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Final Edition June 2014 Class of 2014 says farewell

In This Issue Top Ten Seniors p. 4

Senior Luncheon p. 5

Prom 2013 p. 6-7

Class Noteables p. 9

Student Spotlight p. 10

Horoscopes p. 11

Opinion p. 11 Ariana Deron and Ms. Young The class of 2014 practices for the lead the seniors in the class big day they’ve all been waiting for. Boilermaker Sports p. 12 song I Believe I Can Fly.

Seniors take their last walk through the auditorium as they rehearse for the commencement Calendar ceremony. This year’s graduation 2014 will be held at the harold washington cultural center at 1:30 pm. Congratulations class of 2014! We wish all of you the best in life and June 2- 6 Graduation practice continued success. SENIORS RULE!!!

June 7 Commencement Ceremony

June 9 Half- Cap Ceremony Bowen High School Investigation Day

June 10-11 Final Exams

June 12 End of Year Carnival

June 13 Field Day

June 13 Last day of school

June 23 Summer Bridge

James H. Bowen High School 2710 E 89th ST Chicago, Illinois 60617 Phone: (773) 535-7650 cheerleaders show the incoming freshmen that bowen pride. www.bowenhs.org camryn miguest joins in the day of fun.

Principal Mrs. Nia Abdullah Vice Principal Ms. Whitfield By Donisha Jackson These potential Boilermak- They were able to sign up BHS invited Thorpe and ers learned a little bit of history for all sports and many different Sullivan Elementary Schools to at- about Bowen. Not only did they clubs. The majority of the students tend our yearly H.S.I.D. learn about the academics and re- who attended High School Inves- quirements at Bowen, but also about tigation Day, overall was pleased This is a day where seventh/ the fun activities offered here at our with the information they received, eighth graders are able to come out school, like cheerleading, football, while more than half of them stat- and explore the high school in which girls/boys basketball, softball, and ed, “I can’t wait to come here.” they are considering to attend. They volleyball. Bowen is a school that’s are able to speak to teachers about all about learning. They like to As a final gift and thank you what they will learn upon choosing keep students excited and eager to to those who attended, they were Bowen as their high school. learn while having fun. given Bowen goody bags which contained Bowen gear and candy. These underclassmen are After all the talk about the also allowed to talk to students school, students were escorted into As Bowen says good- who already attend the school and the big gym for a little fun. There bye to the C/O ‘14, it prepares to get their perspective on the school, was food, music, and even a p r o - welcome the new class of 2018! classes, and teachers. fessional photographer.

--2-> Bowen Arrow Final Edition June 2014 --3-> The Bowen Arrow Editorial Policy THE BOWEN ARROW is the official student- produced medium of news and information Principal’s Message Cinco de Mayo Celebracion published by Bowen High School students. THE BOWEN ARROW has been established as a designated public forum for student editors Dear Boilermaker Family, to inform and educate their readers as well as for the discussion of issues of concern to their In parting, I would like to audience. It will not be reviewed or restrained June is a wonderful, yet share with our graduating seniors a by school officials prior to publication or quote from our First Lady, Michelle distribution. Advisers may—and should—coach bittersweet time for our BHS fam- and discuss content during the writing process. ily. With sublime pleasure and sor- Obama:

Because the school does not engage in prior row, I would like to bid farewell review, and the content of THE BOWEN to our graduating class of 2014. “You may not always have ARROW is determined by and reflects only the Your leadership, personality, and a comfortable life and you will not views of the student staff and not school officials or the school itself, its student editorial board love for BHS are inspiring, and always be able to solve all of the and responsible student staff members assume you will each be missed more than world’s problems at once, but don’t complete legal and financial liability for the content of the publication. you know. You will now embark ever underestimate the importance on your most exciting journey into you can have because history has Love, Student journalists may use print and electronic shown us that courage can be con- media to report news and information, adulthood! Stay strong and stead- to communicate with other students and tagious, and hope can take on a life fast; hard work and persistence will Principal Abdullah individuals, to ask questions of and consult always be rewarded! of its own.” with experts and to gather material to meet their The girls perform traditional mexican dances wearing brightly newsgathering and research needs. Professional vocalist and musician raul lopez performs live. colored traditional dresses. THE BOWEN ARROW and its staff are protected by and bound to the principles of the First Amendment and other protections and Students show up Staff in limitations afforded by the Constitution and the various laws and court decisions implementing Although a little late, Bow- those principles. Annual Softball Game After the dancers, came en had their annual Cinco de Mayo the music with musical selections THE BOWEN ARROW will not publish any program on Friday, May 16, during by Ms. Young’s music class and material determined by student editors or the student editorial board to be unprotected, that 7th and 8th periods. members of the show choir. As is, material that is libelous, obscene, materially The celebration began with well as Mr. Sechrist and Raul Lo- disruptive of the school process, an unwarranted invasion of privacy, a violation of copyright or all of the Spanish classes recit- pez performing with their guitars. a promotion of products or services unlawful ing the Juramento a la Bandera, or The highlight of the show (illegal) as to minors as defined by state or federal law. Mexico’s Pledge of Allegiance. was a father and son performance. Jasmine Rodriguez shared With Raul Lopez on keyboard and Definitions and examples for the above instances his dad on guitar, the two shared of unprotected speech can be found in Law of the meaning of the holiday by ex- the Student Press published by the Student Press plaining that it is a day to celebrate their Mexican heritage through Law Center. Mexico defeating the French at The song. Mrs. Holloway, who has led and participated in the assemly Battle of Pueblo. the talented raul lopez ii and raul The editorial board, which consists of the staff’s for many years said, “I especially student editors, will determine the content, Next was an exciting per- lopez iii on stage- like father like son. including all unsigned editorials. The views enjoyed the musical talents of Raul stated in editorials represent that of a majority of formance of the Baile Folklorico and his dad. I am also super proud the editorial board. Signed columns or reviews Dance led by Stephanie Porraz. of the student leadership and all represent only the opinion of the author. “The dancers were really the students that worked to make it THE BOWEN ARROW may accept letters to great,” said Mr. Vocal, Spanish happen.” the editor, guest columns and news releases from J a s m i n e Coach Wilson pitches for the staff. teacher. “I liked how they mixed Special thanks to Ms. Whitfield students, faculty, administrators, community rodriguez residents and the general public. We ask that the old with new.” who coordinated this event. letters to the editor, guest columns or other e n j o y s submissions be 300 words or less and contain the show. the author’s name, address and signature. All submissions will be verified.

THE BOWEN ARROW editorial board reserves the right to withhold a letter or column or other submission and/or return it for revision if it Brittany bunts contains unprotected speech or grammatical to get on first. C/O 2014 errors that could hamper its meaning. Deadlines (above ) for letters and columns will be determined by RULES! each year’s student staff, allowing sufficient time for verification of authorship prior to publication. Memorial Day Parade Ms. Flowers’ Journalism Cory hits it out Staff members will strive to correct errors prior By Cavon Lee j r o t c n e w s to publication; however, if the editorial board Class of 2014 the park! (left) determines a significant error is printed, the editorial board will determine the manner and Bowen Arrow Staff On a hot, Saturday morning, timeliness of a correction. young Junior R.O.T.C cadets from The staff of THE BOWEN ARROW will strive marvell Clifton all over the city of Chicago attended to report all issues in a legal, objective, accurate laTavia Davis the annual Memorial Day Parade to and ethical manner, according to the Canons C/O 2014 of Professional Journalism developed by the marcus Eades salute all fallen soldiers whose lives Society for Professional Journalists. The Canons RULES! have been taken while in the Army, of Professional Journalism include a code of tevin Glenn Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps. ethics concerning accuracy, responsibility, ashonay arris integrity, conflict of interest, impartiality, fair d H This year’s highly awaited The Cadets of all Chicago Public play, freedom of the press, independence, donisha Jackson Although the rules were a bit al- sensationalism, personal privacy, obstruction of staff vs. student softball game fi- tered for this friendly game, the High Schools showed what they justice, creditability and advertising. jermain Johnson nally happened on Friday, May 26, staff made good on their bragging were made of. The adviser will not act as a censor or determine miranda Martin at Bessemer Park field. and remained in the lead for most “Bowen did the best job, but the content of the paper. The adviser will offer hasani Milner Students from the boys advice and instruction, following the Code of of the time. C.V.S. was our best competition on Ethics for Advisers established by the Journalism eith oberts baseball team and girls softball k R “I think we started losing certain things such as, songs being Education Association as well as the Canons of team gave it their best to go against when players began stealing bases. Professional Journalism. School officials shall ariana Sanchez played on the drums,” said a Bowen Bowen staff. Several staff, includ- not fire or otherwise discipline advisers for tytianna Temple There were also a few questionable student. content in student media that is determined and ing Mr. Sechrist, Ms. Flowers, Mrs. calls,” said Ms. Flowers. published by the student staff. elisa Torres Holloway, Ms. Fletcher, Mr. Vespa, Whatever the calls, the After the cadets monique Washington THE BOWEN ARROW will not avoid Mr. Paniagua, and more, teamed up students pulled it off and beat the made it to the end of the parade, publishing a story solely on the basis of possible rianna illliams dissent or controversy. b W to face the students on the filed. teachers with a final score of 9-8. rested their legs, and cooled off, The game began with Coach The teachers and students had fun some of the students got the chance THE BOWEN ARROW editorial board reserves the right to accept or reject any ad in accordance Cook as pitcher and the staff in the playing and with this victory, the to actually see a four-man gun with its advertising policy.The duly appointed lead. Mr. Vespa made a few good students will be ready as ever to de- salute where four navy men line up editor or co-editors shall interpret and enforce JROTC cadets march along State Street in dowtown Chicago’s Memorial Day this editorial policy. hits and brought in runners home. fend their title next year. on the side of each other and fire their rifles to salute the fallen. parade. The parade is considered one of the largest Memorial Day parades in the nation. Bowen Arrow Final Edition June 2014 --4-> --5-> BOWEN’S TOP TEN SENIORS SENIOR LUNCHEON

Valedictorian Salutatorian

Bowen’s Fancy Lunch

By Monique Washington

Bowen’s senior luncheon was held on Wednesday, May 21, at the beautiful Lakeshore Hotel in downtown Chicago. Everyone came dressed in their best clothes Erica Perez Yalilia Brito-Roman and some students even brought guests. 4.21 3.95 Mr. Robinson welcomed ev- eryone to the luncheon and then told us we could eat. We had greens, salad, meat loaf and more. For des- sert, there was chocolate cake, car- Look for these faces around the neighborhood as they represent characteristics that we value rot cake, German chocolate cake at BHS: persistence, strength, integrity, and success. Congratulations “dream catchers!” and more. He also told us that he raised the Finally, Mrs. Abdulla gave After lunch, Mrs. Holloway money given to students Darryl out dream catchers to Jasmine Ben- and Ms. Whitfield gave out awards Ward and Andre Starks. nett, Pedro Torres, Wade Campbell, and medals to the students that won Carlos Juarez, and Erica Perez, as awards like most helpful, journal- A Bowen alumnus from they were chosen to represent Bow- ist of the year, and most improved. the class of 1961 came and talked en by being pictured on banners These awards came from senior about his high school experience throughout the neighborhood. manuela sedano Alejandra Mercado Destiny Bickham Stefanie Bermea teachers like, Mr. Linn, Ms. Flow- and then gave the Bowen Alumni 3.92 3.89 3.82 3.75 ers, Mr. Paniagua and Mr. Grey. Scholarship Awards worth $1,000 After all that was done, the for four years to Jasmine Bennett, DJ played some music for us and Mr. Robinson came up and Corteris Parks, and Desire Rhodes. we danced the day away. Everyone gave awards to students that re- He also gave them a book about had a great time and made this a ceived scholarships and stated how Chicago and a nice letter. memorable event. much money they each received.

Lashonda smith Monique Washington Pedro Torres Nia Fredricks 3.71 3.62 3.61 3.58

Top Scholarship Awards BHS is officialy part of the million dollar scholarship club. Congratulations to those outstanding students who earned the Pictured most in scholarship money and proved that hard work really P i c t u r e d above, does pay off! above Mr. bowen R o b i n s o n alum announces presents b o w e n ’ s the alumni C/O 2014 best at scholarship RULES! the senior awards. l u n c h e o n held at the 1. Jasmine Bennet 5. Manuela Sedano lake shore Pictured 2. Deja Bell 6. Monique Washington c u lt u r a l left, 3. Krystal Avitia 7. Cory Wilson c e n t e r alfonso 4. Erika Perez 8. Desire Rhodes shows the ladies how C/O 2014 to move on Vetsua Pozzo brings her son as her guest RULES! to the senior luncheon and is awarded the dance Most Outstanding Artist for A.P. Art. floor Bowen Arrow Final Edition June 2014 --6-> --7-> 2014 SENIOR PROM A Night in Paris

The Royal Court: Prince Cory Wilson & Princess Alma Espino Prom King Pedro Torres & Prom Queen Belinda Green Duke Bryant Trussel & Dutchess Desire Rhodes

By Donisha Jackson for “A Night in Paris.” It was all that we expected and more. Prom was held on Friday, May 30, at the beautiful Meyer’s There was a mixture Castle in Dyer, Indiana. of music, and finger foods to Prom is a day that all se- choose from. Students were ex- niors look forward to attending. C/O 2014 RULES! cited to take they’re prom pic- Seniors spent more than enough tures. Overall, prom was great time preparing for this special and everyone, including the staff day. Everyone looked elegant who chaperoned, enjoyed them- and ready to get the party started selves. Bowen Arrow Final Edition June 2014 --8-> --9-> SENIOR SHOUT OUTS 2014 Class Notables

Desire Rhodes Brianna Williams Marlis Nazon Alphonso Ward College –Governors State Univer- College-Malcolm X Chicago State University College- Northeastern best smile Shout –out to my mom, friends, and sity Shout-out to me, myself, and most Shout outto my squad #BTA gang ariana, destiny, teacher’s thank you for all the fun Shout-out to Ms. Young and Ms. importantly, I. To all my friends, and to my wife Brittany Henry belinda, & wade and support for the last four years. Wynn for always being there for me my family, and the good teachers I love y’all! I did it for y’all and when I need someone to talk to. in this school like Ms. Flowers and myself 2014 I made it!!! Mr. Raya and everybody who hates Miranda Martin most talkative me and loves me. College- Olive Harvey best eyes Marshayla Terry mekhayah & danzail College-Northern Illinois Univer- Shout out to all the friends I made desire & carlos during high school. Donisha Jackson sity Shout –out to my to best friends Zi- Vestsua Pozo College- Heartland Community College-St. Agustin College College erra and Doneisha for always mak- Doneisha Williams ing me laugh and being there when Shout-out –to my friends, Alejan- College-NIC Shout-out-to all my friends who dra Mercado and Alma Espino for cutest couple made it and who are attending col- I need them, love y’all! Shout-out to my baby’s Marshayla being the best friends ever!!! I love and Zierria- can’t wait till y’all at andre & belinda lege- I’m gonna miss you guys so you girls. much. p.s. twerk and be happy-love college! Donisha Krystal Avitia shortest / tallest College-Chicago State University Yalila Roman- Brito Belinda Green erica elijah Shout-out to myself for getting my- College-Robert Morris University & Alma Espino College-Eastern Illinois University most likely to be late to graduation self this far College-NIC Shout –out to Asianna and Alphoso- felicia & lesly Shout –out-to Angie for graduating college bound woot woot! Saturday!! Destiny Bickham Danzail Johnson College-Northwestern College-Miles College Shout-out to Jermain for being my most attractive Tytianna Temple Monique Washington best-friend College-UIC College- University of Nevada amina & wade Shout-out to Belinda and Amina. Shout-out to my best friend for Pedro Torres College bound!! I love y’all chicas Wade Campbell three years, I’m gonna miss you so College-Western Illinois University College-Paul Quinn much and no matter what happens, Shout-out to my momma and Rob- you’ll always be my best friend. Shelby Anthony inson for getting me into college C/O 2014 College-Navy Seal best dressed most full-ride paid for I don’t got to pay Jermain Johnson RULES! Shout-out-to Pedro Torres for get- kenesha & Andre energetic for anything! College-Fox Vally ting accepted into Western Univer- Asianna Swanigan Shout-out to Danzail and my wrest- donald & asianna sity. College- Miles College ing team and to my best friend Elisa. Shout-out to Mr. Robinson for be- Adrenne Knox ing a savage. Brandyn Peacock College-Fisk University Clydele Wesley Congratulations class of 2014! Shout-out to Destiny Shout-out to my friend who attends U.S. Army Shout out to all my awesome Bickham aka my bae for getting ac- that college. He is one of my big- Shout out to Desi I wish journalism students. Best of luck to cepted to Northeastern, Jackson and gest inspirations. you all the luck in life. class comedians Philander Smith College. I love you all of you! danzail & belinda bae. Love Ms. Flowers

C/O 2014 RULES! 2014 Class Notables biggest flirts alejandro, pedro, & most artistic ariana, vetsua, & raul orever F riends F Most Likely to Succeed Most Likely to Succeed

ost ikely to ucceed est M L S jasmine bennet erica perez B alfonso ward corteris parks alfonso & asianna krystal, erica, & manuela danzail & jermain Bowen Arrow Final Edition June 2014 --10-> --11-> It’s Only My Opinion Bowen Life By Marcus Eades

What are your plans for “For the summer, I’m having fun summer vacationl? in the sun and going out of town After all that hard studying, you to Tennesse and Atlanta.”- Victoria deserve a break.a smile. Have a Coke and “My plans for the summer are to Lloyd, freshman Parks runs his last race Home run for Larry celebrate 5 years of my web show, By Brianna Williams By Elie Muller and staff writers to go fishing with my dad, and to “I’m going to Mexico one week just have fun.” -Elie Muller, junior after school is out and have no return date. I’m guessing I’ll only But that’s a “This summer I plan on going to be gone for six weeks.” -Stephanie Pepsi !?! great athlete and a strong leader.” “Being the MVP makes me Myrtle Beach.” -Unique Franklin, Torres, sophomore Corteris joined the track feel motivated to do better and work freshman team because he wanted to try even harder, said Jamon Larry, the “My plans are to work as a teacher’s something new. It has also helped baseball team’s MVP. “I’m gonna be making money, assistant at High Jump Program and him with other sports like baseball “It feels good to be recog- writing books, and publishing to go to softball camp, too.” -Bria & football. nized. We have a great team.” cartoons and movies! Because Randle, sophomore. Corteris ran track in 7th Jamon is just finishing his I’M COOL LIKE THAT!” -Elezha & 8th grade, and he played other junior year and boasts an amaz- Hudson, sophomore “I am going to be going to Six Flags sports as a freshman & sophomore. ing record: Batting AVG .528, and playing volleyball.” -Victor “My plans for the summer are to go He has been running on the track singles-2, doubles-6, triples-1, Fuentes, sophomore track team for two years. homeruns-2, RBIs- 10, runs scored- visit my nephew in Oregon and go I’m honored to be recog- 11. to JROTC boot camp.” - D’Angela “My plans are to have the perfect Loggin, freshman nized. My success comes from hard Coach Nelson says that Jamon’s advice for the fu- birthday, hang at the beach with work and dedication,” said Parks. Jamon is a great player. “Jamon is friends, and have fun with the Congratulations go out to ture and being successful is, “Pay “My birthday falls in the summer- By Camryn Miguest As a senior, Corteris led the focused, always comes to practice family.” -Jasmine Rodriguez, Corteris Parks who was awarded attention and come to practice ev- my sister, brother, and mom will C/O 2014 team and served as an awesome and is a dedicated player.” take a boat ride to view the lake sophomore Most Valuable Player for the boys’ ery day. Eat a healthy meal before captain. Returning next year as a se- and afterwards I want to go to RULES! track team this year. your game and if you need to be “I plan to get a summer job at Good luck Corteris as you nior, Jamon will be ready to lead the Olive Garden.” -Camryn Miguest, “He’s very competitive,” trained, HML#.” Walmart.” - Tatyanna Warren, go off to college! team to victory. freshman said his coach Mr. Kelleher, “a freshmen C/O 2014 Service learning in ACTION RULES! JUNE HOROSCOPES By Elezha Hudson Created by Marcus Eades adapted by horoscopedaily.com On Thursday, May 29, Cornelius Kates, Honors Summer Word Search Ms. Flowers’ Honors Englsh class English student stated, “It was walked to the Juan Diego Commu- really organized, and I’m glad I ARIES: You’re going to be able AQUARIUS: Sometimes people helped.” nity Center with a recyclying bin to attract even more admirers might scold you for being less “We made it neat, we organized, Q D V A C A T I O N Q D G S R S F T D N full of food donated by students and around you! You’ll surely get first than tactful in relationships. How- and it was really enjoyable,” said E E K S R N X C Z S I O I H P M W J O Z staff of BHS. Together we reached prize in any contest of words. If ever, this month’s planetary ener- Vicson Perez. our goal of over 300 food items to you’ve been thinking about writing gies are going to help you be more B B T C U G G M D P A D N V O A U Y R M After helping at the center, the give to those in need. a love letter or a profile for a dat- sensitive. class walked to Cocula Restaurant J E X A Z M F S L L S R O I N E S N M I As part of a classroom ing website, do so now! to enjoy a meal together. R D L K N W M O S A O V I P A R L Y S G service learning project, students LEO: Certain matters must be re- Those who participated earned learned about their civic resposi- PISCES: You have an unusual gift solved before you can make any R D U I Z U M E M G G R T Z M D F A P Y a total of ten service learning hours bilities as Americans, and decided for making a situation seem less real progress. The month ahead which will go toward the required A E J L E A T B R O A G I G E U L L Q K to give back to their community by dramatic. You are the one who reas- may give you an opportunity to 40 hours needed for graduation. J N E D L V L R X Q R U B M Y U H W A A holding a food drive and voulnteer- sures people, and the one who can settle these issues once and for all. ing at the center. The students really enjoyed sum up the situation objectively B U S R L D E X O A S P M X F U F O O P Not only did we help with the trip and felt that they helped a without panicking or exaggerating. VIRGO: The ups and downs of your R S N V A I A Y D F E T A R W V X Y K U the food pantry, but we also helped part of society. relationships puzzle you in particu- G D B K A C H U R O W H E M C L D C W O clean and organize the center. TAURUS: You certainly don’t lar. A certain lack of commitment Students from Ms. Flowers’ Honors English class stock the food U R Y I S L A A A D R E B Z I L K O B Y pantry at Juan Diego Community Center on Commercial Ave. lack imagination. Don’t hesitate from other people will stir doubt, to share your talents with others. and you’ll begin to wonder if you’re V R S D B T M A M N H A R C T F S T O X A writer’s group would be a great truly appreciated and understood. J O T S I E F T E C O M R O S M Q W M L way for you to come out of hiding Announcements LIBRA: Be careful not to lose W X N O R D P O J L K A E L N H Q X V V GEMINI: Say what’s on your your temper this month, or you can N Y N U X B T W T E S G Y L U Q G T H N mind. This will help you formulate surely expect some confrontations. V T T S E P O H L Z S H J E W J Q P Q E Sign up now for Summer Youth If you have breaking news, your ideas in a way that won’t shock If you’re advised to be more conser- Sports Camp for grades 5-12; announcements, or would like to people, and, in fact, might even vative, heed the suggestions. D U L G C P V F G B W A D G S I Q S D U M-Th; 1-5pm @ BHS- see Coach have your writing published in the sway them to your point of view. F G B S G R A D E S K N B E J S W K N X Wilson for details. Bowen Arrow, stop by room 402, or SCORPIO: Use this pause to reflect T P I R C S N A R T W Z E A K F P T J X e-mail [email protected]. CANCER: Take a close look at on your motivations. You’re current- BHS AVENTA credit recovery be- yourself in order to readjust your ly settling questions that concern the gins June 23. See your councelor image. The alignment of the plan- fate of another person. Perhaps you for more details. *Special thanks to Mrs. Abdullah ets will help you see clearly that should be spending an equal amount for supporting the publication of your body is the exact mirror of of time considering your own fate. Get a job! Green Corps. student the Bowen Arrow. who you are at the moment AMBITION DIPLOMA GOALS SENIORS summer employment begins June SAGITARIUS: The skies ahead BELIEVE DORMS GRADES SUMMER *Special thanks to David Vance, 30. See Mr. Robinson for details. CAPRICORN: Throughout the are sunny and clear! You can ex- CHEERFUL DREAMS GRADUATION SUN LSC member, for several profes- days to come, you can expect to pect an invitation to take a little Freshmen Connection July 7- 11. sional photographs. be somewhat withdrawn. You need trip or an offer to belong to a spe- CAREER FORTUNATE HOPES TRANSCRIPT more harmony and gentleness in cial group. Don’t pass up any op- COLLEGE FUTURE PROM VACATION July 14th begins alumni/ student *Special thanks to Clay Chinnery your love life, and you’re likely portunities to have fun. You can of PIZAZZ Photos. by Ari summer employment to obtain that soon. Be patient! benefit from a diversion right now! Created by Marcus Eades at DiscoveryEducation.com --12-> Bowen Arrow Final Edition June 2014 Boilermaker Sports Final C/O 2014 Strike Three! You’re Out! RULES!

coach nelson makes a final call.

Senior alfonso with his father plays his last game for Bowen. Boys Baseball Team

by corteris parks Ricky Brown Let’s give a job well done to team was there and never gave Christian Frazier Pedro torres winds a successful, hard played baseball up when things looked bleak. up for the pitch season that is finally over. The Robert Hawkins baseball team fought all season All the stats are in and all players put in work with some facing adversity, controversy, and Pedro Torres Although they will lose immense performances. Robert many tough challenges that held them some valuable teammates and Hawkins leads the team in batting back. But they never stop fighting. Bradley Heard leaders to graduation, Bowen’s averages with .560, Ricky Brown baseball team has a bright future Although many of the games leads the team in stolen bases with Jamon Larry ahead of them with some of the were canceled due to the weather 41, and Jamon Larry leads the young and upcoming talent they conditions, the baseball team still team in home runs with 3. Seniors Corteris Parks have on the roster. When Coach finished the season with a great Pedro Torres, Ricky Brown, Nelson was asked about his seniors record of 8-5. They finished 3rd in Cory Wilson, Corteris Parks, and John Rodgers leaving and replacing them, he the conference and have a bright Alfonso Gutierrez played their replied “I’m going to miss all those future ahead of them. The city and final games as high school baseball Christian Segura bums, but I like what we have here state playoffs did not go so well as players and it was an emotional with Robert and John. Christian and Bowen lost to Agricultural Science atmosphere on the bus while Coach Cory Wilson Jamon will be my next seniors and and Momence high schools. Well- Nelson made his speech about Eduardo Ortiz leaders of the team and I am hoping deserved congratulations should what these players meant to him they will step up to the challenge.” be given though, as the whole Softball Conference Champions Keeping Track of Running BY Corteris Parks

The track season has been Corteris had his moments a short, but hardworking season while running back to back races overall. There were newcomers and coming in 2nd in the 800m run and busy veterans that really stepped placing 4th in the 1600m. It was a up. The track team, coached by Mr. tough, tiring season because they Kelleher and led by Corteris Parks, barely got any practice in with went into meets this season ready everyone playing different sports. to challenge many other schools. Bowen ran at Eckersall Stadium against Orr Academy, and at CVCS. They may have been short- handed a few times but they always This is Captain Corteris put in hard work and effort to try to Parks’ last year running track and win. There were a total of 5 track he wanted to go out with a blast. meets run this season and there He will be nominated for Most was pretty much the same circle Valuable Player and has officially of people that always showed up run his last meet. stefanie bermea slams the ball at the staff vs students game. ready to run and prove themselves and their athleticism. Track Team The girls’ softball team had a Star Stats Corteris, Dell, Kelly, Corteris Parks great season. Bowen held the record Alexis Garcia Batting AVG: 395 Alex Caldwell of first place in their division. Donald, and Alex always showed RBI: 19 Home Runs: 2 Dale Hensley “I was very proud of all the Stefanie Bermea Batting AVG: up ready to run. They had the same girls,” said Coach Cook. 300 RBI: 15 Doubles: 5 mindset every time they stepped Donald Lightfoot Shakyra Lee Batting AVG: 350 on the field. The competition was Kendall Gibbs These conference champs RBI: 20 Stolen bases: 30 stunning, but they never feared Marquill Smith held a season record of 10-1 anything. Their confidence helped Lakeila Cooper Malik Warren Pitcher: 9 wins/ 1 loss them finish at least 2nd or 3rd every Way to go Lady Boilermakers!!!. time they ran the 4x100 and 4x200. Kelly Griffin Cory Wilson