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TECHNOLOGY From the small screen to live: video class on television BY JESSICA DiLLULO County Office of Education, has also broadcasted segments from Alisal High Ever wonder what it would be like to School, Salinas High School and Everett see your face on television? If you happen Alvarez High School. However, Granbery to end up in Carmel High’s weekly Friday hopes that even more schools will join the Show, you might just see this happen. MCAET’s efforts. Dec. 2 marked the first broadcast of “We would love to see other schools the CHS Video Production class’s own get involved, such as Pacific Grove High segment on live television. The class was School or Monterey High School,” Gran- offered this opportunity by the Media bery explains. Center for Art, Education and Technology The Video Production teacher com- to air a weekly show of about 15 minutes ments on the differences between the con- every Friday at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. on both tent created in his class to that of other the MCAET website and the Comcast 26 schools. television channel. “Our shows tend to be more light- So what do these 15 minutes of fame hearted and relate to mostly local events, consist of? while other schools seem to discuss a Brian Granbery, instructor of the broader range of issues with more of a video production class at CHS, explains serious attitude,” Granbery explains, “but that the class submits their weekly eight we are just getting the gears going.” minute Friday show, and then creates new Students within the class are enthusi- material to cover the remaining time. astic about the new opportunity. “We use the extra time provided to air “I am excited to have our content content from things like our dance shows, broadcasted,” says Megan Gonzalez, a courtesy of VIDEO PRODUCTION band concerts and other performances to second-year Video Production student. highlight all of the visual and performing arts at CHS,” Granbery says. VIDEO BULLETIN The Carmel High School Friday Show cast opened its first television broad- The MCAET, run by the Monterey CONT. ON 2 cast Dec. 2 with a comedic introduction.

ENVIRONMENT HEALTH Students neglect recycling program Community braces for flu season

BY BECCA GOREN “It’s impossible to recycle from the BY CONNOR SUESS as now, the flu seems to appear out of no- bins on campus because the students where each winter, debilitating or killing For a district that prides itself in put so much that cannot be recycled in You woke up feeling fine, but by large numbers of people, only to vanish separated bins for compost, recycling them,” Foster adds. “It’s contaminated lunch your body is riddled with any in the spring. and landfill, students have yet to up- recycling.” combination of severe muscle and joint Flu symptoms usually take hold hold their obligation of individually and At this point, the recycling that is aches, red and watery eyes, weakness, of the body with little warning and can properly distributing their own waste properly separated is unsalvageable. extreme fatigue, a headache, a dry spread like wildfire through a popula- into the appropriate bins, leaving Car- Despite attempts to make recycling cough, a sore throat and a runny nose. tion. According to the U.S. Center for mel High School at a loss for solutions, a possibility, CHS did not always have You are sneezy, you are stuffed up, and Disease Control and a majority of Amer- noted by everyone from district admin- such easy access to separate bins. Two you feel as if you have been run over by ican physicians, the flu vaccine, most ef- istrators to the students themselves. years ago, the Carmel Unified District an 18-wheeler. You have influenza, the fectively delivered through an injection “I have tried to encourage students received a visit from Kimberle Her- flu. into muscle tissue, is the optimal strat- to recycle by getting two blue bins in ring of the Monterey Regional Waste Carmel High School nurse Susan egy for preventing the contraction and my classroom: one for only paper and Management that shed light on Carmel Pierszalowski notes that although no spreading of the influenza virus. another for bottles and cans,” Health schools’ lack of participation in appro- cases of the seasonal influenza have yet “Most of the time, when students teacher Leigh Cambra reveals. “This is priate recycling. occurred this year at CHS, the effects of get the flu, they are absent at least five to try to eliminate the amount of trash “It was after [Herring] spoke with the virus have been devastating in the days,” Pierszalowski recalls. “They can that ruins the recycling. Nothing works. us that we decided there must be a past. easily fall behind in schoolwork and The recycling in my room still gets trash change on our schools’ campuses,” in- “I strongly recommend that all stu- fitness for sports as flu season stretch- all over it.” terim chief human resources officer Ken dents receive the influenza vaccination,” es from October all the way into May, Cambra is not alone in this frustra- Griest adds. Pierszalowski implores. “The more peo- peaking during the winter months.” tion as students’ inability or lack of care This was the catalyst for CHS’ ad- ple who are vaccinated, the less the virus Senior Adam Morrison was just one to separate their waste into recycling and dition of designated bins around cam- can circulate among the population.” of the dozens of CHS students to catch compost has traveled outside the class- pus, and since then students have begun The seasonal influenza is estimated the flu last year. room doors. Among the dozen of bins to take advantage of these bins but not to kill 36,000 people in the U.S. each “I was sick in bed for almost two around campus set up for the sole pur- nearly enough. year and half a million worldwide. weeks,” Morrison remembers. “It was a pose of making the separation of waste It appears that Carmel Middle The term influenza, which dates very unpleasant experience, and it really as simple as possible, campus daytime School is the best off in terms of recy- back to the Middle Ages, is taken from FLU SHOT custodian Florence Foster notes that the RECYCLING the Italian word for supernatural, chosen recycling bin is anything but. due to the virus’s unpredictability. Then CONT. ON 4 CONT. ON 5 2 NEWS www.thesandpiper.org DECEMBER 2016

TECHNOLOGY THE SANDPIPER Students push for access to Wi-Fi BY EVAN PATEL Matheson does note that there are methods of in- STAFF creasing the security on the network to protect the in- In response to the growing transition to a more tegrity of the system. Editors-in-chief: Anna Gumberg, Melissa technology heavy world, many Carmel High School Behan is careful to note that the school’s limita- Pavloff students have begun to question the school policy of tions in bandwidth and Wi-Fi capacity are the primary Layout editor: Becca Goren not allowing access to the school’s Wi-Fi network factors in keeping access restricted, but another issue through personal devices. arises when looking at the overall construction of the Web Master: Jessica DiLullo “The cellular data service at many places in CHS current Wi-Fi network. is completely unusable,” senior James Thelen claims, “All network devices in the world have a network Copy Editors: Ellie Alto, Jessica DiLullo, “thus I am stuck with few options, and I must finish my chip with a unique identifier,” Matheson informs. “It’s Becca Goren, Anna Gumberg, Annalise work at home.” called the hardware address or the media access con- Krueger, Ryan Lin, Alex Poletti, Connor Junior Quincy Hendricks echoes Thelen’s senti- trol address. Then we only allow student chromebooks Suess ments. that we’ve purchased with specific IDs that we know “I don’t even use my phone for emails because it on the student network. We have to log in every single Staff Reporters: Grace Davis, Parinda Desai, Joyce Doherty, Ellah Foster, Asha takes so long to load,” he says. “Allowing students to chromebook individually.” Johnston, Grace Liang, Archer Michaels, connect via Wi-Fi will surely be a big help to many Student concern has been raised over the cur- Preston Miglaw, Evan Patel, Hailey Rowe, students.” rent status due to recent problems with the Wi-Fi. Claire Taagen, Carter Whitaker, Kylie Yeat- When speaking with school officials, two main “The data service is absolutely terrible,” senior Al- man reasons are cited for the current course of action: band- exander Myers says. “Many times I can’t even send or width and security. receive emails because it will simply never load.” Faculty Adviser: Mike Palshaw Paul Behan, Carmel Unified School District’s Per Behan, AT&T inadvertently cut the school chief technology officer, explains that there is a limit connection to less than 20 percent of what it was sup- The views expressed in The Carmel Sand- to the school’s Internet bandwidth that is shared among posed to be, prompting conversations with the internet piper are solely those of authors and are all the school and departments. As students and faculty provider to fix the problems. Even before the cut, how- not intended to be viewed as those of the Carmel Unified School District adminis- may have noticed on some occasions, the maximum ca- ever, student and teachers were experiencing slower tration, the Carmel High School adminis- pacity has already been reached at times. network speeds and failures. While Behan explains that tration or the adviser. “Adding up to 850 smartphones, and potentially an the school is working to remedy those areas, he does equal number of computers, would put us over the top explain the reason for the issues in some areas. of our capacity,” Behan says. “There are also a few wings that have older net- Furthermore, each wireless access point has limits work switches with lower connection speeds,” Behan WANT TO SEND US A LETTER? to the number of devices that can connect to it. says. “We have a plan to replace these over time, but it “The more devices that connect, the slower every- will be a multi-year process because it is very expen- thing gets,” Behan sums up. sive.” The Sandpiper staff welcomes contribu- In addition to bandwidth limitations, how- Another aspect of this issue is one concerning the tions from the student body in the form of ever, there are security concerns. Colin Mathe- privacy of school network users. letters to the editor to sandpiper@carme- son, the district’s technology professional de- “It’s something that you should always be think- lunified.org. The Carmel Sandpiper staff velopment coordinator, explains this reasoning. ing about when you use digital tools,” Matheson says. reserves the right to edit all letters for “The issue with security is anything that’s on our net- “Any personal device on the network is subject to clarity, length, libel and taste. work increases the risk of being hacked maliciously or school rules.” If students are on the Wi-Fi with per- unintentionally and getting access to the school’s net- sonal devices, their Internet access will be filtered and Carmel High School, P.O. Box 222780 work,” Matheson notes. everything will be logged. Carmel, CA 93922 “We can protect the network better on devices that While Principal Rick Lopez and Matheson both 831-624-1821, ext. 3723 we control—and even that is a full-time job,” Behan remain optimistic that a change could come in future [email protected] adds. “Our goal is to provide as much stability and se- years, Behan does make clear that currently such a curity as we can.” move would raise more problems than it solves.

TECHNOLOGY Teachers and students debate merits of classroom video service BY PRESTON MIGLAW projects home to work on them. available for students on their Chrome- choose different images to come in and “Part of the problem is sometimes books. The only other option, according how they come in.” Microsoft PowerPoint, as well as more powerful software is harder for to Matheson, would be the YouTube Students tend to agree that video is Google Slides, has always been the go- novices to use,” says Colin Matheson, the editor, which is far more limited. an underused form of media in schools. to for school projects, but now there is a district’s technological advisor. “When WeVideo also has a slight issue “I really like that you can put your new tool in the school’s arsenal: WeVi- people are really good at video-editing with the school’s filter, iBoss. voice over it, and that is like a slide- deo. The Carmel Unified School Dis- they can use all the features of something “[The tech department] under- show,” freshman Hunter Heger says. trict subscribed to the premium version like Final Cut, but when people are not stands that the filter is getting in the “With PowerPoint, you have to present of WeVideo for $3,000 in early October, very good at video-editing some of the way of student projects,” Matheson it live, but with WeVideo you can go but students have not accepted it as some features can confuse them, and some- says. “It’s just trying to figure out how over it many times before it is due.” teachers intended. thing simpler is better.” to get the new filter to open up for high There are numerous editing issues “I liked that [WeVideo] was self-ex- Final Cut Pro is Apple’s video-edit- schoolers to get their work done.” in the new WeVideo platform that stu- planatory and quick to use,” junior Cath- ing software that runs for $300 per com- For students to fully access WeVi- dents have found: slow download time, erine Ogata says. “But it was annoying puter, and since Final Cut is only compat- deo in class, the premium version is a glitches and the lack of live sharing ca- that only one person could work on it at ible with Apple computers every student necessity; the free version only allows a pabilities. The last means that two stu- a time.” would need a Mac to do multi-media total of five minutes of film time. That dents cannot work on the same video at The video-making platform was pur- projects. That would be a lot of unneces- is fine for one class, but when a student the same time. chased with the hopes of giving students sary cost for just a few projects. needs to make a video for another class “If something isn’t working there a more creative outlet than PowerPoint, To put it in perspective, Acer they must have the premium version. is not much we can do about it, except and on that aspect it delivers. The majori- Chromebooks cost about $200 and new “I think kids like making videos,” give feedback to WeVideo,” Matheson ty of students who have used the program Macs start at $999. The school has sub- computer teacher Tom Clifford adds. says. have said that it is easy to use and that scribed to WeVideo for a full year, get- “They like the transitions; they like to they can quickly create a short film with ting 1,000 premium accounts for about scribing the television broadcasts as a text and audio. $3,000 a year, while Final Cut cost $300 new frontier for the class. “I use [WeVideo] as an alternative per Apple computer. WeVideo is the more Video bulletin Overall, students’ satisfaction with form of assessment,” CHS French teach- economical route. CONT. FROM 1 the class has only increased with the ad- er Suzanne Marden says. “Students can “It’s not as great as we thought it dition of the television segment. be creative and show what they learned would be,” history teacher Joe McCarty “I think it will keep us accountable “I’ve been in video for two years in a creative fashion that is a little more says. “We also get more publishing rights for the quality of our videos and encour- now and it’s been lots of fun,” senior autonomous.” with the paid version.” age everyone to create better shows and Henry Eason remarks. “I get to create Since WeVideo can record audio, Teachers and students both agree meet important deadlines.” cool videos in the middle of my school it is an easy replacement for the archa- that WeVideo isn’t the best video plat- Returning video production student day with some of my best friends and Mr. ic Photostory, and because WeVideo is form out there—there’s Final Cut and Mac Coltelli agrees with Gonzalez, de- Granbery, who really knows his stuff.” website-based, students can take their iMovie—but it may be the best option DECEMBER 2016 www.thesandpiper.org 3 NEWS

CURRICULUM Implementation of progressive science standards will shift sequence BY RYAN LIN as a second-year course during junior Nixon explains that students would sciences together.” year, taking an introductory chemistry be applying Newton’s laws to different According to science teacher and Next year, the order in which stu- course in sophomore year. scenarios in the world rather than memo- NGSS curricular coach Jason Maas- dents take science classes will be com- Granbery believes that this change rizing these laws of motion. Baldwin, the district has heavily invest- pletely revamped as Carmel High plans will help not only AP students, but the Science teacher Kevin Buran rein- ed in the transition by equipping teach- to implement the state-mandated Next entire student body. forces this idea about NGSS. ers with resources, support and training. Generation Science Standards in both “The College Board recommends “A lot of NGSS is based off of skill Maas-Baldwin, along with other science chemistry and physics classes. against teaching AP Chemistry as a first- sets and learning how to do science,” teachers, has attended district, county, “In terms of schedule,” science year course,” Granbery says. “We think Buran says, “rather than memorize state and national level training at roll- teacher Steve Nixon says, “the hope is that this would provide more access to facts.” out events, conferences and workshops. that most students will get a third year more APs for students. Not only that, but Mello emphasizes the fact that “The district is giving time and re- of science. The biggest change is that it will also benefit non-AP students. We NGSS is about changing science from sources to develop new courses and new the order is going to change to biology, are changing the content to make it more knowing “stuff” to knowing “how to do ways of teaching,” Mello adds. “Any- chemistry, physics, instead of the current approachable to students.” stuff.” thing we need to make sure the transition way of biology, physics, and chemistry.” In addition to the traditional teach- “Science is really about being able goes well, they help us with.” California adopted the standards on ings of chemistry, physics and biology, to ask the right questions and have the Even though this transition has Sept. 4, 2013, and California schools the standards will also be implementing skills to answer those questions,” Mello given teachers more things to do, most have slowly begun replacing the old earth and space science. says. “Especially now that everyone has teachers believe that this change is a step 1998 standards that went along with “There is a new emphasis on earth information in their pocket with mobile in the right direction for science educa- the Standardized Testing and Report- and space science,” Nixon says. “This devices, it’s about how to solve prob- tion. ing tests. The recent election has made science will become embedded into all lems.” “I think that we are all in this get- the future uncertain for the Common of the other sciences. For example, you The new standards have been sepa- to-know-you phase,” Buran says, “and, Core standards, as President-elect Don- would have chemistry and earth science. rated into three categories. in a short-term basis, it has created a lot ald Trump has advocated against these In physics, we would be looking at more “The first category is called DCIs or of work because it is new stuff. But in a standards. With the appointment of anti- stuff in the solar system.” disciplinary core ideas,” Granbery ex- more long-term basis, I am really quite Common Core advocate Betsy DeVos Class titles will also be changing to plains. “These are the old facts that we excited.” as education secretary, Trump has ce- reflect the addition of these contempo- had to know. For example, these include Granbery also wants to remind stu- mented his stance against the national rary sciences into the traditional curricu- what are the parts of the cell, what is a dents that the state of California has ad- standards. lum. Mello says, for example, that Hon- chemical reaction, those sorts of things.” opted NGSS, meaning the school district However, the Common Core curric- ors Chemistry would change to Honors Granbery explains that the second is mandated to teach these standards. ulum changes will most likely continue Chemistry and Geology. area of focus is science and engineer- Both chief academic officer Mike due to the fact that most states still sup- The new NGSS are similar to Com- ing practices. This category focuses on Heffner and the Carmel Unified School port these standards. mon Core State Standards for English what scientists can do to solve problems. District board are excited for the NGSS CHS science teacher Joseph Mel- and math implemented in Carmel High’s Students will learn how to apply experi- standards and believe that it can better lo says that NGSS are currently being 2014-15 school year. The standards rest ments, models and mathematics to solve engage students in science. taught at CHS in the freshman biology on the basis of teaching students how models. “All of us on the board share the classes, but now it will be expanding to to solve scientific questions rather than “The third one is called cross-cutting optimism of our science teachers as they chemistry and physics. teaching students information. concepts, also known as CCCs, which work to implement the state-mandated Advanced Placement classes, spe- “The teachers here have been work- are what all science has in common,” NGSS,” board president Mark Stilwell cifically AP Chemistry, are also going to ing on it for the past three years,” Nixon Granbery says. “That is where you focus says. “We have an outstanding teaching be affected by this scheduling change. says. “The NGSS standards are more on looking at what chemistry has to do staff at CUSD, and we are confident in Science teacher Brian Granbery says that focused on science as a process, rather with biology, has to do with physics, and the ability of our teachers to implement the AP Chemistry course will be taught than a collection of facts.” so on. This concept integrates all of the the new science curricula requirements.”

What is your opinion about

the NGSS? Steve Nixon Joseph Mello Kevin Buran The science classes that are most I’m excited. There’s a lot of room It is a great approach with respect exciting are the ones where I get for creativity in how we teach and to teaching science. A lot of the to do the most. NGSS can help. what we teach. standards are based on skillsets.

ACADEMICS Top of the world: Mock trial dominates in world championship BY ELLIE ALTO Goren says that although she is im- “I just have so much gratitude for mensely thankful for the award, she is how hard those students worked and The Carmel High School mock trial more grateful for the event she expe- pushed through the sickness, fatigue and team has won, undefeated, the 2016 Em- rienced afterward. Goren’s award was lack of regular meals,” Schrier reflects. pire New York Mock Trial World Cham- named in honor of Evan Carrington, a Last year, CHS participated in Em- pionships, going 8-0 in the preliminary veteran Empire competitor who passed pire San Francisco and placed second, rounds and continuing on to defeat Santa away last summer. The award recipi- which earned them a spot in the New Susana High School in the Nov. 13 final, ent recalls being approached by Car- York championship this year. earning their first world championship rington’s mother who, along with her “I felt optimistic about New York title. family, congratulated her. this year,” Gumberg says. “This was big- Along with winning the champion- “She told me that I changed her ger, more intense and more competitive ship, three members of CHS’s team were family’s life and that they would never than anything we’ve done before…. We given individual awards, including ju- forget me,” the top witness says. “Who went into this tournament and exceeded nior Becca Goren as outstanding witness cares if I won an award for being a wit- every expectation anyone could have and seniors Mindy Morgan and Anna ness? That was the best thing, ever.” had for us.” Gumberg as outstanding attorneys. Former federal prosecutor and cur- Her fellow award recipient Mor- “I am ecstatic about winning the rent AP Government and Politics teacher gan agrees: “Every single person on award with my team and winning Em- and mock trial adviser Bill Schrier says this team has put in an extreme amount photo by LEIGH CAMBRA that he is immensely grateful for the of hard work and effort, and it has most pire,” mock trial president Morgan says. Award-winners Gumberg, Goren and dedication of the students and their un- certainly paid off.” “And ecstatic doesn’t really even begin Morgan celebrate in Times Square. to cover it.” ending worth. 4 NEWS www.thesandpiper.org DECEMBER 2016

HEALTH Students choose dietary paths for morals, health BY PARINDA DESAI ray says. Many other students at Carmel High have started a It is a common saying: you are what you eat. At diet based on their beliefs. a young age, students at Carmel High School have al- “I am a reverse pescetarian, which means I eat ev- What are your ready become aware of what is going into their bodies erything but fish,” junior Kelly Rice says. for a number of different reasons. These influencing Rice has been a “reverse pescetarian” for her en- dietary habits? factors propel students to take their lives into their own tire life. Her concern is the way that fishing is executed hands and become more mindful of what they eat. and the negative impacts it has on the environment. As Some students have only recently decided to be- someone who supports and cares for our oceans, Rice gin their nutritional regimes, but others have followed is against the stripping of life from the sea and recom- Ali Khalil these restrictions much longer. mends that others start this diet to reduce the rate at senior “I have been vegetarian my whole life,” junior which they eat fish. I can’t eat pork because Ihlara Gray says, “and my parents don’t eat meat, so “I just don’t find it necessary to eat fish, the great I’m Muslim, and we’re there’s never any in our house.” barrier reef is proclaimed dead and the way people fish required not to eat it. Her parents’ beliefs are a major reason as to why has a great effect on that, it’s not worth it,” the ocean she started her diet in the first place, but, putting their enthusiast says. influence aside, Gray still believes that there are harm- Whereas Rice’s and Murray’s animal activism ful effects of meat consumption and wants to steer clear motivates them to withhold from meat, others do it for of it. spiritual reasons. “I have never had any nutritional problems be- “I have eaten halal meat for my entire life for reli- Leah Boylan fore,” Gray says, “and I have read that consumption gious reasons,” senior Teejan Saddy says. freshman of meat causes cardiovascular problems, so I feel as Halal meat refers to the way which an animal is I’m a vegetarian be- though in some ways you are much healthier.” slaughtered. It is very precise with a cut to the jugular cause I like animals, While Gray believes that there are health benefits vein, carotid artery and the windpipe. Halal meat is an and I don’t want to which coincide with vegetarianism, others’ dietary Islamic belief, so to respect her faith Saddy has only eat them because that choices are focused around the ethical controversy as- ever eaten meat which has been prepared this particular would be sad. sociated with the production of meat. way. “Since eating meat isn’t necessary and people can “Halal is a better way to consume meat, for the get their protein from other sources, I don’t think it’s animal and for me,” Saddy says. morally acceptable to eat meat which has been tor- Not only are students becoming familiar with what Tarik Ramlawi tured,” junior Katie Murray says. they are eating, but English teacher Whitney Grummon junior Murray’s main concern is that she feels factory urges her AP Language and Composition students to I eat normal, but I don’t farms producing meat inhumanely, at the expense of become more informed about their diets through class eat pork and never animals, in order to attain a larger profit. She feels pas- forums, literature and interactive debates. have because my dad sionate about her dietary choices because of her morals “I am not going to tell people how to eat, but I do doesn’t, and I’d hate to and the fact that she does not contribute to the abuse of think being educated will help people make good deci- disappoint him. animals. sions,” Grummon says. “My diet has changed my perspective on animals It is a small aspect of life, but the food one eats and had made me care more about their rights,” Mur- might have a major impact on the individual.

POLITICS Despite the medical establishment’s general Flu season agreement on the necessity of the flu shot, some ex- Prop 64 to bring perts in the medical community and natural health field CONT. FROM 1 are challenging the medical orthodoxy and arguing that for those most in need of protection, flu shots provide displinary actions? set me back academically. It was a struggle.” little to none. One local registered nurse of 22 years requests to BY ARCHER MICHAELS Morrison makes a habit of getting the annual flu shot, usually at his family’s doctor’s office in Mon- remain anonymous due to her employer’s conflicting On Nov. 8, California voters passed Proposition terey. opinion. Since the CDC began recommending it, her 64, immediately legalizing the recreational use of mar- Pierszalowski predicts a spike in cases of influ- employers have mandated the influenza vaccine annu- ijuana for people over the age of 21. Adults over 21 enza during the next couple of weeks as the official ally. may also own up to six marijuana plants. kickoff of the flu season gets underway. As the temper- “I very rarely get sick besides my annual flu shot,” With this shift from being illegal for anyone to ature drops, students are driven indoors, which results the nurse says. “But within 48 hours of my flu shot, possess to something like alcohol, where you need in more exposure to germs—spread by coughing and I come down with flu symptoms without fail. Every to be 21 to purchase and use it, there is a question of sneezing—of others, allowing the virus to circulate year.” whether Carmel High School policies will change re- more easily. She attributes her post-vaccination sickness to the garding the substance. Dr. Andrew Lin M.D. explains how the influenza fact that the vaccine does not immunize, but rather it “If you possess or are under the influence of any vaccine changes each year. sensitizes the body to the virus. drug or alcohol then it’s an automatic suspension,” as- “The CDC, nationally, and World Health Orga- She contends, “I am accustomed to my annual sistant principal Craig Tuana says about the school’s nization, internationally, both track the strains of the flu shot illness, but I feel compassion for - immuno policies regarding drugs. “If you deal or sell, it’s an influenza virus each season. This information is used suppressed individuals—people who have weaker im- automatic suspension.” to determine the appropriate strain to use for vaccine mune systems.” In the CHS student handbook, tobacco is noted as production the following year,” Lin explained. Often the very old and very young have weaker a lighter sentence that could get students a couple days Because the vaccine composition is determined immune systems, as do those with chronic diseases or of detention or suspension, if it’s not a repeated of- based on the previous year’s data, the CDC admits those who are run-down from busy lives. fence. Even with the recent legalization of marijuana, the effectiveness of the vaccine varies. In other words, “A weak immune system plus injected flu strains, Tuana does not expect these punishments to change. vaccines for the given year may not match the influ- either live or attenuated versions, equal a higher chance According to the assistant principal, it’s just like bring- enza virus strains that subsequently attack populations. of contracting all types of illnesses,” asserts the nurse, ing alcohol on campus: it may be legal, but it’s still For example, in 2008 the vaccine’s ability to pre- who also points out that because there are thousands of illegal for students to possess it on campus. vent the influenza infection was only 44 percent. In strains of evolving influenza subtypes, using last year’s Medicinal marijuana, on the other hand, has yet to years with a good match between circulating and vac- data to compose this year’s vaccine is like searching be addressed in school and still remains a gray area for cine strains, the vaccine’s effectiveness is estimated as for a needle in a haystack. administration. high as 70 to 90 percent. Members of both the pro-vaccine and skeptic “If you got a prescription to use it, which I have It is extremely difficult to predict and craft an ap- communities agree on ways to boost immune systems not seen yet nor would I expect necessarily to see, that propriate vaccine each year due to the resourceful in- naturally. would go through our nurse’s office,” remarks Tuana fluenza virus, and it is equally as hard for our bodies to Wash hands throughout the day, don’t touch por- on the subject. “No one is allowed to walk around with adapt to the changes. tals of entry-- eyes, nose, mouth-- stay hydrated, eat prescription drugs.” Lin stresses this fact: “The virus changes, or mu- plenty of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, and Even though marijuana is legal in the state, it’s tates, very quickly, which limits our immune system’s get adequate sleep. still not allowed on campus. Punishments regarding ability to recognize new strains and protect the body Is the influenza vaccine a life-saving measure or a drugs and alcohol will remain the same. from infection, thus the need for yearly vaccination.” needle in a haystack? That is a point for the individual to decide. DECEMBER 2016 www.thesandpiper.org 5 NEWS ACADEMICS Teachers opt out of exams for alternative finals BY ANNALISE KRUEGER relaxing and not stressful at all, but also that it is more of a collaborative effort. monologue or scene. Holly Lederle’s AP tied together everything we learned dur- In Brian Granbery’s Video I class, stu- Studio Art 2D students will critique their Finals. A word typically synony- ing that semester. It was fun and infor- dents view and critique films while his own work from this semester, and those mous with the one week per semester mative.” Video II class completes their primary in Graphic Design will be trying out a when teachers dole out semester-en- Similarly, Marc Stafford’s U.St. his- semester projects. new program. compassing tests, for which students tory classes will also be doing a project Some teachers choose to forgo any- English teacher Hans Schmidt will furiously cram during the weeks prior. presentation, while his philosophy stu- thing and treat the day as usual, including assign his students to defend a contro- However, as many as one third of CHS dents will be doing a portfolio and in- Leigh Cambra and Thomas Lehmkuhl; versial person in a speech for their final. educators choose not to abide by this un- terview. the latter uses the period to rehearse for Although the trend of giving final spoken-testing rule, and have opted not Susanne Marden’s French III stu- the winter concert. projects in lieu of exams is alive and to give their students traditional exams, dents will be continuing to write and Likewise, Matt Borek, in both se- well within CHS, the majority of teach- instead going their own unique routes eventually perform a fairytale story of mesters of last year, gave a very brief ers do actually note the importance of during the last week of the semester. their own, and her I and II classes are exam, used the rest of the period as a traditional finals, one of which is English In Jillayne Ange’s world history also doing projects, although her other “health study hall” and served his stu- teacher Whitney Grummon. She firmly class, her students will be assigned a classes are taking traditional finals. dents treats. believes that giving a typical exam helps historical character, and have to relate it A number of students attending “Last year in Mr. Borek’s health to prepare her students for college. to other historical characters in a confer- CHS seem to appreciate the alternate fi- class, we made waffles instead of taking “Most of my students will be going ence-type scenario for their final. Ange nals; one being senior Allie Staehle. a final,” sophomore Chloe Katzenberg off to college where they will also face explains that whether a student takes a “I think that one or two of the teach- says. “It was a great stress-reliever be- traditional exams,” Grummon explains. traditional exam or participates in a proj- ers giving projects instead of tests can cause I had more time to focus on my “I think that I’m not doing my job if I ect, said student will get a similar grade relieve some of the pressure while still other classes’ finals.” don’t prepare them for the next step.” -- the grade they deserve. having some form of testing,” Staehle Steven Russell has chosen to task A surprisingly large amount of CHS “Last year, in Mrs. Ange’s class, I explains. his art students with a black and white educators have actually ditched the final pretended to be Fidel Castro for the fi- Nora Ward has her students take a painting, and drama teacher Gracie Po- exam norm and chose to go their own re- nal.” junior Grace Lee recalls. “It was regular exam, but in a group setting so letti will have her students prepare a spective routes.

STUDENT LIFE Junioritis: Students pursue three-year graduation plan BY HAILEY ROWE to get a jump start on her college career. cause you’re so crammed with cred- am I working toward something there?” “I’m the type of person who doesn’t its trying to get ahead of the game. It’s Both Krayniy and Saddy plan to go On ASB President Teejan Saddy’s really want to waste time, and I like to just more triage,” college counselor Jeff to a four-year university after their early first day of her third year of high school, just get out there and do my thing, so I Schatz says. graduation this June. she walked into her counselor’s office a just figured why not be in college next “You’re sort of cheated of half of “The payoff of getting through col- junior and walked out a senior, and she year,” Saddy says. the junior year education, which usu- lege faster is worth it in the long run,” isn’t the only example of a three-year Motivations for not taking the four- ally tends to be what most students come Saddy says. CHS student; every year, typically one year high school path range from an back and say was their most beneficial or Although some students don’t feel or two students graduate in three years early diagnosis of senioritis to an oppor- favorite year,” Johnston adds. the need to stay longer than needed at instead of the traditional four. tunity to take a full-time job. However, this year’s two students high school, Goodbody, Schatz and According to CHS counselor Jenni- Junior-senior Paul Krayniy lists his planning to graduate early say they don’t Johnston agree that rushing to the di- fer Goodbody, students graduate early as early graduation as a way to escape high feel that they are missing out, but instead ploma can mean missing out on some a way to get out of high school, some- school. gaining a year of adulthood and a way to special high school experiences. times for a job or sometimes simply “High school sucks so I decided I start college early. “Why not have the whole experi- because they have enough credits to do wanted to get out of here and live my “I hate high school,” says Krayniy, ence?” Goodbody says. “Why not have so. These students have one less year of life,” Krayniy says. who is excited to start his college career. four years of getting involved and may- high school and gain one year to start Although one less year of high “This sucks. I can’t wait for college.” be stepping out and going into clubs that their adult life…at the cost of missing school may sound tempting to many, For early graduates that want to at- you never thought you would do and ex- out on their junior year, graduating with graduating early has its downsides. tend a four-year university, they have to periencing things you never thought you a different group of students, and, as “You don’t have the full nine-month think quick on their feet, since they don’t would do?” some claim, missing out on the full high access to our curriculum, our teachers,” have their junior year to look at colleges Both Goodbody and Schatz do not school experience. CHS college counselor Darren Johnston and see where they want to go; they also recommend early graduation; however, According to Goodbody, the CHS explains. “You don’t get the benefits of have a smaller sample of teachers from if students have a reason, the counselors graduation requirement is 240 credits, Grummon’s [AP Language and Compo- which to get letters of recommendation. will help them with the steps along the with students getting 70 credits each of sition] course for nine months, you don’t “You have to explain to colleges. way. the first three years. Yet some students get Stafford’s passionate [AP U.S. His- There has to be a reason. They are going “I don’t think students should look find themselves with more than enough tory] for nine months.” to tell them what the point of accelerat- at it as ‘What am I going to lose?’ but credits to graduate within three years. Along with losing the advantages of ing high school was.” Schatz explains what you are you going to gain,” John- Saddy is just one example of the oc- junior year courses, students also have to that students have to ask themselves, ston says. “And only those students who casional CHS students who have gradu- double up on some of their core classes, “Why am I willing to go there at 16 or 17 feel that what they are going to get is far ated in less than four years. Her reason- such as English and history. years old? Do I feel out of my element? more important than the potential loss- ing behind an early graduation is that she “There is just less opportunity to Will I be successful once I get there? Am es—those are the kids who should do it.” had the credits to graduate and wanted benefit from what the class offers be- I trying to get out of something here or

While Environmental Club does merely take the recycling out of the blue not as easy for Foster or fellow custodi- Recycling discuss ways to augment students’ par- bins in the classroom and put it in the ans in regard to the bins around campus, ticipation in recycling, club president larger bins to be picked up every Friday, and she is left with no solution other than CONT. FROM 1 Katy Anderson notes there is only so separate from the landfill. This only oc- to throw everything in the landfill. cling in the CUSD. Ecoliteracy teacher, much a club can do in contrast to a class curs, however, if the waste in the class- The problem, though, may not lie Darrell Steely, leads the way in the sepa- that meets every day. room bins is truly recycling, or if the within the district’s lack of care. Paula ration of compost to recycling to trash “We try to encourage students to re- paper and cans in these bins is contami- Terui, head of the district’s environmen- on his campus. According to Steely, dur- cycle using the separate bins, but other nated by the non-recyclable material, tal committee, has provided all Carmel ing the school week his students take ev- than that we’re not really sure what to head custodian Jose Renteria comments. schools with the necessary materials to ery bin on campus to correct the separa- do,” Anderson says. “It isn’t much of a problem with the participate fully in an eco-friendly and tion of the waste, recycling and compost. Environmental Club adviser Jason classroom bins,” Renteria adds. “Nor- sustainable way of living: composting Even though CMS has designated bins Maas-Baldwin corroborates this thought mally, I just need to separate a little, and and recycling everything that can be and for each category, the students, like those and adds that it is now up to the students then I can recycle it.” nothing that cannot. at CHS, do not use them accurately. to determine how much our school is go- However, once contaminated, mean- The consensus is that it is up to the The issue at the high school is that ing to recycle and compost. ing landfill waste has mixed with the re- students now to read the labels on each there is no real recycling leader for CHS. There is no issue with the recy- cycling and cannot be cleanly separated, bin and discard their waste appropriately. “The closest thing CHS has to their cling in CHS classrooms, as noted by there is really little custodians can do to ecolit class is the Environmental Club,” the nighttime custodians, because they save the recyclable material. It is simply Griest comments. 6 NEWS www.thesandpiper.org DECEMBER 2016

POLITICS Trump’s election comes with foreseen backlash BY KYLIE YEATMAN cases being the result of racial targeting. Other students pinpointed his lack have been filling the streets of numerous “Trump wants to ban Muslims and of experience with foreign policy as cities, with protesters holding signs and Due to President-elect Donald build a wall to prevent Mexicans from a point of panic, with Trump already shouting popular campaign slogans like Trump’s controversial statements about entering,” junior Kaia Deagle says. “It meeting with foreign leaders before his “not my president” and “love trumps abortion, gun control, immigration and goes against the foundation America inauguration on Jan. 20. hate.” various other topics, the recent election was based on.” “I think her policies are more Protesters have received a nega- of Trump as the nation’s next president Trump’s proposal to build a South- thought out,” senior Sara Phillips says. tive response from both sides. President has proven to be a topic of debate among ern border wall to prevent Mexican im- “I think she has a lot more experience Obama has said that he will not silence CHS students. As a result of the elec- migration has proved to be one of his regarding foreign policy, which is one protestors, specifically pertaining to tion’s divisiveness, many found them- most controversial plans, with many cit- thing that worries me about Trump.” those who did not vote in the Nov. 8 selves shocked on election night. ing the idea as xenophobic. President Barack Obama has met election. Bloomberg LP reports that Clin- “I don’t see how it’s fair to Mexi- with Trump recently to discuss foreign “I would not advise those who feel ton received 55 percent of the popular cans to build a wall between us,” fresh- policy. NBC notes that President Obama strongly about some of the issues that vote among youth voters (aged 18-29), man Lara Agacanyan says. “I think peo- has stated that he hopes Trump will cut have been raised over the course of the whereas Trump received 33 percent. ple should be able to come here easily deals with Russia on the Ukraine and campaign,” Obama said during a press Both candidates were down from the whenever they want.” Syria. Obama has also stated that he conference. “I would not advise them to millennial vote of the 2012 election, Some students continue to believe hopes Trump is “willing to stand up to be silent.” which had President Obama at 60 per- that Democratic nominee Hillary Clin- Russia when they are deviating from in- CHS junior Alexandra Roden noted cent, compared to Mitt Romney’s 37 ton was more qualified for the position, ternational norms.” that Americans should remain calm, and percent. with many citing her political experi- Some students have remained calm not allow the results to divide them. Thanks to a recent spike in reported ence as her strongest point. about Trump’s election, citing that it “I feel that in the election, we just hate crimes, many minority students re- “I was definitely disappointed be- could be a positive change for American need to live with the results,” Roden port feeling unsafe within their schools. cause Hillary Clinton was more quali- society. says. “We can unite as a country instead Eric Lichtblau of The New York Times fied,” freshman Pascale Montgomery “I was happy with the results of the of dividing and creating riots, and even- reports a 6 percent increase in hate says. “The ways that Trump speaks election,” senior Dalan Laughlin says. “I tually make it through this together.” crimes nationwide, with many of these about women are unacceptable in the think it will be a good change.” Trump is scheduled to take office 21st century.” Thousands of anti-Trump protesters Jan. 20. How did you feel about the results of the Madeleine Fontenay Katie Benson Hailey Swartz senior junior sophomore I‘m hoping it’ll be good. I understand a I think he acts immature about I didn’t think Hilary would’ve election? lot of people are upset, but I think we serious topics. made a better president, but she need to do the best with what we have. isn’t racist like Trump is.

LOCAL NEWS OPINION Community gives 2016: It’s just a prank, bro! this whole deflate-gate debacle that flooded the media BY ARCHER MICHAELS for at least a solid two months. That’s more reporting St. Nick a break than was done on the oil pipeline being built on sacred 2016 has been fun. Honestly, it has been a heck Native American land, and that’s actually interesting. BY CLAIRE TAAGEN of a year. Since it is December and the year is winding Who gives a crap about some overpaid athlete that down, let’s take a walk down memory lane and explore cheated at a game? Can we actually do some real re- This is the 13th year Monterey Regional Fire Dis- some of the great times we experienced this year. Okay, porting, news media? trict firefighters are hosting an event for families and let’s be brutally honest: this year sucked worse than an Something the media did cover some was the death children in Kinship Center programs to come have airplane toilet. of some of the greatest musicians and actors of our lunch, watch a video on fire prevention and sit on San- I think I died on Jan. 1 and this has all been one big time. David Bowie, bless his soul, died at 69 years old. ta’s lap to receive their toys. fever dream as the lights are going out forever. Maybe He left behind a long legacy of great music. This beau- Organizers say families know each other quite well from being in these programs for years, so it’s a this is hell and I’m doomed to be stuck in 2016. You tiful and weird man had so much more music to make nice get-together of being with friends and family. know what? That’s probably more likely. I must have and could have brought some creativity back to the pop The Kinship Center is a California nonprofit -or leaned back in my recliner too far and smashed my genre. Sadly, Prince also passed away. These two in- ganization that offers hospitality, foster care and sup- head open at midnight while watching “Jessica Jones,” fluential artists could have done some great things for port to families and children in need. Director of devel- or maybe my car exploded when I went to go get milk music. I think we can all agree that Gene Wilder’s death opment in the central coast region Bill Lutz is for the with my mom that morning. was a blow not only to Hollywood but to the world at Kinship Center, and is always looking for new ways Yeah…that’s it. I am dead and you might be too, large; he will be missed. We lost some of the world’s to find donations and fundraising opportunities for the and here’s why: greatest creative powerhouses this year. It’s screwed up organization. Let’s get this out of the way first and talk about that they weren’t even old. It feels like a cruel joke that “You have a big impact on them, and they know the ridiculous state of American politics. We had some no one is laughing at. someone cares for them and that they’re important to great candidates from all sides, like Marco Rubio, Ber- Because of the deaths, music this year has really people,” Lutz says about the personal meaning behind making these children happy. nie Sanders and whoever the hell those third party guys dropped in quality. I hate most modern pop music. It’s Approximately 300 kids and 150 families are were—it doesn’t matter now. But let’s consider the two booty booty this, werk that, drugs drugs drugs—it’s stu- helped during the toy drive. candidates who did get nominated: absolutely terrible. pid. What’s worse is the dances that come prepackaged “There are over 62,000 kids in California that need We as Americans were robbed of a fair election; we with these inane songs. You look dumb. Stop. Just stop new homes, need new families, so we’re trying to do were given the choice to vote either vote for an actual whatever that is, please. The whip, the dab, hit the quan our part in the Central Coast,” Lutz says. lizard person in a human costume pretending to be a or whatever are all as dumb as dirt and you look like Without the support of the community, this orga- person or a melted Mr. Potato-Head on which someone you’re having a muscle aneurysm. Just stop. Why are nization would not thrive as much as it does. The orga- put a blond wig and then yelled racial slurs. Anyone but these things things?! They’re obnoxious and just plain nization is served from the community’s contribution those two could be a better president. Even me! uncreative. There’s even a song that combines all the because of the hard work and dedication shown from Donald Trump being president is almost as ridicu- dances invented during the year. Hopefully, the music the Monterey Regional Fire District and smaller local lous as the Cubs winning the World Series—Oh, wait. industry can remove its cranium from its rear end and businesses. “We try to provide whatever the families and the They did. come up with something new, enjoyable and creative kids need,” Lutz says. “That’s our mission.” This year is a complete joke, so there’s no reason next year. why sports can be the same way. First off, the Cubs Hell is real, people, and we are living in it. But I won the World Series. Why? Who let that happen? I suppose in the end it doesn’t really matter. The world KINSHIP CENTER mean, I thought they were a joke that Chicago let get will spin and life will move on. Here’s to another lousy CONT. ON 14 too out of hand, and now it’s just taken on a life of its new year! own. But they won! THE JOKE WON! We also had DECEMBER 2016 www.thesandpiper.org 7 SPORTS PREP SPORTS Padre basketball teams get coaching overhaul BY JOYCE DOHERTY is varsity assistant coach Hans Schmidt. ball, Dooner decided to retire, but is ex- tributes will go far on and off the court.” The girls’ varsity team lost its first tremely grateful that the team is being According to Miller, he is excited As the Carmel basketball teams game to Prospect High School, but won left in good hands. for what the season has in store, espe- gear up, both girls and boys are under against Monterey High School on Dec. “Although my years of coaching cially being able to work with return- the leadership of new coaches. 2, putting them in third in MTAL. Boys’ basketball are over, I’m happy that the ing players. The scrimmage against San At the end of last season, girls’ varsity has had a victory over Pajaro Val- team is continuing under the direction Benito High School was a good preview coach Tom Dooner and boys’ coach Rich ley High School, but lost to Monterey, of Suarez,” Dooner says. “The team is for what is yet to come. putting them in second coming together, and I’m very proud of Junior Dylan Houpt has played for for the league’s placing. them.” Grahl for the past two years and is happy However, Grahl notes that Junior Daniela Benak is also happy to be with him again. Houpt thinks that it is too early in the sea- under the new leadership of Suarez, not- the motivation and determination that son, as the standing will ing that even amid the new players learn- the coach shows is truly inspiring, and fluctuate. ing the ways of varsity, Suarez pushes he is extremely excited about what the “League games don’t the team to be the best that they can be. season has in store. happen until the new year, The girls’ JV team is also doing well “I think Coach Grahl is going to get so we still have time and with the transition. all the players pointed in the same direc- our placing is likely to “Coach Darcy knows her way tion and keep them motivated,” assistant change,” Grahl says. around a basketball court, and she’s coach Schmidt says. “I also think we are According to dedicated to developing each player’s going to surprise some people, because Schmidt, Frank informed individual strengths and overall ability,” last year we lost John Stivers and Sam the coaches that he would sophomore Sophia Buraglio says. “Our Snowden, and people are looking past be retiring, and Grahl season hasn’t officially started yet, but I us, and we will surprise them.” showed immense interest think we’re going to do in being coach, and since really well.” photo by COLLEEN LANG Schmidt did not want to Freshman Adam commit to the full posi- Ramlawi explains that Junior Katelyn Godon makes a free throw in a 37-29 tion, Grahl received it even though his coach, loss to Prospect High of Saratoga. instead. With plenty of Eoff, can be demand- preparation, the transition ing during practice, he Frank retired from their positions and in position was smooth for him. believes that it will pay consequently brought a shift in coaching Suarez’s transition to varsity coach off in the form of victo- for all five CHS basketball teams. Cur- was also smooth, with Dooner giving ries in games. rently, Kurt Grahl and Helen Suarez, last her hints about how to lead the team if “I get to take bits year’s junior varsity coaches, are now she were to get the position. and pieces of each the varsity coaches for boys and girls, “Last year I was helping the varsi- coach that I’ve had respectively. ty team out a lot so I was able to get to and incorporate their Darcy Bennett has stepped up in Su- know most of the players, as well as the philosophies and ideas arez’s previous position and the previous ones that were with me on JV last year,” into myself,” Eoff says. freshmen boys’ coach Jason Miller is Suarez says. “Alongside getting to work “Heart, hard work and photo by MEGAN HUNGATE now the JV boys’ coach and in his place with the players, Dooner was also sup- dedication are things is Daniel Eoff. Among the coaches, the portive.” can’t be taught, the Senior forward Alex Michel attempts to pass to a nearby only one who has not moved in position After 20 years of coaching basket- players with those at- teammate in a 76-41 loss to Monterey on Dec. 3.

PREP SPORTS Transition to high school may cause girls to rethink athletics BY ELLAH FOSTER something that should be talked about ers and coaches believe there are expec- is unclear. among the athletic community at Carmel tations set for boys once they reach high At the middle school level, girls’ As a freshman girl in athletics, it High. school as well. soccer and girls’ basketball take place can be difficult to overcome possible so- “There are more boys because there “I think there’s a social stigma for in different seasons, but in high school, cial standards that come along with play- is some drive to make boys play more boys who aren’t athletic,” CHS English both are during the winter season. This ing in high school versus middle school. sports, but girls want to do them too,” teacher and former girls’ soccer coach could potentially take basketball play- “There is a huge drop-off of players McRae says. Whitney Grummon notes. “However, ers at the middle school level away from when girls get to high school,” Carmel Although social standards are often I think it’s even more important for a the sport in high school. There are a few Middle School eighth grade girls’ bas- personal, some female athletes believe young woman to be on a team rather new high school sports such as water ketball coach Abe Stallcup says. “I think it is something that should be discussed than a young man.” polo that could pull players, both male it’s definitely a social standard at that more often. Social stigmas could include Most are inclined to agree that so- and female, away from the sport they age of girls from eighth to freshman.” anything from the sport becoming too cial standards exist for both genders. played that season in middle school. Sophomore junior varsity basket- aggressive to the fear of being cut. “There are definitely gender is- CHS also some gender-specific ball player Elizabeth McRae feels that Some players, though, don’t think sues,” varsity boys’ soccer coach Tom sports, such as football and lacrosse, the situation between boys and girls is social standards play a big role because Clifford adds. “But I also think there is which are both entirely male. Those were they’re just a some pressure for guys.” not included in the statistics provided by part of playing According to statistics provided White and counselors at Carmel High sports, espe- by CMS athletic director Leigh White, because those sports aren’t offered at cially once stu- 65 percent of the eighth grade athletes Carmel Middle. That leaves upward of dents reach high at CMS are male. From the counseling 50 boys out of the percentage. school. department at CHS, 70 percent of fresh- Carmel High has a field hockey “In middle men athletes are male. However, these team, a sport made of solely females, school I went to statistics are subject to error by nature that was left from the percentage. How- Catalina, which because they include all multiple-sport ever, field hockey has only 44 girls in to- was all kind athletes. That means that the same ath- tal of JV and varsity, but football comes of revolving letes have the potential to be counted up in right behind at 36 players just between around girls, so to three times, depending on how many ninth and tenth grade in the 2015-2016 I felt fine, and I sports that athlete plays throughout the school year. still do,” CHS year. But as both Grummon and Stallcup freshman and Although in some instances, such as mention, many parents want their chil- former tennis girls’ basketball, a drop-off in participa- dren to be involved in sports in middle player Naomi tion is evident. The 2015-16 CMS eighth school, but possibly allow them more Jun says. grade girls’ basketball team had 11 play- freedom once they enter the ninth grade. photo by ELLAH FOSTER In addition ers, and this year’s team has 14. By con- Those females that played in middle Carmel girls challenge for the ball in the Dec. 1 junior varsity to possible so- trast, at CHS there are eight freshmen school may just be more interested in game against Seaside. cial stigma for girls playing basketball; however, the music, drama, writing or art than they girls, some play- reason for the decrease in participation are in the athletics at CHS. Hey kids, Already spent your max $4 on your third- removed great aunt’s holiday gift? Don’t have any gift wrap left? Maybe savin’ up for college, huh? Well, we got a lil’ tip for ya! Take your cheesy fingers after finishing a Active: (30 min/Total: 1 ½ hr) APPLE CRUMBLEServes 8 PIE bag of Doritos and just turn that puppy inside-out. You’re left Topping: Filling: with a shiny, silver bag to wrap your gift in. Really, this 1/2 cup plus 2 Tablespoons of all-purpose flour 7 medium to large tart apples looks lovely. Just make sure they don’t look on the 1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice inside of the bag. It will say Doritos on it. 1/3 cup ground sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar ‘Tis the Season1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 stick (½ cup) cold butter, cut in small pieces 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Mix flour, sugars and cinnamon in 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg a medium bowl. Cut in butter until Peel apple skins off. Cut into 1/8-inches,- mixture forms moist, coarse crumbs thick slices by hand. Place in a large bowl, that clump together. add lemon juice and toss it to coat. Mix re- Students share holiday traditions and cheer maining ingredients in a small bowl, sprinkle BY CARTER WHITAKER presents for everyone, one per- songs and play with all of the or- as Porsches and Mercedes. son buys something for another,” phans. “My family doesn’t celebrate over apple slices and toss to coat. As warm weather gives way Heidtke adds. “The goal of the trip is to Christmas,” Khalil says, “so it’s to the cold, leaves start to fall off While Heidtke’s family ex- spread the gospel message,” a good time to travel around the Place the apple slices inside the pie shell, mounding them high in the middle. Pat the topping evenly trees, shorts turn into jeans, and changes gifts using the Secret Carlson says. “I’m really excited world or get some extra money knit beanies reign over sunglass- Santa method, junior Duda to go on this trip and help all of working…. We’ve traveled to over the apples to form a top crust. Have a 9-inches pie plate and a baking sheet out. Heat oven to es, winter has begun, and the hol- Sant’Anna’s family celebrates these people out.” Palestine, Saudi Arabia and all 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Line the pie pan with pie crust, and crimp the edges. Bake for 15 minutes. idays are just around the corner. a similar, yet unique, tradition While most students are tak- over the Middle East.” One might wonder just what stu- where family members exchange ing time off to celebrate the new In the past, freshman Jas- Reduce temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for 45 minutes longer. dents at Carmel High School are songs, poems or a story about that year, students like sophomore Joe mine Bauer’s plans have con- doing around this time of year. person with the rest of the family. Garello will be working over the sisted of traveling to Hawaii, and Grace Heidtke, a junior at Up until this last year two-week winter break. Garello this year she plans to do the same. CHS, spends her Christmas vis- Sant’Anna has lived in Brazil. is currently employed as a bell- “It was really fun,” Bauer iting family in Seattle. Unlike a Her geographic location, next to man at the Pine Inn, located in says. “We got to surf every day.” traditionally styled meal, Heidtke the equator, drastically changes downtown Carmel. Bauer traveled to Hawaii, tends to celebrate with a Japa- her Christmas experience. In years past, Garello has specifically on the island of nese-style feast. “It doesn’t snow at all in utilized his break spending time Oahu, with her sister last year for “We all sit around a table Brazil, so we usually do summer with his family. a month, and the year before that and make mochi, which is a Japa- stuff,” Sant’Anna says. “We go “Every other year my grand- she traveled to Hawaii by herself. nese dessert,” Heidtke says. “My to a family resort and have a bar- parents come down to celebrate Will Gafill, a freshman at grandma also makes a ton of rice becue because it doesn’t snow.” Christmas,” Garello says, “and CHS, will be making his annual balls.” She adds, “Usually my grandma on Christmas eve we have roast pilgrimage to Santa Barbara with Another interesting aspect cooks an entire pig.” beef and Christmas day we have his family to visit his grandpar- of Heidtke’s celebration is that Joaquin Carlson, a fresh- turkey.” ents for the holidays. They will her family participates in a Secret man at CHS, will be traveling Senior Ali Khalil is of Pales- be eating their usual meal, con- Santa form of gift-giving, where to Mexico this Christmas with tinian descent and doesn’t cele- sisting of ham and turkey. Okay, don’t be ashamed. gifters are assigned a single per- his friend’s church to help bring brate Christmas. He takes this op- We all know this season you have son to shop for. Christmas joy to the orphans. portunity to work at his father’s “This year, instead of buying Carlson will bring presents, sing car shop selling classic cars, such already baked about fifteen tons too many holiday cookies for your own good. Don’t worry, we got your back. Slap a few coats of varnish on those and you got yourself a nifty ornament for years to What are your come. To be honest, we don’t really know the exact holiday science behind this, so if this cookie starts Ezra Delbick Amaya Gomez Jackson Williams rotting in your house, don’t sue us. traditions? senior freshman junior Thanks. I’m Jewish, and Hanukkah comes Over Christmas break this This Christmas my grandpar- late this year, so over break I’ll be year I’ll be staying home and ents are coming down to visit. traveling to see family. my aunts will be coming to my It will be really nice to see house to visit. them and eat some good food. 10 SPORTS www.thesandpiper.org DECEMBER 2016

PREP SPORTS Chemistry: an area to watch for both CHS soccer teams BY ALEX POLETTI team feels confident that they can im- prove. When asked to name the integral “It’s hard to start a season off with part of a great team, every person will new players and new coaches and new give a different answer: Some will say systems,” senior Alexandria Staehle hard work, some will say talent, some says, “but all of the girls really take di- will say team chemistry. The last will be rection well.” one to watch on the CHS boys’ and girls’ After losing several seniors, the soccer teams this year as new coaching team is relying on an influx of young strategies and teammates will test how talent, which makes team chemistry an well the teams work together. area for concern. Last year, Padres saw their boys’ “It started out a bit rocky,” junior soccer team go undefeated in league Jessica Purdom admits about the dy- play, only to be eliminated in the first namic, “but it’s coming together well, round of the CCS playoffs. This year, a and now there’s a real sense of trust on new coaching strategy has been put in photo by JULIANNA SMITH the team.” place to ensure that the team will make The girls also have had fewer games it further. Senior Leonardo Gonzalez-Smith passes to a teammate in the 3-2 loss against than the boys thus far, meaning less time In his second year acting as varsity Seaside on Nov. 29. for the team members to bond. One fac- coach, Artie Cairel has stressed the im- connotation; stealing implies only that With the departure of players like tor that unites the team is a desire to win, portance of individual play, stating that the players must be aggressive to earn All-MTAL players Benek Robertson and the slow start has only made that de- team members should fight for their their roles. and Daniel Zito, the team looks to fill sire stronger. starting spots on the team. Cairel, who “We’re being competitive and try- those spots with up-and-comers like “We’ve made it a point not to take coached for CSUMB and the United ing to frustrate people in a positive way,” sophomore Finn Mendez, who switched it as a negative and start off the season States National Team, believes that this Hornik adds. positions to fill the hole left by MTAL with that fueling our fire,” junior Grace competition is vital to his coaching strat- Even though the competition is in- Offensive Player of the Year Benji Dan- Lee says. egy. tended to be friendly, its grueling nature sky. Also troubling to the team is the “It’s a proven recipe of success,” can sometimes lead to some animosity For Cairel, Dansky’s departure is stigma that comes along with playing for Cairel says. “We’re trying to find the between teammates. another source of competition for Men- any Carmel athletic team. best mix of ingredients to fulfill that “If you want to play, you’ve got to dez. “People think of Carmel as this recipe.” work for it,” junior Joaquin Buenrostro “I’m giving Finn an opportunity place where we’re really entitled, but Although unorthodox, the strategy says. “If you want to take someone’s to live up to the standard that left us,” we’re really trying to show the other has paid dividends thus far in the sea- spot, you have to work harder.” Cairel explains. team that we’re out here to work hard, son. Seniors Archer Sheldon and Zach It’s unclear whether the strategy has On the girls’ side, the challenge to and we deserve it just as much as anyone Haines received playing time in the 0-0 been affecting the team’s performance in team chemistry comes not from a new else,” Staehle says. tie against Windward School, impress- a meaningful way, as the team remains coaching strategy, but from newly ar- The girls will try to return to league ing senior team captain Terak Hornik winless through Dec. 2, going 0-1-2 in rived players and coaches. playoffs after placing fourth last year and others. the preseason. League play looks to be a The preseason has been tough on with a 6-5-3 league record. “They’re well on their way to steal- little easier on the Padres. the girls as well, finishing the first two The girls host North County on ing starting spots,” Hornik comments. “It’s going to be tougher than last games with an 0-1-1 record, including a Tuesday, Dec. 13, at 3:30 p.m., while the The players refer to this as “steal- year, but I still think we can win league,” 4-1 loss against North Salinas on Nov. boys host Sacred Heart Prep on Satur- ing,” but to them it lacks the negative senior Leo Gonzalez-Smith says. 29. Although the start is not ideal, the day, Dec. 10, at 1:30 p.m. DECEMBER 2016 www.thesandpiper.org 11 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

MUSIC Krayniy puts musical dreams into play at young age BY ASHA JOHNSTON er has been in the music room every day The pianist is in the process of writ- “I really hope Paul shows off his at lunch playing the piano and writing ing a new song titled “Maybe All We Are talent soon,” Cosmero says, “because he It is lunch, and while everyone is lyrics to express himself. Is Misfits.” The inspiration for the song will go far.” rushing out of their classrooms, eager Joe Johnsson, a junior at CHS, to rendezvous with friends, one student is planning on assisting Krayniy and lurks behind, sliding into the music Cosmero with recording their music. room alone to light up the small piano After the recording is complete, junior room with the sounds of emotion. Bryce James—another talented stu- Paul Krayniy, a junior at Carmel dent at CHS—is going to be producing High School, has been playing piano for Krayniy’s music. eight years and attended singing camp “The way he writes music is cer- over the summer. tainly an ability that I don’t have,” says “It’s the only thing that makes me Johnsson, who records Krayniy’s music, feel good inside,” Krayniy says. “It lets “and I think that if he takes more time to me express myself.” sit down and develop he can write even Recently, Krayniy has been writing better songs, which is a really amazing music in his spare time and is now work- thing because songwriting doesn’t come ing towards recording and producing easy.” his work with his singing partner, junior There is no particular music genre Kassidy Cosmero. that the songwriter has in mind, but “I knew she was good, and if I was Krayniy decided to make his first song going to partner with someone I wanted pop, for he says it is the kind of music it to be with someone who was really that is getting played most frequently. good,” Krayniy says, “because I want to “It’s one of my dreams to make it get my music out there.” into the music industry, to eventually When he writes music, the perform- photo by ASHA JOHNSTON make it big and get my music out there,” er first plays a tune on the piano to see if Paul Krayniy playing and singing one of his songs in the CHS music room. Krayniy says. “I just hope everyone en- it sounds good; if it does, he then goes joys it as much as I enjoy writing it.” back and adds lyrics to it. The songwrit- “I haven’t really written down any is to illuminate how everyone cares too As of now, Krayniy is uncertain personal emotions,” much about what others perceive, to en- whether he is going to pursue music in Krayniy says, “but love courage people to let go and to not care college, as it is an extremely difficult in- seems to be a usual as much about what people think. dustry to get into, but he will keep play- theme in songs, so I try As of now, the junior has written ing for fun depending on what he decides to copy that and incor- two songs: one is a combination of Cos- to do. Eventually, he does hope to write porate it into a song be- mero’s and his own skill, while the other and record a full album someday. cause I, myself, have no is a solo love song, sung and written en- idea.” tirely on his own. 12 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT www.thesandpiper.org DECEMBER 2016

FOOD No one’s clamming up about this chowder phenomenon BY ANNA GUMBERG from scratch and fresh.” cart, in addition to the free samples. cart at Crab Louie’s Bistro. Coast Weekly’s annual poll has vot- “I market a lot of my fish here that I “Ten percent off! Free calamari, and A tourist steps foot onto the Fish- ed the Old Fisherman’s Grotto to have catch from Alaska,” Domenico’s owner a window seat right on the water!” Crab erman’s Wharf in Monterey. The first the best clam chowder on the wharf ev- Sam Mercurio says. “I’m a fisherman, Louie’s employee and chowder deliverer things he sees are the candy stores and ery year since 2004, although that hasn’t what can I do? We have fresh Mon- Alfredo Solis calls out, handing the fam- the gift shops. A little bit further and he’s stopped other restaurants from doing terey Shrimp, right off our family boat. ily a handful of discount business cards. reached the restaurants, and this is where their best to dethrone the Grotto. Our clam chowder is old-school Italian “Our chowder is the best chowder it gets interesting. on the wharf,” Solis adds. “We use rose- All along Fisherman’s Wharf are mary, thyme, sage and potato, and we restaurants, and in front of nearly each don’t use bacon or pork, so it’s real tasty. restaurant are dutiful employees stand- It’s herby.” ing beside carts, offering samples of Crabby Jim employee Meredith their clam chowder to all those who dare Schade entices passersby with free walk past. deep-fried artichoke appetizers and four- With each restaurant’s chowder dollar margaritas in an attempt to draw comes the promise of a new consistency chowder samplers past the cart and into or a free appetizer, something, anything the restaurant. to differentiate this bisque of sorts from “There are people, especially teen- the last. The “chowder wars” of the Fish- agers,” Schade begins, “who just take erman’s Wharf have become a staple to the chowder and run, but there’s more tourists and locals alike, be it a fun way people interested in actually dining than to choose a restaurant at which to dine you might think.” or a free meal, as it tends to be for the To the layman, it may seem that locals. Fisherman’s Wharf is home to dozens of The culture of free chowder samples distinct restaurants, all competing with began with the Old Fisherman’s Grotto, photo by ANNA GUMBERG each other every day. But many of the the oldest restaurant on the wharf, estab- restaurants share owners. lished in 1950. Since then, other, newer Crab Louie’s employee serves up hot and fresh clam chowder to a passing The owners of Domenico’s and restaurants have sprung up, competing couple on Monterey’s Fisherman’s Wharf. Cafe Fina, another bistro on the wharf, for the best chowder west of Alvarado are brothers. According to Grotto em- Street. Domenico’s, another classic wharf style.” ployee Jonathan Valleshe, the owner of “The original founder started us restaurant, has taken the approach of the With the homey Italian niche filled, Old Fisherman’s Grotto owns three of off,” Grotto employee and chowder guru family-owned, Italian-style restaurant to other restaurants have distinguished the restaurants on the wharf in addition Freddy Ruelas explains, “and his son differentiate themselves. In its 35th year, themselves with special offers and dis- to restaurants throughout Monterey, all continued the business, and I feel like Domenico’s markets to the true seafood counts to entice the wharf visitors. serving the same award-winning chow- that’s why we’re the best. This is the lovers, featuring a large stuffed crab An unsuspecting couple and two der. same chowder since 1950. We make it upon a bed of greens on the chowder children walk past the chowder sample

FOOD REVIEW Chic ice cream shop speaks volumes to modernism, freshness BY MELISSA PAVLOFF of flavors and accented ingredients. Sourdough. Past flavors have included for my liking. I ended up ordering the The shop offers many different Jasmine, Grape & Ginger and Rose Ge- mini-sized Mint & Eucalyptus ($2.75), Downtown Monterey just got a little choices in flavor, depending upon the ranium, among others. which proved to be delightfully refresh- more interesting with the recent opening day and ranging from light and delicate The mission of Revival is to feature ing, with just the right degree of earthi- of a trendy ice cream parlor called Re- to rich and heavy, with flavors as unique delicious flavor combinations utilizing ness in its taste. vival Ice + Cream, featuring a varied list as Kelp & Caramel, Pumpkin Butter and ingredients which are fresh, seasonal My second trip to Revival prompted and locally grown. The ice cream is pas- me to purchase a single-sized Heart of teurized and churned inside of the shop Darkness ($4), a rich blend of chocolate, and toppings are always locally sourced. milk and sugar. As is evident in the flavors, ingredients Both times, I was impressed by SLANG-CABULARY are comprised mostly of fruits, vegeta- the quality of customer service which Carmel High’s Urban Dictionary bles, whole grains and herbs. The parlor Revival embodies. The employees are boasts that charismatic Monterey charm, eager to offer free samples, being quite encompassing a warm atmosphere, high- generous with the portion size. Each lighted by very modern accents. scoop is served with a smile that makes Grace Donnelly Lighting pendants hung from the for a pleasant experience and a desire to sophomore ceiling create a certain ambience, while come back. “fam” the bright color scheme of the wall paint Revival is located at 463 Alvarado your closest friends and a vibrant mural add a certain liveli- Street and is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. I got you fam. ness to the interior as well. One wall is every day except for Friday and Satur- decorated aesthetically with flowers and day, when it closes at 10 p.m. herbs, along with painted words, to ac- Kevin Kamm centuate the process junior by which Revival “dank” operates to create a to describe a delicious food natural, tasty dessert. Those pancakes are A bench run- dank. ning alongside the shop’s front window provides the only in- Adam Ramlawi door seating, while freshman a sizeable outdoor “hella” patio offers seating similar to “really,” for those wishing to colloquialism for “really” dine-in. That’s hella sick. Upon my first visit, I decided to play it on the safe side by sampling Sea Salt Caramel, photo by MELISSA PAVLOFF which turned out to A creative mural adds to the trendy character of Revival be a little too salty Ice + Cream on Alvarado Street in Monterey. DECEMBER 2016 www.thesandpiper.org 13 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

COMMUNITY Downtown Monterey turns a page, Alvarado Street redesigned BY GRACE DAVIS val Postgraduate School. Keeping this in conferences occur at the hotels nearby, mind, some restaurants that have opened and those hotels recommend us.” Kinship Center In the past two years, downtown in the past few years include Poke Lab, Howard and Terry Teplitzky, the Monterey, specifically Alvarado Street, Alvarado Ramen, Revival Ice+Cream, owners of Boardwalk Sub Shop, have CONT. FROM 6 has been thoroughly revitalized by the Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill and also been happy with the location and Monterey Planning Office and by re- Boardwalk Sub Shop. use delivery service to reach even more cently opened restaurants which attract Ron Mendoza, the manager of Re- people. Throughout the year the Kinship the younger population, conference cen- vival Ice+Cream, had worked in Carmel “When we decided to open our first Center’s biggest fundraiser is the gala ter attendees, tourists and even locals. before deciding to open his own business shop, we thought of Alvarado because it hosted in September. Other businesses Recently, Alvarado Street has be- on Alvarado. He explains that he wanted seemed like a good area,” Terry Teplitz- contribute toys, clothes and gift cards come a hub for a younger demographic. to establish his shop in a place separate ky says. “We have a good mix of tourists to the kids and families throughout the Downtown’s strategic location makes it from Carmel with the hopes of catering and local clientele year. accessible to students attending Middle- to a local clientele, and Alvarado Street Downtown Monterey has always MRFD firefighter Justin Reyes has bury Institute of International Studies, had everything that he needed. been the heart of the city, and in recent been involved with the Kinship Center Monterey Peninsula College and the Na- “I am very thankful to have been years Kimberly Cole, the chief of Mon- program for 13 years, having served on able to open up on terey Planning, has been working hard to the board of directors for two years four this street because increase appeal and attraction to the area. years ago. our clientele always Cole explains that Monterey’s Down- “When we first started working for appreciates us for town renaissance is continuing through the Kinship Center, it was solely an or- our work,” Mendoza new shops. In addition, there have been ganization founded in Monterey Coun- says, “and they thank 21 new residential apartments added ty,” Reyes says. “I think about three us for opening some- with either retail or restaurant space. years ago they ended up joining in with thing they can eat “These projects are fulfilling our a big organization called Seneca Group, whenever.” vision for mixed-use development out- which is based out of the Bay Area.” Employee De- lined in the Downtown Specific Plan,” The MFRD also contributes to their serey Williams, who Cole says. cause even after the holiday season has works at Alvarado Not only is Alvarado a place where ended. Street Brewery & college students can gather, but also lo- “We usually get so many toys even Grill, explains that cal high school students and their fami- after Christmastime when the holidays the location has prov- lies. Carmel High School sophomore are over, they’ll still use those toys for en successful since its Stef Ortiz recalls her successful experi- birthdays and other things throughout inception. ence on Alvarado Street. the year,” Reyes says. “The place has “Last time I went to Alvarado with Students can gain volunteer hours taken off since we my family, it had actually been awhile through the Kinship Center if they con- photo by MATT JACOBS opened, and it first at- since I had gone, and I saw how many tact the Kinship program directly. The Downtown Monterey continues to get a new look tracted more locals. new restaurants opened up,” Ortiz says. Holiday Toy Drive is still collecting as shops and restaurants keep opening on Alvarado Soon, tourists began “I went to Poke Lab as well as [Alvarado new, unwrapped toys through Dec. 24 at Street. to come as well,” Wil- Ramen], and it was very nice to see the all five MRFD stations. liams says. “A lot of people around there.”

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COMMUNITY Residents ring in New Year with First Night celebration BY GRACE LIANG addition to a brilliant celebration of the and freedom to depict a range of emo- discovered. peninsula’s cultural diversity through tions away from the restrictions of vo- “It’s very important for one to feel As a kaleidoscope of activities, col- the arts. cabulary,” she asserts, reaching across like they are capable of being creative— ors, lights, musical entertainment and “It’s far more complex than that,” the table for a peace pole. far too often do you hear people say performances unfolds during this year’s executive director Ellen Martin explains. In a community outreach workshop ‘art’s not for me’ and quit—because art, First Night Monterey, the streets of his- “By employing people within the artistic last year, FNM connected with youth is a matter of interpretation,” she says. toric downtown Monterey are reawak- field, we contribute to the cultural econ- around the area through a series of ar- “There is no limit with art, as mistakes ened with a festive breath of life, as it is omy.” tistic projects, one of which included the do not hinder the creative process, but considered by many to be the hallmark Opportunities for those interested peace poles which depicted numerous enhance it to greater lengths.” of local New Year’s festivities. in the arts can come rarely, as univer- accounts of prevalent social controver- So, whether it be the sounds of rock Streets will be transformed, as will sally backed up with the “starving artist” sies found within society. ’n’ roll oldies or the mellow timbre of buildings, theaters, churches and con- phenomenon, so efforts such as this one “This allows them to open up, to the MPC String Orchestra, this year’s cert halls, until the entire block is bus- have greatly benefitted aspiring artists in be vulnerable and to also be in the mo- lineup will not fail to impress. tling with activity, the idyllic, reclusive the area, and according to a census from ment.” More than 20 indoor and free out- tranquility of the Monterey Peninsula the previous year, around 118 perform- Through a diverse lineup of different door venues will be spread around down- replaced overnight with a city-like aura, ers and 10 visual artists were employed. acts ranging from Chinese lion dancing town Monterey for 10 hours, starting at each building a hotspot attracting hun- Martin demonstrates great passion to traditional African drumming, Martin 3 p.m. Dec. 31. For a full experience, be dreds of tourists and locals commuting in the arts, emphasizing the importance comments that these performances offer sure to purchase a button online at first- back and forth, eager to experience the of a strong artistic presence within the a wonderful way to introduce a firsthand nightmonterey.org or pick one up at a night to the fullest. community, describing it as an indicator account of multicultural art. local retailer. Investing in a discounted A procession of diverse cultural of where the community is in a period Throughout the night, there will family pack or an advanced purchase, performers congregates along the streets of time. also be many various hands-on activi- which goes on until Dec. 28, can save of downtown Monterey, displaying an “What we can’t express through ties open to the public, which vary from up to 50 percent. Adult buttons start at impressive array of intricate costumes words or don’t have an outlet to express kids’ finger to hat building—art is creep- $22, youth at $15 and children under 5 and dances, each a unique and flavorful how we feel, art can give us that avenue ing around every corner, waiting to be are permitted free.

OPINION Shocking truths they won’t tell you about going viral BY ELLIE ALTO Style” by now-infamous South Ko- ral simply because people communicate modern-day pop culture, but rather 20th rean artist Psy is a great example. The and recommend things. Someone is in- century genetics. The faint sound of Rae Sremmurd’s catchy music video has around 2.69 bil- finitely more likely to use a product that According to the Smithsnian Mag- song “Black Beatles” drifts through the lion views on YouTube, and if each view their colleague or friend recommends to azine, the actual origin of the word hallway, and students are seen crowd- accounts for one person watching—al- them, rather than by an advertisement “meme” is based in genetic proposals by ed around a smartphone watching the though we know that 2.69 billion peo- that they see, for it makes them look scientist Richard Dawkins, who present- video of people frozen in action. In the ple did not actually watch it—the video good and in-the-know. ed in 1973 that ideas are similar to living distance, a student is seen consciously would have already been watched for It is easy enough to see these trends organisms that are capable of replication whipping and dabbing to the beat of a about 21,516 years straight. Years. as mere memes that quickly pass; how- and evolution. song. So why do things really go viral? ever, they have a huge impact on popular Dawkins believes that life relies on Online trends seem to surface every Why do certain songs get stuck in our culture and the advertising industry. Pro- replication. So that video that you have week, yet the reasons why they are so heads, and others not? fessionals in the marketing and adver- seen everywhere? The only reason why contagious seem to be elusive. Recently, While many people say that having tising industries are using memes as an you are seeing it now is because one an online trend dubbed the “mannequin a video, photo or message go viral is like opportunity to get their products or ideas person decided they were going to make challenge” has spread at an astonishing hitting the lottery, it isn’t just luck. There out cheaply and quickly. a copy of it to share with others in this rate, with various renditions even being appears to be a few overarching themes Other viral content and memes that complex, interconnected network of in- made by the Carmel High School stu- of why things go viral. have been surfacing include the gorilla formation. dent body. New York Times bestseller Jonah Harambe, Vice President Joe Biden’s So the next time that you see a viral While these videos, photos and Berger states that there are six distinct dislike of President-elect Donald Trump, meme, keep in mind that there definitely tweets may appear merely as inconse- reasons why: social currency, triggers, the huh challenge, Drake’s “Hotline is a method to the madness of its virality. quential jokes and clickbait, they actu- emotion, public, practical value and sto- Bling,” Carpool Karaoke, “Juju On That Perhaps by understanding why things go ally have great significance and add up. ries. Beat” and more. And contrary to what viral, anyone can create catchy material The 2012 smash hit “Gangnam He also concludes that things go vi- most think, the origin of memes is not that gets replicated. DECEMBER 2016 www.thesandpiper.org 15 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT question and answer

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“Significance of Time” featuring sophomores Maile Adams and Kristin “Celestial Wings” featuring junior Alyssa Baker and seniors Stacey Mo- Houpt and seniors Elise Cricchio, Jenna Glaser and Mia Pak graces the rales, Melissa Pavloff and Kaley MacDonald dazzles and captivates the CHS stage opening night of the biannual dance department production. Thursday audience during “Explorations in Space, Time and Energy.” HOROSCOPES Sagittarius: Nov. 22 - Dec. 21 Pisces: Feb. 19 - March 20 Gemini: May 21 - June 20 Virgo: Aug. 23 - Sept. 22 Okay, Sagittarius. Now is your time. Pisces, here’s your challenge: commit Geminis, mi amigos, the holidays are go- The moon is going to have an effect on We, the astrology department of CHS, yourself wholeheartedly. Life can be a ing to treat you well this month. Grand- you this month in a big way. We know recommend that you relive some fond grind, but the payoff is usually worth it. ma’s planning on being extra generous you’ve been watching too much “Teen memories from your childhood to make When you’re feeling cold feet, ignore it this Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa/ Wolf” lately, but please for the love of your current disposition a little more and dive in deeper. Or put on a pair of Non-Denominational All-Inclusive Win- God try to keep the howling to a mini- enjoyable. The best way to do this is to toe socks. That usually does the trick. ter Celebration, so be sure to use your mum. Also, be wary of pine trees. Oaks make Spongebob references. Constantly. gifts for good and not evil. are fine.

Capricorn: Dec. 22 - Jan. 19 Aries: March 21 - April 19 Cancer: June 21 - July 22 Libra: Sept. 23 - Oct. 22 As your time approaches, prepare for The planets have a marvelous plan for Cancers, it’s obvious you’re feeling the After an eventful Thanksgiving, you’re it by eating a plethora of good holiday you in the near future. But in order for end-of-semester pressure, but you’ve about ready to just sit back and let the food. It is scientifically proven that there this plan to be carried out, you need to been working hard this whole year. Take holiday season roll by. Fight that urge. is a 90 percent correlation between egg- do your part, too. Begin by getting a Big some time this weekend to get back on With just a little effort, you’re going to nog consumption and happiness, so do Mac from the third nearest McDonald’s. your skateboard or unironically learn the have an epic winter break, likely involv- with that what you will. Also, don’t for- Extra mayonnaise with no pickles. harmonica. It’s all you. ing either Yoda or a llama-alpaca type get to breathe. Some people do. deal.

Aquarius: Jan. 20 - Feb. 18 Taurus: April 20 - May 20 Leo: July 23 - Aug. 22 Scorpio: Oct. 23 - Nov. 21 Your fashion sense has been remarkable You should have no major issues this You’ve been troubled lately, but keep Scorpios, there is only one piece of ad- as of late. Despite unpredictable Carmel month, but there’s a slight chance Mars your chin up. Saturn is in a particularly vice for you this month. You’re not sly. weather patterns, you’ve been bringing has it out for you. In the unlikely event interesting sector of the sky this month: Thievery is not the path for you. If you justice to style, and it doesn’t go unno- you’re accused of treasonous espionage, you have some seriously good mojo must turn to crime, there are other ways ticed. Keep up the good work, and feel head for Alaska. You’re going to need an coming your way, but be sure to buy to do it, really. Use your sticky fingers free to rock an ugly sweater once in a alias. Look up Spongebob Squarepants at least one scented candle this month. for a better purpose. Try rock climbing, while. You make it work. in Latin, and then you’re golden. That’s all. for example.

to the Warriors bandwagon - OBJECTION OBJECTION the school hallways are theirto newthe studentsplace of congregation.who decide that train. I would like to be the first one to say that the Sometimes it is impossible to navigate and slalom my way Warriors’ season will not end as many would pre through the hallways without coming into contact with dict. By adding Durant, they have added a shooter at least one pack of, say, freshmen. I understand that to an already solid shooting team. There is only one you are all so very busy and too energetic to actually sit ball! The Warriors have screwed themselves over by down, but please, for everyone’s own happiness, take a paying a bunch of money and losing a key defensive seat. There are dozens of tables for you to sit at, yet you player for something that they already possess. Go choose not to. Utilize those tables, ladies and gents! Lakers! -Ellie Alto -Ryan Lin