Montoursville Area High School 100 N. Arch Street April 2015 Montoursville, PA 17754 Volume 42 Issue 8

Behind the Scenes Issue

long process of transforming into in shows for Dowling is “looking week.. Certain days were devot- an ogre. back on the process and thinking ed to singing, and then certain Deak’s mask was a specially we were such ugly ducklings and days to acting, and certain days to Behind made latex foam mask that was now we are swans.” dancing.” essentially glued to his face. Th e most stressful part of doing “Even though we were only A new face was used every night, shows is “vocal health because ev- here fi ve out of the seven days we but the cowl and ogre ears were eryone got sick during the show.” all do have rehearsal seven days reusable. “When people say putting on a a week because there should be the Once the face was attached, the show is a journey, it really is. It’s individual time spent and that’s makeup artist, Marissa Hickey about the journey, not the desti- what makes us so good because air-brushed any visible skin green. nation,” said Dowling. we spend the extra time connect- scenes: “Imagine foam being glued to Th e biggest challenge that Se- ing to our characters and under- your face with people pressing nior Katie Conklin faced was standing the deeper meaning of hands fi rmly against your face, trying to fi nd her own voice in what the script really is.” while not being allowed to touch playing the role of Princess Fiona. Conklin participates in shows “Shrek it,” Deak said of the ogre mask. Conklin’s musical theater idol, because “it’s her life.” “Th e experience was like wrap- Sutton Foster played Fiona on “I’ve danced since I was a little ping your face in duct tape and Broadway, so trying to fi nd her girl and have been singing since then acting in a musical.” own version of Fiona was the I can remember. It’s just kind of the Not only did he have to deal hardest part of the musical. where I fell and I’ve always been with an uncomfortable mask, Th e most satisfying part of in choir and band.” Deak also experienced a strain putting on shows for Conklin is “Just the whole musical atmo- Musical” on his voice from the vocally de- “Knowing that I’m doing what I sphere appealed to me when I manding aspect of the musical. love because I’m going to make was really young and I was very Such strain caused Deak to have this into a career someday, so to fortunate to get parts in shows,” a swollen throat and fever. be able to devote my life to that is she said. “My love for it just grew hayliemcquillen As a result, Deak said he “felt the most amazing feeling.” because it was like the best of my copy & layout editor choreography. bad and lost confi dence in his “To be able to know that you’re three worlds all came together Th e week before the fi rst show performance.” saying your favorite line or sing- into one general topic.” is called “Tech Week,” where stu- When asked how this show ing your favorite song in a show is When asked how she felt the From the time that auditions dents stay after school and have compared to other shows that she the most awesome feeling, espe- musical turned out Mrs. Denise were held in December, the stu- dinner together and then run has been in Junior Kelsey Dow- cially when it’s over and you hear Connor said, “It was fantastic! dents involved in “Shrek the Mu- the show with lights and micro- ling said, “It was probably the the audience go crazy and you I’m so very proud of my cast and sical” worked hard to put on a phones and the live pit orchestra. most technically diffi cult show I can’t help but smile.” crew!” good show. After Tech Week, the cast per- have been in because there were a When asked how she would “Many audience members have Rehearsals began after winter formed the musical April 17, 18, lot of props and sets, and not a lot describe the process of putting told me that they had to remind break was over and the students and 19. of space because 40 people were together the show Conklin said, themselves that they were watch- practiced three to four days a Junior Jake Deak played the role on the stage at once.” “Crazy because we had rehearsals ing a high school show because week, with focus on music and of Shrek and had to undergo the Th e most satisfying part of being fi ve out of the seven days of the the quality was so high.”

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@mhsarrowhead @MHSArrowhead NEWS The Arrowhead page 2 April 2015 A town torn by construction Chowin’ down at the controversy FFA banquet torimayo kendraparke a&e staff the sports, I can’t co- features editor a 50/50 drawing given. One of meganstoner afford it,”she said the prizes was a full sized picnic jilliano’connor editor-in-chief during the April table that is wanted by many that news editor 14 meeting. participate in the drawing. Others believe Throughout the school year Many laughs were also shared The only thing that has been that school needs FFA has numeros events on the throughout the night, which is to built by the decision of the Mon- to be redone. calendar, but its banquet is an be expected when Hepburn is in toursville Area School Board’s Mr. Maynard Bo- event that everyone looks forward the room. choice to redo the high school is gart, who lives on to. Hepburn is also known for giv- a wall between the people of the Washington Street FFA stands for Future Farmers ing out gifts at the banquet. This town. taught at the high of America. year the lucky gift winners were According to Mr. Chris King school for 35 years FFA’s trusty advisor is Mr. Ben- Junior Annelyse Matzinger, Ju- the school board has been con- in the mathemat- jamin Hepburn. nior Michael Bibleheimer, and timplating high school construc- ics department and The students in FFA pulled the Senior Logan Koser. tion since late January 2014. retired in 2003. ocu m meat, and helped to prepare the “Throughout the year, the stu- Y At first when presented to the Two of Bogart’s dinner that they got to enjoy with dents go to a farm show, the J. their family and friends. Bloomsburg Fair, and are plan-

public there was little opposition, daughters attend- by but that changed when the $36 ed MHS and three The dinner consisted of pork ning on going on one more before million price tag was announced. of his grandchil- hoto barbeque, baked beans, potato the school year is up,” said Soph- P Many were outraged when they dren attend it to- salad, and macaroni and cheese. omore Kayla Trimble. heard about a tax increase. day. “In the long For dessert there was Penn State Trimble is one of the new FFA Senior Elizabeth Lee speaks out during Worried citizens presented their run it’s gonna be creamery ice cream and cake. officers for next year. the April 14 school board meeting against cases to the school board, and the cheapest deci- “[Being part of Ag] Taught me She said the reason she wanted those opposed to the construction. Lee pleaded with them to reconsid- sion,” said Bogart. how to work hard,” said Senior to be in FFA was because “My went on to explain that she is not, nor er in fear of losing their houses “I think too many reporter Caylyn Alexander. “Mr brother was in it and he said it are her peers, “At the bottom of the bar- due to higher taxes during school people see only to- Hepburn is good at pushing you was fun, and I really wanted to do rel” like some claimed Montoursville High board meetings on April 14 and day, it’s very easy to do better and you learn social it.” School students are. 28. to be short sided,” skills for the speeches at the end When asked about the food, When those opposed felt that said Bogart during of each marking period.” Brungard said “It’s good.” their voices were not being heard the April 14 meeting. for an against the major decision. During the banquet, awards Alexander said “The food is they started a petition against A second meeting was held on Also, toward the end of the were given and there were also great,” and Trimble said, “Two school construction. April 28 in the high school audi- meeting High School Princi- door prizes, as well as prizes from thumbs up”. Mrs. Debby Minnier, who lives torium. pal Mr. Daniel Taormina had a on Broad Street in the borough Citizens, faculty, and students presentation to show all of the is against the school construc- all voiced their opinions again. accomplishments of the high Montoursville tion. “I graduated from the high While the majority of speakers school. school (MAHS), it was all about in the April 14 were against the A final decision regarding the sports and it still is,” said Minnier, project, there was more of an even building project will be made in supports Germany “I’m not paying higher taxes for number of those who spoke both the near future. meganstoner editor-in-chief ar ke ee K. P by

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P Pictured above are cranes that were made by students Pictured above is Ron Snell adressing the school board at the meeting held at C.E. McCall in all art classes. The cranes were one of the ways that Middle School on APRIL 14. Snell came prepared for the meeting with a speech adressing Montoursville reached out to the German school that also his concerns with the plans to build a new high school. lost 16 students in a horrific plane crash over the French Alps.

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e r ton Help benefit a student in Guatemala to pay for higher education. M. S by See Cayla Treaster, Megan Stoner, Elizabeth hoto P Head custodian, Mike Lander, shows the school’s boiler room to a group of people that are opposing the construction. The boilers are one of the problems that the school board Lee, and Mrs. Morgan for details! is planning to fix with the new building. NEWS/PHOTO STORY Tyson Havens spins page 3 his daughter, Mai- zy, while dancing to One Direction’s Daddy Daughter “What Makes You Beautiful” during Dance: the Daddy Daugh- ter Dance on April 18. Lollipops, curled The dance is host- ed by The Arrow- head. locks and proud pops By Jenny Yocum

Alice Ravert jumps to tap a balloon to her dad, John Ravert, before everyone starts to dance. Along with Brian and Emilia Minotti dress up and smile for playing with balloons, fa- a picture they will later receive as their own for thers and daughters could Arrowhead staffers and seniors Jordynne Harvey, Sarah free. Anyone who wanted their picture taken get temporary tattoos, buy Musheno, and junior Cheyenne Wood help teach some could choose any sort of glasses, mustache or carnations, and get their of the girls to dance to the “Cupid Shuffle” while their feather scarf to wear to be funny. The backdrop picture taken as well as go fathers stand to the side and smile while taking their matched the dance’s “Candy Land” theme. outside to play on the play- picture. There were several songs that played that Arrow- ground. head staff members had to help teach to the girls. FBLA members dazzle at the Editor’s picks

hayliemcquillen state competition copy & layout editor isaacmiller news staff The school is sending two of its top students to Chicago for the FBLA national championship. Juniors Autumn Hall and Cheyenne Wood both placed in their categories in the state lev- el sending them to nationals. Both are very excited to see e i se r their hard work pay off after lots of studying to prepare for • Graduate high school . L. K the competition, along with r s • Learn sign language studying for their main courses. M of “I read an entire extra textbook,” • Fly on a plane said Wood when asked how • Go into an airport and buy a ticket for a random flight she prepared for states. “Over es y ourt Easter I worked really hard.” C • Visit all 50 states Hall also studied hard starting hoto four to five months before the P • Write a book actual competition for about Juniors Autumn Hall and Cheyenne Wood competed in three to five ours a night and will • Run a marathon the state comptition and placed in their categories giving continue to study for nationals. them the chance to compete in Chicago for the national Hall participated in the Per- • Take a photo every day for a year competition. The two will be working hard to study be- sonal Finance category in cause they are hoping to place in the national competition. • Ride in a hot air balloon states, while Wood partic- ipated in Accounting I. • Be in two places at once With the national comep- tition coming up the girls • Graduate college are very excited to be go- • Become a teacher ing to Chicago to compete while eating deep dish pizza. • Read 75 books in a year “I am proud of all 13 mem- bers who competed at states • Backpack through Europe and am especially proud of Au- • Go to an Imagine Dragons concert tumn and Cheyenne who spent countless hours studying for the • Go rock climbing competiton,” said FBLA ad- viser Mrs. Linda Keiser when • Learn how to surf asked abot her feelings on her students’ efforts at states and • Fufill everything on my bucket list two of her students making it to the national competition. EDITORIAL The Arrowhead page 4 April 2015 Arrowhead Staff Through the mind of Megan Editorial You’re an adult, so why not act Hey, like it? Montoursville, our opinions meganstoner WARNING! THE FOLLOWING CONTAINS INSULTS TOWARD THE editor-in-chief matter too! ADULTS ACTING LIKE CHILDREN AT THE LAST SCHOOL BOARD As many know I am the senior class representative on the school MEETING! board, and the meeting on April As a young adult in the Mon- the meeting some man grabbed Montoursville.” 14 regarding constructing a new into a “Taj Mahal” of a high toursville community, I am con- my arm in the parking lot and I am 18 years old, I am not a vot- high school was pretty interesting. school for students that are “bot- tinually asked to voice my opin- told me that “I was going to be ing member of the school board, To be honest, I came home tom of the barrel.” ion and speak my mind. the death of Montoursville!” so stop harassing me! (pretty mad) and I found a quote When I heard that my mouth However, as a student at Mon- I was so shocked that I was be- So why is it that anyone is being that I thought fit some people dropped and I just stood there in toursville Area High School, I ing accused of rasing someone’s attacked at all? Focus on the issue at the meeting. (I want everyone awe. feel that my opinion is being taxes and being the one to “kill and not the students who have no to know that I do NOT think First of all, it is wrong to call scoffed at. say. that everyone acted this way, just students dumb. With the school board’s deci- some!) Second of all, it is just wrong sion to continue with the build- An anonymous person once that students were brought into ing project, some adults of the said, “Children are not pawns. Do it at all. Montoursville community forget not use them as weapons in your Another lady wrote a letter to to listen to the students. petty immature adult tantrums. the editor of the Sun-Gazette and The students at Montoursville Grow up! Sometimes these kids said that she didn’t understand High School have been publically are more adult than you!” why money was being spent on a discriminated against. At the meeting many citizens new turf field when half (yes half ) We have been victimized by the of the community expressed of the students can’t read or write. harsh words of the upset individ- concerns about the new building Correct me if I’m wrong, but if uals and frankly it needs to stop. project, and many of them had you’re failing a class then you are e r ton We are not “bottom – of – the – rational thoughts; many of those no longer able to participate in a barrel” students. sport until you are passing those M. S thoughts expressed apprehension by What our community fails to about the tax increase that would classes … so doesn’t education understand is that it was the ad- be a burden for themselves. come first? hoto ministration’s decision to not pull P Others, however, communicated Those in opposition to the proj- any student out of class to re-take different worries. ect: Your issue is with the admin- Pictured above are the bricks that are popping out of the Keystone exams that they al- A couple men stood up and said istration not with the students, so the side of the music wing. This is one of the issues ready passed. that they did not understand why leave them out of it. regarding the current high school building. These students are involved in the high school was being turned Additionally, when I was leaving higher level classes, so it would hurt them more to miss a class. According to the Washington Look out its Liz! Post, Montoursville Are High School was ranked 33 out of 39 for the most challenging schools New schools for students, not in PA. This should speak volumes to everyone! sports Other arguments made by un- pleased citizens include rude re- elizabethlee classes, honors classes, marks about accusations of brain- assistant editor friends, and part time washing the students. jobs. Sports are a healthy From being called “bottom of I am not brainwashed. I am an way to decompress. It the barrel” to our administrators 18-year-old with a clear head. If gives kids opportunities being flat out disrespected, the I am able to make the decision of to meet new people, learn April 14 board meeting was ac- ke r s where I want to spend the next teamwork, sportsman- A

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T four years of my life and also how Before the meeting began I ship, and so many other

by I am going to pay for it, I can de- skills that are difficult to heard a woman claiming that the termine whether my safety or the teach in classroom set- reason that she wasn’t supporting safety of other’s is in danger. tings. the construction was because our I am a senior, as I have thor- I found a home in

school had revolved around sports ll u s tration

I oughly pointed out. the mixed up bunch when she attended MAHS, and it This new school won’t even ben- that makes up the sports are more likely to get better Before people make judgments still does today. efit me directly. However, I still cross-country team. The football jobs with better pay. about the school, and the im- I couldn’t disagree more. feel it’s important to rebuild the team’s t-shirts have “brother- Sports are a big part of the high pending construction project The numbers are in for the school. hood” written on the back for a school experience. The admin- they need to see how the times 2015-2016 school year and they We are all educated students reason. Sports give kids a sense of istration also seems to have cut have changed, how the world has indicate that approximately one- with informed opinions. belonging in the most confusing down on a lot of sports activities changed, and how the needs of third of MAHS students are We have lived through this years of their lives. that take up school time that the students have been changed as planning to be involved in either school for four years and we can Sports force kids to have better public may not know about. well. band, chorus or drama. see, on a daily bases, how worn attendance. If students don’t en- Also, as a student I have spent and torn our school is. joy school they are more likely almost four school years in the I am proud to call Montours- to skip. In order to participate in Have something to say? high school and I would know ville my home. sports however, students have to more about the way our school is It is the town I grew up in and have showed up for school that run than a tax payer that attended it’s where I plan to raise my chil- day. Write a letter to the editor or be MAHS in the 80s. dren. It gives kids that don’t thrive in Sports are important to our When I receive my diploma on school a setting to succeed and a guest writer and have your school, but why they are import- June 4th, 2015, I will walk with build self-confidence. The New ant is key to understanding the pride knowing I received one York Times article “High School opinion published in The modern high school dynamic. of the highest educations in the Athletes Gain Lifetime Benefits” Today’s students’ schedules are state. packed with Honor Societies, AP cites research that claims high Arrowhead. school students who have played FEATURES page 5 Hook, line, and SEAN sinker: Gaab reels in B PATRICK fish’n ‘chips O LITTLE jordynneharvey features staff Parents: Robert Little and Amie Penfield Y Birthday: 6/24/97 Line casted, reel cranking, fish Status: Taken by Physics pulling away. taking me places, and pushing me Favorites along the way,” said Gaab. Freshman Austin Gaab is a Color: Blue competitor fisherman who expe- Gaab’s dad fishes a little bit but riences this feeling all the time. not as much as he does. Movie: Interstellar “The drive of catching the fish,“ Gaab has traveled to Maryland, Pets: Gracie (dog), Buttons (cat), Cocoa (cat), Renny (cat) said Gaab about what motivates Washington D.C., and Lake Erie Cuisine: Italian him. for competitions. and Describe yourself in one word: Unique Gaab fishes for bass mostly in “The National Championships Describe your fantasy date: “Traveling between good restaurants the Susquehanna River. are in Arkansas and Tennessee,” and eating good food.” “I mostly catch large and small said Gaab. Most memorable high school moment: “Mr. Buckle forgot his car bass fish,” he said. “I can win scholarships, boats, on the day of the economics field trip.” “ M y cash priz- Most embarassing moment: “When Mr. Buckle saw the economics The drive of catching the fish, es, and rod favorite back row looking at the Penn State senior/VS model.” place to and reels,” national championships, and Activities: Soccer (3 years), Track (3 years), Key Club (3 years), fish is“hopefully becoming a profes- he said. Gaab has Physics Club (1 year-treasurer), Science National Honors Society ( 2 in the sional one day inspires me. G Susque- won five years-secretary), Mu Alpha Theta (2 years), National Honor Society hanna ” different (3 years), National English Honors Society (2 years) River,” - Freshman Austin Gaab competi- Plans after graduation: “Attending Gettysburg University to major said tions, and in chemistry got reward- I Gaab. “The biggest fish I caught was a ed with giftcards, fishing rods and “Sean P. Little - Every girl’s ideal prom date. All they had to do was five and a half pound small mouth reels. ask!” -Mr. Theodore Barbour bass.” He has also competed in two Gaab started fishing when he state championships and one R was around 5 years old when he pro-amateur championship. got himself interested. “I have won two state champi- “I thought it would be fun and onships to win trips to nationals,” I enjoy the passion of it” he said said Gaab L about why he started. The fish he catches are never a ALLISON Friend Tom Prowant and Pro- prize because all competitions are fessional fisherman, Reggie Falls catch and release. coached Gaab. Gaab plans on continuing his Inspiration helps keep Gaab fishing career for the rest of his FAITH cranking for the biggest fish. life. “The drive of catching the fish, Catching fish is obviously a big national championships, and motivation for him. hopefully becoming a profession- “Going on stage on national of CHAPMAN al one day inspires me.” television, and sharing my passion His parents take him to all his with other people motivates me,” competitions. said Gaab. Parents: Hank and Roxanne Chapman Gaab has been seen on the Out- the “My dad has helped me get to Birthday: 11/1/96 this point in my fishing career by door Chanel twice. Status: In a relationship Favorites Color: Robin egg blue Movie: 1776 Class: History Through Film Pets: My fat cat and my boyfriend Song: Quartermaster M Cuisine: Grilled cheese and chicken noodle soup Describe yourself in one word: Caring Describe your fantasy date: “Going to a mom and pop restaurant and then looking at the stars.” O Most Memorable High School Moment: “Junior year finals week, when all my friends and I went to Indian Park and played on the merry-go- round.” Most Embarrassing Moment: “When I went into GameStop to buy a N game, some lady saw my Pokemon lanyard and asked me to check out her son’s games.” Activities: Rho Kappa (11, 12-secretary), Swim Team (9,10,11,12 Cap- tain), Student Governemnt (11,12- President) T Plans after graduation: “Attending the Pennsylvania College of Tech- nology, majoring in Computer Security.”

“Alli brings energy and a smile to everything she does. Her enthusiasm H and creativitiy are simply contagious to those around her. She will be suc- cessful in any endeavor that she chooses and will definitely have fun every Freshman Austin Gaab is holding two large mouth bass he caught at the state tournament step of the way.” -Mr. Rich Delong on Lake Erie. Gaab has won two state champi- onships. Dan Yeagle, 12

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isaacmiller would be,” said Freshman food he had ordered from Five news staff 2015 blurryfaced Noah Gavlock when asked Guys was healthy for him or not. Many people have been talking his thoughts on the food. Food that is served at Five albums about all of the new businesses The food, while considered to Guys is also looked at as over- would be different- more excit- that have been or will be con- taste very good, is also looked priced because a meal can cost at as not the healthiest choice. the same as sit down restraunt, taylorakers ing. For some uncanny reason, structed or opened in the area. a&e editor that is how the music started to Of the new buildings that have “Its very good but unheathy,” causing people to go on certian become as well. I was bombarded been put in, Five Guys was one said Sophmore Ethan Lazorka occasions but not as frequent- With the turn of the New Year and overwhelmed by the amount that was talked about by many. when asked if he thought the ly as other fast food places. as the ball was dropped and my of albums and new singles being Five Guys is a chain restau- loved ones “whooped” around released. rant that specializes in burg- me, I began to notice something So without further adieu, I bring ers and fries and is consid- wonderful- music was picking my current 2015 soundtrack (and ered a fast food reastraunt. up again. 2014 was great and full anticipated additions) Several students have been of interesting sounds but at the Overall, 2015 has been a great to Five Guys in other places turn of midnight, an entire new year for music and I am excited to and talked about making plans soundtrack began as a new year see what else the year has in store to go to the new one going in started. for not only myself, but for main- near Buffalo Wild Wings. As a senior, I decided that things stream listening as well. After making its opening in Top 5 Recommended Albums of 2015 April students have made the trip more than once to taste all of Five Guys’ selections of food. 1. Blurryface “I have been there multiple Although not scheduled to be released until May 19th, Blurryface is times,” said Freshmen Keegan sure to be a fresh new kick. Having been a fan of twenty one pilots for Leahy when asked if he had ever a beautiful 3 years, I can say not one song is the same. Singles “Tear been to the new Five Guys. in My Heart” and “Fairly Local” illustrates that the crazy, confusing There have been many posi- sound is the way twenty one pilots will continue in the anticipated tive reviews of the food served album, Blurryface. from Five Guys from students A mix of electronic, rap, piano and pop-rock, I am sure that this al- who have gone to eat there. bum will be sure to knock current fans with a new wave. “It’s pretty good cause the burg- ar ke er tasted like it was off a grill,” K. P

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2. Strangers to Ourselves thought about the food he had Modest Mouse hasn’t released a new studio album since 2007 with eaten from FIve Guys, “There hoto We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank, so it was incredible to see P shakes were terribly delicious.” Strangers to Ourselves strike back from their absence with the same With all of the posi- You cannot get the full effect just by this picture. The classic indie feeling. tive reviews other have not atmosphere, smell, and food put this place over the The single, “Lampshades on Fire” is just one of the songs that provide shared the same opinion. top. a fresh, energizing start to push fans into the old Modest Mouse they “It wasn’t like I thought it all loved.

3. Smoke and Mirrors Turning the pages with Tori Imagine Dragons, the band famous for the singles, “It’s Time” and nior prom since the only girl he “Radioactive” is back with their high-energy-rock-centered album, torimayo has ever had eyes for, (Margo) is Smoke and Mirrors. a&e staff taken by the popular jerk... clas- Songs that are featured in mainstream media like “I Bet My Life” Most know John Green for his sic, right? Quintin was about to and “I’m So Sorry” are found in the film “Chappie” and the “Battlefield famous “The Fault in Our Stars” have an ever so usual, unevent- Hardline” trailer are displayed on the album. Other singles, like “Fric- tragic love story of two teenagers ful typical Thursday night when tion” and “Polaroid” offer a flattering and diverse mix to the rock-cen- and their battle against cancer Margo climbs through his win- tered album. Overall, the album is a mix of every emotion and perfect and the ticking clock. After the dow. She has a plan for revenge regardless what mood a listener is in. movie based on this novel came and Quintin will play co-pilot.

out, Green’s books became very Follow the two together through 4. Drones popular. a night of mischief, comeup- Not scheduled to be released until June 4, Muse is back. Sporting So now, like all of Nicolas pance and laughter. their classic, energy driven electronica and iconic vocals, I am personal- Sparks love stories, one by one Check out “Paper Towns,” lit- co m ly excited for Drones. After their experimental album, 2nd Law, many movies are being created based on erally though, it’s in the library. . fans questioned the “true” Muse sound. Green’s books. You won’t regret it, and it’s great Although the album has not been released, singles like “Dead Inside” Most recently, “Paper Towns” to read the book before you e r es t and “Psycho” seem to reestablish Muse’s older muse. has been turned into a movie. watch the movie. int P The novel is definitely one of my I’m actually quite excited to see fro m

favorites. It’s about two teens in the movie considering Nat Wolff 5. Kintsugi Florida, Quintin Jacobsen and is staring in it, he’s perfect. I en- Death Cab for Cutie’s most known singles, “Soul Meets Body” and “I Margo Roth Spiegelman, neigh- joyed the movie, “TFIOS” so if p hoto Will Follow You Into the Dark” attracted a fairly large fanbase in 2005 bors and childhood freinds that it is anything like that, it will be The quote above is one of the and the new album, Kintsugi, reminded them exactly why. Consistent eventually grew apart during their good enough for me! most famous quotes from John vocals, a simple guitar melody and electronic elements makes this al- high school years. Poor Quintin I must admit, I’m kind of bit- Green’s “Paper Towns”. It is bum one to listen to while taking a walk. has been deemed a “geek”. He- ter about all of my favorite books one of my favorites and I can’t Although the new album has recieved few media recognitions thus plans on skipping out on his Se- being turned into movies. wait to see and hear Margo say far, it has recieved a 66/100 according to Metacritic and three and a it while watching the movie. half stars from Rolling Stone. co m

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p hoto movie. John Green’s “Paper Towns” came out in 2008 and debuted as number five on the New York Times bestseller list for -Senior” Michaela Way childrens books. Jake Schreier is directing a movie based on Green’s book that will come out July 24. page 9 Art show showcases student Behind the scenes: talent Community Arts nateripley ics catagory a&e staff included Ju- Center niors Quin- taylorakers MAHS students has the oppor- cy Waldron, a&e editor tunity to show off their art work Amy Sheets, enjoys the classical shows at the ee At least once, students around at the art department’s annnual and Tristan the area have attended one of Community Arts Center and art show. Yochum, and E.L y Williamsport’s booming venues, the venue itself.

The show incluede art peices Freshman Kai- B The Community Arts Center. “I believe in it” said Hunsinger from different catagories includ- ley Beltz.

hoto Holding concerts, comedy acts, “It was something me and my ing ceramics, jewelry, drawing, Sheets and P children’s shows and high energy wife would do together and a and painting. Junior Ash- stunt performances since 1928, community service we both en- While the top awards were ley Cipcic won Freshman Faith Sweeley shows off her little is known to the audience of joyed. Everyone is nice to work first, second, and third, Honor- Principal’s ceramic art to fans at the art show. how the shows are conducted and with.” able Mention, Principals’ Choice, choice for thier Sweeley took second place for her proj- the history behind the theater. Another veteren of the venue is School Board’s Choice, and ceramics work, ect. Getting in touch with House Susan Baker. Factuly’s Choice were available as while Junior busy schedule of multiple musical Manager, Jill Woodhead, I quick- “I am a firm believer in the arts well. Autumn Bigger was given the classes. She also likes that jewl- ly realized the amount of work for all ages of people. I worked Winners from the drawing com- School Board’s Choice Award. ery is different form her other art gone unnoticed not only during here as a 14 year old making 35 petition included Junior Sarah Sheets also scooped up Faculty’s classes and that she can wear her the performance, but before and cents an hours.” Said Baker “ev- Nields, Sophomore Ashley Bas- choice. projects. after. As House Manager, just erybody should be subjected to tian, and Freashman Matti Mar- Sheets said ceramics is her fa- Three of Conklin’s necklaces ap- one of the many responsibilities it [art]. Volunteers are like fami- kley. Markley also won School vorite medium of art becuase she peared in the Spring’s Musical of that the Community Arts Center ly. We care about each other.” Board’s Choice, while Nields took works well with her hands and Shrek. calls for, Woodhead is responsible The staff of the Communi- home both Principal and Facul- loves “seeing real world things Conklin said “I get my motiva- for “everything from the curb to ty Arts Center certainly seems ty’s choices. and transforming them into ce- tion from what’s in front of me, the stage.” like a family. Each of the staff Nields said most of her ideas ramic projects.” and my own thoughts. I fiddle That Friday night, the Com- stepps up to fill in any gaps or come from class assignments she Sophomore Maia Cenimo and with random things and I enjoy munity Arts Center was prepar- inconviences that arises before wants to fulfill. Senior Katie Conklin were win- seeing them reach their potential ing for Cirque Mechanics: Pedal or during the show. Their close- Juniors Areta Updegraff, Bryce ners in the jewlery portion of the in front of me.” Punk. The performance involved knit but welcoming group is a Bower, and Senior Savannah show. Both girls won a specially made mech bike de- wonder that challenges even the Wilton won in the painting cat- Principal’s Choice signed for high performance skills of the Cirque Mechanics. egory of the show. and School Board’s I love seeing real world “ and stunts. Although I must The history of the Communi- In the same category Junior Amy Choice for their things and transforming agree that the performers were ty Arts Center is also vaguely Sheets won Principal’s Choice, work, and Conklin them into ceramic projects. hard-working and flexible, seeing know to those attending shows. Junior Nicole Weisser recieved was awarded Faculty’s ” the staff running the show made Opened originally as the School Board’s Choice, and Se- choice. -Junior Amy Sheets me realize that performers were Capitol Theater, the venue was nior Savannah Wilton took home Conklin enjoys all around the audience. flooded in 1936 by a devastating Facuty’s choice. making jewlery be- Woodhead has cleaned, sold 15 feet of water. The first mil- The winners from the ceram- cause it fits into ther tickets, stuffed and unstuffed lionaire theater in the area was programs, conducted meet and quickly destroyed. However, in greets, scheduled and even ironed 1993, the Capitol Theater re- NOAH some of the costumes worn by opened as The Community Arts A performers. Center and was refurnished as “I always have to work ahead a close to the original as possible. week or two but still stay with the The framework was replaced, R BLACK current week.” said Woodhead walls painted, and even the car- “I’ve worked here for 5 years and pet color was matched accord- Q: How long were you in I feel I haven’t worked a day.” ing to a stray patch found in the theater and why did you Woodhead isn’t the only one ruins. T Currently, the Community join? that’s been around the Commu- A: Since 6th grade. I al- nity Arts Center for years. Arts Center stands as a wonder- ways liked music, I enjoyed Former History teacher for ful reminder of the small, pros-

I onnor Montoursville Area High School, perious area we live in. the atmosphere and I liked Mrs. Gilbert so why not? John Hunsinger, is one of those Next time you go to the venue,

D . C 265 volunteers across the area be sure to “turn off your cell- by S Q: What was your favor- who also helps the success of the phones and enjoy. Stop looking venue. through the camera and live in ite performance? hoto A: I participated in the P Rumored to have seen about the moment” because you are program ACT UP! in 9th 650 shows since 1997, Hunsinger sitting in a great place to be. T Noah Black (left) and brother, Cole Black grade and we performed (right) pose after “Shrek: The Musical.” This “West Side Story.” It was was Noah’s ninth musical. my favorite due to the cal- iber of the performers in it and I met some good peo- P ple there too. Q: What does theater mean to you? A: I think it means a bunch of kids that are insane Q: What extra curricular just screwing around and having fun. It allows us R activities do you partici- kids to escape from the stress and drama of life for pate in? a little and become these characters who have prob- A: I joined choir (5th), lems easier to fix than our own. It’s basically just a O Ville Harmonic Vocal big release from the stress of life because we are do- Ensemble (10th), and two ing the things we love to do the most. ACT UP! performanc- oodh e ad F es. I was in band until 9th Q: What’s your favorite part about theater? grade, played soccer since I A: It would have to be hearing the audience laugh- J. W

ing at something you did or said. There is an unex- of

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and I also perform comedic L Q: What are your plans after high school? improv where you basical- hoto

ly get on a stage and play A: I’m attending Pittsburgh University at Bradford P E different comedic games and I’m going to major in Sports Management. I Pictured above from left to right: House Manager Jill Wood- without a script and you will also be on the soccer team. head, acclaimed singer Tony Bennett, Assistant Executive just make it up as you go. Director Jeri Sims, and Executive Director Rob Steele. SPORTS The Arrowhead page 10 April 2015 Behind the scenes of AD, Miss Wynn “Wood

cheyennewood On a typical day, Wynn receives sports editor ya’ look countless phone calls and emails Athletic director Miss Evelyn from parents, coaches, and teach- Wynn is one of the most dedicat- ers. at that!” ed individuals in the athletic de- She does not have to attend all partment, constantly staying late these events, however, she goes Say goodbye to attend sporting events in order the extra mile and attends every to support students. home event, which there are mul- to turf tiples of each week. During the The basics of Wynn’s job are cheyennewood to schedule and plan the games, winter there are nights she does sports editor meets, and tournaments of the not get home until after 10 p.m. high school athletic teams. “I don’t have to be here for ev- “My daily activities are to make ery game but that is the fun of the sure the athletic department is job,” said Wynn. running smoothly behind the Wynn is also the person who scenes,” said Wynn. communicates with other schools to schedule and ultimate- ly reschedule events. “The spring As everyone is well aware, Mon- is the worst Yocum by J. Photo toursville has been in utter chaos Athletic director Miss Evelyn Wynn answers emails and it’s hard over the new high school, and be- to get the in her office. This spring Wynn has been extremely cause of that, we will no longer be games to busy communicating with other teams to schedule getting our much anticipated turf work with our makeup games and meets due to poor weather and football field. schedule and field conditions. One of the major issues with the the opponents’ high school project is in regards schedules,” to the renovation of Memorial said Wynn. the spring, so she tries to work The many coaches who work di- Stadium, or specifically the foot- Spring is the around those in hopes of pleasing rectly with her are very apprecia- ball field. busiest season everyone and avoiding conflicting tive of all her hard work. The original plan passed by the for sports be- schedules. Wynn also took on the role as school board earlier this year ar-

Photo by C. Wood Photo cause of the “It’s hard because kids are in- one of the two advisors for the ranged for turf and a new track In addition to managing the school’s unpredictable volved in so much and you do Class of 2016. She is in the midst to be installed. Work for the en- your best to make it easier for of preparing for the prom with sporting events, Miss Evelyn Wynn is weather and tire building was to begin in May, them but you can’t make everyone the junior class officers. however with the recent protests, extremely involved in planning the playing cond- tions. happy,” said Wynn. Junior Class President Michael I would not expect that to start prom, which is to be held May 2. Wynn The major- Wynn, who went to college for Forney said “She has been our anytime soon. and the prom committee attended to ity of field heath and physical education, leader in making sure we put on At the April 14 school board Farrington Place in Williamsport to be- trips are also became the athletic director for a successful porm.” meeting, it was decided not to gin setup after school on April 23. scheduled for Montoursville in 2011. purchase turf for the football field at the request of the taxpayers. Ultimately, as an athlete, I was FBLA gives back to Blue & White PSU game quite disappointed when I heard briulmer this news. The benefits of turf in sports staff players ran into the stadium with the long run would have been charities Imagine the famous Beaver the band playing and the cheer- great and extremely convenient ashlynnmcquillen stadium speckled with blue and leaders surrounding them,” said for students, coaches, and the sports staff put up a new flagpole, U.S. flags white from the shirts of people Senior Joanna Zuk. maintenance staff. and POW flags to replace ones of all ages who travel hours to see The atmosphere is never a let The major reason behind the Mrs. Linda Keiser, with the help that were destroyed in a storm. purchase of turf was that because of her FBLA students, held a 3v3 their favorite football team scrim- down. The athletes aren’t the only Siciliano was a prisoner of war mage themselves. This is the Penn aspect of the day. The band also of the new school’s planned size basketball tournament to go to- in a Nazi prison camp, he was the increase, the current practice field wards charities. There were multi- State University Blue-White attends and plays many crowd age of 92 when he sadly passed game. pleasing, pump-up songs. would be essentially cut in half. ple teams playing, boys, girls, and away. But, his selfless service to The practice field now is crowd- co-ed teams. The Blue-White game started “I like the band because me hav- our country wil never be forgot- in 1951 with an attendance of a ing a background and knowledge ed with four football teams, junior There were two brackets to the ten. high, 9th grade, junior varsity, and tournament, the gold bracket and mere 500. Now, 64 years later in music I was able to under- When asked if there would be the stadium is almost completely stand and appreciate their music varsity, using it simultaneously in the blue bracket. another FBLA 3v3 basketball the fall. All of the games were held filled with 75,000 people. program,” said Sophomore Nash tournament next year, Mrs. Keis- There are many things to do Dawson. The stadium field, in its current during flex period and other stu- er replied saying, “Yes, because it state, would not be suitable for dents could come to watch the before, during, and after the game. The Blue and White game is is fun for the student body, and a Lions fans can find thousands of completley free event. It also Friday night football games af- games for one dollar admission. fun way to raise money for char- ter being heavily practiced on all The teams would play until elev- cars lined up tailgating, grab a holds activities for all ages. At ities.” bite at the many food vendors, or the end of the day the university week. en with each basket only counting This is where spending about as one point. take a lap on the field itself while holds an exciting fireworks show having a meet and greet with the near the stadium. For more news $250,000 on artificial turf starts Overall, about eight teams to make sense. played. The champions of the first players. and updates you can dowload the “My favorite part was when the Beaver Stadium app! Turf would be able to handle tournament were the White Men daily football practices and make Can Jump. up for the loss of practice field The champions of the second space. tournament were Mikayla Shaffer It would also allow more teams and the Other Inferior Athletes. to use the stadium field on a The tournaments accumulated e r ton regular basis. The soccer teams one-hundred dollars for the Twi- u k could use it much more often, light Foundation and also another M. S y host more night games, and draw J. Z one-hundred dollars for the Di- B

by larger crowds. Montoursville is a ana Scholarship Fund.

hoto very football central town, but it es y The Twilight Foundation is a P can also greatly benefit other pro- foundation that gives back to the

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Senior Aaron Cipriani goes up U.S. Veterans by helping them Sure, a quarter of million dollars achieve goals in life that they ha- for a layup as Freshman Brian hoto may sound like a lot now, but the Shaffer attempts to block the P ven’t yet been able to do. long term benefits and its prac- shot. Penn State’s Blue and White game in which the team plays For example, Gus Siciliano, a ticality would have been a great itself was April 18th at Beaver Stadium. Many MHS students proud Army Veteran wished to asset that many student athletes attended this free event such as Senior Joanna Zuk. had been looking forward to. page 11 CAYLA Sport shorts ashlynnmcquillen A TREASTER sports staff Q: What pumps you up? Softball: Music and my teammates. T A: rEaStEr c. t c. of Q: What’s your favorite part about the sport you play?

H ourtESy A: Working as a team and winning as a c Th e girls’ softball team is off to a great start this year.

hoto Seniors Kelsey Stine and Cayla Treaster are the dy- team. P namic duo of the team. Treaster pitches to Stine often L in the games and they have helped the softball team Q: Who is your number one fan? Why? reach their winning record. E A: My mom because she always supports me and comes to all my games. Q: What is your favorite MAHS sports memory? Boys’ Tennis: T A: Beating South Williamsport last year.

Q: Do you play for any other teams in the off -season? E A: Yes, the Silver Bullets. Th e boys’ tennis team has been progressing very Q: well this season. Th ey are hopeful to go to districts Are you planning on playing in college? this year and get a title. S A: Yes, Lycoming College. of DEVIN Boys’ and Girls Track: SINGER the inGEr

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gets a big hit. ourtESy c Recntly went to the Lock Haven invitational on

hoto April 25th and both the girls’ and boys’ were suc- P Q: cessful. M What’s your favorite part about the sport you play? A: How unpredictable it can be. O Baseball: Q: Who is your number one fan? Why? N A: Whithout a doubt my mom because she’s at almost every game, and is there for me win or loss.

Q: T What is your favorite MAHS sports memory? Th e boys’ season has started off very well, despite of When I scored the winning run against Williamsport at the Backyard A: the weather and several game postponements. By the Brawl last year. H end of the season they are hopeful for a district title.

Q: Do you play for any other teams in the off -season? A: My travel team the Williamsport Wildpitch.

Q: Are you planning on playing in college? A: Potentially at Calrion University. briulmer sports staff PEOPLE The Arrowhead page 12 February 2015 Love Throw-back-Thursday cute animals witty/sarcastic comments self-positivity

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