Panther Press Strath Haven High School December 2011 Haven Athletes Shatter School Record With Four Named as Player of the Year By Phil Bergman, ‘12 years along the way. The midfielder/ junior year, I would not have told you that man.” said Keller, who didn’t pick up Staff Writer forward led the team with 12 goals and it was a goal to win Delco Runner of the volleyball until the start of eighth grade. five assists, including one score and three Year. I honestly did not even see it as a Since then, the 6’2” Appalachian State At the end of every high school assists in the postseason. The University possibility.” Grossman said. “But being commit hasn’t looked back, posting better athletic season, the Delaware County of Delaware signee finished her storied able to surprise myself after putting in so numbers each year she plays. This past Daily Times compiles a list of the best career at Haven with 39 goals and was much effort prior to that and to improve season, Keller broke the school single players in the area, known as the “All- named to the All-Delco first team for all further this year really showed me how season record with 574 kills, ranking Delco” list. In December, athletes for four years in the school rewarding running is.” 25th nationally in that category, and was the eight fall sports (men’s and women’s “It’s a good accomplishment for Grossman’s hard was seen at the named to the first team all-State, all-PIAA soccer and cross country, football, vol- her.” said head coach Gino Miraglia. “She state competition, where she became the tournament, and all-Delco teams, as well leyball, women’s tennis, and field hockey) works hard, was good player, had good highest-place female finisher in Delaware as being named the MVP of the Central are selected to the teams, with each sport skills, and she deserves it.” County history, placing second behind a League. While Keller is pleased with her naming one Player of the Year. It is quite While Grossman also won the student that attends a school with around achievements on the court this past fall, an accomplishment for a school to have Player of the Year award in 2010, her 3,400 students, almost three times the size she is even more excited about the accom- just one student on one of the first teams, route to stardom was not as easily to pre- of Strath Haven, effectively giving her the plishments her team had this past season and it’s exceptional for a school to have dict as DiTaranto’s. imaginary Class AAA state title. under 12th year coach Kevin Haney. a student named as Player of the Year. “Entering my freshman year I “Track and cross country have “There are no other girls in Strath Many say it’s unheard of, some believe played soccer and lacrosse and had no in- helped me learn so much about setting Haven history that can say they went to impossible, for two or more Players of goals and the hard work it takes to achieve states.” said Keller. “To be the first team the Year to be from the them,” said Grossman. “My time running in school history to go this far is a testa- same school during a for Haven has been a great experience for ment to everything we worked for. All of single school year, let me, and I have made many great friends the girls who were a part of this team will alone a single season. through it along the way.” remember it in the future and it’s for all of Well, Strath Haven once Following in the footsteps last the girls who worked to make this a good again did the impos- season’s Delco Player of the Year, Emma program.” sible, being the recipient Deininger, Jess Keller helped the vol- Unlike Keller, Thomas Shiiba of half of the Player leyball team have a repeat of the annual has been electrifying Nether Providence of the Year awards award. soccer fields ever since the days he available for the 2011 “It’s a big deal to win this award. could barely walk. The four-year varsity fall season. Seniors I would’ve never expected it as a fresh- member and co-captain of the 2011 squad Gina DiTaranto (soc- helped guide the Panthers to a 11-6-3 cer), Hannah Grossman season, before losing in the District 1 (cross country) were Quarterfinals, one win shy of a PIAA state named Player of the tournament berth. Although juggling back Year for a second con- and forth between Haven practices and secutive year, while Jess workouts with Philadelphia Union’s U-18 Keller (volleyball), and academy team as well as the reserve team, Tomas Shiiba (soccer) a squad he saw game action in, Shiiba both won the sought played terrific, scoring 16 goals while also after award for the first adding in eight helpers. For his efforts, the time. Naval Academy commit was named first With four team All-Central, All-State, All-Region, recipients, the fall Thomas Shiiba fights for possession. Image courtesy of del- was runner-up for Central League MVP, season of 2011 has been cotimes.com and was the first male soccer player from the most successful Haven to win Player of the Year since Karl for Delco Times Player of Year in school tention of running.” said Grossman. “I am Reddick did it twice from 2005-06. history, surpassing three won in the fall of so happy that I decided on a whim to join “I’m honored to be selected for 2010. the track team in 9th grade.” The decision this award and to be coached by Coach “It’s special [to have this number has sure paid off for the University of Ryan O’Neil and his assistants.” said of students win player of the year].” said Pennsylvania commit, who since starting Shiiba “I loved them as coaches and it’s Athletic Director Chip Carroll. “It talks cross country in her sophomore year has really cool to share [this] accomplish- to the quality of the coaching and the kids been named to the All-Delco, All-Central, ment with them. They motivated me a ton we have at Strath Haven.” and All-State teams twice, and is the first to do what I know I can do.” DiTaranto, the 2010 Delco Player female cross country runner in Haven Overall, the 2011 fall season was of the Year, was predicted by many to history to win Player of the Year twice. a successful one, and the accomplishments repeat the award at the start of the season, This past season, Grossman took it a step made by these athletes will be kept in the and lived up to her expectations, leading farther, winning Delco’s, Central’s, and record books, and talked about by the the Lady Panthers to a 17-4 record, while the District 1 Class AAA individual title, student body, for years to come. back-to-back Central League champion- and placed 14th overall at the Northeast Hannah Grossman, Delco Runner of the ships, and advancing to the PIAA Class Regional. Year. Image courtesy of pa.milesplit.com. AAA tournament for the first time in six “If you had asked me going into Theater Review: Noises Off! By Chad Maguire, ‘13 that Nothing On is doomed to fail; inept act returns attention to the stage, where Dylan Harrington, and Mike Fackenthall Staff Writer actors, a moody director, and other tech- on closing night, the show begins to were masterful in their performances. nical issues plague the show’s final dress completely fall apart at the seams. All the Credit for the show’s success also belongs The most recent production to rehearsal. The entire first act is spent while, the audience is constantly laughing; to the countless students who worked hard grace the Strath Haven stage, Noises Off exploring the dysfunctional relationships the dialogue, while occasionally crude, as assistant directors, company members, has proven to be among the best in recent between the characters as they attempt was consistently witty, and the show was stage crew, tech crew, make-up crew, and memory. Showing from November 17th to cope with these difficulties, with little laden with slapstick humor. There were so costume crew, working hard behind the to the 20th for a total of four shows, the success. Through these interactions, one many jokes and visual gags within Noises scenes. play-within-a-play’s run was relatively gains an appreciation of each character Off that it nearly warranted multiple view- While avid Haven theatergo- short, but incredibly well received by the and their quirks. Whereas the first act ings in order to appreciate everything. ers may be disappointed that this year’s student community. takes place onstage, the second act is While in play, the actors could drama has already come and gone, don’t The three-act comedy focuses on set backstage during the show’s opening be described as unprofessional, this could fear! The musical Godspell is slated for a the cast and crew of the fictional produc- night. Predictably, the cast’s composure not be said of the student performers. February opening, and it is sure to calm tion Nothing On as they prepare for the is quickly lost soon after the curtains Leads Kara McGee, Andrew Perricone, the savage hearts of Haven’s loyal thes- opening night of the show’s ten-week rise, resulting in a mad scramble behind Kyle Floyd, Rachel Pallmeyer, Meghan pian fanatics. tour. From the get-go, it becomes evident the scenes. The show’s third and final Hadley, Kalev Rudolph, Sami Simons December 2011 Editors’ Page Page 2 The Leditor Panther Press Editors By Aaron Jacobs, ‘13 to find out! Personally, I’m not opposed you going to go see a movie during the to placing a pdf of the Panther Press on time off? You should probably avoid Ste- December 2011 Editor-in-Chief the school district’s website in addition to ven Spielberg’s War Horse. Yes, it is a maintaining a printed edition. By placing it World War I epic, and with Spielberg at the on the school’s site, parents would have the helm it will probably be Oscar bait. But -Editor-in-Chief- opportunity to form a stronger understand- seriously, the movie is about the friendship Aaron Jacobs ing about what students are like at Strath between a young man and a horse. This Haven, and would hear about some of the is not a World War I version of Saving -Editors- Charlotte Jenkins Milena Williamson Vidya Venkatesh Abby Lowe Dan Ziring

-Advisors- Mrs. Jennifer Fisher Mrs. Laurie Bruch

Editor-in-Chief Jacobs Strath Haven High School To start off, I’d like to apologize 205 South Providence Road to Kyle Floyd. On the front page of the November issue, his college basketball Wallingford, PA 19086 preview was accidentally mislabeled as a 610.892.3400 college football preview. Also, the final If there were no printed newspapers, there would be no paper boys! line of his article was inadvertently cut off. Sorry, Kyle! latest news. Although it would be great to Private Ryan in the least. Instead, go see Inside this issue, Phil Bergman gain more readers in the form of parents, David Fincher’s (director of The Social and Nick Shields square off on whether or my ultimate goal is to increase the student Network) newest movie, The Girl With the See page 15 for the not the Panther Press should be put online. readership of the Panther Press, and I think Dragon Tattoo. Albeit gruesome and grim, For years, popularity in printed newspapers that eliminating (or greatly reducing the I expect it to be completely absorbing, and complete staff list! has declined. Since the advent of the inter- number of) paper copies would be counter- one of the year’s best movies. As per tradi- net, people all across the world have been productive. Let’s keep the printed Panther tion, I will be seeing it on Christmas Day! more inclined to get the latest news online Press alive! Send anything and everything rather than waiting for a newspaper. To- Also in this issue, Ian Anderson to [email protected]. We’re al- day, virtually every major newspaper has and Pat Doyle spark a debate about Ryder ways looking for new writers! an active online edition. So, why shouldn’t Scott, Strath Haven’s president. Is he a Strath Haven’s one and only newspaper dictator? Ian Anderson seems to think so, Best, join the trend and begin publishing a digi- and Pat Doyle…may or may not agree. Aaron Jacobs tal version? Read Phil Bergman’s article Have a great winter break! Are Editors’ Picks A gentleman is one who never hurts anyone’s feelings unintentionally. Charlotte Jenkins Dan Ziring Aaron Jacobs Dan Ziring’s Editors’ Picks: They are the “Dystopia”: A word with such an illustrious HBO Go: HBO is one of the best things ever. best! You should read them every month! Panther Press history. Please, add it to your So, when I learned about HBO Go, where all vocabulary today. of HBO’s recently aired tv shows and movies are available on-demand for subscribers, I was Talbert: What a name. pretty excited. It’s like Netflix Instant Viewer, except with HBO programming! Talbots: My favorite clothing store!

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Abby Lowe Milena Williamson Vidya Venkatesh Hidden Messages: See Pat Doyle’s article on Hot Chocolate: Nothing’s better than coming Wearing head-to-toe wool: This is theoreti- page 12 for details. home after a snowy day and enjoying a cup cally possible. of hot chocolate. Now if only we had some snow...

Winter Break: The best holiday present is having the time to sleep in! December 2011 Haven Happenings Page 3 Bringing Dance to Strath Details on Diversity Haven Trainers By Tamar Reisner, ‘14 end, sometimes over 14 in a week prac- By Hannah Herrera, ‘13 and Victoria not end at the in-service day. The group Staff Writer ticing, in order to progress to the profes- Price, ‘13 gathers monthly under the supervision As a student of Strath Haven sional level. Students in high school may Staff Writers and leadership of the dedicated faculty sponsor, Ms. Sherry Paris, to discuss an High School, I’m sure you are aware of not be able to put in that much time and On Tuesday, November 8th, the our strong arts program. You have heard energy for something they wish to do as array of issues that arise in such a diverse Diversity Trainers, comprised of more community as Strath Haven. While the about or seen our amazing plays and a hobby. than 100 students, had their annual in- musicals, the most recent of which was These views are unfortunate be- nature of the meetings may seem intense, service day conference. They participated time is often spent playing games, acting Noises Off. I’m sure you’ve also seen cause dance has a multitude of life skills in several different stations where they the wonderful artwork, graphic design, that benefit people for the rest of their out skits, sharing stories, and especially discussed, reflected, and learned about laughing, all with the intent to better sewing, drawing, printing, photography, lives. Dance teaches discipline. Just like topics not normally pondered by the aver- etc. our student body produces. We also a sport, dance has rules; there is a certain understand ourselves and others. We focus age high school student. Differences such on the communication between people as have an outstanding band, orchestra, etiquette that is required in a dance stu- as race, gender, class, cliques, and sexual jazz band and choral groups. You might dio. One is not allowed to talk while the well as unspoken preconceptions people orientation are a few of the main focuses have in everyday life; we discuss biases ask yourself then, what is missing? What class is going on. There are certain ways of Diversity Trainers. else do we need; what could we pos- exercises must be done and there is a in real life and attempt to understand how Along with the students in and why biases can occur. We discuss sibly add to this rich environment that certain structure to the class. People who training, four very spawns creativity? After all we are one dance learn to discipline their bodies to special guests joined of the only do what the Diversity Train- schools the spe- ers for the in-service to evade cific style day. Tommy Atz, cutting requires of Shayna Israel, both the arts them, train former Strath Haven programs. their minds students, Jeff Havi- However, to pick up land, former guidance we are combina- counselor, and Mark missing tions of Linkins, the former one form steps rap- curriculum direc- of art. One idly, and to tor, all led inspir- form that remember ing sessions that is equally series of The Diversity Trainers working at the inservice day in Novem- delved into themes of ber! Image courtesy of Ms. Sherry Paris. as valuable steps that acquiring greater self- as music, are eventu- awareness. Dr. Noonan, superintendent of how everyone is different and how those theatre ally made schools, even came to observe and show and fine into dances differences do not make anyone “better” his support. Ms. Bruch, a social worker, or “worse.” A main purpose of Diversity arts, but put to mu- Mr. Taylor, guidance counselor, and Ms. one that is sic. Dance Trainers is to create a confidential envi- Morris-Brady all helped out with the event ronment in which everyone feels comfort- often overlooked. Can you guess what is also exceptionally physical. One must as well. Everyone had lots of fun interact- it is? That’s right; we’re missing dance. be strong and flexible to move his or her able to share their feelings, thoughts and ing with their peers as well as their leaders experiences. Strath Haven does not have a dance body in extreme ways often not meant (especially dancing in the dark for a full program. Sure we have band front and for the original structure of the human The Diversity Trainers plan five minutes), but students also took the to visit the middle school in the spring dance line, but that’s not the classical body. Dance gives students the opportu- opportunity to step out of their comfort style of dance I’m talking about. There nity to perform on a stage, which teaches semester to pass down the knowledge they zone and discuss topics generally consid- acquire during the course of the year, but is no ballet, modern, jazz, hip-hop or tap public performance. This is helpful in ered taboo in the classroom. One student dance program. life when one gives a public speech or much preparation will take place from reflected about the day, “I love DT! DT is now until then. Ms. Paris, the student In my opinion, the reason there presentation because they get used to such an inspirational activity and I hope it is no dance in the school curriculum is entertaining an audience. Anyone can do leaders, and all of the trainers look for- teaches others as much as it has taught and ward to building an accepting and friendly because it is, unfortunately, viewed as it and it’s a fun activity for students to helped me.” The students took this day more feminine than any other art form. try new movement. Music adds another environment which they can share with to enjoy themselves and meet new people the students of Strath Haven, and they will It is true more females are interested in fun element to the already rich experi- as they began to build their basis for an dance, especially ballet in the United ence that is dance. continue to use what they learn in their accepting, insightful community. everyday lives. States. At the recreational level, accord- Dance is an expressive art The Diversity Training does ing to an article in the New York Times, that can be about an infinite number of it “is still a routine experience for ballet themes. Whether it’s social justice, a students in the United States.” However, fairy tale, or a story you want to tell, you School Board Update: at the professional level, the number can tell it through dance. The accom- of males and females is approximately plishment I feel after a performance is December even; there are fifty percent females and so vast that I feel sometimes like I have By Phil Bergman, ‘12 safe and enhanced learning environment fifty percent males. Dance may ap- just won a million dollars. The reason Staff Writer for the students. It was also announced at pear effeminate, but it takes an extreme for this great satisfaction is because I this meeting that beloved NPE Principal The past month and a half has amount of effort, dedication, passion know that I have worked hard, and that Jennifer Gaudioso will leave her position been a busy one for the board of school and strength, both mental and physical. I have put my whole body, soul and following the school year in order to take directors. The main point discussed over Dance may also be overlooked by school mind into making a masterpiece. Dance the position of Director of Elementary these meetings was the NPE project, curriculums because of the extreme should be part of the Strath Haven High Teaching & Learning at WSSD. Also at which is scheduled to start construction physical activity it requires. In some School arts curriculum because of the recent meetings budget discussions began, in the summer of 2012. Over the past ways it is like a sport. Those who are rich experiences and life skills it offers and the 2010-2011 Audit Report as well decade, the district has made a serious serious about dance must spend hours on to students. as the Annual Assessment Report were effort in renovating the educational facili- presented. ties in the district, and Nether Providence Lastly, the board announced that Elementary is the final school to go under two board members, Joanna Sloskey and the preliminary rounds of renovation. Michael J Rinaldi would be leaving due to Earlier this year, the board set a elections and a new job offer. Mr. Rinaldi bid out to local and regional architecture was an active participant at meetings and firms to design a new or renovated build- always brought up many important issues ing that would fit in the board’s budget of to the table while being a member of the around $16.5 million. After many rounds board of school directors for multiple of bids, on November 28, 2011, board years, while Sloskey, a Strath Haven alum, President Mary Gay Scanlon announced did a good job during her short tenure on that “the board was ready to write a the school board, which started in Febru- contract for the NPE project to Godshall- ary. Kane Architecture, the architecture firm in If you have any comments, ques- charge of the WES project”. tions, or items of information that you The board was impressed with want brought up at meetings, feel free Students battle it out at the beginning of a match in the recent Dodgeball Tourna- Godshall-Kane’s efficiency and keeping to to contact Student Rep Phil Bergman or ment! Image courtesy of Jack Huemmler. schedule at WES, their relationship with President Ryder Scott. district administration, and their new and innovative design at NPE that will bring green features to the building, as well as a December 2011 Haven Happenings Page 4 Roving Reporter By Jack Huemmler, ‘13 Staff Writer As the Holiday Season closes in, Jack Huemmler asked: What do you want for Christmas/Hannukah?

“I want some fur boots.” -Sami Rahman, ‘13

“I want a new camera.?” -Sierra Matika, ‘14 “I just want snow.” “1.25 for some dirties.” -Lexi Mazur, ‘12 - Brian Paintin, ‘12

“I want the right to bear arms.” -Carl Reitenbach, ‘13 Showcase Review By Andrew Lombard, ‘15 a great selection of music this year and it Staff Writer was fun for the students to play. This year The Marching Band is one of we had a great year of student leadership the defining symbols of our school. This and participation, and we look forward year’s season was a great one, and what to another great year of the same”. The better way to end it than with the March- Showcase this year was very successful, ing Band Showcase. The showcase this and we are all sad the season is over, but year featured songs such as We Got the at least we went out on a high note. Beat, Mr. Roboto, Poker Face, Seven Na- tion Army, and many others. The show- case was successful as usual this year You may have noticed some new but it was HOT. Everyone there seemed figures hanging around Strath to agree that it was hot. I asked Band Director Mr. Hontz what he thought of the Haven.... made by our very own performance, and he said, “This year was artists!! our 8th annual Marching Band Showcase, and it went extremely well. We try to do the Showcase to give the parents a big show outside of a football game. We had

By Nick Shields, ‘12 The Turkey Bowl: Traditions Staff Writer The Turkey Bowl has always Continue been an almost universally popular an- and seniors participated against a fiercly also fueled the victory. of victory. If looking for success in nual event that the Strath Haven stu- competitive staff Despite the loss, students future years, the students should look to dents and faculty have used to celebrate The teachers, despite lacking who chose to participate in the Turkey recruit some offensive firepower that can Thanksgiving while still going hard in a their usual signal caller Mr. Wood, man- Bowl said they enjoyed it. Jake Hoyle’s allow them to compete with the teachers’ competitive atmosphere. Students from aged to get out to an incredibly fast start favorite part was “spotting the big G.” explosive offense. All in all, the Turkey each which paced The students received strong outings Bowl was loads of fun for all, especially them to a decisive victory. They got big perfor- mances from Mr. Haney, Mr. Adams, Mr. Wald- man and Mr. Emcees Phil Bergman, Ryder Scott, Jeanna Kenney, and Ian Anderson enjoy the show. Image courtesy of Alyssa Pooler Turkey Bowl seniors pose before the match. Image courtesy of Alyssa Pooler Wool- ery, grade had the opportunity to play and all of whom paced the teacher’s offense as from senior Jake Hoyle, junior Tevon the many spectators. With the flawless participate in the game, which was, like they posted more than fifty points on the Howie, and senior Jesse Robbins despite announcing of Ian Anderson, Phil Berg- a typical football game, divided into vaunted students’ defense. The teachers’ the loss. The students were simply not man, and Ryder Scott, this year’s Turkey four quarters. Almost an even distribu- defense recorded a key turnover in the able to compete with the potent teachers’ Bowl was as fun as ever. tion of freshman, sophomores, juniors, form of a Mr. Waldman interception that offense, which rendered them incapable December 2011 Haven Happenings Page 5

Should the Panther Press Be Online? By Nick Shields, ‘12 different source from which they could By Phil Bergman, ‘12 brag about their kids.“I would be really Staff Writer view the newspaper, but it would save Staff Writer sad if the Panther Press stopped coming Over the past several years, the trees and money as well. As Treasurer of out,” said senior Kirsten Wise, “It is the severe economic downturn has taken its environmental club Green Haven, senior In today’s age in media, news- brightest part of a student’s day to get the toll on all aspects of our society, educa- Cassandra Kyriazis “absolutely support[s] paper companies and other journalistic paper and read what is going on in the sch tion included. School districts have had the digitilzation of the Panther Press.” Dr. authorities are prompting to shut down ool.” to make cutbacks, and the Wallingford- Yannacone has commented on this issue their print outlets in order to compete Many kids read the paper when Swarthmore School District is not immune in the rapidly changing field of journal- it is distributed, and the paper gives to them. Recently, administrators in SHHS ism. Companies are focusing more and students a nice break from texting during brought up making the Panther Press “go more on their multimedia platforms and their boring classes that they must endure digital” in order to save precious dollars. less on their actual papers. Colleges now throughout the day. It is the Panther Press’ I am here to say that the Panther Press offer degrees in online and convergence job to inform the student body of what is should “go digital” not only to move into journalisms, and are stopping to give out going on in the school. Seriously, without the future but to save money for the school degrees in print journalism. Top writers this fabulous paper, how would we ever and the district. now update their Twitter handles and their be able to know what the best cheese of Although the Panther Press is blogs instead of their columns, and many the month is, and what the theatre perfor- currently enormously popular around the Image courtesy of sfnblog.com city newspapers print only a few times mance that was poorly attended was abo school among both teachers and students, each week, forcing the consumer to read ut? there are flaws. Not only does its distribu- by saying that “We have been approached the latest news articles on their website When discussing the cutting of tion take time and effort, but with local and by the Sustainability Committee through instead. Over the past few years, our the Panther Press, one must not forget national news media outlets moving to- Dr. Noonan with the challenge to consider country has been in economic decline, and about the six editors of the paper, and its wards digital distribution, it is only natural ways to reduce our consumption of paper, cuts have to be made in all fields, includ- teacher-advisors Mrs. Fisher and Mrs. that the Panther Press does the same thing. for both environmental and financial ben- ing in our fine educational system. One of Bruch, who spend countless hours each With the rest of the media world moving efits.” With far less paper being consumed, the programs that many schools believe month editing, laying out, and crafting into the future, the Panther Press cannot the school would be in a much, much better can easily be cut is its school paper, an the art which is referred to as the Panther be left behind. As Strath Haven’s own Dr. environmental and financial situation mov- endeavor that costs thousands of dollars Press. “If the Panther Press is put online, Yannacone has said, “We have seen the in- ing into the future. each year to print and run functionally, but it would be a complete waste of time for creased use of digital media by local news The Panther Press’s enormous brings in no money towards the school. the editors,” said a former Panther Press outlets, and want to keep up with the cur- success since its inception has been mag- Recently, our principal, Dr. Mary Jo Yan- editor who spoke on anonymity due to the rent technology and education in this area nificent; it has articles on everything from nacone, has proposed the idea of putting severity of the topic. He or she continued, for our students.” A digital, online Panther upcoming concerts and the state of Phila- the Panther Press solely on the district “The editors spend many late nights edit- Press would help the newspaper move into delphia sports to fashion picks. It is one of website. Please, dear students of Strath ing and laying out each issue each month, the future and save valuable time and en- the few high school newspapers in the area Haven High School, stay above the influ- and it would be a detriment to our hard ergy. which enjoys such a wide variety of sub- ence and make sure that the Panther Press work if it was put online.” Another significant reason for jects. According to Dr. Yannacone, there stays in print for years to come. Do not forget that if the paper digitalization of the Panther Press is to is a plan in the works to offer the Panther First of all, everybody knows that was put online, the average student who conserve both money and resources. As Press in two forms, one print, one digital. if the Panther Press was not physically doesn’t feel like searching wssd.org for an environmentally friendly school, Strath The printed paper will be available in the handed out, no one would read it. Until the Panther Press would not learn all of Haven has always been ahead of the game offices, guidance center, and library, and you read this sentence, how many of you the great tidbits mentioned each month in with regards to being environmentally the digital version would then be avail- knew that the Student Council and the the Editor’s Picks section. I know person- friendly. But there are still steps that can able on the T drive for students to access School Store both had pages on the district ally I found out about Paul Simon’s latest be taken to make SHHS an even more eco- at their leisure. In order for Strath Haven site? If the Panther Press is put online, CD through Abby Lowe’s pick last June, friendly school. In addition to its costs, the to move into the future, the Panther Press nobody will be able to find it. The only and how can anyone forget about Cigar Panther Press uses vast amounts of paper “going digital” is must. Not only does it cut people that will ever read it are the kids Man, a character many learned about each month to print copies for almost ev- costs and the environmental impact of the that wrote the articles and their parents through the post made by former sports eryone in the building, and then some. A school, but it allows member of our school who in typical Wallingford-Swarthmore editor Ben Sobel “Soup.” digital Panther Press would not only give community to view the Panther Press fashion, would send the link to relatives Finally, let’s be honest with our- students, teachers, and administrators a whenever they want, without killing a tree. and close family friends so that they could selves here. If we, Strath Haven, did what everybody else did, our school would be Poll Princesses: Holiday Edition home to a beautiful turf complex and our By Hannah Grossman, ‘12 marching band would be atrocious. But as Margaret Murray, ‘12 of now, we still have an awful grass field Staff Writers and our marching band is awesome. Why should we succumb to others on this issue Hey guys, as well? In true Strath Haven fashion, let’s We realize it’s been awhile since be different and original from everyone we took our last poll, so we wanted to else, and keep the Panther Press in print. make sure this was a good one. With win- ter break quickly approaching and B101 never letting up on the holiday music, we decided it would be fitting to ask you DISCLAIMER what your favorite modern holiday song is. Since every artist these days seems to The Panther Press is first and foremost come out with a holiday album, we had a reflection of the opinions and inter- a lot to choose from. We felt like these ests of the student body. For this reason, five songs were some of the ones we’ve been hearing most frequently: “All I we do not publish any anonymous or Want for Christmas” by Mariah Carey, teacher-written submissions, and we do “Drummer Boy (feat. Busta Rhymes)” by not discriminate against any ideology or Justin Bieber, “Last Christmas” by Taylor political opinion. While we are bound Swift, “The Hannukkah Song” by Adam by school policy (and funding), we will Sandler, and “Santa Clause is Comin’ to not render any article neutral, athough Town” by Bruce Springsteen. While we individual points may be edited for ob- were impressed with how many votes scene or baselessly inflammatory con- Justin Bieber’s “Drummer Boy” got, be- tent, with the consent of the author. ing released so recently, it did not take the Finally, the articles published in the cake. The easy winner was “All I Want Panther Press do not necessarily reflect for Christmas” by Mariah Carey. Clas- The results are in, and “All I want for Christmas” by Mariah Carey is the views of the editors. sic! We hope you guys enjoy your winter the best holiday song! “Drummer Boy,” “The Hannukkah Song,” and break, maybe even listening to these tunes! See you next year! “Santa Clause is Coming to Town” follow, with Taylor Swift’s “Last xoxo, Christmas” coming in last! Poll Princesses December 2011 Detours Page 6 The Christmas House It’s only the most well-known house in the Wallingford Swarthmore School District!

By Anna Jaoudi, ‘15 last year we moved some things to LED AJ: What is your electric bill like? address; people know exactly where the Staff Writer and got it down to 75 amps. We moved LP: Keeps getting better thankfully. ‘Christmas House’ is! even more to LED this year, and the whole PECO probably wonders if we quit put- AJ: Is the inside decorated as much as the display is now only pulling 50 amps. ting up a display! This year should cost outside? When we think about the holi- AJ: Which takes longer - putting them up us about half of what it cost to run two LP: We definitely decorate inside, but no days, we recall that chilly time of year or taking them down? years ago, but we still have more lights. not as much as the outside! This is, obvi- in which everyone spreads the warmth LP: It is a labor of love by my husband… AJ: What do the neighbors and other ously, our favorite holiday season, and through their spark of cheer. There are we enjoy surrounding ourselves with the many ways people spread their winter- holiday spirit. I don’t think I even own a time spirit to the community, usually with thanksgiving decoration because we have decorations and lights. I got in touch with Christmas stuff out before Thanksgiving! home-owners Lauren and David Plum- AJ: Where do you store it all? mer who live a few doors from our school. LP: In our garage. If you stand in our ga- Their great display is known by local chil- rage and look up, it looks like Christmas dren as the Christmas House. It features will explode down on you! pieces celebrating various winter holidays AJ: Have you ever gotten recognized for and includes 35,000 lights, making it an it? ever-growing collection for the Plummers. LP: We were shown on ABC one year They not only take pleasure in assembling when they spotlighted displays, and we the display, but many people around town were in the Daily Times. The paper doing tell of taking different routes when driving a piece on us last year was fun! We have just to admire the joyous scene of lights in friends out of the area who wanted to see mass amounts. Even though they cut back the display, so we created our own website on energy usage each year, they’ll simply for it, and try to update it each year, www. never cut back on the holiday spirit. wallingfordgriswolds.com AJ: How many years has it taken to create AJ: What’s one thing you’d just like to say your collection? about all your holiday cheer? LP: We had just a few things when we got The Christmas House on Providence Road! Image courtesy of LP: We just really hope that people get a married 12 years ago. We have built up wallingfordgriswolds.com/ smile, a moment to slow down, and time this collection since then, mostly through to enjoy the display and the holiday spirit. yard sales, thrift shops, and online. It’s a it’s really his baby. He plans, dreams, finds people generally say? This time of year can be stressful, and we lot like treasure hunting for us! A lot of new ideas throughout the year, and works LP: Happily, people seem to enjoy the hope that our display brings some cheer, a the larger custom pieces were my grand- on it off and on. It took about fourteen full display. We get a lot of people who slow moment of reflection on the nativity and father’s. He had a huge display in Aston, days of work spread out over a few weeks down or stop to enjoy it, and we love to the baby, and a beautiful place to take your and I love having some of his things to use to put it up this year. Sadly, it will come hear the honks as people drive by each family to and make a memory. I hope to in our display. A lot of things my husband down in three or four. Setting up takes a night! Our twins are in first grade at hear you honk or see you wave when you has created as well. lot more planning and thought than the tear WES, and as we’ve gotten more involved go by! AJ: How many lights are there? To save down! We are lucky to have some young in the school district, it has been fun to energy, are any LED? Marine friends who climbed around on the hear stories of how kids look forward to LP: This year the count is 35,000 lights. roof and helped us out this year! It has been driving by and how they beg their par- Every year we try to top ourselves! A few fun to have our kids get involved too now ents to go out of the way to drive by. I years ago we were pulling 115 amps, but that they are a little older. have found that I don’t need to give my

Shopper Profile: the Last Minute Man

By Nikitha Cherayil, ‘13 their lives. They stay open until midnight store in Britain, has even placed an “SOS soon as possible. And what for? Why go Staff Writer with sales that give men some sort of jus- shopping service” during the last week be- through the hassle when 1 in 3 of their gifts tification for the delay. Salespeople spot fore Christmas specially tailored for the is refunded after New Years? After hearing Mr. Haviland con- their prey from behind racks of clothing Last Minute Man. This service includes a When asked why he puts off fidently state/make up the statistic that 70 and pounce, eventually persuading them to 30 minute one-on-one session with a sales Christmas shopping until the last minute, percent of people in the mall the week be- a Torontonian man answered “I’m a man, fore Christmas will be men, I searched for that’s how we do it.” This is actually the the truth behind the myth of the “Last Min- truth for all men, (it’s not just because ute Man.” he’s Canadian) and there’s evolutionary In a study done in 2007, a re- evidence to prove it. A study conducted by ported 35 million Americans hadn’t started the University of Michigan concluded that their holiday shopping by December 18th shopping habits correlate to hunting and of that year, about 11 percent of the popu- gathering activities in the human race’s lation. One in five men surveyed admitted past. The study explains that “shopping this compared to one in fourteen women could be considered a form of foraging who confessed the same. in the modern consumer environment.” This statistic makes sense with Because women were generally the gath- the common truth that most men do not en- erers, shopping is more suited for them. joy Christmas shopping, dare I say, shop- They spend time looking around and pick ping in general. In fact, in a survey done in the perfect berry/cute purse. Men, on the Queens, New York more than half the men other hand, were hunters who couldn’t said that they would rather be dumped, lose waste time as they were stalking their their job, or move back home than shop for prey, which explains their current grab- Christmas presents. and-go shopping tendency. Researchers have categorized The myth of the “Last Minute Man” is these male shopping procrastinators or the confirmed. From polls to evolutionary “Last Minute Men” into 3 groups: “the King of Prussia Mall...Image courtesy of http://www.visitphilly.com/ studies, it has been proven that men are grab and go” who want to get in and out more likely to procrastinate on their holi- of a store as quick as possible, “the whine buy something expensive that “your girl- associate who will guide men to the “per- day shopping than women. Validate it for and wait” who are dragged around shops friend/wife will just love!” Julian Cham- fect” gifts. yourself by going out to a mall on the 24th by women, and those who have “a fear of berlain, manager of a retail store in Eng- Because of this, men actually or before any major gift-giving holiday the feminine” and try to avoid shopping land, explains that the “Last Minute Man is spend 15 percent more on gifts when they and scout out the “Last Minute Man.” altogether. These men can be indentified a salesperson’s dream. He’s cash rich and shop at the last minute. On Christmas Eve, in large department stores wondering the time poor. He often makes a distress pur- purchases by men are behind 63 percent aisles aimlessly and sweating copiously chase when all rationality goes out of the of all high value sales. They will spend with a blank expression tinged with fear window. [He] has no list and browses hap- any amount of money on anything, (And and a credit card at the ready. lessly from aisle to aisle.” In light of this, I mean anything. One percent of Last Min- Obviously, stores take advantage stores train their staff to spot these men and ute Men do their gift shopping at gas sta- of men at this very vulnerable moment in go for the kill. Selfridges, a department tions.) as long as they can stop shopping as December 2011 Detours Page 7 Horoscopes Shopping Shockers By Cassandra Kyriazis, ‘12, Jill Trout- Taurus (4/20-5/20) - Aw shucky By Nicholas Diefenbach, ‘14 prevent them from getting the discounted man, ‘12, & Labonno Islam ducky, nine is fine. You may have suspend- Staff Writer electronics, which she wanted to purchase. Staff Writers ed your grand master plan, but that doesn’t Ten people were sent to the hospital with mean you’re not still garnering support for This year’s Black Friday may minor injuries. Meanwhile in San Fran- Sagitarrius (11/22-12/21) - Some- what you have in store. Skeletons in your have been the most violent one yet, but cisco, a man was shot in the parking lot of times your birthday gets outshined by a closet? Who cares! Don’t let the man get economically it turned out to be the most a Wal-Mart. Apparently, the man was de- turkey, just eat it and you’ll eliminate the you down! You go, Glen Coco! Pizza > stimulating shopping day in recent years. fending his merchandise from an attempt- competition! Aside from that minor ob- politics. “Black Friday” gets its name because it ed mugging by several robbers with guns stacle, you will come across an enchanted Gemini (5/21-6/21) - Watch out normally puts retailers “in the black” the who tried to take his family’s purchases by plume. The plume has magical powers, for the water on the edge of the bathroom day after Thanksgiving. This year was force. In North Carolina, gunshots were and if you go to school every day for a sink! You don’t want to look like your bel- especially competitive for the large name reported in a local mall food court, but month, it will grant you three wishes. But ly button peed itself! Oh and watch out for retailers, such as Best Buy, Wal-Mart, and thankfully no one was hurt. Police alleg- beware, all magic comes with a price... In cloudy water in the water fountains, but ac- Macy’s. The companies are fighting for edly beat one grandfather in Phoenix, Ari- the meantime, Happy Merry Christmah- tually. customers in today’s weak economy. Many zona because he was accused of shoplifting anakwanzeid everyone! Cancer (6/22-7/22) - You will stores lowered their already rock-bottom discounted video games. The video of the Capricorn (12/22-1/19) - Lately have a very lovely conversation with the prices more than they had in the past. Ac- unconscious man with a bloody face quick- you’ve been dancing and crying and laugh- student in the third floor window doing a cording to the National Retailers Federa- ly went viral on the Internet. Many cus- ing and having a really really really good record 13-day headstand. You will learn tion, 52.4 billion dollars were spent this tomers were screaming at the police about time. You’ll remember this moment for the that his name is Arty P. Roject, and he is year, in contrast to 2010 when Americans their brutality. The police are now under rest of your life. Just be warned, in order to just very ambitious. Tell him that you un- spent an estimated 45 billion dollars. This fire because the witnesses reported that the have the best dance party in the world, all derstand it’s hard to bathe yourself while was a 16 percent increase. Two hundred grandfather only put the video game in his you have to do is dance... doing such an extended headstand, but twenty six million customers shopped waistband to help his trampled grandson. Aquarius (1/20-2/18) - You will showers are important. A change of clothes and spent on average $398. The increase The police report, however, stated that the meet your true love this month. If it snows. might be nice for ol’ Arty, too. in sales is a sign that our economy may be grandfather was resisting arrest. And we don’t have school because of the Leo (7/23-8/22) - Try hitting up a recovering, but it also could be due to the Regardless of whether people snow. And it has to happen before Decem- techno dance party. There are yellow dia- days and days of hype prior to the sales. were spending because they have more ber 26. So, start wearing those PJs inside monds hidden in every sky. With all of the incredible deals, a money, or because they got caught up in all out, take those ice cubes out of your water Virgo (8/23-9/22) - There is a few people went to extremes just to save of the excitement, Black Friday 2011 was a glass and stick them in the toilet, and get Girls Next Door marathon on tomorrow on big. In Los Angeles, about 20 customers, one for the record books! used to sleeping with a spoon under your E!2. Instead of watching Glee with your including children, were pepper sprayed pillow. If it doesn’t snow, not only will you significant other, turn on the (insert any by a woman shopping at a Wal-Mart, to have to wait 10 more years to meet your team but the Eagles here) game and kick true love, but if you’re a girl, he’ll have a back with some pretzels. mustache and will bleach it. And no, his Libra (9/23-10/22) - You are ad- Answers to the November natural hair color isn’t bleach blonde. If dicted to Temple Run. Your doctor has you’re a guy, she will always wear pink. threatened you with the possibility of se- Crossword Like always. vere farsightedness problems. If you don’t Pisces (2/19-3/20) - Look up, cut back on the playing, something much look down, count to six, now triple inhale. worse than creepy skeleton-gorillas will Flap your arms twice whilst rubbing your catch up to you. Next thing you know, head and patting your tummy. Now wink the local ABC News will be calling you at the next person you see. Congratula- for an interview with the youngest person tions, you are now a federal marshall of in the area affected by carpal tunnel of the the grand state of Idaho. You will receive thumbs. your potato-shooter and Stetson in the mail Scorpio (10/23-11/21) - The Sing- within the next 4-6 business weeks. Thank Off has inspired you to start an acapella you for calling Good Police home of good group. How casual. Your bass #3 has been police. starting some drama because he likes his Aries (3/21-4/19) - Fangs. Pale beats fast and the bass down low...too low. Fangs. Furry Fangs. Bad acting. Where Don’t let his negativity get you down! Ask are you? You’re in a nightmare. You have him why can’t we be friends? If he answers a perpetual open-mouth problem, close that you look better with the lights off, tell it and run the other way. Do you know him he better never get to thinking he’s ir- where this is leading? An eternity with replaceable. You shine because you’ve got pale chills and a husband whose only ex- odes in different area codes. pression constitutes major whining.

By Ian Everbach, ‘13 1. E, in radio communication 5. Anoint by giving extreme unction to the dying December Crossword Puzzler 10. Annoy 14. Remorseful one 1. “___ of Good Feelings” 15. Marvel, to 21-Across 16. Frizzy hairstyle 2. See 53-down 17. See 45-across 3. Potion that poisoned Socrates 19. At a distance 4. Decorative golden alloy 20. Firewood 5. Circumference sections 21. Originator of mister Mr. Terrific and sergeant Sgt. 6. Biomed. research org. Rock 7. Clearly understood 23. Bread or dough 8. Double-edged scalpel 25. The answer to the riddle “Thirty white horses upon a 9. Those chosen for salvation, with ‘the’ red hill. First they clamp, then stamp and then they stand 10. Sir’s counterpart still.” 11. Least certain 26. Basque separatist movmt. 12. Infinitely-repeating geometric figure 27. It may power a CFL light 29. Kind of cell carcinoma 13. Sign on lawns 31. Congealed substance, informally 18. Substance obtained from 49-across 32. Archaic food-scrap 22. “I can’t wait!” 33. Crowd one another 23. ___ tai 34. English county 24. Periodically: abbr. 36. Informal greeting 25. Gull-like seabird 37. Took 5 or caught 40 28. Crucifix placed over the chancel 40. Prefix with U 30. ___ matter of fact 41. Kind of synthetic dye 33. Powerful genie 44. Arab commander: var. 34. Suffix that forms nouns, verbs, and adjectives 45. Typed on a 17-across 35. Italian opera composer Guiseppe 48. Tolstoy’s antithesis of Peace 36. Literally, sharpen with a whetstone 49. Scarlet seaweed 51. Bottle-_____ dolphin 37. Untanned leather 52. AIDS syndrome cause 38. Sent via computer 54. Place to store feed or missiles 39. Restaurant queue message, with ‘Now’ 55. Hip bones 40. Certain Japanese automobiles 56. US-Soviet negotiations that lead to the INF forces 41. Vodka brand treaty 42. Third unknown, in graphing 60. Private rooms 43. Fraternal assoc. 61. Daddy’s sister 45. Aristophanes play 62. Trick 46. #1 63. Work one’s way (toward) 47. Carnivores have none 64. See 34-Across 50. Alpha ____ Majoris 65. Non-lethal, as guns or grenades 53. Ornament for displaying 2-down flowers

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December 2011 Detours Page 8 All I Want For Christmas Best Board Games Is... Some Great Movies that tells him they can’t. In Elf, Will Ferrell By Josh Kauffman, ‘15 By Peter Gao, ‘13 & Sam Boxer, ‘14 sensation that’s sweeping board game na- wants to bond with his estranged father and Staff Writer Staff Writers tion, Settlers of Catan pits two to four play- in A Christmas Story, Ralphie just wants a ers in a fascinating battle of diplomacy and The art of film has many genres. Red Ryder B.B. gun. These films are near As the weather takes a turn for sheer luck. Winner of the Meeples’ Choice From comedies to film noir, the moving and dear to all of us during the holiday sea- the worse, one may wonder what to do Award and the Deutscher Spiele Preis, picture has captured our hearts and our son for their loving interpretations of the when bored. Personally we enjoy sitting Settlers of Catan is like that critically ac- imagination for more than a century. How- winter holidays. At the end of year, we all by the hearth and listening to the classical claimed obscure band that you’ve probably ever, there is only one category of film that reflect on the goals we accomplished that stylings of jazz maestro Kenny G, while never heard of. encompasses humor, emotion, and festive year and can relate to someone like Buddy playing some of our favorite board games. 4. Connect Four: Designed by cheer: the holiday movie. Yes, whether it the Elf trying so hard to reach his own goal In this spirit, we’ve come up with our top board game genii Howard Wexler and be Christmas or Hanukah (the only Kwan- of convincing his father to love him. 10 list of best board games ever, in hopes Ned Strongin in 1974, this addicting verti- zaa movie I can find is a documentary When it comes to holiday films that are of expanding the local board game com- cal board game has proven a hit with the called The Black Candle. If you have, at just disgraces to the genre, I have a few munity. under-10 population. Although this game any time, viewed this film, I would like to special picks. The first is Deck the Halls. 10. Every other board game ever has been mathematically solved (hint: start hear your thoughts.), holiday films have This “comedy” stars Matthew Broderick except Clue: Who in their right mind came in the middle), it provides a challenge to always held a special place in our hearts. and Danny DeVito as neighbors compet- up with Clue? The true object of Clue is everyone who has conquered its inferior Yet, not-so rarely, a film will come along ing for the best Christmas lights on the simply to cheat your way to victory by cousin, tic-tac-toe. that appears to have cashed in on the holi- planet. With its lame humor and desper- stealing your brother’s sheet and furiously 3. Trivial Pursuit: While our time day spirit in order to make a quick buck ate grabs at Christmas themes to give the copying it down. Nonsense. True enthusi- would be better spent pursuing more fruit- or was good-hearted enough but was, movie some heart, it’s safe to say that this asts never cheat. ful endeavors, this board game remains a simply, just terrible. We, as good-hearted is no Ferris Bueller or One Flew over the 9. Parcheesi: This Indian clas- household staple for its uncanny ability to people, must do our best to highlight these Cuckoo’s Nest for Broderick and DeVito, sic is far superior to its American cousin stump and frustrate. What three European films, if only to save a poor child from be- respectively. “Sorry!” True enthusiasts give no apolo- countries begin with the letter A? What ing robbed of their untarnished Christmas Possibly the worst holiday movie gies for victory. As U.S. state boasts spirit by a viewing of Four Christmases. I’ve seen is also the odd one out among its your traveling piec- the most car own- I am here now to with an introduction to brethren. That film is the Hanukah story es seek refuge in ers? The world may holiday films that rose above the pack and called Eight Crazy Nights. This animated the central “home” never know. some that tripped themselves up in their film stars the voice and likeness of Adam one can only hope 2. Scrabble: own schlock and overall depravity. Sandler, who took the title from a lyric of that they do not get Ever since the The greatest holiday film of all his much-beloved classic, “The Hanukah bounced by your emergence of a cer- time is, of course, It’s a Wonderful Life. Song.” While we usually associate animat- opponents. tain phone-based This 1946 Frank Capra-directed clas- ed films with children’s laughter and cute 8. Man- copycat of this clas- sic stars Jimmy Stewart as George Bai- images, this abomination is anything but. cala: Mancala, com- sic game, the fate of ley, a man who has lived his entire life Almost all of the film’s jokes are extremely ing from the Arabic Scrabble has been in the small town of Bedford Falls. We cras. In fact, Sandler’s folly almost ru- Monopoly is the best! Image courtesy word “to move” will uncertain. Howev- see George develop from a small boy to ined me for holiday movies. If you need of amazon.com have you jumping er, true board game a grown family man. The film’s culmina- your faith restored in the virtues of holi- out of your seats as you accuse your op- connoisseurs will always appreciate Scrab- tion is regarded as one of the most famous day films, I suggest a viewing of A Very ponent of cheating. It just bounced out of ble for its combination of obscure words scenes in movie history. After having Harold & Kumar Christmas. It really is a the pit, we swear. and straight lines. Bananagrammers, be- his life fall to pieces on Christmas Eve, joy to watch. Speaking as a Jewish person, 7. Chess/Checkers/Backgam- ware. George attempts to commit suicide by I must say it really is a shame that Eight mon: Frankly, these games are basically all 1. Monopoly: Expanding the ho- jumping off a bridge into the ice cold wa- Crazy Nights is the best we can do, as far identical, so we’ve bundled them up into rizons of young moguls everywhere, Mo- ter below. Thankfully, his guardian angel as Hanukah films are concerned. To date, one at number seven. While chess elitists nopoly has burned up coffee tables since Clarence jumps in and pulls him out. After the best Hanukah movie or TV special is insist that they deserve their own club, its invention in 1934. Ever wanted to put revealing himself, Clarence tries to show “A Rugrats Hanukah,” an episode of the board game enthusiasts, such as ourselves, your brother out of business? Who hasn’t? just how much George has helped his com- children’s animated series in which the ba- happily welcome chess into our inner For these reasons, we’ve put Monopoly at munity by presenting to him what Bedford bies see Grandpa Boris act in a Hanukah circle. Keep triple jumping those check- number one. For all of you who’ve ever Falls would be like if there were no George play. While this VHS release is mostly now mates. actually finished a game of Monopoly, we Bailey. The resulting scene showcases just seen in Hebrew schools everywhere from 6. Battleship: With a franchise salute you. how grateful we should all be and how it New York to Los Angeles, I think it is a film due to come out in 2012, this game So, the next time you are sit- really is a wonderful life. The fact that the high time for a Hanukah theatrical release is currently experiencing a mass revival in ting and enjoying a hot cup of eggnog, scene takes place on Christmas Eve ce- of high quality, on par with the likes of Elf local board game clubs. We simply hope and watching yet another re-run of Fresh ments this film as a holiday classic. or, at the very least, Scrooged. that this doesn’t turn Battleship into the Prince of Bel-Air, remember our list. Save Two more recent holiday stan- With all of these holiday classics in mind, I next Clue. yourself from another fit of hysteria from a dards are Elf and A Christmas Story. Both wish you all a very happy holiday and joy- 5. Settlers of Catan: The German classic Carlton Dance. of these films star a boyish personality ous movie viewing. who is trying to reach his goal in a world Arthur’s Christmas By Nikitha Cherayil, ‘13 & Jessica same. Our personal favorite is Buster’s ode Muffy praises Christmas. holiday spirit through the eyes of a small Cherayil to Baxter Day, a holiday made to calm his The show continues with a portrayal of the kid. This was nice because it brought us Staff Writer mother’s nerves. One of the beloved stan- usual holiday hype. Arthur hurries to get back to a more innocent time when all we zas goes as follows: the perfect gifts for his family while dodg- cared about was whether Santa got our let- Hoping to get in the spirit of the “We could just sleep late if that’s what we ing and weaving through the packed mall ter and how to make our Christmas tree look holiday season and continue our annual wanted to do. We could even stay in pa- (Great action scene!). Meanwhile, his sis- perfect. If you just want to remind yourself tradition, we sat down to watch Arthur’s jamas all day and maybe eat a snack or... ter, D.W. is filling out her letter to Santa, about your favorite childhood TV show, or Perfect Christmas, a PBS classic from five!” obsessing over Tina the Talking Tabby, the just want to immerse yourself in the season, the TV hit Arthur. Watching it probably Watching it this time, we were intrigued “in” toy this year, and decorating the tree. Arthur’s Perfect Christmas is just for you. the hundredth time renewed love for this by the characters’ quirky features. Trying Arthur’s family welcomes their clumsy, yet Have a boogie-woogie Christmas (or holi- special as well as Arthur in general. It has to capture the voice of pre-pubescent boys, wise Uncle Fred to their home who reminds day season) and a rockin‘ and a rollin‘ New been a while since we have indulged our- Arthur and Buster sounded especially high Arthur in his time of need, that “you might Year! selves into a good 15 minute episode, so and annoyingly cute. (It seems like as the not always get what you want. You might this was a pleasant experience after a hard TV series continues, the male characters go get something better.” Oh Uncle Fred... week of school. through reverse puberty, a Benjamin But- We ran through several emotions while There are innumerable perfect ton-esque phenomenon, where their voices watching the TV special. Our hearts broke things about Arthur’s Perfect Christmas. just get higher.) Arthur’s singing voice was as we watched Arthur hold a broken glass First of all, the special is a musical. If you fantastic, like that of a young Frank Sina- duck intended for his mother; we “awwed” loved other Arthur musical hits, such as tra. He also wowed us with his exemplary at the ending; we rejoiced when all prob- the world famous Having Fun Isn’t Hard piano skills, which played during the open- lems were solved; and we marveled when When You’ve Got A Library Card, you’ll ing scenes. it snowed just in time for the ending musi- love this music-filled extravaganza. Fea- Since Arthur is an educational TV show, cal number. We giggled throughout as we turing an assortment of musical numbers we are taught about what various cultures relived memories from our Arthur-watch- ranging from Muffy’s somber tune about do during the holidays. George honors ing years (not too long ago). her best friend to Arthur’s slightly off- Santa Lucia, the Brain celebrates Kwan- Arthur’s Perfect Christmas is great for all Arthur’s Christmas image courtesy pitch finale, your ears will never feel the zaa, Francine celebrates Hanukah, and ages. We were quickly enveloped in the of amazon.com December 2011 Arts & Entertainment Page 9 Holiday Music = Love Holiday Movies: Also

By Tyler Gallagher, ‘12 Pretty Great Staff Writer 6.Monster Zarbon-“Drunk on X-Mas” (Shouts out to my boyz in Monster Zarbon) By Holly Buhler, ‘14 Staff Writer Polar Express 7.Lil B - “I Think I’m Santa Claus” Seriously, why does everyone If this movie doesn’t make you wish that hate Christmas music? I know some of the you were little again then I don’t know 8.Jay-Z and Beyonce - “Second Coming” worst songs ever are Christmas songs (I’m what would. I bet I’m not the only one that (Yes, I am saying that Jay-Z and Beyonce’s When it comes to Christmas mov- looking at you, the Killers. I heard “Don’t wishes I could have been lucky enough to baby will be the second coming of Jesus. ies, the oldies are most certainly the good- Shoot Me Santa” on the radio the other day, take a ride on the Polar Express. Despite Believe what you will.) ies, with just a few exceptions of course. and 25% of my soul died), but some of the the creepy homeless man that shows up ev- best are too. Okay, “Do They Know It’s erywhere and rides on the top of the train. Christmas?” is pretty bad and borderline A Year Without a Santa Claus Besides that, the Polar Express is any kid’s offensive. But think about songs like “Last Despite the clearly ancient cameras and ef- ideal Christmas/Santa Claus experience— Christmas” by Wham! or “The Christmas fects used during it, I think it’ll always be and maybe even still is for those of you Song” by Nat King Cole (the first and last up there as one of my favorite Christmas that still hear the bell… I have a knack for time Wham! and Nat King Cole will be movies. Imagining a year without Santa corny Christmas one-liners. mentioned in a sentence together, I really Claus definitely would be a “blue Christ- deserve an award). Maybe we just need mas” (corny enough?). Just a little joke for some good ol’ holiday spirit to destroy those of you who have seen the ancient, Rudolph the hostility surrounding Christmas music and by ancient I mean at least 40-year-old, Another oldie but goodie. You can’t help these days. Here’s my list of hypothetical movie. The familiar “I’m Mr. Heatmizer” but feel bad for poor little Rudolph, com- holiday songs (I threw in a couple Hanuk- song always seems to be an easy way of pletely rejected for his shiny red nose. I kah songs as well) that would definitely getting into the holiday spirit, if you’re don’t think I could count how many times supply some: someone who’s lacking just that. I’ve seen this movie, but it never gets old. 1. Andrew WK - “Christmas Party” Elf The Grinch 2.Andrew WK - “Eight Hanukkah Par- The godly couple. “Buddy the Elf, what’s your favorite col- I’m not so sure how people feel about The ties” image courtesy people.com or?” Ring a bell? I don’t think I’ve come Grinch. As a kid I know I was always a across a person who doesn’t like the movie little scared of the Grinch, and how he so 3.Katy Perry - “Light My Menorah” badly wanted to ruin Christmas for every- I personally think all of these Elf. Will Ferrell alone is hysterical, but Will one. I don’t think it does such a great job of songs would revitalize the Christmas mu- Ferrell acting as an emotional, fully grown 4.The Killers - “Really, We’re Putting Out putting you in the Christmas spirit, but it’s sic industry. End the hate. Christmas music man who thinks that he’s an elf is even fun- Another Awful Christmas Song?” a definite Christmas classic. rules. nier. Elf has become a holiday classic that I’m sure has earned its way into everyone’s 5.Eminem - “Yelling at My Kids on Christ- Christmas movie marathon line-up. mas”

1/14 Rebelution @ Electric Factory Concert Schedule Winter 2011/12 1/15 In Flames @ Trocadero Hawt Or Tom By Gabrielle Verzella ‘13 1/20 Anthony Green @ Union Transfer Nawt Mizsei at Staff Writer 1/21 Man Man @ Union Transfer 12/15 The Maine @ The First Unitarian By Soraya Perry, ‘13 Tom Jones Church 1/26 Lamb of God @ Trocadero Columnist By Tom Mizsei, ‘12 12/16 Wu-Tang Clan @ Trocadero (18 +) 1/26 Megadeath w/ Motorhead@ Susque Staff Writer hanna Bank Center Hawt: 12/17 The War on Drugs @ Union Trans- fer 1/28 Moshav @ Union Transfer Edamame Hummus - It’s chill if you’re ap- prehensive about this one. I was as well, The following is True Dialogue: 12/17 Mantis Metal Fest @ Trocadero 1/29 Thurston Moore @ First Unitarian until I looked past the greenish tint and re- Tom: Sup love! Church alized you haven’t experienced edamame Christie: Hi. What’d you want? 12/21 Molly Moore @ The Balcony or hummus until you’ve tried them both T: Blue Ribbon Spec… 1/31 The Swellers w/ You Me At Six @ together. After all, two positives make a C: -ial with eggs over easy, white toast, 12/22 Victory in Numbers @ The Bal- The Barbary double positive. coke, and a really small orange juice? cony T: I love you 2/4 Nick Carter @ Trocadero How I Met Your Mother - I know I’m C: … 12/23 Ruby the Hatchet @ Trocadero jumping on this bandwagon a tad bit late... T: You know I’m reviewing this place for 2/4 SOJA @ Electric Factory my school paper right? 12/28 The New Deal @ TLA Ogden Nash - Prepare to be captivated by C: Sure. 2/4 Rise Against w/ A Day to Remember the Strath Haven Cantata as they perform T: Can I have my meal on the “for free”? 12/28 Valencia @ Electric Factory @ Susquehanna Bank Center Eric Whitacre’s piece “Animal Crackers” C: No this winter, a soft and moving choral work T: *flips table over* 12/28 Lucero @ Union Transfer 2/7 The Darkness w/ Foxy Shazam @ Tro set to the poetry of Ogden Nash. “I don’t Tom Jones family restaurant is the lifeblood cadero mind eels. Except as meals. And the way of Strath Haven High School me. The Tech 12/30 Thursday @ TLA they feels.” Crew is completely reliant on their literally 2/11 The Summer Set @ Union Transfer UNFAILING ability to produce mediocre 12/30 Third Eye Blind w/ Sublime @ The Jeremiah Wood - We miss you, bro. food at criminal prices in the wee hours of Electric Factory 2/11 Umphrey’s McGee @ Electric Fac the morn. You can even spot stray mem- tory Nawt: bers of our marching band (who have lives 12/30 The Heavy Beat @ Trocadero other than marching band HAHAHA just 2/15 Doomtree @ Union Transfer Swirlfrutti - Rest in peace. I’ll always trea- kidding) there after games. I really can’t 12/31 Lotus @ Festival Pier sure what could have been. explain how much I adore this place with- 2/17 Zola Jesus @ Union Transfer out uttering expletives that would make a 12/31 Good Old War @ TLA Umbrellas - Stop being wusses and brave sailor blush. Some of the most choice wait- 2/18 Big Gigantic @ Electric Factory the rain! You’ll find that letting yourself get resses in the land serve here, of special note 12/31 Clutch @ Trocadero wet releases an endorphin rush you can’t Christie (my favorite). They WILL remem- 2/25 Heartless Bastards @ Union Transfer receive from wrestling with an uncoopera- ber you and definitely appreciate the hast- 1/5 Sicktrust @ Trocadero tive umbrella. And it feels like you’re in ily scrawled IOU cards you leave on the 2/25 Pink Floyd Experience @ Electric Fac- The Notebook. cardboard like napkins. By this I mean for 1/7 See-I @ Union Transfer tory the love of whatever god you serve do not write the waitresses IOUs instead of tips… 1/12 Girls w/ King Krule @ Union Trans you cheap !^@&$… fer December 2011 Arts & Entertainment Page 10 Sarah and James’ Pop Culture Smorgasbord V-necks’ evil twin and some more Rihanna-hatin’.

By Sarah Shulbank-Smith, ‘12 into socially acceptable pants), but what We Found Love part of a strange little intro and not part of Columnist I cannot seem to fathom is the need for the actual lyrics? Don’t get me wrong, the James Haxton, ‘12 the latest trend—the deep U-neck. Dum, When I’m driving I like to plug my iPod bit about “feel[ing] the heartbeat in [her] Columnist dum, DUMMMM. Now, we all know the into my car and listen to my own music. mind” really gets me, but all in all the horrors of the deep V-neck, but this new One tragic day, I forgot my iPod. “We lyrics are fairly ridiculous. Are diamonds You, Me, and Deep U-Necks strain of hipster fashion is just too much Found Love” by Rihanna (ft. Calvin Har- yellow nowadays? I guess I’m just behind for the rest of society to handle. Even ris) was on approximately every station the times. Admittedly, though, I do kind of What ever happened to old-fashioned worse, this style is predominantly worn that I put on. I was enjoy this fashion? Jeggings, pajama-jeans, crop by men. I hate to break it to you guys, but confused. Why was song, in there is a reason girls wear yoga this song popular? a getting- pants and we don’t, and that same What was this ready-to- reason applies to deep U-necks. “hopeless place”? go-out-and- I have in fact had the misfortune Since then, I’ve needing- to see a deep U in person. Where, heard the song to-dance you ask? Swarthmore College many more times. kind of campus, of course! I’m predict- Firstly, I’d like to way. Also, ing the advent of a new campus mention that she I’d like to rule that will outlaw these heinous says “we found apologize shirts (and the unacceptable chest love in a hopeless to Rihanna hair they expose) from seeing the place” SIXTEEN because light of day. I’m also predicting times. I counted. I’ve now that the Swarthmore students will This makes me made fun rebel in protest. Hipsters... what think that that line of both can you do? Just know that if you must be super im- “What’s have seen a plunging neckline portant. So I began My Name” without a point to it, you are not wondering…what and “We alone, and it is appropriate to run IS this hopeless Found Love” in my away whilst screaming hysteri- place? My current Rihanna finding love. column. I actually cally. Personally, I believe that ideas include a image courtesy planetill.com love Rihanna usually; there should be a special segment rodeo, a dumpster, she just tends to be a of the morning announcements on or a midnight bit repetitive (sixteen Fridays that identify every deep premiere showing of Breaking Dawn. times…). No biggie. How manly. U-neck offender and supporter, Secondly, I watched the music video, and image courtesy bodysphere.de and to have a watch-list for those rock- it was adorable. It features a one-minute ing the deep V-necks to ensure they do intro with someone talking in a British ac- tops… all are clothing that have obvi- not cross over to the dark side of these cent (Rihanna isn’t British…) about love ously evolved out of a craving for comfort alphabet-associated fashion faux pas. and how intense relationships can get. I (along with the evolution of leggings was touched, but why did this have to be The Overlooked Art of SHHS Reps at District Glassblowing Chorus

By Tomer Stern, ‘13 hand tools, such as vices, tweezers, scis- By Phil Bergman, ‘12 for each of their voice parts. Staff Writer sors, and miniature blow pipes. To color Staff Writer Dan Haddaway, ‘13 the glass, the artist will dip the hot glass With 15 students qualifying, Haven has Staff Writer into different chemical compounds to get the most kids going from a single school, the desired color. For example, uranium a testament to the hard work of choral can be used to give glass a fluorescent director John Shankweiler. green color (the use of radioactive ele- Fifteen Strath Haven High School “The thing that excites me most about You pass by it every day. You drink from ments for this step is, of course, optional). students qualified for the 2012 PMEA districts is that it’s a reflection on the it every day. You look through it every The practice of using uranium dates back District 12 Chorus. student’s individual motivation,” Shank- day. But do you ever stop to appreciate it to around 79 AD in Rome. Seniors Kyle Leigh Carney, Sarah Shul- weiler said. “We sing these pieces in at all? Since glassblowing originated, bank-Smith, James Haxton, and Jeremy Camerata, but Robotics. Ceramics. Drawing. Painting. there have been many different advances they take it one Music. Metal and new tech- step further to Working. Wood niques. These in- really be able to Shop. All of clude sandblasting do so well in the these arts are and acid etching audition.” offered and to make the glass Senior alto and endorsed by the appear frosted, the three-year Dis- Wallingford- international studio trict participant, Swarthmore glass movement, Sarah Shulbank- school district. and most recently, Smith, was the But we feel electroforming. only Haven that there is Electroforming choir member to The art of glassblowing. something missing is the process of rank first in her image courtesy oldtowncalifornia.com from these oppor- replacing the outer selected voice tunities offered in layers of glass with part. our school— the copper. This results in a shinier, metal- “I’m very glad ignored art of glassblowing. lic looking glass piece. The inside is still to be first chair.” Glassblowing has been around glass; however, without checking it looks Shulbank-Smith since 50 BC, and its basic mechanics like a sculpted piece of metal. The cop- said. “I worked have not changed since Roman times. per shell also adds to the durability of a Everyone loves PMEA! very hard and put all of my heart into the The artist or team of artists usually start normally very fragile piece of art. image courtesy district5.pmea.net audition, but I feel that everybody has the off by dipping a metal hollow rod into a We strongly believe that Strath potential to do well as well, and advance 2000-degree furnace filled with molten Haven High School needs to do a better to a higher chair after re-auditions.” glass (possibly contributing to the art’s job of including glassblowing in its art Marcus, juniors Caitlin Vanderwolf, Kylie 2012 PMEA District 12 will take place current “ignored” status in public high curriculum. It is no more dangerous than Teller, Kara McGee, Ciara Lucas, Soraya from January 26-28 at Radnor High schools). Then, the artist exhales into the welding during metal class or operating Perry, June Lee, Andrew Perricone, Henry School in Radnor, Pa, with the concert be- blow pipe, enlarging the circumference huge saws during woodshop, and as an art Foggo, and Kalev Rudolph, sophomore ing held on the 28th in the auditorium. of the piece to match their designs. The it is equally, if not more, important. Dan Grossman, and freshman Luke Cle- red hot glass is then shaped using various ments advanced after ranking in the top 20 December 2011 Arts & Entertainment Page 11 Alternative Advertence: 10 Top Albums of 2011 By Peter Gao, ‘13 Staff Writer 5. Jay Z and Kanye West- Watch the Christian Belanger, ‘13 Throne: Kanye and Jay’s self-proclaimed Staff Writer “luxury rap” is at once exceptionally produced and obnoxiously extravagant. On this album, Kanye and Jay go to such great lengths as to preach to their unborn 10. Cults- Cults: At just a little over sons on “New Day”. Still, few producers half an hour, the New York band’s debut today rival Kanye West in ability, so while album doesn’t last long, but the catchy the verses might not stick in your mind, songs will stay in your head for much, the beats will. Listen to: “No Church in much longer. While the lyrics can at times the Wild” belie her light tone, Madeline Follin sings melodically enough, and the music is upbeat and simple. The songs are inter- spersed with brief audio clips of speeches by actual cult leaders, lending an ap- 4. St. Vincent- Strange Mercy: Annie pealing air of menace to the entire thing. Clarke, the musician behind St. Vincent, Listen to: “Oh My God” is by turns both mesmerizing and cutting on Strange Mercy, her third album. She used to be a member of Sufjan Stevens’ touring band, and it is evident here, as she showcases her musical range with both 9. The Antlers – Burst Apart: Vocalist her guitar and her voice, quickly switch- Peter Silberman’s soaring falsetto guides ing from a poppy lightness to something this album, blending eeriness with inti- much darker and more sinister. Listen to: macy. Chockfull of agonized ballads, this “Year of the Tiger” sophomore effort from the Brooklyn band does not quite match up to the sheer emo- tion of Hospice, their stunning debut, but it provides smiles and laughs all the same. 3. Fleet Foxes- Helplessness Blues: It Listen to: “Putting the Dog to Sleep” seems as if half the bands on this list feature tormented lead men with falsettos, but, unlike the rest, Fleet Foxes also have harmonies! There are plenty on Helpless- ness Blues, along with some truly heartfelt and sincere music that made me (Peter) want to move to the country, plant an or- chard, and spend my days picking apples 8. The Roots- Undun: Led by staunch and meditating on life. Listen to: “Help- Bachmann supporter and lead drummer lessness Blues”, “Grown Ocean” ?uestlove, this somber concept album chronicles the life and death of Redford Stephens. Rapper Black Thought lends his philosophical musings to the album, but the true strength of this album lies in the vivid orchestration. Listen to: “Stomp” 2. James Blake- James Blake: British pro- ducer James Blake’s debut sets the scene for a promising career in pseudo-dubstep. Skillfully blending soulful samples with scattered beats, James Blake may not have created one of the most accessible albums of the year, but he’s fashioned one of the 7. Wilco- The Whole Love: While some deepest. Listen to: “Measurements” may classify Wilco as uninspired, dull, boring dad-rock, it’s actually talented and fascinating, well, dad-rock. At its heart, The Whole Love is an intricate album from seasoned indie-rock veterans who Bon Iver: have been around since 1994, the year I 1. Bon Iver- Wisconsin native Justin Vernon recorded his first album in a log My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy was born, and its low-key yet extremely cabin, but after his star turn on Kanye West’s , it ap- enjoyable songs are both soothing and pears that Bon Iver has finally begun to take the spotlight. Vernon’s falsetto is omnipres- challenging. Plus, maybe you can even ent throughout this concise self-titled album. With stunning orchestrations and soaring bond with your parents over this one. synths, Bon Iver does away with the bare-bones acoustics of Bon Iver’s last album, For Listen to: “Sunloathe” Emma, Forever Ago. Highlights include “Perth” and “Calgary”. Listen to: “Holocene”

All images 6. The Black Keys- El Camino: After courtesy last year’s Brothers, no one expected spin.com another album from these Akron natives, but we’re certainly glad they came out with one anyways. As Gabe Kroch com- mented, “The riffs fly faster than ever!” While the songs might not have the lyrical or musical depth as those on Bon Iver, the album’s certainly a fun ride. Listen to: “Lonely Boy” December 2011 Opinions Page 12 Ryder Scott: Dictator?

By Ian Anderson, ‘12 organization that can be trusted. By Pat Doyle ‘12 not what your alma mater can do for you. Staff Writer How do I know about Ryder’s Staff Writer Ask what you can do for your alma mat- despicable actions? In a student coun- ter” Ryder said to me once. These words cil meeting he personal told me that he have defined his presidency. Ryder takes Like many of you I live in con- was ready to fight me any time and that Ryder Scott is an American these words very seriously. stant fear of the leader of Strath Haven. I was a weakling compared to him. He hero. For as long as I can remember I What makes a hero you may ask? He is a totalerianistic ruler who oppresses made a contraption out of a rubber band have wanted nothing more than to be just Some Swarthmorean hippies such as us working people, those who strive to and marker cap and proceeded to sling like Ryder when I grow up. I don’t know Ian claim he is too bold. I say we stop give their best. Yet he constantly seems to things at me; when he missed (due to his whether it’s his classic good looks, or his throwing around accusations and actually keep us silent, our collective voices seem poor motor skills) he told me to fetch the majestic air; the kid is doing something make him dictator of the school. Admit- to have no sway in this despotic soci- tedly there is a risk in any course we ety. Obviously I am talking about Ryder follow including this, but every lesson in Scott, the “president” of our school. We history tells us that the greater risk lies all remember the election, well were the in appeasement, and this is the specter results ever made public? NO. Why is our well-meaning liberal friends refuse to that you may ask? Well there is only one face–thagt their policy of accommodation explanation for this: he is a dictator. This is appeasement, and it gives no choice wouldn’t be a major problem if it weren’t between peace and war, only between for the fact that he is president of literally fight and surrender. If we continue to every other club he does. This creates a accommodate, continue to back and situation in which no one can escape his retreat, eventually we have to face the wrathful gaze. final demand–the ultimatum. And what I am sure I’m not the only one then? When Nikita Khrushchev has told who has had friends disappear. I actually his people he knows what our answer will received a note written in blood from be? He has told them that we are retreat- one of these acquaintances, claiming that ing and someday when the time comes to he was actually sent to the Scott Fam- deliver the ultimatum, our surrender will ily Gulag, where he was imprisoned for be voluntary because by that time we will crimes against the state, and the family have weakened from within spiritually, that runs this mockery of a free society. If morally, and economically. it were up to democracy then the people He believes this because from our side would have overthrown this tyrant long he has heard voices pleading for “peace ago; however, due to the president’s at any price” or “better Red than dead,” secret initiation camp, LINK, he is able or as one commentator g put it, he would to keep power by training lackeys and rather “live on his knees than die on his grunts in order to maintain an iron grip right. I am proud to say we were close feet.” You and I know and do not believe on this school. Now you may ask what friends. I have watched closely as our stu- that life is so dear and peace so sweet as makes LINK a training center for Ryder’s Will the real Ryder Scott please stand up? dent council president has risen through Images courtesy of Facebook to be purchased at the price of chains and political police. The more correct ques- the ranks. Strath Haven was built on the slavery. If nothing in life is worth dying tion is what isn’t so evil about it? First no marker caps, treating me like a dog, creat- sweat and tears of Ryder Scott. for, when did this begin–just in the face of one is ever able to speak on what hap- ing a constant cycle of oppression. Well Some people in this school claim Ryder this enemy? Or should Moses have told pens at this secretive training facility, it Strath Haven, this is the day that we stand has gotten too powerful. It’s been said the khildren of Israel to live in slavery is shrouded in mystery with the inductees up to the oppressor. This is the day that we by self-proclaimed “muck raking journal- under the pharaohs? Should Christ have constantly speaking in verbal encrypted say enough is enough. This day we must ist” Ian Anderson that Ryder is secretly refused the cross? Should the patriots at commands the next day. Another point is end this reign of madness; this day the a “German imperialist.” Frankly these Concord Bridge have thrown down their that an Anderson has yet to be invited to revolution begins. claims are ridiculous. Have you ever seen guns and refused to fire the shot heard one of these gatherings. First of all if Ian Ryder wearing one of those spiky hats? I ’round the world? The martyrs of history Anderson, the muck racking journalist and didn’t think so! were not fools, and our honored dead who all-around American hero, isn’t invited So as you are reading the opposing gave their lives to stop the advance of then it clearly isn’t something that is good article just think for a minute. What the Nazis didn’t die in vain. Ryder looks for our society. But more importantly, possible motive could he have apart from the part and is good and patriotic on the Brynn Anderson, my super favorite sister, helping his school? I don’t think there inside and that is all that matters. wasn’t invited then so it clearly isn’t an is a corrupt bone in Ryder’s body. “Ask Cheesy Holiday Traditions

By Kirsten Wise ‘12 and the most stomach room will succeed. holidays. detail. This is a rising dairy superstar – the Staff Writer Basically, be prepared: never eat as much Now, cheesers and cheesettes, cheese brand has been spreading like Brie at dinner and stay away from bread. if you’ve been reading this article for over many food stores in the area, includ- Now, I’m not talking about those As the years go on with this tra- a while (or just browsed through it last ing the addictive 320 Market. A little goofy rituals your mother makes you do; sweeter than and not as strong-tasting as there aren’t no ugly sweaters here. I’m the sharp Provolone, it has the right bal- talking about the old time-and-true tradi- ance that never fails any set of taste buds tion of eating your face off. Every year at and is a perfect first cheese of the night. Thanksgiving and Christmas, my fam- Basically, Prima Donna is your fun, easy- ily buys a ton of cheese from the Italian going cousin (“prima” is cousin in Span- Market in South Philly to sit down and ish, comprende?) that you always want try. If you’re looking for a new family to say hi first at the family party because tradition, I definitely recommend this one your cuz will be all smiles and a great because 1) You’re eating cheese and 2) It sidekick during the never-ending night of beats your twenty-some-year-old siblings family cheer. and you taking a picture with Santa at the So what makes bringing out ten mall, especially if one of the elves is one kinds of cheese at the dinner table a tradi- of your classmates and you say hi but then tion? Is it the gaudy side dishes we add, a little kid suddenly realizes The Truth the olives, five kinds of crackers from It- and starts to freak out and the mother is aly, grapes, fruit, nuts, and even seasoned glaring you down like you’re Scrooge… anchovies? The poinsettias-themed plates, Anyways, this tradition is perfect maybe? We might go all decked-out for for older families, unless your younger the night, but that’s not the heart of my siblings can handle sitting around for family’s tradition: it’s the conversations an hour and understand what “smoked” we have with each other about cheese, and “sharp” means, but then again, not eating too much, family gossip… oh, and every child was like me at age five (No dition, we switch the line-up Image courtesy of K. month), you know I’ve talked love and caring and all that stuff, too. Big Deal). Keep in mind, however, that a little with some new ones Wise about this wonderful slice of endurance is a crucial part of this cheesy here and there, but there dairy called Prima Donna and ritual. Only those with the strongest will is one that will always be home for the now is finally the time to go into more December 2011 Opinions Page 13 Redistricting Coldplay: Reviewed Debacle

By Kit Wheeldon, ‘13 and Abby Lowe, been chopped up by the Republican ma- By Tim Crouch, ‘15 the dance hall of ETIAW is falling down. ‘12 chine. According to the Delco Times, the Resident Fashionista “Princess of China” features Rihanna on Staff Writers 7th district that is held by Republican U.S. vocals alongside Martin, the first such Rep Pat Meehan “stretches from southern collaboration in Coldplay’s career to date, How much vocabulary from 8th Montgomery County through Delaware Anyone who is a fan of Coldplay and sounds entirely electronic, with plenty grade social studies do you remember? If County and across the center of Chester has been tuned into the hype about the of distortion. “Up in Flames” provides the answer is nothing, congrats – way to County like a belt…[and] continues to fifth album, Mylo Xyloto (MX). Cold- balance and relaxes after the smashing block out almost all of middle school as wander into eastern Lancaster County and play’s popularity is evident; MX went beats of “Princess”, with Martin’s beauti- a coping method. However, there is one north to include about a quarter of Berks up on iTunes for preorders on September ful piano dominating the song. It’s remi- word you might want to remember: gerry- County.” This districting change gives the 12, and has hardly left the top 10 albums niscent of “Fix You”, perhaps Coldplay’s mandering. Not ringing any bells? Simply Republicans in our area, such as Meehan, since, vying recently with Adele’s 21 for finest achievement. The third and last put, gerrymandering is a slang term used the most votes possible. the top spot. The album is something short instrumental, “A Hopeful Transmis- in politics that refers to politicians redraw- Unfair, wrong, and disgraceful new, something different, and something sion”, harks back to the opening MX, ing districts’ legislative maps so that their are all words that come to mind while better. In my opinion, MX is Coldplay’s bringing the album full circle before going political party can rake in as many seats assessing this important issue. We are the best work thus far, over 2002’s A Rush of straight into “Don’t Let It Break Your in the state and federal legislature as pos- young people of an extremely important Blood to the Head and 2005’s X & Y. It Heart”, the most “classic Coldplay” song sible. The history of the word comes from area/state for politics. Don’t let apathy is very much a crooked politics; created due to former rule -- share your opinions on gerryman- concept album. Massachusetts governor Elbridge Gerry’s dering with your representatives now. And unlike redistricting of the state in 1812, it com- many artists, bines Gerry’s own name with “salaman- Coldplay clearly der” (supposedly the shape of his district pays attention to after redistricting). This immoral practice The Panther organizing their has been part of the U.S law system for Press wants to album as an al- decades and at the moment looks like it bum, instead of has no plans for stopping. hear your voice! just a collection Gerrymandering can, and has, led of similar-sound- to distorted election results. Due to party Send articles to ing songs - MX politics, it looks like certain lawmakers in is coherent and our very own state have used this unfair shpantherpress@ flows beautiful- practice to try and maximize the power ly. It is split into of their voters for the upcoming election gmail.com two “sides”, or in 2012. As of December 15th, Delaware halves. The first County, most specifically Swarthmore, has half is a fantasy of a revolution powered by mu- Swarthmore really IS full sic. It is upbeat, excited, and in of Treehuggers places dance- able. By Kit Wheeldon, ‘13 on their environmental protection quest “Mylo Coldplay’s MX cover Staff Writer long before everyone else. For example Xyloto”, the opening in- Courtesy of Elestoque.org Swarthmore banned leaf burning long strumental, immediately This past fall, the Environmental before other towns in the nation. Swarth- establishes the happy mood and segues on the record. It is big, loud, and happy, Protection Agency held a contest to de- more also made purchases in recent years into “Hurts Like Heaven”, a big, elec- the sound of one of the best bands of this termine which places in the United States for wind energy. This new energy was tronic track propelled by guitarist Jonny era enjoying making music together and used the highest percentage of green only used to power very minor things but Buckland’s solos and lead singer Chris doing what they do best and love to do. At energy. I am pleased to report that Wall- many Swarthmore residents believe it is Martin’s torrent of words about graffiti the fade out of the album , all the dark- ingford Swarthmore School District’s a start. Swarthmore is also taking part in and rebellion through music. “Paradise”, ness seemed to be redeemed. But wait! very own Swarthmore has taken third in a broad initiative called aFewSteps.org. the second single from the album, expands Don’t unplug your iPod yet! “Up With the this contest. In the last year over a quarter Swarthmore is also working with a many the mood and musical palette, dipping Birds” comes out of nowhere and encap- –27.9%– of the energy Swarthmore uses other surrounding municipalities including into dubstep, string orchestras, and good sulates all of Coldplay this far and what is to power its homes buildings and schools Rose Valley, Rutledge and Nether Provi- old rock guitar-ness within four and a half to come too. The lyrics of “Parachutes”, has come from renewable sources. In the dence. This initiative pushes for towns and minutes. “Charlie Brown”, by contrast, is piano of Rush of Blood, organ and strings lead was Hillsboro, Oregon with 35.7%, municipalities to switch to other power all pop-rock, with a chiming guitar hook of X & Y, and drive of Viva la Vida are and pro- of epicness while Martin’s lyrics reference combined with the optimism and happi- vid- Peter Pan and other stories of escape. A ness of Mylo Xyloto. And there’s a banjo ers beautiful piano modulation moves into in there too at the end! “I know, one day other “Us Against the World”, the first acoustic good things are coming my way.” than track on the album and one of the most That’s Mylo Xyloto, Coldplay’s beautiful. “M.M.I.X.”, a brief transitional finest achievement thus far. Best tracks: instrumental with lots of high-register Paradise, Charlie Brown, Princess of organ and strings, and chirping birds, seg- China, Don’t Let It Break Your Heart. ues directly into the first single from MX, Rating: 9.0/10 “Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall”(ETIAW), Recommendation: If you liked Rush one of Coldplay’s more popular songs. of Blood to the Head and X & Y, buy The second half of the album is this album - it’s for you. If you believe much darker, compared to the euphoric Parachutes was the best and Coldplay has state of “Side A”, like waking up from a steadily gotten worse since then, it may dream and facing reality. “Major Minus” not be for you - listen online before buy- kicks it off directly after ETIAW. Refer- ing. If you are not yet a Coldplay listener ences to the darker side of Peter Pan and but enjoy soft pop-rock, give Mylo Xyloto George Orwell’s novel 1984 set the tone: a whirl. Brookeville, Maryland Obese kids playing in PECO that can offer more dark and bleak. Dissonant chords on the with 45.7%; this high Crum creek, perhaps? energy choices that are acoustic guitar, experimental-sounding number most likely due to Courtesy of NaturalPA. more green. It is clear that drumming, vocal effects, and distorted the fact that Brookeville, com this entire area is helping electric guitar scream out. “U.F.O.”, a Md, has only 90 homes lead the way in our coun- beautiful piece with just Martin and his they had to power compared to Swarth- try for the fight in energy conservation. acoustic guitar, offers a glimpse of hope - more’s hundreds. “I swear, we’ll find somewhere the streets Most involved in the contest are paved with gold” - but a brief electric point to Swarthmore’s well-educated guitar figure brings us to “Princess of and wealthy residents as to a reason for China”, the darkest, weirdest, and most this success. Swarthmore has also started angry track on the album. It sounds like December 2011 Sports Page 14 Obscure Sport: Rabbit Show Jumping

By Samantha Snyder, ‘14 Rabbit show jumping, also known as rab- verance can overcome any size disadvan- easier for the rabbit to see over longer ob- Columnist bit dressing or rabbit hopping, began in the tages. Conversely, larger rabbits will put a stacles and correctly judge the height and late 1970s in Sweden. Simply put, it is a lot of weight on their front legs jumping length necessary to clear the hurdle. As When you see a bunny in your competition in which rabbits jump over ap- over higher obstacles, and this can lead to with the methods of show dog breeding, garden, nibbling on your carrots, you shoo propriately sized obstacles. It is very simi- injuries. most top notch rabbits are crossbreeds, with it away. It’s a natural reaction. “Go on, get lar to equestrian show jumping. The sport out of here! Stop eating my vegetables!” gained popularity in the United Kingdom But you might want to think twice next after it was featured on the TV show That’s time you go to do it. That rabbit might just Life!. Today, the sport is held at both local be the next world champion rabbit high and national levels in Denmark, Sweden, jumper, or perhaps it will win the crown Finland, Norway, and the United King- for the rabbit long jump. Give the bunny a dom, hosted by such companies as the U.S. break. It might just be worth your while. Rabbit Agility Association, Rabbithop- ping-USA, the American As- sociation of Sporting Events for Rabbits, and 4-H Club fairs, among others. You may be intimidated by such a daunting pros- pect. Breaking into the rab- bit hunting world isn’t easy, to be sure. But armed with the proper information, you could produce the next world class rabbit hopper. The most One of many rabbits competing for the World Record. important thing to consider image courtesy digitalspy.com when beginning this sport is the type of rabbit. While all So what type of rabbit is the best parents that were both good jumpers. breeds are allowed to com- for this sport? Well, the smaller Polish and Now, don’t forget what you’re up pete, some breeds fare better Dutch dwarf breeds can be too tiny. Like- against. The official world record in high than others. There tend to be wise, the Flemish Giant and French Lop jump for rabbits is 39.17 inches, held by more problems with small are generally too large. Also, long-haired the Hygoms of Denmark (the records are rabbits (usually defined as Angora type breeds can be excluded from attributed to the owners, not the rabbit it- One of many rabbits competing for the World Record. under 4.4 lbs.) and large competition if not clipped, as their long self). The world record for rabbits in long image courtesy digitalspy.com rabbits (defined as over 11 coats can cause problems with vision and jump is 118.11 inches (just under 10 ft.), lbs.). Small rabbits tend to agility. English Lops should not be entered, held by the Jensens of Denmark. But don’t So now you have a rabbit. But have trouble jumping over the larger or as competition would risk injury to their be intimidated! You and your rabbit too can what to do with it? Easy enough. Just enter longer obstacles. Fear not, though, if your ears. Ideally, your rabbit should have long achieve this level of success, if only you’re your new pet into a rabbit jumping show. garden rabbit is tiny; hard work and perse- legs and a long back, which will make it willing to work for it! Holiday Wishlist for Philly Sports Fans By Dylan Van Duyne, ‘14 Staff Writer

One of the best shortstops in Phillies history, an MVP with LeSean McCoy was numerous gold gloves, silver the NFL’s leading slugger awards and all-star ap- 1. Jimmy Rollins rusher for a majority pearances, and a generally great of this season. That’s guy to be around. Not to mention 2. A new Eagles offensive with the few carries he is the only player that consis- that the coaches chose tently hits during the postseason. coordinator to give him. Hopefully he’s already signed by the time you read this. 3. A new Eagles defensive (Preferably not As much I love listening coordinator an offensive to Andy Reid’s postgame line coach.) press conferences where 4. A new Eagles head coach not a single question gets The only thing that answered, he needs to go. 5. A veteran Eagles line- got trampled over It’s been a good run for more than the Eagles’ Andy, but someone needs linebacker crew this to be held accountable for backer year was a head the Eagles’ terrible season, under Ndomukong and the buck starts with 6. A new college football Suh’s foot. him. playoff system It’s a joke that teams like Boise State are denied a 7. For the 76ers to break BCS bowl game because teams like West Virginia get “automatic” births for .500 winning their divisions. Everyone loves an People would much rather Please? 8. For a team other than underdog, and these watch the two best teams two teams have just play in the national title the Patriots or Packers to won too much over game instead of the two the years. SEC teams with the top win the Super Bowl records. Biggest stage in hockey 9. A Flyers “W” in the Winter against the hated Rang- ers, a Flyers victory Classic would be fantastic. December 2011 Sports Page 15 Athlete Spotlight: Jess Keller Panther Press Staff By Ashley Hoyle, ‘14 the best players in the 12 school league), off with victory,” says Keller. “That’s what December 2011 Staff Writer First Team All-District (one of the best we will all take away from and remember players in the 70+ school district), All- for the rest of our lives. I’ll never forget -Staff Writers and Columnists- Anyone who has attended a Strath Tournament Team at States (one of the the Strath Haven volleyball family and all Phil Bergman Haven volleyball game has definitely heard best players in the Top 16 teams at States), that we have accomplished.” Everyone Chad Maguire the student section shout the name “Jess and All-State team (one of the best players who has played with Jess will deeply miss Tamar Reisner Keller” every time she goes up to make an- in all of Pennsylvania). Coaches from the her, and gained so much from looking up Hannah Herrara other amazing kill. “I love our fans,” says league, district, and state all voted Jess for to her (figuratively and literally, that girl is Jess, “they’re amazing.” these incredibly impressive awards. As if TALL). Victoria Price This year as the team captain, we watched that wasn’t remarkable enough, Jess Jack Huemmler as Jess led the team to another Central was also named Delco Player of the Andrew Lombard League title. Then our hearts were broken Year and Central league MVP, along Nick Shields when the team performed admirably but with Player of the Year by her team- Hannah Grossman lost in the group stage of States. Nonethe- mates. Margaret Murray less, the team made Top 8 in Pennsylvania, This all will be remembered Anna Jaoudi going the furthest any Strath Haven volley- about Jess; a multitude of trophies, Nikitha Cherayil ball team has ever gone. These outstanding banners and certificates will show Cassandra Kyriazis four years of volleyball, and this remark- what Jess brought to Strath Haven. Jill Troutman able senior season, is not the end for Jess. But beyond that, what Jess has left She has committed to Appalachian State behind will change the legacy of vol- Labonno Islam University and will assume the coveted leyball here forever. By being part of Nicholas Diefenbach position of the right side hitter in their Di- all the best teams in our school’s his- Ian Everbach vision 1 volleyball program. tory, Jess has changed the attitude in Josh Kauffman Jess Keller helped lead Haven volley- Something you may not know the gym from that of desperate underdogs Peter Gao ball to its best finish in school history. about Jess is just how many awards she has to that of proud champions. Jess’s leader- Sam Boxer image courtesy the delco times collected. From her fierce competition in ship and fun energy on and off the court Jessica Cherayil this season alone, Jess was awarded four has left lasting impressions on the teams Tyler Gallagher accolades: First Team All-Central (one of of the future. “Hard work and sacrifice pay Holly Buhler Gabrielle Verzella Atheletes Rep Haven on All-Delco Teams Soraya Perry Tom Mizsei Sarah Shulbank-Smith Girls’ Cross Country- Boys’ Soccer- James Haxton Player of the Year Player of the Year Tomer Stern Hannah Grossman Tom Shiiba Dan Haddaway Christian Belanger Pat Doyle Honorable Mention First Team Alex Murphy Ian Anderson Anna Harris Kit Wheeldon Phoebe Hollyer Kirsten Wise Sara Peelman Second Team Mark Shiiba Timothy Crouch Sam Snyder Samantha Snyder Dylan Van Duyne Honorable Mention Boys’ Cross Country- Ashley Hoyle Christian Belanger Sofie Belanger First Team Preston Dennis Jack Huemmler Billy Ripley Jerry Oetzel Kyle Floyd Ben Soffer Second Team Jeff Seelaus Girls’ Soccer- Player of the Year Honorable Mention Gina DiTaranto Dylan Butera Inside Look Daniel Stewart First Team Morgan Glassford at Haven Field Hockey- Lexi Mazur Second Team Crew Jessica Borbee Second Team Krissy Welsh By Sofie Belanger, ‘13 Honorable Mention Staff Writer Honorable Mention Alison Caulfield As most of you probably don’t Rebecca Lucci Hart Clements know, Strath Haven has a crew team. We Casey Oehler Grace McGeehan are a committed few, but we are always Kristen Miller looking for new members to join us, es- Kirsten Wilhelmsen pecially underclassmen. Freshman and Football- sophomore year is the time to try new First Team sports and activities, and rowing is some- P.J. Plummer Volleyball- thing different and exciting to try. We row James Griffin Player of the Year out of a boathouse on Boathouse Row in Jess Keller Philadelphia called Bachelors Barge Club, where we practice with other schools who Second Team have small teams. This is a great oppor- First Team tunity to meet new people and forge new Tevon Howie Sharay Barnes friendships. Plus, you get to experience Philadelphia in a whole new way. Practic- Honorable Mention Honorable Mention es are after school during the week except Andrew Crawford Jeanna Kenney Mondays, and on Saturday mornings. Sun- Keith DeCindis Kelsey Leddy days are race days, where we race against Taron Howie Jamie Morris many different levels of competition and always have fun. Rowing is a unique ex- Drew Platt Rachel Powers perience, fully worth the time commitment Kevin Sherry Alice Roberts and effort. December 2011 Sports Page 16 Strath Haven Winter Sports Preview By Billy Ripley, ‘13 Boys’ Indoor Track Boys’ Swimming Girls’ Indoor Track Staff Writer Strath Haven’s Boy’s Indoor At 5’o clock in the morning, most Coming in with a record-breaking Track team this year is going to be the students could not be caught in any other total of eighty girls, Strath Haven’s Indoor Boys’ Basketball best since 1994, according to Coach Jes- place besides the comfort of their bed, but Track team has high expectations to live son. With a team 50 runners strong this for the athletes of the Strath Haven Boy’s up to in the current 2011-2012 season. After last year’s 14-8 season, winter, Coach Jesson is eager to end his Swimming team, the day has already start- Coach Coren stands proud at the head of Strath Haven’s Varsity Boy’s Basketball coach career with one of his team’s best ed. Kicking off the morning with a prac- his team, but it would be hard not to with team is prepared to go farther than they seasons of all time. After winning more tice before school, these boys are taught to their accomplishments last year, earning ever have in the past. Coach Dougherty than 150 medals, and placing among the swim in their sleep. After a phenomenal 138 medals, 36 sweatshirts, 4 jackets, and has high confidence in his players this year top ten in the State Championship last record of 11-2 last season, Coach Dormer 2 team trophies. By competing against as they enter the season with young tal- season, it’s hard not to hold high hopes aims for a season that finishes the same, if about one-hundred teams per meet (with ent. With the team led by senior captains for what is to come; Coach Jesson will not better. By placing 3rd in the Central the exception of Delco’s) at places such Kevin Crowley and Eddie Hyland, Coach be leading his sprinters to run faster than League last year, and having individual as Lehigh, Ursinus, Haverford, Swarth- Dougherty is enthusiastic for a talented light itself. With year-round preparation, qualifiers for districts and States, it will be more, New York City, and Penn State, it’s 2011-2012 Central League season. Af- these flying phenomena are ready to finish a challenge for this year’s squad to com- amazing how these girls were able to take ter an unfortunate loss in the first round their coach’s last year with a “bang”. If pare to their achievements to those of last second in States last year, the only scor- in the playoffs to Bensalem last season, you think it’s cold walking to school, you winter. However, these boys are already ing meet of the season. Coach Coren also these boys have pushed themselves to the should imagine how Coach Ed’s distance off to a fantastic start as they swept the looks at this year in high hopes as many limit with endless preseason training and runners feel on the track every afternoon. competition by claiming victory at their quality runners are returning. With senior workouts. By participating in the Spring The only way these boys are able to stay first meet on December 9th. With two dis- Hannah Grossman taking third in the mile League in Chichester and the team camps warm is by moving their legs. Having to trict qualifiers already claimed in the first at States last year, there is no telling what of West Chester, St. Joseph’s University run in short-shorts in this weather seems meet alone, senior captains Adam Ginz- she will continue to accomplish now. Se- and Desales University, it is not surprising unbearable, but it is the unfortunate reality berg, Henry Nonack, and Peter Heinbockel nior Rachel Van Metre and junior Megan that Strath Haven’s Boy’s Basketball team for this boys: chest hurting, hands freezing, have already set their team members on a O’Dell also showed their Panther power as is full of so much talent. As their season breath wheezing, legs cramping. Needless road of success. As this team’s hard work Rachel placed fourth in the long jump and officially started on December 9th with to say, Strath Haven’s Indoor Track Team ethics are passed down from veteran swim- seventh in the 60 Meter Hurdles at States, their game against Glen Mills, you better are eager to make Coach Jesson’s last year mers to new recruits, the skill behind this while Megan held a key spot among the hurry to the gym in order to watch these one to remember. group only continues to grow. Among top 4x400 relay team that took sixth place at boys climb to the top this year. veteran swimmers we have seniors Adam the state meet last year. You may want to Ginzberg, Peter Heinbockel, and Henry take caution walking through the hallways Nonack. Joining them will be juniors, after fifth block, because these girls are Robert Boorum, Drew Resweber, Ben known for speeding through during their Wolters, and Ian Burns. Following them interval workouts on the third floor. Leav- are sophomores Clay Resweber and Tom ing for their meets early in the morning and Platt. As a team that stands out due to in- not getting back until late at night, Coach tensity, resilience, hours of hard training, Coren enjoys his team’s hard work ethics and a “lay it on the line” approach, there as well as their positive environment with is nothing that will stop these boys from their “music and dance party bus rides.” maintaining yet another successful season Better watch out Haven, these girls are in it for Strath Haven Swimming. to win it.

Editor’s Note: Due to time constraints, we could not reach out to the coaches of all of the winter sports teams in order to find out about their upcoming seasons. However, the Panther Press editorial staff would also like to wish the best of luck to the Girls’ Basket- Senior Hannah Grossman leads the pack. ball, Girls’ Swimming, and Boys’ and Girls’ Ice Hockey teams. Go Haven! image courtesy philly.com

High Hopes for Haven Haven Boys’ Home Wrestling Basketball Schedule Looking forward to the best season in school history Tu Jan 3 7:30 vs. Garnet Valley Fr Jan 13 7:30 vs. Radnor By Kyle Floyd, ‘13 Back in the Strath Haven room, Staff Writer the interest in the program seems to grow W Jan 18 7:30 vs. Conestoga with the team’s growing success. The sport teaches discipline, work ethic, and, most Fr Jan 27 7:00 vs. Springfield What does at team that has gone of all, commitment. These principles in- from a record of 4-22 to 12-16 know about trigue athletes, as they become useful in Tu Jan 31 7:30 vs. Harriton success? It knows that success does not other sports after the season, as well as in come served on a silver platter, and that it the classroom. With more wrestlers comes Tu Feb 7 7:30 vs. Marple Newtown can only be reached by building the right more competition. Backups at a few weight mindset. The mentality of Strath Haven classes challenge each wrestler to push the this year is to work hard, give 120 per- other, and wrestle-offs occur each week to cent, and to start at a level of excellence, determine varsity positions. This compe- Haven Girls’ Home rather than working up to that. The coach tition will only strengthen the 2011-2012 of the Panthers, Eric Hollingsworth, tells squad. Basketball Schedule his wrestlers with a sense of confidence Two notable seniors, Tyler Clapp that though they may not be the most tal- and Eric Csop, look forward to stepping ented team, they will be the most in shape, up to leadrship positions and improving Th Jan 5 7:30 vs. Harriton and will win by taking their opponent to a on last year’s outcome. Other returning level of intensity that cannot be matched. wrestlers from last years Varsity lineup in- Tu Jan 10 7:30 vs. Haverford On Tuesday, December 6th, the team took clude Kyle Floyd (myself), Brandon Mc- a trip to Glen Mills School for their an- Cullough, Xavier Morgan, Brandon Miller, Fr Jan 13 6:00 vs. Radnor nual “wake-up call”. This practice features and Mike Pissano. The coaching staff is led Sa Jan 14 2:30 vs. Interboro Strath Haven, Ridley, and Glen Mills piled by Eric Hollingsworth and Ed Hall, with into one room, in which the wrestlers get dedicated weekly assistance from Greg Tu Jan 24 7:30 vs. Upper Darby their first opportunity to butt heads and Mazmanian and Jim Van Metre. Students drill intensely with guys not on their team. are encouraged to come out and support Fr Jan 27 6:00 vs. Springfield Our coach respects Glen Mills’s level of this year’s team, one which is young, opti- work, and he wants us to go in there each mistic, and pushing to make wrestling big- year and step up to that level, if not push ger at Strath Haven than it has ever been ahead of it. before.