Vol. XV Issue 3 Harrison High School April 2011 Lucky 13 for Model Congress Emma Adler Editor-in-Chief This spring Har- and blazers rison High School took for tank tops Philadelphia by storm, and jeans picking up an unprec- and made edented thirteen awards their way to at the University of Penn- the delegate sylvania Model Congress dance at the conference. University of The conference Pennsylva- kicked off on March 31. nia Museum Hundreds of delegates of Archaeol- representing dozens of ogy and An- high schools crowded thropology. into the famous Irvine In spite of a Hall for opening ceremo- noble effort nies. Following a speech on the part by former congressman of the con- Joe Sestak, and a brief The Harrison delegation. Courtesy of Ms. Makarczuk ference ad- overview of the rules of well as men to enlist in the draft. the Old City, a part of Philadelphia ministrators, the conference, the delegates Asked about the experience of renowned for its architecture, the dance received a collective dispersed throughout the campus debating in a committee with ten - thumbs-down from the Harrison - ping. Chaperones Ms. Makarczuk delegates who chose to put in an Over the next three days, each mented “It is kind of an awkward and Ms. Morrissey headed up appearance. Junior Angela Troia of the Harrison High School del- situation, spending hours talking an excursion to Reading Termi- remarked, “It was a cool idea to egates would engage in approxi- with a group of people you don’t nal Market, a sprawling public hold the dance in a museum, but mately twenty hours of structured know, but it forces you to open up, market located in the heart of it was hard to dance with a bunch debate, tackling issues running and by the end of the conference Philadelphia where hungry visi- of statues everywhere. It also you all get to know each other.” tors can sample delicacies from would have been nice if they’d to the housing crisis. Topics discussed in Harrison over one hundred storefronts. had an actual DJ instead of a Friday was the busiest day delegates’ committees on Friday Afterward, freshmen delegates laptop playing music.” of the conference, including two included the death penalty, voting Ben Adler, Sam Colangelo and three-hour committee sessions rights for convicts, and adoption Coby Lefkowitz took a detour to full session of debate. In the Red and one two-hour full session. rights for gay couples. Jim’s, one of the Philadelphia’s Senate, the delegates debated a Harrison High senior Zach Man- On Saturday, the delega- most famous Philly cheese steak bill outlining harsher punishments dell presented a bill to legalize the tion took advantage of a seven restaurants. medical usage of ecstasy. Junior hour break between committee Following their evening instances of water boarding, and Julia Coash presented legislation sessions to enjoy the city of the committee session that night the passed a resolution to support which would require women as Philadelphia. Some journeyed to delegates swapped their blouses Brazil’s acquisition of a perma- (Continued on Page 19) In News... In Arts... Exclusive Inside... Band trip to interview with Atlanta American Idol Debate update...... Page 6 contestant Spotlight on A-109...... Page 11 Energy drinks exposed...Page 14 Page 4-5 Page 26-27 How Tweet It Is...... Page 21 90-Second Interviews....Page 31 news &features Cysner Climbs His Way to the Top

Angela Troia Arts Editor

After years of playing little longer climbs and the use of a this bouldering wall exceeded ranked in order of highest score. league and other recreational rope. In bouldering, the walls anything Matt had ever climbed !R are shorter and there are big before -- reaching a tall twenty " on football feet. possible 15 points. Matt scored a or baseball “I was extremely ner- %&'( - vous,” says Matt, who claims "%(() haps on the he can still feel the intensity Matt’s age group had thirty-three court, shoot- of the competition. “I was competitors competing to be ing hoops. very nervous for the event. I ranked the nation’s top climber. This is not had put a ton of pressure on “Climbing isn’t simple,” the case for myself to do well at nationals, says Matt DiRe. “I have climbed Matt Cysner. so much so that I forgot to with Matt for simple fun and, es- This Har- take a step back and relax. pecially as an amateur climber, I rison High As a result, I did not climb as admire Cysner’s physical ability School junior well as I would have liked, but as well as his technique.” DiRe is has chosen I am still happy with how it all proud of how well Matt did at the a sport that turned out.” national competition. “He really takes him to The climbers are pours his heart into climbing and new heights, # deserves to go places with it.” Cysner takes hold. Courtesy of Matt Cysner literally. Cys- completion, not on speed. One thing’s for sure -- this ner is a nationally ranked climber. pads on the ground to protect The competition is not timed. is not the last time we will see ! against falls. Each hold is worth a point and the Matt climb. twenty-second in the USA Climb- “You don’t need to be able higher a climber gets, the more “Becoming a professional ing National Bouldering Champi- to do the hardest rock climbs in rock climber is onship, a performance that was the world in order to have fun extremely dif- his personal best. and get a good workout,” said * In a high school where Matt Cysner. “You just need not think that I football seems to dominate the to push yourself and you will will make it to sports arena, climbing is not of- gradually get better.” that level,” a ten a sport considered by many. Needless to say, Matt modest Cys- “Before Matt started climbing I is no ordinary athlete. Even had no idea that such an event though one might not spot Matt “However, I existed,” said fellow junior Matt throwing a ball around after would like to DiRe. “I had known that people school, his workouts and daily work in the climbed, but not at a competitive routines are rigorous. climbing in- level.” “Pushups, pull-ups, and dustry so that The sport involves a sim- sit-ups help, but in order to I can stay in- ple objective: climb from the bot- get better at climbing, you volved with tom of the wall to the top without just need to climb a lot,” noted the sport as falling. On paper, this may seem Cysner, who plans on going to Cysner climbing. Courtesy of Matt Cysner it progresses like a breeze, but in actuality New Hampshire this summer in the future. it is one of the most physically for three weeks of rock climbing. points are earned. Falls are also I’d like to at least have a career demanding sports. Boulder, Colorado, proved factored into the score, but they that would allow me to keep rock There are two types of to be a new experience for the in- do not take away a substantial climbing. I can definitely see climbing: sport climbing and boul- trepid climber. He had previously amount of points Scores are myself rock climbing for the rest dering. Sport climbing involves " then added and competitors are of my life.”

Husky Herald - Page 2 KFWH to LMK

Peri Mendelsohn Staff Writer

Students in Kids for World openly share how the presenta- girls,. This is unusual because safe environment they live in. I’m Health Club have recently been tion affected them, granting them normally in Pakistan girls are very happy to be involved.” learning about how education the ability to imagine what their considered useless in their com- The presentation informed levels differ in different parts lives would be like if they lived in munity and cannot attend school. students about a current world of the world. For example, in Taliban. One question asked in Some of the students’ questions event that endangers kids’ lives Taliban, Pakistan, children are the presentation was, “How would were answered by Ms. Stanton every day. It also gave students not fortunate enough to have you feel if your younger sibling during the presentation, further some perspective on how for- the privilege deepening their under- tunate they are and how much of education standing of the matter harder kids have it in foreign and con- and allowing them to get countries. Some raised concerns stantly live in 8 that the presentation might prove danger be- situation. The interac- too scary for middle school kids, cause of the tion with Silbi Stanton some of whom might not be ma- prevalence of also provided students ture enough to handle the subject weapons in information on how to matter. their society. give additional donations Yet Kids for World Health While many to help the situation in advisor Ms. Allison Blunt argued kids don’t ap- Pakistan. that this presentation was one preciate the After viewing the that needed to be seen. importance movie, Children of the “Kids deserve to know of school Taliban, at a Kids for what’s going on in other coun- (to say the Courtesy of Ms. Columbus World Health meeting, tries,” she said. “We cannot least), kids in Harrison High school hide them from the truth and it countries like Pakistan yearn for knew how to use a gun?” Often sophomore student Olivia Hy- will only increase their desire to a proper education and every kids don’t realize the dangers oth- mowitz expressed her feelings lend a hand.” day is a struggle to survive. On ers go through in order to survive. on the program. Often we forget every- April 4, students involved in Kids Even though thing we have to be for World Health took a trip to the weapons are thankful for in our middle school to convey this im- not present and country, state, and portant message. The students a part of our ev- community. This pre- in the club prepared a presen- eryday lives, we sentation stressed tation informing middle school should not fail to the importance of be- students at LMK about the harsh see the differ- ing informed about conditions in Taliban, Pakistan. ences in places world events and be- The presentation stressed the like Pakistan, ing thankful for the importance of education and how where guns are safety, security, and it should be appreciated because used commonly promise our country many don’t have this advantage. by children who provides. The presentation also provided use them as a The trip gave students’ insight as to why it’s im- method of both high school students portant to help the less fortunate. self-defense an opportunity to Many underestimate and ignore and survival. share their thoughts Courtesy of Ms. Columbus the existence of poverty in third Schools in Paki- on a current event world countries and this presen- stan even educate kids on how “The presentation will with younger students as well as tation truly was an eye- opener, to properly use weapons and allow the middle schoolers a a great experience presenting one that delivered an important many kids learn how to be suicide chance to know what’s going on and learning about this riveting message to the Harrison com- bombers at young ages. Lastly, in the world outside of their com- topic. The process enabled high munity. the students were asked to write munity,” she said. “I think most school students and teachers to The presentation consist- down questions they have about people are unaware how different learn a great deal about Pakistan ed of watching a 40-minute video the Taliban. Following the Power- people live in foreign countries as well as interact with students with the middle school students, Point presentation, the students and I’m so glad I was given the from the middle school, which is one depicting the troubles that heard a speech by Silbi Stanton. opportunity to learn more and not commonly done. Members kids from Taliban have to endure Ms. Stantion is working on share the stories of the Taliban of Kids for World Health and the day-to-day just to survive. Fol- building schools in Pakistan that with middle school students.” school district greatly appreciate lowing the presentation, the high will provide an adequate educa- The video has had a simi- all of the hard work and effort put school students followed up with tion for the children in Pakistan, lar effect on sophomore Stepha- in by the club advisors, Ms. Blunt a more personal PowerPoint pre- one that will enable them to rise nie Irvine, who shared, “It is an and Mrs. Wilson. Their efforts in sentation where kids were asked above their current problems. important issue to know about making this trip happen did not for input on the situation. This al- At Ms. Stanton’s schools, she is because it teaches kids how to go unrecognized. lowed middle school students to encouraging the attendance of appreciate education and the Husky Herald - Page 3 Band Trip Just Peachy

Trent Lefkowitz Staff Writer

Harrison High School’s HHS stepped up to the the Best Overall Band award, spectators by walking off the band, chorus, majorettes, plate when the competition and three HHS musicians were stage right before they were color guard, and wind and jazz arrived. Performances took recognized with the Maestro expected to perform. ensembles all headed down place on Friday, April 1and were Award for their individual Long days and constant South in late March for prep for the competition their biggest performance left HHS performers of the year. This time, the exhausted. Though the performers packed up their group enjoyed their stay gear and took a 16-hour in Georgia, by the last day bus ride to Atlanta, Georgia, most of them were ready in order to compete in the to head home and resume Atlanta Heritage Festival. their daily lives. They left Though prepping Saturday night from Six for the Festival was their Flags (the location of the main focus, the group still awards ceremony) and had time to explore and returned to HHS Sunday enjoy the “Peach State.” afternoon. Band teachers Mr. Briem Senior drum major and Dr. Pasqua planned Bryan Jacobowitz had several exciting activities mixed emotions after both before and after the completing his final big day. The group was Band members pose with awards. Courtesy of Gary Morgen Photography competition as part of able to visit the University of followed by an awards ceremony performances: Bryan Jacobowitz the HHS band. Georgia, take a day trip to Six the next day. The Huskies were on the piano, and Jacob Seidman “It’s bittersweet, because Flags, and eat at well-known a big success, adding numerous and Ryan Polakoff for the while it’s one of the last times Georgian restaurants such as awards to its already impressive trombone. I will be leading the band,” he Agatha’ Christie’s Mystery Dinner collection of accolades. A pleasant surprise for said, “I know for a fact it’s not the Theater and Ryan’s Fire last time I will be seeing the Mountain Grill and Buffet. band.” They also visited the Martin One of Bryan’s Luther King Jr. National favorite band memories Historic Site, where they throughout his high school saw and learned about career was the Nashville King’s birth home, Ebenezer &'') Baptist Church, Freedom “When we were Hall, the Eternal Flame, and in Nashville, we went to his crypt. a concert at the Grand One of the most ‘Ole Opry, and whenever memorable experiences anybody would say the word of the trip included pianist ‘focus’ the crowd would give Peter Serkins’ performance a thunderous applause,” he at the Atlanta Symphony recounted. “While we still Hall. Serkin played in aren’t quite sure why they his “Bartok and Brahms” did that or what it meant, it’s concert series, and made a a fond memory I have from trip to Stone Mountain Park that trip and an inside joke for another performance the between all of the seniors.” day of the competition. There are many Junior drummer seniors who, like Bryan, Raf Dalcolmo loved are sad to leave these Serkins’ performance, but The Jazz Band lets loose. Courtesy of Gary Morgen Photography experiences behind. particularly enjoyed his time Though underclassmen are at Six Flags. The marching band, HHS was also the Spirit Award. upset to lose a valuable chunk of “One of my favorite parts majorettes, and color guard The group received the award the overall group, they already of the trip was visiting Six Flags,” won silver in their respective for displaying a positive attitude are looking forward to next year’s he said, “because I got to go on competitions, while the throughout the trip, and the April competition. the Go-Karts. Driving them was percussion ensemble, wind and Fool’s joke they pulled on the tons of fun. I also really enjoyed jazz ensembles all took home the crowd at the Wind Ensemble the Batman Gotham City area.” gold. The entire group snatched competition. They “fooled”

Husky Herald - Page 4 Fun-Lanta Days And Nights

Olivia Pagano Staff Writer

Although everyone was day.” The malpractice lawyers at into it. There was a tram that were brave, and they went on excited for the band trip to At- “Our Lady of Excessive Hotness went to the top of the mountain. \ lanta, most were dreading the Hospital” sang this song with People took pictures and videos stories high, before experiencing 16-hour bus trip to to record the memories. Later the exhilarating free fall. get there. There were that afternoon, the whole band Although the day of rides thoughts that sitting on left for Powder Springs, Georgia. was over, the award ceremony a crowded coach bus This is where the competition was had yet to begin. All band mem- for hours and sleeping located. First the marching band bers rocked out to the classics in uncomfortable posi- and the majorettes performed from the ‘70s as they waited to tions would be ago- in front of some of the South’s find out who won. Overall the nizing. Surprisingly, most prestigious music people. band won nine awards, including it was not. It gave After that, the color guard, wind awards presented to individuals time for the band to ensemble, jazz ensemble and that stuck out while compet- get mentally prepared the percussion ensemble per- ing; Bryan Jacobowitz, Jacob before competition formed in Hillgrove High School. Seidman, and Ryan Polakoff. mode began. During These performance groups were Even though not all members the bus ride, students cheered on by their fellow band were awarded with this honor, bonded and, like ev- members and parents. the students all cheered, sup- ery other teenager, After hours of listening to porting their fellow musicians, they were energetic music and doing their best, the classmates and friends. Due to and basically insane. musicians returned to a huge the high qualifying awards the Games were played, surprise at the hotel. While band won, they were invited to stories were told, and they were in a meeting in the go to Los Angeles next year and it was like there was Embassy Suites’ Phoenix Room, compete. a speaker blasting the band found out that a famous “My favorite part of the trip laughter. basketball player, Allen Iverson, was spending the whole day in On the way was there, apparently awaiting Six Flags Over Georgia and being down to Atlanta, the surgery. Apparently the NBA star able to receive a award knowing band stopped at the was upset and very intoxicated. that it is my last year doing this,” infamous Cracker Bar- Look out below! The band parents and directors said, Nour Neshiwat, a senior and rel in North Carolina, Courtesy of Gary Morgen Photography were concerned for the students’ four-year member of Harrison where Southern hospitality was lyrics by the band’s drum major, safety, so they were kept in the High School Band. on display. Mr. Briem instructed Bryan Jacobowitz. One sample conference room and later es- After a whole day of excite- the band to be polite, cautioning lyric from this hysterical song is: corted to their rooms. ment from thrilling roller coasters against one-word responses like “It’s trial, trial, gotta get put on The next day was very to winning awards, the band got ‘yeah’ and ‘thanks.’ trial. Everybody’s lookin’ forward exciting for all because they back onto the bus for another Arriving in the city of At- to the verdict, verdict. Settling, lanta was exciting. Instead of Settling, (Yeah!) Settling, Settling, taking downtime at the hotel, the (Yeah!) Cash, cash, cash, cash. band got dressed and went to the Looking forward to the verdict.” lobby. They left to take a tour of That night was full of laughs and the Coca- Cola factory because excitement for all. the soft drink originated in Atlanta, The next night the band but sadly, they were late. So in- enjoyed a performance of The stead of taking the tour, they were Atlanta Symphony. For many dropped off at a shopping center adults, it was very rewarding to (and all the girls were happy). see musicians of such caliber. After, the band members For the exhausted students, went to the Agatha Christie though, it was time to sleep. Even Murder Mystery Dinner Theater. though the symphony would have The show that was performed been great for people to listen to, was called “Grave’s Anatomy” the possibility of staying awake and required audience partici- during such lullaby-like songs Courtesy of Gary Morgen Photography pation. Due to the fact that the was unlikely. audience was mostly Harrison On Friday, April 1, the band spent the whole day at Six Flags 16-hour trek back to Harrison. students with musical experi- was pumped for competition. Due Over Georgia. Some rides there The bus was silent the whole ence, it was ironic that they had to the scheduling of the competi- are Goliath, Georgia Scorcher, way back as exhausted students to write songs that told a story of tion at 4 p.m., all of the students Superman, The Great American slept. Arriving back home was working in a hospital. One song went to Stone Mountain Park. Scream Machine and many more great, but most were reminded in particular stood out to many This park has one of the South’s that made people scream with joy that they still had to get up for band members, it was the parody biggest landmarks. It is the rock and fear. Two chaperones on the school the next morning. of Rebecca Black’s top hit, “Fri- with the confederacy carved trip, Mrs. Corona and Mr. Vernali, Husky Herald - Page 5 Harrison Debate ends on a high note

Peri Mendelsohn Staff Writer

These past few weekends, an outstanding job, receiving high paid off when she beat her oppo- the novice division. Freshman the Harrison Debate Team at- speaker points in every round. nent, Zeke Rosenburg, from the Danny Debois and Sophomore tended two state tournaments She actually placed ninth in New Bronx High School of Science, in Sarah Murphy truly stole the > York State. If the tournament show. Both debaters cleared tournaments, preliminary rounds with four wins NYSDCA, was Sarah demonstrated amazing and one loss and broke to octo- held April 1-2 at speaking skills throughout the ] Brooklyn Tech tournament and allowed Har- High School. rison to win yet another Debate was just the two of them left to The second Tournament. compete for the championship. state tourna- During the New York Fo- Danny Debois and Sarah Mur- ment was on rensic League’s State Tourna- phy became co- champions of @ )8Q \ the tournament together. Sarah The New York given the privilege to compete. also was the seventh speaker in State Forensic Harrison students Ally Brabant, the novice division. These two League. Cer- Christina Loguidice, Danny De- debaters have displayed excep- tain qualifica- bois, Hayley Kronthal, and Sarah tional consistency throughout tions were re- Murphy all obtained outstand- the year and fully deserved this quired in order ing records and each received recognition. for students to Debaters pose with trophy. Courtesy of Mr. Hertzig @ “It was a great opportunity participate in determined the eventual State and I’m so happy with how I did,” both of these prestigious tourna- had allowed debaters to break championship. said Sarah Murphy. “Everyone ments, so only the top debaters In the Varsity division, did an amazing job. Everyone from multiple schools in New junior Chris- York were on hand. This posed but because the tournament was tina Loguidice tough competition for the Har- " won two of her rison debaters. could be carried out. Still, Sarah’s five preliminary - debate skills did not go unrecog- rounds (an ex- nized - she won third speaker at ceptional record " the tournament. for Varsity De- finals, and the State bate). Christina championship. All was also named three Harrison debat- the seventh Var- ers participating had sity Speaker in great records and were the State, which successful in the tourna- is an enormous ment. Sophomore Peri accomplishment. Mendelsohn, sopho- Another success- more Sarah Murphy, ful varsity debater and freshman Sarah was junior Ally X# Brabant. She representing Harrison. won four of her Mr. Hertzig and the gang. Courtesy of Mr. Hertzig Unfortunately, preliminary rounds and broke to on the team is so amazing that Sarah Murphy and Peri octofinals. Unfortunately, she it gives me incentive to keep Mendelsohn were un- faced tough competition in the working at it.” able to break to quarter The Debate Team truly [- on. However, she was named has had an exceptional year, and cellent records in pre- the top varsity speaker in New much credit has to be given to liminary rounds. Peri York State. Both varsity debaters Coach Hertzig. The amount of Mendelsohn won two of did an incredible job, especially tournaments won by the team is her preliminary rounds Debois debates. Courtesy of Mr. Hertzig \!\^R and made it to what tournament. coaching abilities paired with the debaters call a “bubble round,” Lastly, Sarah Rossman As for the novices, the students’ hard work ethic. There a round that decides which de- truly went above and beyond, three debaters in this division is no debate about how proud bater will be able to have a spe- wowing everyone by winning the did a great job as well. Sopho- the whole Harrison community is whole tournament. She won four more Hayley Kronthal won all of our Debate Team’s excellent tournament. Peri lost that round, of her preliminary rounds and performance this year. disabling her to place, but lost off " broke to octofinals. She was a low-point win (she had higher proceeded all the way through the tournament’s top seed enter- speaker points than her oppo- " ing elimination rounds, which nent). Sarah Murphy won three it to the State championship. All is highly impressive. She was of her preliminary rounds and did of her hard work and preparations even named the third speaker in Husky Herald - Page 6 EURO-TRIP 2011 Joni Cooper Managing Editor

For years, Ms. Battipaglia `) Santa Croce (the largest has been taking her students to X - Franciscan church in Italy) various parts of Europe and North sumption was all would grab a and Michelangelo’s “David” Africa. Each trip she leads is quick bite then head back to the sculpture, snapped some unique in its own way—not only hotel for some sleep. Ms. Bat- photos on Ponte Vecchio, in regards to the countries she tipaglia, though, had other plans. and shopped in the city’s Nutella crepes fresh off the pan Courtesy of Joni Cooper chooses, but the itinerary and “We call her the energizer leather market. ing to Rome, the group spent the group itself. One summer bunny ,” says senior Michele Before hitting Pompeii, @ she brought a small group of Sullivan. “No but really, nothing another destination several hours town of Sorrento. students to Tunisia to assist her slows down Ms. B.” from Rome, the group made a pit Before departing Europe, in working at a museum, while After the group reener- stop in Formia to spend the night the group flew to France and another she traveled with nearly gized with slices of margarita, with the Parisis. Ms. Battipaglia spent the last two days of their thirty students to historical “must- eggplant, and white cheese became close with the family trip in Paris. After settling into sees” and other sites throughout pizzas, Ms. Battipaglia gave her through a foreign exchange pro- their new hotel in the Spanish Italy and Spain. Simply put, she students a glimpse of some of the gram, and has kept touch with Quarter, they walked down bou- is an advocate for change. Her key sites they would be visiting in them for years since. Having levard Saint-Michel and ate at a independent trip this past Febru- the upcoming days. She brought heard that Ms. Battipaglia was small French Bistro. Though they ary was to Italy and France. them to the Trevi Fountain (only bringing some of her students - “I was a little intimidated 8{ to Italy, the family welcomed the guettes, French onion soup, and when I found out I was going on the Spanish Steps, and several \ beef bourguignon, the group had the trip with only three other girls beautifully lit monuments such of their apartment. enough room in their stomachs to as the Pantheon and the While Ada (the daughter purchase some Nutella crepes Vittoriano (also known of Ms. B’s friends) took the group for the road. as the “Wedding Cake”). into town, Ms. Battipaglia caught The group was on a tight The days were up with the rest of the family at and busy schedule since they long and busy in Rome, home. Little did anyone suspect had only one full day to cover all though the group knew of Paris. The next morning, Ms. this was necessary to two-hour dinner upon their return. ] cover most of the city’s The initial assumption was that the Eiffel Tower. After a quick “must-sees” and “must- salad, pasta Bolognese, and bite, they headed to the Museum dos.” Within less than a homemade juice comprised the D’Orsay, where they spent hours week, the group not only entire dinner. Yet these were examining the works of prominent The group poses with their host family. revisited and learned “appetizers,” as baguettes, broc- artists such as Edgar Degas, Courtesy of Joni Cooper more about the sites coli, French fries, sautéed onions, Claude Monet, and Vincent van from the first night, but beef, and an assortment of gelato Gogh. At night they visited sites that were all seniors,” says fresh- also saw other main attractions followed. such as Sorbonne University and man Breana Coash. “Though by such as the Coliseum, Vatican “Our stay in Formia will Notre Dame, and later headed to the end of the trip I felt pretty Museum, and Circus Maximus. be one of my greatest memo- Montmartre to wander the town, close to them, and really ended Though Ms. Battipaglia ries from the trip,” says senior visit the Basilica of the Sacre up enjoying myself. I loved seeing felt it was important to cover Nikita Mogar. “Everything just Coéur, and see spectacular views the places and things we learned the most famous historical sites seemed so ‘authentic’- the food, of Paris. _ in Rome, the teacher saved the house, and most of all, the ] \ - want to return to Europe again.” ample time for fun activities and family. I will miss the view of the lowing afternoon, the group had The original plan was to less touristy places. During the sea from our room, the family’s time to shop along the Champs- spend four days each in Italy day, the group strolled down ‘Italian’ hand expressions when d’Élysées and stock up on maca- and Tunisia, but political unrest Via Condotti—Rome’s “Rodeo they spoke, and how warm and roons from Ladurée, a world- in the latter country required Ms. Drive”—and ate fresh gnocchi welcoming they were to us.” renowned macaroon shop. After Battipaglia to adjust the itinerary. and pasta fagioli in Campo de The next morning the saying their final “afscheids,” Then a flight delay ultimately Fiori while watching pantomimes group said their goodbyes and “arrivedercis” and “au revoirs” to caused the group to miss a con- and musicians perform outside. headed off to Pompeii. Before Europe, the group headed back \@ At night, Ms. Battipaglia took the exploring the town’s ruins, Ms. home. X[\ students to Trastevere—a quarter Battipaglia took her students to “It was a pleasure to see was nearly ten hours later, but with cobblestone walkways and one of her favorite pastry shops these four young adults totally that allowed the group to get a clotheslines suspended between in Italy- Gabbiano Pasticceria. immersed in a new culture,” says taste of Amsterdam. There was buildings—and Piazza Navona to Afterwards, the group spent Ms. Battipaglia. “The positive time enough to pose with the “I visit one of Italy’s most famous hours walking through the ruins impression they made on our Am Amsterdam” sculpture, to eat “gelaterias” for tartufo. and learning about the town and host family and the enthusiasm an authentic meal at a small pub, Not all of the time was its people before Mt. Vesuvius they expressed for culture and to “window shop” down narrow spent in Rome. After an early erupted in 79 AD. The students antiquity was truly meaningful side streets, and to see some visit to the Sistine Chapel, the were especially amazed at how to me. It is what motivates me of the world’s most renowned group headed on a four-hour the bodies of victims were pre- to continue these trips overseas canals. train ride to Florence. They visited served by plaster. Before return- each year.” Husky Herald - Page 7 Pantry raid shocks town

Alex Psaros Staff Writer Harrison residents were Jack Arcara, Jo- man, stated “The security should stunned by the arrest of 90 year- esph Arcara, have been more advanced. old Florence D’Imperio on Feb- Adam Straface, Maybe they could have caught ruary 17th 2011. The elderly vol- Sheryll Toplyn, the people sooner. I think that unteer had recently been named and D’Imperio’s Harrison stores should all im- citizen of the year and had been son William prove their security to prevent inducted into the Westchester D’Imperio. All events like this from happening County Senior Citizens hall of were arrested in the future.” fame for her dedication to the and face charg- An anonymous source local food pantry. D’Imperio es. Three of the The scene of the crime. weighed in, “Hopefully this is a had also directed the Meals on culprits (Jack Ar- Courtesy of Christie Suozzo wakeup call for the town. I hope Wheels program in Harrison, cara, Joseph Arcara, and Adam surprised and embarrassed by people realize that their secu- serving meals to senior citizens. Straface) had previously been this turn of events. Freshman rity needs to be heightened, and How could this seemingly self- employed as full-time workers at Sarah Mazza commented, “It’s a that they need to be more on top less woman be charged with a the food pantry. disgrace to steal from poor peo- of their staff. Stores should be felony third degree burglary? Following a two-month ple. It is unnecessary, especially more selective and careful when Working in collabora- investigation, the police depart- since she [D’Imperio] had a job. hiring staff members because tion with Christina Rohatynski, ment announced that the six I also think it’s terrible that she you never know what could hap- the food pantry’s director, Har- conspirators had not only stolen dragged her family into this. I am pen.” } ~ food from the pantry, but had disappointed with my beloved Students and teachers surveillance cameras to deter- town. I expected more of my fel- alike are frustrated with the mine whether or not Florence donated goods. Sheryll Toplyn low community members, and I town, and hope to see improve- D’Imperio had indeed stolen the €@ hold my head down in shame.” ments in security in the near donated food. Sure enough, the counts of petty larceny. Wil- Freshman Trent Lefkowitz future. However the case of the ] liam D’Imperio faces two counts; shared, “I think it is terrible, be- Food Pantry bandits plays out, the surveillance tapes also re- Straface faces a single count. cause I knew her. It makes me one thing is for certain: some- vealed that D’Imperio had not Despite the incriminating evi- sick to think that she was taking thing needs to change. acted alone. On the contrary, dence against them, all six of stuff from the people who really she had been aided and abetted the accused pleaded not guilty needed it.” \ in court. Harrison residents were Rula Samad, also a fresh- A “peerless” support network

Tyler Hart and Brian Lauro Staff Writers

As students graduate from dealing with an interview, busy schedules and sports ob- junior high they begin a new high school I ask the fac- ligations.” and vital chapter in their life: which the ulty and staff The Husky Herald con- high school. The four years one freshman can what they ducted a survey asking students spends in high school have a think about that have gone through the peer large role in determining how the Each group the appli- leadership program, and that are rest of one’s life will play out. As of freshmen cants and if a part of it this year, how they such, entering the high school is paired with Head of the peer leader program, Mr. Iorio. they are fit feel about about the program can be a daunting prospect for two to three Courtesy of Christie Suozzo to be a peer and whether they think it is suc- middle school graduates. Formed peer leaders in the beginning of leader. Then I take what I have cessful. Over half of the students in 2003 by Mr. Iorio, the Peer the year who have undergone seen and all the information I surveyed expressed satisfaction Leadership program at Harrison an application process and been got and make a decision on the with the program. High School aims to ease the specially selected for the pro- applicants.” Jordan Valentzas, a fresh- transition by allowing upperclass- gram. In general Mr. Iorio is man, commented that the pro- men to act as mentors to groups Mr. Iorio explained the pleased with how the program is gram has helped her learn to of freshman. process of how peer leaders are going. Still, there is always room manage her time. Senior Gary “I inherited this program as chosen. for improvement. Castelli shared how peer leader- an idea from a guidance coun- “First any incoming junior “Ideally, I would like to - selor who left the school in 2003,” or senior can sign their name on have more hands-on training for man, stating “It helped me to said Mr. Iorio. an application. After that, the cur- the peer leaders. For example, learn about the High School and In peer leadership ses- rent peer leaders and I conduct we could have a challenge day all the extracurricular activities \ group interviews and make ob- and more opportunities in the the school has to offer.” Needless years of high school and share servations on the applicants. Af- year to meet with the leaders. to say Peer Leadership has left techniques and methods for ter we have seen the applicants in However, most of them have a mark on the students of HHS. Husky Herald - Page 8 Are You a Cheater?

Courtesy of The Bamboozle Brian Lauro Staff Writer Mandy Quigley Staff Writer

Making choices is un- else.” check to make sure they aren’t,” Bamboozle is a three-day, avoidable wherever you go, but “I was told to stop and not stated one Harrison High School rain or shine concert, where fans as students we are forced Mon- to do it again, ‘or else.’ And when teacher. “I usually notice that come out on April 29, 30, and May day through Friday to grapple I did it again they just repeated the younger students, such as 1, to see their favorite artists and with what for some can be the that.” the freshmen, are more willing ultimate point of indecision: to Of all of the students ques- to cheat.” bands perform. cheat, or not to cheat. Whether tioned, only one received a seri- A second teacher weighed The radio station 92.3 NOW they will admit to it or not, cheat- ous punishment: “I had to hand in in, “I am aware that students was giving one lucky high school ing is something my test and I was given a zero.” could be cheating, but most a prom held at this year’s Bam- almost every of them aren’t. Most who boozle Festival. student has do cheat do it when it is The station first separated considered easy to do, which is why I doing at one try to avoid multiple choice schools into 21 counties. In the point or anoth- and give more short an- first round, the three top vote- er; something swer questions. This way, getting schools (63) then moved every teacher students have to give me 8 has to keep an the reasoning behind the On March 21, 2011, listen- eye out for. answer, in addition to the ers started voting online at Here at answer itself.” Harrison High Every teacher has www.923now.com. Votes were School, cheat- his or her own methods “tweeted” and done through “like” ing occurs on for limiting cheating. Some buttons on each school’s listing a daily basis. patrol the class; some use on the website. The ten schools It comes in Turnitin.com; some create remaining on April 4, 2011, were many forms, different versions of a test. Caught in the act? Courtesy of Christie Suozzo from copying One teacher shared someone’s homework, to taking Given the disturbingly his method, stating “I get an “Even if we won, I don’t think a glimpse at another student’s large number of students who idea of who the cheaters are in we could have accepted this great test. According to U.S. News get away with cheating, and the my classes as the school year prize,” said senior Danielle Carpi- `X)'ƒ laxity of the punishments incurred progresses. Then what I do is nello. “There is a school play on of “high-achieving” high school by those who are caught, it is place the group of students who that same day and it wouldn’t be %ƒ unsurprising that many Harrison I believe is more willing to cheat of high school students did not High School students have a together so that if they do at- fair to those in the play if we went.” Q ƒ skewed outlook on cheating. Of tempt to cheat they will cheat off “I’ve always wanted to go of cheating high school students the students who participated another student that most likely to Bamboozle, so this is really said that they had not been de- in the survey mentioned above, doesn’t know the answer either. exciting that we came this far,” † ƒ Q‡ƒ I have found that this method has said fellow senior Alyssa Maida. Q'ƒ cheating to be worth the risk. worked very well for me over the “I would love to go with this as our college students didn’t believe One of the few students who an- years.” cheaters would be caught, and swered in the negative explained ` - last senior class event together.” ) ƒ his reasoning, commenting “If you sible to reduce the amount of While Harrison High School said cheating was necessary to get caught cheating you may get cheating that occurs, eradicating made a strong showing,advancing get ahead. a zero. If you just take the test you it entirely is simply not possible. 8- A survey taken at random will get a score a lot higher than mately did not make it. Congratu- asked seventy-four Harrison that, even if you don’t understand ways for a student to cheat, and High School students whether the material. “ even if a student is caught, a lations to the Brooklyn Technical they have ever cheated. A stag- Another student opposed teacher needs proof in order to High School, who managed to ac- )%ƒ to cheating shared “Cheating dole out a punishment. But just crue more votes than over 1,000 had cheated at least once. Of can only get you so far. It won’t because cheating can be easy, schools in the tri-state area. Their % ƒ help you in the long run, after and can boost your grades with- seniors will be journeying to the were caught. And many of these you graduate from high school out any effort, does not mean you Meadowlands on April 29 to have students got off relatively easy. or college.” should do it. Teachers can try to Asked to describe their punish- Some students like to think limit cheating all they want, but in a prom like no other. ment, responses included the that teachers are oblivious to the the end the real responsibility lies Even though we didn’t win, following: amount of cheating that goes on with us – the students. So next this event brought the 2011 se- “I didn’t even get in trouble. in your average classroom. But time you feel the urge to take the niors together in a strong effort to All I had to do was retake the the majority of teachers are far easy way out, consider the age win something fun. The Bamboo- test.” from ignorant. old adage: winners never cheat, zle Prom was a positive bonding “The teacher just moved “I am aware that cheat- and cheaters never win. my seat away from everybody ing is highly probable, but I experience for this year’s seniors.

Husky Herald - Page 9 Prom-lem Solved!

Christina Loguidice Staff Writer

When you were a little dresses, prom dresses, cocktail ion) into a way I could also help girl, didn’t you always dream of dresses and any other acces- others. Through this campaign, the perfect prom dress to wear sories like jewelry, shoes, or I hope to achieve a long lasting to the infamous “Senior Prom?” purses) that might be appropriate bond with Nellie Thornton High What your fairy-tale vision prob- for other females to wear to prom. School in Mount Vernon.” ably didn’t include was the price Not only is this campaign “The fashion show entails tag. On average, prom dresses a great vehicle for Harrison a mix of recipients who attend, Courtesy of Christie Suozzo cost around $500 dollars! Many students to give back to their as Harrison High School Youth females around America are community, but it also allows Volunteers model some of the How can Harrison students someone else the chance to feel donated attire,” she explained. help? Start looking in your closet dreams for prom are shattered like a princess for the night! All “The show is accompanied by for anything worthy of a donation proceeds will be distributed to a food and music. The “distribution to this wonderful cause. Any ar- need. boutique fashion show at Thorn- party” is a huge part of what we ticles of clothing can be brought To remedy this problem ton high School in Mount Vernon do. I don’t want to just give the directly to the security desk in (at least on a small scale), Youth prior to Prom season. dresses as a means of charity, the entrance of the high school. Volunteers of Harrison (YVH) are The Husky Herald sat rather, I want the girls receiving A clothing rack and boxes are organizing a formal wear drive down recently with the director these to feel special.” there, and donated items are for young high school females and founder of this “Prom Perfect” This event has been going then prepared to be sent out for program, senior Alex Chill, to get on for three consecutive years. the fashion show and eventual purchase a dress. This event important information out to the “When we started off, we distribution. Keep in mind that is contingent upon the idea of high school community. only had a few recipients and this year’s drive will end on improving the lives of others who “I have been a member of dresses,” said Alex. “But the April 25,but this has become are unable to attend their Senior YVH for three years now,” Alex event has grown. Last year we an important annual event for } said, “and I’m very proud of this had over 200 dresses distributed YVH. Shouldn’t everyone get the YVH is asking each student to do- 8OP to girls who ended up extremely chance to feel like a princess that nate a gently used or new piece project. Initially, I wanted to incor- happy with their respective “Prom special night of prom? of formal wear (e.g. bridesmaid porate something I enjoy (fash- Perfect” dresses. “ The choice is yours Allison Fuerst Staff Writer As the second semester This year’s sophomores will be ask you is whether or not you are If you’re feeling unsure enters its home stretch, many an IB candidate. If so, you check about your course selections, Harrison High School students enroll and receive a diploma for the box. I don’t know if it’s worth or whether the IB program is for are selecting their classes for IB courses. The IB program is all of the work just so you can you, the best thing you can do is the coming year. For many, this prestigious, but also extremely check a box.” Another turn off for consult your guidance counselor. can be a stressful process. Har- challenging. Most of the other many students is that pursuing Schedule a meeting, and come rison High School is a school that high schools in the tri-state are an IB program prevents students prepared with questions and allows students to follow many do not offer the program. Some from taking a relatively lax sched- ideas. For some, it may be helpful different academic paths, offer- Harrison High School students ule senior year. Sophomore Olivia to create a few possible sched- ing regents classes, Advanced have expressed doubt about the Manley shared, “I want to have ules to consider. If you don’t feel Placement (AP) classes and, school’s decision to adopt the free classes my senior year. I like taking a trip to guidance, take beginning next year ex, Interna- IB, and hesitance to take on the would rather work really hard my a look at “The Guide to Education tional Baccalaureate (IB) classes. intensive course load required to junior year and have some leisure Planning for Students and Teach- Students can take advantage earn an IB diploma. Sophomore time senior year.” ers” distributed yearly by the high of all of these options over the Sarina Tassone commented, “I In order to receive an IB school. The packet lists all of the course of their high school career. don’t know whether or not to go diploma, one must take six IB courses that the school offers, as Seniors may be the ones for the diploma. It’s a lot of work courses, write a 4,000-word es- well as a brief description of what waiting with bated breath at the and I’m not sure whether it’s say and take an elective course the course entails. It also gives a mailbox, but current sophomores better to do other classes and called The Theory of Knowledge. detailed, easy-to-read explana- are also facing difficult deci- receive high averages or go for The six IB courses must include tion of what the IB program is and sions with regard to next year. the diploma and receive lower three HL (high level) courses and how it can help you to succeed. A student’s junior year perfor- averages.” Sophomore Taylor three SL (standard level) courses. Educating yourself about your \ Friedwald says, “I’ve heard that The HL courses are two-year options is the best way to ensure whether he or she is accepted to when you apply to colleges the courses, while the SL courses that the choices you make will be college, and everybody knows it. only thing about IB that they will last only one-year. right for you.

Husky Herald - Page 10 TGIF, it’s A-109!

Jamie DeRosa Staff Writer

Going to Harrison High ready. Recently the Husky Herald wrap the food.” make,” says freshman Jake Levy. School comes with many ben- discussed the phenomenon that “Café A109 has been “I think it’s very underrated. I al- efits: among them are great is Café A109 with Mrs. Lore and around for seven years now,” ways go as soon as A109 opens teachers, a bounty of after school Mrs. Smith. said Mrs. Lore. “We normally to get some.” activities, and much more. But The thing to re- when it comes to Fridays, the member is that each week is a process of others is Café A109, or rather the preparation. delicious treats that are cooked “Tuesdays are up there. when we start to pre- Cafe A 109 has become pare,” said Mrs. Lore. famous amongst Harrison High “Every other Tuesday, students and for good reason. It we take trips to Costco has become yet another reason and Stop N’Shop to get to love Fridays, for that is the all the necessary sup- day the students of A109 bring plies we need. Students their excellent work to the rest help out with the shop- of the school, the day when the ping and are assigned Café provides HHS students and 8" helps teach them bud- baked goods. geting and money skills. Throughout the week, We’ll use the money those who happen past room made from the previous A109 are often greeted with the Friday to buy the sup- enticing aromas of baking and plies we need.” cooking underway. That’s the Once the ingre- students hard at work, preparing dients have been ob- for Friday’s rush. There always tained, the next step Junior Chris D’Antona goes for a brownie. Courtesy of Christie Suozzo is a line of students each Friday occurs. morning, eagerly awaiting the “Baking begins Thurs- make around 140 brownies for “The food they make is de- famous A109 brownies. Hungry days,” said Mrs. Smith. “The each Friday morning, unless it is licious,” according to sophomore students line up at the classroom students go through two periods a brownie bash -- in which case, Kim Conigliaro. “It’s no surprise from the time as it opens early in of academics and then we begin we make over 200 brownies.” that they keep people coming the morning and the pace keeps the baking process. The students It’s not unusual for the back each week.” brownies to sell out, You’ll be hard pressed to since it is the most popular item. Re- by Café A109 and its savory of- cently, the Café has ferings. It is one of the greatest, expanded its menu, yet often unsung perks of the offering soups and HHS experience. Students who even Irish soda bread are regular customers of the in conjunction with St. Café should be grateful such a Patrick’s Day. program exists. For the students “The students involved in the program, it’s a involved with Café 109 great, practical hands-on way learn and practice a lot for them to work together and of life skills,” explained have fun, yet also learn important Mrs. Lore. “It teaches skills. Class aid Marie Rizzo com- them money skills, mented, “Our students enjoy it im- socialization as well mensely. They enjoy interacting as math. I think it’s a with the students who come to great thing for these * students to be a part and very successful. We appreci- of.” ate everyone’s business!” “The brownies are just awesome. Courtesy of Christie Suozzo I love the aroma up for most of the morning. The are now much more independent too,” said junior Mike DeFonce. key to Café A109’s success is when it comes to the baking. “When I go into A109, everyone in the teamwork. Everyone has They work with less adult assis- is always in a good mood.” a role to play and each lends a tance. Some students will help “My personal favorite part big hand in getting everything with the cooking while others will of A109 is the iced tea they

Husky Herald - Page 11 “Smut” list causes strife

Sarah Mazza and Hunter Sable Staff Writers

Who knew in that just one the list illustrates cyber- day an epidemic could start bullying of the highest or- across two states? What started der. Cyber-bullying occurs in Greenwich one morning esca- when a teen is threatened, lated until it was on the state-wide harassed, humiliated, em- news by that same evening. The barrassed or otherwise epidemic was the “Smut” List, targeted by another teen released March 15, 2011. using the Internet or other The “Smut” list is a list of digital device. Such bully- mainly girls (along with a few ing and cyber-bullying has { been the cause of many list is ranked supposedly by teen suicides before, and The scene of the “smut” list controversy. Courtesy Harrison Central School District “the most promiscuous” in each authorities moved quickly were involved in doing it, you de- comfort from one of our social school in Westchester County on this matter to try and prevent serve the consequences that are workers, guidance counselors, and Greenwich, CT. The list such things from happening here coming to you,” Dr. Ruck stated. or administrators. This gives our ranks young teenage girls, aged in Westchester over these cyber- “I can tell you, if it is someone in students someone to talk to, lets %(%) bullying lists. this school, we will press charges them know they aren’t in this and also by their alleged sexual “Its messed up,” said soph- to the fullest extent” alone.” encounters. omore Bobby Scatenato. “I just “It’s so stupid,” said senior “Certainly if we find out A mysterious culprit sent feel bad for the girls that don’t Tiffany Reyes. “People base it off as an administration that our out a broadcast BBM (BlackBerry deserve to be put on it.” of rumors, one party, or one night students here at Harrison High Message) prompting others to “It has to be pretty de- where you just had a lot of fun.” School are actively participating, add onto this “Smut” list. By the pressing for the girls that were put “Whoever made this list we will take appropriate action time the last bell had rung at 2:30 on this list,” said junior Cameron should have kept it to them- as a school system,” he assured. p.m., the list had grown consider- Ganis. “I don’t know how I would selves,” added freshman Paige “We can’t control what other ably longer and was the buzz of react if I was a girl and I was on it.” Brabant. “It is incredibly rude and people do, but we can control every school in the area. This list holds the potential you should address someone in how we as a school react to it. The same day the mes- for those named to be ridiculed person if you have something It’s important for students to know sage was broadcast, it reached and hurt, and to have their reputa- inappropriate to say.” that they are not in this alone; we the ultimate social hotspot: Face- tions ruined. Many of the girls on “I think this list is horrible,” are here to be 100 percent sup- book. That night, the page “West- the list have since had to change said High School science teacher portive and give help to anyone chester Smut List” was created, their names on Facebook to avoid !@ O that needs it.” containing the list that was sent taunting offensive remarks from what I have heard, girls that The controversy around out through BBM, along with mul- others, along with friend requests were on the list were made very the list hung in the air for a week tiple wall posts from teens across from random guys who believe upset by it. People were crying or two. However, now that some the County. Within 24 hours of its these alleged “smuts” can easily and lots of tears flowed when time has passed, the larger creation, the page received more be taken advantage of. This has this list came out. Anyone on a controversy surrounding the list than 7,000 “likes.” lead to some emotional distress, list like that would feel hurt and appears to have died down some, %)8 " disrespected.” and people have begun to forget old from Yonkers admitted to to assure it wouldn’t escalate Harrison High School As- about this “smut” list. creating the Facebook page and further. sistant Principal, Mr. Lawrence Thankfully, no one in posting the list on the site. This local story even made Mastrota, agrees. the school community is being “I got tired of all of my it to NBC’s Today Show, along “I personally think it is very thought of any differently simply friends asking me to forward the with other major news networks, unfortunate and disappointing because someone has put their message to them,” said Sano, “so showing how fast this story es- that a person or a group of people name on a list, and life at Harrison I just created the Facebook page calated. A Harrison parent was would put people’s names out High school has returned to nor- to make it easier.” Sano admitted interviewed on the Today Show, there regardless of whether they mal. However, this story leaves this on a post to the Facebook speaking candidly about her know them or not. Even to imply us with a lesson to be learned page of Zedalza New York (a daughter being victimized on the such things is inappropriate. To for these modern times. The group of young entrepreneurs “smut” list. me, it’s just despicable. Thank- accessibility of the internet and that webcast every week from “Whoever did this was fully for Harrison High School it cell phones has taken bullying to Port Chester). sick,” the mother noted. “No one hasn’t disturbed us to the point dramatic new heights. It is up to There are still questions has the right to make up a list of where there have been fights each of us to act responsibly with regarding who created the origi- supposedly the most promiscu- over it, but I know that people what we do with such technology nal list and who sent out the ous girls in Westchester high moving forward. messages, as well as to why it schools.” were on the list, and I completely Ultimately, the big question was done. What could possibly Even our principal, Dr. understand that.” remains as to who started this list have motivated anyone to write Ruck, was interviewed on Fox “Our goal at Harrison is to and why. But more importantly, such a degrading list? News where he said there is a support all of our students,” he we have learned how vulnerable With President Obama zero tolerance policy for cyber noted. “If they are upset by their we all are to the possibility of such stressing bullying as a major bullying in Harrison High school. name being on such a list, we cyber-bullying. problem for the youth of America, “‘For any youngster that ask that they seek out help and Husky Herald - Page 12 The problem with Playland

Sam Mandell Staff Writer

~ &) X in New Zealand and England versa. This reporter would prefer Playland more of an attraction to New York, there was a meeting and France, was tapped to con- more wooden roller coasters. This people out of town.” asking a lot of little kids how they struct, operate and manage would be a perfect complement to Playland’s food offerings think the county-owned Playland Playland. Shortly after Labor Day, one of the current historic coast- are also an issue. The only food amusement park can get bet- 1927, over 1,000 men began ers, the historic Dragon Coaster. Playland offers now are fast food Courtesy of Ade Rose the construction project. The But overall, the park needs speed restaurants like Subway, Burger Playland to become a place that in its rides. King, McDonald’s and more. everyone knows, both inside and opened on Mary The park What Playland should do is get outside of Westchester County. &’%Q&) currently of- better food – not necessarily About 50 elementary and middle So what’s fers Super gourmet offerings - just better school students attended this so different about Flight, but to than it has now. There’s also a meeting, sharing their many Playland from Courtesy of Christie Suozzo attract more need for more and better seating thoughts about how to make other amusement parks? Well, visitors, they should acquire roller areas. If Playland truly wants to Playland better. for one thing, other amusement coasters similar to Batman, Roll- get better, then it should provide Now entering its eighth parks have new equipment that ing Thunder, and The American more than the few benches cur- decade, PlaylandR &)' ! Scream Machine. rently available. were once thought to be the fault with other aspects of the cur- Yes, families can enjoy Many of us here at the jewel in the crown of Westches- rent park – stating it should have time walking on the charming high school have good memories ter’s park system. In 1927, the better food and more places to sit art deco boardwalk or playing from visiting Playland’s Kiddyland County hired the Walker and Gil- down. But in the end, the most mini-golf, or even sitting on the when they were young. Now @‘ important aspect of any amuse- same bench that Tom Hanks many of the rides from years ago masterpiece (as the only Art Deco ment park is its rides. Playland sat on for the movie Big. But to are gone. amusement park in America, only has two actual roller coast- ensure the park’s survival, the “They should get the seal Playland is on the National Reg- ers and two water rides. This Country should do something to ride back because it was the ister of Historic Places). The falls short of almost every other improve the quality and quantity best ride,” said freshman Olivia original design included picnic amusement park, places that of the rides. Pagano. areas, restaurants, three ice- feature a wide variety of thrilling “They need to make the In life, many things are skating rinks, a swimming pool, rides which visitors enjoy riding rides higher and faster,” noted easier said than done. While it is two beaches featuring just less time after time after time. freshmen Kyle Lefkowitz. good to suggest and hope that )''' To stay competitive, Play- “Today’s Playland thrilling amusement rides. land needs to expand the variety with very old and dirty equip- fact of the matter is that Playland Two other amusement of its rides, and just get all around ment,” observed fellow freshman has no money. So while all these parks, Rye Beach and Para- better, more exciting and more Brandon Merluccio. “Some of are great suggestions, if Playland dise Park, were razed to create intense rides. It has to expand its the lights don’t even work and has no money; it will be very the current Playland. Frank W. creativity to more of a Six Flags are very dark. What the park Darling, who had experience level. If a ride isn’t fast, at least it should do is get new equipment some of these suggestions. constructing amusement parks should have more loops, and vice and clean everything up to make Fake blueberry blues

Lindsey Barnett Staff Writer Many popular breakfast berries has sparked controversy. blueberry chunklets. much where their blue- foods contain blueberries as a Anti-chunklet critics believe that Blueberries, un- berries come from. supplemental ingredient. But if if anything in a product’s pack- like blueberry chunklets, Junior Alexandra Pa- you are one of those people who aging or advertising suggests are rich in antioxidants, onetti commented, can’t get enough of blueberry that it contains blueberries, it ] “I’ve been eating Bet- \  must contain the actual fruit. do Americans really care Courtesy of ty Crocker blueberry berries in your breakfast are not But representatives for General about whether their blue- Christie Suozzo products for a while what they appear. Mills, Betty Crocker, and Kellog’s, berries are the real deal? A sur- now and nothing bad has hap- When you bite into a pre- the three companies known to vey taken during lunch periods re- pened to me.” And it is true, packaged blueberry muffin, or use blueberry chunklets in their vealed that six out of ten Harrison the oils and sugars in blueberry a cereal with blueberry bits, products, argue that it is permis- High School students eat from the chunklets are not life threatening. chances are that what you are sible to mislead the consumer, brands stated above. Seven out The issue here is false advertis- you really eating are blueberry as long as the truth is exposed of ten students stated that they ing. chunklets: an artificial product in the nutrition facts. Boxes of would not eat the companies’ Blueberry chunklets may made from a combination of Kellogg’s Frosted Mini Wheat’s, blueberry flavored products if not be the end of the world, but oils, dyes, and sugars. Sounds for example, feature pictures of they knew the truth about their this effort of companies to con- yummy, right? blueberries on the box, but the ingredients. ceal the truth about their products The substitution of blue- nutrition information on the back However, there are some begs the question, what else is berry chunklets for actual blue- indicates that the cereal contains who don’t seem to care all that being kept under wraps? Husky Herald - Page 13 Energy in a can: What you don’t know can hurt you

Amy Carton News Editor

You know the names: Marketing Strategies Red Bull, Monster, Rock Star, Full Throttle. In the past, energy drinks Energy drinks are be- were marketed for adults be- coming more and more popu- %) ‡' lar every day. What’s driving Recently, however, drink manu- the controversy isn’t so much facturers have targeted a younger the content of these drinks, but audience. When Red Bull was rather the individuals who are @ consuming them. According to %Q)†" Courtesy of Christie Suozzo a recent study conducted by popularity through advertising and fantasy worlds, drinks like online journal Pediatrics, 30 and attractive slogans such as “Mania,” “Power Up,” or “Sonic and kola nut all contain additional 'ƒ “Speed in a can” and “Red Bull Boom” tout better coordination amounts of caffeine, adding to the energy drinks on a daily ba- gives you wings.” Because of its and focus. And for those intrigued already hazardous concentra- sis, despite safety warnings promise to boost energy levels by the stimulant effects of Co- tions. When alcohol is added to clearly displayed on the labels. for extended periods of time, the caine, the drink “Cocaine” simu- theses caffeinated energy drinks Although the FDA requires that drink gained popularity world- lates a drug high with burning in (such as FourLoko), the risk of labels be included on all bever- wide, becoming one of the top en- the back of the throat. Even the toxicity increases. ages, many consumers, espe- ergy drinks in the US and abroad. font on the can label resembles cially teenagers, do not take the With such an exponential growth powdered cocaine. Unique, ec- What Attracts Teens to Energy time to read them. Hazardous in consumption, other drink com- centric names, bright colors and Drinks? ingredients and health warnings panies expanded their marketing fonts, bold graphics, and online go unheeded by unsuspecting strategies to ensnare younger advertisements on social net- Marketing for these energy teens. Without reading the nu- audiences. Targeted consumers working sites all compel teenag- drinks promises increased stami- trition labels, many consumers became the building blocks for ers to purchase the drinks. While na, weight loss, improved energy, simply assume that the drinks advertisements. Initially when such strategies have resulted in a better athletic performance, and are healthy and safe, leading to dramatic increase in sales, what increased concentration. But overconsumption and potentially their main audience was extreme- is the health cost for teens? what is the reality from a health dangerous outcomes. sport competitors. For people standpoint? involved in sports such as dirt What’s in the can? “Energy Drinks have made biking, snowboarding and other it their business to appeal to kids, x-game events, energy drinks Despite companies’ teens and young adults - Who provided the athletes with the in- claims that their products contain wouldn’t be attracted to them?” stant adrenaline rush necessary healthy, safe ingredients, en- said HHS health teacher Mrs. to attempt crazy and dangerous ergy drinks are full of threatening Zanot. “The companies pursue stunts. While extreme-sport ath- supplements, vitamins, and most all sub-groups of young people letes continue to remain a primary of all, excessive amounts of caf- [- focus of energy drink manufactur- feine. These drinks are catego- treme athletes and party-goers, ers, other audiences, including rized as nutritional supplements, to gamers and illegal drug users... bookworms, women, and drug- meaning that manufacturers do they’ve left no stone unturned. seeking partiers now comprise not have to abide by FDA regu- So it’s not surprising that so many a large portion of energy drink lations regarding the amount of teens would gravitate towards consumers. With slight changes caffeine per drink. Unlike sports these drinks that are “edgier” in advertising and marketing \ than juice or soda, but still legal. strategies, energy drinks have energy drinks are comprised The aggressive advertising and gained support from celebrities, mostly of caffeine. In fact, the unhealthy ingredients (enormous athletes, and ordinary people. majority of energy drinks contain quantities of sugar, caffeine, and For academically inclined stu- †')' herbal stimulants) just go to show dents, drinks such as “Nerd” and that Energy Drink companies “Brain TonIQ” promise to provide times the amount of caffeine in a want to make lots of money, and “the energy and concentration single can of soda. This caffeine don’t really care at all about your needed to improve academic comes from various supplements health. My goal as a Health performance.” For those less in addition to natural sources. teacher is to “call out” the scam interested in academic studies Courtesy of Christie Suozzo Additional stimulants such as BEFORE my students get ad- but more interested in gaming guarana, taurine, yerba mate dicted to the products.”

Husky Herald - Page 14 Egypt leads; Ethiopia’s Tomorrow will others follow? brings hope today

Clarissa Karantzis Helina Dawit Staff Writer Staff Writer Almost everyone has on the rallies and events. After According to indexmundi. then came to the United States. heard about the horrors cur- viewing the devastating pictures ‡)†ƒ”R- Still considering the nuns and rently taking place in the Middle and videos of the internal chaos tion is living under the poverty line. priests who ran the orphanage East and Africa. Demonstrations, on the internet, even more Egyp- This means that 217,960,526 as her parents, Emmy kept Abune rebellions, rallies, and cries for tians began organizing meeting people in Ethiopia are suffering Andreas close to her heart. freedom have all been shut down places. daily. A great majority of these Considering the way she was and many people are wondering Egypt isn’t the only coun- people are located in rural areas raised, she had always wanted what happened to these early try in turmoil, however. Tunisia of the country, making it even to adopt an orphan child of her civilizations that were once so was the first nation to erupt, harder to get them the necessary &'') advanced and organized. with a January 14 rebellion that supplies and support. Poverty is ” The demonstrations in resulted in dictatorial President passed down from generation to in 20 years. When visiting, she Egypt started in February 2011 Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali stepping generation there as part of what adoped her three-year-old boy, when thousands of Egyptians down. Libya followed fast on the seems an endless cycle. The Jason Belay. rallied to change their govern- heels of Egypt and Tunisia after parents are unable to pay for the “I’ve never been there, ment and dethrone their ruler of with an outbreak of riots. Like the material and fees to send their but I know it’s a poor third world 30 years Hosni Mubarak. The Egyptian’s desire to overthrow kids to school, so instead the country and the things Emmy is protests quickly morphed into a Mubarak, the Libyan natives children work on the family farm doing will at least change one state of civil war. looked to make their leader of or business from a young age. person’s life,” said freshman To organize and gather 40 years, Muammar Gaddafi Kids and adults alike are starving Meghan Molloy. supporters for their rallies, the step down from office. Unlike and freezing in Ethiopia now, but Growing up in an orphan- Egyptians used modern social Mubarak, who ultimately stepped a new organization seeks to offer age gave Emmy Mischel a dif- media sites like Facebook and down as ruler, Gaddafi insists assistance. ferent outlook on the world. She Twitter. Because of this, Mubarak Ethiopia’s Tomorrow is appreciated every little thing she cut off the entire country’s cell and he is following through on a non-profit organization that had and wanted to give back to phone and internet services for his promise. He ordered merce- supports children from Abune those who helped her. In March a few days. Believing that this naries to shoot the people, who Andreas Orphanage in Dire of 2010, she started Ethiopia’s would intercept the call to join the - Dawa, Ethiopia, by providing Tomorrow. demonstrations, Mubarak did not ing machine guns at overhead • According to the organiza- airplanes. Thousands of Libyans kits, vitamins, over the counter tion’s website, a fateful accident By cutting off all communication, have died so far, and the num- medicines) and school supplies. played a part in things as well. he also interrupted communica- bers keep increasing. The entire The organization was “After coming the previous tions between security forces by Emmebeth Mischel, who was year to adopt my son, I was vol- and the ministry, making people spreading rapidly, and the streets raised in that same orphanage unteering when I got into a car ac- worldwide more interested in are covered with corpses of in- after being given up by her then cident,” said Ms. Mischel. “When what was happening. People nocent protestors who were killed teenaged mom. Today, Ethiopia’s they took me to the hospital, I no- from around the world started “R ticed the lack of medical supplies travelling to Egypt to observe the The protests are continu- supplies for the orphanage, and to treat my injuries as well as all chaos and disorganization, re- ing to spread and have surfaced also pays the necessary educa- the little children who were there sulting in a greater spark. Videos, in places like Algeria, Bahrain and tional fees for children orphaned needing help. I decided to create pictures, and additional informa- Yemen, where civilians are being by death or poverty. Through do- Ethiopia’s Tomorrow to help these tion began swarming Twitter , nations from generous individuals kids. I didn’t do it just to help them YouTube and Facebook walls, Freshman Kendra Des- and the support of her family, medically, but educationally and providing updated newsfeeds champs says “I feel as though Ms. Mischel is able to educate, nutritionally too.” they (Libya) have seen the ac- medicate, and feed the orphans Emmy Mischel and her complishments of the democratic of Abune Andreas. organization have been rais- government and the efforts in Emmebeth “Emmy” ing money and sending critical Egypt persuaded them to take Mischel was brought to Abune supplies in order to keep the 41 action themselves. I think the Andreas when she was three kids they now support healthy, situation in Libya will be resolved days old by her teen mom. She educated, and happy. All this quickly due to the high demands was the youngest baby at the remains possible the generous for oil.” orphanage, but her mother’s donations received by sponsors. We take for granted the age and living conditions made For as little as $15 a month, right to vote and freedom of it impossible to support her new you can sponsor a child, or any speech, when other countries child. Living in Abune Andreas donation (even a single dollar) is are struggling to gain those basic till she was 15 years old, Emmy welcomed. For more informa- rights. It makes you realize that then was taken from Dire Dawa tion on how you can help, go to freedom is not alway a given, and to live with her grandfather. When ethiopiastomorrow.org and make it makes you thankful that we live she graduated high school at a difference in the life of a child. Ousted ruler Hosni Mubarak. in the land of the free. %) Courtesy of Most Important News meet her true birth mother and Husky Herald - Page 15 Quake raises nuclear concerns

Clarissa Karantzis Staff Writer On March 11, 2011, Japan due to an extreme power surge. were to encountered a horrible disaster. Following a string of explosions, explode, The country was hit by one of the highly radioactive material was it could strongest earthquakes in history. # cause in- ")Q Reactor 4 continued to burn until compara- the Richter scale. This devastat- !%'%Q)’ ble dam- ing earthquake triggered a 23- the fire was out, the disaster age to a foot tsunami, which soon followed wasn’t over. The cloud of radio- densely after. People watched as their active smoke stretched as far as populated houses, cars, and possessions Western Soviet Union, Eastern, area. Lo- were swept away by the great Western, and Northern Europe. cated just wave. But to top it all off, Japan Most affected areas were Be- 24 miles was faced with the worst possible larus, Russia, and Ukraine. The from the @[ news: the nuclear power plant in death rate connected with the Bronx, Courtesy of Guardian UK American team of advisers is Fukushima exploded. Chernobyl disaster was never there are approximately 20 mil- already in Fukushima to assist in This disaster is not going an exact number, because the lion people living within a 50-mile any way possible. The severity of to resolve soon. It will affect Ja- long term effects, like cancer, radius of the plant. Indian Point the crisis has been raised from a pan for a long time. The amount deformities, and disorders of is said to be able to withstand an 4 to 5 (on a 7-point Nuclear Event of radiation in the country right muscle, bone, and digestive earthquake that measures a 6.1 Scale) by Japan’s nuclear safety now is tremendous, and it is af- system affected a generation on the Richter Scale. Although we authority. Chernobyl was a 7. fecting thousands of people. For that was not yet born. According aren’t expected to get such a se- The disaster in Japan is example, the radiation is affecting to a report by the United Nations vere earthquake, Japan’s quake affecting the U.S. as well. There the water in Japan. According to Chernobyl Forum Expert Group was unexpected too. Governor has been an increased amount www.pisqa.com, there is twice and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Andrew Cuomo stated on March of radioactive iodine found in the amount of radioactive iodine Commission, an estimated 4,000 16 that “Indian Point should be the rain water in Massachusetts. in the tap water than what is con- to 10,0000 cancer-related deaths closed, that its proximity to the Although sidered safe for children. Even will occur in that region over the city was this just washing a fruit or vegetable next 70 years. never a amount with tap water could contaminate Indian Point, our local nu- good risk.” will not the food. There has also been clear power plant, is located in Ac- harm radioactivity found in raw milk Buchanan, NY. Many are wonder- cording to any citi- and some vegetables. This con- ing now about its close proximity. ~ zens, it tamination could affect thousands Indian Point’s Reactor Three was the Nuclear is still of people, especially infants. The rated number one by the Nuclear Regulatory a con- U.S. government alerted U.S. citi- Regulatory Commission as most Commis- cern that zens living within 50 miles of the likely to sustain damage from an sion, In- needs to plant to evacuate. The death rate earthquake, according to Peek- dian Point be ad- from the earthquake and tsunami skill.Patch.com. This is because is safe and dressed, has surpassed 10,000, with over this nuclear power plant is located the risk of Indian Point has many concerned. Courtesy of Treehugger as it 17,000 people missing, according right on top of two fault lines in the an earthquake in the Northeast shows the magnitude of this to Japan’s national police agency. Ramapo Seismic Zone. is low. However, the plant is one nuclear disaster. A similar explosion hap- With a risk of an earth- of 17 that has to reassess and Harrison High School is pened in Russia. On April 26, quake, there is much controversy review seismic issues. Even with doing a lot to help Japan. On %Q)’- over whether Indian Point is in a a low chance of an earthquake of March 25, the school asked the yl Nuclear Power Plant exploded, safe location. If the nuclear plant this magnitude ever hitting New students to wear red in honor of York, what could happen as a those who were devastated by result is devastating. the disaster in Japan. The Lit- “I think Indian Point is erature Club currently is calling all students to “Read for Japan.” situation in Japan has made us Freshman Stepheny Or- more aware of the safety issues donez, a member of the literature of Indian Point,” says ninth grade club, says “Find sponsors who biology teacher Mrs. Wilson. will pay you for your reading, “More precautions may have and that way, you will be able to to be taken in order to avoid raise money for Japan.” Every anything as terrible as what is charitable gesture, no matter happening in Japan right now.” how small, can add up to a major The Fukushima Dai-Ichi relief effort. nuclear plant may have to be buried in concrete in order to contain the radiation, Japanese The damaged reactor. Courtesy of the New York Times engineers acknowledged. An Husky Herald - Page 16 TOMS puts best foot forward Jessica Olivier Staff Writer

How would you feel if you skin. Shoes prevent invites for participants shoes and, at the same time, give bought a pair of shoes and knew these diseases and among your friends them away.” that another pair was going to the long-term harm on Facebook -- it’s to “It’s very generous what someone who doesn’t have the they cause. Wearing support a good cause. Blake Mycoskie has done with his advantage of having any shoes at shoes also prevents TreeHugger business and how it has impacted all? TOMS Shoes does just that. cuts and sores, pain- Courtesy of Treehugger Radio recently inter- kids all over the world,” noted When you a buy a pair of shoes, ful injuries that can viewed TOMS founder freshman Meghan Molloy. “I can’t another pair is guaranteed to go be dangerous when wounds get Blake Mycoskie to determine the imagine myself without shoes.” to someone in a country where difference that TOMS brings to “I really like TOMS Shoes shoes are needed, places like TOMS gives children shoes is the shoe business. and want to buy a pair, especially South Africa, Haiti, Cambodia, or that quite often children can’t “TOMS is really simple,” since they send a pair to some- one of twenty others. attend school, as shoes are a he said. “For every pair of shoes one who doesn’t have shoes,” In many developing coun- required part of their uniform. If that we sell, we also give a pair said fellow freshman Helina tries, children grow up barefoot. they don’t go to school, they can’t away to a child somewhere in the Dawit. “That’s really generous But with the help of a cause like realize their potential. world that doesn’t have shoes. and more businesses should One for One, shoes are being TOMS Shoes sponsors It really came from an idea that participate in ‘One for One.’” put on children’s feet. As of Sep- an annual event called “One I had when I met some children The TOMS mission has tember 2010, over one million Day without Shoes.” The point down in Argentina a couple of attracted other brands to join in. pairs of new shoes were given of the event is to not wear shoes years ago that didn’t have shoes. Some, such as Ralph Lauren to children through TOMS and for an entire day. This year that I wanted to give them shoes, but and Element Skateboards, are Giving Partners around the world. specific day was April 5. By I didn’t just want to give them actively collaborating with TOMS The primary reason why participating in this event, people shoes once. And I didn’t want to shoes. The impact of this has TOMS Shoes gives to these can experience exactly what it’s start a charity, because I had no \ children is because of the severe like to not have shoes on one’s background in charities.” a positive way. Maybe it’s how risk of diseases and injuries when feet and the dangers that can “I decided to use my entre- organic and fresh the shoes are children don’t wear shoes for ex- occur from it. This event can be preneurial background and cre- or maybe it’s just because of the tensive amounts of time. There done anywhere and everywhere. ate a business model that would One for One Movement…either are soil-transmitted diseases In fact, you can create your own give one-for-one,” he said, “so we way, people love TOMS shoes. that can penetrate a foot’s bare localized event and send out could build a business by selling SAT = Stressing About Testing Matt Cysner Staff Writer Many of us here at the is being able to work quickly and tion wrong in a section and still many colleges do not even look high school feel the pressure of accurately. If you take your time receive a perfect score. Also, at the writing score. They break the college process. Whether it to increase your accuracy, then you can get a perfect score on the score down into just the read- is in class or preparing for the ] the writing without a perfect score ing and math sections, accepting standardized tests, stress is con- you rush through the test, then on the essay. students on their performance out stantly building up in almost every your accuracy will go down. The The national average on of those 1600 points alone. Re- single student’s life. The SAT is a the SAT is a 1500 out of 2400; member, colleges do not use the task that is extremely overwhelm- the balance between speed and 500 on each section. Harrison @#- ing. Most students subscribe to accuracy. However, this balance High School comes in statistically plicants. It is used as part of the the thinking that if they do not above the national average with application process, along with get a perfect score, then they will than it sounds. %’‡) ‡( several other factors including not get into the college of their The perfect score is on critical reading, 565 on math, grade point average, the college choice. This is not true. The fact achieved by very few people out and 540 on writing. Harrison essay, recommendation letters, is, statistically, that approximately of the hundreds of thousands High School junior Emma Adler activities, and more. Some only 100 people per test receive a that take the exam. The test received a perfect score on the schools are trending away from perfect score on their SAT exam. consists of three sections: math, March 2011 exam. This is the using SAT scores as a decisive According to newsmax.com, only writing, and critical reading. The \ factor. Rather, some colleges use 107 received a perfect score on writing section includes multiple several years. the recent March 2011 exam. choice questions and an essay However, many critics large pool of applicants. The test itself is extremely that is factored into your overall contend that the SAT test itself For those of you that are difficult because it tests your score. In theory, to get a perfect \* very stressed by the SAT, relax, knowledge and it also makes you score, you would need to get it is not the biggest test that you rush to complete it. Part of the every single math question right, year of college, but it is not very will take in your life. Prepare ap- strategy of taking the test is just every critical reading question accurate. Many outside studies propriately and try your best, you "- right, and every writing question have proven that the writing sec- may be surprised by your score. tions within the time limit. For right. However, this varies from tion is the best predictor of how many people, the content itself is test to test. On some tests, you well a student might do in his or might be able to get one ques- Husky Herald - Page 17 Double trouble

Sarah Mazza Staff Writer

Many people are misun- lenged for a description of what low sockets. derstood when to comes to some- she could do with her body she What does A double-jointed elbow. one being double jointed. Being stated that, “We are four little girls it mean to be hy- Courtesy of Christie Suozzo double jointed implies that you who fold and bend our bodies”. permobile? People with abnormal for Ehlers Danlos Syndrome actually have twice the number Not everyone has the \[#- include loose joints, fragile blood of joints as the average person. same flexibility as these con- ered to have Hypermobility, which vessels, abnormal scar formation Being double jointed could also tortionists but some off the less simply means their joints are able and wound healing, stretchy skin, mean that you have double the double-jointed people can simply to bend farther than normal. and bruises easily. There are range of motion as a normal per- bend their thumbs back until the Is being double-jointed several types of Ehlers Danlos son, but in actuality both of these tip of the thumb is touching their a genetic trait? If parents are Syndrome that range from mild to statements are just really myths. hand. Most people think that double-jointed, their children life threatening. There is no cure, Every human on the planet has people who are double jointed have a better chance of being but according to medicinenet. the same number of bones and over extend their joints, but are \[ com doctors are recommending joints, which all of them have the rather allowing their joints to work more flexible than adults and working out and strengthening same capacity for movement. to their fullest capability; it just are more prone to having looser bones and joints daily. The meaning of being double so happens that their capabil- joints that will end up getting This reporter took the time jointed is actually very simple, but ity is beyond one of the normal tighter as they get older. to interview Olympic gold med- far from what people think. persons. Can being double-jointed alist, Michael Phelps. Michael Being double-jointed So how does one become lead to anything serious? Yes, Phelps is well known in the means that your joints and sur- double jointed? Well the joints are being double-jointed can lead to swimming world for being “the rounding structures, also known like hinges that connect two or illnesses and sometimes even ar- greatest swimmer of all time”, but as ligaments or tendons are just more bones together so they are thritis. The most common illness even Michael has Ehlers Danlos \[] able to move naturally in a par- that people obtain from being Syndrome. “I am different than you are able to twist and stretch ticular direction. Ball-and-socket double-jointed is Ehlers Danlos other swimmers,” says Phelps “I your ligament s to a greater ex- joints however are joints that the Syndrome (EDS). According to am tall and I have what is called tent than the common person. An nlm.nih.gov, a medical informa- a wingspan body shape of almost example of an extremely double- the socket of another. The depth tion website explained that, )'- jointed person is someone who of the persons socket determines EDS is a condition of a group of vantage in the water. I also have works in the circus, the people \[ \[ inherited disorders that weaken double jointed elbows, knees, person will be. People who are connective tissues. Connective shoulders, and ankles, which al- in a box, these people are called extremely double jointed such as tissues are proteins that sup- lows me to hyperextend all of my contortionists. According to wors- the Contortionists have very deep port skin, bones, blood vessels, strokes,” says Phelps. “My stroke leyschool.com, a famous Cirque sockets, where someone who is joints, and other organs and EDS \ de Soleil contortionist, when chal- \[- affects all of those. Symptoms complex for the shoulders. Burn, baby, burn! Alex Psaros Staff Writer The American Academy ers tan in preparation for beach use mainly UVA rays, and offer of Pediatrics wants teenagers season, or just for fun. Many of more “controlled” UV exposure. banned from tanning salons. And these teens are unaware of just However, we know now that UVA they aren’t the only ones. Illinois how risky indoor tanning really is. is a carcinogen, and investiga- and New York are among states The dangers of actual, tions have revealed that tanning considering bills banning anyone outdoor tanning are well known. salons frequently exceed “safe” %) The sun’s UV rays damage epi- UV limits. Most importantly, study The World Health Organization, dermal cells, triggering enzymes after study has shown that indoor the American Academy of Pediat- that race to repair the damage. tanning increases one’s risk of A tanning regular at HHS. rics, and the American Academy However, these enzymes do not contracting both melanoma and Courtesy of Christie Suozzo of Dermatology are also push- always repair the DNA success- non-melanoma skin cancers. even contain sun screen! ing for a ban. John Overstreet, fully. This can lead to mutations There is no such thing as It remains to be seen executive director of the Indoor that increase one’s risk of skin a harmless tan. However, a safe whether or not tanning salons Tanning Association, says he be- cancer. Unprotected sun ex- alternative exists in sunless tan- will be forced to shut their doors lieves the indoor tanning industry posure can also have aesthetic ners. Tanning lotions temporarily to minors. But even if they remain is under assault. repercussions: wrinkles, sag- dye the top layer of skin. These accessible, teens would be well \ ging skin, and skin spots are all tube-tans, which typically fade advised to stay away. An indoor due to the recent surge in popu- associated with sun damage. within a week, produce an effect tan may look good now, but a larity in indoor tanning among Proponents of indoor tanning that can be indistinguishable from couple of weeks on the beach teenage girls. For some, going often advertise indoor tanning an outdoor tan, and come in a is not a worth a lifetime of con- to a tanning salon is a big part as safer than outdoor tanning on variety of tones. Best of all, they sequences. of their senior prom ritual. Oth- the grounds that tanning booths are completely UV free. Some Husky Herald - Page 18 Foster homes for four-footed friends

Rachel Breslin Features Editor

Many people may not be going to spend the rest experience. Also, they when it is appropriate to put the aware of the current situation of its life in your house, will get the training they animal down. When you foster in which most animal shelters, unless of course you choose to need that is not available to them the animal, chances are you will not just the ones in Westchester adopt him or her. When the ani- in shelters. Old animals also ben- never have to decide when the - mal is fostered, the owners are animal has to be put down. When \ given the opportunity to help and because, even though they may a family says good-bye, they because of people not being able not be adopted from their foster know they are sending the animal to afford them. The chances of family, they will not have to spend to a wonderful family where the an animal getting out of a shelter the animal’s personality. — animal can live a happy life. once they arrive are very slim. Foster care is very ben- will spend it instead with actual, There are many programs The shelters therefore are forced * loving people. in Westchester County that of- to turn most animals away, or put staying locked up in a crowded Any type of household fer fostering programs. If you current residents down to make shelter for who knows how long, - are interested in participating, room. Even once animals are in the animal learns important social tering an animal. Newly married please contact them. Two are the shelters, the facilities struggle skills by constantly interacting couples or families with young listed below: to make ends meet. While people with humans and other animals children would be able to learn still can donate money or adopt in a positive environment. Also, what it is like to own a pet before New Rochelle Humane Society, these animals, both of which the animals get all of the attention they fully commit to one. How (914-632-2925) are greatly appreciated by the they could possibly need, instead about a family that just lost a Yonkers Humane Society, Inc. shelters, there is more that can of being neglected in the shelter. loved pet? To cope with the loss, (914-377-6730) be done. For instance, there is No matter how old the they may want to foster a pet to animal foster care. animals are, they will greatly help ease the pain. These are not the only Foster care for an animal appreciate the opportunity to One main similarity be- shelters in Westchester County is very similar to adopting. Just stay with a family. Sadly, there tween adoption and fostering is that offer fostering programs. like when you adopt, the animal are some animals that go into saying good-bye to the animal. lives in your household and you shelters as babies and never No matter the situation, saying they offer similar fostering op- do have to pay for food and medi- come out, which is why puppies good-bye is hard, but when you portunities. Even if they don’t, cal needs. One main difference are great for fostering because own the pet, unless nature takes they most likely can refer you to is that this animal is probably not its course, you will have to decide another shelter that does. MoCo grabs UPenn honors (Continued from Front Page) nent seat on the UN Security in committee and freshman Ben success. Asked to comment O Council. In the Green House, a Adler won a gavel, making him on their record-shattering take, conference ever where we were bill to legalize medicinal heroin Vice President Zach Mandell considerably better than most of was discussed. Closing ceremo- so in the history of Harri- the other delegations. We won nies began at noon in Irvine Hall. son High Model Congress. so many awards that it became Following closing remarks deliv- In the Red House, Sam borderline obnoxious. The whole ered by members of the Univer- Colangelo, also a fresh- experience was absolutely in- sity of Pennsylvania Model Con- man, won an honorable credible, and I am extremely glad gress came the presentation of mention in his committee. that I had the opportunity to be a awards. The Harrison delegation In the Red Senate, junior part of it.” waited with bated breath as the Angela Troia and sopho- As the Harrison delegates award winners were announced more Hayley Kronthal both clambered onto the bus which for each committee. won honorable mentions would return them to New York, In the Blue House, sopho- in committee. Rounding clutching plastic bags heavy with more Thomas Lovinger won a out the accolades was Ra- snacks for the ride, the mood best in committee gavel, sopho- jan Mehra, who received couldn’t have been better. The more Lauren Jacobowitz re- an honorable mention Harrison High School Model ceived an honorable mention, in Special Programs for Congress’s 2010 to 2011 season and junior Robby Tiburzi took out- his work in the Executive may have come to an end, but if standing delegate in full session. Branch as well as in the their success at the University of In the Blue Senate, junior Juuli National Security Council. Pennsylvania is any indication, Huutunen won a gavel, and junior Given the number there will be much more to say Jacob Tempkin earned an honor- of delegations and level for the club in the years to come. able mention in his committee of competition at the con- as well as in full session. In the ference, the Harrison del- Green House, junior Lexi Ruben- egation was stunned and Freshman phenom Ben Adler brings home a gavel. stein won an honorable mention elated at their enormous Courtesy of Ms. Makarczuk Husky Herald - Page 19 opinion editorials& It’s All About the Grades

Izzy Sheck News Editor School used to be about but when push comes to shove If a student isn’t the best learning. Now, the only thing that your work still needs a grade. It athlete, but comes to class seems to matter in high school prepared and participates is grades. This is something that that might not work because no to the best of their ability, a lot of people accept, but why matter how many times teachers he or she can receive the grades are so important in a stu- stress that students shouldn’t same grade as the starting dent’s life? The bottom line is that worry about their grade, a student quarterback. grades are the most important has to worry. The way things work Art classes in particu- Courtesy of Christie Suozzo factor in the college application currently creates an environment lar should be assessed dif- of grade grubbing that goes on process. This is a fact of life which where creativity and bravery are ferently, because what constitues in the school, as the level of has some awful consequences. art is different for everyone. You competiveness would neces- Many students are reluctant to mighty GPA. Students should be could either love a piece of art sarily decrease. The number of explore their talents and try new graded on the effort of their work or hate it, depending on your students suffering from anxiety things out of fear that if they take in elective classes, not the quality. persoanl taste. It just doesn’t over grades would also go down. a chance on a class they are This is especially true in art class- make sense to grade some- School is the main source unsure of their abilities in, their es, where a student could try as a one’s artwork the same way you of stress for many students, and grades will suffer. hard as possible and still not get would a test or an essay. In all the pressure only increases as In most high schools, so a good grade simply because he classes where it is impossible for the college admissions process called elective classes like art, or she is not a gifted artist! On the a teacher to be objective, a pass/ begins. In a perfect world, college band, photography and workshop other hand, a natural artist could fail type system should be used. admissons officers would see give students an opportunity to put a minimal amount of effort into Unfortunately, this style of grad- the amount of effort an applicant try their hand at a new skill and the class and still get a perfect ing is rarely seen in high schools. put into a class. But the fact of stretch their boundaries. The grade just because of their innate There are some teach- the matter is they don’t. Using a problem with electives is that, talent. For the student who is ers in this school who get angry more objective method to grade just like academic classes, at the naturally gifted, whether at art or with students who “grade grub.” students in elective classes would end of each quarter you receive writing or music, taking chances This occurs most frequently with give students more freedom to a grade that goes on your report is a whole lot easier than for the students who are in advanced explore as well as allow them to card. Teachers in an elective student who is struggling just to placement classes, but can hap- relax a little about their grades. class will encourage you to take complete the original task. The pen in any class with students The worst thing a school can do chances and try things that might same principle applies to gym who are worried about their is allow grades to get in the way not be in your comfort zone, and classes, but is handled a little bit grades. Using a pass/fail system of education. they have the best intentions, better, at least at Harrison High. of grading would limit the amount Charlie Sheen is trying to trademark 22 different catchphrases, including “winning.” What would your trademarked catchphrase be?

“Check out our cheer-cabulary!” “Hey girls!” - Sophomores Bre Sgro and “All glory to the hypno-toad.” “How do you sound?” - Freshman Angelica Bogdany Caroline Gaeta - Junior Matt Dire - Senior Chris Woodford Husky Herald - Page 20 How Tweet It Is Danny Glass Staff Writer

Twitter is the new thing, sometimes insane comments. It sage 140 characters period. became a method for people to or less, sent out to With a recent surge of get rescued after earthquakes one’s followers. A users, it seems like everybody and other disasters, as well as a “re-tweet” is when and their mother is using the way to spread videos of protest a person receives a social networking site. For a bit in Iran and Egypt. Most impor- tweet and decides to of historical perspective, Twitter tantly Twitter became a method send it out to all of was started by Jack Dorsey as to coerce a response from your his or her followers. A a way to get short thoughts out favorite celebrity, to let them know “top trending topic” is to friends, families, and who- how you feel about their actions. a topic that multiple ever. Mocked by some, Twitter Twitter has a certain lingo people have put a exploded in users as celebrities and it is vital to know it to stay hash-tag before. The Courtesy of Christie Suozzo started spreading their inane and relevant. A “tweet” is a mes- hash-tag symbol (#) Michael Ladore opened his ac- is a symbol when a person wants count merely because “he wants to categorize his or her topic so it to connect to the world.” Never The Husky Herald trends faster. For example, Char- Staff 2010 - 2011 lie Sheen might use the hash-tag Twitter is by far the most symbol to discuss tiger blood, egotistical site in the world. It Emma Adler - Editor-in-Chief ergo he tweets #tiger blood. can be said that Twitter is liter- Joni Cooper - Managing Editor There is additional lingo, but it is ally designed for the spreading easily picked it up. Ray Corona - Sports Editor of one’s own mundane thoughts The real reason for all Amy Carton, Izzy Sheck - News Editors in the setting of a public forum. of this Twitter talk is its sudden How a person can be entertained Angela Troia - Arts Editor growth at Harrison High School. \ Rachel Breslin - Features Editor Everyone seems to be making recently attempted to give Twit- Cherry Aung - Music Editor an account. Yet the problems ter a second chance, and found with Twitter are numerous. First, Christie Suozzo - Photography Editor it quite addicting. Such notables it is an incredible distraction dur- as Kanye West, James Franco, Staff Writers - ing school. Second, information and even Matt Shaffer and Kevin over the site can spread like š Albert Amarilla, Lindsey Barnett, Timmy Broderick, Tereze Camaj, \ Danielle Carpinello, Julia Coash, Alexa Coloccia, Kiersten Colotti, time killing a little more bearable. Danny Cuneo, Matt Cysner, Erica Dattero, Helina Dawit, Michelle problems with negative informa- Twitter, Facebook, Tumblr, Deleo, Alexandra Del Tufo, Tyler DeRaffele, Jamie Derosa, Julia tion being disseminated at an Youtube, LinkedIn, and hundreds Druckman, Nick Esposito, Tom Falciglia, Taylor Friedwald, Ali @ Fuerst, Tamila Garayo, Johnny Gisondi, Danny Glass, Michael of others vie for our attention Goldman, Tyler Hart, Clarissa Karantzis, Matt Karpf, Hayley Kro- every single day. These billion nthal, Brian Lauro, Trent Lefkowitz, Christina Loguidice, Joseph the sense that, if a person feels dollar companies represent the Maida, Amanda Mancini, Sam Mandell, Olivia Manley, Sarah threatened over the social media future of world society, as we Mazza, Peri Mendelsohn, Eileen Molloy, Meghan Molloy, Nikki site, he or she may feel the need Muto, JT Nangle, Vinny Nicita, Jessica Olivier, Olivia Pagano, Ali break down emotions, thoughts, Paonetti, Melina Parrello, Noah Platte, Alexandra Psaros, Nick \ and feelings into analog signals Puliafico, Mandy Quigley, Katie Rian, Casey Rinker, Spencer * and wall posts. The tweets we Rosenstein, Alexis Rubenstein, Hunter Sable, Alexandra Sanchez, people were getting Twitter ac- Logan Schwartz, Izzy Sheck, Kristi Sheehy, Evan Specht, Jessica make represent us. As such, it Tannenbaum, Sarina Tassone, Robby Tiburzi, Shannon Toohey, counts, this reporter located is vital that we continue use our Sarah Vallarelli, Christine Vecchiola several students who had opened requests, subscriptions, follows, Gary Glauber - Faculty Adviser up an account in the last month. and other methods of staying The main reason given as to why Special Thanks to Mr. Petrillo caught up correctly in an intel- they had joined the fray was con- ligent manner. formity. Juniors Our mission is to be the voice of Harrison High School by Emily Chestler professionally representing and informing our school with an and Jared Cum- accurate and entertaining newspaper. mins had similar responses. The former wanted The Husky Herald is published by the journalism classes at to follow the hit Harrison High School. Editorial content of The Husky Herald show Glee, while \ the latter wanted of the Harrison High School faculty and administration. The to follow BBC staff of The Husky Herald encourages students to get involved News reporter and have their opinions heard. If you have any questions, com- tweets. Ahmad ments, or would like to respond to an article, please write to Ali opened up his us. Letters containing the writer’s name (and that are in good account because taste) will be printed. he was bored. Courtesy of Christie Suozzo Husky Herald - Page 21 Gym Must Go

The Instigators Staff Writers Courtesy of Google Images. Physical Education, a tion of the period. Gym is now a class. There are several athletes class students have participated lot more fun, and students have who have sat out of their after- in since elementary school, is be- more options for which sports or school sports for weeks due to Sound coming the class no one wants to games they want to play each an injury in gym. Coaches hate attend. Physical education, more quarter. I am not suggesting that nothing more than athletes telling commonly referred to as “gym gym classes should consist of them they are out for the season off! class”, used to appeal to students intensive, track-like activities, but because of a stupid injury from because it temporarily took their *# gym class. The coaches become minds off stressful academ- thinking it is a waste of time. frustrated because they feel the President Obama recent- ics. However, students are now Children and teenagers injury was avoidable. ly announced his candidacy complaining about going to gym today feel much more pressure For athletes who feel that for the 2012 presidential class and feel it is more a waste to reach and exceed academic gym class is a waste of time, I of time than anything else. This expectations. For the highly- suggest a solution. If the athlete election. How would you may seem surprising, since most motivated student, every minute is in season, they should be able rate his performance in of- students to request a free would rath- period instead er play out- of gym class in side than order to finish “I think given the economic go to math some of their mess he was left to clean class. But homework. If up, Obama has done the as teenag- the athlete is not ers begin in season, they best he could with respect to take on will have to par- to the economy. He has more diffi- ticipate in gym also achieved significant cult classes class whether social reforms, such as the and are hit Students in gym await instructions. Courtesy of Christie Suozzo they like it or repeal of DADT. This gives with heavi- not. me hope for what he could ('8- of the school day is packed Student athletes would ute period of study hall more appreciate the extra time that accomplish with another useful than gym. The question homework - even lunch and free four years.” is whether or not schools can periods. Gym class just repre- work, and would be able to focus - Senior Rachel Kaplan realistically get rid of physical sents another 40 minutes when on their athletics when the school education. they could be working. These stu- day is done. This solution would Getting rid of gym classes dents feel they would be able to also encourage students who “I think four year terms make would cause several problems. get more studying or schoolwork have not participated in school Currently, over 70 million Ameri- done if they weren’t in gym class. sports in the past to try them out. - cans are suffering from obesity. Exercise isn’t on their minds be- Many teenagers probably choose ress without being reelect- ~ †' cause, in their eyes, exercise is not to play an after-school sport percent are under nineteen. This not what matters. Even if these out of the fear that they will not ed. So we really can’t judge shows that a lot of work needs students are dedicated athletes, Obama’s success, unless to be done regarding health in they are not worried about miss- homework afterward. However, we give him a chance to American schools. There are ing gym because to do so would these teenagers would feel more follow through over another plenty of parents who stress good not “hinder” their athletic ability. inclined to join sports if they knew four years. eating habits and encourage The most popular argu- that their gym class could be their children to exercise daily. ment for getting rid of gym class changed into a free period. - Senior Eva Mangone However, there are plenty who is that many students already get Although gym class seems don’t. If parents aren’t doing their their exercise from daily after- like a good idea to help increase jobs, who else will make sure school sports. These students students’ levels of physical “Obama has helped to re- their children are eating the right have a valid point, since they are health, allowing students to make vitalize the economy, and foods? For this reason, many getting a good workout for at least the choice for themselves is more has ensured all Americans’ parents are in favor of physical two hours anyway. Why needs a effective. Staying in shape is very access to affordable health education since it is guaranteed gym class? Students who engage important to many students, and if healthcare. He has done an their children will get at least in after-school sports don’t have they feel that playing a sport after some exercise each day. as much time to do homework. incredible job cleaning up But how much exercise Gym class would be a perfect op- and useful than having gym every the Bush administration’s are students really getting in portunity for these athletes to get other day, they should have the mistakes. ” gym class? more homework done while not right to request a free period in - Junior Richard Haddad Gym isn’t the way it used to #^ its place. be. Students aren’t running laps It is also possible for ath- and doing sprints for the dura- letes to injure themselves in gym Husky Herald - Page 22 Scheduling : A Time For Change

Izzy Sheck News Editor

Teachers are always com- of students cutting classes, but it half the year. Once that portion of plaining, claiming that they don’t to get settled down when class is much easier for a teacher to no- the year is over, the class will also have enough time with their begins, because teenagers are tice that a student is deliberately be over. Students could have half students. Although forty minutes going to act like teenagers. You cutting class if they were in the of their classes completed after every day might seem like a lot cannot expect 16-year olds to class a mere forty minutes before. only one semester. to the students, for the teach- just sit down quietly in their seats Having a class every other The 4x4 scheduling sys- ers, it seems like day would also lessen the tem has often times worked very forty seconds. So stress that students have well in smaller schools, where do teachers have because of a large work- classroom space is limited. Al- a point? Should load. Teachers of course though Harrison is not considered they have access would still assign homework to be a small school, we recently to their students to their students, but their have been experiencing a larger for a longer pe- students would have an student population- and unfortu- riod of time? entire day to complete it. nately we are quickly becoming These questions Having a class every other too big for our school. This new suggest that, in day would allow students system would therefore be per- order for teach- the choice as to when they fect for Harrison High School, ers to get what want to complete their work. because it would require less they want, the If they are extremely busy classroom space. When there school day would on the night when they are are fewer classes requiring a have to be ex- meant to do their homework longer period of time in each tended. Realis- for a certain class, they can class, not as many classrooms tically, a longer always wait until the next are needed. Teachers and stu- school day is the night (since they won’t have dents can remain in the same last thing that our the pressure to hand in classrooms, eliminating the need school needs, Courtesy of Christie Suozzo homework the very next day. to switch classrooms after every unless the fac- For students who are taking forty-minute period. ulty, staff, and students want to and wait for the teacher to start all AP classes, the workload can Using the 4x4 schedule come into school at 6 a.m. for talking. Students want to talk to be overwhelming, yet with an will help our school in many class. Still, there are several their friends, and get the newest extra night to complete all their › options that our school has for R\ work, it is a scheduling in a different way, in the hallway. Here is where lot easier to especially a way where teachers having a nine period schedule handle. For will be able to teach their students also hurts us. students for a longer period of time. When students leave one who feel that One of the ways that we classroom, the assumption is that they must can solve this problem is by they are going to walk to their get their changing the entire schedule of next class and start the whole homework our school, so that instead of cycle over again. However, only completed having nine, forty-minute periods a small percentage of students the day every day, there would be four, actually do this. Many students they receive eighty-minute periods. Since end up in the cafeteria getting a it, life only the periods would be longer, mid-day snack, running around gets easier students would only attend that trying to find their friends, or as they can class every other day instead of straight up cutting their next relax each daily. This way, students would class. Having students in the hall- night know- be able to stay in their classes for ways at nine times during the day ing that they a longer, more continuous time is just a recipe for disaster, even only have period every other day. Students if it doesn’t seem like it. homework would be able to absorb more If students were to stay in for two information at one time without their classrooms for eighty min- classes to any distractions. utes at a time, there is less of an complete. Courtesy of Christie Suozzo We all know the feeling of opportunity for them to wander The other option that our students, but it will also help our being “saved by the bell,” and off into the hallway. Although school has for scheduling is very school to better utilize the space although it is a feeling of relief students would still be allowed similar to the four class period we have. Harrison needs a for the students, for teachers to take a short break from class, system, but with one small twist. change, and a different schedule there is nothing more frustrating it would be the equivalent of Instead of taking a class for eighty could be the change that makes having a student in a science minutes every other day for the our school a better place for the lesson and being cut off right entire year, another option that is teachers as well as for students. when the class starts to learn period, and cutting the second available is taking two classes for something important. It takes period. There still is a possibility eighty minutes every day for only Husky Herald - Page 23 SAT The SAT questions reality greatest Rachel Breslin Staff Writer hits

people are upset with this essay relatively easy to write, because Some SAT essay prompts of entertainment that show so- is because it is not a scholarly sadly, reality television shows from years past: called ‘reality,’ or are such shows topic. These people feel that can be considered current events harmful?” the essay needs to be a ‘smart • # topic’ so that ‘smart’ people taking appropriate for an SAT essay). Prompt: This was one of the essay the exam will get a good score, Reality television shows have “A little inaccuracy saves a questions from the March 12 since they are the ones that truly become so popular that they world of explanation.” SAT test. It caused much contro- belong in college, as opposed ” C.E.Ayers versy because one doesn’t watch them, one Assignment: some students hears about what happens Is it always essential to tell the and adminis- on those shows from friends truth, or are there circum- trators felt this and opinions about them are stances in which it is better to question goes easily formed. The events lie? Plan your response, and and people featured on such ‘against’ what then write an essay... shows are there to get you students are talking and thinking. This taught in their is how they get such strong Prompt: SAT prepara- ratings. If we are afraid to reveal our tion courses, In this modern age, lack of knowledge we will not which is to students need to know more be able to learn. In order to always try to than what is in their books to make progress we must admit relate the es- get into a good college. They where we are now. Such an need to be able to talk and say question admission of ignorance is not form an opinion about the to something Courtesy of Christie Suozzo easy. As Thoreau says, “How world around them, which can we remember our igno- learned in to the people who waste their is why students without televi- rance which our growth re school or a school-related outside time watching reality television. sions or who do not watch reality quires, when we are using our experience. By basing the ques- This is a fallacy; just because television shows were not really knowledge all the time?” tion on reality television and thus someone does not spend all of at such a disadvantage with this his or her time studying, does not particular essay question. So Assignment: making it impossible to relate it to Does the present system of edu- anything associated with school, cation encourage us to people felt this provided an easy admitour lack of knowledge, or answer for those who waste time is there too much pressure to watching such shows instead of demonstrate the acquisition say, studying do better on an SAT of knowledge? Plan your essay question. response, and then write an This reporter disagrees essay... that there is any real controversy here. The main point of the SAT Prompt: essay is not to see how well one “That which we obtain too can relate a topic to something easily, we esteem too lightly. It school-related, the main point is dearness only which gives is to see how well one can state everything its value.” his or her opinion and support it Thomas Paine Assignment: with facts (much like the opinion Courtesy of Christie Suozzo pieces in this very newspaper). Do we value only what we In this way, colleges can get an preclude them from deserving to long as one pays attention to struggle for? Plan your go to college. Sometimes people the outside world, one will hear idea as to how a student might response, and then write an need a break from studying, and about these shows and should be essay to explain your views do when writing papers in college watching a favorite TV show, able to form reasonable opinions on this issue. Be sure to sup- classes. These SAT prep classes even a favorite mindless reality about them. If one wants to be tell students to use school-related show, might be the perfect way successful in life, one should take points and examples. (You material as evidence in the essay to unwind. one’s head out of books once in may use personal examples or only because students will know This reporter is not a fan a while and start listening to the of reality television, per se. What surrounding world. How helpful examples from your reading, how to apply such information to observations, or, knowledge of many topics, having gone over I disagree with is the idea that can people be to society when students who do not watch these they leave school if all they can subjects such as hitory, such things in-depth in school shows are at a disadvantage. do is recite facts like a walking literature, science.) classes. Even without watching any reality encyclopedia, instead of being Another reason that many television shows, this article was able to contribute ideas? Husky Herald - Page 24 arts entertainment& Millie reviewed, thoroughly

Emma Adler Editor-in-Chief

The title of Thoroughly and putting in an appearance the role of Millie’s every-man The merits of the play Modern Millie8 at a hopping, high society bash admirer Jimmy Smith, senior are not limited to its cast. Thor- \ redolent of those described in Alejandro Azuaje exudes suave- oughly Modern Millie is a visually dress, unfashionably long hair The Great Gatsby. ness. Junior Marwan Bishtawi is stunning production, featuring tied back in a bow, the girl we At the forefront of all of perfectly puffed up and oblivious glitzy Jazz Age costumes and meet as the curtain rises does this mayhem is, of course, Millie as Trevor Grayden. Senior Alex- an equally vibrant set. Particu- not look like anybody’s idea of herself, played with enthusiasm andria Brown epitomizes Jazz larly eye-catching are the brightly modern. But by the end \ of the exuberant opening worn by Millie and her number, our heroine has cohorts, and the intricate, swapped her drab duds feathered headpieces for a bright yellow sheath, donned by Muzzy Van her lengthy locks for a Hossmere. bob, and her ragged suit- Following the per- case for a purse which is formance attended by promptly stolen. The year this reporter, the lobby is 1922 and from here on where the cast members in, Millie is determined to were greeted by family inhabit its cutting edge. and friends rang out with The hilarity and heart- praise. Asked her opinion break which ensue as a of the play, one audience result are exploited to bril- member shared “It was liant effect in the Footlight fantastic! I’ve seen all Players’ production of the of the musicals that the classic musical, which Footlight Players’ have played in the HPAC from done over the past four March 10 to March 14. years, and I think this one There are two was the best. I loved the competing narratives in music, and some of the “Thoroughly Modern Mil- students who participated P Courtesy of Gary Morgen Photography this year are exception- Millie Dilmount’s quest to ally talented.” • { and empathy by junior Cayla Age glamour as retired prima- The cast of Thoroughly with her boss Trevor Grayden. Pettinato, who taps into the co- donna Muzzy Van Hossmere. Modern Millie seems to have The second involves a white medic side of the character as Freshman Halle Mastroberardino enjoyed performing in the musical slavery ring bent on carting off occasion dictates, but never is engaging and devious as slave as much as the audience enjoyed Millie’s newfound best friend, loses sight of the vulnerability and ring leader Mrs. Meers. Senior watching it. Junior Madison Pol- Miss Dorothy, to Hong Kong. \ Adriana DiFazio serves as resi- lack (also known as Dorothy The plots operate in their own of Millie. Madison Pollack, also a dent scene stealer in the role of Brown) commented, “The pro- orbits for much of the play, but junior, is spot on as Miss Dorothy longsuffering secretary Miss cess was unbelievable, and it was come to a head toward the con- Brown, adopting a resonant tone Flannery. The leads are comple- ^\ clusion of the second act. In the of voice suggesting perpetual mented by a large ensemble out what began as a skeleton of interim the characters indulge in bewilderment perfectly suited to whose members’ enthusiasm a show, and turn it into something the legendary hedonism of the Miss Dorothy’s airy innocence lends an indefatigable vitality to really incredible.” 1920s, frequenting a speakeasy and upper crust incredulity. In the entire production. Husky Herald - Page 25 Backstage with Idol Starr

Amy Carton News Editor

In spite of some decline in never old enough. I had planned think the judges only get to see so much. You end up waiting the average viewership from previ- to audition when I was 16, but about 100 people in each city. entire day and watching people ous years, American Idol remains when they lowered the age limit Before you get there though, come out crying, either with tears the number one-rated show on this year I knew I had to go for it. you have to make it past singing of joy or with tears of sadness. television (according to Zap2it, a for idol crew and producers and Then there are those people trusted media source). As Ameri- HH: Was there anything that executive producers who, in your mind, are absolutely can Idol prepared for its tenth inspired you or encouraged you going to make it and then don’t. season, contestants and fans œ HH: Can you describe the audi- It really messes with your head. braced themselves for several IS: I was really into dance before tion process? How long did you You begin to think, ‘Am I really changes that would be made by I started singing, and at 7 years have to wait? supposed to be here’? But all producers. old I joined a musical theater IS: The process was long and of those feelings were gone by Making their debut on the troupe. We traveled all around rigorous with a lot of waiting and a the time I heard the panel chant judging panel, Aerosmith’s lead the D.C. area and to NY to lot of singing. The process starts together “You’re going to Holly- singer Steven Tyler and pop perform and we actually went to in a huge stadium where you wood!” Getting that golden ticket sensation Jennifer Lo- pez joined Idol veteran life that I realized that Randy Jackson as the music was truly what I season 10 judges. The wanted to do with my show also eliminated its life. I always knew I top 24, replacing it with a loved singing, but it top 13. In doing so, fewer wasn’t until those three live performances were yesses’ that I felt con- needed, allowing for the * introduction of “Vegas Week.” Occurring after the not from my mom or a three rounds of Hollywood friend, but from the ex- Week, Vegas week further perts, Randy Jackson, distinguishes the unique, Jennifer Lopez, and versatile performers from the Steven Tyler, that the more timid, monoto- I was and capable of nous artists. pursuing music. That Another change golden ticket changed that was made to the show the way I think about was its age limit. While myself with respect to in the past the show had my music. only allowed auditions for individuals older than 16 HH: You auditioned years old, the age limit over the summer and was lowered to 15 this couldn’t tell anyone un- year, exposing the nation til the auditions aired in to the fresh, young tal- January. How did you ent of American teenag- Courtesy of Ilanna Starr keep such an exciting ers. One 15-year-old who moment a secret? made it through to Hollywood Disney World a couple of times have to wait for hours in line with IS: Keeping the secret was prob- after her audition in Austin, Texas, too. My dad had recorded most thousands of people. I auditioned was Ilanna Starr. Although cut of our performances and when in Austin, Texas and I think there entire experience. At times it \ I watched them back, I realized )'''* was really tough, especially the Ilanna’s Idol experience was one that dancing really wasn’t what I was amazing to see all these per- day I sang for the judges. All I she will never forget, and it taught was meant to do. The third year sonalities in line and it was pretty wanted to do was tell my friends her an awful lot about herself and we went to Disney, I had a small easy to differentiate between the that I had made it to Hollywood her voice. The Husky Herald was solo singing “Castle on a Cloud” people who truly wanted to com- after being in the presence of able to contact Ilanna and inter- from Les Miserables. Watching pete and those who just wanted Steven Tyler and Jennifer Lopez. view her about her Idol journey. that moment on my dad’s video their 15 seconds of fame. I ended up keeping the secret for camera was when I realized that almost six months. I could really I really needed to sing. HH: How did you feel having the only talk about it with my family, Husky Herald: When did you golden ticket handed to you? and I had to lie quite often about decide to audition? HH: Does everyone who audi- IS: I honestly didn’t know what to where I was going and why I Ilanna Starr: I had watched the tions get to sing in front of the think. I was truly in shock. I just was traveling so much. I ended show for its ninth run and I always judges? remember trying to keep my cool up weaving a pretty nice web of knew in the back of my mind that IS: Actually, not everyone gets to in front of these accomplished, lies, but my friends really didn’t I wanted to audition, but I was sing for the judges. In the end, I amazing judges whom I look up to suspect anything until about an

Husky Herald - Page 26 ing and getting Idol [ cut before me my love of music and has made really messed me realize that singing is my true with my head. passion and what I want to do Before I sang, with the rest of my life. I had this feel- ing in the pit of HH: What do you think of the my stomach that changes that the show has made was telling me this year (new judges, stage, age that it wasn’t my limit, vegas week…) time yet, that I IS: I really love the changes. didn’t need it After nine seasons of the same, quite as much it was time for changes to be as other people made. The stage, the age limit did. I would have and Vegas week are all fantastic loved to see changes, but I absolutely love the myself go far- new judges! Their dynamic and ther, but I think chemistry is wonderful and they in the back of truly care about each contestant. Courtesy of Ilanna Starr my mind, I knew To me, it’s become a much more hour before the Austin episode…I additional pressure was created that this year it intriguing show to watch, as just couldn’t hold it in any longer. by the older contestants. I think wasn’t meant to be. you’re really seeing the develop- the additional pressure was actu- ment of new artists. HH: Since Hollywood week was ally created by kids my age be- HH: How do you view your expe- pre-recorded, you also had to cause Idol was only going to pick rience now that your season 10 HH: How did you manage your keep from people that you had a few really talented kids under journey has ended? school work while you were in been cut. What was that like? %) IS: I’m lucky to have had this Hollywood? IS: After the episode aired, a lot experience at such a young age. IS: The stress and excitement of people approached me ask- HH: What memorable events Not only will I be able to try out of being in Hollywood was really ing questions and unfortunately, and moments occur behind the again in the years to come, but overwhelming and didn’t leave because the Hollywood week scenes? over the past months I’ve learned much time for doing work. I decid- episodes hadn’t aired, I wasn’t IS: During Hollywood Week we a lot about music and myself. My ed to be home schooled this year able to tell them much. What’s were waiting to be so I could fully prepare myself called into the the- for Hollywood. We planned the situation is that, I was cut even ater and a whole semester so that my winter before the people saw me on bunch of people break would be during Hol- TV, and then I had to continue to gathered around lywood week. I still did a little pretend that I was still in the run- a piano and start- bit of work on the plane, but it ning, until the Hollywood rounds ed singing Ordi- was a real relief to not have to aired, and only then could I break nary People by worry about schoolwork. the news that I was cut. As an John Legend. I ex-contestant, it almost felt like I had never heard HH: How did your friends and was cut twice- it’s certainly not the so many power- family react when they saw you most exciting part about being on ful voices in such on the Austin Episode? American Idol. beautiful harmo- IS: It was so overwhelming, but ny. It was such a at the same time so exciting! HH: Being that you were one of special moment. People who I hadn’t talked to the youngest contestants, did in years were contacting me you feel any additional pressure HH: During which and congratulating me. Within or intimidation from the older round of Holly- two hours of the show’s airing, contestants? wood did you get I had at least 200 posts on my IS: @ * out? How did you wall on Facebook. My mom myself. I didn’t have as much feel afterward? and dad also received tons of experience as the older contes- IS: I was unfor- emails from their friends. My tants, but I had to remind myself tunately cut in brothers even said that people that I’d made it this far because they hadn’t seen in ages were the judges and producers saw Hollywood week. contacting them, it was just something in me. I was there for It was really dis- mind blowing…so crazy! a reason. There was always a heartening. I level of intimidation. After all, I had worked re- was surrounded by some of the ally hard to get to most talented contestants Idol where I was in the had ever seen. With that came a competition and lot of pressure to kill it every time watching all of the Courtesy of Ilanna Starr I performed, but I don’t think any contestants sing- Husky Herald - Page 27 From mixtapes to mash-ups

JT Nangle Staff Writer

Music is one of the most their income. For most, the ma- Typically, art- popular aspects of American jor revenue stream now comes ists will feature culture, and access to music for mostly from live performances themselves high school students is a given. and merchandise, which makes over other Almost everyone at Harrison them much more dependent on artists’ beats, High School owns an iPod, some concert promoters like Live Na- and will often- containing over 20,000 songs. tion. Tours have become increas- times employ Over the past decade, music has ingly more important for artists a sample of become more popular due to the accustomed to formerly earning other popular internet and the ability of artists obscene amounts of money. An music. On one and producers to distribute new increase in the number of con- of his most re- A dying commodity? Courtesy of Christie Suozzo tracks to a wider audience than certs is a delight to fans now able cent tapes, No ever before. This has led to a to see their favorite artists live. Ceilings, Lil Wayne created designed for the same purpose. sharp decline in the sale of CDs “Once 50 Cent reinvented songs over the Black Eyed Peas’ The internet’s influence and the closing of thousands of the mixtape game and literally “I Gotta Feeling,” and Jay-Z’s on the music industry has also retail record stores. Websites made the hip-hop or ‘urban’ in- “Death of Autotune.” inspired an entirely new genre have sprung up discovering new dustry ever dependent on ‘free- There are many websites called “mash-ups.” A “mash-up” artists, and release hundreds of music,’ the music culture was that distribute free songs and is when an artist splices together free songs almost daily. never the same,” according to mixtapes. They target primarily two or more songs, typically over At the start of the decade, Jeremy Yudkin of GoodMusicAll- college students who control the a techno or dance beat. Wildly companies took an aggressive Day.com (GMAD). trends in music amongst young popular mash-up DJs like Super - In the beginnings of hip- people. Goodmusicallday.com Mash Bros., White Panda, and 5 sites like LimeWire and Napster, hop music, songs only existed (GMAD) is a website started by & A Dime, have become some of which have long since been in the live form. They would then a few high school students, who the most desirable concert tickets shut down. There are of course, be distributed via tapes of parties now are attending various col- in the world. other media for downloading free and shows. Mixtapes first ap- leges and universities through- “I’m not sure if Super Mash music. These sites allow users peared in the mid-1970s in New out the nation. JT Newton, has ever come to the U.S., but to download a specific song, York City, featuring artists such as the website’s contributor and if they did I would spend any rather than buy Kool Herc and Afrika Bambaata. co-founder along and Tim Web- amount of money to see their the entire album. ber, the website’s founder and show,” said junior Jacob Temkin, According to the CEO (who currently attends The who raves about the group. International University of Notre Dame) started TheHoodInternet.com is Federation of the GMAD as a means of showing a website entirely dedicated Phonographic friends what they were listening to creating and releasing free Industry, music to. They explained to the Husky “mash-ups”. They also release revenues in the Herald that GMAD quickly gained free mash-up mixtapes that are U.S. dropped a small following from people who free to download. from a high of knew Tim directly and through Many times artists will re- $14.6 billion in word-of-mouth. The website is lease a new song, and it will be 1999 to $10.4 bil- designed to post new tracks that featured on several different web- &'')The are available as free, legal down- sites. This provides students a New York Times loads. They frequently sponsor wide array of options from which reports that the Courtesy of Christie Suozzo an artist when they release a new to receive new music. downward trend mixtape. They post the mixtape As technology continues is expected to continue for the As more tapes became available, on their website and it soon be- to progress, the music industry foreseeable future, and some they began to be collected and comes more popular. In a world should follow suit. Pioneer DJs research suggests that by 2013, traded by fans*8%Q)' where colleges monitor most, if like Tiesto, Deadmau5 and Rusko the music industry will gross only DJs such as Brucie B. began not all, downloads made by stu- \ $9.0 billion dollars. But in spite recording their live music and dents on their network, GMAD is to become more electro/tech- of declining revenues, artists selling their own mixtapes. In the truly a vice for students looking to no based. These changes are are more popular than ever due present day, artists use mixtapes satisfy their musical cravings. Not evident in Britney Spears’ new to wide exposure on Facebook to release free music to the public only does GMAD release music, song, “Hold it Against Me,” which and Twitter. and generate excitement around but they hold concerts featuring features a heavily Dup-Step “Lady GaGa is the most their work or upcoming album. their sponsored artists and other \ *R followed person on Twitter and Oftentimes artists will release popular artists and DJs. an industry in transition. These the most liked person on Face- many more mixtapes than true Tim Webber, JT Newton, new trends dictate that artists will book,” noted junior Lindsey Bar- studio albums. and the rest of the GMAD crew be forced to release more “free” nett. “She is probably more For instance, popular hip- have inspired other “college mu- music and change their current popular than Madonna.” hop artist Lil Wayne has put out sic” sites such as FreshOnCam- business plans to focus less on Still, these artists no longer eight albums from 1999-2010, pus.com and TheCollegeCartel. record sales. depend on CDs for the majority of but almost eighty mixtapes. com. These websites are

Husky Herald - Page 28 Got Tunes? Total Fiasco

Cherry Aung Meghan Molloy Music Editor Staff Writer

Who is Wasalu Muham- Tube. Although all of his songs mad Jaco? Maybe you know have great lyrics and good music, him better by his stage name, these two songs stick with many Lupe Fiasco. because of their lyrics and catchy If you don’t know him tunes. For example, check these yet, get ready to, because this lyrics from “Words I Never Said”: critically acclaimed rapper just “I really think the war on terror is released his third album entitled a bunch of bullsh*t/ just a poor Lasers, which was released excuse for you to use up all your !)&'%%_ bullers / How much money does it American rapper, artist, and pro- take to really make a full clip/ 9/11 Courtesy of Mtv.com Courtesy of Mtv.com ducer. He rose to fame in 2006 building 7 did they really it pull it following the success of his debut /Uhh, and a bunch of cover ups.” Yellowcard Britney Spears album, Food & Liquor and The In the same song, Fiasco goes When You’re Through Think- Femme Fatale Cool. This up-and-coming art- on to say, “Gaza strip was get- ing, Say Yes March 29, 2011 %’%Q)& ting bombed, Obama didn’t say March 22, 2011 and was raised sh*t/That’s why I Oops she did it again! in Chicago. After ain’t vote for him, Yellowcard has reemerged It’s been ages since being inspired next either/I’m a on the scene (following a self-im- Britney Spears first became a by rappers and part of the prob- &''){ household name, and now, one hip-hop stars like lem, my problem with their seventh studio album, decade and eight albums later, Ice Cube, Fiasco is I’m peaceful When You’re Through Thinking, she proves she is as relevant decided to be his / And I believe Say Yes. This newest release as ever with her latest release, own person and in the people.” proves that a comeback is right Femme Fatale. started to write These lyrics tell around a corner for the band, and This new album has sound lyrics. Pretty who Lupe Fiasco that despite their recent absence very different than that featured soon, he was is, his beliefs and from the charts, they are just as on all of her prior CDs. Following signed to Atlan- values. It also good as ever. a recent trend of popular music, tic Records, and Courtesy of Bing Music shows what he This romantic yet fast Femme Fatale updates pop for shortly after that thinks about re- paced album has been lauded by started producing songs. After cent events occurring throughout critics and fans alike. A reviewer the genre with electronic dance the world. for Metacritic noted “The record music, techno and even dubstep. he started writing more songs What makes Fiasco’s third bleeds with the best that Yel- The album has some phe- and the rest is history. For the album different from the rest lowcard have done thus far, yet nomenal, heart pounding and first time, fans finally catch a is how he performs duets with in a fresh context, bursting with catchy beats that will have you prolonged glimpse of the person critically acclaimed stars. These newfound energy…” bopping along and itching to behind the Fiasco through his duets help make his songs even A favorite on this album dance. But while the songs are lyrics and messages he conveys better, such as Skylar Gray who is “For you and your denial,” bubbly, sassy and infectious, it in his songs. is featured along with P. Diddy in which opens with a violin riff that #\ The reason why people the hit single, “Coming Home.” meshes well with a powerful of modern music: the Rebecca love Lupe Fiasco’s songs is Trey Songz also contributes on drum and guitar. The track has Black-booster known as auto because they can relate to his a few number one hits. all the goodness of a classic tune. lyrics and the messages they Many here at the high pop punk song. Other standouts It seems that nowadays contain on levels beyond what school enjoy Fiasco’s musical include “Hang you up,” “Life of every new chart topper is perfect- goes on with other songs. For stylings. Leaving Home,” “The Sound of ed using auto tune, and Spears instance, Fiasco’s lyrics jab at “His music is upbeat and You and Me” and “Hide.” doesn’t seem eager to break the recent political corruption and the fun to listen to,” says freshman The lead singer Ryan Key mold. Let’s face it – Britney is cer- current situation in Iraq. That’s Tyler DeRaffele. “My favorite has a great voice, and his lyrics tainly not the best singer, nor the the reason why people enjoy his song of his is ‘Daydreaming.’” are easy to relate to, keeping best dancer, but what she lacks in lyrics, because he takes chances Fellow freshman Jessica with the band’s penchant for talent she makes up for with the and puts his career at risk by ap- Olivier agrees. memorable songs that you can famous charisma and glamour proaching touchy subjects in his “His lyrics are so meaning- sing along to. that have made her the princess songs that others won’t. It gives ful, unlike rappers these days,” The quality of some bands’ of pop. Auto-tune notwithstand- him an edge that sets him apart she said. “I like how his songs music decays with time, but Yel- ing, Femme Fatale is fun and from other singers and rappers, have meaning and each one has lowcard seems to be getting bet- which is a good thing. a different message.” ter and better. Check this album a listen. The two favorite songs of Check out Lupe Fiasco’s out because Yellowcard is back! most fans seem to be “The Show songs on his official YouTube Goes On” and “Words I Never page: www.youtube.com/user/ Said,” because each video has LupeFiasco. over eight million views on You- Husky Herald - Page 29 Nickelodeon to revisit the ‘90s Nikki Muto Staff Writer Remember when you were sode. Amanda Bynes starred at the bailiff to bring in the danc- in mind. Kel was the less than younger and your favorite show in all of them, along with Drake ing lobsters. ‘Moody’s Point’ was intelligent, orange soda-loving was “The Amanda Show” or “Cla- Bell and Josh Peck most of the a fake soap opera that starred best friend who went along with rissa Explains It All”? Remember time. Some of the best bits were Moody (Amanda) and her friends whatever Kenan wanted. Kenan how you felt when they pulled it ‘The Girls Room,’ ‘Judge Trudy,’ dealing with tons of ‘drama.’ For always had a plan that got them off the air? Well, you don’t have ‘Moody’s Point,’ ‘Blockblister,’ ‘To- example, Moody’s father lost his both in trouble. The show ran to miss these amazing shows any tally Kyle,’ ‘Hillbilly Moment,’ and toe, her mom was somewhere in from 1997-2000, ending with a longer because Nickelodeon is many others. ‘The Girls Room’ the sky, her friend was part ape, made for TV movie called “Two doing us all a favor and playing was a sketch about four girls and the guy she liked always Heads Are Better Than None.” them again! Starting in the fall, who met in the bathroom to give responded to questions by ask- With shows like these, it’s Nick At Nite will people swirlies. ing the opposite. ‘Totally Kyle’ a surprise Nickelodeon didn’t have a four-hour There was the was a bit that starred only Drake bring them back earlier. They will block called “The popular girl – Bell playing Kyle. Kyle was a less } ‘90s Are All That” Tammy, the than smart kid who explained are already excited to see the and your favorite threatening girl pointless stories, adding totally shows they grew up with back shows will be back. – Sheila, the to every sentence. All the bits on on television. Disney Channel Shows like “Kenan stupid girl who “The Amanda Show” were funny is also working on bringing back and Kel,”“Rugrats,” constantly re- and enjoyable. Viewers can’t wait an old show – possibly. It’s been “All That,” “Adven- minded viewers to see their favorite episodes air reported that a “Lizzie McGuire: tures of Pete & of her love for again. The College Years” is being Pete” and many eggs – Debbie, “All That” was a sketch worked on, but reports have not more. In case you Courtesy of Connected In and the egotis- show just like “The Amanda don’t remember tical girl – Am- Show” that helped build up “Ke- Keep an eye out for promotional these fantastic shows, here’s a ber. ‘Judge Trudy’ was a spoof nan & Kel.” Kenan Thompson and ads that will come out as these brief refresher. of the popular court TV show Kel Mitchell starred on both “All shows begin to be broadcast “The Amanda Show” was ‘Judge Judy.’ In this sketch, That” and “Kenan & Kel” – a show again. You wouldn’t want to miss like an SNL for younger kids. Amanda played the judge who dedicated to the both of them. this great chance to re-live some There were multiple sketches didn’t listen to the defendants, Kenan played the scheming best fun from the past. and a funny opening each epi- dismissing their cases and yelling friend who always had an idea Human race in Jeopardy?

Danny Glass Staff Writer

Ever since I was a mere internet. and Rutter ing as soon as possible. lad, I watched Jeopardy. The Watson knew the Either way, Watson is off show intrigued me because it receives majority of to bigger and better places. Ac- pitted people against each other an elec- the answers. cording to IBM commercials, he in a clever fashion. In Jeopardy, tronic This is is the future doctor, engineer, and contestants are given the answer message not the first problem solver. His analytical with the time humans structure will allow him to diag- the question and buzz in quickly. Jeopardy Courtesy of ABC TV have been nose problems in a rapid and My dad, my mom, and my sister question and then formulates an defeated by computers. Gary would watch almost every night answer. It then uses analytical Kasparov was defeated at chess purpose of Watson all along, to from seven to seven thirty, on software to decode the weird- by the IBM machine Deep Blue. systematically eliminate delay in ABC. In my mind, it is the greatest ness of Jeopardy and measures But similar to the Watson experi- quiz show ever. out three answers. Then it uses ment, Kasparov called foul-play. Watson can be beaten, Ken Jennings and Brad statistics to rank these three He believed the machine had though. Rush Holt, a congress- Rutter are arguably the two great- answers. * man from New Jersey, was est competitors on Jeopardy ever. Furthermore, Watson actu- for there to have been foul play able to hold his own against the Ken won over seventy matches in ally physically buzzes the same in both cases. computer. But it appears one a row, while Brad is the all time type of button as Jennings and Of course, others are of needs to have been a professor money winner. In terms of trivia, Rutter. But after watching the another mind about Watson’s of plasma physics and a master these men are gods. episodes that aired featuring the impressive performance. of trivia to achieve this victory. Recently, IBM (a technol- supercomputer, my entire family “I think Watson is fair, and Other competitors in the past ogy company) decided to create came to a singular conclusion. besides, it’s for a good charitable beat Watson in its alpha and beta a machine that would challenge Watson has an unfair advantage. cause”, remarks junior Ryan Mol- stages. But to those who live in the likes of Jennings and Rutter. It is able to buzz in faster than loy. “It’s a science experiment.” fear of some future computer To clarify, this machine does not Jennings and Rutter. The ques- Others simply do not watch domination scenario: we built have a lot of stored information, tions were not impossible; in fact, Watson, or watch Jeopardy at all. Watson, we can surely destroy it. nor does it have access to the it appeared that both Jennings I suggested that they start watch- Husky Herald - Page 30 “90 Second Interviews” is a new feature where we sit down with a teacher 90-Second and see how many random questions they can answer in just ninety seconds. This issue, we caught up with AP Phys- ics whiz Mr. McRae and HHS’s resident Interviews polyglot, Ms. Battipaglia.

McRae Battipaglia Favorite color? Favorite color? Red. Blue. Sky blue! Favorite movie? Favorite movie? “Lawrence of Arabia.” “Cinema Paradiso: Uncut.” Favorite TV show? Favorite TV show? “In Treatment.” Shows on RAI International. First car? First car? A Nissan Pulsar. A Toyota. Do you have any siblings? Do you have any siblings? One younger brother named Hamish. One sister. Hometown? Hometown? Ottawa, Canada. *@ Weird habit? Weird habit? Chewing my tongue. If it is mine, why would I think it is wierd? Hidden talent? Hidden talent? I am a fairly good carpenter. If it’s hidden, how do I know? I haven’t discovered them yet. Favorite cartoon character? Favorite cartoon character? Marvin the Martian. Topo Gigio. He is the Italian version of Mickey Mouse. Favorite vacation spot? Favorite vacation spot? New York City. There are so many, but one special place is my home in Italy. Celebrity crush? Celebrity crush? Hellen Mirren. Massimo Ranieri, when I was younger. Favorite song? Favorite song? “American Tune” by Simon and Garfunkel. Arias from Nabucco. Favorite book? Favorite book? Middlemarch. La Certosa di Parma (The Charterhouse of Parma) by Stendhal. Favorite country? Favorite country? ›Ÿ*" Italy and America! Then, Tunisia and Turkey. Favorite candy? Favorite candy? Dark chocolate coffee crisps, which you can only get in Canada! Does Nutella count as a candy? Guilty pleasure? Guilty pleasure? “Glee!” Going to Europe on the weekend. Favorite musical? Favorite musical? That’s easy. “Sunday in the Park With George.” O“>P@** Fun fact? completely. The universe is expanding a lot more quickly than we thought. Some- Fun fact? thing seems to be pulling on it from the outside. I like to travel, especially to third world countries. Husky Herald - Page 31 sports

JT Nangle Goes Into The Record Books ›} Staff Writer ‘ (8’ great.” “It was great breaking the year, the Harrison Huskies’ The team wound up as the record for the relay team, swim team sent seven swim- thirteenth best relay team in but it’s another thing to break mers to the Section 1 Swimming States, even without a senior on a record by yourself,” he noted. Championship. One of them the current team. “I’m happy to see that my hard was junior JT Nangle, who along But JT has been even work paid off.” with fellow junior Matt Carducci, more involved in his swimming While JT’s achieve- sophomore Bryan Pon and fresh- career outside of school. Along ments have impressed his man Reo Mukadi ,set the school with Bryan, Reo, and Matt, JT teammates and Coach Dear- JT in action. Courtesy of JT Nangle record for the 200 Medley Relay, swims competitively on the Em- sytne, they are not the only though it seems tough, JT enjoys "›Ÿ pire swim team. With all of them ones. Coaches from Lehigh and the challenge. State Championship. Luckily being together, it’s given JT a Boston College have had their “It can be hard sometimes for Coach Dearstyne, he’ll have chance to adapt to fellow mem- eyes on JT, since he professes to juggle school and athletics,” JT the same group for next year, bers of his relay team. an interest in pursuing swimming said. “But I’ve been successful most notably JT Nangle, who “This experience has re- into his college years. and feel like the challenge makes has achieved more than he even ally helped us bond,” he said. “It Perhaps what really me a more mature person.” imagined he might at the start has not only made all of us better, makes JT stand out from others JT also competes on of this junior year. JT also was but it also has made me a much is his accomplishments outside the school’s Mock Trial team, awarded All-Section honors. better swimmer.” of the pool. Despite the many where he assumes the role of “We were really excited Along with his achieve- rigorous hours spent training a lawyer, along with competing and felt we were ready to take ments on the relay team, JT has and competing in the water, JT as part of the school’s Model on states,” related Nangle, talk- mastered his backstroke, having has been able to maintain a high Congress roster. As JT makes ing about the relay team prior grade point average, even with the transition into his senior year, to attending States. “I myself this event and setting a school his taking numerous Advanced all are eager to see him continue * record and a personal record. Placement level courses. Al- his winning ways in the pool. Promising Varsity Tennis Squad Hits The Courts Logan Schwartz Staff Writer The Harrison Varsity Ten- Chen manages to hold his own son to earn himself a spot on the pairing has its own unique style nis Team, though somewhat in such matches. His grit and will team as a singles player. of play and chemistry, which young, comes into the season to win sets the tone for the rest Kosta had some help ob- makes communication vital to with high expectations. Led by of the team. The 2011 season the success of the pairing. Coach Sam Fishman, and Cap- is Chen’s fourth season on the spot, as an injury prevented Cap- Exhibition players include tains Brandon Ellis and Bennett varsity tennis team as a singles tain Brandon Ellis from retaining Matthew Weinreb, Adam Ko- Wissak, the team features only player. his third singles title. Ellis, who hutnicki, Danny Johanson, and one senior. In addition, it is in This is not to say that will have limited use of his left Angelo Nardulli, who are still perhaps the toughest division in second singles player junior wrist for much of the season, important to the team as they Westchester, which means fac- Andrew Smithline’s job is any deferred his spot to Kosta, and is factor in to help boost the team’s ing annual powerhouses such easier. While he must play the overall morale. This young team as Byram Hills, Blind Brook, opponents’ second best player, Co-Captain Bennett Wissak. has high hopes, and now it is up Horace Greeley and Fox Lane many of those are still often Although being a doubles to the team to execute well on High Schools. ranked high in the state. This is player may not sound as impres- the court. Perhaps the toughest task Andy’s third year on the varsity sive as being a singles player, “We’re a very young team, in the season ahead belongs to squad, and second season as doubles is just as important to trying to build talent for future #! a singles player. The third and the match as singles is. Other years,” said Brandon Ellis. “We Chen who, match after match, double pairings include Charlie are trying to improve every day, must play the opposing team’s sophomore: Kosta Teverovsky. Hayden and Grant Wissak, Dan- *R best player. Often, this means Kosta played doubles last year, iel Morgen and Lucas Pettinato, we can go far in the Section challenges against some of the but has worked on and improved } tournament this year.” best players in the state; yet his game enough in the offsea- Logan Schwartz. Each doubles

Husky Herald - Page 32 Twin Wins Start Husky Baseball Season Ray Corona Sports Editor

After an impressive sea- lation of over 200 hits. This year, arella have recorded an RBI and Against Keio, the Huskies % 8Q the Huskies must overcome the a stolen base. Senior Brendan would be in a different situation. making a deep run into the play- loss of Mike DeLacy who hit .431 O’Shea too has contributed to Unlike their high scoring open- offs, the boys of the 2010-2011 for the season, and Goh Ogura this 2-0 start with a game winning ing day game, this one turned Varsity Baseball Team have high who was in the top three for the RBI-single against Pleasantville. out to be a pitching duel. In this expectations. one Max Bruckner took “When you lose a power the mound against the hitter like DeLacy and an ace Unicorns and had to in Eklund, it hurts,” says senior be lights out in order shortstop Michael Jacobson, to lead the Huskies to “But we really have developed victory. and grown. I know that these new In the top of players can make an impact.” the fifth, senior Nick With the new squad Lovinger would drive consisting of three sophomores, in Peter Viscogliosi to seven juniors and seven seniors, give the Huskies a 1-0 it will be a test for the Huskies lead. From there the \ Huskies never looked But many believe that despite the back. Bruckner would wide range of age, the Huskies go on to pitch a com- plete game shutout, the stretch. picking up six strikeouts Senior pitchers include along the way. Mike Jacobson, along with Brian As the Huskies Lobel, who has become a key get ready to face the contributor late in games. Also in Sacred Heart Irish on the mix is the elite Max Bruckner, This year’s talented Varsity Baseball team. Courtesy of Peter Viscolosi April 13, it will be impor- who pitched a complete game tant that they continue shutout against Keio on April 4, Huskies in doubles. But as those “I love the intensity that with their hot start. and southpaw Michael Forgione. players leave, new arrive such as this team plays with,” said Nick Alex Beckett who was part ]_ sophomore Austin Pollack, who Lovinger, himself a part of this of last year’s Huskies roster, sees this new and improved rotation. went 2 for 5 against Pleasantville strong lineup. “We don’t take a positive change this year. “It’s great to know that @&› any game for granted, whether O”#- these guys have your back when Pipitone. the team is undefeated or hasn’t dent right now, which is making won a game; we play at a very, us play better,” Alex noticed. very high level.” “When we started 6-7 last year, The Huskies have started it was a challenge for us to re- the season with two victories, bound. Now with a head start, winning their season opener for there’s no catching up.” &''†8') The Huskies have season. Against Pleasantville, much to looking forward to this %%8( year. The team will play in Disney year, the Huskies struggled against Byram Hills, Rye, and early on, as the Panthers started John Jay during the break week the game off with a 5-0 lead. of April 17-19. Other notable After cutting the Pleasantville upcoming games include their lead to four after scoring in the season finale against Rye at third inning, the Huskies found Silver Lake Park. themselves in a hole as they went deeper in the game. In the \ erupted to score 3, cutting the Bruckner delivers the heat. Courtesy of Max Bruckner Panther lead within one. But you’re struggling,” he said. “I Along with these rising the Panthers responded with two know that we have the experi- prospects are the stars of the runs in the sixth and seventh, - lineup. Already, catcher Alex and the Huskies trailed by three. * Beckett has made an impact af- As the bases were loaded with P ter his bases clearing double with two outs and two strikes, Alex But what brought success two outs and two strikes to tie Beckett was able to deliver with to the Huskies last year was hit- that game against Pleasantville. a bases clearing double. The *€ ting. The team was able to have Similar to Beckett, many of the Huskies ultimately would prevail Courtesy of Michael Jacobson an average of .306, a .427 slug- seniors have started off hot. Both with a game-winning single by ging percentage and an accumu- Michael Jacobson and Mike Chi- Brendan O’Shea in the eleventh.

Husky Herald - Page 33 Laxmen Looking for A Championship Danny Cuneo Staff Writer It’s a new year, which to provide an additional spark to an offense and defense should al- means a new season for the offense that should be formidable low the Huskies to right the ship Harrison Lacrosse program. De- this upcoming season. until these two key contributors \R 8%% On the defensive side, the can return from injury. Huskies are loaded with talent. The best quality about Huskies look to claim a winning Seniors Duke Alvora, Mike Callari, this Husky team is that it re- record, and hopefully a Sectional €›} sponds well to adversity, es- championship. lead a stout defense, which, if not pecially with its deep class Last year was one of both for Alvora’s severe knee injury of seniors. The Huskies, with great highs and lows. Early in the last season, would surely have that senior leadership from the season, the Huskies gained some improved in most defensive stats. likes of Alex Acompara, James ground overall and went on a three Sophomores Robert Waldman Tirella, Spencer Klein, as well “ game winning streak, starting the and Robert Mackenzie also bring as other experienced players, snapshot is a force to be reckoned season at an impressive 3-1. The some young varsity experience will aid the Huskies’ season-long with, and will add even more of- Huskies’ winning ways soon journey. These seniors \R have fought the varsity deep offense. Kevin Imperia adds the season on a six game los- battles before, and their [ insight and experience that is unmatched. Imperia also under .500 and 3-5 overall in will be crucial to the de- shows great scoring ability that the league. velopment of younger complements his quickness when Yet the Huskies are look- stars on the team. breaking away from defenders. ing to avenge the turmoil of The new feeling This should suit him well on the seasons past and they begin around this year’s effort varsity level. this new campaign with high ex- is not only attributed So far this season, the Hus- pectations. Veteran head coach to the change in the kies have started off 1-2 with their Bruce Kinisky has brought Har- calendar, but the addi- only win against Stepinac, 6-4. rison lacrosse to its current state tion of incoming talent. Impressive performances were of success and popularity. He’s The newcomers to this seen from freshman Jake Marino a coach who combines disci- varsity team have the (“ pline and a commitment to the skills to provide the winning 9 of his 14 face-offs. After sport that he instills in his play- Huskies with quality their 1-0 start, the Huskies have ers to get his team to perform at minutes this season. dropped 2 straight against Byram an optimal level. The Huskies _[ Juniors Jacob Temkin, Hills and Fox Lane. Although the are helmed by senior leading All photos courtesy of Tony Conigliaro Jared Cummins, and 1-2 start, many of the Huskies are goal scorer Alex Acompora, who into the lineup, along with fresh- Luke Wolf are all highly capable still optimistic about the future. had 35 goals in 2010, and senior man Mike Amicucci. Goalie Tony members of the team who per- “Our team this year has a Brandon Bonistall, who led the Conigliaro, a three year starter, formed well in their roles on lot of potential,” said junior Brian %) will be steadily entrenched in the defense at the JV level. Temkin in Lauro. “We have a very good se- added 32 goals. Both Acompara Huskies’ net this season, and will particular stands out, considering nior lineup and two new coaches and Bonistall have unprecedented be accompanied by competing his size and prominent physical that should help us do very well.” quickness and high powered shots junior Zack Davidoff. Both of these play at the JV level. Look for that Matt Karpf agreed. that are bound to lead the Huskies’ young men are talented defense- to continue on varsity. Long-stick “I think we have a chance to scoring efforts again this upcom- men who should be able to replace middie Eric Fuerst is also a great go pretty far,” he noted. “Coach ing season. They lead by example, \ addition, as he adds phenomenal K has turned around the whole as they both are prominent leaders Huskies defensive lines of 2011. versatility to the middie lines as program and we look like a really who perform well. No season comes without a quick defender patrolling the solid team, so we just need to put The Huskies are bringing adversity, and the Huskies already the pieces together and execute.” back a very capable offense, along are facing a heavy injury front. When Brian Lauro returns The players’ optimism will with returning goal scorers Jake Senior Duke Alvora and Junior from injury he also will be a phe- be a key in their success this year, Marino, Rob Mulderrig, and Sam Brian Lauro both will be out for nomenal player, with his quickness particularly in handling whatever “ multiple weeks to deal with respec- and size. Three additional guys adversity arises throughout the more goals last year. They return tive injuries. Charlie Shugrue, the who really excelled on the JV level season. It’s a necessary attitude very talented of- were goalie Zack Davidoff, attack- that elevates a team to the top of fensive threat who man Dean Brancucci, and middie its section. A good turnout from played for Harrison Kevin Imperia. Davidoff, who was fans would also boost the team’s \ a veritable brick wall in goal his spirits. struck with a shoul- past two years as a JV goalie, will The Huskies should be bet- der injury, is now compete for the starting spot in ter than ever this year, and with a at Salisbury, which goal with senior Tony Conigliaro, fresh group of underclassmen is a blow to the who has been ensconced in goal joining a talented and experi- Harrison offense. since his freshman year. Dean enced senior class contingent, Although this pres- Brancucci is an attackman people they should surprise a number of ents a challenge should know about; he destroyed Section 1 competitors with their to the Huskies, the JV competition last year as the incredible depth the leading goal scorer on a success- performance this season. ›}€ team has on both ful JV team. Dean’s left-handed

Husky Herald - Page 34 Who’s Your Caddy? Zaid Speaks Alexa Coloccia (Continued from Back Page) Staff Writer The harder you work during a work- how I felt. You have to go where Although most of the out, the better your times will be. you are going to be comfortable. attention for golf has been on the boys’ side, fans of Harrison golf HH: Has anyone inspired you HH: In Binghamton, what are should shift gears to the new and to keep up with the sport? you planning to major in? improved girls’ golf team. With Mike ZAD: My friends have definite- ZAD: I’m not sure yet, Callaro, a worker and player at ly inspired me. Watching pro- maybe engineering. Westchester Hills, leading the way for these girls, the team hopes that Lily Aslanian perfects her swing. its drastic improvements can result Courtesy of Lily Aslanian in immediate success. The girls ~!\ are also lucky to have a proven on the practice schedule. “We are leader in senior Lily Aslanian, very successful at multitasking at who was the sole member of the all aspects of golf and because girls’ squad last year. Although of that, we’ve really developed.” it will take some time, the team The increase in play hopes that they can work hard for these girls has truly been this year in order to prepare and a benefit. Many made the pave the way for future success. transition from relaxed golfers “It’s important that all the to serious competitors. Taylor girls get a feel for golf,” says Gillespie has seen an increase Aslanian. “Depending on the in her quality of play this season. group though, we could have some “I’ve really elevated my success later into the season.” game from the countless hours Ever since tryouts, the girls’ of practice,” Taylor said. “I just Courtesy of Coach Zanot squad has been working hard. can’t wait to play other schools so The team of 13 has practiced fessional athletes and seeing that I can get the full experience the times they have has defi- HH: What are you look- three days per week, working of competitive golf.” nitely kept my motivation up. ing forward to most next year, on all the major aspects of golf The biggest thing to watch both in school and track? such as driving and putting. The for this year’s girls’ golf team is the HH: What events do ZAD: Well, I hope that I can get team is very fortunate to be able progression. Many of these girls you typically run in? better at both! I really hope that to practice around some of the have potential, but now it is just a ZAD: I usually run the I can make the Track and Field best golf courses in Westchester. matter of seeing if they can use it. 100-meter dash, the 200-me- Youth Olympics team in 2012 for “I love how every day Coach Callaro ter dash, the 300-meter dash, Iraq. For those of you that do not we work on a new thing,” said has been impressed. and the 400-meter dash. know, I am originally from Iraq. “It’s always tough to have some of these girls just start HH: What made you HH: Where do you see competitive play when they’ve choose Binghamton? yourself in five years? played for fun their whole lives,” ZAD: Binghamton is just one of ZAD: I wish I knew, but my dream he said. “I see a positive attitude those places where, as soon as you is to be a professional athlete. I step onto the campus, you know don’t know if that dream is even in the girls and know that they all are capable of success. They that you belong there, and that is possible, but I really hope it is. The Girls’ Golf Team Courtesy of Lily Aslanian have the skills; it’s up to them now. Golfers Driving For Success

Matt Cysner Staff Writer

The Harrison High School the team’s top two players. Both should be a very exciting season.” but the rest of the spots are up for Boys Golf Team is not a team think that the team will do better The season has gotten grabs. The spots are dependent that is always on people’s minds. this year than last. Last year off to a rough start thus far. As on how well each person plays in However, it is improving each year the team did well; however, they of this writing, the team has lost the match before and in practices. and this year looks promising. The did not win the league. They X “Golf is exciting because team is made up of 13 boys, 11 of beat Rye twice during the sea- Country Day and John Jay. Still, we get to compete against some which are in the high school (two son, one time by a single stroke. the team remains optimistic, ex- of the best golfers in the area,” are middle schoolers). The boys This year the team expects pecting to improve as the season says Junior JT Nangle, “plus we on the team are Michael DiTursi, to outperform last year’s team. continues. The team has prac- play on a lot of different courses.” Nate Berman, Matt Shaffer, Kevin Although the team lost quite a ticed at Westchester Country The golf team has a lot of Dario, Anthony Brown, Jeff Ebert, few seniors to graduation, the Club and the Westchester Golf prospects and with that kind of up- Brett Saviano, Greg VanTongeren, current lineup remains strong. Range in Elmsford, but now the side, a promising season is ahead. Kyle Martino, Andrew Clokey, “A goal of the team is to win team has matches to be played. JT Nangle, Jake Trotta and Phil the league, and also to beat Rye The top three spots on the Milana. The captains, Michael the both times that we play them,” team are secured by Mike DiTursi, DiTursi and Nate Berman, are said Captain Michael DiTursi. “It Nate Berman, and Matt Shaffer, Husky Herald - Page 35 The Rundown On Spring Track Ray Corona Sports Editor In what may be the most boys’ squad should be more than the 100-meter dash and the in the long jump, where his underrated spring sport, the ready for the new season. 400-meter hurdles. As for the talents were quickly recognized spring track squad has by his coaches and peers. plenty of potential to make Underclassmen such as a run for States. The sophomore Ryo Inkio have bounteous talent from this been impressive also in the group, on both the boys 400-meter race. and girl squads, makes it “We really know quite a memorable group that we’re capable of great for Coaches Mr. and Mrs. things,” says Ryo Inkyo, Zanot, Coach Simon, and [O Coach Pellet. This group really is no excuse for us to makes it mark on events fail this year.” such as the triple long jump, On the girls’ side, the 100-meter dash, and several have made the 400-meter hurdles. But their mark on what is a what most people should talented squad. Junior look out for is the boys’ 4x1 Nina Sarmiento has taken relay team, featuring the charge, leading with her elite group of seniors Zaid strong performances in the Al-Doori, Rob Merritt, Joe 400-meter hurdles, one of Papa with Gary Castelli and the toughest events. Similar junior Jacob Seidman. to the boys, the girls have Even with all this depth. Sophomores Hannah talent, this team will still Nina Sarmiento takes the relay from Hannah Hochman Courtesy of Coach Zanot Hochman, Erika Gunderson need to work hard in order and Ashley DelliPaoli have to get back to their winning ways. “It’s tough to come team’s star Zaid Al Doori, he has done their jobs competing in the “It’s just great that we’ve so close,” says junior Jacob competed in many of these same 100- and 200-meter races, along bonded so well throughout our Seidman, “All we can do now is events, but specializes in the with the 400-meter event. years together,” says Joe Papa. pick ourselves up and keep on 400-meter, the race for which he “We are just so motivated “I really can’t complain and no running.” went to States. with a great coach and great matter, win or lose, I’m going to But the boys can have What truly makes this teammates,” says Hannah, remember these guys.” high hopes to not only make it to boys’ squad impressive is the adapting well to her second year On the boys’ side, the States, but to win it all. There’s talent beyond these four. Ben on spring track. “Although we are track squad has been depending a new setup this spring: now the Konigsberg was part of the 4x1 working hard to win, we are also on its seniors to lead the way, top two teams qualify for States, relay team in the winter, but having fun.” while also getting lucky with new whereas former it was just the top now focuses on the 100- and It will be exciting to see stars. During the winter season, 4x1 relay competition. Besides 200-meter dashes. Seniors how the season turns out for the boys’ 4x2 relay team came competing in this event, the Steve Ricciardi and Gary Castelli this talented group. Although it within one meet of heading to various relay team members also have made their mark in other seems like many of these stars States, losing to Mount Vernon compete in other events. Both categories. Steve has been are destined ultimately for States, by a mere .05 seconds. Now, Papa and Seidman compete in impressive in his competition for the hard work must still continue with an energized group that’s the 100- and 200-meter dashes, 8 in order to make the hype into loaded with extra motivation, the while Rob Merritt competes in Gary Castelli has been superb reality. An Interview With Zaid Al-Doori Meghan Molloy Staff Writer The chances of a high one of those selected. In the fall, just looking for the best athlete; they reason I got accepted into college. school athlete getting a chance to Zaid will be attending SUNY Bing- are looking for someone that will play at the varsity level in college hamton on a track scholarship. The best represent their school at com- HH: For how long are very slim and those chances get Husky Herald recently caught up petitions, which is why not every have you done track? even slimmer when you talk about with Zaid to get his feelings about great athlete can get a scholarship. ZAD* getting a scholarship. Track and Track and Field, the future, and when I was a sophomore, but ever Field is one of the hardest areas in what it takes to get a scholarship. HH: What do you like about running? since I was a child I was very active. which to be awarded a scholarship Husky Herald: Why is it ZAD: * Soccer was one of my favorite sports from the NCAA because there is so hard for men to get schol- that it is very tiring, but in the end, and I still play from time to time. so much competition, especially arships for Track and Field? it is all worth it because it gives me HH: Where do you find the amongst boys. Only a handful of Zaid Al-Doori: Well it’s very com- the motivation to be better and to strength to keep running scholarships are handed out per petitive and there are many track achieve my goals of running faster when the workouts are hard? year, yet this year, Harrison High athletes that need the money to go times. It just feels good when I am ZAD: I get the motivation from know- School senior Zaid Al-Doori was to college. Also, colleges are not running. Also, running is the main ing that in the future, it will all pay off. (Continued on Page 35)