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Tuesday,ThePerspective April 30, 2019 Volume 131 Issue 5 Canton, MI the-perspective.org Awareness to Action: Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month

by Cora Wallen April is National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month Editor-in-Chief * (SAAPM), and the theme this year Students Share Their Experiences... according to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network “It happens to more people than you “Everything is going to be okay. Just stay (RAINN) is “Awareness to Action.” They are promoting en- think and it’s not their fault for it happen- strong. Let an adult help you that you trust gaging in action against sexual violence and raising aware- ing. It made me stronger knowing I went or let a friend know so they can tell some- ness in communities around the country. through that and I’m still living my life how one for you. They won’t hurt you. I promise. There are many forms of sexual violence and harassment I want, even if there are some things that Stay strong,” said Journey. that happen everywhere around the world and street harass- are different. I learned that I have a voice ment is one form of that. Street harassment includes but and I can change what is happening,” said “You’re not alone, there are more people is not limited to cat-calling, slurs, crude gestures, stalking Journey, a junior. that experience it than you think. Take your and various other forms of undesired actions, comments, or time, the first time you talk about it may not gestures. “I think everyone experiences something seem like the right time, but you have loved “Not a lot of laws can be made [to stop street harass- different and everyone is at a different ones and they care about you, and it’s best ment], but we can discourage the behavior and publicly say place of healing, and know that it can hap- to get that weight off your shoulders,” said it is creepy and disgusting. It’s a grab for power, to be cool, pen anywhere to anyone, and some people Karin. to be powerful. But as soon as it’s publicly shamed, that are afraid of revealing that in the first power is diminished,” said Madeline Price, Salem sopho- place” said Karin, senior. “I would tell other teens that they are more who conducted a research project on street harass- not alone and they have a voice. They are “People out there are hurting everyday, beautiful in every way,” said Naya. ment. it’s not something people ask for, it’s not a Rape is a form of sexual assault, however sexual assault joke— it’s reality,” said Naya, high school “I would like to say that it’s okay to be is not only rape, but various other forms of non consented sophomore. “My experience made me feel open with people you trust because you sexual or explicit behavior. Sexual abuse is this behavior as weak, but I am stronger because I have a should never have to go through this well, usually inflicted by force or onto people who are un- voice and I know I am not alone.” alone,” said Jocelyn. able to consent. According to RAINN, every 92 seconds, an individual “I would want to say to people that it’s *Quotes are excerpts from interviews is sexually assaulted. 1 in 6 women and 1 in 33 men expe- conducted by Cora Wallen not their fault no matter what people ask rience sexual violence, yet 7 out of 10 sexual assaults go them or tell them. To be aware that it can unreported. happen to anyone and it can be your clos- Help Information: These are solely statistics for the general population, est friend, they just don’t tell you about it. It If you or anyone you know has however this is something that also greatly affects teens and made me feel alone like I had no one and I children. Every 11 minutes, Child Protective Services (CPS) experienced sexual violence or ha- thought that it was my fault for the longest rassment or is in need of help, the finds evidence of child sexual abuse. Additionally, females time, and I’ve become stronger to know I ages 16-19 are 4 times more likely to experience sexual as- can get through anything because of it,” RAINN National Sexual Assault sault, abuse, or rape than any other group. said Jocelyn, a senior. Hotline is 1-800-656-4673. As a survivor of sexual abuse myself, I understand how it can affect a teen’s everyday life. The Heart of Paris in Flames by Fiona Hughes and Madeline Justice Editor-in-Chief and Sports Editor On April 15, in Paris, a fire consumed Notre L’Oréal, The Bettencourt Meyers family and the Dame’s famous spyre and roof. At 6:20 p.m. the fire Bettencourt Schueller Foundation pledged that department was alerted by a fire alarm, and by 6:43 they would donate 200 million euros towards Notre p.m. the firefighters had a visual on the fire. It took Dame’s restoration. According to CNN, the total over 400 firefighters to put out the fire and attempt to amount of donations from French businesses and the upper class totals around 601 million euros. Along save as many historical artifacts as possible. with donations rolling in from around the world, Our The fire allegedly started around the base of Lady is financially set to be restored eventually with the spyre. Old buildings such as Notre Dame are over a billion dollars of donations in total. It is said constantly under restoration to preserve the original that it may take five years to complete the restoration architecture. Scaffolding lined the side of Notre Dame of the historic chapel even with the abundance of that needed restoring, and the fire is presumed to Mrs. Birou in front of Notre Dame after the recent fire money being donated. Photos by Kevin Birou have started because of a stray spark or smouldering “The tragedy of losing so much of Notre Dame equipment near the spyre. Two thirds of the roof was Cathedral is far deeper than just a building being burned down along with the spyre, although the bell burnt,” said Salem French teacher, Kathy Rokakis. towers were not destroyed. “Having survived revolutions and wars, losing a large Religious artifacts such as the Crown of Thorns portion of it is like ripping a vital organ from the and the Tunic of Saint Louis were saved from the fire. body of Paris, France and the world.” The Crown of Thorns is believed to have been worn In times of tragedy, people rally together. With by Jesus Christ at his crucifixion and the Tunic of donations still being made to the restoration of the Saint Louis is believed to have belonged to King Louis cathedral and the people of France showing their IX. Many more artifacts were saved along with the sorrow by standing outside Notre Dame and praying, Great Organ, the 16 rooftop religious statues and bells this tragic event shows how bringing people together from the bell tower. However, the gothic spyre was can help in stressful situations. completely destroyed in the fire and the fate of the famous stained glass windows still remains uncertain. Notre Dame glows with flames while onlookers sing hymns Index News.....A1-A4 Opinion.....A5-A6 Sports.....B1 Features.....B2-B-4 Entertainment.....B5-B6 Travel.....B7 The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org A2 News Going to States: Congress Edition by Lilli Keehn Staff Writer March 23-25, members from Plymouth, Canton and Gable (Salem senior) and Christian Guinihin (Plymouth Salem student Congresses went to Grand Rapids for an senior). Each of them spoke about their roles in Con- event called MASC/MAHS State Conference (States). gress and what their favorite parts of the event were. States is an event Taipi, an active where members member on the Student from student coun- Publicity Committee, cils, congresses, helps to plan, volunteer governments, etc. and promote Congress gather together in events. She said her favor- one place to learn ite part of States would about leadership have to be either the and how to become speeches from the speak- a better leader. ers or the dance party on During the week- the last night. “We learn end, students listen a lot about each other all to different Keynote weekend, and then get to speakers come celebrate with each other in and talk about so it’s a really great experi- Photo of Canton Congress leadership, then Photo of Plymouth Congress ence,” she said. Photo by Emily Wolf separate in groups Photo by Christian Guinihin Guinihin is a chair- States this year was a success and a good time. From to discuss school man of the Events Com- listening to Keynote speakers, teambuilding and dance events. They also get together and have a huge dance mittee and helps to plan events during the school year. partying, students said they had a really great time. party on the last night. He agreed with Taipi and said his favorite part was the Wolf is one of many who hopes to continue to “talk and This year, there were several students from dance party on Sunday, but also, “getting to know other spread the message that [the Keynote speakers] hope to Plymouth, Canton and Salem invited including Emily students from other schools and making new friends.” be spreading.” Wolf (Canton senior), Dea Taipi (Canton junior), Sienna Overall, all student representatives would say that

In it for the Long Run by Cora Wallen In 2011, Jesse Lindlbauer was year, we wanted to show them continual support from Editor-in-Chief affected by an infected brain ab- the community and make sure that they always feel like scess, including with conditions they’re supported by us.” like meningitis, brain trauma and a For the families this year, there is a different number of other difficulties, having to go through lengthy variation of the motto that each family chose. The Sav- hospitalization and brain surgeries. At the time, Salem age family is “In it for Community.” Maria Savage was senior Tommy Halewicz decided to push and plan for an diagnosed with renal kidney failure and has lupus. Due to event, the Super Jess 5K (SJ5K) to show the family sup- expensive medical treatments, her family is currently in port and give financial aid. The event ended with $45,000 separate living arrangements. The Lombardi family is “In raised for the Lindlbauer family and has raised over it for Awareness.” Lily and Sienna Lombardi, ages three $500,000 in the past eight years. Lindlbauer now designs years and six months, have the condition Pseudohypoal- the logo and Halewicz is head of the SJ5K board. dosteronism Type 1 Recessive (PHA). Low sodium levels Every year, the SJ5K has continued with its goal to and high potassium levels as a result of this condition can provide community and financial support to families in be fatal. The Little family is “In it for the Laughter.” Karen the Plymouth-Canton area undergoing medical crises. Little is a Plymouth sophomore battling Stage 4 Hodg- “I think it does two things: I think it really starts kin’s Lymphoma with Bulk. The Adams family is “In it for to bring everyone together and it helps to bring perspec- Empathy.” Kim Adams suffered a cerebral hemorrhage tive, in the sense of ‘that could be me’ being as one of the and lost function of one side of her body, and has been people that are being run for next year,” said Nick Mat- recovering strength while suffering from seizures. The The SJ5K Team ready to work tioli, Canton senior and student leader for sponsorship. Little family is “In it for the Long Fight.” Kim Little was Photos by Casey Swanson The SJ5K this year will be taking place on May 5 diagnosed with Stage 4 Breast Cancer, and is undergoing at 8:00 a.m. at the Canton Varsity Football Field and there her chemotherapy. are five families being sponsored. “A lot of the families mentioned how they never “The day of the race is honestly amazing, you look at expected to be on the recipient end, so obviously things people and everybody is happy to be there and smiling happen, and now they’re put in a position where maybe and stuff. I’ve met so many new and random people and they were part of the race in prior years and now they’re I was best friends with them by the end of the day. It’s on the receiving end. They go through a lot emotion- amazing to be there on that day,” said Sarah Glovatsky, ally and as a community we need to be there to support Plymouth junior and communications director. them,” said Tassnime Sebaei, Salem senior and student The motto for this year is “In it for the Long Run.” leader of family outreach. In explanation of the slogan, Emily Britton, More information on how to sign up, volunteer, or Plymouth senior and student leader for promotions said, donate to SJ5K can be found at www.SJ5K.org. “We were thinking back on all the families we’ve had in the past, and while yes, we only sponsor them for one Les Misérables by Kealani Tapp and Jordyn Audi Business Manager and Social Media Manager

The Park Players Theatre Company pre- daughter of Fantine, a young dying woman, sented the school edition of “Les Misérables” played by Lilli Keehn, Plymouth senior. “Les in Salem’s Gloria Logan auditorium on Misérables” tackles the topics of love, war March 15, 16, 22 and 23. Paul R. Bird, a co- and loss. director of the Park Players Theatre Compa- Production for “Les Misérables” began ny, directed and designed the play. The play Feb. 11. The production staff consisted of pieced together the hard work of numerous around 50 people including stage managers, talented groups including an incredible cast, a vocal assistant, house managers and vari- crew and orchestra. ous crew heads. Garrett Ratliff, Salem sopho- Dalton Barthold, Canton senior, played more and carpentry crew head, enjoyed the lead role of Jean Valjean. “Working on working on the production staff. He said, ‘Les Misérables’ was really special. It was a “It was a lot of fun getting to be a part of wonderful experience,” Barthold said. building the set... and it was fantastic work- “Les Misérables” is set in 18th century ing with all the other actors and crew to put France. It follows Valjean, a poor man who together an amazing show.” is forced into slavery for over a decade, after he steals a loaf of bread. Valjean tears up his identification papers in an attempt to leave behind his criminal past. As time moves on, he gains status and eventually becomes may- Actors on set or. Valjean agrees to raise Cossette, played Photo by Isabelle Fessler by Shea Dennie, Salem senior. Cosette is the The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org A3 News The 2020 Presidential Race: A Clear Vision for America? by Cameron Lindsay, Owen Miller and Zach Antonelli Editor-in-Chief and Staff Writers The ‘invisible primaries’ are coming to an end and companies in New York by the time he was 40 years for the Democratic nominees. His main focus for the candidates for the 2020 presidency have all an- old. He became a U.S. representative in 2013 for his campaign is climate change and environmental nounced their candidacy. As of March 27 there are Maryland. John Hickenlooper served as Colorado’s issues. Amy Klobuchar is another candidate that 15 Democratic candidates and two Republicans. As governor from 2011 to 2019, but he started out his has talked about reinstating climate regulations that students become adults in the eyes of the state, they career in business, co-founding a brewing company were eliminated by the Trump administration. are allowed to have a say in how the government in Denver. As for the Republican candidates, there are two operates. Understanding who will be on the ballot is There still are many Democratic candidates who confirmed opponents to the 15 Democratic can- a major part of the democratic process. have political backgrounds coming from positions didates. Our two options on the right are the cur- The Democratic candidates all have similar plat- in congress and the mayor’s office. Beto O’Rourke, rent sitting president, Donald Trump, and former forms with opinions on things like Medicare, crimi- a Democrat from Texas has gathered a lot of inter- Massachusetts governor, Bill Weld. Weld has been nal justice reform, climate change, minimum wage, est. O’Rourke was born in El Paso and went on to very vocal with his distaste for the president with opioid crisis awareness and reform. However, each serve on the city council and was then elected to the claims that, ‘Trump is single handedly killing the one of them differ in their political backgrounds. House of Representatives in 2012. Bernie Sanders Republican party’. Trump has continued to run his Cory Booker and Kamala Harris were both the returns from the 2016 presidential election, con- campaign with personal attacks on his political first African American political representatives in tinuing to push for free college and Medicare for all. opponents such as Beto O’Rourke. The president’s their surrounding region. Brooker was the first Afri- His 2020 campaign raised $6 million within the first political advisors warned him about using the same can American Senator in New Jersey. Harris was the 24 hours of it being announced, beating out Kamala tactics he used in the last election, but that waits to first African American and female attorney general Harris’s $1.5 million for the highest amount raised be seen. for California and was the second for the senate. on day one. Sanders also supports increasing the With 17 presidential candidates running for the There are some candidates, however, that have lit- federal minimum wage to $15 an hour, along with 2020 presidency, the upcoming election will chal- tle to no political background such as Andrew Yang, many other Democratic candidates: Tulsi Gabbard, lenge many American voters with a decision. P-CEP an entrepreneur who founded Venture for America. Kirsten Gillibrand, Kamala Harris, Julian Castro students who have registered to vote will also face In addition, Oprah Winfrey’s spiritual advisor, and Elizabeth Warren. that choice. Marianne Williamson is running for president. Pete Buttigieg is an openly gay candidate, who Andrew Yang is not the only Democrat running has years of experience as a mayor, and as a soldier that has a background in business, John Delaney is of the U.S. Navy. Jay Inslee, governor of Washing- both an entrepreneur and congressman, leading two ton, was the first governor to announce running Worldwide New Zealand Impact: Earth Christchurch Day Shooting by Emma Bali by Diya Banerjee News Editor Features Editor

April 22 was Earth Day, a day In addition, there is also a worldwide On March 15, two Mosques in Christ- community of just people who sympa- held to demonstrate and promote ‘impact beyond the hour.’ This event church, New Zealand were involved in thized with the tragedy.” She has been environmental awareness. In addition, is known as Earth Hour, the world’s two terrorist attacks. Beginning at the Al apart of vigils and special prayers at her this worldwide event calls for the largest grassroots movement for Noor Mosque, the shooter then struck own mosque. While heartbroken for protection of our planet. First celebrated the environment. This event has the Linwood Islamic Centre, all while the victims and their families, Akbari in 1970, Earth Day now includes events the intention of uniting millions of streaming on Facebook live. According commended the action taken after the in more than 193 countries each year, people around the world to show their to a police statement, 50 people were shooting, “I was super impressed by the which are currently being coordinated commitment to the planet. killed, and 50 people were injured. The New Zealand prime minister’s response globally by the Earth Day Network. As Earth Hour rolled around the victims, of all ages, were joining together to this to this tragedy and how genuine This network is the world’s largest globe on March 30, thousands of for Friday prayer when the tragedy her pain and compassion was by visiting environmental movement that works landmarks switched off their lights at struck. The shooter was 28-year-old these families and victims in this mosque year round to solve climate change, end 8:30 p.m. local time in solidarity for our Australian man, Brenton Harrison Trant. and creating immediate change about the plastic pollution, protect endangered planet. Hundreds of the world’s iconic CNN reports that authorities had found weapons used in this event.” New Zea- species and broaden, educate and landmarks, from the Eiffel Tower to the an 87-page manifesto of anti-Muslim land Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has activate the environmental movement Empire State building and the Sydney and anti-immigrant beliefs. He is now stated that gun laws will change. across the globe. Opera House, took part in this call for charged with 50 counts of murder. This Salem senior, Tassnime Sebaei, also Since the first Earth Day in 1970, the global action on climate change. attack, described as New Zealand’s big- saw her community come together. She day has become an international focus This year, Earth Day Network gest shooting in modern history, was explains, “I’ve definitely seen it bring for action. The Earth Day Network is putting the spotlight on plastic fueled by hatred. my community closer together… people estimates that as many as 1 billion pollution. The Network has created a Despite the mourning of the Muslim I hadn’t seen stand up for the religion people around the world celebrate Earth tool kit that aids you in calculating your community and the world, people have before finally used their voice and spoke Day in some way. plastic use and create a plan to cut down joined together to support each other, up in remembrance of the victims. Ad- On April 22, 1970, in coast-to- on consumption. You can start with easy the victim’s families, and their faith. ditionally, Muslims that hadn’t been at coast rallies, 20 million Americans steps, such as ditching your straw. Instead of remembering and emphasiz- the mosque in a long time came and filled streets, parks and auditoriums Earth Day Network organizes tree- ing the shooter and his story, the world mourned the victims in prayer.” Sebaei to establish for a healthy, sustainable planting groups in urban areas and has been focusing on the victims of the also felt this tragedy hit close to home, environment. schools. In addition, the organization shooter as well as their stories. CNN and describes what hit her the hardest Much like 1970, Earth Day in 2010 One Tree Planted organizes meetups for released information on each of the lives from the shooting, “I think the thing came at a time of great challenge for people to plant trees together, although taken by the attacks, to remember every- that really affected me was that the first the environmental community. A if you don’t see your region represented, one individually. Twitter has also been a man to greet the shooter greeted him by divided environmental community, for you can easily sign up to stage your own popular platform for bringing attention saying, “Salam”, which means peace be example, climate change deniers and a event. to the event, also remembering the vic- upon you. It goes to show that our entire disinterested public, all contributed to Online platforms such as Facebook tims. In the Plymouth-Canton Commu- religion is based off of genuine love and the narrative- cynicism versus activism. can help you find Earth Day events nity, students, Muslim and non-Muslim care for others.” While heartbroken in Despite these challenges, Earth Day in your own city. Many cities hold alike, have shared their thoughts and the midst of crisis, the Muslim commu- succeeded and Earth Day Network gatherings such as festivals, marches, prayers on Instagram. nity has come together in remembrance established Earth Day as a powerful talks and even concerts to help stoke the While the shooting may have hap- of the victims and risen above the hate. focal point. Earth Day enthusiasm. pened miles away, students a part of our Over time Earth Day has reached There are many ways to care for the community connect and feel very deeply its current status as the largest secular planet that we can call home, but it’s up about the shooting. Canton senior, observance in the world, celebrated by to you to be a part of making the world Farwa Akbari, touched on this saying, “I billions every year. This day of action a better place! definitely saw a lot of my community, not changes human behavior and provokes even just here in Michigan, but a larger policy changes. Muslim Community come together as a News The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org A4 News Lunar Library Black Hole A black hole largest known supermassive black holes, 6.5 by Amanda Mancuso language version of wikipedia” (NBC by Owen Miller Staff Writer Staff Writer is a region billion times more massive than the sun. News). of spacetime Learning about M87 and other mysterious On Feb. 22, a small spacecraft It also includes thousands of exhibiting such strong gravitational effects structures in our universe, provides insight built in Israel was launched to the books including textbooks and thou- that nothing, not even particles or light, can into physics and allows scientists to test ob- moon carrying a 30- million page sands of guides to different languag- escape from. On April 10, scientists were servation methods and theories. One theory library. es with translations. The job of the able to capture the first-ever image of a black that is going to be tested is Einstein’s theory The Lunar Library was set up by library is to preserve all history such hole, something that was previously thought of relativity. This theory states that massive the Arch Mission Foundation the as religion, traditions, and languages. impossible. The challenge was how to capture objects deform spacetime in their vicinity. It library was, “Designed to preserve The 30-million page library is an image of the hot, glowing gas falling into a has been accurately proven for smaller-mass the records of our civilization for up packed in one metal disc that is the black hole. objects such as the Earth and the Sun, but to billions of years” (Arch Mission size of a DVD. It is the very first of Over ten years, a team created a network it has not yet been directly proven for black Foundation). its kind, created to preserve human of telescopes known as the Event Horizon holes and other regions containing dense The library includes, “A collection existence if something drastic were Telescope, or the EHT. The EHT needed two matter. If this theory is shown to be correct of songs, children’s drawings and to happen such as an asteroid wiping stations, one at the South Pole and one in around the supermassive black hole, time writings about Israeli culture and out civilization. Spain, to gather as much light as possible to moves very slow around an object with such history…” and the “entire English- see something so far away. The M87 black a large mass. hole was the team’s target, it is one of the Cleaning P-CEP’s Creek by Fiona Hughes On Saturday, April 13, geared up with rainboots, gloves and a few trash bags. Editor-in-Chief P-CEP’s Eco Club gathered Their goal was clear: clean up as much trash in the creek with Plymouth-Canton as you could in two hours. The creek that runs through students, teachers and com- the campus is a part of the Rouge River watershed, munity members in P-CEP’s bus loop. Volunteers were which has a history of extreme pollution in the 1900’s. After many years of environmental groups monitor- ing the watershed, it is now back to a relatively healthy state, and the students in Eco Club want to keep it that way. Audrey West, Canton senior said, “I loved work- MAILING ADDRESS ing with my friends to make the creek and campus a Plymouth High School cleaner environment. It helped me see the difference 8400 North Beck Road people can make when we come together in a bigger Canton, MI 48187 g roup.” Donna Gatzke, Eco Club supervisor and Joan EDITORS-IN-CHIEF Pence, Salem science teacher attended the cleanup. Fiona Hughes, Cameron Lindsay, Cora Wallen Pence also encouraged her students to lend a helping Plastic bag in the Rouge River cleanup area hand. Eco Club representative, Plymouth senior Molly MANAGING NEWS EDITOR Photo by Fiona Hughes Emma Bali Engelman, said, “A lot of students showed up to help thanks to Ms. Pence.” OPINION EDITOR Isabelle Fessler

BUSINESS MANAGER Kealani Tapp Beyond The Box: Google

MANAGING FEATURES EDITOR Diya Banerjee Announces New Gaming Service MANAGING SPORTS EDITOR by Logan Swarthout Maddie Justice Staff Writer

MANAGING PAPER DESIGN EDITOR On March 19, Google dynamic lighting and colors at 60 streamers interacting and playing Sache Krishnaraj announced its newest project at the frames per second; a measurement video games with each other in COPY EDITORS 2019 Game Developers Conference of the amount of images displayed real time, and a feature that allows Olivia Blackburn, Lillian Keehn, in San Francisco, California, under consecutively in a second, both viewers to play through video game Amanda Mancuso the name of Stadia and the tagline: requiring a high speed internet scenarios uploaded by creators. “The future of gaming is not a connection. After a brief trailer for Along with the service, Google MANAGING SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR box”. Instead of making a console, “Assassin’s Creed Odyssey,”a button unveiled a controller that pairs with Jordyn Audi Google is releasing Stadia in a way prompt appeared. When pressed, it, featuring a screen capture button CIRCULATION & PROMOTION MANAGER similar to the Google play store. it took the user directly into the and a button that calls up Google’s Jordyn Audi and Isabelle Fessler Google announced that not only actual game, following up with by AI assistant. As of April 22, the would it be able to stream games showing the game being transferred Stadia has no set price or release MANAGING ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR at speeds on par with consoles to several different Google devices. date, but is expected to launch this Brett Caldwell but also displaying graphics at 4k The Stadia is also set to have year. STAFF WRITERS in high-dynamic-range imaging Youtube integrated in the system. Jaden Anochiam, Zachary Antonelli, Jordyn Audi, Emma Bali, (HDR), a technique that allows Demonstrating this integration, Diya Banerjee, Olivia Blackburn, Brett Caldwell, Isabelle Fessler, a screen to display images with Google showed viewers and Fiona Hughes, Madeline Justice, Lillian Keehn, Sache Krishnaraj, Cameron Lindsay, Amanda Mancuso, Lauren Martin, Owen Miller, Jeremy Pascarella, Jasmine Pearson, Logan Swarthout, Kealani Tapp, Cora Wallen Insulin Prices Rising ADVISOR Amanda Davies Have a question? Want to advertise? in the U.S. Contact us: [email protected] by Amanda Mancuso Mission Statement: The goal of the P-CEP Perspective is to inform readers regarding issues and events that affect them. The Staff Writer Perspective is a limited purpose public forum, allowing students to express their ideas and opinions to their readers, and they Over the past century, insulin prices have increased is a biological compound, producing it is costly. have the right to determine content. We retain full free speech putting diabetic patients at risk. Government regulations, the manufacturing protections.We encourage readers to voice opinions by writing In the United States, the rise of insulin prices is of the drug and the push to create profit in the letters to the editor. We reserve the right to edit letters for grammar, style, length and content as deemed necessary. costing lives. Some patients are unable to take their pharmaceutical industry are also reasons why the required amount of insulin due to prices, which drug is increasing in cost, U.S. News explains. Corrections: We will make every attempt to publish corrections causes health risks. Others are unable to afford insulin Unfortunately, America’s insulin epidemic is not in the issue following publication of erroneous materials. altogether. With the rising cost of the crucial drug, expected to improve anytime soon. Corrections will include but are not limited to misidentified people have begun to take desperate measures. Stated individuals in photographs and errors of fact. Please report errors to the staff via e-mail at the following address and write by CBS News, families have gone as far as shopping “correction” in the subject line: [email protected]. for insulin in the black market. According to NBC News, U.S. insulin prices have doubled from 2012 to 2016. Since insulin The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org A5 Opinion

Anything You Say Can and Will Be Used Against You Should lyrics be used as evidence in court proceedings? Yes No

by Cameron Lindsay by Zach Antonelli Editor-in-Chief Staff Writer “Murder on My Mind,” a song written by anywhere and everywhere. The use of graphic If you haven’t noticed lately, there is an sang, “I killed a man in Reno, just to watch YNW Melly, a rapper who was convicted details of murder in a song titled, “Murder alarming amount of artists being arrested him die,” just to cement the character he of murdering a police officer and two of on My Mind” is alarming and shows a clear for heinous crimes. One thing that has is singing as in Folsom Prison Blues. Cash his “friends.” The song graphically details and present danger to others. If a confession become common in these cases is the use was in and out of court many times, never the death of two people and coincidentally on a public platform is not evidence in court of an artist’s lyrics against them in court. having his often dark lyrics used against coincides with his ‘friends’ death. In court, then what is? His speech was not and will not While in some cases this makes sense if it him. Lyrics are just like any other literary the debate is whether or not the lyrics should be protected, and it parallelled the evidence is about that specific event, it doesn’t make medium such as poetry, storytelling and be used as concrete evidence against him for and yet it wasn’t meant to be used in court? A sense when the lyrics don’t exactly match often character creation is a part of the his trial. We have all heard the saying, “what confession in any form can and should be used the crime. A recent example of this practice lyrical content. you say or do can and will be used against you against you in court if you implied murder. is the way in that the YNW Melly double While I do believe that if the person is in the court of law,” as this saying is a part of The thing is, this is not just in the case homicide case is being treated. They are being tried with other evidence, then adding the Miranda Rights established from Miranda of Melly. Rappers like Tay K 47 and Bobby using lyrics from the single, “Murder on in a song about the event is suitable, but v. Arizona (1966). Do these principles apply Shmurda rapped about murder and were later My Mind” written and released in 2017 as under no circumstance should a case be beyond getting arrested but rather to general put in custody. All of these rappers use their the catalyst to comb through all his music built off of the lyrics of a song. public speech? I believe yes, they should. lyrics to promote their murders and yet in and social media activity to hit him with As many may know there is protected the judicial system these lyrics are considered more than he was originally charged with. and unprotected speech under the First not concrete evidence when they are publicly He stands among the lineup of other young Amendment. A type of unprotected speech, saying what they had done. The irony in that rappers facing the death penalty. decided by the supreme court through is beyond absurd that you say you committed I personally believe that one’s music, Schenck v. US (1919), is the “Clear and Present murder but your words cannot be used in and the lyrics in it, should not be taken as Danger Clause.” Now, this case was directed at court. The lyrics in themselves break the serious confessions as music is an art form political speech being dangerous, however, I’d standard of speech and allude to one of the full of metaphors, storytelling, exaggeration, argue that a manifesto is a lot less dangerous most heinous crimes: murder. image and many other factors that make the than a musical platform that could be played lyrics not valid evidence. Johnny Cash once Are Final Exams Necessary? by Amanda Mancuso The majority of students are means that students are tested on the same information twice. minute.” Staff Writer aware of the pain and stress But is it really necessary for students to be tested on the same The point of final exams is to see what the student has that big, important school information twice? retained from the semester. Unfortunately, the reality of it is exams bring. Midterms typically occur after the first semester Personally, I think that final exams are not necessary; if that the students forget what they’ve learned. I typically end of the school year, and finals follow after the second semester. students are tested on information once, why do they need to up reteaching myself information I have already been tested Tests like these include all of the material that has been taught be tested a second time? on, which results in loads of stress. If you have to reteach in the previous semester. Usually, students have previously Nina Pacheco, Canton junior believes that “[Final exams yourself a semester worth of work a week before your exam, been tested on the information that is also on the exam, which are] just giant memorization test[s] that I cram for last the whole point of the midterm and final exams are pointless. Recess: Why Don’t We Have It? by Diya Banerjee Running feather. schools could make time for recess, but only physical activity that gets you off the couch Features Editor as fast as your Why don’t high school students have if they thought of it as a necessity. and moving can help improve your mood.” legs can carry recess anymore? Is it because of school’s According to the National Institute of What better way to combat teenage anxiety you. Scraping workload, or simply because we’re “too Mental Health, a survey found that 31.9% of and depression than to add recess to teens’ your knee while playing tag. Climbing to the old” for it? Although we are older now, that 13 to 18 year olds had some type of anxiety schedules? With scheduled time in the day to highest point of the jungle gym. No matter doesn’t mean we wouldn’t enjoy getting some disorder. According to the University of get outside and be active, schools would be what elementary school you came from, you fresh air and movement in our day. Many Michigan, as many as 8 out of 100 teens doing students a huge favor. had recess. As children, we loved to jump high schoolers I spoke to were enthusiastic have serious depression. Mental health Whether you’re struggling with these around and play outside. For me, that love about having recess. issues are unfortunately becoming more issues or not, I’m sure that most of you agree hasn’t left; in fact, I have felt deprived of it. Salem senior Aaron Samra said, “Recess and more prevalent recently. Mayo Clinic that a simple 30 minutes to go outside would Going out for recess was the purest moment is a key influence within elementary school explained that exercise can help combat be a great addition to the school day. Along of joy in my childhood. The swings were my students to allow for less stress and encourage anxiety and depression by ‘releasing feel with a play structure and swings, of course. favorite, closing my eyes and feeling the air them to use their creativity more; don’t high good endorphins’ and ‘taking your mind off whoosh below me, I would feel as light as a schoolers need that too?” I am sure that high worries’. The article defined exercise as, “Any Fashion by Olivia Blackburn

Going to Coachella is probably one of my big- the 90 degree weather, she wore blue fur pants. I at Coachella. Jake and Logan Paul did not make gest dreams for the future. Maybe it might be can’t lie when I say Eilish has major style; I could the cut for good outfits either. One was wearing your dream, too. Going to a huge three day music never pull off the big shirt on big pants style like a tye-dye button up shirt and matching joggers, festival with your favorite artists playing and go- her. Kendall Jenner absolutely blew me away while the other brother was wearing a Nike head- ing shopping to pick out the cutest outfit that you once I saw her outfit that reminded me of the 70’s. band, a tan button down shirt with black and white know nobody will have sounds like fun. You can Jenner paired her light blue, off the shoulder mini patterned pants. I’m sorry, but those looks just even make your own stuff. The Coachella outfits dress with lime green printed elbow gloves, with a aren’t working for me. Jessie Paege did not wow I see on my favorite celebrities and Youtubers pair of lime green booties and a box bag. I seri- me at all. She wore a Harry Potter inspired outfit; always make me want to go more. I’m going to go ously love this outfit and will take inspiration from short red skirt, short red top, the yellow tie and a in depth on some of my favorite and not so favorite it in the future. Lastly is the queen of Coachella: wand in hand. This just isn’t a Coachella outfit, outfits I’ve seen on social media from Coachella Vanessa Hudgens. She was wearing a bohemian more like a Halloween costume. this year. maxi dress, The Frye Company boots, a Gucci All outfits at Coachella this year were different in Let’s talk about Hailey Bieber’s celebration of backpack and of course all of the cute jewelry to their own ways, but some people pulled off outfits her Levi’s partnership by wearing a pair of Levi’s go with it. while some did not pick the right choices for out- classic denim jeans with a black lace bustier and a Now let’s talk about the not so hot Coachella fits. Some outfits have inspired me to start picking pair of red high top Vans. Mrs. Bieber took a more outfits. I think we all know who’s coming first… out outfits for summer, which is right around the casual look to Coachella, so it falls under one of Yes, James Charles and his very showy outfits corner, while some outfits kind of lead me away the more comfortable trends. Billie Eilish was seen from the three day event. The image of his butt in from certain styles. Many people have had their zooming around Coachella on a scooter, with her multiple pictures have been circling around social own opinions on the outfits this year, but these lime green oversized t-shirt, shield sunglasses, a media and I feel like a sister went a little too far all were in my opinion some of the worst and best I’ve Louis Vuitton logo printed vest and best of all for three days, but I mean you do you. Sister snapped seen on social media. The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org A6 Opinion Just Ask The Students by Lauren Martin Teachers have the power to “EdSource” states in the article Give Parents and Students are plenty of amazing teachers at P-CEP, however there Staff Writer make a students’ time in their a Voice in Teacher Evaluations, “Alaska has required input are also a few that could use additional training to provide class an enjoyable experience, from students and parents since 1996, with many other states a better experience for their students. At the end of each but they also can make a student hate the subject that they following suit. Georgia piloted the use of student surveys semester, students should receive an email with a survey teach. One way the school ensures every student has the best during the 2011-12 school year.” regarding their teachers. This survey would provide the learning possible is through teacher evaluations. During Other states are beginning to implement students having a school with an overall idea on how well students believe these evaluations, teachers are graded on their effectiveness say, and Michigan should be next. teachers are performing. in teaching and performance in the classroom. Teachers have the ability to shape students into wonderful If students have a say in teachers evaluations, it would The issue with these evaluations is that the person people and make their school experience amazing, every point out the teachers who need additional training, which evaluating only sees how the teacher runs the classroom student deserves the type of teacher who can accomplish would improve P-CEP. Implementing this would allow when they are in there. Students are the only people who this. Students are able to praise good teachers and give them students to feel like their opinions matter just as much as see how well educators truly teach and are the ones getting the recognition they deserve, so why not allow them to call their education. the education. Therefore, students should have some way to others out for doing the minimum. speak up if they do not believe they are getting the quality of The easiest way to accomplish this is to let students tell education they deserve. administration when teachers aren’t reaching the bar. There More Than One Path by Lilli Keehn Senior year be their freshman year of college. During this and much more. Trade school is a smart and to college is just going straight into the Staff Writer seems like a year, people usually take their time to make efficient option to consider if what you want workforce after high school. There are plenty breeze until you a financial plan for school the next year and to go into doesn’t require attendance at a of jobs that you can be eligible for without get to the second semester and realize that they also use it to travel. Taking a year off for University or college. It can save you money getting a degree and there are even some out you may not have a solid plan of what to do yourself can be beneficial. It creates a sense and time so that you can get a job and start there that can have you bringing home pretty next year. Many students begin worrying of responsibility and also can be relaxing. working sooner. decent paychecks as well. Falling under this early on about what college they’re going Some students get so stressed out during Going into the military after high school category is also becoming an entrepreneur, to attend and even what colleges they’re high school and the thought of jumping is yet another option other than college. or creating and running your own business. getting accepted into. There are also a lot of straight into more school after they graduate That’s not to say that it’s meant for everybody There are plenty of different paths to go students who feel that college just isn’t for terrifies them, so a one year break can be though. It takes a strong person, physically down if you feel that college isn’t the right them, but that they need to go because it’s nice. and mentally, to go into the air force, army, one for you. One thing that I will say is this: what’s expected of them, that there’s no other Another alternative to college is trade navy, or anything else along those lines. This be careful when choosing what road to take option. Well, that is not the case. There are school. Trade school is a school that’s is a very noble and respected decision to and make sure you find the right one for plenty of other options besides college after designed to give students skills for one make but also not one to make just because yourself. You are the only person who can graduation. specific occupation. These schools can someone doesn’t want to go to school. decide what is best for you! One of the newer, more common options last anywhere from eight months to two You should make this choice because it’s is taking a gap year. A gap year is where years. There are trade schools for various something you personally want to do, not students take a year off from school between specialties, including: cosmetology, culinary, because you feel obligated to do it. their senior year and what would normally massage therapy, automotive, mechanics A final, but not the final, alternative Resold Supreme Items are Overpriced by Jaden Anochiam Supreme has been around I’ve talked to many people who believe that Supreme not the type of person willing to purchase pointless objects Staff Writer since 1994, and more and more is considered to be not only a designer brand, but on the worth hundreds of dollars. The products that they make are people have came to love the level of other famous designer brands such as Gucci, Louis pointless, and I believe that that adds to it not being designer brand along the way. Although I can’t deny the success of the Vuitton, Chanel and others. Supreme resell prices are enough. Let me know if Gucci releases a line of band aids brand, I don’t believe that the products are worth the prices ridiculous. I personally am not paying $120 for a ladybug tee worth $50. they’re being sold for. I own a couple of designer belts like (yes, that’s real). I can’t hate on the money that the Supreme brand is Fendi and Hermes, so I’m not crashing down on all designer Another thing that I don’t like about Supreme is it also bringing in, but also, this brand of “designer” clothing just brands. My main problem is Supreme and its prices and sells souvenir type products like water bottles, lighters and isn’t for me. products. pocket knives that are all selling for more that $150. I’m just Throw Your Trash Away by Fiona Hughes If you go out I began to see this “not my responsibility” afterwards? Maybe a napkin that was used The answer is yes, we are that lazy. Next Editor-in-Chief to see a movie epidemic when I started working at a movie as a tissue? I’ve had all three in my time time you’re holding your gum in the palm of and buy a large theater. Moviegoers would leave half chewed working at the theater, but if the customers your hand ready to stick it to the bottom of popcorn, do the world a favor and throw the candy, soupy popcorn mixed with Sprite and would just take the moment to scoop their the restaurant table, consider the garbage can empty popcorn bucket in the garbage. If for mysterious crumbs after they left. I was less own trash out and tuck it into a trash can, I in the bathroom 30 feet away. Think about some reason you decide to leave your mess than delighted to clean this up, as you might wouldn’t have to wince as I felt a wet napkin the little girl that will sit in the same spot behind because it’s “somebody else’s job” to imagine. lovingly caress my hand. you’re sitting, and she’ll accidentally brush clean it up, you’re the worst kind of person. The theater provides guests with trash Although my experience ends with the against your moist, chewed up gum and start Yes, people are employed to make sure cans, but for some reason only half the movie theater, this trash party happens crying. Let’s avoid another breakdown in the their place of work is clean and tidy, but you moviegoers seem to care that they exist. everywhere. Gum smashed under desks at restaurant. Put your trash in the can, where don’t have to make their job harder than it Knocked over popcorn and spilled drinks school, public bathrooms decorated like a it belongs. already is. It’s gross enough changing the were frustrating to clean up, but worst of high school party gone wrong with toilet trash when there’s a hole in the bottom of the all were the mystery napkins shoved in the paper sprawled across three stalls and bag and some stranger’s diet Coke spills on cupholders. Whenever I reached my hand mysterious mixes of food and drinks on your shoes. Don’t make the workers squelch in, it was like a little surprise. Would it be restaurant plates. How hard is it to travel a up the theater stairs to clean up your easily a clean, unused napkin? Would there be a few more feet to a trash can? Are we really disposable popcorn bucket, too. chewed up piece of gum sticking to my hand that lazy? Newest Producer by Olivia Blackburn Music videos have been Music is a way to express the way you feel. Not all transition with the lyrics and the different settings Bates Staff Writer around for many years. songs are about love, not all songs are about hate, there was seen in. They inspire many new are plenty of different emotions poured out in the song I have major respect towards Bates and Kielbaso artists and the audience that watches these well-edited, and in videos. Songwriters can really connect with their because of how hard they both worked to create and choreographed videos. Current sophomore at Salem audience with the lyrics they use and the imagery in the something so amazing for everyone to see. I can’t wait to Drew Kielbaso has just produced his first music video videos produced. In rap videos, the lyrics are mostly see what both of them do. “Galvctic Godz,” with DaShaun Bates, freshman at freestyle and others take their time on the lyrics of the John Glenn High School, also known as Kiddneutron. songs. Bates explained he wrote the song in 30 minutes, Watching the video I loved all of the special effects which is pretty crazy to hear. I know that lyrics and beats Kielbaso made in the background. Bates raps really flowed are hard for some musicians, so I give him major respect with the beat of the song and Kielbaso’s transitions and for his lyrics. edits match the beats of the song. Kielbaso explained what Making a music video may seem pretty hard, but made him want to start producing videos, “Just loving Kielbaso makes it look so simple. I asked Kielbasp music and wanting to be able to do something with it what his main influence in producing and editing was, besides make the music itself.” “People like Cole Bennett and Lone Wolf inspire me to be Music videos and producers can inspire a lot of creative, but I try to not get too influenced because then people. For me, when I watch music videos I get fashion my videos will just end up looking like another person’s ideas or it may even inspire me to go outside and do work and not mine.” I agree with that statement because something fun. Music can be influential to the audience usually when you are influenced by someone you want and the composer themself. Bates explains how music has to be like them, but Kielbaso uses his influencers like a impacted his life, “It has been keeping me out of trouble. backbone to his creative music videos. The whole music It’s something I can do when I’m bored, angry, sad or just video, “Galvctic Godz,” is put together amazingly, every Bates on the set of the music video shoot when I want to. I love making music and I love everyone transition and edit is made to be perfect, what I like photo by Drew Kielbaso that supports me.” most about the video is the variety of differences in each

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by Cameron Lindsay During the second week of race. Thomas Cousino, senior, threw 122’ 1 in. for the win dis- meter hurdles with the time of 17.97 seconds, 300 meter hurdles Editor-in-Chief April, all three of the Park’s track cus. Saad Syed, senior, high jumped 5’ 9 in. also for the win. Alex 43:62 seconds. Kaleb Smith, junior, jumped 6’ in the high jump. teams competed for the first time Vessel, sophomore, pole vaulted 8 feet, coming in first place in Trey Welch, sophomore, had a personal record in the pole vault this 2019 season. Canton went pole vault. 12’ 6 in. for the win. up against Northville and lost 94 to 43 for boys and 114 to 17 for For Plymouth girls, Reghan Draper, senior, ran a 12.27 sec- Canton went up against Northville one of the best teams in girls. Plymouth went against Hartland and won. Salem took on onds 100 meter dash, as well as running a 26.46 in the 200 meter the division. Throughout the battle there were some athletes who Novi with the boys losing to Novi 85 to 52. The Salem girls won dash both of which were season personal records. Then Lauren shined through. Anna Nagelhout, senior, in the 3,200 meter race against Novi however, 108.5 to 28.5 points. Kiley, freshman, ran a 2:32.89 for her 800 meter race and a ran 11:56.73, a personal record for her, earning first place in the Impressive runs, throws and jumps from all three schools 5:27.38 in the 1,600 meter run winning in both. Londyn Swen- 3,200 meter race. Morgan Dodds, senior, threw a 107’ 6 in. in the came out of these meets, showing potential for the season ahead. son, sophomore, in the 3,200 meter run ran a 12:37.45. Sydney discus as a season personal record. For Salem, some highlights were on the girls team. Autumn Romps, junior, ran a 49.96 seconds in the 300 meter hurdles The Canton boys felt the heat as well and displayed some Smith, sophomore, running a personal record of 13.10 seconds which was a season personal record for her. As for the discus good athleticism. In the long jump and pole vault Evan Carter, in the 100 meter dash and winning the race. Marihon Westley, Sydney McCaig, senior, threw a 94’ 6 in. for the win. Another senior, had a personal record in both jumping a 20’ 6 in. and sophomore, ran a 27.99 seconds in the 200 meter dash for the season personal record goes to Tara Cerney, junior, who pole pole vaulted 13’ 7 in. In the high jump, Christopher Kight, ju- win. Olivia Millen, junior, ran 65.46 seconds in the 400 meter vaulted 9’ 6in. nior, jumped 5’ 10 in. earning him a first place in the high jump. run. Kiersten McBride, sophomore, ran a 12:25.21. Lynaiah Plymouth boys kept up the standard in their events as well As for the 300 meter hurdles, Donovan King, junior, got a 42.24 Wilson, senior, threw a 36’ 8.5 in. Senior, Cloe Longeway pole having multiple season personal records and sweeping distance as a season personal record. Alex Poe, senior, in the 800 meter vaulted 8’ 6in. Julia Devine, junior, jumped 16’1 in. in the long races. Blake Garrison, junior, had a season personal record in run got first place running a 2:11.4, a season personal record for jump. the 200 meter dash running a 24.98 second race. Patrick Byrnes, him as well. In the 400 meter run Srikar Komandri, junior, ran a For Salem boys, some outstanding runs were Jaelin Burge, sophomore, won the 800 meter run with a time of 2:05.5. Carter season personal record of 52.78 seconds. sophomore, who ran 11.89 seconds in the 100 meter dash. Jacob Solomon, junior, won both the 1,600 meter (4:34.35) and 3,200 Visel, senior, ran a 24.61 seconds 200 meter dash, winning the (9:54.45) meter runs. Malcom Caldwell, senior, won the 110

Plymouth Boys Varsity Lacrosse dominates Salem in a Sweeping Victory

by Kealani Tapp April 22 marked a sive save by Plymouth’s goalie, Blake Nowicki, Business Manager sweeping victory by senior. Salem scored two more goals during Plymouth boys varsity the second half. Just minutes into the half, lacrosse over Salem. Plymouth’s number 23 Plymouth’s Ian Gozdor scored his third goal of Brendan Allen, junior, scored the game’s first the game. The second quarter closed out with goal. Shortly after, Plymouth’s number 1 Har- five more goals from Plymouth and an end rison Albano, also a junior, scored another score of 14-3. goal. Albano proved to be a key player, scoring Overall the Plymouth wildcats dominated two more goals in the first half helping Plym- over the Salem rocks adding to the win to outh gain a huge lead over Salem. their already stellar season. Coming up the Number 6 Ethan Kennedy, junior, put Sa- wildcats will go up against Northville on May lem’s first point on the board. Salem’s Michael 1 and Canton on May 6. Plymouth boys la- Mihalic, junior, made a fast break gaining crosse is looking forward to more wins as the distance from Plymouth’s defenders; however, school year quickly comes to an end and they Plymouth’s defense blocked all attempts to have the possibility of being the Park champs. score. They were a double threat with their offense scoring consistently and their defense blocking all of Salem’s attempts. The first half ended with Plymouth leading 8-1. Ian Gozdor Plymouth Senior Photo by Micheal Vasilnek The second half kicked off with an impres- Baseball Park Champs Girls Soccer by Brett Caldwell The Chiefs’ win over the was a complete team win, we by Cameron Lindsay Compete. “Our season is off to a good start… Entertainment Editor Wildcats leaves them an oppor- had great pitching from our Ace Editor-in-Chief Compete. we are working everyday at practice tunity to also be Park Champs. Dylan Brown and everybody hit. Girls soccer to prepare and get better,” said Jaclyn With a win over the Can- They’ll have to beat their fierce Wednesday we were ready to go this 2019 season is one to not miss. Deprez, Salem senior. Salem has gone ton Chiefs on Monday Apr. 15 rival Salem Rocks twice. These and played a decent game, we Salem, Canton and Plymouth all have 2 wins, 3 ties and 1 loss. Salem fell the Plymouth Wildcats have crucial games will be played on just couldn’t get the bats going clinched at the very least a share grinded through daily practices to to Brighton on April 19 through a Monday May 6 and Wednesday and Canton had some big hits to compete against some of the hardest tough battle on the field. “Everybody of Park Champs. On the other May 8 both at 4:30 p.m. put them ahead.” hand, the Chiefs were able to teams in the division. Post the first is there for a reason, to work hard and For the Wildcats it’s bitter- Looking forward to the rest month of practice, and games the compete every game,” said Deprez. bounce back on Wednesday Apr. sweet as they clinched a tie for of the season Spencer has stated Park’s teams have shown this will be Canton has gone 2 wins, 0 ties and 17, with a huge 8-0 win over the Park Champs. However, they that his team’s biggest goal is to an interesting soccer season. Plym- 5 losses the team still prepares and Wildcats. could have won the title outright win Districts. On the other hand, Canton senior third baseman if they had beaten Canton a Plymouth senior infielder Dalton outh has gone 5 wins, 2 ties and 1 is ready to work for the rest of the Ben Spencer said after the win, second time. D’Alexander stated his team’s top loss. Plymouth thus far is considered season. “It felt good, we took a hard loss Plymouth junior pitcher Nick goal is to win States. Park champions winning against both Overall all three teams are ready the first time around and we Koski said, “It felt great to beat Both teams have had a great Canton (1-0) and Salem (3-0). “We for some stellar performances to com- didn’t play the way we should’ve, Canton Monday, every time we season so far and soon we’ll see all consider each other family and we plete each of their seasons. but we bounced back today and play each other it is always go- which team earns bragging rights have each other’s backs,” said Becca did what we had to do.” ing to be a great game. Monday over their rivals at the Park. Przybylo, Plymouth senior. News The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org B2 Features Teacher of the Month: Mrs. McCormick by Lauren Martin Staff Writer teacher, Mrs. McCormick is always gardens, laying out by the pool, and there for her students. She is always golfing. Mrs. McCormick is a mother Good teachers help their stu- willing to talk to students if they need of two boys. One thing on her bucket dents learn information by being advice or even just to put a smile on list is to visit a high school friend in knowledgeable and caring about their face. Phoenix, AZ. There, Mrs. McCor- their students’ success. However, an Mrs. McCormick, has been teach- mick would like to run a 5K with her. outstanding teacher goes above and ing for twenty seven years, twenty of Not only is Mrs. McCormick an beyond by caring about each indi- which at P-CEP. She says she began amazing teacher, but an amazing per- vidual student as a person too. teaching because, “It’s always been son as well. She lets her personality Mrs. McCormick is a perfect my passion. When I was in elemen- shine through in all her lessons, cre- representation of a teacher who tary school, I would take all the extra ating a class where students opinions truly wants all of her students to be worksheets home during summer matter. Being in this type of class is happy. Mrs. McCormick currently vacation and would play school an experience everyone should have. teaches Personal Fitness, Dance and with my friends. Of course, I was So, if you get the opportunity to take Rhythmic Movements and Yoga and the teacher. I have always enjoyed Mrs. McCormick’s class, definitely Pilates. In these classes, she allows helping others and wanted to make a take it! students to have a say in the curricu- positive impact (even if it was small) lum and even lets students teach their on students lives. I’ve always been an peers dances in Dance & Rhythmic active person with sports and recre- Movements. This teaching strategy ational activities, it just was natural allows students to feel included and for me to go into Physical Education.” Picture of Mrs. McCormick build a better bond with their peers. In her free time she enjoys work- Photo by Mrs. McCormick Along with being an amazing ing in her flower and vegetable Two Percent Records by Olivia Blackburn Music will always be have. Since we’re not a ‘band’ or a ‘group,’ we all have our own own ways, making this collective one to look out for. Plus, Staff Writer around us, whether that be creative freedom, while still getting to benefit from everyone’s with being such close friends, they are truly given respect on the radio, live concerts, input.” for finding themselves in their own music genre and helping walking on the street and even in your favorite stores. Music As all of the members are doing their own music and own each other out when someone needs it. Writing and coming has become very popular in our culture and many people are job in the collective, they work together very well; always up with lyrics and beats is a hard thing to do, but all of them even starting their own bands, but I’ve never heard of a group hanging out and coming up with new beats or lyrics to songs. make it look so simple. All members in the collective are starting a record label before. “002” was created by Tommy Having a collective of solo artists who are close friends and are working hard to get new songs out, arrange performances and Fleece, sophomore at Stevenson High School, Caleb Peters, all musically inclined is a great way to bounce ideas off each making sure their supporters are loving the new music. sophomore at Stevenson, Chris Sol, freshman at Wayne State other and also support each other. Sol describes goal of the University, Kyle Penski,senior at Stevenson and Nathan Pen- collective, “The main goal of our collective is to have freedom ski, junior at Ferris State University. within our music. Obviously we want to work together, but Tommy Fleece describes how the collective name “002” there’s a general understanding that we’re better off as solo came about, “One night we were all in an alley in Ann Arbor artists who work together.” Chris also includes, “One specific and we saw a milk jug and spray painted on that jug was 002 person gets the final say on their songs and there’s no conflict and it stuck. The name’s not that deep honestly.” of interest.” The 002 collective all contributes their own style to make Although creating music and staying true to yourself while the record label as it is. Nathan Penski describes his part of the doing so can be hard, the boys in 002 can do anything they collective,“I am more on the business side of things and actu- put their mind to. All of the members of this collective all ally go to Ferris State University and I’m in the Music and En- have a creative spot in their own genre and they will continue tertainment Business program. I guess you could say I’m the creating lyrics, beats and anything else they have to offer. Sol manager, but I’m willing to work on other business for them.” has two songs on Apple Music and Spotify called, “Cry” and There are many different types of music artists like to make, “Rainfall.” Both are slower type songs, but the beats and the maybe even sticking to one genre, but 002 includes various lighter tone of voice in the music really pulls you into a feels types of music. Fleece’s music varies from R&B to a jazz varia- type mood. Sol’s brother Caleb also has music on Apple Music tion, Peters writes his own take on pop music, Sol writes pop and Spotify titled, “John Doe,” my favorite, “Jane Doe,” and trap or jazz fusion, Kyle composes classical pieces and Nathan his latest released song, “Holidays!” All of Caleb’s songs are doesn’t write music, but helps the boys with the business part so upbeat and make you just want to get up and start dancing Photo of the Two Percent Collective of the record label. Sol describes the best part about 002, around the room. Photo taken by Curtis Peters “Honestly, the best part about Two Percent is the dynamic we All of the members of the collective are talented in their Staff of the Month

by Cora Wallen As students, we may remember to be the P-CCS Board of Education Meetings, and has done that for 18 Editor-in-Chief appreciative of and recognize teachers and years. administrators, but what about the people Jones said he loves his job in the library. He said his favorite part who do hard work “behind the scenes?” Librarians, secretaries, caf- of his job is, “serving the staff and students of P-CEP. Introducing eteria workers, security guards and many others do important work students to the world of reading fiction, especially those who are around P-CCS; here are a few we feel deserve some more recogni- somewhat ‘shy’ about finding a good book to read. I also enjoy as- tion for what they do: sisting students with location of information pertinent to a particu- Labron Oldham is a Canton Security Guard who has worked at lar research assignment the student may have. “ P-CEP for approximately eight years. Jones also explained how he enjoys purchasing materials for the Oldham said he values the safety of all students in the school, and library, designing the library and working with students to help takes pride in helping them succeed in their education. them get the information they need. He said, “I do my job to the absolute best of my ability and I take Jones said, “I am motivated by the cheerful responses I receive every moment very serious. My job is to try and keep everyone safe from those entering the library. I receive such responses from stu- PERIOD!” dents and staff, even though they may not see me on a daily basis.” Oldham said his favorite part of his job is trying to brighten Throughout these staff members’ words, positive interactions people’s day. He explained, “I try to make as many people as I can with students and staff was a point that was continually emphasized smile by being as kind as I can to them on a daily basis. You never on. Even though you may not see them everyday, they’re present know what people are going through and I feel like it’s my duty to and working hard to support students at P-CEP. try and help lessen the blow of life. It’s easier to keep them safe when Photo of Labron Oldham they’re happy!” Photo by Zach Antonelli Sara Welton is a Salem cafeteria worker that has been at the Park for almost 13 years. Welton talked about how she loves interacting with students on the daily and having conversations, even if brief. “We do our best to give the students a positive experience in our food lines. I don’t know what these young men and women are go- ing through. If we can have a brief moment of a smile or laugh to make them feel noticed, important and valued, that’s a huge part of our job,” she said. Welton said she loves working with her co-workers to support students at the Park. Welton’s favorite memories of her job are when seniors show appreciation for the support throughout the years, with ‘thank you’ cards or even just words of thanks. The part of P-CEP that Welton likes most is, “The diverse group of students we get to interact with; all different lives and back- grounds coming together to get through this crazy life of high school. My hope is that they will be an encouragement to each ot h e r.” Charlie Jones, Plymouth Librarian, has worked at P-CEP for al- Photo of Charlie Jones most 27 years. He was a Salem librarian for ten years and Plymouth Photo courtesy of Focal Point Photo of Sarah Welton for around 17 years. He also does work outside the Park by filming Photo by Logan Swarthout The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org B3 Features Humans of P-CEP: June Hauser

by Zach Antonelli Staff Writer While we all (im)patiently wait for the next 300 they chose. That’s a .03% chance. season of “Stranger Things” set to air this While the show takes place in the summer- summer, there is one student who has had time, the filming took place during late fall and some firsthand experience in the little town winter. Even though the filming was grueling, of Hawkins, Indiana. Well, more like Atlanta. consisting of two 12 hour overnight days where Plymouth junior June Hauser was an extra on each take took at least 5 times each, Hauser re- the upcoming season of the popular Netflix sci- marks it as, “The coolest experience of my life.” fi/horror series. I decided to sit down with her To add to all that, she was in the care of famed to get more information about the process of hollywood hairdresser, Ann Baray, on set. becoming an extra and her experience going to June plans to be in season 4 with help from the upside down. Also known as: Georgia. TaylorMade. You can find her in the trailer for For Hauser, one email opened up a whole season 3 of “Stranger Things”. new world of experiences that many people can only dream about. “About a year ago I looked into how to be an extra and found the casting company TaylorMade and submitted my name to their database. In September my mom got the email. It was a casting call for 300 minors.” There were over 100,000 people who were being Promotional poster for Stranger Things Season 3 considered to be extras and Hauser made the

Earth Day, Every Day

by Fiona Hughes Earth Day is celebrated difference, but it’s up to you to take the initiative to do Final Report released November 2016. That percentage Editor-in-Chief on April 22, but we can them. may seem low, but Michigan is just trailing the recy- celebrate our beautiful Oldham County Water District says about 1,800 gal- cling rates of the other Great Lakes States. While some planet every day. It gives us rivers, mountains, deserts, lons of water are needed to produce the cotton in a pair Michigan residents may not have curbside pickup or snow and sun. It deserves more than just a single day of jeans and 400 gallons to produce the cotton in a shirt. easy access to recycling centers, the Plymouth-Canton to be appreciated. You should give back to the earth on The water used to create clothing products is hidden community has curbside recycling service. Check your April 22, but here are a few ways you can help Mother like a dirty little secret. Instead of buying all of your city’s website and see what is allowed in your bin, and Earth out every day of the year. new clothes from the mall, consider scoping out your what should truly go in the landfill. Not everything can Reduce your plastic footprint. Plastic takes hundreds local thrift store. Although the clothes have been worn be recycled, so it’s better to be safe than sorry, since of years to break down in the environment and there are before, they are generally in good shape, just a little wrong items sorted into recycling bins can cause recy- cheap alternatives to plastic being created daily. Instead loved and broken in. At a fraction of the price, you can cling contamination. of buying a pack of plastic forks and knives for a bar- save hundreds or thousands of gallons of water by buy- While Earth Day is only one day of the year, you can beque, consider buying a pack of bamboo cutlery. Bam- ing used clothing. When you grow out of an old shirt or make every day count by making conscious decisions to boo is often just as cheap as plastic, and will decompose pair of jeans, donate it back to the thrift store so your make the world a better place. We’re the ones that have naturally in the environment. You can bring your own neighbor can save some water too. to live here for the rest of our lives! reusable bags to the grocery store, use bar soap instead Educate yourself about recycling. In 2014, the State of plastic dispensers and bring a reusable water bottle of Michigan achieved a total statewide recycling rate with you wherever you go. Simple things can make a of 15.3% according to Michigan’s 2014 Recycling Rate

Clubs of the Month: GirlUp and Healthy Living

by Jordyn Audi and Jaden Anochiam Social Media Editor and Staff Writer

One club that has come to light and really stands equality is encouraged to join.” Geyer. out is Plymouth Canton’s Girl Up group. Their mission The Girl Up Foundation also helps elementary aged Her goal is to “Educate students on the importance of statement covers everything that they wish to accom- children. During the last week of March, the Girl Up our health.” Even though this year was her first attempt, plish in their meetings. According to the Girl Up Foun- group went to the many elementary schools in the she plans to have people take over after she graduates dation, “Plymouth-Canton Girl Up is committed to to keep the club going. She is currently working on using our resources and experiences to contribute events and fundraisers for the years ahead. to the empowerment of girls on a local and global The purpose of the club is to learn the benefits of scale. Within the Plymouth-Canton area, we strive to living a healthy lifestyle by getting the proper nutri- support girls through mentorship and community. tion and being physically active. It will contain meal Our goal is to support the Girl Up campaign through plans and small exercises like group walks around international service and fundraising initiatives.” the campus and yoga. This group of girls strive to change the role of According to Geyer, the meetings will also have females throughout the community and the world “Group discussions that include how the environ- through spirit lifting and empowering activities and ment affects our health, where our foods come experiences. from, what certain foods do to our body and more.” “I believe that one of the best ways to ensure the Meetings will also encourage people to make better success of a community is by empowering girls at choices with what they eat and how much they move a young age. When I first found out about Girl Up, throughout the day. I was amazed by how their efforts across the world “Many high schoolers don’t pay much attention have helped thousands of girls receive the resources to the foods they are eating; the purpose for creating and education they need to improve their lives,” said this club is for students to be more aware of the foods Kira Jones (a founding member of the Girl Up Foun- they are fueling their body with,” says Geyer. dation). This group spends most meetings discuss- Anyone that attends P-CEP is welcome to join. ing feminism, how they can promote local equality, The first meeting was held in October, but contin- The Girl Up Logo brainstorming, advertising, fundraising and planning ues on every Thursday, twice a month. It takes place for future events. right after school in room 209B in Plymouth. The Girl Up group continues to look for new women Plymouth-Canton community to read books to over recruits to join this woman empowering movement. 100 students. The Girl Up group ensures that if you According to the Foundation, “By joining Girl Up, not join, you will feel right at home. So if you plan to join only are you helping girls on a local level, but you’re this wonderful club, you can find them on select meet- taking part in an international organization with over ing dates from 3:30 to 5:00 at the Plymouth District 1,900 clubs and programs that have directly impacted Library 223 S Main St. the lives of 34,000 girls. We have a lot of great events Another new club that was introduced to P-CEP is coming up, so anyone interested in inspiring others and the Healthy Living Club. Its slogan is “Eat better. Live organizing events to advocate and fundraise for gender Well.” The club was created by Plymouth senior, Olivia News The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org B4 Features Spread the Word to End the Word! by Jordyn Audi April is things like snacks, baked treats and shirts. Social Media Manager the month The money goes towards our Unified Sports of World like “Special Olympics” for students who Autism Awareness. The original awareness have special needs. A way to be involved is day is on April 2, but it continues to spread by attending walks and fundraisers. To show the whole month. It was recognized in the support, anyone can wear the puzzle ribbon 1970’s and has grown rapidly over the last 50 pin-which is the Autism symbol, or even the years. Autism Awareness is meant to spread color blue. awareness and love of our friends, family According to AutismSociety, “The puzzle and community with Autism. pattern reflects the complexity of the Autism Autism is a disorder that challenges spectrum. The different colors and shapes individuals’ behavior and thoughts based on represent the diversity of the people and social interaction and communication. The the families living with the condition. The Human Services Exploration classes showed brightness of the ribbon signals hope.” Au- support and awareness by hosting a fund- tism awareness should always be recognized raiser during all three lunches in all of the no matter what month it is. Together we can three schools. “Our goal is to include all stu- spread the word to end the word. dents regardless of any disability,” says Plym- outh senior, Morgan Horning. They sold Fundraiser ran by Human Services Exploration Students. Photo by Jordyn Audi Spectacular Spring Activities by Lilli Keehn and Amanda Mancuso Spring has finally of fresh fruits and veggies are all things you can do at a farmer’s market. Staff Writers sprung, so it seems, and Also, many farmer’s markets are community based so by going to them there are many activities and buying baked goods or plants, you can also give back to the com- that have opened up to do now that the weather is changing. Whether munity. you take a drive to a new place, or just hang out in your backyard, spring Bike rides calls for nice weather and good times in the great outdoors. Here are A bike ride is an easy way to explore the fresh, blooming vegetation some fun ideas for you and your friends to take advantage of this spring that spring brings every year. You can ride along your neighborhood’s season! sidewalk or ride to a park. Bring a friend or a family member to maxi- Going on a picnic mize enjoyment, or go alone to escape busy surroundings. A bike ride is Grab a basket, a blanket and some snacks and you’ll be set for this ac- a great way to enjoy the upcoming spring. tivity. Going on a picnic with friends can be very relaxing and so much Going for a walk fun. Take a walk or drive over to a local park and lay down your blanket A simple but satisfying way to appreciate the warm weather is to take and you will be good to go. You can also bring some outdoor toys, like a a walk. Michigan has many beautiful woods and trails, such as the Nich- frisbee or a football to throw around and you will be prepared with a few ols Arboretum in Ann Arbor. Take a pet or a companion to accompany hours of fun. you while you explore. Not to mention, it’s also a fantastic way to get in a Draw with sidewalk chalk workout. Although this activity is simple, it’s easily a blast. I know this may seem childlike and silly at first, but it can really be a Planting a garden lot of fun. Either going outside by yourself or with a friend and taking a Planting a garden is a great way to improve your lawn and bring in few hours to draw pictures in your driveway can be a great way to spend some color. You can pick a variety of flowers and herbs to plant in your your day. If you’re feeling really determined, you can even try to chalk garden. Brightening up your lawn is a fantastic way to begin the new up your entire driveway. Plus, it’s a nice surprise for your family when season. You could also help an extended family member to plant a they get home! garden, which will surely bring them joy. Jackson the black lab Visit a farmer’s market Spring is a great season for enjoying a variety of outdoor activities. Photo by Madeline Justice This is one of my personal favorites on this list. Getting a few friends The nice weather creates a pleasant atmosphere, so why not take advan- together and waking up a little early to head on over to your local farm- tage and enjoy it? Grab a friend and go explore the multiple opportuni- er’s market is a great way to spend your morning. Looking at and smell- ties the fresh season holds. ing pretty flowers, trying some new food and buying different variations Night of Worship by Isabelle Fessler Many students and members focus. They performed worship songs and led the group in Opinion Editor of the Cornerstone Church prayer. They were backed up by a band consisting of a guitarist, came together on March 20 in a a bassist, a drummer, and a pianist. night of worship filled with singing, dancing and community There were about 150 people there and everyone seemed togetherness. The event was organized by a group of P-CEP moved by the performance. “I’ve heard so many incredible students. Among the students who organized was Lexie Quinn, testimonies of what God did for people in that room on that Plymouth senior. night,” says Quinn. “Night of Worship meant so much to me. I didn’t take the “I hope that students continue to take the initiative whether responsibility of organizing it lightly because it had such great inside or outside of school to put on events like this.” says potential to change someone’s life.” Quinn said regarding her Keehn. The group enjoyed the planning and execution of the participation. Others who helped plan the event were Emily event and hopes it made an impact on people’s lives. Students performing at the Night of Worship Wolf, Elisabeth Wolf, Marquette Winston, Lilli Keehn and Dea Photo by Bekah Keehn Taipi. The six girls who planned the event were also the main

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State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company State Farm Indemnity Company 1001195.1 Bloomington, IL The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org B5 Entertainment Evil Twins or Government Made Clones? by Olivia Blackburn Spoiler alert. house and see the paramedics rolling some- demand the Wilsons to sit down. In shock that a table, and kills the other twin. Kitty’s twin, Staff Writer Jordan Peele one out on a gurney. Adelaide remembers the the crazy family who broke in looks like them, Dahlia, ties Adelaide up and as her back is surprised his man; same clothes, just older. He was the man but can’t talk like normal humans even scares turned Zora tries to hit her, but Dahlia grabs audience after directing ‘Get Out’ by directing who she saw holding a “Jeremiah 11:11” sign me. Zora and tries to cut her with her scissors. Ja- ‘Us,’ which collected over 70 million dollars while she was going into the fun house as a Red is Adelaide’s evil twin, Abraham is son comes from behind and kills her though. on opening weekend. The beginning of the kid. Zora, Becca and Lindsey were together Duke’s evil twin (who just grunts all of the Red takes Jason far underground to plot takes us to a screen in young Adelaide and Jason was only a few feet away. Jason had time) Pluto is Jason’s twin, who likes fire and the tunnel. Adelaide runs after and goes into Wilsons (Madison Curry) home where she’s to use the bathroom so he told Zora and went. Umbrae is Zora’s twin, who is a fast runner. the fun house to get into the tunnel where watching a commercial for Hands Across As he left the porta potty, he looked over and Red tells Abraham to drag Duke to the boat, rabbits are roaming free. Adelaide finds Red America. The story takes us to the Wilson saw the back of a man wearing a long coat demands Jason to play with Pluto and weirdly in one of the many rooms and Red explains family at the amusement park on the shore of with his arms out looking like he was holding groans at Zora to run. For Adelaide, that her plan that all of these evil twins have been Santa Cruz in the 80’s, where young Adelaide hands, but the creepiest part was that there must’ve been pretty scary since Red hand- down here and it’s time for them to be on the is spending her birthday with her family. She was blood dripping from his hands. Adelaide cuffed her to the table leg and was pushing surface. Red says that she’s always been a part seems to wander away when her mother goes realized Jason had disappeared from the Adelaide’s face against the glass. Jason scares of Adelaide, like when she was a dancer at to the restroom and her father begins to play group of girls and she started to panic. She ran Pluto and locks him in the closet so Red walks ballet, that’s what made her come out of the whack-a-mole. Wilson then runs inside of a around the beach until she spotted him and away from Adelaide. Adelaide escapes and tunnel into the fun house where they met. fun house to find herself getting lost inside, ran over to hug him. gets Jason. Zora is still running from Umbrae After a long fight Adelaide gets Jason back and then coming face-to-face with a girl who looks Just when Adelaide was about to get and Jason kicks Abraham off the boat and gets overpowers Red. The family reunites again exactly like her. in bed the house’s power turned off. Looking caught in the motor, so you probably can tell and starts driving back home, but then Ade- Taking the audience to present day, for a way to turn the power back on, Jason what happened to Abraham. Jason gets ahold line gets a flashback.It shows when “Red” met Adelaide and her husband Gabe Wilson says that there’s a family outside. After saying of the boat and picks up the rest of his family Adelaide in the fun house and knocked her (Winston Duke) have two kids: Zora (Shahadi that, the family lines up at the door and Duke from the dock. out, took her shirt and went back into the real Wright Joseph) and Jason (Evan Alex). As the walks outside and tries to make them go away. After that whole incident at their world. The whole time you thought you were family gets set into the summer house Gabe After the first attempt of trying to make the house, the Wilsons drive the boat to the Tylers watching Adelaide, it was really Red and the wants to go to the Santa Cruz beach to meet weird family in red jumpsuits go away, Zora house, not knowing that the Tyler’s evil twins evil twin was actually Adelaide trying to get up with their friends Kitty (Elisabeth Moss) grabbed her dad a bat and he went outside had killed the real Tyler family. When Ad- her revenge. So yes, the ending was really con- and Josh Tyler (Tim Heidecker) and their kids again. This time the family moved, but in all elaide shows up to the front door, Josh’s twin, fusing to me. I actually had to watch it twice, Becca (Cali Sheldon) and Lindsey (Noelle different directions and the big man came Tex, is there and opens the door. Since the but overall it was a great movie that has some Sheldon). When Adelaide hears that, it brings toward Duke. Duke ran inside and locks the Tyler evil twins can only kill the normal Ty- laughs, but the rest was just weird and creepy. her back to her past on the beach, but they door, while the rest of the family outside is lers, the Wilsons are safe from that, but three I would recommend this movie, but would not end up going anyways. trying to get in, the big man starts kicking the out of the four Wilson twins are still trying to recommend this movie if you don’t like blood As the Wilsons get close the the beach door, but then finds the spare key under a rock kill them. As Duke kills Tex on the boat, Zora or gore. they see a ton of ambulances at someone’s and opens it. Once the family gets inside, they knocks one twin off the ledge of a rail on top

The Umbrella Academy: From Comics to Televisions by Fiona Hughes time travel to mind control. Sir ily’s activities. After the Umbrella convince the rest of his family that Editor-In-Chief Reginald Hargreeves, a man with Academy grew older, they separat- the whole world would end in just a plan, bargained with the moth- ed and started to live their lives on a few days. Thank you Netflix for bring- ers to give their children away their own, filled with drugs, space, Overall, I loved the show. It did ing my middle school love for the so he could raise them and train a literal wasteland and even fame justice to the original comic books comic book series “The Umbrella them to control their powers. This and paparazzi. After Reginald and captured the gritty humor of Academy” back, except this time, makeshift family became known Hargreeves passed away, it brought the characters. I’m glad Netflix it was brought to life in a television as the Umbrella Academy. After the children back to their child- took on “The Umbrella Acad- show. The show was released as a years of kicking butt and fight- hood home and things started emy,” because Netflix releases new Netflix Original on Feb. 15. With ing crime, the lifestyle took a toll getting complicated. seasons in one chunk, so I could ten episodes, each about an hour on the children. Some of them “The Umbrella Academy” watch the entire thing in three long, it was more than enough to passed away in accidents, while tackles a mix of fiction and reality, days. It’s one of those shows that bring the comic books to life. some were emotionally scarred taking place on Earth with the sucks you in, and when Netflix “The Umbrella Academy” from Hargreeves’ harsh upbring- impending doom of the apoca- asks if you’re still watching, you follows a group of children all ing. They were never given names lypse looming over the Umbrella click the “Yes” button on your re- born on the same day to differ- by Hargreeves, only labeled by Academy’s heads. The problem mote so quick, your fingers might ent mothers, who became preg- numbers. One of the children is, Number 5 is the only person fly off. nant and gave birth within a few didn’t have powers, and was never in the Academy that can travel minutes. Their children were born allowed to participate in the fam- through time; therefore, he has to with special powers, ranging from

Captain Marvel Breaks Box Office and Barriers by Jaden Anochiam and Logan Swarthout quick-thinking, she is able to escape from her cap- ments, the best of them being the interactions that Staff Writers tors, crashing into a Blockbuster take place between Carol and Agent Fury, through For an origin story, “Captain Marvel” really held after her escape pod takes heavy damage. Sus- them, you see a real bond form between them, its own in theatres along with others in the Marvel taining only minor injuries, she attempts to contact helping to build onto why Fury can signal for Cap- Cinematic Universe. It wasn’t the greatest Marvel the Kree she was travelling with. After the word of tain Marvel aka Infinity War. What really bugged movie to date, but it was a good film, building up a strange woman that fell from the sky gets around, me about the movie was the almost non-existent anticipation for “Avengers: Endgame.” This film she finds herself questioned by then S.H.I.E.L.D personality of Carol. Some of her lines felt forced revolves around Carol Danvers (Brie Larson), a agent Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson). She attempts and stiff, but overall Larson still put on a good pilot in the air force who struggles with fighting to put together the pieces of her past while looking performance. her emotions from her past that she can’t seem to out for Skrulls. After successfully figuring out her recall. The film also revolves around the Kree and past and reuniting with close family, Carol accesses Skrull, two alien races locked in a full out war. her full potential while finding out the truth about Carol is captured by the Skrulls, who attempt the Kree and the Skrulls. to look into her memories. Using her powers and This film has a lot of action and heartfelt mo- DC Takes Shocking Change Keep Your Distance From in Direction “Five Feet Apart” by Brett Caldwell The impossible has by Kealani Tapp to make the viewer cry, while Entertainment Editor happened! DC made a Business Manager ignoring all the obvious flaws quality movie that wasn’t in its plot. “Five Feet Apart” was exact- part of the Dark Knight trilogy. In fact, “Shazam!” While viewing “Five Feet ly what it presented itself as, a wasn’t even dark, it was quite comical. Apart,” it was difficult to dis- sappy teen movie full of cheesy Shazam is actually a 14 year-old kid named Billy who cern whether the acting was lines. The viewer watches a transforms into a superhero with one word, “Shazam!” bad or if it was just the terrible boy and a girl, who both suffer This happens because an aging wizard needed to select script. Some of the jokes were Cystic Fibrosis, fall in love a champion to fight and carry on his legacy. Billy is funny, but not good enough to despite the extreme risk to the chosen because the wizard says that he’s a good person redeem the film. The absurdity other’s health. The plot was with a pure heart. of the story was more humor- predictable and unoriginal; When Billy moves into a new group home, he ous than any line in the movie. yet another story about kids initially wants to run away. Although, after some time Nothing about the script stood with serious illnesses falling in at the home he really likes the people there and learns out as unique, which resulted love. The storyline felt rushed what it means to truly be part of a family. When a villain in mediocrity. and unrealistic. In what world comes after Shazam, Billy has to use his super powers to If one is going to the cin- do kids fall madly in love in save himself and his newfound family. ema as a critical viewer, “Five a matter of days? It carried “Shazam!” is a movie that I recommend seeing to Feet Apart” is not the best the same amount of drama anyone who likes superheros or to anyone who likes a match. However, if one would and exaggeration as Shake- mix of action and comedy. just like to enjoy a guilty-plea- speare’s “Romeo and Juliet.” sure romantic-comedy, this The movie’s main purpose was movie is as good as any. to do everything in its power The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org B6 Entertainment Sucker for the Jonas Brothers by Madeline Justice and Fiona Hughes

The Jonas Brothers are back and way of spraying teenage girl comprehend that the Jonas Brothers the charts. are burnin’ up the charts with their repellant at their chaotic fanbase. even existed. This is similar to when As the brothers enter back into new hit single “Sucker.” After a long After catering to thousands of teen- you hang out with your grandparents the spotlight, they are slowly going break, fans were sending out an S.O.S. age girls earlier in their careers, the and they play obscure jazz music from in a new direction with their image, and the Jo Bros delivered. At midnight Jonas Brothers have switched gears the 70’s that you’ve never heard but as seen in the music video for “Cool.” on March 1, 2019, they released their and adapted to their older audience. they don’t know who Maroon 5 is. The lyrics of the song mention feeling song “Sucker” on all social media plat- Teenagers in 2013 were heartbroken The Jonas Brothers are dealing with high and in their song “Sucker” one forms. To help introduce their new when the brothers announced their this generation gap by making spicy lyric says they are stumbling out of and improved style, they appeared break, but six years later, they’re more tunes that pull in the old fans along bars. These subtle hints show how on “The Late Late Show” with James powerful than ever because of one with new ones, while holding the new they have grown up and might be ap- Corden. fact: now, they have jobs and money. teenagers at bay with a ten foot pole pealing to a slightly older audience. The Jonas Brothers have defi- The parking lots of the Jo Bros’ venues labeled, “I’m Married.” Even though the trio has lost their nitely changed. Maybe it’s the fact that were once filled with minivans, and The Jo Bros released a new song baby faces, when the Jonas Brothers they’re married, or they’re apparently now, they’re still filled with minivans. and music video April 5, ironically decide to release a full album, their into man-rompers now, but even their This situation causes a bit of a rift called “Cool.” If any of us are being fans are ready to pounce on the new music videos have upped their game. between the two groups of fans; the honest, nothing about the music video tunes. The music video for “Sucker” was original, crazy fangirls that ripped was particularly cool. With the return released to the public’s greedy eyes pictures of Nick Jonas out of maga- of the super weird man-rompers, March 1. The music video features zines to tape on their bedroom walls shoulder pads and fanny packs, the the Jonas Brothers’ significant others, and the new generation of teenage brothers achieved their nostalgic which may have been the brothers’ girls that were slightly too young to beachy vibe. The geek-o-meter was off The Room Where It Happens by Lilli Keehn The hit Broadway sensa- by Paul Oakley Stovall, Thomas Jefferson/Marquis de really embody the Eliza Hamilton I’ve grown to love. tion, “Hamilton,” came to us Lafayette by Bryson Bruce and King George by Peter That’s not to say she was terrible, just not what I was Staff Writer in Detroit this year. The show Matthew Smith. I thought Utomi did a wonderful expecting and not my favorite take on the tunes. dates of this production were job capturing the character of Hamilton and Smith The tech in this show was outstanding. The use of March 12-April 21 and the show took place on the was a fantastic comic relief as King George. My lights was fantastic and really helped to develop the Fisher Theater’s stage. Millions of people swarmed favorite actor overall though was definitely Stovall as show. The set was absolutely stunning as well. Seeing the internet for tickets, as this hit musical has been Washington. His vocals were absolutely amazing and pictures of the stage and then seeing it in person was labeled a must see and musical genius by various his acting was just as on point. In a vocally draining so crazy because it was even better in person. There’s theatre sites. With book, music and lyrics all written show like this one, it’s hard work to always sound so not one but two turntables in the middle of the stage by Lin-Manuel Miranda, this show has been a very good and not let the audience know you’re tired, but that absolutely blew my mind when they went in highly praised one. I got the amazing opportunity Stovall did an absolutely amazing job with it all. opposite directions. The costume design wasn’t any- of seeing this work of art recently and here is what I There were a few actors who I decided weren’t thing too extravagant and what I expected, but still it took away from it. my favorite: Tower and Cruz. Burr, played by Tower, was absolutely beautiful. There are two casts currently touring right now starts off the entire show with the song “Alexander Overall, I would rate my Hamilton experience a and the one that performed at the Fisher Theater was Hamilton” and I will say that I don’t think Tower’s 9/10. The show clearly took a lot of work to create the “Angelica” cast. In this cast, Alexander Hamilton vocals really hit home with this song. It was hard for and to put on. I’m so grateful that I got the chance to was played by Edred Utomi, Aaron Burr by Josh me to then un-see or un-hear what I heard because it see it and be in “the room where it happens.” Tower, Eliza Hamilton by Hannah Cruz, Angelica was the first thing that happened in the show. I also Schuyler by Stephanie Umoh, George Washington was not the biggest fan of Cruz, as her voice didn’t

The Perfect Date by Jordyn Audi “The Perfect causes him to lose the people he’s closest to. As a Overall, the movie was pretty good. There wasn’t Social Media Manager Date”, was just re- way to pay for Yale, he decides to work part time at too many plot twists so it was easy to predict the leased on April 12 a sub shop and create an app. This app pays him to ending. I truly believe Netflix had a movie’s block on Netflix. The movie became popular fast due to the go on dates with girls and play the role of any kind and just combined Noah Centineo’s movies into fact it was starring Noah Centineo, who got famous of guy they want; it could also be the gateway of him one. Thank goodness Netflix didn’t also combine from his past movie, “To All the Boys I’ve Loved relying onto his lies too much. While working at the Noah’s movie, “SPF-18”, but that’s a different topic Before”. It also starred Laura Marano, but she kind of sub shop, he overheard a conversation and took the for a different time. I feel like they believed since fell off the radar after being in the kids show “Austin opportunity to help out his bully, Reese. Brooks took both movies were so good, why not just combine the and Ally”. It surprised viewers when it also starred the favor of taking out Reese’s rich cousin, Celia, to two? Then you will end up with the same old news Camila Mendes, Veronica from “Riverdale”, because her school dance in return of getting paid and bor- again, but with a different cast. Some parts were very all of the main characters are very well known. rowing Reese’s expensive car for the night. After the cute though with Brooks’ and Celia’s friendship. I The movie starts off with a basic high night of being forced to spend time with each other, admired the way they had each others backs. Even school teen named Brooks Radding. The main idea Brooks and Celia start to form a friendship. This when Brooks was on a pretend date, he left the room of the movie is for him to make it into Yale Uni- friendship also contains certain favors like helping just to answer Celia’s call to make sure she was okay. versity. It’s funny because in his past movie, “Sierra each other date their crushes by pretending to date I also enjoyed Celia’s traits because Marano had to Burgess is a Loser”, they seem to have similar plots. each other first. This situation also relates back to take a big step out of her comfort zone to play that Sierra, the main character, struggled with trying to Noah’s old movie, “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Be- rebellious and spunky character; considering the fact get into Stanford University. In both movies, they fore”. In both movies, the main characters pretend to she had the play the overly nice girl in “Austin and also had almost identical scenes of being lectured by date in order to make their crushes jealous. The only Ally”. This movie deserves maybe 3 out of 5 stars. It their guidance counselors about making it to their difference this time is that Laura Marano isn’t Laura was decent to watch, but didn’t have much creativity. dream colleges. Brooks’s main struggles were the Jean. Throughout the movie, Brooks gets himself Let’s see how his next movie is. money to pay for college, writing his letter to admis- into bad situations and starts to need to make a lot of sions and losing himself in a bunch of lies, which decisions that depend on him and his future.

Picture Books to PhD A Stolen Life: A Memoir

by Fiona Hughes from a textbook and learned but Westover has a true love by Jeremy Pascarella await her in the next step of her however, the growth of Jaycee’s Editor-in-Chief about the Holocaust only for learning and it shows Staff Writer life: recovery. The text structure character throughout the book is that of describing her past makes A Stolen Life an engag- after her first semester in col- throughout her memoir. The topic of A Stolen Life is Tara Westover was born years intertwined with cur- ing read as you can never know “Educated” was so well the abduction and subsequent rent “reflections” of what she what comes next. She can be a and raised Mormon written, I felt like I was treatment of Jaycee Dugard by different person from chapter to in Idaho. Her parents her captors Philip and Nancy living her life through my the next as time flies in memoir. believed the medical Garrido. Jaycee was stolen in own eyes. Westover’s trans- I rate this book a 4 out of establishment was part of 1991 at age eleven and lived in formation from a follower 5. This is because of the more the Illuminati, so doctors the harsh conditions of captivity of her parents to a graduate amateur style of writing that for eighteen years. She regained were out of the question. from Cambridge is full of Jaycee uses, albeit with a cap- her freedom in 2009 after ex- Any shirts that lie below tivating effect on the audience bumps and hills, but she periencing the most traumatic the collarbone were scan- or reader. Dugard also seems was recently featured on events a person could face. Not dalous and any bottoms to have more childish themes “Ellen,” so she’s definitely only was Jaycee sexually abused above the ankle were im- in the story that reflect her age changed since she was just and raped (giving unconsented before captivity. These small modest. Women were to a little girl hanging off of birth at age 14), but she also imperfections are eclipsed by stay at home and prepare came to depend on her captors her father’s every word. the engaging story of someone dinner, while the men for food, shelter, and worst of “Educated” is not for rising anew from the ashes of went out and worked. all, companionship. The story the faint of heart. At some tragedy. Schools brainwashed the chronicles the time she spent points, your mouth will People who are interested in the backyard of the Garrido’s youth. hang open collecting in overcoming hardships and house, including the numerous In Tara Westover’s inspirational stories should flies, because her story pets and jobs that were given to memoir “Educated,” she believes or how she perceives read this book; however, there is so unbelievable. Truly, her. A common subtopic that shares the struggle between the situation now. There may be are parts in the story that have lege. Westover’s road to edu- I believe everyone should ran throughout the book was her family’s world and the one to two chapters of the story sexual implications that should cation is so different from my read “Educated,” and edu- her mistrust and struggle of with a reflection afterwards. not be taken too lightly or be real world. Westover tackles own, it was shocking to read. cate themselves about other adapting to the outside world. Many of the chapters have read by young children. This some tough subjects, like Jaycee had not known what life Sometimes, it’s hard to take a people who are living com- repetitive features as life in the is because of the nature of the abuse, mental health and was like growing up normally step back and appreciate how pletely different lives from Garrido’s house was routine and situation and what happened to religion. and left the Garrido’s residence easy it is to get on a bus and their own. monotonous for many years; Jaycee. She taught herself Algebra drive off to learn basic math, mentally unprepared for what The Perspective - April 30, 2019 the-perspective.org B7 Travel Oh, Canada! by Zach Antonelli While you could see the endless streets, tower- Staff Writer everyone ing high rises, all the lights and even Lake was busy Ontario. It was truly beautiful. My other relaxing favorite parts of the trip included visit- on the beach and exploring the beauti- ing the historic Casa Loma (the only legit ful countries of Mexico, the Dominican castle in North America) and the infa- Republic, etc. ( Let’s be honest none of you mous West Queen Street. were actually doing any of that), I made West Queen Street is the heaven that the trek up north to the cold barren land any punk, alternative or creative indi- known as Canada. Toronto, in particular. vidual dreams about. The shops I went to For my first time in Canada (not on that street were record stores, the Dr. counting the time my mom used me to get Marten’s store and my new favorite place: past border patrol as a baby but that’s an- The Black Market. other story) it did not disappoint. Toronto, The Black Market is a shop in is a beautiful, expansive multicultural a basement on West Queen Street that mecca for anyone and everyone to enjoy. includes Shortstack Records and a barber There is so much to do and being that I shop. The rest of the space is a second only had four days, I missed out on a lot. hand punk clothing store that smells One of the many highlights of my like roadkill mixed with bad cologne. Of trip was looking over the city of Toronto course I spent $40 and 90 minutes of my Photos by Zach Antonelli from the top of the Canada National day down there. I almost got a haircut too. Photos of Toronto’s skyline (more widely known as CN) Tower where Senior Spring Break minican Republic known for by the people who live on the island. While or just not spend a lot. Even if you stay in its beautiful views, and miles in the Bahamas, I went snorkeling, which Michigan, there are many fun places you of beaches and clear water. had me in awe. Bright colored fish swim can go. Whether you’re exploring Ann Ar- Along the coast of Bávaro and right next to you, so close you could almost bor or downtown Plymouth, there is always Punta Cana is the Coconut touch them. With all these activities, there’s somewhere you haven’t gone or explored. Coast, where you’ll find many something for everyone to enjoy. If you’re Lots of fun activities don’t require much luxury resorts and tourist planning your next vacation, this is a great money, like playing volleyball outside, hav- attractions. Staying in Punta place to consider. ing a picnic, going to the movies, and more. Cana is a great way to relax 3. Florida If you want to get more adventurous, try and get away from home for a Whether you want tropical beaches or visiting a lake near you or maybe even an while, with fun activities to do theme parks for your vacation, with Florida escape room! While many people act like such as surfing, boating, zip- you don’t have to choose. Not only does it home is boring, if you go looking, you will lining or just relaxing at the have beautiful scenery, but it’s also home find something to do! beach. While in Punta Cana, to the most magical place on Earth, Dis- it is worth noting that the ney World. If you don’t want to spend the currency used in Punta Cana money to go out of the country, Florida is is the Dominican Peso. It is a great alternative. Miami, Tampa, Orlando Photo by Lauren Branford important to know that Punta and Key West are a few of the most popular Photo of Nassau, Bahamas Cana is still within the Dominican Repub- cities to visit in Florida. Florida is not only lic, a dangerous country, rated as a Level 2 home to Disney World, but also to Magic by Diya Banerjee and destination by the US State Department. Kingdom, Epcot and Universal. These Sachetan Krishnaraj This means that tourists should “exercise are all resorts and parks that are worth Feautures Editor and Design Editor increased caution.” visiting. It even has a national park! The 2. The Bahamas Everglades National Park, which houses If you’re a senior, you’ve probably The Bahamas website boasts that the Ba- alligators, crocodiles and unique birds. The planned a senior trip. For many of us, this hamas has the “clearest water on the planet”. Florida Keys are best known for the beau- trip was during spring break. Whether After visiting, I definitely can attest that the tiful beaches and snorkeling excursions. you decided to chill at home or live it up water is beautiful. Filled with sandy beaches This awesome destination isn’t too far from at the beach, there are fun things to do and amazing excursions, the Bahamas home, making it a great option. everywhere. In a survey done for senior P- definitely have a right to be one of the most 4. Home CEP students, here were some of the most visited vacation destinations. While there, Home is where the heart is. Whether popular responses for senior spring break you can boat, snorkel, fishing, water sports you’re reading a book on your porch or destinations. (wakeboarding, surfing, etc.) , go to the spa, having late night bonfires, there’s always Photo by Diya Banerjee 1. Punta Cana and of course, visiting the beach. While something to do if you don’t travel during Photo of Cococay, Bahamas Punta Cana is a resort town in the Do- there, you can explore the cute shops run break. For many, this helps save money