May 2017 Volume 17 Magic of the Casino Issue 5 Royale! By Madeline Blinderman

On Saturday, April 29, the Member annual Harvey School Benefit took of the planning place. Located in The Fenstermacher committee Stepha- Athletic Center, the event had more than nie King stated, “It 300 guests and raised approximately was such a pleasure $300,000. Believe it or not, the registra- working with this tion goal was met a week before the year’s incred- event even occurred. ibly dedicated and creative Parent There is a lot of planning that Association Benefit goes into this benefit. The planning Committee. It was committee started working in December a true collabora- for a night that would happen in April. tion between our The first step is always figuring out the PA benefit team The transformation of the Fenstermacher Athletic Center for the theme. This year’s theme was “Casino and the staff and faculty Casino Royale benefit. Photo courtesy of Adam Blinderman. Royale, License to Thrill,” a play on the to bring this vision and James Bond movie titles. design to life, creating an During the benefit, there were environment where we can celebrate the many options for what to do. There Featured There are many actions that the achievements of the Harvey commu- were gaming tables such as roulette, marketing committee took that helped nity.” blackjack and poker. In addition, the in this issue: everyone become excited. First, there is dance floor was a great way to get the a lot of brainstorming that goes into it The silent auction was a huge guests socializing and having a good before anything starts. The committee part of the event. Some items up for time. There was even a photo booth, members sent out several emails and a auction included a weekend at the which is always a fun touch! l Current Events link to the silent auction. After people Major-League Baseball All-Star Game saw what they could bid on, the antici- in Miami, Florida, a trip to Africa, and The Pulse spoke to Director pation raised. In addition, there were two tickets to “Hamilton.” There was of College Counseling Ms. Christine l News from many signs posted around the Harvey even an option to have Mr. Lazzaro Cahill, who attended the benefit. Ms. The Harv campus and up the driveway when you and Ms. Christie cook for you in your Cahill said, “The planning committee first pull into Harvey. home. Generous donors of The Harvey l Reviews School gave all of these items. Magic of the Casino Royale: cont. on page 5. A Very Handy Club By Julia Mallon The Harvey Mr. Lauria continued, School offers a variety of “My fiancée is a sign lan- language courses that allow guage interpreter, so I often students to be able to com- interact with her deaf friends municate with people of and co-workers. I also enjoy foreign countries, but what volunteering at deaf events about a specific group of every year at deaf schools.” people in the United States? With an advisor that has real Most people forget about experience with the deaf the communication gap community, the students are between people who can all eager and enthusiastic to speak and hear and people learn. who have hearing and voice disabilities. Juniors D’Avanzo was one Katharine D’Avanzo, Anna of the students who was Buchmueller, and many determined to get this club other students wish to close started. She told The Pulse, this gap and bring the chal- “One thing that made me lenge of learning American interested in sign language Sign Language (ASL) to Mr. Lauria, the club advisor, along with Isabella Iannone and Katharine was that I saw a show where The Harvey School. D’Avanzo, two current members of the ASL Club, signing ‘ASL’. the people were talking in Photo courtesy of Julia Mallon . sign language, and since then, According to the I’ve wanted to learn.” National Institute on Deafness and Other none, and others created the ASL Club in Communication Disorders (NIDCD), time for the spring term. The ASL Club Once a week in the Study Hall, “ASL is a complete, complex language already has 10 students since it started, D’Avanzo and other students have an op- that employs signs made by moving the and it is continuing to pick up interest portunity to learn a new language outside hands combined with facial expressions each week. of the classroom atmosphere. Mr. Lauria and postures of the body.” The NIDCD told The Pulse, “At the beginning of the also states, “It is the primary language of Spanish teacher Michael club meeting, we enjoy some food while many North Americans who are deaf.” Lauria accepted the advisory role and watching videos about some aspect of The Harvey School was thrilled when he saw the continued Deaf and Hard of Hearing Culture.” On 260 Jay Street After talking and compromising interest in sign language. Mr. Lauria told Thursday, March 30, the club watched a with Dean of Students Ms. Normandeau, The Pulse, “I have been signing for five video on how sign language interpreters Katonah, NY 10536 years now, and during the last two years, translate music. D’Avanzo, Buchmueller, Isabella Ian- I have been in formal ASL classes.” A Very Handy Club: cont. on page 3. Page 2 OP/ED Where Has the Truth Gone? Let’s all say it together: we are living in a post-truth America. It is no great secret that the American experience has been completely disoriented in the face of changing global relations and new political ideologies. Along the way, some things were lost. We lost direction. We lost security in our national identity. Perhaps most importantly, we lost the truth. The There have been many catch-all theories as to why Americans have become skeptical— and frankly scared— of the traditional understanding of the idea of “truth.” Some blame unfair media bias, and others blame the identity-politics- Pulse Staff driven perspectives of traditionally revered news sources. While these concerns are valid, a simpler explanation may be better: it seems that almost every American agrees that there is a potent and unparalleled division between political parties. These groups are created and maintained in the name of bias. Think about it; all of a political party’s policies are Editor-in-Chief essentially commonly shared opinions. Naturally, these groups will clash with one another. The problem is that in the past few years, these clashes have become uglier, creating a division between citizens and destabilizing the idea of one objective Madeline Blinderman truth. One of the most memorable of these clashes was the “birther” conspiracy. This faux-scandal was basically a right- wing reaction to the election of Barack Obama. Washington conservatives spread propaganda and accused the president of Kevin Dorf illegally occupying the office of President based on the false claim that he was not born on U.S. soil. Even after President Obama produced his U.S. birth certificate in 2008, many vocal opponents of Obama— namely PresidentTrump, according Dajour Fisher to The New York Times— still accused his presidency of being illegitimate on the basis of birth location. Zachary Gault A similar series of clashes can be observed in the past few months. President Trump has tried to dodge all criticism Jake Lewis of his campaign, character, and presidency by decrying several generally respected— albeit left-leaning— news sources as “fake news.” For example, on Feb. 17, the President tweeted, “The FAKE NEWS media (failing @nytimes, @NBCNews, Tali Looney @ABC, @CBS, @CNN) is not my enemy, it is the enemy of the American People!” Julia Mallon What’s more, the White House staff has gone on record and defended his false claims insinuating his inauguration Ashley Mckenzie was the most attended inauguration in history by claiming that his statements were based on “alternative facts,” according to The Washington Post. Matthew Mutkoski As Americans, this seemingly-endless stream of untruths has prompted us to ask ourselves: What do we do when Jake Rogers our President lies? Whom do we believe? Where has the truth gone? There are no easy answers to these questions. In times Samuel Shapiro like these, it is crucial to examine the situation through a historical lens. Michael Spadafora In the years preceding 1974, President Richard Nixon repeatedly went on record and claimed that he was com- pletely innocent of any involvement regarding the Watergate Scandal. Throughout the whole ordeal, two Washington Post Sara Steinberg journalists, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, captured the nation’s attention in their search for the truth behind the scan- dal. Eventually, they prompted the Senate to begin an investigation into the matter, which forced Nixon to resign to avoid impeachment. Throughout this ordeal, the American public trusted the media far more than they did the federal government. The same goes for President Reagan’s involvement in the Iran-Contra Affair. Behind closed doors, the White House arranged for arms to be sold to Iran in order to fund the Nicaraguan Contra soldiers— a staunch violation of arms Faculty Advisors embargoes and government ethics. Throughout the scandal’s lifetime, Reagan claimed that he was not involved in any il- legal dealings, although news outlets such as The New York Times had discovered Reagan’s ties to the scandal. Eventually, Lesley Boltz media investigations prompted him to admit his involvement in the affair. Once more, the American public trusted the media and doubted the government. Virginia Holmes Today, such a dynamic is impossible. While not every biased news source is inherently “fake news,” it is easy to see that in this day and age, publications are more than happy to appeal to their readers’ identity politics. Bias rules have completely changed, both in favor and against the standing president. With so little trust in media, how could we ever return to the stability of yesteryear? I believe a return to normalcy is the best possible scenario: less national division, a renewed faith in legiti- mate journalism, and an honest White House. I will also concede that right now, this seems to be a pipe dream. Instead, I ask this of our readers: Do not be afraid to fact check absolutely everything you hear. Continue your skepticism, but do so in a healthy and conscious way. Do not question things because they do not line up with your views— question them because you need to verify their legitimacy. It will not be easy, and your methods will not be perfect. As long as we all try to discover the objective truth— and genuinely want to believe in what is true— we will be on a far better path and one step closer toward a bet- ter tomorrow. Sincerely, Jake Lewis Spring 2017 Pulse Staff Current Events Page 3 Can United Airlines Be Trusted? By Tali Looney

In the time span of two to everyone who was on that flight or their seats, but the third weeks, United Airlines managed related to the man involved. It stated, member was dragged to drop its stock significantly and “We apologize for the overbook situ- out of his seat and make itself hated by many. What ation. Further details on the removed through the hallway of has happened is inhumane as well as customer should be directed to the plane. nerve-racking. When a doctor named authorities.” David Dao was dragged off a plane, During this the controversy began. USA Today After this tweet, many peo- time, many people states that, “Video of the incident, ple responded with backlash tweets. were videotaping the posted online by Audra D. Bridges A woman named @Emma responded incident. This man is at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, shows the man by stating, “@united @EPCoan Did reportedly a doctor screaming as he is dragged off the you also apologize to the man you who was on the flight plane by what appears to be security beat before or after he was knocked to head back to his job personnel.” out and dragged off the plane?” and help his patients. While he was being Police officers at incident where Dr. David Dao was This video shows a woman Also, stocks of the airline thrown from his seat dragged off flight. Photo courtesy of Google Images. screaming, “‘Please, my God what dropped by $1.4 million, which and dragged through are you doing... No this is wrong,’ means that the company lost about the aisle, you can hear she says. ‘Please look at what you 6.4 percent of its shares, according to him yelling, “I have to go home, I cording to USA Today, “suffered did to him.’ Other passengers shared Fortune Finance. have to go home.” What has hap- a concussion, broken nose and their videos of the incident and said pened on this flight really shows that damaged sinuses and lost two front the man’s face was bleeding after his Many people know that passengers don’t have much of a teeth.” head hit the seat.” sometimes flights are overbooked, choice of what we do. which means that some people have This case is still being dealt People were angry about the to give up their seats. This airline On April 13, USA To- with, and it will be a long run, and whole incident with many tweets go- was three seats overbooked, which day was able to update many with many are looking to see what will ing around. After the incident, United means that three people have to give information about the cause of being happen. Airlines sent out a tweet apologizing up their seat.s Two people gave up dragged off the plane. Dr. Dao, ac-

Everything Is Not What It Seems A Very Handy Club: cont. from cover. By Sara Steinberg Mr. Lauria continued, “Following that, we practice signing a specific topic us- On April 12, Cos- Huffington Post and the Chicago On these posts, she ing no voices.” Mr. Lauria will do a move- mopolitan magazine posted Tribune. states how she went through ment which looks like the turning of a switch an image on Twitter with the this program and learned how in front of the throat to sign that there will be caption, “How This Woman Cosmopolitan has to “love her body.” Harbinson no more talking–“voice off.” The club does Lost 44 Pounds Without *ANY* received an enormous amount does not say that she has cancer this part for a challenge, but also as a sign of Exercise…” Her name is Simone of backlash. For example, film in these posts either. Cosmo- respect for the deaf community. Harbinson, a 31-year-old mother director Matthew A. Cherry politan’s online article is the only from Melbourne, Australia. The tweeted, “Cancer is not a diet source of true information, which So far, the club membes have mem- controversy lies in the fact that, plan. Delete this.” Also, col- raises a few questions. orized the alphabet, including how to spell as it turns out, the cause of her umnist Andi Zeisler tweeted, “ their names. They have learned basic intro- weight loss was cancer. ‘What’s my weight-loss secret? Why did Cosmopolitan ductions like “My name is” and a few simple CANCER.’” This story has en- write an article stating that Har- words like “yes,” “no,” “question,” how to There is a link to her raged a variety of people. bonson had cancer but not state applaud and more. They have also learned Instagram post describing how this point in its tweet? Was the that sign language isn’t just about moving she lost weight all through nutri- Sophomore Giselle Gar- tweet vague to intrigue readers your hands, but changing your posture and tion. She stated that she is unable cia stated, “Cancer is one of the into clicking the article for more facial expressions throughout conversation. to do any exercise due to chronic deadliest diseases in the world, views? back pain and surgery. and to promote this disease The club is filled with a variety of because it allegedly was a cause Media ethics also comes students, some with no background in sign It all started in August for weight loss is nothing but into play with the situation. The language and some that have previously 2014 when she was diagnosed ridiculous and highly offensive to use of the words “Any Exercise” signed. There are some students who want to with a severe kidney infection. the people who lose their lives to is completely misleading to the learn sign language because they have deaf Doctors removed her appendix this disease every year.” public. This tweet gave readers friends or family. On the other hand, there due to plaque buildup. false hope. are students who want to learn because sign Additionally, senior language is fascinating to them and is some- According to Cosmo- Sage Myers said, “Cosmopoli- According to The Bos- thing that will help them stand out. politan’s website, “Two weeks tan has taken advantage of this ton Globe, “...many accused the later... [Harbinson’s] doctor woman’s story and romanticized magazine of promoting a ‘thin D’Avanzo told The Pulse, “I want called and told her that further her illness by making the focus at any cost’ culture by framing to learn until I can speak it perfectly. It would testing on the organ revealed of her story how much weight cancer as a weight-loss device.” be cool to see if other fluent people could un- that she’d tested positive for she’s lost.” With current issues regarding derstand my signing.” Similarly, Buchmuel- malignant carcinoid tumor of the body image, especially with ler told The Pulse, “I would love to continue appendix - a rare form of cancer The initial tweet did not women, one can only imagine learning sign language after this club! I hope that had spread before her ap- say anything about cancer. How- how this affects society’s quest to get to the point of fluency where I can pendix had been removed.” If the ever, Cosmopolitan published an for a “perfect body.” have in-depth conversations.” doctors did not do extra testing, article on its website two days she would not have known about later clearly stating how Harbin- Why did Cosmopolitan As for the club’s future, Mr. Lauria her cancer. son found out she had cancer. lie in the first place? The world told The Pulse, “I would love for the club to may never know. This story in go to a local deaf event to mingle and get to In an effort to protect its Harbinson often adver- particular has garnered extreme know the local deaf community.” The ASL image, Cosmopolitan magazine tises a dieting program from a fit- amounts of “hate” due to the Club hopes to have a positive impact on the deleted the tweet, but not quickly ness website named “The Bod on sensitivity regarding cancer and Deaf Community and find ways to involve enough. Numerous people took Instagram.” The brand’s website lack of truth. This tweet has left the whole school. screenshots of the tweet, which claims to be a “Next level fitness everyone in shock. has been featured on the websites and nutrition program for men of The Washington Post, The and women.” Page 4 News from The Harv The Final Stretch for Poetry at Harvey Beyond Seniors the Poetry Contest By Ashley Mckenzie By Dajour Fisher With a few weeks left of great time to do something I’ve been high school for the seniors at The wanting to do.” This double intern- Harvey School, anxiety and excite- ship explores her interests. ment fills the corridors. For some of the seniors, this time is spent away Cai was a student reporter on senior project or at school enjoy- in China, and through this experience ing the end of their last year. A few she found her love for writing. She of the seniors have chosen to spend enjoys the interaction between the the remaining time of the year out of reporter and the audience. Because school interning at various places. of this passion, she is working at a Meanwhile, others are cherishing the broadcasting station. Also, her father time they have left at Harvey. influenced Cai to intern at a law firm. By interning at a law firm, she has Senior Claudia Ziser is one found a love for debating. These in- of the few people to go on Senior ternships are allowing Cai to mature Project. She chose to assist Hoagy in many ways. She stated, “These Bix Carmichael, the son of a jazz internships widened the range of my musician, in creating a tribute show intended college majors, and now for his father in New York City. Ziser I’m more open to other studies in stated, “I decided to go on senior college.” project because I wanted a real-world experience before going to college. Other seniors that are stick- ing it out in school for the remainder Mr. Seymour, Giselle Garcia and Coraline Chu at The Katonah Village Along with this opportunity, I wanted Library for the Favorite Poem Community Reading. to get out of my comfort zone instead of the year have different thoughts on Photo courtesy of Ms. Lindquist. of sitting in a classroom all day. It graduation and leaving Harvey. would be an amazing experience do- The Harvey School is Not only does it allow one ing something that interests me.” When asked about his feel- home to many different courses, to think critically and creatively, ings about being a senior at Harvey, from robotics to the 3-D printing but it also is not as much pressure Due to her love of musical John Wise reported, “I’m excited class. One course that students may as a normal academic class, which theatre, Ziser is majoring in BFA the- and sad, because I won’t be able to not be familiar with is the Sonnet gives the students space and time. atre and performance next year. This see my classmates again. Despite to Slam Poetry Workshop taught by Waldstein-McCabe also said, “It’s internship is beneficial to Claudia in this, I will be attending New York Ms. Lindquist. The course covers a nice break from all the academic her future craft. She stated, “I work University. It will allow me to have different parts of poetry, such as classes and analytic thinking. onstage. Along with this, I want to a fresh start, and being in New York learning to understand the mes- Also, listening to other people’s know and learn what goes on behind will be nice. One thing that I’ll miss sages behind the lines and learning poems can be eye-opening… So about Harvey is its small campus and how to write poems. Poetry can many people feel that they don’t stage and how a performance is put be rap or even spoken word. With understand poetry, and that it’s so together.” classrooms.” poetry, there is no set list of rules. complicated. I’m hoping through this class to expose poetry in a way Another student on Senior Another senior, Peter Yet, the class does study that draws people in and makes Project is Sam Shapiro. His project Lombardo, stated, “Senioritis has different forms of poems, such as them excited.” is an internship at Diana Gould Ltd., kicked in tremendously, and I’m tired sestinas, haikus, sonnets and many a decor company. This company spe- emotionally and physically. I look more. Aside from this poetry cializes in decorating for weddings, forward to the many senior events elective, Harvey students also took bat mitzvahs and many more events. that will take place. I’ll definitely Ms. Lindquist works with part in an event on Sunday, April Shapiro assists with setting up parties miss rugby and my team, especially students to gather and collect the 23, at the Katonah Village Library. and events. Shapiro told The Pulse, my friends.” knowledge to develop as a poet, This event, the 50th Anniversary of “I chose to go on Senior Project to and she gives you the skills to the Katonah Poetry Series, entailed an intern at a decor company to grow Rafael Tapia is another se- improve. the “favorite poem project com- as an individual. All of the require- nior excited for graduation. Tapia has munity meeting.” From 1 p.m. to 3 ments needed for me to graduate attended Harvey for five years. When Sophomore Luisa p.m., approximately 30 people read are complete, so I figured, why not asked about his feelings about the Waldstein-McCabe and senior poems. Two readers were sopho- participate in this opportunity? It upcoming graduation, Tapia stated, Dajour Fisher are the only two mores Coraline Chu and Giselle would be a great experience working “I’m excited to move on to the next students taking part in the poetry Garcia, who both recited poems outside the classroom.” milestone in my life. Graduation is class this year. Numbers are small, from memory. Ms. Lindquist and going to be a fun day, and I’ll finally but the hearts are big. The Pulse Mr. Seymour were in the audi- be able to receive my diploma.” interviewed Waldstein-McCabe, ence that day to offer their support. Musa Ibrahim is another who said, “Poetry class is a space Many events like this one are held participant in a Senior Project. He to share what I’m thinking in a at the Katonah Village Library, and works at The Munificent Asset Man- This school year is flying creative way... where it can be there is strong encouragement for agement hedge fund. Ibrahim intends by quickly, and the final stretch is interpreted differently and get new students to take part in these activi- on majoring in finance next year. indeed almost here for the class of perspectives.” ties. However, through this internship, he 2017. is finding out the hard work and time If you are interested in dedicated to this field of work. When becoming more creative and open asked about his reason to take part in minded with your writing, and you this project, Ibrahim stated, “I need are willing to put forth the effort to strengthen your poetry read- a break from school and wanted a ing skills, consider taking Ms. chance to better understand the field Lindquist’s poetry elective next of finance.” year. Also, check out the Katonah Poetry Series website for more Janice Cai is another student information about local events who participated in Senior Project. throughout the year. Remember, Cai is working for a law firm and poetry at The Harvey School goes Jiangsu News Broadcasting Station. beyond the annual recitation con- Cai stated, “I decided to go on Senior test. Project because I found both intern- ships a long time ago but never had time to do all of them during summer break. Now that the college applica- tion process is over and we are close to graduation, I figured it would be a Janice Cai in the act of interviewing for Jiangsu News Broadcasting Station. Photo Courtesy Zuming Zhang. News from The Harv Page 5 Harvey Catches Lightning in a Bottle with Student Run “Lightning Lessons” By Zachary Gault

Every year, the administra- asked about presenting to a larger tion at The Harvey School continues audience (this lesson was also her to improve the student body experi- final project for Senior Bridge), Best ence both in and out of the class- replied, “For my Senior Bridge class, room. In succeeding Headmaster Mr. they all saw my progress, but for this Barry Fenstermacher, Mr. William new audience, there were fresh eyes, Knauer, decided to make some new and I was surprised that there were changes of his own, replacing the a lot of male students who related original headmaster’s morning meet- to basketball, as it was tied into the ings with community meetings. This cinematography aspect of the lesson period has provided extra time for as well.” grade-wide discussions on common societal issues as well as student Fellow senior Jake Lewis and faculty driven lessons labeled put together a presentation on “Lightning Lessons.” “Sincerity in Literature,” held within Harvey’s Lasdon Theater. Allow- Earlier in the academic ing a brief synopsis of the lesson, year, members of Harvey’s faculty, he stated, “We talked about the idea such as Head of Upper School Mr. of ‘sincerity’ by discussing literary Philip Lazzaro and English teacher trends such as sarcasm, irony and Senior Cayla Smith, junior Chloe Savitch, and sophomore Isabel Daniele teach their Ms. Virginia Holmes, taught les- cynicism. As the conversation went fellow peers a dance number. Photo courtesy of Zachary Gault. sons of their own on topics such as on, we spoke about how sincerity the card game Euchre and the art of translates into purpose and genuine Other presentations includ- culture.” When asked if she had any telling ghost stories. Other lightning expression, and we explored how we ed senior Cayla Smith, junior Chloe ideas for a future Lightning Lesson, lessons included math teachers Mr. can use ideas to lead more meaning- Savitch and sophomore Isabel Dan- Ms. Visintainer excitedly responded, Rubenfeld, Mr. Kelly, history teacher ful lives.” iele’s ballet and jazz dance sample “Ms. Mahony and I had one planned, Dr. Gignesi and science teacher Ms. class, sophomores Katie Ketner and thinking of a ‘flash one act,’ where Zeffer. Elaborating on the benefits Sara Hoffman’s lesson on the “Power parts are given out, and if you sign of the Lightning Lesson, Lewis of Color,” and finally, senior William up and show up, you perform. I was Months later, on Monday, stated, “Personally, I always love to Shaffer’s tutorial on the game of inspired by watching the One Act April 10, these Lightning Lessons have conversations with my peers chess. readings and I asked myself, how do commenced once again, as a number about subjects that are bigger than you make a play feel fresh in such a of students from multiple grades us. When I was offered the chance When asked about how short amount of time?” gave their own independent lessons to teach my fellow students about a Lightning Lessons were conceived, to their fellow peers based on sub- subject I care about so deeply, I felt Assistant Head of Upper School Hours after the Lightning jects their passion gravitated toward. incredibly lucky for the opportunity Ms. Visintainer said, “Mr. Knauer Lessons concluded, Mr. Knauer Whether the subject were related to to share my passions with them.” became the head of our school and wrote an email to congratulate the human rights, the Supreme Court or wanted to turn what had been the student body and the faculty, writing, even teaching students how to play Other presentations that day Headmaster’s morning meeting into “Congratulations to all of the lesson chess, students flocked to these eight had a wide array of topics to choose more of a community feeling, so we leaders! I walked around and man- Lightning Lessons based on their from relating to history, such as got together and brainstormed differ- aged to find most of the sessions, and own interests, ultimately adding up senior Michael Wilson’s discussion ent communities. We tried to make I was impressed by how knowledge- to a successful day of knowledge and on the philosopher Georg Wilhelm community meetings a time well able and confident you all were, and learning for all. Friedrich Hegel, senior Peter Lom- spent. And so, the faculty decided how engaged your participants were bardo’s lesson on the connections they could share a quick half-hour; in your sessions. Well done, and One of the eight student- between the Roman Republic and a moment of passion. The next step thank you for putting yourselves out directed lessons which attained the the U.S. Government, and junior was asking, how can we get the there to lead sessions.” most attention was senior Sydney Ian Macari’s presentation on the student body to participate?” Best’s “New Endeavors: Cinematog- Supreme Court. For those students Mr. Knauer’s positive raphy and Basketball.” The lesson in search of a lesson regarding Ms. Visintainer elaborated impact on The Harvey School as our displayed not only Sydney’s pas- equality or a charitable service, they on the implementation of Lightning new Head of School, with the help sion for representing her brother’s were able to find sophomore Giselle Lessons further down the road, of our hardworking faculty members love for basketball through her own Garcia, who presented a lecture on stating, “In this first year, we were and students, is felt by all within powerful photography and camera- human rights, while senior Jona- happy to have had one faculty and the school’s population, and, in the work, but also the art’s ability to than Kushner pitched an idea for a one student lightning session. But future, we hope to see where ideas bring widespread awareness of the summer camp specifically aimed for what’s important is that we’ve intro- under his leadership will take us next systematic oppression toward blacks those with special needs. duced it, and we want to grow it next as a community. in the United States today. When year to become a part of our school’s

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did a wonderful job, because when Athletic Center was transformed Not only did teachers and you walked in, you forgot you were into a beautiful space that made staff members attend, but multiple walking into a gym.” Ms. Cahill me feel like I had stepped into an parents also showed their support. continued, “This is my fifth benefit upscale banquet hall. There was A Harvey parent stated, “Given that and this was my favorite one that I such a positive energy among all of we are the parents of a senior, there attended.” the guests, and everyone was bid- was a bittersweet feel. The benefit ding on wonderful donated items to is always such a nice event. Over- The Pulse also asked As- support the school. Two live auction all, it was a fun, lively and generous sistant to Head of School Ms. Mi- items that stood out to me were an crowd with a fun environment.” chelle Morris what she thought. She African safari trip and reservations stated, “I was looking forward to at Rao’s Restaurant. There were a The 2017 benefit was filled going to the Casino Royale Harvey lot of paddles raised to help Harvey, with games, dancing, happiness and Benefit as I knew there would be and it was a great success! I was so laughter. Many sources reported it music, good food and great auc- glad to be a part of it.” was an exciting evening, and hope- tion items. The event exceeded my fully Harvey can recreate this magic expectations! The Fenstermacher every year! One of the gaming tables at the Casino Royale benefit. Photo courtesy of Adam Blinderman. Page 6 Sports News Harvey Athletic Spring Trips By Jake Rogers The 2017 The Harvey School offered girls are new this year. We will be play- school trips over spring break for stu- ing mostly 10s this season. We hope that dents participating in baseball, lacrosse everyone learns the game and has fun.” Golf Masters and rugby. There were multiple trips to The girls were willing to put the work cities around the world, such as Myrtle into improving their individual skills. By Kevin Dorf Beach, San Antonio, Bermuda and Santa Barbara. These trips are for the teams to The girls lacrosse team was The Masters bond and play teams from other places. able to go to the beautiful city of Santa Golf Tournament Barbara, California for their spring break started Thursday, Boys varsity rugby was lucky trip. Head coach Mr. Janos and captain April 6 and ended enough to be able to head down to San Sadie Albert were in charge of the team Sunday, April 10. Antonio, Texas. It was a vacation, but the over the break. Santa Barbara is known There are four Major team knew they were in for a very vigor- for its beautiful mountains to the east and tournaments each ous training week. The team trained hard the beaches to the west. year: the Masters, the but also mixed in some good eating and U.S. Open, the Open fun in between training. The trip was another very Championship and successful one. Captain Albert said that the PGA Champion- The team had some highlights some of the highlights were, “Playing ship. All of those during the trip. The first week the team two California high schools and expe- major tournaments, stayed in San Antonio, where they saw riencing different types of play. Also: the Masters is argu- some of the historic sights in the city. Ocean kayaking, sea lions, ropes courses ably the biggest golf For example, the team visited the Alamo, and game trust.” The main goal for their Major each year. This where some famous battles took place season is to win the HVAL championship is partially because it against the Spanish. Furthermore, the again. is the first Major of the team was lucky enough to see a Spurs year, and it is played basketball game, and it was the mascot’s Math teacher and varsity every year at Augusta birthday. Lastly, the boys played a club baseball coach Mr. Rubenfeld took the National, which is a team from the area and took the victory baseball team to Myrtle Beach, South world-renowned golf over them in the second half. Afterward, Carolina. The trip was another huge suc- course. they offered a fantastic barbecue. cess, except for the slightly poor weather. He said that some highlights were “the Going into After the first week, the team team bonding, as well as getting a chance the tournament, Dustin Sergio Garcia celebrating his win at The took a road trip to Corpus Christi, Texas to get outside and practice. The play- Johnson was the world Masters after making his final putt. Photo to get some time near the water and ers worked hard while we were down No. 1, and the day courtesy of Google Images. continue their training. The boys were there. Although the weather wasn’t the before the tournament able to run along the beach and play greatest, no one complained. It was great was starting, he fell holes, Garcia was leading by some touch rugby on the beach. On the to see the team work well together. The down the steps, forcing him three strokes after birdieing last day, the boys practiced with a team team got to meet the defending Coastal to withdraw from the tourna- the first two and paring the from Corpus Christi and then went to the Carolina championship team. ment. Dustin Johnson told third. Rose parred both the beach for a final bonfire to celebrate the CNBC, “I’m playing the best first and second hole while end of the trip. golf of my career. This is one bogeying the fifth hole. Rose of my favorite tournaments of bounced back from his bogey According to the year. Then a freak accident on the fifth hole and birdied Coach Loiola, the goal happened (Wednesday) when holes six, seven and eight. for the 2017 rugby sea- I got back from the course. It son is to win all of our stinks. It stinks really bad.” On hole 13, Garcia league games and make it With Dustin Johnson out, it hit his ball into the woods, to states this year. It will opened the doors for a lot of giving Rose a chance to take not be an easy task, but other players to seek the green the lead. Garcia had a great based on the game April jacket. shot out of the woods, finish- 9, because they won by ing with a par on 13, while 50 points, the team is Sergio Garcia was Rose could not capitalize and optimistic. destined to win the 2017 Mas- parred the hole. ters. April 9 was the birthday Ms. Harris and of Sergio Garcia’s trainer, From there, the mo- the girls varsity rugby and idol Severiano Balles- mentum shifted once more to team were lucky enough Baseball team after a night game in South Carolina. teros died May 7, 2011. His Garcia as he birdied hole 14 to be able to travel to the Photo courtesy of Mr. Lauria. birthday is April 9, which is and eagled 15. Going into the beautiful island of Ber- the day the Masters ended this 18th hole, Garcia and Rose muda. They were able to year and the day that Sergio stood toe to toe in score. They play rugby while visiting the Caribbean The players were able to bond Garcia won. Severiano Ball- each missed a birdie putt that beaches and experiencing some warm with other baseball players and improve esteros was a two-time winner would have won either one of Atlantic water. their skills. They want to use what they of the Masters and was one them the tournament. have picked up in South Carolina and of Sergio Garcia’s mentors Apparently, the rugby playing reach the goals of the season. throughout his life. According The playoff was one- was off the charts in Bermuda. Ms. Har- to Golf Week, Sergio Garcia sided as Rose bogied the hole ris said, “We competed in the Ariel RE Mr. Rubenfeld continued, “We said, “It’s amazing. To do it giving Garcia the chance to sevens tournament against the Bermuda have the same goal each year: to win the on his 60th birthday and to win with only a par which he girls team. We were able to participate in league. We will have the best opportunity join him and Olazabal, my did. a training session with Olympic athletes to do so through commitment, hard work two idols in golf my whole and coaches. Some of the girls went and dedication. We have a great group of life, it’s something amazing.” Garcia was due to swimming in a cave. We all went in the guys who are really up for the challenges win a major going into the ocean.” According to Ms. Harris, the this year.” The baseball team is on the Throughout the last Masters; he had the most top trip was a huge success, and the team right track to have a successful season. day of the tournament, it 10 finishes in majors history benefited from being together. was mainly a two-man race but has never won a major. The trips for the 2017 spring between Justin Rose and The wait is finally over, as sports were very exciting. All of the trips Garcia in the final pairing Garcia won his first major and The varsity girls rugby team has this year turned out to be a success for pulling away from the rest of his first green jacket at the a few goals for their 2017 season. Ms. the players and the coaches. Hopefully, the field. After the first three Masters. Harris also told The Pulse that their goals next year will be the same, if not better. are “To win a few games would be good. It is a re-building season, as 10 of the Reviews Page 7 Delicious Dishes at Oishi The King of All Ice Cream A Restaurant Review by Samuel Shapiro A Restaurant Review by Julia Mallon On Thursday, March 30, I went to Oishi Asian Fusion in 176 N On Sunday, April 9, Somers’ ing event from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. A large Bedford Rd, Mt Kisco, New York. beloved ice cream shop and restaurant, portion of the sales was donated to the Upon walking in, I found the immacu- King Kone opened for the season. Lo- Spartans LBA Relay For Life team. lateness of the restaurant breathtaking. cated a little more than 3 miles from The The tables, glasses and silverware were Harvey School, about a seven-minute One factor that draws many well kept. drive, it is the perfect place for many people to King Kone is the traditional students to grab a bite for lunch or a drive-in style and old-fashioned soft- postgame treat. served ice cream. King Kone has classic Moments after I sat down, chocolate, vanilla and twist flavors in the server came right to the table. It Photo of a menu item at Oishi, King Kone has been open soft serve. However, they also have a was like he read my mind to know that courtesy of their website. since 1953 and is conveniently located at large variety of toppings from sprinkles I was very hungry. The appetizer was 109 Route 100, Somers, New York. It is to Oreo cookies to many flavored dips. homemade Pan Fried Pork Dumplings. In regards to the price, for centrally located from many school dis- It was cooked very well, and I enjoyed what my guest and I ordered, it was fair. tricts around the area. It is just minutes They not only have soft serve every bite of it. Overall, it was not too expensive. If you away from Somers High School, Ken- ice cream, but they also have a tremen- want to spend less, you could also share nedy Catholic High School, Fox Lane dous amount of milkshakes, smoothies The entree was Crispy Duck dishes, as they gave good-sized portions. High School, John Jay High School and and hard ice cream. Another flavor they with Fried Rice. Oishi gave a good For most people, if they shared a meal or Yorktown High School. are famous for is their mint chocolate portion; Even though the entree was not two, they would be content and full. chip. It has the perfect amount of fresh fully eaten, I was full for a long time. This factor allows King Kone mint mixed with large, delicious chunks Readers should definitely try to be a hot spot after school hours and of milk chocolate. It will never disap- For dessert, I had fried vanilla Oishi’s Crispy Duck. It is a very strong a popular hangout Friday and Saturday point. ice cream. It was OK, but it ended up dish, as it is crispy on the outside, and it nights. Attracting customers from all being a little heavy. My guest had vanilla melts in your mouth once you bite into over Westchester County, it is evident Another reason King Kone is ice cream without its being fried, which the duck. If you are a fan of duck, you that there will be long lines and some so popular during lunch hours is because seemed like a better option. will love the duck at this restaurant. trouble parking in the small lot. On a hot they have delicious finger food. The Friday night, many cars end up parking mozzarella sticks are always warm and The server was very polite. I would also recommend trying along the side of Route 100, and the line extra cheesy, so cheesy you can stretch Not at any point after finishing a course the edamame. Even though it had a lot could take around five to 10 minutes, but the cheese when you bite into it for did he try to rush us to leave. of salt poured onto it, it does not mean it usually no longer. incredible distance! was not a good dish. It came out hot and When it came to the ambi- ready to eat. If you want to try something Being at the center of many Fries, burgers and lobster rolls ance, it was relatively quiet for what one that is pretty healthy, but also tastes deli- communities, King Kone is involved are always a popular choice for lunch would expect for a Thursday night. There cious, then this appetizer would be right with many town and school events. and dinner. The fries are perfectly salted, were definitely people there, but, for the up your alley. Just ask them to go light For example, Thursday, April 27, King and the burgers will be cooked to juicy day of the week, it was slow and did not on the salt. Kone hosted a Relay For Life fundrais- perfection. have that “vibe” of gearing up for the weekend ahead. The Fried Ice Cream, again, King Kone: cont. on back cover. was a little too much. Overall, it is some- The guest who was at dinner thing that people should stay away from with me had edamame as her appetizer. because it is too much for one’s stomach This dish had a lot of salt on it, and in to handle. my opinion, it was too salty. My guest said, however, “I thought it was very All in all, this restaurant well done because it had a good amount produces great food. If you enjoy either of salt and it was very warm.” Chinese or Japanese food, this place is for you. It is very affordable, and the For the main meal, she had food quality is very strong. Sesame Chicken with White Rice. She said, “It was very well done, and it came I highly recommend trying Oi- out fresh and warm.” shi. The restaurant’s hours are Sunday to Thursday 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. and Friday When it came to decor, Oishi and Saturday from 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. is classy. It is very modern and polished, and you can tell they care a lot about Harvey juniors Lucas Taylor, Kylene Groff, and senior Sara Steinberg enjoying ice how the restaurant looks. cream from King Kone. Photo courtesy of Julia Mallon.

Tom Clancy’s “Ghost Recon: Wildlands” Ubisoft’s Latest Hit A Game Review by Michael Spadafora Tom Clancy’s “Ghost Recon: Wildlands” Cooperative playing is, in my opinion, the players can take a wide variety of approaches to the was released March 7, 2017. “Ghost Recon: Wild- best way to play “Ghost Recon: Wildlands.” Playing game. Switching from cover to cover and firing works lands” is a large open world first and third person co-op allows players to communicate, which makes very well, and most locations on the map provide an shooter video game. The game follows an elite group strategizing effective. The game has multiple difficulty exciting and interesting landscape to play on. However, of soldiers fighting to take down a drug cartel in settings, and when playing on the most difficult setting, the game can feel a little stiff sometimes; the game Bolivia. Wildlands really is quite a challenge. Missions on the would benefit from allowing players to make their hardest difficulty require a lot of care and coordina- character do combat rolls or traverse more of the map. The game has a massive map, which is even tion with other players to complete. Players can really bigger than the famed ma of “Grand Theft Auto Five.” take advantage of picking and choosing their load outs Being that the map in “Ghost Recon: Wild- Ubisoft states that “Ghost Recon: Wildlands” has depending on the mission and depending on what the lands” is so large, Ubisoft put cars, trucks, planes and their biggest open world map ever, and that the map people they are playing with are using. Wildlands adds helicopters into the game to help players travel across itself has 11 different biomes within it. As the story a bit of excitement to a basic shooter game, because it the map. All vehicles are relatively easy to control and progresses, players see how the landscape and environ- encourages players to really think. work well to help move around the map quickly. There ment changes around them depending on what part of is also a fast travel feature, which is helpful when there the map they are playing on. This unique design helps “Ghost Recon: Wildlands” runs very smooth are distances that would just take too long to drive or to keep the game interesting throughout its long story. overall. There are very few glitches. It is rare that the fly to. game starts lag, freeze or crash. The graphics are pretty Players cannot only design their soldier’s good; they’re not at the levels of a game like Batman Tom Clancy’s “Ghost Recon: Wildlands” physical features but also what they wear and what Arkham Knight, but they are quite clear. Some of the is an overall successful game. According to IGN, it weapons and gear they carry. Having the ability to textures could load in faster, but that problem is prob- sold very well and received overall positive opinions change the way your character looks and really make ably due to the incredibly massive map. from players and alike. Wildlands may not be the best them your own is yet another detail of the game that game I’ve ever played, but it is entertaining, especially makes it interesting and entertaining. Being that “Ghost Wildlands is a third person game, but when when played with friends. It is a nice change of pace Recon: Wildlands” gives players the option to play one aims down the sights of their weapon in the game, from the normal shooter games that come out, and it co-op with their friends, player customization helps it becomes first person. Players have the option to definitely helped build upon the genre of open world distinguish one player’s character from another. keep the game in third person, but that is all down to shooter games that Ubisoft and other companies have personal preference. The gameplay is entertaining, and been making lately. Page 8 Reviews Rapper Kendrick Lamar Confronts Drake Tops the Charts Yet Again his Fears on “DAMN.” A Music Review by Matthew Mutkoski A Music Review by Zachary Gault In recent years, Drake has taken over the music change of pace that allows the listeners world by storm. According to their own interpretation of his work. Daniel Kreps of Rolling Stones Lamar would practically walk through Magazine, Drake’s work on the overarching themes and concepts of previous albums, such as his records through a variety of skits or “Views,” has earned him 20 poems. However, Lamar’s own confi- weeks on the top of the Bill- dence in his work shines here through board 200. With the release of his comfort in allowing his listeners his most recent album “More their own independent analysis. Life,” Drake has the chance to pass both Jay Z’s 23 weeks on “BLOOD.,” the album’s top as well as MC Hammer’s introduction, presents its listener with 21 weeks (the only rappers to a Lamar who attempts to help a blind have more time spent on top Photo of Drake from an interview with woman (which many believe to be a than Drake). Rolling Stone magazine. reference to Lady Justice’s oppressive treatment toward blacks) find “some- Although Drake has been and the main beat of the song. Many thing” before she takes his life with a in the rap game since 2010, he is still of his past songs, like “One Dance,” bullet. The rest of the album displays fresh with ideas. Only months after demonstrate Drake’s ability to sing and itself almost as a representation of the his release of “Views,” Drake released rap, another reason why Drake fans Compton rapper’s life flashing before “More Life.” The buildup to the release fell in love. “Passionfruit” is a perfect his eyes until the final words, “So I was long, but well worth the wait. The example of the combination of Drake’s Kendrick performing in was taking a walk the other day” repeat rumored release of the album in Febru- skills and why he receives the respect Kung Fu Kenny attire. once more on the album’s closing track ary 2017 made fans excited a month he does. Photo courtesy of rollingout.com “DUCKWORTH.” The album’s power- before the project was even completed. ful employment of reversal within this The official release date of the album In one of the most interesting In March 2015, Kendrick final track acts as a metaphor for the was March 18, 2017, but certain songs songs in the album, “Do Not Disturb,” Lamar released his magnum opus “To cycle of Lamar’s life. were available for purchase weeks Drake actually mentions his previous Pimp A Butterfly” to intense critical before. album, “Views.” He reminisces, “I acclaim and chart success, becoming The most ambitious track on was an angry youth when I was writin’ Lamar’s first album to debut at the top of the album is “XXX.,” which features “More life” is more of a Views / Saw a side of myself that I just the Billboard 100. Despite this success, contributions from renowned Irish rock mixtape than an album, bringing new never knew.” His blatant honesty about Lamar has remained quiet on his fourth band U2. The song contains a rather artists to light in interesting collabora- his past works creates a stronger bond studio album for quite some time, rarely unconventional song structure, with three tions. One of these artists, Nathaniel between the listener and Drake. In ad- participating in interviews or allowing distinct instrumental switches and a lack Thompson, a newly found rapper from dition, Drake also emphasizes his love his audience some insight on what sonic of a true hook until halfway through the England, is better known by fans as for his career and allows the listener direction the Compton rapper would go song. The first verse is perhaps the most Giggs. to understand his dedication to music. toward. In a rare interview with New aggressive in Lamar’s catalog, bearing “Do Not Disturb” separates Drake from York Style Magazine, Lamar addressed a vocal performance similar to the first There is no denying that other rappers. his approach toward creating his fourth verse on “good kid, m.A.A.d. city’s” Drake’s new songs stray away from album, stating, “‘To Pimp a Butterfly’ “m.A.A.d. city.” Lamar’s lack of con- his traditional style of rapping, but is What makes Drake such an was addressing the problem. I’m in a fidence with his own faith comes alive he losing his touch? The song “KMT,” amazing artist is his ability to create an space now where I’m not addressing the throughout this first verse as he raps, “He featuring Giggs, is one of the most album filled with songs that every- problem anymore.” was looking for some closure/Hoping I catchy beats of this year’s rap songs. one loves. Rap listeners buy Drake’s could bring him closer/To the spiritual/ The mixture of British and American albums because of his originality and Weeks after this statement, my spirit do no better…,” painting a rap allows “KMT” to stand out from creativity, but “More Life” does more Lamar released the “The Heart Part 4,” vivid picture of the hopelessness felt in the others. Although it is one of the than that. The introduction of new art- an incredible “loosie” track which acts black neighborhoods ravaged by gang shorter songs in the album, the song ists and new sounds in this album really as the fourth part to the “Heart” saga. violence and police brutality. manages to take the listener’s breath does bring more life to Drake’s career. Lamar oozes confidence throughout the away. Compared to the songs on track, lyrically firing on all cylinders Similarly to “Butterfly’s” “Views,” Drake took a step out of his Even non-Drake fans should while demonstrating his dominance in “The Blacker the Berry,” Lamar exposes comfort zone for “KMT,” and his fans buy “More Life” in order to learn about his genre through exposing fake friends, the hypocritical nature of those who are glad he did. I don’t think Drake is new artists, listen to new sounds and wave-riders (rumors say this rapper is denounce gun violence yet continue going anywhere anytime soon. Could beats and watch Drake’s music career Drake) and President Donald Trump. The to act with aggression. The first verse this be a new chapter of Drake’s career? and style grow. “More Life” is going production never stagnates, constantly tells a story of Lamar’s grieving friend, to push Drake’s career in directions switching from sweet Neo-soul instru- and after asking for advice on how to Unlike Drake’s typical style it hasn’t gone before. Just when we mentation (which will later reappear on overcome his struggle, Lamar recom- of rap, “Passionfruit” includes very thought he couldn’t get any better, he the track “FEAR.”) to an abrasive trap mends “chipping” his enemies, reverting little rapping and focuses on his vocals changes the face of American rap. sound, which creates a beautiful, albeit to gun violence. The entire mood of the unpredictable atmosphere. song shifts into a smooth piano interlude as the listener finds Lamar speaking at a Similarly to “DAMN.’s” gun control convention. Lamar cleverly controversial album artwork, designed utilizes this sudden tonal alteration as a King Kone: cont. from page 7. by Lamar’s frequent collaborator Vlad way not to only expose his own hypo- Sepetov, “DAMN.’s” sound is uneven, It certainly is not the healthi- that won’t rush anyone’s order. If they critical views regarding gun violence, est place to go in the area, but it is a see a familiar face, they are polite and raw and unapologetically abrasive. Each but perhaps others’ as well. song title, stylized with one word in good spot if you’re in a hurry. The make a little small talk while waiting food is ready within minutes and can for the order to be made. all capital letters with a period, accom- If failing to reach the soaring plishes more than simply illustrating the be wrapped to eat in the car when on musical heights of Lamar’s “To Pimp A the go. King Kone has a huge menu themes of each individual track. Lamar Butterfly,” “DAMN.” no doubt solidi- set out to present a group of songs that, with simple and crazy flavors. Ev- fies Lamar’s position as one of the most If there is no rush, there are eryone in the family is bound to find while sonically different from each other, impeccable storytellers in music today. are not only cohesive on the exterior, clean picnic tables with umbrellas something they will like. Songs such the seven-minute centerpiece waiting to be used. There are benches but are necessary for Lamar’s own self- of the record “FEAR.” follow Lamar at examination within this project. with flowers around them and even With the warm weather ap- three different stages of his life where a sandbox for the younger children. proaching, King Kone is only going to he shares his own experiences with the King Kone is a very family-friendly get busier. In the summer, King Kone Lamar’s fourth LP doesn’t emotion to his listeners. sonically break any new ground, com- ice cream shop. will be open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday bining both the pop accessibility of his While some may be disap- major label debut “good kid, m.A.A.d. One tip is make sure to use through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 pointed with “DAMN.’s” sonic inconsis- the bathroom before arriving, as there p.m. city” and the experimental P-Funk tencies, Lamar proves yet again that he’s sound that Lamar mastered on “To Pimp are only portable toilets available. able to provide highly intellectual and Also, make sure to grab plenty of When searching for some- A Butterfly.” However, compared to accessible raps. Hopefully the Compton- Lamar’s previous efforts, there doesn’t napkins, as the serving sizes of the ice where to grab a tasty root beer float or rapper will continue to surprise with his cream are quite large and may melt some filling chicken tenders, think of seem to be a direct story or clear theme next full-length feature project. throughout “DAMN.,” an appreciated quickly during the hot summer nights. King Kone. Nearly every family and student who has been to King Kone The employees are all ener- left with a smile on their face. getic high school and college students