Loyola High School’s Official Student Newspaper Volume V, Issue V June 4, 2008 The Loyola News

Clash of the Titans: Bantam Braves Rugby loses city championship thriller to St. Thomas

Ultimate season ends in controversy • 25-year veteran teachers

Loyola battles government • Cheating on the rise in schools

The return of Multicultural Night • And much more!

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Loyola High School’s Official Student Newspaper Loyola battles government on mandatory ethics June 4, 2008 and religion course slated for next fall Volume 5, Issue 5

Administrators at A few weeks ago a controversial course. Their main Loyola High School sent a letter letter was sent to parents inform- reason sited for this was that to the Education Ministry re- ing them about the new ethics Loyola is a private Catholic questing that their school be ex- and religion course that every school and that offering a secular empted from "Ethics and Reli- school in the province will have ethics course defeats the purpose gious Culture," a mandatory to offer next year. The admini- of attending a religious school. course that replaces moral and stration feels that the course Despite the over- religious education classes from doesn’t comply with the school’s whelming results of the survey, Grade 1 to Grade 11. values and infringes on its right as it stands now the school will The to private religious be required to teach the govern- course will focus on education. Loyola ment ethics course. Exempting academic instruction is currently cam- Loyola from the course would set on ethical, religious paigning to be a precedent which would allow "Few souls understand what God and cultural matters, exempted from other semi-private religious would accomplish in them if they including Quebec's having to teach schools the right to refuse to were to abandon themselves unreserv- Catholic and Protes- the new course teach a course. As a result of the edly to Him and if they were to allow tant religious heri- and the admini- government’s reluctance to set a His grace to mold them accordingly." tage as well as other stration has asked precedent Loyola will probably ~ Saint Ignatius of Loyola faiths present in the parents to sign a have to offer the course next year province such as form saying they unless a compromise is reached Judaism, native don’t want their or the government changes its spiritualities, Islam Principal Paul Dono- child to take the position. Any updates on the Inside this issue: and Hinduism. course. Although situation will probably be pub- van: “A matter of For Loyola is classi- lished in The Gazette which has Loyola, the content social justice.” fied as a private been covering the ongoing debate Current News of the course is re- school it does about the religion course. Other- dundant and raises important receive partial funding from the wise a letter will most likely be 2-9 questions about parents' freedom provincial government which sent home with the report cards of choice in matters of religious helps lower tuition rates. Because this summer. instruction, said principal Paul of this funding Loyola may be Arts & Entertainment Donovan. required to teach the course. By Chris Foster 10-13 "At the very best, it 117 students from sec- was redundant. And at worst, ondary 1 to 4 were asked whether potentially, a source of conflict. Loyola should be exempted from SURVEY RESULTS Sports and Clubs There is a sense [that] parental offering the ethics course. Sur- Should Loyola be exempt from 14-17 rights are being challenged," he prisingly many of the students offering the “Ethics and told CBC News. "For us, it was were well informed on the topic Religious Culture” course? almost a matter of social justice and had formed a strong opinion to say no. We aren't going to put on the subject. A few students those numbers on our report said that Loyola shouldn’t re- cards without at least voicing an ceive special treatment because it Grade Yes No objection to it." The school had a wouldn’t be fair to other schools problem with the government that have to teach the course. One Sec. 1 95% 5% imposing a course in which student suggested a compromise teachers are told how to talk and said that Loyola should offer about religion, he said. both its current religion course as Sec. 2 91% 9% The Liberal govern- well as the government course ment has called the new course a and let parents decide what Sec. 3 94% 6% "significant turning point" in course they want their child to modern Quebec history take. But the vast majority, just a Sec. 4 82% 18% (reprinted from the CBC news little above 90%, said that Loyola website at http:// www.cbc.ca. shouldn’t be required to teach the Sec. 5 78% 22% The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5 Page 3

Loyola pays tribute to three 25-year veterans at closing mass

Shortly after the annual closing mass at Loyola on May 22, the administration paid trib- ute to three staff members who were recognized for their twenty- five years of service to the Loyola community. Pictured at right, they are teacher Mr. Charles Baranowski, teacher Mr. Eric Cook and building manager Mr. Tony Ruscitto (left to right), Co-presidents Al Pedi- celli and Shintaro Matsui pre- sented them with gifts from the students. Later in the afternoon, at a reception in the Casey Lounge, the three veterans were presented with gifts from the Loyola Teachers Association. Congratulations gentlemen for your dedicated years of service. Photo: Jim Newman

Get the best education you can and soar like an eagle

Special to The Loyola News This touched me very deeply and have come to appreciate both challenges of our lives, and sug- because it is so close to my heart. their culture and their under- gests that when we don't readily by Mr. Charles Baranowski The gift was an Iroquois stone standing that the game of la- find solutions it may be because sculpture of an eagle, created by crosse was a gift to all of us from our vision is too limited to see After the closing mass Loreene Henry of the Six Nations the Great Spirit. answers that lie just out of sight. reserve. Quite significantly, the Eagle wisdom teaches us not to celebration in the Father Eric On my trips to Nova eagle is my totem animal. I rely exclusively on intellectual McLean S.J. Centre for the Per- Scotia, Newfoundland, Alberta would sincerely like to thank the solutions. The eagle is connected to forming Arts, the presentation of and the United States, I have for staff for this sculpture of my intelligence, where we have an the new Maroon and White and countless years been inspired by totem. And I especially would inherent understanding of what the acknowledgement of twenty- the sight of eagles soaring high in like to thank Mrs. Shirley must be done and also to the Great five years of service to Loyola by the sky over trees, mountains and Leblanc for finding and selecting Spirit-that sense of knowing that Mr. Mark Bednarczyk, the mem- cliffs. In some Native American this gift and card on behalf of the goes far beyond intellect. bers of the faculty and members cultures, the eagle is the most staff. Little did she know that of my family - my sister, my typical representation of the Also associated with when seeing the sculpture, that cousin and my best friend - at- Thunderbird which is also associ- courage, the eagle teaches us to let this was for me. As strange as it tended a reception in the faculty ated with thunder and lightning, the processes of growth move seems, she had no idea of the lounge. I would like to thank all and is the great protector and through our lives. He cries out to importance of this animal in my the students for the gift of a guardian of the Iroquois. It is also us, warning mankind to save life. Loyola Spring and fall jacket. I associated with the sun by soar- Mother Earth from impending eco- will wear it often and proudly, Being associated with ing high in the sky. Through him logical disasters. He also teaches us knowing that it came from each the sport of lacrosse for the past we learn the joy and freedom we that we have the ability to soar to and every one of you. My thanks thirty-five years, I have come to gain through reaching for the great heights and requires that we to you all. know many members of the Iro- Sun. The Eagle also holds a be brave enough to soar into an Also in recognition of quois Native People of the Six deeper meaning- he tells us that unknown realm. The Eagle urges this service, I was presented a Nations, the Mohawks, the Onon- life looks different from an aerial us to recognize that the earth is not unique gift on behalf of the staff dagas, the Cayugas, the Senecas, perspective. It urges us to take a our only home, it calls to us to join the Oneidas and the Tuscaroras new look at the problems and of Loyola by Mr. Kelly Burke. (Continued on page 18) Page 4 The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5

Schedule change: Loyola teachers and administration consider shift to ‘trimestering’

By Sean Duffy system. Many students find that 2 religion classes. He has to pre- the current school schedule is pare classes and correct tests and Currently, the Loyola quite hectic, as they have multi- assignments for one-hundred and school schedule is built around a In an attempt to ple heavy courses at a time, each fifty students, as well as teach other two term system. There are two better serve both with homework, assignments, courses. major exams period: at the end of students and teach- projects and tests, many of which the first term, prior to the Christ- In an interview with the ing staff, the with deadlines on the same days. mas break, and after the second Loyola News, School Principal, Mr. Loyola High Add in extra-curricular activities, term, prior to summer holidays. Paul Donovan stated that the tri- School administra- and they feel totally overloaded Students study the same subjects mestering system was born as a tion is in the proc- with work and have difficulty throughout both terms and in possible solution to these problems. ess of exploring the current keeping up with the rapid pace of some cases, students may have He said that it was, “one of several schedule and seeking methods to the school. Several teachers also up to twelve courses at a time. models that the school considered,” improve it. After lengthy discus- feel overwhelmed by the current There are five periods of class a and one that, apart from “a few sions between teachers and the school system, as they teach nu- day, each sixty minutes in length, dissenting voices”, was generally administration, a committee was merous classes and many differ- with the possibility of a thirty agreed upon to explore. He men- created to review the idea of a ent students. As an example, Mr. minute Tag period, on a nine day schedule based on three terms, or Trainer teaches all the Secondary (Continued on page 19) in other words, a ‘trimestering’ cycle.

French language protection group is going too far

served in French in some public manded of the Québec govern- speakers and merchants. In these offices and stores. ment to eliminate the option instances, the French movements given by their institutions to have undeniably crossed that thin This group is joined by press 9 for service in English line of protecting the French lan- other organizations, such as the when they were calling a civil guage versus harassing the English Society Saint-Jean Baptiste and institution. minority. It might be too early to be by Imperatif Francais, in many of afraid about whether these organi- their protests. Usually when they It’s easy to understand zations will accomplish their objec- see any breach to the original bill that they want their services in tives because they are still radical 101, a Bill passed more than 30 French but getting rid of an op- groups that haven’t had popular years ago and which has since tion that makes the lives of the support from the majority of Que- been made more lenient, they feel many English Quebecers easier becers but it’s still unnerving compelled to report it to the l’Of- just seems a little mean-spirited. knowing that these types of move- Before the Christmas break, a fice de La Langue Francaise. There was also a question that ments exist. group called Le Mouvement Some of their complaints are came to mind, was this group Montreal Francais was making quite valid, including one about protecting the French language? If any of you feel news across the province for their having difficulty getting a French Or attacking the English? The strongly about this topic, I encour- Anti-Anglicization protests and speaking doctor in a hospital. answer is probably both because age you to visit this group’s web- campaigns. The group is one of However most of their com- the two have become almost site and leave a comment. All you the relatively new French Lan- plaints arise from simple frustra- indistinguishable and it’s impos- have to is type Movement Montreal guage protection groups that have tion and resentment and are often sible to tell what the group’s real Francais into a search engine and sprung up across the province to unscrupulous. Even the infamous motives are. There have been it’s usually one of the first links. combat what they have called Language Police refuse to act on other similar aggressive cam- Ironically their site is accessible in “The growing Anglicization of some of their complaints because paigns such as their Santa Clause English. If you decide to leave a Quebec.” they don’t fall within the already protest which took place during comment make sure to write it in The group is made up stringent language laws. the height of the Christmas shop- both English and French (I’m sure ping season. In this protest, mem- the symbolism won’t be lost on solely of volunteers and has no One of these com- bers dressed in Santa costumes, them) and leave a polite comment official connection with L’Office plaints was the “press 9” cam- told shoppers to shop only in advocating the use bilingualism in de la Langue Francaise. This paign which got the attention of stores that conducted their busi- Quebec. group, like many of the other many English Montrealers who ness only in French. language protection groups, have had previously been ignorant of evolved out of their members’ the group’s existence. The Move- These recent protests By Chris Foster frustration at not being able to be ment Montreal Francais de- have openly attacked English The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5 Page 5

SparksNotes is popular among Loyola students

Loyola students. 112 students use SparkNotes but this approach Even if a student does were polled on SparkNotes. 68% has several setbacks. “It’s good use SparkNotes to complement the of students surveyed said they for surface reading but for a reading material as recommended, have used it on at least one occa- really in depth analysis, it isn’t they still have to be careful. Mr sion. The percentage is even adequate,” remarked Mr. Diachy- Ketterling, an English and Classics larger (85%) when the secondary shyn. “It can be a very helpful teacher, was asked to give his opin- 1’s are excluded because almost tool but it’s too easily abused. ion on the popular website. “If all of them have never heard of Students tend to forget that it’s SparkNotes is used as a reference SparkNotes before. only one authority among many. for better comprehension of the It’s better to read the book first Early Modern English in a Shake- Many of the students and form an opinion and then use spearean play or for a summary of praised it for being a good last SparkNotes to fill in the blanks.” a novel chapter, it is not an issue. minute resource that can be used But once students consider ideas to clarify certain parts of a novel SparkNotes users about literature presented on web that were confusing. Ms. Szczy- should also be aware that teach- sites, they are guilty of plagiarism gielski, a secondary one English ers know that SparkNotes is unless their work is cited. Students teacher, says that is the best way widely used and are changing should not have to do research for to use the site. “SparkNotes is a their teaching methods to ensure ideas unless it is demanded of the good supplementary source to that students finish assigned ma- teacher in a specific assignment.” Over the past few years clarify certain parts of a novel. terial. “Before my class starts a SparkNotes as an online refer- I’m sure that many teachers don’t novel I always check SparkNotes It might be a relief to ence has enjoyed popularity have a problem with it as long as to make myself familiar with know that using SparkNotes isn’t among millions of North Ameri- students complete the assigned what is posted about that specific considered cheating by English can students. It is the next gen- reading.” novel.” Said Ms. Szczygielski teachers as long as it’s cited in when asked how teachers have assignments and they still read the eration of Coles notes which was Although most students responded to the growing popu- material. Personally I have no widely used a decade ago. It has said they would still read an as- larity of SparkNotes. problem finding time to read as- become an invaluable tool for signed novel even if they already signed novels but I am sure I’m not students who didn’t read a novel had a detailed summary of it “In an ironic way stu- alone when I say that I wish there or who just want to review some available on SparkNotes, about dent’s laziness has forced teach- was a French version of of the finer details of the plot one fifth of the students surveyed ers to be craftier.” SparkNotes. before a test. said they wouldn’t read the Said Mr. Diachyshyn when asked novel. It might seem like a good SparkNotes has be- the same question. come especially popular among idea the night before a test to just By Chris Foster

“Apples, bananas, nutrition, good will”

knows how this whole thing ernment has been following suit, fruit every day.” Mr. Racine also started. so I feel very good about that”. revealed that there were other mo- Spurred from one persons hope tives for his collection. “The idea “It actually happened to better himself, he has created a of the fruit basket is based on the three years ago…” says Mr. nutrition phenomena here at scripture; of feeding five thousand Racine, “… I was looking at my Loyola. “…what it’s really be- from the loaves so I’m trying to weight; I was carrying some come is a fruit basket for the teach you all, in a very nation extra weight, so I found myself community of Loyola. 70%, most way… [that] everything we need is calling out for apples. I realized a of it ends up in the basket in the right in front of us. …as you can lot of kids that didn’t eat their lobby”. see everyday the food is being apples…so I came up with the collected, no cost, always free, idea in 2006, September to col- Nutrition, Good Will comes from right in front of us and lect all the food I felt was being and Fresh Fruit are all products helps everybody wasted”. When asked about of this wonderful tradition that out…” The oh-so similar man- where the food ultimately goes has ripened into something that is tra “Apples, Oranges, Banana, Mr. Racine answered recognized by all students and [insert exotic food]” could al- “Interestingly enough, it was staff along with most visitors to By Joseph ways be heard in the cafeteria. made to promote health and since the school. “…I’ve had many, Szymborski Although everyone knows that this began we have the cafeterias many people come to thank me

Mr. Racine does collect their following suit, the Quebec gov- personally for [supplying] their unwanted fruit, not everyone Page 6 The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5

The Olympics: to boycott or not to boycott?

It’s 2008, and you 1951, had declared their sover- wages and dangerous work envi- way, it’s not going to be fair to know what that means: It’s time eignty over them, implementing ronments in order to export cheap someone. for the Olympics! Yes, it’s the Land Reform, forcing the Dalai products to North America, and In all honesty, there’s no great and historic event where Lama into exile in 1959, and then given the current fears of reces- way this can end well for everyone. countries around the world come themselves appointing their own sion, the US isn’t about to give We boycott, we risk recession, and together in a grand display of Lama. Recently, a protest by up a good deal. What are a few we take the dreams of our Olympic athleticism and petty nationalism. Tibetans against the occupation national exploitations here and athletes behind the shed and give However, we may just be spared of their country has led the Chi- there if we can make a profit off them the Ol’ Yeller treatment. We this year’s display of global one- nese government to hunt down of them? don’t boycott, we send the message upmanship thanks to a global those in attendance of the demon- Though to be fair, I to China that because they have the effort to stop the host country’s stration, and just to make sure should probably try to remember resources, they can oppress an government, China, from further they’ve covered all their bases, the athletes in all this. Consider- entire country while exploiting obliterating Beijing, not to men- their launching a smear campaign ing the sacrifices they’ve made in their own population. That being tion its own people. on the current Dalai Lama. Stay order to train for the Olympics, said, the people of Tibet have been For those of you not classy, Hu Jintao, stay classy. would it really be fair to take that waiting 58 years for liberation. Are sure what exactly the Chinese But of course, a boy- away from them. Of course not, we really willing to ignore them for control of Tibet is all about, cott of the Olympics isn’t going but at the same time, the people the sake of a couple Gold Medals? here’s a quick refresher: Mao to happen. Why? Because the of Tibet have been the victims of

Zedong sends the People’s Lib- Chinese government is willing to serious human rights violations By Jeremy McQueen eration Army into Tibet, and by exploit its own people with unfair for over fifty years, so either

Interview with Canadian Olympian swimmer Stephanie Horner

What is your point of view on ming fast. What’s special about short term goals. To me, having boycotting the Beijing Olym- swimming is that it’s a sport long term goals means thinking pics because of the human which involves lots of technique. about the outcome and that’s not abuse on Tibet? I always have room for improve- what I want to do. I just want to ment. I also like competing inter- have fun and be the best that I Politics and sports just don't nationally because I have the can be in my sport. really mix. I'm an athlete and opportunity to meet different therefore it would break my heart swimmers from all around the to not be able to compete at the world. What are some ways to deal Games. Boycotting the games with pressure? What are some has never worked, is never good. tricks to motivate yourself? Boycotts only hurt the morale of Was reaching the Olympic a young athletes who have spent a I just focus on what I have to do life-long dream? lifetime training for an Olympic in order to swim fast. I worry spot. This is the one common I’ve been swimming for nine about myself and not the others. denominator around the world years now and honestly, I only There will always be people who that brings people together. It's started to think about the Olym- want the best for you and some the one thing - it's not religion, pics this year. I’ve always who don’t therefore you have to it's not politics - it's sports. Hav- thought it would be nice making be able to take some and leave ing said that, I am of course sad an Olympic team but it’s not the some. You can’t let others get to about the violence that it creates ultimate reason why I wanted to you. I listen to my coach and do around the world but once again, swim. I was doing it because I what he has to say. I have faith in I am not a politician. I simply loved the sport and enjoyed com- my coach and that’s all I have to love to swim. peting. And in doing so, it has really worry about. I like to listen brought me to where I am today. to music and so that helps me

So basically, the passion I have with motivation. Also thinking What makes you jump in the developed towards my sport over back to some hard work outs Above: Stephanie Horner pool everyday? What is so spe- the years has brought me to the where I was swimming fast cial about swimming? Olympics. I’m more likely to set makes me want to race even Events: 200m freestyle, 100m, short term goals because there is more because I want to see how 200m butterfly, 400m individual I have always loved being in the a greater chance for me to fast I can go after all that hard medley water. It takes my mind off of achieve those goals. I tend to training. things. It’s a time where I can focus better when dealing with get rid of all my anger by swim- By Tim Horner The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5 Page 7

The dark side of the internet

profile…We may use informa- side of Microsoft…Some Microsoft tion about you that we collect services may be co-branded and from other sources, including but offered in conjunction with another not limited to newspapers and company. If you register for or use Internet sources such as blogs, such services, both Microsoft and instant messaging services, Face- the other company may receive book Platform developers and information collected in conjunc- other users of Facebook.” tion with the co-branded services… We may access and/or disclose These were quotes your personal information if we taken from Facebook’s Privacy believe such action is necessary.” Policies. Another Popular pro- gram used by the youth of today These are excerpts from is MSN massager which has its the Microsoft Privacy Statement own interesting Privacy Policy which applies for, Xbox Live, Internet is a worldwide, based so much of our lives on has which is agreed upon by the user MSN messenger, Windows Live publicly accessible network of many dark secrets which its users when he/she creates an account. Services, etc… Considering how interconnected computer net- voluntarily submit to when they much information is gathered by “We may collect infor- works that transmit data. It has accept things that they have not these sites and programs it should mation about your visit, includ- grown from its roots in the US read. make one wonder if Microsoft, military to an international de- ing the pages you view, the links When you subscribe to Facebook, etc… know more about pendency. In 2003 60.7% of you click and other actions taken a web site such as Facebook and us than we do. Canadian house holds had access in connection with Microsoft MSN Messanger and you place a to the internet and all of the many sites and services. We also de- To protect yourself checkmark in the box stating that services it offers. The generation liver advertisements and provide against the unknowns and the infor- you have read the terms and con- of youth that has grown up with website analytics tools on non- mation collection that occurs on the ditions as well as the privacy the internet and its many applica- Microsoft sites and services, and internet. It is important to inform statement of that website (which tions and websites. Such as Face- we may collect information about yourself about you are getting into most people do not read) you are book and its 69 million members, page views on these third party when becoming a member of a essentially allowing Facebook, MSN messenger which has more sites as well. …Additionally, we website. And the way to do this is MSN and others to gather infor- than 225 million members, collect certain standard informa- by reading the privacy contract of mation about you and distribute it Google which performs over 91 tion … such as your IP address, the website. If you feel uncomfort- to third parties for its own befit. million searches per day and You browser type and language, ac- able with that privacy contract then Facebook’s Privacy Policy al- Tube which has over 3 billion cess times and referring Web site you shouldn’t join the site no mat- lows it to collect information videos on it. The internet has addresses. … Microsoft collects ter how much pressure you feel to from you and your profile. changed our lives tons and tons and uses your personal informa- join the site because calling your of information is available at the “We collect this infor- tion…we may use some of the friend may be better than having touch of a button and A friend mation (On the personal Profile) information we collect in order to someone unearth the bytes and 2000 miles away or just down the … When you update information, personalize the ads we show bytes of information that was col- street can be in contacted with we usually keep a backup copy of you….Except as described in this lected in your youth. statement, we will not disclose the click of a mouse. But this the prior version… Facebook By Matthew Quadrini great invention that we have now may use information in your your personal information out-

nology, the second year is based may ask why a private school Reform sweeps up history on themes.”. In terms of schedul- would be subject to Government ing, all that has been determined Reforms. Loyola High School is a Three hundred and sixteen, Cana- swer some of the questions we is that next years world history school which is subsidized by the dian History, one of the larger Secondary 3’ have been asking. class will be turned into the sec- Quebec Government (we receive courses for the Secondary 3’s “The history program ond phase of the Canadian his- funds from them) which requires us considering the History Fair pro- has been increased from one tory program. Fret-not all you to follow certain guidelines and ject they are required to produce year; to two years.” summarized history-buffs, World History will standards set by them. and, until recently, a provincial Ms. Polverari, which means that be bumped up to Secondary 5. In conclusion, although exam. While some Secondary the History Provincial will take The changes to the secondary 5 the new reform requires change, no 3’s may be jumping in joy, other place at the end of next year. schedule are still undetermined. subjects will be taken out of the are starting to ask themselves, When asked about the change in All of this is product of schedule indefinitely as far as we “What’s the catch?” I sat down subject matter, Ms. Polverari “... the “New Reform” as set forth by can see the Quebec Government. Some with Ms. Polverari to try to an- [the]first year is based on chro- By Joseph Szymborski Page 8 The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5

Student Stock Exchange undergoes many changes

The Student Stock Exchange, Secondary Five groups have been Another change is the preneurial competition. We’re also also known as the SSX, is a able to adapt to the new rules and new two dollar limit on the cost planning to establish a college and model of student ingenuity and we will still see many of the of a share. In the past, students elementary division in the near creativity. For the past 12 years it wraps, subs and drinks which were bidding well over five dol- future.” has been one of the most antici- have become synonymous with lars per share which has meant In the midst of all these pated events on the school calen- the 3 day event. that they have had almost no new developments is it possible dar. However this year's stock chance of breaking even on their It might have been a that the competition could be ex- exchange has undergone signifi- original investment. The limit reaction to the new food policies tended from three days to the entire cant changes and will be much was probably also influenced by but now many groups have week? The question was put to Mr. different than in preceding years. the fact that many groups are moved towards selling clothes. Scardera; “Right now we use Mon- donating above the required 50% The most controversial This year, there will be groups day to set up and Friday to clean of their proceeds to charity. of these changes has been the selling tie-dye shirts, hoodies and and take all of the kiosks down. It “Most of the groups donate be- new food regulations. The secon- sweat pants in the atrium. These takes 7-8 days of preparation just tween 60 and 75% of their pro- dary five groups can only sell items appeal to many students for the three days and on the Friday ceeds to charity. You would think food that they have proved, is in because most clothing apparel before the competition many of the most of the groups would want to some way, healthy. Mr. Scardera, being sold has been approved by Secondary Fives are here until donate no more than is required head of the SSX, explains why. the administration to be worn in midnight doing last minute prepa- but actually it has been the oppo- “There has been a general shift in gym class. ration. It’s really a lot of work for site. None of the groups wants to society and among our students both the students and staff and I Mr. Scardera says it’s be seen as stingy so there’s al- to more healthy food and we think three days is enough.” the growth of the SSX that has ways a little competition to see wanted to respond to that change. created this shift towards selling who donates the most.” Despite the new food We also wanted to comply with clothes rather than food. regulations, this year’s Student the same school rules that the Along with the “Products can now be sold online Stock Exchange competition is cafeteria adheres to. Even though changes, the SSX has reached to the other 20 schools that are shaping up to be one of the most these rules might seem strict another milestone this year, there participating. This means there is memorable ever. With a large we’re lucky because in many now are 20 other schools in- now a much larger market for the range of diverse products it’s diffi- schools the cafeteria has a mo- volved with over 160 different non-perishable items like cloth- cult not to expect that this year’s nopoly and the students aren’t teams from across the city. Even ing. Food on the other hand can’t competition will be the most suc- even allowed to sell food prod- though the competition is larger be sold online and that limits the cessful in Loyola’s history. ucts.” than ever, Mr. Scardera says market to the 800 people in there is still room for growth. Some students may Loyola and that’s why we’ve “Schools all around the province By Chris Foster resent this new policy but many seen this sudden shift.” have shown interest in the entre-

Mardi Gras Subs is the Loyola fan favorite at annual SSX battle

Summer is in the air; a After a lengthy survey So Hood, Float Your Boat, eventful evening. time for students to laze freely in of 150 choices, the results were Smoothie House, Apple Scruffs This year’s SSX turned their trousers, mingle socially in recorded as following. The crowd Tie Dye, Big Al’s Dinner and out to be a smashing success. The the great outdoors, or even to run favorite was Mardi Gras Subs as Sweet Snow Down. All were food was fantastic, the clothing was through the malls in frenzy. The it held fourteen percent of the great products! awesome, and the drinks were Student Stock Exchange on May popular votes. In a close second, These groups then mind boggling. Most importantly, 6th through 8th is a perfect pre- the crowd selected Big Al’s Din- moved on to the finals held on the atmosphere was ecstatic and quel to the latter. ner with 12.6% of the votes. th May 14 . After a competitive everyone had a great time. Great Float your oat and Olympic Gy- For three straight days, evening, the groups reaped in the job to everyone who participated, ros tied 11.3% of the votes. And Loyola students from every level benefits. Float Your Boat re- and let’s just hope that the young finally, That’s a Wrap held 8% of and of every shape and size ceived Best Kiosk Award, I’m So students of next year’s student the votes, while Calzone had rushed to the scene of the Loyola Hood got Entrepreneur of the stock exchange can live up to the 7.3% of them. Entrepreneur Competition to get Year Award, Apple Scruffs Tie wonderful companies that have a piece of the action. And boy As the crowd favorites, Dye got Best Logo Award, Big past before them. I can’t wait! was their action this year! After these six teams did a fantastic Al’s Dinner received People’s all, how can’t there be? With job. But so did all the other teams Choice Award, Sweet Snow By Christos Simitsakos products ranging from refreshing that participated; especially those Down received Most Environ- drinks, stylish clothing, and deli- chosen to advance to the finals. mentally Friendly Award, and cious food, there isn’t any reason Among them, in no particular Olympic Gyros received Best to not want a piece of it all! order, were: Olympic Gyros, I’m Theme Award. It truly was an The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5 Page 9

Cheating on the rise in Canadian schools

difficult to see why some stu- paring homework answers to cheating is that students aren’t dents might be motivated to make sure they were done cor- learning and if the habit continues cheat. They might feel over- rectly was considered as cheat- into cegep, the consequences are whelmed by the amount of work ing. So how can students know much more severe. If you cheat on that is being given and feel they what cheating is? “It really de- an assignment in cegep, you don’t have to cheat just to keep up and pends on the situation.” Replied just get zero on the assignment but others might dislike the course Mr. Lafave, “I look at everything you fail the course and you might the course they’re taking and on a case by case basis. The best even be expelled for plagiarism.” cheating to them might seem thing to do is trust your instincts, Apart form the increase justified. if you know what you’re doing in cheating among students nation- doesn’t feel right then don’t do it. Although the news may wide there has also been an in- If a student has any questions apply mostly to public schools, it crease in cheating at Loyola too. they can always go see one of would be naïve to think that Even Mr. Lafave couldn’t give a their teachers. We always try to cheating isn’t an issue at Loyola. definitive answer to the sudden rise educate students because we Mr Lafave was asked whether in the number of yellow sheets know they don’t always know cheating was a problem at being given out. It might be the what they’re doing.” Loyola. “Cheating is a problem at warmer weather or the inevitable every school and has always been Probably one of the stress leading up to exams but a problem. It’s just that with the largest contributing factors to the cheating is definitely a problem at Lately, there has been a new technology you hear about it rising cheating rate is that many Loyola and it’s on the rise. lot of attention in the news about more often.” students don’t know about the a survey that found that cheating problems that arise from cheat- But what is cheating? in Canadian universities and high ing. Mr. Lafave was candid when By Chris Foster Before my interview with Mr. schools was on the rise. From a asked about the problems with Lafave I wasn’t aware that com- students point of view it isn’t too cheating. “The Problem with

Villa Maria rumored to be renouncing sister school status

those Facebook groups about the I’m sure you’ve all done it...let’s dances organized, and tell all see if I can grind in the middle of your Villa friends when the next the horde and not get noticed. dances are so they don’t miss So it is only the grinding out! They are still allowed in; it’s issue that upsets them so. Maybe it just that their school does not would be better regulated if more endorse it. They will however slow songs were played in my continue to help us plan out the opinion. They get a lot of people Certain tragic news of So here’s the story. It Junior and Senior Balls at Carni- dancing in a calm slow non- gargantuan proportion struck my turns out that it was a rumour val because they feel it is part of grinding totally Christian way, it’s ears with a deafening blast some- with some truth behind it. Villa is their annual contribution to the fantastic!! It also gives you good time last week. I heard a mortify- not removing their sisterhood carnival. I suppose you also want opportunities to get some really ing rumour propagating around with us and is not intending on to know the reasoning behind good dances and make a girl feel our hallways that Villa Maria, doing so. However, we are in a their not endorsing the dances... our beloved sister school was bit of trouble with the girls’ loved...but let’s not get to off topic. The administration of threatening to remove their sister- school, shall we say... Villa is not trying to Villa Maria feels that the dances hood status with Loyola!! remove their sisterhood status-stay Villa sent out a letter to have become well...what better calm, stay frosty, don’t worry. Why on earth would each one of their students saying way to put it than too sexual. Villa is still with us, they just don’t they do that? I wondered. What that after much heated discus- They feel that the grinding issue endorse our dances anymore-that’s could have struck them to do so? sions among the administrators, has become way too out of hand all. Let’s just hope QAA and Sa- Or is it just some wicked fiendish they will no longer endorse the and they do not want to endorse cred don’t do the same. elaborate hoax? Turns out that Loyola Dances. This basically in something they feel to be very after some profound research, means that their student council inappropriate. The wording they and after one of my minions fed will not sell tickets at the door or used was; ‘’it has become like a By Dylan McCarty me some information, it all be- participate in organizing them. game to elude the supervision of came clear... They also no longer advertise our the chaperones’’ which I won’t dances at Villa, so be sure to get deny is the complete truth. Page 10 The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5 Arts & Entertainment

Multicultural Night makes a comeback

Culture was echoed narczyk’s Ukrainian band, Ms. evening reflected the di- throughout the auditorium on Moussa’s Mariachi band, as well verse cultures which makes March 29. Loyola High School as songs performed by Natasha Loyola what it really is. welcomed back Multi Cultural Vincelli, Bernard Soubry and Mike “Next year, we Evening, a night filled with fun, Gerbasi. A Spanish piano solo was would like to incorporate food and talent! The evening played by Sonia Primorano from more of our sister schools in began with the Mass of Solidar- Queen of Angels and a Italian the event, with Villa Maria, ity beautifully done by Fr. Bren- guitar solo played by Giancarlo QAA and Sacred Heart on nan S.J. The mass included 5 Szymborski. Emcees Matthew the team. We would also different readings in five differ- Mancini and Natasha Vincelli kept like to work on our advertis- ent languages read by the stu- the night alive. The evening was a ing to get more people in- dents. Following the mass, 125 huge success, with 125 guests and volved, sooner,” added guests found themselves licking only praise about the evening. Mancini. This evening their fingers in delight from the Multi Cultural was much could not have been the large table of food from every improved upon this year. Previous huge success it was without cultural background you could years involved a week of festivals the head of the committee think of; from Irish soda bread at lunchtime. With the idea origi- Mme. Nadeau and the in- to French casseroles and Italian nating from Deacon Stimpson and credible help from Mrs. pastas, all brought in by Loyola the St. Ignatius society, a comitee Caristo, Ms. Adams, Mr. families. After the delicious was branched off to make things Bednarczyk, Ms. Szczgiel- meals, all the guests moved easier and was taken into the hands ski, Mme. Lacasse, the Pas- back into the auditorium for an of Mme. Nadeau, with Matthew toral team, the committee evening of talent. The audience Mancini as the student coordinator. itself and all the other was greeted by a presentation “Everything ran smoothly, and I countless volunteers who about Earth Hour, which oc- think many people enjoyed it. This donated their time. We can cured later that evening, and year everything was more organ- only hope next year’s eve- were delighted by 10 multicul- ized, the committee was focused, ning is just as good as this tural acts which were compli- and Mme. Nadeau had a big im- year! Welcome back multi- mented by four cultural skits pact on the team,” said Mancini. cultural evening! from the theatre arts group: The Multicultural was made an evening Midas Touch, The Emperor’s this year because it was felt that New Clothes, Feen Daning, as By Lucas Lawton and Lu- Culture is an important aspect of well as Hans in Luck. The show kas R. Kusiak the Loyola community and this also welcomed Mr. Bed-

A new range for the music program

Whenever a major Father Eric MacLean Center for been a dramatic change to the The comedic sight of event is approaching in the the performing arts. music program here at Loyola. short secondary twos with large school, even weeks before it As some of you may have no- black instrument cases has become In the past, the musical actually happens, the hallways ticed, some of the lockers on the a regular sight for those who walk ensembles would perform during are filled with talk. Whether it is senior side have been replaced by by the music room between classes, the ever growing Festival of the the Ed Meagher sports tourna- bigger ones. This is due to the as was the ear-deafening squeaks at Arts. Each year, the secondary ment, the Carnival, or the Multi- increase in the number of music the beginning of the year. Now that Three and Four music classes, Cultural night, these events get students playing band instru- the year has progressed, all of the along with the prestigious Con- ample of advance advertisement. ments. It is not because of the beginning band classes are pro- cert Band and Jazz Band, would Yet, amid all this commotion, increase in size of the Secondary gressing at a good pace and they display their talent and hard work comes a brand new event known Three and Four band classes but have already started band pieces. by playing popular movie songs perhaps to only a minority of because Secondary Two students (such as Star Wars) and timeless “In the past I had one people. This event is Loyola’s now have the option of taking selections from all sorts of eras. beginning class of about 30 stu- first ever Spring Concert, to be music. This year however, there has held May 9th at 9:00 PM in The (Continued on page 18) The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5 Page 11

Concert Review Foo Fighters at the Bell Center

ness one of the biggest shows this Mendel on bass guitar and Chris Grohl (and in one case, share a beer year. We were about to see one Shiflett on lead, it was truly a with him.) of the most famous personalities sight for sore-eyes— er, sore We experienced everything from a in rock and roll today. We were ears. They opened with “The seemingly endless drum solo to about to hear the Foo Fighters. Pretender” and moved through once-in-a-lifetime triangle solo. new hits and old favorites alike, This was going to be big. And just when we thought it was playing everything from “Let It over we got not one, not two, but Not one, but two opening bands Die” to “Monkey Wrench” to three encores to a concert that had warmed up the house. First up “My Hero.” drifted almost past midnight. Daz- was Hi-Fi Hand Grenade, whose While we were quite far from the zling lights and resounding music sound was somewhat generic but stage at first, we were pleasantly filled the air as we came the closest great nonetheless, followed by a surprised when halfway through we had ever been to nirvana (get heaping helping of Against Me, the show a second, smaller circu- it?). who were fantastic. Then the real lar stage descended from the show began. rafters almost directly in front of By Alex Callard We shuffled into the Bell Centre, The cheering was thunderous and where we were sitting. The band packed like sardines with all the adoring as Dave Grohl stepped split the floor section in two as other rabid fans. Squeezed un- out onto the stage. Guitar in they traversed the catwalk that comfortably in our seats, we hand, his presence was almost bisected it. Stragglers on the floor beamed. We were about to wit- other worldly. Accompanied by who had been stuck at the back Taylor Hawkins on drums, Nate were now close enough to touch

Is Metallica’s new album worth all the hype?

It is safe to say that Metallica, grunge rock musicians were still despite having a couple tunes that decides to film a documentary to hands down the most successful hiding in their garages wearing were just bad, The Black Album film their problems… releases the metal band in history, hasn’t plaid lumberjack jackets, and was a solid album. Not their best, worst album of the year: St Anger. made a true metal album since metal was at the top of the world. but solid. It’s not fast, it’s not catchy, it’s not 1988. WOAH, wait a second. 1991 was the year that Metallica heavy, there are no guitar solos… The biggest problem They have METAL in their It’s not even radio friendly. Basi- about The Black Album was name, you can’t be more cally, it was something that Metal- that it spawned Metallica’s metal than that!... Apparently lica never did before: release an next three albums, Load, Re- not. album that both everyone hated. Load, and the horrendous St. Metallica is now in Anger. Now this takes us to the studio recording their next present. After about 15 years of Load, completely album, set to come out in fall doing what they want, Metallica ruining everything that Metal- of 2008, and it has quite a finally decide to listen to their fans lica stood for, came out in few people worried. The outcry. Rumors are spreading that 1996. It was slow. It was bor- main reason is that Metallica the new album will be faster than ing. It was catchy. It wasn’t has been inconsistent re- anything they have done in the past Metallica. But it’s okay guys, cently. And when I say re- 15 years, that there are tons of gui- they’re Metallica, they can do cently, I mean for the past 15 tar solos, and that the songs will be whatever they want… So then years… long, a couple ranging between 7-9 released their most successful Metallica decided to release Re- minutes. It raises the question, is Metallica were known album of all time, The Black Load in 97’. Sure. Metallica can there still hope for Metallica? I throughout the 1980’s for their Album. It was also the year that do whatever their angry little guess we can only wait until fall, speed, their growl, and their in- Metallica crossed the line into hearts desire, but I don’t think and see. At least they made one sane guitar solos. It is what made very dangerous and deep waters. they realized that they were dig- right choice so far; they gave up Metallica metal. Albums like Kill The Black Album had songs that ging their own graves… doing what ever the bleep they Em’ All, Ride The Lightning and were, gasp, radio-friendly. It is Seven years pass. want to do, and are finally listening Master of Puppets completely because of this simple fact that James Hetfield grows a funny to a source that actu- revolutionized the concept of many of the hardcore Metallica looking beard. Lars is balding. ally matters, their metal, and gained Metallica one fans lost faith in them. Claiming Kirk Hammett is Kirk Hammett. fans. of the most loyal fan bases for a they were sell-outs. Metallica’s And that other bassist dude quit band. Then came the 90’s… Jordano Aguzzi response: “We are Metallica, we the band, but no one really cared. The year was 1991; can do whaterver the bleep we Metallica has some problems, The Music Guy want.” Touché… Nonetheless, Page 12 The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5

Game Review: Super Smash Bros. Brawl

nal characters such as: Bowser, of America’s history, as well as Captain Falcon, Donkey Kong, ensuring the title a place among the Falco Lombardi, Fox McCloud, bestselling games in history. Ganondorf Ice Climbers, Jiggly- puff, Kirby, Link, Luigi, Mario, The game as also re- Marth, Mr. Game & Watch, ceived amazing reviews such as 9 Ness, Pikachu, Princess Peach, out of 10 from Eurogamer, 9.5 out Princess Zelda, Samus Aran, of 10 from GameStop, and an in- Toon Link, and Yoshi. Unfortu- credible 40 out of 40 from Famitsu nately not all the original charac- (A Japanese game magazine). Mat- ters were able to make the cut; thew Schwartzman (a Super Smash Dr. Mario, Mewtwo, Pichu, and Bros. Brawl owner) says, “The Roy are not in Super Smash Bros. game has lots of different maps, Brawl. characters, and easy to use con- The new game was first trols”. He also gives it a 9 out of launched in Japan on January ten rating. 31st, 2008. And on that same day over 500,000 games were sold, then 820,000 during that week, So if you’re a fan of Nin- tendo games I can assure you that From Nintendo comes Super cas, Meta Knight, Pikmin & and 1,524,000 games as of March you will enjoy this game. Even if Smash Bros. Brawl, the long Olimar, Pit, Pokemon Trainer, 30, 2008. And that was in Japan you’re not a fan of Nintendo I still anticipated sequel to the very R.O.B., Snake, Sonic the Hedge- alone. In North America 874,000 believe that you will enjoy this successful game Super Smash hog, Sheik, Wario, Wolf, and games were sold on launch day Bros. Melee. The game is back Zero Suit Samus. The new game and over 1,400,000 games during legacy of a game …. so give it a and stronger than ever with new also has improved graphics, new the first week. These numbers try! characters such as:Diddy Kong, power-ups, and new maps. The make Super Smash Bros. Brawl Ike, King Dedede, Lucario, Lu- game also includes all the origi- the fastest selling Nintendo title By Anton Motivans

The Loyola News’ Cartoonist Alexander Venditti

“I became interested in cartoon strips called "Bob and Bill." The original draw- a good guy trying to stop the bad guy! Not when I was in grade three. My mom brought ings of Bob and Bill were a little different much there! I remember showing them to home a book called "Captain Underpants". At that from the way I draw them now. At first, the my friends when we were all eight years old, time, I really loved those books. Inside, there cartoon strips that I made about them were and we got a kick out of them! Today, I'm were cartoons to go along with the story. I not all that great. I was in grade three, so I not so sure we'll have the same reaction. I haven't been making many "The Good Guy thought they were really neat. I decided to copy thought they were pretty good... and The Bad Guy" cartoons since I continue the cartoons in the book, but make a different I later made a cartoon strip called to draw "Bob and Bill." ending. My mom thought that they were great. So "The Good Guy and The Bad Guy." Plain I created my own cartoon characters. They were and simple, the whole story revolves around The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5 Page 13

Loyola holds first annual Spring Concert

On Friday, May 9, from classical music, such as dents’ parents, teachers, invited great surprise to Mr. Pasquini, but I 2008, Loyola held its first annual Bolero by Maurice Ravel, to rock relatives, and anyone else who am sure he appreciated it. Spring Concert. It was performed music, such as Born to Be Wild was musically inclined. The surprises are not in the Fr. Eric Maclean Centre by Steppenwolf. There were also At the end of the per- over yet, as the Concert Band, Jazz for the Performing Arts, and it many recognizable songs, such as formance, while Mr. John Pas- Band and Chorus will perform at featured the Secondary Two, The Pink Panther Theme by quini was thanking teachers such the Festival of the Arts (see article Three and Four bands, along with Henry Mancini, Rush Hour by as Ms. Moussa and Mme. La- below). the Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Mike Tomaro and even selections casse, a thundering noise came the combined Loyola/QAA Cho- from the renowned Broadway By Kyle Martis from backstage. It was two Sec- rus. In addition to the chorus, musical Mamma Mia! by Abba. ondary Five students, Kevin Droz there were accompanying violin- The auditorium was and Mathieu Mancini delivering ists. full as the bands mentioned Mr. Pasquini’s gift, purchased by This evening’s reper- above performed. The audience the Concert Band, with the help toire varied in genre, as it went was mainly composed of stu- of Mme. Lacasse. This was a

Annual Arts Festival continues to showcase Loyola artists

Last Wednesday eve- students possessed. The films dary 1 to the talented secondary The “Ignatian” Awards 2008 ning, May 21, the Festival of the were an excellent example of the 5’s. The talk of the evening, fol- Acknowledging the Arts and Arts filled the air within the halls Loyola media program and what lowing the awards, was Bernard Humanities at Loyola and all anticipated a future students should thrive for. Soubry because of the fact that he great night. Indeed it was. It was Following the films were a vari- won 4 awards almost in a row. Art Award for Excellence: Alberto filled with comedy, music, art- ety of skits put on by the Secon- Not to steal the spotlight from the D’Onofrio work and even a touch of insight- dary 3 theatre arts class. Well other award winners (Mathieu ful filmmaking. acted, well scripted, and well Mancini winning 3), Bernard Loyola Art Collection: Charles Jones directed, the 6 skits performed Soubry displayed extraordinary The evening began with Drama that evening provided much co- effort in almost all aspects of the the casual viewing of the artwork Best Actor: Bernard Soubry medic relief and demonstrated arts and he seems like someone to that all the art classes provided. Best Supporting Actor: Anthony that Loyola has a number of tal- look out for in the future. While making the rounds, one Gervasi ented performers. could not help but notice how At the end of the night, Production Award: Lukas Rewers- talented the artists were and how The Concert and Jazz everyone seemed to be satisfied Kusiak much time and effort went into Bands followed this display of with the evening’s performances. Long-term Contribution: Bernard Sou- the wide variety of works the wit and humor. The bands per- We’ll just have to wait until next bry paintings on the walls were com- formed selections from the Spring year to see what talent resides Media: Darren Usher plimented by the sculptures dis- Concert held earlier this month within Loyola’s walls. Hope to played in the center of the atrium. and delivered a wonderful per- see you there! Music Chorus: Bernard Soubry It was a wonderful sight to be- formance to top off the evening. Band: Mathieu Mancini hold. Among the more notable Benjamin La Schiazza The evening was not Overall Contribution: James Gutteridge pieces were the Flying Pigs, Below: John Limeburner with his yet complete. To put the “final which were actually overhead and “Iggy”. Computers cherry on top”, a special guest made quite an impression on Computer Graphics: Mathew Naami made an appearance to help hand those in attendance. This extraor- Yearbook: Mathieu Mancini out the awards. This guest was dinary start to the evening seemed none other than Roch Carrier. He Public Speaking: to keep viewers from entering the is the author of the famous story Best Public Speaker: Matthew Quadrini auditorium, delaying the formal “The Hockey Sweater” about a presentation for a bit. Battle of the Bands: “80s Tennis All- young boy and his love for Les Stars” Once the main event Canadiens and The Rocket. Mr. Venture” Writing Awards got underway, the appreciation Carrier read the famous tale and and awe of the crowd was evi- gave a very interesting speech Junior Division, First Prize: Adriano dent. The three opening films, about his life. The evening could- Petrangelo covering topics ranging from n’t have ended better. Senior Division, First in Prose: Bernard Soubry family and school dynamics to The awards for the arts Senior Division, First in Poetry: John the sacrifice of Loyola alumni in were then distributed. Winners Limeburner the First World War, displayed ranged from the promising secon- Prix du français, premier prix: the depth of talent that the media Mathieu Mancini Page 14 The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5 Sports and Clubs Bantam Braves rugby loses thriller to St. Thomas Zulus

May 30 - After the game when the final whistle collapse of both the Juvenile and blew. Midget varsity squads in the “The team was hard playoffs, the pressure was on the working, with lots of character,” Bantam Braves rugby team to according to Coach Meagan bring home a city championship Kearney. She did not expect the crown last Friday at home on the team to have an undefeated regu- Ed Meagher Fields. Loyola has lar season because “you never built a solid reputation as one of know what you are going to face the better rugby programs in the at the Bantam level. L.C.C. and G.M.A.A. and regularly wins one Selwyn have good coaching and or more championships per sea- St. Thomas is usually strong.” son. However, their arch nemesis is St. Thomas. The Zulus from Coach Kearney offered Pointe Claire have one of the her comments on some of the oldest and most successful rugby more notable players for the traditions on the island and this Braves throughout the successful year’s Bantam squad, along with season. Nick Impellizzeri, for a Loyola’s, were both unbeaten rookie, was impressive as the heading into the final. captain of the backs and stepped up his game when needed. The The capacity crowd at forwards captain, Matthew Byta- the lower fields were not going to lan, “was consistent and kept the be disappointed. Witnesses were players calm.” Other leaders enthralled by non-stop action in were Malcolm Baird who this clash of titans. “kicked, scored and did every- Loyola carried the thing else we asked of him.” momentum for most of the first Lastly, secondary one rookie Pat half before succumbing slightly McQueen performed well at fly to the strength and size of St. half—a position not many rookie Thomas. Despite losing the third secondary one’s can cope with quarter and eventually surrender- and was “calm under pressure.” ing the lead in the fourth, Loyola Great season Braves! refused to give up and was less than fifteen feet from tying the The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5 Page 15

Ultimate enters year four and breaks records for participation

Left: Ultimate teachers and Sec- ondary five players minutes after the annual student-teacher game which the teachers won!

What is the playoff format and who do you think has the best chance to win the Ultimate Disk?

There are quarter-finals, semi- finals and then a one game winner takes all Championship game for the Ultimate Disc award. In the quarter-finals, the first place team takes on the eighth place, second versus seventh, etc…with the teams being re-seeded for the semi-finals. All players who meet the atten- The Loyola News For one, Ultimate can be enjoyed we keep hammering away at the dance requirement of playing in 8 ecently sat down with the Ulti- by everyone, no matter their level overall spirit of the game, hope- of their 12 regular season games mate League Commission Mr. of athletic prowess. The season fully one of these days everyone qualify for the playoffs, including Meagher to get his feedback on also runs at a time in the school will treat the games the way they the Secondary Five grads who are the rise of Loyola’s most popular year where everyone, student and are intended - as nothing more invited to take on the teachers in house league sport which has teacher alike, really like, and than a great way to end the the traditional Student-Teacher entered its fourth year of exis- need, to get outdoors. It is a great school year playing a fun sport - game on May 23rd. There will be a tence. way to enjoy the beautiful Spring win or lose. The Commissioner complimentary BBQ for all players weather after a long Winter. Fi- has enacted a new form of pen- during the final game as well as an This is the fourth season of Ulti- nally, while it is House League alty against teams who lose focus awards ceremony right after the mate at Loyola and the biggest and the overall goal is fun and on the overall spirit of the game game. Who will win? Onslaught. in terms of participation. Could participation, there will always and may have a deduction of one you explain the spike in popu- be a certain level of competitive- "spirit point" from their over- larity? ness that comes out in any all standings. Teams hate losing a sport. There seems to be a spirit point, but not as much as There is probably no one factor good balance in Ultimate be- the Commissioner hates to see that has led to the growth of Ulti- tween recreation and competi- arguing or lack of respect for the mate. Although there has not tiveness, which is proba- rules - so until the Commissioner been any formal research con- bly keeping the sport on the rise. has been relieved of his duties, ducted on the spike in interest, the spirit point rule will likely the Commissioner has a few "gut continue. What changes has the league feelings" behind the popularity, instituted this year and have How would you describe the they been successful? action thus far in season four?

The league has grown from 6 to 8 Every week the teams are getting teams, with a total participation better and better. While there are of approximately 120 players 4 or 5 stronger teams that all which includes 25 teachers. have a shot at winning the Ulti- There is always room for im- mate Disc championship, even provement, and the focus for this the teams lower in the standings year has been on equal participa- are improving from week to tion by all players, as well as a week - and giving the stronger reduction in arguing. Because teams a tougher match. Above Ultimate is self-refereed, it really all, there doesn't appear to be any relies on respect for the rules and team that isn't having fun, for the opponent. While there whether they are at the top or have been a few snags in terms of bottom of the standings. That is rule interpretation and the calling what it's all about. of fouls or out of bounds play, if

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Ultimate season ends with controversial championship game between The Gold Rush and Orange Onslaught

The Gold Rush and the As if influenced by the weather, and at that exact moment the ers on the sideline rushed onto the Orange Onslaught took to the both teams started to grow more clouds opened up and the rain field in celebration, the Gold Rush field for one of the most antici- and more frustrated from the started to pour. But the game argued that Jackson had thrown the pated games difficulty of scor- continued and with only minutes disk after 10 stalls had been in Ultimate ing. Up until this left in the game, the Gold Rush counted. In the spirit of the game, if league his- point there had this time quarterbacked by Mr. a play is contested, there must be a tory. Both been relatively Ketterling and replay as had oc- teams were few fouls called, featuring leaping curred numerous confident of but as the teams catches by Shawn times earlier in the victory and became aware Duffy and Mark match. Their con- although the that the game Weissfelner, were testation was ig- Onslaught halfway over, able to score a nored by the On- may have had competitiveness timely point to tie slaught as Commis- a better regu- took over. the game. sioner Meagher lar season came on to the The The record, the field. Gold Rush, des- Final whistle Gold Rush perate to break blew and with the Both gave them one the resolute de- wind howling and teams knew the of their only fence of the On- the rain coming game had been two losses. slaught, changed down, the On- very competitive After an in- their offensive slaught and Gold and somewhat spiring rendi- style to shorter rush went to sudden death over- controversial but were still sur- tion of O Canada played by Ms. passes and made quick progress time. Overtime started slowly prised when Mr. Meagher an- Moussa on the trumpet, the game scoring two points to take the with both sides having trouble nounced there would be no official was underway. lead. The determined Onslaught catching a slippery Disk but soon winner, MVP or medals given out. The game started lived up to their name and went the old tempo resumed. The Gold He delivered a stern speech chastis- slowly with the defence prevail- into overdrive as Patrick Coyle Rush, inspired by a leaping catch ing the two teams for forgetting the ing as the Gold Rush played a was able to gain by Mathew Mo- spirit of the game and letting their tight man to man defence and good field position torola, pushed the drive to win at all cost defeat the The Onslaught countered with for the Onslaught Onslaught back 10 purpose of the game. Both the their solid zone coverage. Finally with long throws feet from their end teachers and students remained after 5 minutes, the Orange On- that impressed zone. Despite the silent as Mr. Meagher expressed slaught, with the wind at their even Mr. Santillo. efforts of Mathew his disappointment. back, scored the first point of the The change in Kost and the Gold Even thought the game game. strategy seemed to Rush, the Onslaught had been heated, both teams shook work and after a were able to keep The Gold Rush didn’t hands and enjoyed hot dogs and point by Massimo them at bay and falter and their offence led by drinks together and almost as if on Muia, the game started a quick veterans Mathew Mastrocola and cue, the sun emerged again. Al- was tied yet again. counter attack. After Alessandro Pedicelli was able to though the game was shrouded in making it to within come back and score a quick Frustra- controversy no doubt it was one of feet of Gold’s end point. The game tempo started to tion arose again as the most epic games in ultimate zones, the Onslaught speed up and the Orange On- both teams called history and will not soon be forgot- had difficulty con- slaught, using short passes be- close and some- ten. verting and were tween sec 5’s Jack Kontopolous times questionable restricted to short By Chris Foster and Anthony Pasqua, were able fouls that wouldn’t passes. Finally, to slowly work the disk down the have been called Shane Jackson saw a field despite the Gold Rush’s in many other man open and threw stubborn defence. Just yards games. At this the disk. All of the away from the gold rush end point a lot time players on the field suddenly zone Ryan Patton made a laser was spent arguing close catches froze as the disk hovered in the pass to a diving Shayne Jackson or fast stall counts. air for what seemed like forever. to put the Onslaught in the lead In spite of the argu- The pass was short but Onslaught for a second time. ments the game continued at a rookie Chris Foster came up with The weather started to fast pace as the Onslaught scored the difficult catch to win the turn and the sun quickly disap- a point to put them in the lead 4- game. Or so it seemed. peared behind a veil of clouds. 3. The three minute whistle blew As the Onslaught play- The Loyola News Volume 5, Issue 5 Page 17

Meet you at the track

Yet another season of Track and on the first meet, it was time to Field has come to a close. And it move on to the Regionals. In was another good season. Led by order to advance to the Provin- the fearless Mr. Proietti, the team cials, one must get into first or finished off its season with two second place in his or her events track meets at the traditional respectively. And with the Raymond-Bourque Arena in St. amount of skilled athletes on site, Laurent. that was a lot harder then it th sounds. May 6 was the quali- fying round. Players had to com- After a hard day of pete in their events and place track the results were as fol- within the top eight in order to lowed. PCHS placed first place proceed to the Regionals on May for Bantam. Westwood Academy 15th. Both dates called for prepa- placed first for Midget. And rations, and a lot of sun screen. PCHS placed first for Juvenile. As for Loyola, we finished sec- They were both beauti- ond in Midget. True, we didn’t ful days. The sun was shining come in first, but it’s consolidat- and the breeze was cool. Water ing that we only lost by nine bottles and sun screen were ne- ahead of ourselves, I’d like to say sure it’ll be as eventful as this points, despite missing star ath- cessities. Runners, Jumpers and congratulations to everyone who year’s track season! lete Alexander Rossi to a ham- Throwers were scattered across won a medal or ribbon, and to string injury. the fields. It truly was a great day everyone who came out for track for the great outdoors. The track season is this year. It was a fun year in- By Christos Simitsakos now over, and another page is After most of the mem- deed, and good luck to all those Photo: Jim Newman turned in Loyola history. How- bers of the track team qualified Loyola students who plan on ever, before we get too much attending the Provincials. I’m

The Loyola Climbing Club keeps on rocking

the Zenith guiding company. The in town. staff is actually belaying the par- climbers were having a great In parallel to our regular ses- ticipants. time and the experience they sions, we have introduction We want our climbing warriors build up during the indoor season courses for students interested in to experience the real thing and paid off. Loïc was quite im- becoming members. These grow with it, not just enjoy a wa- pressed with their abilities to the courses are a package of 4 ses- tered down entertainment version point of enjoying a friendly com- sions, including the equipment of rock climbing. petition with them in a timed rental, the instruction and the Who can join the club? climb. accreditation test. Accreditation at Allez-up is mandatory to be a Any student in sec. 3 and up What did the club do this year? member of the club. AND 14 years old can join the The climbing club had two out- club. The club does not require any doors excursions, one in the fall The philosophy of the club particular commitment: in order to and one the spring. Both hap- The idea behind the climbing get the activity points, you have to pened to be a great success with club is to have students discover participate in 10 sessions (outdoors lots of fun for all participants. and enjoy the fun of climbing and are worth 2). If you are in the soc- The club would like to thank here eventually become autonomous cer team for example, you don’t Outdoor success Mr Ruscito who very kindly and continue climbing on their have to join in September, you can drove the Warrior-mobile and own once having graduated from wait till your season is over. You On Sunday May 25, the climbing made the outings possible. Loyola. You will learn how to choose which sessions you want to club held its third outdoor climb- Our regular activities, which belay a partner, in other words attend. ing outing at Montagne d’Argent take place throughout the whole you are being responsible for You don’t have to be an already near Tremblant. The weather was school year comprise of a weekly your partner’s life. This has noth- accomplished athlete to become a beautiful and the conditions ideal indoor climbing session for our ing to do with the birthday parties good climber. You don’t have to for an excellent climbing experi- members. We go at Allez-up, and some summer-camp activi- have huge muscular arms and up- ence. Our group was accompa- arguably the best climbing gym ties where somebody from the nied by Loïc Briand, founder of (Continued on page 19) Page 18 The Loyola News Volume 1, Issue 1

Soar like an eagle, continued from page 3

(Continued from page 3) My sincere thanks to me and my family. Thank you all the members of the Society of one and all! it in the flight to our true home- Jesus that I have known for the Charles Baranowski the world of Spirit and become past twenty five years for giving connected to the Great Spirit. me an opportunity to be part of the Loyola Community and al- Below: Mr. Kelly Burke presents The eagle is a power lowing my dream to be possible the twenty-five year veteran symbol of the zenith and a great and especially Father Robert with his gift after saying a few reminder of your own ability to Brennan, S.J., for making this words in Mr. Baranowski’s soar to great heights. Eagles are such a memorable occasion for honor. messengers from heaven and are the embodiment of the spirit of the sun. Those with an Eagle totem need to have an involve- ment with creation, a willingness to experience extremes, a will- ingness to use your ability even if Above: Mr. Charles Baranowski it means getting "scorched" a with his gift from the Loyola little as you fly high and a will- Teachers Association. ingness to seek out your true emotions. much, and how strongly. This The eagle is a demand- totem will show you opportunities ing totem, but one that offers so and how to ride the winds to your much reward at the end of the benefit. Eagle people can live in the journey. Its four-toed feet re- realm of the spirit yet still remain mind you to stay grounded even connected and balanced within the went soaring high, its talons re- realm of the Earth. You must be- mind you to grasp the things of come much more than you ever the earth and its sharp beak dreamed possible. shows you when to speak, how

Music program, continued from Page 10

(Continued from page 10) tioned during our interview, her tioned, “and so will the Concert the difficulty. Much to his amaze- help is greatly appreciated and Band and Jazz Band!” ment, and that of the veteran band dents, this year; there are a total that much of the credit of advanc- members, the rookies pulled So far, the Concert of four containing 110 beginning ing the band at such a rapid pace through and showed that they could Band has felt much of the effects musicians,” replied Mr. Pasquini is due to her. On top of that, she handle harder pieces. This proved of the change. Before Christmas, when asked about the whole has been helping with the Con- to him that the change in the music there were only a couple promo- experience of teaching the extra cert and Jazz Bands respectively. program was working to his advan- tions made that came from the classes. Mr. Pasquini mentioned Another person who has helped tage. younger grades, but following the that it was tough and confusing at is Mme Lacasse. She has done break, a total of 13 were added to Those who did attend the times, but that it was all worth it. much with the Chorus in getting the group from Secondary Two concert on the 9th of May saw first them prepared for the concerts as For Mr. Pasquini, it and Three. This was a huge risk hand the amazing talent that Loyola well as teaching the Secondary seems to be one of his toughest for the band because of the fact fosters. It is no coincidence that Ones the basics of music that will years of teaching just because of that none of the students pro- applauses lasted minutes upon prepare them for band instru- the sheer number of students he moted had ever played in a band minutes and the comments after the ments in the future. has to deal with. Because of this, before. Also, at the time, none show were all but negative. After Ms. Moussa has been helping the The quality of the mu- had started band pieces because such a memorable evening, and one flute and trumpet players. Using sicians has greatly increased they were still working in the more to come at the Festival of the her expertise on these instru- which benefits both the students’ infamous “Accent on Achieve- arts, who knows what the future ments, she has been able to work regular band but also gives Mr. ment”. will hold for Loyola’s aspiring with tuning, pitch and technique Pasquini more of a choice of musicians. The Concert Band had while giving the students tips on musicians. “The whole music to begin with a simple piece to how to excel on their proper in- program is going to improve see if the “rookies”, as Mr. Pas- Benjamin La Schiazza strument. As Mr. Pasquini men- because of the change” he men- quini refers to them, could handle The Loyola News Volume 1, Issue 1 Page 19

Trimestering, continued from Page 1

(Continued from page 4) Mr. Donovan noted that concern among teachers was the there would be a long break be- there are several advantages to the consideration of seventy-five tween certain subjects, to the detri- tioned that, “most felt that it trimestering system for both minute classes. Students with ment of the students. He used should be explored during the teachers and students. Teachers shorter attention spans may find it Mathematics as an example. He said upcoming school year (2008- would have fewer students and difficult to concentrate during this that, “students must build on their 2009), with the possibility of fewer classes per day, as well as extended period of time. Mr. Bed- skills, and going a trimester without being implemented the following the ability to see their classes on a narczyk, Vice-Principal of Aca- Math,” could have a negative out- year.” more regular basis. Grading peri- demics for Cycle I, mentioned come. He mentioned that students ods and reporting periods would that he is in support of the longer must be consulted before such a The trimestering model be more spread out and the regu- periods because they allow for system is put into effect. calls for multiple changes to the lar Monday to Friday schedule more to be accomplished in a current school schedule. Instead Mr. Donovan agreed with would help to avoid confusion. given class. He added that teach- of having two school terms, the Mr. Fulvio’s last statement. “Yes,” Students would have fewer ers would have to “adapt their reformed calendar would call for Mr. Donovan said, we must “talk to classes to deal with, allowing for a teaching methods.” Shifting ac- three terms, each with its own the students” and see what they greater opportunity to focus their tivities, he said, would help to exam period. Courses would be think. Their support is necessary for energy on these classes and to keep students focused. broken down into trimesters so this change to be a success. He keep on top of homework, tests that students would only have four Mr. Donovan added that stated that, “We must look at our and assignments. Heavy testing or five heavy courses per trimes- the longer periods “allow for more needs, and find a solution to meet would also be spread out. The ter, greatly reducing the number exploration-type learning,” per- those needs.” The trimestering sys- longer periods would allow more of assignments for students at a mitting students to use a variety of tem, he said, is just one possible time for class activities and in- given time. Certain larger courses skills to acquire knowledge and to solution. “We do not necessarily class reflection. would be taught over the course use that knowledge. This type of [have to implement] this model, but of two trimesters, while smaller However, as this system learning is promoted by the Qué- rather must explore different models ones could be completed in a is advantageous, it is also disad- bec Education Reform. When and ways to deal with” this situa- single trimester. Teachers would vantageous. Teachers and students asked if the trimestering system tion. Looking at alternatives, Mr. thus have fewer classes at a time. might find completing a course in came about to encompass the Donovan emphasized, “Is definitely The model also calls for a change a single trimester to be too rushed ideals promoted by the govern- important.” to the daily schedule. Instead of and that the lack of ‘down-time’ ment reform, Mr. Donovan As a final comment, Mr. five periods of sixty minutes each, between classes increases stress. stressed that this was not the case. Donovan stated that, “I think that plus a thirty minute tag per day, Also, both students and teachers “Yes, the reform asks for [more the shift would be helpful for both students would have four periods may find that seventy-five minute exploration-type learning], but in students and staff.” We can only of seventy-five minutes each, as classes are too long. Due to the general, it was the idea to slow hope that the shift, if any, is both well as a thirty minute tag. Lunch longer periods, absences would down the pace [of study] that effective and pragmatic. After all, would be extended by ten min- also have a greater impact. Fi- promoted this system.” this change will affect all aspects of utes, but the overall school hours nally, there is also no local prece- Teachers are divided life at Loyola, including the future (8:20 AM to 3:00 PM) would dent for a trimestering system, over the system, many unsure of of our education. remain the same. The schedule meaning that results are unknown. which side to take. One teacher, would be on a Monday to Friday Mr. Donovan men- Mr. Fulvio, strongly disagreed. He By Sean Duffy cycle instead of the current Days tioned that the largest issue of said that by dividing up courses, 1 through 9.

Climbing Club, continued from page 17

(Continued from page 17) of the club and the world climb- second is to invite sister school ing-family! participants to our regular activi- per body (actually it is more a What are the plans for future ties. The third would be to start a hindrance since the secret is like developments? youth team to compete both at good boxing: footwork is funda- mental!) There are several ideas in the the exhibition level against some climbing gym teams and at the If you are afraid, it is perfectly works: their realization will de- local and provincial level in normal. Dealing with fear in pend on the club’s growth in general and with one’s own fears terms of number of participants. official competitions. The more is part of the learning and grow- The first is to have an introduc- members in the club, the easier ing of every climber. tion to ice-climbing this winter and faster these projects can There are no tryouts. Once with Loïc on the MacTavish develop! you are accredited, you are part reservoir (McGill campus). The By Mr. Baruthio The Loyola News announces annual journalism award winners

Michael Azakie Chris Foster Alex Venditti Jeremy McQueen Ben La Schiazza

Mr. Jarrett Ketterling, Award went to Michael Azakie, News Hall of Fame for his next year’s staff. Chris Foster moderator of The Loyola News, Best Contributor (Journalism) contribution to journalism over was promoted to Editor-in- announced at a recent press was awarded to Chris Foster, the past three years. Chief and Benjamin La Schi- conference the names of the The Art Award went to Alex azza was promoted to the As well, there were winners of the paper’s annual Venditti and Jeremy McQueen post of Assistant Editor. two significant promotions for Journalism Awards. The Editor was inducted into The Loyola

Ultimate Warriors

With the wrap-up of the Ultimate season, awards were presented to individual players from each team that recognized their contribution to the spirit of the game. Pictured from left to right are: Mr. Joseph Hunt (MVP of the Student-Teacher Game); James Gutteridge (Ultimate Warrior for White Wash); David Layton (Ultimate warrior for Green Monster); Derek Boy- chuck (Ultimate Warrior for Pink Peril); Sean Messenger (Ultimate Warrior for Grey Glory); David Ness (Ultimate Warrior for Red Rock); Kevin Caro (Ultimate Warrior for Blue Wave); and, Matthew Michetti (Ultimate Warrior for The Gold Rush).