TEACHER of the YEAR: LISA BASIL by DANIELLE SCHWARTZ Mrs

TEACHER OF THE YEAR: LISA BASIL BY DANIELLE SCHWARTZ Mrs. Basil is a Special Education ally. A graduate of both Manor Oaks teacher here at New Hyde Park Memo- Elementary and NHP Memorial, Mrs. rial High School. If you don’t know her, Basil has never really left. After ventur- you’re really missing out. Mrs. Basil is ing away for her undergraduate studies a teacher that is well liked among stu- at SUNY Geneseo, she came back home dents and teachers alike, and you would to pursue her Masters degree and was be hard pressed to fnd someone who hired here in 1993 as a full-time teacher had anything negative to say about her. in the Special Education department. Te Special Education chairperson She has worn many hats since then, Kevin Milano commented, “Lisa is one including teacher, coach, adviser, chap- of those unique individuals that not erone, colleague, friend, and…wife.” only has high standards for her students True to her personality, Mrs. Basil but has them also for herself. Mrs. Basil gives credit to others for her successes takes students who dislike and struggle here at NHP, saying, “I am very attached in Math and gets them to pass regents to my department…We pick each other and achieve diploma standards. She up and show support all day every day… works everyday from the moment she It is a privilege to work in my depart- walks in the building until the time she ment. We are lucky, as well, to have a leaves for her students to gain the knowl- chairperson in Mr. Kevin Milano, who edge to succeed in her class.” Clearly, she goes out of his way to show his appreci- is a valued member of the New Hyde ation for us… In many ways, my job is Park Community, and Mr. Milano is simple. I have to care about children and not the only one who feels this way. make them believe that becoming inde- What some of you may not know pendent is important. If I can do these about NHP’s teacher of the year Lisa things efectively every day, I think I’ve Source: Mary Source: Kay Mannle Basil is that her roots are here – liter- accomplished something meaningful.” SENIORS MOVE ON TO HIGHER EDUCATION Source: Justine Kraus, AJ Johnson, Claire Friel, Steven Chambers Steven Friel, Claire AJ Johnson, Kraus, Justine Source: President’s Letter

BY JENNA WEIHS To my fellow classmates, friends the school I am attending next year. do spend half our day here sometimes. others has helped me in large amounts and teachers. I would like to thank you From someone who has been in your We created bonds with teachers, other with public speaking. I would like to all for allowing me to have had the hon- shoes, I advise you to make the best of students and even certain subjects or thank Nicholas Lopez, Geena Gardella, or of serving as the student council pres- your high school years. It goes by quick- classrooms. Tis school was a place I al- Ethan Chung, Hope Lee, Luke Oh, ident this year. Since 7th grade, I had er than you can ever imagine. I remem- ways felt safe and at home. I hope you Marina Pappas, and Stefe Tomas for always hoped that when I was a senior I ber hearing the results of the election on can all share the love of the school and helping to make student council the would be school president, so thank you the loudspeaker last year, anticipating make your greatest efort to be a part best it can be. I would also like to thank for helping me what the presi- of the group that Mrs. Psaros and make my dreams dency would be makes it better. Mrs. Vosswinkle come true. I had like and what I Make the best of Blum, for dedi- a truly incred- wished to accom- the time that you cating their time ible year, and I plish. However, have here. Don’t to helping us hope you didn’t in the blink of wish your years put our ideas get too tired of an eye, here I am away by looking into a reality. I hearing my voice writing a fare- forward to gradu- would say that on the loud- well letter to you ation and college. as frst year stu- speaker every day. all to wrap up Don’t be afraid dent council ad- I can honestly my senior year. to do what you visors, they did say that becom- To all the future love. Enjoy the an amazing job. ing President was student council friends, teach- I hope everyone one of the great- ofcers, some of ers and memo- has an amazing est highlights of whom may be ries that you are summer and fol- my high school reading this right making every lowing that, an career. I was able now, I wish you day. Try your amazing school to meet so many the best. Start hardest but have year in the fall. new people, and Source: Jenna Weihs getting involved fun while do- Source: Jenna Weihs Don’t worry become so involved in school activi- now. Join Student congress, join clubs, ing it. Don’t get caught up in pointless this is not the last you will be hearing ties. I got to interact with many of the make yourself well known. Continue to drama. Life is too short, just let it go. from me. I promise to come back to younger students whom I may not have make New Hyde Park Memorial a place I would like to thank the entire visit. As the year is coming to an end had the chance to meet. For those of that makes saying goodbye so hard. student body for electing me as presi- and gives me a feeling of nostalgia, you who will be returning to this school For those of you who have always dent. Tank you for believing in me. leaving my presidency to Nicholas Lo- next year, I urge you to become a mem- wondered where the music in between Tis role has made me feel more conf- pez makes it a little more comforting. ber of student council. Tere was noth- classes comes from, yes it was me playing dent in myself, knowing that other peo- I know that he will be a great asset to ing more satisfying than having a 7th or it. My phone is hooked up to a speaker ple are confdent in me. Always having the school. Tank you for an amaz- 8th grader say to me “Hey, you’re Jenna in the ofce. I hope you enjoyed my mu- to make speeches, and talk in front of ing year flled with amazing memories. the student council president right?” sic selection. A lot of time and thought Tis year has been flled with excite- went into the songs that I played ev- ment and new faces. I am proud to say eryday. You are all probably thinking, that I was a main contributor to a lot “wow that’s so cool.” It was cool to be of the events that took place this year. able to pick the songs that were played, A major contribution that the but honestly at times it got a little stress- THE CHARIOT Student Council has made this year is ful. I didn’t want to play the same song “Carries Te News” begin the Decker’s Dogs Fundraiser. We over and over again, but I also wanted began raising money to train a shelter you all to enjoy the songs that I played. Staf dog, which will eventually be given to a As student council president, I feel Editors-In-Chief------Emily Budhram, Eleni Kothesakis soldier who has returned from the war. like it is my duty to ofer you all some Copy Editors------Mariyah Rajshahiwala, Nivetha Shanmugarajah Tis dog will help them to deal with the advice for the rest of your high school News Editors------Alexa Blandeburgo, Dave Dodson devastation as a result from fghting in years. For those of you who are graduat- Features Editors------Anooja John, Krupa Patel the war. I hope in the next few years, ing with me, I wish you all the best of Sports Editors------Christopher Kerrane, Matthew Notine as a school you continue to fundraise luck for the future and you can prob- Entertainment Editors----Abha Japi, Anush Shah money for this beautiful cause. Some ably vouch for me when I say this. For Student Life Editors------Margaret Cotter, Danielle Schwartz of you may remember seeing me or those of you who are going to be com- Business Manager------Saumya Sharma other student council members sell- ing back next year, take everyday as it is. Publicity Coordinator-----Ryan Jose ing “lollipop reindeer.” Te money You get a bad grade, learn from it. You for that went towards the fundraiser. get in trouble, learn from it. Before you Staf Photographers------Zahra Gittham As the school year comes to an know it, you will be graduating like I Cartoonists------Matthew Wong end, it is bittersweet for me. Next year am, and suddenly you are going to wish Advisers------Mary Kay Mannle, Ellen VanWie I will not be as big of an infuence as I you can go back and do it all over again. Writers: Aisha Abdelhamid, Sahran Amin, Kristen Bamberger, Dave Budh- am now. I am going to have to rebuild Although you may not think it now, ram, Zahra Gittham, Anisha Hari, Waresa Islam, Nicole Joseph, Pranav a name for myself in college but I hope you are going to miss this place. Tink Kengeri, Gabby LaSala, Amanda Saji, Angel Shaji, Saumya Sharma, Sam to continue being an infuential part about it. We spend almost half of our Valentin, Jenna Weihs of the student body. I intend to be a day here. For those of us who do sports student government leader at Hofstra, or extracurricular activities, we basically Hello To Our First Goodbye- Chariot Staf Y’all Still Don’t Know How To Justify... If My Rants in the Groupchat Were Not Sincerely, Emily Enough... To my crazy, ‘hardworking’ lovable staf, the best part of this year. Tanks Krupa: Krupa, you have been on derstand the pain you caused me last To Krupa, thank you so much for your for giving me a shoulder to lean on staf longer than any other person year. Tank you for sticking around dedication through all of the years you when I’m tired and a shoulder to cry I’ve ever met, and I can’t believe af- even though I’m so hard on you. have been on staf. Even though Sten- on when you screw up. Love yaaa. ter so many crazy editors in chief, Abha: Layout with you is nothing short cel decided to abandon us right before To Matt Wong, just like Anooja, all I myself included, you were amazing of a good time. From listening to the La your senior year, we could all tell how have to say is I love you. You slay EVERY- and stuck around. Tank you for all La Land Soundtrack to crying over Cole much he appreciated your hard work. THING. Your cartoons are some of the that you’ve done for Te Chariot.. Sprouse, you make Chariot less stress- To Mariyah, although you only joined greatest things I’ve ever been privileged Mariyah: Mariyah, you’re basically ful. Except when you drive me nuts staf this year, you’ve been such a big enough to lay my eyes on. Stay punny :) the smartest person ever and we’re so by not listening to what I suggest, but part of our staf. You immediately be- Dear Mrs. Mannle, thank you for ab- lucky to have you on staf, even if you I appreciate all the hard work you do. came a part of our family and I know solutely everything this year. I know it and Nivetha miss and error or two. Meg: Meg, your forgetfulness to jus- you’ll continue to do great things. must’ve been hard coming into a club As a terrible speller myself, I seriously tify your articles and using a separate For Alexa, I know being a part of news with pretty much a whole new staf but commend you on all your hard work. text box for bylines drives me crazy, but was stressful because of the crazy dead- you always had such great and innova- Chris: Chris, Chris, Chris, what you’ve really done a great job as an editor. lines, but you made it work so well. tive ideas for next year. I can’t wait to would I do without you? If I could Dani: I’ve decided to make your Tank for your countless ideas that man- continue working with you, we love you! give out an award for MVP Editor “Thank you” in the font Times aged to be both interesting and timely. Dear Mrs. VanWie, there’s so so I would give it to you. Chariot is my New Roman because upon open- Dear Meg, this year has allowed me much to thank you for. Tank you baby and I know it’s terrible for a par- ing your section that is the only to learn two things about you- 1) that for doing everything with ordering ent to pick favorites, but Sports has font I ever see. All jokes aside, you’re a motivated individual, and 2) the shirts, for keeping us alive with been my favorite section all year. you’ve been so helpful this year. that you’re a great friend. Some of my pizza during those late nights, and for Matt: SAT! High Honor Roll! Now that Anooja: Anooja, I have never met best memories from layout are jamming everything in between. We really ap- I’ve grabbed your attention, thank you someone as hardworking as you and out to the Victorious soundtrack haha. preciate everything you do for us. for all of your hardwork; you’ve been were incredibly lucky to have you To Nivetha, you are a wonderful copy And fnally, last but absolutely not such a great editor...were you though??? on staf. During layout you are truly editor. Tank you for the long nights just least, my partner in crime, the bad You constantly, purposefully drive me Wonder Woman. You’re the only per- before deadline trying to read through an cop to my good cop, my lenigrl2, insane by threatening to impeach me, son who would be able to handle entire 20 page newspaper in one night!!! LNE, and true friend. Eleni. You are but I think we both know that this Char- everything thrown at you this year. Oh Chris, sweetieeeee. Even though the only person I could imagine having iot Queen can’t be dethroned. Stay oily. Nivetha: Nivetha, thank you so sometimes I can’t stand you (like stand by my side this whole year. Chari- Alexa: Alexa, you have a clear vi- much for all of your hard work this when you went on a rant about con- ot drives us crazy, but I have to appreci- sion on what you want and you’re year, I could never do what you do. servatism in the group chat) you have ate every step because I’m doing it with very goal driven. You drive me nuts Matt Wong: Matt, you are tru- awesome energy. Stay oily my dude. you. Your dedication is actually crazy. half the time but I admire you’re ly one of the most talented people For Dani, frst of all, I’m so sorry for call- Tank you for allowing me to be there clear vision on what you want. I’ve ever met. You’ve been so helping you Danielle pretty much this whole for you from the beginning...remember Dave: Dave, during layouts you’re ful picking up the slack by mak- year. You made this year simply more when you broke down after we sent our very soft-spoken, but you get ing the Chariot website, thank you. fun. I love ranting to you about random frst issue to press? Good times. Re- work done, and I really appreci- Emily: Emily, I cannot thank you enough things while listening to music from member when we broke down literally ate how goal-driven you’ve been. for putting up with my crazy all year, Meg’s phone. Tank you for everything! every issue after that? Also good times. Anush: You’re fred! Just kidding that takes a lot of patience and I com- Hey Abha! Muchas gracias para tu Tere’s no one else I’d want to stay in (maybe)! Although this is your frst mend you. After many mental break- trabajo este año. Also, thanks for put- the Chariot ofce with until all hours year as editor I feel like you were on downs in the Chariot room you have al- ting up with Anush lol. You guys re- of the night. I owe you so much, but staf with me last year because of how ways been there to calm me down. Your ally were the dream team and you most importantly, I owe you a donut. much I had to constantly text you ask- ability to layout is amazing, but what’s worked so well together. You truly Love you Leni, you’re the realest one. ing for articles. Hopefully now you un- even more amazing is all the tea we spill made Te Chariot a better paper. during layout. We survived one year, To Dave, thank you thank you thank only one more year of breakdowns left. you. You honestly keep the sanity in VanWie: Mrs. VanWie, thank you the ofce. You’re quiet, but you work so much for everything that you’ve diligently and you always amaze with done for the chariot not only from how quickly you fnish your work. this year, but from last year too. To Matt, hi Chris Lite. Tanks for Tank you for making sure we’re working on your Forrest Gump never hungry when we’re staying late project during layout. Haha I’m at layout by supplying us with pizza. just kidding, you’re truly one of the Mannle: Tere are not enough “thank best at laying out on staf. Ilyyyy! yous” in the world that I can give to you Dear Anooja, I love you. Like lit- for dealing with my craziness all year. erally, there is nothing else to say Tank you so much for putting up with but I love you. Your work is consis- me barging into your classroom cry- tently impressive and beautiful and ing or making you stay at school until I am forever grateful for how much 10pm. Laying out late at night is tiring, you genuinely care about Chariot. but gossiping with you and making up Dear Anush, you’re fred. Just kid- terrible headlines that never make sense ding! Roasting you has truly been Mary Source: Kay Mannle always make those long nights fun. “As we go on, we remember, all the times we’ve had together”

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BY WARESA ISLAM One of our main goals in life is to be given to students whose families earn nately you won’t beneft from the new your free-tuition scholarship. Right go to college to attain higher education no more than $100,000 a year. Tis in- free-tuition ofer. Tis ofer is only for now, the college tuition for four-year and to receive a degree which would come limit will change to $110,000 for students who are applying to SUNY colleges is about $6,470 and for com- then help us acquire a career and suc- next year and then become $125,000 by (State University of New York) and munity colleges it’s about $4,350. Tis cessfully fulfll our dreams. Juniors and the year of C U N Y new program provides a huge relief to seniors in high school would readily 2019. Tis ( C i t y low and middle income families who agree that the whole “college process” new plan Uni- have been trying to save up college is extremely stressful. Taking SATs, will be v e r s i t y money for years. Tese families will maintaining a high GPA, and saving up improving of New no longer have to worry about sav- money are essential parts of this process through- Y o r k ) ing money for college tuitions and can since college is very expensive and hard out the Schools. save that money for other purposes. to get into. But recently, New York has next three Once Although the free-tuition program introduced a new program that would y e a r s . y o u ’ v e does not pay for textbooks, the new forever change the lives of students. Tis As of now, met the program has an $8 million budget to program will allow students to enroll if your require- provide online educational resources into college without paying any tuition. family is m e n t s such e-books for CUNY and SUNY stu- New York has become the frst m a k i n g a n d dents. Such educational resources would state to guarantee free tuition for col- more than y o u ’ r e eventually help eliminate the expen- lege students starting from September $100,000, qualified sive cost of textbooks at these schools. 2017. Every student will now have the you’re au- for the Considering the fact that many people opportunity to attain college educa- tomatical- program, never had the opportunity to attain col- tion without any fnancial worries. Tis ly exclud- in college education for fnancial reasons, this sounds way too good to be true right? ed from lege you free-tuition program is very efective and But don’t get too excited just yet! Like the free- Source: Te Odyssey w o u l d life-changing. New Yorkers of all ages every other scholarship, this one also tuition advantage. If you’re planning need to take full-time classes, attain and incomes will now be able to eas- has some requirements and guidelines. on going to a private institution like St. 30 credits each year, and maintain a ily attain knowledge and opportunities. Te free-tuition program, also known John’s University, Hofstra University, or specifc GPA. If you don’t fulfll these Junior Daniel Matthew says, as the Excelsior Scholarship, will only New York University (NYU), unfortu- requirements, you might jeopardize “I think the program is great.” Trump’s International Trip Goes Well

BY KRISTEN BAMBERGER During May, Donald Trump set of be driven out of our society forever.” of leaders. Tis event was caught on discussions were held at this meeting, on his frst overseas trip as US President, In Italy, Trump met with Pope Fran- camera and eventually went viral, leav- including Africa’s growth, trade, and with the goal of reafrming the coun- cis, exchanged gifts, and then greeted ing the meeting open to more criti- empowering women worldwide. try’s status as a world power. On May Italy’s prime minister and president. cism. Even though the success bar for President Trump’s international trip 20th, Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia Te trip continued on to Brussels, NATO was not as high as expected, the may have had its ups and downs, but and met with the Deputy Crown Prince where he discussed maintaining a rest of the overseas trip went smooth- overall it was an enriching experience and the Egyptian President, where he good relationship between the U.S. ly. European leaders will continue to for him and the country. Not only was worked on strengthening the country’s and Europe, though in the past he make the efort to work with Trump he able to discuss policies on keeping relationship with the Middle East. He had criticized the European Union. because they want to win his favor. peace and security in other regions and and King Salman signed a weapons One of the most important events For his last stop on the trip, Trump on weeding out terrorism, but he was deal worth 110 billion dollars in order in Brussels was President Trump’s meet- accompanied other G-7 leaders in Sic- also able to participate in foreign cul- to support the security of the Gulf Re- ing with other NATO leaders, in which ily at the latest G-7 Summit. Positive tural events and customs. gion. Trump then headed to Israel with he reiterated his concern for one of the desire to reafrm the “unbreakable the most pressing issues in the world bond” that the US has with them. He today: terrorism. Trump expressed his stated that he wanted to act upon the distress over other countries that he be- “rare opportunity” to bring stability lieved were not doing enough to help to the citizens of the Middle East. He the cause. Tough Trump believes the laid a wreath with the First Lady dur- NATO Summit could be considered ing his visit to the World Holocaust a “home-run,” not everyone agrees. Remembrance Center. Unfortunately, Journalist Maya Oppenheim believes spirits were dampened in Bethle- that Trump has “ripped up the diplo- hem with news of the suicide bomber matic rulebook” with his scolding that in Manchester. While he was there, left the other NATO leaders visibly Trump once again addressed the sever- stunned and stone-faced. Also, Trump ity of terrorist attacks like these, stat- appeared to have shoved Montene- ing, “terrorists and extremists and those gro’s Prime Minister out of the way, in who give them aid and comfort must order to get to the front of the group #PrayForManchester

BY ALEXA BLANDEBURGO & GABBY LASALA At least 22 people, including chil- now be raised to critical- expressing been any of us! I’m devastated!” along Xi Jinping, the Chinese Republic’s dren, were killed in an Ariana Grande that an attack is imminent. With this, with “Praying for the beautiful souls President sent a message to Queen Eliz- concert in Manchester, England. Tis the deployment of military soldiers we lost, their families and loved ones, abeth II, “Te Chinese people are frmly is said to be “the deadliest terror attack will be seen on the streets of the U.K. for the survivors who will forever standing together with the British people on British soil since the 2005 London With this terrorist attack, people be impacted by this #Manchester.” at this difcult time.” German chancel- bombings” as stated by CNN. During across the world have reached out and Along with musicians, global ofcials lor Angela Merkel expressed her “great her last song, the bomber released an given their condolences to the afected have expressed solidarity and outrage sadness and shock”, with the addition of explosive bomb near the venue’s exit p e o p l e in regards saying that it will “only strengthen our around 10:33 PM local time on May 22, and Ms. to the resolve to work with our British friends 2017. Te bomber, Salman Ramadan G r a n d e . Manches- against those who plan and execute such Abedi (22 years old) was pronounced T a y l o r ter attack. inhuman acts. I assure the people in dead at the scene. ISIS has claimed re- Swift tweet- President Britain: Germany stands by your side.” sponsibility for this horrifc attack. As ed “my T r u m p Grande still has several shows left of press release, 59 people have been thoughts, stated, “I of her European leg of the Dangerous injured and are in critical condition prayers and extend my Woman Tour. She was supposed to fn- while 22 are pronounced dead. At least tears for all d e e p e s t ish the European leg by June 17th then 23 victims under the age of 16 are be- those af- condolenc- embark on her Latin American, Asian, ing treated at the children’s hospital for fected by es to those and Oceania legs over the course of serious injuries, “some fghting for their the Man- so terribly the year. Due to this tragic event, the lives” described a Manchester health of- c h e s t e r injured... tour has been suspended until Ariana’s fcial. Safe Rose Roussos (8 years old), t r a g e d y and to management can “further assess the Georgina Callander (18 years old) and t o n i g h t . Source: ew.com the many situation and pay our proper respect to John Atkinson (26 years old) are the I’m sending all my love.” Harry Styles families of the victims. Terrorists do not those lost.” Ryan Seacrest, who has been frst three of the 22 to be identifed. reacted to the incident by tweeting, worship God. Tey worship death, If we friends with Ariana’s family for many On May 23, a 23 year old man was “I’m heartbroken over what happened do not act against this organized terror, years, stated that “needless to say-- she arrested by Manchester ofcials in con- in Manchester tonight. Sending love then we know what will happen and is just devastated.” Grande broke her nection with the bombing. A day af- to everyone involved. H.” Rihanna what will be the end result.” Trump also silence on social media with the follow- ter the bombing, Prime Minister May tweeted, “#Manchester has always stated that he wouldn’t refer to the ter- ing note to her fans: “Broken. From the of the United Kingdom announced been so close to my heart! Tese are rorists as ‘monsters’ but rather ‘losers’, as bottom of my heart. I am so so sorry. I that the UK terror threat level would innocent vulnerable kids, this could’ve they “would think that’s a great name.” don’t have words.” News In Pictures Source: CNN Source: E! Online Source: ABC News

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American musician, singer, and songwriter, Venezuela reaches nearly 60 consecutive days in protest Two men are left dead in Portland trying to protect Chris Cornell, passes away at the age of 52. as tensions continue to rise. woman from white extremist, Jeremy Chrisitan. Vitamin D? More Like Vitamin TV Lust for Lana’s New Album

BY SAM VALENTIN BY ABHA JAPI No matter how you spend your sum- rounded around a man named Michael Famous singer Lana Del Rey is has typical Lana elements like whisper- mer, whether it’s traveling on vacation or who leaves his rather successful life to set to release her ffth studio album, ing vocals and grand drums. She sings spending time with your friends, there break his innocent brother out of jail, Lust for Life, in July of this year. She about a couple that is having fun and will still be times that you fnd yourself who has been framed for the murder of has released three songs from the dancing around the Hollywood sign, a bored. During this time, why not take the Vice President’s brother. Te series is new album so far: Love, Lust for Life classic symbol used throughout music to up a perfect opportunity to binge on a based on a string of conspiracies and the (which features the Weeknd) and show happiness and romance. Her voice good Netfix show? From romance to corrupt ways of the government, along Coachella - Woodstock on My Mind. matches the Weeknd’s well, both sing- sci-f or mystery to thrillers, the vari- with the determination of a man to do Her frst single, Love, is a dreamy, ret- ing breathily and slowly, but it does not ety is endless. Te what is right. Te ro track that is far have the same sub- only hard part is entire series shows more optimistic stance her old mu- actually fguring a constant confict than other songs sic once did, as it’s out what the best of morals verse of- by the singer have full of cliches. Her choice of series is. fcial judicial law. been. She croons third released song If you haven’t Another se- about being young of the album, already seen this ries that is action and in love over Coachella - Wood- popular show, 13 packed and ex- cinematic strings stock on My Mind, Reasons Why is a tremely popular and and drums, continues with the must watch. And is Stranger Tings. giving the song nostalgic theme, if you have al- Stranger Tings has a more anthemic comparing today’s ready watched it, Source: Digital Spy 1 season so far but feel. It is reminis- Source: http://hellogiggles.com famous festival, then watch it again because it truly is has announced its plans to create a sec- cent of a song from her Born to Die Coachella, to Woodstock from the 60s. that good. 13 Reasons Why is about the ond season coming soon. Stranger Tings album, but is still more positive in its In her lyrics, she wonders about the fate life of a high school student that took is a fusion between action and a sci-f lyrics. She sings, “You get ready you get of the world and its future amongst all her own life and leaves behind a special story of a few boys who end up realizing all dressed up / To go nowhere in par- the violence and other issues that are go- message in 13 tapes to everyone who that their late night board games turn ticular / Back to work or the cofee shop ing on. She sings, “What about all these impacted her life and unfolds the dark- into a reality as the monsters and spells / Doesn’t matter because it’s enough / children / and our children’s children,” est moments, along with the brightest, come to life. It is both suspenseful and To be young and in love.” It shows her showing her concern for future genera- moments in the story of her life. With entertaining and keeps viewers hooked. idealism and how being in love can tions. Its slow beat and soft vocals are its deep message and captivating story- So once the last day of school hits, you make you feel foaty and full of life. typical Lana doing what she does best. line, its sure to be a bingeworthy show. don’t want to be the only one missing Her next single, which features the Lana Del Rey’s new album seems If you’re into action and quick out on all these shows. Tese series will Weeknd, is Lust for Life, which the al- promising from these new singles as her thinking then shows such as Prison surely allow you to pass the time and bum is named after. It’s far more pop music takes a more upbeat direction, Break are for you. Prison Break is sur- defnitely make you a Netfix addict! than anything she’s done before, but still but time will tell if it actually delivers. Guardians Is Not (As) Great JungSHOOK by K-Pop

BY ANUSH SHAH BY NICOLE JOSEPH One of the biggest and most antici- Rocket and Baby Groot. However, the BTS, a famous K-pop group also on two of their ofcial Twitter accounts. pated flms of all time is fnally here, and stand out is Michael Rooker as Yondu known as Bangtan Boys, turned heads Teir music style is a blend of hip-hop, many people have on simple question: who gives a lot of emotion and depth May 21st when they won a Billboard award. electronica, and rock, with dashes of Is it as good as the frst? Well, not really. to his character and makes the audience Te 7 member group defeated Ameri- meaningful lyrics and well thought out Guardians of the Galaxy was a massive care about him deeply, even though he can superstars like Ariana Grande and choreographies. Teir engaging concept success and made its plays a jerk. Along Justin Bieber. BTS is earned the group a mark on pop culture with a great cast and composed of main sold-out world tour, through its amazing chemistry among rappers J-Hope, with stops in the characters, awesome them, the flm has RapMon, Suga, United States, Aus- soundtrack, and marvelous action and V, Jimin, Jin, tralia, and Japan. funny jokes. Many sequences and a lot Jungkook, the main Psy, another K-pop people were excited of humor. Te f lm vocalists. Te boys artist, received rec- and anxious for the sufers a lot in its were presented with ognition for his viral sequel Guardians of story and pacing. It the award based on hit, Gangnam Style, the Galaxy Vol. 2, is only in the last 40 their interactions but BTS difers and in some ways minutes of the flm with their fans, as from anyone in the it was disappoint- where you begin to well as fans’ votes K-pop industry due ing but it was still a see the main focus of via Twitter and the to the unique con- great and fun flm. the story and after a Billboard website. nection they possess Te flm is very shocking twist, the BTS fans, who call with their fans, who entertaining and has Source: Matther Wong flm picks up again themselves BTS Source: billboard.com may not even know a lot of positives. For one, the cast is near and it is pure thrill and fun after that. fans worldwide ended up garner- the Korean language. Only one mem- perfect. Chris Pratt owns the character Overall, the story isn’t as strong and ing more than 300 milion votes. ber speaks English fuently, but that of Star-Lord and brings a lot of energy coherent as the frst one. Tere is a lot Tis award, as well as the power doesn’t stop the relationship between and charisma to the character, as well as going on in this flm and it doesn’t all of BTS’s fans depict the role of social fans and the group via social media. a surprising amount of emotion and se- tie up together perfectly. Tat being media in connecting the world’s cul- BTS’s fanbase is continuing to riousness. Bradley Cooper and Vin Die- said, it is still extremely entertaining tures, even when miles apart. BTS has grow as they defy stereotypes and sel continue to entertain the audience as and a ftting sequel for a great franchise. more than 9.7 million followers based make their mark on American culture. A Truly Wonderful Time

BY ANUSH SHAH Te superhero genre has been book flms was the themes and messages is extremely entertaining. One problem of the flm. Due to this, the flm feels dominating the box ofce for years, the flm was trying to convey. One thing with the action sequences is that there and is extremely long due to some scenes and has quickly become a staple of that many people were dreading was is a lot of slow motion. At frst it looks that could have been cut out completely. culture and entertainment. Marvel that the flm would show that women great and awesome, but it is used so fre- Another aspect of the flm that was ex- Studios has been crowned King of are superior than men through the char- quently that it begins to be repetitive tremely lacking was the villain. Danny superhero flms by consistently put- acter of Wonder Woman, and that the and annoying. Another aspect that adds Hudson portrays the villain Ludendorf ting out amazing and marvelous flms. whole flm would be anti-men. Howev- to the entertainment value is how funny atrociously. All of the scenes involv- With all this massive success, Marvel’s er, that is not the case at all. Instead, the it is. Tere are many scenes involving ing him really bring the flm down biggest competitor, DC Comics de- flm shows men and women in the same Diana getting accustomed to society as and are boring because the character cided to step in and shake things up. light, which is what feminism and wom- she has never been in our world before, is boring, and there is nothing to him. Wonder Woman was a blast in the en’s rights is all about: equality. Also the and this lends to some very funny mo- Also, Dr. Poison is very dull and is use- theaters and was very fun to watch. character ments be- less in the flm. Some of the lines and Unlike the usually dark and depress- of Wonder tween her scenes they were given was so cheesy ing flms in the DCEU, this flm was Woman is and Chris and one-dimensional that you couldn’t colorful, funny, and enjoyable. Wonder a symbol P i n e ’ s help but wish they weren’t in the flm. Woman has proved to many that there of hope, character. Even though the flm sufers from isis still hope for DC and for female- and justice Te sues such as pacing and the villains, it is led superhero flms. It was flled with and is a flm has a an amazing flm and should be watched great action, acting, story, and themes. great role lot going by all. Te flm will be remembered not Easily the best part of the flm was model for for it and only in superhero movie history but Wonder Woman herself. Gal Gadot por- not only d e l i v e r s flm history in general due to its mes- trayed Diana Prince aka Wonder Wom- girls, but on many sages and themes about equality, love, an beautifully, as she showed multiple boys too. levels, but and belief. Also, being one of the only layers of the character, instead of a bland She repre- it also suf- female-led superhero flms and being and generic superhero. She showed the sents many fers from this amazing shows that gender does funny, naïve, and emotional sides of beliefs and Source: Wear Your Voice Mag two major not matter when it comes to a super- Wonder Woman perfectly, and most im- ideologies that many people can look faws: the pacing and the villains. Te hero as the character is an idol and role portantly just how strong and powerful up to and admire. Whenever there is frst and third acts of the f lm are ex- model for everyone, not just women. the character truly is. Chris Pine played injustice in the flm, Wonder Woman tremely exciting and fast paced with a Her ideals, beliefs, and morals defne Steve Trevor, and he stole the show in does not back down and fghts for what lot going on in terms of action, story, her, not her gender, which is something his extremely likeable and charismatic she believes in, and that is a message and character development. However I appreciate immensely. Also the flm is performance. His character was ex- that is relatable to all types of people. during the middle of the flm, the ex- plain fun and a good time for anyone. tremely funny and added a light-heart- All the deep messages and themes citement of the flm fades away, and it It is a big sigh of relief that this flm was ed tone to the flm, and it is all thanks aside, the movie is simply entertaining. becomes very slow and dull. Tere were amazing because a lot was riding on it. to Chris Pine’s timing and delivery. It is not as action heavy as other super- many scenes that were very boring and I am happy to say this flm, although Another aspect that made this flm hero flms as it takes its time to develop too much time dedicated to useless side having a few faws, achieved what it very unique from the slew of comic the characters, but when there is action it characters. It took away from the thrill set out to be: a truly wonderful flm. High Hopes for Halsey

BY ANISHA HARI On June 2, Halsey, the Jersey born hits and collaborations with artists like provides another transition track called gan hinting at a storyline involving two singer and songwriter, came out with Cashmere Cat, rapper Quavo, and Fifth Good Mourning. Te track is of a little characters named Luna and Solis that her second album, Hopeless Fountain Harmony member Lauren Jauregui. boy talking about how he heard of this belonged to two diferent houses named Kingdom. Halsey is known for bear- Halsey starts the album with a track magical place where love lives and how the House of Aureum and the House of ing all in her music and allowing the called Prologue. Te track is just one he is still trying to fnd it. Every song af- Angelus. She stated that this story was audience to feel what she did when minute and for- ter Good Mourn- present in the album, making her fans she wrote the song, and this album is ty-eight seconds ing is about how eager to listen to her new creation. Soon no diferent. Each collection of music and includes the she is sick of get- after releasing these tweets, she mailed Halsey puts out allows her fans to see a prologue of the ting the short quotes from the Shakespearean play Ro- diferent side of her. Her EP, Room 93, famous Shake- stick of love and meo and Juliet. With this in mind, one took her fans into her childhood. In her speare play Ro- how she is taking could conclude that her characters Luna frst album, Badlands, she took her fans meo and Juliet. a break from love and Solis are based of the tragic lovers through a tour of her brain. She allowed By putting this and relation- in Shakespeare’s play. After releasing the them to feel her personal struggle as as the frst track ships for a while. theme of the album, Halsey released the an artist on what to share and how she the audience Before releas- album cover by holding a global scav- feels about the way others view her life knows that the ing the album, enger hunt. In nine cities around the and her decisions. Hopeless Fountain album is about Halsey teased her world, Halsey hid miniature gun shaped Kingdom takes her fans on a tour of her lovers in limbo. Source: Alternative Press album through USB drives with pieces of the cover. heart as she expresses her feelings and Te album is supposed to frst listened the social media platform Twitter. She When all the pieces were retrieved, experiences regarding love. Te album to in order, much like her last album, so referenced the album in 2014 by having and put together, it revealed her album has already received a great reaction as the audience can get a feel of the back the words “you can fnd me in the king- cover along with her frst single of the the songs like Now or Never have be- and forth nature of this love/relation- dom” behind her as she sung a concert in album Now or Never. It’s easy to say come popular. Te album is flled with ship. In the middle of the album, she Madison Square Garden. Later, she be- that this album was worth all the fuss. Ramadan and Regents Staying Close and Spending Less

BY AISHA ABDELHAMID AND SAHRAN AMIN BY PRANAV KENGERI It’s almost the time of year when Ramsha Shoaib, “I know what I’m do- Catching a fight to an outlandish How about an adventure in the Muslims all over the world will not eat ing serves a bigger purpose.” One of the destination even with the best inten- wild? Te great outdoors provide a great or drink anything from dawn to dusk main principles that Ramadan is based tions isn’t entirely feasible for everyone, opportunity for those smart enough to every day for a month. Muslims observe on is but there are alternatives at vacation- take it. It’s a chance to see nature at its this holy learn- ers’ fngertips. fnest while month of ing to Te easiest sparing those R a m a d a n r e s i s t way to start big bucks. Tis as a pillar of tempta- an adventure time, visiting Islam. Te t i o n s , doesn’t have national parks, holy month a n d to mean trav- for example, itself is Muslim eling to Te can serve as based on stu- Hi m a l a y a s . an inexpen- the lunar d e n t s Rather stay- sive way to c a l e n d a r, will be ing local can fulfll one’s in which put to prove to be heart’s deepest m o o n the test quite a jour- travel desires. Source: Steve’s London s i g h t i n g s in the ney, wheth- Not everyone can just book an exotic vaca- d i c t a t e Source: Greeen Prophet h o m e er it be local museums or parks. when fasting begins and when it ends. stretch of the school year. Don’t like to travel local? Been tion in a matter of seconds since many At the end of the month, Muslims cel- On top of fnals and end of the year there done that? How about kick- restrictions come into play. While one ebrate the completion of Ramadan with parties, the Regents exams are coming ing it up a notch and going region- might not have a lot of time or money, the day of Eid-al-Fitr. On this day, Mus- up very soon and students are dread- al? Take the opportunity to visit the there are many other ways to see the lims no longer have to fast. In fact, they ing them. Sophomore Michael Maino slopes of the Catskills, the woods of beautiful and rather expensive world are encouraged to stuf themselves with says, “Honestly, I don’t think I would Maine, or the farms of Vermont, de- around. To travel isn’t the amount of all sorts of unique and diverse treats. be able to go without eating or drinking pending on which places are con- money the destination costs, but the Muslims dedicate the entire day to joy- anything for a timespan that’s greater sidered regional for one’s location. unique discoveries the place has to ofer. ous festivities with friends and family. than twelve hours, especially during Tis year, Ramadan begins in the the summer heat and the gargantuan Paving the Future of Mental Health evening of May 26th, but the fasting preparations for Regents and fnal ex- does not start until the following day. ams.” Many may agree that fasting dur- BY ANOOJA JOHN Te duration of fasting in the day varies ing testing would be extremely difcult, *TRIGGER WARNING: Te follow- felt that the show made light of men- through- but fasting article contains topics regarding tal health issues, others felt that they out the ing can in suicide and the Netfix series, “Tir- were necessary to depict the reality of w o r l d fact help teen Reasons Why.” Please continue such problems. Junior Emily Budhram depend- students reading at your own discretion.* says, “Tis was one of the frst times ing on focus dur- In today’s society, suicide is a grow- that mental health issues were widely y o u r ing testing problem that is no foreigner to discussed by so many individuals.” latitude. ing and a plethora of Remaining si- In New studying. people across lent about mental Y o r k , Tey will all age groups. health problems f a s t i n g not be According to is toxic and the will be t e m p t e d the National few individuals f r o m to take a Suicide Preven- who are fortunate a r o u n d “ s h o r t ” tion Lifeline, enough to receive 4 A M - s n a c k “suicide is the a formal diagnosis 8 P M break ev- second leading and therapy are and the ery fve cause of death for shunned by society where stig- m o n t h Source: Te Sun minutes. young people be- of Ramadan lasts un- Once they get used to fasting, they tween 10 to 24.” mas prevail. Such til late June, well into summer. can ignore the hunger and pay atten- It is imperative harmful systems People are always bafed by how some tion to class and studies. Sophomore to realize that belong in fcti- are able to go for hours on end with- Isra Ahmed says, “Since Ramadan this issue is one tious dystopian out food or water. Te true challenge of starts late May, I’ll probably get used that concerns societies but can fasting during the school day is fnding to fasting by the time the Regents be- all of human- Source: eonline.com be replaced with a way to last without water in the gru- gin.” Additionally, research shows that ity. Recently, the Netfix series, benefcial systems by a society that has eling, hot weather. Keeping up in class fasting can lower blood pressure, boost “Tirteen Reasons Why” sparked con- been advanced enough to explore other and taking tests may become increasing- your immune system, and improve versations across several countries. planets and create surgery-performing ly difcult for some with the distraction brain health. Tese all positively afect Based on Jay Asher’s novel of the same robots.It is possible to one day help those of a growling stomach. Watching others people, particularly in the long run. name, the show tells the story of Han- who are sufering with mental health enjoy their food and drinks, knowing Even with the many possible pros nah Baker, a teenager who committed illnesses by removing stigmas in society. you can’t have any only adds to the chal- and cons of fasting, Ramadan is a suicide and left behind thirteen tapes. *DISCLAIMER: If you or any- lenge, especially with end of the year great time for families to come to- Te directors had the intention of one you know are experienc- parties coming up. Many fnd satisfac- gether and people to realize how to preventing issues such as rape, bul- ing suicidal thoughts, contact the tion in the fact that they can resist these appreciate having a constant supply lying, and suicide, all of which are 24/7 National Suicide Preven- parties because, as said by sophomore of food and water at their fngertips. shown graphically. While many viewers tion Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.* Coachella, Fashionably Iconic BY ANGEL SHAJI Tis April, the Coachella Valley admiring the art and food. Live music course, the new fashion trends.” From origins. After the fact, many writers, Music and Arts Festival displayed its can be heard from many of the stages Vanessa Hudgens’ kimono-meets-lacey- including Adrienne Keene, and Jes- renowned lights and sounds as an an- across the grounds. With the capacity of crop-top look to Joe Jonas’ snake-print sica Andrews, expressed their criticism nual marker of appreciation for music, almost 125,000 people, the tickets were shirt, celebrity fashion was much talked over attendees’ looks, including Native art, and all-around culture Americano. sold out within hours of going on sale. about, even well after the festival. Social American headdresses, and spin-ofs of “It allows people to support their Everywhere there’s people jamming to media platforms such as Twitter and the South-Asian bindis, respectively. favorite artists and enjoy the experience the guitar solo, or experiencing the event Instagram, that are particularly famous In today’s world, where new trends can with them as well,” says sophomore with friends among today’s youth, had #Coachella immediately strike a revolution or gen- Daniel Son. In and a crowd t r e n d i n g . erate social up- fact, this year, who shares the On the other roar, Coachella the festival, same passion. hand, the is one such which took How- event has, in- venue that place from ever, Coachella deed, gathered continues to April 14-16 too, like many much nega- infuence the and April 21- other celebrat- tive feedback youth world- 23 highlighted ed venues, has and appre- wide. Trough leading art- been subject hensive opin- forms of ex- ists including to controver- ions. “I think pression like DJ Khaled, sies over the Coachella has music, art, Future, and 18 years of it brought many and fashion, Lorde. Te existence. For new clothes the event is headlin- Source: Elle example, the and fashion one that al- ing artists elaborate outfts worn by attendees has items but you Source: Te Desert Sun lows people to this year were Radiohead, Lady often been of focus in the public’s eyes. rarely hear about the music played unleash the creative monster inside of Gaga, and Kendrick Lamar. Senior Carmen Torio expresses her ap- or performed at Coachella. I feel as if them, and have it roam barefoot, enjoy- Taking place in Indio, California, preciation for the event, saying, “I think people go to Coachella just so they can ing popular tunes on a cheery spring the festival intertwines the desert heat it’s a cool and diferent environment. It buy diferent clothes and post ‘artsy’ weekend. It’s one that lets the crowd ex- with a mix of hip hop, indie, rock, and also is a place that’s very expressive yet photos on Instagram,” says senior Karen plore the American culture while sum- electronic dance music. Te area, spread accepting of bold fashion statements. Alexander. Cultural appropriation has moning new and diferent tastes as well. out for 78-acres in the Empire Polo Even though I’ve never been there my- been given much emphasis, especially Some of these trends may even be seen Club, Coachella provides a constant self, I would really want to go to expose when participants wear Native-Amer- throughout the summer of 2017 and background score as one walks around myself to new musical groups and of ican inspired attire, regardless of their will remain trending on social media. Exoplanet Exploration

BY ZAHRA GITTHAM An exoplanet is a planet that or- times longer than the universe is said to ets orbiting over two-hundred thou- dia. “Tere isn’t much astronomers and bits a star outside of our solar system have been in existence, which is most sand bright stars, which could also scientists know about these planets, but and seven new planets have been dis- likely enough time for life to evolve. have the potential of sustaining life. the potential they have is astounding, covered that have the potential to sup- TRAPPIST-1 is about thirty nine light “In my opinion it’d be amazing to but there are still a variety of unknowns port liquid water at the surface. Tis is years away. It is located in the constella- be able to live on another planet, or even that should be addressed and hopefully the frst known case of several “Earth tion Aquarius, which may seem very far be able to travel to one, and although will be in time,” said senior Ansh Gan- known” planets orbiting one star. but is relatively close to our solar system. it hasn’t been discussed, the thought of dhi. Tere are an abundance of variables It is currently unknown if any of Astronomers are awaiting NASA’s doing so is unimaginable,” said junior that still have not even been discussed. these planets are able to sustain life, or launch of the James Webb Space Tele- Kayla Loubriel. People have reacted to NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope has if they are currently sustaining life, but scope to uncover more information the fndings of these exoplanets in a already began searching for these un- they all hold the potential to have liq- about the exoplanets, such as their cur- variety of ways, especially on social me- knowns, closely observing the planets. uid water, which means they have the rent conditions regarding atmosphere potential to support life. Te planets and climate. Tis is said to be much are being referred to as “Earth’s Seven more powerful than the Spitzer Space Sisters,” and “Te Seven Wonders of Telescope which was the telescope that TRAPPIST-1,” (TRAPPIST-1 named discovered the planets. Te James Webb for Te Transiting Planets and Plan- Telescope can detect much smaller etesimals Small Telescope) and they all particles, such as water, methane, oxy- have a similar outer structure to that of gen, ozone and more. Tese are all vi- Earth, with various rocky compositions tal determining factors in whether or and masses. Out of the seven planets, not these planets have any potential three are in a habitable zone in relation in sustaining life, at any point in time. to the location of the star, these are the Finding TRAPPIST-1 is a very prom- planets that are more likely to have liq- ising indicator for life beyond Earth. uid water. In addition, TRAPPIST-1 NASA plans to launch the Transiting is considered much younger than our Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), sun and is likely to last an additional a space telescope which will spend ten trillion years, about seven hundred two years searching for other plan- One Last Time Summer Fun On Long Island

BY GINA PEPE BY GABBY LASALA Next year, all the seniors begin a so try to have as much fun as you can! Summer is just around the cor- relationships with the ponies on-site. new chapter in our lives. It is both ex- Tere are many “lasts” that come ner, and the best way to have the per- Concerts are a great way to spend citing and scary at the same time. For with senior year, such as the last time fect summer is to participate in thrill- quality time with your friends and the frst time in years, we will be in a ever wearing a New Hyde Park jersey ing summer activities. Going to the watch your favorite singers or bands new school, new classroom, and maybe to school. Te last time playing your beach, amusement parks, or even sing your all time favorite songs. Jones even a new state. We will have to start favorite sport with the teammates you hanging out with your friends are Beach theater located right next to the all over again: making new friends, knew for so long. Te last time walking fun and easy to do on Long Island. beach holds an immense amount of new connections with teachers, and through the halls and getting bumped Amusement parks are the perfect people. Tis summer, Jones Beach is even having a new place to live. As a into by 7th graders. Te last time you way to start of your summer. Take a hosting a series of country concerts, senior I can say that I really took my go out to lunch with the friends you trolley ride back in time in Amityville. including artsits such as Jason Aldean last year in high school for granted. knew since elementary school. Te Amityville’s Annual Heritage Fair in and Florida Georgia Line. You can Now that senior year is almost last time sitting in a desk and know- mid-June is a celebration of Amityville’s even buy a megaticket that will al- over I can only hope that the under- ing everyone in the class. Enjoy all the long and surprising history. Bring the low you acess to all six concerts for a classmen take my advice and try to little moments you spend with your whole family and enjoy trolley rides, reasonable cost. Besides the concerts, make it the best year of their lives. To friends, go out to lunch with them food, music, and a host of enlightening they also host summer music festivals. the soon-to-be new seniors, I would and appreciate them because next activities geared toward kids. Adven- Going out to see a baseball game with advise you to get a head start with col- year you might be hours away from tureland amusement park in Farming- your friends and family is a great way to lege applications this summer. Senior each other. Do not take high school dale has a wide selection of rides in- learn more about the sport as well as get year is defnitely not an easy year, it is for granted, looking back and know- cluding bumper cars, swings, and Ferris a nice tan spending the day in the sun. very stressful and the decisions that will ing I have a week left of school I wish I wheels, all for afordable prices. It is ex- Another way to get a great tan is to be made this year are very important. could go back and redo my senior year. tremely kid friendly and a perfect des- be a beach bum and spend your day at Te most important advice I can Many can not wait to go to col- tination for a cool day with the family. the beach. Long Island has many won- give is to go to every game, every play, lege and start a new beginning. But we Not a fan of rides? Go mini golfng! derful, clean beaches including Jones and every night out with your friends. take high school for granted sometimes. Located on Denton Ave, Te New Hyde Beach, Bar Beach, Lido Beach, and Tis is the last year to go to high school Senior year truly goes by so quickly. Park Mini Golf Center has a beautiful many others. Many of these beaches also events and be with the people you’ve Make a lot of memories, take mini golf course with reasonable prices. have playgrounds, snack stands, and known for so many years. Also, ap- a lot of pictures, appreciate your Another great way to spend your sum- ice cream trucks; perfect for the whole preciate the little things, like wearing teachers, try not to develop seniori- mer is to take a horseback riding lesson family. Tese are just a few of the many your jersey to school the day of a game, tis, and most importantly have fun, or ride a pony at Island Hills Stables in things you can do here on Long Island. because you might not ever play that it’s your last year of high school! I Middle Island. Island Hills ofers les- A quick online search can lead to many sport again. Senior year goes by so fast am truly going to miss high school. sons that encourage children to build great adventures. Have a great summer!!

Best Buddies Celebrate Blue and White

BY MEG COTTER Best Buddies hosted their annual Te students enjoyed pizza and Blue and White Dance on May 24. dessert from 5-7. President of Best Bud- With music provided by Mr. Ferreira, dies, Jonny Lopez, stated, “Everyone members danced with their buddies and had so much fun this year at the dance participated in games including limbo and it was a major success. Especially and musical chairs. Senior, Jenna Weihs with the Unifed Game and New Hyde stated “Te Blue and White Dance is Park’s victory the same afternoon, every- always so much fun and I look forward one was in the mood to celebrate.” Te every year to going in the spring. It gives members of Best Buddies are looking everyone a great chance to socialize and forward to another great year next year . dance together. My favorite dance part- Te Blue and White Dance was a great ner to dance with is Chris Cooney. We way to end this year. have so much fun together.” Photo Source: Meg Cotter & Ms. Bocchino Meg Source: Photo Dear High School Couples..... BY LOGAN WARD Tere comes a point in all relation- we would get back together, otherwise if you are really meant to be together and if they are both willing to try, why ships where things get complicated, we would just be dragging out the in- you can always fnd your way back,” not? It also depends on how far apart especially in high school. High school evitable until Tanksgiving break.” stated by Jennie Mofa currently in a their schools are. It will defnitely put a relationships can either be put to the Some people think that they can try relationship. Devon DiVello, junior in strain on their relationship and an add- test or given up on upon graduation. to make it last, while others think they a three year relationship said, “I think ed stress to their already stressful tran- Going to college is a tricky time, and should rip of the band-aid before they that they should stay together and see sition into a new situation away from having to decide whether to stay to- leave. “Well I think it depends on the if it works out until it can’t work any- home. I guess it would make or break gether or break up simply adds to this relationship and I believe they should more. But if it doesn’t work out, you the relationship. I would always vote to stressful transition. Everyone has difer- stay together if they both are devoted to can still end up back together one day.” try, and if it doesn’t work then it wasn’t ent opinions, so I decided to see how each other,” stated junior Tomas Mes- In conclusion, it seems like ev- meant to be.” Wisdom is said to come New Hyde Park students felt about this sina, who is currently dating another eryone has diferent views on this con- with age, so maybe we should value this situation. “Well we both want to try junior. Distance does play a role; some troversial topic and distance plays a role advice most.. or maybe not. Speak to and stay together and we don’t know students stay home for college, while along with the nature of the relation- your partner and discuss your plans for if it will work or not, I think it’s a mat- others go away. Does this determine ship. How long have you been dating? your future. Determine what is best for ter of mutual efort. If both members of what you choose to do? Gianna Viag- And how much does your partner mean the both of you and make sure you’re the relationship really want to make it gio, currently single, believes it does- to you? Does college mean a new start happy with your decisions. Remember work, they can,” comments James Reo, “Break up. It’s going to be very hard to for you? And in this case are you will- everything happens for a reason and a junior that is currently dating a senior. manage a long distance relationship.” ing to end your relationship along with it’ll all work out. Highschool relation- Everyone has views on what to do and A common trend amongst many New everything else? An interviewed mom ships can lead to marriage some day so why. A college student, Kiera Ward, Hyde Park Memorial students is that claims, “It really depends on the rela- don’t underestimate the importance of said “I broke up with my ex-boyfriend “If it’s true love, breaking up for college tionship. If the couple gets along well this decision. If it’s meant to be, it’ll because I fgured if it was meant to be, won’t hinder your future together and and they have a trusting relationship, be. Good luck and I wish you the best! Spring Fever Saying Farewell to Furry Friends

BY DANIELLE SCHWARTZ BY MEG COTTER Every school year, there comes a After 18 years of being under pa- Sara Pierce, future freshman at Sa- will be so hard. He is only a baby and I point when you’ve simply had enough. rental supervision, our seniors are ex- vannah College of Art and Design stat- really don’t want to separate from him.” You’re done with homework and proj- cited to say hello to adulthood and start ed, “About an hour after I committed to When it comes to saying goodbye, ects and putting in efort, so you simply over. Te excitement of tackling life SCAD, I started look- the best thing to do give up. Usually around April or May, on your own and being independent is ing at ways to register is stay strong. Pre- many students can relate to this feel- overwhelming. When many teenagers my dog as a therapy pare for weekly face- ing of not wanting to try anymore. We are asked who their best friend is, they dog so he could live time calls and make start faking on homework assignments, do not hesitate to say that it might not with me in Georgia. the most of the time missing due dates, and trying much less. be a human, but their family pet. Tis But then, I realized you have with your Procrastination is at a high at this time upcoming fall, our current seniors will that he defnitely pet during breaks of the year, and students can be seen do- have to say what may be their hardest wouldn’t pass the from school and ing their homework during free periods goodbye or “see you later” before they test. I decided that the months before. or in the hallways before school. People go away for school, and they must sepa- I’m just going to have Some specifcs that start going to bed much earlier, and rate from their favorite pet. Unlike par- to make my sister our students will miss spring sports ending does not help the ents, siblings and friends, pets aren’t just set him up on face- is hearing their dog situation. For many students, sports add a phone call or a car ride away. For the time with me at least scratch at their door neccessary structure to their lives and frst time in these students lives, they will once a week.” Many in the morning, their without them, they basically go home be living in an animal free dorm, where students feel this way and know dog’s birthday, taking pictures of their and go straight to sleep. To combat the they can no longer snuggle with their that they will miss their pets greatly. dogs when they look funny or cute, and end of the year laziness, students try their dog or cat. Our pets are our friendliest Grace Soviero, future freshman at constantly spoiling them with treats best to push through until fnals and hello and our hardest goodbye and this Oneonta stated, “My dog is a puppy and toys. Students will always miss regents are over, but once the dreaded fall many seniors will have to say good- and I know that saying goodbye to him having their best friends by their side. AP Exams are over, it can be extremely bye for their frst few months at college. difcult. Te majority of homework is completed between periods in school, if Photos by: Jenny Hickey and Casey Donohue it is even completed. Most studying is done while binge-watching Netfix and can only be defned as having your book open while scrolling through group texts complaining about studying. Around this time, it is typical for people to start hanging out with their friends on school nights, regardless of how many assignments they have due the next day. In the last month of school, ts important to stay focused, and use incentives to help you get work done. NHP’s Outstanding Athletes Name Class Season Sport Award Abramo, Kathryn M. Junior Fall Girls Varsity Volleyball All Class Antao, Stef Margaret Sophomore Fall Girls Varsity Tennis All County & All State Anthony, Nicholas Jaden Junior Winter Boys Varsity Basketball All Conference Arkin, Hannah P. Senior Fall Girls Varsity Field Hockey All County Arkin, Hannah P. Senior Spring Girls Varsity Softball All County Arkin, Hannah P. Senior Winter Girls Varsity Basketball All County Arman, Nicholas J. Senior Spring Boys Varsity Lacrosse All County Honorable Mention Aronov, Julia Nicole Sophomore Fall Girls Varsity Soccer All County Bazigos, Ari Junior Winter Boys Varsity Wrestling All Conference Cabrera, Nicole Junior Fall Girls Varsity Field Hockey All Conference Carrick, Christian J. Senior Fall Boys Varsity Volleyball All County Carrick, Christian J. Senior Spring Boys Varsity Lacrosse All Conference Chambers, Steven M Senior Fall Boys Varsity Football All County Honorable Mention Chambers, Steven M Senior Winter Boys Varsity Indoor Track All Conference Chan, Adrian F Junior Winter Boys Varsity Swimming All County, All Conference Chiarello, Charles Senior Spring Boys Varsity Lacrosse All Conference Chung, Matthew Senior Spring Boys Varsity Track All Division Daly, Ciara Ann Sophomore Fall Girls Varsity Field Hockey All League Daly, Ciara Ann Sophomore Spring Girls Varsity Lacrosse Unsung Hero Diaz, Daniel Senior Spring Boys Varsity Track All County Diaz, Daniel Senior Winter Boys Varsity Indoor Track All County DiCanio, Christopher Gerard Sophomore Winter Boys Varsity Wrestling All Conference DiVello, Devon E. Junior Fall Girls Varsity Field Hockey All Conference Evelyn, Brianna Freshman Winter Girls Varsity Gymnastics All County Honorable Mention Fernandez, Angelina K. Sophomore Spring Girls Varsity Softball All Conference Flores, Bairo (Byron) Isaac Sophomore Winter Boys Varsity Wrestling All Conference Sportsmanship Award Grifn, Mackenzie Junior Fall Girls Varsity Soccer All Class Grimshaw, Ann M. Senior Fall Girls Varsity Field Hockey All County Honorable Mention Grimshaw, Ann M. Senior Spring Girls Varsity Softball All County Grimshaw, Ann M. Senior Winter Girls Varsity Indoor Track All Conference Gutierrez, Brandon Senior Fall Boys Varsity Soccer All Conference Hickey, Jennifer Catherine Senior Spring Girls Varsity Softball All County Honorable Mention Hoerter, Brian W Senior Fall Boys Varsity Football All Conference Hoerter, Brian W Senior Spring Boys Varsity Lacrosse All County Jacoby, Conor John Junior Spring Boys Varsity Baseball All League Honorable Mention Joseph, Nicole Maria Sophomore Spring Girls Varsity Track All Division Langan, Joseph Patrick Senior Winter Boys Varsity Basketball All County Leeds, Sophia Junior Fall Girls Varsity Field Hockey All Conference Lorandini, Matthew S Senior Fall Boys Varsity Soccer All County Honorable Mention Lorandini, Matthew S Senior Spring Boys Varsity Lacrosse All Conference Lou, Max Junior Fall Boys Varsity Volleyball All League Mauceri, Joanna Sophomore Spring Girls Varsity Lacrosse All Conference Mauceri, Joanna Sophomore Winter Girls Varsity Basketball All Class A All County Honorable Mention Mirabile, Robert J Senior Spring Boys Varsity Lacrosse All Conference Morales, Gabrielle N. Senior Spring Girls Varsity Softball All Conference Na, Timothy Sophomore Fall Boys Varsity Golf All County Honorable Mention Niewierowski, Mark Senior Winter Boys Varsity Wrestling All Conference O’Keefe, Alex Christopher Freshman Winter Coed Varsity Bowling All Conference Orbon, Luke 8 Spring Boys Varsity Baseball All League Pappas, Marina Sophomore Fall Girls Varsity Soccer All Conference Pellegrino, Nicholas F Senior Spring Boys Varsity Baseball All Conference Pepe, Gina M Senior Fall Girls Varsity Field Hockey Exceptional Senior Pietromonaco, Cristina P. Senior Winter Coed Varsity Rifery All Conference Procacci, Katherine May Sophomore Fall Girls Varsity Cross Country All Conference Procacci, Katherine May Sophomore Spring Girls Varsity Track All Division Procacci, Katherine May Sophomore Winter Girls Varsity Indoor Track All Conference Ramdarie, Kyra M. Sophomore Winter Coed Varsity Rifery All County Team 1 Shu, Garrison Junior Spring Boys Varsity Tennis All Conference Siozios, Panagotios (Pete) Senior Spring Boys Varsity Tennis All State Sollecito, Krysta Rose Senior Spring Girls Varsity Lacrosse All County Honorable Mention Sollecito, Krysta Rose Senior Winter Coed Varsity Rifery All Conference Suh, Emily J. Senior Spring Girls Varsity Lacrosse Nassau County Scholar Athlete Suresh, Christina Junior Fall Girls Varsity Volleyball All Conference Suresh, Christina Junior Winter Girls Varsity Basketball All Conference Defensive Player of the Year Tumulty, Diana Emma Sophomore Fall Girls Varsity Volleyball Unsung Hero Vasquez, Yeiner Junior Fall Boys Varsity Soccer All Conference Velin, Tifany G. Senior Fall Girls Varsity Soccer All Class Scholar Athlete Velin, Tifany G. Senior Spring Girls Varsity Track All Division Velin, Tifany G. Senior Winter Girls Varsity Indoor Track All Conference Viaggio, Gianna Marie Junior Fall Girls Varsity Field Hockey Unsung Hero Vitiello, Joseph Sophomore Spring Boys Varsity Baseball Honorable Mention All League Ward, Logan M Junior Fall Girls Varsity Soccer All Conference Williams, Kennedy Senior Winter Girls Varsity Indoor Track All County Zabicki, Michaela H Junior Fall Girls Varsity Field Hockey All County Zois, Vasilios (Billy) Senior Fall Boys Varsity Volleyball Unsung Hero Hernandez’s Death Sparks Media Cavs vs Warriors:Who will win? Frenzy BY SAHRAN AMIN Everyone saw it coming. Te Cleve- defeated the Wizards in seven games land Cavaliers will be versing the Golden full of action, grit, and heart. Tis lead State Warriors in the 2017 NBA Finals, to the conference fnals, in which both but no one is surprised. Tis matchup series lacked any true excitement. Te was much anticipated. It was only a Warriors were able to easily blow by matter of who would give either team the Spurs in the Western Conference the hardest time getting to the cham- Finals due to the injury of Kawhi Leon- pionship round, but there wasn’t much ard, the Spurs’ all star forward. Tere of a fght. Te Warriors swept their way was a lot of controversy surrounding to the Finals, completely annihilating his injury because of an illegal close- the Portland Trailblazers, Utah Jazz, out by Zaza Pachulia of the Warriors

Source: Te Mercury News and San Antonio Spurs. Te Cavaliers when Leonard was taking a jumpshot. BY AMANDA SAJI swept the Indiana Pacers and Toronto Leonard immediately hurt his ankle, On April 19, 2017, the NFL, New ruled a suicide. With the promotion of Raptors, and then beat the Boston Celt- causing him to miss the entirety of the England Patriots and football fans all his legal defense, and under judge E. Su- ics 4-1 on their way to the fnal round. series. In the Eastern Conference Fi- around lost former tight end, Aaron san Garth, the man’s death also meant Te frst round of the NBA Play- nals, the Cavaliers beat the Celtics in Hernandez to suicide. As an athlete innocence. Under the Massachusetts ofs began with 16 teams, eight from barbecue fashion, which reinstated the at his peak, his dreams and formally law, if the convicted dies before his or the west and eight from the east. In idea that there wasn’t any true com- established career as a pro football her appeals can be exhausted, then their the west, the Jazz beat the Clippers in petition in the Eastern Conference. player were abruptly disturbed by a lawyers and those they are survived by a thrilling series in which the Clippers Now that the stage is set for the series of conficts, including a mur- can request the charges to be vacated were plagued with injuries. Te Rockets Finals, it will be interesting to see how der conviction that demolished his under abatement. Tis not only means beat the Tunder, where other than the this series plays out. It is being called career and ultimately ended his life. that he is not guilty, but also that he is play of Russell Westbrook, the Tunder the “three-match,” given that the two Hernandez played his dream completely innocent in the eyes of our played subpar. Te Spurs beat the Griz- teams will be facing of for the third throughout high school and eventually government’s legal system. Tis could zlies in a tightly contested matchup and straight year. Te Warriors won the in college for the University of Florida. in the future set a big precedent for of course, the Warriors cruised in their frst series two years ago, dominating By the end of his college career, he had many NFL teams. Now that he is tech- series with the Trailblazers. Out east, the a Cavaliers team crushed with inju- 111 receptions and 12 touchdowns nically considered innocent, his lawyer, Wizards beat the Hawks with exciting ries. Both Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love under his belt. In 2013, Hernandez Jose Baez (the same one that covered performances from John Wall. Te Rap- went down that year, leaving LeBron was awarded the John Mackey award, the Casey Anthony case) has the op- tors, known for their poor play in the James all by himself. Te Cavaliers given each year to the nations most portunity to pursue legally that money. playofs, managed to hold of the Bucks took the series last year in a thrilling formidable tight end. However, his ca- Te case managed to spark major at- in their series and won in six games. Te seven game series in which the Warriors reer and reputation were tainted dur- tention from media outlets as his death Celtics beat the Bulls in a hard fought are known for “blowing a 3-1 lead.” ing the ofseason due to an arrest and came with three answers; the answers series, where the main story line lay with Tis year the Warriors are an even charge of the murder of Odin Lloyd. were in the form of letters. Te frst Isaiah Tomas, point guard for Boston. deadlier team than they were last year. At the time Lloyd was dating the one was addressed to his fancée and His sister had passed away shortly be- With the addition of Kevin Durant, sister of Hernandez’s fancée. His role the second one was for his four-year- fore the series began, and Tomas in- they have been a punishing force. Dur- in the murder was traced back to an ex- old, however the district attorneys of- spired others with his jaw-dropping per- ing the regular season, the Cavaliers and change of text messages just 10 hours fce never revealed the third letter’s re- formance. Te Cavaliers beat the Pacers Warriors each won one game against before the murder. Te investigation cipient and contents. A popular rumor in four games, however the Pacers didn’t each other. Critics and fans can only also found keys in Lloyd’s possession that circulated was that the third letter go down without a fght, as they pro- imagine how exciting the rest of series that supposedly were rented by Her- was for his “prison-lover,” Kyle Ken- vided valiant eforts in all four games. will be. It will be a true test for LeB- nandez. He was eventually indicted for nedy. Te mysteries of Aaron Hernan- In the semi fnals, the Cavaliers and ron James, as he worked hard enough the murder in August of the same year, dez seem to be spreading posthumously. Warriors each dominated their oppo- last year against a Warriors team that and on April 15, 2015 Aaron Hernan- Te death of this ex-football leg- nents, with the Cavaliers beating the didn’t have the versatile Kevin Durant. dez was convicted of frst-degree murder end may mean big news for he NFL. Raptors and Warriors defeating the Jazz. Many may say this series will defne and life without parole. Just four days af- It may mean redrawing contracts and Te San Antonio Spurs won the battle his legacy and ability to overcome ad- ter, his body was found hanging against setting new precedents that challenge of Texas with the Houston Rockets in versity. Finals began on June 1. Te the bars in a maximum-security prison. economic normalites. As for now, a thrilling matchup. And, the Celtics Warriors were up 2-0 at press time. Hernandez’s unexpected death was his death still remains an open book. Source: SLAMonline Political Leanings in Sports Media

BY SAUMYA SHARMA Trump. Te Women’s March. Black ropean descent from entering Australia. Lives Matter. We have all heard of the “Sports is the platform for change,” controversies surrounding at least one comments freshman Joey Tsai. “It of these causes, and in this day and age, has repeatedly set the tone for equal- it is almost impossible to avoid poli- ity and continues to represent Ameri- tics in every aspect of life. From com- can pride. If we start denouncing mon core in education to even simply the next Jackie Robinson because walking through the city and coming it is too ‘political,’ what does that across security for Trump Tower, life is say about the future of America?” completely entangled with the society. With so much of politics and sports

More recently, sportscasters are taking SportsBlog Source: Today USA Source: history intertwined, it may seem strange a blow for the commenting on politics that ESPN and other sportscasters are that interlock their respective on sports. under fre for showing a little political As ESPN began laying of three bias. However, the current political cli- hundred employees in May, many view- mate sheds light on the ongoing dispute. ers took the opportunity to express With Trump bashing news reporters for their distaste to the liberal skew that spreading propaganda and funding cuts has trickled into ESPN sports. Accord- afecting everything from after school ing to research conducted by Langer programs to healthcare, many people Research Associates, 16% of viewers Report Watchman T e Source: Deadline Source: are turning to sports to check out of shirked away from ESPN after Kaitlyn politics and the chaos running through Jenner received the Arthur Ashe Cour- with President Obama, viewers satisfac- beat the world record on the 200-me- Washington. When they tune into a age Award at the ESPY’s, while 12% felt tory levels also increased sufciently. ter race and John Carlos came in third, sports game and hear any commen- ESPN’s polarity when Curt Schilling Sports has always been a ma- both went to the podium wearing only tary that does not involve statistics and was fred for making comments against jor historical stage for politics. From black socks to represent black poverty. a play-by-play, they are disenchanted. transgender people during the contro- Jackie Robinson’s fght against racial John Carlos also represented solidar- Junior Anisha Hari agrees. “When you versy of North Carolina’s bathroom bill. discrimination in baseball, to Billie ity with blue-collared workers by un- are a commentator, your views are rep- However, according to ESPN, Jean King’s fght for gender equality in zipping his jacket. Smith, Carlos, and resenting the views of the company you when camera time was devoted to Mi- tennis, sports has always found itself Peter Norman, the Australian athlete work for. And most corporations would chael Sam, the frst openly gay person in the center of politics. In the 1968 who came in second, all wore Olympic not want to distance an entire demo- to be drafted to the NFL, viewers felt Olympics, Tommie Smith and John Project for Human Rights badges. Nor- graphic by expressing political views or better about the network, and when Carlos held the most overt Olympic man was protesting the White Australia ties. It is one thing if athletes express coverage was given to a town hall event protest in history. After Tommie Smith Policy, which barred those of non-Eu- their concern-- they are directly afected by it and all work they do is independent of the sports team they are involved in. If these conditions applied to NHP Teams Spring It On the sports commentator then it would be okay. But to go on air and say something political during a game is wrong.” Tese comments are more noticeable now because of the many controversial topics involved and because many more conservative viewers are feeling forced into a corner when it comes to watching sports. Tey may rely on SNY for their Mets game, but now they have a moral obligation not to watch if the network voices an opinion that they disagree with. Junior Kaitlyn Krems believes that “everyone has their freedom of speech and they can say what they want.” Free- dom of speech is the foundation of American society. Protesting the wrong. Raising concern for injustice. Should it matter who spreads the message? With Colin Kaepernick kneeling during the national anthem to protest rac- ism and the women’s soccer and hockey teams voicing issues about equal pay, sports and politics will be everywhere. Still, the question remains: is the right

Source: Zahra Gittham Zahra Source: to voice concerns limited to athletes, or can it branch out to commentators? PETE SERVES UP SOME HEAT ON HIS WAY TO BOSTON

BY DAVE BUDHRAM AND VISHWAJIT SHARMA Legend. Pete Siozios will for- he is advancing to state, where NHP is ever be an NHP legend, and sure he will play well. However, Pete has probably the best tennis player played the top kids in the nation before. NHP will ever have. At just the age of In the summer of 2016, Pete was chosen three Pete started playing the sport that along with 255 kids. Tese were the top will end up taking him to where he is now. 256 kids in the nation. Tis National When Pete was three his jour- clay Court Tournament was held in ney started. His dad put a Florida, and Pete managed to represent beach paddle in his hand and NHP really well. He advanced to the tossed him a ball to see if he top forty kids, but eventually lost to the could hit it back, and after about ninth ranked best player in the nation. fve minutes his tennis career Imagine how amazing you have to be to started. He started to play for only be better than top forty in the nation. once or twice a week, but he found a After graduating NHP Me- love for the sport when he was on the morial Pete will be moving court. He wanted to compete against onto one of the best schools in others, and when he was 12 he quit all the country, Boston Univer- other sports and focused just on tennis. sity. Not only is he going to Bos- Pete’s frst tournament was Siozios Pete Source: ton University, but he got in with a at Alley Pond and he didn’t he came up with or by just controlling Tis year on the tennis team, full tennis scholarship. Tanks to tennis, even do poorly. Well he placed them emotionally. In eleventh grade Pete played against his best Pete just saved himself over 200 grand. second. His tennis role model is Roger Pete made the tennis team a family, and friend in a breath taking match. Pete is “really excited to go to college Federer because of the way he carries will leave the tennis team as a legend. In the frst set Pete lost 6-1; and work the with the coaches and and himself on and of the court, but he In twelfth grade, Pete went undefeated. hope was fading for Pete’s vic- the other kids on the Boston University respects all tennis players equally. Be- At every single game, you would ex- tory. Pete stayed focused and came tennis team. He is looking forward to ing as amazing as he is, we might be pect to see Pete win. Never once did back and won the second set. “being part of something greater than able to see Pete compete professionally. his teammates expect him to lose. Not And at the end he came back and just an individual sport.” It’s crazy how Pete Siozios has been playing tennis for only did Pete go undefeated, but he won the third set winning the amazing at tennis Pete is, he has proven the NHP memorial for many years. He only lost one set in his twelfth grade game. After over three hours of play- himself to be the best athlete at NHP, joined the team in tenth grade and after season. One set out of twenty nine sets. ing, Pete won the game for his team. but what is crazier is how humble Pete only one year of being on the team he His set winning percentage is 97 per- In the past month, Pete played is about his success. Boston University’s became captain. On and of the court cent. Ever since ninth grade, Pete has counties and placed second tennis is looking forward to their new Pete is an amazing captain. He helps been winning awards for his outstand- in Nassau, probably a mistake star player, but New Hyde Park will al- his teammates improve either by drills ing performance on the tennis team. since he should have won frst, and now ways remember. Pete Siozios as a legend.

Gina “Peppy”: Friend, Teammate, Motivator

BY DANIELLE SCHWARTZ Gina Pepe is a senior at New Hyde always take the stress away by making a has been clearly shown in this lacrosse Park. She is a friend, and she is a team- funny joke”. Gina’s passion for lacrosse season. Te Girls Varsity Lacrosse team mate, and a great athlete. Gina plays has made her an integral member of the played a fantastic, undefeated season, feld hockey in the fall, runs track in the varsity team, in terms of on feld action conquering every game and creating a winter, and plays lacrosse in the spring. and motivating her team. She is the strong team bond. Gina has been a big She excels at all of these sports, and in captain of the lacrosse team, and she’s part of this success she’s a strong defend- addition to being great on the feld and known for lighting up the mood and er and she even stepped up and scored the track, Gina brings a unique element cheering up the team when struggles a goal, a rare feat for a defender. “I’ve to every team she is a part of. She is arise. “Not only is Gina an amazing played with Gina for as long as I’ve been charismatic and brings life and excite- friend and teammate, she is a fearless on a team and she is such a fun, moment to her team on and of the feld. defender who is never afraid to go after tivating team leader who I’m going to Her teammates say that her personality the ball and prevent the other team from miss a lot next year” says Jennie Mofa. adds a lot to the team, such as Nicole scoring.” Tis sentiment is felt by many Gina Pepe is a great player, and a good Cabrera, who commented, “She would of her teammates, and her dedication person, and she will be missed next year. Source: Girls’ Lacrosse Girls’ Source: