Volume 57 Issue 1 Mahwah High School September/October 2018 2018 Updates and Upgrades By Ryan Spector

Mahwah High School un- derwent a multitude of changes that should be recognized by staff and students alike. The more noticeable updates are found in commonly inhabited spots around the school. The Senior Nook is now known as the “Senior Nest” as it has been deemed more appropriate for the Mahwah Thunderbirds. The lights in the auditorium have been upgraded so that it “looks less like a dungeon” and the school plans to supply the The- atre Department with a scrim curtain, a unique piece of stage equipment that appears opaque or transparent when exposed to light at different angles. Ad- New Construction Gaining S.T.E.A.M ditional renovations have taken place in certain classrooms, such building as it poses a major secu- to juniors, sophomores, and finally and will be celebrated in various as the new furniture in room 125 rity risk. In the near future, all stu- freshman. Other security addi- ways. The SGA is in charge of the and the complete transformation dents will be issued FOBs that they tions include the hiring of Officer celebrations and will solicit ideas of room 107 (previously the cook- must keep on them at all times, Jack as the School Resource Officer from students and staff. Pascale ing room) into a classroom/apart- which differ from school IDs with and the school-wide installation of promises that the MHS social me- ment/coffeehouse that the special their ability to open school doors. brand new alarm systems. dia pages will be more active than education program will implement For now, just until the entire stu- The most prominent addition ever reporting this topic, using when teaching independent living dent populations receives individu- to come, as most students know, is hashtags such as #CelebrateMah- skills. al FOBs, the doors are temporarily the construction of a new STEAM wah and #MHS60Yrs. He also that The most important shift from set to timers so that students can facility in MHS’ backyard. The classes and clubs will integrate this last year, however, is an increase in enter the building at specific times, building is currently about one- milestone into their future plans school security. Mr. Pascale urges such as the morning. They have al- third complete. Once the walls are and activities. students not to open doors for ready been distributed to seniors fully established, steel will be in- The most noteworthy en- anyone after initially entering the and will eventually make their way serted into the building for stabil- deavor that will be taken to sanc- ity, the roof will be installed, and tify MHS’ 60th anniversary is the the brick surrounding the exterior burial of a time capsule. It will be of the building will be finished. filled with various items from MHS Pascale reveals that the building which students and staff can help will hopefully be completed during choose and assemble. Behind the June of 2019, but will most likely new STEAM building lies a perfect be operational by the time Septem- area for burial, where it will remain ber rolls back around. The building undisturbed for forty years until will (tentatively) host many class- it is unearthed by the high school es, including Humanoid Robotics, community of the future! All of Technology and Engineering Prin- these betterments of MHS’ infra- ciples, and Innovations and Inven- structure and security are perfectly tions, as well as relevant extracur- represented by the very mission riculars like the Mahwah Robo statement inspired by the school’s T-Birds. 60th anniversary— “Celebrate, Another major occurrence Connect, Create: Where Thunder- this year is the commemoration of bird Tradition Meets Tomorrow.” Mr. Humphrey’s Temporary View Mahwah High School’s 60th An- niversary! Such a milestone must Page 2 September/October 2018 College Corner: The College Essay By Sofia Smith To help spark inspiration in any critical portion of seniors who are struggling with your personality. The beginning of the school starting, I compiled a list of help of Pieces that do not year beckons an influx of seniors tips and tricks provided by notable display who you are who are stressing over college ad- teachers around the school, among and what you care missions and essays. As guidance them, Mr. Fuchs, Ms. Cording, and about are trite and counselors emphasize time and Mrs. Morgan. dull. Pick a topic that Colleges tend interests you so that dur- to look at writing ca- ing the essay process, pabilities more than you do not find yourself the perfect story. If stuck in one place. If you you show what you specific types of powerful writing. are not focused while have learned through colorful use Many colleges differ in styles of writing the essay, it is of words and figurative language, writing such as personal writing, more than likely that the many colleges will acknowledge fictional writing, or even existen- admissions office won’t your literary abilities, a key quality tial writing. They want variety and either. in your application. something out of the ordinary. From the moment Building off of the last point, With these useful ideas, you begin your first draft, your topic doesn’t have to be as anyone can make an essay that time again, a persuasive and cap- incorporate voice and style so serious or morose as many people catches the eyes and hearts of any tivating essay may be the decid- that your experience is conveyed in believe. It can easily be a silly topic admissions office. TheTom-Tom ing factor in your acceptance to a more riveting manner. The reader as long as you write it in a tasteful wishes all seniors the best of luck a university because it reveals an should not struggle to finish read- and creative light. with their application, especially important facet of your charac- ing your essay and should instead Take time to research com- with the impending November 1st ter that cannot be shown through be hanging on the edge of his seat. mon types of essays each college deadline. Happy writing! GPAs and standardized test scores. Your essay should capture a looks for since many search for Staff Summer Reading Assignments By Zuzanna Niepostyn and Nicole Kwan, The Outsider by Stephen Mr. Nahum Solich King, and Kitchen Confidential by This summer Mr. Nahum read Anthony Bordain. She enjoyed all Their Eyes Were Watching God by Summer is a time where stu- of these books. Sofia is currently Zora Neale Hurston. The book dem- dents and teachers alike are able reading the book Educated by Tara onstrates the struggle black wom- to relax from homework and take Westover. She also recommends en had to face. It follows a woman’s a break from the treacherous work- the book The Glass Castle by Jean- journey to find personal freedom load of school. Some decide to play nette Walls, which is one of her all- after enduring many hardships. video games all summer while oth- time favorites. Nahum spoke highly of the book ers take the time to read a good Mrs. Devine and said he definitely encourages book. We interviewed multiple Mrs. Devine went on a trip to all to borrow it. The book discusses teachers to find out what books beautiful France this summer. Pri- sexism and racism, two topics that they read over the summer and or to the trip, she read many travel are becoming increasingly relevant which ones they recommend for books. Currently, she is reading in today’s society. you! Mrs. Kandoth Mr. Ryan Mrs. Kandoth believes that Over the summer, Mr. Ryan summer is a great opportunity read News of the West by Paulette Mr. Jankowski to read a hefty load of books. Be- Jiles. It is about a young girl trav- Throughout the summer, Mr. ing a history teacher, she reads eling through the west when sud- Jankowski spent his days read- many historical books. Amongst denly a group of Native Americans ing The Plague by Albert Camus. her countless picks are Beneath the kill her parents and kidnap her. She Camus is a Nobel prize-winning Scarlet Sky by Mark T. Sullivan and grows up with them and then is author. Jankowski specifically ap- Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wing- given the opportunity to get back preciates Camus’ choice to weave ate. She especially loved Before We to her family. Ryan recommends details from his life’s background Were Yours, a story about women the book; in fact, he read the book into the story. The book is about that were kidnapped and sold into for his wife’s book club but his kids an epidemic in Africa. He loved sex trafficking. didn’t like it. this book so much that he even Sr. Castro Miss Pizza named a fantasy football team Over the summer, Sr. Castro Miss Pizza read The Poetics of “The Plague.” He suggests this read many books, one of his favor- Space by Gaston Bacheland for grad novel to people who enjoy reading Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste ites is Oculus by Michael Offutt. school. It explores the manner in psychology. Ng, which is about a person who Castro gave it a glowing review, which humans look back at their Mrs. Sofia has gone missing. She describes saying, “It’s a book about hope and childhood homes and memories. Mrs. Sofia adores reading. Celeste Ng as a talented and pow- gives perspective on life.” Overall it She said she enjoyed the book but Over the summer, she read count- erful writer. Ng is also known for is a great book and Sr. Castro would would not recommend it, given it less books. Among them is the receiving many awards and writing definitely recommend it to those is a heavy read and the material is book, Crazy Rich Asians, by Kevin for the NY magazine. seeking a refreshing outlook on the more educational than pleasurable. rocky road of life. September/October 2018 Page 3 My Two Cents By Austin Ritter this one by the New York Times’s Maggie Haberman. “Innocent un- Welcome back, T-Birds! Un- til proven guilty” is a cornerstone like many of the people who were of American jurisprudence. Sexual employed at the White House last assault is also very serious and time I wrote this column, I still important to pay close attention have my job. Thus, as usual, I’ll be to. This issue is dicy but the entire calling out pretty much anyone I Kavanaugh situation is now purely can find, as well as inserting my political. With an FBI investigation two cents into the world of politi- Possible Presidential Candidate; completed and a vote to confirm “He Reads from Cards” cal rhetoric on Twitter. I’d love to Elizabeth Warren him to the highest court in the hear your reactions to my reactions she’s trying to set herself up for her land passing the Senate, nothing while the nicknames are odd and at [email protected]. own re-election this year. She’s not but politics has decided the now- the pleasantries are unnecessary, No promises that you’ll agree with facing a tough race in the midterms Justice’s fate. Kavanaugh helped to whatever strategy (if any) that’s be- everything I say. That, though, is at all but she does want to become investigate President Bill Clinton ing employed is working. Nuclear the beauty of democracy. Read on a national figure (and maybe sell a in the 1990s. He worked for Presi- war is no longer even close to a real at your own risk. book). If Warren is the next Bernie dent George W. Bush after that and threat, military parades no longer Donald J. Trump Sanders of the Democrat Party, she has been a reliably-conservative include nuclear missiles, testing @realDonaldTrump will gain tremendous traction. The judge for a little more than the last has decreased (if not ceased), and THE ONLY REASON TO real question is whether or not the decade. Democrats don’t like his North Korea is slowly opening up VOTE FOR A DEMOCRAT IS IF Democrat party infrastructure will to the rest of the world. You won’t YOU’RE TIRED OF WINNING! treat her more seriously than they find me defending Chairman Kim’s despotism and heinous civil rights record, but I must say that great strides are being made for peace on the Korean peninsula. Chris Krewson @ckrewson did Sanders. Only time will tell. So, to recap: The host of JEOP- Honestly, hilarious. For all of Maggie Haberman ARDY! just moderated Pennsyl- the president’s shortcomings and @maggieNYT Type A Handshake vania’s one and only debate in the faults (of which there probably are Several moments after Trump governor’s race. many), he has a talent for relating describes Kavanaugh’s treatment judicial record and Republicans do. And Pennsylvania voters to his base. Trump always predict- as “abuse” and decries guilty until That’s what it will come down to, booed Alex Trebek. ed that people would get tired of proven innocent, the crowd goes and being that President Trump’s That’s correct. Alex Trebek, winning if he was elected president base is still fired up about Hillary the host of JEOPARDY!, moderat- and he’s certainly fulfilled many of Clinton, the politics could not be ed a governor’s debate in Pennsyl- his promises in office. By his met- more complicated. vania, and he messed up majorly. ric, and by much of the population’s Aaron Rupar He inserted a trivia question about estimation, the United States is @atrupar the Eagles, told a few more jokes winning right now, and Democrats, Trump says this -- earnestly! than he arguably should’ve, and ul- without a clear message or a na- -- about Kim Jong Un: “We went timately stole the show. That’s why tional leader, will have a hard time back and forth, then we fell in love. people are angry. Trebek also put campaigning just against President He wrote me beautiful letters. And in a few remarks about the Catho- Trump. they are great letters. We fell in lic Church’s present publicity crisis. Grace Segers Kavanaugh Sworn In love.” My two cents? Trebek shouldn’t @Grace_Segers into “Lock her up!” President Donald Trump and have moderated. But, on the oth- “After November 6, I will take If you’ve been paying any at- Chairman Kim Jong-Un have had er hand, more attention is being a hard look at running for presi- tention to the controversy sur- a rather rocky relationship since given to this than it ever would’ve dent,” @SenWarren says at a town rounding Justice Brett Kavana- the former took office. From call- been naturally. So Alex Trebek got hall in Holyoke, to an extended ugh’s nomination to the Supreme ing him “Rocket Man” to falling the nation to pay attention to a standing ovation. Court, you’d know it’s a mess. in love, President Trump has cer- governor’s race. In Pennsylvania. I wonder if Senator Elizabeth However, I think that no tweet bet- tainly had a change of heart re- Not bad. Warren (D-MA) will actually chal- ter summarizes the situation than garding the North Korean supreme lenge President Trump in 2020 or if leader. The reality is, however, that

Tom-Tom Contributor’s Box: Alexander DeJesus, Izzy Durso, Brooke Forgette, Fiona Gavin, Briana Gill, Emily Hanson, Ra- jwinder Kaur (Editor-in-Chief), Riya Moorthy, Zuzanna Niepostyn,Vicente Petroni (Layout Edi- tor), Elizabeth Posada, Austin Ritter, Michael Schnoll, Sofia Smith, Lucy Sokolova, Ryan Spector, Denise Shvartsberg, Jessica Xing, Tyler Ziman. Advisor: Mr. Jankowski Page 4 September/October 2018 MHS Welcomes New Faculty Ms. Bian Mrs. Schiro Mr. Charles The World Lan- The Mahwah Mr. Charles guage Depart- High School’s brings his ex- ment welcomes Math Depart- perience in Ms. Bian, who ment is ex- technological will take over cited to have communication the school’s an alumna, to Broadcast Chinese classes. Mrs. Schiro, Journalism, New After attending for her first Media, and Digi- college in China full year of tal Film Produc- for a Bach- teaching after tion. He gradu- elor’s degree in she completed ated from Iona finance, and a her student College, earning Masters in both teaching at a Bachelor’s in Child Psychol- Northern Communications ogy and Chinese Valley Re- with a concentra- language and culture, Bian remained in China to gional in Demarest. She enrolled in William tion in Television and Video Production as well teach ESL and Chinese for fifteen years before Paterson University for a Bachelor’s degree in as a minor in film. Charles has worked with high coming to the United States. Bian finds MHS to Math and later the University of Phoenix for a school students since his college years, having be “efficient and organized,” notably the admin- master’s degree in Secondary Education. As a began as a part-time track coach and teacher on istration and management. Her inspiration to high school student, Schiro was always inter- a work-study program at Yonkers High School. teach students Chinese stems from her love of ested math and science but didn’t truly grasp He enjoyed witnessing firsthand the application learning English when she was in high school, the importance of education until having kids of children’s creativity towards achieving their as well her passion for immersing students in of her own. Her favorite unit of study to teach goals both on the track and inside the classroom. the Chinese culture. Bian’s favorite unit of study is geometry, which she had thoroughly enjoyed To him, the students at MHS are no different to teach will be food especially since her classes studying in college. To prepare for her new job, and “a lot of them...have warm personalities and will hold countless celebrations while learning Schiro spent a large portion of her summer are engaged in learning.” During his moments to make traditional Chinese cuisine. During reading math textbooks and teaching manage- of leisure, which are now rare given his duty as her well-deserved free time, Bian prioritizes ment material. Her words of wisdom to the a father to his two-year old son, Charles enjoys relaxation and participates in Tai Chi, yoga, and Class of 2019 are to “take it one step at a time” watching The Eagles. meditation. and “make a checklist and get everything done.” Ms. Basha Ms. Basha joins Mrs. Patterson Mr. Normoyle the Science One of our new addi- Fresh on the MHS department as a tions to this years’ staff scene is history Biology teacher is Mrs. Patterson, who teacher Mr. Nor- after complet- maintains a position at moyle. Normoyle ing a semester of the greeters’ desk. In majored in His- student teaching fact, she plays a large tory and minored in at International role in the security of Political Science at High School in the building, as she must The College of New Patterson. Hav- vet anyone who wishes Jersey, after which ing attending to enter the building and he taught World Ramapo College, filter the people permit- History in Wayne. she majored in ted within the doors of Self-described as Biology, which the school, allowing only someone who has she found challenging but enjoyable because of authorized people to en- “always been a pretty her love for animals and interest in the human ter. Interestingly, she works within the jurisdic- good athlete and would challenge anyone to a body. Growing up as the youngest of six siblings tion of the Mahwah Police Department, serving foot race,” it makes sense that Mr. Normoyle has provided her with great role models and the as another example of how the school is protect- passion for what he does. The “intrinsic satis- “natural thing was to want to be a role model for ed. Patterson is not new to the Mahwah School faction” in mentoring and inspiring the future other younger people.” In her free time, Basha District, as she has held positions within George leaders of America motivates Normoyle to be a enjoys reading, muscle training, and cooking Washington Elementary School and Ramapo teacher. He enjoys working out, reading (he read healthy foods. Over the summer, she enjoyed Ridge Middle School. After her shift, which only 1776, Into Thin Air, and The Name of the Roseover reading books by her favorite author, Ellen lasts for the first half of the school day, Pat- the summer), playing softball, and just like most Hopkins, whom Basha particularly appreciates terson is replaced at the desk by Mrs. Pierro, of us, “binging shows on Netflix.” As the Class ofbecause she “writes about lots of real world... lends a hand in the attendance office, and finally 2019 moves on to a new chapter of life beyond issues” and “opens your mind to what’s going on serves as a crossing guard at Indian Hills High high school beginning next year, Normoyle gives in the world.” She advises MHS seniors to always School. It is important to note that Patterson is the following sage advice: “Use your college ex- embrace new people and opportunities. Basha not to be underestimated; She has trained for perience to make yourself a better person. Work experienced major culture shock when enter- the past twenty four years in traditional Aikido, hard and have fun. Go in with an open mind, try ing college due her exposure to only one type of a Japanese martial art, and is now an instructor. new things, pursue your intellectual interests, ethnicity in her previous urban school environ- So far, Patterson is adjusting well to her new du- make new friends, and GO TO CLASS.” ment. But she soon grasped the importance in ties and loves her work environment, claiming interacting with all types of people as it “opens that it’s “just a beautiful place to be.” your mind to how others spend their time.” September/October 2018 Page 5 Mr. Larson Mr. Meang Ms. Ferrabolli Another new ad- Mr. Meang enters New to Mahwah dition to the Math his first year as a but not new to full- Department is Mr. MHS Chemistry time teaching, Ms. Larson, alumni and Forensics Ferrabolli is already from the MHS teacher, bring- enjoying her MHS Class of 2011 and ing along his experience. Her first a graduate from humorous and impression of our Ramapo College, calm demeanor. students is exactly who will be teach- Graduating from what we strive for: ing Pre-Calculus. Hunter College “polite and hard- Larson first be- with a Bachelor’s working.” After gan his teaching in Chemistry taking a five-year experience as a and later earn- Master’s program high school base- ing a Master’s in at Montclair State ball coach, which Forensics from University’s Teach- inspired him to pursue a career in teaching, John Jay College, Meang’s career comprised er’s College, Ms. Ferrabolli taught for three- later becoming a classroom aid and student of working in a data analysis company prior and-a-half years in Franklin Lakes and Leonia. teacher. When asked if anything in MHS has to teaching. After this company had relocated, Not unlike most people who enter the teaching changed since his days as a Thunderbird, Larson with the encouragement of his wife (who is also profession, Ms. Ferrabolli was motivated from responded that the most notable difference is a Chemistry teacher), Meang had embarked on a young age to help others and channeled that the physical renovations. He finds that the most his educational career. His previous school dis- into her passion to “teach the new generations unchanged aspect is “the overall culture and trict, was smaller than MHS; the biggest classes to come.” Ferrabolli wants us to know that, the Mahwah way” of the students. Other than contained only twelve students! His passion lies despite her reserved nature, she “can get pretty teaching, Mr. Larson enjoys playing baseball, in golfing, which he had actively participated in competitive when it comes to sports,” having watching Netflix as well as his favorite show, since high school. Meang is especially looking taken second place in a tennis tournament over Jeopardy! The one advice that he offers the Classforward to teaching the Toxicology unit to his the summer and continuing to be active. She of 2019 is to enjoy a senior year full of dedica- Forensics classes, especially since that had been hopes that this year’s seniors “will use their time tion and effort (do not succumb to the infamous his focus of study in college. After a moment of wisely, pursue meaningful goals and have a suc- senioritis) while cherishing your final year with thought, he encourages the Class of 2019 to “be cessful and fun college career!” your friends! responsible.” Officer Jack Mr. Coe Mr. Coe is a new Officer Jack is Mr. Vasquez industrial arts Mahwah High Señor Vasques teacher at Mah- School’s first is starting his wah High School School Resource first year at with a Technolo- Officer; his office Mahwah as a gy and Engineer- is across from Spanish teacher. ing Education Mr. Pelletier’s in He received degree from The the history wing. his Bachelor’s College of New He is a father of degree in Span- Jersey (TCNJ). three, with two ish and Italian He was previ- children in high Literature from ously an educa- school and one Rutgers Uni- tor at South in the seventh versity and his Brunswick High grade. He is very Masters degree School. Coe is involved with his from Mon- especially fond of family and enjoys spending the weekends with mouth Universi- engineering and the use of 3D printers in CAD them, especially now that he is not working all ty. At his previ- (computer-aided design). Coe also shows an the time. For the past three years, Officer Jack ous school in Monmouth County, the teaching interest in nature based travel on his recent trip taught LEAD at the primary and middle school. style relied more on physical response methods. to Yosemite National Park this past summer. He What he finds most enjoyable about teaching In addition to teaching Spanish at the school, hopes to get involved in stage crew and become and being around kids is talking with them he teaches English on the weekends. Outside of an assistant swim coach this upcoming school about topics that are not necessarily in their cur- working, Señor Vasquez enjoys spending time year. Mahwah High School and its students have riculum (but nonetheless essential in life) and with his lovely daughters. been “very welcoming” to the newcomer and will connecting with them and feeling like a reliable continue to do so. source. We Would Also Like to Welcome: Mrs. Boshart, the World Language and Visual Arts supervisor, as well as Ms. Herrera, a visual arts teacher, as well as all the paraprofessionals in the building: Mr. DeSalvo, Mrs. Giancaspro, Ms. Hall, Mrs. Paolillo. Page 6 September/October 2018 Teacher Flick Picks By Emily Hanson something refreshing. For exam- ato might be better for you. This ring the all-too loved Heath Led- ple, as proposed by Mr. Bouroult (a film, entitled Good Will Hunting, is ger, is 10 Things I Hate About You, a One of the best ways to spend history teacher, obviously), Apoca- a 1997 drama that has a very tal- 1999 rom-com surrounding a teen a chilly, rainy day inside or a night lypse Now is an epic war film re- ented main cast. Starring Matt Da- who creates an elaborate plot at his with friends is by curling up with leased in 1979 which is set during mon as Will Hunting, the plot fol- new in order to date his crush, Bi- blankets, some snacks, and a mov- the Vietnam War. Apocalypse Now lows this character as he examines anca, which involves Bianca’s sister ie, of course. It’s always great to go has a very action-packed plot, with his life with his therapist, played and a “bad boy” classmate. These for your favorite, or a classic, but lots of violence (watch at your own by Robin Williams. If you’re look- films, although not too old, are there are many other films that the risk) and a main character modeled ing to cry, or even just smile, this students at MHS haven’t seen. And, film would be best paired with a who better to ask for such recom- large popcorn and a box of tis- mendations than the teachers? So, sues, too. here are a few movies liked by the Many of the teachers at teachers at Mahwah for the next MHS are pretty young, too, and

Original Goonies...We Think Goonies II is in Production

It’s Not Your Fault the movies they enjoyed grow- ing up are movies that the stu- pretty popular and perfect for a fun after a real historical figure. If you dents love, too. Some honorable night. or your friends are looking for an mentions that are popular but So, next time you get tired If I Say It’s Safe To Surf This Beach, energetic evening, this one would also amazing were provided by Ms. of the films in your collection, it Then It’s Safe To Surf This Beach! be the way to go. Coyle. One of these is The Goonies, a might be a good idea to ask some- If you have any energy left 1985 adventure comedy surround- one for a good rent. Whether it’s a time you want something new. after that one, or if you think the ing a group of rambunctious kids teacher, a parent, or a known mov- To start, exploring different past should stay in the past, an- while they try to find some pirate ie expert, maybe you’ll find a new genres of film is fun when you need other movie suggested by Ms. Am- treasure. The second of these, star- favorite! Death of John McCain

By Michael Schnoll notably and recently voting against the republican efforts to repeal and On August 25th at 7:28 PM, replace Obamacare. Whether you America lost one of its greatest he- agree or disagree with each of his roes, John Sidney McCain, III due votes and stances, he did what to Glioblastoma, an invasive form was best for the good of Arizona of brain cancer, less than one week and the United States. Senator Mc- before his 82nd birthday. At the Cain loved nothing more than his time of his death, McCain served country. He was respected by both as the United States Senator from political parties because of willing- Arizona and Chairman of the pow- ness to work across party lines and erful Senate Armed Services Com- for his passion to serve. His funeral mittee. He was first elected to the was over a week long. He had the US House of Representatives in distinct honor of lying in state in 1982, during the Reagan presiden- the rotundas of both the Arizona cy. McCain ascended to the Sen- and United States Capitols. Ser- ate in the 1986 elections and was vices were held at the Washington most recently re-elected in 2016, National Cathedral, where former garnering almost 54% of the vote. Dramatic Funeral of Senator John McCain rivals Barack Obama and George A republican, he ran for President W. Bush delivered eulogies. And on tor (and eventual winner) Barack tortured and tormented for five in 2000 where he lost in the pri- September 2nd, he was laid to rest Obama. John McCain was born in maries to then Texas Governor and years. McCain earned a Purple at the US Naval Academy Cemetery Coco Solo, Panama Canal Zone, US eventual winner George W. Bush. Heart medal and a Silver Star, just in Annapolis, Maryland. He is sur- territory. A decorated war hero, he He tested his campaign skills and to name a few of his naval awards vived by his 106 year old mother served in the US Navy and was a rhetoric again in 2008, when he for bravery and service to our na- Roberta McCain, and many chil- prisoner of war in Vietnam, hav- was the GOP’s unsuccessful nomi- tion. Senator McCain was never dren and grandchildren. ing been physically and mentally nee against then Illinois Sena- afraid to buck the party line, most September/October 2018 Page 7 The Fight After The Fight By Briana Gill just disgusted and sick over it. God a punch and land it, Conor would the rear naked choke that Conor knows what the commission is go- pop back up again immediately couldn’t handle anymore. It was On the night of October ing to do to Khabib and his guys. after and throw a punch. Khabib over. “The Notorious” was defeated 6th, the city of Las Vegas became Will they even get a visa again to would then come out of nowhere and devastated. The Irishman in- even more chaotic than it already get back in this country? There’s slamming him onto the ground. stantly said he wanted a rematch. was, and I’m not talking about The Russian has different plans in casinos.I’m talking about the brawl mind. The Lightweight champion is that occurred after the Khabib Nur- threatening to leave the UFC if the magomedov vs. Conor McGregor’s company decides to fire his team- fight. You know it’s intense when mates for the scuffle.“If you decide Monday comes around, and they to fire him, you should know that talk about UFC and not the NFL. you’ll lose me too,” Nurmagomedov Once Conor tapped, Khabib start- wrote on Instagram. “We never give ed screaming towards Dillon Dan- up on our brothers in Russia, and I is, Conor’s training partner, threw will go to the end for my Brother. his mouthpiece at him than leaped If you still decide to fire him, don’t over the cage and attacked him. forget to send me my broken con- Shortly after, Khabib’s teammates tract; otherwise, I’ll break it my- jumped the cage and attacked self.” If Khabib decides to stay, he Conor. One of his teammates, Zuy- wants to fight Tony Ferguson and bara Tukhugov, who pounced on has also challenged Floyd May- Conor and exchanged punches, weather. The boxing king, Floyd, who’s upcoming fight this month, has accepted this challenge. Khabib is canceled. This melee was very has also turned down a $15 mil- unexpected. Both sides are sus- lion offer to rematch Conor, simply pended, fined, and in trouble with because he is not interested. Alex the Nevada State Athletic Commis- Nurmagomedov told Sport-Ex- sion. Khabib’s paycheck is being press (via Google Translate). “But UFC Fight Night Ruined by...A Fight? withheld. “The Eagle” is furious. Khabib said no. Let Conor stand He is furious because Conor in- in line, let him fight with others. sulted his family, religion, culture, a lot of repercussions from what Three minutes and four seconds Khabib wants to fight Ferguson, and team and went unpunished by they did tonight, ones I don’t even into the fourth round, Khabib and then finish his career.” As for the UFC. Also, back in April, Conor think they realize yet.” Dana White lands a powerful right hook leav- McGregor, the possible contenders threw a metal sack barrow at a bus couldn’t believe what he saw after ing Conor struggling to get back are Tony Ferguson and a final third in Brooklyn which Khabib and his this main card fight of the year. up quickly and pounces on him. fight with Nate Diaz. Keep your teammates were on. “All hell broke As for how the actual fight went Khabib executes his ground and eyes open. You don’t want to miss loose,” White said during the UFC down, McGregor had some nice pound like usual, and got on top anything, because you never know 229 post-fight show. “I don’t even shots but was mostly dominated by of Conor. Khabib forced McGregor what is going to happen with these know what to say right now. I’m Khabib. When Khabib would throw to tap once Khabib performed two brilliant fighters. NBA Tip-off and Predictions By Tyler Ziman 2018-2019 NBA Awards:

A new season is upon us Most Valuable Player: and for the fifth straight year, LeBron James the finals have already been Rookie of the Year: Wendell Carter Jr. decided. Although the league Coach of the Year: is likely to have the finals host- Luke Walton ed in an arena that is home Sixth Man of the Year: to Stephen Curry or LeBron Dwyane Wade James, there are many things Most Improved Player: to look forward to this season. Trey Burke It may be hard to top the 2017 Draft Class, but this year’s class includes many stars that Eastern Conference: Western Conference: are expected to show off their Boston Golden State talents on the biggest stage. Toronto Houston As you’ve all been waiting Philadelphia Oklahoma City for, here are my predictions Milwaukee Denver for how I think the season will Indiana LA Lakers Washington San Antonio evolve: Miami Utah Detroit Dallas Page 8 September/October 2018 First Car Memories

By Izzy Durso, Fiona Gavin, and Echo. She worked as a lifeguard Riya Moorthy during the summers to pay for car expenses such as gas. Ba- Driving can be a scary feat kelmun and her red Echo had because you never know what a good run until she crashed it may happen on the road, espe- while attempting to make a left cially when you are young and turn. Ever since, she has main- inexperienced. Everyone goes tained her streak of buying and through their first car, whether driving used cars. they inherited it from their par- Mrs. Loesche ents or bought it themselves. Mrs. Loesche’s first car Possession of these vehicles was a grey, two door ‘86 Nissan beckon countless memories, 200xx that she shared with her both enjoyable and haunting. sister. During the winter, both Teachers, and adults in general, drivers made sure to put cinder have gone through their fair blocks in the trunk to heighten share of such experiences and traction. She was fortunate in we here at the Tom-Tom went that her parents strongly be- around the school asking a few Mr. Fuchs’ Secret to Passing the Driver’s Test lieved that school came first, about their very first cars, and so Loesche was not as well their fondest corre- allowed to hold a job. Her sponding memories. parents may have paid for Mr. Fuchs car expenses in high school Mr. Fuchs’s first car but as soon as she entered was a 1971 Chevy King- college, Loesche was on swood Estate Station Wag- her own and held a part- on; it was a large family car, time job. but he saw it as his own. He Ms. Cording took his driving test with Ms. Cording’s first car the car and passed the test was a Chevrolet Suburban without even finishing par- that was passed down to allel parking because his Mrs. Freet/1995 Mazda 626 Ms. Bakelmun/Red Toyota Echo her from her dad. As many instructor was so relaxed. are aware, a Suburban is The first car that Fuchs ever larger than the average car, bought was a used car on a which initially posed a prob- loan from his grandparents, lem for Cording when she which he brought to gradu- got into her first accident. ate school at Rutgers Uni- As she was driving through versity. a bridge, not realizing the Mrs. Freet size of the car, she hit one of Mrs. Freet’s first car was her side mirrors on the side a used Mazda 626 in 1995, of the bridge. Once she got which she bought from her accustomed to its size, Cord- grandmother. Freet had a ing was able to have a plenty very memorable experience of fun times in the car with with her Mazda during her many of her friends. college years, for which she Mr. Nahum had assigned parking spot Mr. Nahum’s first car outside of her dorm. One was a 1996 forest green Toy- year, in the middle of the ota Camry that was given to night, an individual from Mrs. Loesche/Grey two door ‘86 Nissan 200xx him by his parents. Being public safety came and woke the jokester that he is, Na- her up to inform her of an in- hum loved to play pranks on cident. The Jeep Wrangler his friends in the school that was parked next to her parking lot. He would car had burst into flames, steal his friends’ keys dur- consequently burning the ing the day and move the whole left side of her own car to a teacher’s parking Mazda. Naturally, Freet is spot. The arrival of lunch now always wary of park- led his friends to walk out- ing next to Jeep Wranglers. side and fear that their car Ms. Bakelmun had been stolen. The best Upon getting her li- part of the joke was their cense, Ms. Bakelmun ini- school security guard was tially used her dad’s car un- Ms. Cording/Chevrolet Suburban Mr. Nahum/1996 Forest Green Toyota Camry in on it the whole time! til she got a used red Toyota