Vol. XVII Issue 2 Harrison High School March 2013 Band Says Aloha to Oahu Trent Lefkowitz News Editor Harbor attack. The band fulfilled actually going to happen after these requirements by playing veterans from Harrison’s own the patriotic staple “America the community came to the band and Beautiful,”” Veteran’s Salute” (a spoke toward the significance of compilation of the fight songs representing them in Hawaii. “As of the Armed Forces), Marine soon as the veterans came in and fight song “Semper Fidelis” by spoke to the band class, I knew John Philip Sousa, and “Sing, the trip was becoming a reality.” Sing, Sing” by Louis Prima. The Although the major com- songs played were very important ponent of the trip was the per- because they portrayed the main formance, there was also an theme of the Harrison band’s incredible itinerary set for the trip to Hawaii - to honor all of the band during their free time. In veterans who have fought for the order to honor veterans, the United States in the past. band performed at and visited Although performing in the Arizona Memorial and U.S.S. Hawaii originally seemed like an Missouri in Pearl Harbor, aboard Band plays at the Pearl Harbor Memorial. Courtesy of Sarah Curtis impossible task, sophomore An- whose deck the Japanese sur- After months of endless his hip the week before the band drew Cuevas knew the trip was render papers for World War II fundraising and practice, the Har- embarked for Hawaii, and had rison High School band flew out to stay home for the trip. How- to Hawaii to represent New York ever, the band could not have State in the parade commemo- performed without Mr. Briem’s rating the fiftieth anniversary of guidance, and everybody on the the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial in trip felt his spirit with them as Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. December they marched down Kalakaua 7, 2012, marked the seventy-first Avenue in downtown Honolulu. anniversary of the Japanese at- In anticipation for the tack on Pearl Harbor, an attack performance, the band had been that killed over 2,300 American honing their repertoire since the citizens and marked America’s beginning of September. Mr. entrance into World War II. After Briem and Dr. Pasqua wanted being invited to represent New to perform three types of songs York State in the parade, Dr. in Hawaii; one to commemorate Pasqua and Mr. Briem worked America, one that pays homage furiously in order to prepare the to the troops, and a song that students in time for the big day. would have been playing on The band poses at the Pearl Harbor Memorial. Courtesy of Sarah Curtis Unfortunately, Mr. Briem injured the radio the day of the Pearl (Continued on Bottom of Page 6)

In Opinions... In Sports... Inside... Security: Bowling DuBois National Champ...Page 3 How much wins big. Operation Beautiful...... Page 4 is needed at Husky Headlines...... Page 11 HHS? Page 31 The Sweet Life of Ben & Coby...... Page 20 Page 14 90-Second Interviews.....Page 22 Tragedy Strikes in Newtown, CT Michael Angarano Staff Writer On December 14 at Sandy black clothing, and a military vest. Hook Elementary School in He forced his way into the school Newtown, Connecticut, CBS and, without muttering a word, News reported that 20-year-old began shooting and killing inno- Adam Lanza gunned down 20 cent people. After 10 minutes of bright first graders who had their chaos, Lanza turned the rifle on entire lives ahead of them. Along himself and fired one bullet into with the students, the lives of his head. This is a young man six school officials, including a who was taught to shoot a rifle devoted and proud principal, at the age of nine by his mother, were lost. The principal, Dawn Nancy, who had a gun fetish. Hochsprung, was killed when Why Lanza chose Sandy she lunged at Lanza and tried Hook Elementary will probably Drawing by Amna Haider to stop him from killing people. always remain a mystery, as well Before going on his rampage, as the motive for this nightmare. and it showed. I really think that the best thing Lanza shot and killed his mother Lanza had a disability, Asperger’s “What happened on Friday that can happen for kids is to get with one of her own guns at their Disorder. According to The New was a terrible event, and will live back into the arms of teachers Newtown, CT, home. York Times, his mother, Nancy, in infamy,” said ninth grader Ricky that care deeply about them, Details of the horrific mas- spent a lot of time helping him Harris. “It isn’t fair to those young that know them, to be with their sacre began to break out on and getting him the help he need- innocent children who lost their friends, and to create what should Twitter moments after it had ed. She was said to have been lives all due to one person. They be childhood.” taken place. Connecticut State a very loving and caring mother, are gone, but never forgotten.” What happened on De- Police Authorities identified the who wanted nothing more than Tenth grader Dan Toto had cember 14 was a terrible event, suspect as Adam Lanza just a to get close to her emotionally similar emotions. and will be remembered forever, short time after the shooting oc- detached son. A few days before “I feel terrible about what both in Newtown and throughout curred. Lanza was said to have the shootings, Nancy met a friend happened to those poor kids in the world. Many were touched by at a local bar for a drink. Newtown, no one deserves to this situation, especially those in During her time at the bar, suffer the way they did, especially the sports world. Many athletes Nancy expressed that at such a young age,” he said. have been writing inscriptions she was very concerned “Hopefully, we will all learn from on their shoes/cleats, or tweeting about Adam. this terrible mistake, and schools about the topic and praying for She said, “I’m wor- along with other public areas will those in Newtown. This day will ried. I’m losing him.” be more protected and secured. always be remembered, along She went on to tell My heart goes out to all those in with those who lost their lives on the friend that Adam was Newtown.” this terrible day. getting worse and she Superintendent Louis Perhaps it was President was having a hard time Wool of our Harrison Central Barack Obama who summed reaching out to him. She School District was also inter- it up best: “You must know that was certainly concerned viewed about the tragedy by CBS whatever measure of comfort about his mental state This Morning. we can provide, we will provide. of mind. Superintendent Wool stat- Whatever portion of sadness we ed the following: “Kids need to be can share with you to ease this Drawing by Amna Haider At Harrison High School, many were with other kids and in a place that heavy load, we will bear it. New- come heavily armed, wearing all touched by the tragic event, feels familiar and comfortable. town, you are not alone.”

Husky Herald - Page 2 PeriDebate Mendelsohn Conquers Jersey Staff Writer The Harrison Debate ers claimed their glory by placing er placed fourth Team certainly does not mess competitively at the tournament as fifth speaker, around. Faculty advisor Mr. and receiving honorable speaker Freshman Elyssa Hertzig and other team mem- awards. Alfieri placed third bers are raving about one of the Six of the eight debaters as fifth speaker, team’s “most successful events were undefeated in a field of 56 and Freshman in the Harrison Debate Team’s other debaters. The novices Sarah Ryan history,” referring to the Metro- definitely proved to be valuable placed second as Hudson League tournament. The attributes for the team as they fourth speaker. tournament took place at Newark secured the second through Lastly, Sopho- sixth and tenth place more Amy Geller Debate winners. Courtesy of Patty-Jane Geller awards, as well as certainly held her tigious, it is definitely not surpris- the second and own in the Junior Varsity division. ing. Danny is currently ranked as fourth through eighth She was named tournament the #1 Lincoln-Douglas debater speaker awards champion and was top speaker in the country by the National after four difficult with a 4-0 record. Forensic League. It’s evident that rounds. Freshman Additionally, Junior Danny Danny’s hard work and dedica- Constantinos Staten Debois has not ceased to amaze tion has definitely paid off. was named second the Harrison community with his The Harrison Debate Team speaker, Freshman impressive debate accomplish- had a very successful 2012, and Evan Burger placed ments. Danny was recently they look to continue those suc- tenth as seventh invited to the Montgomery Bell cesses in this New Year. They speaker, Freshman Academy Round Robin (MBA) in currently are preparing for up- Bea Almeida placed Nashville, Tennessee. The MBA coming tournaments at Byram Debaters show off their awards. sixth as ninth speak- is the most renowned debate Hills, Columbia, Lexington, and Courtesy of Patty-Jane Geller er, Freshman Kathryn tournament, reserved for the top Harvard. There is little doubt that Science Park High School on Kenny placed fifth as eighth 12 debaters in the nation. While this very accomplished team will December 15. Harrison debat- speaker, Freshman Ella Eising- this invitation is extremely pres- only improve in 2013. DeBois Wins National Championship Trent Lefkowitz News Editor On February 18, Harrison quarterfinal (top 8), and semifinal include his name in the future. 5-1 record and winning her triple- junior Danny DeBois won the (top 4) rounds all on unanimous When asked what he would do and double-octofinal rounds on varsity Lincoln-Douglas debate decisions from his three-judge with the trophy, DeBois said he Sunday night and Monday morn- division of Harvard University's panels. He won the final round was going to bring it to the school ing, respectively. national championship, earning on a 2-1 decision, ending the and leave it in the law room. Fellow Husky freshman Harrison High School its first tournament with an incredible The Harvard tournament Ella Eisinger also found success national title at the varsity level. 11-1 record! has been a particularly good one at the tournament, reaching the Harvard's tournament is It isn’t easy to become for Danny; as a freshman, he was double-octofinal (top 32) round; often referred to as the U.S. such a highly ranked debater, the 2011 junior varsity champion, Ella was also 5-1 in preliminary Open of debate. This year, 337 and DeBois has worked incred- and as a sophomore, was the rounds, and also won her triple- varsity Lincoln-Douglas debat- ibly hard in order to become such 2012 top speaker in varsity. He octofinal round on a unanimous ers from nearly 30 states com- so successful. is one of the only debaters in the decision. peted at the tournament, along “I have to write multiple history of Harvard's tournament Although the Harvard de- with 272 junior varsity debaters cases on the topic I’m given, to win both the JV and the varsity bate is now over, championship from an equally diverse range of which requires research and a divisions. debate season has only just states. The competition began lot of writing,” he explained. “I Also in the varsity division, begun. Students from Harrison early Saturday morning, with all frequently do practice speeches senior Patty-Jane Geller was will be taking part in tournaments students debating in six prelimi- over and over again in order to 5-1 in preliminary rounds and at the University of Pennsylvania nary rounds. Debaters with a 6-0 speak better and become more placed in the top 32 of the tourna- and two other national tourna- or 5-1 record, along with a select fluent. Before tournaments, I ment. Patty-Jane won her triple- ments, including the Tournament few with 4-2 records, advanced set a goal for how well I want to octofinal round on a unanimous of Champions, later this school to elimination rounds on Sunday do and write it on an index card decision, losing a close debate year. With such great success night, and proceeded to debate along with a list of things I have in double-octofinals. at the junior varsity and varsity for the championship starting on to do in order to meet that goal.” Harrison debaters in levels, the Harrison debate team Monday morning.\ For winning the national the junior varsity division also seems poised to return to the Lin- Danny reached elimina- championship, Danny received achieved great success at the coln Douglas Debates next year tion rounds with a 5-1 record, the tournament's enormous Harvard tournament. Freshman stronger than ever, with another and went on to win his triple- traveling trophy, which features Bea Almeida reached the octofi- chance at winning a national octofinal (top 64), double-octo- the engraved names of all previ- nal (top 16) round after charging championship. final (top 32), octofinal (top 16), ous Harvard champions, and will into the elimination rounds with a

Husky Herald - Page 3 Operation Beautiful Callie Fried Staff Writer

On Friday, March 1, “Girl Up,” an organization that beauty is more than what we all ongoing statement that declares: 2012, girls were encouraged to has become a passion of senior see on the outside. Our goal is to “I am beautiful on the inside and embrace themselves for who Sara Purinton. “Girl Up” is an boost self confidence.” that is all that matters!” they are on the inside; they innovative campaign of the Support this worthwhile did this by not wearing any United Nations Foundation, cause and help us to make an makeup to school. Everyone also in which American girls are participated through wearing red given the opportunity to become on that day to show their support. global leaders and channel Compliment cards were made their energy and compassion to available, free of charge, in the raise awareness and funds for United Nations programs that help some of the world’s hardest-to-reach adolescent girls. “Girl Up” wants a world of opportunity for girls, no matter The Operation Beautiful committee. Courtesy of Alex Psaros where they live. It believes that all girls should Handing out Compliment Cards. The Husky Herald Courtesy of Rula Samad have chances for cafeteria on the Wednesday and education, health, and safety, Staff 2012-2013 Thursday prior. On these cards, as they grow to be the next Amy Carton- Editor-in-Chief a compliment was written and generation of leaders. then sent out to a friend. Each For two consecutive years, Melanie Singer - Managing Editor card was tied with a red ribbon Operation Beautiful has proven Ray Corona - Sports Editor to symbolize that students were to be a huge success. Trent Lefkowitz and Ariel Coonin- News Editors a part of Operation Beautiful. The This annual event helps Rob Sperduto - Entertainment Editor cards were delivered first period unify all girls at Harrison High on Friday. Any student who did School and helps with the Staff Writers - not receive a card from a friend ongoing struggle with self-image/ got one written by the Operation esteem. Through the good work Ben Adler, Michael Angarano, Andrea Bolivar, Sarah Camillone, Beautiful team. done that day, girls may realize Helina Dawit, Jamie Derosa, Callie Fried, Amanda Friedman, Senior Caroline Gaeta first that beauty is so much more than Erika Gunderson, Amna Haider, Clarissa Karantzis, Hayley Kronthal, Coby Lefkowitz, Kyle Lefkowitz, Sam Mandell, Sarah started the Operation Beautiful what we can see. Mazza, Julia McManus, Rajan Mehra, Peri Mendelsohn, Matthew movement as part “Many teenage girls Miles, Eileen Molloy, Meghan Molloy, Sydney Mueller, Nicole of her Creativity, Muto, Jessica Oggeri, Isabella Prado, Sara Purinton, Jordan Action and Service RIdddle, Spencer Rosenstein, Matt Rube, Alexandra Sanchez, Celia Spano, Rose Stokoe,Jessica Tannenbaum, Sarina Tas- project (CAS) and sone, Nathan Trost, Lake Vayo, Steven Vendola, Brittany Wolfe has built it into something greater Gary Glauber - Faculty Adviser than that. Special Thanks to Mr. Petrillo “We want to show girls that Our mission is to be the voice of Harrison High School by beauty is not professionally representing and informing our school with an only skin deep,” accurate and entertaining newspaper. she said. “We are hoping to make a statement The Husky Herald is published by the journalism classes at that says ‘I am Harrison High School. Editorial content of The Husky Herald beautiful on the Courtesy of Alex Psaros reflects the opinions of the editors and staff, not necessarily that inside and that is of the Harrison High School faculty and administration. The staff all that matters.’” of The Husky Herald encourages students to get involved and Students and faculty alike struggle with their self-esteem,” have their opinions heard. If you have any questions, com- were urged also to consider said Gaeta. “This project was ments, or would like to respond to an article, please write to buying an “Operation Beautiful” designed to help girls who hide us. Letters containing the writer’s name (and that are in good bracelet for two dollars to support behind their makeup realize that taste) will be printed.

Husky Herald - Page 4 Talking vs. Texting Twinkies Forever? Sarah Mazza Melanie Singer Staff Writer Managing Editor When was the last time “Americans ages 18-29 Individuals around the of prime ingredients and in- you called a friend instead of send and receive an average of world were terrified to hear that creased economic pressure on texting? The majority of teens nearly 88 text messages per day, Hostess Brands, known for their maintaining a stable work force. rely on text messaging as their compared to 17 phone calls. The deliciously long-lasting pro- Unfortunately, nine years later, primary method of communica- numbers change as we get older, cessed cakes and baked goods, these unresolved issues have tion. According to CNN writer with the overall frequency of all filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy contributed to the bankruptcy of Jeffrey Kluger, “the number of communication declining,” stated on November, 21st. The tragic the beloved company. text messages sent monthly in MIT psychologist Sherry Turkle, news came three years after Another problem the com- the U.S. exploded from 14 billion one of the leading researchers Hostess emerged from an ear- pany has faced throughout the in 2000 to 188 billion in 2010.” studying the effects of texting on lier bankruptcy in an attempt to past few years is the increased With a boom in smart phones, the interpersonal development. continue selling their precious outcry over the nutritional value phone calls are becoming a dying “Some students who text in the Twinkies and Ding Dongs. The of its products. Each year, the institution. class room setting as well gener- company was saddled with $860 general public becomes more Texting has become an ally have a lower average then a million in debt, which required educated about the ingredients increasingly threatening obses- student who sits there and pays major layoffs from their labor in packaged foods, and with sion, as children are becoming attention to the instructor. A cell force. the skyrocketing obesity rate too reliant on technology. Let’s phone in the classroom is just a For those of you who are throughout the United States face it; the technological ad- distraction.” die-hard fans of these sweet people have begun to shy away vances of the 21st century have “I definitely have more of treats, have no fear; Hostess’s from chemically enhanced sweet made us lazy. Take looking up a meaningful conversation when bankruptcy will not disrupt the treats like the Twinkie. words for example. Who needs I’m talking to someone ever the company’s selling’s of their baked Senior Nikki Muto is one of a dictionary when we have our phone,” said Junior Hunter Sable. goods! These mysteriously long- many health-conscious seniors personal assistant Siri available “Sometimes though when I am lasting deserts have been part at the high school that have at the press of a button? in a quiet setting I feel very awk- of many consumers’ childhoods had poor experiences with the According to a recent ward sitting there talking on my since the early 1900’s. The idea Twinkie. “I’ve had maybe one study conducted by Harris Inter- phone so I have to excuse myself of Twinkies no longer being Twinkie in my life and I wasn’t active and talk somewhere produced and sold in stores any- crazy about it,” explained Muto. and else.” more struck terror in the hearts of “You really don’t know what Teen- “I rarely ever many snack enthusiasts. They you’re eating, and there are age Re- check my voicemail,” were relieved to discover the many ingredients nobody has search, said Junior Danielle tasty treats would continue to be ever heard of.” 25% Mehlman. “I’m not stocked on shelves. This viewpoint reflects of stu- even sure if I set it up. “I haven’t had that many experiments that have been done dents If someone leave me Twinkies in my life, but when the to see how long the Twinkie can have a message I’m much news came out that there was last out in the open. Harrison used more likely to ignore a strong possibility they would High School health teacher Mrs. emoti- the call, but if some- no longer be made my dad was Catapano unwrapped a Twinkie cons one texts me I will more upset about it than anyone,” at the beginning of the year, in their usually answer them said senior Taylor Friedwald. and besides becoming a little bit school in under an hour. Tex- “Twinkies were a part of every- harder the spongy, oblong tube writing, ting just happens to one’s childhood, so the news is has changed very little in its ap- 50% be the efficient way of pretty upsetting.” pearance. Many people believe have communication.” Friedwald shares the pain the indestructible Twinkie would used in- “I always mis- that news of the discontinuation remain the same from now to formal Texting through the day. interpret peoples at- of the Twinkie has brought to eternity. punc- Courtesy of Melanie Singer titudes over text mes- so many people. Hostess is a Have no fear. Metropolous tuation and grammar, and 38% sage,” said Junior Paige Brabant. privately owned company based & Co and Apollo Global Manage- of students have used text short- “I sometimes can’t tell when in Irving, Texas, that has created ment LLC have agreed to take cuts such as “LOL” and “OMG” someone is joking or not due to a variety of packaged goods for on the Twinkie and its other tasty on a formal paper. Using such the fact that you can’t hear their public consumption since 1930. siblings. This means that the language just goes to show how voice over text message. I usu- However, none of the tasty treats Twinkie will extend its long last- severe this habit of texting is ally call people so that I don’t get were craved more than Hostess’ ing shelf life in stores near you, becoming. confused!” cream-filled sponge cakes with and remain a fixture in the junk “I don’t even mean to use Are cell phones a threat mystery ingredients. The Twinkie food world. texting language in my writing,” to direct ommunication? Though had become the guilty pleasure said Sophomore Emily Giorgi. studies have suggested that the of millions of Americans. “Since I’m always either texting use of cell phones and texting In the last several years, or instant messaging, using text has a negative impact on social many concerns have been language is like second nature to behavior, there is no question that voiced regarding Hostess and me. Epically if I am typing a paper texting has allowed for quicker the products they manufactured. on my computer, I always have to and more efficient communica- As recently as 2004, Hostess make sure that I am cautious of tion. filed for Chapter 11 due to their Drawing by Peri Mendelsohn the language I use.” struggles with elevated costs Husky Herald - Page 5 Kid’s Kloset: Community Service Close to Home Melanie Singer Managing Editor

Community service has wintertime, when warm clothing Lerner was a great con- plained senior Micaela Moscato. become a big part of people’s such as hats, gloves, and coats tributor to helping the Kid’s “I started volunteering this year extracurricular activities after are necessary. Kloset get started. He did a lot of and it’s really just like doing laun- school and on weekends. Along Since this new organiza- service work through his temple, dry on steroids.” with feeling good about giving tion began, the Kids Kloset has and met a woman there who Walking into where the back to those who are in need, received a lot of outside help mentioned that her friend was Kid’s Kloset is located is very it’s also a great opportunity to get from local Westchester schools starting an organization for less overwhelming. There are bags service hours for CAS (for any in finding students willing to fortunate families. He learned and bins piled on top of each IB Diploma contenders) and Na- support families who are less they would need volunteers once other, filled with donated cloth- tional Honors Society members fortunate than them. a working pattern had been de- ing. Some of the donated items to add hours to their resume. “I think that the Kids Kloset veloped. Lerner, also President are great for upcoming seasons The Kid’s Kloset, a new is a great organization because of Harrison High School’s Youth too. organization located in White it allows kids living under the Volunteers of Harrison club, Recently the Kid’s Kloset Plains, collects gently used poverty line to feel positive about recruited members to come and has become an even bigger clothing to donate to local West- themselves through what they're volunteer at the Kid’s Kloset project, including National Honor chester County families who wearing,” said Jake Lerner, a starting last spring. Society members as well as IB cannot afford to buy clothing. senior at Harrison High School Unfortunately, the build- Diploma candidates. Instead The organization started fairly and the one who recruited Har- ing where the organization was of volunteering outside of West- recently, in 2011. Its mindset is rison members to volunteer at located had a fire over the past chester with another challenging to make families in Westchester’s this organization. “By letting the summer, so the Kid’s Kloset had community service project, the lives easier by donating clothing kids request what kind of clothing to move to a temporary building. Kid’s Kloset is just one town to needy families. It’s especially they get, the Kid's Kloset is en- This year though, more kids from over in White Plains and affects helpful around the time when abling the kids to do well socially all grades at the high school are the community around us, mak- the seasons start to change and and academically because they coming out on Wednesday nights ing Westchester a better place many families are in need of have more self-confidence than to help sort through clothing to be to live. new clothing for their children. they would have if they wore old sent out to families. It’s especially important during poorly-fitted clothing.” “It’s actually fun,” ex- Musical Mahalo (Continued from Front Page) were signed. Marketplace. A tour around the the trip to be a success, includ- Camillone. Although the trip has The performance at the island also brought students to ing fundraising and planning the come and gone, the memories Pearl Harbor Museum and Visi- incredible places such as the logistics of the trip, could not have that each individual involved has tors Center provided an emo- Pali Lookout and Sunset Beach, been done without the incredible made will truly last for a lifetime. tional moment for many members where movies such as Pirates of help of Mr. Briem, Harrison Band of the band, including conductor the Caribbean and The Descen- Parent Association co-presidents Dr. Pasqua. dants have been filmed. When Leigh Platte and Grace Polakoff, “I was teary eyed as we asked about which extracurricular and HBPA treasurer Kristine played patriotic songs in the park, she was most excited about, and being able to see the U.S.S. freshman majorette Giana Hub- Missouri and Arizona Memorial bard said, “My favorite part of the in the background made it very trip was going to Waikiki beach emotional for all of us,” he said. because the water was really nice As a teacher, Dr. Pasqua’s and it was hot out.” proudest moment during the Every student that went trip took place after the band’s on the trip to Hawaii has brought performance in the Pearl Harbor back incredible memories and Parade. experiences that they never could “After seeing how excited have imagined only a few short the students were about the per- months before. Being able to formance, I knew that they knew honor the veterans, while taking they did a good job,” he said. part in the trip of a lifetime was an Other highlights of the incredible honor for the students trip included stops at the Poly- in the band, majorettes, and color nesian Culture Center, Waikiki guard. As Dr. Pasqua noted, the Beach, and the International preparation needed in order for Parade by Waikiki Beach. Courtesy of Sarah Curtis Husky Herald - Page 6 Pope Benedict Resigns Michael Angarano Staff Writer Pope Benedict stunned Hitler’s group at age 14. In 1943, election into the papacy in 2005. Despite his only serving a the Roman Catholic Faith along while still in the seminary, he was At the age of 78, Pope short term in the Vatican, Pope with the rest of the world, an- drafted into the German anti- Benedict became the oldest Benedict was a great Pope, and nouncing his resignation as Pope aircraft corps as a Luftwaffen- Pope to be elected into the Ro- many here at the high school at the end of February. Pope helfer (air force child soldier). man Catholic Church in almost felt disappointed to hear of his Benedict resigned at the age of He later went on to train in the three centuries, becoming the retirement. 85 and became the first Pope to German infantry. As the allied successor to Pope John Paul “I am very shocked about resign since Pope Gregory XII, front drew closer, Joseph fled to II on April 19, 2005, according his resignation,” said freshman who stepped down in 1415 in a his parent’s house a few months to The New York Times. Before David Pierroz. “He was a great deal to end the Great Western after the war ended. It was then becoming Pope, he doubted him- man and a role model to all in Schism among competing pa- that he joined his brother Georg self, significantly wondering if he the Catholic religion. I wish him pal claimants, according to the in the seminary and his Roman should just retire, yet he kept his the best in his future endeavors. NY Daily News. Pope Benedict Catholic career began. faith alive and became the Pope. God Bless him.” reportedly resigned due to his The two brothers entered His first words after being “As a common church advanced age, but there are Saint Michael Seminary in Traun- elected into the papacy on the go’er, I am saddened to hear that many speculations as to whether stein and were both ordained in balcony at Saint Peter’s Basilica he will no longer be serving the or not it was really his age that Freising on June 12, 1951 by were, “Dear brothers and sisters, Roman Catholic Church,” said caused him to resign after eight Cardinal Michael von Faulhaber after the great Pope John Paul II, freshman Alexis Puccio. “I hope short years at the Vatican. of Munich. Pope Benedict went the Cardinals have elected me, he has a happy and peaceful Pope Benedict was born on to become a teacher at both a simple, humble laborer in the future and continues to serve in Joseph Aloisius Ratzinger on the universities of Bonn and vineyard of the Lord. The fact the name of the Lord.” April 16, 1927 to Joseph Ratz- Munster. He continued to teach that the Lord knows how to work Many were touched by the inger, Sr. and Maria Peintner in until finally being called upon to and to act even with insufficient resignation of Pope Benedict Marktl, Bavaria, Germany. From serve the Catholic faith in 1977, instruments comforts me, and XVI. He will surely be remem- a young age, Joseph was very becoming the Archbishop of above all I entrust myself to your bered in the Catholic faith as a Catholic, as he would welcome Munich, then of Freising till 1982. prayers. In the joy of the Risen leader and a person to look up the Cardinal Archbishop of Mu- Only a short time after becoming Lord, confident of his unfailing to. He was well liked and will be nich with flowers, along with a the Archbishop, he went on to help, let us move forward. The missed by many. group of other children. Due to become Prefect of the Sacred Lord will help us, and Mary, His In the words of the Pope, the rise of power of Adolf Hitler Congregation for the Doctrine Most Holy Mother, will be on our “I leave from where the apostle in Germany, he was forced to join of the Faith, from 1982 until his side. Thank you.” arrived.” Avoiding Falling Off The Fiscal Cliff Ariel Coonin News Editor As 2013 began, the gov- compromise in Congress. on taxes. would put the economy back in ernment inched closer to the The Republican economic Without an agreement, balance. deadline to pay its bills. Un- approach is to minimize taxes for the U.S. government would not According to Huffington fortunately, as the deadline the upper classes to encourage be able to pay its bills, so Vice Post, the tax extenders will only approached, Congress was investment, while the Democrats President Joe Biden and Re- last for a year, and before they unable to agree on a plan that believe it is both necessary and publican Senate Leader Mitch expire the government will be would tax the people fairly and fair to tax the wealthy at higher McConnell, from opposing par- working to make the taxes more substantially, while still paying rates to support government ties, worked together to come to permanent. The government the government’s bills. programs. Republicans and a compromise. Together, the two hopes to lower rates for many The difficulty on this issue Democrats also disagree over raised the rates on individuals taxpayers, but still be able to lies within the components of which government programs that earn over $400,000 per year fill the holes in the government Congress. Congress is com- should be trimmed. These dif- and joint filers that make over spending. prised of the Senate and House ferent approaches often lead to $450,000 per year. The House “I feel they did the best of Representatives. The Sen- difficulty making compromises, accepted the deal. On January they could under the circum- ate includes two senators from as recent events show. 2, President Obama signed the stances, even though they really each of the fifty states, totaling With increased spending, compromise, returning the coun- didn’t make the decision I would one hundred senators. The the U.S. government has found try back to the tax rates in the agree with,” says sophomore House has 435 members, as itself in over a trillion dollars of 1990s when President Clinton Matt Rube. “They just postponed the number of representatives debt, lacking enough tax money balanced the budget. raising all the taxes at once, and per state is proportional to the to cover its bills. Due to this debt, Democrats and Republi- it’ll be interesting to see how it is states’ population. Currently the as well as conflicting beliefs, cans were unable to reach any worked out in the end.” Democrats represent the major- the House had trouble making compromises on which govern- Not all may agree with ity in the Senate, while Republi- a decision in early January. Un- ment programs should be cut or the decision made by Congress, cans control the House. These able to reach an agreement with whether to raise the debt ceil- but when there are desperate conflicting beliefs often result in President Obama, Speaker of the ing, the amount of money the circumstances, compromises controversy, as the Republicans House John Boehner left it to the government is allowed to owe. must be made. and Democrats must reach a Senate to come to a compromise This delayed a full decision that Husky Herald - Page 7 Flu Epidemic Callie Fried and Alexandra Sanchez Staff Writers Typically families receive “I think the flu epidemic protection against infection with Radio, a school in Oklahoma the flu shot at the beginning of spreads so quickly because the virus in that vaccine. The vac- had to cancel classes as 25 the season in order to prevent children don’t think about how cine is supposed to be effective percent of the student body was coming down with the flu in the they are harming themselves by against 60% of the flu strains. out ill with the flu. Kiefer Public middle of winter. This year that not washing their hands. This ul- “I made sure I got the flu School District cancelled classes theory hasn’t worked very well. timately causes them to become shot this year because I knew on January 11 to give students A massive flu outbreak has sick,” said junior Evann Specht. that the flu was going around,” the weekend to rest. Nearly 150 swarmed the country since the Stoops also said the flu is said Natalie Suozzo. “To prevent out of 650 were suffering from start of 2013. more dangerous to children than catching the flu, I always wash the illness. The school used the Influenza, commonly re- the common cold. Also children my hands to keep the germs entire day to clean off all water ferred to as the flu, is a respira- younger than six months cannot away that may be spreading.” fountains, desks, chairs and tory illness ranging from mild receive the vaccine, which puts Some symptoms of the lockers, according to ABC News to severe, sometimes resulting them at a higher risk of receiv- flu are fever, chills, cough, sore affiliate KTUL. in death. The elderly, young ing serious flu complications, throat, runny or stuffy nose, Harrison High School children and people with certain which could possibly lead to muscle or body aches, head- nurses recently sent home a let- health conditions are at a high death. With the season not yet aches, fatigue, and vomiting, but ter to all the students and parents risk when catching the flu. fully concluded, the death toll not all of these symptoms may informing them how to avoid According to the Depart- for infants can surpass the 34 be present. the flu by doing things such as ment of Heath for New York deaths tallied in 2011-12. These People with the flu are receiving at least eight hours of State, every year in the U.S., 5% pediatric mortality figures are contagious one day before symp- sleep a night and washing hands to 20% of the population catches low compared to the 282 deaths toms begin to show up. It is as frequently. Some suggestions on the flu; on average more than in 2009-10. easy to give someone the flu staying flu free this season are: 200,000 people are hospitalized “I think that the media before you are sick as when you from flu complications, and over plays up the flu epidemic just like are sick. The flu is usually spread • Wash hands regularly 23,000 people die from the flu. they did with swine flu in 2009,” through coughing or sneezing, • Avoid touching eyes, About 90% of such deaths occur said junior Danielle Mehlman. or touching something with the nose, or mouth in persons aged 65 years and “There are only so many preven- virus on it and then touching your • Cough into your sleeve, older, but this year, according to tatives you can take to avoid it.” mouth or nose. not your hands latinopost.com, 29 children have According to yahoo- “Something really help- • Clean frequently- already been confirmed dead. news.com, the Center for Dis- ful to prevent the flu is to keep touched surfaces at home, es- According to CBS.com, ease Control recommends that small packets of hand sanitizer pecially when someone is sick Debbie Stoops, an immunization parents should receive a flu vac- in your bag after you go to class, • If you get a flu-like ill- coordinator for the New York City cination, as it protects both the because you never know who ness, stay home for at least 24 Bureau of Health says that chil- parent and the child. Antibodies touched the desk before you did,” hours after your fever is gone. dren transfer germs much faster form after two weeks of getting said senior Hannah Hochman. than adults. the vaccine and help provide According to ABC News World Fails To End With Mayan Apocalypse Ariel Coonin News Editor So much for the end of the world would end. The calendar ing a new calendar when the sprees, blowing through most of world: December 21, 2012 was was created thousands of years time ran out. The thought of the their savings, while others built supposed to be the end of life before modern knowledge of the world ending on that exact date bomb shelters to try to save as we know it, but despite all the solar system. It didn’t account for is a bit ridiculous. Yet, even the themselves. . rumors, it happened to be one the same months, or leap years, most outrageous of rumors can Whether you believed in of the calmest days in the past so it is relatively inaccurate. gather a following. the end of the world rumor or few months. “The world has been pre- People began preparing not, the weather was bad enough The end to 2012 was dicted to end so many times,” for the “Mayan Apocalypse.” It to convince you. December 21 rough due to unnecessary and says sophomore Cassidy Dono- was an easy excuse for people started off as a cloudy, rainy day violent acts, destructive weather, hue. “Why would this time be any to continue their “YOLO” ways; if – giving off a gloomy, depressing and economic struggles. The different from the last time? If these were the end days, people mood. lThe dark sky was enough world pretty much seemed to the world didn’t end then, I don’t couldn’t possibly let a second go to make people a bit nervous. hit rock bottom. It lead people see why it would end now. No to waste. Still, we survived it. to believe that the world was in one can really predict when the “I wasn’t sure if the world Now that the world hasn’t fact coming to an end , along with end will be.” was going to end,” says sopho- ended, people should try to make rumors that the Mayan calendar There is no knowledge more Marielle Sheck. “But I the world a better place. Bad was expiring. that the Mayans were predicting bought a lot of Ben and Jerry’s things are still happening in the One might wonder why this specific date and time as Ice Cream just in case it did. I world. It is important to remem- people thought that an ancient the end of the world. Perhaps wanted to die happily.” ber that we shape the world we’re calendar could provide such an the Mayans ran out of space, or Many prepared for the living in, that we can still try for accurate prediction of when the maybe were planning on mak- end. People went on shopping that ultimate happy ending.

Husky Herald - Page 8 Farewell to Ed Koch

Clarissa Karantzis Staff Writer

On February 1, City faced immense cri- bered for his compassion emony, sharing their final New York bid farewell sis, as crime and cor- and for his reputation as thoughts and memories to former 3-term Mayor ruption spread rapidly a people person. He rode about Koch. Koch’s body Ed Koch. Serving as throughout the city. The the New York subways, was buried in the Trin- Mayor from 1978 until ‘Blackout of 1977’ left and attended public ity Church Cemetery, 1989, Koch was both de- the majority of Manhat- Movie theaters, stopping as Koch wanted to stay termined and outspoken, tan in the dark for 25 to greet city dwellers on close to home. In a state- helping New York City hours, only adding to the street with his catch- ment from 2008, Koch recover from one of the the already increasing phrase, “How’m I doin?” explained, “I don’t want worst financial crises to crime rates. The out- Koch was also an ac- to leave Manhattan, even date. In the months pre- break of riots and crime, complished author, writ- when I’m gone. This is ceding his death, Koch as well as the unstable ing a number of novels. my home. The thought was hospitalized several economy, left the city of In 2011, the Queensboro of having to go New Jer- times, and on February New York deteriorating. Bridge was renamed the sey was so distressing to 1, he died of me.” congestive Inscribed heart failure. on his tomb- Koch was 88 stone is an years old. epitaph writ- Koch ten by Koch was born in himself, “He the Bronx in was fiercely 1924, into proud of his a conserva- Jewish faith. tive family He fiercely comprised of defended the Polish im- City of New migrants. In York and he 1943, Koch fiercely de- joined the fended its army to serve people. Above the United all, he loved States during Hizzoner. Courtesy of blog.bloomberg.com his country, WWII, and the United not long after, entered Koch remained optimis- Ed Koch Queensboro States of American, in the field of law. Gradu- tic through it all, as he Bridge in his honor. whose armed forces he ating from the New York marched straight into the Following the funeral on served in World War II.” University School of Law turmoil and attacked the February 4th, Koch’s cof- in 1948, Koch became issues head on. “When fin was carried through involved in New York we were down, Ed Koch the streets of New York City Politics, where he picked us up. When we as Frank Sinatra’s clas- served two years on the were worried, he gave sic “New York New York” New York City Council. us confidence,” reflected played in the back- Then, in 1977, Koch ran current New York City ground. Former Presi- for Mayor. Mayor Michael Bloom- dent Bill Clinton and At the time of his berg. Mayor Michael Bloom- Courtesy of Amy Carton first victory, New York Koch is remem- berg spoke at the cer- Husky Herald - Page 9 Cheater Cheater Welcome to the Ariel Coonin Class of 2017 News Editor Melanie Singer As midterm week came to Harvard students were caught in Managing Editor a close, it was apparent to teach- a cheating scandal and had to As winter comes to an be the next addition to Accepted ers that cheating in high school face the consequences. Now, a end, and seniors anticipate col- 2017. Below are just a few of the has gotten out of hand. It took a full year later, the administration lege acceptances, Facebook ex- absurd posts found on Accepted week full of testing to show the are still catching and punishing plodes with Class of 2017 college 2017. amount of cheating that occurs Harvard students for cheating. groups. Facebook is the go-to in this building. In many of these The Huffington Post re- source of any and all things col- situations, students do not even ported that approximately 60 lege. With a click of a button you realize they’re cheating. additional students attending can access a network of people The Best of It’s usually assumed that Harvard have been forced to linked to a certain college, and cheating only occurs at the bot- withdraw from school for a pe- connect with future classmates. Accepted 2017 tom end of the educational hier- riod of time. The original scandal Upon joining an accepted stu- archy – students who are close to involved students comparing and dents’ group, newsfeeds erupt failing or don’t perform as well as sharing answers on a take-home with notifications, and the ‘get- Purdue University: “Out of curios others in school. However, this is test – something that not all stu- to-know-you’ games begin. ity, does anyone else call a toasted not always the case. The motiva- dents realize is cheating. Tempted to write about yourself cheese sandwich a cheese toasty?” tion for most to cheat is the same. It’s important to determine in attempt to make friends? As what is cheating and enticing as it may seem, numer- Washington University in St. what is fair game. Many ous college groups have proven Louis: “I just love pencils so much!! students are unaware that this approach may not be the They’re just so useful!” that the things they do most reputable idea. Though are in fact cheating. the Accepted Students groups Tufts University: If you have a Studies done are supposed to be kept closed pizza with radius Z and thickness by the University of and private, it’s hard not to share A, its volume is Pi(Z*Z)A Nebraska-Lincoln show some of the outlandish material that only a small per- written in the groups. Dickinson College: Hi, my name is centage of students “Every time a kid writes in Steven and I’m part of your average realize that copying my Duke group it’s always some family. I got a dad, a mom, and a sis- homework and giv- absurd comment,” explained se- ter. There is Donnie, we found him, ing out test answers nior Rajan Mehra who will be at- and Darwin, he found us. Oh yeah, to students who have tending Duke University this fall. about our house, it moves ‘cause we yet to take the test is As time goes on, it be- travel all over the world. You see my cheating. However, the comes increasingly evident that dad hosts this nature show and my percentage of students each group has it’s handful of mom shoots it. Okay so we’re not who admit to doing obsessive posters, or people that average. And between you and these things is much who can’t seem to stay away me something AMAZING happened larger. It has been de- from the group. It’s as if they and now I can talk to animals. It’s Courtesy of Melanie Singer termined that a very post their every thought, treat- really cool but totally secret. And large percentage of high ing the groups more like Twitter you know what? Life’s never been the same. The main motivation is school students cheat. This re- than Facebook. To say such to improve grades. cent discovery may cause some posts can be annoying is an This can occur on any lev- changes in cheating policies all understatement, however, due Middlebury College: I’ve only el, from the student who is barely across the country. Students to their absurdity; many of these heard good things about Middle- passing his or her class to the A should be cautious. posts are actually quite humor- bury’s milk. Refreshing, thick (but student who really just needs a “I think people cheat ous. Thanks to an anonymous not too filling), and always readily boost to get to an A+. Though because the workload is so yet genius blog called Accepted availible! The more I hear about it, the classes they may be taking demanding,” says sophomore 2017, we can now read the fun- the more I fall in love. I keep hav- are unequal in difficulty – the Roma Scarano. “We all have so niest and strangest college posts ing dreams about my first few sips. difficulty is really relative to the much work from all our classes, in one place. The blog posts #milkenthusiast. student. What is easy for some especially APs and IBs. I can see anonymously submitted phrases is hard for others, depending on why people feel the need to copy and comments from various Ac- University of Virginia: You can their learning levels. a homework assignment here or cepted Students groups, adding apply to be in a committee of the “I don’t understand why there.” their own reactions afterward. Student Council and eventually be people cheat,” says sophomore Although the work may “This Accepted 2017 blog a representative and then officer Olivia Barbulescu. “I just think be demanding, cheating is not couldn’t be funnier,” laughed for your class. I would love to be people should try their best at the answer. Whether it’s obvious senior, Sarah Berman.“I can the President of the Class of 2017. whatever level they’re at. School or debatable in regards to the relate to half the posts that are is hard; no one is going to have cheating, it’s still something to submitted because crazy kids Brown University: Anyone dig perfect grades.” avoid. There are consequences in my own college Facebook existentialism? Even students at Harvard for these actions and it’s not group have been posting similar University, one of the highest something to risk. Remember, things.” University of Mississippi: I need ranked and prestigious colleges cheating can harm future options So, graduates of the class to make friends so I have someone in the world, have been caught for for college and for life. of 2017, please think before you to go to Chili’s $20 DInner for Two cheating. Just last year, over 100 post, and remember – you could with.

Husky Herald - Page 10 Student News Program Hits Local Airwaves Ray Corona Sports Editor Looking for the latest news aspects of a news program, at Harrison High School? Well from writing, directing and cin- look no further than Husky Head- ematography. The anchor team lines, the new, student-run news includes senior Marisa Santella, program here at Harrison. Under sophomore Paula Segovia, and the supervision of Mr. Nicol, sophomore Claudia Marino. Husky Headlines spreads the Junior Sam Colangelo is the latest news and announcements director of the program, while to Harrison students and the sophomore Jaylene Vasquez general community. operates the audio and cameras. Marisa Santella, an an- Supervisor Mr. Andy Nicol chor for Husky Headlines, is has been more than impressed excited about the new Cable TV with the core group of hardwork- program. ing, motivated students. “I think that we present the “They’re all self-motivated news in a way that makes it easy and strive to put on the best pro- Husky Headlines is a big success. Courtesy of Harrison CSD for all students to access,” says duction each month,” says Nicol. Santella. “A lot of times students “They are always asking ques- from the first few reports. Husky Headlines runs struggle to find out about the lat- tions and it’s clear that they all “It actually does help keep twice a month and can be seen est news at Harrison, and I think have a passion for what they do.” me informed when it comes to on the High School website or Husky Headlines is the solution Already the production news,” says freshman Phil Mi- the Cable TV station Channel 74. to that problem.” has received positive feedback, lana. “They present themselves It’s entirely a student- with much of the student and fac- well and make it easy for any run production that covers all ulty here at Harrison benefiting student to understand.” Gilda’s Club Invites Teen Essay Entries Rob Sperduto Entertainment Editor

Gilda’s Club, a remark- Gene Wilder, and cancer psycho- by young writers” that can help third. However, one’s main moti- able community organization therapist, Joanna Bull, opened shape their community by shar- vation for the contest should be that helps families cope with Gilda’s Club in New York City ing their experience with cancer. to share his or her story, not to cancer, needs your help! The in hopes The es- win a prize. organization’s fifth annual “It’s of fulfilling say must For more details, the entry Always Something” Teen Es- Radner ’s be typed form can be found on the Gilda’s say Contest is right around the dream. It and t he Club website or at Harrison High corner. Harrison High School has since length School. Or, contact informa- urges any student who has been made an must fall tion is directly available for Jen impacted by a cancer diagnosis impact on between Scully (Gilda’s Club Teens and in any way to consider sharing a national 500-2000 Families Manager) via email or their experiences, as it will help level. Cur- w o r d s . phone. Her email is: jscully@gil- a great cause. rently, the T h e dasclubwestchester.org; Scully’s Gilda’s Club was named organiza- deadline phone number is: 914.644.8844. in tribute of Gilda Radner, a co- tion has for which If this contest doesn’t di- medienne and original Saturday over 5,000 the essay rectly affect you, be sure to Night Live veteran, who passed mem- must be pass the information along to away in 1989 from ovarian can- bers, has submitted your friends and family, and en- cer. Written in her autobiogra- seen over is March courage anyone who struggles phy, It’s Always Something, it 100,000 24, 2013. with issues related to cancer to was Radner’s dream for anyone member consider this essay. Any type who had been through the emo- visits, and continues to grow. The reception will be held of story goes a long way and tional hardships from the deadly For more information, go online at Gilda’s Club Westchester on can potentially change another disease to have the opportunity to http://www.gildasclubnyc.org/ May 6, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. The individual’s life. to receive support and relieve index.php. prizes include a $500 cash As Gilda Radner promoted stress from the struggles of The “It’s Always Some- award for first place, a $250 years ago, this contest shows us reality. thing” contest is looking for “hon- Amazon Gift Card for second, that, “No one should have to face Gilda Radner’s husband, est, detailed personal essays and a $100 Apple Gift Card in cancer alone.”

Husky Herald - Page 11 Positively Dealing With Drama Rose Stokoe Staff Writer Every teenage girl who and won’t People often think if has ever had the pleasure of go- “Way too solve the you try to talk something out with ing to high school knows about m a n y problem. someone face-to-face, it will just the inevitable drama that will people lead to a fight. Don’t dust off the occur. Harrison, while maybe deal with Using boxing gloves just yet; instead of not having a fight blow up every their Facebook taking it to the ring, try talking it day, still has its fair share of problems to tell ev- out. This means actually talking throw downs. over text e r y o n e it out, not throwing a variety of Surprisingly there are or Face- how you curse words at the person you other ways to resolve problems. book,” are going dislike. While it may make you Most students enjoy seeing two sopho- to “ take feel better to best that girl you other kids go at it till security gets more Ar- her down” hate by cleverly revealing she there, but wouldn’t themselves iel Coo- can actu- has questionable morals, it will start swinging in the middle of nin said. ally lead never solve anything. school. Fighting physically in “It really t o y o u There is no problem, no school can bring serious con- doesn’t Can’t we just be friends? getting in matter how large, that should sequences that make some stu- s o l v e Courtesy of Melanie Singer trouble. end in physical violence. Doing dents shy away from a physical much because most of the time Threatening violence, even if so is actually assault. It may form of fighting. they don’t deal with the issue at you are kidding, is never okay. seem fun now, but it won’t be so Before you go and start hand.” It is especially not okay if you do funny when you have trouble get- punching that person you hate, Facebook is never the way it online where it stays forever. ting into your dream college and think. There are ways of dealing to go when dealing with a feud. It You have no idea who is taking they decline you because of the with people other than with your is way too public and often brings a picture of it and showing the suspension you received. What fists. Taking out your aggression more spectators rather than solv- school or the threatened per- person is actually worth that? angrily may seem easier than ing the problem. son’s parents. Always try to resolve is- having an actual face-to-face If someone tries to start a “When someone thinks sues with your words, but if that confrontation (no, that doesn’t fight with you via any social net- they’re being funny by calling doesn’t work, leave it alone. You mean Facebook) but it just leads working site, whether it’s Twitter, me names online, I’m actually don’t want a stupid High School to more drama. Talking it out, Facebook, or anything you use, just sitting there laughing,” said spat affecting your future. while maybe seeming stupid, can ignore it. Engaging the person sophomore Jillian Roos. “It’s so actually help you. will only bring attention to it stupid and immature.” What are your plans for Spring Break?

“Going to Florida for baseball.” “I’m just staying home.” “Coming to school to make up “I’m not going anywhere.” - Senior Tom Lovinger - Junior Rula Samad for the snow day.” - Freshman Natalie Suozzo - Sophomore Dylan Manley Husky Herald - Page 12 You are SO Communication UnFriended Breakdown Rose Stokoe Sam Mandell Staff Writer Staff Writer Everyone, regardless of equivalent to avoiding them like The other day I gender, age, or level of niceness, the plague and ignoring them was in the car with my fights with their friends. These when they dare speak to you. family and my little broth- might not to be huge blow-ups This may leave the people getting er’s friend. The conversa- that ruin a friendship and cause the cold shoulder a bit confused tion was flowing smoothly two people to never speak again, on why their “bestie” suddenly between my parents and but little spats still are fights. hates them. Chances are news me, but as I looked in the An argument can start over will get around from their other back seat to see what a crush, a forgotten birthday, or a friends on why they are officially my brother and his friend comment that was way over the iced out. were doing, I only saw line. Whenever they start, tension If you are having trouble the top of their heads. arises between two people who with your friends, but would rather It was easily noticeable were the best of friends before salvage the friendship than never what they were doing; Courtesy of abovethelaw.com the conflict. talking EVER again, there are they were both playing or interaction that would other- While unfortunate, a large other options. This may shock on their iPod touches, playing wise be made face-to-face. conflict can rip apart a previously you, but you can actually talk different games by themselves. “I think it’s shown a major perfect friendship. It’s a shame to them about it,face-to-face, There was no conversation at decline in human interaction,” when two people let something not Facebook to Facebook, or all, no personal connection, no said junior Alex DosSantos, “be- tear them apart, but depending DMing or Popchatting or Texting interaction or bonding. If there cause people are more focused on the offense that caused the or any other convoluted electronic was any communication at all, it on themselves and are drawn fight, it can be for the best. method of contacting someone. was over what game they were to their phone rather than to the “I had a girl who I thought “My friends and I were playing. people they are actually with at was my best friend until I heard on the outs because I had been While the technological the time.“ she was talking way too friendly cancelling plans on them a lot,” advantages of such large ad- Although face-to-face in- to my ex- boyfriend,” said one said junior Zoe Rheingold. “At first vancements in electronics are teraction has declined drasti- sophomore on the condition of they didn’t talk to me, but after great, the consequences are just cally, communication on a global we discussed it, all was as large as well. In my sixteen scale through technology and mended. Now I would years of living (which I can’t say is our understanding of the world never ditch them!” a lot, compared to others), I have and the universe have increased Most stupid little seen a major decline in personal dramatically. Today we are able to fights aren’t worth los- human connection, interaction look out into distant space, com- ing a friendship over, and conversation. Over the past municate with people right down but if someone has couple of years, face-to-face the block or on the other side of been acting really bad- interaction has declined, and the world in a matter of minutes. ly towards you, end technological interaction has Through Email, Instant Messag- it. If they are making increased dramatically. It used ing (IM) and texting, communica- you upset repeatedly, to be that if you wanted to find tion has exploded exponentially. then their friendship is someone or meet someone or Many will argue that it has helped hardly worth it. talk to someone, you would go humanity continue to grow. If you caused a out and find them yourselves and However, the main prob- friend to get mad or an- take action. But now, if you want lem still remains. The conse- gry, don’t just assume to do any of that, you can do it in quence of advancing technology they are overreact- five minutes over Facebook, text, is that phones and iPods are ing; think about it from Facetime or video chatting. Not to capable of almost anything, and their point of view. That say that there isn’t conversation today almost anyone can have may seem pointless made between two people, but one, including elementary school if you are POSITIVE there is no personal connection students. Kids, teenagers and you did nothing, but adults will continue to rely on this obviously if they are technology and focus on their angry, it’s because you Courtesy of Amy Carton phones rather than the person did something. next to them. In a global sense, anonymity. “I normally wouldn’t When it comes to friends, it is a lot harder to come up with a have cared much, but this boy- you will fight, you will forgive, and solution because technology will friend broke my heart and she you will hold a grudge (maybe), inevitably continue to advance. knew that. The fact she would but don’t ruin something great However, locally parents can cause me that pain made me so over some stupid fight. wait until their kids are older to angry! I just wanted to freak out get them phones, and kids today on her, but considering I didn’t can easily put their phones away want to get suspended for hitting as well. Facebook or Twitter can her I just froze her out.” wait. Freezing people out is Courtesy of Amy Carton

Husky Herald - Page 13 Security: How much is needed? Helina Dawit Staff Writer

Though school security aspect that hit home in Harrison affected by the measures taken “An SRO is different than has always been an issue, it was the question: How much in the direct aftermath of New- a police officer,” he explains. seems as if in the wake of the security is enough security to town. Yet Assistant Principal “While they are obviously part Newtown shootings, it has taken prevent another school shooting Mastrota assures us this is not a of the police force, the training its place front and center in ev- from happening, especially here? long-term plan. they will have gone through to eryone’s minds. Every teacher, Currently, the answer “The police officer being become an SRO will enable them principal, superintendent and comes to students in the form stationed here was a decision to integrate into a school culture parent in the nation has been of an armed Harrison police made by the Chief of Police and as a police officer in a way that is self-evaluating, reassessing officer who is stationed by the the Superintendent, but what meaningful as opposed to having and wondering: Could it happen main entrance at HHS, along has come out of that is to once a police officer merely assigned here, and if so, what can we do with other safety precautions like again have a Student Resource here.” to prevent this? locking all the doors, especially Officer” says Mr. Mastrota. He That is the long-term goal. On December 14, 2012, the outer ones that lead into/out maintains that the police officer Whether we want to face it or not, Adam Lanza forced his way into of the school. currently stationed at the school times have changed. Having a Sandy Hook Elementary School But how effective would is only a measure in place until an sign-in sheet by the front door with a Bushmaster AR-15 as- these actions be in preventing officer has undergone the right is no longer enough to secure sault rifle and multiple 30-round an armed person intent on do- training to become the next SRO. a school. Since the start of this magazines in hand. He killed ing damage here? To really The necessary officer will assure decade alone, there have been 20 first-graders and six educa- effectively prevent another such the safety of the students and will 31 school shootings ranging tors. While his motives are still incident, a lot of changes need be integrated into the school’s from one person injured in Perry unclear and an official report has to occur not only in our school, culture as well. That, according Hall, MD, to the recent 26 dead yet to be released, it has created but within the American culture. to Mr. Mastrota, is the significant in Newtown, CT. That is 31 too a nationwide wildfire that has Whether it’s going to happen by difference between an SRO and many. The Student Resource prompted possible changes to gradually changing the prevalent a police officer. Officer would be trained for such gun laws and gun control and a gun culture that exists within the Though students don’t situations to help secure our school-by-school assessment U.S., or by getting rid of guns seem to mind the officer now, school, while also becoming a by nearly every administration completely, a more significant they say that his presence isn’t positive part of our HHS culture. regarding school security. and widespread change needs necessarily a positive either. An The gun debate could be to take place. Until then, Harrison SRO would change that, assures another article entirely, but the High School will continue to be Mr. Mastrota. More like extended agony Peri Mendelsohn Staff Writer

With the culmination of the understood that the Extended week the Extended Essay first half of senior year comes the Essay was a necessity for the IB drafts were due on turnitin. first deadline of the ever dreaded diploma, yet the early due date com happened to be when and excruciating component of in mid-December still came as a the numerous tests and proj- the IB Program: The Extended shock for many. Even with plen- ects in anticipation of winter Essay. Senior IB students did tiful warning about the essay’s break, and preparation for not blindly agree to enroll in the importance, it seems as if the IB Internal Assessments are Extended Essay has taken a due. The week before break backseat in students’ minds is notorious for causing high in the last few months. stress levels, not to mention TOK teachers have that students are distracted stressed the EE from the by the upcoming break. Add- beginning of September, but ing an additional deadline of it seems as if the essay’s such importance definitely significance has only just did not ease the already hov- set in for IB students. One ering pressure. could use the word “insane” “Nearly everyone to describe the state of mind wrote the entire essay in one of stressed IB students this night,” commented Kate Fax- Courtesy of ibo.org December. Many IB stu- on regarding her EE struggle. sleep, struggling to complete the dents have complained about “It was generally a really stressful 4,000-word nightmare. Hopefully next year’s diploma candidates Courtesy of ibo.org the essay’s abrupt deadline process.” along with the various other As the deadline for the will be wise and take a more Diploma Program without know- commitments and events at this final draft approached, diploma proactive approach. ing the consequences; everyone busy time of year. The very candidates lost more and more Husky Herald - Page 14 Privacy versus Public Information Ariel Coonin News Editor On December 14, our see in the news. It seems a bit to the shooting. People were turns it from private (or semi-pri- country experienced a tragedy personal. It makes everyone fearful and the journalist from vate) to fully public and accessi- that left everyone in shock. The consider what the limit is for The Journal News believed that ble information. When this article school shooting at Sandy Hook something that can go into the releasing this information would on gun owners in the area was Elementary School in Newtown, news and what is too far. help to ease people’s worries and published, it released information Connecticut, left people in shock As a journalist, one is calm them down. that people consider personal. It and horror, unsure what to do. challenged to write articles with “I think that it was an inva- was clear that this was what the Out of fear people did crazy little to no biases, to share the sion of privacy,” says sophomore author deemed appropriate after things. Suddenly parents were breaking information with read- Sydney Mueller. “I don’t think that the terrible tragedy. debating sending their children ers objectively and leave out it calmed anyone down.” However, not all gun own- to school, police were patrolling personal opinions. So when an Many others agree. Al- ers will commit serious crimes schools, and a national gun con- article sharing extremely per- though the list of licensed gun or any crimes at all. We have to trol debate broke out. sonal information surfaced, it owners can be accessed by be careful with what we publish; All across the country shocked many other journalists anyone with a little research, it there can be negative reactions people disputed whether the as well. still is surprising to find it pub- from the public that are not even second amendment would still The New York Times pub- lished for all to see. To some, considered when the article is apply, or if stricter gun laws were lished an article quickly following it strikes more fear into readers written. Private versus public necessary. People acted out of the article by The Journal News. than comfort when they find out information is something that is fear and made rash decisions. In this article, author David Carr that their next-door neighbor may debated on all levels and until In the heat of moment, discussed how publishing a map have guns. a clear, unanimous decision is The Journal News published of gun owners in the area may While everyone is entitled reached, this sort of information an article releasing information have been going too far for a to freedom of speech and free- shouldn’t be published. on licensed gun owners in the journalist, especially in light of dom of expression, there are area. Although this is technically the recent tragedy in Newtown. arguments stating that there are public information, it’s not exactly It was evident that the map was things that people shouldn’t post something one would expect to published as a rash reaction or publish. Publishing something

Livestrong: What does it mean now? Matthew Miles Staff Writer

A yellow band that once convincing. According to The symbolized hope and desire Los Angeles Times, who inter- for one’s good health has now viewed many different people, become a sign for doping and the general reaction is they will cheating. Lance Armstrong was never be able to forgive him. once a seven-time consecutive Kathy LeMond said, “He’s Tour de France champion. He a liar, and it never stops. “ now has been banned from pro- Her husband, Greg, a fessional cycling for life. He is three-time Tour de France title banned because he used illegal winner, said, “I don’t think he’s performance enhancing drugs sorry.” This used to stand for something. Courtesy of Livestrong during his career. According to Sophomore Jared Gaynes Espn.com, Lance Armstrong ness as well. Lance created Livestrong band isn’t as signifi- said, “He is the biggest fraud in has been stripped of all his titles. shirts and pants and hats to cant as before because of what sports history.” In addition, he has stepped raise awareness for Livestrong, Lance Armstrong did, cheating at Will Lance Armstrong ever down from his job as chairman but the most important piece of his sport and going against what be thought of as anything be- for his “Livestrong” foundation merchandise was a little yellow society expects of him. sides a cheater and a liar? Many which,Espn.com notes, has band that people wore on their The general public today think his apology was insincere. raised millions of dollars for wrists. In block letters, it said now believes that Lance Arm- It is unlikely that people will ever cancer. ‘Livestrong.’ The Livestrong strong is detrimental to society. think of Livestrong the same Livestrong was created band was worn by everybody, In an interview with Oprah Win- way again. by Lance Armstrong in 1996 celebrities and average citizens frey, Lance apologized for his when he was diagnosed with alike. It has inspired people all actions and told the people that Stage Three Testicular Cancer. over the world and has served once believed in him to forgive His goal by creating Livestrong as a model for other charities as him because he said that he was to support people affected well. Its message is hope and to made a big mistake. However, by cancer and to raise aware- continue to fight on. Today the his confession was not believably Husky Herald - Page 15 Renaissance Festival Doth Rock The HPAC

Sarah Camillone Staff Writer On Thursday, December The With each passing different component parts all 13, 1012, the annual Renaissance Renaissance year, I grow more make singing a madrigal piece Festival took place. It was as Festival and more impressed even more exciting. Even if if this reporter was transported did not only with the level of you’ve never been involved in back in time, back to the time include dedication, talent, and Madrigals, next year is the perfect period of the Renaissance. The singing, it professionalism put opportunity to try out and learn extravagant outfits, the lovely included forth by our performing more about this type of music, voices and instruments all make performances arts students.” and what it sounds like. the Renaissance Festival an from the orchestra, and various Madrigals provide a great “I’ve never sung Madrigal unforgettable experience. drama performances too. This opportunity for trying a new way style music before,” said The selective Madrigal annual experience has been of singing, and to experience sophomore Roma Scarano. singing group sings pieces that growing with each successive music from the Renaissance “It was a great experience are, true to their name, called year. time period. to challenge and expand my madrigals. A madrigal is a vocal “Over the past seven “I’ve been in madrigals for knowledge of different genres music composition, usually a years, the Renaissance festival three years, and I have found of music.” part song, meaning that it is has grown, and it will continue it to be a very fun experience, Sophomore Paula Segovia written with different vocal parts: to do so. We had our largest along with learning a lot about perfectly summarizes the festival: soprano, alto, tenor, and bass. number of madrigals this year, the different techniques used “I think that the Renaissance According to chorus close to 30 singers,” said Ms. in madrigal singing,” said junior Festival was something teacher Ms. Fusco, “Musically, Fusco. “In addition, we had Sarah Curtis. “Even though it completely out of the glory and madrigals are quite difficult to student participation from both may be challenging, at the end spirit of those glorious times. perform. The harmonies are very our high school orchestra and of the day, it turns out sounding It was absolutely magnificent,” intricate, the rhythms challenging, theatre arts classes. Our tech really great.” she said. and the fact that it’s all a cappella crew runs everything, from The challenging rhythms, adds to their complexity.” lighting to executing deck moves. singing a cappella, and the Choral Cabaret Makes Sweet Music Sarah Camillone Staff Writer On Thursday, January either solo, as a duet, or as fantastic.” worthwhile.” 10, 2013, Harrison High School part of a larger group, helping Chris Morris brought the “It was a lot of fun to see hosted its biannual Choral improve the singers’ performance show together, he inspired people everyone sing,” said freshman Cabaret. Each school year, the abilities and confidence, making to give their best performances. Elizabeth Marino. “It was great to two cabarets are held at different for a memorable experience. I personally had a great time, see the different ways each song restaurants, allowing attendees With the guidance of Chorus singing at this cabaret made was performed.” to eat and relax as they listen teacher Ms. Fusco, singer also me feel like I have developed The winter cabaret also to the performances. The most had the choice to provide their as a singer, and it made me feel raised money for the Chorus recent cabaret was held at the own musical accompaniment, or appreciated,” said sophomore and Orchestras’ upcoming trip Westchester Burger Company enlist Ms. Fusco to accompany Rosemarie Belfiore. “It overall to Boston. Following the trip to in Rye Brook. on the piano. Senior Chris was a great experience, and Boston, the Chorus will hold its “The winter cabaret was Morris acted as the MC for the if anyone would like to sing second cabaret, which promises a huge success for everyone,” evening, introducing each act and at a cabaret, I would highly to be even more successful said sophomore Roma Scarano. entertaining the audience with his recommend it.” than the first. If interested in “Lots of family and friends came sense of humor. “Cabaret is always so fun,” participating or attending the to support and it was a lot of fun. “The pretension and said sophomore Troy Tripicchio. cabaret, contact Ms. Fusco. I will definitely do it again.” nervousness was at an all time “Hanging out with people and In preparation for the high,” said senior Chris Morris. getting to know them a little better event, singers choose to perform “Everyones’ performances were always makes the experience

Husky Herald - Page 16 Music 2012: A year in review

Ariel Coonin News Editor With the New Year under- a single person in this school that a song by Gotye in the number top ten have catchy tunes and way, it’s a good time to reflect on can’t belt out the chorus to this one most-streamed spot be- lyrics that people all over the the past year in music. It was popular tune or hasn’t seen a cause most people in the United country have been humming and a long year of the same songs parody video of this song. A bit of States hadn’t even heard of him singing along to for the past year. played over and over on the ra- a shock – but still understandable until “Somebody That I Used To The band represented well in the dio. By this point, most people – Carly Rae Jepson’s pop love Know” was playing basically on top ten for 2012. have all those songs and lyrics song was beaten out by other repeat on every radio station The remaining spots of the stuck in their heads. popular tunes, “Somebody That across the country. It’ll be a true top ten were filled by Nicki Minaj, Spotify, a music stream- I Used To Know,” by Gotye and test of time if Gotye will keep The Wanted, M83, Flo Rida, One ing website, has released the “We Are Young” by the band Fun. producing top ten songs or if he’s Direction and Maroon 5. It’s no results for the Most-Streamed “I’m so sick of ‘Call Me had his 15 minutes of fame and surprise to see the British boy Songs of 2012 in America, and Maybe’,” says sophomore Julia will just become somebody that band, One Direction, tearing some of the answers will surprise Soltz. “I never really liked it in we used to know. up the top ten, as they stole the you. America’s favorite pop star the first place. I’m glad it wasn’t The band Fun showed hearts of America in this past Justin Bieber, famous for striking number one.” up twice in the top ten, proving year. The same goes for the rest “Bieberfever” into fans all across “Call Me Maybe” is filled that they are completely able to because, as much as we’d like the world, did not even make with fun, repetitive lyrics that produce addictive music that to deny it, we know all the lyrics the top 25. He comes in a rough some people really enjoy listen- people just can’t seem to get out to almost every song on this list. thirty-second for his “hit” song ing to, yet others, not so much. of their heads. Maybe 2013 will be filled with “Boyfriend.” Whether you like it or not, it’s “I’m a big fan of Fun,” says refreshingly new music – let’s Summer 2012’s hit pop undeniable that you’re capable sophomore Roma Scarano. “I hope so. song “Call Me Maybe” by Carly of belting out the chorus of this think their songs are passionate Rae Jepson coming in third was song. and enjoyable to sing along to.” a huge shock. It’d be hard to find It’s slightly puzzling to see Both songs by Fun in the

New Lonely Island Release Due to Drop in 2013 Rob Sperduto Entertainment Editor

Last year, another era of Samberg made the first with a surprising tag at the end of Schaffer. While this is purely NBC’s Saturday Night Live came surprise of the night when he the video. The tag read “Lonely speculation, it is likely that they’ll to a conclusion when beloved appeared in Adam Levine’s Island. New Album. 2013.” make more appearances, as cast member Andy Samberg monologue, humorously provid- This surprise wasn’t mentioned old members tend to frequently made his decision to depart from ing advice to Levine for his debut the night before so it came as come back here and there. the show along with fellow staff as host. While this was amus- even more of a pleasant sur- Junior Ralph Tancredi said, “I writers, and close friends, Jorma ing, the real news of the night prise for Lonely Island fanatics. hope Andy Samberg comes back Taccone and Akiva Schaffer. It came just before the Weekend The Lonely Island’s last album, again; I’ll never forget the ‘Great was difficult to see the three Update, with The Lonely Island’s “Turtleneck and Chain,” was Day’ skit; Digital Shorts were comedic geniuses leave since first Digital Short since their exit released two years ago in 2011, my favorite part of the show.” they made such an impact on from the show, featuring Adam leaving fans yearning for more. Besides, SNL members never the sketch comedy show through Levine and musical guest Ken- When asked about his thoughts really leave the show, do they? their pre-recorded segments drick Lamar. Entitled “YOLO,” on the upcoming album, Junior Aside from Saturday Night under the comedy troupe, The the trio parodied the ridiculous- Josh Kaidanow said, “I’m really Live, 2013 will be a busy year Lonely Island. However, like ness of Drake’s belief that “You excited for the new album. Their for Andy Samberg, with a future any cast member who departs Only Live Once”, by looking at it last two albums were hilarious FOX comedy pilot managed by from SNL, the show must go on; through a contrary perspective and I have high expectations for Phil Lord and Chris Miller (21 Season 38 rolled on through last and acronym: “You Oughta Look this one.” Jump Street) also in the works September, leaving heartbroken Out.” While the song wasn’t their Around Harrison High (via Entertainment Weekly). audiences without the classic “An best work, their signature style School, the trio’s newest album While it’s always an emotional SNL Digital Short” segment of of taking the meaning of com- seems to be even more an- time when a beloved cast mem- the show. However, on January mon pop-culture references to ticipated due to the fact that the ber leaves SNL, it’s very exciting 26, Andy Samberg made his first the extreme was amusing. The Samberg, Taccone, and Schaffer to see what their future holds for guest appearance since depart- song and accompanying video have left SNL. them. It’s time to hang up those ing SNL on the Adam Levine/ felt even more enjoyable since It’s also exciting to think turtlenecks and chains and pre- Kendrick Lamar episode. Along it’s been such a long time that that with a future album in the pare for The Lonely Island’s next with this appearance, Samberg a Digital Short’s been released. works, more frequent quest ap- hilarious album and other work in brought some exciting news A few hours after the epi- pearances and Digital Shorts the near future! regarding a new Lonely Island sode aired, “YOLO” was posted on SNL might be in the works album for 2013. on the trio’s YouTube channel for Samberg, Taccone, and

Husky Herald - Page 17 Top 10 Movies of 2012 Jamie DeRosa and Rob Sperduto Staff Writers

mal Activity sequels and lame movies in a long time. The Cabin slashers. Sinister is easily the in the Woods is a parody on the most uncomfortable and chilling horror genre without feeling like viewing experience of the year, a spoof. It manages to be funny, but that’s the beauty of it. “It was scary, and surprising at the same hard to keep my eyes directly on time, which is no easy feat. The the screen. I haven’t been that plot to this is better left under scared by a movie in a while,” wraps because the less you says junior Matt Bruzzano. It is know about it, the more you’ll be well acted, very well shot, and blown away when you watch it. offers unique scares in a genre It’s that good. that’s becoming more and more 4.) The Dark Knight Ris- predictable with each new entry. es- Without question one of this 7.) Ted- In a year void of year’s most hyped movies, the Courtesy of disney.go Courtesy of themovieblog.com In the Academy’s choices comedies, Ted was a breath of beloved trilogy came to an end – 2012 sent us off with Quentin at this year’s Oscars, some mov- fresh air. As the directorial debut this year with epic results. While Tarantino’s eighth film, a spa- ies were ignored entirely. Holly- of Family Guy creator and recent Bane might not be a better villain ghetti western starring Jamie wood doesn’t always agree with Oscars host Seth McFarlane, than the Joker, he offered some- Foxx about a freed slave turned the critical acumen of a Harrison Ted is destined to become a thing completely different by bounty hunter who sets off on a High School teenager. As such, classic in the genre up there beating the crap out of Batman journey to rescue his wife from we offer up our list of the top 10 with the likes of Anchorman and on numerous occasions, some- the worst plantation in Missis- movies of 2012: Superbad. Longtime fans of Mc- thing viewers have never seen sippi. This film is everything that 10.) Wreck it Ralph- A Farlane’s work will instantly be before. It’ll be tough for whatever a fan of Tarantino could want love letter to video game fanat- able to connect with this type of comes next to top the trilogy from an all star supporting cast ics, and a well made family movie humor. Filled with tons of pokes Christopher Nolan created. (Leonardo DiCaprio, Samuel L. in its own respect. Wreck it Ralph at modern media, Ted is easily 3.) The Avengers- A proj- Jackson, Christoph Waltz,Don is funny, charming, and has a one of the most memorable com- ect four years in the making Johnson) that contributes to the cast of loveable characters. This edies in a while and a promising finally saw the light of day earlier director’s signature violence and is a well above average animated start to McFarlane’s career as a this year with unbelievably suc- humor that’s always enjoyable to film which some are calling this film director. cessful results, destroying box watch. Like most of his movies in generation’s Toy Story. Expect 6.) Skyfall – After the office records with an absurd the past, Django Unchained has this one to become a major se- last Bond entry, Quantum of 207 million dollar opening. It is been criticized by the media for ries in the future. Solace, underwhelmed fans of clear people liked it, and who can its wide use of profanity, racial 9.) Chronicle- The found- the franchise, Skyfall came back blame them? It was everything slurs, and intense scenes. How- footage genre is one that is with a vengeance that made fans wanted and more. Director ever, Quentin Tarantino dared to generally suited to horror mov- any still skeptical about Daniel Joss Whedon at the helm of enter a part of American history ies. Chronicle was a different Craig’s performance as 007 eat the project added his signature that we’re not proud of, and ex- take on a genre that their words. Direc- mixture of humor, suspense, and pose it accurately for what it was. has become over- tor Sam Mendes action. For the most part, every What most don’t understand saturated with bad, showed the world character had their opportunity is that, at the heart of the film, unoriginal films. that James Bond to shine on screen, which is a Django Unchained is an epic It showed a “real- can contain a mix major feat to produce in a two quest of love and redemption that istic” take on the of dark realism and a half hour movie. Hailed just so happens to take place a super hero genre while still being as the “greatest superhero film few years prior to the Civil War. by showing what able to be suave of all time by Chuck Walto of would happen if a and represent what Fandango, there’s no excuse to group of teenagers every man wants not see this movie. got super powers. to be. “As a huge 2.) The Hobbit- Serving It was well acted fan, I can say that as the prequel to the greatest by a fresh group of Skyfall is easily movies of all time (no argument), actors and was a the most enjoyable The Hobbit had a ton to live up to. very solid directo- bond film in years,” While obviously not as strong as rial debut for Josh says junior Sam what came before it, The Hobbit Trank. Chronicle is Colangelo. It was surprised with some of the best a great way to cel- performances of the year, espe- among the best of Courtesy of ebay the found-footage ebrate the fiftieth cially from Martin Freeman and genre, with one of the most thrill- anniversary of Bond and get Andy Serkis who stole the show ing endings in recent memory. people psyched for whatever again with his insanely awesome 8.) Sinister - Good hor- comes next in this mega series. performance as Gollum. This ror movies are hard to come by 5.) The Cabin in the was a great start to what is no these days. The past few years Woods - This was one of the doubt going to be a great trilogy. Courtesy of imdb have been overrun by Paranor- most unique and well written 1.) Django Unchained Husky Herald - Page 18 And the Oscar Goes To... Clarissa Karantzis Staff Writer Every year, millions of always the adventurous ones, out celebrities like Charlize thank you." people (40.3 million this year to who bring fashion to a whole Theron and Channing Tatum After much anticipation, be exact) wait to watch the most new level, like when Lizzy Gar- to perform a dance number to the Oscar for “Actor in a Lead- anticipated, spectacular awards dine wore a dress made out of help him “improve” his doomed ing Role” was given to Daniel show of the year. Celebrities American Express cards in 1995, reputation. Numerous musical Day-Lewis, for his inspiring and and people all over the world get or when Bjork wore a swan dress numbers performed by celebri- moving portrayal of President ready for Hollywood’s biggest at the 2001 Oscars. ties followed, staying true to the Lincoln in the film Lincoln. This night, the Oscars. Whether in Even more important than theme of the night of celebrating was his third Oscar- he had won front of your own living room’s the right dress or Tux are the music in films. two others in "Actor in a Leading television, at viewing parties acceptance speeches, and ev- As the night went on and Role" for My Left Foot in 1990, found across the nation, or as a ery year pressure is put on the the statues were handed to and There Will Be Blood in "seat filler" at the actual event (to celebrities to make the perfect elated winners, the anticipation 2008. After much suspense, the fill in the seat of a celebrity as he one. With the shock of winning an as to who would win best actor/ Oscar for "Best Picture" was an- or she steps away), the excite- Oscar, the need to thank friends, actress and, of course, best film, nounced by First Lady Michelle ment is bound to overtake you. family, and people who helped mounted. Life of Pi picked up Obama (who joined the festivities The first Academy Awards with the making of film, and the four Oscars, the most through- via big screen from the White was held in 1929 to recognize fact that the winners are speak- out the night. Argo took home House). It went to Argo, with achievements in films from 1927 ing to an audience of millions, the three, followed by Les Misera- director Ben Affleck. Completely and 1928. Only 270 people at- speeches don't blés and Skyfall shocked by the win, Affleck tended, tickets sold for five dol- always c ome with two. The rambled and stumbled a little lars, and the ceremony lasted out as eloquent- Oscar for “Actor over his words as he gave his ac- about 15 minutes with 15 statu- ly as hoped. in a Supporting ceptance speech, nevertheless ettes given out. The ceremony Nevertheless, Role” was given expressing his thankfulness and wasn’t broadcast for the pub- the gratitude, to Christoph appreciation for receiving the fa- lic until the second Academy surprise, and Waltz in Django mous award from the Academy. Awards, which aired on a radio happiness of Unchained, his His win was an impressive one station. As the years went by winning an Os- second Oscar. and surprised many, since he and Oscars became more popu- car can always He had won an was ignored by the Academy in lar, more and more categories be seen on the Oscar in the the directing category. appeared, such as Costume faces of nomi- same category Some of the highlights Design, Best Supporting Actor nees turned back in 2010 for of the night were Adele singing and Actress, etc. The twenty- winners and the film Inglori- "Skyfall" (who won an Oscar for fifth Academy Awards was the makes an im- ous Basterds. Best Song), and a rare appear- first time that the ceremony was pression (posi- The Oscar for ance of Barbra Streisand singing televised, and in 1966, the thirty- tive or negative) “Actress in a “The Way We Were” in an emo- eighth Awards were the first to be on the viewers. Supporting tional tribute to Marvin Hamlisch. televised in color, allowing audi- The cov- Role” was giv- The entire cast of Les Miserablés ences at home to experience the erage of the en to the much sang a powerful medley of the event in all its grandeur. 2013 Oscars, deserving and songs featured in the musical, The glamour aspect is held at the expected Anne but Jennifer Hudson brought the almost as important as who goes Dolby Theater Hathaway, for house down with a standing ova- home with the little gold statue. in California, her impressive tion with her performance of "And With red carpet “best and worst began as early performance as I Am Telling You I'm Not Going." dressed” lists, celebrities always as 4:30 p.m., Fantine in the The 85th Academy dazzle the audience with iconic as people pre- musical Les Awards were again a success, fashion moments, and some- pared for those Courtesy of funfacts Miserablés. As with great performances, laugh- times mishaps. But the Oscars who would soon she smilingly ac- ter, some eyebrow-raising jokes, weren’t always so glamorous. In flood the Red Carpet. Slowly, the cepted her first Oscar, she said some mishaps, and lots of enter- its early years, it wasn't unusual celebrities arrived, posing for the that her “dream had come true.” tainment. However, it wouldn't for women to wear a fancy suit, cameras, giving interviews, and One of the most coveted awards be an Oscar night without it go- or even - yes it happened - a wowing the audience with their is for “Actress in a Leading Role”, ing overtime. The show ran 30 nightgown. Over time, the glitz fashion. Within half an hour, the which was awarded to Jennifer minutes late, even though only and glamour became more im- carpet was full of the anxious Lawrence for her role in Silver the speech of the Visual Effects portant, and the phrase "Who yet excited nominees, waiting Linings Playbook. Completely team for Life of Pi was cut off. are you wearing?" became as to enter the theater. The show shell-shocked, the actress went Nevertheless, it was a night to important as "And the Oscar opened at 8:30, with first-time to make her way up on the stage, remember. Now we have another goes to..." Recaps of the fashion host Seth MacFarlane. Within but took a tumble going up the year to watch movies, get excited is what everyone talks about in minutes, William Shatner, aka stairs. After recovering from her over performances, and pick our the days after Oscars- the best Captain Kirk, appeared via large fall, the audience gave a stand- choices for the 86th Academy dressed, the ones who wore too screen, to warn MacFarlane that ing ovation, to which she replied, Awards in 2014. much or too little, and then of he would be the worst Oscar "You guys are just standing up course "The Red Carpet Hall host ever. MacFarlane, listen- cause you feel bad that I fell and of Shame." And then there are ing to Shatner’s advice, brought that's really embarrassing, but Husky Herald - Page 19 In “The Sweet Life of Ben and Coby,” food-loving juniors Ben Adler and Coby Lefkowitz invite you to join them as they sample the best fare the tri-state area has to offer! In this installment, the duo takes a trip to Polpettina’s Pizza and Home Style Eatery on Fisher Avenue in Eastchester, where local and organically grown foods are turned into superb Italian specialties!

Pictures courtesy of Polpettina.com Almost instantly after we and turning it into an entirely In addition to this, there exited our car, we became im- new dish. Something resembling were two beautiful young ladies mersed in the full experience of Italian Poutine, the generous (maybe 65, 70 years young) Polpettina simply by getting a portion of fries came covered in seated at a table very close table. To go to any popular eatery local mozzarella cheese and a by and basically attached to is one thing, but grabbing two of house-made Bolognese sauce. ours. The last thing I wanted twenty seats at this small modern A volcano of cheesy, saucy was to gross out these ladies! Italian kitchen was a real steal. goodness, “just trying” isn’t an It was a very Anthony Bourdain Rustic wooden tables are ac- option. “Pass the fries” soon moment how we were enjoying cented with splashes of modern became the slogan of the meal, such great food, and involved in design in what culminates into a as we battled to finish the falsely discussion with two people we Eggplant chips piled high. very pleasing visual experience. named “small size” of this house can taste it. The meatballs, on had never met before, but act- In a few words, it can be de- special. On a lighter note, we the other hand, left something ing like we were all related due to scribed as shared an arugula to be desired. Arriving in a cute some technicality, likely the great a modern salad served with a presentation displaying each of food on our respective tables. In Italian balanced vinaigrette the three meatballs on separate a sense, we think that’s what the Countr y dressing and per- dishes with unique sauces and atmosphere of Polpettina tries to style eat- fectly sweet roasted flavor profiles, our hopes were provide, and better yet, encour- ery with beets paired with a set high. However, none of the age patrons to do. This welcom- foods for local (again) goat three left us feeling wowed. The ing and social environment is any pal- cheese. The salad traditional version was just that what sets Polpetinna apart from ate. served as a perfect and nothing more, the pork and other Italian restaurants (we live T o introduction for the broccoli rabe take on the clas- in Westchester, people, - there start off, main courses, giv- sic was dry and fell apart too are plenty of places to dig into Coby or- ing us time to make easily, and the Asian chicken some spaghetti). We feel that, at dered the some room for the version seemed to have lost restaurants, the food is only the eggplant chips with wildflower more modern Italian cuisine. sense of what a meatball is. On starting half of the equation. Eat- honey and Polpettina’s take After these appetizers, we a brighter note, our main course ing great food is nothing special if on the not-so-French fries. If took on a Neapolitan Pizza pie finished with a lovely mushroom you aren’t enjoying yourself while eggplant chips seem frightening along with some Chicken, Beef, pasta (available in a gluten-free doing so. Happy diners, delicious at first, don’t be afraid to leave and Pork Meatballs. The pizza version). The mushroom sauce food, a friendly waiting staff: Pol- your comfort zone. As a former was just what we were look- was not overly creamy, and had petinna has the right idea. plain eater (he ing for: a hefty amount of warm smoky Over our not-so-boring only ate Ameri- something flavor, which provided a homey crème brulee rice pudding, the c a n c h e e s e light and feeling to warm us up on a cold night came to a nice close and sandwiches un- c r i s p y . winter day. we felt like we were eating in our til eighth grade), W h o In a very un-American Grandmother’s kitchen rather even he found wants to way, the portions were much than in some side-street Restau- himself strug- s t r u g g l e smaller than we were used to, rant. The question isn’t if we will gling not to pop to stom- and much lighter than expected. be going back, but when. one more crispy, ach thick THIS IS NOT A BAD THING, After careful analysis, our sweet piece of greasy mind you, it left room for more! final review (out of five) is: delicately fried An interior view of Polpettina’s. s l i c e s ? Could I have had 12 slices (two Taste: eggplant into his Certainly pies) and more eggplant chips? mouth! not us. What makes Polpetina a Yes, however being that we were Ambiance: The Polpetinna fries came true “Neighborhood Joint” is the stepping out of our comfort zone, next. There’s nothing like taking use of many local and organic this was not something we were Value: an old classic like French fries, ingredients, and trust us, you at liberty to do. Husky Herald - Page 20 Bike Race Takes Off Temple Run 2:

Sam Mandell The Same, Staff Writer

Over the past couple for obvious reasons. Only Better of months, the game Bike Race Junior Alex Deltufo says, Rob Sperduto has taken over as the new top “A lot of people play it in class Entertainment Editor game. Kids all over the school because it’s so fun. You can play Pictures courtesy of Touch Arcade player and my goal is to collect are playing it wherever they go, with your friends and compete all of the bikes.” while eagerly trying to beat their against yourself. I think that’s the Inside the diamond mine. In the mobile world, seeing best time and race against others best part; the fact that I can play Students of Harrison High a person play a game that came in the multiplayer section. It’s with my friends wherever I am.” School have just been handed out a year or two ago can almost taking its rank as the top game For months, this game another way to procrastinate feel like pure nostalgia in such a in Harrison High School. If not has been at the top, replacing from doing their schoolwork. As short period of time. Currently, the best game on iPhone and Tiny Wings, Angry Birds and of January 16, Imangi Studios Temple Run seems to be in this Android devices, it is certainly Temple Run all in the blink of an released Temple Run 2 on every phase, but with the arrival of its up there among the greats. eye. Bike Race shows no sign of iOS device and it is expected sequel, the name might start to to show up on the Android and sound more familiar around Har- Google App Stores in the com- rison again. ing weeks. Control-wise, Temple Run Travel back about a year 2 is the same as its predecessor; and half ago to 2011. Whether tilting and swiping the screen somebody was sitting down at hasn’t been altered, so picking a track meet, waiting on line, up old skills shouldn’t take too or playing any type of leisure- long. However, visually the ly game on his or her phone, game is a major upgrade. In fact, chances are the game they’d the improved graphics was the be playing was first noticeable as- Temple Run. The pect when starting app sustained up the game; for a such popularity mobile phone, it’s a Pictures courtesy of Apple.com in 2012 that, ac- visual feat. The set- cording to the site ting changes from The game provides a fun stopping at all. With new bikes gamesindustry. a swampy jungle in experience that is competitive, and always a time to beat, there biz, Temple Run the first game to run- addicting, and frustrating, all at is always something to do and was the seventh ning through bridges the same time. With a total of 48 always something to achieve. most downloaded and waterfalls in the levels, 13 attainable bikes and Also, if you’ve achieved every- free iPhone game sky in the sequel. unlimited multiplayer fun, there thing in the single player levels, and the second There are many new is always something to do. play your friends and compete on the iPad list for obstacles to jump Junior Ryan Nangle the year. That’s and dive through, says, “Bike Race is the best pretty impressive like rolling wooden game ever. I can’t get enough for an app to re- spikes, zip-lines, of it. It’s so addicting I even main that popular and even a new rail- play it in class.” for so long when road segment where Senior Luke Elion there are quite lit- the player rides in a says, “I do think it’s taking Can you do the 2? erally hundreds of cart dodging more over the school. It spreads thousands of apps in the store, things that fly at you. like a virus and people get and counting. Temple Run 2 is free really competitive and want However, like most and currently number one on new bikes. It almost turns apps that reach Harrison High Apple’s App Store, so fans of the into more of a competition School, they become fads and first game don’t have a reason to rather than just a game that An opening screen shot. are forgotten just as fast as they avoid it. you can play in your free were introduced. The game that A fan of the series, Junior time.” against them. With the option to seems to be spreading around Michael Robinson said, “I played Although Bike Race is send invites via email, text, and currently is Bike Race, a fun and Temple Run so much when it the number one game among Facebook to any random person competitive time consumer that came out and now I’ll be play- the students at Harrison High out there, a new challenge is al- can be played with friends and ing this one just as much, if not School, it is far from being a fa- ways waiting. Only time will tell other people around the world. more.” vorite for the teachers. For many when the Bike Race phenomena When asked what apps Judging from the popular- classes, Bike Race has been a will stop, but for now, it is one of he’s most using, Junior Michael ity of the first game, expect Tem- big distraction among students the best games out there and will Sin said, “At the moment, I can’t ple Run 2 to make a comeback because they play during their continue to be. get enough of Bike Race. The in the school in coming months. lessons and don’t pay attention. game has an addicting single Teachers are not very fond of this Husky Herald - Page 21 LOTR Prequel Spells Magic

Rob Sperduto Entertainment Editor

Nine years have short, but sweet scene provided desire is to be safe in his house beautiful set pieces and cos- passed since the culmination of a fitting throwback to the previ- reading books rather than on tumes, The Hobbit deserves any Peter Jackson’s stunning The ous trilogy and set up the story an adventure; and Thorin, the award that it will most likely get Lord of the Rings trilogy. Earlier by introducing Martin Freeman, king dwarf whose sole purpose nominated for and sets the story is to lead his people to safety up for a very promising trilogy. and reclaim his home, are com- When asked about the quality of plete polar opposites. Their the movie, junior, Michael Rob- contrasting characteristics truly inson, said, “It exceeded my ex- emphasize the theme of having pectations and it was so good that a place to call home versus the it overshadowed any negative depressing thought of wandering thoughts that I had about it.” Mike about without a purpose. Actors provides an interesting thought as Martin Freeman and Richard there are some grievances with Armitage capture the emotion the film that the audience might between each other, as Thorin have like the portrayal of the zany frequently neglects and resents wizard, Radagast, or the length Bilbo for being puny, helpless, of the film (2 hours, 49 minutes); and an outcast in the group. Sir however, the good far outweighs Ian McKellen’s much loved char- the bad. Any fan of J.R.R. Tolkien acter, Gandalf the Gray, perfectly or fantasy in general shouldn’t be describes Bilbo’s purpose in the disappointed and The Hobbit is story when he says, “I found it is a great sendoff into 2013 as it’s Courtesy of Imdb.com the small one of this year, Jackson reprised his the young Bilbo Baggins. Sim- everyday the last role as director of The Hobbit, ply put, Freeman is the absolute deeds of films of J.R.R Tolkien’s widely praised perfect person to portray Bilbo ordinary 2012. prequel to the Academy Award on the big screen. His short folk that Skep- winning trilogy. While originally and lanky stature represents a keep the tics of planned to be two films, it was Hobbit’s appearance, and by darkness the film announced earlier this year that watching his previous works on at bay. and the novel would be adapted into BBC’s Sherlock and The Office Small people a three-part trilogy. This news UK, Freeman has a firm grasp acts of who aroused my speculation and, not on balancing humor with drama. happi- claim surprisingly, many other fans. The first 30 to 45 minutes are ness and that After all, the novel itself is only what many critics’ gripes seem to love.” Peter 310 pages. A trilogy led many to be about in which they complain The audi- Jack- believe that there would be large about the slow pacing at Bilbo’s ence and son is amounts of filler content (scenes home, The Shire. However, any support- a “sell- not featured in the novel) in the fan of Tolkien knows that his ing char- out” for movie, because it seems like the fantasy is filled with numerous acters expand- whole story could be wrapped amounts of complex characters slowly re- ing the up into a single film, if not two. that are essential to the story; alize this, novel However, in early December, and Jackson’s decision to make espe- into Jackson defended this decision, Bilbo’s introduction to Gandalf the cially with three telling the press, “The book is Gray and the dwarves laid the a scene films written in a very brisk pace, so foundation for each character and involving should pretty major events in the story their relationship with each other. Thorin enter are covered in only two or three Also, the excitement immediately that put the pages.” (E! News) Jackson goes picks up after The Shire and is a warm movie on to discuss the importance very consistent until the end. And smile on and exit of character development, and besides, watching the incredible my face. it with after watching this film, his vision effects and experiencing the this becomes clear. sheer beauty of Middle-Earth There are Courtesy of Amazon thought: The Hobbit begins by is well worth sitting through the so many introducing two familiar faces: extra minutes. great things to talk about in The “Anyone who thinks Peter Jack- Elijah Wood as Frodo Baggins One of the strongest Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey son would fall for market forces and Ian Holm as an older ver- aspects of the film is the chem- that it’s hard to only discuss a around him rather than artistic sion of the protagonist, Bilbo istry between Bilbo and Thorin few. From the fantastic acting to integrity doesn’t know the guy or Baggins. Watching these two Oakenshield (Richard Armitage). the incredible musical score by the body of his work.” – Sir Ian actors reprise their roles for a Bilbo, the small man who’s only Howard Shore to the enormous, McKellen (E! News)

Husky Herald - Page 22 Te’o Gets Catfished By Close Friend

Sarah Mazza Staff Writer

On September 11, 2012, the start of his troubles. On friend, Ronaiah Tuiasosopo, for being “catfished,” was called the sports world heard the January 11th, 2013, Deadspin. made up Twitter and Facebook to investigate the Manti Te’o sto- shocking news about the passing com posted an article about how accounts for a fake female in an ry. Schulman met and fell in love of Notre Dame Football player Lennay Kekua never existed. effort to fool Te’o into believing with Megan, a girl he met online. Manti Te’o’s grandmother and his They also claimed that Manti he was in a relationship with The premise followed Schulman girlfriend, Lennay Kekua. Te’o Te’o was part of an elaborate Lennay Kekua. on the journey of discovering that had an important game against hoax to create sympathy for him “I’m curious to see how ev- the girl he thought he was talking Michigan State that weekend to was actually someone only and people were shocked to find pretending to be Megan, and her out that he wasn’t going to be real name was Angela. The term with either of his two loved ones “catfishing” means someone who for their funeral. Manti had said pretends to be someone they're that he had made a promise to not, using social media to cre- his girlfriend that he would play, ate false identities, particularly regardless of anything that might to pursue online romances. Nev happen to her. Schulman has taken his life ex- Notre Dame went on to periences and turned them into have an undefeated season and a TV show on MTV. earned a spot in the BCS Nation- “Catfish amazes me every al Championship Game against week,” says junior Alexandra Alabama. In addition Manti Te’o Courtesy of MTV Psaros. “I don’t understand how was the runner-up to Johnny some people can develop an Manziel for the Heisman Trophy, in an effort to boost his Heisman erything in this story plays out,” online relationship with someone a trophy not usually awarded to a trophy profile. said junior Danielle Mehlman. for over three years without ever linebacker such as Te’o. New information still is “I’ve been following the story meeting or anything.” On January 7, 2013, Notre coming out day by day, but it is since it came out and just wait- Keep up with the Manti Dame was blown out by Alabama certain that Manti Te’o, through ing for the truth to come out…if Te’o story on any major sports 42-14 and Manti Te’o had one of his interview with Jeremy Schapp it ever does.” site and watch Catfish Mondays the worst games of his college of ESPN, was the victim of a Nev Schulman, a man that at 11 p.m. on MTV. career. However, that was just hoax in which his supposed became a Hollywood sensation Parental Guidance out soon on DVD Callie Fried Staff Writer When a strict mother calls of hand at times, but in the end, any sugar, but soon she turns multiple generation gaps, making her old-school parents to come it all works out how it should be. into a caring, relaxed parent who it that rare movie that grandpar- watch her children for a week, The comedy is fam- just wants the best for her chil- ents, their kids, and their kids madness is not far behind. Her ily friendly, but rated PG due dren. Her husband, Phil (played enjoy,” says Carrie Rickey of the father, Artie, an announcer for to some “rude humor.” The film by Tom Everett Scott) is a bland Philadelphia Inquirer. a minor league baseball team, opened in theaters in December, husband who supports most of “Crystal and Midler are has a very relaxed way of par- and has a running time of 105 his wife’s decisions, typically not such confident pros that their enting. He and his wife, Diane minutes. the role of the man of the house. crack timing elevates even sub- (an ex-weather girl), are very At the beginning of the Each child has their own standard material,” says Eliza- free-spirited and Artie is used to film, Artie (played by Billy Crys- unique personality that makes beth Weitzman, of the New York being in control when it comes to tal) is introduced as a harmless them desirable. They all have Daily News. who deals with what. jokester who looks up to tra- issues and habits, mainly caused Their uptight daughter, ditional American values, and by the way they are raised, such Alice, and her amiable husband, his faithful wife, Diane (played as having OCD. At first the chil- Phil, are invited to celebrate by Bette Midler), embraces dren don’t get along too well with Phil’s success on a trip for an the changes of everyday life. their grandparents, but soon they entire week. They are left with Although such characters are build strong bonds that surprise no choice but to call Alice’s par- fictional, they are based on the entire family, especially Alice ents to come watch their three relatable people who represent who never got along too well with children. how a longtime marital couple her parents. Pandemonium strikes operates. The DVD will be released when the out-of-date Artie and Alice (played by Marisa on March 26, 2013. It will also be Diane clash with the methods Tomei) is first shown as an over- available on iTunes and Amazon. used on their twenty-first century protective, neurotic mother who “Parental Guidance is an grandchildren. Of course get out doesn’t allow her children to eat engaging comedy that bridges Courtesy of IMDB

Husky Herald - Page 23 Stand Apart with Trendy Nail Art Clarissa Karantzis Staff Writer Nail polish is as old as time perfect manicure. signs which can be itself. First worn in 3000 BC, the Celebrities have seized directly applied to Chinese used a mixture of egg this trend seen in almost every your nails. This is whites, beeswax and gelatin to pop magazine. Actress Zooey the perfect alterna- create a form of nail polish. The Deschanel is one celeb who has tive for the “mani- ancient Egyptians used henna not missed the trend. During the cure challenged” to stain their nails. Colored nails Golden Globes in 2012 she was who still want to were a sign of social ranking, and seen with “tuxedo nails” and had sport a trendy and lower classes were only allowed “filmstrip nails” on the red carpet unique nail design to wear very pale colors. Red, at the Golden Globes this year. but unfortunately gold, silver, and black was re- Kelly Osbourne wore a $250,000 don’t have the ar- served for the royal classes, and manicure, in which powdered tistic ability to do punishable by death if worn by black diamonds, yes diamonds, so. Also becoming Husky inspired nails for the expert. anybody else. Even more popular were applied to her nails creat- increasingly popu- Courtesy of Clarissa Karantzis today, yet certainly with no death ing a very unique and expensive lar, is the gel manicure which can toll in store, nail polish still holds manicure. For those of us who be bought in stores, staying on for With their different collections, an important role in the beauty don’t have $250,000 lying around weeks without chipping. Items you’ll be sure to find the perfect regime of people worldwide. to spend on your manicure but such as dotting tools and strip- color that suits you. But there’s Nail polish has become an are dying for this look, try OPI’s ers help to achieve perfect dots no need to spend $8 on these integral part of American culture “The Man with the Golden Gun”. or stripes. 3-D nail polish, shat- brands of nail polish. Brands like and is changing and evolving with Sally Hansen “Xtreme Wear” and fashion itself. In the 20’s, the half Revlon have nail polishes in the moon manicure and red nail pol- $4 range, and work just as well, ish were the height of the fashion. leaving you with a salon worthy The 60’s were known for their manicure. Just beware of pale, demure pastels and the classic chalky colors - they tend to clump French manicure. Then the 80’s up faster. came along with neon colors and For the beginner: Try wild nail art painted onto long painting all your nails one color, nails, forever marking the era as and then your ring fingers a dif- notorious for their outrageous ferent color that “pops”. Your fashion and colorful designs. The manicure will stand out without art of dressing up your nails has any effort. Adding sparkles with always been around, but now, a sparkle polish is a simple way the trend has reached its peak. to make a more playful look. From a simple polka dot pattern For the simple artist: Try to elaborate designs and prints, using tools such as dotting tools nail art has become a method of Courtesy of Clarissa Karantzis and stripers to add simple lines self expression. With companies It is an 18K gold leaf top coat, ter/crackle polish, caviar polish, or polka dots to any manicure. It creating new polishes and nail running at $40 per bottle. Or, matte top coats and adornments will add a little something extra art techniques almost every you can always look on You Tube like gemstones and flocking pow- to the manicure that will make day, it is impossible to miss this where you will be sure to find der all add different elements to people wonder how it got to look craze. Whether you’re going on recreations of these manicures. your nails that give them a unique so perfect. the internet or flipping through YouTube channels, Instagram look. With base coats and top For the expert: Using pages, and websites coats created by every brand and different techniques, such as dedicated solely to nail in every price range, you are left an ombre effect (easiest done art, continue to emerge with all the resources needed for with a makeup sponge), water with the growing trend. the perfect manicure. marbling, or a matte top coat or These sites teach you With the number of nail flocking powder (to add texture) endless techniques polish brands out there, it can be will make people look twice at and tricks to creating hard to find which ones are the your distinctive nail art. the perfect manicure best and give you the most worth With all the different for any event, leaving for your money. This reporter has brands and colors across rang- people wondering how tried a number of different nail ing across the manicure spec- you were ever able to polish brands, a few sticking out trum, you can be sure to find a do that. from the reat. The Essie brand way to express your unique per- Beauty compa- of polish is one of her favorites. sonality. And the best part is, you A sample design for ‘the simple artist.’ can always switch it up and try Courtesy of Clarissa Karantzis nies have not shied Leaving a smooth, glossy coat, a magazine, you can be sure to away from this new trend. and coming in a variety of differ- different techniques to see what find some kind of nail art feature Sally Hansen recently came out ent colors, Essie will not leave suits you best. or tutorial somewhere, teaching with “Salon Effects”: nail strips you disappointed. Up there with you the ways of creating your that come in all colors and de- Essie is OPI and China Glaze. Husky Herald - Page 24 “90 Second Interviews” is a regular feature where we sit down with two teachers 90-Second and see how many random questions they can answer in just 90 seconds.This issue, we interview Science teacher Mr. Randy Gunnell Interviews and Librarian Ms. Catherine Johnson. Johnson Gunnell

Which animal would you be? Squirrel. Which animal would you be? Cat. First crush? In kindergarten I dated a girl on my bus. First crush? Lloyd Lee Shaunter, my 2nd grade crush. Pet peeve? Senioritis. Pet peeve? Kids who leave trash in the library. Coke or Pepsi? Pepsi. Coke or Pepsi? Tea - I quit diet drinks. Dream vacation? Colorado for skiing. Dream vacation? Greece. Favorite vegetable? Asparagus. Favorite vegetable? Asparagus. Ski or snowboard? Ski-board. Ski or snowboard? Ski very slowly. Unbreakable habit? Drinking Soda. Unbreakable habit? Procrastination. First car? Toyota pick-up truck. First car? Red Audi Sedan but it was 10 years old. Favorite animal? Cats. Favorite animal? A cat!. Gloves or mitten? Gloves, I hate mittens. Gloves or mitten? Gloves that have mitterns over the Hot chocolate or coffee? Coffee. top. Favorite TV show? The Colbert Report. Hot chocolate or coffee? Oh a latte, otherwise hot Biggest fear? Water that I can’t see the bottom of. chocolate. Mac or PC? Mac. Favorite TV show? Community. Favorite student? All of them. Biggest fear? Having a meal at a restaurant and not Favorite sport? Hockey. having money to pay for it at the end. Favorite music? Benny Benassy. Mac or PC? I like them both. Hometown? Falconer, NY. Favorite student? Any student I’m talking to. College mascot? Knights. Favorite sport? Lacrosse. Cold or hot? Cold. Favorite music? All kinds. Hometown? Annandale, VA. College mascot? Bison. Cold or hot? Neither or both.

Husky Herald - Page 25 Seniors Dominate Wrestling Season

Ray Corona Sports Editor The Harrison Wrestling Barchella, James Car- Team finished the regular season ducci, Josh Guerrero and posting an impressive 15-4 re- Dom Schepis each picked cord. The vast skill and strength up over 20 wins this sea- of its wrestlers was obvious, son. Junior Max Lukaswitz with the Huskies having success and senior Bobby Scat- in the lower and upper weight enato both posted winning classes. While much of their records this year as well. success could be accredited to Along with these wrestlers, Courtesy of Harrison CSD the strong leadership in Coach The Wrestling Team poses together. the team will rely on junior Nicita, the Husky seniors paved for them to grow for the future.” High School 62-6 and Irvington Max McMullen to continue his the way for much of the overall The Huskies’ season start- 66-6. Overall, the Huskies’ 15-4 dominance into next season. team’s success. Joe Maida, ed slow, with a pair of losses to record showed improvement, The Huskies’ season was Gavin Menchel and Dave Pola- Fox Lane and Port Chester, put- with the Huskies more than dou- more than a success, as many koff shined, leading the team in ting their record at 1-2. However, bling their win total from last year. of the wrestlers’ legacies will wins, while other seniors such as the Huskies rebounded in a big Many of the Huskies have continue for years to come. While Steven Maldonado and Bobby way, picking up four wins in a had their own personal suc- a strong core of wrestlers leave, Scatenato also showed signs of row. The Huskies narrowly won cesses this year as well. Both Joe Maida feels confident that leadership with the team. While against Edgemont, but crushed Maida and Polakoff won the the future will be bright for the the loss of these wrestlers will be New Rochelle and Nyack in Patriot Tournament and Super 16 Huskies. a major blow for the team next convincing contests. Tournament within their weight “I think the team can con- year, many are still confident that The Huskies’ win against classes. Maida and Menchel tinue the success of this season,” the team’s success will continue. Pleasantville would mark the picked up their hundredth career says Maida, “With guys like “We still have a lot of good start of a ten game winning wins during the Sectional tourna- Barchella, Carducci and Mc- wrestlers remaining,” says senior streak. During that span, the ment. Overall, the two narrowly Mullen remaining, the Huskies Dave Polakoff. “The fact that Huskies had some dominating missed out on states, finishing should continue dominating Sec- they’re underclassmen means performances, beating East- fifth in their weight classes. tion One wrestling.” that there is still plenty of room chester 70-12, Burke Catholic Sophomores Frankie Credendino Signs With Fordham Ray Corona Sports Editor After four years of domi- “I’ve had the honor of A Lineman of the Year. This ished the past season at 6-5, but nating at the high school level, playing for Harrison for four past season Credendino was with the additions of Credendino Charlie Credendino will look to years and have so many great voted first team All-League, All- and other promising recruits, the continue his football career at memories,” says Credendino. Section, and All-State. He also Rams have a bright future. the collegiate level. “I’m excited to become a Ram earned the honor of being in the With tremendous talent On February 6, National and help them get back to their National Football Foundation’s and potential, the sky is the limit Signing Day, Credendino signed winning ways.” Golden Dozen, which consisted for Credendino. While it may take his National Letter of Intent to Fordham heavily recruited of students that excelled on the some time for Credendino to play for the Fordham Rams. For Credendino based on his out- field and in school. adapt to his new team, it’s clear Credendino, the signing was bit- standing achievements during At 6’3”and 300 pounds, that Credendino will eventually tersweet, marking the end of his his four years. In his junior year, Credendino will provide a much become a dominant force for high school football career, only as a captain, Credendino earned needed spark for the offensive Fordham and bring success to to begin a new one at Fordham. the honor of Section 1 Class line at Fordham. Fordham fin- their respected football program. Husky Herald - Page 26 Titans Have Successful Season on the Ice Zack Smolev Staff Writer

The Rye Town/Harrison playoff woes and even though too much.” schools, considering the rising Titans are off to an illustrious it’s early, we’ve had a successful “It is necessary for this success this team has sparked start to their season. going 6-3-1 season so far,” said an optimistic team to come together as one for the future. in their first 10 games. However, Chalfin. “No one really expected because critics all over have The last two games of the there seems to be more in the this from us. We are a strong doubted us since Brett Novick season proved to be the push tank. Because of the goals this contender this year to go deep left,” says Captain and fellow the team needed to propel them team has set forth for this sea- into the playoffs.” junior Ian Bass. “Without that into the playoffs, with major wins son, this is just the beginning. Juniors Zack Smolev, camaraderie from past ex- over Horace Greeley and rival Even though the Titans Brian Jacobs, Ian Bass, Ryan periences, guys on this team Rye. The Titans were seeded 6 are combined from three differ- Morningstar, and Jake Picker would’ve fallen apart already. out of 14 and faced Mahopac in ent schools (Harrison, Rye Neck, have been playing together It is extremely hard to get ev- the first round. After a slow start and Blind Brook), the attitude is since their freshman year and eryone from one school to like the score was 2-0 in favor of the one of unity. This team is known have been a part of some very each other. Here we have to get Titans after the second period. for its physical style of play and talented squads. players from three schools to The third period resulted in a 4-1 a relentless approach when it “The loss of senior lead- have patience with one another win against a talented team who comes to preparation and in- ership from last year’s team and I think we’ve realized that’s wasn’t able to come together and timidation. Like the other major has made everyone even more what we need to do to get to the make a strong playoff push. winter sports, hockey serves motivated to do something spe- next step.” The second round was the as an exciting and fast paced cial,” says Brian Jacobs of Blind “It is crucial for us to get end to a year which at first was in game. A decline in fan support Brook. “We don’t just want to off to a good start and propel our question, considering the coach- in recent years has led to a very defend our league title; we want selves into the big games and ing changes after the program’s quiet arena and a fan base, to show that we are capable of then, if we win those, our confi- first league title since 2007. How- which is composed of mainly anything against any team in the dence will run high, which is key ever, the team showed resilience parents and former players. With section to get to that next step, to a successful playoff run” says and toughness to come together three schools comprising the fan which is to have a strong showing junior defenseman Zack Smolev. as a young group. The final base, it should be quite the op- in the playoffs.” “With the playoffs nearing, record of 14-7-2, with victories posite – friends and classmates Freshman standout de- the time to start preparing is in over Rye, Horace Greeley, and should show support for the team fenseman Brian Kelly is one of these games,” noted sophomore Fox Lane, and ties against White members, ones who are devoted the most talented and humble Captain Dom Brescia. “If we Plains, and Lakeland/Panas to practicing nights from 9:45 to players; he has had a whirlwind bring the mentality that they and overtime losses to Horace 11:15 p.m. every other day. the past two years. have to beat us, not that we have Greeley. Coach Jason Rabinowitz “His devotion to team- to beat them into the playoffs, I The defeat at the hands of and his brother, Brian Rabinow- mates and his enthusiasm has think it will be beneficial. Guys Mamaroneck was understand- itz, along with Seth Michelson, made it all the more exciting to won’t be tentative in doing things able; that team has a plethora of make up the new coaching staff play with a guy like that,” says they might not do against top section titles and a coach whose hired this year to develop a defensive partner Zack Smolev. notch teams.” tenure is longer than many play- tough, yet skillful group of play- With the help of Sam Chal- With the collapse of Play- ers’ lives. While the defeat was ers. When asked about expecta- fin and Brian Jacobs (the other land’s rink, ice time has been re- the end to the season, the road tions for the year, the staff said two defenseman), this defensive duced to a minimum, but it hasn’t to redemption is very manage- that, “We are excited to begin a core is strong and experienced. been as bad as expected. Since able, with only one senior on the new era of Titan hockey. This The fact that no one will be a Westchester County is in charge 2012-2013 roster. Captains Ian team is capable of doing a lot senior until next year will keep of maintaining Playland, it will not Bass and Dominic Brescia both this year, it’s just the players’ and the group intact. be providing money necessary to believe that the team is “capable coaches’ jobs to do what they “We got to just keep going rebuild the heavily used ice slot. of anything next year. have to do and focus on each and finish the season on an up- “Yeah I’m disappointed, “The future is very bright game, one at a time.” note, going into the playoffs with but you can’t control the weather and the expectations are very The Titans have a team confidence that we will go far,” and with the new complex being high,” said assistant coach Seth who can contend for a title this said Jacobs.”We just got to keep approved, I think better days are Michelson. “It’s just up to the year and next because of the grinding out games and giving ahead for the program,” said players and how they want to experience and the roster. One everything we have. It is such sophomore Mitchell Milbauer. respond to all the doubts and senior, Jake Chalfin of Blind a pleasure to be around these He was referring to the new su- questions about our team. Ev- Brook, has made it clear to the kids and I feel we have a great per complex approved for build- ery single player is committed rest of the upper and lower class- bunch of guys in the room. We ing permits near the Westchester to winning and putting time into men that he wants to go out with all know where our goals were County Airport. While it won’t be improving their game, whether a deep run in the playoffs. in the beginning of the season. completely ready by the 2013- it be on the ice, in the gym, or The past two years have To accomplish those goals, we 2014 season, it will give the Rye off the ice. Everyone is getting been successful, with a grow- need to play with everything in Town/Harrison Titans a new offi- ready for something big next year ing rivalry developing with New the tank. I know every coach cial home with ice slots available because we know that we have Rochelle. The Huguenots had and player believes in us going all the time and a place where not an experienced team ready to beaten the Titans previously, far into the playoffs. Our game is only parents can attend, because burst into the spotlight of Section ending their season in only the not that sweet move and snipe, of its prime location. The expec- One hockey. Anything is pos- second round of the sectional our game is to get to the red line tation is to have people come sible for this team --I hope they playoffs. and get it deep and play in the from Rye Brook, Harrison, and realize the time is now and what “It’s going to take a total dirty areas. We can’t throw away Rye Neck and to bring hockey we have here is special.” team effort to overcome our any games; every game means back into perspective for all three Husky Herald - Page 27 March Madness Rules Matthew Miles Staff Writer We are inching closer son Plumlee , who both are av- two as could Arizona. has been a surprise team trying to March Madness, which means eraging more than 15 points per The big question that to have a Cinderella-like run in everybody will be filling out a game. Gonzaga and Miami are everyone is asking is what teams the tournament. bracket and trying to find the the surprise teams and could be are on the bubble and who will be Some students at Har- perfect prediction. Even our potential Final Four candidates if in and who will be out when the rison high School made their own President will be creating they keep playing this way. brackets are revealed. According predictions. a bracket. March Madness is a The rest of the brack- to Joe Lunardi, the last four in “Michigan is going to win time for sitting down, relaxing ets are fair game. Any team at are Memphis who have a 23-8 it all,” said sophomore Michael and just watching. People take this moment in the top 25 could record, Arizona State 22-9, San Pizzutello. time out of their busy workdays potentially compete for a second Diego State 22-8 and Illinois who Fellow sophomore James to catch games. According to seed. It all comes down to how are a surprise bubble team with Delia says it will be Kansas. Espn.com, at this moment the teams finish. At this moment, an 18-13 record. The last four It should be a remarkable projected number one seeds according to Espn.com’s Brack- teams out are Washington 21-9, tournament to watch because will be Indiana, Duke, Gonzaga etology with Joe Lunardi, the Seton Hall 18-11, Ole Miss 21-9 any team can win it all! and, Miami. Indiana is being led second seeds will be Kansas, and Rhode Island 21-8. These by sophomore Cody Zeller and Michigan, Florida and Michigan teams will be hoping for a little junior Victor Oladipo. According State. However, due to a loss to bit of luck and will hope to get in. to Espn.com, Zeller is averaging Ohio State, Michigan State will Some other teams close to the 16.6 points per game and, Ola- potentially be knocked out of a bubble are North Carolina, who dipo is averaging 14 points per second seed spot. Louisville, is a projected tenth seed led by game. Duke is being led by their who is a potential third seed, Reggie Bullock. Another team on star players Seth Curry and Ma- could potentially move to number the bubble is La Salle, who so far Super Bowl Delivers Excitement Steven Vendola Staff Writer

On February 3, 2013, the seemed like many people be- third quarter, they would even- Ravens. Through that long Super Baltimore Ravens faced off lieved that the second half would tually lose that huge lead. The Bowl game, both teams fought against the San Francisco 49er be just like the first half but, luck- 49ers stepped it up in the second hard for that trophy and title. in the Super Bowl. This year, the ily for the fans, it turned out to be half of the game, turning the San Francisco fought and tried Super Bowl was broadcast by quite the opposite. In the end, it contest an exciting game. They to comeback but they couldn’t CBS and was held at the Super- would turn out to be a game that would come back and challenge and they fell short. San Francisco dome in New Orleans, Louisiana. went down to the last second. the Ravens until the last second was able to get 31 points, but un- The Baltimore Ravens were the This Super Bowl was a of the game. fortunately for them, the Ravens underdogs in this year’s contest. special one. This year the Super During the third quarter had a field goal lead. At the end of the first half, it Bowl had brother versus brother. the lights went out at the Super Ravens fan Justin Scap- seemed like this game was going Coach John Harbaugh faced his Dome. Many people believe that perotti said, “It was the best to be a blowout. The Ravens led brother Coach Jim Harbaugh. this was a turning point in the Super Bowl ever! The Ravens 21-6. The Ravens had dominated This Super Bowl would divide game because after that, San winning made it perfect. #Ra- the game up to that point and it a family for one game. Unfortu- Francisco would step up and hold vens Nation” looked like it was going to be a nately for the brothers, only one the Ravens for a while. As they Ravens fans in general boring Super Bowl. The Ravens could win the Super Bowl. The held the Ravens down, they con- were very excited about this win. had San Francisco beat and it parents, on the other hand, also tinued to score and that would Many people wanted the Ravens had a hard decision lead the game’s final score. to win in this area because of to make. That deci- The blackout really woke up all Ray Rice, who was born in New sion was who they the players on San Francisco Rochelle and attended New Ro- should root for and because they actually started to chelle High School. Even if your who should they play and weren’t making stupid team wasn’t in the Super Bowl, go with at the end mistakes. Many people believe you had one team to root for be- of the game. Their that if there wasn’t a blackout, cause Rice lives in Westchester. decision would not then the game wouldn’t have The 2012-2013 NFL sea- only affect them- been as interesting as it was. son was over and Baltimore selves, but also They believe that it would have came out on top, 34-31. A brother their sons. stayed a one-sided game. . beat out a brother for the trophy. Though the The last quarter showed This Super Bowl was an exciting Ravens were win- who deserved the Lombardi tro- one and fans could only hope for ning going into the phy and that was the Baltimore a Super Bowl like it next year. Ray Rice runs hard. Courtesy NY Daily News Husky Herald - Page 28 Winter Track Recap Sara Purinton Staff Writer As Harrison looks back not able to compete, so fresh- season was nearing its end that man, “but it’s sad because I know on another successful year of man Maya Samad and Marissa she really took off. I’ll never have the opportunity to indoor track and field, there Gazolla stepped up to join Ashley “In the middle of the sea- run at the Armory again.” were quite a few changes and Dellipaoli and Samantha Shopo- son, I was stuck in the 15's and Hannah plans to attend unexpected successes to note. vick at the games. was constantly getting 15'10 and Colgate University next year, Starting off the season, two Both the boys and girls 15'11 and then, towards the end where she may decide to run at new coaches were introduced teams were able to finish in sec- of my season, I started to hit the collegiate level. to the team. Coach Bennet had ond place at the Section 1 Class 16'3" and then 16"8 (which is my Looking towards spring, replaced Coach Simon during B championship meet, which is best),” said Sam. “When I got to Harrison’s top sprinter, Ryo In- Cross Country, and came back a considerable feat. First place 16'8," I realized that I actually had kyo, is excited to get back from again to train the distance ath- finishes for the boys went to a chance to make it to States. his injury and help Harrison letes. Coach Bash came to help Giovanni Valdes in the 55 meter Once coach Zanot was giving me contend for the section and Mr. Zanot train the sprinters, but hurdles, Jeremy Altamuro in the papers to fill out for States, it county titles. he also brought extensive lifting shot put, the 4 x 200 meter relay hit me that I was actually going “It was great seeing ev- knowledge that helped all dis- (Giovanni, Dan Quinn, Deven Ja- and that I made it this far. I’ve eryone contribute and having a tances in the weight room. cobi, and Ryan Moretti), as well never felt that accomplished great overall performance dur- For the first time in Har- as the 4 x 800 meter relay (Trey before. It was awesome.” ing sectionals,” said Ryo, who rison’s history, our athletes com- Wasilesky, Frankie Antolino, Accompanying Sam to watched from the sidelines. “But peted at the coveted Millrose Jake Coonin, and Ben Adler). For States was Ben Adler, who found at the same time, it was difficult Games, which is considered to the girls, Sam Shopovick came a spot after breaking Harrison’s having to watch and not being be one of the most prestigious in first for long jump, along with record for the mile. able to help the team. Recover- track and field events in the Rula Samad in the triple jump, The successful finish to ing from my injury, I had to get world. Running on the same and the 4 x 200 meter relay the season was certainly grati- over things such as missing time track as collegiate athletes and (Hannah Hochman, Marielle fying for the team, though many from actual practice and really professionals, our girls’ 4 x 400 Sheck, Erica Lamanna, and Rula seniors were sad to see their last focusing on getting better. It meter relay ran in the high school Samad). high school winter track meet. made me realize how lucky I am suburban heat, finishing with a As the leading long jumper “It felt very bittersweet to to be on the team.” time of 4:16.74. Both Hannah at Harrison, Sam Shopovick had finish my last season because it’s Hochman and Rula Samad done well for herself during the nice to not have the demanding (two regulars on the relay) were season, but it wasn’t until the schedule,” said Hannah Hoch-

Boys Swim Team Strives For Success Melanie Singer Managing Editor

The boy’s swim team has pated in a dual meet where they train hard and are proud of our Lehigh University, respectively. been quite successful in this lost three races, won six, and tied accomplishments.” That being said, the boys’ var- year’s season meets. With Bryan one. The one tie was important Although the season has sity swim team has had a great Pon as the captain and Ryan for the swim team because it was come to an end for boys’ swim- record for college recruitment. Nangle and Charles VanTon- against Horace Greeley, one of ming, the team won’t be losing Pon, the former two graduates, geren as co-assistant captains, the fastest teams in Section One. many teammates next year. and junior Ryan Nangle also meets throughout the winter Because Greeley was missing a Bryan Pon, a senior and four swim for Empire Swimming, season have turned out quite few swimmers that day, Harrison year varsity swimmer, is the a competitive travel team that well. Despite the fact that this took advantage of that fact and only senior on the team. He was breeds talented swimmers. year there are only eight return- was able to forge a tie. recruited for swimming at Johns Having dedicated swim- ing members from last year’s “I believe this season was Hopkins University next year. mers on the team who participate squad, the boys’ varsity swim something to remember and be “It was an easy choice in the sport outside of school team gained 10 new members proud of due to the fact that we picking Hopkins because it’s an allows the captains and other as well. This was great for the are a team with a lot of first year excellent school academically knowledgeable swimmers to team as a whole, allowing for swimmers and a team with a and has one of the top Division III help out new swimmers on the new talent to shine throughout great personality,” said VanTon- swimming programs,” explained team. Considering how the team the season. geren. “Each swimmer played a Pon. received so many new swimmers For the varsity swim team, specific role that helped the team Last year, two members of this year, there’s still room for there are small meets and a lot of become successful. Even though the varsity swim team, JT Nangle improvement in addition to the dual meets as well. On January we didn’t win as many meets as and Matt Carducci went on to great success they experienced. 30, Harrison’s swim team partici- we wanted to this season, we did swim for Bucknell University and Husky Herald - Page 29 Girls’ Varsity Basketball Builds Successful Effort Kyle Lefkowitz Staff Writer

A new year usually means calm in difficult situations,” she underclass that is hungry and the rival Rye Garnets, and a new resolutions and new oppor- said. “The experience we gained fearless, it allows for great suc- battle that resulted in a tough- tunities. For the Girls’ Varsity during that game will help us cess." fought loss against Woodlands. Basketball team, the start of 2013 move forward because we will In the second part of A huge boost in confidence has given them just that - the be able to keep our composure the season, the girls had some that contributed to the win over chance to have a clean slate and against difficult teams." tough games. One of the turning Hamilton was a thriller against prove some people wrong in the Something unique about point games of the season was another top 20 team in the state, second half of their season. With this year’s squad is that it is against Alexander Hamilton, one Blind Brook. That game came arguably one of the best starts a very young team, featuring of the top 20 teams in the state, down to the final minute, result- in Harrison girls’ history at 5-2, two freshmen, and five sopho- with the Huskies entering the ing in a six point Harrison loss. the team was re-positioned at mores. Because of this, the girls game with a record around .500. Finishing the regular season with 5-5 midway through the season have been able to use this sea- This game was so important be- a win, the Huskies were given the after some tough losses to Blind son to get very beneficial Brook, Horace Greeley, and the experience against other number four team in the state, dominant teams. This has Ossining. certainly given the younger Although the record may girls the experience they not show it, the girls are having will need moving forward. one of their best seasons in But it has been the upper- years, having beaten the seventh classmen that have been seed in the section, John F. Ken- able to really utilize their nedy Catholic and another top 20 experience team in Tappan Zee. "Because of our few “Winning the JFK game upperclassmen, we are in was a huge step for our pro- good shape moving for- gram,” said Coach Louis Kail. ward,” said Coach Kail. “I "It was a huge step for our girls have now been with our to see what they are capable of juniors and seniors for four when they put their minds to it. years and they are learn- The game really meant a lot to ing the expectations we our program and is definitely have for the program. They the biggest win we have had in have also done a great job The 2012-2013 team had a successful season. recent years." sharing those expectations Courtesy of Kyle Lefkowitz "We have begun to realize and teaching the younger players cause it could solidify the team eighth seed in a playoff bracket what it takes to win close games how it works." as a force to be reckoned with. of 24, giving the girls the high- like we did against Kennedy and All of these new experi- The first half of the game was a est seed that they have seen Tappan Zee,” said Assistant ences and lessons show promise battle, tied 18 all. The start of the in nearly ten years, as well as Coach Scott Clough, “but we for this year’s team, but also third quarter brought a shock to homecourt privileges for their still need to be able to execute bode well for the future of Harri- Hamilton when their star center, first playoff game after the bye. consistently enough to be com- son Girls’ Basketball as a whole. Maia Hood, went down. Having Although the girls lost petitive for stretches during our "Our coaching staff has to play through this game, it was in a heartbreaker to Hendrick games." really invested a lot of time and tough to see someone go down Hudson in their first playoff Another big game, al- energy into our being successful in so much pain. At the same game, their accomplishments though it did not result in a win, and so have all the girls,” notes time, the Huskies knew they of the season should not be was the contest versus Ossining. senior Ali Menneti. “We all care had to fight on, regardless of overlooked. Having a mix of wins Ossining’s senior guard Saniya about each other as a family and whom was on the court. When and close contest losses against Chong will be playing at UConn look out for one another." the buzzer sounded, the Huskies multiple top-ranked teams in the next year for one of the best girls’ Coach Kail agreed, say- had won the game, “sending state, Harrison Girls’ Basketball basketball teams in the country. ing, "The change to Harrison shockwaves around Section is certainly on the rise, and will Junior guard Paige Bra- Basketball this year is a great One,” according to MSG Varsity look forward to continuing their bant saw positives from the loss mixture of upper-class experi- journalist Jordan Griffith. success next season. to Ossining. ence and youth. When you have This game set the team “We learned to play with a team that has balance from its on an ascending path to suc- more confidence and to stay upperclassmen, and a younger cess, with a huge victory against Husky Herald - Page 30 Strike Force! Third Straight Title For Boys League Title for Girls Ray Corona Ray Corona Sports Editor Sports Editor

With the League Cham- defeated rival Valhalla in the Despite ups and downs ers, all were able to contribute pionship on the line, bowler League Championship. throughout the year, the Har- in some way toward the teams Bobby Medori would redefine The Huskies found them- rison Girls’ Bowling Team came success. clutch. Needing three strikes in selves tied 2-2 going into set together and ultimately were able “A lot of the new bowlers the last frame to claim Leagues three. Needing a win, the Hus- to achieve their main goal for the were very motivated and willing over Valhalla, Medori would pull kies started slow, but dominated season: a League title. In the to learn some of the basic ideas an amazing performance and in mid-set. However, due to end, the Huskies narrowly de- behind bowling,” said Araoz. secure the Huskies’ third straight Valhalla’s sudden comeback, feated rival Port Chester, winning “Overall, the team was well pre- League Championship. the Huskies found themselves with an overall record of 65-19 to pared and had tremendous skills Dynasty? The Huskies needing a major frame from Me- Port Chester’s 64-20. in various aspects of bowling.” once again established them- dori. As the anchor of the team, “I think it just took us some In the beginning, the Hus- selves as the best through a Medori would “strike out,” picking time to get into a rhythm,” said kies were slow to get into a team effort. With stellar bowling up three strikes in a row. The Coach Kaplan. “Once we got into groove. The Huskies battled from Mike DeRenzis, Anshul Huskies were able to narrowly the groove of things, we worked hard and remained competitive Doshi, Bobby Medori, Saunak defeat Valhalla, 4-3, in picking as a team and were able to make to keep themselves within reach Shah and Sanam Patel, and a up their third section title. a run at the end of the season.” of a League title. The Hus- hardworking, motivated coach in “After I got the first strike, With a league consisting kies would eventually pick their Mr. Ciavarella, the Huskies were I knew I had a chance to finish of strong teams such as Valhalla, game up and become victorious destined for greatness. the frame with two more,” said Briarcliff and Horace Greeley, against their opponents. Wins “We came into this season Medori. “I didn’t really feel the both Mr. Kaplan and the Huskies against Rye Neck and Horace looking to win Leagues again, pressure. I knew I had it in me to knew a League title would not Greeley propelled the Huskies and we did,” said senior Anshul get the strikes I needed.” come easily. The Huskies had up the standings, setting them- Doshi. “I’m proud of what we Along the team’s League the luxury of having plenty of tal- selves in second place. achieved, and even prouder to title, many of the Huskies had ent, especially from their seniors. Against Port Chester, the continue the winning tradition of their own individual successes. Seniors Kaylee Araoz, Alexa girls would need a complete Harrison Bowling.” Sophomore Mike Coloccia, Joanna Gonzalez sweep, winning all sets, to move With a core group of bowl- DeRenzis bowled a perfect 300 and Sam Guarnero established into first place. Led by their se- ers from last year, the Huskies for the Huskies, putting himself in themselves as leaders of the niors, the Huskies took care of had the pressure of repeating, the history books with the highest team, and were key in prepar- Port Chester and established claiming another League title. score in Harrison history. ing the young bowlers for the themselves as the best. The However, another major goal “It’s tough to bowl a 300,” season. Bowlers Zoe Rheingold, Huskies would maintain their was rebuilding.First time bowlers said DeRenzis. “You need to Rose Marisa Salantro, Emily lead, and by the end of the Pornprom Thankhamyoo and be perfect each bowl, and can’t Scofield, Karol Moises, Brianna season, would be awarded the Jake Zuckman shined, showing afford to slip out of your groove. Pavesi and Kristen Petriello all League title. steady progress throughout the But I just kept calm and tried to had an opportunity to bowl with As a team the Huskies’ year and exceptional senior lead- avoid thinking about it. Overall, the A-Team and learn from both success was evident, but indi- ership. Juniors JD Barnett and it was definitely the highlight of the seniors and Mr. Kaplan. De- vidually, many of the Huskies Raphy Tejada bowled better as my season.” spite many being first-year bowl- also thrived. Coloccia’s average the season continued, making a In the sectional competi- of 127 made her the fourth best strong case to be on next year’s tion, both DeRenzis and Medori bowler in the League, while starting team. Overall, the B- earned a spot, maintaining over Pavesi’s impressive 121 made Team sustained a perfect record, a 180 score throughout the sea- her the eighth best. All the while personal achievements son. Out of about 100 bowlers, other bowlers were right behind, included a 187 by Thankhamyoo, Medori finished twenty-fourth, maintaining averages in the a 215 by Tejada and a 204 by this while DeRenzis finished twenty- high 110s. reporter. seventh. The loss of four seniors “I was extremely happy For Mr. C., the season will be a major blow for the Hus- with how I bowled throughout could not have gone any better. kies, but there is still much prom- the year,” said Barnett. “I think Records were broken, legends ise ahead. With a core group we [the B-Team] were motivated were born and, most importantly, remaining, Mr. Kaplan’s bowlers throughout the whole season a dynasty was maintained. The should definitely come into next and were determined to win and Huskies will have the daunting year as favorites. Many of the get better.” task of continuing their winning bowlers showed tremendous The A-Team also had tre- ways for next season. However, growth throughout the season. mendous success and achieve- with a group of determined and “I think that we can defi- ments. The Huskies dominated motivated bowlers remaining, it nitely win another League title,” the regular season, defeating shouldn’t be hard for the Huskies said Scofield. “We can only get league opponents in Port Ches- to remain “Best in the Alley.” better as bowlers and, with Mr. ter, Horace Greeley and Briar- Araoz lines up her shot. Kaplan leading us, we should cliff. Furthermore, the Huskies Courtesy of Yearbook continue our success.” Husky Herald - Page 31 Husky Hoops Show Marked Improvement Trent Lefkowitz News Editor Harrison has never been victories against Horace Greeley the nineteenth seeded Nanuet end of the first quarter but, as known for its basketball program, and Fox Lane. This brought the Knights in an out-bracket home the game progressed, Pough- and coming into this season, the keepsie took control and won the HHS boys’ varsity team was game 74 - 47. ready to break the stereotype The Huskies ended their that Harrison will always be season with a 10-10 record, one a “football” town. Starting in of the program’s best records in November, Coaches Gary Chi- recent history. Harrison basket- arella and Dan Pesco began ball’s upward trend seems like it working their team into condition will continue into next year, with for the upcoming season and eight juniors returning and a solid battles with basketball power- junior varsity team supplying houses such as Byram Hills, loads of new talent. Fox Lane, and Pearl River. Team “I thought we played very captains Coby Lefkowitz, Nick well compared to my expecta- Pipitone, and Jack McCarthy, tions for the year,” said junior the three returning starters from captain Coby Lefkowitz. “We last year’s squad, led the 2012- played the toughest schedule in 2013 team to a blazing 4-1 start the entire section, and lost to a before the New Year. Included in very good opponent in Pough- the win tally were Harrison’s vic- keepsie, who would end up win- tory in the first annual Harrison ning all of Section 1A. Next year, The boys team had a better season than their record shows. Tournament, and an impressive Courtesy of Brian Goldstein I expect us to have a record that win against Sacred Heart of Huskies’ record to 6-2, a win total game of the Section IA playoffs. is above .500 and to win our very Yonkers in the Harry Jefferson the team would be stuck on for Though the team faced a three competitive league. If we keep Jr. Classic, held at White Plains quite some time. The team lost point deficit after halftime, tough on practicing and working hard High School. four straight to bring their record defense and clutch free throw this offseason the way we have Although the team’s start to 6-6, and then continued its shooting at the end of the game been all year, we can accomplish to the season was impressive, topsy-turvy season by winning led the Huskies to a 47-45 vic- anything next year.” the games became increas- four more and losing the same tory. In the next round of the If the dedication and hard ingly more challenging as the amount to bring their record to playoffs, Harrison voyaged up work that this team showed calendar swung into 2013. After an even 10-10, heading into the to Poughkeepsie to square off is any indication, next year’s a tough loss to Cardinal Spell- playoffs. against the heavily favored third Huskies will return stronger man to begin the year, the team On February 13, the four- seeded Pioneers. The Huskies than ever. bounced back with impressive teenth seeded Huskies faced built up a five point lead at the Harrison Bowling Sweeps Leagues (See Articles on Page 31)

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