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November 2004 Monmouth Regional High School Volume 43, Issue 2 IN OPINIONS IN SPORTS IN PRODIGIES I’m Obsessed: “Could It’s a Goal: “Let’s talk Matt Curran = prodigy :) this addiction be about the great Fall “Selling out a crowd of thwarting people’s...” season...” 600, as a freshman...” – page 3 – page 6 – page 9 A Student’s Voice alconaire alconaire alconaire alconaire alconaire Photos by the F Photos by the F Photos by the F Photos by the F Photos by the F STUDENT COUNCIL President Shanita Nicholas with HALLOWEEN brings out the child in John Wong, MRHS principal Mr. Teeple. Dave Sita, Shanna Bain and Max Noble. by the Falconaire Staff Staff Writers an you name the President of your student council? Vice administration does not listen to the student body. I put the respon- president? Treasurer? Secretary? Most students admit that sibility on student council to convince me that Halloween dress-up Cwhen deciding their student representatives, they don’t give day was not just another wasted day of instruction. Many good it much thought. Why should you? arguments were given. These arguments did not include student The reason is simple: The Student Council is responsible for petitions or threats. The underlying theme for these arguments was organizing the school dances, the pep rallies, Homecoming and Spirit school spirit and camaraderie. [These are] very good arguments that Week. But most importantly, they are the voice of the student body. add significantly to the high school experience.” Let’s look at October 28th for example. During the morning an- We hope that you are more inclined to find out who your nouncements, Principal Teeple informed the student body there homeroom representatives are, and that you will voice your concerns would be no dress-up day for Halloween. Unaware of how close a through them. simple solution really was, Monmouth Regional erupted . Despite petitions and threats of revolution, the student council STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS: took a different approach. Shanita Nicholas, President, met with the President Shanita Nicholas, Vice President Lily Occhipinti, Treasurer principal to voice the student’s opinions. At the end of the day, Mr. Alexandra Jacobs, Secretary Brienne Slocum and Sean Lasoff Teeple had something else to say, “Never let it be said that the 2 November 2004 Volume 43, Issue 2 N EWS run for your life by Stephanie Williams Writing Contests Staff Writer sought assistant from the Monmouth County Sheriff’s De- By Alyssa grossman Since April 28, 1999, bomb partment, Ocean County Sheriff’s The Falconaire and Images are well known throughout Monmouth threats have increased up to five Department and Holmdel Town- Regional, as places where students can publish their work. But times. Not only is a bomb threat ship Police Department with their for the writers of our school, even more opportunities for something that should be taken K-9 dog unit. Although the bomb publication exist. Contests are frequently available to anyone seriously, but students need to threat was a result of a childish wishing to participate; poetry, essays, drama, and even artwork think twice before calling in, said prank, incidents like this are not are all included and range from poetry to essays. Here are some Officer McBride. If a student calls taken lightly. We live in an age of the current contests: in a bomb threat he or she will be where bomb threats are realty; charged with felony charges and faking a threat endangers us all. -For the 25th Annual High School Writing Contest, you may be expelled from school. Mr.Teeple would like to thank write an essay, short story, or poem to be considered for On October 4, 2001, while con- all of the students for maintaining publication in a literary magazine. Prizes are $100 for first place, ducting a routine hallway check fine conduct during the evacua- $50 for second, and $25 for third. Mr.Teeple was paged and told tion, as well being instrumental in that there might be a bomb in the helping to identify the prankster -The MRHS PTSA will be submitting entries to a national contest. school. Immediately after hear- responsible. The theme is “A Different Kind of Hero”, and they are looking ing this, with the concern of the The administration including for talent in not only writing, but choreography and dance as students and staff members, on Mr.Teeple, Mr. Larkin, Mr.DeOrio, well. There are varying prizes for this contest. For information his mind the building was evacu- and Officer McBride would like to see your English teacher or pta.org/reflections. ated. During the two hours we encourage anyone who sees or stood patiently outside, The Tinton hears anything suspicious to -Samsung’s “Hope for Education,” is asking how the latest Falls Police was notified and please contact them immediately. technology can make a difference in your school. Winning this contest will earn new technology for your school. Answers must be 100 words. See http://www.samsungusa.com/ Photo is “Phun” hopeforeducation/rules.html for details. By Alex Palomino and Francesca Martinelli -VSA arts in Washington DC has a contest called “Call for Flash Staff Writers Fiction and Poetry.” The topic is “Infinite Differences,” meaning One of Monmouth Regional’s Besides the educational side, that your story or poem should include details about an expe- newest and largest after school “Photo is phun! Yes, with a ‘ph’,” rience, person, or emotion, either imagined or real. Your writing activities has taken over every- says senior and Photo Club trea- will be judged on depth, originality, and personal style. See thing from Homecoming pictures surer, Nick Privotera. And here’s http://www.vsarts.org/x889.xml for more details. to sports team shots away from a plus, scholarship money is the professionals. Photo Club, or awarded to deserving seniors -Every month, the Asbury Park Press publishes 3 high school “The Cartridge Family,” as re- upon graduation. writers on varying topics. December’s question is “What is your ferred to by advisor and photog- This month, Photo Club is cre- 2005 New Year’s Resolution and how will you make it come raphy teacher John Heyn, offers ating cards and calendars, print- true?” For the most recent question, log onto the student voices knowledge, skills, and photo- ing magnets for lockers, and link on the Asbury Park Press website (app.com). graphic techniques out of the class- shooting sports pictures. Photo room. But don’t worry if you’re meets in room 105 at 2:20 every -The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) invites all not a photo or graphic arts stu- third Thursday of the month, new eligible high school juniors to enter the 2005 Idea of America dent, a five dollars in club dues members are always welcome. Essay Contest which offers a $5,000 grand prize and five $1,000 gives a club member full usage of Say cheese! national finalist prizes. The essay asks that students describe school equipment for the year. totalitarianism in 1,200 words. For more details visit the websites: [email protected] or www.wethepeople.gov/ Picture This essay . If one or more of these contests appeal to you, you can get by Sara Boyd and Tina Tse rules, an entry form, and all of the deadlines in the English office. Staff Writers They are all posted on the bulletin board. Keep an eye out for Among the many extracur- and show off their talents. future contests with all new topics and all new prizes. Don’t miss ricular activities at Monmouth On October 26th, the club held the these chances to be rewarded and to make your talent known. Regional, one stands out. Images, first fundraiser of the year: a bake MRHS’s own literary arts maga- sale filled with “yummy” goodies zine, has been a staple club for 38 made by the members them- years. It’s a great way for all po- selves. While there, member ets, writers, artists, and photog- Stephanie Cupo said, “We’re try raphers to express themselves ing (continued on page 11) OPINIONS Volume 43, Issue 2 November 2004 3 THE FALCONAIRE I’M Obsessed interactions of some, but show other a difference in behavior between the two “worlds”. By Alyssa Grossman & Kayla Oster Could this addiction be thwarting people’s ability to interact with Staff Writers one another face to face? Sophomore, Bill Yadlon says, “It’s a great way Are you just like the majority of teens who are addicted to instant to keep in touch with friends.” messenger? If you don’t have ten screenames, you probably haven’t Others aren’t thrilled about the effects online conversation brings. succumed to the technologically advanced world of online conversa- “They become two totally different people,” states Gillian Luszik, tions. IMing, as users call it, is an instantaneous online communication freshman, “someone may be shy in person but comfortable saying system. You can sign up, however either through your AOL service or anything online. Instant messaging can be used as a safety blanket.” by registering at the AIM website (www.aim.com). The messaging Many enjoy the simplicity and convenience of online conversations. trend has become so popular that it has taken over many other social “IM is so easy and convenient for me, because I have a sister who hogs interactions. Just like the above conversation, students and even adults the phone all day,” says Archana Harpaul, sophomore. Instant messag- are spending hours glued to the internet “chatting” with friends or ing can either be seen as a fun and simple way to spend your free time even complete strangers.