Volume 4 Winter/Spring 2019 Issue 2 "Springtime is the land awakening. The March winds are the morning yawn."- Lewis Grizzard Mental Health and What We Need to Do About It By: Ty’Bria Hill, 11th Grade Mental Health is under appreciated in is not an option. This trickles down into many aspects as not a lot of people take the adulthood and often has lasting effects. In a time to think and ask if others are fine. People chart from Mental Health America, the are preoccupied with trying to be successful organization listed out the data within youth and get the job done. As a result, they never and adults proving there has only been a slight take the moment to zoom in on themselves. decrease in the number of adults who have a Fundamentally, some have been taught that mental health condition (from 18.19% to success is the key to happiness. Now, is that 18.07%) as seen in the graphic. really the answer? Furthermore, youth across The rate of youth experiencing a America are struggling both emotionally and mental health condition continues to rise. For mentally. They are so focused on other things example, the rate of youth with Major such as school, home, life, and work. As a Depressive Episode (MDE) increased from result, they are constantly put under pressure 11.93% to 12.63%. Nothing can be changed to do well and succeed, including adults as overnight, but it is possible to decrease these well. There is rarely “you” time. This concept statistics and work on the mental health of of trying to improve yourself so you don't fall youth and adults. It starts with the classrooms. behind is very prevalent throughout the Learning the ABCs and taking your world. Taking care of your mental health is mandatory math classes are essential courses, just as important as getting a job. What is the but mental health should be addressed as well. purpose of having a job if you are miserable This should be more than a one semester and not in the right state of mind? People course because it is vital for healthy living as forget that they are human and it is okay to well. It is just as important as paying your bills focus on your mental state. Youth need to be and passing exams. This issue can be changed, told that it is all right not to have everything but it starts with people acknowledging the in order. For instance, failing one test does issue and taking that next step to action so not determine your worth as a student. everyone can achieve healthy lifestyle and live happily. It is important to recognize the issue of mental health and how to deal with it. It should be a required class like any math or history course. It is hard to have a functioning society when the people themselves are dealing with a battle internally. There are too many people out there who struggle with this. Most teens stress themselves out because they have been taught work over sanity and failing Upcoming Dates Wednesday, March 13th Half Day Thursday, March 14th Pi Day Week of March 18th Spring Sports Begin March 29th Last day of Quarter 3 Tuesday, April 9th Report Card #3 Thursday, April 11th Family Conferences Week of April 15th Spring Break Friday, May 17th Prom If any teams, clubs, or teachers are interesting in posting an announcement in The Hurricane Herald, please e-mail us at [email protected]. Math Riddle from Mrs. Scheltz There are 15 sticks below. Remove six sticks and be left with 10. There are 25 sticks below. Remove 10 of them and be left with three. Anyone with an answer can email me ([email protected]) with their solution *and* advisory, and if they’re correct, I will come with a prize! The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, the Commons, and New Classrooms By Luke Bortolotto, 10th Grade On Monday morning, January 28, 2019, infrastructure, and a multi-purpose cafeteria Boston Collegiate Charter School welcomed known as “The Commons.” In addition to approximately one-hundred and twenty-five eating lunch in our new space, we have guests to the new “Commons” for a ribbon already put this space to good use. These cutting ceremony. This officially opened the activities comprise of the Fall Sports Banquet, almost thirteen million dollar expansion of the Alumni Day, The Lower and Middle our school, which was raised through School Musical, a family association meeting, philanthropic donations and grants. Guests the ninth and tenth grade semi-formal, the included co-founders Brett Peiser, Susan middle school honor roll breakfast, and Fortin, and U.S. Congressman Stephen Lynch, multiple high school assemblies. The along with Mayor Martin J. Walsh, donors, Commons is also a perfect space for students teachers, staff, parents, neighbors¸and some to gather to complete homework or just hang students. There was also a small group of out with their peers. In January, staff and women who graduated from the former students over the age of sixteen were able to Monsignor Ryan Memorial High School who volunteer to donate blood, which is vital to came back to see the new changes to their old help save lives. This blood drive was set up in school. The guests enjoyed breakfast foods the Commons through the American Red including mini muffins, quiche, fresh fruit, Cross, thanks to the National Honors Society. coffee and a hot chocolate bar. There were On Fridays in February, in honor of Black special cookies with the school logo designed History Month, students are invited to watch with royal icing from Ginger Betty’s bakery in movies like Creed and Black Panther from 3 Quincy, for the guests to take home. pm-5 pm. in the future, I cannot wait to see At the event, Ms. Varón, the Executive what other ways we will be able to use this Director of BCCS, Congressman Lynch, space. From September to December, we Mayor Walsh, Kanilla Charles of the class of were moving around the school in 2019, and board member Mrs. Nicole Chang overcrowded and cramped hallways. During all shared their thoughts about the BCCS and that time period, it seemed like the the project. There was a special video construction would never end. However, we prepared for the event. Following the ribbon now have this beautiful new addition to use cutting, tours of the high school were given to and take full advantage to help with our the guests by the staff and students. The rigorous academic course load. I am looking media included WCVB Channel 5 and the forward to the first hot June school day when Boston Globe. we have air conditioning in our classrooms. The new space for Mayhew campus is Thank you to everyone who made this home to 13 new classrooms and 11 small- possible for the Boston Collegiate group meeting rooms, along with laboratories, Community. art spaces, improved technological Mr. Physics’ Lunch Reviews By: Mr. Wyse, 9th Grade There have been many changes to BCCS in the 2018-2019 schoolyear, but one change that should not be overlooked is the new school lunch service. Could anything replace the old familiar lineup of meatball subs, spherical chicken, and JBP’s? As a frequent enjoyer of the school lunch, I set out to taste our new meals and find the answer. Here are 5 school lunches on which you do not want to sleep: 5. Eggs and Pancakes Breakfast for lunch – what a treat. Though at first the eggs may seem a bit evenly shaped, have no fear. The key to this meal is to create a sort of pancake taco, by placing the egg inside the pancake and folding. Add some syrup, and this is a real gem. 3.5/5 Marcus Mariotas 4. Cheeseburger This one sounds obvious, but I’ve seen too many people let this one fly under their radar. It’s hard to mess up a cheeseburger, and this one is no different. I could use a little lettuce or pickle, but even so, this burger brightens up my day. 3.5/5 Marcus Mariotas 3. Lima Beans This is not a meal, just a side, but I could not sit idly by and let this legend of a legume go another day without the praise it deserves. These little green beans are just the crisp, flavorful energy booster that you need to avoid that urge to doze in your 5th period class. I always try to eat a couple boats of these guys whenever they show up on the menu. 4/5 Marcus Mariotas 2. Dumplings To the best of my knowledge, the dumplings have been a rare occurrence. They may look a little bland on the outside, but they pack a serious punch of delicious meaty flavor on the interior. The accompanying sauce only adds to the experience. 4.5/5 Marcus Mariotas 1. Steak and Cheese Calzone This filling and hearty entree is without a doubt my top lunch choice of 2018-2019. The delicious, swirled blend of meat and cheese on the inside of the buttery, flaky, crust is a revelation to even the most experienced lunch eaters. On top of that, it is the only item that brings to mind last year’s Monday tradition of Jamaican Beef Patties, a loss the BCCS physics department continues to lament. Do not miss out on this delectable dish. 5/5 Marcus Mariotas Boston Sports Today By: Joey Maiullari, 12th Grade Trade Rumors Surround Celtics Although the NBA trade deadline has passed, the Celtics were rumored to be in deep talks with the New Orleans Pelicans for star power forward/center Anthony Davis.