The Cider Press Once an Applemen, Always an Applemen Volume XV, Issue I Musselman High School, Inwood, WV October 2017 Applemen show their spirit!

Seniors win the spirit stick after raucous pep assembly In This Issue: Monday: Tuesday: Into Wednesday: Thursday: Sto- Friday: Spirit Roughin’ it the Woods Camp Counsel- ries Around the Day School News - Pgs 2 & 3 or and Scouts Campfire Day New Teachers - Pgs 4 & 5 Freshmen 50 25 25 25 50 Sophomore 25 50 50 50 25 - Pgs 6 - 9 Junior 75 75 100 75 75 Senior 100 100 75 100 100 Entertainment - Pg 10

Senior Junior Sophomore Freshmen Editorial - Pg 11 1625 1400 1225 700 Total Scores Fun Page - Pg 12 October 2 Cider Press School News Your 2017 Renaissance Class Officers by David Robertson Cards Ladies and gentlemen, the by Kara Rowe votes are in and have been tallied. Your 2017-2018 class officers have There are new Renais- been elected. If you want to get in- sance card levels this year. Each volved to help your class capture the nine weeks you will get a Re- spirit stick, contact your class officers. naissance card. Your level will For the freshmen, Chase be determined by your GPA and Kipps is your President. By his side is attendance from the previous Hailey Ritzenthaler as VP. The fresh- nine weeks. It is the student’s man class secretary is Natalie Ballo, responsibility to keep it. If you Now servicing the TRI-STATE AREA! and, finally, the freshmen’s treasurer lose your Renaissance card, it is Madison Butts. This will be the will not be replaced. There are www.marylandhvacr.com no suspensions on any level of freshman’s first spirit week and most 1-855-410-8324 are excited to see what it is like here at the card. The levels are as fol- Musselman on a Spirit day. lowed: The sophomore class has some familiar last names in it. With Platinum- 14 bubbles Maryland Heating & Air, LLC secretary we have Cade Miller, and 4.0+ GPA and perfect atten- 6400 Frankford Avenue, Suite #12, Baltimore, Md as president, we have Aleynah Miller. dance & NO tardies to school 21206 Kenley Campbell will be treasurer and as VP, Janaia Fargo will support Gold- 12 bubbles and be by the side of President Aley- 3.5+ GPA and 2 or less absences Important news for nah Miller. & NO tardies to school Bunker Hill High School & Musselman High School Alum- The Junior’s president is a ni familiar face and that is none other Silver- 10 bubbles (This means you, Class of 2018!) than Randy McFarland. He looks to 3.0+ GPA and 2 or less absences lead the juniors to perhaps upset the & 2 or less tardies to school The annual alumni banquet will be held May 12, 2018 at seniors and win the spirit stick. Au- 5:00 p.m., tumn Seal is the Junior class VP and Iron- 8 bubbles in the high school cafeteria. Cole Kleppner is the Secretary. Allison 2.0+ GPA and 2 or less absences Berg will be in charge of the money as & 3 or less tardies to school If your parents are alumni and wish to receive a reminder she was elected as the Treasurer. and an invitation to this event, make sure they pay their Now, finally the Seniors. Your Bronze- 6 bubbles 2017-2018 alumni association dues! 2017-2018 Senior Class President is NO F’s and 2 or less absences & Amanda Peer. Helping her along her 3 or less tardies to school Dues are just $5.00 per alumnus and can be mailed to the side is none other than Riannah Fio- Alumni Association at PO Box 154, Inwood, WV 25428. rilli. Taylor Lucas is the senior class Brass- 4 bubbles secretary and Sarah Mullins is the 3.0+ GPA Don’t forget - May 12, 2017. senior treasurer. Nickel- 2 bubbles Come and join us!!! This year’s officers have some 2 or less absences & 3 or less new and familiar faces as these 4 tardies to school classes square off for the spirit stick. Banquet is free for members of Class of 2018! Good luck to all classes. October 3 Cider Press School News Sports Management class steps up its game by Andy Hornbeak Management students stay busy. The Homecoming dance Not many people can make it to list of jobs is added on to as they need. an enchanting evening a professional sports team, but you're in The class is still young, and luck. Musselman's Sports Management the kinks aren't worked out. Millner is by JP Murphy played newer music.” class, taught by Mr. Basile, gives you a hopeful to see the class promoted more On Saturday, September 30 The Homecoming court for chance to look at all the responsibilities in the future and more teams getting from 8 to 11 in the Musselmen caf- the seniors consisted of Amanda a manager of a sports team could have. involved. Since football is the school's eteria Homecoming was held for the Peer and Jacob Northcraft for prince There's a new teacher with new activi- biggest , Millner hopes to see students to attend! and princess. For the junior class we ties and new methods. Will the class help them expand and take care of as many This year‘s Homecoming had Jada Dixon and Cole Kleppner. grow the popularity of all sports? sporting events as they can. theme was known as the “Enchanted The sophomore class consisted of Senior Nick Millner is excited However, Millner seemed Forest”. Leadership members helped Kade Miller and Erica Avery. The about some of the perks that come with very happy that Mr. Basile decided to set up the decorations for the dance. freshman class had Skyler Brown the class. "You get some nice polos, and take on the class. "I think Coach Basile “Setting up was a very stressful experi- and Kegan Teets. I like learning how to set up different is a great teacher and is enthusiastic ence but worth it in the end,” said Overall, the students en- sporting events correctly." about the class and what we're doing," Madison Staub. joyed their time! “Dancing with all Each student in the class receives Millner added. The music at the dance was my friends” was the most enjoyable a pass that gets you into games for free. It’s a fun class for sports lovers provided by DJ Phantom Shadows. part for Kaitlyn Morgan. Millner added, "I like to work at the to engage in, and the class loves how “Most of the songs were outdated, Madison Staub said that her sporting events. It gives a good sense of it's seventh period this year. It seems “claimed Sophomore Jalyn Brant. favorite part was “singing country school spirit." like a relaxing and sporty way to end Sophomore Kaitlyn Morgan roads with all of her friends!” Stu- Once you get your pass and your the day. Not many students are in the agreed and added, “They should have dents are looking forward to next polo, it's off to work. From organizing class, but Millner urges people to sign played more faster songs.” Madison year‘s homecoming and many more South Berkeley youth sports teams, to up, saying it’s a fun experience. Staub also thought, “they should’ve to come! catering to refs, and even security, Sports October 4 Cider Press Fresh Faces Mrs. Jarrett Mrs. Long aka Coach A Where are you from? Born: Tulsa, Oklahoma Grew up: Winfield, WV, Putnam County Where are you from? Where did you teach before coming to Musselman Wheeling, WV High School? Where did you teach before coming to Musselman? 2000-2002 Musselman Middle School I coached collegiate woman’s then taught English at MuHS from 2010-2013 Bunker Hill Elementary 2010-2015 and Charles Town MS Library Media Specialist 2015-2017. 2013-2015 South Middle School What are your hobbies outside of school? 2015-2017 North Middle School Reading, binge watching the Hart of Dixie, play- What are your hobbies outside of school? ing in a men’s basketball league on Sundays and Outdoors Hiking, Biking, Games with kids telling Mr. Long what to do. Family fun Do you have any favorite TV shows/books/mov- Reading ies? Do you have any favorite TV shows/ Books/ Movies? TV: Hart of Dixie, Elementary, Sleepy Hallow, I love to read suspense, drama and thrillers, Grisham, Documentaries. Books: Americas First Daughter, Cook, Patterson, Koontz, King, etc. Low Country, Summer, Kitchen House. Movies: Action Movies The Minions What college did you attend? What college did you attend? Shepherd The University of North Carolina at Greensboro What classes do you teach? What classes do you teach? Math I and Math II Library What inspires you? What inspires you? My children, My husband, and My students. Mr. Collings and his positive outlook on life. Waking up every day inspires me to make it count Do you have a message for Musselman students? Do you have a message for the Musselman students? Enjoy your high school years because once you graduate you can’t go back! Never give up on yourself. Be patient but persistent and active in your educational and And read a book… It won’t kill you!! personal development. We are constantly a work in progress, but take ownership and work for your dreams. Mrs. McKahan Where are you from? Officer Wilmer Where are you from? Maryland Summit Point, WV Did you work at any other schools before Musselman? If so, which schools? Where did you teach before coming to Mus- Musselman years ago and Hedgesville selman High School? What are your hobbies outside of school? Blue ridge Community and Technical College Cars and landscaping What are your hobbies outside of school? Do you have any favorite TV shows/books/movies? Reading, walking, scrapbooking, refurbishing Fast and Furious furniture What made you want to work for the police force? Do you have any favorite TV shows/ books/ Followed the footsteps of father who was a deputy in Maryland movies? What other jobs did you have before law enforcement? Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Wooff Golds Gym and Best Buy What college did you attend? What inspires you? Shepherd University and Tiffin University Helping people and seeing the good side of things What classes do you teach? English 9 Do you have a message for Musselman students? What inspires you? Treat other people the way you want to be treated and show respect Really great novels inspire me Do you have a message for Musselman Students? Always do your best academically, but most importantly, be nice to each other October 5 Cider Press Fresh Faces Mrs. Parks Mr. Smith Where are you from? Inwood, WV Where did you teach before coming to Musselman High Where are you from? Glengary, WV school? Mountain Ridge Middle for the last three years and Where did you teach before coming to Mus- Musselman Middle one year before that. selman? What are your hobbies outside of school? Coaching football, Washington High School working out and hanging out with my wife and dog. What are your hobbies outside of school? Do you have any favorite TV shows/books/movies? Game of Gardening, planning youth activities with my church, reading, spending time with my Thrones, Walking Dead and Last Chance U. daughter What college did you attend? University. Do you have any favorite TV shows/ books/ What classes do you teach? Health and PE. movies? What inspires you? Leadership and the attempt to better your- Books: The Great Gatsby self and others daily. Peom: “The Road Not Taken” by Robert Frost Do you have a message for Musselman students? Enjoy your Movie: Girls Just Wanna have Fun time here. Not all high schools are as tight knit and have as The Breakfast Club much pride as we do. You will make memories that will last a Fems Buellers Day Off lifetime here. What classes do you teach? English 10 What inspires you? Positivity, My Faith in Christ Do you have a message for Musselman students? Where are you from? Hedgesville, WV Mr. Ditto Appreciate the little things, Choose joy Where did you teach before coming to Musselman High School? I taught Earth and Space Science at Spring Mills High School from January to June 2017. What are your hobbies outside of school? I like to play Mr. Bates guitar and banjo. I also like to hunt, fish, and hangout outside. I love any excuse to go on an adventure in the woods. Do you have any favorite TV shows/books/movies? Where are you from? Berryville, VA Game of Thrones books and movies. Where did you teach before coming to Musselman High What college did you attend? Shepherd University. School? Millbrook High School. What classes do you teach? Forensic Science and Biology. What re your hobbies outside of school? Coaching basketball. Do you have any favorite TV shows / books/movies? Any/All sports. What college did you attend? Valdosta Welcome State University Valdosta, GA. What classes do you teach? Life skills, English, Science, Math, Social skills. to the What inspires you? Changing lives for the better. Applemen family!! Do you have a message for Musselman students? Good grades are a stepping stone towards getting into college, getting a job and eventually getting a good job. October 6 Cider Press Sports Let’s Goooo Mountaineers! Applemen football aims by Cameron Medler The West Virginia University for playoffs offense is led by quarterback Will Grier, by Kiersten Schleuss a transfer from Florida who threw for Musselman High’s 723 yards and only 1 interception in his football team is off to a great first two games this season. Another of- start and is pushing for anoth- fensive weapon for the mountaineers is er playoff run. WR Gary Jennings who had 281 receiv- The Musselman team is off ing yards and 3 touchdowns in the first to a 6-1 start with big wins two games also. over Morgantown, Chestnut On the defensive side of the ginia is in the big games their defense doesn’t always show up. West Virgin- Ridge, Hedgesville and Spring ball, Senior defensive back Kyzir White, Mills. They still have some big who is 6’2 216 pounds, has 12 tackles ia runs a 3 receiver set with a running back and a full back in the backfield. games remaining including a and 2 interceptions in just 2 games. home contest against the un- West Virginia’s top 3 most chal- On the other side of the ball, West both sides of the ball.” Virginia runs a 3-3-5 defense. defeated Martinsburg Bulldogs. lenging games of the 2017 football sea- The players have high ex- Wilson also agrees with son are #16 TCU , then at home against Musselman football play- Fox: “We have a lot of returners ers are excited about the upcoming pectations for this season. Senior Oklahoma State, and their season finale Jacob Northcraft said he hopes for, that have played for multiple years at #3 Oklahoma. So far in the season, football season. Senior Chris Fox said, and have a lot of experience.” “I’m excited to see transfer quarter- “Another home playoff game and a West Virginia has wins against East long run for the state championship There’s a lot of excitement coming Carolina, Delaware State and Kansas. back Will Grier and how he comes out from the players about this coming and if he fits in with a new offensive game in December.” For West Virginia, one of their strengths Seniors Cameron Medler season. is their pass game. system.” Wilson said, “I’m excited to Senior Cameron Shipley said, and Chris Fox and Junior Ethan In his first 3 games, quarterback Wilson agree with Northcraft and play Martinsburg and Hedgesville Will Grier passed for 1,027 yards. In “I like the weapons West Virginia has because they are two rival teams in this year and am excited to see what are excited for another home play- addition, their running game appears to off game. our conference.” be very strong, featuring senior run- they do.” Musselman has home The Mountaineers are hop- Coach Brian Thomas is working ning back Justin Crawford. In his first the kids hard at practice with the games remaining against Martins- 3 games, he rushed for 326 yards and 5 ing to make a lot of noise and make a burg and Preston. They will be on push for the Big 12 championship. hopes of reaching their goals. “My touchdowns, leading the big 12 confer- big goal is to go to the playoffs and the road against Hampshire, and ence. win some games, but the only way Washington. Come out and sup- One weaknesses for West Vir- we’re going to do that is if we get port the boys! better during practice so we have to practice really hard.” The team is relying on their returners and seniors for leadership. The offense is led by senior quarterback Chris Fox and running back Jacob North- craft. Clearing the way for them are offensive lineman, David Robertson, Cameron Shipley, Aaron Stambaugh, Jake Rife, and freshman Ethan Northcraft. Fox said, “We have a lot of returners and we are strong on October 7 Cider Press Sports Wrestlers get their own facility by Gabi Donham boys who need to cut weight. It also If you have been to the has mats that run along the walls in football field anytime in the last four case the wrestlers collide with the months, you have probably noticed walls. construction behind the visitor’s sec- Coach Burlingame hopes this tion. If you haven’t, there is a wres- will bring the Musselman tling building under construction Program to the top tier of this state’s behind the visitor’s bleachers at the wrestling programs. Burlingame’s fa- football field. vorite part of the building is the mat The Musselman Wrestling room itself because he loves the wall Program has been waiting four very mats that run along the walls. long years for The boys their own practice are excited about building, and on their new build- May 15th, 2017 ing too. They also they were final- say effort will be ly approved for saved without their dream come having to rollout true. Construction and rollup mats. officially started They can’t wait in June, and the for the season in building will be their new building done by mid-October. Most of the where they can play warmup games construction was done by Midnight to start practice. Corp. and funding was largely from Sophomore William “Boca” donations from Randy Smith. Kubovcik thinks the building will The building consists of a bring them together as a team and be locker room, mat room, coaches’ office a good place for team bonding. and bathroom. The locker room will Sophomore Joey Miller says also double as storage for the mats it will make it easier to make weight during football season when the build- during the season. ing is used for visiting football teams. “It is a true blessing from our The mat room is where the boys will community to be the first to have our practice. building,” said Junior Gabe Leopardi. Because the wrestling team He’s also excited about the build- has this building and is no longer in ing because now they don’t have to the cafeteria, they will save a lot of worry about people messing with time that was spent rolling out the their mats and stuff. mats at the beginning and rolling Overall the team seems them up at the end; they will be able happy to be out of the cafeteria where to dedicate more time to practice and they used to practice. They’re grate- improving their skills on the mat, as ful to have their new building and much as 45 minutes to an hour will be humbled that they have been given saved now that they have their build- the opportunity to train in one of the ing to practice in. nicest facilities in West Virginia. The mat room also has five heaters throughout the room for the October 8 Cider Press Sports Turf vs Grass Fields ready for another run by Rachael Ratliff by SaraBeth Edwards Martinsburg, on September 19th, The 2017-2018 Musselman Vol- Junior Jaden Gray made her 1,000 kill. Nowadays, we are leyball season started with a first place She is among an elite group of volley- seeing more and more turf fields finish. The team won the summer tour- ball athletes at Musselman to achieve replacing natural grass fields. nament at Phillip Barbour High School this honor. Congratulations Jaden! Turf fields are synthetic athletic in Philippe, WV. The volleyball program has high fields. The question everyone The Applemen girls defeated hopes again this year to appear at the is asking though is which has Hedgesville, Philip Barbour, Wirt, and state tournament. The girls realize more benefits? Turf or grass? Morgantown. Then in early September, they need to practice hard, and visu- Turf fields require many they competed 6 hours away in Pigeon alize their next step. different kinds of maintenance. Forge, Tennessee. They finished 3rd out “We need to stay focused and For example, they have to be of 50 teams. take one game at a time,” said Senior watered because on sunny days After this accomplishment, leader Kira Williams. the turf reaches exceptionally they headed to Virginia Beach the next “It has been a fun ride so far,” high temperatures. This type of weekend for more volleyball. The girls Infections are also being saidthe other senior Haley Shelton heat also causes a lot of discomfort for played back to back matches all day, brought up a lot concerning turf “We want to represent Musselman the athletes playing on the field. and captured first place in their divi- fields. There was a report called, with dignity and respect in honor of According to the University sion! This was a huge win for the team, “Texas Football Succumbs to Viru- all those who have made the commit- of Arkansas, a recent study by the Na- and they were thrilled to bring home lent Staph Infections from Turf.” ment and won championships before tional Football League Players Asso- another 1st place trophy. This report recorded that a rate of us.” ciation showed more players preferred The next weekend it was on to 517 football players out of every “I have really enjoyed all of to play on natural grass. Out of 1,511 Cumberland Valley, PA to participate 100,000 had an antibiotic-resistant the traveling with my teammates current NFL players, 73% preferred at the Rally in the Valley tournament at staph infection. Skin abrasions on the whom I have been playing with since grass and 18% preferred turf with the Cumberland Valley High School. They turf fields were associated with these I was 10 years old. I will never forget other 9% having no preference. beat teams they had never defeated infections. all these memories I am making.” said Other factors that have been before, and they placed 3rd overall. Former Applemen soccer setter Meredith Lewis. showing up with turf fields are inju- For the last tournament in Sep- player Nathan Bryant sees benefits The team is not yet finished ries and infections. People think since tember, the team traveled to New York and drawbacks to turf fields. “Well, with their regular season. They have the turf fields’ surfaces are harder, that City, where they played in the Immacu- on turf the fields grass is always cut matches against Spring Mills, Mar- they will increase injury. late Heart tournament. Competition short so you can move a lot quicker. tinsburg and Jefferson yet to come. According to sportswithoutin- was intense, but as always, Musselman But that means the ball moves Let’s give the love and support to our jury.com, in 2015 FIFA demanded represented well. quicker too, which can be a good or Musselman Volleyball girls as they the Women’s World Cup be played Back home Musselman vol- bad thing,” said Bryant. journey toward their 6th state title. Go completely on artificial turf. Some leyball is currently undefeated against Bryant is torn when it comes Applemen! top players were not happy about local teams. During the match with to which one he prefers best. “I like this decision. These players gathered turf because the game is fast paced 23,159 signatures for the tournament and the field is nicer. But, I like grass to be played on grass. Their reasoning because if I fall or slide, it won’t hurt was they were afraid of artificial turf as bad. So I guess I don’t really pre- injuries. Also, they filed a gender dis- fer one over the other.” crimination lawsuit because the men’s This topic of grass or artifi- World Cup tournament has always cial turf shouldn’t end anytime soon been played on grass fields. But the with more and more high schools women did not win and FIFA refused installing turf fields. Who knows? to move the games to grass fields. Musselman might even put one in They insisted there was no greater risk eventually. of injuries on the artificial turf fields. October 9 Cider Press Entertainment fans excited for MLB playoffs NFL season kicks off highly anticipated. by Ronan Turner by Jaymar Gladney such as junior Cam Williams, watch The other National League The 2017 Major League Base- when they have time on their busy matchup will be the Los Angeles Students and teachers that ball regular season has finally come to Sundays. “I try to. I’m busy usually but Dodgers going up against the winner enjoy the great game of football are an end and the playoff matchups are when I can, I do. I really enjoy watching of the NL Wild Card game, the Ari- excited for the ongoing season. The set! Odell; he’s very fun to watch.” The 0-4 zona Diamondbacks. NFL season is already in week five The long season included Giants are playing poorly and they do Playing in the American and the action continues to ratchet incredible rookie campaigns from not look like a playoff contender. “They League will be the Cleveland Indians up. There is only one unbeaten team Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees are not looking very good. They’ll and the winner of the AL Wild Card and four winless teams. and Cody Bellinger of the Los Angeles probably go 7-9,” said Williams. game, the New York Yankees. The Here at Musselman High Dodgers, a twenty-two-game winning Mrs. Parks, a new teacher here final two teams, The Boston Red Sox School, many people claim differ- streak from the Cleveland Indians at Musselman, has a couple of teams and the Houston Astros will be match- ent teams as their favorite. Junior late in the season, and a record setting she supports. “I like the Redskins, but ing up as well. Jabari Jones said, “I’ve always been 6,105 homeruns hit by the entire MLB. will root for the Packers as well. I think In preparation for these a Steelers fan. Most of my family is The leaders of the American the Redskins will come short of the playoffs avid baseball fan Assistant from Pennsylvania, so I picked it up League are: The Boston Red Sox, The playoffs, but Green Bay will probably Principal Jason Kamlowsky shared his from them.” The Steelers are 3-1 right Cleveland Indians, and The Houston go deep in the playoffs.” favorite postseason memory. “It was now, only losing to the Bears. Jones Astros. The leaders of the National The NFL is back in action and game 3 of the National League Divi- believes the Steelers will finish with a League are: The Washington Na- you’ll hear plenty of football talk in the sion Series between the Pittsburgh 15-1 record. tionals, The Chicago Cubs, and The hallways of Musselman. Pirates and the St. Louis Cardinals. My A large portion of our school Los Angeles Dodgers, not including sister, two of our good friends, and I watches football. Many students, the two Wild Card teams from both got free tickets in the upper deck, and leagues, which would be the New Francisco Liriano was starting for the York Yankees and the Arizona Dia- Pirates. Pedro Alvarez drove in the mondbacks. Alumni “Apple” Paint Event game winning run in the 8th inning. It This postseason is looking to was the loudest stadium I’ve ever been be one of the most exciting in many in and it was definitely an experience years with teams such as the Arizona I’ll always remember,” said Kam- Diamondbacks and the New York Check your calendars and plan to join the alumni association on lowsky. Yankees getting their first chance at Sunday, November 5th for their 3rd “Apple” Paint Event! Students have their own ideas postseason play in quite some time. of who will win the World Series. Se- First round matchups of teams like the Alumnae Bonnie Shirley will lead participants to create stark nior Chris Poe and junior Trey Junkins 2016 World Series Champion Chicago branches of a wintery apple tree with one lone apple clinging both put their faith in the Washington Cubs and the National League East to an icy branch. Nationals to come out on top. Division winning Washington Nation- This October is definitely going to be als are among many matchups that are Cost for the event is $35.00 per painter. Proceeds will benefit the Alum- an exciting one for baseball fans. ni Scholarship Program, which awards $500 scholarships to selected Musselman High School seniors.

A minimum of 20 prepaid participants is required by Friday, October 20.

Should the minimum number of attendees not be met by October 20, all prepaid reservations will be fully refunded.

Check out the alumni association website (http://www.musselma- nalumni.com/) and Facebook page for a look at Bonnie’s painting! October 10 Cider Press Entertainment It is a good movie by Hunter Clark The king of horror, Stephen antagonist, King’s story “It” has left a new gen- Pennywise. He eration of people terrified! is complete- After watching the new “It” ly terrifying. remake of an old miniseries, many With the way viewers went home amazed and he spits while terrified. I, myself, was one of those talking, to his people. glowing eyes, First off, the main characters you will be were lovable and had lots of depth. horrified. Custom Screen Printing & Embroidery Some of them outshined others, but The that is not a big deal. movie did a great job with how his The movie, unlike the miniseries, was body moved and made him feel just the main characters or The Losers unreal. It really added to the horror Club as children. I think this was a aspect. His movements made him out Know - How great idea because fitting that much of this world and made you wonder story into one movie would have it what was to come. feeling bare, and the director would By the end of the movie he You Can Rely On have to cut a lot out. was no longer scary as you and the The acting was great and Losers Club realized what was really each child did a fantastic job. going on. If I had any complaints about the In my opinion, this movie www.graphexp.com movie, I would have to say some was very well produced and directed. of the background and supporting “It” sets a new bar for future horror characters felt bland and just there. movies to come. If I had to rate this The main cast made up for it, but movie I would give it an 8.5 out of 10. 877-629-6012 some characters, such as the bullies I highly recommend this movie for for example, should have had more any horror movie lovers and especial- screen time and back story. ly for any clown haters out there. You Now, let’s talk about the won’t be sorry.

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Trump’s showdown The Cider Press - Editorial with North Korea Policy Editorials, reviews and by Emma Engelmen From the time I can remember, columns printed in The Cider North Korea and the United States Press are the individual views have had their problems and different and opinions of the writer and opinions on how to solve these prob- lems. So, what is our president trying not those of the newspaper to do to stop all this nonsense? staff, advisor or administra- President Donald Trump is tion. new to the whole “president” thing. In addition, The Cider His idea of stopping the leader of North Korea, Kim Jong-un, is to go Press welcomes editorials and to war if he has too. North Korea had letters to the editor from any multiple missile launches throughout student; however, we reserve these past months. President Trump told North Korea that if they were to the right to edit or even deny send a missile toward the U.S., that he publication if it conflicts with would declare war, meaning World the newspaper’s mission or the War 3 could happen, and no one wants the school and student code of that. North Korea sent a missile over conduct. our ally Japan. That not only made All editorials must be us mad, but it angered both Japan emailed to ccollings@k12. and South Korea. North Korea wants to sink Japan and reduce the U.S. to wv.us. No anonymous editori- “ashes and darkness.” als or letters to the editor will At the end of the day, I believe be published. North Korea won’t do anything to harm us. It is just a bunch of drama. We’ve been dealing with North Korea The Cider Press for a long time now. They have never done anything to us. They have been Technical Editors: Oscar Canfield and threatening to bomb us and start a war for years. Trump is only making them Chris Poe angrier at this point. Reporters: Hunter Clark, Gabi Don- There are several tweets he put ham, Emma Engelman, Braden Ep- out there saying that he is not worried person, Logan Fultz, Jaymar Gladney, about North Korea because he be- Emily Gregory, Trenton Hare, Andy lieves we can hurt them severally and Hornbeak, Katelyn Housley, dominate their country. North Korea’s Trey Junkins, Cameron Medler, JP leader thinks otherwise. I think Trump Murphy, Rachael Ratliff, David Rob- should just give it a rest, but I know he ertson, Cameron Rowe, Kara Rowe, won’t and there’s nothing anyone can do. Kiersten Schleuss, Ronan Turner, Abigail Wilt, Anna Wolf, SaraBeth Edwards, Noah Peyton October 12 Cider Press Fun Page