PANTHERETTE

October 12, 2015 Volume 55, issue 2

Again, Again, and Again by Ellen Robinson ‘18 Around Schuylkill Valley homecoming is more than just a traditional football game. With homecoming brings various other traditions from hall decorating to an assembly. For weeks before homecoming, festivities begin; students spend time after school hard at work in prep- aration. Every year, each grade picks a theme and is assigned a hallway. Students make decorations corre- sponding to their theme to decorate the hallway. The decorations hang during Spirit Week. Then, the hallways are judged, and the winning hallway is announced at the homecoming football game. Soon after hall decorating begins, eligibility lists for Spirit King and Queen are hung. Seniors crowd around the lists to see which of their peers qualify. Then, Inside this issue: they vote to determine the Spirit King candidates and Homecoming Court. After- wards, the fun opens up to the entire school. Each Spirit King candidate selects a Queens 2 charity, and students begin the war. Penny war, that is. Students decide the winning Spirit King in a money battle. The money goes to the winner’s charity. The winner is Kings 5 announced at the homecoming assembly. Now, one may wonder where Homecoming Court stands in all of the commotion. Well, at that very same assembly, the students It’s the Pope! 7 meet each Homecoming Court girl and get to learn a little bit about her. Afterwards, students return to homeroom and choose which girl they would like to be Spirit SPORTS 8 Queen. Spirit Queen is announced at the homecoming football game.

Around the same time Spirit King battles begin, signs appear around the Corny Jokes 9 school advertising a chicken barbeque sale. Tickets can be purchased, and students can claim their chicken barbeque the day of homecoming after school. COWS!? 10 With the week of homecoming brings tons of excitement and spirit. Students dress up to a different theme each day of Spirit Week. Each year the themes are dif- Pumpkin Spiced 11 ferent; however, there is always a pajama day, a red and black day and a pink out WHAT?! day. With October brings Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and homecoming triggers a school turning pink. The Friday of homecoming is always a pink out, as is the football game. Students dig through their closets to dawn all the pink they own in support of breast cancer. As homecoming and homecoming festivities come to a close, one last tradition cannot go forgotten. Each year, devoted teachers are recognized at the football game, and they are inducted into the Wall of Fame. Each year as homecoming draws near, remember to embrace each tradition, and enjoy yourself; quite possibly, the greatest tradition of homecoming is fun. PAGE 2 PANTHERETTE VOLUME 55, ISSUE 2 Queens of the Court Madeline Brzostek Living on Apple Tree Corner in Leesport with her parents, two sisters, and two dogs, Maddy loves to involve herself with many different activities. She has been a member of the cheer squad and diving team in her years. However, Maddy now enjoys being a part of the ten- nis team. She is a SV Ambassador and contributed to the Prom Committee last year. Further- more, Maddy is an inductee into the National Honor Society. Over the summer, she traveled to Tennessee for a week to serve on a mission trip. Maddy’s favorite memory of Schuylkill Valley is the Fab 5 Harlem Shake video. When she’s not in school, Maddy does photography, naps, and goes to Taste of Crepes on Penn Avenue with her friends. Besides the fact that Maddy hates pizza, she loves involving herself with anything the school offers and making new friends of all different ages and grades. She plans on attending a four-year college to earn a degree in busi- ness and hopefully live at the beach.

Claire Burkert Claire lives in Mohrsville with her mom, dad, and sister Samantha. She has been an avid member of chorus, marching band, Panthers on Parade, Student Council, Track and Field, and Strength Club, where she is now vice president, all four years of high school. Claire has also participated in eighth grade camp as a counselor, the Ophelia Project, Stu- dents Opposing Drugs and Alcohol (SODAA), and Valley Voices. She even volunteers at the American Heart Association and Cancer Society. In addition, Claire’s funniest memory at SV is when Jaden Hill climbed to the top of a doorway and twerked. When she has free time, Claire plays Xbox, weight lifts, and dresses her dogs up in fabulous costumes. Setting herself apart from the other candidates, Claire has the ability to rock a short haircut and probably bench press more than any of them. Claire desires to run track and major in crimi- nal justice at a four-year university.

The Pantherette is published by students of Schuylkill Valley High School, Leesport, Pennsylvania, 19533 Advisor: Heather Barrett Secretary: Lindsey Zimmerman Editor-in-Chief: Bella Ciervo Treasurer: Daisy Grace Executive Assistant: Meghan Steffey Sports Editor: Evan Whitmoyer Administrative Assistant: Callie Watmuff Technical Editors: Tabitha Stoudt and Bailey Miller Junior Editors-in-Chief: Olivia Roth and Cecily Godfrey Sophomore Editor: Ellen Robinson Contributing Pantherette staff: Brent Hoffert, Angel Martinez, Kevin Cook, Ben Moody, Kyle Dimovitz, Va- lerie Yoder, Tyler Shriver, Sophie Goad, Angie Tota, Claire Burkert, Adriana Popa, Alysa Bainbridge, Seth Pine, Kylie Brown, Kacie Jones, Bethany Schlott, Amber Walters, Zachary Pepe, Jackie Marusiak, Dan Behler, Brynna Haupt, Liz Clement, Mary Brooks, Donald Ballou, Jasmine Stoudt, Courtney Hatton, Mitchell Moyer, Lilly Whitmoyer, Charanya Birabaharan , Jessica Visbinsky

ON BEHALF OF THE PAN THERETTE STAFF, WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK MR. BUCKS AND THE PRINTING PRESS FOR THE PUBLISHING OF OUR NEWSPAPER! Cailynn Chase Cailynn resides in Towne o’ Mohrsville with her parents, Christian and Teresa, and her five year old sister, Charlotte. She also has a brother, TJ, who is twenty-four. Cailynn has participated in cheerleading most of her high school career. In addition, she has been a member of chorus, tennis, Service Club, World Affairs, and the Ski and Snowboard Club. Cailynn also volunteers for Berks Women in Crisis and the Second Street Learning Center at the Opportuni- ty House. She says she has “way too much fun with the kids there.” Regarding her funniest SV memory, Cailynn mentioned the time Courtney Boyer wished “dirty dans” upon a fellow cheerleader circa 2012. When asked what she does in her spare time, Cailynn responded with, “what spare time?” Setting her apart from the other candidates is her vision. Mrs. Balthaser told her in middle school that she has “better than perfect vision.” Also, Cailynn has a great sense of hu- mor. If all goes as planned, Cailynn plans to be an international business major at a four-year university. Even further in the future, she wishes to end up out of the country, maybe South Africa, and have many exotic pets.

Sydney Foster Sydney lives in Leesport with her parents, Heidi and Daniel, and she has an older sister named Kylie. She has done varsity soccer since junior year and been a part of the Pennsylvania Youth Education Association (PYEA). Further- more, Sydney is an inductee to the National Honor Society and helps out at ac- tivities at the Leesport Library. She also volunteers at the SV soccer camp. In her spare time, Sydney spends time with friends and family. One of her best SV memories is her time in eighth period study hall with Abbie Bailey. Sydney is a very positive person who always strives to be in good mood. She radiates posi- tivity. Concluding high school, Sydney plans to attend a four-year college.

Daisy Grace Daisy lives in Leesport with her parents, Brent and Michele, and a new puppy to replace her college-bound brother, Chase. She has stacked up quite a list of activities including, Swimming, Track and Field, Student Senate, Student Council, PYEA, SODAA, and GSA. Daisy has also participated in fall stage crew, Cross Country, Chinese Culture Club, Academic Challenge, and the Literary Magazine. Furthermore, she is a member of the National Honor Society. She volunteers with the SV Community Food Pantry, SVCL Book Sale, Habitat for Humanity, and the Greater Food Bank. Daisy remembers her funniest memory of SV as the time sophomore year when a friendly visit from the Easter Bunny caused a school lockdown. When Daisy is confronted with free time, she does long division. Also, once her broth- er, Chase, forgot her name. In the future, she wants to be the very best, like no one ever was (Watch out, Kyle.). Alyssa Hartlieb Alyssa lives in Leesport with her mother, Lori, and she has a brother named Nathaniel. Despite her nerves, Alyssa has joined strength club and now en- joys it immensely. Furthermore, she volunteers at food drives and Habitat for Humanity with her mom. Alys- sa recalls one of her most striking SV memories as the time when she was front row for a fight during sophomore year. In her unoccupied time, she loves hanging out with her friends and watching reality TV. She associates herself with several “cliques” and admits that she is outspoken and loud but embraces it. In the conclusion of her high school career, Alyssa wishes to at- tend a four-year college.

Anna Johns Anna resides in Leesport with her parents, Morgan and Susan. She even has nine siblings; Mag- gie, Kylie, Emily, Lucy, Evan, Lilly, Reese, Mary, and William. She is an ac- complished volleyball player, playing for the varsity team all four years of her high school career and becoming an All Division player sophomore and junior year. Anna has also managed the boy’s volleyball team and been a part of the Pennsylvania Education Association and SODAA. Furthermore, Anna has vol- unteered at eighth grade camp. When asked what her funniest SV memory is, she said, “Chemistry labs in 10th grade. Enough said.” If Anna has downtime she enjoys playing the piano and doing any outdoor activities such as running, biking, and anything volleyball related. She is outgoing and hardworking and one of the few students that Mr. Kissinger can tolerate for a whole four years. In addition, Anna has survived despite the estrogen cast off from her seven sis- ters. After high school, she plans to attend the University of Pittsburgh at John- stown to play volleyball and study in the medical field.

Meghan Steffey

Residing in Reading with her mom, Traci, Meghan involves herself in many activities and clubs. Meghan has participated on the softball team, cho- rus, and Pantherette, now as executive assistant, every year of her high school career. She is involved in the fall play and W.A.G. Furthermore, Meghan is the statistician for the football team. She is a member of the National Honor Society, volunteers at St. Joseph Medical Center, and serves as an SV Am- bassador. Meghan recalls her best memory as meeting Aaron Smith (cue the *awws*), whom she enjoys watching football with. In addition, Meghan wishes to marry Aaron after attending a four-year university to major in nurs- ing. When asked what sets her apart from the other candidates Meghan said, “I’m dating the stud of the football team, Aaron Smith. Duhh.” PAGE 5 PANTHERETTE VOLUME 55, ISSUE 2 KINGS OF SPIRIT Bailey Miller ‘17 It's fall, the leaves are changing and pretty soon it will be pumpkin spice everything. But for us here at Schuylkill Valley, fall means Homecoming. Which means it is time to elect our Spirit King. This year's Spirit kings are; Aaron Smith, Ben Moody, Brett Sigoda, Jaden Hill, Kyle Dimovitz and Rhett Robinson. Each nomi- nee is determined to show off their school spirit while raising money for a charity of their choice. So, I asked them questions to make it easier for you to pick your vote in the penny wars.

What is your charity and why is it important? Aaron: Lauren’s First and Goal. It’s a charity that raises money for the research of pediatric brain tumors. Ben: My charity is American Cancer Society it has always been important to me and my family because of our medical background. Brett: American Red Cross- they help people who are suffering from disasters. Jaden: My charity is the Humane Society of Berks County. It’s important because there are many animals in need of help and support in order to keep their lives. Kyle: Opportunity House, it is a shelter for underprivileged members of the com- munity. It provides a safe, secure, drug free and helpful environment for homeless participants to use as a springboard to self sufficiency and to a productive lifestyle in the community. Aaron Smith Rhett: March of Dimes, it provides support for babies born prematurely. Every child deserves a chance and I have witnesses this support first hand.

What activities are you in? Aaron: I’m a football player and a student ambassador. Ben: I am on the golf team, the swim team, I am a member of, GSA, Lit Mag, Pan- therette, Chorus and Band. I also participate in the Fall Play and P.O.P. Brett: A lot of them. Jaden: Student Council President, Chorus Vice President, GSA, P.O.P, Fall Play, SV ambassador, Hall decorating and Valley Voices. Kyle: Baseball, Chorus, Class officer, Fall drama production, Golf Team(#WeWon), GSA, NHS, Pantherette, P.O.P, PYEA, Service Club, Sega, World Affairs, and Wres- tling. Rhett: NHS, PYEA, World Affairs, Football, Soccer, and SV Ambassador. Ben Moody

What is your favorite thing about SV? Aaron: I love how unified the students and the teachers are with each other. Ben: Just one? I can’t possibly name one! Some of my favorite things would be the way the school shakes whenever something is blown up at the quarry, the ever pre- sent danger of trench foot in the gym and watching Mr. Bagenstose majestically frolic down the hallway. Brett: The dress code policy, I enjoy strict enforcement of the rules so scandalous clothing doesn’t distract me from get- ting an education.

Brett Sigoda PAGE 6 PANTHERETTE VOLUME 55, ISSUE 2 Jaden: My favorite thing about SV is the amazing teachers that I will never forget. Kyle: The lone tree in the middle of our courtyard. It represents the strength and fortitude of all aspiring students at SV. But mostly because Sophie Goad forgot we had a tree in the courtyard. Rhett: The ‘S’. Rhett Robinson Why do you think you should win? Aaron: I’m a 6’5” stud, that’s full of spirit. Ben: I think I should win because I have school spirit? Right, that's what it’s called school spirit. Brett: “You can’t see me, my time is now.” -John Cena Jaden: I think I should win because I am involved in a lot of school activities, and I try to spread school spirit in as many ways as I can. Also, I’d love to see all of the money raised given to the Humane Society. Kyle: I want to be the very best (Dun, Dun, Dun), Like no one ever was (Dun, Dun, Dun), To catch them is my real test, To train them is my cause. Also the cape has never seen short shorts, and they really need to be introduced. (looking at you Sam) Rhett: I think the real question is, ‘Why shouldn't I?’. Jaden Hill If you are crowned Spirit King, what do you think your reaction will be? Aaron: I plan to be very humble in my acceptance. I’ll mercilessly mock Rhett Robinson later on for losing. Ben: I think I’d silently do the Thriller dance on stage since it’s the only way I know how to quell my excitement. Brett: Nausea. Jaden: If I am crowned Spirit King, I’m going to be highly surprised. I don’t even know if I’ll be able to speak. All I know is that I’ll have a huge smile on my face. Kyle: As the great Mozart once said, “I will go home, puup in the bed, and yell ‘I did it.’”. But in all honesty, I will be very happy to be able to donate the money to people in need. Rhett: I’ll give a speech thanking everyone I can think of, but especially my mom. Plus, I’ll look dashing in a cape and crown.

Is there anything you want to say to your competitors and/or the student body? Aaron: Vote for Meghan Steffey. Every Spirit King needs his Spirit Queen. Kyle Dimovitz Ben: Well, they’re all fantastic and I think all of them deserve to win. Except Kyle. Oh goodness not Kyle. Also, with great power comes great responsibility or something. Brett: Rhett Robinson has vowed to force all students to practice Mormonism if he wins. Kyle: First off, I’d like to say Damon Arena has the best rubber band shot this side of the Mississippi. It has been said that my voice mirrors that of Colby Geisinger’s meaning, I am Aretha Franklin. Finally, when you see Mr. Mogford in the hallway make sure to wish him a happy birthday, they grow up so fast. Rhett: Good luck, have fun, get to Ozzy’s. PAGE 7 PANTHERETTE VOLUME 55, ISSUE 2

HOLY MEMORIES By Bethany Schlott ‘17 Contradicting the rather thrilling events ahead of me, the day began with a monotonous feel. Rise, dress, eat, walk. There was very little chatter at 4:30 a.m. besides the constant anxiousness from my mom pro- claiming she had the tickets. We- my mother, grandfather, grandmother, and I- walked the slow mile from the hotel to the backside of the White House. The streets proved fairly empty with only the occasional homeless as company. That was until we neared the grand home. Police lined every street, every corner- a sight I would become accustomed to as the day continued- and people were gathered here and there. A press line inched its way through security onto the President’s grounds. We passed a police officer accompanied by a canine sniff- ing cars that wished to park in the parking garage across the street from the President’s quarters. Eventually, we made our way to the first of many lines. This line lead us through the initial checkpoint in which the previously fretted over tickets were scanned. Then we were pressed into a much longer line, lead- ing us to the next security measure. Our bags were checked and we were scanned before the innumerous amounts of guards ush- ered the crowds into an- other line. There we waited motionless and standing for a half hour until the official opening of the White House gates began. Our line moved obediently for- ward, not one person daring to step over the boundary in fear of harsh consequences. So with calculated move- ments, we pressed onto the South Lawn of the White House. After being given water (bottles without caps) and granola bars- courtesy of the volunteers of the event we scurried around looking for a place against the gate roughly 200 yards away from the back of the house. Finally, we found a spot against the fence and some 13,000 people filed in around us. There we stood, para- lyzed due to the crowds for the next five hours. Around 7 a.m., the sun decided to make its debut appearance. It rose calmly over the crowded lawn without even a flicker of color. With a peaceful confidence, it pushed away the darkness that had enshrouded us since we had awoken three hours prior that morning. People conversed quietly and news reporters practiced lines. By 8, the crowd was restless and the press wearisome. At 9, a helicopter began circling the lawn and Se- cret Service agents made their appearance upon the roofs of buildings that surround us. The marching band had settled in front of the press and a variety of military officers adorned with the National and Vatican flags lined the tiers of the White House rear. The next fifteen minutes were pure agony. My legs had locked up from standing for so long and the crowd was pressing closer and closer to the barricades. People outside the fence began to cheer as the Popemobile drove around the White House and an official-sounding voice came over the speaker announcing the arrival of the President and First Lady of America. Then, the voice announced the arri- val of Pope Francis. The crowds hushed, all striving to hear everything that would follow. With a deep rumble, the President’s voice filled my ears announcing the official beginning of one of the most memorable days in my life: “Good morning.” Yes it was. National Honor Society members, Kyle Dimovitz, Bailey Boy- er, Kevin McGinley, Aaron Schlegel, Daisy Grace, and Daniel Tetreault volunteering at the Schuylkill Valley Community Library Book Sale.

BOY’S SOCCER WRAP-UP by Evan Whitmoyer ‘16 The Schuylkill Valley boys soccer team ended their season with an overall record of 3-13 and a league record of 1-9. The team won games against Antietam, York Country Day, and Conrad Weiser. The team was led by sophomore captain Colby Stichter, senior Samuel Stellwagon, and sophomore Joseph Jardine. The team has a lot of potential, since 9 of this year’s 11 starters returns next year, The team will lose eight seniors this year, all of which, with the exception of Stellwagon, played soccer for the first time this year. These first-year seniors include Jacob Stahl, Aaron Schlegel, Brett Koch, Rhett Robinson, Nicholas Amato, Nolan Ricket, and Evan Whitmoyer. Everyone on the team enjoyed the season, and the underclassmen look forward to next sea- son where they hope to improve and compete in the county playoffs. VOLLEYBALL Season highlights As the weather becomes progressively cooler, the excitement of fall sports comes to a close. With win- ter fast approaching, the hard work, dedication, and passion the SV volleyball girls have for the sport has paid off. The girls began their hike to a successful year with an impressive 3-1 win over Brandywine and a 3-0 sweep to Wyomissing. Senior Anna Johns led the Panthers with consistent kills, but they fell short with a close 1-3 loss to Fleetwood. However, the next four games the girls played well to beat Elco, Oley, Antietam, and Daniel Boone all 3-0. With Counties and Districts right around the corner, the team was working hard and pre- paring for one of their biggest opponents: Berks Catholic. Junior Amber Walters kept the ball in play with 10 digs that night, but SV still fell short 0-3. The Panthers didn’t bounce back quite as well for their second match against Brandywine and lost 1-3. Sophomores Morgan Fox and Courtney Blimline played a key role in the team’s sec- ond win against Wyomissing. Morgan ended the night with seven digs and two aces. Courtney played hard to get nine digs, two aces, and 30 assists. Anna Johns left her mark at her last home game against Fleetwood with 18 kills, eight digs, four blocks, and two aces, but the girls still suffered a heartbreaking 0-3 loss. A close 3-2 win against Lancaster Mennonite gave junior Kayla LaFaver a chance to get six kills and five digs for the Panthers. Sophomore Carly Mun- dell returned from an early season ankle injury to help se- cure SV’s second 3-0 win against Oley. Hopes and spirits remain high for the girls as they continue their journey to County and Districts play-offs. By Lily Whitmoyer ‘19 PAGE 9 Corny Season

What do you call someone who puts poison in someone’s cereal?

A cereal killer

What do you call a fat Jack-O Lantern?

A plumpkin

What do Italians eat on Halloween?

Fettucinni Afraid-O

What do you call two spiders that just got married?

Newlywebbed

How are vampires like false teeth?

They both come out at night

What do you give a pumpkin to try to quit smoking?

A pumpkin patch

The marvelous artwork of Angel Martinez What do you get when you divide the circumference of a ’16 prepares us for Halloween, which is right Jack-O Lantern by its diameter? around the corner. Pumpkin Pi

Why did the ghost cross the road?

To get to "THE OTHER SIDE"

What happens when a ghost gets lost in a fog?

He's mist

Why did the vampire's lunch give her heartburn?

It was a stake sandwich.

Who won the skeleton beauty contest?

No body

What do you call a ghost with a broken leg?

Hoblin Goblin

What is a cannibal's favorite type of TV show?

A celebrity roast

Olivia Roth ‘17 and Ellen Robinson ‘18

Go see the fall play! It’s a dramatic display of mediocrity and rivalry! PAGE 10 PANTHERETTE VOLUME 55, ISSUE 2

HALLOWEEN! By Jasmine “Trick or treat! Smell my feet, give me something good to eat. If you don’t, I don’t care, I’ll pull down your underwear,” the little saying said when trick or treating on October 31st, or otherwise known as Hallow- een. Today, Halloween has the definition: the night on October 31st, com- monly celebrated by kids who dress up in different costumes and solicit, or ask someone, candy or other treats from door to door. But, Halloween also means “All Hallows Eve” because the ancient Celts of Ireland and Britain celebrate a feast on November 1st. The feast is called “ All Hallows” or Feast of Saints and is in honor of all the saints in heaven. Pope Gregory IV com- manded that All Saints must be observed everywhere. So then on, the holy day was known in Ireland. To dress up everyone goes to the store or mom and dad’s closet and finds items to dress up in. Masks and costumes were worn in an attempt to mimic the evil spirits or appease them. Other things we can do on Halloween are attending costume parties, decorating, carving pumpkins into jack-o'- lanterns, lighting bonfires, apple bobbing, visiting haunted attractions, playing pranks, telling scary stories and watching horror films. The Christian religious observances of All Hallows' Eve, including attending church services and lighting candles on the graves of the dead, remain popular, although in other locations, these sol- emn customs are less pronounced in favor of a more commercialized and secularized celebration. So have a wonderful and safe Halloween this year!!!! :)

4-H OPPORTUNITIES By Tabitha Stoudt ‘16

A few weeks ago, Madison Knepp went to a Na- tional 4-H Dairy Conference. Maddy was chosen along with seven other people from all over Pennsylvania. How the candidates were chosen was by writing essay ques- tions and interviews over the phone. The National 4-H Dairy Conference was held in Madison, Wisconsin. While Maddy stayed out west, she was checked into The Lowell Center in Madison. While Madison was there she visited the ABS Global, the National Dairy Shrine, Hoard's Dair- yman Farm, Nasco, The World Dairy Expo, and Crave Brothers farm. The Crave Brothers Farm is a 1500 cow dairy farm and cheese plant. Maddy also got a tour of The University of Wisconsin-Madison. On Wednesday, all of the candidates got a tour of the campus and do activities involving dairy science. Maddy specifically participated in roaming the rumen (What’s a rumen? It’s a chamber of a cow’s stomach), artificial insemination, and feeding calves to their full potential. Each night at dinner, speakers from all over the country talked to the candidates about the importance of the dairy industry, college, and how the future of farming lies in their hands. After dinner, Maddy and the other candidates did activities to get to know each other such as games, speaking, and even a dance. There were no scholarships given at the conference but attending the conference will give Maddy the opportunity to apply and be given more scholarships. PAGE 11 FUNKY FALL FLAVORS! October is in full swing, and along with the Halloween costume ads and the synthetic spider webs comes the tidal wave of limited-time-only seasonal treats. These go far beyond the popular Pumpkin Spice Latte of years past; this autumn, the food industry is pulling out all of the stops to provide us with the flavors of fall. What follows are some of the more...unique results: Auntie Anne’s Pumpkin Spice Pretzel Nuggets Move over, cinnamon. Jones Caramel Apple Soda For those who prefer their caramel apples liquefied. Candy Corn Pebbles Cereal Get it? Like Fruity Pebbles? But without the pretense of having nutritional value. Country Crock Pumpkin Spice Butter Spread Now you can spread pumpkin spice flavor on anything that they missed! Pumpkin Spice Coconut Milk Allergic to dairy? Have no fear. The flavors of fall will stop at nothing. Cedar’s Pumpkin Spice Hummus What would you even put this on? Pumpkin Spice Latte M&Ms A flavor within a flavor within a candy. Pumpkin Spice Peeps The classic Easter marshmallows make a special fall appearance. Maple Bacon Frosting Sweet and salty on a new level. By Kylie Brown ‘17

The feet hesitantly travel down the hallway of creaky hardwood slabs. Window curtains hang agape while the frigid night air swirls through. Silent sighs become heavier as the unknown lingers hastily. Surrounding noises are masked by the thundering whispers echoing against the fragile eardrums. Hallway lights increasingly dance faster. Vision toys lucidly with the brain. The random banging harmoniously coincides with the sadistic voices. The whiff of decay stimulates the nose. Trembling of the hands soon are registered as second nature. Body shot by a stun gun, bullets combusted of fear. Remaining emotions float downward into the bottomless pit of pure darkness and evil. That moment forever longed arises, the end of the now icy cold hallway approaches. Those curious hands grasp the golden handle and s l o w l y push Hell’s doorway open, Not even capable of fathoming the proceeding occurrences… Gut wrenching shrills illuminate the 3 a.m. sky, simultaneously blending in with the honking of the late night truck drivers. And in that next pinnacle of time,

Silence deafened the city, Walking Among Demons Walking Along with the cries. By Kacie Jones ‘18 Honor Society Inductions Schuylkill Valley boasts the induction of Samantha Haag, Tatum Adams, Olivia Bauer, End of October into the National Technical Honor Society. All of them seniors except for Nicholas, who is a 28th- ASVAB Test B junior. Congratulations! You make Schuylkill at 12:00 Valley Proud. 29th- Internet Day

31st- Halloween Spirit Week ‘15!!! Early November

1st- End of daylights saving 3rd- Cliché Day

5th- End of 1st quarter

7th- SAT 1 and 2 We caught 21st- Fall Play at 7:00 you in 25th-30th- Thanksgiv- your ing Holiday 27th- Black Friday pajamas! 28th- French Toast Day

ATTEND THE HALLOWEEN Also, an apology goes out to Zack Myers for mistak- COFFEHOUSE ON THE 30TH IN THE ing him as Peter Stark in the last issue’s Hallway Can- did. We know who you are, buddy! Have a Happy LGI AT 2:45 TO 5PM! Halloween :)