24 December 17, 2012 Volume 4, Issue 2 Kellen Miller, top dawg in the DawgHouse!

By Joseph Preble player. claimed. “I Staff Writer All of these are key aspects of look up to Miller and his playing style, but what him. He al- He enters the court to the scream- is truly outstanding about him is his ways encour- ing of his fans. One foot on, he sets leadership. ages you to his stage for the game; two feet on, he “He leads by example, he is not a be better.” is ready to go; then, in a running real vocal leader,” Graham stated. Miller is bound through the towering arms of This quiet leadership is the key to a well- his teammates, senior Kellen Miller Freeman’s success though, Miller’s seasoned emerges ready to lead his team to vic- leadership by example and hard work leader in all tory! make other players want to do their of his sports. Miller, a 6’1” varsity basketball best as well. There is Photos by Joseph Prebble player, has led Freeman’s team to nu- “You see him out there doing his still more to Kellen Miller practice’s merous victories over a variety of best and it makes you want to do your Miller’s lead- his lay ups for game day. schools, both in district and out. With best as well to make the team better,” ership that an average of 15-16 points per game, explained senior Preston Primmer. can be seen Miller launches a barrage of 3- Through his try-my-best attitude, in simple places like classroom too. pointers and a hailstorm of quick re- and his quiet, lead by example leader- “He leads by example, [and] he is bounds. Though, his leadership is the ship, Miller inspires his team to try a very diligent hard-worker,” science true factor in all of Freeman’s victo- their best and ultimately helps them teacher John Hays said. “He gets his ries. achieve their goals. stuff in on time and [is] helping oth- “I love to play point guard be- Miller isn’t just a leader in one ers when he has the opportunity. It cause I can lead the team,” Kellen sport though. In football, Miller also doesn’t matter who it is, whether they stated. “I like to push the ball, distrib- exceeds expectation of leadership. are a friend or not, he is always will- ute the ball, and give assists.” “Kellen’s a quiet leader who’s ac- ing to help.” With a knack for leadership like tions speak louder than his words,” Even in physical education, Miller his, it’s no wonder Miller finds himself senior Jake Bisset, a football team- is a leader playing the key role of point guard. mate, elaborated. “He is very smart Miller is just an all-around great From a young age of just 7, Miller about the plays so if you need help, leader in all of his subjects in life. drifted away from his dream of soccer you can go to him and he’ll explain it As far as basketball goes, Miller is to follow his dad’s dream of basket- to you.” excited for this year. ball, which Miller soon fell in love Senior Tanner Waite has a very “[My goal is to] win league cham- with. Shortly after, he began leading high opinion of Miller as well. pionship, district championship, and Christmas brought to you his childhood teams to victory. As “He is very knowledgeable about hopefully make it to state. I also hope early as 4th grade, Miller’s team(the football [and] he leads by example. to be MVP of league,” said Miller. by the Bagpiper staff Freeman Fighters) won an AAU He’s getting out there working hard Unfortunately in the Varsity’s championship backed by his leader- and that enough motives me!” December 4 game against East Valley, ship. He later led the Freeman Thun- As well as being a leader, Kellen Miller was injured. He will be sitting der in 5th grade and the Spartans in 8th inspires his teammates in games and out for the next few months with a grade to win two more AAU champi- practices. ruptured ACL. The Bagpiper staff onships. “Kellen is a pretty quiet kid who wishes him all the best as he rehabs Miller’s a great player to coach leads by example normally,” Coach his knee, knowing that Miller will according to Coach John Graham. Wood shared. continue to be a vital part of Free- “He is wise beyond his years,” Even in golf it’s apparent that Mil- man’s basketball team as the season Graham explained as he described ler is an outstanding leader. continues. how fast of a learner Miller is. “He gives you advice when you Miller is not only a coachable need it,” junior Robby McClure ex- 2 23

Mr. Hayter gets new toys for science Senior year, Munson gives 110% on the mat By Mason Mackleit The grant was opened to teachers in his new lab quests, a little rectangular By Taylor Walker in wrestling, senior Austin Munson “The hardest thing for me in wres- high demand areas: technology, engi- box about the size of a mini iPad but Sports Editor Staff Writer made it all the way to be an alternate tling is having to watch what you eat,” neering, science, and much thicker. The new at state last year. confessed Munson. math. Teachers from “The first thing I equipment has the From the second the ref blows his Being such a successful and confi- Portion control tends to be diffi- across the state applied for am planning on electronic capability to Freeman High School is a small whistle, Freeman wrestlers give their dent wrestler, anything short of mak- cult for a teenage guy, so wrestling the grant. Teachers could buying is new lab collect data over a set school, with only about 320 students equipment for the all to defeat their opponents on the ing it to state this year seems impossi- really affects wrestlers on and off the apply for a grant from the time and record the enrolled in it. 320 students who will school.” mat. There is one wrestler who stands ble. With a record of impressive wins, mat. $400,000 pool of amounts data at time intervals need be able to come out of school pre- out. With only two years of experience college seemed like another reachable “He’s very difficult to wrestle be- between $20,000-$60,000. - Stephen Hayter set by the user. The lab pared to become our next generation goal, even though he claims cause he’s so strong,” said sophomore Applicants would be re- quest will then show of workers, engineers, and teachers, he isn’t interested in continu- Marcus Goldbach. quired to send a letter explaining how the data collected on a table or a graph jobs that are quickly advancing. These ing wrestling after high Many other wrestlers on the team the funding would be used if they re- with accuracy up to the hundredths. jobs are the jobs the school is trying to school. said the same thing over and over ceived a grant. This ability trumps his current equip- prepare students for, because of how “I really didn’t want to wres- again about Munson and his power in ment’s ability which aren’t as accurate fast the jobs are advancing, schools “The first thing I am planning on buy- tle actually,” explained Mun- strength. and don’t have the ability to collect or usually need funding for their different ing is new lab equipment for the son. “Mr. Ripke recruited me.” “He’s a very challenging oppo- record data. subjects. In early September, science school,” explained Hayter. “He’s very flexible,” Ripke nent,” added sophomore Teigan Glide- teacher Stephen Hayter, applied for a Hayter plans on buying more equip- said about Munson’s wres- well. “He knows his moves well and is Hayter received a grant for $20,000, Career and Technical Education (CTE) ment with similar capabilities although tling ability. “He can manage very strong. I have managed to beat some equipment Hayter has already grant from the Office of Superinten- he has yet to decide what he is getting to bend his body in certain him at practice before, even though it bought with the grant would include dent of Public Instruction. next. ways other boys can’t, which was hard.” Photo by Emma Sheldon really helps in wrestling.” With the season in full swing, Today, Munson’s favorite Munson is ready to get on the mat, Austin Munson and Markus Goldbach wrestle for the moves are head and arm and and make a run for state. Good luck The Bagpiper Staff varsity position during Freeman’s black and blue leg rise. this season Austin! tournament. Section Editors: Staff Writers: McIntyre ending her senior year strong News: Ruby Falciani Brooke Swartout Opinion: Ali Tesch By Anna Lee “If we were ever getting to continue playing basket- “I am going to miss her Heidi Hohmann Features Editor down on ourselves, she ball she has already talked personality, hard work and would bring us up.” to Carroll College, St. Mar- her leadership,” said coach Feature: Anna Lee Alyssa Nelson In her four years play- After competing on tins and Montana State Uni- Ashlee Nimri “I’ll miss the girls, the Arts and Entertainment: Olivia Nemec Katie Ophus ing for the lady Scotties teams that have earned two versity Billings. basketball team, senior state championships and “She always knew how pool workouts, and the Sports: Mason Mackleit Joseph Preble Molly McIntyre has been last years second place fin- to bring up the energy of team itself!” McIntyre said. through wins and loses with ish McIntyre is ready for the team, and she has a District: Isaac Stokoe Cashlynn Volk the team, and has put in her team to get back tot the fun personality,” said sen- many hours in the gym to championship game. ior teammate Alisha Special Feature: Maddie Richardson Taylor Walker help the team become the “My goal for the rest of Sorensen. best it can. With all the the year is getting through Even though this is Photography: Emma Sheldon work she has put in, McIn- districts and regionals as a McIntyre’s last season in a tyre has earned her spot as top seed so that we have an Freeman basketball jersey, a starting post this season. easy route to state,” McIn- she has worked hard over Photos by Emma Sheldon “She isn’t a verbal lead- tyre said. the four years of playing, Molly McIntyre jogging through Advisor: Pia Longinotti Principal: David Smith Superintendent: Randy Russell er, she leads by example,” Looking forward to and will be missed in the the gauntlet of cheerleaders be- said senior Haley Barnes. next year, McIntyre hopes lady Scotties program! fore a game. 22 3

Middle School cross country team shows improvement every meet Giving back to Spokane; good By Mike Allen competed on 1.5 mile courses across white, Aidan Dearman, Jonathan for college and the community Cross-Country Coach the region. The season included 4 Gregg, Nathan Longhurst, Colson league meets, 2 Invitationals and an O'Connor, Jason Ophus, Joe Rokus, all-league meet. The team saw im- Christian Rorie, Jarett Wright, Trinity By Olivia Nemec homeless shelters, soup The middle school cross country provement all season, with many per- Glidewell, Megan Stark, Annalisa A&E Editor kitchens, or clothing banks. team had another great season of sonal records from the beginning of Stewart, Haidon Storro, Ana Wilson. The House of Charity, (509) competition. For the third consecu- the season to the end improving by The eighth grade team members With the holiday sea- 358-270, Interfaith Hospitali- tive year the team had a large number over 45 seconds. The seventh grade were; Antoni Carlson, JJ Iltz, McCall son approaching fast, vol- ty Network of Spokane (for of members, a total of 19. The athlete team members were; Ryan Cross- Henderson, Alyssa Zimmerman. unteers will be flooding children) (509) 747-5487, local food banks, and shel- Saint Margret’s Shelter ters, all needing volunteers 358.4270, SAFE Center (for Photo by Emma Sheldon to help people in need. It families) (509) 329-2721, Canned foods are gathered by Freeman students for peo- feels really good to give Union Gospel Mission (for your time to those less for- men) I(509)-535-8510, and ple in need. tunate this holiday season. Women’s Hearth (for wom- zation that builds houses students brought in a series Additionally, high school en) (509) 328-6702 are all and helps people with inade- of items. The first week was seniors are trying to fit in shelters for the homeless. quate housing; their mis- toys. People brought toys their volunteer hours be- They gladly take volunteers sion is to illuminate pov- for children in need. The fore the deadline for col- at any time. erty. second week clothes were lege applications arrives. Area clothing banks The Infant Crisis Needs brought in appropriate for Seniors have the opportuni- like Our Place Ministries, or Bank provides low-income winter. And finally, the ty to apply for a scholar- Mission Community Out- families with supplies for third week food was ship given out for babies such ass brought in to help hungry community ser- cribs bottles carries families this holiday season vice hours, and and clothing, com- Any of these wonderful volunteering at ing in to help col- places would be more than holiday season lect supplies, take happy to accept volunteers Back Row: Coach Mike Allen, Megan Stark, Jarett Wright, Joe Back Row: Coach Mike Allen, McCall Henderson, Antoni Carl- could be their last or take inventory this holiday season and Rokus, Ana Wilson, Nathan Longhurst,Trinity Glidewell, son, Victoria Wagner chance to get would really help. would very much appreci- Middle Row: Colson O'Connor, Jason Ophus, Christian Rorie, Ai- ahead of the com- They can be con- ate your help. Volunteering Front Row: Alyssa Zimmerman, JJ Iltz dan Dearman, Ryan Crosswhite petition. Giving tacted at 536-1084. is an incredibly rewarding Front Row: Jonathan Gregg, Annalisa Stewart, Haidon Storro back to the com- Meals on Wheels experience; it’s also a way to munity not only delivers hot, nutri- gain experience for future feels great, but it tious meals to el- This fall Banner Bank in Rockford held its first annual employment. It gives you can help you get derly or disabled. on site experience in jobs. It essay contest for the Freeman Elementary 3rd grad- Photo by Emma Sheldon into college. Helping deliver can also help advance your ers. The students submitted essays on the topic of the Depending food in the vans is Toys were donated by Freeman students for children in education. They say the Rockford Fair, a topic near and dear to their on what you pre- a common volun- most valuable lessons are need for 15 days of Giving. hearts! Three students from each of the third grade fer, there are a teer job people can taught outside the class- classes were awarded monetary prizes. Hopefully, they number of types participate in. room. Giving back to Spo- of charities from which to reach accept new and gen- They can be contacted at kane and building up vol- each went to Banner Bank and promptly opened a sav- choose. Many places in the tly used clothing to give to 509-456-6597. unteer hours for resumes ings account! community are opening people in need. During the 15 Days of and college applications are their doors to volunteers. Habitat for Humanity, Giving, this year, Freeman only a few of the benefits of Back Row: Vivian Plank, bank manager, Laramee Spring, Counselor Laura Hamma (509)-534-2552 helps fami- students brought in items volunteering. Help Spo- Sonyia Freter, Ryan Russell, Wanda Brown, assistant manager. recommends volunteering lies in need find a home. for families in need. Over kane and help yourself. Front Row: Bailey Swanson, Nolan Holt, Rachael Fagan at local charities such as They are a non-profit organi- the course of three weeks, Photo courtesy of Kim Metcalf 4 21

Freeman School District shows holiday Freeman Choirs give back to local community spirit by giving back to the community By Danette Garcia Educators Association. Music teach- Choir Teacher ers in the Northeast region of Wash- By Ali Tesch started spreading, many church leaders will go to Freeman community fami- ington audition and nominate their Opinion Editor tried banning gift giving. The only lies that cannot afford Christmas this On Saturday, November 17, 2012, students to participate. Freeman was issue with that was that too many peo- year. Some of the gifts that were in- over 200 4th – 6th grade students gath- able to send 7 students this year – There is no other holiday like ple cherished the tradition of gift giv- cluded on the tree were toys, gift cards, ered at the Valley Assembly of God Chase Antons; Taylor Howard; Ron- Christmas. Christmas is a joyous time ing. However, it wasn’t until the late and clothing. Trees were set up in Church in the Spokane Valley to re- ni Keizer; Savannah Lindsley; Han- Photo courtesy of Danette Garcia where friends and family get together 1800s that people started in the habit both the High School and Middle th hearse and perform at the 6 Annual nah Pylant; Emily Sheard; and Celia Ronni Keizer; Savannah Lindsley; Chase An- and celebrate by giving gifts. Christ- of exchanging expensive gifts. School commons. Elementary Honor Choir hosted by Vigil. tons; Emily SheardCelia Vigil; Taylor Howard; mas is also called the season of giving, Today giving gifts is a very im- “It is important for Freeman stu- the Spokane Falls/Northeast Music and Hannah Pylant. but have you ever wondered why it is portant part of society especially dur- dents to help out with Freemans 15 given that name? ing the holiday season. People give to days of giving and the Giving Tree “Christmas is really important show that they care. They also may because it is important they help out Freeman third graders celebrate their Future looks very bright because it’s a time where you spend give to show their appreciation. Giving their community,” said senior Jessica quality time with family and friends,” to friends and family is very popular. Magors. annual Dictionary Day for Freeman Football junior Marianne Wipf explained. “I also “I give presents to my friends and Freeman’s FBLA will run their By Chad Ripke think it’s the time to give gifts and to family to show how much I appreciate annual fundraiser, Freeman’s Cares for By Kim Metcalf show that you care about your family them," said freshman Kaylee Fuchs. Kids. On December 15, parents have Third Grade Teacher Middle School Football Coach and friends.” Freeman School District loves to the option of dropping their children The question is when did Christ- show holiday spirit by giving to the off at the Freeman High School while On November 13, the Freeman Elementary third graders each This years 8th grade team finished the season mas become a national holiday? In community. Since Thanksgiving break, they Christmas shop. FBLA members received a paperback dictionary courtesy of the McIntosh Grange in with a perfect 6-0 record, as well as the 7th grade 1870, President Ulysses S. Grant de- the leadership class has run two activi- will entertain their children by playing Rockford. This national program called "Words for Thirds" under- team too. This team not only finished undefeat- clared Christmas a national holiday. ties: The Giving Tree, and the 15 days games, making crafts, and providing stands and supports the educational needs of third graders learning th The custom of giving gifts to of Giving. food. In order to put on Freeman Cares dictionary skills! The students were thrilled with this gift and use ed for their 8 grade season, but they finished friends and family began in ancient During the 15 Days of Giving, for Kids Freeman families made dona- them almost daily! undefeated for their middle school careers, hav- Rome and Northern Europe. They FHS teamed with the PTSA to bring in tions. ing gone undefeated last season as well. As far gave gifts to friends and families to clothing, food, and toys. Everything “Students can give by donating as I know around here at Freeman, this is the celebrate the end of the year. At first, students donate goes back to the com- items and volunteering their time,” first team to complete that feat. This year’s theses gifts were very simple. For ex- munity. The 15 Days of Giving began said FBLA advisor Scott Moore. ample, most of the gifts exchanged on November 26 with a week of donat- Christmas is a very important sea- team outscored their opponents 243-22. This were twigs and food. Popular gift to ing new or gently used toys. On the son; it is a time to give and be cheery. team was an absolute pleasure to coach. Not give were vegetables in honor of the week of December 3, students brought Volunteering is a great way to show just because of the win’s, or the scores, but be- fertility goddess. When Christianity in new or gently used clothing. This holiday spirit during the Christmas cause this was a complete team and all the kids week students wrapped the drive season. Freeman offers many opportu- contributed and worked very hard to achieve the by bringing in non-perishable food nities to show your community you items, and a frozen turkey drive appreciate them. goal we had set forth at the beginning of the on Thursday. 15 days Of Giving is “Christmas is my favorite season season. This year’s team was the complete pack- going very well between all three because I like how everybody is happy age, they had speed, quickness, strength, but schools. Many Freeman families for their own reasons,” Paternoster said. more importantly they have a lot of heart, char- will be benefiting from everyone’s Remember that Christmas is about acter, and were egoless. This is a very special generosity. giving and spending quality time with group and Coach Ripke, Coach Darcy, and The leadership class also ran The friends and family. If you are consider- Giving Tree from November 26- ing volunteering keep in mind that Photo courtesy of Kim Metcalf Coach Smetana look forward to watching this .December 14. Freeman set up a giving and helping out the community Pictured in photo (Metcalf4)- Front Row: Ronnie Roche, Gary Wag- talented group under the lights on Friday nights Photo by Emma Sheldon tree featuring gifts for families is one of the greatest gifts you can give ner, Rachael Fagan. Back Row: Mrs. Metcalf, Jizelle Farrow, Robbee in the near future. who need a little extra help this this holiday season. Cans and more were donated by the Freeman McNeilly, Jacob Trevino, Derek Cecil, Caitlin O'Boyle, Hope Hind- season. All of the gifts donated community. berg. 20 5 From paintings to sculptures to 3-D

By Alyssa Nelson his family and friends. But, he prefers ly has some traditions too: opening mosaic, Speiring has done it all! Staff Writer snow much more than warmer places. presents on Christmas Eve, watching “If I had to live in a place without The Grinch, baking delicious food, By Katie Ophus Tinman Gallery. The snow is falling, there’s a snow, there wouldn’t be a ton of differ- and decorating their fake tree. Staff Writer He entered a piece he titled cheerful ambience in the air, and you ent things to do year-round,” said Gil- Also, DeHaas said that her mom Freeman’s art teacher Ken Spiering “Deer”. This tile watch the succulent turkey come out lingham. “It’d be repetitive.” goes all out on the decorations. They has been a great addition to the art pro- mosaic deer had of the oven. Children are running He must really love the snow have an inflatable snow globe, rein- gram at Freeman. He started working real antlers and is around outside trying to catch falling which explains why he snowboards so deer, candy canes, and snowflakes. here two years ago; this will be his three- snowflakes with little, red noses that much! Her favorite part about this time of third year teaching at Freeman. Spier- dimensional. are frozen, and they’re bundled up in “In the 8th or 9th grade, I was snow- year is the atmosphere because there’s ing’s art can be found all over Spokane, Spiering layers of clothing. The adults are boarding and hit a tree. I was in a co- joy, happiness, and everyone is to- from Riverfront Park’s “The Big Red started his amaz- chattering amongst themselves and ma for one and a half days,” added gether. There are a lot of different Wagon” to Manito Park. Spiering has a ing career at the laughing, reminiscing about their Gillingham. activities to do during the winter. lot of fans, including his students. young age of 5, earlier days. Presents are sprawled Regardless of this, he still insists “I like to go to my cabin and “I like Mr. Spiering because of the when he sold his way he gives you help when you need first piece to his out under a colorfully decorated tree on snowboarding. With snow there snowmobile, and attempt to ski, but it,” said senior art student Casey Phin- mom for one dol- that’s full of ornaments, candy canes, come a lot of accidents, such as Gil- I’m not very good at it,” explained Photo courtesy of Ken Spiering ny. lar in the third and an angel or a star on top. The lingham’s coma incident. But there DeHaas. “He is one of the most fun teach- grade. Spiering’s Freeman students built this “Trojan Holstein” sculpture to try and smell of pumpkin pie, pine from the are other accidents too involving driv- Even though she has a great time ers I have ever had,” added sophomore career has al- win new pottery wheels and kilns for the art department. tree, and spice fills the house. Christ- ing. in the snow, she could live without it; Annalee Jackson. lowed him to mas is in the air. Everyone’s happy “All the people driving when she wants to move down to California Spiering has recently been fea- travel all over the world. His furthest the art program and excited about the holidays. It’s a there’s snow on the ground is ridicu- because of the nice weather and the tured in a show called “Mosaic” at The adventure was to North Pole, Alaska to “It’s a different but fun idea,” said time for giving, thanking, and being lous,” Gillingham said, and this really cute surfer boys. install pieces of artwork. junior Sarah King. with loved ones. annoys him. There is a lot to do during the Spiering’s art classes are currently Mr. Spiering’s creativity has rubbed Most families have a unique way Even though Gillingham may winter, even if your family doesn’t working on a 4 foot tall cow Spiering off on his students. It has inspired calls the “Trojan Holstein.” They are them to go off on their own and make of celebrating Christmas, but not eve- not truly celebrate Christmas, he still celebrate Christmas. For DeHaas and making this cow as a collaborative their own creative designs and ideas. ryone. Some families don’t even cele- gives. He gives a large donation to the her family they have family tradi- project for a competition sponsored Spiering has lots more to show in his brate it. What do they do instead Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery. tions, celebrate Jesus’ birth, gather by Made By Milk. Spiering got this near fu- then? Well, senior Spencer Gilling- “Winter is out of the normal,” said round, and are full of laughter. As for fun idea from our former Family ture. He ham said that he hangs out with his Gillingham. “People are just happier.” Gillingham, he sees Winter Break as and Consumer Science teacher Jen- has more friends. They snowboard, four-wheel, Senior Lindsey DeHaas and her at time to be with friends and family, nifer Fees. She sent Spiering pic- surprises make a lot of noise, and have all- family celebrate Christmas as we nor- go snowboarding, and have a great tures that inspired his “Trojan Hol- planned nighters. mally would think of. time. \This break can be interpreted stein” idea. Nutrition Services Di- for his “[Snowboarding] gets the adrena- “Christmas is a time for family to into many different ways, such as rector Raenn Ducar showed Spiering classes line pumping and I get to hangout get together and celebrate Jesus’ DeHaas, and Gillingham’s families. posters of the Made By Milk compe- coming tition. up and with my friends,” Gillingham ex- birth,” said DeHaas. Every family spends their time differ- “It’s a fun way to try to get the many plained. DeHaas and her family may cele- ently.. All that matters is that they’re school a few extra bucks,” said Spier- more Gillingham usually stays in Spo- brate Jesus’ birth, but that doesn’t all together and happy. ing. pieces of kane over break, but he has traveled mean that they can’t have any fun. If his students win, Spiering is art work Photo courtesy of Ken Spiering to Mexico, Canada, and Alaska with They travel to Mexico every year, or Photo courtesy of Ken Spiering planning on using the money pur- to come. Spiering’s newest painting in- they go to her aunt’s house. Her fami- Spiering entered this mosaic piece, “Deer” in chase pottery wheels and kilns for clude this piece entitled “Peter Tinman Gallery’s latest exhibit. Pan.” 6 19

(Continued from page 18) and not misrepresenting our heritage dish from Casper Fry. The mouth wa- Giving is needed more than just during the holidays and our history and our family.” tering chicken placed in the center of One day, Deb Clement was hav- The moment a waffle By Taylor Walker need include volunteer- ing coffee with her mother and they you step foot gently Staff Writer ing some of your free were discussing the location, 928 onto the aged sprin- time to work at a soup South Perry Street, and her mother hardwood in Cas- kled Christmas. What does that word kitchen, or maybe just brought up her grandfather. They per Fry, it’s like with mean to you? According to the Web- simply remove an had already obtained the location you’ve been crisp ster’s Dictionary, Christmas is “An “ornament” from our that just happened to be across the transported to a white annual church festival (December 25) own high school’s giving street from the church Fry previously rustic southern pow- and in some states a legal holiday, in tree and purchase the preached at that used to be a Baptist restaurant. The dered memory of the birth of Christ often written gift to make church. Edison-style light sugar. celebrated by a particular church ser- somebody’s Christmas. “Honestly I couldn’t even re- bulbs lead your Their vice, and also by special gifts, greet- You could even organize member his name,” Clement admit- eyes down the syrup is ings and hospitality.” your own clothing or ted. “I said ‘well, what was his name?’ long restaurant, a per- WOW! Thanks Webster, that was a Photo by Emma Sheldon canned food drive And she said, ‘Casper Fry’ and then it highlighting fect mouthful-- let’s simplify things a bit through a club you’re Freeman students and staff donated food, clothes, and toys just became the perfect name for the each new ele- Original souther favorite waffles and fried chicken (courtesy of Emma Sheldon) accent and see what some key words seemed connected with or restaurant…It just fit the neighbor- ment. Along the to the to help others in the Freeman community have happy holi- to be a common thread among our through a church you hood and it just fit the family.” wall lies a long bench with many ta- waffle. Not to mention their ham- days this year as a part of the 15 Days of Giving. fellow Freeman Scotties. Students and attend. I’m sure even a By adding your elder’s name to bles for even the biggest dinner party. burgers perfectly charred on a unique teachers commonly mentioned the simple bag of Christmas your work and what you put out to Along the opposite wall are tall tables bun covered in an array if ingredients. words family, presents, religion, Jesus, here in Spokane won’t be as fortunate. cookies would plant a smile on the public, it adds pride in what you and stools, all of which were locally The steak and vegetables compliment and food. All these things are a part of These statistics aren’t meant to make someone’s face. As you can see, there do. For Clement, it was more then crafted. The staffs all buzzing around, each other perfectly it makes your my tradition as well. you not want to order your favorite are many ways that you can help just family pride that went into using seem so busy, but they manage to mouth water just in anticipation. The As I reflected on these interviews peppermint mocha or feel guilty someone have a memorable holiday, a the name. make you feel welcomed and wanted. food and a window side seat makes and peoples’ traditions, I started to about having a family to enjoy…they full stomach, or warm clothes to wear. “it makes us more consciences of They all take time to listen and make for the perfect meal. think about people who may not have are meant to increase awareness. This year when I go to make my how we represent our family” reflect- conversation, simultaneously granting Clement has worked hard to anything great to say about Christ- Awareness can motivate us to be a Christmas list, I am going to try and ed Clement. “It makes us more con- each and every wish of the customers. bring a southern feeling to Casper Fry mas. For some, it’s just another day on part of the real meaning of Christmas think of what I can do for someone sciences of what we’re doing there The food alone is incredibly and has done so, beautifully. Casper the streets, another day to find shelter, which is giving. You might be think- else instead of how to get a new iPh- unique. From the Smoked Pork Belly Fry is the perfect addition to the Perry or another meal that they know they ing, “I don’t even have a job, I have one for myself. Don’t get me wrong, I to the districts ever changing character. won't be getting. nothing to give.” Well, I bet if you are do want an iPhone; however, if some- Shrimp Before you stop reading this and like me…you have a closet that is one NEEDS a coat or a meal, that’s Po’boy; the think that this article just got depress- about to burst with coats that you much more important. Giving re- Pantry ing, please stay tuned. There is a way don’t wear, or maybe the pantry has minds me to be thankful each day and Plate to that you can help. zero space to hold one more can of to count every blessing that I already the Alta- Did you know that there are 1,185 soup. have. mont, its homeless people in Spokane? 170 of Here’s an idea: GIVE. DONATE. I challenge whoever is reading all careful- those are families, and 99 are Veter- Be a part of someone’s Christmas this to do something similar. That ly crafted ans. As most of us are waking up to morning. Some easy things to do that coat you have only worn once and just and beauti- long-existing family traditions, others have a large impact to help those in sits in your closet collecting dust? fully pre- That could be somebody’s only gift sented. they get this year…if you choose to The dishes donate or to give. There are no excus- come es, so get out there and help! This, to clean and me, is the true definition of Christmas. thought Move over Webster’s Dictionary be- out. The cause my definition of Christmas is waffle and summed up in one word: GIVING. A delicious coffee from Casper Fry (courtesy of Emma Sheldon) fried chick- Photo by Ali Tesch en is so far my favorite 18 7

007 is back in action in Skyfall Freeman fashion for the winter season

By Olivia Nemec tral colors and tions for When he hears of the attack on MI6, By Isaac Stokoe Dench), the director of MI6, tells Eve A&E editor clothing articles, men are that she needs to try and shoot the though, he decides to end his vacation such as baggy tops things District Editor thief. Eve isn’t possible to get a good and get back in the game. Then the With winter upon us, in greys or blacks like sweat- rd The 23 James Bond film, Sky- shot and is pressured into shooting. hunt is on to find a computer genius, the t-shirts and tank tops paired with a flashy ers, nice are becoming too little for accessory. jeans, and fall, has impressed us all. Usually The shot is fired, and Bond falls hun- who is a rogue MI6 agent (Javier Bar- the ice cold Washington There is nor- leather with movies in a series, the first is dem) that plans to elaborately kill M. dreds of feet to the water below. winters. All the new winter mally a style of jackets. going to be the best and Bond then takes matters into his own Bond is lines have been released by clothing to go with Classic the rest can just decline, hands to protect M and the lure the designers and are now a new fashion sea- men’s pre- but with Skyfall it has rogue into a trap to kill him. available, but what have son such as bright style hard- sumed done the exact opposite. been the most popular or bold. This year’s ly ever dead and The story is woven into the action It takes the element of trends at Freeman? most talked about changes. a formal and adventure that is constantly add- Some of the most “off and used style is Some of all of the Bonds and Photo by Olivia Nemec report is ing a new twist to the plot. The sound- the runway” fashions that the classy, old Hol- the bolder changes it to a master- are found at our school are lywood style, this classic, “During the winter, my men’s options are things written of track was amazing and Adele’s song piece. This is also the layered scarves, printed chic style includes light favorite outfit is definitely like big shoes, brands such his death for the opener was perfectly made for third Bond movie that skinny jeans, leggings, and pastel colors paired with leggings, big sweaters and as Osiris, low rise jeans is written the movie. The graphics were most Craig has played in. brown leather boots. On any gold or sparkly accents. scarves,” said Youngren. bright colors and layered by M. Six definitely state of the art. The way the Light pinks Youngren gets most of jackets. Skyfall opens with months whole movie played out from an artis- with gold ac- her inspiration from sites Our fashionable Free- cents and like Pintrest. Her unique man students are keeping James Bond (Daniel later as tic point of view, was very well made. browns are style isn’t dulled by the win- up with the winter trends Craig) on a mission with M is As far as the story line goes, the intri- especially pop- ter season. really well, showing off his female partner Eve heading cate web of enemies and possibilities. ular at Free- Some of the designers their own twists on runway (Naomie Harris) to cap- back to It is able to keep even the pickiest man. for the season are not only styles like graphics patterns, ture a thief (Ola Rapice) MI6 moviegoers entertained. I would rec- The boho the well known designers lace, and chunky jewelry. like Banana Republic, Guc- And they’re already looking who had stolen the head- ommend this movie to anyone who hipster look is rocking among ci, Dolce and Gabana, and forward to the fresh spring names of almost all of likes action movies. The movie is rat- The 007 movie cover (courtesy of imdb.com) some students Tommy Hilfiger. But also lines at the end of this win- the MI6 field agents. ed PG-13, so children should probably these days. Big some more not as well- ter. Bond pursues the thief over the roof- quarters, a bomb goes off inside and not watch it but still the movie is won- glasses, skinny known de- tops of Turkey on a motorbike and kills 7 agents. Meanwhile, Bond is en- derful. jeans, unique signers, such then onto a train. As Bond and the joying his death on a small island. patterns and as Alexander thief fight atop the train, M (Judi colors rule the McQueen Boho scene. and Anna Also the loose Sui, are very fitting tops popular. Photo by Olivia Nemec with tighter Men’s jeans and boots fashion isn’t By Emma Sheldon great-grandfather’s name is the talk beyond just his name, in the business given day, you can find a are popular for any body closely fol- Photo Editor of the town. She was born too late to of his grandchildren. Casper Fry is a combination on our fashion type; it flatters with a casu- lowed in meet the man whose name is spread- restaurant that is giving a new mean- -forward students. Bright al flare. high school All of us have a history. All of us ing like wild fire. Strange how some- ing of being local. colored accessories such as Junior Karly Youngren but some of have ancestors. In the case of Deb one so distant can cause such a hub- watches, earrings or head- has a quirky, signature style the more Clement, the owner of Casper Fry, her bub; Casper Fry has a big influence, (Continued on page 19) bands are paired with neu- that’s admired by many. classy op- Photo by Olivia Nemec 8 17

(Continued from page 16) within a matter of seconds. Mia Angelis, a fiery passion for dance When the fire is gone, the chef places a small tower of onion By Maddie Richardson Angelis is now a certified in- to nationals is a lot of work. She has to rings on the grill, pours some Special Feature Editor structor after dancing and doing gym- work hard, be determined and confi- oil in the middle and lights it Being a gymnast is never nastics since she was 3 years-old. She dent, and have one of the highest on fire, igniting a tall fire with easy. When you add dance on top of it, works for RAD and teaches any age scores to make it to Vegas. The com- it becomes a lot harder. But for fresh- group for any type of magma bursting out like a vol- man Mia Angelis, it’s a breeze. dance. cano on your table. “I was always a hyper active child “Being able to With that impressive show, with a ton of energy,” explained Ange- watch my sister get up lis. “So, my mom thought gymnastics on stage and perform your chef starts to cook the and dance would be a great way to makes me realize how rice, appetizers and the entrées burn off all the energy.” much she truly is capa- your party ordered from the Being able to compete in a com- ble of,” said junior Matt diverse menu. The meats are petition is one of Angelis’ favorite Angelis. cooked first in order to avoid things. She has a passion and drive to When watching his succeed and be the best she possibly sister perform, Angelis risking a problem such as mer- can be. realizes how talented his cury poisoning from the sea- “Dancing is something differ- sister really is. food. The steaks are cooked to These are the main course plates which visualize the ent from what a lot of other people “I give her props for Photo credit: Mia Angelis order, seasoned with a teriyaki The bright Shogun sign attracts the eye and leads customers to traditional look to Shogun. (photo by Ruby Falciani) do,” Angelis explained. “I love the self being able to perform their restaurant. (Photo courtesy of Kris-Anna Mack) Angelis getting ready to perform a stunt during her dance. sauce, sliced up and delivered -discipline it gives me. I work over 70 until 1:00 a.m. and get- to your plate. The chicken is hours a week; and I still love every ting up at 5:00 the next morning, and petitions really give Angelis a rush of brings water and takes your drink evacuated from the grill, your chef minute of it.” not even acting like she’s tired,” he excitement as she prepares to compete simmering on the sidelines as the order choice, as well as your prefer- will start on the chicken. Like the said proudly. in either a group competition or solo steak is prepared; after the steaks are Every year, Mia Angelis heads to one. ence of white or fried rice. steak, the chicken is grilled with a sauce –in this case sesame- Las Vegas, Nevada to perform in a She is determined and dedicated When they return with your huge competition for nationals. to what she does. After a tough com- diced, and delivered. The sea- drinks, you are given a delicious Jap- “Being able to travel all over and petition, she comes home and still food is cooked last. The chef meet new people is really exciting,” manages to keep a 4.0. Angelis com- anese green onion and mushroom sautés and seasons the food explained Angelis. petes in both solo and group competi- soup which has a clear broth and a with teriyaki sauce until it is Angelis has only made it to na- tions, and enjoys the adrenaline rush warm, indescribably subtle flavor cooked to perfection. By the tionals 3 times since she was 10 years- she gets after every time she per- which leaves you in awe. After your Photo Credit: Mia Angelis old. Being able to make it all the way forms. end of the night, both you order is taken, you are given a gar- and your plate will have been den salad with a secret homemade filled with delicious gourmet Japanese dressing that has such a food. Parkour- not just another “sport” brilliantly unique flavor it will leave you speechless and wanting more. Not only is the food fantastic, While most sports involve throwing a ball or playing challenging to do,” Douglas said. but the employees are just as When your personal chef arrives defense on another person, sophomore Devin Douglas Parkour consists of things such as leaping over large amazing. They are all very does a sport that is more physically and mentally taxing gaps, jumping off of walls, precision jumping and ground at your table, the chef introduces him attentive and observant of then most other hobbies. rolls. You make the environment that you are in your own, or herself and gives an impressive your needs. The staff is kind, Douglas found his passion for parkour when he was in and basically make it your personal playground. It is a non strobe-light show using two spatulas. th helpful, and sweet people 8 grade. For the past two years, Douglas has been taking -competitive activity where you have to negotiate different The chef begins by pouring some oil parkour classes at northwest gymnastics in the Spokane obstacles in as many ways as you can. who make you feel welcomed on the table-top grill and igniting it, Valley. “My favorite part is challenging myself to do some- The chef created a volcano of onions and oil that could impress any the minute you arrive. If you “I decided to start because it was something knew and thing that I have never done before,” Douglas explained. creating a large fire that dies down party. (Photo by Ruby Falciani) 16 9

By Maddie Richardson Caitlin ends up falling hard for him. The first few dates, they really your mind hanging, but in a good Tanner Waite: who is the Friday video guy? Special Feature Editor hit it off, and she thinks she’s in some way. You won’t want to put it down. By Heidi Hohmann “We basically just go around knocking on people’s The last week of summer can sort of different world. One day, some- Dreamland is Dessen’s fourth doors talking to them about Mormonism and maybe trying be depressing for some people. But Staff Writer thing in book, and one of her to convert them.” Waite explained. when Caitlin O'Koren’s sister, Cass, him You may only know senior Tanner Waite as that kid best because it’s true life. Waite has a lot of ideas about what might come after runs away, Caitlin is especially dread- snapped. He who makes the Friday videos, or the kid who makes sings Things like this actually his mission. ing school starting, in Sarah Dessen’s and plays the guitar, or maybe just one of the Mormon kids started treat- happen, and many girls at Freeman. Well, he's not exactly just that, he’s much “I plan to go to BYU, maybe or film school,” said Waite. Dreamland. ing her dif- don’t speak up about it. more. He's probably one of the most involved students at “Honestly, I have no idea.” On the day of Caitlin’s six- ferently. The only thing that was Freeman. Enough with Waite’s involvement out of school, let’s teenth birthday, Cass runs away, leav- This disappointing was the Waite is an, “outgoing, talk about his school activities. About every Freeman High ing Caitlin wondering why she would is an excel- ending. It makes it seem fun-loving guy” said sen- School student knows that Waite is involved in the Friday ever leave. School starts, and Caitlin’s lent read like there is going to be ior Ben Carasco. videos, but how did he get involved? best friend, Rina Swain, asks her if that will a second book to the First of all, many of you “I just made a couple track videos and they asked me she’s willing to try out for cheerlead- leave you series, when in reality know that Waite is in- to be a historian,” said Waite. volved in music, but ing. Thinking this is the only thing wanting Dessen doesn’t write Waite has done or is active in are cheer, track, and maybe you don’t know Cass would never try, Caitlin agrees. series. At the very end of football. more. It much about it other the book, Cass returns They both end up making the squad. shows than watching his “I did cheerleading during my freshman and sopho- After a game, one of the football play- young girls home, making you think YouTube videos, or just more year, I was just a stunt man so nothing special,” said Photo Credit :Heidi Hohmann ers throws a party and the girls decide they should- more is to come about looking at some of his Waite. “I’ve been doing track since 7th and I started football Facebook photos of my junior year.” to go. When they stop to clean the car n’t be afraid what happened to them some of his shows. Waite has been in two bands and is cur- out at a carwash, Caitlin ends up meet- to speak up The cover of Dreamland both, and maybe even He’s looking forward to the upcoming track season, his rently working on a solo project. His first band was called ing Rogerson Biscoe. She instantly (photo by SaraDestin.com) what happened to Cass favorite sport in which to participate. about some- Rain on My Parade with Danny and Bennett Vogelman and falls for his eyes. thing they are keeping hidden. Read- while she was away. the second one was called Hammerland. Waite basically “I’d have to say track and my favorite event would be ing a book like that always leaves started writing music when he was in Rain on My Parade. the 400m,” added Waite. “I basically just wrote songs, and gradually got better Waite’s track aspirations include setting a new school Shogun hibachi steak and seafood is a Japanese delicacy! and it kind of branched off from there.” said Waite. track record in one of his events. Waite has been involved with music for quite awhile All now. in all, By Ruby Falciani The interior of the building is al- The tables are trapezoidal shaped Waite is a “I started guitar in 8th grade... so about 4 years I’d say,” most as amazing as the food. The en- and seats two people on two sides, one very di- News Editor His current works are in his solo project, which many verse trance is a bridge over a small, indoor person on the two rounded edges, and guy. He’s Whether it’s for a casual dinner, a of you have probably heard about or seen. Waite started wishing pond; to the right is a full- another side seating three people working on his project last summer. His music is known as really family party, or a sassy, extravagant wall, indoor waterfall which can dis- leaving one full side of the table to “calm and melodic,” according to his friend and senior, involved date, Shogun will satisfy both your play images. When you cross the the chef; this enables a party of nine Zeke Flack. in school hunger and your expectations. Sho- and bridge it guides you to the waiting to fit perfectly. Each seat is given the “I just mainly play shows, record, and just do it for fun sports gun is a Japanese steak and seafood area where the waiters take your party perfect amount of space for the cus- like any hobby.” said Waite “I never really plan end project and restaurant located at 821 East 3rd Av- since I just do it for fun,” said Waite. to a table. The more family-friendly tomer to feel comfortable yet close events enue Spokane, WA 99202, or call at portion of the restaurant is separated enough to your party to swipe their After high school, Waite plans to go on a two year Mor- outside Photo Credit: Heidi Hohmann (509) 534-7777. from the bar, invoking a more sooth- food. As you are seated, the wait staff mon mission. This mission can go anywhere in the country of school. ing and laid back vibe to your dinner. (Continued on page 17) and almost anywhere in the world in countries that allow it. Waite having fun posing for pictures in the hallway 10 15 Devin Douglas, a unique athlete While most sports involve throw- leaping over large gaps, jumping off ing a ball or playing defense on an- of walls, precision jumping and other person, sophomore Devin ground rolls. You make the environ- Douglas does a sport that is more ment that you are in your own, and physically and mentally taxing then basically make it your personal play- most other hobbies. ground. It is a non-competitive activi- Douglas found his passion for ty where you have to negotiate differ- parkour when he was in 8th grade. For ent obstacles in as many ways as you the past two years, Douglas has been can. taking parkour classes at northwest “My favorite part is challenging gymnastics in the Spokane Valley. myself to do something that I have “I decided to start because it was never done before,” Douglas ex- something knew and challenging to plained. Photo Credit: Devin Douglas do,” Douglas said. If you ever are staying around Douglas messing around around outside Parkour consists of things such as after school, you will often see Doug-

Spokane an exciting place to spend Christmas break By Ali Tesch Riverfront Park. The IMAX shows exclusive movies that Opinion Editor educate and entertain. A few movies that are showing If you are planning on spending Winter Break in Spo- right now are Tornado Alley and To the Artic. The IMAX kane then there are several things to do. Spokane has many theatre is a great place to bring a group of friends to watch unique places to go that are cheap but also fun. a movie! Chaps restaurant (located on 4237 S. Cheney-Spokane “I love going to the IMAX Theater with my cousins,” Rd.) is a prime example of Spokane’s originality. Chaps is a explained freshman Braden Stejer. “It’s a lot of fun, and one of a kind restaurant with great atmosphere. The restau- they always show interesting movies. “ rant (which was featured on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins, Another great place to go during Winter Break is and Dives last year) is best known for its breakfast menu, downtown. During the month of December, Downtown Happy Holidays! but they also provide lunch and dinner. Chaps also houses Spokane offers activities such as ice-skating, horse and car- a bakery called Cake that serves decadent desserts such as riage rides, and shopping. There are several free activities Lemon Cloud Pie, Coconut Cream Cake, and Three- in Spokane to do during Winter break. Mrs. Heinen’s 1st grade class Chocolate Mousse. Take a trip to the Davenport Hotel. You can enjoy the “My favorite restaurant is Chaps because the food is free tree lighting ceremony. The Davenport Hotel is a really good and the restaurant is very crafty,” said fresh- breathtaking hotel that is worth visiting. man Sage Condrey. Another free activity you can try during winter break Chaps is open for breakfast on Friday and Saturday is taking a carriage ride through downtown. It is one of the from 7:30 to 3:00. They are also open on Sunday for break- most popular events downtown during Christmas. fast from 7:30 to 2:00. On Tuesday through Saturday from “I love going downtown during the winter because it’s 11-3, Chaps serves lunch. Finally on Wednesday through really cool!” junior Beth Primmer exclaimed. Saturday, Chaps serves dinner from 4:30 to closing. Chaps If you’re feeling active and want to try something dif- serves a ton of variety such as Meat Lovers Scramble for ferent this Winter Break, you should try indoor Rock- only $10.97. climbing. Spokane offers several indoor rock-climbing If you’re looking for something low-key to do during places such as The YMCA and Wild Walls. Winter Break, you should check out the IMAX Theater at “I love rock climbing,” Condrey said. “It’s a great work 14 11

Mrs. Heinen’s 1st grade Magers has An Eye for art

class explains Santa By Cashlynn Volk the Seattle Art Institution, if she chooses to go to college. Staff Writer “Carlee loves attention to the subject, she’s careful, and By Ruby Falciani and Isaac Stokoe If you ask freshman Carlee Magers what she wants to a bit timid in her mark,” said high school art teacher Ken News Editor and District Editor be in the future, she might turn a little bit pink in the Spiering. cheeks and smirk, then she’ll tell you a tattoo artist. It all Magers looks up to people like Kat Von D and Cory What do you like most about Santa? started in about seventh grade for Magers. Miller, who are both tattoo artists, because their art work “Santa is nice. Kind. Santa is cool. He gives us toys.” - Ian “She started drawing flowers and didn’t really think comes from their heart, is original, and engages a person’s Watson. anything of it until the next year when she took art again eye to it. “He brings happiness.” - Chloe Myers. and started drawing faces,” said middle school art teacher “I want to become a tattoo artist because they fascinate “He makes happiness and he is nice and he gives toys and Denise Briggs. me, and there is a lot of heart that goes into it,” noted Mag- he is kind.” - Makayla Werner. She was amazed on how well she could draw, and peo- ers. “He is jlly. He is a cind man. He is nis to ciss.” - Ellyse Far- ple’s faces ended up being a huge fascination to her. Many people would row. “Using your imagination to come up with something describe Magers’ art as hap- “I love Santa, he is nice to me. I love Santa so much.” - Ta- that you never expected it to be and being relaxed in a way py and thoughtful. va Sorensen. you never could be,” explained Magers. “It keeps me en- “Carlee is enthusiastic “I like Santa! He is kol! He gif us toys.” - Bodie Ramsey gulfed on drawing and is a good way to soothe your feel- and was always letting me “I like Santa bekus he givs us presins. And I like him.” – ings.” know how much she loves Shyanne Bickler. Magers’ love of art has continued to the high school. art,” said Briggs. “Santa is nice Santa give toys Snta is kind.” – Aubrey Yar- However, drawing isn’t the only thing that Magers enjoys If you watch Magers nell. doing. She also loves to play piano (which she is currently draw, you’ll see how calm “Cool he is nice. I theek he is cool.” – Jake Meadows. learning), and horseback riding. and collected she is and “He is nice. He give us presnants.” – Jared Seal. Magers draws whenever she gets the chance to, wheth- how drawing is a passion to “Santa is very nice. Santa is very kind. Santa give toys.” – er it’s in class when the teachers pause for that single mi- her, she truly has an eye for Zoey Baxter. nute, or whenever she has a spare m minute. It’s almost art. Magers is another guaranteed that she is working on a piece of her art. Art is prime example of when Photo credit: Cashlynn Volk What do you want from Santa this year? something that came to Magers as a natural calling. you follow your dreams “A Wii a skateboard.” - Easton Crites. “She is sensitive and she doesn’t give up,” said Briggs. and put your mind to some- Magers showing off some of her “A Santa nutcracr, Doodle Bear.” - Zoey Baxter. “If she doesn’t like something she continues on doing it thing, you are very capable drawing at the High School “Puppy. iPod. iPad. Doodle Bear. Dream Light. MiniBake until she is pleased with her work.” of doing whatever you set oven.” - Lilly Nelson. After graduating from Freeman, Magers wants to go to your mind to. “Toy Robot.” - Brandon Cochran. “Optimus Prime.” - Benjamin McCormick ”P.S. vita, Hallo 4, a Nerf gun, and a skateboard.” - Jared Seal. Winter adventures in Spokane! By Ali Tesch was featured on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Opinion Editor Drive-Ins, and Dives last year) is best If you are planning on spending known for its breakfast menu, but Winter Break in Spokane then there they also provide lunch and dinner. are several things to do. Spokane has Chaps also houses a bakery called many unique places to go that are Cake that serves decadent desserts cheap but also fun. such as Lemon Cloud Pie, Coconut Chaps restaurant (located on 4237 Cream Cake, and Three-Chocolate S. Cheney-Spokane Rd.) is a prime ex- Mousse. ample of Spokane’s originality. Chaps “My favorite restaurant is Chaps is a one of a kind restaurant with great because the food is really good and atmosphere. The restaurant (which the restaurant is very crafty,” said 12 13

Mr. Gary More We always opened our presents Christmas morning (none the Ms. Lorraine Robinson night before) My mom would wake up my sister and I in the Marched to the living room from youngest to oldest singing Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Ms. Linda Mega middle of the night on Christmas eve and Presents were delivered one at a time with the opener I grew up as the second born in a family of five whisper “Santa’s here!” (and we knew not choosing and delivering the next package children. The joy of gift giving was taught from an to wake up my dad because he was a bit Always had Christmas at home Mrs. Leslie Malloy early age. We would carefully save our money, cranky). We could hear him walking on Did you have any special holiday traditions as growing the roof and hear the reindeers’ bells. And up?- We always went to cut a real tree down in the divide it by six, and then go shopping. Since we so we would sneak around the corner – forest. We had a hill in front of our house so we rarely had much money, this was an exciting chal- would sled a lot! Driving around looking at and there was Santa putting presents un- Ms. Erin Honeycutt der the tree! It was so magical. One of our favorite Christmas traditions is on Ms. Lorraine Robinson Christmas Eve we each open a package My mom would wake up my sister and I in the with new pajamas to wear that night. Mr. Randy Russell middle of the night on Christmas eve and My favorite holiday memory has been celebrating whisper “Santa’s here!” (and we knew not to Christmas after the birth of each of our chil- wake up my dad because he was a bit cranky). Mr. Chad Ripke dren. Their first Christmas is still a very spe- We could hear him walking on the roof and cial memory. hear the reindeers’ bells. And so we would Mrs. Kim Metcalf What is your favorite holiday sneak around the corner – and there was Santa Mrs. Metcalf’s favorite Christmasmemory? was Seeing my daughters wake up Mrs. Cis Hyndman putting presentsWhat is under your thefavorite tree! Itholiday was so magi- when she was 9 years old andand re- smiling from ear to ear Mrs. Deena Jackson memory? The year we ceived a chalkboard and high Mrs. Cis Hyndman What is your favorite holiday bought our girls a pony. heels to “play teacher”! What is your favorite holiday memory? Staying up with When we opened the back Mr. Scott Moore memory? The year we bought my brother and playing door to surprise them, the Do youMr. have Scott any holiday Moore traditions now? If so, what are our girls a pony. When we opened games all night to catch San- Dothey? you We havepony still any dosurprised the holiday exact us sametraditions by running thing now?that I Ifdid so, what the back door to surprise them, whenare I wasthey? a kid.through We My still kids ourdo bringthe house exact their! samestockings thing that the pony surprised us by running ontoI thedid bed when and I wewas open a kid. them My up. kids And bring it’s still their through our house! dinner,stockings gift exchange onto the and bed then and church we open with themmy entireup. family And on it’s Christmas still dinner, Eve gift– mom, exchange dad, all and 7 then Mr. Chad Ripke church with my entire family on Christmas Eve – mom, dad, all 7 kids w/their spouses, their Mrs. Susie LaBarre What is your favorite holiday Mrs. Kathy Zinkgraf Mrs. Kim Metcalf Mrs. Kathy Zinkgrafkids, their kids’ spouses……. It goes on and on. What are your favorite holiday activities to do? Put up the memory? Seeing my daughters New Traditions now—my family has Mrs. Metcalf’s favorite Christmas was tree and decorations. I loved doing the creshe and wake up and smiling from ear to grownNew from Traditions 7 to about now 25— ifmy you family in- has when she was 9 years old and my kids now do the same one! We try and get out to clude spouses and their children, we do received a chalkboard and high grown from 7 to about 25 if you in- see the Christmas lights somewhere in town. Mak- a gift exchange where everyone brings heels to “play teacher”! clude spouses and their children, we ing our pepperkokor cookies and my Dad making a 1 gift and we draw numbers to see who Mr. Gary More big Santa face with the remaining dough. He still do a gift exchange where everyone chooses a gift first and the We always opened our presents Christmas morning does it with my boys. idea stealingbrings gifts 1 gift is acceptable. and we draw It can numbers (none the night before) toget see ugly who sometimes! chooses a gift first and Mrs. Denise Briggs Marched to the living room from youngest to old- the idea stealing gifts is acceptable. Mr. Ken Spiering What is your favorite holiday memory? Going to Shadle est singing Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer Ms. Linda Mega It can get ugly sometimes! The Spiering Family’s main holiday tradition while growing Center and watching Santa parachute from a small I grew up as the second born in a family of up was to travel from Wyo. to the Portland OR areaPresents via were deliveredairplane down one atinto a thetime outdoor with the mall the day after Mrs. Raelyn Davis five children. The joy of gift giving was taught from an station wagon. The dead of winter was about the openeronly choosingThanksgiving. and delivering We also the always next tookpack- the bus down- What is your favorite holiday memory? Waking up in early age. We would carefully save our money, divide it time my parents and the five of us boys could get away town to seeage how The Cresent decorated their corner the middle of the night with my brother and going by six, and then go shopping. Since we rarely had much from the farm and we drove to see our grandparents andAlways had ChristmasChristmas at home window. out to the living room and peaking at what Santa money, this was an exciting challenge. relatives in OR over the Christmas break.