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“Whoever fears failure limits opportunity” Advocate Volume XL, Number 5 Kent Denver School, 4000 East Quincy Avenue, Englewood, CO 80110 June 7, 2016 Girls’ Soccer Victorious Clinches First State Title In 10 Years

Photo by Caitlin Vickers The Kent Denver girls’ soccer team celebrates after winning the 3A state championship on May 24. The team beat the Colorado Academy Mustangs to the title 3-1.

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THE POLLA WATKINS SPALDING THE ANNE SAYRE TAGGART `72 THE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN AWARD (English) AWARD (Science) MUSIC Awarded to the student who has demonstrated Awarded to that senior whose investigative Vocal - ROY BRUNSON exceptional growth in both academics and zeal, persistent curiosity, and clarity of thought Instrumental - GEOFFREY BREMER creative writing. embody the spirit of scientific endeavor. AMARI GORDON JACK WOODHULL THE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN ART MADDIE BRAGG THE KARL EPPICH AWARD IN THE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN ENGLISH MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE Awarded for high achievement in English com- Presented to that student who has established a CHRISTINE D. BULLARD position and in the study of English literature. distinguished record in the study of mathemat- ATHLETIC AWARD PIERSON LUND ics and science, not only by achieving a high Awarded to a member of a varsity squad who, academic average, but also by demonstrating by her exemplary spirit, outstanding sportsman- unusual imagination, creativity and interest in ship and sound team play, has contributed most the subject fields, and who best exemplifies the to the girls’ athletic program. THE MARY ADAMS AWARD FOR scholarly pursuit of knowledge. JULIA JASCHKE EXCELLENCE IN MATHEMATICS JARREK HOLMES Presented in honor of Mary Adams, who served Kent Denver School for 37 years, this THE HERBERT MOORE STUDENT award recognizes excellence in scholarship, ASSEMBLY AWARD academic integrity, and a genuine curiosity in THE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN Established to honor the first headmaster of the pursuit of mathematical knowledge. COMPUTER SCIENCE Kent Denver Country Day School, this award REHAN CHOUDHURY JARREK HOLMES is given to a member of the junior or senior class who, in the opinion of the student assem- bly, has contributed significant time and effort THE BOOTHMAN HISTORY CUP in the interests of the school, particularly in This award recognizes that senior who best ex- THE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN extracurricular areas. emplifies the passion and dedication necessary DRAMA MAYA LOVE for historical inquiry, and who does so in a way SEBASTIAN SUN that made a difference in this community, and will continue to make a difference in the future. PIERSON LUND

Amari Gordon Pierson Lund Rehan Choudhury Jack Woodhull Jarrek Holmes Sebastian Sun

Roy Brunson Geoffrey Bremer Maddie Bragg Julia Jaschke Maya Love Rob Casey

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THE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN CAPTAIN MARTIN A. SHELLABARGER missions officers: honesty, self-revelation, risk- THE HELEN YEAGER CUP MUSIC AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN taking, brevity, imagination, and fine writing. Awarded in honor of Mrs. Yeager, who taught Vocal - ROY BRUNSON ATHLETICS 1st Prize English from 1965 to 1986, to that student who Instrumental - GEOFFREY BREMER Awarded to a member of a varsity squad who, by NOAH NAIMAN has made the most academic progress during his/ his exemplary spirit, outstanding sportsmanship 2nd Prize her years at school. and sound team play, has contributed most to the TILLIE NEWCOMB AMARI GORDON THE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN boys’ athletic program. ART ROB CASEY MADDIE BRAGG THE MARY A. BOGUE TROPHY THE AILEEN P. NELSON AWARD Awarded in honor of Miss Bogue, one of the Presented in honor of Mrs. Nelson, dean and founders of Kent School for Girls in 1922, to teacher from 1944 to 1976, to that girl in the se- CHRISTINE D. BULLARD THE AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN THE the senior girl who has, during three consecu- nior class who best exemplifies the qualities of ATHLETIC AWARD STUDY OF A FOREIGN LANGUAGE tive years at school, demonstrated high academic sincere interest, loyalty, integrity and enthusiasm Awarded to a member of a varsity squad who, In the Study of French achievement and service to the school. for the school, its student body, and faculty. by her exemplary spirit, outstanding sportsman- JIM GILTNER CAROLINE REID JACQUE HOWARD ship and sound team play, has contributed most In the Study of Spanish to the girls’ athletic program. SARAH LEVY JULIA JASCHKE In the Study of Mandarin THE DENVER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL THE CLASS OF 1956 CUP JACQUE HOWARD PRIZE FOR SCHOLARSHIP Established by the first graduating class of Den- Awarded to that boy in the upper school who has ver Country Day School, this award is given to THE HERBERT MOORE STUDENT best revealed the qualities of the true scholar: that boy in the senior class who, through his high ASSEMBLY AWARD diligence, intellectual curiosity, and the desire to principles, affirmative leadership and loyalty to Established to honor the first headmaster of THE HILARY H. CARLSON PRIZE FOR pursue knowledge. his school, best exemplifies the standards of this Kent Denver Country Day School, this award SCHOLARSHIP JUSTIN COOPERSMITH school. is given to a member of the junior or senior Given to that girl in the upper school who has ROB CASEY class who, in the opinion of the student assem- best revealed the qualities of the true scholar: bly, has contributed significant time and effort diligence, intellectual curiosity, and the desire to THE CHUCK BOOTHBY MEMORIAL in the interests of the school, particularly in pursue knowledge. AWARD THE GERALD D. BULLARD TROPHY extracurricular areas. MADDIE BILLINGS Given to the student who achieved major aca- Instituted by the faculty in 1995 to honor Gerald MAYA LOVE demic progress in his/her senior year and had a D. Bullard, assistant head for financial affairs, positive effect on school spirit through a lively this award is given to a senior boy who has, dur- THE JOHN U. CARLSON SENIOR good humor and sincere enjoyment of life. ing three consecutive years at school, demon- ESSAY AWARD JIM GILTNER strated high academic achievement and service Presented to that senior whose essay most closely to the school. meets the criteria established by the college ad- JARREK HOLMES

Sebastian Sun Jim Giltner Sarah Levy Jacque Howard Maddie Billings Noah Naiman Tillie Newcomb

Congratulations Class of 2016!

Rob Casey Caroline Reid Justin Coopersmith

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DIRECTOR’S CUP HEAD OF SCHOOL CUP Don’t Forget To Have Fun Awarded to the eighth grade boy and girl who Awarded to the eighth grade boy and girl who, have displayed the highest degree of intellectual by consistent diligence in the classroom, good Junior Awards integrity and a true interest in learning. These sportsmanship, high standards of character, and students have taken the initiative to explore the unswerving loyalty to the school, have displayed THE TAYLOR FRIENDSHIP RING My first day at full range of their potential in the classroom. the strongest affirmative influence among the Given by the senior class to a junior girl to Kent Denver was GRACE REGNIER middle school students. be worn during her senior year and returned. an eventful one. As ELIOT HODGES KAYLA ROBERTSON The award is given to that junior who best JACK LANDGRAFF exemplifies the qualities of friendship and a self-conscious and warmth that are felt by all. shy sixth-grader, I MIDDLE SCHOOL ARTS AWARDS GABRIELLE KINNEY was nervous about Drama what the future JULIETTE WATKINS EXCELLENCE IN DISCIPLINE AWARDS had in store. As I English THE CLASS OF 1975 RING looked at the seniors Music OLIVIA CHOI Presented to the junior boy who, by vote dressed in Nintendo DECLAN SOANE of the senior class, is deemed to have dis- costumes, I won- History played true qualities of friendship. dered if I had made Visual Art CALEY CAPOOT MAX MEHLMAN the right choice in coming to a school where I WILL HALVERSON knew no one. Mathematics And then it hit me. No. Not an epiphany JACK PARKHOUSE THE DENVER COUNTRY DAY that would change the course of my Kent Den- CHARACTER SCHOLAR AWARD ver career. But a blue Jolly Rancher, hurled by NICHOLAS GATES MEMORIAL AWARD Science Given to that junior who embodies the charac- Donkey Kong, hit me in the face. And then the Awarded to the eighth grade boy and girl who, MIKA FISHER teristics of scholar, athlete, and leader fostered Kent Denver chapter of my life began. through open caring, honest affection for fellow by Denver Country Day School. This student Finally, the big day has come. June 7, also possesses a strong individual spirit and students, and a willingness to take risks, have French 2016, which used to be a distant date on the inspires a warm, lasting respect of those who become true role models for the ideals of Kent ARDEN HOVERMALE calendar, has now become a reality. I remem- meet him. Denver Middle School. ber logging into my Kent Denver email address JOHN REGAN DAISY SHARROW Mandarin ([email protected]) for the first time ADAM STROMBERG MATTHEW GIN and thinking to myself that 2016 was an eter- THE BRIAN TRICE ‘85 AWARD nity away. At times, the days felt endless. But Spanish looking back on my high school experience, the JEREMY GART Awarded to a member of the junior class BLAIR JENKINS AWARD who has demonstrated many of the qualities Awarded to the student who, throughout their that characterized Brian: sensitivity toward middle school career, has demonstrated the great- his peers, high academic achievement, and Enjoy The Feeling Of Belonging est personal and academic growth and has most MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS AWARD a lively good humor. benefited from the middle school experience. BAILEY PARKHOUSE TRENT SMILEY ASHLEY KIM MATTHEW REDMOND GRIFFIN MARX I’ll miss many things about Kent Denver: my teachers, the classes — even that deer HELEN YEAGER LITERARY AWARD statue near the Upper School gym. But the RANDY MACMILLAN OUTDOOR Dedicated by the Board of Trustees to honor thing I’ll reminisce the most about in college EDUCATION AWARD Mrs. Helen Yeager, who was a teacher for 21 is that feeling of belonging. That sense of fa- Presented to the middle school student who years at the Kent School for Girls and the Kent miliarity. That ability to say, “You’re in my demonstrates a special connection with the out- Denver Country Day School. Awarded to stu- town, baby.” doors. Positively contributing to middle school dents in each grade level who display outstand- It’s taken almost seven years, but I final- trips, interim, outdoor class work, or community ing writing ability. ly feel like I know Kent Denver inside out; service, this student relishes activities in a natu- Grade 6 ral setting, and is mindful of outdoor challenges, SOFIA DEL CASTILLO being a Master Tour Guide can do that for community needs, and natural systems. There EVAN STUBBS Gabrielle Kinney Max Mehlman you. I can tell you where to find the English are many means of respecting and enjoying that Grade 7 department (the east side of the building), which lies beyond the doorway. This award rec- AMELIA SAFFOLD where the nearest bathroom is (I’ve used all of them), or where the best ognizes that middle school child who has ven- VIVEK SHAH place to get some quiet studying is (though that’s a trade secret). I can tured beyond the threshold and flourished. Grade 8 also advise you to take a walk outside between classes. To be honest, McKAY LINDSAY ELLIE SULLIVAN there’s nothing better than fresh air after several hours indoors; a walk LUKAS THOMAS ‘round the campus offers this opportunity in spades. Back to that feeling of belonging. It’s trite, sure, but I feel at home — and not just because I know Kent Denver’s nooks and crannies. For example, I know most of the faculty and staff pretty well. Also, though John Regan Trent Smiley I’ve never really had a set friend group throughout my Kent Denver Page 4, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Swan Songs Don’t Forget To Have Fun

by Alex Yoshida months and years felt short. a perfect high school experience. Kent Denver For most of my life I have looked forward has helped me become the person I am today, to the freedom that college brings. and for that I am forever grateful. My first day at The idea that I can eat only Cinnamon Toast As I leave Kent Denver, I only have one Kent Denver was Crunch and ramen noodles, without getting a piece of advice: enjoy the ride. Sometimes an eventful one. As look of pure disappointment from my mom, you’re going to get hit in the face by a meta- a self-conscious and makes me excited for what’s to come. Get- phorical blue Jolly Rancher, but it’s all about shy sixth-grader, I ting a fresh start in college and cheering on the picking up that Jolly Rancher off the floor of the was nervous about USC Trojans on Saturdays will hopefully bring car and popping it in your mouth, and moving what the future another four unforgettable years. I’m excited on with your day. Enjoy the little things like the had in store. As I about this new experience, but nonetheless, my rides to school, the laid back nights with friends, looked at the seniors mother’s nostalgia has worn off on me too. and the “lasts” that will occur throughout senior dressed in Nintendo I’ll miss all the experiences I’ve had at year. And amidst the stress of school and col- costumes, I won- 4000 E. Quincy Ave. lege looming on the horizon, don’t forget to dered if I had made I’ll miss the collective and simultaneous have fun. the right choice in coming to a school where I moan when Coach tells you to “get on the line.” It’s been real, Kent Denver. knew no one. The frustrating drives to school in “Ice Age” Yosh out. And then it hit me. No. Not an epiphany conditions when all you can think about is how that would change the course of my Kent Den- much you resent Jerry Walker for making you ver career. But a blue Jolly Rancher, hurled by get out of bed this morning. The late nights Donkey Kong, hit me in the face. And then the spent downing coffee in an attempt to power Kent Denver chapter of my life began. through the last few lines of your paper due the Finally, the big day has come. June 7, next morning. I’ll even miss the territorial geese 2016, which used to be a distant date on the that inhabit our beautiful campus. And last, but calendar, has now become a reality. I remem- certainly not least, I will forever cherish the ber logging into my Kent Denver email address relationships I’ve made throughout my seven ([email protected]) for the first time years here with classmates, teammates, teach- and thinking to myself that 2016 was an eter- ers, and coaches. While Kent Denver certainly nity away. At times, the days felt endless. But Senior Swan Songs has its flaws, I didn’t come to this school to have looking back on my high school experience, the Enjoy The Feeling Of Belonging career, as I tend to bounce around a lot, I have different kinds of friends by Mark Bautista and acquaintances in the community. It’s friendly enough, and I’ll truly miss those relationships. I’ll miss many things about Kent Denver: Though, if there’s one thing I want to take from Kent Denver with me, my teachers, the classes — even that deer it’s the comfort that entertaining people brings me. Ironically enough, statue near the Upper School gym. But the (most of) my inhibitions dissipate when I’m on stage. It’s strange and thing I’ll reminisce the most about in college exhilarating in the way that performers feed off the energy of the crowd, is that feeling of belonging. That sense of fa- but I guess that’s why I feel at home on stage — Kent Denver’s stage. miliarity. That ability to say, “You’re in my Even though I know only 10% of Kent Denver’s pop culture references, town, baby.” the school’s audience is like a jacket. Ultimately, it’s got your back. And It’s taken almost seven years, but I final- I suppose that’s why I kept coming back to it. The familiarity of it all. ly feel like I know Kent Denver inside out; However, there’s a bit of a conflict here. In theory, familiarity sounds being a Master Tour Guide can do that for amazing. I mean, I’d always know where to go, what to do, how to do it. you. I can tell you where to find the English It becomes easy and comfortable and I like easy and comfortable (who department (the east side of the building), doesn’t?). But one of the things I’ve been trying to cope with in recent where the nearest bathroom is (I’ve used all of them), or where the best weeks is the realization that familiarity won’t always be present in my place to get some quiet studying is (though that’s a trade secret). I can life. I can only hope it’ll be there in college, but, even then, it’ll take a also advise you to take a walk outside between classes. To be honest, while to find it again. If anything, that thought frightens me. there’s nothing better than fresh air after several hours indoors; a walk But then again, familiarity can sometimes become monotonous. ‘round the campus offers this opportunity in spades. Seven years in the same place can (sometimes!) be a little dry. And, Back to that feeling of belonging. It’s trite, sure, but I feel at home even though I took some risks throughout my career, it’s about time for — and not just because I know Kent Denver’s nooks and crannies. For the biggest risk of all — leaving. Again, scary. But, hey, I survived high example, I know most of the faculty and staff pretty well. Also, though school, so how scary can life after graduation be? I’ve never really had a set friend group throughout my Kent Denver

THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Page 5 Swan Songs High School Is More Than A Stepping Stone gence of the Bieber phenomenon, the changing of a headmaster, and even by Jarrek Holmes whatever ‘The Life of Pablo’ can be described as. As I’m sitting here, trying to think of what Yet, ever since I was the awkward freshman who still had a rolling to write for my Swan Song, I get a little car- backpack from middle school, I’ve had my eyes fixed so firmly on the ried away with all the possible advice, thank horizon that most of the time I didn’t notice what I was living through. I you’s, and personal anecdotes I can share. knew what I was supposed to do and supposed to be, and that, by doing Now, don’t get me wrong, I plan on indulging those things, I would somehow reach that horizon and eventually begin myself quite thoroughly on all three of these living my life. High school was just a passing thing and, in the grand fronts, but, first, if you don’t mind, allow me scheme of things, unimportant. to reminisce on my four years. That’s just not true. It’s not too difficult to remember the last I’m grateful for my parents, my teachers, my mentors, and especially day of middle school and my first day at Kent my friends for reminding me that there is always more to life. We must Denver. Though attempting to recall the same not grow so lazy in our indifference that we believe small failures, today, for elementary school requires the sort of are unimportant. And not failures that occur from a failure to succeed, but imaginative effort which suggests I’m filling the holes in my memory failures which are byproducts of our inability to be the person we should with stories I’ve been told over the years. be. A failure to try, a failure to be kind, a failure to begin again. For when Yet, this cycle of graduating from one school and moving to the next we believe that these moments are nothing but a stepping stone to a better now seems less routine than it once did. When I started high school it life, we disregard the impact we have right now. felt like I was embarking on a stepping stone, a path from childhood to These four years of high school are just as important as any other adulthood, a necessary evil which, once overcome, could be remembered period of time, and the things we do now are who we are. So go out and fondly as “the terrible years.” live them, breathe them, experience every aching heartbreak and impos- Four years of it, however, have taught me something different. sible success and even every mundane moment you should never forget. In four years our world has been reshaped; we experienced nearly the This is your life. Here. Today. This moment. Don’t remember it: live entire last term of Obama’s presidency, the collapse and sudden resur- it. Appreciating The Little Moments

by Kevin Adams and made my way through the Upper School. Suddenly, the day had ar- rived. There I was, seated in those same chairs for the last time, but this time seated in the opposite direction, facing the classes below me. In my Seven years ago, the Class of 2016 sat to- astronaut costume, I felt that I had traveled so much farther than just the gether for the first time. As we positioned our- moon during my time at Kent Denver. All of the things that I desperately selves next to one another on the plastic chairs looked forward to were now just memories. Eventually, this day became behind the middle school, Dr. Horn urged us all a memory too. to take a good look at the Senior Class. Aside from their flamboyant costumes, I noticed how During my time at Kent Denver, I was so obsessed with completing confident the Senior Class students were. At the next step that sometimes I forgot to appreciate the ride. As my days at that mo- Kent Denver have whittled down ment, I to single digits, I find myself no distinct- longer looking toward the future, ly re- but rather, I am now reminiscing member on my seven years here. how much I wanted be like one of Be appreciative of the little mo- them. ments. The passage comes quickly For the following years, I main- to a close. During these seven tained the same attitude. I spent years, I have forged unbreakable my time looking forward. I looked friendships, learned from excep- forward to my first middle school tional teachers, and walked across trip, to school dances, to finishing the most beautiful campus in Colo- classes and finals, but most impor- rado. It has been the greatest jour- tant, I looked forward to my first ney of my life. day as a senior. I think I can speak for the Class The next seven years quickly of 2016 when I say thank you, vanished. I finished Middle School Kent Denver. We will miss you. Photo by Madison White Page 6, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Swan Songs High School Is More Than A Stepping Stone Reflecting Back On Five Tremendous Years gence of the Bieber phenomenon, the changing of a headmaster, and even would like to thank Mr. Barrow (affectionately that this unplanned, ill-advised, totally crazy whatever ‘The Life of Pablo’ can be described as. by Rob Casey known as Lee) for being a friend and mentor idea to move away from the East Coast turned Yet, ever since I was the awkward freshman who still had a rolling I started writ- on the basketball court, in advisory, and in the out to be wildly successful. I wouldn’t trade backpack from middle school, I’ve had my eyes fixed so firmly on the ing my Swan Song classroom. these years for anything. horizon that most of the time I didn’t notice what I was living through. I with the clichéd And finally (pay attention to this part): Go Sun Devils. knew what I was supposed to do and supposed to be, and that, by doing statement, “It’s im- Mom and Dad, I can now bring myself to admit those things, I would somehow reach that horizon and eventually begin possible to quan- living my life. High school was just a passing thing and, in the grand tify…” But, quite scheme of things, unimportant. frankly, I can quan- That’s just not true. tify a lot of my ex- I’m grateful for my parents, my teachers, my mentors, and especially periences while at my friends for reminding me that there is always more to life. We must Kent Denver. Five not grow so lazy in our indifference that we believe small failures, today, years, 10 semesters, are unimportant. And not failures that occur from a failure to succeed, but 15 athletic seasons, failures which are byproducts of our inability to be the person we should 31 courses, and thousands upon thousands of be. A failure to try, a failure to be kind, a failure to begin again. For when hours getting my ankles taped (shoutout: Jack). we believe that these moments are nothing but a stepping stone to a better I have sung (rather poorly) in 13 choir concerts. life, we disregard the impact we have right now. I have watched two iterations of Coffee House These four years of high school are just as important as any other and been to one Kent Denver graduation (hope- period of time, and the things we do now are who we are. So go out and fully, I’ll make it to my own too). I have been live them, breathe them, experience every aching heartbreak and impos- lucky to have five amazing advisors, 19 inspira- sible success and even every mundane moment you should never forget. tional coaches, and one Sun Devil sister. This is your life. Here. Today. This moment. Don’t remember it: live OK, back to everyone’s favorite literary it. tool: the cliché. Because even after having crunched the numbers, it still is truly impossible to quantify the impact the Kent Denver commu- nity has had on me. I stepped onto the campus Appreciating The Little Moments as a petrified eighth grader, but I now leave as, at least, a semi-competent senior. My teachers, friends, coaches, and mentors have pushed me to become a person I am proud of today. I have learned about the world, and also about myself, during my time at Kent Denver. Much like those brutal award ceremony acceptance speeches, there isn’t enough room here for proper appreciation. I cannot thank even a small portion of the people who have made my time at Kent Denver the best five years of my life. But before I go, I would like to specifically mention Coach Yates and Coach Boat, for pushing me to be a man. I would like to thank Ms. Halverson for guiding me through Graphic by Pierson Lund AP US History and the college process. And I

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THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Page 7 News Drip Drop Entrepreneurs Take On Shark Tank Shocking Senior Secrets Revealed by Andrew Park exchange for the money they need. Greenwald and Nassif described the show as the “highest level an entrepreneur can get into.” “We may not have driver’s licenses, but we As the school year comes to a close, the have a patent, and this baby’s a chick magnet!” “There were 50,000 applicants at first,” Kent Denver community has prepared to say Nassif said. “It went down to 200 applicants, Freshmen Oliver Greenwald and Sam goodbye to a memorable class of seniors. Their and then 130 went on the show.” Nassif were able to secure a U.S. patent on academic successes, contagious personalities, their new invention called the Drip Drop after Greenwald and Nassif were able to get creativity, and kindness will leave the under- competing in the Charles C. Gates Invention a spot for an episode, but there were a lot of classmen with big shoes to fill. & Innovation Competition as fifth graders at preparations to be done. Greenwald said the But, despite all of its good, the Class of Graland Country Day School. The creation of hardest part of the preparation was making the 2016 also has a dark side. The stress of being the company began when the two young entre- Drip Drop prototype and testing every func- a Kent Denver student is punctuated by the oc- preneurs found the “solution to a worldwide tionality to make sure the cone worked. casional mischievous behavior. These momen- problem” — dripping ice cream. “The experience before the airing of the tary lapses in judgment have made both the Their ideas sparked when they “saw a little episode was really a nerve wracking experi- best and worst (if not both) of memories. girl at Bonnie Brae Ice Cream covered in a ence!,” Nassif said. “We were not too confident For some seniors, these confessions have sticky mess while crying, and the mother was Photo by Cordelia Lowry we would get a deal from any of the sharks.” Freshmen Oliver Greenwald and been locked away for almost seven years. But trying to clean her daughter with a lot of nap- Greenwald and Nassif appeared on na- now, the truth has finally come out. Every nit- kins!,” Greenwald said. “We came up with an Sam Nassif pose with their delicious tional television on April 22. The episode in- ty-gritty, not-so-pretty, still-can’t-believe-that- idea to create a tasty edible ring to protect the invention. troduced the story of the Drip Drop, and then happened moment from the seniors’ past seven sticky ice cream drips from making a mess.” came the negotiations with the sharks. Green- years at Kent Denver is exposed below. The two entrepreneurs have come a long wald and Nassif asked for $50,000 for a 20 Seniors contributed their stories anony- way to establish their company. To further in- percent stake. After a mix of serious negotia- mously. We took it upon ourselves to explain crease and expand their business, they sought tions, laughs, and dramatic moments, the en- the lesson imparted by each and every experi- support from a very successful entrepreneur. trepreneurs got a deal from Barbara Corcoran, ence. In order to do this, Oliver and Sam auditioned who offered $50,000 in return for 33.3% of the We would now like to present the 2016 edi- for the live television show Shark Tank. company, and with the caveat of a better de- sign and functionality. tion of Senior Confessions. Shark Tank provides investment opportuni- ties to small businesses after being presented When asked about the lessons they learned to venture capitalists. The presenters tell the from Shark Tank, Greenwald said: “Never give investors about their company and its intended up, stay patient, and accept failures. Inventions return profit. They then offer the investors a can be simple, but it’s building something percentage of ownership of the company, in Graphic by Josaleigh Powers that’s takes the most time. The simple things are sometimes the best inventions.” Rising Seniors Excited To Lead by Alie Goldbatt year. The student body is eagerly awaiting the Taking on a more serious senior position humor that Reeves and Kinney will bring to as the student representative to the Board of Fun Fridays, as they did in their campaign Trustees, Chao said she is looking forward Without the presence of the seniors, the speeches. to “experiencing the inner workings of Kent school year began to wind down in mid-May. Denver and what really drives the school and Yet there is no doubt that the entire high school Reeves and Kinney said they are especially power of those behind the decisions.” is looking to the recently elected juniors to up- looking forward to leading the upcoming Fun hold their positions of leadership next school Fridays and making the upper school audience As the sole student leader on the board, she year. laugh with their jokes. They also plan to in- said she is anticipating meeting board mem- clude more students in the Fun Friday assem- bers and voicing her opinion and the students’ The junior campaigning season began in blies to increase participation. Reeves said he opinions on future building and construction April, with many students hoping to secure an is anticipating taking more risks as a student projects. “It will only be as good as we make elected position, enticing fellow students with leader next year while “trying new things and it,” Chao said. Oreo truffles, clever posters and slogans, well seeing what works and what does not,” specifi- crafted speeches, and promises of change. Following the major school elections, in- cally in regard to Fun Fridays and possibly the dividual class elections were held to select Juniors Gabby Kinney and Justin Reeves Ethics Day assembly. When asked to expand each grade’s president as well as the student landed the titles of 2016-17 All-School Presi- on their ideas, our new leaders would not dis- representatives to the discipline panel. Class dents, while junior Mary Chao was elected close specifics, as to not ruin the sure surprise, leaders are freshman Cecily Coors (Class of as the student representative to the Board of but overall, they said they both hope to leave 2019), sophomore Lukas Drexler-Bruce (Class Trustees. All three elected students said they a positive legacy at Kent Denver, not only as of 2018), and junior Nathan Rosenberg (Class are eager to assume their roles as seniors next individuals but also as a class. of 2017). Page 8, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Features Drip Drop Entrepreneurs Take On Shark Tank Shocking Senior Secrets Revealed One time, I shattered a light in the field Bogue or a free ice cream bar? We understand by Ashley Capoot and Izzy Haifleigh house using a lacrosse stick as a javelin. your choice. As the school year comes to a close, the Moral of the Story: It seems like track and Kent Denver community has prepared to say field, not lacrosse, would be your calling. My whole class would leave in the mid- goodbye to a memorable class of seniors. Their dle of class to go play flappy golf in the bath- academic successes, contagious personalities, room. creativity, and kindness will leave the under- I got caught peeing on the boathouse classmen with big shoes to fill. in 7th grade. The teacher saw me, but my Moral of the Story: Now that’s a class we stream kept flowing. would sign up for. But, despite all of its good, the Class of 2016 also has a dark side. The stress of being Moral of the Story: As Miley Cyrus once a Kent Denver student is punctuated by the oc- said: “We can’t stop… We won’t stop…” I have stood on top of the Bogue Café casional mischievous behavior. These momen- counter naked, end of story. tary lapses in judgment have made both the best and worst (if not both) of memories. I’ve been in two long-term relationships Moral of the Story: At Kent Denver, self- for the past year. Neither of them know. expression is important. For some seniors, these confessions have been locked away for almost seven years. But Moral of the Story: Juggling two relation- now, the truth has finally come out. Every nit- ships at once and keeping them both a secret I ate food in the library almost every ty-gritty, not-so-pretty, still-can’t-believe-that- is pretty impressive. You’ve earned our respect single day of my high school career. my friend. happened moment from the seniors’ past seven Moral of the Story: Watch out everyone, it years at Kent Denver is exposed below. looks as if we have a true rebel in our midst. Seniors contributed their stories anony- Lee Barrow and I play Trivia Crack to- mously. We took it upon ourselves to explain gether. the lesson imparted by each and every experi- I’ve been in love with Max Waldbaum Moral of the Story: To be sure, risk taking for a while now. ence. is encouraged at Kent Denver, but playing the We would now like to present the 2016 edi- organizer of trivia night at his own game is a Moral of the Story: We’ve all been there. tion of Senior Confessions. risky move indeed. Don’t worry… it’s just a phase.

I once ate an ice cream bar from the teachers’ lounge. Moral of the Story: $2.00 for a drink from Rising Seniors Excited To Lead Finishing Off The Year With Spring Fling After many rounds, the championship by Sophia Rase and Claire Hutchison teams were determined. Sophomore Willy Spring Fling 2016 was filled with great Boatman, freshman Coby Gold, and junior food, fun activities, and enthusiastic students. Mason Saaed competed in a heated game From the tie-dye stations to the annual 3v3 against seniors Will McKissick, Ben Melvin, basketball tournament, the activities were well and Matt Wells. After five minutes of hard play planned and fun to participate in. Even though from each team, the seniors fell. the weather was not ideal, students still made “Our team dynamics were amazing, and the best of the day. it’s always nice beating Tune Squad and Mr. The highlight for many students was play- Barrow,” Boatman said. ing and watching the 3v3 tournament. Players In the next gym over, inflatable games were dressed up with their teammates in creative set up. Even freshman dean Mr. Ballantyne uniforms and competed against their friends in partook in the fun games and spent the last few the five-minute games, vying for a spot in the hours of his first year at Kent Denver with his championship. freshman students. “What makes the tournament so exciting is Junior Siena Fite created a beautiful draw- how many students participate, and the short- ing of an ice cream cone that was printed onto ness of the games adds to the adrenaline and the Spring Fling t-shirts. Students were able to keeps the fans interested,” said sophomore tie dye them, and they are now a fun reminder Benan Ersek. of the 2016 school year. Graphic by Ashley Hernandez THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Page 9 Features Mr. Jackson Shares His Insights Beyoncé’s Lemonade Captivates Fans is going to show up and be like on a certain day. I think the hardest part by Reagen Haecker about teaching is [that] you always have to be prepared for however a kid is doing or [whatever] a kid is feeling on any particular day. Mr. Bradley Jackson joined the Kent What are you looking forward to about being a dean? Denver community as a sixth grade teaching fellow almost three years ago. He has since I am very excited that I get to share in all of the big picture things gone on to teach seventh grade American that happen in a kid’s lives. I love teaching in the classroom, but I’ve history and eighth grade English and has realized that education also involves your friendships, your family life, become a favorite of his students and col- your hopes and dreams for college, and so many other things. There are leagues alike. Next year, Mr. Jackson will all of these different [factors] outside of the classroom that impact who teach students in the Upper School and serve a person becomes. I’m really excited as a dean that I will get to be a part as the Dean of the Class of 2020, continuing of kids’ lives in all of those kinds of ways outside of the classroom, too. to dedicate his efforts to the education and What is one piece of advice that you would give to the students of the lives of his students. Class of 2020 as they transition into high school? Mr. Jackson said he looks forward to Photo by Alie Goldblatt I would sum it up by [encouraging students] to be very conscious of becoming an integral part of the everyday what success means. In high school, there are a lot of different ways that hustle and bustle of his students’ lives and Mr. Jackson will you can measure how successful you are, and a lot of it gets clouded in having a positive impact on the class as a be the dean of the the pressures of what you’re supposed to be, who your parents want you whole. The Sun Devils’ Advocate sat down Class of 2020. to be, or who your friends want you to be. I think what is really impor- with Mr. Jackson to gain his perspective on tant is that you go to high school with your own definition of success, so becoming a Kent Denver teacher and the that you can measure yourself, measure your own goals, and not let the school’s newest dean. pressures of other people be the things that hold you back or put negative What do you love most about teaching students? stresses on you. I think what I love most about teaching is getting to work with kids. What do you find special or unique about our Kent Denver com- On May 2, celebrities from Beyoncé to Kim There is a curiosity about children that I just love. There is an energy to munity? Kardashian and Nick Jonas flocked to the steps children as well that I just find hilarious, and I’ve become addicted to I think the coolest thing about Kent Denver is that you can’t fall of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New hanging out with people of this age group. I think the best part of getting through the cracks. It’s a community where there are so many caring peo- York to celebrate what has become known as to teach is getting to interact with kids who are so curious and energetic. ple, and it’s such a small community, that it’s impossible to just disappear fashion’s biggest night out. Held annually on What do you find most challenging about teaching? or be invisible here. I think that’s really special because it means that ev- the first Monday of May, the Met Gala isa ery single person at Kent Denver matters. Every person who walks into fundraiser for the Costume Institute at the mu- The most challenging thing about teaching is that kids are in differ- this community is treated with a lot of importance because they [really] seum. This year, the ball’s theme was “Manus ent places everyday. There is so much that happens in a child’s life that do mean a lot at our school. x Machina: Fashion in the Age of Technology.” impacts them outside of the classroom, that you never know how a kid Vogue Magazine Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour hosted the event, and Taylor Swift, Id- Seniors Enter ‘The Real World’ During CIE ris Elba, and Jonathan Ive served as this year’s co-chairs. by Willa Sobel experience which The “Manus x Machina” theme inspired could also possibly designers and stylists to dress their clients in Before departing from their regular high school classes to enter the lead into a summer futuristic dresses. Some major trends of the “real world” on May 16, Kent Denver’s seniors were busy completing job!” night included head-to-toe metallic, detailed their last final and AP exams. While the halls of the upper school have CIE also gives seemed empty without the laughter, chatter, and commotion associated seniors a chance with the Class of 2016, the seniors have been busy, spending the last three to experiment with R&B Band Recognized As Best In Nation, Again weeks before graduation immersed in the Career Internship Experience possible career paths. (CIE), a required professional program for seniors. Matt Wells, who This year’s seniors took a variety of paths and participated in interned with an impressive internships. orthopedic surgeon, “I’m working with my aunt, who owns an art consulting company,” said before his CIE said senior Louisa Benson. “I am excited to explore the world of art, see began, “I’m excited how it is mounted, priced, see what goes where and all of that sort of because I’m going to stuff. I hope the CIE will give me more ideas of what I am planning on be a premed major next year, so it’ll be majoring in.” Photo by Olivia Leoni cool to see what I’d be Students’ internships often have the potential to open doors to future doing all day if I really Seniors Olivia Leoni and Chloe job opportunities. Abby Rifkin, who interned at Pinks, a boutique in the become a doctor.” Hancock make cupcakes for their Bonnie Brae neighborhood, added: “I am excited to get a real life work CIE.

Page 10, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Arts & Entertainment Mr. Jackson Shares His Insights Beyoncé’s Lemonade Captivates Fans is going to show up and be like on a certain day. I think the hardest part Lemonade showcases Beyoncé’s ability to “he better call Becky with the good hair.” The about teaching is [that] you always have to be prepared for however a kid by Audrey McDonald write catchy yet meaningful songs intertwined “Beyhive,” Beyoncé’s fan base, has identified is doing or [whatever] a kid is feeling on any particular day. with powerful messages. Although she preach- many celebrities who could be “Becky.” The On April 23, a “Tidal Wave” hit the world. es about infidelity and betrayal, she also speaks most common theory is that Jay Z became in- What are you looking forward to about being a dean? Beyoncé Knowles dropped another surprise al- strongly of family, feminism, racism, and Afri- volved with designer Rachel Roy. Roy’s Ins- I am very excited that I get to share in all of the big picture things bum, Lemonade, on the streaming service Tid- can American empowerment. tagram page brought in so much criticism, she that happen in a kid’s lives. I love teaching in the classroom, but I’ve al, along with a short film, also named Lemon- Beyoncé helped write and produce each had to make her page private. realized that education also involves your friendships, your family life, ade, which premiered on HBO. The shocking song on the album, and she heavily influenced Lemonade is one of the best albums Beyon- your hopes and dreams for college, and so many other things. There are album covers her journey through revelations the story behind the visual album. The hour- cé has released, and it only solidifies her sta- all of these different [factors] outside of the classroom that impact who of her husband’s, Jay Z, supposed infidelity. It long film was primarily shot throughout urban tus as the queen of music. “I think Lemonade a person becomes. I’m really excited as a dean that I will get to be a part contains 12 new songs, including the surprise and rural areas of the American South. The is one of Beyoncé’s best albums so far,” said of kids’ lives in all of those kinds of ways outside of the classroom, too. single Formation. film includes all of the songs on the album sophomore Kayla Tuchman. “I love how every What is one piece of advice that you would give to the students of the Lemonade shows a vulnerability that the and poetry by Somali poet Warsan Shire in be- song seems like it’s from a slightly different Class of 2020 as they transition into high school? public very rarely sees with celebrities. Beyon- tween each song. genre. I constantly have it on repeat!” I would sum it up by [encouraging students] to be very conscious of cé’s raw honesty and emotions are part of the Although Beyoncé shares her husband’s Lemonade is undoubtedly one of the best what success means. In high school, there are a lot of different ways that reason that this album reached number one on adultery with the world, it is up to the listener albums Beyoncé has created and will be re- you can measure how successful you are, and a lot of it gets clouded in the U.S. Billboard 200 and sold over 485,000 to decipher with whom he cheated on her. In membered for generations to come. the pressures of what you’re supposed to be, who your parents want you copies in its first week. the song Sorry, Beyoncé tells her husband that, to be, or who your friends want you to be. I think what is really impor- tant is that you go to high school with your own definition of success, so that you can measure yourself, measure your own goals, and not let the Fashion Bonanza On Display At Met Gala pressures of other people be the things that hold you back or put negative beading, scandalous side cutouts, and armor- with natural, luminous makeup, allowing her by Kayla Tuchman stresses on you. like ensembles. dress to be her statement piece of the night. What do you find special or unique about our Kent Denver com- On May 2, celebrities from Beyoncé to Kim Host Taylor Swift embodied the “Machina” “Kendall Jenner’s dress was by far my munity? Kardashian and Nick Jonas flocked to the steps part of the theme by wearing a short, silver favorite,” said junior Audrey McDonald. “I I think the coolest thing about Kent Denver is that you can’t fall of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New snake skin-printed dress with side cutouts and loved the shape and the colors of the dress. She through the cracks. It’s a community where there are so many caring peo- York to celebrate what has become known as a tiered skirt by Louis Vuitton. She paired the looked amazing, and her choices of accessories ple, and it’s such a small community, that it’s impossible to just disappear fashion’s biggest night out. Held annually on dress with knee high, black lace up gladiator complemented the dress perfectly.” the first Monday of May, the Met Gala isa or be invisible here. I think that’s really special because it means that ev- style heels. Adding to her edgy look, the singer The women were not the only guests to fundraiser for the Costume Institute at the mu- ery single person at Kent Denver matters. Every person who walks into styled her new bleached bob with loose messy make statements on the red carpet. Many seum. This year, the ball’s theme was “Manus this community is treated with a lot of importance because they [really] waves. Her look was more punk than the “red male guests portrayed the technology theme x Machina: Fashion in the Age of Technology.” do mean a lot at our school. lip classic” style many are used to seeing from in their own fashion choices. Zayn Malik wore Vogue Magazine Editor-in-Chief Anna her. She wore dark lipstick and neutral eye armored sleeves with his Versace suit, which Wintour hosted the event, and Taylor Swift, Id- makeup. added a bionic aspect to his outfit, and Orlando ris Elba, and Jonathan Ive served as this year’s Model Kendall Jenner, who graced the red Bloom wore a Tamagotchi as his boutonniere, co-chairs. carpet in an Atelier Versace slinky gown with literally adding technology to his outfit. experience which The “Manus x Machina” theme inspired side cut outs, a halter neckline, and illusion All in all, the stars shined at the Met Gala, could also possibly designers and stylists to dress their clients in netting, proved one of the most highly antici- as celebrities from all walks of fame brought lead into a summer futuristic dresses. Some major trends of the pated celebrity looks of the night. She wore her their fashion A-game. job!” night included head-to-toe metallic, detailed hair pulled back into a tight ponytail and went CIE also gives seniors a chance to experiment with R&B Band Recognized As Best In Nation, Again possible career paths. how much all of our hard work is showing.” Cuba, Switzerland, and Italy to perform. by Glennan Keldin Matt Wells, who Over the past six years, the band has The bands have had multiple opportunities interned with an In April, Kent Denver’s Quincy Avenue performed approximately 45 gigs in venues to perform with internationally renowned orthopedic surgeon, ranging from international festivals to musicians. Notably, the R&B band has shared the said before his CIE R&B ensemble was recognized as the best high school level rhythm and blues band in the jazz clubs to Kent Denver’s own stages. stage with Will Kennedy of The Yellowjackets, began, “I’m excited Tom “Bones” Malone of the Saturday Night because I’m going to country by DownBeat Magazine, a national The Quincy Avenue band is one of four publication devoted to “jazz, blues, and Live Band, members of the house band for be a premed major student bands at Kent Denver. Stephen Holley, The Late Show with David Letterman, and next year, so it’ll be beyond.” Impressively, this is the sixth year in a director of Kent Denver’s Commercial Music Photo by Olivia Leoni Jeff Coffin of The Dave Matthews Band. cool to see what I’d be row that the group has received this recognition. Program, leads three additional bands: the doing all day if I really “It’s such an honor to be recognized for what Azucartones, Blackmer Big Band, and Jazz In fact, Mr. Holley said one of his favorite become a doctor.” we’ve been working on all year, rehearsing, Combo. Together, these groups perform about experiences with the rhythm band occurred recording, and playing gigs,” said sophomore 30 gigs a year and have traveled as far as when Jeff Coffin recognized his “Denver vocalist Esther Omegba. “It’s really cool to see New Orleans, Memphis, New York, Miami, kids” while playing a show in San Diego. THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Page 11 Arts & Entertainment Annual Coffee House Performances Fill Anschutz Girls’ Soccer Tames Mustangs For State Title the hard work definitely pays off.” by Isabelle Roseto Although the night was a lot of hard work to prepare for, the effort On Tuesday, May 17, parents and students filled all the seats, and was all worth it for the performers when they were able to showcase their even the aisles and stairs, in Anschutz Theatre to watch the annual Coffee talents in front of hundreds of students, faculty, friends, and family. House performance. Acts ranged from singing to spoken word to even The event had three wonderful hosts, seniors Erica Seff, Niyi Chinese yo-yo tricks. All in all, Coffee House 2016 was a huge success Kelani, and Mark Bautista, who came on stage in between each act and and definitely one of the best in Kent Denver history. had their own little talent show, each trying to prove they were the most Coffee House was not just thrown together, but was meticulously talented. Their “talents” included singing, ribbon dance, magic, and act- planned for months leading up to May 17. Performers had to prepare their ing. They gave the audience some good laughs and added to the show acts in advance and then try out. Only a small group of students were with their outgoing and funny personalities. selected to perform. Then, each student practiced often to get ready for As for the acts, an amazing performance by Grow, Arnold, junior the big night. Beau Hanson, and sophomores Esther Omegba and Ashley Capoot kicked Senior Kate LaMair said she prepared by “meeting with Caroline off the night. They sang a mashup of “Love Yourself” by Justin Bieber, Reid in the salon and trying out different melodies until we found one “Are We Out of the Woods?” by Taylor Swift, and “Roses” by The Chain- that worked.” All of their hard work paid off when they beautifully har- smokers. monized in their performance of “Rivers and Roads” by The Head and “There are so many hidden talents at Kent that Coffee House show- the Heart. cases,” Arnold said. Senior Allie Grow said she prepared by “practicing a few times be- Especially for members of the Class of 2016, who were able to per- fore the audition and preparing on the day of Coffee House for hours.” form on the stage for one last time, it was the perfect way to say goodbye Junior Sofia Arnold, who was in the same performance as Grow, to performing at Kent Denver. added that, “We all practice so much for the auditions and the show but From left, clockwise: Visitors admire Kent Denver students’ artwork on display in the Anschutz lobby; senior Danielle Appel reads her original poem, Fast Car; and junior Eloise Hodges and senior Roy Brunson perform Fly Me to the Moon.

Photos by Caitlin Vickers

The track and field teams paved a new path in KDS track and field history this aspring. Although some students see spring as the sprint to the finish, as academics and clubs are slowing down, the track team kept a good pace to “finish strong.” This spring, a few school records were broken in addition to a couple of personal records, and a large amount of track and field atheltes made it to the state championship. Among those studens were junior Samantha Schaffer, senior Julia Jaschke, junior Spencer Serumaga, freshman Seven Lindsey, sophomore Ross Rainaldi, and sophomore Charlie McKissick. “We work really well as a relay team because everyone is really dedicated to it and works hard to improve our times each time we race,” McKissick said. He added that his teammates ended up placing 9th in Graphic by Siena Fite Page 12, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Sports Annual Coffee House Performances Fill Anschutz Girls’ Soccer Tames Mustangs For State Title the hard work definitely pays off.” entire game, and the result was incredibly rewarding.” by Madi Wifall Although the night was a lot of hard work to prepare for, the effort The soccer team finished its regular season play with a record of 13 was all worth it for the performers when they were able to showcase their wins, one tie, and one loss to win the league championship. The team tied As the Kent Denver girls’ soccer team headed into the playoffs, talents in front of hundreds of students, faculty, friends, and family. Lutheran 0-0 and lost to Smoky Hill, which is a 4A team, by one goal. players and coaches were looking to win the state championship. After 90 The event had three wonderful hosts, seniors Erica Seff, Niyi “Something that is unique about this season is that we have seven minutes of competitive, exciting play, the team came out victorious over Kelani, and Mark Bautista, who came on stage in between each act and seniors, which is a lot to have on a team,” Hanson said. “But I think this archrivals the Colorado Academy Mustangs by a score of 3-1. had their own little talent show, each trying to prove they were the most has only helped us because we have so much senior leadership and ex- Junior Shelby Schumacher, leading the team in assists, said her fa- talented. Their “talents” included singing, ribbon dance, magic, and act- perience. Most of us seniors have been together since freshman year, and vorite part of the season was “getting to know my teammates better. Now ing. They gave the audience some good laughs and added to the show we all have become extremely close, which really gels the entire team.” that I’m an upperclassman, I like to really be there and help out the under- with their outgoing and funny personalities. Schumacher said she enjoyed the playoffs because “you get to play classmen and make sure they feel welcome.” for something. You get to play to get to the next practice and play to see all As for the acts, an amazing performance by Grow, Arnold, junior “This year was our first win against Colorado Academy,” said sen- your teammates again. This whole team has had a great attitude and really Beau Hanson, and sophomores Esther Omegba and Ashley Capoot kicked rio captain Lilly Hanson. “They have been the defending state champions wants to win, which makes it even more fun to play.” off the night. They sang a mashup of “Love Yourself” by Justin Bieber, and have beaten us for the past two years. However, this year we played In the championship game May 24, sophomore Emma Billings “Are We Out of the Woods?” by Taylor Swift, and “Roses” by The Chain- them in our second league game of the season and fought hard. The en- started the team’s momentum with the first goal, followed by a goal from smokers. tire game was tied 0-0 and we had to go into double overtime in order to junior Sage Digiulio. During the second half, the Mustangs managed to “There are so many hidden talents at Kent that Coffee House show- score.” score one goal, but this goal was quickly followed by a pass from Schum- cases,” Arnold said. Hanson added: “In the 98th minute, senior Izze Tangel poked the acher to Digiulio, who headed the ball into the goal to secure the lead and Especially for members of the Class of 2016, who were able to per- ball into the net on a corner kick. The feeling was unbelievable. The whole clinch Kent Denver’s victory. form on the stage for one last time, it was the perfect way to say goodbye team was ecstatic. We never let down and remained focused through the to performing at Kent Denver.

Photos by Caitlin Vickers From left, team members congratulate one another in the moments after the game; seniors Audrey Payne, Lexi Hutchison, and Lilly Hanson celebrate the victory; and Kent Denver fans cheer in the stands of Dick’s Sporting Goods Park. Track And Field Sets New School Records state and broke the school record for their relay event. by Grace Lampert The girls’ team went home with fourth place, and students said they look forward to improving in future seasons. The track and field teams paved a new path in KDS track and field “Warming up in the infield along with my teammates and all my history this aspring. Although some students see spring as the sprint to the competitors really pumps me up,” Schaeffer said. “I thrive off this com- finish, as academics and clubs are slowing down, the track team kept a petitive energy and can just go into my race and run.” good pace to “finish strong.” Schaffer’s competitive energy and excitement paired with her tire- This spring, a few school records were broken in addition to a couple less training and preparation placed her as a top competitor at the state of personal records, and a large amount of track and field atheltes made championship. She placed sixth in the 1600 meter, setting her own per- it to the state championship. Among those studens were junior Samantha sonal record. Schaffer, senior Julia Jaschke, junior Spencer Serumaga, freshman Seven “Overall, we had a lot of kids who were just outside of qualifying Lindsey, sophomore Ross Rainaldi, and sophomore Charlie McKissick. for state, the largest number of athletes who nearly qualified in nearly “We work really well as a relay team because everyone is really two decades,” said Coach Corky Dean. “We have a lot of potential for the dedicated to it and works hard to improve our times each time we race,” future, especially in the sprints, hurdles, relays, and field events.” McKissick said. He added that his teammates ended up placing 9th in THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Page 13 Commentary What If You Had Superpowers? I have decided that there are enough choose telekinesis, so that he could manipulate physics to do anything, During the last few weeks, the hallways depressing topics to cover in a newspaper as well as fly. Other responses included time travel and teleportation. seemed emptier, Bogue less spirited, and the to warrant me, as a journalist, to ask a more The only common theme I can discern is that everyone at Kent Denver overall atmosphere less excited. spirited question: what would someone do must despise traffic, as every student’s preferred superpower pertained if he or she could acquire any superpower? to transportation. As the seniors moved on to their respective CIEs, the juniors took their space in Bogue, It could seem naïve and yet amusing to I would like to reiterate that this piece is a “feel good” story. There with the sophomores taking the juniors’ space. seek answers, but that is particularly why is no larger implication. Despite my straightforward intent, there is Everyone moved up the ranks, parking in the I chose this question. To make things more something to be said about performing thought experiments such as this, senior and junior lots now, and the juniors interesting, I have asked Kent Denver as they are important in exercising moral judgment, the reason being that sat in the front row at assembly. The juniors students to contemplate a particularly while people might not be able to perform actual miracles, they can still walked with their heads higher, knowing they mundane superpower they could have act as Good Samaritans. as well as a spectacular superpower they are the oldest members of the school, and the Tucker Hamilton would like to have. It is easy to conform to the notion that there is nothing that can be sophomores have a little more responsibility done to fix the many displeasing aspects of the world, but I would posit throughout the school. They have to pretend Commentary Question One: If you could have that it is equally important to remember how powerful a single person to start looking for colleges and pretend to act one mediocre power, what would it be? can be. Even without superpowers, humans are capable of doing many like adults; they are done learning about what By mundane super power, I mean one that is not life saving but still good deeds. We may wish that superheroes would come and solve all of to do in high school, and it’s time to apply their unconventional in nature. our issues, but that will not happen. knowledge. I was particularly surprised by the originality of students’ answers, What the world really needs are more “regular” heroes who are But the most telling of the importance of ranging from pragmatic to outlandish. Despite this variety, I found that willing to help out every once in awhile. the Class of 2016 can only measured through every response was sensible in some fashion or another. Among the the growth of the students and the impact left answers, junior Joe Ort’s rejoinder that he would “always [wear] the on the school. From the first day of school appropriate footwear for any particular occasion” resonated with me. Freshman Caden Joseph’s desire to “provide everybody in the world with pencils” was a quixotic but intriguing notion to ponder. I was genuinely surprised by the responses’ creativity. In summary, it seems that the Kent Denver community is very good at solving menial or peculiar issues, albeit through fictitious means. Question Two: If you could have one major superpower, what would Kent Denver is known for its dedication to it be? tradition. From seniors painting the rusty pick- up truck on the first day of school, to students According to Kent Denver, the answer is flying. painting their faces with neon colors at Sadie’s, The overwhelming majority of people either would choose to have some things don’t seem to change. Although the ability to fly, or a superpower that would enable flying as an extra many of these traditions are inclusive of the benefit. One senior who wished to remain anonymous said that he would Graphic by Siena Fite whole student body, there are certain “rites of passage” unique to each grade level. Many of these are not written in a rule book or officially bestowed on students when they enter the next Entrepreneurship: A Tool To Help The Community grade level. They are unwritten and student In mid-2014, I decided to start a company called iGraviti (www. created, and that is what makes them special. by Shreyas Gupta igraviti.com) to provide these small businesses and nonprofit Below, three Kent Denver students de- organizations with the resources to establish and maintain an effective scribe the traditions they are looking forward In the words of Cole Evans, a 2014 graduate of Kent Denver and online presence. to as they approach the start of school next fall. founder of Plova Chewing Gum, “I certainly credit Kent Denver and Steve Holley’s class as a major contributor to my company’s In the past year, we have expanded. A classmate of mine, Fahim Choudhury, and Kent Denver art teacher Jon Fortmiller have joined the entrepreneurial success today, and I’m so excited to see what other Freshman year is an awesome year, don’t get me products, services, and brands are born out of Kent’s entrepreneurship team as chief technology officer and graphic designer respectively. wrong, but being the youngest can be pretty difficult program in the future!” Today, the company has a dedicated team, fully functional website, sometimes! A few things that I would say are differ- a set of both active and potential clients, and a vision to continuously ent from freshman year are, you can go into Bogue As students, we hear about places like Silicon Valley, where Sergey as a sophomore. Even though it looks like we will strengthen and add to its services, which currently include social media Brin and Larry Page envisioned Google, where Steve Jobs founded only hang out around the small table by Mr. Bal- Apple in his parents’ garage, and where companies like Uber and Netflix marketing, graphic design, and web development. lantyne’s office, it will be nice to move away from were conceived. While starting a company is no easy task, entrepreneurship permits freshman hall. Freshman year, everyone is just out one to pursue his or her ideas, interests, and passions in any field or of middle school, and many kids are still trying to Thanks to my parents, I have been exposed to the business world find their friend groups and close friends. I would discipline and showcase the courage he or she possesses to follow dreams all my life. I began to notice a gap with small businesses and nonprofit say that from the beginning of freshman year to the organizations regarding their online presence. Small things such as and do something that truly brings him or her joy and excitement. having a poorly made website and logo as well as often having inactive High school students around the country – and Kent Denver students social media accounts began to add up. I thought that I could use my especially – are exceptionally bright and talented. I, for one, cannot wait social media and computer science skills to truly make a difference. to see where my fellow classmates’ innovative and revolutionary ideas take them. Page 14, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Commentary Advocate Editorial: Goodbye To The Seniors During the last few weeks, the hallways in 2012 -- the theme of opening day was Dr. This year on opening day, they chose the seemed emptier, Bogue less spirited, and the Seuss -- the timid, shy freshmen have grown theme “Space,” to go above beyond, and the overall atmosphere less excited. into seniors capable of changing the school. senior class really has stuck to its choice. They As the seniors moved on to their respective Being the last class to experience the old are the class that went past our wildest dreams CIEs, the juniors took their space in Bogue, fashioned library, the Boettcher Foundation, throughout the four years at Kent Denver, with the sophomores taking the juniors’ space. with actual books and bookshelves, and bringing home countless trophies and awards, Everyone moved up the ranks, parking in the staircases to climb atop the towers of from clubs such as Mock Trial and Speech senior and junior lots now, and the juniors encyclopedias, the Class of 2016 has and Debate, to sports such soccer, football and sat in the front row at assembly. The juniors transformed the school. They pushed for a new even in class, breaking the record in physics walked with their heads higher, knowing they gym, the creation of the Yates Pavilion, a new bridge building, and being named the best are the oldest members of the school, and the library was made for their entrance, and more. R&B band in the nation. sophomores have a little more responsibility As they transform out of the high school These students went to infinity and beyond throughout the school. They have to pretend phase and into the next stage of their lives, they by experimenting with new ideas and things, to start looking for colleges and pretend to act have left Kent Denver better than they found it. and by truly stepping up to the plate. The like adults; they are done learning about what Class of 2016 has left a legacy for everyone to do in high school, and it’s time to apply their With “Beautiful Projects” from AP to follow, one that is full of fun and kindness, knowledge. English now scattered around Kent Denver, but with responsibility entrusted on everyone. posters about kindness and good faith from But the most telling of the importance of the Kindness Club, and an all-new Student Even though the seniors now park in the the Class of 2016 can only measured through Leadership Council, the Class of 2016 has “visitor” lot, they will always be a part of Kent the growth of the students and the impact left definitely left its mark. Denver. on the school. From the first day of school Kent Denver Class Traditions Explained end, your friend group can change a lot because two off periods. And finally, we get to go to Prom. by Sophia Rase you are focused on meeting new people! But when Woohoo! you become a sophomore and you have already re- - Sophomore Emma Domich Kent Denver is known for its dedication to ally made friendships with people in your class, you tradition. From seniors painting the rusty pick- can start to form strong relationships with students in other grades! Also as a sophomore, you have I remember my very first day of school at Kent up truck on the first day of school, to students more leadership role opportunities, like student Denver driving past the seniors dressed up and toss- painting their faces with neon colors at Sadie’s, leadership council and being a big sibling to incom- ing candy at my car and screaming at the top of their some things don’t seem to change. Although ing freshmen. So to all of the new freshmen, live ev- lungs. I looked at them and thought to myself, how eryday slowly, and live in the moment because time many of these traditions are inclusive of the can they be so happy to start school? It’s only now, flies in Fresh-city! whole student body, there are certain “rites of on the cusp of my final year of high school that I passage” unique to each grade level. Many of - Freshman Maggie Mulvihill know what that feeling must be like. Since that very these are not written in a rule book or officially first day, I have taken note of a number of privileges bestowed on students when they enter the next and traditions that only seniors get to enjoy. While grade level. They are unwritten and student Although the stress and homework load may in- some of these traditions are no more (senior pet day In mid-2014, I decided to start a company called iGraviti (www. created, and that is what makes them special. crease, the step up from sophomore year to junior and senior pranks), others remain. From the first day of school to senior ditch day to CIE, seniors spend igraviti.com) to provide these small businesses and nonprofit year promises some exciting changes! The sopho- Below, three Kent Denver students de- mores are anxiously anticipating the abandonment their final year at Kent Denver enjoying the perks of organizations with the resources to establish and maintain an effective scribe the traditions they are looking forward of the 30-minute lug up from the Deso lot, and fi- being on top. Perhaps the most exciting prospect of online presence. to as they approach the start of school next fall. nally leaving our enclave in the corner of Bogue that senior year is that we are experiencing our lasts. Our last first day of high school, our last Sadie’s, our last In the past year, we have expanded. A classmate of mine, Fahim loses chairs, cleanliness, and appeal by the minute. Additionally, becoming juniors means we finally ac- high school assembly. While these lasts may prove Choudhury, and Kent Denver art teacher Jon Fortmiller have joined the Freshman year is an awesome year, don’t get me quire the status of “upperclassmen.” Kent Denver to cause nostalgia, they represent the nearing of a team as chief technology officer and graphic designer respectively. wrong, but being the youngest can be pretty difficult may prohibit hazing and budging in the lunch line, year of firsts. Our first day of college, our first room- Today, the company has a dedicated team, fully functional website, sometimes! A few things that I would say are differ- but being upperclassmen will give us the opportu- mate, our first year away from home. This is why those seniors on my first day at Kent Denver were so a set of both active and potential clients, and a vision to continuously ent from freshman year are, you can go into Bogue nity to step into leadership roles in our various clubs as a sophomore. Even though it looks like we will and sports teams. And we get the privilege to go excited. It is because they are preparing to embark strengthen and add to its services, which currently include social media only hang out around the small table by Mr. Bal- off-campus on Thursdays! Junior year also means on a new chapter of their lives. And while I am still marketing, graphic design, and web development. lantyne’s office, it will be nice to move away from we finally get to expand our schedules and pursue a few months away from dressing up and screaming freshman hall. Freshman year, everyone is just out courses outside of the required curriculum. This as loud as I can, I know that entering my final year While starting a company is no easy task, entrepreneurship permits of high school can’t come soon enough. one to pursue his or her ideas, interests, and passions in any field or of middle school, and many kids are still trying to means tackling challenging AP sciences or interest- find their friend groups and close friends. I would ing electives, or doubling up with an English or his- - Junior Henry Brown discipline and showcase the courage he or she possesses to follow dreams say that from the beginning of freshman year to the tory course, or for others, enjoying the freedom of and do something that truly brings him or her joy and excitement. High school students around the country – and Kent Denver students especially – are exceptionally bright and talented. I, for one, cannot wait to see where my fellow classmates’ innovative and revolutionary ideas Happy Summer From The Sun Devils’ Advocate! take them. THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, June 7, 2016 Page 15 The Sun Devils’ Advocate NON-PROFIT org. Kent Denver School U.S. POSTAGE 4000 East Quincy Avenue PAID Englewood, CO 80110 Englewood, CO Permit No. 818

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