Red Devils’ Advocate October, 2020 Hybrid or Remote? Clarence Students Weigh in by Génia Abbey

Junior AP Language students attend classes in a hybrid model

COVID-19 has impacted all aspects of life, stuff is already set up in a way that I like. I Maddie, remote: The only thing I don’t like including education. The Clarence school also like not being inside of a glass cubicle is that it’s very easy to get distracted by my district, as everyone knows, is offering with a mask because I feel like I wouldn’t phone, pets, and other things around the both hybrid and remote learning for the be able to concentrate. house. first time ever. I spoke with four upper- classmen about their experiences with Ciara, hybrid: I like that during hybrid Ciara, hybrid: Hybrid learning at home remote and hybrid learning. Here are Bi- learning I can stay home and when I go can be difficult sometimes for me because anca Hossain, Kaitlyn Priset, Ciara Seager, into school I can see all of my friends. It is I can get distracted by activities around and Madeline Call’s impressions of the new easier to learn when I am at school because me. For example, if someone is working on learning styles this year. I can ask questions comfortably without something outside or if my dad is working being nervous. on the house. Also, I feel that teachers What do you like about hybrid/re- sometimes forget that they have students mote learning? What do you dislike about hybrid/re- online too. mote learning? Bianca, remote: I like being at home with It isn’t conclusive whether hybrid or my family and having the knowledge that Bianca, remote: My brother can get pretty remote learning is more advantageous. I’m safe. Also, I am able to learn better distracting at times and I feel isolated from Our hybrid learners like the in-person when I am at home. everything going on at school. I feel like I interaction with their teachers, but remote am losing my senior year. learners feel safe at home. Both types Kaitlyn, hybrid: I like how I’m able to in- of learners feel that they are more easily teract with my teachers more than if I was Kaitlyn, hybrid: I don’t like how some- distracted at home. They also agree that fully remote. I think things are organized times the technology can be really slow technology can be an issue sometimes, a pretty well so things aren’t too difficult to or not work at all. While it can be easier problem that we’ll have to deal with for the access. to interact with teachers, it’s difficult to time being. While there may not be a clear interact with other classmates and the one winner for which learning style is better, it Maddie, remote: I like being at home be- way hallways are incredibly inconvenient is clear that Clarence students are taking cause I can roll out of bed in the morning for everyone. the year in stride and adapting as best they and be ready for school, and my school can to these new styles of learning. Red Devils’ Advocate October 2020 Quarantine and Mental Health by Julia Towne

Being isolated for six months has had well as people at high risk for severe illness Columbia University’s Irving Medical several effects on the global population, from COVID-19, those with pre-existing Center (CUIMC) released a comprehen- both mental and physical. High schoolers mental health conditions, those who are sive guide to coping with the stress of a around the globe were united in their lack socially isolated from others, members of pandemic via their student health service. of structure, unwillingly being cast from some minority groups, and others. This mental health guide includes general their schools into the previously unknown Some healthy ways to mitigate the advice including structuring your day, world of distance learning. Grades began stresses of the pandemic and associated connecting with others, setting boundaries to crash as many students lacked the moti- isolation measures are listed in an article regarding consumption of media, attempt- vation or support they needed to get by on by The Lancet, an independent, interna- ing to manage negative thoughts and feel- a daily basis. tional medical journal, published weekly ings, making plans should you fall ill, and According to the American Center for with the goal of making science and med- connecting with mental health services as Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), icine widely accessible to improve health. needed. the pandemic, along with fear surround- Some of these suggestions are feasible for One such resource is the Clarence ing a new disease, the effects it may have, the high school demographic, including to High School Unmastered Minds Club, in and public health actions including social avoid boredom and to become informed which members can discuss mental health distancing, can cause one to feel increased regarding mental health techniques and without fear of judgement, with topics anxiety. This stress can have physical coping mechanisms. The Lancet makes ranging from school stress to anxiety to effects, including changes in eating and the bold claim that “Activating your social body image. This club was founded two sleeping patterns, difficulty concentrating, network, albeit remotely, is not just a key years ago in an attempt to erase the stigma worsening of chronic physical or mental priority, but an inability to do so is associ- surrounding mental illness as well as con- health problems, and relapses in addiction. ated not just with immediate anxiety, but tribute to solving the mental health crisis Teens are at higher risk of being longer- term distress.” in our nation. perceptible to this “pandemic anxiety”, as

What Goes Into Making an Effective Vaccine?

How are vaccines developed? Can we be by Elena Vallis sion by strengthening a population’s collec- sure they’re safe? What’s taking so long?! tive immune system to impede the virus’s The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed conducted with thousands of volunteers most devastating consequences. these questions to the forefront of every- towards the end of the process, allow However, billions of people worldwide one’s mind as the world waits for a miracle researchers to further study potential would need to receive the vaccine for the COVID treatment that will restore some adverse reactions. desired effect to be realized. According semblance of normalcy to everyday life. According to the New York State De- to BBC News, in order to achieve what First, the basics: What is a vaccine? partment of Health, once it is made avail- is known as “herd immunity,” a state in According to the Centers for Disease able, the Food and Drug Administration which a virus is unable to spread easily Control and Prevention (CDC), a vaccine (FDA) continues to keep a close eye on the within a community, at least 60-70% of is a substance that contains dead and/or production and distribution of the vaccine the population must have an adequate weakened antigen(s) - identifying proteins to ensure standards that protect the public immune response to that virus. found on the surface of specific pathogens are met. However, there is hope within the sci- - designed to “...[stimulate] your immune Realistically, how far away is a reliable entific community that a safe and effective system to produce antibodies, exactly like COVID vaccine? While hundreds of COVID-19 vaccine will protect vulnerable it would if you were exposed to the disease. potential vaccines are in the early research groups, including healthcare workers and After getting vaccinated, you develop stages, nine promising candidates have the elderly, and gradually allow life to immunity to that disease, without having actually entered the final testing phases return to a more familiar rhythm. to get the disease first.” The primary pur- internationally as of late September. pose of vaccination is to teach the body to It is thought that one of these vaccines recognize pathogens that cause disease and will be accessible by the majority of the develop an immune response in advance. population by mid-2021, a little over a year Before being released to the general after the first known coronavirus cases public, a potential vaccine ordinarily goes were recorded (if this timing holds true, it through up to 15 years of testing, broken would represent the most efficient vaccine up into multiple phases, to determine development process in history.) efficacy, dosage, potential side effects, and The goal of formulating and distributing other safety markers. Human clinical trials, a COVID vaccine is to slow viral transmis- Red Devils’ Advocate October 2020 Murder of Middle School Teacher Sparks Islamaphobia in France by Emily Kreher On Friday, October 16th, Professor Times, had previously shown “signals” Samuel Paty, a middle school teacher in his lesson. of radicalization. However, in addition France, was attacked and killed by anoth- Charlie Hebdo has a history of publish- to those people, many Muslims targeted er civilian. He had been recieving death ing similar controversial content and has in the raids were aid organizations who threats following a civics lesson on free- been previously targeted with violence. showed no such signs or were groups dom of expression in which he showed his The killer was identified as 18-year-old involved in improving civic relations. class a caricature of the Prophet Muham- Chechen refugee Abdullakh Anzorov, Tensions between French Muslims and mad from the French satirical newspaper, who was shot and killed by the police after the French far right have risen in response Charlie Hebdo. he decapitated the teacher by cutting his to this event and the raids that occurred Depictions of the Prophet Muhammad throat. Others have been detained and the Monday following the murder. French are forbidden by the Muslim faith, and the arrested in connection with the crime. far-right leaders have begun the use of an- magazine had been attacked by extrem- In the aftermath of the murder, law ti-Islam rhetoric, including one prominent ists in 2015 after the publication of such enforcement performed dozens of raids, politician, Marine Le Pen, who called for cartoons. Several people were arrested in targeting known Muslim groups, resulting the “eradiction of Islamism.” connection with this attack, and Paty was in the arrest of well over 200 Muslims, Investigations into potentially involved reportedly discussing that trial as part of many of whom, according to the New York or complicit individuals are ongoing.

Halloween during a pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has been by Sara Swenson friends and family on Zoom, pull together ongoing for nearly eight months now, and a costume and show it off! Another fun at this point, daily, and even hourly, change and a cloth mask together is also advised idea is to try making some Halloween and is expected. With the holidays approach- against because it may make breathing very fall-themed tasty treats. Try your hand at ing, it is often hard to speculate what they difficult. As always, social distancing and homemade caramel apples! They’re quick, will look like and what new safety guide- wearing of cloth masks at all times is highly easy, and fun to make, and they’ll be even lines will be produced in order to avoid an recommended. better than anything you can buy at the infection rate inflation. With Halloween For those who would rather not leave store. And, as always, watching scary, Hal- only a short while away, it is guaranteed to the house on Halloween, the CDC gives a loween-themed movies is a great option, look different from years past. few suggestions for COVID-friendly Hal- so try watching one that you’ve never seen As expected, the CDC has already put loween activities. Carving pumpkins with before, or sit down to watch your favorite out guidelines regarding Halloween, and family is a fun activity, and it provides an and be proud that this time you won’t be door-to-door trick-or-treating is highly opportunity to express creativity. For those jump-scared by that monster (or maybe discouraged. Instead, the recommend- bored with carving the traditional smiling you will). ed alternative is trick-or-treating with pumpkin with three teeth, try printing Even in the midst of a pandemic, life one-way traffic, where pieces of candy out some pumpkin-carving templates and goes on, and you can still have fun during are set out to take. The CDC also warns replicating the image on the pumpkin. This some of our favorite holidays. Life is not against using costume masks in place of is a fun and safe way to be creative, and the about the trials you face, but how you face the recommended cloth masks. Costume pumpkins will definitely liven up the front them, so take this Halloween to safely masks can be used in place of a cloth mask porch. celebrate in the ways that you can. Indulge only if the costume mask adheres to CDC The CDC also suggests holding a vir- in some sugar while you’re at it, and don’t guidelines. Wearing both a costume mask tual costume contest, so gather up some forget, HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Red Devils’ Advocate October 2020

Fall Recipes ½ tsp of ground ginger ¼ tsp of cloves by Génia Abbey ⅛ tsp of grated nutmeg ¼ tsp of salt In autumn, there’s nothing cozier than a homemade dish shared with 1 ½ tbsp of cornstarch (cornflour) family and friends. Here’s some delicious fall recipes to try out! 2 tsp of vanilla extract ½ cup of maple syrup Compôte de Pommes 2 eggs (Homemade French Applesauce) 1 egg yolk Ingredients 15 oz (1 can) of canned pumpkin puree 6 to 7 red apples, peeled, cored, and cut into chunks 12 fl oz (1 can)of evaporated milk about 1/4 cup water Instructions 3-4 Tbsp of brown sugar, to taste Preheat oven to 300° F and grease a 9 inch glass pie dish 1 teaspoon vanilla extract In a large bowl, whisk together the cinnamon, Ginger, cloves, Instructions nutmeg, salt, and cornstarch. Whisk this mixture until there Cook the chunked apples, water, and sugar on low heat in a saucepan, are no lumps in the cornstarch. stirring frequently. If too dry, add a bit more water. Add half of the maple syrup and whisk it in until the corn- After about 20 minutes, the apples should be easily mashable with a starch is completely dissolved and there are no lumps. Then, fork. You can mash everything or leave some chunks. Add the vanilla. add the rest of the maple syrup and the vanilla and mix well. Serve warm or cold! Can serve over French toast, ice cream, etc. Add the two eggs and one yolk, and whisk to combine. At the pumpkin puree and whisk until it’s mixed in well. Butternut Squash Soup Stir in the evaporated milk until incorporated from Moosewood Restaurant in Ithaca, NY Pour the prepared pumpkin custard into the 9 inch pie dish. Ingredients Firmly knock the pie dish on a hard surface like your kitchen 1 acorn squash or a small buttercup or butternut squash (about 2 cups, counter (don’t break the dish though!) a couple of times to cooked) remove any air bubbles. 2 cooking apples, peeled, cored, and chopped Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for 60 to 70 3 tablespoons butter, vegetable oil, or margarine minutes, rotating the pie dish halfway through the cooking 2 cups chopped onions time. 1 small carrot, diced Check for an internal temperature of 165-170° F in the mid- 1 medium potato, diced dle of the pie. If you don’t have a thermometer, remove the 3½ cups water pie from the oven while the middle still seems a bit jiggly, but 1½ cups milk, or apple juice or 1 cup of heavy cream the edges are set - this should take between 60-70 minutes. 1 teaspoon cinnamon Remove the pie dish from the oven and keep it in a cool, dry Salt and black pepper, to taste place to cool down, uncovered. When the pie has completely Instructions cooled to room temperature, cover the pie dish and refriger- Clean the squash, cut it in half, and scoop out the seeds. ate it overnight. Keep the pie in the fridge until you’re ready Place it, cut side down, on a lightly oiled baking pan, cover, and bake to serve. at 350 about one hour, until soft. Butternut squash may be peeled, cubed, and boiled rather than baked, if you prefer, but baking is easiest and heightens the flavor. Meanwhile, sautè the onions in the butter until they are translucent. Add the carrots, potatoes, apples, and water. Bring the vegetables to boil, lower the heat, and simmer for about 20 minutes, until all the vegetables are tender. When the baked squash has cooled, scoop out the soft insides and discard the skins. Combine the squash, vegetables, and stock with the milk, cream, or apple juice in a blender or food processor and puree in several batches to a smooth, creamy consistency. Heat the soup on low heat until it is hot, but not boiling. Add the cinnamon. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.

Crustless Pumpkin Pie from theflavorbender.com Ingredients Butter or coconut oil to grease the pie dish/dishes 1 tsp of ground cinnamon Red Devils’ Advocate October 2020 Bills’ “Jekyll and Hyde” Act Leaves Tesla Stays Ahead of National Media (and fans) Leery of Team the Game by Adam Bova pressure to carry the team on his back, he by Tyler Kubiak let the bright lights go to his head. For the first four weeks of the 2020 He isn’t the only one to blame (OC Big changes are coming in the auto season, the Buffalo Bills looked unstoppa- Brian Daboll can’t be left out of the conver- world with the announcement of an ble. Yes, the defense seemed a little more sation), but one major problem with the affordable, innovative Tesla car coming porous than in years past, but defensive Bills showed itself in the last few weeks: within the next three years. After years of coordinator Leslie Frazier’s unit returned when Allen and the offense are struggling pricey cars, Tesla revealed plans to man- perennial stars in cornerback Tre’Davious and aren’t putting up huge numbers, the ufacture a $25,000 electric car, equipped White, linebackers Tremaine Edmunds defense becomes exposed. with a new, cheaper, more efficient battery. and Matt Milano, second year defensive There were signs the defense was lack- Tesla CEO Elon Musk revealed these plans tackle Ed Oliver, plus solid free agency ing in middle of the field pass coverage and in a September interview, telling YouTuber pickups like former All-Pro Josh Norman. stopping the run, but they were masked Marques Brownlee, “If we work really hard The general consensus among fans and by the offense running up the score on I think maybe we can do that in about the media was that the defense would just their opponents. It’s not a coincidence that three years.” figure it out, and even that their struggles in the two games the offense put up their These new “tabless” battery cells are were negligible because of the high flying lowest point totals (16 against the Titans more condensed than prior ones, allowing offense. Josh Allen looked like an MVP and 17 against the Chiefs), the defense was the price to be drastically reduced, while candidate, Stefon Diggs showed why the gashed for 42 and 26 respectively. Without having the same, if not greater, range. Bills traded a first rounder for him earlier a balance on both sides of the ball, it is In addition, the car will be fully auton- in the year, and John Brown, Cole Beasley, very hard for a team to make a deep play- omous. Tesla’s promise for affordability is and rookie Gabriel Davis all looked like off run, and if the Bills aren’t careful this a far cry from past models, as the current extremely qualified compliments to the could be a rough season. price of an electric car is about $55,000. new number one receiver in town. From the bottom of my heart, I really As the world slowly drifts away from All of a sudden, everything that went hope these past two weeks were flukes. gas vehicles in the battle against climate so well through the first quarter of the Maybe the team that started 4-0 is the real change, electric car sales have been going season literally collapsed in Week 5 against Buffalo Bills and aren’t really the team that through the roof. Tesla’s plan is a the Tennessee Titans. Offensive coordi- looked like the New York Jets in prime- gamechanger for the automobile indus- nator Brian Daboll seemed to switch his time. try and it’s only a matter of time until entire offensive strategy, the ground game For now, fans need to be leery of this other manufacturers dip into the electric sputtered to a halt, and most importantly, team until Allen returns to early 2020 form car field. Price has always been the main Allen looked like a deer in headlights. For and the defense decides to play. Without setback in choosing gas cars over electric as much as the Bills looked like Dr. Jekyll some sort of change, it is very difficult to ones, and Tesla is doing its part to elimi- against the Jets, Dolphins, Rams, and Raid- envision a scenario where this team makes nate this. Tesla and counterparts General ers, they looked even more like Mr. Hyde the Super Bowl, let alone gets past the Motors and Nissan currently combine against the Titans and Chiefs. divisional round. for over 60% of all electric vehicles sales. Last year around this time, I wrote As much as the Bills disappoint us, we Tesla is making big strides to continue this about Josh Allen’s growth in his sopho- always love them. It also doesn’t hurt to trend. more year, and if I wrote this article two win against the hapless Jets in Week 6 to weeks ago, it would’ve contained nothing bring the record to 5-2. Go Bills. Red Devils’ Advocate but praise for the young signal caller. Editors, Staff, and writers Unfortunately, the glaring issues that have arisen with not only his play, but that of Emily Kreher - Editor-in-Chief the whole team have forced my hand into Sara Swenson - co Asst. E-i-C doing something I absolutely despise: Julia Towne - co Asst. E-i-C talking about Buffalo losses. Emily Hewson - Treasurer In his first four games, Allen finally Elena Vallis - Secretary seemed to sway his haters over into his Ruthie Bassarath - Asst. Secretary corner of the ring, even propelling peren- Writers: Génia Abbey nial naysayers like FS1’s Colin Cowherd to Adam Bova praise the young team. Something about Tyler Kubiak Josh just seemed different, whether it was his newfound deep ball accuracy, decision Advisor: Mrs. Hess making, or lack of turnovers (one through four games). Once he hit primetime against the Ti- tans and Chiefs, however, everything went down the drain. While he may have felt the Red Devils’ Advocate October 2020 Halloween Autumn Scenes Movie Night? by Ruthie Bassarath One of the best ways to get in the holiday spirit with Halloween is with some horror/scary movies! So which ones are sure to put you in that Halloween mood?

Twitches and Twitches Too - This old Disney movie has a great plot line, and is sure to bring back some childhood memo- ries of Halloween!

Halloweentown, Halloweentown II: Kalabar’s Revenge, Halloweentown High and Return to Halloweentown - The first 3 movies are perfect for a family movie night. The last one didn’t have the same Marnie Piper, but it was still pretty good.

The Addams Family and Addams Family Values - These movies are the perfect combination of weird, funny and a bit of creepy at times.

The Nightmare Before Christmas - Would it even be Halloween without watching this movie? Jack Skellington is sure to get you ready for the Halloween spirit, and maybe even Christmas for some people.

Child’s Play, Child’s Play 2, Child’s Play 3, Bride of Chucky, Seed of Chucky, Curse of Chucky, Cult of Chucky, and the 2019 remake Child’s Play - One of the best “people” that can really get you paranoid is Chucky, and the best part is that you’re probably going to be occupied for a whole day watching all 7 movies (or 8 if you count the remake.) There are a lot of great Halloween mov- ies to get you in that holiday spirit, without even having to leave your house!

Photos by Génia Abbey