Student council is in charge of set- Score prediction for the big game? If I predict a good score, will Which Disney do they need help we win? ting up the dance as well as the dress up days and after-school with? Problems. Any hidden villain are you? Cruella de Vil. events during the week. They are meeting frequently in Sep- Describe the color of your Homecoming dress. Cream White. talents? I can lick What will you contribute to the Court this year? This year I’m What was last year’s Halloween costume? Hillary Clinton. my elbow. hoping to bring leadership, passion, diversity, spirit, and pride! Oh, tember to make this year’s Homecoming memorable. I heard you have a date to Homecoming. Tell me more? He How did you and curls. asked me with a cookie cake. learn to do this? Who on the Homecoming Court would win in the Hunger “I’m not going to be the one who regrets not going to What’s your favorite thing about your date? His laugh. I heard that it was Games? Ashlyn Gaar or Amalie Thibodeaux. dances for the rest of their life. Homecoming is a great oppor- What’s your least favorite emoji? A turd. impossible to lick Are there any Homecoming dress day themes you’d like to your elbow so I tried. Favorite movie? The Lizzie McGuire Movie or Moana. tunity for those who are shy to go out and have a good time,” see? A chicken day. What’s your most What does it take to be on the Homecoming Court? You have Books or TV shows or movies: which one do you prefer? TV embarrassing to have respect for yourself and others. You also need to be very said Joseph Richard, LHS junior. shows are better. moment from high involved in school and be studious and humble. Homecoming week is Oct 2-6, ending with the dance Given a choice, what animal would you like to arrive to school? I don’t get Homecoming riding? A horse. embarrassed too Favorite quote? “You can only get better at what you practice on Oct 7. The dance is at the Heymann Center ballroom and Favorite teacher of all time: Ms. Courtney. easily. often. Practice being yourself. The one you are is behind closed starts at 7 p.m. Many students choose to go out to eat before, If you had to pick one country to never have existed, which Your favorite… doors. Let people love that person.” - Reyna Biddy one would it be and why? Canada because Justin Bieber’s crazy. Beyoncé song? How are you enjoying your senior year so far? Senior year is He is crazy. but should arrive with enough time to get in before the doors “Partition” great! So much better than I expected! How long do you think Homecoming preparation is going to LHS bathroom? close. take you? A long time. None. Favorite memory from LHS? Placing fourth in the nation at the A photo booth will be set up, as well as a DJ and a large What’s the best day of the week? Friday. Flower? Roses. National High School Cheerleading Championship in Orlando. What about Homecoming are you looking most forward to? Teacher on There’s no feeling that can compare to what I felt that day. dance floor for lots of fun. Whether going alone, with a date, or Dancing. campus? Mrs. Dream Homecoming date? Nico Hiraga! Somebody help a girl out What could you give an hour long presentation on without Simon. please! with a group of friends, there will be something for everyone any preparations? Autism. Snapchat filter? The Partner in crime? Cullen Zeno. Don’t know what I would do to enjoy this year. one that makes your mouth half the size of your face. without him. Pair of shoes you own? Converse. potlights October 2017 October 2017 potlights w66 S S 777 Secret Garden Dance Homecoming With the 4th Best A Dream Come True The Club Queen Pole Vaulter in the World by Taylor Lejeune by Olivia Cart Junior Staff Writer Junior Staff Writer by Hannah Kuhn by Hannah Kuhn Name: Liby Stutes Junior Staff Writer Junior Staff Writer Name: Alex Trahan Grade: 12 Grade: 12 Organizations: NHS, Student Council, cheerleading. Name: AnnaClaire How many hours of sleep do you normally get? Around 7 or 8. St. Cyr Name: Armani Mitchell Clubs/ organizations: Too many. I’m in Beta, If you could have a dangerous animal as a pet, what would it Grade:12 Grade:12 be? All I can think of is a chameleon. Clubs/sports: Key Club, Math Club, Favorite Homecoming year so far? Freshman year was really Cheerleading, Clubs/sports: Softball, Student Council (senior class president), and Ping Pong, and NHS. fun. Serteens, and Key Club. Leadership positions? If you wrote a novel, what genre would it be? A fairy tale. Younglife. What was your reaction when you found out you made it on the I’m NHS president and What was your How many people do you get ready with before the dance? I Court? The whole week I didn’t sleep because I was sooo nervous a representative for have a big friend group, so about 30. reaction when student council. Opinion on school water fountains? They’re dirty and the water you found out you and once I found out I just wanted to cry. I was super happy and Why did you run for tastes like metal. made it on the could finally breathe. Court? I don’t think Hoco Court? Simply Will the team win the Homecoming game this year? Um…. What part about being on the Court are you most excited Best theme to have for a dance? A secret garden with flowers I’ve ever been more because it seemed fun everywhere. excited to call my about? Having the time of my life with those amazing and beautiful and a great bonding Something you’d willingly wait in line for? Shawn Mendes mom. girls. experience for me and What part about some gal pals. concert tickets. What made you decide to run for Homecoming queen? When I What subject are you known for being good at? Probably being on the Favorite food? Health Academy classes. Court are you was young, my cousins would always take me to their Homecoming Smothered okra and Perfect way for someone to ask you to the dance? With food, most excited games and I would always say that when I grew up I wanted to do shrimp. about? Getting to preferably Chick-Fil-A. that. So, basically, it was my dream. Favorite club/ A song you really don’t want to hear at Homecoming? “Bodak hang out with the organization? Ping Yellow.” I hate that song. sweetest girls and What will you do if you win queen? CRY. dressing up like Pong because it’s just a M&Ms or Skittles? Skittles. Do you have a date to Homecoming? I didn’t really want a fun time. If you didn’t go to Homecoming, what would you do instead? Jackie Kennedy. date, but my cousin told me he didn’t want me to go to my last Probably watch Netflix in bed. What made you decide to run for Homecoming Queen? I mainly Favorite subject in Do you wanted to just get on the court because it seemed so fun every year. Homecoming alone, so he’s taking me. My good cousin, Braylon school? Definitely encourage What will you do if you win Queen? Probably make a facial Willis. math. freshmen to go expression you’ve never seen before. Why should people Dogs or cats? Dogs. to Homecoming? Why should people go to Homecoming? People should go What will you do if you win? Cry out of joy because I do not expect Definitely. because you only have four Homecomings in your whole life. go to Homecoming? it. What would you Have you picked out your dress yet? What does it look like? I Everyone should go What’s was your initial reaction when you heard your name? do if you showed have a maroon dress chosen but not a court suit yet. (It’s harder to because I will be LIT shop than it looks.) Shock up in the same What does your Hoco dress look like? I won’t ruin the surprise but dress as someone Who is your celebrity look-a-like? Rowan Atkinson. and I want them all to else? I wouldn’t do Do you have any hidden talents? Zoning out. be LIT with me. just know it’s super cute Where would you suggest to go dress shopping? Francesca’s or anything about it. Who would you vote for if you weren’t running? Someone who Have you picked How many deserves it. (a.k.a. Ali Wood). Dillards in the mall classrooms do If you could take anyone to Homecoming, dead or alive, who out your dress yet? Besides yourself, who do you think will win? Ali Wood! Because you think are in would it be? The fourth best pole vaulter in the world probably. What does it look she’s so gorgeous. the school? About (He’s dead though…). like? I don’t have a Where do you plan to attend college? UChicago. Do you have any advice for people interested in running for the 200. dress yet. I do have What do you look forward to the most during Hoco week? On a scale of court next year? Go for it with no expectations just to see what Dressing up with my girls. 1-100, how happens. my court suit though. Would you recommend running for Hoco Court for future important is What is your dream Homecoming theme? Definitely a London/ Who is your Paris theme. seniors? Absolutely! These are the memories you’re going to want Homecoming? I’d celebrity look-a- say 80. Do you have any tips on where to shop for Homecoming attire? to keep forever. Favorite Disney ASOS is a great place to look. like? Lauren London. Do you think we should have a Hoco king as well? I didn’t even Movie? Tangled. What teacher would you vote for if they ran for Homecoming Do you have any know we didn’t have one but that would be cute. Queen? King? Queen: Mrs. West and King: Mr. Stevens. Advice for future Hoco Court members? Leave a legacy. You Who do you hidden talents? I can have the most What will you miss most about LHS Homecoming? I’ll miss may not know it but the people are looking up to you now so do influence on? My awkwardly standing around, waiting for your friends to make you beat anyone in a one- something you want to be remembered for. little sister, even dance. on-one in basketball. Do you prefer prom or Hoco? I like both because I like getting Prom or Homecoming? Prom because of the long dresses. though she’s a #StayWoke. dressed up. year younger than me. Celeb crush? Zendaya or Malia Obama. 8 Spotlights October 2017 October 2017 Spotlight 9 Red Beans and Grilled Chicken Rose Gold Everything Lots of Lil Boosie Class with a Little Bit of Sass by Hannah Primeaux by Liam Jochum by Olivia Cart Junior Staff Writer Junior Staff Writer Editor-In-Chief by Hannah Primeaux Editor-In-Chief Name: Gabby Perez Name: Amalie Name: Olivia Grade:12 Thibodeaux Broussard Name: Lindsey Price Grade: 12 Clubs/ organizations: I’m a cheerleader, a representative Clubs: Student Clubs: Cheerleading, student council, choir, Key Club, Serteens, for Student Council, and Ping Pong Club. Council, What Leadership positions: I’m one of the captains of the cheer NHS, Yarn Arts Club, talented theater, and Younglife. organizations Cheerleading, Beta, How does it feel to make it on Court? I’m very excited to grow team. Key Club. are you involved Why did you run for Hoco Court? Well, I would consider closer with all the other girls. in? Serteens, myself a pretty spirited person, in terms of representing How does it feel to What was your first reaction when you heard your name? I was make it on Court? Cheerleading, and Lafayette High. I’ve also always wanted to be able to dress relieved. the Yarn Arts Club. up all nice in a suit and walk down the football field for the It is such an honor What about your friends’ reactions? They were all very happy to be chosen. I Are you excited Homecoming game. for me. for Homecoming Favorite food? Definitely red beans and rice with grilled didn’t think I would What are you looking forward to the most about being on chicken. make it, honestly, now that you’ve court? Walking down the field with my mom and dad. made it onto the Favorite club/organization? I’d have to say cheer. because everyone Do you recommend underclassmen to try for Court when they Favorite subject in school? Math was so deserving. court? Definitely. Dogs or cats? Dogs absolutely. become seniors? Yes! I definitely recommend it. Even if you don’t What are What was your think you have a shot, it never hurts to try. What will you do if you win? Cry so many happy tears and first reaction your plans for give my parents the biggest hugs ever. Why did you run for queen? One of my best friends won Homecoming? My What was your initial reaction when you heard your when you heard Homecoming queen last year and she told me how much she your name? I was group doesn’t have name? A majority of us cried and I was one of them. enjoyed the whole experience and how close she became with all any yet. What does your Hoco dress look like? I haven’t ordered it in disbelief. the girls on court. What about your If your life flashed yet, but I’m gonna order a white laced off the shoulder dress. What is your favorite Homecoming week activity? Dressing up before your eyes, Where would you suggest to go dress shopping? Well, friends’ reactions? for school!! if you’re looking to get a dress right away and be able to They claimed to what would it be If you weren’t on Court, would you go to the Homecoming filled with? A lot of try it on, then look at the shops in River Ranch. But if you’re have known I game? Yes. I’m a cheerleader so I would have to go to the game cool with online would make it. But everyone greeted me with a smile and a big hug laughter. shopping, Revolve regardless. What was the best thing Santa Claus ever gave you for and said congratulations. Do you plan on having a date for Homecoming? Yes, I’m is the BEST. What are you looking forward to the most about being on Christmas? Wow, that’s a really hard one. I love everything he gets Besides yourself, bringing my friend Chance Dean from STM. me. who do you Court? What does your I am looking forward to having fun and becoming closer with the Would you elect your pet for president? Oh definitely. Penny for think will win? Homecoming Pres! I’m rooting for other girls. dress look like? Do you recommend underclassmen to try for Court when they What do you do when you see a baby staring at you while you’re Ali Wood. I think It’s a red satin fit at the store? I’m not the person to make weird faces at it. I get a she is the most become seniors? I would highly recommend it. It’s a great way to and flare with deserving person step outside of your comfort zone and it’s an honor to just run. little scared, actually. off the shoulder What was the worst thing that’s ever happened at a dance you to receive an Why did you run for queen? I ran just because I like to try and have sleeves. honor like that. a shot at everything. You’ll never know if you like doing something went to? I have really curly hair, and so I straightened it, but I sweat Where do you Are you already so much that it curled back up. until you try it and that’s something that I’ve always stuck by. friends with plan to attend What is your favorite Homecoming week activity? I think my What is your least favorite type of shoe? Any shoes that aren’t college? I’m the rest of the Birkenstock. hoping Tulane, favorite activity is the pep rally because it’s great to see everyone so girls on Court spirited. Who’s your date to Homecoming? Currently dateless. but if not my or is the first What song do you hope gets played at the dance? “Bad and backup is UL. If you weren’t on Court, would you go to the Homecoming time you’ve game? Well yes, because I am a cheerleader. If I wasn’t a cheerleader Boujee, Super Freak Remix.” What do you been with this Which teacher do you go to whenever you have any trouble? look forward though, I still would, because I’m all about supporting my school. group? I’m to the most Do you plan on having a date for Homecoming? I hope so… Leah Dugas. pretty good What year of school was your favorite? Senior year. With three during Hoco if my boyfriend asks me in time (; lol I’m just kidding. But yes, my friends with week? I think the boyfriend will be my date. classes it’s like every day is a half day. powderpuff game. most of the girls If you had to eat one food for the rest of the year, what would What does your Homecoming dress look like? already. Would you That is TBA. (: you eat? No doubt, salad. recommend What music do Do you have any tips for freshmen going to their first dance? running for Hoco Are you already friends with the rest of the girls on Court or you think will is the first time you’ve been with this group? I’m friends with Don’t be scared. That was me freshman year. I didn’t dance at all and Court for future be played at I had the worst time. seniors? YES. everyone somehow and some way. But this is the first time I really Homecoming? get to be close with Ali Wood and she’s such a sweetheart. Which Disney villain is your favorite? Ursula from The Little Lots of Lil Boosie. Mermaid. 10 Spotlights October 2017 October 2017 Spotlights 11 The Evil Twin. LOL IDK :) The Life of Lolo Joann the Dragon Fruit by Andrew Degeyter by Andrew Degeyter by Kaitlyn Daigle Senior Staff Writer Junior Staff Writer by Carley Dupré Senior Staff Writer Junior Staff Writer Name? Ashlyn Gaar Name: Lauren Taylor Name? Ellie Name: Joann Ho Organizations? Student Council, Executive Council Board Event Co- Bergeron Clubs and Activities: Younglife, Student Council, Serteens, Key ordinator, Head Chair Decorating Committee, Younglife, NHS, NEHS, Clubs and organiza- Organizations? Club, Alpha Omega, and competitive dance at The Movement. and Beta tions you’re in? Link Serteens, Student How does it feel to be on Homecoming Court? It’s awesome. It’s How many times have you been to Hoco before? All of them! Crew and Key Club. Council, and Aspir- an experience I’ve always wanted to have throughout high school. Why did you join Homecoming Court? I knew I would regret it if I What do you think is the best part about being on Court? Grow- Have any hobbies? ing Environmental I like to monogram. I didn’t. Club. ing closer to all the girls on court and making so many memories. Who are you taking to Hoco? A friend I met at Young Life. Why do you want to be queen? It isn’t about getting Homecom- read every now and How many times then, but I LOVE sleep- Heels or flats? 3-inch heels have you been to ing queen. It’s about having a good time with my ladies on Court. What color is your dress? Black Do you have any advice for people running for Court next year? ing. It’s my favorite Hoco before? All 3 thing ever. Do you want to win Queen, Maid, or stay on Court? I couldn’t care times during high No matter what happens, you’re still a winner. less. I am content and thankful just for being on Court. Do you have any advice for freshmen starting their high school Are you in any lead- school. ership positions? No, Do you think you have a chance to win Queen? Not a big chance Why did you join journey? Join YoungLife, be involved, spread happiness, YOLO. Are you going to do anything special with your hair? I only know Do you prefer Homecoming or Prom? PROM. but I’m in Peer Sup- Homecoming port. that I’m gonna do it myself. I’m cheap. Court? I’ve always Who is your celebrity look-alike? Whoopi Goldberg. How were you asked to Hoco? I asked him actually. We both love Where do you plan on going to college? Major? I plan on attend- What made you want wanted to be on to run for Home- old classic scary movies, so I sent some to his house with a poster it. It seems like so ing LSU and majoring in YoungLife. saying, “The thought of you not being my date to homecoming is Favorite song: Check out my Spotify playlist. coming Court? It’s much fun to be with something I’ve always scary!” a group of amaz- Favorite movie: High School Musical 3: Senior Year. What would you do for a Klondike Bar? A LOT! Favorite Quote: wanted to do, and I’m ing girls and to get the first person in my family to do so. I wanted to start a trend. What is your favorite trend? Backwards hats, sagging pants, wit the chance to represent LHS. My mom was on it too, so I wanted to “GOOOOOOD- dah ice. MORNINGGG LAFAY- What’s your favorite part about Homecoming? The quality time continue the tradition. I get to spend with the girls. How many Lowe’s Who are you taking to Hoco? Seth Menard. ETTE HIGH” -Easton could Rob Lowe rob McGinn. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Ha, still in college. Heels or Flats? Heels, but not for long. What is your weakness? Seeing people cry or hurt. if Rob Lowe could What color is your dress? I don’t know yet. :) Is cereal a soup? rob Lowe’s? How Does Popeyes re- How would you describe your personality? Oh my gosh, I’m What kind of dress are you wearing? Very unique, but lowkey very supportive, “EXTRA”, and I love helping others. much wood could a weird. ally have the juiciest woodchuck chuck, if chicken? If you could be any fruit, which would you be? Probably a Do you want to win Queen, Maid, or stay on Court? Being Queen dragon fruit because I’m very exotic and different. a woodchuck could or a Maid would be an honor, but being on the Court is already such What Disney prin- chuck wood? cess are you most Who do you look up to the most? My parents and my god-sister. an honor and I am beyond grateful for being on it. Any pets? No :( Who is your favorite Do you think you have a chance to win Queen? All the girls on like? Princess Ariel Teletubby? NONE! I What will you be fa- Dream college? I don’t have one but I want to go to LSU. Court have an equal chance of winning! What do you want to major in, in college? Pre-Dentistry and hate that show. Are you going to do anything special with your hair? Eh, not sure mous for one day? How hot is a Hot Dog? My sweet dance Biology. I’ll find out the day of. I’m always last minute. When’s the last time you trick or treated? Haha last year! I was a As hot as you want. How were you asked to Hoco? Seth came into Mr. Kilchrist’s room moves. What are you going as You are a new addi- cheerleader. with a poster, and brought me a tropical smoothie and my favorite Favorite costume as a kid? Any Disney Princess, honestly. this year for Hallow- flowers, sunflowers. tion to the Crayola een? Ashlyn Gaar’s evil color box. What Go to comfort food? Mashed potatoes and corn. What would you do for a Klondike Bar? Pay $3.78. Celebrity crush(es)? Oh my gosh, David Beckham, Chace Craw- twin. Cheese? I love all cheeses. color would you be? Sunshine yellow. ford, Liam Hemsworth, Kj Apa, Matt Bomber, and Ryan Philippe. Honestly too many to list! 1212 Review October 2017 October 2017 13

‘Other Mother’, the Beldam. Behind a small https://www.bustle.com/p/when-will- a wide variety of authentic Italian food Other options for pre-Homecoming “Monster Mash” by Bobby “Boris” Spooky Scary Flicks door, Coraline finds her ‘other’ neighbors the-it-sequel-come-out-fans-are-already- and is a good option for a more formal dinner include: Pickett & the Crypt-Kickers “Monster Mash” is a 1962 hit that comes back to Get You in the in a world where everything seems to be clamoring-for-chapter-2-2303157 dinner. Some of the dishes include pasta Romacelli Bistro fresca, shrimp pesto lasagna, giovanni Ruffino’s on the River year after year. The jazzy “doowop” style of the Halloween Mood perfect. If you’re looking for a diverse cast http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1588173/ ‘60s is very evident in this track. It was so pop- by Liam Jochum calzone, and multiple kinds of pizzas. Al- La Crêperie Bistro of characters and amazing stop-motion ular when released that later that year Pickett Junior Staff Writer though some of the prices of entrees can Zea Rotisserie & Grill animation, Coraline is the movie for you. and some of his colleagues released an album be a little pricy ($16-$28), pizzas, or even Blue Dog Cafe dedicated solely to Halloween related songs. #3. IT: Stephen King’s IT was made calzones, are great to share. Bonefish Grill Halloween is just around the The album, titled The Original Monster Mash, into a two-part movie back in 1990, but Tokyo Live contains 16 songs by various artists. corner, which means it’s finally okay to 27 years later, It has crawled out from the “[Antoni’s] is very good for pre-Hoco in my “Ghostbusters” by Ray Parker Jr. watch Halloween movies without getting This song, famous for the repeating varia- depths to feature a modern horror-movie opinion. Food is very nice. I recommend judged. From The Nightmare Before Christ- the pasta fresca,” said Matthew Klei- tions of the line “Who you gonna call? Ghost- remake. IT is a movie about a group of busters!”, was the theme song for the original mas to Stephen King’s IT, now in theatres, meyer, junior, who ate at the restaurant outcast kids banding together to find out Ghostbusters movie in 1984. It’s been covered you’re sure to find a Halloween movie you before Homecoming last year. Spooky why kids in town are going missing. What by many artists since then, most recently Fall can enjoy. Halloween Jams Out Boy and Missy Elliott for the 2016 Ghost- they find is something beyond compre- Agave Mexican Grill & Cantina by Hannah Michel #1. Hocus Pocus: I’ll start off the busters remake. hension. Pennywise the clown, played by For a more casual dinner, Agave is your Junior Staff Writer “Calling all the Monsters” by China list with the classic Hocus Pocus (1993), Bill Skarsgård, is even scarier than before. go-to. It has four locations in Lafayette Anne McClain directed by Kenny Ortega. The movie is Are you in need of some music recom- As a Disney kid, I couldn’t resist including this The audience will leave the theatre with and Youngsville and offers a wide vari- set in Salem, Massachusetts on Hallow- ety of Mexican food. Items on the menu mendations for that Halloween playlist song on the list. McClain recorded the Bill- the line, “You’ll float too,” on their mind, you’re making? Or do you simply want to board Hot 100 song for a Halloween special of een Night when Max Dennison (played include fish tacos, burritos, enchiladas, avoiding sewer drains for the next few put on some fun, spooky tunes to get you in her breakthrough TV show A.N.T. Farm in 2011. by Omri Katz) accidentally resurrects fajitas relleno, grilled pescado, and more. weeks. If you’re looking for a movie that fall mood? Below is a list of some of my “Spooky Scary Skeletons” by An- three witch sisters. It’s up to him, his sister On the weekends, Agave usually has live favorite songs to listen to when Halloween drew Gold that’ll have you peeking out from be- music for entertainment while you enjoy (Thora Birch), a teenage girl (Vinessa is approaching. Originally a children’s song released by Gold tween your fingers, IT is the movie that your food. The location on Camellia is “Thriller” by Michael Jackson in 1996 with the album Halloween Howls, Shaw), and an immortal cat (Sean Murray) Pre-Hoco Grub you want to watch. by Kate Manuel also right next to Parc Lafayette, which is This one is a classic. Released by Jackson “Spooky Scary Skeletons” has made its way to save the day before the Sanderson sis- in 1983, the song became immediately into pop culture through its appearance in #4. Warm Bodies: This movie Junior Staff Writer the perfect place to take Homecoming ters (played by Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica pictures. popular around the world. Its popular dance recent memes. This slightly humorous song is is for the hopeless romantics that are moves that correspond to the iconic music entertaining on its own; however, the remix Parker, and Kathy Najimy) use the town’s also into zombie movies. Directed by Preparing for the Homecoming video are sure to put everyone in a “Happy by The Living Tombstone provides an upbeat children to become immortal. The movie, Don’s Seafood and Steakhouse Jonathan Levine, Warm Bodies (2013) dance includes picking out a dress or suit, Halloween” mood. track with a modern feel to it, as well as a labeled a comedy horror fantasy film, is With rooms that are able to hold much more prevalent bass. features Nicholas Hoult as R, the main a boutonniere and corsage, planning for groups of people, Don’s is perfect for definitely something to watch with the character (and zombie) named for pictures, and of course finding good food a pre-Homecoming dinner with all of Sources: whole family. one of the only noises he can make for your pre-Homecoming meal. Many your friends. The menu has something http://www.thisdayinmusic.com/pages/ #2. Coraline: From live action to ‘Rrrrrrrrr’. After saving Julie, played by people choose to eat with their friends in for just about everyone-- salad, steaks, thriller stop motion, Laika Entertainment’s Cora- http://www.songfacts.com/detail. Teresa Palmer, from a zombie attack, a group or with their dates before Home- seafood, gumbo, soups, and more. It is line (2009) is a chilling movie about a girl located downtown. php?id=6618 the two go on a journey in an attempt coming, as it gives them time to enjoy http://www.cbcmusic.ca/posts/12032/15- named Coraline Jones who finds herself in to see if they can make R human again. their company before the dance. If you things-you-might-not-know-about-the- not just a new home, but a new world. Da- “Don’s is a good choice for any dance. ghostbuster find yourself stuck when deciding where It has a nice environment with a great kota Fanning voices the main character, an https://www.famousbirthdays.com/people/ Sources: to eat, here are some ideas: staff, and the food is amazing,” said china-mcclain.html adventurous girl frustrated with her new http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107120/ Madie Constantine, senior. http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/spooky- home and neighbors. Teri Hatcher voices http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0327597/ Antoni’s Italian Cafe scary-skeletons Mel Jones, Coraline’s mother, as well as the http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1396484/ Located in the Oil Center, Antoni’s has a 1414 October 2017 October 2017 15

character. He achieved this flawlessly by to reading books like The Fault in our Stars what we have today. cade was one of the popular themes. She Food proposals aren’t your thing? This Book Won’t having the point of view in third person and If I Stay. “It was fun and exciting for every- also misses the parade, and wishes there You’ve still got lots of options. An in- Have You Sleeping omniscient, to where you could know one,” she said. Their Homecoming dance was more involvement in the events like sanely easy option is the matchbox At Night how each of the characters were feeling was also held in their gym, and she went back then. proposal. All you’ll need is a box of by Carley Dupré with their thoughts and flashbacks. The on to say that it was extremely hot, wish- Homecoming has certainly had matches and a Sharpie. Just write Junior Staff Writer ing that there would have been air condi- its similarities and differences over the something along the lines of “We’re the majority of the book is all buildup, but the Homecoming tioning, although it didn’t hinder the spirit years, but it never fails to bring people perfect match! Want to go to Homecom- climax is incredible and worth waiting for. Title: The Shining Back in the Day of the party. She recounts that she had a together. Students continue to enjoy the ing with me?” on the box and leave two The Shining is about an ex-alcohol- lot of fun, and had no regrets attending week leading up to the dance and make matches in the box. On one write “YES” Author: Stephen King by Taylor Lejeune ic, named Jack Torrance. He is employed the dance. it their own each year. and on the other write “NO.” This option Genre: HORROR Junior Staff Writer as a caretaker for the Overlook Hotel Going even further back, the is cheap, easy, and is sure to get a smile during the winter. This means his wife, It’s the time high school students 60s were an entirely different time. out of your potential date. As many of you know, Stephen Wendy, his son, Danny, and he all have to look forward to. The pep-rallies, Festivities were louder and more If you’re like me and are a bit shy King is known for his inexplicably terrify- extravagant, and absolutely everyone Homecoming Pro- about these sorts of things, you can take move to the hotel for the season. Danny dress-up days, and football game stir ing books. I was never into horror books got in the spirit. a more low key route to a proposal. For is only five years old and always had little up spirit right before the big dance. posals for Procrasti- much, or anything scary for that matter. Groups of friends plan to get ready, “The Homecoming game was this option you’ll need a pack of index visions that he never told his parents. the biggest football game of the year,” nators cards and a pen. On each note card write I decided to give it a try when one of my and there’s no pressure to get a date. by Hannah Kuhn When his dad becomes the caretaker of For many, the Homecoming dance is said “Mr. C,” former LHS teacher and Junior Staff Writer one word from the phrase, “Will You Go To friends, who’s obsessed with the author, current substitute teacher. He wishes Homecoming With Me?” and place them the Overlook, these visions start getting an impassable event. There’s danc- recommended it to me. I was skeptical that Homecoming week still held the in order, in a stack. Execution is key here, frighteningly out of control. In fact, ev- ing, food, and a chance to meet new Did you accidentally wait too long when I first started reading it, but I was importance it used to for everyone. A so this next part is important. When you erything about the plotline seems to go people in a fun environment. This is to ask that special someone to Homecom- hooked by the third chapter when the parade of floats, band students, and see your potential date walking around a little out of a control the longer they’re how we experience it now, but what ing? Well you’re in luck. In this article I’ll plot began to advance. cheerleaders would march down Jef- school, come up from behind them and trapped inside that hotel. was Homecoming like for a different give you some tips and ideas on how to What got me really into the book, ferson Street while the Homecoming perfectly execute a last-minute Home- say “Hey, you dropped this.” and hand I’d honestly give this book a five generation? court rode alongside them in convert- them the stack of seemingly innocent in- besides the endless buildup throughout coming proposal. out of five stars. I loved the constant cliff- “The student body has done a ibles. A rally was held in the stadium dex cards. This proposal is slick and draws each page, was that King really made sure good job of keeping traditions,” said Since you waited this long to pro- hanger tension. It made me not be able before the game, and all the class- less attention to you and your potential that his readers fully understood each Mr. Jonathan Cole, a teacher here pose to your potential date, you’ll want to to put it down for a whole five minutes, rooms were decorated. date. who attended this school in the late make it spectacular while also keeping it without thinking of what would happen “They would put a jukebox in quick and easy. A great way to do this is by If you’re not feeling any of these 90s. Dress-up days were still part of the lobby,” said former LHS student ideas but you still want to ask that special next. Also, just the way King would de- the routine, and he believes that the using food puns because who could turn Mrs. Tanner, from the front office. Stu- down food? someone to Homecoming then just get scribe every scene made it feel like you ones today are still as creative and dents and teachers alike would dance yourself a bouquet of flowers, walk right were right there in the story, which also entertaining as they used to be. The “Everyone loves sweets,” said Haley to music in their 50s attire, as that de- Fischer, Lafayette High junior. “So if you up to your potential date, and ask away. made it that much scarier. I like the way actual date of the dance, however, want to ask someone to Homecoming, Sometimes the simplest proposals are the has gotten earlier over the years. J. it always kept me on my toes; there was sweet treats are the ticket to your poten- most heartfelt and appreciated ones. Cole remembers it being closer to never a dull moment within the story, as if tial date saying yes. Maybe ask with a box The most important thing to re- Halloween, and this year it falls on King knew that each word he wrote had a of donuts saying, ‘Please donut say no. member when asking someone to Home- Oct. 7. Also, instead of renting out a coming is to be confident. There’s no need significance on the story he was creating Homecoming?’ or fill a jar with Smarties place to hold the dance, it was held in and Dum Dums and say, ‘Be a Smartie and to be nervous about this because the in the readers’ minds. the gym. worst they can do is say no and that just If you’re looking for a book to take this Dum Dum to Homecoming.’ Just Nearly a decade earlier, Lanna be creative with it, and especially sweet.” means that you’ll be single and ready to really sink your teeth into, this layered- Lejeune, former Comeaux High stu- If you’re looking for an even simpler food mingle at Homecoming with your friends plotline book is the perfect way to go, and dent, had a similar experience. She option, just spell out “HOCO?” in any given at your side. that’s coming from someone who’s used also believes that it was much like food item and you’ll land yourself a date. 1616 Sports October 2017 October 2017 1717

Oct. 12, JV 5:30 p.m., V 6:30 p.m. more experienced swimmers to come in we have, but I tend to have a soft Mighty Lion Sports Sports Celebrations Maybe you like the idea of dressing Away game at Highland Baptist High and help us get better,” said Everett Cradock, spot for them,” said Gabrielle Pirnie, by Gabby Perrin by Kaitlyn Daigle LHS junior. up and going out, but going to a dance for Tournament, Oct. 14, Varsity, time senior. Co-Editor Junior Staff Writer The next pep rally is sched- really isn’t your style. Shantler Ramon, TBA. The senior swimmers this year are uled for Oct. 6, before the Lions take LHS junior said that if he wasn’t going John Baker, Bowman Craddock, Everett Crad- Volleyball Away game at Comeaux High for Lafayette High students and faculty on the NISH Yellow Jackets in the to the dance, then he would most likely District, Oct. 17, Varsity 5:30 p.m. dock, Hannah Ferguson, Brice Gutshall, Ricky dress up nice before going out to dinner, The year has barely started and the frequently use pep rallies to celebrate stu- Homecoming game. Away game at New Iberia High, Oct. LaFleur, Caden Martin, Emmaline Miller, and that afterwards he might go see a LHS volleyball team is already going for the dent sports at the given time and season. 19, Varsity 4 p.m. Andre Sarrazin, and Miguel Vasquez. If you The pep rallies are designed to support stu- movie with his girlfriend. gold. With a new coach this year, the girls For people that own a telescope Away game at New Iberia High for want to see the team in action, you can at- dent activities and encourage school spirit. are training aggressively for the season. (and even those that don’t), Alex Mal- Tournament, Oct. 21, Varsity, time tend any of the meets listed below. Every student without a major Alternatives to They will be attending regular season combe, LHS junior, recommends stargaz- TBA. Crawfish Aquatics, Oct. 8 referral is invited to attend. LHS students Attending the games, three tournaments, and District and staff gather in the boys’ gym, filling ing. Being able to view the stars in an area Away game at Sulphur High for Dis- Earl J Chris Natatorium, Oct.11 Homecoming competition. Coach Dufrene plans to teach the bleachers. The pep rally includes the that has little light pollution is preferable, trict, Oct. 24, Varsity 4 p.m. Crawfish Aquatics, Oct. 15 her starting group of juniors to be fearless members of the celebrated sports team, Dance but I can assure you that finding constel- Away game at Acadiana High, Oct. Earl J Chris Natatorium, Oct. 22 by Liam Jochum lations when you live closer into the city is on and off the court. She also wants the cheerleaders, dance team, band, and Color 26, Varsity 4 p.m. Earl J Chris Natatorium for District, Nov. 3 Junior Staff Writer still just as much fun. girls to gain more experience this year, in Guard, each with a performance for the Playoffs: Bi-District Round, Oct. 31, Earl J Chris Natatorium for Top 24, Nov. 5 students. No pep rally is complete without On the flip side, there are some order to be unstoppable their senior year. With Homecoming just Varsity, time TBA. SPAR Natatorium in Sulphur for LHSAA interactive games, cheers, music, and Lafay- people who don’t attend Homecoming But Dufrene’s main goal is for the girls to around the corner, students are because they prefer to be around small Playoffs: Regional Round, Nov. 4, State Meet, Nov. 18-19 ette High’s very own “Tuba Fanfare.” become more of a family. scrambling to find dates for the Pep rallies are a welcome relief for groups of people. They may use this free Varsity, time TBA. night of the big dance. It becomes “I want them to have more experi- many students after a long week of school. time to treat themselves to some quality State: Quarters, Semi, Finals, Nov. Football the buzz around school as the day ence working together as a team,” said “The energy is about as high as the alone time, whether that be in or out of the 9-11, Varsity, time TBA. Our LHS football team has had some rolls closer and closer, and is pref- Dufrene. temperature, and you’re suddenly having house. tough competition this year, but that isn’t aced by the Homecoming football “We plan on being a more domi- the time of your life up in the bleachers. For those with a large DVD col- game. While the dance is usually Swim Team stopping some of our top players. #45, Bran- But simply nothing could beat the energy lection, pick out a few that you’ve never nant force this year.” very exciting and seen as a time for Even with fall fast approach- don Revere, has a total of 14 tackles. Coming level of Tuba Fanfare,” said Amber Cao, LHS seen before and watch them back to back. Juniors: Thalia Brown, Bella teens to have fun for a night, there ing, the swim team is training harder up next is #6, Anthony Celestine, who has a junior. Get the popcorn and make sure you have Domingue, Ellie Tavernit, Madison Gum- are also those who decided to skip than ever this year to make it the total of 11 tackles. Next up are #99, James Two teachers, Ms. Mouton and Ms. enough to drink to last at least the whole fory, Destiny Broussard, Kamryn LaSalle, out in favor of doing other activities. Walker and #7, Knorrowka Jones, with a Broussard, have volunteered their time to movie. Alternatively, streaming companies Camille Andrus, Monique Gallien, Royanee best it can be. The team schedule Instead of spending money planning the pep rally games and activities. like Hulu and Netflix have an endless sup- is filled with usual meets, but their total of 10 tackles. #28, Corren Norman, has on getting ready, eating dinner, and Narcisse, Sydney Ambrose, and Lesha Fox. “We have some really fun ideas that ply of movies and TV series that you can main goals this year are to make it rushed a total of 259 yards this season. going to the dance, you could hang Sophomores: Megan Guidry, Caitlin we think the kids will enjoy. We love our binge in an even wider selection of genres. into the District Top 24 and qualify If you’re interested in attending a out with some friends and catch Heikin, Shaunessey Sonnier, and Jansyn lions and we want to build as much sup- If there’s a new movie that’s been for State Competition. football game, the schedule is listed below. up on movies that you may have Joseph. port for them as we can,” said Ms. Broussard out for a few weeks and you’ve been dying missed. According to Brice Gutshall, Home Game, Oct. 6, playing against New when asked about the planning and what to see it, try and buy a showing that’s for Freshman: Madeliene Brignac, Mad- “I would either stay home swim team captain, they are “train- Iberia. to expect this year. later in the evening when less people will eline Oestritch, and Kacie Sanson. and invite a friend over, or go to the ing like mad people.” Even with all Home Game, Oct. 13, playing against Co- Many students are eager to show be there, and show up early. The earlier you If you want to see the girls in action movies,” said Taima Granger LHS the training and meets, the swim meaux. their support for their classmates. “Pep are, the more likely you are to get the seat you can attend any of the games listed sophomore. With movies such as IT that you want. team still plans to have fun and be- Away Game at LaGrange, Oct. 20. rallies are great. There’s so much positive below. and Bladerunner in theatres right If all else fails, spending the night of Away Game at Sam Houston, Oct. 27. energy and so much support that comes Away game at Acadiana High for District, come more of a family this year. now, there’s bound to be something Homecoming at home, pampering your- Home Game, Nov. 3, playing against Acadi- with them. I love them for the band and the Oct. 10, JV 5:30 p.m., V 6:30 p.m. “We have a lot of new swim- entertaining for you and some self with a nice bath and warm pajamas is ana. games they make people play. Most of the Away game at Lafayette Christian High , mers who are doing a great job and friends to watch. almost certain to lift the spirits. October 2017 1818 Editorial October 2017 Editorial 191919 DACA is More Than and Immigration Services, almost 800,000 America Great Again.” People are being live in this country “illegally” and DACA tics/daca-dreamers-immigration-pro- This policy is enforced by the Department undocumented youth were protected deported because Donald Trump and the was supposed to only be a temporary fix, gram/index.html of Homeland Security, but not for long. a Dream under DACA and were required to either Trump Administration firmly believe that by Kate Manuel we cannot treat these people the way http://www.seattletimes.com/opin- DACA should be repealed, and President have graduated from high school, have these 800,000 people are violating the law Junior Staff Writer that the Trump Administration hopes to. ion/dreamers-are-americans-in-their- Trump is working to deport the people GED certification, been in the military, or by simply living in America. We cannot kick them out of our country hearts-and-actions-dont-leave-them-in- protected by this program. be in school at the time. Protection under The immigrants protected under Disclaimer: Since written, Presi- without a home to go to. limbo/ To qualify for DACA, you have to DACA was only considered for those who DACA have made significant contribu- dent Trump has changed his opinions on “DACA gave a group of undocu- https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/27/ meet several “guidelines” as the Depart- met the aforementioned requirements tions to the country’s economy. A national DACA. mented people the ability to get in line, us/politics/dreamers-trump-lawsuit. ment of Homeland Security puts it. These and were younger than 31 on June 15, survey done over the summer by Tom K. “Make America Great Again” were and we did, 800,000 of us,” said Gaby html?mcubz=1 guidelines include being under the age 2012, or came to the U.S. before turning Wong of the University of California, San the famous words that millions of Ameri- Pacheco, one of the leaders of the move- https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/ of 31 as of June 15, 2012, in the United 16. They had to have lived in the United Diego; United We Dream (UWD); the Na- cans heard from our President’s mouth as ment trying to protect DACA, to the New files/USCIS/Resources/Reports%20 States before you turned 16, have stayed States continually since June 15, 2007. tional Immigration Law Center (NILC); and he made his way through the campaign York Times. “The economy didn’t collapse. and%20Studies/Immigration%20 continuously in the United States as of DACA has very specific requirements that the Center for American Progress found trail in 2016. Donald Trump promised to People didn’t lose their jobs. Quite the Forms%20Data/All%20Form%20Types/ June 15, 2007, physically in the U.S. on keep these people on the right track to- that DACA recipients are buying cars and do so in many ways, including deporting contrary: We bought cars, homes, and DACA/daca_performancedata_fy2017_ June 15, 2012 and at the time you ap- wards a successful future. houses, and earning high revenues. The those who were in the United States ille- were able to make better wages.” qtr2.pdf plied for DACA, no lawful status as of Now that Donald Trump has made survey found that at least 72 percent of gally and building a wall between Mexico The home of the brave needs to June 15, 2012, currently in or have gradu- the decision to end DACA, these young Fortune 500’s top 35 companies employ and the Southern United States to prevent quickly decide on a solution for the im- ated from school with a GED or diploma immigrants will be soon forced to return people protected under DACA. For recipi- further immigration. “For those here today migration disagreement that Capitol Hill or been honorably discharged from the to their “home country”. But for some, ents 25 and older, the survey found that Illegal Activity of illegally who are seeking legal status, they is facing at this very moment. There is a U.S. Coast Guard or U.S. Armed Forces, America is the only home they’ve ever 8 percent started their own business after President Obama will have one route and only one route: to need for a program to help these people and finally, have not been convicted of a known. They may not be “American” by being protected under DACA. In 2016, a by Andrew Degeyter return home and apply for reentry,” said find a home in America, continue their felony, significant misdemeanor, or three their country of birth, but they are Ameri- survey by the same group was conducted Senior Staff Writer Trump in a speech on immigration in Sep- educational and occupational journeys or more minor misdemeanors, and do can by their hearts, their words, and their and found that the rate of starting a busi- tember 2016. Now, more than 250 days into their future, and put them on a path not otherwise pose a threat to national spirit. Many of these “illegal aliens” pay ness is only 3.1 percent for the American The Deferred Action for Childhood into his presidency, Donald Trump has to citizenship. Instead, the program that security or public safety. President Donald income tax. Most pursue education and public as a whole. This means that these Arrivals (DACA) is a policy instituted by begun to make that threatening speech a allowed almost a million people to have Trump has announced that he is pushing work for their stay in this country not just immigrants who received DACA are “out- former president Barack Obama that reality. better lives is being cut. With this, the for DACA to be removed and no longer because they want to, but because they pacing the general population in terms of protects certain people from deporta- On September 5, the Trump Ad- economy will suffer and so will thou- enforced. Naturally with every presiden- have to just to be protected from deporta- business creation,” according to the study. tion if they entered the country illegally. ministration announced that the Deferred sands of people. But anything to make tial decision the country is in an uproar. tion from the government. These young The findings of this survey and those Action for Childhood Arrivals program the country great again, right? People are saying DACA has protected people had parents who believed that conducted like it are very clear: DACA (DACA) will be diminished. The program, many people for the past four years, but bringing them to America would give recipients have positively contributed to enacted by President Obama in 2012, Sources: https://www.american- these people still entered illegally and them a better life but are now being pun- the U.S.’s economy. In fact, the research protected illegal immigrant minors from progress.org/issues/immigration/ should still be punished for doing so. ished for things that they may not have from the group found that “DACA benefi- immediate deportation. Instead, those im- news/2017/08/28/437956/daca-recipi- According to a report by the U.S. been able to change. At age two or three, ciaries will contribute $460.3 billion to the migrants would be able to request renew- ents-economic-educational-gains-con- Citizenship and Immigration Services sub- was it their decision to come to America? U.S. gross domestic product over the next able “consideration of deferred action” for tinue-grow/ department in the Department of Home- Of course not. But they are being pun- decade.” With the end of DACA and the de- two years. This basically means that they http://www.foxnews.com/poli- land Security, approximately 800,000 ished for it now, being kicked out of their portation of 800,000 people, the country’s will not be kicked out of the country after tics/2017/09/07/what-is-daca-and-why- people qualify and are approved for homes and having their lives stopped just economy could take a very strong hit. entry, giving them time to prepare for citi- is-trump-administration-ending-it.html protection under DACA as of the start of so the American lawmakers can “Make Although the recipients of DACA zenship. According to the U.S Citizenship http://www.cnn.com/2017/09/04/poli- March 2017. The U.S. population as of the 2020 Editorials October 2017 October 2017 2121 Many people have started making end of 2016 was approximately 323.1 mil- will become a threat. The Department of them illegally into the U.S., whether http://www.cnn.com/2017/09/08/us/ efforts to help those affected by Har- lion people registered, and currently we Homeland Security was made to protect knowingly or not, the parents made a Road To Recovery hurricane-harvey-recovery/index.html by Olivia Cart vey. Former presidents Barack Obama, have grown to approximately 326.0 mil- the United States citizens from hazardous promise that if they were caught that not http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/news- Junior Staff Writer George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George wrap-trump-signs-15-billion-hurricane- lion people according to the United States threats, thus it is illegal for them to con- only would they be deported, but their H.W. Bush, and Jimmy Carter have come harvey-relief-bill/ Census Bureau. People that would like to tinue protecting these people and said illegal child as well. The parent made the Hurricane Harvey was a category together to raise money to help Harvey http://www.cnn.com/2017/09/11/us/ keep DACA argue that if these 800,000 people need to be sent back to their coun- mistake, and someone has to make up for four hurricane with wind speeds of up to victims with their program One America irma-city-by-city/index.html people did leave, then the U.S. economy try of origin as we can’t tell if they aren’t it. Unfortunately the laws are written in a 130 miles per hour. The storm devastated Appeal. They are also willing to raise https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/ southern Texas as it hovered over the money for the people affected by Hur- would tank. If in 2016 with about 3 mil- hazardous to the United States’ safety. way that states the parent pays for their nation-now/2017/09/15/hurricane-irma- lion less people that we have now, the While sending these people back mistake of entering illegally and the kid region for days. It made landfall in Texas ricane Irma. Even our own school has on Aug 25. The hurricane broke many rest-maarten-destruction/670035001/ U.S. economy was fine. Without 800,000 might seem idiotic as if they fled their has to pay for the mistake of the parent made efforts to help those in Texas. cords in its path of destruction and killed On Sept 10, Hurricane Irma people our economy would change so homes originally, they probably won’t bringing them into the country illegally. 70 people. The total rainfall was 51.88 devastated the Florida Keys. It little that only the Department of Com- have one to go back to, but honestly that Overall, DACA is illegal to enforce inches shattering the previous record of made landfall as a category four merce would notice it. is their government’s problem to deal because of the way the law is written. Plus, 48 inches left by tropical storm Amelia in hurricane with wind speeds of 120 Let’s see the people’s credentials with. Maybe if their government hadn’t if repealed, it would have minimal effects 1978. It left a total of $75 billion in dam- miles per hour. An estimated 25% next. One “guideline” is that the person messed up, the immigrants wouldn’t have on the U.S. as a whole. Trump should keep age. of homes were destroyed and 65% has not been convicted of a felony, sig- felt the urge to leave in the first place. pushing towards DACA being repealed. It “Across the region, driveways, with major damage. nificant misdemeanor, or three or more Sending these people back in such large is illegal and proves a waste of time and front lawns and curbs are covered with “Basically, every house in the other misdemeanors, and do not other- numbers sends a message to other coun- money to keep enforcing. what was once inside homes,” reported Keys was impacted some way,” says CNN. wise pose a threat to national security or tries that they need to make changes Federal Emergency Management Many homes and cities are still Agency Ambassador Brock Long to public safety. (Please note that public is quickly to keep their citizens from leav- Sources: under water. As of Sept 8, 21,000 people CNN. referring to the United States and her citi- ing. It isn’t our fault that their country had https://www.uscis.gov/archive/consider- were still living in shelters. President Trump has visited zens.) DACA was originally implemented something that made them want to come ation-deferred-action-childhood-arrivals- “Literally everyone I know flood- areas in Texas as well as Florida to to grant safety to the youth who had no here, and it is their fault they came in il- daca. ed,” says Catherine Richard, a Houston view the destruction for himself. choice in coming to the United States, legally. https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/ resident. She was one of the lucky few He has approved a $15 million bill and while that is a noble cause, these kids Yes, we are still mainly talking USCIS/Resources/Reports%20and%20 who did not flood. According to Richard, for Hurricane Harvey relief. could possibly be considered a threat about kids whose parents brought them Studies/Immigration%20Forms%20Data/ all of her friends have to rebuild their All the areas affected are to national security or public safety be- here, but in the world everything comes All%20Form%20Types/DACA/daca_per- homes. receiving aid, many aren’t receiving Mold and mildew have become a cause no one knows whether or not they with a price. When their parents brought formancedata_fy2017_qtr2.pdf enough. If you are interested large issue. The combination of Texas’ hu- in helping the people affected midity and the soaked drywall is causing by the hurricanes visit www. Check out our it to spread. The goal of Texas residents redcross.org/Disaster-Relief/ is to get the soaked drywall out of their Hurricane for more information. homes before the mold and mildew can Any contribution would help Editor-In-Chief’s blog spread. those in need. Another issue is mosquitoes. The flooding created a breeding ground for Sources: the bugs that carry illnesses such as Zika https://weather.com/storms/ @ thedailyreview662.wordpress.com and West Nile virus. Aerial insecticide hurricane/news/tropical-storm- spraying has begun in areas around Cor- harvey-forecast-texas-louisiana- pus Christi by the Texas Department of arkansas State Health Services. 2222 October 2017 October 2017 232323

flowing by the end of the night: Too Old for the 1. Pennywise from It 2. Any of the Taylor Swifts from her lat- Tricks and Treats? est music video “Look What You Made by Carley Dupré Me Do” Junior Staff Writer 3. The cast of Scooby Doo 4. Eleven from Stranger Things As high schoolers, we all have 5. The Schuyler sisters from Hamilton different opinions on the age we’re con- 6. Someone from the 60s, 70s, 80s or sidered “too old” to go trick or treating. 90s Sure, on Halloween the majority of people 7. The cast of Breaking Bad you’ll see on the streets of your neighbor- 8. The cast of Star Wars hood will be little kids running door to 9. Super heroes Swim and volleyball pictures courtesy of Emily door with their parents, however, if you 10. The cast of American Horror Story Roy. See page 16 for article. feel that you’re never too old for Hallow- 11. Moana een, I say go for it. Even though you might 12. Donald Trump & Hillary Clinton get some weird looks from the old lady Homecoming Court spotlights featured on 13. The cast of Bob’s Burgers pages 4-11 at her door before putting some treats in 14. The cast of Orange is the New Black your pumpkin bucket, free candy is free If none of these appealed to candy, right? you, don’t hesitate to look up any Even if you think you’re too old to costume ideas or go to the local Hal- go door to door dressed as a Power Rang- loween store to check out your options. er or Anna from Frozen, that doesn’t mean Stay spoopy everyone. you shouldn’t dress up. Halloween dress-up parties are usually the most common thing you’ll see with teens, and that’s what the holiday is all about after all. But in my book, the best part of Halloween is sitting among my friends, sorting through the mounds of well-deserved candy after trekking a good two-to-three miles through the suburbs. If you’re pretty creative and up for the challenge, Pinterest and other websites have tons of super cool costume DIYs that will make you stand out for sure. Especially if your costume is TV-inspired, you will be praised by your fellow neighbors and friends who may recognize it right away. Here are a few spooky and cute group and individual costume ideas that will have your candy bucket over- ACTION CORNER! by Gabby Perrin Co-Editor Q: What is your most embarrassing school dance memory?

“I danced with my best friend’s “I danced with a group of girls “Somebody stole my shoes at “Our 8th grade dance theme crush,” Adrienne Arnold, I didn’t know,” Aliya LeBlanc, Homecoming,” Sarah Russo, was Candyland,” Ethan Pavich, freshman. junior. senior. freshman.

“Prom at ECA, I tripped on my “I cried at how cute my date was,” “My mom was late in picking me “My date started dancing with dress and faceplanted,” Olivia Serena Woods, junior. up and I was stuck outside,” Ray my best friend,” Marissa Jenkins, Landry, junior. Ivory, sophomore. sophomore.

“At the end of our 8th grade dance, “We were getting food and my “At Homecoming sophomore “I tried to do a move that I they played ‘Baby’ by Justin Bieber, song came on and I slipped year, my date sat the entire time knew I couldn’t do and ended so I started singing and didn’t real- trying to get to the dance floor,” and it was so awkward,” Alyssa up looking stupid,” Amalie ize when they cut off the music,” Alexus Burrell, sophomore. Trahan, senior. Thibodeaux, senior. Chloe Fontenot, freshman.