Edition 1 October 2018

[email protected] A Grand Day for Grandparents By Wonka Slothy family: dedicated to It was a day of fun, seeing to the spiri- family and faith as tual growth of their 1. Photo of Paraclete grandparents at mass. students at Para- children and grand- 2. Lauren Urmanski and grandparents enjoying the clete High School decorations. children. gathered for their This was evident as yearly Grandpar- hundreds of grand- Meet the ent’s day. Early parents arrived for on the morning of a school-wide mass, September 27, 2018 getting the chance to Editors student volunteers witness the faith of arrived on campus the younger genera- to begin directing tion they’ve helped traffic and finish the raise from infancy. school-wide decora- After mass, student tions for Grandpar- clubs performed for ent’s Day. the grandparents, Each year Paraclete proud to show-off celebrates one of their hard work. the most important After the perfor- parts of their school Editor-in-Chief aka Supreme Leader of Real Managing Editor, Kayline Scoles: mances the families mission: Spirit as News, Matt Nelsen: “[Insert Office quote here]” gathered under fall- Family. Spirit as “I write news. I do news good. I am news. Assistant Managing Editor, Giulianna themed decorations Family is dedicated Read my news.” Garcia: to have lunch togeth- to the growth of the Assistant Editor-in-Chief, Rachel Guzzetti: “ [insert clever quote here] “ er under pavilions faith community as “No comment.” or in the bedecked a whole, especially multipurpose room. within the family. Lunch was provided Grandparents are of- by the PPO and was R-E-S-P-E-C-T ten the cornerstone fantastic as usual. of faith within their By: Taylor Hardge Armstrong, and Chaka Khan performed at Aretha Franklin, also known as the “Queen the funeral service. of Soul” has passed away at the age of 76. You’re a Her Her body went on display on August 28, cause of death was due to advanced pancre- 2018, at Detroit's Charles H Wright atic cancer. On August 16, 2018, she died Museum of peacefully African American History. Her body lay in a Lizard Harry By: Ben Haering this sustenance, the surrounded by family and friends. golden coffin, perfectly crafted for the Queen reptile continued Aretha Franklin was the first woman admit- of In a cabinet of Room to stay in its new ted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, as Soul. 205 during the final well as habitat until the last two months of last day of school, when achieving more than 100 singles in the In addition to be a successful star, she was school year lived a a homeroom student Billboard charts. She has also received 18 also a big advocate for the civil rights move- new member of the released the lizard Grammy ment. Paraclete family: out into the wild. Awards and an additional 26 Grammy nomi- Civil rights icon and US Rep. John Lewis not a student nor nations for her various songs. recalled Franklin's "unwaver- teacher, but a bright Mrs. Keever ex- Aretha Franklin had a long and prosperous ing" commitment to the green lizard. plained that she did career. She will forever be remembered as an movement. inspiration to millions of people around not tell her classes The resident ap- about the lizard to the globe. She sang at the inauguration of She will forever be remembered as a legend- peared suddenly, out avoid it becoming, “a Barack ary woman. Aretha Franklin will live in our of nowhere. “I fed big thing.” No pic- Obama. She had also sung at Michael Jack- hearts him crumbled up tures were recorded son’s and Martin Luther King Jr’s funerals. forever. crackers,” said Mrs. Aretha of the briefly resi- Keever, teacher in dent lizard. Franklin has even had an asteroid named Room 205. Receiving for her!

Aretha’s funeral was held on August 31, 2018 in her hometown, Detroit. Thousands of people showed up to pay their respects to the well- known legend. Many stars such as Stevie Wonder, Yolanda Adams, Ariana Grande, Shirley Provided By: ArtsLife Caesar, Marvin Sapp, Faith Hill, Vanessa By: Matt Nelsen Bell 1 Edition 4, March/April 2018

Who Are Your ASB Officers? By Charlene Victoria & Allyson Alvarado freshmen on campus and older sister for the under- You hear them every inspiring them to join classmen. break and lunch; you see clubs, sports, and all that MG: For myself, I want them giving announce- Paraclete has to offer! to find my true passions ments at every Spirit and make tons of memo- Startup– your 2018-2019 What is one goal (either ries with my best friends. ASB officers: Taylor for yourself or for the For the school, I want to Richardson, Enzo Hurta- school) that you want to make us feel as much as a do, Brandon Gumayagay, reach by the end of the family as possible. Isabella Galvan, Mack- school year? J: One goal that I would enzie Atkerson, Mikayla T: One goal that I want to like to accomplish by the Galaviz, and Jade Cox!! reach by the end of year, end of the year would Although you might for the senior class spe- most likely be to set a catch a glimpse of them cifically, is for us to not good example for the walking to English class only make the best of our underclass. I really hope or waiting in the lunch last year in high school that by the end of the line, you may not know but to more importantly school year I’ve built a them very well. Luckily bond as a class. In about 8 close relationship with for you, these questions months, we will be grad- them and they feel wel- can help you get to know uating. Soon after that come and ready for the your school’s leaders a bit we will all go different rest of high school. more. ways to start the next What are you looking for- chapter of our lives. As of What do you enjoy about ward to as ASB officer? right now, a majority of being in ASB? T: I’m looking forward to us don’t know where we T: I enjoy helping with making senior year the will be when that time rallies and dances, and best it can possibly be and comes around. Having getting to know all the leaving our mark before that sense of class unity kids. leaving Paraclete will not only make our E: I mostly enjoy the ener- E: I’m looking forward to class bond stronger but gy, being able to make making this school the we will all hopefully leave people smile and showing most fun we’ve had in a high school knowing that younger students that while! us as class of 2019 will be high school is fun! B: I am super hyped about always be a family. B: ASB gives me the all the upcoming spirit E: I have the goal of opportunity to be more weeks and events we have graduating but also being connected with everyone planned. the role model for younger at school and have fun I: I’m looking forward to students. doing it. #GoSpirits making new memories B: The ultimate goal I I: I enjoy planning ev- and friends. have for high school is to erything and making the MA: I’m looking forward carry on the legacy I was school better. to seeing all the students influenced by. I want to MA: I enjoy being behind at rallies unite and have teach others what I’ve the scenes and realizing fun. learned and show others Continue reading on page MG: Making the freshmen what I’ve experienced 5 feel as welcome as possi- throughout these short ble. We’re well into the three years. year already but every- I: My goal is to make thing is still new to them, others fall in love with plus they’re all really cool, Paraclete. I want to be their friends. MA: For myself I want to J: I am looking forward make an impact to those to meeting all the new around me and be like an The New And Improved Water Fountains By Brandon Gumayagay cided to install these gad- Nathan Salty when asked but some don’t feel the form whenever a group This year students across gets. During this intense about his thoughts on the same about them. “Nah, of students all wanted to the Paraclete campus are investigation, I came new fountain. “I love it! that stuff tastes nasty.” simply refill their water reacting to the school’s across Senior Jade Phore- It’s so easy to fill up my Senior Meredith Watson bottle. Thanks to the PPO latest installation: a man, who gave me the hydroflask” stated Soph- responded when asked if and the hard workers who convenient water foun- information I was look- omore Alyssa Moreno. she uses the bottle filling collaborated to make this tain. At first glance, these ing for. Her mother—the “He definitely benefits fountain. wonderful device happen, odd devices built into the president of the Paraclete from it.” answered Se- Regardless of taste, this the whole ‘clete commu- original drinking sta- Parent Organization— nior Taylor Richardson new water fountain has nity can replenish their tions appear to be typical and the rest of the PPO when prompted on how provided a significant ser- bottles and bodies much thirst-quenching ma- decided to allocate funds the fountain affects vice to the spirits of the easier. This recent devel- chines; however, it does to get the new water foun- her beloved hydroflask school: It has made filling opment on the campus is more than the average tains containing bottle Mac. “Heck yeah I do!” up giant water bottles fast a testament to the idea aquatic dispenser. fillers installed so that exclaimed Junior Aleni and convenient. Gone are that one simple change Seeing these recently the students could have Rogers when asked if she the days where students can improve the quality of developed contraptions better water sources. The enjoyed the new foun- and faculty members had life for everyone. around every hallway new fountains make it tain’s function. It seems to awkwardly tilt their made me curious of its easier for students to fill like many students are flasks in different an- origin and as a result, I up their beloved bottles. raving about the positives gles in order to fill them began interviewing people “It’s like a sink faucet but of the newest addition to efficiently. Gone are the to find out who exactly de- it’s not!” replied Senior the home of the Spirits, long lines that would

3 Edition 4, March/April 2018 Possibility of The Story of Jamel Impeachment By Nathalia Castorena Myles Rumors of Donald Trump’s cause more Republicans control By Allyson Alvarado impeachment have long been the the House at the moment, any August 23rd was just a normal tended, to face technology, which topic of headlines since his 2016 article proposed may be overrid- school night for Leia Pierce and is improving at alarming rates, presidential campaign, but it den by republican votes to keep her family until she found her and assess how they can prevent never seems to actually happen. Trump, a Republican, in office. nine-year old son, Jamel Myles, situations such as this one. This Are these meaningless rumors or If Democrats were to gain more dead in his bedroom. Pierce and may be a reason that pre-teen are they possible realities? The positions in the upcoming mid- her three children live in Den- suicide rates are on the rise; a re- argument could be made from ei- term elections, it would become ver, Colorado where Jamel was a alization that is gripping parents ther side if one uses their under- more likely for an impeachment fourth grader at Joe Shoemaker and communities alike. standing of impeachment itself proposal to be approved, that is if Elementary School. Stories like Jamel’s should and applies it with the constantly it were to be proposed. Ms. Pierce has stated that her have a lasting effect on the way unfolding political news. As politicians and activists son committed suicide about a that each person views identity The definition of impeach- alike work to provide grounds year after he and his older sister and how each chooses to fight ment is to charge a political for impeachment, all Trump’s suffered through severe bullying against bullies. Children should official, in this case the president, controversial actions resurface in school. Shortly after the school be able to feel safe and accepted with a crime or misdemean- among citizens’ minds. Several year ended, Jamel came out as in whatever environment they or in office. A president can be acts which have urged discus- gay to his mother during a car are present. Jamel Myles’ story, impeached but not necessarily sion upon Trump’s behavior and ride home. The response that fol- and those of many others, can- removed from office because authority include the firing of an lowed was one of total acceptance not be forgotten for they must be impeachment only entails the F.B.I director investigating his from his family. learned from. charge against the president, not campaign, encouraging investi- The death of Jamel forces the indictment. It appears as a gation into his democrat oppo- schools, such as the one he at- seemingly understandable defini- nent Hillary Clinton’s emails, tion, but alas, the actual process and pardoning law enforcement is a difficult matter. officer Joe Arpaio for profiling In simplified terms, the Latinos prior to his trial. These, A Reflection Upon Constitution allows for impeach- however, are not impeachable of- ment on the basis of treason, fenses. Because only high profile bribery, or any other high crimes crimes can impeach a president, The Life Of John or misdemeanors. The impeach- the act of a president actively ment process can be compared colluding with foreign powers to to a typical legal case. Only the meddle in a U.S. election would House of Representatives can likely constitute as treason and Sidney McCain charge impeachment; in this way, therefore lead to impeachment. By Matt Nelsen the House acts like the prosecu- It is for this reason the investiga- Late in 2017 the public learned He worked as a bipartisan politi- tor to approve whether the pres- tion of Russian meddling in the of John McCain’s brain cancer cian to cross party lines and pass ident is impeached or not. The 2016 election is controversial and diagnosis. It was expected that legislation for the benefit of the Senate then serves as the judge pivotal for Trump’s defense. McCain would fight, maybe American public. He was contro- to decide whether the president The outcome, whether it even beat the disease. Howev- versial, and held grudges, but he should be officially convicted in is the removal of Donald Trump er, just a few months ago the acted as a public servant for most addition to the impeachment or the approval of trump to serve public learned that McCain had of his life, he became a father to based on a 2/3 majority vote. At a second term, affects all Amer- stopped treatment for his cancer. Megan McCain and her broth- the time of conviction, the Senate icans alike. It will influence the The worst news came the next ers. In an era defined by social can then decide to remove the economic balance, the political day, when it was revealed that upheaval, he became the conser- president from office. turmoil, and the impact on socie- McCain had died. This caused vative resistance to President What does this mean for tal consensus. Therefore, to im- a deep emotional reaction with- Trump. Lastly, I’d like to end Trump then? This means the peach or not to impeach Trump in me as a student of American this article by saying that I often House of Representatives must is a matter everyone should be politics. John McCain defined disagreed with his politics, but I first pass articles of impeach- familiar with. the US government for the past will always respected him for his ment against him. However, be- three decades. Upon his death, service to the American public, he had been labeled an American his ability to see past party lines, hero and political maverick. John and the way he treated others McCain know what it meant to who held lesser titles than him. 2018 Summer be a representative of the people. Youth Olympics By Matt Nelsen Earlier this month Buenos medals in boy’s archery, women’s Aires welcomed the youth of athletics, women’s basketball, the world at the famous Obe- women’s gymnastics, and boy’s lisco de Buenos Aires for the and girl’s wrestling. It is the 3rd Opening Ceremony of the 2018 edition of the Summer Youth Summer Youth Olympics. The Olympics, and the first to be held competition featured athletes, in the Southern Hemisphere. The aged 15-18, competing across 32 Youth Olympics focus on prepar- sports, ranging from athletics to ing young athletes for leadership beach volleyball to roller speed roles, the value of international skating. The competition lasted cooperation and friendship, and eleven days from October 6 to for later Olympic success. October 18. It featured 3,998 athletes, which in an Olympic first were equally half male and half female. The United States of America sent 87 athletes to Photo Credit: Jack Gruber/USA TODAY compete in Buenos Aires. The A white rose sits on John Mccain’s Senete chair. team managed to earn gold 2 Edition 4, March/April 2018 Club Day Welcome Week By Kayling Scoles On Wednesday, Septem- Fashion Club, Paraclete’s personalities that make By Alexis Zepeda and Samantha ber fifth, Paraclete High First Responders, Medical up Paraclete. Everyone Aranzazu School held its annual Club, Photography Club, is very passionate about Paraclete students par- asked how to prepare Club Day to start off the Drama Club, Ukulele their own interests and ticipated in Welcome for welcome week, ASB 2018-2019 school year. Club, Choir, ECO Club, it’s so heartwarming. It week from September President, Taylor Rich- This tradition helps stu- Legions of Mary, Science makes me want to know 4th to September 7th by ardson said, “I prepared dents promote their clubs Club, ASB, Key Club, and more about the people participating in dress up my outfits before so I can that make our school Prom Committee. All of around me.” As a senior, days such as red and gold, make sure that my fit was spirit and is a time to ex- these clubs are different Mikayla’s favorite club is Hawaiian day, career A1.” perience and get involved varieties and are open to drama club. “Hands down, day, and music genre day, Saturday, September in High School activities. all who wish to join! I wouldn’t be where I am ending off the week with 8th was the welcome This is also an opportu- Mikayla Galaviz, senior today without drama club. the neon themed welcome dance. The theme this nity for freshmen and and ASB VP of club af- Drama opened up a side dance on Saturday, Sep- year was neon. new students to open up, fairs, quoted on the past of me I never thought I’d tember 8th. Students wore white, adventure into new ar- years of club day stating, ever see, and everyone in On Tuesday, students bright pink, green, and eas, and join a club that “I remember my first club the club encouraged me dressed in red and gold orange. When Taylor they would be interested day, and my second, and to be my true self both showing their school Richardson was asked in. It is also a chance for my third, and my last. on and offstage,” stated spirit. Angela Adelantar how ASB prepared for the returning students to They all had the same Galaviz. Lastly, a club she was asked which dress welcome dance she said, sign up for their clubs in positive, exciting energy is most excited for is API. up day was her favorite “For the welcome dance which they will get in- that has never changed. She quoted, “I went to and she said,” My favorite we arrived here at six so volved in and participate From my points of view their first meeting and it’s day was red and gold day that we could decorate more here at school. as a clueless student, a filled with so many out- because all the juniors the gym and prepare for The clubs ranged from booth setter upper, and going, loud personalities were dressed in red and I the dance.”The gym was Irish Club, Asian Pa- VP of Club Affairs, Club that I know are going to looked good on that day.” decorated by ASB with cific Islanders, Spanish Day has always been make the school great!” Wednesday was hawaiian streamers, balloons, and Club, African-American very outgoing and makes day and Thursday was of course neon lights. Heritage Club, Dance me excited for the rest of career day. Friday, stu- Freshman Alexa Tipps Team, Mock Trial, Poetry the year.” Mikayla men- dents dressed up in their said, “Yes I went to the Club, Students Against tioned, “every club day, favorite genre of music. welcome dance and it was Destructive Decisions, I’ve noticed the different Alexa Tipps shared with really fun and we had us her thoughts on this a great time and they day,“ My favorite day was played a lot of good songs. music genre because I got I met a couple new people to dress up as my favorite at the dance, too.” Overall First All School Rally rapper, Post Malone, and Welcome week 2018 was I had a lot of fun.” “when filled with school spirit, By: Emily Fricke and Carly success, and joy. Hooten The first rally of the not only made me feel with strong school spirit school year commenced truly proud of my class, will undoubtedly lead on August 17, 2018. It but extremely excited to them into a great year featured fun games such see where this energy and will get everyone else as cookie stacking on the will take us throughout on board as well.” face, stacking apples, the rest of the year.” All in all, the first all and some other compet- When asked if she be- school rally was a great itive games that all the lieves this school spirit start to the 2018-2019 classes participated in. will continue through- school year. ASB Presi- All classes participat- out the year, she stated dent, Taylor Richardson’s ed and were competing “I definitely think this “favorite part of the rally in the games, but the level of school spirit will was the awesome games Juniors really stood out continue throughout because it’s always fun amongst the four grades. the year because we’ve to see the classes com- The Junior class tru- earned a new reputation pete against each other.” ly shocked the entire and I don’t think any However, the best is still student body by being junior wants to just lose yet to come in terms of the loudest and proudest it.” future rallies, according to throughout the entire The juniors were not the Taylor who says that “the rally. We caught up with only ones to notice this student body has only the junior class president change in spirit. ASB seen a tiny glimpse of herself, Madelyn Cruz, President, Taylor Rich- what the ASB has in store who said “seeing the ardson thinks “that the for this year.” juniors participate more junior class starting off

3 Edition 4, March/April 2018 Extra Who Are Your ASB Stalled Doors (Opinion) Officers? Continued By Tyler Synegard able to lock in order to use we have a big part in put- Club, and Campus Min- pizza from Blaze, a side of Bathroom stalls need the bathroom in peace, ting everything together. istry. chips and MY special sal- doors right? Well appar- and not have to deal with MG: I love being able to MA: I play travel softball. sa and a vanilla ice cream ently not at Paraclete the random people that talk to random people MG: Unlike contrary cake with strawberry ice high school. walk into the bathrooms with confidence and not belief that being the VP of cream. As long as I have been a during class just to be on having to worry if I’m be- Club Affairs means I’m in J: PIZZA student at Paraclete high their phones. ing too weird or not since a lot of clubs, I’m actually school there have not Stall doors are a necessi- they’ve most likely seen only in two: Drama and Who is your celebrity been ty for everyday life, not me be wild at rallies and Mock Trial. crush? doors on the stalls in a privilege allocated to a spirit start-ups. Also I J: I am involved with T: Ruby Rose or Shawn bathrooms in the old select love the other ASB officers many clubs on campus Mendes. building. Meaning that if few, this is especially so much I don’t even think including Irish Club, E: My celebrity crush is you have to use the bath- true at a school, a place they realize it. Spanish Club, Drama Vanessa Hudgens!!! (heart room any time throughout intended to serve mi- J: I really enjoy getting to Club, and SADD Club as throb) the day and you are in nors. People should be plan our events and make well as being Captain of B: I am in love with the old building then you able to use the bathroom sure that everyone is hav- the Dance Team alongside Aubrey Plaza. She plays have two choices you can in peace not constantly ing fun. ASB has given me Taylor Hoffman. April from Parks and either make the journey looking over their shoul- the opportunity to reach Recreation...Oh and Nicki all the way to the saint der because someone just voices that I might not see What would your last Minaj. Nicki Minaj all the joseph’s building or hold walked in. everyday just walking in meal be? way. it until your next class in the halls. T: I would want a five I: Zac Efron. the new building. course meal; Ramen with MA: Brett Young. Many students around What clubs/sports do you a side of avocado, Thai tea MG: The entire cast of the Paraclete campus do? boba, mint chocolate chip Thor:Ragnarok are all have said time and time T: I’m on varsity volley- ice cream, and nacho fries very attractive, I’d die again that ball, track, in ASB, Key from Taco Bell. for Tessa Thompson and they would prefer their Club, Medical Club, Poet- E: My last meal would Mark Ruffalo. But also, bathrooms to have doors ry Club, First Responders have to be my mom’s tacos Antoni Porowski can on the stalls. The two Club, SADD Club, and with my grandma’s spa- punch me in the face Paraclete high school stu- Drama. ghetti. anyday. dents that I interviewed E: I am in football, track, B: A giant bowl contain- J: Evan Peters! stated that they were First Responders Club, ing all the foods that I’m pro bathroom stall doors ASB, SCC, Spanish club, allergic too. If I’m gonna These questions just and said that they would and a lot more. die the next day, I’m gon- scratch the surface of rather hold it then use B: I’m the president of na eat all the foods I’ve each officers’ personali- the bathrooms in the old API, a Peer Minister, a missed out on my whole ty. Getting to know your building. part of the liturgy choir, life. officers both through this This is also a problem of manager for girl’s soccer, I: Mac and cheese, pho, Q&A and face-to-face are equality, the girl’s bath- journalist for the Paracle- and boba. a great start to becom- rooms all have stalls with tian, and an active mem- MA: Sushi. ing more comfortable at completely functioning ber in Campus Ministry. MG: A huge bowl of Paraclete and maybe even doors, doors that are ca- I: I’m on varsity volley- spaghetti and meatballs, getting more involved in pable of opening and clos- ball, in Spanish Club, chicken strips from Toms, ASB. We can’t wait to see ing, doors that they are Irish Club, Art Club, a chicken roll from Gold- what they have in store SADD Club, API, Medical fish, my build your own for the Paraclete Student Body this school year!

5 Sports Ball Edition 4, March/April 2018 Unequal Sports, Football Venue By Taylor Hoffman rector for Paraclete High School This football season will was approached she declined to experience some new changes. comment. A Gender Issue? This season we do not have a Most of this seasons’ games By Ashtyn Pegula get more recognition.” In short, definite home field. We are uti- will be held at Little Rock High When asked “Do you Jacob is completely okay with the lizing the fields that were avail- School which is about 30 min- think Softball gets enough recog- amount of recognition the swim able to us for our home games. utes from Paraclete. Although nition from Paraclete”, Softball team gets, and sees no issue with Previously, our varsity football Paraclete may not have a definite player; Gabby Lintrom replied how it is being represented. team played at Antelope Valley home field, they are expected to “I don’t think so… you would Matthew Hong, a soccer College for our home games. This have a great season. This sea- rather go to the baseball game or player, was asked “Do you think season our home football games’ son our football team will face football game, because usually the soccer team gets enough locations will be divided amongst many teams including some out the announcements say: “Let’s recognition from Paraclete?” He Little Rock High school and of state. No matter what, school root for baseball (or football).” responded with “No I don’t think Palmdale High school. spirit will be present at all the You’d never hear “Softball has we get enough recognition. We’re The reason for this change is games this upcoming season, been awarded CIF, congrats to at the bottom of the group [if the not known by many who attend because Paraclete is the home them.” As you may be able to tell, sports teams were to be num- and support Paraclete both of the spirits and that is what Gabby is quite passionate about bered from most recognized to financially and spiritually. Many we are known for. No matter this topic, as I’m sure anyone least recognized, soccer would be rumors have flown around say- the location the student section who was being neglected by their in the bottom section].” Basically ing it must have something to will always be packed and full of school would be. what he’s saying is that football do with the fact that the student spirit. Another student who was sort of overshadows soccer, so section broke a bench last season interviewed was Jacob Landa. any recognition soccer does get, during the big game or that the Landa is on the Paraclete swim is snatched away by football. college has raised their prices. team...yes we have one, although Volleyball player, Osiris When Ms. Neil, the athletic di- you probably had no idea. When Lamon, was also asked the he was asked “Do you think the question “Do you think volleyball swim team gets enough recog- gets enough recognition from nition from Paraclete”, Jacob paraclete?”. His response was Paraclete Dance responded with “Since we’re new, “...a decent amount, I mean it’s I expected less recognition than not a very popular sport.” Osiris’s we actually got. I was surprised response was on the more pas- Team is Making they even announced [the team sive side, which leads us to be- activity] at the spirit startup. lieve this whole “Unequal Sports As we grow, I believe we will Thing” doesn’t bother him much. History By Taylor Hoffman tle rock dance has not been able to what is normally known as an to have as many halftime perfor- ChasingExcellence all female team officially making mances this year. As mentioned By Mercedes Pulos Desert Invite and fifth place it coed. After watching their by Jade Cox not having as many It’s time to lace up your at Brentwood. Senior captain first performance Captains Jade halftime performances “ only running shoes Spirits because Thomas Rivera fought his way Cox and Taylor Hoffman are defi- gives us enough time to kill our another season of Paraclete to fifth place while racing at the nitely thinking outside of the Homecoming dance.” Taylor and Cross Country is in full force. Bell Jeff Invite, kicking down box this year. After speaking to Jade made sure to have a produc- The cross country team started several opponents in the last a few dance team members they tive summer. They performed at off their season on September hundred meters of the race. The agree as well. It was also stated Disneyland and the Antelope 11th at Rancho Park. The girls biggest competition for the cross that adding the boys to the team Valley Fair’s 80 th Birthday placed second, narrowly missing country team this year has been is a fresh new breathe of air that opening. In return due to such first place by only a few points. Sierra Canyon, stealing away was needed. Jade and Taylor great dances Disneyland invited As the season continued both first place wins by mere points. aren’t stopping at only the addi- them the boys and girls teams have Head coach Andy Helme says, tion of the two new boys Jordy back for their Halloween Spec- been putting forth a solid effort. “the team’s biggest competition Johnson and Tony Guerrero. tacular parade. The Dance Team Girls Varsity has taken home two is themselves. If the majority of They is also working on tons of second place wins at the High the team decides that they really are holding dance team tryouts fundraisers for this holiday sea- Desert Invite on September 14th want to work together, then September 12 th - 14 th for any- son as well. and their first Gold Coast League they’ll be a huge success.” Cross one who is interested. They are After many summer performanc- race at Brentwood. Along with Country has plenty more chanc- expecting a large group to come es costume and traveling expens- this, Varsity runners Angela Ad- es to prove themselves as their out after handing out over 40 fly- es added up fast. So make sure elantar, Paisley Todd, and Emily next meets include the Clovis ers at club rush day. Due to the to help out your very own Para- Tejada earned Top 15 medals Invitational on October 6th, their new home field of the Paraclete clete Dance Team. at the Bell Jeff Invitational on fourth Gold Coast League meet Spirits Football Team being Lit- September 29th. As for the boys, at Paramount Ranch on October they too have been hard at work 9th, the Santa Clarita Invitation- this season. Boys Varsity ran al October 13th, and the Mt. SAC alongside the ladies snatching Invitational October 19th. Girls’ Volleyball up a fourth place win at the High By Giuliana Garcia conditioning so they were exclud- The girls’ volleyball ed from the interview, however, season has been underway here a team member from Varsity at Paraclete since late August and Junior Varsity were asked and, so far, all three teams have the question, “do you feel that shown that hard work can go a summer conditioning and daily long way. practice have positively influ- Conditioning throughout enced team bonding?” Marissa the summer and daily two hour Maldonado, a Senior on Varsity, practices may seem like some- replied, “I would say that prac- thing nobody wants to do, but, ticing everyday helps us create a thanks to the months of extra strong bond within our team on practice, Varsity, Junior Varsity, and off the court.” Emma Weath- and Frosh have bonded as united erwax, a Sophomore on Junior groups with a hunger for victory Varsity, answered, “I would say and the incredible ability to work yes because it helped us grow hard no matter the circumstance. closer together.” Frosh didn’t get the The season is only just Girls’ Volleyball chance to experience summer beginning, with the Spirits’ last From: Kaylin Scoles 6 Entertainment Edition 4, March/April 2018 Book Review: Book Review: The Darkest Minds Turtles All the Way By Tyler Synegard The Darkest Minds by This was one of the best Down Alexandra Bracken is a young books that I have read this year By Rachel Guzzetti adult novel about a and that is really saying some- post-apocalyptic world that thing because I read constantly. John Green beautifully fleshed out really well and read- gives a new twist on your typical This book is extremely well writ- captivates the minds of readers ers understand and empathize run-of-the-mill end of the world ten with a very well flowing plot. in his latest book, Turtles All the with her more and more as the series. Many of the characters are easy Way Down, by putting readers story progresses. The background This book is about a virus for teenagers to relate to because directly into the head of his main characters could have been less that kills off most of the world’s even though their entire world character, Aza, in order to help one dimensional but for the sake children under the age of 17 is basically ending they still face readers empathize with those of the theme and main idea of the causing a major uproar by the the everyday problems that we who struggle with mental illness. story I understand why Green adults and the fall of the world do. The subplot of the novel is about would not have wanted these government as a whole. The author Alexandra Aza’s old friend and his billion- characters to avert attention The surviving children re- Bracken is a well known Ameri- aire father who had recently gone from the bigger picture. ceived various abilities and were can author, known for The Dark- missing. In my opinion, this is John Green writes to a taken away from their families est Minds series and Passenger not what makes the book good younger audience really well and and put into government en- series. She has been nominated it just simply provides incentive if you are familiar with his work trainment camps. Once at these for many awards during her writ- for the main character to interact you know that his writing style camps, the children were split ing career. This book has recently with a potential love interest. is easy to understand without into groups based on their pow- been adapted into a featured What really makes this book feeling as if the story has been ers and abilities and given colors: film, but did not do too well in worth reading is how Green por- dumbed down. The target audi- green representing greater brain the box office and gained many trays certain mental illnesses. ence, I believe, is those who do function, orange representing bad or mediocre reviews by movie Turtles All the Way Down not experience mental issues be- mind control, blue telekinesis, critics. is not a romance novel. This book cause through this book they will yellow the power to control elec- gives readers a vivid experience understand and be better help to tricity, and red fire. of what it is like to live with a their friends and family who may mental illness, specifically Obses- struggle with it. sive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), While this book is defi- generalized anxiety, and Hypo- nitely not his best work, I highly chondriasis. This is one of the recommend it anyways especially first books I have read in which to young adults. I really want to the author did not romanticize stress that many reviewers warn mental illness. Green also helps against reading this book if you readers understand the differenc- struggle with anxiety because es between inner problems with many scenes can be panic-at- oneself and outworldly problems tack-inducing. This is something with others through telling the that should not be taken light- story of Aza working through ly and should be thought over issues regarding her illness with before picking up this book. Also, herself and her friends. Readers obviously the mental illness Photo Credit: luxuryreading.com get a first hand experience of a depicted is not a one size fits all mental illness and how overcom- and will not be relatable for ev- ing it is not an easy feat. eryone. It is simply an open end- The main character Aza is ed experience to broaden some- one’s views of mental illness. Crazy Rich Asains More Than a By Cameron Turner Crazy Rich Asians is a new it represents me as a young popular movie that came out on Asian man.” I also interviewed I August 15, 2018. This movie is forgot her name Maria Tagarino By: Mikayla Galaviz MakeoverFrance being the first British-Pa- based on a novel by Kevin Kwan. and she said, “I really enjoyed kistani Muslim to be apart of the This movie is based on strong watching this movie.” The writer The Netflix reboot of the 2003 main cast as well as women, gay, Asian characters throughout made this story to “introduce a hit series Queer Eye for the and transgender heroes. the whole movie. It is about an contemporary Asia to a North Straight Guy has been making The stars of the show instantly American-born Chinese econom- American audience” (Kwan). The its became celebrities overnight, and ics professor, who travels to her book is a bestseller and was fol- mark around the world since each have their own specialities boyfriend’s best friend’s wedding. lowed by two sequels, China Rich its premiere in February 2018. to bring to the table, both figura- The story continues with the boy- Girlfriend and Rich People Featuring the new lovable tively and literally. Van Ness is friend being the most eligible Problems. Apparently, based on members: the grooming expert, giving bachelor in Asia who comes from these two views, this was a movie Karamo Brown, Bobby Berk, fabulous haircuts and skincare a wealthy family. Every single people would enjoy. This Tan France, Antoni Porows- tips to freshen up the heroes. woman there wants to be with movie is definitely recommended ki, and Jonathan Van Ness, Porowski is the food and wine him, trying to steal him away to everyone. episodes expert and uses the art of food to from his not so wealthy girl- include a life changing make- bring people together. France is friend. I interviewed Brandon G, over of someone who was the know-it-all fashion expert, a nominated by a loved one. changing the heroes styles in senior, asking how he felt about Nominees are called “heroes” order to bring the confidence out the movie. He expressed, “I am and unlike the previous se- from within. Berk is the interior very pleased to see strong ries, it isn’t just straight men design expert, and gives a com- Asian roles in this movie because getting the plete renovation to the homes, Fab Five treatment. The di- making their space a comfortable versity in Queer Eye is what place to relax after a long day. sets it apart, with Karamo Finally, Brown is the culture ex Brown being Continue reading on page 5 the first black man and Tan 7 Christ’s Column Edition 4, March/April 2018 By Emily Fricke First All School Veritas Retreat By: Gabriella Zendejas there are NO PHONES Cancio, Nick On September 21st, 22nd, allowed on the retreat Rahe, Inna Tagarino, Alec Mass and 23rd fifty students ex- with Jesus, Justice, Taylor Richard- On August 30, 2018, the God’s presence.” perienced a weekend with however, it is very much son, Leonardo Garcia, Paraclete student body, Olivia Ramos, a Jesus at the Fall Veritas pleasant. and Gabriella Zendejas. faculty, and family gath- junior who was commis- Retreat at the St. Eliza- The six leaders for this Support ered to celebrate the first sioned as an EM and gave beth Mission. Each se- fall retreat were: Alani Team does all the behind all school mass. This the Eucharist for the first mester Paraclete hosts Rogers, Noel Serrato, the scenes type of work opening school mass was time at the mass, was a Veritas Retreat in the Jaylene Tejada, Brandon such as setting up tables extra special for a group very excited about her mountains away Gumayagay, Carly Sa- for activities or setting up of students who were com- new role in the school from the city and close to blan, Angela Adelantar. any missioned as Eucharistic saying “During the com- Christ. Though the spe- They each lead a group of activity and also prepar- Ministers and Peer Minis- missioning I felt so happy cial weekend the students retreatants which opened ing the meals the retreat- ters. about being able to start will learn characteristics up about ants ate. This retreat I caught up with something new and have about personal topics. Each couldn’t have done it with Jaylene Tejada, who an opportunity to grow themselves or they may Veritas also consist of two the seven helped to plan this mass, stronger in my faith and grow stronger in their coordinators which were adults helping and watch- and asked her a few ques- grow closer to my peers.” own faith no matter what Elijah Salazar and Isabel- ing over them. These tions. She was very happy Our first all school it may be. The students la Galvan adults were: Fr. G, Mr. to see the commissioning mass was extremely spe- involved in this fall which lead the Keever, Miss Garcia, Miss of the EM’s and PM’s “for cial, not just to those who the retreat will learn whole retreat and coordi- Tejada, they said “Yes” to take were commissioned or did the meaning of “Veritas” nated all activities. There Mrs. Cancio, and Mr. and on a new responsibility the commissioning, but throughout the weekend. were eleven support team Mrs. Bookmen. and be the instruments of for our entire Paraclete The hardest, yet best, members which were The students on Support connecting others to God.” family. It was a wonderful part of the Carly Hooten, Emily Team and the Leaders, When asked if the mass opportunity to unite as retreat was disconnecting Fricke, Samantha Aran- along with the adults was successful in open- one and begin the 2018- with their phones. Yes, zazu, Trinity Hill, Tommy Continued on page 5 ing the school year well, 2019 school year on the she said “Yes, I think the right foot. If you want to mass opened the school get involved in the next Freshman Retreat year well! It was a great all school mass, visit Fa- way for the school com- ther G in the chapel and By: Gabriella Zendejas the a drink of water, and munity to gather together sign up! The freshmen class of retreat. He also told jokes prayed and reflected. and be united as one in 2022 took a bus to the toward the end on the There were about three McGill Trailhead for their ride there. of these stops until they Freshmen Retreat in the Each day of the retreat, reached the middle of September. four seniors helped lead McGill Campground at Over the time period of the hike with Fr. G along the top of the mountain. New EMHC’s & three school days, the with three faculty mem- There, they split into four freshmen class split up bers. groups each having one into three large These seniors had tak- senior as groups as they took a bus en this hike on Monday, a leader. In these groups Prayer Partners to the Mt. Pinos area for September 3rd as their they were to participate their hiking trail. The training to know what to in numerous activities By Angelique Costa Isabella Galvan, Bran- first day was September expect. that Fr. G assigned. For Recently, at our don Gumayagay, Michael 11th with They’ve had their fair an example first school mass, new Herbert, Carly Sablan, about one-third of the amount of training to lead there was, a task in which EMHC’s (extraordinary Inna Tagarino, Jaylene freshman class. They these freshmen. They each group had to come ministers of holy com- Tejada, Charlene Victoria, left Paraclete at approxi- were also coached by Fr. up with was a chant munion) and prayers Thomas Rivera, Angela mately eight o’clock in the G as to how somewhat religious. The partners (peer min- Adelantar, Samantha morning for to talk to. more that isters) were commis- Aranzazu, Emily Benz, an estimated time of an As everyone gets off the the students participated sioned. Congratulations Leonardo Garcia, Carly hour and twenty minute bus with excitement, Fr. and opened up, the more to these students! They Hooten, Olivia Ramos, ride to the trail. On the G began the journey with fun and interesting it was have spent time pre- Noel Serrano, Alexis bus Fr. G started it off the class of 2022 walking for everybody. After the paring for this event. Zepeda, Madelyn Cruz, with a prayer to the top of the trail. group The peer ministers have Giulianna Garcia, Josh- of safety and thankfulness They walked about a mile gathered, they all sat learned strategies for ua Haering, Mia Huerta, and then talked about into the trail after they together to enjoy their talking and listening Alec Justice, Aleni Rogers, what to prepare for on the made their first stop to lunch. Once they finished to a variety of issues. Sharon Sanders, Amanda retreat and the rules of regroup, took with lunch they all sat on They are available for Soto, Yasmine Zubia, and any students who need Annika Matulac. someone to talk to or The prayer part- The Pope’s Visit to pray for them. EMHC’s ners for this school year have been trained to are: Tommy Cancio, properly administer the Angelique Costa, Isabella Ireland body of Christ to their Galvan, Nicholas Rahe, By: Ronaldo Flores Francis arrived to a the Catholic Church, Ire- peers during school Elijah Salazar, Inna On the 26th of August, noticeably smaller crowd land has now made Masses. Already com- Tagarino, Angela Adelan- 2018, Pope Francis be- than Pope John Paul II. many changes that de- missioned peer minis- tar, Samantha Aranzazu, came the first Pope to Marred by global sexual pict a growing movement ters and Eucharistic Sophia Arriola, Emily visit Ireland after Pope abuse cases and accusa- away from the Church. ministers commissioned Fricke, Leonardo Garcia, John tions for years now, Pope Major referendums and these students. Brandon Gumayagay, Paul II visited almost Francis had hopes of votes allowing same-sex The EMHC’s Joshua Haering, Carly 40 years ago. Coming in coming to Ireland to help marriage, abortion, and for this school year Hooten, Olivia Ramos, hopes to re-establish faith dispel fears and animosity even change in divorce are: Allyson Alvarado, Taylor Richardson, Aleni and influence of the in the Church that has laws, reveal how Ireland Emily Avrit, Cassie Rogers, Carly Sablan, Catholic Church in Ire- popped up not only in has become more liberal. Buckley, Destiny Ca- Elisabeth Salvatierra, land which has seen a ma- Ireland, but around the When Pope John Paul II marillo, Tommy Cancio, Sharon Sanders, and Noel jor shift towards secular world. visited Ireland to thou- Mackenzie Fernandez, Serrato. and liberalization in the Long seen as a beacon of sands waiting to greet last couple of years, Pope faith, love, and trust for him, the mass he gave

4 Continued Edition 4, March/April 2018 More Than a Veritas Retreat Makeover Continued helping with the retreat, with no Sunday morning, after all flashlights allowed. They breakfast, everyone set Continued arrived at 5:30 P.M. to got back safe and sound. up the mission for mass. pert, and basically gives make him gay. The help set up and go over Everybody started the ad- During the motivational speeches hero in the episode was the plans with Fr. G. The venture of getting ready mass a women fainted but and advice to the heroes a devout Christian, and retreat members began for bed woke up rather immedi- to bring them out of their prayed to use this oppor- arriving at around 10:30 P.M. after ately and thankfully she shells even more. tunity to make the Fab 6:30 P.M. as the support the last activity. Everyone was fine. Although the Queer Eye is a show for Five feel loved and ac- team assisted them in- was sound asleep by 11:00 abundance everyone, and initiates cepted, because we’re all side with their bags and P.M.. The next morning and fire department still conversations that need to people and overall, God is sleeping bags. The retreat Support Team and the arrived which throw off be talked about in love, and this inspires started off adults woke up at 6:00 the retreat’s schedule. today’s world. What’s so Berk to grow his relation- with an opening prayer A.M. while the the re- Luckily, the retreat was life changing about the ship with God. These are then followed many fun treatants woke up at 7:00 almost over show is how much more just a couple of the heart- activities that lasted A.M.. Support with just one last activity. open this new Fab felt moments in the throughout the night. Team prepared breakfast After the retreat was over, Five is, and that openness show that prove unity is Each night two and helped clean up after. students received their creates a personal connec- needed in a time like this. members apart of the Throughout the whole day cellular devices back as tion with audience. The leadership team gave a the retreatants played they show doesn’t use the Queer Eye is pure light of talk. These talks consist games, realized that it was so current political climate positivity, and a beacon of of personal struggles in prayed, and did some kind easy to go without it. to divide, rather it shows hope. It has inspired the life that the of arts and crafts. The They stayed for a little a sense unity that needs people directly person has gone through. students also ate lunch much longer to take pho- to be embraced by apart of the show and At the end of the night and dinner with snack tos with one everyone. the people who are just Fr. G took everyone on a breaks in another and treasured the In the episode “Dega watching it on the couch. spooky hike in the dark between each meal. On weekend in the moment. Don’t” (s1e3), Brown has The show is made for a heartfelt conversation everyone: white, black, with a police officer gay, straight, Christian, Girls’ Volleyball about police brutality in Muslim, and any other de- the country, and rather mographic. Anyone than arguing, both sides can learn something from listened, shared their it. Continued point of views and learned Maybe after watching it from each other thus a you’ll learn how to do a official game on October lifelong friendship was French tuck, or how to 11th against Sierra Can- created between the embrace your yon at home; however, two. personality to turn it into with high hopes for these In another episode “Camp confidence or how to make upcoming matches we Rules” (s1e5), Berk dis- guacamole, or how to ac- wish the Lady Spirits cusses his past feelings cept people for good luck. with his church who they are. Just know Go Spirits! growing up, stating he that if you do plan on giv- was always involved and ing it a watch, have a box how Christianity was his of tissues at your life, however since side. gay’s were talked about so negatively, he prayed every day for God not to Freshman Retreat Freshman Retreat Continued the ground experiences and giving in a large circle to present advice, to the groups chant, some- the freshmen class. The one with a special talent, retreat was concluded then they each introduced with a prayer. Don’t forget themselves. freshmen, every Retreat Since Fr. G is always is behind schedule we were confidential! rushed to the bus. Thank- fully, they didn’t have to go all the way back down that mountain to get to the bus, it was a short walk from the camp- ground. On the way back each of the four lead- ing seniors gave a “talk”, basically telling past 5