“A beacon of truth.” Volume 39 Issue 4 DispatchHuntington High School Oakwood and McKay Roads Huntington, NY 11743 Celebrate, Remember, Fight Back

by MIKE STAFFORD When the With the school year wind- will be creating teams with their ing down, there is one event that friends and will stay at Hunting- June 10 Invasion PHOTO:Newsday.com is on almost everyoneʼs mind; ton High School overnight in or- Relay for Life! Relay for Life is der to take a stand against cancer. News In Short a life-changing experience that People fi rst sign-up and par- Comes: enables people across the Earth to ticipate in many fundraisers in or- Relay The News celebrate those who have fought der to raise money for the event. Will You Be cancer, remember those who lost Before the event takes place, Relay For Life is comming their lives to this horrifi c disease, people who would like to become Ready? up soon! On June 9th, partici- and fi ght back against the disease involved with this festival fi rst go by BRAIN J. MCCONNELL pants will gather at Huntington by helping and donating money to the relayforlife.org in order to much money the team wants to High School to walk the track to help fi nd a cure. In this twenty- sign up and create or join a team. raise to donate for the American If you are reading this all night. The week prior, stu- four hour event in June, students, After this, the team that youʼre Cancer Society. The American article while wearing conven- dents at Huntington will have alumni, teachers, and others involved in sets a goal for how Cancer Society sponsors relay tional clothing, reach into your a spirit week wearing differ- for life, does admirable deeds for pocket. If you fi nd any sort of ent clothes from pajamas to people that have any form of can- electronic device, cell phone, purple, The American Cancer cer and helps try to fi nd a cure for iPod, camera, pager, beeper, ra- Societyʼs color. cancer. To help fundraise for this, dio, Walkman, phonograph, etc. members of teams have asked on your person, you may be in Runners and Throwers friends and family members to danger. However, recent develop-

Poised to Take States PHOTO(both): Relayforlife.org help donate money, and some ments are enabling other humans teams have gone as far as to ask like you, to ensure your contin- On June 8th and 9th at Ci- local restaurants and pizzerias to ued survival. cero- North Syracuse High donate some of their money to As the world becomes School the New York State the American Cancer Society. It more technologically advanced, Boys and Girls Track and is commendable to be involved people are not realizing that we Field Championship will take with the fundraising, and as time may be progressing towards place. Many runners, throw- goes by more and more people imminent doom. The source of ers, and jumpers will represent are determined to reach their set our unfortunate fate is the fruits Huntington at the event. Show goals for the main event at Hun- of our millennia-old quest for your support by wishing them Huntington High School shows its power to rally behind a cause omnipotent technology to carry good luck in the hallway. see Relay on page 2 out our lives for us. The chain be- gan with the use of tools by early Congratulations to all the primates. Many thousand years Retirees later, humans were claiming and Art Show Displays Perfection cultivating the entire earth with by VICTOR TELLEZ Congratulations to Mr. Ma- their more advanced tools of sone, Mr. Noce, and Mrs. The art show is an event that most industry and science. However, Lenhart on all their wonder- students underestimate greatly but if vis- the ultimate cause of our impend- ful years at Huntington High ited, most students are very impressed by ing fate is one stormy day in School. Stay tuned for full the quality of the art. The art show occurs Philadelphia in 1750. Benjamin coverage about their years here every year near the end of school. This Franklin, thought fondly of as a and what they plan to do after- is because the art that is found in the art founding father of the U.S.A., ward in the Graduation Issue. show is art that had been created within successfully observed electric- nine months at most. Every piece took a ity on this day, and began the tremendous amount of time and effort. The path of electrical energy that has art show is a unique event where students brought humanity to its present are able to display their artistic talent to state. From here, Thomas Edison people outside their classrooms. Students was able to invent the light bulb, from all over the district are able to display followed by Alexander Graham Our their work at the art show. Since it would Bellʼs telephone, and the comput- be hard to fi t all of the art pieces every ers of the twentieth century. All student does in the art show, only the best of these inventions share a major BIG are selected for the art show. The art varies factor: they all have been formed in many forms of art. For example, water and operate on electricity. This coloring, fashion, photographic, computer dependence on electrical devices, graphics, paintings, and ceramics; the vari- such as computers, is what brings -gest ety of the art show is great and makes the about the destiny of the human art show incredibly enjoyable. Due to the race. The fi nal link of the chain is selection of art pieces, every piece in the the result of thousands of years of Issue art show is guaranteed to be beautiful and human civilization: artifi cial life. very detailed. Mike Stafford visited the art The robots that we have created show and thought the art show showed a will one day soon assume the of the huge amount of talent and was most im- role of the master and rule over pressed by “the amazing ability students the humans that conceived them. have to focus on the smallest details in their Therefore, we must prevent or Year! 16 PAGES ALL SEE INSIDE!! A Collage of Students Work From the Art Show prepare for our struggle against see Art on page 2 see Robots on page 5 INSIDE Entertainment INDEX A Year In Review The Kitchen How to Make News ...... 2 What to Oreo Stuffed Study Room...... 3 Expect A Timeline of Chocolate Summer...... 4 When the all the Major Entertainment...... 5-6 Happenings Chip Cookies OP/E...... 8-9 Robots of the Past and Make All The Dispatch Kitchen...... 10-11 Invade Year Your Friends The Criticʼs Corner...... 12-13 Pg. 5 Pg. 6 Jealous Fashion/Features...... 14 Pg. 10 Sports...... 15-16 The Dispatch 2PageJune 2 12 TheNEWS Dispatch April 2005

Art from Front works.” Something that makes show. The art especially the ones by the amount of progress stu- this art show unique is that the art produced by high school students dents make in their artistic talents Farmiliar Rides pieces are made from students of is incredibly astonishing because through the years. She finds every all ages from kindergarten to 12th of how magnificent it is and how piece to be extremely beautiful grade. It is impressive to see the to most can be considered flaw- and would gladly put any piece art that students from lower grades less. Many students even choose in the school library for display. New Fun produce because it can be surpris- to go to the art show several times The art show is full of different ing how detailed and well done it a day during study halls and lunch art every year and even though it is. To students like Alex Castillo, periods to admire the art at the occurs every year, it never fails to the art show was his opportunity art show even more. Even adults be full of magnificent art. The art by MOLLY PREP to “realize the raw talent in the like students are impressed by the show is one of Huntingtonʼs most district; it was truly awe inspiring, amount of beauty that is found in anticipated event every year and just a remarkable display of art.” the art show. Mrs. Dylan enjoys has now been a traditional event This is the reaction most students seeing the art in the art show ev- that a lot of people attend to see have once they have seen the art ery year and is always impressed the beautiful pieces of art. New Budget: The Changes You Will See by EMAL WAFAJOW PHOTO: Molly Prep Roughly 92 percent of school sacrifices. Potential Advanced ceeding the cap and more budgets Every year students look around was getting a henna tat- boards produced budgets that kept Placement Courses and various being defeated than in any other forward to the big Memorial too. Countless boys and girls of tax increases within the cap, which electives will be cut out of the cur- region of the state. Almost 93 Day Fair at the YMCA. Fun is all ages wondered the fair with limits the total increase in tax dol- riculum. In addition, all Advanced percent of budgets passed, one of always sure to be had by all. The arms or legs extended, waiting lars that can be collected annually Placement and Honors courses the highest percentages since all air is filled with excited screams for these temporary tattoos to by a school district. The Hunting- will have time reduced to one pe- districts in the state began voting and is thick with smoke com- dry. The rides were a big success ton School District was one of riod and will be two periods on on the same day in 1996. Over all, ing from the stands which fry too, as always. While those with many. As of April 16, 2012, there alternating days. Class sizes will districts this year found a way to anything and everything you can a more mild taste stuck to the will going to be some big changes be larger due to the fewer amount stay within the cap. According to imagine. This year wasnʼt any Ferris wheel, many with a pas- underway. The new 2012-2013 of teachers. Less money will be a survey of 403 school districts by different. Despite the predicted sion for the risky hustled toward budget promises to have a signifi- allocated for extracurriculars and the school boards association and threat of thunderstorms and rain, the Gravitron and the Pharaohʼs cant impact for students, faculty, sports athletes. With the coming the New York State Association of the skies remained clear and the Fury. Those with extra money and parents alike. Emily Rogan of the soon-to-be implemented School Business Officials, they rides kept going. Though many to burn strived to win some of will be serving as the President of plan, there will also be a greater will eliminate 4,263 positions, of the fairʼs features remained the prizes that carnies loudly the Schoolʼs Board of Education. emphasis on Computer-Assisted including teachers and non-teach- the same, a big hit this time advertised from their brightly As a perpetually integral member Learning. This was furthered by ers, in the 2012-13 school year. colored booths. The Jamaican of the board, Ms. Rogan aims to state aid and through the BOCES The Huntington School Dis- banana was by far the most have an even more profound role and HEFFY programs. In fact, the trict ranks #2 in Western Suffolk, desired winning, though it was with the proposed budget for next amount is projected to increase by only tied to Northport. State Aid seemingly unattainable. Several year. Voters passed the bill and a whopping 54 percent. Classes generally covers about 30 percent were seen floating around the decided to keep the tax levy be- and teachers will have more op- of budgets in Long Island. How- crowd, held by beaming winners low the original level by 2.21 per- tions to remote devices and tools ever, the proposed state aid for whose nights had been made. cent with a simple majority vote. to track the progress of students. the next year will be lower by 27 Most people found the only The cap varies from district to More work will be done on the percent. Due to this, less money downside of this seasonʼs fair to district but averaged 2.3 percent computers, and will have a visual will be available to fund projects be the long lines, which seemed statewide. The election results focus. in district buildings. More money to be endless. Still, being with reflected extremely tight budgets As for the faculty and staff, will be expended in the current friends, eating zeppoles, and and the degree to which most there will be a slightly lower capital reserve, and the tax rate seeing the ridesʼ lights illuminat- districts cut staff and dipped into budget for curriculum develop- will be increasing by 2.89 per- ing the foggy darkness all made reserve funds rather than exceed ment. The teaching budget will cent. Furthermore. spending in the night worth it. the cap, which was enacted last go up only marginally, and the Health Services and Insurance PHOTO:Molly Prep year in response to complaints Guidance budget will go down will be cut. Despite less state aid, about soaring tax bills. The of- slightly. The LI educational costs the revenue has steadily increased AP Tests Blackberrys ficials cautioned that it would are essentially below the state since last year. As a whole, there grow progressively more difficult median, and salaries of faculty will be a 2.59 percent increase for districts to stay under the cap and staff members will not be in allowed spending. Indeed, the without more substantial cuts to affected. Long Island schools, 2012-2013 budget battle will educational programs. particularly in Suffolk County, prove to be ever more contentious For students, keeping within diverged slightly from the over- in the coming year. Bleh :( the tax cap requires inevitable all trend, with more districts ex- Pole Dancing in the Olympics Relay from Front tington High School. luminaria festival as well at sunset, ceremony, in which participants On June 9th and 10th, Hun- in which everyone comes together make a personal commitment to tington High School will be host- save lives and fight against cancer. Miami Heat MLS Soccer ing its first Relay for Life, which This commitment can be as simple will be an unforgettable and re- as living a healthier life style or markable experience for all of talking to people about cancer, as those who attend. The event will (As People) walk long as a person does something start with a survivors lap, or an in- “ that will aid the fight. spirational lap that will be walked the track, they know they As Huntington High School is Meh :/ by all of those who have battled getting prepared to host Relay for Competitive Yoga cancer to celebrate the many vic- are a part of something Life, the students here should as The College Search for Juniors tories people have achieved with well. People should join or create the many forms of this disease. bigger themselves. teams, and fundraise to help this Then, throughout the festival a noble cause. During the event, Family Memorial Day Barbeques person from every team constantly people will feel accomplished as will be walking around the track they walk the track, they know at every second, symbolizing that they are a part of something big- cancer never sleeps. Throughout ger themselves. The more money the night there will be many fun ” Huntington can raise for the Amer- activities and performances that for a ceremony to remember peo- ican Cancer Society, the sooner Yeah :) The Beach will drive the participants to stay ple whom lost their lives to can- we will find a cure for this vicious Pole Dancing in the Olympics motivated. There will be a chilling cer. Finally, there is a fight-back disease. NBA and NHL Playoffs Facebookʼs Stock The Dispatch April 2005 The TheStudy Dispatch Room June12Page3 3 A Remedy For All Your AP Failures by EMAL WAFAJOW Ah, spring! The sun is shin- In light of my past exam failure, tined for greatness. But, we donʼt hours is exactly what your brain However, make sure that you ing, the birds are singing... and I present to you this cure for de- really care. Try to stay away from needs to unwind. donʼt accidentally fi nd yourself youʼre confi ned within a stuffy toxifying the mind of post-exam people like that if you can. They 4. Watch something that paying upwards of $300 for lost classroom until 2 PM every day. depression: will just lower your self-esteem will restore your humor and faith and damaged school books. That Weʼve all been there: you spend 1. Take solace in the fact and create un-needed stress. Just in humanity. Whatever it is for would just make you more de- days pouring over your books, that others failed alongside you. think, while they may have ac- you, it should cheer you up and pressed..... painstakingly taking notes, re- These are your comrades, your colades and achievements in make you see the light. Life will 7. Wake up and study for viewing fl ash card after fl ash fellow colleagues who all tanked academics, chances are they are go on. your next exam. Or not. After card. And yet, when you leave it togethertogether.. Cherish them. It feels socially inept. 5. Sleep. Hopefully your all, the recovery process is so the exam room, you already much more enjoyable. know that none of your prepara- 8. You Only Live Once: I tion mattered. Maybe the ques- hate the term because it is way tions were about obscure details. over used. But, it does make a Maybe the draconian College valid argument. Board just wanted to torture you 9. Take it out on others. for their personal amusement. You might feel as though the Maybe the word was on the tip of world has wronged you in some your tongue, but you just couldnʼt way. Revel in your thirst for ven- fi nd it. Or maybe you spent too PHOTO: Collegeboard.com geance by making the lives of much time on Facebook and par- your teachers and faculty mem- tying with your friends instead of bers a living hell. Call up College studying like a good little boy or better knowing that weʼre all in 3. Watch something that jaw has un-clenched enough by Board, and pretend to show them girl. At the end of the day, three this together. Share your suf- will require little to no brain now that you can further the re- whose boss. facts remain: 1) You bombed it. fering. Remember, you are not activity. Put that television to laxation process with a few hours 10. If all else fails. Seek pro- 2) You feel like poop. 3) You nev- alone. good use with the one benefi t of peaceful slumber. fessional help through Guidance er want to see another textbook 2. Avoid those obnoxious it has to offer in a case such as 6. Burn and destroy all and College Counselors. Call again. Congratulations! You may few who brag about how easy this. Turning your brain to mush. remnants of your dark past. Lin- (631) - 673- 2011 for assistance. be diagnosed with Post-Exam the exam was. Yes, we know Ignorance is bliss after all. I rec- gering on things isnʼt good. It is Shock therapy may also prove Depression Syndrome (P.E.D.S). they are probably going to some ommend any comedy show or best to just get all those papers quite useful as a last resort.... But worry not, the doctor is in! fancy pants college and are des- movie. Not thinking for a couple torched in the den fi replace. End of The Year Testing Test Taking Tips by JOSH MORRIS At this time of year, the stu- 5) Donʼt try to multitask while dents of Huntington High School al- studying- although listening to music by DONOVAN RICHARDSON ways seem to fi nd themselves being can be great, Jay Z probably doesnʼt As the end of the school last piece of content learned, amination Guide and others, which told what to do in order to prepare know that much about AP Biology. year is near, all there is left to essentially giving students a on top of being extra diffi cult, for that big end of the year exam. The 6) Donʼt underestimate the se- do is to take Regents exams and second chance to do well on are taken a full month before Dispatch has taken the liberty of spic- verity of a fi nal exam- a fi fth quarter is fi nals. Since May, there have Regents and avoid failure. fi nals and Regents, due to the ing things up for the student body and a lot! Do some calculations; itʼs pos- been Regents Review sessions For junior Katie Healy, fact that in other parts of the instead, letting all of you know what sible a fi nal exam could make or break for many subjects to help stu- the most diffi cult Regents was country, school ends at the end not to do before taking a fi nal you. dents prepare. Unfortunately, not the Global History exam, of May. “Iʼve been saving all exam. If you closely 7) DonʼtDonʼt go into sum- it is necessary for everyone to but the Chemistry one, saying my old notes,” says Healy. She follow the material mer mode too early- once nice prepare for the examinations. that “everything blends to- has also used review books to spelled out on this weather comes it can be easy AP students however, are pre- gether, itʼs really confusing.” help her. During May, count- list, you are sure to forgetforget school exists, but pared for much more rigorous But she goes on to say that she less students have been seen to succeed leaps remember there are 10 testing than the state requires, “has never failed a Regents” carrying thick, shiny new and bounds ahead weeks of sum- and therefore are very suc- though many in New York SAT and AP review books. of your peers who mer! No need to cessful in Regents examina- Sate have. In eleventh grade, Although she went to Mr. donʼt. get to them too tions. There are fi ve regents it is common for students take Donovanʼs AP review sessions earlyearly.. examinations that everyone their last Regents. The last for World History, she did not 1) Do n ʼ t 8) must pass with get to go to any oth- stay up late the DonʼtDonʼt have a score of 65 or ers. The AP reviews night before. your regular above to graduate If people cannot learn to accept also lasted only two YouYou will just morning cof- high school: a sci- others, they will never learn how to weeks, the last one be- fall asleep fee the day ence, a math, an “cope with society in the future. ing two days before during the of the test- english, usually the AP test, leaving exam to- althoughalthough taken in eleventh not much time to pre- morrow y o u grade, and two social stud- Regents in Math, Social Stud- ”pare. Still teachers are doing 2) might ies, usually taken in tenth ies, and English are taken in their best to help their students Do n ʼ t think and eleventh grade. One of 11th grade, and an optional get the highest grades possible count on PHOTO: Studyisland.com it will the most notorious Regents Regents course, usually Phys- on end-of -year examinations. your parents to wake you up, having a coffee be- examinations is the Global ics can be taken in 12th grade. There have been exhaus- wake you up- take some responsibil- fore a test will just make you jittery History Regents, which is a However, on the Honors or tive Global History Regents ity. Set an alarm and fi gure out how and have to use you the bathroom. You test on material learned in 9th Accelerated track, Physics can review sessions attended much sleep you need and how long it are better off just having a well bal- and 10th grades and asks very be taken in 11th grade and Al- mostly by 10th graders held will take you to prepare a nice break- anced breakfast to start off your morn- specifi c questions about topics gebra 2/Trigonometry can be after school since May, the last fast ing. teachers may not have enough taken in 10th grade.The Ju- one being on June 12. These 3) Donʼt cram- if you didnʼt 9) Donʼt lose control- stay fo- time to cover in-depth. This niors who have taken Honors reviews are seminar-style and know it the night before the exam, you cused throughout the course of the Regents also has an essay at or AP courses will worry more each student gets a packet with wonʼt know it the day of the exam. exam and if you donʼt know a ques- the end, which recently has about AP examinations and fi - practice questions and other 4) Donʼt give your proctor a tion, move on to the next one. been devoted to world events nals than Regents. Katie Healy information. The fi rst one on hard time- just because you said you 10) Donʼt stress- Your teachers after WWII and outside of the will be taking only the Physics May 9, for example, was on werenʼt talking, doesnʼt mean you have fully prepared you for whatʼs Cold War, some of which are and US History Regents this the fi rst four chapters of Pren- werenʼt talking. Is getting a zero really ahead and you have the ability to get a obscure and crammed into year, having taken the Algebra tice Hallʼs World History: Con- worth it? great grade. the curriculum during the last 2/Trigonometry and English nections to Today, which dealt weeks of school. In Hunting- Regents last year. However, with the river valley civiliza- ton High School last year, 70 being in Honors Physics and tions of Egypt, Mesopotamia, percent of students passed this AP US History, these Regents India, and China. The review exam with a grade of 65 or will not be a problem for her. sessions then went in order, higher, leaving nearly a third What may have been a prob- right until the last day before of all high school students to lem, though is the APUSH the Global History Regents. fail. To combat this, Regents exam, which was on May 11th. The 70% passing rate for this review sessions for most sub- Surely almost everyone in the Regents was up one percent jects have been held by many high school has experienced, from last year; perhaps even teachers, on content ranging heard of, or been affected by a one percent passing increase from the fi rst topics to the the panic surrounding this ex- this year will be a success. The Dispatch 4PageJune 4 12 hTheSummer Dispatch h April 2005

Young Leaders Do Good In the Community by Removing Trash From Local Beaches

by TODD COLVIN

The Huntington Young Lead- This summer, the Young Lead- Mr. Thorbourneʼs goal of making ers had a successful beach cleanup ers are keeping busy. Many of them charitable work enjoyable. Mr. this Motherʼs Day Weekend at got jobs for the Town of Huntington Thorbourne said that the main Crab Meadow Beach in Northport. camps through the program.Despite purpose of the Young Leaders was Freshmen, sophomores, juniors, the odds being against them with to get high school students to meet and seniors from Huntington, Har- 1800 applications for 600 positions, new people from other schools, borfi elds, Half Hollow Hills, Walt the group had a remarkably high as well as people from the same Whitman, and Wyandanch spent percentage of accepted applications; school that they otherwise would three and a half hours combing the mostly thanks to Mr. Thorbourneʼs not have met. The Young Leaders beach for trash and litter. Some esteemed reputation in the commu- are also unique in that it gives ev- students also planted boxes full of nity. The annual free fair at Manor eryone a chance to be involved, as fl owers. After the beach was clean Field will give 500 free lunch boxes opposed to the exclusivity of the and the fl owers were planted, the to underprivileged children. Yet, honor societies or other organiza- leaders played an intense game of another opportunity takes place tions. The Young Leaders are an beach volleyball. A clumsier game in Harlem, where lacrosse players example of inclusion, charity, and of volleyball has probably never from all of the different schools will good values in a community. been played, but at least the group teach prospective players there the had a good time. fi ner points of the game. On May 19th, the Young Lead- As a group, the Young Lead- ers had a golf tournament at Station ers are important for Huntington Sports in Huntington Station. The as a community and as a school. It Young Leaders had a fun and safe demonstrates that Huntington stu- outing in the newly made mini golf dents arenʼt content with just coast- course. Brad Dwyer ended up win- ing through their brief high school ning the tournament with a 41, but careers, they want to make a differ- Coach Kevin Thorbourne had the ence in the world. As a school, Hun- best score of the day, hitting a solid tington understands its obligation to 40. Honorable mention to Nolan make the community, and on a larg- Johnston, who missed a 3 foot-put er scale, the world, a better place. at the 18th hole to just miss tying for These charitable endeavors bring the top spot. Bradʼs prize was a gas us closer together as a school and card, any teenagerʼs dream that has as a community. This is a reminder depressingly watched the needle on that charity doesnʼt always have to the gas meter barely inch up when be painful. The whole group was they put $20 worth in the tank. In all smiles through the cleanup and all, proceeds from the tournament enjoyed the game of volleyball af- Bottom: The Young Leaders gathered for a group shot, Top: Some Young Leaders having fun playing volleyball on reached over $1,000. terwards. All of the outings refl ect the beach Letʼs Go To The Beach, Letʼs Go Get Away

by ANNABEL SMITH School is coming to a close, Southdown area of Huntington. Northport. Donʼt you ever just want to slide In addition to the sum- believe it or not, and that means There are bathrooms and a play- If youʼre looking for a your toes into a soft pile of sand mer fun at Robert Moses, there that summer is on its way. Itʼs ground, like at West Neck, but the quick trip to the beach for a few after a long day? Well, then south is also Jones Beach, which is just easy to see with short shorts com- sand is generally smoother, soft- hours, Huntington beaches are facing beaches are the place for a little farther from Huntington ing out and tans spreading around, er and the you to be! than Robert Moses. Jones Beach but itʼs hard to believe that the area is less Robert Mo- is a very attractive destination be- 2011/2012 school year is com- windy. Also, ses seems to cause of its many concerts. Com- ing to an end already! As summer the beach be the fan fa- ing up this summer, Jones Beach comes closer itʼs time to get those has a couple vorite here in is featuring Brad Paisley with the beach bodyʼs ready and start buy- of picnic Huntington, Band Perry and Easton Corbin, ing some new swimsuits. tables, so probably be- Neil Diamond, Dave Matthews Heading to the beach for you can say cause of the Band, Ringo Starr and His All the day is one of the most com- g o o d b y e hot sun, nice Starr Band, The Beach Boys, Ste- mon recreational activities of the to sand in sand, and big vie Nicks, and several more. The summer, so what beaches do you your food! waves. Are small amphitheater has housed go to? First, there are the Town A n o t h e r you wonder- many concerts and is perfect for a

of Huntington beaches. To avoid north fac- PHOTO:Molly Prep ing what else serene day at the beach along with paying a beach fee, beach stickers ing beach in really makes some of your favorite music. are available to put on your car for Huntington Robert Mo- In the end, you canʼt re- only around $25 that gives you Bay is Cres- ses so much ally go wrong with any of these unlimited access for the summer. cent Beach, more favor- beaches. Huntington beaches are Thereʼs West Neck Beach, which which is able than the convenient because they are so is located in Lloyd Harbor next to very similar alternatives? close, along with the fact that the Lloyd Harbor Beach Club and to Gold Star. It could be beach stickers are available for faces west, as you can tell by the A l t h o u g h The Rock Lined Caumsett State Park any number of the whole summer. If youʼre will- name. Overall, the beach is a bit it may be a bit rockier than Gold perfect for you. However, for an things, like the concession stand ing to travel a few extra minutes, rocky and very windy, but has a Star, it is a pleasant, cozy beach extended beach day, you might that sells summer favorites like Jones Beach and Robert Moses spectacular view and a nice, small with a small playground and bath- want to consider some alterna- burgers and fries, or it could be have their own good qualities. Ei- playground for little kids. There rooms. Other Huntington beaches tives. South facing beaches, such the boardwalk pathway leading ther way, the Long Island beach are also bathrooms, which are include Fleets Cove, located as Robert Moses or Jones Beach down to the lighthouse. Whatever scene is sure to be very happening always benefi cial on any beach. in Centerport, and the beaches have several benefi ts that the it is, Robert Moses has proved it- for the students here at Hunting- Now there is Gold Star Beach, a Ashroken, Hobart, and Crab- Huntington beaches do not have. self to be a go-to place for many ton High School. north facing beach, located in the meadow which are all located in For one, the sand is incredible. beach go-ers this summer. The Dispatch April 2005 EntertainmentThe Dispatch June12Page5 5 When the Invasion Comes, Will WORD You Be Ready? ON THE STREET What something youʼve always wanted to do during the summer?

“To Soak Andrew Mollitor with a power washer.”

Dan Tuohey and Brent Filippini Juniors

Iʼve Always wanted to drive across the country and see all the National Parks”

PHOTO: Jessica Baik Robots from Front Mr. Masone

our own contraptions. man race. they only register the heat of equally effective method The most important matter When attacked their opponents. In this case, is diplomacy. Shrewd when dealing with robots by robots, the use of a plan the use of fire is encouraged. negotiations have proven is to understand that they is most effective, as the Lighting anything from to be longer lived than possess more knowledge coordination of human effort torches to books to alcohol simple knuckle sandwiches, “To travel the than humans, and must is a healthy challenge to the bottles on fire is an effective although trickier, as well world with all my not be underestimated. genius of robots. If an at- method for deterring robots. as have fewer detrimental friends” However, the major flaw tack arises, smart tactics are A third way to confuse the results. The ultimate goal in robotics is that robots centered around confusing robots is through intimida- of fighting against a robot lack the human aspects of the robots. A simple method tion. By spontaneously attack is to not be defeated Stephiane Rafuse - Junior life, such as emotion and is to display optical illusions acting as if the robots do entirely, so that humans may instinct. Therefore, robots or exclaim paradoxes, as not have the ability to kill, eventually be reinstated as “Iʼve always will likely mount ingenious their logical brains will be torture, enslave, and ruin the masters. wanted to swim attacks on humans, but will unable to comprehend these you, they may believe this is If you are one of in the Actic be unable to do anything maneuvers. However, since so. Another way of battling the people who have become Ocean and Iʼd outside what they have been the robots are smart enough robots is well known as the dependent on technology, assume the taught. An oncoming robot to adapt, they may prevent “Old-fashioned Way.” This you may want to rethink summer would attack is often given away their sight of these de- strategy entails sitting down your lifestyle. Even though be the best time by everything miraculously vices. A second method is to to tea with the robots and your technology may ap- to do so” coinciding together, to make constantly change oneʼs ap- discussing the issues of the pear to assist you presently, everything appear normal. pearance, such as by trading time with the robots in a someday you may not think Ari Moskowitz - Junior This makes determining an clothes with nearby humans civilized manner. The final the same, as a robot orders PHOTOS: Ari Moskowitz attack a tricky task for most or by dumping a can of paint and most effective means you to do its bidding. Thus, The opinions expressed do not necessarily re- inattentive people. Someone on oneself at irregular inter- of defeating a robot offen- we must prepare for the flect the opinions of The Dispatchʼs staff, nor the who plans to survive the vals of time. This may lead sive is to engage the assault coming danger, and continue HUFSD School Board or any affiliated. robot uprising will likely robots to acquiring faulty directly. Although violence the human dominance of our want to gain the assistance image recognition, unless is preferred by many, an lands. of an attentive person, who will be mandated to watch for events that lack suspi- cion. Another valuable asset to a team of robot resistors is some sort of animal, such as a dog or a cat. Since these other animals did not create robots, robots do not possess the drive to control the animals. As communica- tion is an important aspect of any team, teaching this animal to talk may come in handy, such as Scooby Doo or Garfield. The final feature of a successful squad is the advantage robots have over us: numbers. Whether you like someone or not, you will want them at your side against the robots, either by using them for protection or by working in more of a mutual partnership. Incor- porating as many people as possible onto your team is key in ensuring the survival of at least some of the hu- The Dispatch World Review 6PageJune 6 12 The Dispatch April 2005 A..... by EMILY MCGOLDRIK

Year In Review

November 8, 2011: Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi resigns due February 29, 2012: to involvement in sex scan- After the European Union dals and the worsening Euro- passes a ban on purchasing pean debt crisis Iranian oil, Iran announces it May 9, 2012: September 2011: will accept payments in gold United states Protestors camp out in December 17, 2011: President, Barack June, 2012 Zuccotti Park in New York North Korean leader March 25, 2012: Obama becomes the Huntington High City to make a stand against Kim Jong Il dies of natural The Hunger Games has first president to pub- Schoolʼs Newspaper, The income inequality, sparking causes, thus handing his po- the third- highest grossing licly support same- Dispatch, publishes its the “Occupy Wall Street” sition down to his son Kim opening weekend for a film sex marriage first 16 page issue since April Movement Jong Un in box office history of 2005

September 7, 2011: December 15, April 12, 2012: Adeleʼs Someone Like 2011: A United Nations backed You hits #1 on the Billboard The United January 25, 2012: ceasefire is issued in Syria Hot 100, the second song off States military of- Rep. Gabrielle Giffords of her album 21 to achieve ficially ends its resigns from Congress after a this honor war in Iraq, with- year of recovery from being drawing its last shot by a gunman 4,000 troops May 18, 2012: Popular social network- ing website Facebook goes March 7, 2012: public, allowing clients to in- Jersey Shore star Nicole vest in its stocks “Snooki” Polizzi announces that she is pregnant PHOTOS from Top left: CNN.com, CNN.com, Flags.com, Z100.com, USNews.com, People.com, People. com, Faceboo.com, Flags.com Movies.com The Dispatch April 2005 The Dispatch June12Page7 7 The Dispatch 8PageJune 8 12 TheEditorial Dispatch April 2005 Dispatch Can iCall? 2011-2012 Staff Shouldn’t You be Able to Call Your Mom Editors-in-Chief Ari Moskowitz Molly Prep From School?

Contributing Staff You are in fi rst period class dozing why arenʼt phones allowed in the hall- calls when they need to during pass- News Editor Entertainment Editor off and then it hits you, you left your ways? There are many circumstances in ing periods. Now this could cause more Emal Wafajow Emily McGoldrick seventh period project at home and itʼs which you could need your phone and students to be late to class, but if the due today. Now, your mom doesnʼt go going down to the offi ce to make a call new cell phone policy is coupled with a Features Editor Copy Editor to work until nine and she could drop it just isnʼt practical. stricter lateness policy, students would Laura Zenzerovich Jeffrey Sun off at the front desk on her way to work, We live in a day where most kids be forced to worry about getting to class but your student guide book says that have cell phones, and, from a students before they worry about texting. Letting “Phones cannot be used from 7:25 AM perspective, administrators do not un- students text in the hallway would also Jessica Baik, Charles Beers, Todd Colvin, Aron to 2:25 PM.” derstand that cell phones can be used deter them from using their phones in Coraor, Rosey Grunblatt, Jose Hernadez, Natalie This puts you in a predicament be- for good and not just evil. There are class because they know that they can Lanzisero, David Levin, Justin LoScalzo, Brian J. cause if you donʼt turn your project in two easy ways in which the school can freely text once class is over. McConnell, Josh Morris, Asar Nadi, Mattew Pet- you will lose points, but if you Two: the school could set up ryk, Donovan Richardson, Annabel Smith, Mike call your mom, your phone could safe zones, such as the cafeteria, li- Stafford, Victor Tellez, Bridget Walsh get taken away. This situation We live in a day where brary, college offi ce, and study hall is less extreme than one would most kids have cell phones, and rooms where students could access think. Many students face this “ their phones without repercussions. problem on a daily basis, but they contrary to the beliefs of the ad- This would be a similar deterrent Advisors usually solve it by going to the ministration, cell phones to not using phones during class as Mr. James A. Graber and Mrs. Aimee Antorino bathroom and texting their mom option one. Obviously, stricter rules or even texting their mom during can be used for good. would have to be put in place to en- class. These actions are techni- sure students are not just skipping The Dispatch is Huntington High Schoolʼs offi cial cally against the rules, but rarely ” class to go to the safe zones, but the student publication. Written for over 1200 students are these rules strickly enforced. option is still very reasonable. attending HHS, The Dispatch is distributed to all stu- The question is not what to Both these options could have dents, staff and school community members at the do, the question is why is the rule there control and limit the use of cell phones horrible short term consequences such school free of charge. to limit you? Obviously, the school board during school hours without losing total as, an uncontrolled amount of cell phone would like to stop students from taking control over their use. use in school, but once the system gains The Editorial Board is the newspaperʼs decision-mak- out their phones and playing games or One: They could allow the use of control and respect it will become more ing body, organizing and directing its operation. The texting their friends or taking pictures cell phones in, and only in, the hallways. routine for the students, and the policy Dispatch staff has adopted the following editorial pol- of teachers or tweeting during class, but This would allow students to make their will defi nitely produce positive results. icy to express the rights, responsibilities and philoso- phy of the newspaper for the 2011-2012 school year.

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Contact Mr. Graber, Ms. Antorino, or one of E-mail [email protected] Dispatch’s editors if you wish to place an ad in the paper. The Dispatch April 2005 OpinionThe Dispatch June12Page9 9 Another Dress Code Lament downstairs to get me in trouble he yelled not at all acceptable for an adult man to Rules Not Everyone is Fond of at many other people, girls only, and be given the job to tell young girls what by ROSEY GRUNBLATT then left me with someone else because they should or shouldnʼt wear. They have chased, and frequently the only type of he “really wanted to get back upstairs to a reason for the policy though; apparent- apparel sold at the brand name stores. One of our schoolʼs current policies that catch more people.” He said this as he ly wearing shorts (even if itʼs 90 degrees Due to many complaints about the sex- has plagued the students and faculty was jogging away to do so. The worst of out) is distracting. However, when put- ism of the policy, our dress code has since its inception is the dress code. The the whole ting this rule into action students are fre- expanded rules originally forcibly forbade only one debacle quently put into a small room filled with to include thing: the length of girlsʼ shorts. Clothes was when other “delinquents” and forced to wait sagging Apparently wearing shorts (even if that had previously been considered per- I arrived at until someone deals with them. Students jeans, tank fectly acceptable were suddenly deemed the office often miss core classes while waiting tops, and itʼs 90 degrees out) is distracting. against school rules and earned you “ he put me there, so the solution to the problem has whatever punishments that used to only be given in, I asked caused more of an issue than what it is the author- to people that actually did something what rule I meant to prevent. Apparently they wish ity figures deem inappropriate. That last wrong. Now these disciplinary actions had broken and” the school official had us to wear pants in hot weather and sim- thing I mentioned may sound slightly are being taken against students wearing absolutely no answer for me. What I was ply not feel discomfort; for somewhere harsh but I myself was shown the truth nothing other than what they had worn wearing was perfectly acceptable yet I in that classroom, someone may have of this when pulled from the hallway before, the things theyʼd already pur- was still punished. In my opinion, it is just-lord forbid - seen your legs... by a security guard. When taking me How To Choose The Laptop That is Right For You

by DAVID LEVIN AND ARI MOSKOWITZ

Some students receive a laptop computer as a But, an important alternative to consider would be Net- Mac games. Now for all the non-gamers out there the PC graduation present, other students may buy it themselves, books. These computers, which are cheaper than most is still a great procrastination tool because it has better yet both groups are faced with the same problem: what laptops have become popular in recent years; they are media viewing features. type of laptop should they buy? One option is a Macbook usually slightly smaller than laptops, and run slightly One of the most important things to consider Pro; it sells for $1199 (which adds up to a little under slower, but usually cost a lot less than a traditional lap- when buying a computer is protection; Will my com- $1300 with tax), and has many useful features already in- top. They also usually have less storage space, but this puter get a virus? The long assumed answer is that Macʼs stalled on the laptop. There are two models with 13 inch issue is frequently solved by storing files online using donʼt get viruses and PCʼs do, but this is untrue. Because screens, one with a slightly faster processor and bigger services like Google Documents and Dropbox. If youʼre Macʼs have become so popular hackers are beginning to hard drive that costs $1499. Both have the same amount a graduating senior, most colleges have wifi available to create viruses that target Macʼs. These viruses were never of RAM, which helps a computer run faster, and the the students, so you can go the online storage route to profitable until Macʼs began taking over the computer RAM of either can be upgraded for an additional cost. save money over expanding the storage space on your industry. Now while both computers can get viruses, One of the main complaints about Macs is com- netbook. Another noteworthy money-saver is the external PCʼs anti-virus software is much more established and patibility; many programs that can run on Windows com- hard drive. These are very useful if you need to work on complex because PCʼs have been getting viruses for puters canʼt run on laptops. Luckily, buying a program files when you donʼt have internet access, for example, longer than Macʼs have. In this category, PCʼs have the called Bootcamp will allow Windows to be installed so a if youʼre going on a trip with a group of your friends but slight edge. user can run both operating systems, avoiding the prob- still need to finish up a paper due in two days. In the end, the decision is yours. You can go lem entirely. In fact, this can be an advantage to buying a The PC also has many advantages beside being easily with the sleek, modern looking Mac, the Business formal Macbook: there isnʼt any software at all that allows you compatible. Chances are that while youʼre sitting in your PC, or the cute little netbook. Which ever you choose, to run Macʼs operating system on a PC. Macbooks are college dorm doing homework, you will get side tracked youʼll be happy. And if it breaks, most schools have an also more durable than certain PCʼs, so you can be less and start playing a game. PCʼs are better gaming devices on campus IT guy that can fix it. So donʼt worry and afraid of dropping one than if you got a PC. than Macʼs. There are more PC games than there are good luck.

PHOTO: Jessica Baik The Dispatch 10Page 10June12 The DispatchFood April 2005 Huntingtonʼs

by MOLLY PREP AND ARI MOSKOWITZ Tour-de-Breakfast Ever get those early morning if youʼre pressed for time. After nuts, an excellent place for break- frequented Starbucks. As we stood least. There is a complementary (or late afternoon for some of us) being seated, twenty or so min- fast if youʼre looking for some in the line of Huntington students, pickle with every meal, which is grumbles in your stomach? When utes later, we perused the many place quick and inexpensive. Go- Cold Spring Harbor students, and always a plus. Overall, its impres- you want your breakfast, the most options and specials Mundayʼs ing to Dunkin Donuts allows for others, we debated what to buy. sive service and myriad of choices important meal of the day, you has to offer. Just about anything either a sit down breakfast, or one As drinks go, there were many landed it a 4 out of 5. want it done right! Sometimes, can be made to order, as long as on the go. As it is a chain, Dunkin options: the classic coffee, the Lastly, was Wild Flour. Dis- however, the contents of your cup- youʼre nice about it. The prices Donuts can be found in many espresso, the venti, iced, mocha- appointingly, Wild Flour does not board or fridge may not have what are fairly reasonable on the main places throughout Huntington and chino, latte with skim milk and open before school, but it can still you crave most. Those of us resid- menu, but the specials are some- Huntington Station, making a bite caramel. Literally anything. But be a nice brunch on a weekend. No ing in Huntington should consider what more expensive. Shortly af- before school a bit easier. The wait as food goes, we both felt like our matter what time you go to Wild ourselves quite lucky to have such ter, a kind and eager waitress took is often short as well. Dunkin Do- options were pretty limited. So Flour there seems to be some- a large and varied selection within our orders. Considering Starbucks gets a 2 out of one from school there working. Huntington Village for our break- the jam-packed-state of 5 on the breakfast scale Wild Flour features an assortment fast needs. We recently decided to the restaurant, our or- (Golden Dolphinʼs) intimidating (but a 5 out of 5 on the of gluten-free breads, muffi ns, see what many of the townʼs popu- ders were brought to us menu full of advertisements, food, coffee scale). cupcakes, quiches, and cookies. lar breakfast eateries had to offer. quickly, within fi ve to ten“ and pictures is extensive to say Turning the cor- Though all aspects of their menu We fi rst went to Mundayʼs, minutes, piping hot and ner and walking a few are delicious, their claim to fame is located on 259 Main Street. Upon looking deliciously fresh. the least. blocks, we could see the in their unusual muffi n collection. entering the restaurant, we were we were surprised to fi nd slightly hidden Golden From chocolate, strawberry to greeted with cheerful décor, giving how large the portion siz- ” Dolphin (we didnʼt see peach to vegan blueberry crumb, the environment a festive feel. We es were, which could be a contrib- nutsʼ food isnʼt really the “typical” eat at all these places on the same all are great options. On the down soon realized, however, that we uting factor to the slightly higher way to start your day, but it isnʼt day, donʼt worry). Golden Dol- side, the food is very expensive, werenʼt the only ones who consid- prices. We rate the food as a 3.5 half bad. Like many other fast food phin is similar to Mundayʼs, but but we both agreed it as worth it. ered Mundayʼs popular; there was out of 5. Mundayʼs is a good place chains, healthy (healthier) alterna- it features a more original selec- All things considered, it received a a wait for the fully packed diner. to go with friends or family for tives are also available. 3 out of 5 tion of food. The an intimidating 4.5 out of 5 on the breakfast scale, We advise calling ahead to make breakfast. mainly because of their donuts. menu full of advertisements, food, making it the Huntington break- a reservation or to check the wait Our next stop was Dunkin Do- Next, we went to the much and pictures is extensive to say the fast champion.

MUNDAYʼS DUNKIN DONUTS STARBUCKS THE GOLDEN DOLPHIN WILD FLOUR

As Local as Cool Places in Town Local Food Gets Where to Go and What to Do by JUSTIN LOSCALZO Everyone knows that is picked fresh on a daily nutritious they are. Becom- of committing to diets such basis does not require the ad- ing a locavore goes beyond by ANNABEL SMITH as vegetarian and vegan, but dition of unhealthy preserva- just fruits and vegetables. A Huntington Village and fries meal or a deli- place to go to fi nd anything what about becoming a loca- tives, so that it will last longer. trict Locavoresʼ diet includes has always been a fun and cious California roll and basic. Anything you need is vore? First off, what is a lo- Local fruits and vegetables local meats and fi sh. Again, happening place to grab virtually any other food most likely available in the cavore? No, it does not mean are not only fresher, but also who wouldnʼt want to buy the a bite or do some shop- you can think of! myriad of stores present in buying food at local grocery riper. Since local producers freshest and best tasting meats ping. So, what are some of Of course, we Huntington Village. stores such as King Kullen do not need to account for and fi sh; they have no added Huntingtonʼs best spots to cannot forget the many Then thereʼs al- and Waldbaums. A locavore is shipping time, during which preservatives? visit? With a vast variety of shops in Huntington Vil- ways entertainment; last

someone who is com- PHOTO:buylocalpa.org A n o t h e r restaurants, shops, and en- lage. There is everything but certainly not least. Itʼs mitted to eating food positive to becoming tertainment, thereʼs no way ranging from a Birken- hard to miss the extensive that is grown or pro- a locavore is that buy- that you can run out of lines and gargantuan duced within his or her ing local helps sup- places to go. groups of bustling local community. Usu- port local small busi- F i r s t l y , people outside the Par- ally one becomes a lo- ness owners. Think whether youʼre amount Theater, which cavore by eating foods about the farm stand looking for burg- seems to be one of grown within a 100- that used to be on ers, Chinese food, the number 1 spots to mile radius. Sounds Woodbury Road; it is sushi, Indian food, have a good time and pretty simple, but what now out of business. etc., Huntington has listen to some good are the advantages to This small farm stand a restaurant for you music. On the other strictly eating food provided delicious to check out. Despite hand, there are various from local providers? and ripe produce on the increasingly large other options to turn to O: Zagat.com Simply put, any food a daily basis, how- number of yogurt if youʼre looking for that is grown locally is ever business became places, one of the fa- Zagat.com PHOTO: PHOT some entertainment. A Poster calling support for Locavorism. Lo- House of India got the Best Indian fresher than that grown cavorism is advocated for by many different slow, and the tough vorite foods of students Restaurant on Long Island Award For example, thereʼs al- anywhere else. Produce groups with a variety of motives economy became too in Huntington High from Zagat ways the movie theater, found in grocery stores has not produce may spoil, they are much for the local farm stand School seems to be In- which is typically a hap- only been transported from able to allow the fruits and owner. The next time you are dian food. With two well- stocks store to a Native pening and exciting place various locations, but prob- vegetables to grow right to off to the grocery store to pick regarded Indian/Pakistani American shop. Hunting- to relax with a movie for a ably also stored for days, pos- the point that they are ripest. up produce and meats/fi sh that restaurants right in Town tonʼs versatility isnʼt just few hours and have a good sibly even weeks. Buying the They do not have to worry have local substitutes, why – Spice Village and House limited to clothing, either. time. There is also the video same type of produce, from about their products bruising not go to the local marts? Itʼs of India – there is never a Itʼs also easy to fi nd stores games store, Play Nʼ Trade, local markets, usually means or rotting during transporta- a win, win situation. You get scarce supply of this Hun- selling toys, candles, bags, where any of you gamers it has been picked within a 24- tion and storage. Foods lose the freshest possible food, and tington favorite. On the and any basic necessities. can enjoy some thrilling hour period. Simple logic... nutrients as soon as they are business owners get to make other hand, there are also However, when in doubt, arcade games in the back the fresher the food, the bet- picked. This being a fact, the a well-needed profi t in todayʼs options for a classic burger Value Drugs is always the or buy a new game to take ter it tastes. In addition, food sooner they are eaten the more economy. see Town on page 11 The Dispatch April 2005 The Kitchen The Dispatch June12Page11 11 Oreo Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookies

PHOTO: Oprah.com by BRIDGET WALSH PHOTO:Tablespoon.com RedAND Velvet Cake Pops Ingredients Ingredients 2 sticks or 1 cup softened butter 1 box red velvet cake mix (about 18.25 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar ounces) 1 cup sugar 12 ounces ready-made cream cheese frost- 2 large eggs ing 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 48 ounces white candy coating 3 1/2 cups fl our (available at craft and baking stores 1 teaspoon salt like Michaels) 1 teaspoon baking soda Paper lollipop sticks

DUNKIN DONUTS STARBUCKS THE GOLDEN DOLPHIN WILD FLOUR 10 oz bag chocolate chips Sprinkles, nuts or candy to taste 1 package Oreo cookies

Directions 1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2) Cream butter and sugars together with a mixer until Directions well combined.Beat in eggs and vanilla. 1) Bake 1 box red velvet cake mix in a 9” x 13” pan as 3) In a separate bowl mix the fl our, salt and baking directed. Let cool completely. Finely crumble the cake into soda. Slowly add to wet ingredients along with chocolate a large bowl. chips until just combined. 2) Add ready-made cream cheese frosting to the cake 4) Using a cookie scoop take one scoop of cookie dough crumbles and use the back of a large spoon to mix until and place on top of an Oreo cookie,take another scoop of thoroughly combined. Cool Places in Town dough and place on bottom of Oreo cookie. Seal edges to- 3) Roll the mixture into 1 1/2 inch balls (if they arenʼt gether by pressing and cupping in hand until Oreo cookie moist enough to hold their shape, add a little more frost- is enclosed with dough. ing) and place them on waxed-paper-covered baking sheets. 5)Place onto a parchment or silpat lined baking Cover balls with plastic wrap. sheet,Iʼll admit these cookies will expand pretty big so 4) Place in the refrigerator 2 to 3 hours (or in the try not to put them too close together, and bake cookies freezer 15 minutes). Place 16 ounces white candy coating, in 9-13 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes a deep, microwave-safe bowl and melt in the microwave, stir- before transferring to cooling rack. ring every 30 seconds. Melt more candy as needed throughout (via http://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/oreo-stuffed-chocolate-chip-cookies- the process. recipe/1/) 5) Place an upside-down colander or block of Styrofoam on waxed paper. Working in small batches (and leaving re- maining doughnut holes in the refrigerator), stick doughnut holes on paper lollipop sticks, pushing in about halfway. (If they donʼt fi t snugly, fi rst dip sticks in 1/2 inch of candy coating and then slide into doughnut holes.) 6) Dip the doughnut hole into the melted candy coating until it is completely covered, then remove in one motion. Make sure the coating meets at the base of the lollipop stick. If excess coating starts to drip, hold the stick at an angle in your left hand and use your right hand to gen- tly tap your left wrist, rotating the stick as necessary. When coating stops dripping, gently roll in or top with sprinkles, nuts, or candy, if using. Then prop the cake pop upright in a colander hole or the Styrofoam block to dry. If adding swirls or drizzles, let coating dry before drizzling or piping additional melted candy coating. Return pops to colander hole or Styrofoam block to fi nish drying. 7) Repeat with the remaining cake balls. Let cake pops dry completely. Store in an airtight container on the coun- ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PHOTO: Ari Moskowoitz ter or in the refrigerator up to 3 days. PHOTO: Molly Prep (via http://www.oprah.com/food/Bakerellas-Red-Velvet-Cake-Pops-Recipe)

Town from Page 10 PHOTO:r Paramount.com home. Lastly, there are many small places in town to how could you ever be bored? There is food, games, look for something cool to do. If you want to try some- music, shopping, and almost anything you could think thing different, you can always head to the henna shop of! If you want to shop for some clothes, grab some or “Henna Happiness”, where you can get a nice tem- ice cream or frozen yogurt, or if you want to listen to porary henna tattoo if youʼre looking to change things some of your favorite live music, this happening town up a bit. Overall, there is an abundance of amusement really has it all. As the classic adage says, there really in Huntington if youʼre looking for some recreation. is a niche for everyone! With so many options for what to do in town, see Town on page 11 The famed Paramount hosts a variety of big name bands each week The Dispatch 12Page June12 12 Critic’sThe Dispatch CornerApril 2005 Oh¡ The Places “Delirium” (Book) You’ll Go by Natalie Lanzisero by ARI MOSKOWITZ ~Lauren Oliver Now itʼs impossible for me the Fresh Price of Bel-Air Theme to present a playlist thatʼs the Song, and Miami 2017, but when most chill, most awesome, or I made the playlist I was in an by MOLLY PREP best to party to; so instead, I de- alternative rock mood and I did Love. Hearing this, some behind her back and suspicious cided to list my favorite seven not want the playlist to be longer people swoon while others re- glances by her peers. But she songs with places in the title. than a half hour for your sake. coil; but what if you didnʼt have soon discovers that the infl uence Now I am aware that many clas- So, without further adieu, Oh¡ a choice in using the word at of those who live in the “Wilds” sics are missing, most notably The Places Youʼll Go arranged all? What if you were forced to (the uncured who live outside Sinatraʼs New york, New York, by Ari Moskowitz: respond with terror? Lauren Ol- city limits) is much greater than iverʼs book Delirium, set in the the government and regulators let Playlist Name: Oh¡ the Places Youʼll Go not too distant future, has deemed on. Lena is torn between turning Time: 28:46 love as a deadly disease and all a blind eye to all that has been Amount of Songs: 7 that it encompasses is strictly for- illuminated, or to do something Song Order: Distance from Huntington bidden. To combat it, at age 18 all with what sheʼs learned. Delirium are required to be “cured” by hav- leads you on a journey that begs Song One: New York Groove ing part of their brain removed. the question: Is love, whether it Artist: Kiss & Ace Frehley Despite the fear this would arouse be for friends, family, or someone Time: 3:01 in most people, those of the future greater, worth the pain and the ir-

PHOTO: spotify.com PHOTO: Plays on Ariʼs iTunes: 5 look forward to the cure, seeing rationality? Youʼll have to read on love as a far greater risk. Lena, to fi nd out! Lauren Oliver weaves PHOTO: Barnesandnoble.com Song Two: Manhattan like many others her age, has been a gripping tale. Although it can store, the library, or (as much as Artist: Kings of Leon joyously counting down the days be a tad melodramatic at times, I hate them) download an online Time: 3:24 to her procedure. She craves nor- you wonʼt be able to put the book copy. Itʼs a great summer read! Plays on Ariʼs iTunes: 5 mality, a stabilization of her emo- down! If youʼve read her other tions. Her mother was a “victim” book, Before I Fall, youʼre sure to Song Three: Ohio (Come Back to Texas) to Amor Deliria Nervosa, and like this one just as much (if not Artist: Bowling for Soup Lena has lived a life of whispers more). Pick up a copy at a book Time: 3:51 Plays on Ariʼs iTunes: 6 “Sincerely, Tory” (Album) Song Four: Lake Michigan Artist: Rouge Wave ~Tory Lanez Time: 3:10 Plays on Ariʼs iTunes: 4 gun shot sounds to the fi fth track entitled Warchild. The intro to Track 13, Wings, was impressively put Song Five: Chicago together, but the lyrics of that song fell through. Artist: Sufjan Stevens Lyrically, his best track was “Warchild”, depicting Time: 6:09 the lives of African child slaves and the torment Plays on Ariʼs iTunes: 27 they live through every day. If your more into the visual art than the auditory art, this mixtape still Song Six: Californication has something for you as well. The cover contains Artist: Red Hot Chili Peppers a cross hatched drawn picture of Tory and within Time: 5:22 his face are words, phrases, and sentences. It took Plays on Ariʼs iTunes: 15 me a second look through to notice, there are also water marked words in his face as well. Next to the Song Seven: Norway image is a letter to all his “Haters” signed Sincerely, Artist: Beach House Tory (Hence the Mixtapeʼs name). The phrases in Time: 3:55 his face donʼt seem to have any theme and just seem Plays on Ariʼs iTunes: 5 PHOTO: Hotnewhiphop.com to be a random assortment of thought. Similarly, be- by ARI MOSKOWITZ sides their chill tone, his tracks are also pretty all over the place. His beats, intros, and solos are all Though not a avid follower, I have always liked strong, but his lyrics and singing are sub-par at best. Tory Lanezʼs style and fl ow. The fi rst album of his I Regardless, the album is a nice easy listening hip- Though Chicago may on the playlist would have to be owned was Swavey and it was mediocre at best, but hop mixtape thatʼs great for listening to while doing have the most plays of any song, New York Groove seeing as it is Sincerely Tory proved that Lanez has more in him home work. Californication is too much of a the only pre-nineties, classic rock than the mediocracy he produced in Swavey. In this classic to not win the crown of song, but, regardless of its genre, album Tory slows down the tempo of his songs and Best on Playlist. The odd one out it needed a spot on the list. give the entire album a calm, serene feel. To spice up the mixtape, Lanez adds a bongo type drum to “I Don’t Want to be Crazy” (Book) ~Samantha Schutz by Asar Nadi “Anxiety and fear are im- shape of a poem. Schutz had to in it and symbolized. She took their feelings inside because portant – and normal – parts of deal with her anxiety disorder what happened in her life and theyʼre scared on what people our lives.” Anxiety can keep throughout college. She created created it into something that may think. They just want to be people alert during a dangerous this to show that people with an allowed her to relieve her from normal instead of people calling situation, keep most people up anxiety disorder will lead them what she experienced. Unlike them crazy. Schutz didnʼt want on their toes during a presenta- into a diffi cult road of discov- any other autobiography about anyone to think that she was the tion, or even study late into the ery. Schutz splits the book into a tennis player, or a cross coun- weird girl and the girl who ran night. It helps most people cope. fi ve different parts and creates try runner, or even a track star, out in the middle of class. She For others, it can keep them each to have its own story line. Schutz wrote did something en- didnʼt want people to call her from facing everyday problems Schutz explains what life is tirely different. She took what crazy. She wanted them all to or situations and especially par- like with an anxiety disorder she had, she wrote it as if it was know what was going on in her alyze them with fear. Samantha when theyʼre in college. Also, a poem and let her feelings pour life and that she wasnʼt crazy Schutz fi rst published work, I she shows that some with this out. She did something that whatsoever. I donʼt want to be donʼt want to be Crazy, is also type of disorder is most likely most people are afraid of doing. Crazy is intense, heartbreak- an autobiography. An autobi- to discover something else that Most people are afraid of admit- ing, and an honest story that ography usually includes the she never wanted to see in the ting that they have an anxiety explains the truth of someone authorʼs early life, what it was fi rst place. She wrote this book disorder, but Schutz just want- who had to deal with an anxiety like growing up here or there. with true honesty of the diffi - ed it all to come out. She didnʼt disorder throughout college. If This autobiography is rather cult road she had to face in life want it to be hidden forever and you want truth and honesty, try different. Samantha Schutz instead of a writing a book that have herself become worse ev- reading this autobiography. wrote her autobiography in the had parts of her life mentioned ery day. Others decide to keep PHOTO:barnesandnoble.com The Dispatch April 2005 CRITIC’SThe Dispatch CORNER June12Page13 13 “Born and Raised” (Album) “Come Netsky is a drum and bass musician also known as a “Liquid Funk” musi- ~John Mayer Alive” cian. He recently released his single “Come Alive” as by Natalie Lanzisero a prelude to his upcoming Artist John May- in the song “Something (Album) album “2” expected to re- erʼs style is not eas- Like Olivia.” Music re- lease on June 25th. If you ily defined. His most viewers have called this like dubstep music then I known 2006 album album a collection of ~Netsky strongly recommend that “Continuum,” and “organic cowboy songs.” by Natalie Lanzisero you listen to this single. more specifically hit Without quite reaching Come Alive starts with a song “Your Body is the standards of a coun- captivating beat and leads a Wonderland,” are try album, Mayer creates into cool vocals. The song very much in the smooth songs with natu- then moves into a nice tran- pop-rock genre. His ral guitar and drum parts. sition to the drop. Come style has been get- This is not an album that Alive is similar to previous ting increasingly I would be running to the Netsky songs but has more more relaxed and laid store to buy. It is some- vocals and is something back. Mayer released thing that is almost on that would reach more of his album Born and the brink of a boring. If the pop music scene. This Raised on May 18th. you want a peaceful al- is a song that will surely This album is a very bum that you could fall make you want to get up slow, calm, and natu- asleep to, I recommend and dance! Go check out ral album complete Born and Raised. Come Alive by Netsky! with some smooth jazz guitar solos like PHOTO: Spotify.com PHOTO: Spotify.com The Dispatch 14Page 14June12 eFashionThe Dispatche/ Features April 2005

Notes From Taylorʼs Closet: How to Look Great by Charles Beers While Following the Dress Code by Taylor Choy Wake up, open the curtains, and to your rayon are perfect for the spring and summer tions. For dresses, try an asymmetrical or a wear a high-low surprise, itʼs a beautiful day to wear some because they are breathable. They are also shift dress and avoid tight fi tting dresses. skirt, which is able to take moisture from the humidity They tend to be constraining and will re- shorter away from your skin. Always keep in mind tain more humidity. For skirts, try an A- in the the type of fabric and check clothing tags line, circle or fl ared skirt. These skirts f r o n t before buying items for hot weather. complement the majority of body a n d To address the most irritating rule, the types and come in longer lengths to longer in shorts rule, try wearing a tapered short. These the knee. To add dimension to an the back. shorts should fi t tighter at the waist and fan outfi t, try a pleated skirt. It will It comes in out towards the a d d different types bottom. To add of fabrics, more detail, look for commonly this shorts that have season in chiffon scalloped or petal and cotton. trims at the open- Layering is also ing of the shorts. important when it These come in m o r e comes to abiding by the many different texture and dress code. If any tops colors, especially is available in or dresses have revealing pastels which are knee, midi, and necklines, straps or cut outs, perfect for a girly maxi lengths. itʼs best to wear sweaters or a shirt over look in the spring. Maxi skirts and them. Key layering pieces include: linen/

PHOTO All: tumblr.com PHOTO A High waisted skirt thatʼs very sum- Not to mention, dresses are also cotton shirts, pullover/lightweight knit- mer suitable they come in lon- repeated trends ted sweaters, denim vests and jackets, and ger lengths. Mid- from last year patterned kimonos. Layering is also shorts or that new dress you just bought. length shorts are that we are seeing another way to add dimen- But you slap yourself in the head because also an appropri- even more of. sion to any outfi t. Plus, itʼs itʼs a school day and theyʼre “too short.” So ate this seasonʼs Try a light, cot- perfect for adaptability on instead of going through a back hallway at trend. Try them in ton maxi skirt. those chilly mornings and school and eventually round the corner to a neon color for a To make it more scorching afternoons. see Sylvia or Youlanda, why not attempt to pop of color. interesting, look For those who abide by the school dress code? The easiest for a maxi skirt donʼt plan on spending The secret to dressing for the summer is way to dress for or dress with a slit time in the air-con- choosing the right fabric. Although synthet- school is in a skirt on the side or in a ditioned library all ics can look appealing, they are best to stay or a dress. There bright color. For day, stay comfort- away. Fabrics such as cotton, linen, silk, and are numerous op- A Model Styling high boots and a short, but ap- a trendier look, able and cute. propriate skirt Senior-Senior Prom: The Dispatch examines . . . 1) Ask- PROM? What’s ing someone to Fun For All Ages prom in a creative by Laura Zenzerovich way- a simple popping the Hot question simply will no longer As the upperclassmen of Hun- planned and hosted entirely by Grand- do. tington High school prepare for their own Friends, a club that coordinates events for prom festivities, complete with dresses senior citizens in the community, as well 2) The weather- after the May show- and tuxedos, corsages and limousines, as encouraging cross-generational inter- the senior citizens of Huntington can re- actions. GrandFriends is a unique addi- ers it seems summer is fi nally on its way. call their own, more recent experiences tion to the many clubs at the high school with a very similar and equally fun party. in that it helps students get involved with 3) Appropriate length shorts- They Senior senior prom, which was held on a completely different community. The might not actually be hot but do you May 4th, drew 150 local seniors to the senior senior prom is only one event of really have a choice? High school for an afternoon of festivi- many that are hosted by the club, which ties, food and socializing. also assists in planning Halloween par- ties, food 4) Having a summer job- you The prom d r i v e s , might not be able to go to the beach ev- took place Caleca...serenaded the crowd with Thanksgiv- eryday but at least youʼll have some money to spend! in the caf- ing basket e t e r i a , b u i l d i n g his rendition of “New York, New York” Neon which was “ and Christ- 5) - No longer just for techno concerts. well-deco- by Frank Sinatra. mas carol- rated for ing at the What’s the event, ” Atria Se- and the seniors were treated to a hot din- nior Living Center. The club raises funds 1) Final Projects- I already have to ner and ample deserts. The dance fl oor through numerous bake sales and other Not take a test whatʼs the point in making a was open to all of the many eager danc- fundraising efforts, as well as grants ers, and there was even the crowning of from places such as Astoria Federal Sav- scrapbook. a prom king and queen. The students in- ings Bank and the Huntington Rotary volved were very excited to help out, and Club, and of course receives generous 2) Coming to school dressed for the club- just cause you think those the seniors who attended were grateful contributions in the form of time offered heels are cool doesnʼt mean Youlanda will. and appreciative of the time and effort by the students involved. that was put into the event. The clubʼs The many students who participate faculty advisors, Mrs. Biagi and Mrs. in GrandFreindsʼ activities can walk 3) Pigging out on unhealthy foods- DeCanio, were very proud of the club away from their experiences with the itʼitʼss summer! ForgetForget the burgerburger and have a members, who were also aided by Mr. knowledge of a different perspective. salad. Troffa, the resident D.J. for the after- They learn things that they might not noon, and Mr. Caleca who serenaded the have the opportunity to understand oth- crowd with his rendition of “New York, erwise without help from the interactions 4) Forgetting sunscreen- letʼs keep New York” by Frank Sinatra. Everyone fostered by the club. Those interested in the lobsters in the ocean, ok? involved enjoyed the music, the food, reaching out next year can contact Mrs. and especially the company. Biagi or any member of GrandFriends 5) Summer Television- now that all the good shows are The 19th annual event was for information on getting involved. over, itʼs time for never ending repeats of Americaʼs Got Talent. The Dispatch April 2005 The sports Dispatch June12 Page 15 MLB Midseason Predictions 15 by Charles Beers The fi rst half of the 2012 major league base- either. Their main closer, Frank Francisco, has an ERA a Halo, donʼt count him out of your fantasy teams. Even ball season has featured some big names and incredible over 4.00, which is not good for a guy who only pitches when heʼs in the middle of a down year, Albert Pujols is stories. No one could have predicted the standings the two innings at the maximum. Overall, it will come down still liable to bang out 25 homers and possibly 95 RBIs. way they sit right now. Who wouldʼve guessed that to the wire, but the Metsʼ internal problems will slowly 5. The Car- the Washington Nationals would rise to the top of the reveal themselves as the season progresses and will keep dinals will have NL East and Stephen Strasburg would return from his them from making the playoffs once again. the last laugh and Tommy John surgery more masterful than ever before? make the playoffs Who could have predicted that Derek Jeter would have a while Pujols and tremendous bounce-back year that rivals the glory years the Angels will of the late 1990s? And which fantasy baseball player had miss out. The Philip Humber, also known as the guy who pitched the Cards seem to be perfect game this year, on their roster? This season has virtually unaf- been fun to watch because of its unpredictability, as well fected by the loss as the rise of the small teams like the Nationals against of one of their the big budget squads that kept them in the cellars of biggest run-pro- their divisions for so long. So, now that the fi rst half is ducers and have over, here are some predictions on what to expect for the easily stood at the rest of the year. top of the divi- 3. The Baltimore Orioles will make the playoffs sion or close to it throughout most of the fi rst half of the for the fi rst time since 1997. Both their batting and season. Their main saviors are last yearʼs World Series pitching numbers have been the best theyʼve had in over MVP, David Freese, and Carlos Beltran, who both are a decade of baseball, and they picking up where King Albert left seem poised to upset the AL East off. As for the pitching, starters powerhouses. At the very least, Lance Lynn and Matt Lohse have the Orioles will nab the second been lights out for the majority wild-card spot and give Balti- of the fi rst half and look poised more something to cheer about. to lead St. Louis to back-to-back 4. The Angels wonʼt win championships. the AL West, or make the play- If the fi rst half of the season offs for that matter, but Pujols is any indicator, the weeks to 1. If the Yankees canʼt solve their pitching prob- will bounce back in the second come after the All-Star Break lems, they wonʼt make the postseason this year. Only half of the season and give the look to be even more entertaining C.C. Sabathia and Ivan Nova have been somewhat con- Rangers a scare. Although it took than before. It is clear that many sistent throughout the fi rst half. Hopefully Andy Pettitte Pujols more than a month of of the division races across the Metʼs David Wright Distraught can make a successful return and help out the Yankeesʼ baseball to hit his fi rst home run as league will come down to the wire, starting rotation. However, if he fails, the Yankees are and just like last yearʼs epic season fi nale, anything can in trouble. Even their explosive offense wonʼt be able happen. As for the World Series, itʼs hard to tell who to support their struggling rotation and the second wild will step up their game to the next level and earn a ring. card will not be enough for the Bombers this season. As of right now, I think that the Texas Rangers will win Plus, losing the best closer of all time for the season their third consecutive American League Pennant and doesnʼt help much either. have a third chance to redeem themselves for their last 2. The Mets canʼt maintain their early season win- two World Series failures. The National League is also ning streak and will miss the playoffs again. Although stocked with some tough competition, and I see the Los the Mets appear to be one of the more dominant teams Angeles Dodgers coming back from a mediocre 2011 in the National League at the moment, they are not a season to rise to the top of the league. No matter how structurally sound ball club. Although David Wright has this season ends, however, there is one thing that all been on a tear throughout the fi rst half of the season, the baseball fans can agree on. It ainʼt over ʻtil itʼs over. Mets donʼt have a World Series-caliber offense to back And, as many major-leaguers will agree, the real fun up their rotation. The Metsʼ pitching hasnʼt been reliable hasnʼt even started yet. PHOTO All: Mlb.com All About This Summer in London by Aron Coraor While wide- 24 hours after the improvements necessary for the a new “Javelin” express train, spread coverage of a n n o u n c e m e n t games have already been under and the expansion of services the event has yet to that the Olympic development. With respect to to include 4,000 more stops per reach the mainstream Games would be the stadia in which the games day during the Olympic Games. media, the prepara- held in London, will be held, a new “Olympic A system of gondolas is also tion for the 2012 four home-grown park” will be constructed; this planned to be set up over the Summer Olympics terrorists detonat- Olympic park will span approx- river Thames, with a ride across is well underway. ed bombs in the imately 500 acres, and include becoming available every thirty And the preparation London transport for the Olympics this system, killing fi f- year have taken an ty two people and interesting, and to wounding over some frightful, turn; 700. This event, the London Olym- combined with pics will see one of the international the largest mobiliza- tension over ter- tions of armed forces rorism, prompted PHOTO: London2012.com for security in histo- USA and Jamacia have two of the best sprint teams the British secu- ry. Reportedly, there will in the world rity minister Alan West be 13,500 British troops to predict the country protecting the Games this year; fi ed. There will be a predicted willl rise to the second highest thatʼs 4,000 more troops than 15,000 athletes participating at level of security alert during the are currently stationed in Af- the Games, with an additional Games, an ominous “severe” ghanistan. But, not only will predicted 34,000 persons in threat rating, after noting that infantry be deployed, but also coaches and media personnel the Games will be “possibly the military helicopters, British Ty- attending, and approximately greatest security challenge the phoon fi ghter jets, and possible 6.6 million viewers live in the U.K. has faced since the Second PHOTO: London2012.com surface to air missile sites will stadiums. This large volume of World War.” historic stadia, as well as tem- seconds. This expanded public be readied for during the event. participants, up from the 2008 In addition to the mili- porary new stadium constructed transport is predicted to allow This seemingly over- Beijing Olympics, increases the tary preparation, which has been specifi cally for the event. With about 95 percent of athletes to dramatic military preparation need for tight security, but is the focus of majority of what regards to transportation, the arrive at their destinations in for the hosting of the Olympics not the only factor involved in little reporting on the event has London subway system is being less than thirty minutes. may, however, be well justi- the military presence; less than been done, the infrastructural expanded, with the addition of SPORTS

An In-Depth Spring Sports Review: Everything That Happened This Past Season

by TODD COLVIN AND ARI MOSKOWITZ will be the last year for most of us, we re- ran, and threw better than ever. The team ally want to go out with a bang.” currently has many athletes moving on The softball team proved to be one to what would be the equivalent of indi- of the more successful Huntington sports vidual playoffs. The team also has a very teams this Spring, accruing a 9-10 record strong underclassmen presence. The Hun- in League IV. Pitchers Ellyn Byrnes and tington High School boysʼ track and fi eld Jaclyn Herrington delivered many domi- team won the Section XI freshmen county nating performances throughout the year title. They beat out 60 other teams. Sec- from the mound. ond place was Central Islip by twenty four This year the Boysʼ tennis team had a points. tremendous season becoming Co-League- As underclassmen Mateo McNeil, Champions after only losing one match. Jimmie Nelson, Carlos Ramirez, Joe The team was strong as a whole and the Saginaw, Sondy Jean-Baptiste, Exayvian high level of competitiveness throughout Crowell, Alex Alvarenga, Kyle Davis, the season G i a n c a r l o s contributed Puello, Mar- to their Led by Tyriek Johnson and Tray- quis Francis, fruitful sea- YʼMajesty Al- son. Led by von Toney, the boys jumped, ran, and len, Johsua fi rst singles “ Watkins, Marc- player, Sam threw better than ever. Henry Sanon, J o h n s o n , and Gerald Ri- and sec- ley all had tre- ond singles ” mendous sea- player, Max Fehrs, the team had its best sons as underclassmen and will defi nitely season in half a decade. Sadly, the team be back next year after training harder fell short of the team playoffs after losing than ever. a play-in game to rival Smithtown East. The Girlsʼ track team also had a great Crew had another great season win- season. Junior Jontae Smith ran the 400 PHOTO:MollyPHOTO:Molly PrepPrep ning a plethora of medals at Saratoga this meter event in a dominating fashion, along A Collage of Girlsʼ Spring Sports. From Top Left: Diana Harvey Playing Lacrosse, year. After replacing the famed Fury boat with freshman Susie Petryk who ran dis- Girls Lacrosse players redying for the faceoff, Laurel Byrne-Cody making a tag at with a new four, the Huntington Crew tance events. The teamʼs relays also shined second, Jaclyn Herrington gettng a hit for the Blue Devilʼs Softball, Stephanie Rafuse, Team rowed to victory on more than one with a mix of veterans and underclassmen. Team Photos (x3) occasion. Some notable medals were won The shot put and discus events were led by the junior/sophomore boysʼ four boat by Maia Cadle-Hinton, but many other The Boys Lacrosse Team enjoyed an impressive season between the pipes, and the same aged girlsʼ four. throwers seemed to hold their own weight much success this season, earning a solid leading the team with 79 saves. No other The boysʼ track team ran faster than as well. Junior Jen Polster, ranked highest 8-5 record. The team made it to the play- Huntington team can be characterized by ever this season. Led by Tyriek Johnson on the team in pole vault and long jump. offs in the last game of the season against the closeness of the team members as the and Trayvon Toney, the boys jumped, All in all, the team had a terrifi c season. the 1st place Sayville Golden Flashes, girls varsity team was. Florida-bound Ju- dominating them 11-7. The team, with the nior Hannah Burnett said, “Iʼve never felt 7th seed, then lost in the fi rst round of the so close to a team before. We had each oth- playoffs despite an impressive defensive ers backs on and off the fi eld. No matter if showing, losing to Eastport South Manor we won or lost we knew that we were a 5-2. The team points leaders of the season family and we could depend on one anoth- were Jack Cutrone with 43 points, one of er.” The team will return much of its talent the goals being the overtime winner of a next year, so it should prove to be a force to huge victory against Miller Place, Pat Reil- be reckoned with in League II. The team, ly with 42 h o w e v e r , points, and will miss the Danny Plant l e a d e r s h i p with 41 (The Girlsʼ Varsity Laccrosse of Seniors points. The Danielle Co- teamʼs 16 “Team) team can be characterized by chrane, Mad- graduating ison Bierna- seniors will the closeness of the team members. ki, and Diana leave a gap- Harvey, two ing hole for of whom will next year, be playing but look for lacrosse at Junior and Sophomore midfi elders Ben Washington and Jefferson” college in Penn- Kocis and Pat Reilly, as well as Fresh- sylvania, and Iona-bound Colleen Wright. man defenseman Tim Mattiace and Junior The baseball team fi nished the season goalie TJ Greenhill, to fi ll the gap and lead with a 2-18 record. The wins were by Jake the team back to the deep rounds of the Freitag against Comsewogue and Joey playoffs next year. Dillhoff against Deer Park. Despite the dif- The Girls Lacrosse team had an injury fi cult season, the team remains optimistic plagued 5-9 season this spring. The teamsʼ for the future. In the words of star catcher PHOTO:Molly Prep PHOTO:Molly points leaders were Alexis Thompson with Rob Fiato, “It was a growing year for us. A Collage of Boysʼ Spring Sports. From Top Left: Jake Frietag, Rob Fiato, Brad Dwyer, 66 points, Hannah Burnett with 60 points, We had a really young, talented team who Ryan Ackerman, Trayvon Toney, Sam Johnson, Josh Long, The Boys Tennis Team, A Four and Alyssa Amorison, with 34 points. will all be returning next year, making a boat from the Crew team Freshman goaltender Anna Tesoriero had run for the playoffs. Being that next year