Hazleton's Hardwood Heroes

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1601 W. 23rd Street, Hazle Township, PA February 2016 Volume 6 Issue 3 Stand together one Hazleton's Hardwood Heroes and all by Jake Sachse Pride and Honor Depth...intensity...chemistry...all are factors in the Cougar and Lady Cougar Basketball programs' explo- Heed our Call sive seasons. Both teams have their stars, and their "clutch" players, but even so, everyone on the respec- tive teams have been significant in their rides into district play. Players ranging freshmen to seniors need to do their job in order for their team to succeed. And, this season in particular, the HAHS athletes have done just that. Bobby Planutis is one of the many stars of HA boys' basketball. He averages near 20 points per game and leads the team in many other stat categories. Bobby Planutis has proven key in the success of the Cougar boys. On the court, however, it isn’t just his show. Play- ers such as Dante Biasi, Michael “Jelly” Cusatis, Josh Samec, Jeff “Gator” Planutis, Jacob Diaz, and freshman Damir Faison also have shown to do more than the job they need to. The boys' team is like a well-oiled machine. Blowing teams out by 20 points a game is more than enough proof that Cougar boys come ready to play. Picstitch courtesy of MIchelle Stojkov Mackenzie Yori is a star herself of the HA girls' basketball team. Her impressive quickness and intensity HAHS' winning girls' and boys' basketball teams exhibit the best attributes of Silver Crimson Colors on the court helps drive the Lady Cougars to big wins. the participants, coaches, and student body. The Lady Cougars are nearly unstoppable. Going Mackenzie Yori, Ashley Martincek, Alyssa As students of HAHS, you have to rally behind into district play seeded 1st is a hard feat to accomplish, Shamany, and Rachel Wech lead the good fight as sen- these teams, and support them in their battle to become raise our Alma Mater and they’ve pulled it off. Clinching the conference in a iors on the floor. Underclassmen Kendra Pfeil and Mad- District Champions. Clear your calendars February 26th, rival victory vs. Pittston, it’s going to be hard to beat die Mrochko do more than their parts, along with many and 27th, and go watch YOUR Cougar basketball teams Praise these girls. subs that bring the intensity Coach Gavio wants on the win a district championship at the Mohegan Sun Arena! Loyal Friendships can be court. found "Donors Choose" Speech Class By Thomas A. Holodick

Hazleton Area High School’s Penn State effective speech class, taught by Mrs. Bromiley, created an online project on donorschoose.org requesting funds to help defray the costs associated with establishing tech-friendly classroom. Rich traditions will Once the project went live on the donors choose Photo courtesy of Penn State Hazleton website, donations came pouring in for the great cause. abound Mrs. Bromliey said, “Normally it takes three to Proud students from the PSU/HAHS Effective Speech class pose for a photo. four months for projects on the website to get fully- Raise our voices loud and funded, and some don’t get funded at all. Although the odds weren't in our favor, I was beyond astonished and the new supplies we received will positively impact success. thankful when our project got fully funded within a our effective speech class because they will provide Students enrolled in the Penn State Effective clear for Alma Mater week’s time.” us with the tools we need to be successful public Speech Class include Gerald Andreas, Zachary Berg- Students in the class were excited and over- speakers.” ersen, Victoria Carell, Zachary Fuchcik, Jerry Gasser, Dear joyed. Senior Megan Moratto said,” It was a proud ac- Victoria Carell added in saying, “The new sup- Thomas Holodick, Jonathan Kaschak, Daniel Meyers, complishment that our project was fully-funded within plies will give us a better learning experience.” Megan Moratto, Leigh Ann Rusnock, Kendall Sosar, a week.” A huge "Cougar Kudos" and thank you is ex- McKenna Turnbach, Taylor Wait, and Sabrina Zano- Chit-Chat Another student, junior Jerry Gasser said, “I feel tended to everyone that donated to make the project a lini. Contents Why Are You Here? Who's Who 2-3 by Jacob Diaz ing to lectures is a bore. School seems Life is short, and time passes away. pointless. However, that is a broken men- The people who achieve their greatest tality that continues to be inherited by the dreams are the ones who work especially Newspaper Life 4-5 Why are you here? It seems like a new generation. High school is important, hard for them. Everyone has a dream. It can cliché rhetorical question, but it is a ques- and so are you. only come from a dedicated mind and a tion of great value. Take a moment to re- You are not wasting your time heart full of passion. It starts in high school Recent Grads 6 flect on the monumental things that you when you learn. Knowledge is powerful because grades reflect discipline and pur- have accomplished during your high school and a tool that extends the joy of life. suit. career. If you are satisfied with everything Whether it is history, math, or science, So what is your purpose? Maybe you Dancin' Days 7 you have ever done at HAHS, then this ar- there is something bound to pique the in- don’t know right now. But that does not ticle is not for you. terest of any individual. mean you should throw away a single op- You are currently approaching the It is almost as if no one wants to portunity along the way. Make the decision Safety First 8 pinnacle of your life. The four years that achieve academic success anymore. Many to make something out of yourself, or you spent here may determine what you people are growing accustomed to the waste the chance to fulfill your true destiny. will do for the rest of your life. So why “slack” mentality in which they put off The choice is yours. Big News 9-11 does it sometimes feel as if the time spent anything that has to do with school. You are on receiving an education is a waste? the future, and it is your duty to make the Ads and Games 12 Waking up early is a burden. Listen- best of your high school career. Page 2 Get To Know HAHS Volume 6 Issue 3

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First semester journalism students from left to right: Steven McMinn, Adam Falatko, Mark Kisenwether, Ally Hudock, Alan Bersavage, Jake Sachse, Chloe Kotzer, Vennce Elaine David, Thomas Holodick, Sarah Wech, Brittany Heffelfinger, Mariavely Regalado, Jessica Murman, and Samantha Caba. Missing from photo: Desiree Coleman, Samantha Diaz, and Crischely Polanco.

by Brittany favorite class is journalism. favorite class is history. journalism “because I had a lot of volunteering for my community, I Jessica Murman is in 9th Thomas Holodick is in faith in the teacher.” When asked go to the library and study.” When HefMeetfelfinger the Staff grade and is 15 years of age. 12th grade and is 18 years of age. who he believes to be his favorite asked who her favorite journalist Cougar Chit-Chat's When she was asked why she took When asked why he took journal- journalist in the class, he was she said “There are many semester one reporters accom- journalism, she said “I thought it ism, he stated that he enjoyed Mrs. answered, “Alan (Bersavage), he’s good journalists; it’s hard to plished many things, and always would be a fun class.” She also Matsago’s English class, and my boy.” His hobbies include choose.” Her favorite class is had a lot to say. There was never a noted that, with the class being thought that taking journalism playing sports and working at street law. dry day in Mrs. Matsago’s class- almost over, that assumption was would be good for college, as he Wendy’s. His favorite classes are Brittany Heffelfinger is room, and there was always plenty correct. In her opinion, Chloe wants to be an English major. In history and street law. in 11th grade and is 17 years old. of news to discuss, and plenty to Kotzer is the best journalist. Her his opinion, Brittany Heffelfinger Alan Bersavage is in She took journalism because she get done. reasoning being that “I like the is the best journalist in the class. 12th grade and is 18. He took wanted to explore different All of the current Chit-Chat way she wrote her articles.” When When asked why, he said, “Her journalism “Because I didn’t want English oriented courses. Her staff feels as if they helped to asked if she had any hobbies, she style of writing is awesome, I to take gym, and I wanted to try favorite journalist in the class is improve the school newspaper, said that she does swim team. Her enjoy it.” Traveling is one of his something new.” In his opinion, Vennce because “She writes like a and those who are not coming favorite class is journalism. hobbies. Journalism is his favorite Jake Sasche is the best journalist professional.” Her hobbies include back next semester are not happy Desiree Coleman is in class. on the staff. He claims that his writing, crocheting, and playing to leave, yet leave behind a great 12th grade, and is 19 years old. Adam Falatko is in 11th articles are very interesting. His videogames. experience. Her answer to why she took this grade, and is 16 years old. When hobbies include sports, and work- Crischely Polanco is in Each member of the staff, class was “I like to write, it’s a lot asked why he chose journalism, he ing at Boyer’s. His favorite class 10th grade and is 16 years of age. including Mrs. Matsago herself, different than I thought, though.” said, “I thought it would be inter- is journalism. She took journalism because she was interviewed for this article, Her favorite journalist in the class esting.” The person he believes to Sarah Wech is in 12th likes writing. In her opinion, and were asked these questions: is Mrs. Matsago. Her hobbies be the best journalist in the class is grade and is 17 years old. She Thomas H. is the best journalist in “What grade are you in and what include swimming, writing, and Mark Kisenwether because he, chose journalism simply because the class. Her hobbies include age are you?” “Why did you reading from time to time. Her "just loves him.” A hobby of his she wanted to take the class. She reading, and shopping. Her choose to take journalism?” “Who favorite classes are English IV and would be snowboarding. His thinks that Samantha Caba is the favorite class is US History. do you feel is the best journalist in biology. favorite class is English. best journalist in the class. When Mrs. Matsago has taught the class?” “What are some of Vennce Elaine David is Ally Hudock is in 11th asked what her hobbies were, she journalism for 8 years, and has your hobbies outside of school?” in 12th grade and is 18 years old. grade and is 16 years old. When said that she works and does been advisor of the school news- and “What is your favorite class?” She joined journalism because she asked why she took journalism, Track. Her favorite class is paper for 6. This is her 21st year Mrs. Matsago was asked how wanted to write, along with con- she said “I just did.” Vennce is her English. teaching. When asked who the top long she has been teaching jour- tribute to the school newspaper. In favorite journalist in the class Samantha Diaz is in 11th students on the staff were, she nalism, who she feels were the top her opinion, Mrs. Matsago is the because “she’s good at it.” Her grade and is 16 years of age. She commented “Vennce took it the students, any hobbies she may best journalist on the staff. Her extracurricular activity/hobby is took journalism because “it looked most seriously. Most well written have, and what her favorite subject hobbies include traveling, swim- cheerleading. Her favorite class is fun.” She believes that Mrs. articles- Sarah. Most creative Jake to teach is. ming, playing golf and polo. Her chemistry. Matsago is the best journalist in Sachse. Most Improved would be Samantha Caba said that favorite class is sociology. Mark Kisenwether is in the class because “She’s a Mark. Most potential without she is in 9th grade, and is 14 years Mariavely Regaldo is in 11th grade, and is 17 years old. He teacher.” Her hobbies include knowing it, Alan B.” Her hobbies old. She took journalism because 12th grade and is 17. She joined took journalism because “psychol- working at Taco Bell. Her favorite include reading, biking, doing she likes writing. When asked who journalism because she was told it ogy wasn’t for me; I wanted to try class is street law. yoga, and shopping. When asked she believes to be the best journal- would be a good elective last year. something new.” His favorite Chloe Kotzer is in 12th what her favorite class to teach ist in the class, she stated that it She believes Thomas Holodick to journalist in the class is Adam grade and is 17. When asked why was, she stated “This semester it was Sarah Wech because, “Her be the best journalist in the class, Falatko. His hobby is playing she took journalism, she said “I would be journalism; I also like to topics get my attention, and she’s and she feels as if he expresses videogames. His favorite class is got along with Mrs.Matsago last teach English III/American litera- a great writer.” Her hobbies are himself well in his writing. She history. year, so I figured I’d take journal- ture.” singing (without people around), enjoys playing volleyball as a Jake Sachse is in 12th ism.” When asked what her hob- watching videos, and reading. Her hobby outside of school, and her grade and is 17 years old. He took bies were, she stated “Aside from Volume 6 Issue 3 Cougar Chit-Chat Page 5

Student Perspective on Procrastination

Madelyn Labuda Chats... I procrastinate because I always find distractions. Social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram usually aid me in procrastination. I usually procrastinate when I am doing my homework. I usually tend to procrastinate more when I am doing a non graded homework assignment rather than graded homework assignments. When I procrastinate, I normally get my work that needs to be completed done on time. I try not to procrastinate if I know an assignment deadline is approaching. I avoid procrastinating by “putting every distraction away and putting all of my focus on my assignments.” I suggest that everyone should beat procrastination by “focusing on the target and remembering what’s important.” Joshua Jimenez Chats... I don't normally tend to procrastinate on a regular basis. Laziness usually motivates me to procrastinate once in a while. I usually procrastinate when I am lazy. I normally procrastinate when I do non important tasks such as I Don't Feel Like Writing This Article cleaning my room because “I know the consequences will Back to school, back who cannot make a deci- be lax.” When I procrastinate, I do not get work that needs to learning; maybe not so sion. Not making a deci- to be completed done on time. If I know an assignment much. It’s that time of year sion releases procrastina- deadline is approaching I do not procrastinate, “I get the again, Christmas break has tors of responsibility for assignment done as soon as possible.” I avoid procrastinating by “reminding myself that if I don't do something A bad ended and everyone is back the outcome of circum- outcome will occur.” I encourage everyone to avoid procras- to the ol’ grind of things. stances. tinating by using self-motivation and pressure. I want every- People’s busy, hectic From a psychologi- one to know that “procrastinating does not allow you to schedules have resumed, cal standpoint, procrastina- work at your full potential.” along with large and tion is a normal occur- immense amounts of work. rence. Everyone in society Kiara Calderon Chats... Before one knows it every- procrastinates now and thing is over one’s head. again. People procrastinate Sometimes I procrastinate because “I am too Deadlines are quickly by Thomas A. Holodick on a regular basis because lazy to complete my work.” Nothing specifically moti- approaching and all we interest, fear of failure, fear they don’t see the benefit vates me to procrastinate. I usually procrastinate when seem to do is procrastinate. of success, and rebellion. of doing something now if I have to do small and non important things. I usually According to the According to Dr. Ferrari, it can be put off into the procrastinate more when it comes to doing a regular “Merriam-Webster there are three basic types near future. The real ques- task. When I procrastinate, I normally get all of my Dictionary,” of procrastinators: tion is why does one pro- work done on time. If I know an assignment deadline Procrastination can be - Arousal Procrastinators. crastinate? Cut and dry, the is approaching “I always procrastinate.” Normally, I described as the act of Thrill-seekers, who wait answer as to why one pro- avoid procrastinating by “just getting my work done being slow or late about until the last minute for the crastinates is because of and not waiting around.” My tip to avoid procrastinat- doing something that ultimate rush. pure laziness. At the end of ing is to “just get your work done as soon as possible.” should be done because - Avoider Procrastinators. the day, one must put one’s you are lazy, etc. People who may be avoid- procrastination habits to Procrastinating ing fear of failure or even the side and look at the comes to play in various fear of success, but in benefit of getting work JerI normemyally procrastinateCrubecause I knozw I wiChll get myats...work done. “TV and the situations during one’s life- either case are very con- done first. To stomp out internet motivate me to procrastinate.” I procrastinate when an upcoming assignment is due. I procrastinate more when helping around the house. When I procrastinate, I normally miss time. A few examples of cerned with what others procrastination one has to the deadline. If I know an assignment deadline is approaching I procrastinate. I try to avoid when people procrastinate think of them. sidetrack oneself from dis- procrastinating by being self driven to complete my work. My tip to avoid procrastinating is to “turn off any distractions because they'll be there when you are done doing your work.” include not knowing how - Decisional tractions and conquer the to do something, lack of Procrastinators. People task at hand.

to do list will help you out by completing the pleting your work will Kick Procrastination stay on track. assignments that are motivate you to com- Watching your large to due first, followed by plete your work as with These 8 Stellar do list quickly dimin- most important tasks. soon as possible. ish will boost your - Stay energized. Rather than dreading Tips and Tricks self-esteem, give you a Make sure you are get- the completion of your Procrastination is - Put all distrac- sense of accomplish- ting a proper amount work for the rest of the a problem most people tions aside. Turn off all ment, and help you get of sleep. Working on a allotted time, you’ll be face some point within cellphones, televisions, your work done. full amount of sleep motivated to just do it. their lifetime. radios, and anything - Set small goals. gives you the ability to - Look at the Overcoming your pro- that may distract you After accomplishing a do more, eliminating long-term benefits. crastination can be from getting your set amount of work, tendencies to crash nap Looking at the long easy to do when you work done. take a break and watch in the middle of the term benefits of com- put your mind to it! - Find a quiet an episode of your day; if you didn’t get pleting your work will Let the “Cougar place to work. Find a favorite television enough sleep the night motivate you to com- Chit~Chat help you quiet place to work show or eat that snack before, coffee is your plete your work at a stomp out your pro- where you can be pro- you have been craving. go-to best friend. faster pace. crastination problem ductive, free of noise - Do one task at a - Look at the with a few tips and and other people. time. Don’t overwhelm short-term benefits. tricks. - Create a to do yourself with a list Looking at the short list. An old-fashioned larger than life. Start term benefits of com- Page 6 Graduate Pride Volume 6 Issue 3

Wby SarahhWechere SArechool. She now attendsTheyTemple move onto somethingNow?bigger and although math helped in the most for University in the school of commu- better. his career today. His advice to the Like the many people before nications and major in public rela- Michaela Yurchak attends class of 2016 is to never give up and you, your high school years are tions with a minor in broadcast jour- Kutztown University as a 2015 to do what makes you happy. coming to an end. In the next couple nalism. Miss. Bellucci, Mrs. HAHS graduate. She is majoring in Sydney Walser attends James of months, you will have your last Weston, and Mrs. Matsago were her Environmental Science. Her favorite Madison University as a 2015 high school classes, clear out your favorite teachers. While at Temple teacher is Ms. Sist and misses seeing HAHS graduate. She is majoring in locker one last time, say final good- she misses the stability and motiva- familiar faces and seeing her friends marketing and says Mrs. Gasser was byes to classmates and teachers, and tion from her peers and advisors. from law enforcement. Ms. Sist and her favorite teacher. She misses see- eventually graduate as the Class of Her best advice to seniors is develop Ms. Disabella prepared her the most ing her family and friends that she 2016. good study habits because being because they helped her understand has known her whole life and were Many may get nervous at this independent in college causes you to more about real world situations. always there when she needed them. very thought. There is so much slack a lot easier. While home Michaela works at Sydney let herself ease into into col- uncertainty and expectation in the Darbby Fajarda is a 2014 Gould's Supermarket. Her best lege and says you have to take what air. That is what makes it so excit- graduate and now attends the advice to seniors is whether you’re you learned in high school and apply ing, but equally as frightening. University of Florida to study pre- going to college or getting a job it to much higher levels. Her current So many questions surface. med. His favorite teacher was Mrs. right out of high school, get advice to senior is to get out of What do I do when I move into col- Gasser, and he misses everything involved. Learn to have the time of Hazleton for college if possible. lege? Should I start working and get about high school except for the your life with every situation, meet Branch out and try new things. experience? How will I find my work. While home Darbby works new people, and make a life that you Do not rush high school , but classes? Will I meet new people? for Smoke Rings Lounge. His best would be happy to live. Many grad- when it’s time to get out, go. A fear develops because these advice to the class of 2016 is enjoy uates of Hazleton Area have a vari- Straight A students in high school questions may remain unanswered. every single second, chase every ety of paths they went down. probably will not get those As in Or, even worse, the realistic answers opportunity, and don’t take anything Chris Woodring is a 2014 college their first year because of the may not be the desired ones. for granted. graduate of HAHS. He currently is adjustment, although they will The next hardest thing about Renee Taylor graduated in not enrolled in college. Mr. Saleeba bounce back. Do not stress and have graduating from high school is part- 2015 and attends West Chester for was his favorite teacher and he miss- fun whenever you can. The most ing with the teachers you have mathematical finance. Her favorite es playing basketball. While home important thing probably is to get grown so close to over the years. teacher is Mrs. Beechay-Feola, and Chris works at D’Amatos pizza and involved with your college. So this The teachers at Hazleton Area High she misses seeing everyone every- Amazon. His advice to the class of is it! Saying farewell to high school School have put so much time and day. AP calculus prepared her for 2016 is go to college far away and allows us to keep all the great mem- effort into their classes. They have college the most. Renee wants the get a good job. Eric Pettit is a 2015 ories while still moving forward in inspired students to want to learn class of 2016 to know that if you’re graduate. He is currently enlisted in our lives. The world as adults awaits and succeed. Although teachers are having a miserable senior year, it the US Army. He misses just being us and with this, you are wished the hard to say goodbye to, one of the means you’re ready to in school and says his classes pre- best of luck from previous HAHS most difficult things about gradu- pared him for the real world, graduates and congratulations Class ating is parting with your of 2016. friends. You’ve spent countless hours building close and memo- rable connections and in a short 5 months you will be receiving your diploma and getting ready to hug them for the last time at Hazleton Area High School. Luckily, recent graduates of HAHS are here to help and ease your mind. Ali McCann is a 2015 graduate of Hazleton Area High

Pictured clockwise: Sydney Walser, Khrista Baran, Darbby Fajardo, Ali McCann, Chris Woodring, and Renee Taylor. February 2016 Hip-Hop Page 7

Pic-stitch by Thomas A. Holodick Miss Oster, Mrs. Walck, Miss Bellucci, Mr. Turri, Mr. Redwinski, and Mrs. Mazaika show their best dance moves!

In 2007, it was “Crank That(Soulja bing santa” ugly sweaters for Christmas. Boy).” In 2009, it was “You’re A Jerk.” Atlanta rap group Migos, has one of the And in 2011, it was the “Cat Daddy” and more popular songs for the dab called “Teach Me How to Dougie.” A group of “Look at My Dab.” hip-hop dances that could be easily Shortly after the Dab became learned by going on the internet and Look At My Dab popular, another dance called “Hit Them searching the music video. Folks” rose in popularity. The NFL can These dances paved the way for again be credited for making this dance a new group of even simpler dances start- by Alan Bersavage popular. For this dance, one crosses their ing with the “Nae Nae” in 2013. The At- arms in front of them a couple times then lanta hip-hop group We Are Toonz is lifts their arms, one arm lower than the credited with inventing the Nae Nae with other, while lifting the knee on the side their song “Drop That Nae Nae,” released dance involves one dropping low, swing- “sneezing position.” Everywhere on social that he lower arm is on. This dance is made in 2013. The Nae Nae is performed by ing one’s arms, and stepping forward to the media and TV, one saw people dabbing. even more popular in DLow’s son “Bet planting one’s feet, swaying one’s shoul- beat. On July 14, 2015, iLoveMemphis Cam Newton, the Carolina Panthers quar- You Can’t Do it Like Me.” This song and ders with the body and having one hand in dropped the song “Hit the Quan,” which terback, may be the most popular “dab- video came out on Sep. 29, 2015 as a chal- the air and one down. involves a series of other moves before one ber,” dabbing one game after he scored a lenge saying “you can’t do these dances In 2014, the “Whip” came along. “Hits the Quan.” touchdown and then eventually every like me.” The dances in the song in order This dance involves lifting the knee oppo- At the end of the Summer, a new, game after. He even has his teammates and are sung “Bet you can’t Whip like me, site whichever arm you are using, then simple dance rose to popularity, “The his coach doing the Dab. It is probably the can’t Milly Rock like me, can’t sexy walk dropping it and moving your arm straight Dab.” This dance involves dropping one’s simplest out of all the dances, which is like me, can’t Hit The Quan like me, bet like you are driving a car or a “whip.” head while raising an arm, briefly resting why it became so popular so quickly. For you can’t drop like me, can’t Hit Them Sports stars are mainly credited for popu- the face inside the elbow, resembling a the Christmas season, people wore “dab- Folks like me, can’t Nae Nae like me, can’t larizing the Whip, such as NFL wide re- DLow Shuffle like me.” ceiver Odell Beckham Jr. Many hip-hop This started many to make videos songs also made this dance popular, with of their own form of the dances in the the most popular song coming in 2015, challenge. It incorporates dances that were Silento’s “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae).” made popular in the past couple years with The song was first released on January DLow creating his own “DLow Shuffle” 22, 2015. This song incorporates the dance. The dance can easily learned by Whip and Nae Nae, the “Stanky Legg,” looking up the various videos on YouTube “break your legs,” the “bop,” and the and social media sites such as Twitter and “Soulja Boy.” At first dancers made their Instagram. own videos of the dance and posted them As far as the favorite among cur- on YouTube. By the Summer of 2015, rent students, "The Dab" wins out when everyone knew about the dance. On June choosing from the "Nae Nae," the "Whip," 25, Silento dropped the music video for "Hit the Quan," "The Dab," and "Hit the dance, which today has about 600 Them Folks." Out of the 25 surveyed, 10 million views on YouTube. The song chose "The Dab," 5 chose the "Nae Nae," peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 5 went with the "Whip," 3 went with "Hit 100. the Quan," and 2 chose "Hit Them Folks." After this, the next new dance, Most went with "The Dab" be- “Hit the Quan” rose to popularity. Rich cause of how easy and how popular it is Photo by Chloe Kotzer Homie Quan first performed the dance in right now. Like it or not, these dances de- his music video for the song “Flex (Ooh, The "Crazy Cougar" team mascot shows off his moves at a recent basketball game. fine what the hip-hop culture is currently. Ooh, Ooh), “ released in April 2015. The Page 8 Cougar Chit-Chat Volume 6 Issue 3 Safe Driving

Prepare for the Unexpected

by Adam Falatko

Every teen is excited to receive his driver’s license, but many of them forget the dangers on the road- ways. Driving can be a very danger- ous thing; an accident can happen any second. You could even be involved in a collision or fender-ben- der and not even see it coming. Many teenagers have lost their lives due to reckless driving, dis- obeying traffic laws, or just being caught up in the wrong place in the by Adam Falatko wrong time. Many students you This is the author of this page's overturned car after a recent accident; thus prompting this newspaper page. attend class with have been involved in some form of car accident. Some students from HAHS offered to not to be identified, states that, “An scene of an accident, call the police, Tell them the truth, exactly what pare and contrast” style image to share stories and tips on what to do accident can happen out of nowhere, don’t get angry at the other drivers, happened in the accident and your show the true extent of the damage when you get involved in a car acci- sometimes you can’t even see it and be courteous. Also make sure exact injuries. If you lie to your on your vehicle. dent. coming.” you have all of your car’s informa- insurance company, and they find Be safe on the roads. Follow Junior Ally Hudock advises to, If you are involved in a car tion and registration.” out, you will be in serious trouble. the traffic laws, avoid reckless driv- “Pay attention the whole time, and if accident, it is important that you If you are unharmed, check on They will also not cover your acci- ing, and keep all of your attention on someone is cutting you off, let them remain calm. You need to control the the other drivers/passengers dent at all. the road at all times. Wear your seat- go.” situation correctly to avoid further involved and see if they are harmed Taking photographs of the belt at all times while driving; that All of your attention should be conflicts or problems. in anyway. Damage to the people accident and all property damage goes for your passengers as well. directed to your surroundings while Thomas Holodick, a senior, involved is more important than the will also help you, this can help you The seatbelt can save your life! Be driving. An accident can happen any said this on the subject of what to do materialistic damages. in court if you have to go that far. A careful and smart about your driv- second, anywhere. if you are involved in a car accident: Inform your insurance company picture of your car before the acci- ing! Another student, who preferred “Always stay calm. Don’t leave the you’ve been involved in an accident. dent will allow you to show a “com- Safe Driving Tips These Tips Can Keep You Safe on the Road by Adam Falatko

You should always be driving with your friends, but on it! aware of your surroundings be cautious. Do not let your When driving through while driving. You should friends become a distraction an intersection, make sure know what is in front of, next to driving; it’s not only put- that the roads are clear, and to, and behind you at all time ting you in danger but your that there is no more oncom- to avoid any unwanted inci- friends too. ing traffic. dent. Cellphones and driv- Be extra cautious and Adjusting your mirrors ing do not mix. Texting and aware while driving in bad so that you can see all direc- driving is incredibly danger- weather conditions, especial- tions is a must. One must also ous, you can very easily veer ly the snow! Roads can pay attention to signs along off the road and end up caus- become slippery from any the road; this means speed ing an accident. form of precipitation and limit signs, stop signs, pedes- Driving requires all of your vision of the road can be trian crossing signs, and your attention, you cannot obstructed. Chart Courtesy of Indiana Online Driver Improvement 2016 many more. have any distractions! You Being in high school, should also always wear your Utilizing defensive driving tips can decrease the possibil- you are obviously going to be seatbelt! Your life can depend ity of an accident occurring. The Importance of Insurance by Adam Falatko those involved in accidents suspension of your license pension. sions in your mind. by lightening or removing and a $50 restoration fee; a It only makes sense to If you get injured in a It is illegal to drive in the financial impact com- three-month suspension of be an insured driver. Being car related accident and have Pennsylvania without insur- pletely. If you get caught your vehicles registration insured assures a safer driv- to go to the hospital, today’s ance, but it is illegal for a driving without insurance by and a $50 restoration fee. A ing experience for you and hospital bills are incredibly good reason. Insurance helps the police in Pennsylvania, suspension on vehicle regis- everybody else on the roads. steep. You may face a giant keeps roads and drivers you can receive one of these tration means that the vehi- If you think of driving with- debt in addition to recover- safer. penalties: a minimum of cle cannot be driven by any- out insurance, keep the pos- ing from your injuries. Having insurance helps $300 fine; a three-month one until the end of the sus- sibility of fines and suspen- Cougar Chit-Chat 9 Trends February 2016 PC vs. PlayStation vs. XBox Dress to by Steven McMinn (Central Processing Unit), and how much memory it has. PlayStation 4. Enough said. At the mo- In interviews conducted, five people ment, Sony has sold around 30.2 million were asked which system they like more and PlayStation 4 consoles over the past two why they liked that system. years since it arrived on Nov. 15, 2013, com- "I like PC more. It is able to run dif- Impress pared to the Xbox one’s 18 million consoles. ferent games with amazing fps and you don’t by Jake Sachse The current price of a PlayStation is have to worry about services failing as often $349, $50 less than the original price of $399 as on a console, " according to Marc Welch. . plus still $100 less than Xbox one. An Xbox David Witcofski likes PCs, "because I can As children, you are told, they have a nice outfit on because it’s one with 500GB of storage is $349. The play League of Legends and go on the inter- “Don’t judge a book by its cover.” a great conversation starter.” Xbox one has sold around 18 million con- net." Although many try hard to do Nice clothes are more appeal- soles (which is half as many sales as the "The PC is very versatile, has many PlayStation 4). uses, has steam so that means a lot of games this, people cannot escape the fact of ing to the opposite sex as well. Senior Amber Spahn says, “It’s In the personal computer (PC) world, are cheap and also has huge sales and it has a first impression. Even without whether you are considering a desktop, or much better graphics and performance," important for guys to dress nicely,” meeting somebody, individuals can laptop, the price of a computer varies de- states Ryan Walker. put an image into your head about and, “I’m more likely to talk to pending on what kind of a computer you are "I like the PlayStation 4 more because what kind of a someone I don’t getting (recreational or business). If you are it has more exclusive games and better qual- person they are. know if they dress looking to build your own computer, the ity games all around," concludes Noah An- overall prices can range from $300 to charski. . A lot of things "Bad taste is vulgar. a certain way.” Dressing $13,000. Emma Miller states, "I don’t really like come together to It's like cursing. If you want to buy a laptop or computer the PC because the games are overwhelming, make a first im- nicely does not that you can use for gaming you should take and the Internet tends to side track me too pression includ- I think the world can have an exact defi- several factors into consideration, such as much. PlayStation 4 seems to not be getting nition. Everybody ing the way be saved your budget, the kinds of games you like to as many exclusives that I’m interested in someone talks, has his or her own play, the computers graphics cards, CPU compared to the Xbox one." walks, and acts. through design," style, whether More importantly wanting to wear than this, people On The Byas, Hol- -according to well-known rapper and lister, Nike, or any- create impres- fashion designer Kanye West. Star Wars Returns to Big Screen sions based on thing in between. how another person is dressed. Fortunately, society not only Clothing can say a lot about allows, but often promotes, doing so. you. A nice outfit will keep your con- The price tag on a certain piece of fidence up and have you in a better clothing doesn’t matter, nor does the mood for the long day ahead. Doing brand. What matters is how you use something different with your clothes that certain piece to make a great out- can give you a chance to change the fit. way someone sees you. Clothing has been described as People make their assessments a form of art, and a way to express of a person within the first couple yourself. Clothing brings people to- seconds of seeing them. Clothing in gether, and gets them talking. This is no way defines a person or deter- a call to all students in the Hazleton mines his or her worth, but it does Area, take some time when picking create a positive first impression and out what you wear to school tomor- invites conversation. row. Brighten the school, and Tomas Dovicak, a junior, said, brighten your mood! “It’s easier to talk to someone new if

by Mark Kisenwether J.J. Abrams directed the movie with some old school finesse and new "Star Wars" is one of the go-to school style. Daisy Ridley, the actress movies for any Si-Fi Enthusiast. “Star who portrays Rey, played a fantastic Wars VII: The Force Awakens” is the role and outshines the other actors be- seventh episode and movie in the "Star cause of the significance of the charac- Wars" franchise, and just recently be- ter. John Boyega, actor playing Finn, came one of the highest grossing had some really funny lines but overall movies in United States history. his performance was pretty good. Kylo A courageous Heroine, Disaffected Ren, the soon to be Darth Vader clone Stormtrooper, new foe, and more are in is played by Adam Driver, who may the latest installment of Star Wars! have been lacking in his lines, yet he "Star Wars VII: The Force Awak- truly shined in his acting. ens" brings something new to the table One thing that made “Star Wars with the introduction of 3 main char- VII” soar to the top of the box office acters. Rey is a desert scavenger that is ticket sales is the use of some of the unsure about her fate. A Stormtrooper original cast. The original cast mem- named Finn who has a change in heart bers that returned to the big screen are about being evil. And, a Sith that goes Carrie Fisher, Harrison Ford and Mark http://pinterest.com by the name of Kylo Ren who has to Hamill. The use of these returning stars Cougar Chit-Chat presents Tomas Dovicak and Amber Spahn, two confident, prove if he is worthy enough to be a helps bring back fans of the series who well-dressed HAHS students! powerful leader of the dark side. grew up watching the original cast. Page 10 Miss Universe Volume 6 Issue 3 Steve Harvey Wrongly Announces Miss Rules for Pageants: Universe by Ally Hudock ferently such as taking the crown away from her in a press conference the next day so she did not have to deal with the embarrassment on live TV. How to Become Miss In a major live TV mess up, host Steve To apologize Steve Harvey tweeted, “I'd Harvey inadvertently announced the wrong like to apologize wholeheartedly to Miss winner of the Miss Universe pageant in Las Colombia & Miss Philippines for my huge mis- Vegas. Misreading the finalists, Harvey an- take. I feel terrible.” Universe nounced Miss Colombia He also tweeted, by Ally Hudock modeling classes to help with their walk and was the winner, but actu- “Secondly, I'd like to poses. ally, she was the first run- apologize to the view- The last step in this stage is to prepare ner-up, and Miss ers at that I disap- pointed as well. Again The Miss Universe beauty pageant was for the interview. Women should be educat- Philippines was the real it was an honest mis- founded in 1952. Miss Universe is one of the ing themselves and form opinions of current winner. take.” most recognized and publicized beauty con- and recent events around the world. The most Immediately Steve The Miss Uni- tests in the world, which consists of national frequently asked questions are, “Who is your Harvey took responsibility biggest influence?” or “What consists or true for the huge mistake while verse Association is- pageant winners from across the globe. Usu- sued a statement as beauty?” on stage. On live TV, he ally, a country's candidate selection involves well, “The excitement pageants in major cities, whose winners com- The next stage is collecting all of the ex- showed the card to prove anyone could have made of live TV was evident pete in a national pageant. Women can take pensive pageant gear. The entry fee alone can the same mistake as him. tonight on the Miss steps to ensure they qualify and are suited to be up to $1,000. These women will also need Miss Colombia, Ari- Universe stage with win Miss Universe. money to pay for travel expenses. Contestants adna Gutierrez, thought over 10 million live fan There are four stages to go through be- are advised to buy high quality makeup from votes tabulated. Unfor- department stores and specialty shops. To she had won but Harvey fore being eligible to compete. There are three held up the card with offi- tunately, a live telecast compete, women will Photo courtesy of Google Images 2016 steps in the first stage. cial results showing that means that human need an evening gown, To begin, the contest- Gutierrez was first runner- Steve Harvey poses with his wife error can come into "It's good to feel at- bathing suit, and an out- ants must be between up. Miss Philippines, cov- play. We witnessed that fit to wear for the inter- Marjorie for a photo at a recent the ages or 18 and 27 tractive on the out- ered her mouth in shock tonight when the by Jan. 1 in the year view, along with shoes when Harvey corrected his mistake. Awkwardly, wrong winner was initially announced. Our sin- they compete. Sec- side, but being smart to match each outfit. Miss Colombia had to hand over her crown to cerest apologies to Ariadna Gutierrez, Miss ond, Miss Universe Contestants need the actual winner, in front of the whole audi- Colombia, Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach, Miss Philip- contestants have to and confident on the to make sure to act ap- ence. pines, their families and fans. We congratulate wait to get married. propriately throughout Perhaps it could have been handled dif- Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach as Miss Universe 2015.” Also they can’t have the course of the pag- been in a previous inside is what eant. Make sure to be on marriage or have had counts," best behavior, and lady- a child. Finally, the like and to stand up Miss Colombia Opens Up about potential contestants straight with a smile, be- must apply to enter Miss Universe cause a judge can be the Miss Universe Mess Up the Miss Universe pageant by applying around at any time. by Ally Hudock to bring happiness to my country after be- through the national director in their respec- The last stage is competing for the title coming Miss Universe for only a couple of tive countries. of Miss Universe. The swimsuit competition minutes.... Today because of that Colombia In America, potential contestants must can bring some women to their breaking Miss Colombia was originally an- and the Latin community are being talked first qualify for the Miss USA pageant by con- points as they present partially-clothed bod- nounced Miss Universe 2015 before her about in every corner of the world. I also tacting their local state directors. The second ies to millions. crown was suddenly taken away because the want to congratulate the Philippines for their stage consists of preparing to compete. The Contestants should make sure to show host sadly announced the wrong winner. new Miss Universe. The happiness that you personality throughout the pageant so the first step is to make sure you stay in shape. Since the mix up, Ariadna Gutiérrez has not must be feeling must be incredible. Life con- judge doesn’t hear the same cookie cutter re- You must exercise and eat healthy because opened up about the event until recently. tinues and in the future we will find out why sponses to the questions he or she asks. Being Miss Universe contestants are judged by their Miss Colombia then posted on her In- things happen the way they happen. Thank appearance in a bathing suit. Secondly, these confident is a trait these women need to have you all for your love, support and kindness." while responding to the questions. stagram account saying, “After the storm women need to make sure to take good care of comes the calm. I want to thank each and their skin to avoid acne and sun damage. During the evening-gown competition, every one of you who have sent messages of Third, the women are to remove all unwanted judges are looking for a contestant who is support and strength. Every one of you has body hair, usually by waxing. They are told regal and elegant. A contestant's walk is just become an incredible human being in my to make an appointment at least a week in ad- as important as her choice of gown. Judges vance to make sure redness and irritation is score each contestant on how graceful, book and I am the most fortunate and thank- not visible for the pageant. poised, and composed she appears. The con- ful for having the support not only from one Next, Miss Universe contestants are told testants are to smile no matter what to out- country but from the whole entire world.” to get a pageant coach to have them teach come may be, and if they are not the winner, The whole incident became a major them the ways to walk, act and look through- they can always try again the following year. embarrassment for everyone involved. The out the pageant. Many of the women enroll in Miss Universe runner-up admitted that she believes in destiny and would cherish those few moments of glory when she mistakenly became Miss Universe. There are no hard feelings between Miss Colombia and Miss Philippines, since Ariadna congratulated Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach and the Philippines. Photo courtesy of Google Images 2016 The last thing Miss Colombia said Miss Colombia speaks candidly about the event was, "Your destiny is written during a post-pageant interview. for you. And my destiny was this. I was able #ConfidentlyBeautiful by Ally Hudock stand up in any situation and declare, 'I am secure and that's what makes me beautiful!'" Several Miss Universe contestants have taken Let's be honest, when the Miss Universe selfies without any makeup on, posting them Pageant is the topic of conversation, natural on twitter with the hashtag #Confidently- beauty doesn't come to mind at first. The Beautiful. They used this hashtag to shatter mental picture more or less consists of spray the outdated stereotype that beauty pageant tan, teeth whitening strips, push-up bras, hair girls are walking, talking Barbie dolls. The extensions, layers and layers of makeup. In two contestants that were the topic of con- what appears to be an attempt to combat versation, Miss Colombia and Miss Philip- some of the recent negativity surrounding pines also participated in this movement and beauty pageants, the Miss Universe program wiped away the makeup for social media. is encouraging this year’s contestants to show Celebrities and models also involved them- that their beauty is more than skin deep. The selves in this movement Miss Universe pageant this year aimed "to This movement is to encourage women provide the tools which help women to be everywhere to love the skin they’re in and to their personal best," the mission statement re- be confident. This shift shows open-minded- Photo courtesy of Google Images 2016 vealed according to the official website of ness and a step in a right direction to show Both Miss Colombia and Miss Phillipines graciously share the stage after the Miss Universe. "Self-confidence is the key. what natural beauty is. on-air mix-up. Every woman should have the confidence to Cougar Chit-Chat 11 February 2016 Latest, Greatest Fad?

Meet thenot, manyDeveloperargue that it should not be called by Vennce Elaine David a hover board unless it actually hovers. Unfortunately, the name has been trademarked. One cannot argue with the Self-balancing two-wheeled boards, law. or self-balancing electric scooters, AKA About four to five years ago, hover “hover boards,” are in huge demand. One is boards were developed and patented by definitely bound to have seen some of these Shane Chen. Chen according to self-balancing boards out and about, or inventist.com, has an, "active lifestyle and maybe on common social networks such as an overactive imagination combined to fuel Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or even his vision of enhancing the activities he Snapchat of either friends, family, or famous enjoyed, including windsurfing and other celebrities. water sports, skating, skiing, biking and Adults enjoy these hover boards a lot cooking, by creating unconventional and like children do, and according to research, easy-to-use equipment.” electronic commerce and cloud computing However, you might be surprised to companies such as Amazon and eBay, learn that Chen really has not made lots of along with many other manufacturing money out of it. He initially called it companies worldwide, sell one hover board Hovertrax, which sold for about $1,000. soar at least every twelve seconds. That is Cheap and made-in-China imitations, above the water; the approximately 7,200 hover boards in just however, have flooded the market at about Lunicycle, also an eco- one day. one quarter of the cost, $300-$600. friendly and an advanced But what exactly are they? What are Chen's initial design was to help pull version of a traditional they made of? Who developed them? And skiers uphill. It seemed more efficient and unicycle; Orbitwheels, a for what purpose did s/he invent them for? quicker for skiers to get on top of a hill rather cross between a Technically, a hover board is a than riding ski-lifts. “And then, they stick it in skateboard and a pair of levitating platform. Picture a skateboard a backpack when they ski back down,” inline skates; the Powerwing, a unique without wheels "off the ground,” as in, Chen said. three-wheeled scooter; and Swerver floating above the ground. Surprised? Although it works, unfortunately, he Skates, new skates that one many use Hopefully not. The term “hover board” was was “never satisfied” with it, and so he did without ever having to lift their feet off the first heard and seen in the movie "Back to not put it on the market. According to his ground. Photo by Google Images the Future II," where Marty McFly, the website, inventist.com, other than the protagonist, traveled into the future only to Hovertrax, Shane Chen and his team have Shane Chen, developer of discover that teenagers were riding on invented, developed, and patented many the Hovertrax or Hoverboard levitating boards without wheels. mobile inventions such as the Aquaskipper, “Hover," the word itself, means, “to an eco-friendly water workout device that float, to fly, or to levitate,” and believe it or move like a bird’s wings, allowing one to Is It Worth the Risk? TIPS FOR HOVER- by Vennce Elaine David BOARD SAFETY 1. First and foremost, make Although the latest trend in sure you have a reputable brand technology gadgetry, hover boards, are of board. This is important as all for fun and games, they have been cheaper ones have been known turning heads for the wrong reasons. to catch fire and explode; Hover boards are either exploding or creating an unsafe environment catching fire. A Louisiana family’s home almost for you and others. caught on fire after their son’s hover board exploded destroying two rooms. In 2. Although not necessary, it is Melbourne, Australia, a house caught on highly recommended to wear fire when a girl’s hover board also appropriate safety equipment. exploded, after it had been plugged in to charge for ten minutes. Both parents tried to stop the fire, but unfortunately, it was 3. Always be aware of your already too late. The room where the surroundings. As much as futuristic skateboard was plugged in was possible, never use other already engulfed with fire. devices that may distract you, There are many more chronological such as, a cell phone. events similar to the Louisiana and Melbourne families’ home tragedy. As a matter of fact, due to these events, even 4. If the device is very hot, Amazon pulled Swagway hover boards Photo by BuleBritish stop using it and check with your from its online store citing safety "..A few whisps of smoke rise from the hoverboard and then flames shoot out in a brief ball of manufacturer or retailer. This concerns. Hoverboard safety and fire fire. The poor guy nearly jumps out of his skin to get away from the flames. All is well, except could suggest a faulty battery risks are now being investigated by the for the hoverboard. That thing is done." federal government, and states have that needs replacing. In this started to ban the use of hover boards. Federal Aviation Administration or FAA, thought that it (hoverboards) would be case, do not proceed to charge According to a CBS report, the U.S. “the high-watt lithium batteries used in useful, especially when you live on the hoverboard. Consumer Product Safety Commission is hover boards can start a fire in a plane's campus and you have to walk to classes; investigating at least ten incidents of baggage compartment and may cause it makes it easier and somewhat faster to significant risks to aviation companies, get to our destination," said Kent Dela 5. When charging your hover board fires in nine states. The New hoverboard, After using your it, York City Police Department declared staff, and most importantly, passengers.” Cruz, a college student. hover boards illegal and advised people New York City, the U.K., and a "But I understand. I wouldn't really make sure to cool it down before that they could be met with fines if they number of top airline companies are not compromise other's safety, myself plugging it in to charge. Never are caught riding them on the streets. the only ones to ban the use of included, just because they seem leave it unattended. Always One of the NYPD’s precinct hoverboards. At least 30 universities have efficient. If you think about it, they do have follow the manufacturer's also taken action by restricting some disadvantages. Besides, walking tweeted, “Be advised that the electric instructions. Do not overcharge #hoverboard is illegal as per Admin. Code hoverboards on their campuses, including helps you maintain body weight and lower 19-176.2,” in November last year. the American University, George the risk of obesity. It also improves blood the device. This may cause the Airline companies such as United, Washington University, University of New pressure and blood sugar levels, so it's device to overheat and catch American, and Delta Airlines have Hampshire, and Ohio University. not that bad," he added. fire, or worse, explode. banned the scooters on flights, even as "For Christmas, I got one for myself checked luggage. According to the and for my little brothers as a gift. I Volume 6 Issue 3 Cougar Chit-Chat February 2016 Sudoku

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