School reflects on life of exceptional teacher ______dents remember him as an amazing By Siera Rose teacher who “cared about what- Assistant to the Chief ever his students were up to” and ______wanted to know how each one of them were doing. “He was really On Monday, Feb. 29, Rex John- funny; we loved hearing his stories. son, who taught English and his- We would just have a lot of fun in tory classes at Weber High, passed class,” says one student. away from a heart attack. Mr. John- His students add Mr. Johnson son worked in the Weber School will be remembered both as a great District for 18 years, and during man and a great teacher who will his time teaching he made many be missed around the school. “He friendships with staff members and students. “He was probably one of the nicest men you could ever meet,” Connie Perry, history teacher, says. Mrs. Perry adds in the years she and Mr. Johnson worked together, he never had an unkind word to say about anybody. Wendy Barney, math teacher, re- members walking into school with an always upbeat Mr. Johnson. “He loved riding his motorcycle to school when the weather was good,” Mrs. Barney says. “In the winter, he hoped for a ‘motorcycle day.’” Mr. Rex Johnson Mr. Jimmy Adair, sign language didn’t just care about his students teacher, also remembers Mr. John- as students. He really genuinely son’s fondness of his motorcycle. cared about us and we’ll miss him,” “We always talked about how much another student adds. we enjoyed riding our bikes and Rebecca Murphy, resource math how much time we spent on them. teacher, says she noticed his room Having fun with Mr. Weber It seemed like we had a connection was always full of students who where we understood what kind of wanted to be there. “They wanted The annual Mr. Weber assembly brings out the personalities of freedom we had when riding our to hang out in his room, and [Mr. nominated contestants. Top left, Clockwise: Ben Forsberg and motorcycles,” Mr. Adair says. He Johnson] welcomed them into his Josh Fawson make a merman procession; Ethan Lund dances as adds he always enjoyed Mr. John- room. I really liked that,” Mrs. son’s smile and willingness to help Murphy says. She remembers a day Napolean Dynamite; Paul Huntsman gives a hill-billy monologue; him when he needed it. and Cache Wilder paints faces of Bronte Fronk and Mr. Johnson had a passion for Johnson continues Joy Henderson. helping young people, and that led on page 3 Photos by Rylee Thurgood, Baylee Howe and Melissa Harris him to teaching. Many of his stu- Hands-on experience offered through daycare

______ers aren’t the only students in the to help younger kids learn how to to try,” says Medina. By Taylor Galusha class, though. After taking two re- work with others and discipline,” According to Medina, Wee We- News Editor quired classes in Child Develop- she said. Agreeing with Law, se- ber helps kids learn basic skills and ______ment, high school students have nior Shannon Stoddard added, “We how to interact with others before the option to work in the preschool. teach them discipline, and we also entering kindergarten. “The kids Weber has several different While involved in Wee Weber, stu- teach them [the preschoolers] how learn a lot, and I personally have class options, letting students try dents get to plan lessons for the to love and trust.” learned how to interact with the out some of their interests. One of young children and learn how to Stoddard wanted to be involved little kids and how to handle hard those options gives students an op- work with them. with Wee Weber because she en- situations with kids,” says Medina. portunity to work with young chil- Senior Jenni Law said she found joys playing with children. “I just The two preschool teachers dren. out about the class through Child asked my counselor how I could get are Sue Haslam and Bonnie Farr. Wee Weber is a preschool for Development and wanted to learn involved, and I am glad I did. I’ve While this is Farr’s first year at children between the ages of three more. “The class has taught me learned a lot since being involved; Wee Weber, she enjoys the class to five. The school helps prepare how to plan things out and how I learned I want to be a preschool and the opportunity to give back to Rachel Scott, junior, assists preschoolers at arts and crafts. them for kindergarten. Preschool- to be patient with children. I get teacher, and I’ve learned how to the community. discipline and care for children in “Wee Weber is an early child- Photo by Destanie Setzer the correct way,” said Stoddard. hood program that serves the com- tivities and feel confident in them- olds in preschool. I absolutely love Keylee Christensen, junior, also munity and gives high schoolers selves and their lesson plans. I want this class and would recommend wants to work with young chil- a hands-on experience with chil- the preschoolers to have self-confi- this class. It’s a great experience dren, which is why she decided to dren,” said Farr. Haslam agrees, dence as well; we teach them self- and being involved with the little do Wee Weber. “I’ve worked with describing the program as “a way regulation, how to interact socially kids is loads of fun,” said Medina. my mom at a daycare, and it stuck to enhance the Weber High’s child with other students and we want the Farr hopes more Warriors will with me because that is what I want development program.” young kids to feel loved and cared join the preschool program. “It re- to do in life, teach young children,” “The teens get to plan lessons in about.” ally is a good learning tool and a said Christensen. different areas such as music, sci- Law described the class as “a good way to serve the community.” “The class has taught me how to ence, art and math,” said Haslam. good learning experience.” Chris- Haslam added, “It is a great pro- talk to kids, give the best responses “They have to learn how to plan tensen added, “It’s great and it’s gram with a lot to offer. The chil- to them, give them directions and appropriate lessons and along with fun. The kids are energetic, and the dren love the high school students.” give the information they need; we that, I hope they learn patience, class is relaxing compared to other For parents interested in enroll- want the preschoolers to learn how how to work with small children, classes. There is just so much for ing their preschoolers, they can to respect their peers, interact with appropriate ways for children to you to do and learn.” call the office at 801-476-3736. other children and how to listen,” solve problems and how to under- Stoddard recommends the class Preschoolers must be at least three she added. stand children’s emotions. I want to other Warriors. “It is something years old by Sept. 1. The cost for Senior Marisa Medina joined the the preschoolers to have a love for to try if you enjoy kids. It is a good children between the ages of three preschool when Mrs. Arthur sug- exploring; I want them to have cre- experience; it has taught me I can and four years is $65 per month, gested Wee Weber to her. “I got ativity and for them to feel loved make a difference in someone’s and the cost for ages between four involved during my junior year. I and important.” life,” she said. Medina added the and five is $85 per month. All chil- Teaching preschool children at Wee Weber is Mrs. Sue never thought about being a teach- Farr added, “When the teens class is a once-in-a-life time expe- dren must be toilet trained. For Haslam. er in Wee Weber, but Mrs. Arthur come in, I hope they know they rience. “It’s not every day you get any other questions, contact Sue Photo by Dominique Kloepher talked me into joining, so I decided are capable of taking control of ac- to teach and help three to five year- Haslam. 70% of Easter candy pur- Jellybeans were Boys storm Contest chased is chocolate. Inside This Issue Odds first made in through gives 76% of Ameri- America by News - Pages 1-4 region and Warriors cans think Boston candy take time to show ‘n’ maker William Schrafft, who ran Editorials - Page 5 chocolate champion- talents and advertisements urging people bunny ears Feature - Pages 6-9 ship title - receive hon- Ends to send jellybeans to soldiers should be Sports - Pages 10-11 Pg. 11 ors - Pg. 8 eaten first. fighting in the Civil War. WARRIOR NEWS 2 WARRIOR NEWS NEWSNEWS SEPTEMBERApril 2016 2014 ______

By Taylor Galusha and Jaden Smoking trends cause harm, Pratt Staff Editors increase possible addiction ______Weber’s ______Expression is defined as the Talented process of making known one’s By Jaden Pratt thoughts or feelings. There are News Editor many ways to express one’s self jacket. I’ll think, what are her kids hanging out with friends or study- his brother’s team. That didn’t stop ______and Sarah Calvert, junior, has crying about? What is she think- ing hard in class like most students; him, though. Johnson biked on his found her expression in writing. ing? Is she a single mom or is her however, he is quite unique. own and competed in races saying, Vaping. Some people may think of the caterpillar in Alice in Wonder- Calvert has been writing since husband just working? It’s weird, “Biking is my passion. I began “It was really fun. Whenever I ride, land who puffs smoke letters asking, “Who R U?” Others probably think she learned the alphabet. “I’m pret- but that’s where it all starts,” says riding at a very young age and it makes me happy. It’s a really fun to e-cigarettes, vape pens, hookah and other forms of inhalants. What is ty sure my mom still has some of Calvert. through hard work and some great time, and you can connect with vaping and should it be labeled dangerous like any other form of drug? Or the stories I wrote clear back in kin- The core of Calvert’s writing mentors, I’ve been able to get as far some really cool people while rid- is vaping helping people out? dergarten. It’s fun to look at them comes from reality. “I base my writ- as I’ve gotten,” says Johnson. In ing. And the places it [biking] has “Cigarette smoke contains over 4,000 chemicals, including 43 known and laugh; I’ve definitely come a ing off of real life, real people and 2013, Johnson was the Utah State allowed me to see and the experi- cancer-causing compounds and over 400 other toxins,” reports quitsmok- long way. Everyone has their thing, real experiences. Nobody wants to Champion and more recently has ences its given me is really cool.” ing.com. Tobacco smoke has been around for hundreds of years. It has a a passion that they indulge in, and read something completely made won first place in many events such However, all work and no play long history and detailed studies have revealed smoking’s harmful effects. for me that passion is writing. It al- up and fake; you have to add some as 2015 Fat Bike National Cham- can bring a person down. That’s However, people wonder about the differences between an e-cig and a ways has been and always will be,” genuine, human characteristics. pionships and 2014 Missoula Pro why in his free time, Johnson en- cigarette. says Calvert. The best way to master that is by XCT XT. joys hanging out with friends, play- Ms. Hansen, health and PE teacher, says, “[Kids think] it’s vapor, it According to Calvert, her favor- observing a wide variety of people. “I’ve been able to travel all ing hockey and snowboarding. “I will disintegrate.” She adds this is not true by saying as she cleans her ite part of writing is all the potential Humanity is incredible; everyone is around the country and all over am really thankful and so lucky to bathroom, there are still vapors around afterward, so the same can happen strong and weird and lovely in their the world biking, and I am just so be able to travel and ride bikes. I in the lungs with vaping. “They [e-cigs] are not regulated. They have no own ways. It inspires me just to see grateful to be able to experience am especially lucky about how sup- long term studies,” she adds. everyone getting through their tri- everything I have as well as being portive my friends and family are Herr Anderson, Weber health teacher, expressed similar concerns as als,” Calvert adds. able to do what I love,” said John- because without them, I wouldn’t Ms. Hansen. He said, “People don’t know what they are getting, they Calvert also says even though she son. be able to do what I do,” he said. aren’t regulated. People start smoking after using e-cigs. Vapor going has support with her writing talent, One of his favorite experiences through breathing is just as bad as smoke; it puts water into the lungs.” there is still room for improvement. with biking is the chance to travel. Publichealthengland.com tells in a health report that smoking e-cigs are “My parents have always told me, “I was able to travel through Eu- 95 percent less harmful than normal cigarettes. Ms. Hansen adds, “There ‘Sarah, you’re such a great writer,’ rope and Pandora which was re- are less carcinogens.” Hansen also says cigarettes are more harmful but but I kind of thought they were a bit ally amazing to see the different some people who have quit smoking have turned to the e-cig, but they still biased. Sometimes I get frustrated countries.” He also spoke kindly carry nicotine and carcinogens. with what I’m writing because it’s of his racing team saying, “Travel- “They are less convenient and more expensive [e-cigs]. That’s why kids just not good enough. So for me, I ing with my team and raving is all go to cigarettes and become addicted,” says Ms. Hansen. think there’s always room for im- around pretty fun.” He added, “It is Hookah, an inhalant which includes water, nicotine and other carcin- provement, and there are plenty of so cool to see a different perspec- ogens, has “1.7 times the nicotine, 6.5 times the carbon monoxide and ways I can get better. I try to keep tive on the world.” 46.4 times the tar of a single cigarette,” reports the National Institutes of the mindset of, ‘You’re doing well, Working hard is just part of his Health. In an article by Lizzie Johnson, Dallas Morning News, she states, but you have potential to be even process to success. Johnson says “Your lungs were meant for air.” Utah’s Indoor Clean Air Act bans the Sarah Calvert greater,’ and I just keep practicing. his coach in California sends him use of Hookah, tobacco and cigars in public businesses. The use of e-cigs It’s always great to get compli- workouts to complete everyday have also been banned in many places including school property. Photo by Rylee Thurgood ments on what I’ve written-just like where he tracks his heart rate and Mr. Ballif, WHS administrator, says vaping is “becoming addicted to power. “When you write, you have anyone else, I like to hear that my power. Keeping his “diet in check” a controlled substance like any other drug. For people of legal age, it’s a all the power in the world. When hard work pays off and that some- is also a part of his training. John- little cleaner than smoking.” you have a pen in your hand, you one else enjoys it,” says Calvert. son added he tries to “do the best I “If you aren’t a cigarette smoker because you know cigarettes are dan- can create anything; your imagina- Recently Calvert entered a writ- can in each workout.” Anders Johnson gerous and lethal, then there is absolutely no reason to be smoking a water tion is the only limit. I’ve heard it ing contest for the Veterans of For- Winning awards and races can be pipe and every reason to avoid it for the same reason. Water pipe smoking said a lot that words have power, eign Wars. Calvert won the contest a great part of any experience, but Photo by Karloz Moran will kill you also,” says Virginia Commonworth University professor Dr. and I have found it to be true. Words and is advancing to state. Calvert sometimes people have to be a con- Along with the extensive train- Thomas Eissenberg. can inspire people, move people adds, “The VFW Essay contest that tender instead of a winner. Johnson ing and school work, Johnson E-cigs are not the same as vape pens which are more costly (around and change their perspective. I love I entered recently was a wonderful spoke of the difficulty of the sport has maintained honor roll status $100) and the flavors of the vapor can vary. In an article by gizmodo. when I am able to do that, to not experience, and I was so grateful saying, “It’s a lot of training. I’ve throughout high school. Johnson com, a man who sells and makes vapor says he knows exactly what he is only write something that people and thrilled that I was able to be in been training for like the last five spoke highly of education and his putting into the “e-liquid.” He says there are four ingredients: vegetable enjoy but also to write something competition with so many wonder- months and haven’t had a race. It’s other pursuits for the future. “I’m glycerin, flavorings, pharmaceutical-grade nicotine and propylene glycol. that motivates them, that makes ful writers.” just a lot of training, a lot of hard definitely planning on school. It’s He puts emphasis on this final ingredient stating that alarmists mistaken them think,” says Calvert. As for her future in writing, work that goes into it and some- most important. I’m gonna pursue this as a “main ingredient in antifreeze.” He adds, “This is incorrect, as Calvert has found inspiration Calvert says she would like to times when that work doesn’t pay that and try to continue cycling as I they’re willfully confusing it with diethylene glycol, which has actually for writing by watching people. “I do something with this talent. “I off, it’s really frustrating. But I just go to school and race competitive- been found in mass market e-cig products.” would say people are the biggest would really like to be an author, have to work harder.” ly. But we’ll see what happens,” he Averia Bunner, junior says that a plus side to e-cigs and vape pens is, factor when it comes to my writing but it doesn’t pay much, unless you As far as his biking inspiration, said. “People don’t have to smell the smoke, just some fruity flavor. But the rest inspiration. I like watching people, write something like Harry Potter, Johnson said his brother helped de- For those people who are inter- of it is just bad.” Ms. Hansen, added, “State law says people cannot do not in a creepy way, but because so I think writing for me anyway velop his racing passion. He also ested in biking, Johnson advises it [vape/e-cig] in a public facility. I don’t enjoy it; I don’t want to feel it each of them has something unique will be more of a side job that I do compared his first time biking to a them to be “persistent, you can’t [vapor and smoke].” about them, something important. more for fun,” adds Calvert. dog’s instincts. “Like when a dog give up! You just got to keep going While tobacco has been around for hundreds of years, 30 years ago it I’ll be waiting in line at the grocery tastes blood, it wants to kill again, for it when you don’t do as well as was socially acceptable to smoke in public restaurants and airplanes. As store and wonder about the mother Weber High has many talented so I just became addicted and now you want. Get out and bike!” more research comes for e-cigs and vape pens, people will become more in front of me, juggling her wallet teens, but one stands out: Anders I love it [cycling].” Johnson used to educated on the effects these inhalants play out. Ms. Hansen says regard- with two crying kids tugging on her Johnson. People can see Johnson watch his brother bike and because Additional reporting by Brock ing new research on vaping, “10, 20 years from now how will it be like? he was too young, he couldn’t join Christopherson Hopefully we’ll all be pleasantly surprised.”

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By Rylee Roby for paying Staff Reporter ______tuition There are many sports at Weber, ______and it includes the academic chal- lenge of debate. By Siera Rose Elle Gossner, the team president Assistant to the Chief says, “There are so many learn- ______ing experiences [in debate]. I have learned analyzing skills and I love According to topuniversitites. to meet new people.” com, the HSBC (a multinational However, she adds, debate does banking and financial company Counselor Wes Johnson provides information about college have its ups and downs. “Tourna- based in London) lists the aver- fees to Nancy Gonzales, senior. ments tend to be 12 hours and can age cost of attending college in Photo by Rylee Thurgood be very exhausting,” she says. the United States for one year as their time at Weber and sign up plications, too,” Paige says. There is also a dress code for de- $36,564 – that includes living ex- for the ones they are eligible for. Paige and Hales also offer other bate. “Suits for guys and either penses and tuition fees. This means Hales adds there is a bit of a differ- useful tips for applying for schol- solid ties or pattern ties. Girls wear it costs about $146,256 to earn a ent process if students are looking arships like showing depth in the skirts, suits and/or blazers.” bachelor’s degree in four years. For for college-specific scholarships. essays. “Don’t just write ‘this ex- Many people talk about debate Learning how to articulate their opinions are senior Elle a lot of students, that number seems “You have to apply to the college perience was fun, and I learned but never join. “Really, debate is a Gossner and sophomore Amon Pierson. almost terrifying and only causes and be admitted to a college before a lot.’ Tell about how that experi- melting pot; anyone can access it Photo by Rylee Thurgood worry about how they could pos- you can apply for any departmental ence changed you as a person and who is willing to practice and it’s giving a speech or PowerPoint in a cut people is hard. I have to moti- sibly pay to go to college. scholarships for things like math, helped the community,” Paige says. for those interested in social sci- class. It helps you a lot; it also helps vate them and help them succeed A big help suggested to most is science or even performing ones,” She adds to always have someone ence and history,” said Gossner. in expanding vocabulary and build- in what they want to pursue. Also, student loans, but those come with says Hales. review essays before turning in an She adds there are 12 competitions ing organization skills,” she adds. I get one class and there are 15 de- an almost guaranteed debt and pay- Hales also reminds students application because “spelling and and Gossner has placed in all ex- Jordan Petersen, the team vice bate sections,” says Webster. ing for college out of pocket is a of the “scholarships in disguise” grammar mistakes can mess things cept one. president, also feels debate is a Webster also tells debate is a practically unheard of idea in the – concurrent enrollment and AP up for you.” “Amon Pierson, Michaela Du- great learning experience. “What I helpful learning experience, not minds of many teenagers. Thank- classes. “They are virtually free, Hales adds just be thorough and enjoy about debate is that I can be only for school, but for life. “De- fully, there is another option that is and you can take them right here at creative in the essays turned in with “The sass I have is rude to people without getting in bate makes you a better writer, and a little less scary and maybe even a Weber High. If you complete all of applications. “Start your essay with more ridiculous than trouble,” says Petersen. “Tourna- it can improve chances for college bit more helpful: scholarships. the requirements, you get college something that will catch the atten- Donald Trump’s hair,” ments are enjoyable but waking up scholarships. It can teach you brav- Scholarships are money given to credit. That means you have less tion of whoever is reading it and at 6:30 a.m. on a Saturday is not as ery and how to be self-confident in a student by an organization based credits to earn when you actually make sure you don’t leave anything said Petersen. “Debate enjoyable.” front a large crowd,” says Webster. on academic or other achievements, start college.” out of it. They’ll just throw it out if also allows you to be The debate team also has many “There has been many competi- and WHS counselors are willing to As most students have noticed, it’s not finished,” says Hales. people with different personalities tions, 12 to be exact. A lot of the give some extra support to students the counselors try their best to give Aside from various links on the more confident in your- which Petersen says adds to the competions we did very well.” looking for more help while paying students all of the tools they need to counselors’ blog, there are other self and gives you a big interest of the class. “The sass I We took first at Weber and second for college. pay for college. “All of the private resources for finding scholarships. have is more ridiculous than Don- place at Skyview and Ogden. There The first step in getting a schol- scholarships that come through our “Parents’ employers are always a amount of sass.” ald Trump’s hair,” said Petersen. are many students who constantly arship is actually applying for a office are on the bulletins Becky good place to look for scholarships. ran, Amber Healy and Steven Cum- “Debate also allows you to be more place such as Elle Gossner, Jordan scholarship. WHS counselor Jen Butler emails to all of the students, There is also a website called fast- mings have been doing very well.” confident in yourself and gives you Petersen, Michaela Duran and Ste- Paige says students should always but no specific scholarship really web.com that lets you input your said Gossner. a big amount of sass.” ven Cummings.” be looking for scholarships to ap- comes to my mind,” Paige says. interests and goals, and then they There are also different areas As for learning their debating While debate is a class, it is also ply for. “The best time to apply for However, Paige does remember look for scholarships for you to students can compete in such as abilities, the team feels they’d be considered a sport which confuses scholarships is all year long, sopho- most, if not all, of the scholarships sign up for,” Paige says. speech events, debate events and lost without their leader, Mr. Web- people. “Even though you aren’t more year to senior year.” Paige re- on the bulletin ask for some sort There is also a link on the coun- student congress which is the meet- ster. “The debate team takes on any running and tackling each other on fers to applying as a part-time job of community service or an essay selors’ blog for the top five scholar- ing place between the two. student who uses critical thinking, a field, it doesn’t mean that debate of sorts. “The more [scholarships] on the application. Some students ship apps available for download. “It’s sort of like track and field, and does well in English and his- isn’t a sport,” says Petersen “Com- you have, the more money you have issues finding forms of com- Some of them are free and some of you can capitalize on your talents,” tory; students who are dramatic petitions is where the students have for college. That money can munity service, but Paige says them cost money, but Paige says, said Gossner concerning all of the and students who try to perform or work the hardest; the difference be used for books, room and board, there are plenty of opportunities. “It doesn’t hurt to check and see event choices. who can perform in front of large is that they aren’t running,” says food and lots of other things.” She “City youth councils are a really what there is.” She also reminds “There are also many ways that crowds,” Webster says. Webster. “Debate is like track and adds scholarships will make life in good way to get some community students it is important to check the debate can help people become a He adds, “Debate coaching field where there are different areas college easier. service in. There are also a lot of websites of the schools they want better student, such as helping with doesn’t come easy. Mixing a class but we all enjoy the same thing,” Counselor Jim Hales tells stu- clubs at Weber that only meet about to attend for any college-specific writing, gathering, information and with a team, and not being able to adds Gossner. dents to just keep track of the once a quarter for community ser- scholarships for some extra help in emails sent to them throughout vice; those look really good on ap- paying for college. Johnson continues teaching. Bryce Ballif. “His screen saver was The 3 Best Reasons to Smile from page 1 As Mrs. Brown, computer lab a fishing picture, and that’s how it manager, was preparing for the all got started,” Mr. Ballif says. Mr. •Spring Break •Graduation a few years ago when school was student testing, she appreciated Ballif adds in the short time he’s delayed due to the weather. how nice and patient Johnson was been at Weber High, he shared a lot • And a visit to... “One of my students had missed to her during her stressful times. of fun fish stories with Mr. Johnson the memo about the delay, and ap- Mr. Rawlins also noted Johnson’s and says Mr. Johnson was “[his] parently Rex did, too. Mr. John- kind of guy.” son let my student sit in his room “One of my students Mr. Johnson also had a profound and play on the computer for two love for his family, who remember hours.” Mrs. Murphy says she had missed the memo him as an “awesome” father, grand- thought that was amazing because about the delay, and father, teacher and friend. “We Mr. Johnson didn’t have to do that. would always cut up, and I’d tease “He was just really welcoming of apparently Rex did, too. him about being single and how everybody; whether it was his stu- Mr. Johnson let my stu- close he was to his ex-wife. But she dent or not,” Mrs. Murphy says. dent sit in his room and was his best friend. He cared about Some of the things that were also her and his kids more than any- noticed about Mr. Johnson were his play on the computer thing,” Mrs. Perry says. She adds, quiet kindness and his love for the for two hours.” “Up until the day he passed on, he outdoors. “He never griped about was always helping his family.” administration or policy, even when kindess. “He was quiet, but he was Mrs. Murphy also remembers him the rest of us were,” Mrs. Perry kind to everyone.” always talking about his family. says. Mr. Adair adds Mr. Johnson Mr. Johnson’s love for the out- “He loved to talk about his kids and was always ready to answer any doors created an instant friendship his grandkids. He really did love questions he may have had about between him and Vice Principal them,” Mrs. Murphy says.

FREE FLAT FREE TIRE FREE BRAKE FREE ALIGNMENT REPAIR ROTATION CHECK CHECK WARRIOR NEWS 42 WARRIOR NEWS NEWSNEWS SEPTEMBERApril 2016 2014 Easy ways to stay healthy with simple diets, exercise ______difference when I work out,” she By Emilee Alder says. “I think everyone should try Editorial Editor different types of workouts and see ______what they like best.” Eating right is also an important When told to stay healthy, people factor in staying healthy. Macfar- roll their eyes, and think about hard lane says to keep a healthy diet stu- work and dieting. While staying dents should start cutting out car- healthy does involve being active bohydrates, fats and proteins. She Sam Good Elle Gossner Tatiana Pryor Robyn Shupe and eating right, it doesn’t have to says, “Carbohydrates are for en- be as intense as people see it. Most ergy, and fats and protein provide people aim for a completely differ- strength.” She reminds people that ent lifestyle, though it’s the small yes, these food groups are impor- Best of the best: Sterling Scholars chosen differences that matter. tant, but only eat what is necessary. ______Health teacher Mr. Ortega says, “Also, staying hydrated is very nies that create technologies help- She is also thankful to “Jake Hey- ling Scholar has allowed Shupe “Staying active usually makes peo- important. Drink more water.” she By Jason Godfrey ful to the environment.” wood and Ninajo Sandstrom for to learn a lot of things. She said, ple think of hard workouts, but you says. Editor in Chief Good’s path toward the business sharing their tips.” “Even if you don’t think you’ll can really just do anything.” He Macfarlane also mentions hav- ______field has just begun. He said, “I Preparing for this award started make something, you always have adds people, especially students, ing a good sleep schedule plays a plan on pursuing an undergraduate long before this year for Pryor. She a chance.” need to go outside more. “Just be- big role in staying healthy. “Teen- (Part 2 of the Sterling Scholar sto- degree in Environmental Systems said, “I’ve grown up singing and Aspen Wayment feels “com- ing outside can make you feel hap- agers should get around eight to ry) Engineering at Stanford University this has been a goal of mine. I’m so pletely thrilled to represent Weber py,” he says. ten hours of sleep a day,” she says, before obtaining an MBA from a happy I’ve achieved this.” She add- High” as the Dance Sterling Schol- Coach Macfarlane says every- but also adds, “Almost all teenag- Receiving the award of Sterling business school.” He also added, “I ed, “All of my classes have helped ar. She added, “Sterling Scholar en- one should be exercising “about ers get around four or five hours Scholar is an honor for high school think this award shows that while me learn and being a member of compasses two things that I’m the five days a week, for at least 30 of sleep, maybe a little bit more.” seniors. These students are striving I’m dedicated to science and tech- Productions has been my favorite. I most passionate about: I love dance minutes,” she adds. She also says MacFarland says when students to use their power beyond measure. nology, I’m also prepared to be- have also enjoyed choir and would and I love academics. I love dance at least maintaining one’s body don’t get enough sleep, they “risk When Sam Good was awarded come a business leader.” recommend it to anyone.” because it gives you the freedom to weight still requires exercising for falling asleep in class and are usu- with the Sterling Scholar award, As the Speech/Theater Arts/Fo- Perhaps the most important thing express yourself anyway you want. at least three days a week. ally groggy all day.” he felt “honored to follow behind rensics Sterling Scholar, Elle Gos- Pryor has learned through this ex- I also love pursuing academics and It’s always hard to be motivated Ortega says he knows it’s hard so many groups of successful stu- sner is proud of her accomplish- perience is to “believe in yourself.” the things it prepares you for.” to eat healthy and to exercise, so for teenagers to get to bed on time. dents.” He also said, “All the Ster- ments. She said, “It makes me feel She continued, “That brought me Through years of both school and Ortega says, “Getting someone to “From what I’ve learned, most ling Scholars in the past have been like I’ve reached my goals and ac- to get this award and I still believe dance, Wayment is grateful to her exercise with you will help. Get teenagers are built to go to sleep some of my greatest role models, complished a lot.” in myself I’m not any better than mom for “being my biggest fan.” your mom, a sibling, anyone to late and wake up late.” He says in and I feel really lucky to share that Gossner chose to apply because She added, “My mom is my inspi- support you.” He also says in order order to get better at getting to bed title with them.” “debate is great and I love political ration. She is always behind me one to get use to exercising, “Try exer- on time, students should put their As the Sterling Scholar for busi- discourse.” She also said, “I also hundred percent in everything I do. cising once a week and then when phone away. “Sleep is very impor- ness marketing, Good chose to love the people because they all She is the reason that I’ve set my that gets easy, start exercising twice tant; it can affect your entire day.” apply because he felt he was the have something to say. Debate and goals so high because she’s always a week.” Johnson adds, “I don’t get “most qualified” for the award. He Theater have made me more well- there telling me I can do anything, MacFarland says if someone enough sleep every day, I’ll be hon- said, “My involvement in DECA spoken, poised, confident and ulti- and helping me through it all.” wants to start being active, “just est. The nights I do choose to put and FBLA since my sophomore mately happier. Everyone in debate Upon earning this award, Way- do it.” That also goes for eating my phone away, though, I can tell year really sparked my interest in is an inspiration.” ment has learned that self-confi- healthy. “You have to want to be a difference the next day.” She adds business leadership and helped me Through the process, Gossner dence is key. She said, “Believing healthy, and want to change, to re- going to bed earlier is a lot better realize that not only is this some- has had a lot of guidance. “Mr. you can accomplish the goals that ally make a difference,” she says. than sleeping in and being late to thing I enjoy, but it’s something Webster and Mr. Daniels have both you set for yourself is something Senior McCall Johnson under- class. “You’re always going to be I’m pretty good at!” been instrumental in getting me to I’ve learned through this experi- stands the importance of physical tired in the morning; you can de- Being involved in FBLA proved this point. Their classes, along with ence.” She also added, “All the fitness. “It’s hard for me to be ac- cide how tired you’re going to be to play a pivotal role in Good’s ac- AP history classes, have helped me years of dance that I have partici- tive,” she says. She thinks about though,” she says. complishments. He has gained a lot a lot in getting a sense of political Aspen Wayment pated in have given me the most exercising, but she adds it’s easy Motivation also plays a big fac- of support from computer teacher climates and knowing what’s hap- preparation for this as well.” to push away. Johnson says doing tor in staying healthy. Macfarlane Mr. Rawlins, who “helped me pening now,” she said. anyone, but being good enough to As Wayment has found her pas- yoga is what she prefers to do when says, “You have one body. There’s whenever I had a question or con- Speech/Theatre are important to get this award means a lot. It’s okay sion for academics and dance, she being active. no backup plan if you wreck it, so cern.” Good continued, “I’ve also Gossner because “I want to study to recognize you’re good at some- has realized how important those “Yoga is the only thing I don’t treat it right.” Macfarlane adds the had a ton of support from my entire political science and communica- thing.” two aspects are in her life. “I feel mind doing, even though it can be way students treat their bodies now FBLA State Officer Team.” Good tions, and this opportunity has real- As far as her future goals go, she that academics and dance go hand hard sometimes. I definitely see a will affect them forever. serves as the public relations direc- ly helped me with my career path,” said, “I’ll be singing for the rest of in hand, and I am equally passion- tor for Utah. she said. my life, but you can’t set your fu- ate for both!” she said. Aside from DECA and FBLA, Gossner hopes to continue to ture in stone while in high school.” The step of becoming a Sterling Good was prepared for this title debate and has “loved to be a part As the Visual Arts Sterling Scholar is the first of many for from his involvement in other orga- of Weber’s program.” For competi- Scholar, Robyn Shupe applied for Wayment’s successful future. She nizations. He said, “I think I gained tion, she said she is “going to do a this subject simply because “art is said, “One of the most memorable most of my qualifications from killer portfolio and showcase [her] fun.” She is glad she applied be- moments in dance was when I trav- working with a number of inter- speaking skills.” cause she has “achieved something eled to Los Angeles and was select- national non-profit organizations.” Becoming the Sterling Scholar with [her] talent. If I hadn’t applied, ed to sign with a talent agency.” As He continued, “In essence, these for vocal performance was a life- I would have always wondered if I far as after high school, Wayment groups are ran just like real busi- long dream for Tatiana Pryor. “I could have made it,” said Shupe. plans on “attending BYU and audi- nesses, and to take an active role have always said that I love theater Shupe has taken many art class- tioning for one of the various dance in that process really helped me and if I could get Sterling Scholar, es through her high school career companies based in Salt Lake.” develop some great skills in leader- it would prove that I’m good at including pottery, painting, Art I The next round of Sterling ship and organization.” what I do,” she said. She added, and AP Art. She also says she has Scholar is something that Wayment Business is important to Good “I’ve accomplished something im- learned a lot from Mr. Wilding and feels is going to be tough. She said, because he sees it as “the main sec- portant to me.” hopes to “become an art teacher “There are some really talented tor where big decisions are made Pryor had the help of many just like him.” Art is important to girls out there that are very driven that can really affect our society.” people in her life including past Shupe because “it is a good way to academically and in dance. I look He added, “I hope to combine my winners. She said, “Mr. Daniels is forward to the challenge and hope express yourself and what you’re Senior Zeke Grillo picks a healthy snack from the vending passions of science and business to a very inspiring teacher and has feeling.” to do my very best representing hopefully work with large compa- always pushed me to do my best.” The process of becoming a Ster- Weber High.” machines. Photo by Kaitlyn Henderson April 2016 EDITORIAL WARRIOR NEWS 5 Social media can affect perception, posts do not show complete reality Social media has a large influ- life. constantly referencing the pictorial ence on young people. With tech- The true problem with social me- perfection that is portrayed through nology at our fingertips, it’s hard dia, however, is how much time it social media accounts, it makes not to be affected. Whether we see consumes in people’s daily lives. people feel bad about their own a cute photo of a baby animal or People can spend hours scrolling lives for not seeming as exciting a model (fashion or car models), and accomplishing little for their and perfect.” we’re all affected. personal growth and wellbeing. When most posts only allow ______Jennifer Lawrence is a big star in This is not the only problem. Peo- 140 characters/letters, many don’t addition, glaciers are retreating, the ganizers from every nation in order the movie industry. She has been ple’s minds can be consumed with receive the whole story. People’s By Gavin Doughty ice caps are melting at astonishing to mobilize communities, and it quoted saying she is considered the ideas and images of how their lives can seem so lovely, but people Feature Editor rates, especially in Greenland and starts with waking them up. This “obese” in the Hollywood scene, lives should be. In a study con- don’t honestly see the entire pic- ______Antarctica, and the global surface year, the Network is focusing heav- being called a “fat actress.” Law- ducted by the University of Salford ture. The fancy car or house those temperature has been on the rise ily on the Indian government and rence is a beautiful actress, and in the UK, they found that “50 per- people have, they had to work hard Our planet is not an absolute real- since 1880: the 10 warmest years encouraging leaders there to pro- she has been awarded many times cent of 298 participants said their for it. The party those teenagers are ity. It’s dynamic, well balanced, but have been in the last 12 years. And, mote the welfare of their individual for her talent. One of my favorite self esteem suffers when they com- at? The cops were called because not unalterable. By itself, earth does of course, there’s the infamous ac- communities. As well, trees have quotes of hers is, “I’m never going pare their own accomplishments to kids were causing trouble. A pic- its own work in changing, either to cumulation of greenhouse gases: been the rallying call of Earth Day to starve myself for a part. I’m in- those of their online friends.” ture is worth a thousand words, but the benefit or the detriment of cer- our constant emissions of CO2 have since day one; 56 acres of forest are vincible. I don’t want little girls to The self esteem of a person is a they are limited when people try to tain species. In fact, if it weren’t for contributed to our oceans an excess being lost every minute, according be like ‘Oh, I want to be like Kat- very sensitive thing. We could call decipher its meaning. this planetary cycle of change, life of two billion tons per year, a 30 to the Earth Day’s official website. niss, so I’m going to skip dinner.’” social media a bully in the way it Is social media affecting self es- itself would have remained a mere percent increase since before the Planting the right trees can spark a I think teens and adults are af- affects people emotionally. But teem? Absolutely! Good and bad, potentiality. The earth’s dynamism Industrial Revolution. All this to sustainable local economy. fected by media. Many photos of one of the biggest bullies people people need to remember that their enables the actuality of many won- say, big changes are taking place. There are many facets to the cli- people online are photoshopped. can face in life is themselves. So- life is what they make of it. Letting derful things, most especially that Are we responsible? It’d be mate issue, and many things are Both men and women can have cial media is fun and good but self-worth be based off of likes and of living organisms. strange not to think so. Still, the changing. The recent UN Climate their self esteem damaged by what once it starts making people wish favorites will not make a person’s According to NASA, our planet term “climate change” leaves a bad Change Conference last December society says is acceptable in their they could change something about life any better. If people live life to has undergone regular climate cy- taste on many people’s tongues, es- included consensuses to reduce appearance, family, social life and themselves, to make them feel like the fullest and seize the most of ev- cles for the last 650 thousand years, pecially in the United States. A con- global warming and greenhouse much more. they must conform to society, that ery opportunity brought their way, meaning the greenhouse effect is sensus about the reality of climate gas emissions across at least 55 in- Social media isn’t all bad, is when it is bad. their self-worth will be worth so always in effect. Fluctuations in change was reached some years dustrialized countries. though. A friend of mine was look- Depression and anxiety can also much more than the pretty pictures CO2 levels have been due to mi- ago by the Intergovernmental Pan- As little ol’ people in a little ol’ ing on Pinterest and was searching come from too much time spent that one posts. Einstein once said, nor variations in earth’s orbit every el on Climate Change organized by town, the best we can do is to ac- for a new hairstyle. Social media on social media sites. Sundial.com “Live as if everything is a miracle.” several thousand years; roughly the U.N. Researchers from around cept our shortcomings, plant a tree can give people new ideas and can reported, “Researches find that the Take what is given and make it seven thousand years ago our plan- inspire them. People also look on more time people spend on social one’s own miracle. et entered into its modern climate Facebook and Instagram to see media, the more depressed they be- era, the one we belong to now. what their friends are up to or to come when comparing their lives By Jaden Pratt Climate change is a natural phe- post about what is going on in their to others.” They also stated. “By WHS Sophomore nomenon; we should expect it and cooperate with it. The real con- Importance of female friendships, cern arises when something drastic creates anomalies in the pattern. Though shameful to admit, our human ambition is largely, if not sisterhood promotes self-esteem entirely, responsible for the dam- With the culture we have been cial to love oneself and to love the you want to form a sisterhood with age done to our ideal home in the raised in today, it’s understandable sisters around you! someone you have a ton in com- last few centuries. Since the dawn as to why girls hate on each other. A lot of this hate stems from mon with? Think of how awesome of the Industrial Revolution, we’ve We don’t see enough girls sup- similarities. You might think this it would be to have a sister who been intent on building up our qual- porting each other on television; girl you’re hating on is the better truly understands your love for ity of life but neglecting the well- instead we get an abundance of version of yourself, when as a mat- something because she loves that being of our biological cousins, mean girls tearing each other apart. ter of fact, there is nobody in the thing too! Think of the glamorous whether it be the trees, the orang- We read magazines that promote universe that can be a better version slumber parties to be had, the end- utans, the polar bears, etc. Their jealousy and use objectionable, of yourself than you. To remember less good times and laughter, the perpetuation and ours is quite liter- the globe worked independently or two and be willing to cooper- cruel language towards girls. But this, there is an important quote by encouragement and support you ally in our world-changing hands. to concede finally that there’s a 90 ate with our government’s efforts we need to be more aware of when the editor-in-chief and founder of will receive! But don’t forget that But how has earth really changed percent probability humans are the to “save the world.” There’s recy- we’ve internalized a societal prob- Rookie Magazine, Tavi Gevinson, friendship isn’t a one way street, for the worse? What have we ob- reason for the seasons—and not cling, composting, solar panels, lem and what we can do to destroy “Girl hate is not hating someone and you also need to be able to pro- served, and why does it matter? temperate seasons, but extreme Tesla cars and the like; these are this mentality. People not liking who happens to be a girl; it’s hating vide these things to your pal too. Even though many fields of science, ones. Now, the sun lends us a hand noble actions, but the most impor- themselves seems to be where the someone because we’re told that, Sometimes there will be boys like geology or evolutionary biolo- through cyclic radiation variabil- tant decision we can make is not to who wrongly believe it’s an insult gy, are used to dealing with change ity, but it’s a small hand. If the sun deny the reality of our potential to for a girl to be better at something in terms of millions and billions of were the culprit, we’d expect to effect change, whether for better or than them. They think the best way years, climate change is far more see uniform temperature increases for worse. That’s what Earth Day is to avoid feeling humiliated and urgent. Substantial changes don’t throughout the earth’s atmosphere, all about; being socially account- emasculated is to start comparing occur over thousands of years, but but we only find it in the lower lay- able is what ultimately will lead to girls to other girls, thus taking the over mere 10 of years; the effects, ers. lasting developments in the health focus off of them. Now we get into however, last for far longer and are The reason for Earth Day is to of our planet. Now, this does not the concept of girls hating on oth- difficult to counteract. The damage raise awareness about these issues. mean we slap the climate-change er girls strictly for male attention. we do now carries into subsequent An encouragement to plant a tree deniers in the face; and this is not Here’s the truth, a girl’s main pur- generations. or build a garden with compost is a merely a political issue (the polar pose on earth is not to please boys Commonly, one hears that, com- way simply to make people aware, bear would throw stones at Demo- or do things for their approval, es- pared to our grandparents and their not only of the planet’s future but crats and Republicans alike). In- pecially when it comes to things parents and so on, our world has of our relationship to it: the world stead, we ought to encourage a sin- like being mean to one’s own gen- taken up the initiative to form a came first, while humans didn’t cere look at the evidence and then der for no real reason. greener tomorrow. After all, we start making their mark until the use our progressive minds to create At the end of the day, I’m not have recycling bins in homes, last fifth of a half of a half percent and innovate. With the same hands saying all girls should be best we’re more aware than in the past, of earth’s long and fruitful history. that build a respectable industrial friends with each other no matter but it’s caused little, real change. In Let’s not spoil the luxury of living world, we can harness the power of what, because everyone gets along fact, things have gotten worse. For that our planet has already gra- the human will to right our wrongs with certain people and sometimes example, across the whole twenti- ciously granted us. and respect the lives of our future we meet people who just can’t ful- eth century, sea levels rose by 17 The Earth Day Network’s pri- children and grandchildren. fill a basic friend’s needs, regard- cm; in the last decade alone they’ve mary mission since 1970 has been In conclusion: don’t litter and

Sophomores Madison Carver and Tess Musgrave show sis- less of gender. risen by more than double that. In to work with local officials and or- drive less to reduce CO2 emissions. We do, however, need to treat terhood. Photo by Melissa Harris other girls and women with the re- hating other people begins. Picking as girls, we should hate other girls spect we all deserve. With all of the End of school approaches fast, out the flaws of someone else might who are as awesome or more awe- countless forms of sexism, misog- make you temporarily feel good some than ourselves. That there can yny and inequality going on in the about yourself, but in the long run ever only be ONE cool girl, ONE world today, it’s so important that finding motivation can be difficult it’s just hurting yourself, and this funny girl, ONE smart girl, etc., in we look out for each other and stick Staying motivated during the tive. Payne, registered nurse at Davis will eventually make you pick out a circle of people.” We shouldn’t together. final quarter might be tough, but Students who aren’t enjoying Hospital, suggests all teens should your own flaws. This kind of nega- see similarities as a threat, we there are many ways to help stu- school will regret it when school is get out in the sunshine more often. tivity is stressful, tiring and just not should see it as the beginning of a By Lily Davis dents survive. For one, they could over. High school is the time when She explains getting outside can worth it. It is so much more benefi- beautiful friendship. Why wouldn’t WHS Junior think about what they have left people make some of their biggest help improve a lot of things such as of school instead of how long the decisions and have memories. avoiding sickness and depression. Editor in Chief year has been. Staying focused Something fun people could do It is no fun to be sick or depressed, Elizabeth Josephson on school can help the months fly to help stay motivated is something and it sucks even more when you Jason Godfrey by. There is much more to do with that helps me become more excited have to go to school like that. so little time left. Focus more on for the end of the year. It is a count- Another thing students could do Assistants to the Chief what’s important for your educa- down calendar. This is a creative to stay more motivated is to think April 2016 Volume 294 Issue 5 Since 1946 Ashley Vongbandith tion, and the end of the year will be suggestion to make school enjoy- of the year day by day instead of Siera Rose Editorial Editors Photo Editors here before you even know it. able, and you can keep up with month by month. Instead of think- Natale Andrus Emilee Alder Baylee Howe Always try to have a positive at- your assignment. ing about how far we still have to Lexi Olsen Melissa Harris titude. It’s really easy for students Remembering the importance of go, think about all the important Production Editors to give up on their school work dur- education can also help the year go stuff that needs to happen today and Abby Leake Sports Editor Business Editor Ashtyn Parmley Kirsten Ficklin ing second semester because sum- by quicker. People’s education is tomorrow. Living in the moment Jordan Johnson mer vacation is almost here. How- not all about having “A” grades. instead of dreading how much we Design, Typesetters, Photographers & Reporters ever, it’s not vacation yet, and there It’s also about what people learn have left can help a person’s out- Copy Editors is still so much more to do. It will and what they take with them after look towards school. It really is all Sidney Lee Dominique Kloepfer Kaylee Larsen Destanie Setzer cause a lot more stress on students their college career. School might about perspective. Emilia Nelson Alexis Hainline Mitchell Mosher Kayden Larsen to give up than to try hard and keep not be the most exciting thing in the Staying motivated this semester Rylee Thurgood Lily Davis Maddi Marker their grades up. Having negative world, but it is really important for can be tough but by taking the right News Editors Kaitlyn Henderson Alli Barney Rylee Roby feelings will only make people feel students and for their future career. steps and by keeping positive, teens Taylor Galusha Karloz Moran Kaylee Larsen Matthew Cragun worse about coming to school the Even though the weather may will definitely help the year go by Jaden Pratt Paige Toll Brock Christopherson Isaac Driggs next day. Try to look at everything be cold or rainy, getting outside faster. Students need to remember Alea Spendlove with a more positive perspective. more can also assist students with they are almost there, and they We welcome letters to the editor. Such letters shall be typed with the writer’s name promiently displayed Adding something fun to a per- staying motivated because it gives need to stay focused on their school Feature Editors on the article. The writer’s name may be withheld if so requested. Names will be kept on fi le. Views written Kennedy Hatch in the editorials do not represent the opinions of the Warrior News staff. The Warrrior News reserves the son’s day can also help the year them more energy and makes them work and education. Gavin Doughty right to edit for reasons of space, liability and reserves the right to deny printing articles that are deemed go by much faster. This will give more happy. As it gets warm again, inappropriate. Those interested in advertising in the Warrior News can contact the school at 801-476- 3700. students a break from their school go on a bike ride or a walk with By Maddi Marker work and help them be more posi- the family or even a dog. Janalee WHS Sophomore WARRIOR NEWS 62 WARRIOR NEWS FEATURENEWS SEPTEMBER April 2016 2014 ______

Mr. Weber By Ashley Vongbandith Assistant to the Chief contest ______Bullying, overcoming heartache, staying strong, coming of age and upholds fighting sexism in today’s coun- try music…those are just the few themes in Maddie & Tae’s brilliant ______tradition debut album. Country music’s hot- test new duo writes music that any- By Jason Godfrey body can relate to with various top- Editor in Chief ics. These ladies bring each track to in the old days/Aw y’all, we ain’t reeling hand.” ______life with their powerful harmonies, a cliché/that ain’t no way/to treat The song is hilarious and one of and this makes their latest album, a lady.” The song overall received my favorites off the album. This The Mr. Weber competition has Start Here, a strong debut album positive reviews for its clever song- song shows off the humorous side been a popular and beloved tradi- for these newcomers. writing and being able to speak up of the girls and also shows how tion for many who attend Weber Maddie & Tae, now both 20 years about the struggle women face in passionate they are with country High. Otherwise known as a pag- old, began singing and writing to- country music today. music by trying to incorporate old- eant, a select group of senior boys gether when they were teenagers. The duo brings together their er country sounds with modern day get the chance every February to Start Here came to be once the two third and current single by sticking ones. This song was an excellent showcase some of their talents and musicians penned together their with the traditional “three chords choice for a third single. hope to gain the title of the next Mr. first number one country hit, “Girl and the truth” country songwriting “The Downside of Growing Up” Weber. in a Country Song.” Start Here de- style to capture the roots of older is the final track on the album, and The nominees for the 2015-2016 buted at number two on Billboard’s it is a great way to end it. These school year were Ethan Lund, Wy- Country charts and number seven girls show that they’re just like att Berdinner, Josh Fawson, Cam- overall on Billboard’s 200. anyone else. And when they came eron Mortenson, Paul Huntsman, Maddie & Tae’s first number to the realization being grown up Garret Hoyt, Cache Wilder and one hit and debut single off the al- isn’t so fun, they picked up their Ben Forsberg. Each candidate was bum is “Girl in a Country Song.” guitars and jot down their feelings selected from a specific school club This song is fierce and battles the with music. Filled with honest lyr- and/or organization. This year’s amount of sexism in modern day ics, anyone going through the stage crowned Mr. Weber is Huntsman. country music. Ladies of country of growing up can relate. Students may recognize Hunts- music are being over taken by “bro- “But that’s alright, that’s okay/ man for being a runner, a member country,” a style of 21st century It’s just the way you find your way/ of Chamber Quire, outgoing, smart, Showing off their cheering skills is Garrett Hoyt, Cameron country music that involves mix- It’s the road you gotta take to get friendly and an athlete on the cross Mortenson and Wyatt Berdinner. tures of pop, hip-hop and electronic where you’re goin’/ And you’re country and track teams. He is en- Photo by Baylee Howe music. Maddie & Tae, along with country music on the song, “Shut gonna twist, you’re gonna turn/But joying every moment of his senior man has learned that “the praises of joked that I might get into Mr. We- other struggling lady musicians, Up And Fish.” it’s how you’re gonna learn/ a lot year. He said, “When I first heard other people matter less than [my] ber, so when I found out, I was sur- are not happy about it. “Shut Up and Fish” has peaked about love, a lot about life/ on the I was nominated for Mr. Weber, I own happiness and the small sim- prised.” Maddie & Tae wrote “Girl in a at number 40 on its first week on downside of growing up,” jumped up in class saying, ‘This is ple things that occur.” During the competition, Lund Country Song” for fun as they spent Billboard’s country airplay charts. Not only are they becoming big sweet!’ This has been an awesome As well as acting redneck, Hunts- enjoyed all of the lunch time ac- a St. Patrick’s Day together. Little This track was written when the stars in country music, but they’re and fun experience.” man enjoyed “decorating [his] tivities. He said, “We rode tricycles did they know it would soon be- duo couldn’t get peace and quiet also growing as people who are try- When Huntsman became the chocolate castle cake with the Best which was fun because everyone come a number one hit on country while fishing due to clueless boys ing to find their place in this world. next Mr. Weber, he said it was a Buddies Club.” As a word of ad- was trying hard to pedal and win. radio. The upbeat and honest track who didn’t understand that some Maddie & Tae are already being “great feeling.” He added, “This vice to any nominees for next year, We also did face painting, and we directly quotes lyrics from popu- girls just aren’t interested in any- nominated for big country music has been such a fun experience. I Huntsman said, “I would tell the got to do a cake decorating con- lar, bro-country songs from artists thing other than bass. From the be- awards such as an ACM for Vocal test with the Best Buddies Club.” like Blake Shelton, Chris Young, ginning until the very end, this song Duo of the Year, three CMT awards On top of all the activities, Lund Thomas Rhett, Florida Georgia keeps listeners entertained with its including Video of the Year and the said he loved seeing Paul win. “He Line and Jason Aldean to show off sassy lyrics and heavy country mel- duo has already won one big award worked so hard, and it made me the cheeky side of the song. The ody. But the chorus is what gets the at the CMAs for Video of the year happy to see him win.” said Lund. bridge kicks in and flat-out tells listeners dancing and singing: with “Girl in a Country Song.” During the process of putting how country music changed in the “I was fishing/ He was wishing This is only the beginning for these together a talent, Lund learned, worst way and how country music we were kissing/ I was getting mad- talented ladies. For anyone who’s “If you practice hard, you can do legends didn’t have to treat women der than a hornet in an old Coke looking for passionate artists who anything. Practice makes perfect.” unfairly to gain popularity. can/ Getting closer/ Sliding over/ write real Country music, I recom- Lund’s talent included doing a Na- “Aw naw, Conway and George Crowding up my casting shoulder/ mend picking up a copy of Start poleon Dynamite impersonation Strait/Never did it this way/Back Reaching out and trying to hold my Here. dance. The curly hair and ‘Vote for Pedro’ shirt helped to make the re- enactment an audience favorite. Through the week-long fun, Lund is thankful for everyone who helped him and made it a fun ex- perience. Congratulations Seniors and have Representing the Productions Company, Fawson said being in a fun Senior Cotillion the Mr. Weber contest was “just an- Come in with your student ID and receive 10% off! other fun opportunity for [him] to get involved. It’s been a lot of fun.” 427 East 1908 North (North Ogden Plaza) Fawson is known for being the Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. - Sat. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 801-782-9128 lead singer in his band “Miss the War.” He said, “I love singing with my band, writing music and every- Triking his way to victory during a lunch time activity is thing that goes into performing.” Because of Fawson’s talent of sing- Ben Forsberg. Photo by Destanie Setzer ing, he showcased that during the loved getting everyone pumped up candidates to have a blast! Don’t Mr. Weber assembly. “I’m flattered and being as redneck as possible.” worry so much about winning be- to be a part of the legacy of Mr. We- As the most memorable moment, cause the most fun came from pre- ber.” Huntsman said, “Practicing for paring.” A few things that made Fawson hours to be a redneck is something While there can only be one Mr. memorable during the assembly every person just has to do! It’s so Weber each year, Hoyt and Lund was his singing and piano talent. much fun.” were chosen as the runner ups. He also dressed up as a mermaid Acting as a ‘redneck’ proved to As a member of the yearbook for the swimwear portion of the be a smart move for Huntsman. staff since his sophomore year, competition. His memorable moments included Lund likes “to be outside and go Aside from the assembly por- telling jokes and dressing up as a mountain biking.” When he first tion of the competition, the contes- Huckleberry Finn-type character. heard he had been nominated, he tants enjoyed the daily activities. For evening wear he wore a cow- was very surprised. Among his From decorating cakes with Best boy hat and a camouflage vest. He group of friends, Lund being in Buddies, having tricycle races and said, “I just wanted to have a good the Mr. Weber contest had been a getting fake tattoos painted on, time and have fun.” comical prophecy since last year. the nominees made each activity Through this process, Hunts- He said, “My friends have always memorable.

Baylee Howe tattoos contestant Cache Wilder’s arm during Mr. Weber EO activities. Photo by Melissa Harris April 2016 FEATURE WARRIOR NEWS 7 New faces Yearbook join Weber staff keeps classrooms memories to inspire alive ______

By Emilee Alder By Gavin Doughty Editorial Editor Feature Editor ______

There are several teachers at The culmination of all the year’s WHS who are first-time Warriors, memories can be found in the pag- and some students may not know. es of the yearbook. Every student Two new instructors are Psychol- is able to muse over the landmarks ogy teacher Caleb Hardy and agri- and good times of another year culture teacher Cassie Joiner. Teaching Agricultural Biology this year is new teacher gone by. “I chose to teach because it gives More vital than the yearbook, Mrs. Joiner. Photos by Karloz Moran me the chance to make a positive though, is the group of dedicated influence,” says Hardy. “It is a pro- complicated, and there are always students’ faces when they under- students who make it possible. fession that when someone asks me new things to discover about it. stand a new concept. They toil from August to March, Chief senior editors Haeli Rich and Julianne Kidd review what I do for a living, I am proud to “I earned a minor in this field Cassie Joiner is also liking her pouring their creative soul into the pages in the yearbook. Photos by Rylee Thurgood say I’m a high school teacher.” [psychology] just because of my time as a new Warrior. “I teach defining history volumes of Weber. Not only does Hardy teach at love for it,” he says. “Being a psy- plant and soil science and Ag biol- Haeli Rich, senior, who is the Some of those things can be dif- Mr. Wilding says for the first WHS, he also coaches wrestling. chology teacher gives me the op- ogy,” she says. Joiner has always staff’s co-editor along with fellow ficult, and it’s hard for some kids part of the year, it’s a learning pro- “Teaching also allows me to coach portunity to further study a topic I been involved in agriculture and senior Julianne Kidd, says she’s to get out and do that, but I think cess. After, students are expected wrestling, which is another way for am extremely interested in.” loves promoting this way of life. been a contributor to her schools that’s a great thing for them to fig- to work diligently. “ We have big me to be a positive influence and Teaching at Weber High isn’t “I did FFA and 4-H (Positive yearbooks since eighth grade. “I’m ure out and to experience,” says deadlines; so 50 pages due every share my love of the sport with oth- the first time he’s worked with stu- Youth Development) growing up, a control freak; I like the leadership Wilding,.“Plus, the page layout two or three weeks. They’ve had ers,” he says. dents. “I have worked with students and those organizations gave me and the reward that comes with cre- programs that they use, design as- all their practice up to this point, Hardy didn’t always want to be ever since I graduated from high a passion for sharing agriculture,” ating such an important book.” pects that they learn, these are all and now we’re actually starting to a teacher. He says, “When I started school in 2002,” he says. “I went she says. Darren Wilding, who teaches in beneficial for the students.” get those pages and turn them out. going to college, I wanted to be a to Box Elder High School where I Joiner has always wanted to be Fine Arts, oversees the process and The theme for each year’s year- It gets a little intense at this time of physical therapist.” Hardy attended wrestled and then coached there for a teacher. “I grew up thinking I has been doing so since 2000. This book is different from the last, al- year,” he says. college at Utah State University, as a few years. I also coached at Bear would teach history, but I fell in will make the upcoming book his lowing room for new artistic pos- Rich primarily handles layout well as Weber State. He studied and River the year before I started as love with 4-H and FFA. I have al- sixteenth. He says, “I love to see sibilities and challenges. Rich says and organization, and despite her majored in exercise science and the head coach at Weber,” he says. ways enjoyed helping others and when [the students] start to figure being an artist or designer is one most dedicated efforts to produce minored in psychology. “Through “As for teaching goes, I have promoting agriculture,” she says. things out, and they start to under- of the things that makes Yearbook an appealing yearbook, she says twists and turns along the way, the only really done that since the be- The best part for Joiner about stand the programs as well as what fun. She adds being part of format- that one of the most annoying opportunity to teach seemed like a ginning of this year,” he adds. teaching is how hands-on agricul- they can do. It’s great when their ting and page design is a place to things after the yearbook’s issuance much better fit,” he says. Hardy also says Weber High has tural classes are. “I learn best when pages come together, [after] work- put a person’s artistic skills to the is people’s tendency to be zealous Despite not being his first choice, amazing students, “Between that I actually get to do something, and I ing with them and then all of a sud- test, and she enjoys being a leader critics. “Lots of people are critics; Hardy says he loves teaching, espe- and a wonderful staff, I really en- think many of my students feel the den seeing that they’re doing some- and motivator to newcomers and they don’t know how hard we’ve cially psychology. He enjoys psy- joy my time as a teacher,” he says. same way,” she says. For example, thing, that’s really pretty good. So I veterans alike. worked for them,” says Rich. chology “because there’s so much “My favorite part about teaching Joiner says her students get a lot of like to see them succeed and learn.” The Yearbook staff is an en- Given the demanding job, Rich to discover in their fields,” he says. is when my students are involved opportunities to learn with animals There are advantages students tity that hovers over every school encourages anyone who wants the For example, he says it’s interest- in the lecture, and our classroom and work in the greenhouse. can gain from being a yearbook event, faithfully accumulating a creative challenge to be a part of ing to learn why people do what becomes a place of discussion.” Though Joiner has worked with staff member. “Number one, it gets pictorial catalogue for students to the staff. “If you’d like leadership they do. He adds the human mind is Hardy adds he likes the look on his students before, this is her first time them out of their comfort zone a reminisce and appreciate in May. experience, if you like photogra- teaching in a classroom. “I have a little bit: they’re down on the floor However, Rich notes the process phy or design, or if you just want to lot of experience teaching youth in taking pictures, they’re in front of can be stressful, and the staff is get involved in school, it’s a great 4-H and FFA. I love teaching live- people and interviewing people. “extremely pressed for time.” place.” stock clinics and leadership skills to anyone who will listen,” she says. She adds joining these kinds of clubs helps students learn work skills and become leaders. There have been many people who have inspired Joiner to become a teacher. She says, “My mother is also a teacher, and I saw how much she loved her students.” She also says, “My high school AP Europe- an History teacher always pushed me to follow my dreams and to be the best I can be.” Joiner adds, “I went to high school at Fremont… don’t judge me, I have changed my ways!” To follow her dream to become a teacher, Joiner went to Utah State Mr. Hardy shares his knowledge of psychology with AP University to study agricultural students. education. “Go Aggies!” she adds. “So many of my classes include playing with animals and working in a greenhouse or shop,” she adds. Joiner’s favorite thing about We- ber High is the students. “They are Getting excited for the printing of the yearbook are [left to right] Destanie Jones, Haeli so fun to work with and they make Rich, Jenna Reed, Juliane Kidd, Briana Christensen, Naomi Elmer, Ethan Lund and Alexa my job fun,” she says. Johnson. Kirt’s Free Onion Ring with Purchase of Medium Drink Expires: 4/30/2016 (801) 782-5350 WARRIOR NEWS 82 WARRIOR NEWS FEATURENEWS SEPTEMBER April 2016 2014 Fun ways to prank without causing too much harm ______pranking people, but other people By Siera Rose are coming up with hilarious ways Assistant to the Chief to prank people,” Tams says. “I ______love April Fools’ though. I love to laugh, and there’s almost no way For many, April Fools’ Day is a I’m gonna run out of reasons to on tried and true tradition. Some peo- April 1,” Tams adds. ple look forward to that one day in As much as she loves them, the year when it’s “okay” to play Tams does believe it’s easy for a questionable pranks on friends and prank to go wrong. “Sometimes members of family. people break their bones or some Gracie Songer, junior, says a fun personal belongings, and in ex- prank would be to “steal someone’s treme cases, maybe someone dies. cell phone and don’t tell them, or Just make sure none of that stuff you could put a person’s cell phone happens when you play a prank on Keylee Christensen Josh Fawson Rylee Herrara Beka Cope number on a Justin Bieber photo- someone,” Tams says. She adds a Photos by Baylee Howe graph and tell people it is his.” good joke rule is to decide whether A prank Joanna Sullivan, sopho- or not you would like that prank more, wants to play is to fill a car pulled on you, and if the answer is Warriors showcase talents for judges with ping pong balls. “Then make no, “then you should just steer clear them go on a scavenger hunt. It of it. Violence can make a prank ______will make them late for school,” unfunny quick.” “This piece is one that really terson on bass. play in hopes of becoming famous; she says. By Ashtyn Parmley shows off your voice,” says Chris- Facing West brought back a little they play for their love. Aspen Edgar, freshman, says she “I like to hide in the Sports Editor tensen. This song has opera, jazz bit of America’s past times with “The performance was such a enjoys playing pranks on her sis- dark corners of my ______and a wide range of high and low their chosen songs. This team’s thrill,” says Argyle. “It was so cool ters. “I don’t play the same kind of notes.” harmony pleased the audience and to see how we worked together and pranks that you see on YouTube and house and wait for them During the Weber’s Got Talent “I feel like I could have done a the duo was confident with their performed in front of an actual au- stuff,” Edgar says. “I like to hide in to walk by. My sisters and the Battle of the Bands com- little bit better,” Christensen adds, instruments. Their singing brought dience.” the dark corners of my house and petitions, Warriors showed off their “My voice was tired from singing a calm feeling to the ear-popping The band had not performed in wait for them to walk by. My sis- are pretty jumpy, so singing, dancing and instrumen- a lot, so I didn’t hit some of the loud Battle of the Bands. front of an audience prior to the ters are pretty jumpy, so it’s always it’s always hilarious to tal talents. With 15 contestants in notes.” Placing just behind Facing West contest, they had only practiced hilarious to watch them.” watch them.” Weber’s Got Talent and five bands Christensen says while preparing in third place was another Weber in garages. With their confidence Edgar adds she loves April Fools’ participating in Battle of the Bands, for her performance, she practiced High band known as We Were Sto- in their music and the balance be- Day because it is an excuse for her Sometimes violence is part of the the competition was intense. a lot and had her parents and sister, len. This group has Zach Argyle tween instruments, the band had a to scare her sisters. “They can’t prank, and Tams says those ones On Feb. 1, Weber’s Got Talent who is a vocal major, watch, listen on drums, Noah Pollard on guitar, lot of fun performing. get that mad about it because that are never funny. “There’s nothing performers took the stage. With and give her tips. Allison Chapman on keyboard and Winner of the Battle of the Bands would make them a poor sport,” enjoyable about watching some- many performances, only two indi- Another award that was an- vocals, and Samuel Harris on syn- will proceed to a state competition Edgar adds. one get hurt, but it’s even worse viduals were awarded. Winning the nounced at Weber’s Got Talent was thesizer. The band says they don’t in April. Not all pranks go as planned, and when people are hurting others on competition, Beka Cope took first the People’s Choice Award. This ti- there can be some bad consequenc- purpose,” Tams says. Edgar agrees place with her performance sing- tle was given to Miss the War. Art- es when that happens. “My older with her, saying people should go ing the slow song, “When We Were ists in Miss the War are Josh Faw- sister slips and falls in the kitchen back to the basics and hide behind Young” by Adele. son on keyboard and vocals, Elias a lot when I scare her,” Edgar says. doors “like I do.” Cope says winning the compe- Skinner on guitar, Kaleb Brown on She adds nothing horrible has hap- The time-old tradition of prank- tition felt amazing. “I love being bass and Steven Enslow on drums. pened to her sister, she’s “just had a ing doesn’t have to be ended be- on stage and entertaining the audi- Because the band showed confi- few bruises here and there.” cause of the increase of violence ence.” Her ability to cover the song dence and talent during their ener- Pranks played by Edgar aren’t when it comes down to it. “As long with her talent and bring emotion getic performance, they also took the only ones with some negative as you’ve made sure there is no to the song made an impact on the first place with the Battle of the feedback – her family also likes possible way anyone will die or get crowd. Bands contest. to play pranks on her from time to seriously injured because of your Cope had not heard “When We “It felt nice to win because it time. “The pranks that my family prank, it’s probably a safe one,” Were Young” until a week prior felt like all of our hard work paid pull usually involve hiding some- Edgar says. Tams agrees and adds, to the competition. “It was a last off,” says Skinner. “I have always thing of mine, and they normally “Pranks are fun as long as they’re minute choice,” says Cope. “It re- loved music. Since I enjoy music, I end with me crying or something. safe; unnecessary violence makes ally spoke to me. It’s talking about wanted to apply it to my life.” Skin- I know they’ll give it back as soon pranks unfunny. Don’t kill or hurt a young love and how when they ner says he would like to go into a as I start crying, so in the end, it’s anyone while playing them. That’s grew up they kind of grew apart.” music profession that involves both really not so bad,” Edgar says. the recipe for a good prank.” Cope is currently in an advanced technology and music, but to be in Not everyone plays pranks, but Edgar also says it shouldn’t be acting class. a professional band would be the almost everyone can appreciate hard for people to figure out how to Becky Christensen, who took dream for him. them. Sophomore Grace Tams is prank people in a safe way, “but if second place, was recently in the Going with a bit of a different one of those who appreciates, but people have that hard of a time with musical, ‘Singin’ in the Rain’ as the genre and taking second in Battle doesn’t participate. “I am not the it, I’m sure there’s a ‘for Dummies’ lead role of Cathy Seldon. At We- of the Bands was the two man most creative when it comes to book on how to play pranks.” ber’s Got Talent, she performed the group called Facing West. This theatrical piece, “The Girl in 14G.” duo comes from Bonneville and Christensen showed the audience Fremont High School and features Members of Miss the War, Elias Skinner and Kaleb Brown, GREEN WEEK her vocal range with a high energy Hudson Bosworth on guitar and entertain the audience. performance. harmonica along with Colten Pe- Photo by Baylee Howe You can’t possibly leaf this amazing opportunity behind. Where- Weber High School When- April 18-22 You can look forward to: • Growing an avocado tree with an avocado pit • Cool presentations with live music • Discussions a er school • Lunch time activities • Making recycled paper

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There comes a time in every- one’s life where they go through every outfit in their closet and still feel like they don’t have anything hreads good to wear. Why wait for spring to come around in order to do some cleaning when you can easily throw T out the old and bring in the new? to find an interesting person wear- vicariously through the show’s Zach Thomas (10): “Bernie Jessica Kendell (11): “My mom, Wyatt Jenkins (12): “The mili- When buying new clothes to ing something really cool. livestreams in the comfort of our Sanders, because I like how he is because she knows me very well tary, because they are willing to build the perfect wardrobe, many If looking for a new scene of own homes. Go through a few tags fighting for the working class and and she knows exactly what to do. give up their lives so that we may find it difficult to pick out things people with authentic style, go out on Instagram and follow fashion he’s not interested in the money.” I can always trust her to help me.” be free to live our lives in peace.” because they’ve lost sight of what of town and visit: karaoke joints, bloggers that attend and snap lots they like or have grown bored of Broadway musicals, art museums, of pictures of the collections. their previous fashion choices. bowling alleys and even on the An important thing to always Here are a few helpful tips on how more adventurous and exotic side, keep in mind while developing to find your own personal style. get a ticket to the circus and take your style is to realize fashion isn’t One way to find a person’s style notes. always about looking pretty. It’s is to watch a favorite TV show or Reading is the key to expanding about having fun, expressing your movie and study the casts’ ward- knowledge on anything, so pick up authenticity and feeling comfort- robe. A lot of the time within films, books that go deep into the history able in what you’re wearing. Your a character’s piece of clothing or of fashion or read glossy everyday style should celebrate your life, accessory symbolizes something fashion magazines. Everyone’s personality and individuality. Al- unique about them. Get more in- heard of Vogue but a few under- ways wear what you like with con- formation on the costume designer appreciated magazines like Nylon, fidence and a smile. It’s easy to feel and see what their explanation was I-D, Dazed and Confused, and In- frightened when dressing in a way Kort Anderson (11): “My mom, Austin Halbert (12): “My mom, Sunni Stakebake (12): “Beyon- for creating a favorite characters’ terview are other exhilarating and that isn’t normally seen on a major- because she taught me everything because she always does every- cé, there is no explanation.” sense of style. Even try looking up full of culture publications. Anoth- ity of kids at school, but the truth is I know and keeps teaching me.” thing for me with no excuses.” what other fashion related projects er fun and crafty way is to cut out a lot of the time these kids will look Photos by Karloz Moran they have been involved in. your favorite pictures and create at what you’re wearing and admire Get inspiration straight from the an inspiration board full of fashion it and wish that they could be that streets. When waiting outside in icons and clothes you put together courageous with their own clothes. Modern day heroes revealed, line for a concert, look around to to create an outfit. Revel in dressing weird and never see what everyone else is wear- Keeping up with fashion week feel like you have to tone down a ing. These are your people. Every- is a great way to see what will be wardrobe for the comfort of others. one that showed up to this venue trending. Not everyone can fly out Another important thing is to traits shown for good people ______is united together for one night by to different states and countries to make sure this choice of clothing many inspiring things she does. ing performing tricks on big jumps their mutual love for this piece of sit front row at Rodarte with ev- isn’t appropriating someone else’s By Kennedy Hatch As her hero, Coach Hansen is ac- on his mountain bike. He originally music, so you are definitely bound ery other socialite, but we can live culture. Feature Editor complished in being many people’s heard of Semenuk from his friends ______friend. Emma Hansen says Coach and the Red Bull Rampage. Bargain shoppers tell ways to find Hansen really cares about her stu- “Semenuk is super chill and has a Many people have someone they dents and wants them to succeed. laid back but still incredible style,” look up to as a hero, as an inspira- She pays attention to each one of Burggraaf says. “He is a pro slope best savings on quality clothing tion or as a motivator. This could their problems and tries to support style mountain biker and does some ______be someone they know or some- them as much as she can. She adds insane tricks.” large selection of clothes as well of extra money while selling their one they someday hope to meet. Coach Hansen’s best qualities in- For sophomore Hannah Perry, By Natalie Andrus as other things. These stores are used items. “I think consignment Though many of the well-known clude being kind-hearted, funny her hero is rapper Amber Liu, more Assistant to the Chief stocked by donations from the lo- stores are an underrated resource heroes are from people’s past, they and caring. traditionally referred to as Amber, ______cal community. Because of this, the that we should use more as they’re all have certain characteristics and “I’m grateful for her as a teacher from one of her favorite bands, sizes and quality of the items avail- helpful for both the buyer and the actions that make them great. and a friend. I definitely look up to f(x). Born in America to Taiwanese Some people only buy brand able will vary which can be good seller,” Owens said. Sophomore Olivia Boer looks her,” Emma Hansen said. “She’s parents, Liu learned English and name clothing, and some will never or bad depending on what someone Several websites are also dedi- up to runner Mebrahtom “Meb” my inspiration because of how kind Mandarin Chinese early in her life. own clothes like that because of is looking for. Looking for a spe- cated to cheaper clothing. The most Keflezighi. Her modern day hero and funny she is.” She later moved to South Korea to the cost. But everyone likes a good cific item in these stores may be popular being eBay and Zullily. has made the Olympic team four Adam Burggraaf, sophomore, become a trainee for SM Entertain- deal, and there are ways to find it. difficult, but for those who are gen- According to an article on how- times and became a silver medal- chose professional mountain biker ment and learned Korean. Liu de- Bargain shopping is generally erally in need of some fun styles, stuffworks.com, eBay is the world’s ist in men’s marathon at the 2004 buted in 2009 under the K-pop girl good for everyone. There are some donation-based thrift stores could largest garage sale and online shop- Olympics. Keflezighi won the Jes- “She has gotten group f(x) and later as a solo artist clothing items that might not be be the right choice. ping center. eBay is also the largest se Owens Award in 2014 and many while keeping up and producing normally purchased when shop- One downside to thrift store online auction center. Searches can marathons. Boer originally heard a lot of bad com- music for both. Perry envies Liu’s ping; however, they also have value shopping is sometimes these stores be done for specific brands, sizes or of him when watching the Olym- ments and grief, but fluency in languages and cultures to them. Those who cosplay rely on are poorly organized which can items, so if the shopper is looking pic Marathon Trials and discussing and hopes to be able to be like her being able to score good deals and frustrate any shopper. However, for a specific thing, eBay could be him throughout the running com- she handles it in in the future. make their outfit as accurate as pos- Merrill said, “I think there’s kind a good fit. “There have been some munity. She has been able to relate Liu is not only a part of a band, sible while maintaining a budget. of an unnecessary stigma about occasions where I needed a specific to Keflezighi because she is also a amazing ways. She but she also makes solo albums. “Thrift stores have largely made shopping at thrift stores that we re- item of clothing, and eBay made runner. is comfortable in She has been either the host or part it possible for me to cosplay,” ju- ally ought to do away with. It’s just it really easy to find those items The famous runner inspires her of the cast of many popular shows. nior Winter Owens said. “Often shopping for the best deal and us- quickly,” said Merrill. by his attitude towards challenges. her own skin and is Liu has been nominated and has times I am able to find the foun- ing the resources around us.” Zullily has many sale prices from Originally from Eritrea, East Afri- always happy.” won many awards for her work dation of my outfit and for a very There is another type of thrift clothing and shoes, to furniture and ca, he suffered through the liberat- in the Korean pop industry. Perry good price. Most also have a sur- store which are consignment household decorations. By down- ing wars from Ethiopia which often Brandon Semenuk as his hero. looks up to Liu in many ways and prisingly good selection of shoes.” stores. According to Hubpages, loading the app, people have access made life hard. After moving to the Being from Whistler, British Co- believes her best traits include her Others find an enjoyable activity these places will buy gently used to their sales. U.S. in 1987, he eventually stayed lumbia, Canada, which to some is care-free, happy, smart and funny in bargain shopping. Junior Alexis clothes and then resell them. There Some websites also have cou- in an apartment with his family known as one of the greatest moun- personality. She originally heard Merrill told of a time where she and are some that specialize in a spe- pons and promo codes like eBates and started running. Even though tain biking/skiing communities, of the singer/songwriter by a friend a group of friends went to a thrift cific type of clothing, such as chil- and Couponcabin that can be used he started his running career in Semenuk learned how to ride at and has loved her ever since. store and tried to make an outfit for dren’s clothing, and tend to be a lit- if an item is being bought from his 30’s, he was still able to work six years old and raced cross coun- “I think [Amber] is a great per- the lowest price. “Some of the out- tle more costly than donation thrift the store that originally provides hard and rise to the top. Keflezighi, try circuits at nine. When he was son for people to look up to,” Perry fits were really cute, and a couple store chains. However, these stores it. There are also sites that are though being a professional athlete, 14, he became involved in moun- says. “She has gotten a lot of bad of us ended up buying them. It was essentially provide the same selec- search engines especially for shop- still takes time to appreciate his tain biking and started performing comments and grief, but she han- a fun activity.” tion along with brand name cloth- ping like Shopzilla, Froogle and family. jumps and tricks. In 2011, 2012 and dles it in amazing ways. She is Thrift stores like Deseret Indus- ing items for a discounted price. Shopping.com which can be useful “Meb is my hero because he 2014, he scored first at the Freeride comfortable in her own skin and is tries or Goodwill are known for Consignment stores also allow to find an item at the lowest pos- hasn’t always been a good runner. Mountain Bike World tour. He also always happy.” inexpensive prices and a relatively people an opportunity to make a bit sible price. He shows me that you can do any- won first place in the 2013, 2014 Everyone has at least one per- thing no matter your circumstanc- and 2015 Red Bull Joyride. son who they think of as inspiring, es,” Boer says. “He is a grand man; Burggraaf has also started moun- whether they are a local or a famous others should look up to him.” tain biking. He wants to become a individual. Many people have also Emma Hansen, senior, says professional slope style, downhill been motivated to do well in their Coach Hansen is her modern day and cross country mountain biker lives by the inspiration from one of hero. She looks up to her for the in the future. Burggraaf loves learn- their heroes.

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He said, favorite quotes from Stacie Mahoe, mistake over and over.” At Weber, athletics plays an im- “I want them to push themselves “I am a coach because of the kids Though making mistakes is a portant role in the lives of the stu- through the end. I try to teach them and the passion I have for the sport part of life, Macfarlane believes dent body. Whether Warriors play hard work, to have a good attitude itself. There is no other feeling students should consider doing a football, run track, swim or even and help their teammates.” quite like helping young athletes sport because of all they can learn. play lacrosse, there is always some- As Ortega continues to teach and further develop their natural per- “As a young person, there is a tiny one who plays a part in the success coach at Weber High, he enjoys ev- sistence, determination, discipline, window of opportunity to excel of the athlete: the coach. ery minute of it. He said, “Weber dedication, resiliency, work ethic, and participate in a team environ- Ryan “Chili” Ortega coaches High has great student athletes. We heart, leadership skills, connection ment,” she said. “Being a part of cross country and track. He said, also have a great athletic director with, and respect for, others, not something that is bigger than you “That’s what I grew up doing and and administration.” only in competition, but in life!” are is an invaluable life lesson. You I love it.” He continued, “I love Even if a student isn’t particu- The teaching and coaching path are sacrificing a part of you for coaching because of the people I larly strong or fast, Ortega encour- started for Macfarlane while she others!” She also added, “Being a get to work with. From the athletes ages Warriors to still consider track competed at Utah State. “I studied team player helps you later in life to the other coaches, they are all or cross country. “Track is where physical education as my major with your career whether it is being people who want to work hard.” students can find out what they’re and music as my minor. I ran track a better mom or an owner of a For- Coach Larsen watches junior Connor Shaw shoot a basket. As a runner himself, Ortega is good at. It offers different types of for four years with my specialty tune 500 company, a great physi- thankful to his coaches for all they skill sets and you can find out what being the 400 meter hurdles, 200 cist, doctor, musician or whatever! Photo by Melissa Harris taught him. He said, “My coach kind of athlete you are and what meter hurdles, 400x400 relay and What are you willing to do to be the lege and obviously went into edu- fort, but well worth it in the end.” Art Hansen is who inspired me to you are good at,” he said. the 4x100 meter relay,” she said. “I best you can be?” cation, so I could teach and coach,” As with every sport, Howell told become a coach. He’s great and he Concerning cross country, Orte- also played field hockey in the off Continuing to teach and coach he said. different aspects of baseball are im- was very motivational and he knew ga added, “Cross country is where season.” her students, Macfarlane loves He continued, “I didn’t play portant to the success of the game. his stuff.” students can find out about them- Coach Mac, as her students call what she does. “I love tennis be- sports while in college, but I have “Baseball is a great game, and a Ortega knew he wanted to be- selves. They learn to push them- her, knew she “always wanted to cause you learn integrity, sacrifice, always enjoyed the atmosphere of sport that requires a lot of skill,” he come a coach when he first helped selves and push their limits. For teach.” She added, “I love helping being a hard worker to become baseball. I love the history and tra- said. Skills have to be developed his brother in track. He said, “My some reason, people like running. kids.” After many years of coach- better and it’s really fun! Playing dition of the game in our country. over hours of work and practice- first year [coaching] was at Rocky These athletes will end up running ing tennis, she has learned a few tennis requires discipline, crazy I also love the mental side of the much of that on the players own Mountain Junior High. My brother the rest of their lives.” valuable lessons about the sport. courage, focus, concentration, game of baseball and the opportu- time. It is a sport that definitely was on the team, and I was the dis- As a P.E. teacher and tennis She said, “Tennis is like life, and consistency and you make great nity to continue to teach that. It is a can test your mental toughness and tance coach. That’s when I knew coach, Carolyn Macfarlane also life is like tennis. No matter how friendships! Playing tennis teaches very difficult game because there is ability to stick with something until this is what I wanted to do.” likes her coaching experiences. “I many times you try, if you keep do- you how to lose gracefully and win so much failure built into it. It takes the end.” gracefully!” she said. mentally tough players to play the All in all, Howell added coach- With a year of teaching under his game well.” ing baseball has been an incredible belt, Trevor Howell is looking for- While his love for baseball con- part of his career. “I love the kids ward to many coaching experienc- tinues to grow, Howell has coached here and the other coaches and staff es. “I love being around the game, other sports as well. “I coached members. It is a group effort. We the competition and the relation- basketball for 12 years and football work together to help the student ships that we [as a team] build,” he for a couple of years. I love those athletes here to be successful,” he said. sports too, but time is not unlim- said. As the head baseball coach, ited,” he said. “My own kids are Howell also appreciates support Howell was inspired to coach from growing up and I want to spend from staff and administration. “I his father. Howell grew up watch- time with them and support them in feel like the program is going in ing his father coach. He said, “My their activities as well.” He added, the right direction, and there will dad was a high school coach for 30 “I will never say that I won’t get be many good years to come. The years. I loved growing up around into coaching another sport again. players work very hard nearly year the environment and to see those They all have their unique chal- round in the weight room and on experiences. At a very young age, lenges and rewards.” their own time. It is a great group I knew I wanted to coach. It was Through his years of coaching, of young men,” he said. when I would go to all my dad’s Howell has learned the importance Whether it is swimming, run- games.” of each game. “I’ve learned that ning, wrestling or playing tennis, As a Weber State University each year there is more to learn. the coaches at Weber High are graduate, Howell also learned in Each year is an exciting new year ready for a great season of success college that he wanted to become to reach new goals and build new and hard work. They are ready to Coach Cruff, head of the swim team, assists with his athletes as they prepare for a recent a coach. “I studied physical educa- relationships through different ex- lead because they love what they swim meet. Photo By Baylee Howe tion, health and math while in col- periences. It is a lot of time and ef- do. April 2016 SpoRts WARRIOR NEWS 11 Boys snatch up region title: learn hard work, sportsmanship skills ______Even though practice and hard with the success we had,” says By Ashley Vongbandith work are a few of the aspects to Larsen. “Being able to go through Assistant to the Chief winning, the team agrees growing this season with these kids is really ______a strong bond with each other has special to me.” also helped them succeed. The boys agree playing with After several blood-pumping, “What I’ve got out of this season teamwork and trusting each oth- intense games, the boys’ basketball is how I gained a lot of friendships, er on the court helps them win. team proves hard work and great and it is crazy how close we got to “Something we’re confident in chemistry are keys to success. each other,” says Grant Ellison, se- is that we share the ball well and The boys have progressed nior. have pretty good chemistry,” through the season with 17 wins says senior Spencer Campbell. and only three losses. The three “They know their roles Cameron Mortenson, senior, losses came from non-region and what their job is on adds, “We really are great with games against Layton on Nov. 24 sharing the ball and not playing this team,” says Larsen. with a score of 48 – 45; Box Elder selfishly. We definitely play our Senior Cameron Mortenson spins around his Layton opponents as he drives to the hoop. on Dec. 11 ending the game with a “It really has made our best when we work together and Photo by Melissa Harris score of 70 – 55; and on Feb. 13, team a success when communicate.” Weber lost to Wasatch Academy Larsen agrees and says, “Team- with a final score of 78 – 76. Con- toughest division (5A), the War- more proud of a group of young with a score of 83 – 68. they know their roles on work and fundamentals are the nor Shaw brought in 30 points to riors were determined to do their men; how they competed and stuck Coach Mark Larsen helped push the court.” most important part to almost any help with Weber’s victory. The best through teamwork and will- together through a long season and the team to be their best, and Lars- sport. If you can master the easy boys are now undefeated in region, power. They have shown hard work were able to exceed all expecta- en has seen his boys excel on the Coach Larsen agrees and says stuff like passing and shooting, hold the region title and are ready on and off the court pays off and tions by winning a region champi- court. the good relationship in the team is you can accomplish anything you to play state. will lead the team to success. onship! This is something that will “They know their roles and what part of their success. want.” After last year’s playoff appear- ”I was extremely pleased with last forever, and I want them to be their job is on this team,” says Lars- “The best part of being a coach There are many games the boys ance, the team was looking to beat the way our kids competed this able to remember and enjoy it.” en. “It really has made our team a on this team is the relationship you have enjoyed playing in this year. last season’s performance and fin- season, from where we were picked success when they know their roles build with these kids. We’re go- “One of the main highlights of the ish at the top in the state games. to finish (fifth) to what they were Additional reporting by Brock on the court.” ing to remember that forever along season was Spencer Campbell at “We worked our butts off during able to accomplish, I could not be Christopherson Woods Cross. He really redeemed practice. I knew we could go as far himself at that game,” says Ellison. as we wanted to,” says Mortenson. With just 1.5 seconds left on “Our ultimate goal was to make the clock at overtime, Campbell, state playoffs and be region cham- scored a rebound and defeated pions,” says Jordan Campos, se- Woods Cross and ended the game nior. And the boys reached their with a final score of 63 – 61. region goals with no losses during Going against the school’s rivals, region and brought home the Re- Fremont on Feb. 19, the team was gion 1 trophy. under rivalry pressure, but the War- “There’s only one team in We- riors won the game with the final ber’s history that has made it score of 48 – 45. Within the last through region undefeated, and it 2:40 of the game, Fremont led the was cool to be one of them and to game by three points, until senior win the whole thing,” says Ellison. Austin Rushton tied the score with As they hoped to continue their a 3-pointer. Mortenson and Ellison dream at state, the Warriors fell finished the game by each scoring short after their first game. with a layup. State tournament is where the “Beating Fremont is a personal games got even more heated, and highlight for me. It felt great to win the boys experienced that at Weber that game,” says Mortenson. State University against Westlake. Another highlight was the Moun- On Mar. 1, the boys took on tain Crest victory. Ellison gave We- Westlake in the first round of the ber 42 points on Feb 22. Final score tournament. By third quarter, West- for the game was 67-50. lake outscored Weber by taking The last region game on Feb. a 16 point lead. Campbell led the 24, was against Sky View. With an team with 16 points, and Ellison overtime, Weber pushed through a followed with 10 points. The game Kolton Wilden, senior, reaches and fights for a rebound. long, heated game and outscored ended with a score of 70 – 51. 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WARRIOR NEWS 142 WARRIOR NEWS INTRUDERNEWS SEPTEMBERApril 2016 2014 Just keep swimming! Hidden talents, pleasures Cruff creates incentive for team, revealed by cool teachers practice with aquatic predators ______Fan-fics + boy bands + skates, oh my! can inspire speed is not new. “This By Ida Knowit has been in the works for several By Simon Nella says Pace. However, Kirk Ottley Staff Smarty Pants years. This is the first season we Staff Chef disagrees as he represents Louis ______are putting any of this theory into ______Tomlinson. “He is a very funny practice,” he says. person,” states Ottley. “Great per- The Weber High swim team has The holograms are not the only There are some things people sonality and everything.” done well this season, and they re- change to how the Weber team keep hidden: hobbies and secret Alongside Ottley is Daren Wild- cently unveiled the reason for their practiced this year. “We also obsessions they completely adore. ing, art teacher, who chooses Niall success. The team has secretly been brought in some juvenile sharks,” Though they may love these hob- Horan. Wilding feels a strong con- training with aquatic predators. says Cruff. bies, they keep them away from nection with Niall because “we “The ultimate goal for the team Having real predators in the wa- others, especially students. look so similar.” Wilding also says is to test themselves against actual ter is speed-inspiring. Senior Em- Teachers are people who inspire when he sees a picture of Niall, he predators,” says team coach Mr. ily Sichz, one of the team captains, students to give it their all. Howev- feels like he’s looking at a younger Cruff. “Right now, we are using says, “It definitely makes me swim er, they too have random and per- photo of himself. holograms and juvenile sharks to faster. I thought I was swimming haps weird guilty pleasures. Talk- Alan Rawlins loves Liam train.” fast until my toes were in dan- ing about music favorites, writing Payne’s voice and slightly calmer The team was selected to test a ger. That’s when I found my real fan-fiction and even dreams of pro- personality, so he connects to this new underwater holographic tech- speed.” The swim team “excitedly” helped the ITSA Beta test new fessional ice skating, a few of We- teen heart throb. ber’s teachers share their stories. nology produced by the Interna- Senior Kiley Allman agrees. “I technology during practices. Photo by Baylee Howe Last, but not least, is Dave Shaf- tional Technological Swimming didn’t think it would make a dif- “I can’t believe you got me to tell fer, who represents the dearly Association (ITSA). This innova- ference, having the ‘baby’ sharks having fun testing themselves, see- a contract that will ensure Weber you this!” exclaims Jill Lunceford. missed Zayn Malik. “His style is tive technology is capable of creat- in the water. But then I got in the ing how far they can get before the High will receive a percentage of “Yes, I do in fact write Twilight magical and his voice is amazing,” ing holographic images underwa- water with one and saw how big creatures can catch up.” the profits. fan-fiction.” Lunceford doesn’t says Shaffer. Shaffer hopes to one ter. he was and how serious his eyes Not only is the team doing well, Cruff says the team plans to put only write her own fan-fic, she day get a complete makeover to The holograms are visible both looked, I got faster,” she says. but there may be more benefits for proceeds toward building their own also owns quite the collection of look more like Zayn. from land and from water. They are According to Cruff, the team them in the future. “One really ex- pool to practice in, since the Weber this best-selling book’s merchan- One Direction is these teachers created by a small box placed in- hopes eventually to be able to race citing prospect is that we might get team does not currently have their dise. She has “the whole hardcover all-time favorite group. However, side the pool and can be broadcast against fully-grown sharks. “Obvi- some of the profits from the ITSA own pool and practice at Ogden series, another hardcover series the breakup of the band causes through the entire pool. ously, there are a lot of safety con- holograph technology, since we High. Cruff says the money will translated into Spanish, the series some issues with these teachers. The team practiced at 5:15 a.m. cerns with that,” says Cruff. The were involved in the beta testing,” also go to the building of a humane on audio tape voiced by Stephanie “It was a mistake,” says Shaffer. this season in order to keep their NHSASA (National High School says Cruff. “The company produc- home for the sharks and the pur- Meyer herself, along with the mov- “My Zayn wasn’t meant to leave.” secret safe. “The ITSA didn’t want Athletic Safety Association) is cur- ing these holograph machines isn’t chase of more sharks. In addition, ies as Blu-Ray discs which are still With tears in his eyes, Shaffer says anyone to copy their idea. They rently investigating this proposed sure when they will release them a marine biologist will be hired to perfect and sealed,” she says. he does like how Zayn is still push- were beta testing their product course of training, hoping to mini- for sale to the general public, but care for the sharks. Adding on to this collection, she ing through the music industry. through a few selected teams, in- mize risks. when they do we are promised Cruff adds all Weber students also has her “prized Edward Cullen “I personally do not approve of cluding Weber High,” says Cruff. The Weber team can already see some of the money.” will get benefits from this new doll and a glorious Jacob Black full their break up,” adds Pace. “I don’t He adds the team had to prac- how they would fare against ma- At the beginning of the season, program. Besides the extra money, size blanket,” she says. think it should have happened.” tice before other teams, so no one ture predators. “We can use the ho- the team had to sign a confidential- students will be able to observe the When writing her fan-fic, she Pace is worried that One Direction would see the new technology. lograms to simulate actual sharks,” ity contract to use the technology. sharks as part of selected science doesn’t write in Bella’s voice be- is, in fact, going many directions. Cruff also says the idea that fear says Cruff. “The team has been Then they were also able to sign classes. cause she feels Bella isn’t por- Along with the Dream Team, an- trayed very well. She also says Bel- other teacher shows her guilty fan- la doesn’t have much of a reaction tasy. Math teacher Wendy Barney Elder year adds risk for riots in schools to the other characters. To deal with tells her ongoing dream is “random ______this in her stories, she writes as if and weird, but it’s my dream.” This she is the main character which dream reveals that her secret hopes By Lucee Memind a choice between Elder Art or Sew- torically prominent books. Each cooking and laundry. “adds a little more of a thrill factor to become a professional ice skater. Staff Neurologist ing. Students will be graded on tal- week students will be assigned a Additionally, Weber School Dis- to the story,” she says. Throughout “Ice skaters are so graceful and bal- ______ent. Mr. Wilding, art teacher, says, book to read. Students will write trict is cutting funding and will no her stories, she makes it clear that anced,” she adds. “There will be no participation and present a book report and take longer employ any janitorial staff. she is definitely “Team Jacob.” Her joy for ice skating started The state of Utah has decided points awarded. Students will be a reading comprehension test for As part of the life-experience class, Now, with many things to love, at a young age. “I used to try and that students graduating from Utah graded on the quality of their work. each book they read. Weber students will get the op- books, movies and music seem to go down to the ice skating rink as high schools are not properly pre- We want students to be able to cre- One major fear of students is portunity to clean not only Weber always be a popular topic of choice. much as I possibly could,” says pared for further education or for ate works of art, not junk.” public humiliation. The Public Pre- High, but the junior high schools Proving this are five teachers who Barney. “I tried so hard all the time, life. Effective Jan. 1, 2017, all stu- The alternative for the art credit sentation class will attempt to help and elementary schools that feed call themselves the “One Direction and I manage to squeeze five hours dents who have not graduated from is sewing. The course guide states, students overcome this fear. Each into Weber. Dream Team.” Each member rep- each day.” high school will be required to “Sewing is a fast-paced course, de- student will be required to prepare The state has also decided stu- resents a One Direction member. Barney has become a regular complete five years of high school signed so students will be prepared and give an oral presentation each dents need to be bilingual at the This team is convinced that their visitor to her favorite local ice skat- (grades 9-13). to design and create their own week in the auditorium for the time of graduation in order to keep favorite boy band just might be the ing rink, the Weber State Olympic All Warriors will be required to clothing and accessories. Students class. up with the rest of the world. There- best there is. Oval. “The summer is possibly my take an additional eight credits in will design, execute and model a The final project will be to give fore, all students will be required to First off, Jarvis Pace, teacher, favorite time to go skating.” she order to graduate. Students will be complete new outfit each week.” an oral presentation regarding a be fluent in their chosen language represents Harry Styles. He dearly says. “I have a lot of time, and it’s placed in advanced level classes, The Elder Year P.E. credit can topic of public interest to the Weber in order to graduate. Students can wishes to get “that beautiful mane like a sweet little getaway from the but no A.P. or concurrent enroll- only be fulfilled by a class called, County Commissioners. choose between learning Friulian, of hair.” Liking this musician’s tal- heat.” ment credit will be offered. Be- Elder Fitness. The teacher will be The math credit can be filled by Klingon and Taushiro. Friulian is ent and hair, there is no doubt in After these few teachers have cause of this change, students are Coach Macfarlane. She has planned Advanced Calculus and Statistics a language from north-east Italy. Pace’s mind that Harry is his num- revealed their guilty pleasures, it’s not only concerned about the extra the new course and is excited to or Auditing and Accounting. Speaking Klingon will allow stu- ber one. safe to say there might be more hid- year, they are starting to organize teach the course. She says, “For the Many students may think math will dents to connect with others who “Harry is my absolute favorite.” den talents at Weber. peaceful riots to show their dislike final fitness exam, students will run not serve them in the real world, but speak this language, made famous for an extra year. a half-marathon. Immediately af- the life-experience class is designed by Star Trek. Taushiro is a dying Students will be required to take ter the race, students will have five to help students prepare for life af- language from the Peruvian Ama- one credit in each of the following minutes to complete 100 burpees, ter school. This class will help stu- zon; only one person speaks it and Everyone is Welcome to the Weber areas: art, physical education, lit- 200 pushups, 200 squats, 100 pul- dents get job experience. Although will be the instructor. High Dance Class erature, public presentation, math, lups, and 300 sit ups! I really think students will not receive any pay, Students will also learn a com- life-experience, language and com- that students will embrace the chal- they will get experience working puting language for their final cred- puting. No elective classes will be lenge; maybe not at first, but they in retail, food service and animal it. Many options will be available, available for Elder Year. will learn to love the pain.” care. Students will also learn skills but students must be fluent in their For the art credit, students have Elder Literature has a list of his- required to keep a house, such as chosen computer language. You are experiencing SCHOOL FEVER if you…

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Vice Prin- sionalism of his decision, but that ______cipal Terry Spiers supports Wardle won’t stop him. “As soon as the in his endeavor. “The class will be word gets out about all of this, there Most everyone around Weber dedicated to helping get llamas off will be plenty of people who want High has heard of the new FLEX of farms and integrated into soci- to help llamas become accepted period that’s being added to the ety. FLEX can help us rally for the members of society,” Wardle says. schedules next year. While teach- rights of llamas,” Spiers says. While Spiers is “all for their ers have been trying their best to The administration is apparently protection,” she has a sinking feel- explain why there is going to be still confused about why FLEX is ing Wardle’s dedication may not an extra period in the middle of necessary for the whole school, but be enough to keep FLEX alive. “I the day, some people aren’t happy Wardle and Spiers stand by their know his heart is in the right place, with the explanations they’ve been statements when they say llamas but I don’t think there are too many given. Luckily, Veldon Wardle, need protection. “I’ve always loved people around Weber High who are principal, has all of the information llamas. When I was growing up, I just as passionate about llama ac- on what FLEX is and why it’s nec- lived next to a llama named Larry. ceptance,” Spiers says. essary. He was one of my best friends,” Despite the doubts of others, “FLEX actually stands for Frag- Wardle says. He adds it’s sad how Wardle believes by next year, there ile Llama Experiencing Xenopho- fearful people are of llamas. “They will be a lot of people in his llama bia,” Wardle says. “This is a cause don’t do much, but they are good protection agency. “That’s why I that is very close to my heart, but friends.” want this article written. I want when I first proposed it, everyone Not everyone is thrilled about people to know about the real rea- The fight for the 2016 presidential title will now include incumbents Barney and Rhodes. said there was no way I could add FLEX. Some say the whole thing son for the FLEX period,” Wardle Photo by Kaitlyn Henderson in a whole period just to make sure is just a waste of time. Jim Hales, says. “It’s not just an extra period llamas felt safe in society.” WHS counselor, says he’s probably in the day. I really care about the Wardle also says he had to come the biggest advocate for the down- llamas being accepted by humans.” Determined teachers run for office; up with a good cover for the FLEX fall of the incoming FLEX period. If anyone is interested in signing period’s use. “So I have given ev- “I just don’t see the point of it,” up for Fragile Llamas Experiencing ery student the option to sign up for Hales says. “It seems very unpro- Xenophobia, Wardle says, “Just ask expressing unusual political views almost any class they want, but the fessional for Mr. Wardle to bring your counselor about it. If they give ______specific FLEX class has to be asked his personal feelings about llamas you a hard time, come talk to me or “Bernie who?” she questions. pushing for what you want to have about in order to be signed up for; into a school like this.” Mrs. Spiers.” By Ima Fungi “He sounds nice, I suppose, but it’s happen, to happen.” it’s not on the list,” Wardle says. Another counselor, Becky But- Wardle has high hopes for the Staff Botonist almost too close to Barney…. And Many politicians revert to party Wardle says FLEX is necessary ler, agrees with Hales. “He’s just new FLEX. “I think we will be able ______as for Trump, I can’t begin to un- promises to attract votes. This in- because “it’s unfair for llamas to be gone and added a whole new period to make a good world for llamas if derstand that man. If I had a nickel volves constructing a policy agen- kept on farms all the time just be- in hopes people will join his llama we just try. I’ll appreciate everyone The race for America’s next for every time he said something da around certain issues or ideals. cause people are scared of them.” protection squad,” Butler says. She who helps me in this cause,” War- president is increasing in intensity, ignorant, I would have a small loan President Obama, for example, ran Wardle believes llamas are loving adds, “But what if they don’t?” dle says. and the future is unsure. The polls of a million dollars.” on the promise of reformed health- are close, reminding Warriors old Rhodes agrees with this assess- care and bringing troops home. enough to register and support their ment. “The candidates were hon- Rhodes says his main focus is cen- Teachers representative. estly a large part of the reason I ran. tered on reforming the schooling Because the race is so close, any America, this beautiful land of the process. “Teachers should be paid puff of the political wind could free and home of the brave, cannot at least $30 an hour,” he claims. “If discover tip the people one way or another. be run by hooligans. If you can’t we were, I might be able to pay off Weber High is offering this meta- treat all of your citizens equally, my student loans before I die.” phorical gust, as two teachers are you should not have citizens to However, he isn’t concerned shocking rising with their own campaigns for mistreat.” only about scholarly issues. “There the ultimate American dream. Mr. Arguments in the political world is a serious lack of cultural knowl- Rhodes, computer genius, and Mrs. have been raging about government edge in citizens in all ages. To revelation Barney, patriotic mathematician, involvement (or interference, de- combat this, I’ll pass a law that re- ______are fighting for the ticket, both as pending upon who is being asked) quires to live in America, one must independents. in what could only be described as have irrefutable proof that one has By Jess Kidnya When asked why she chose this “civil matters,” most notably legal- completed Nintendo’s The Legend Staff Silly Person part, or rather, this lack of a party, izing same-sex marriage last June, of Zelda: Ocarina of Time at least ______Barney exclaimed, “There’s too and now the ethical questioning of once. If it’s on the N64 console, much ‘B’ for any party! My ideals abortion. that’s bonus points in the form of a Many teachers at Weber High are right in the middle—and above, “And as for Trump, tax break!” have become close friends over the below, behind—on so many po- Barney is focusing on a huge years. This is due to seeing each litical issues. The point is that they I can’t begin to under- amount of issues combined into other practically every day for over can’t fit me into a box!” stand that man. If I had one giant problem: capitalism. nine months and having to suffer Rhodes can agree with her on a nickel for every time “I want corruption in the big through meetings together. It has Long lost siblings, Nielsen and Nichols find each other in this, a feat in and of itself, as most business to end!” she declares. been discovered, though, that some politicians seem incapable of re- he said something ig- “It’s considered undesirable—and Weber’s halls. teachers are a little closer than nor- Photo by Kaitlyn Henderson garding other’s opinions at all. norant, I would have a illegal—to operate a monopoly in mal. Teachers Robyn Nielsen and it would have been interesting to the school years, even sharing AP “They [the parties] are just so… the Unites States, so nobody does Kathy Nichols are actually long- see how either of them would be if English classes. boring,” he laments. “I don’t want small loan of a million it…officially. If you look at- com lost siblings. This recent revelation not put in the place they were. “I have always thought of Robyn to play by their rules; I’m going dollars.” panies, they have different CEOs has shocked them and other teach- “Considering our family situa- as an awesome friend,” Nichols to do what’s best for the Ameri- “That’s what the government and shareholders, but there’s a step ers and faculty. They decided to tions were so normal, it would have says. “I appreciate our relationship, can people, not what’s best for the was put in place to do—decide ulti- above them on the corporate ladder, keep it a secret until now. been seen as bizarre that I had a and I do even more now that I know Democrat or Republican budget. mate rules,” says Barney. “Now, in and these elites all happen to own a “We practically share one brain,” sister living in New Zealand of all our situation as a family.” I want to be independent because court cases where people’s liberties suspiciously vast amount of similar Nielsen says. “I am surprised I places. At the time, I knew next to The pair found out from a recent isn’t that what we’re supposed to and lives are at stake, I say the Su- companies. That is most certainly didn’t notice this sooner. We have no one from the place. It still aston- phone call delivered to Nielsen be as Americans? ‘With indepen- preme Court ought to do its job, but abuse of the system, and I will pro- always been great friends. It makes ishes me today,” Nichols said. from her relatives in New Zealand. dence and justice for all?’” I feel like the government has taken tect the purity and integrity of the sense considering we have been so When Nielsen grew older, she They explained the situation to her Combined with riveting home- the millimeter we gave them, and Constitution with my very life, as alike all of these years. However, fell in love with a young man and clarified why it was necessary town stories of growing up and his then a mile more. When I become any true patriot should.” I am very happy yet shocked to from Brigham City, Utah, who at the time to keep her real identity boyish good looks, Rhodes is ex- President, I aim to put all branches She also plans on putting surveys know the truth about my family.” was studying in New Zealand. He a secret. Nielsen has reconnected tremely confident about his chanc- back into their place.” out to the public in order to study The two were separated at a very wanted to move back to his home with the relatives she never knew es of winning the 2016 election. In a situation more typical of pol- alternative economic options. “Ob- young age when their aunt and country and state. Once they were she had and has loved meeting “History proves time and time iticians, Rhodes disagrees. viously communism is out, but uncle took Nielsen to their home married, they moved to the U.S. them. again that Americans favors attrac- “Have you ever seen The Purge? hopefully we will find a system of in New Zealand. They adopted her Though Nielsen’s adoptive fam- “I can’t believe I had all of this tiveness,” he says. “Look at JFK… Strong government, when paired reform to save America from mon- into their family and decided col- ily was originally disappointed family foreign to me and what I look at Obama! That man sure is a with a strong people, is the best etary failure. It’ll be a long, diffi- lectively that it would be best to because of the move, after enough grew up in,” Nielsen said. “It has looker, or was before his terms in solution. Anarchy is a constant cult transition and a transition that keep this information away from visits they all warmed up to and be- been an absolute joy learning about office. Speaking of, I’m not sure possibility, and that is in nobody’s big business will fight, but worth it. her. Years later, it was as if Nielsen came reconciled to the idea. In the each of them and telling them about what being President will do to my best interests. I feel the government If we adopt a stable system, things had always been a part of their fam- dark about her relative living close my current family and what has visage, but my beautiful face is of is overstepping some bounds, but like the Great Depression and ily. Continents away, Nichols had to where she was moving, Nielsen happened in past years.” little importance when looking at slacking in other areas. Freedom the Bush recession won’t happen no idea she actually had a long-lost eventually received the job as an Nichols is also excited to know the greater good.” has to have bounds, else none of us again. Freedom includes the trust sibling abroad. English teacher at Weber where her about her family. Both are relieved Barney loses no ground in this would be free.” in our economy and government to Nichols was living more of a long-lost sister also worked. to have this knowledge, even field. “I’ve had people mistake my The best way to confine the gov- protect us.” normal life. She lived in the regu- Being in the English department though it came late in their lives. daughter as my mom,” she says. “I ernment to its Constitution is vot- Primaries begin March 28 in lar situation with her family with together, Nielsen and Nichols qui- Nielsen and Nichols are also re- age well; it’s a family trait. Some ing, according to both Barney and Utah. Until then, PBS will be no knowledge about other siblings etly became friends. They contin- adjusting to the fact that they have readers may even wonder if I’m old Rhodes. broadcasting Republican debates elsewhere. Nichols can remember ued to stay friends and helped each more relatives and backgrounds enough to run, and I’d tell them the “If the people speak, the govern- and Fox News will be showing many childhood memories and other in many areas of their career. then they first imagined. They are truth—barely.” ment can’t argue. It’s in the Con- Democratic ones. To tune into in- now wonders what it would be like Through their love of English and overjoyed with this discovery and Politicans Bernie Sanders and stitution somewhere, I think,” says dependent debates, follow Bar- if she and Nielsen had never been their close proximity of class- hope to be introduced to more Donald Trump are currently the Rhodes. “Anyway, unless they pull ney’s Twitter account, @BPE2016 separated. She says that because of rooms, they relied on each other. about the culture and lifestyle each people’s choice, according to polls. the Electoral College into this, the and Rhodes’ Tumblr, mr-president- the extreme diversity of their lives, They constructed a great bond over lived in before the great revelation. Barney is surprised by this. people rule. When you vote, you’re of-the-us. Sidney Lee’s boyfriend Sharknado Movie Night requirements • must be between 6’2”-6’3” We will be showing • must tolerate 80’s synth pop • must not be a tool the whole Sharknado • must have a job • must be willing to be enslaved movie series on April for the rest of your life 15th. If you check o any of these requirements, please call (801) 123-456 It is going to be on the baseball eld at Weber High.  is is an opportunity you will not want to miss.  e cost is $13.37 at the eld in exact change only. WARRIOR NEWS 216 WARRIOR NEWS INTRUDERNEWS SEPTEMBERApril 2016 2014 School offers new AP history class; Student Potterheads rejoice for magical year ______obtains

By R. U. Sleepie Staff Hypnotist spider ______

At Weber, there are many AP powers history classes offered. From AP ______European History, American His- tory to AP Government, students By Ima Qtee who take these classes will learn Staff Star how to write better essays, practice ______critical thinking and dive deep into the subjects. Some students say Sophomore Jonah Simmons taking the AP history classes was has been hiding his newfound su- the best decision they ever made. per powers for a good portion of Sophomores and juniors, prepare the school year. As his sophomore yourselves. The history department grade year is coming to an end, he is about to gain a new AP class with has decided to make it known: after new course material and an entirely being bit by a spider in the science different curriculum. Let’s just say Mrs. Butler reveals part of the new curriculum for AP Har- lab he has inherited superhuman it’s going to be...magical. ry Potter History. powers that resemble those of the Next year, AP Harry Potter His- Photo by Baylee Howe well-known superhero Spiderman. tory is going to be an actual class warts immediately to obtain some Harry Potter and now I can put Learning of his new abilities still, with a real textbook and an AP test materials and even meet Harry Pot- my critical thinking skills to the Simmons hopes to get a better un- that will transfer to college credit. ter himself. I was completely and test while learning in-depth infor- derstanding of them, so he can help Students will have the chance to utterly honored.” mation about some of my favorite others. learn more about the boy who lived While this is still a shock to But- characters!” She added, “I even The AP Biology student was in and his enemy, He-Who-Shall-Not- ler, she has had some preparation have a Hufflepuff lanyard that I can the science lab one day when he Be-Named. While this may come and help from witches and wiz- attach my ID card to and wear ev- noticed a strange looking spider as a shock to some of the students, ards to ensure Warriors will learn ery day!” across the room. Deciding that the shock was even greater when as much as possible while enrolled Weber High will be one of the it was too far away and too small Demonstrating his new super powers obtained from a biol- the administration told the lucky in the new class. The class will be first high schools in Utah to in- to cause any harm, he barely ac- ogy class is sophomore Jonah Simmons. Photo by Baylee Howe teacher who was to become the added to the course guide at the tegrate this new class into their knowledged it and went on with his next…professor, if you will. end of the month, and students will schedule. “We are very lucky and work. laced with a retrovirus which trans- flexible than steel to the point that a Abbie Butler, who teaches gov- be able to sign up starting May 1. fortunate as Warriors to learn about Afterwards when Simmons was ferred into his body when he was silk web, an inch thick in diameter, ernment, was asked to be the in- Class sizes are limited, so students the wizard world,” said Butler. cleaning up his project, the mys- bitten. He explained, “A retrovirus would be able stop a fighter jet on structor for this new class in a will need to register as soon as pos- “I’ve already started thinking of terious spider bit his ankle and is a group of RNA viruses that in- impact. Because of these awesome rather surprising fashion. She said, sible. fun activities to implement into the quickly darted away. He didn’t get sert a DNA copy of their genome properties, the silk Simmons pro- “It was a cold and dark morning Senior Dave Storey is disap- curriculum. We will take a field trip the best look at it but has theories into the host cell in order to repli- duces can actually hold his body when I first walked into school, pointed he didn’t get the chance to to the Forbidden Forest, learn about on why he achieved such abilities cate. It does this by carrying genetic weight. Yet, he adds he does this and I thought I spotted an owl by take the class. He said, “I took Hon- the symbolism behind Voldemort’s after the bite. information which is then inserted less often than not because it is a the main office. I thought to myself, ors Government earlier this year, horcruxes and even make our own “The spider was definitely one into the DNA of cells in which the lot to clean up. ‘Is that an owl?’ I stepped closer to and I loved it, but I wish I could’ve polyjuice potion in the chemistry I haven’t seen before,” Simmons ircell reads the new DNA to create Simmons has also noticed that a get a better look and that is when taken AP Harry Potter History. That lab. The class is going to be incred- said. “I could barely see it as it particular functions and proteins spider’s strength has come into play the owl hurried and dropped a let- would have been epic!” Storey has ible!” rushed away from me, but I could for that cell.” This certain spider with new things he can do. “Spiders ter in my hand! It was a letter from been to the World of Harry Potter For anyone who may not like recognize some characteristics had somehow inherited the specific can lift up to 50 times their body Hogwarts; it even had the seal of in Florida and considers himself a Harry Potter or perhaps doesn’t about it. It was larger than the size virus that somehow reached nearly weight, but their muscle strength is approval!” scholar in the Harry Potter series know the story of the boy who of a quarter and was a blackish every cell in his body making the directly related to their size,” said “The letter was from Professor written by J.K. Rowling. lived, the familiar history classes color along with another that I was cells acquire new and spider-like Simmons. Since Simmons is hu- McGonagall who was asking me Abby Leake, junior, is thrilled will still be offered and taught next unable to see before it hid again.” behaviors. man sized, the retrovirus encoded to take on the challenge of teaching she has the chance to read and learn year. However, who wouldn’t want Simmons recorded the bite start- “It has been interesting learning for the creation of more actin and muggles the story of Harry Potter,” about Harry Potter while earn- to learn more about Harry Potter ed to sting and hurt after an hour, of some reasons why I could have myosin proteins which effect the added Butler. “She said if I was ing college credit. She said, “This and earn college credit at the same and he went home to care for it. He developed such powers,” Simmons contraction abilities of muscle and, interested, I was to come to Hog- is like a dream come true. I love time? adds it started to turn a darker red said. “I was intrigued to know that therefore, made him stronger. color after a while but went away under the certain circumstances The real life Spiderman has after a couple of days. He also not- many superpowers were possible, found much joy out of this mishap ed the spider looked as if it were such as mine.” spider bite. What he thought at first dying when it ran away from him. Simmons has started to expand as a nuisance has turned into his Though it was walking fast, it had on his newfound skills, so he can greatest strength. He adds he has a characteristic of pain in its crawl use them in everyday life. One of broken many things while he har- as if it had been harmed. Simmons his superhuman powers includes nesses his new power, and he has ______thought it was radioactive due to the ability to climb walls, though, had to clean up lots of web, but he HORRORSCOPESegant dinner, Eggs Benedict—and Leo… unless that Leo cares about something unnatural happening spiders’ ability to climb vertically still has fun doing it. By Ikan Doit are relatively easy to please when being the best, in which case, na- throughout the lab, and the spider comes from small hairs on their “I can’t wait until I can actu- Staff Superhero a person knows what each Tau- ture is a powerful teacher. died shortly after it bit him. He be- bodies. Simmons has found very ally use my powers for good,” Sim- ______rean likes. People see Taureans as Sagittarius (Nov. 23 – Dec. 21): lieved the spider was either acci- small hairs on his hands and feet mons said. “Right now it’s still in pompous; however, and it wouldn’t The optimism that Sagittarians dentally or intentionally exposed to which cause this effect. He has the starter phase, and I might never According to science, horror- be surprising if a cat-walking club project is incalculable, but general- a chemical that created a reaction, started wearing sweaters more of- be able to do many of the things scopes are the most accurate pro- invited one to be a member; after ly has intermittent effects. Because therefore, causing the bite to con- ten in order to cover the hairs. Spiderman can do. This has been files of human personalities on all, cats can relate to a Taurean’s of their positive outlook on life, struct his new abilities. He also has the ability to produce a great experience, and I hope for the planet. Take this astrological nose in the air. they profess, “Ignorance is bliss!” After some investigation, Sim- silk from his hands. Silk is actually everyone to see its benefits,” added advice with complete submission Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sep 22): The What they don’t know won’t hurt mons has concluded the spider was proportionately stronger and more Simmons. and no doubt as to their veritable common association of this sign them; that’s why they’ve never quality and supreme authority over with the virgin has been balked been hurt. They radiate the mind of your life: at by countless, ignorant people a child, which is foremost stupid. Water signs: the flowing, fluid, for many years. Fear not! Virgos The advice for this April is for Sag- wavering masters of creativity make excellent eunuchs and nuns, ittarians to be realistic about their and wit. so consider these career paths. Vir- ACT scores. Class fied Ads Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20): gos have shown great talent in the Air signs long to delight the Missing: A Dalmatian puppy, re- Wanted: Financial aid for col- Missing: snake from Biology Though the symbol of the fish reso- modeling industry in the last few senses through abstract expres- sponds to Spot lege. iWill do almost anything. department. If you see her, nates with all water signs, it espe- decades, particularly as “before” sion, interaction with others, and Contact seniors run. cially finds a friend in Pisces, who, models in before-and-after ads. learning to perceive the world in Seeking: Vitamin C. Contact: . more often than not, emulates the Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 20): a fresh and engaging way. sunlight deprived Warriors. Wanted: Tips for how to pass Wanted: Surgeon for a new health fish not only in its whippy char- Builders are what Capricorns are; Libra (Jan. 21 – Feb. 18): This the ACT Contact: a concerned clinic opening in the area. No ex- perience needed. Must supply own acter, but in its body odor as well. they construct not only physical sign is concerned with balance Wanted: Extra late pass for AP sophomore. tools. Keep doing you, Pisces, unless you and aesthetic eye-pleasers, but also and harmony; if tedious etiquette US History. Contact: A desper- want people to like you. lasting relationships. Many often and social convention keep people ate student. Looking for someone who Wanted: Someone to go back in Cancer (Jun. 22 – Jul. 22): remark that Capricorns stop short away from each other’s throat, a likes Pina Coladas and Known for being sensitive to new of completing the most amazing Libra observes them diligently. It’s time with me. This is not a joke. For sale: Cake. Contact: getting caught in the rain. ideas, the minds of this sign are projects, and that their skills are imaginable that all this resolve for Marie Antionette Must bring your own supplies. known for crying a lot and being nothing truly remarkable. Don’t peace must make Libras boil over You’ll get paid once we get back. I am sure most of you have seen the No guarantee that we will come compulsive liars. Other people tend be fooled; though, these critics are once in a while which is why it’s Found: A well-behaved to avoid them, but that’s only be- actually right. Capricorns’ attempts important to go on murderous ram- large green dragon that has been back. I’ve only done this once be- cause the world of Cancer is filled to be remembered are akin to a dog pages every so often, resolving Dalmatian puppy. Do not flying over the football field for the fore. with eccentricities known only to run over by a car that manages to conflicts with one swift thrust of contact. He’s mine now. past week. I am looking for some- heroin addicts. Don’t be discour- squeal for help: it’s hard to watch, the kitchen cutlery. one to: Report: Police called to a public aged at others’ misunderstanding, but surprising to see done. Gemini (May 21 – Jun. 21): Chil- For sale: Tardy Excuses: *Lure said dragon away from the park for a report about a “suspi- Cancer; you’re very special. Fire signs radiate zeal and en- dren of Gemini know a little some- -My alarm didn’t go off… school and into a more rural area. cious coin.” Investigating officer Scorpio (Oct. 24 – Nov. 22): This thusiasm, and their positivity thing about everything and are -There was traffic… *Force said dragon to land in said reported it was a quarter. sign is indicative of strict method- motivates others to be happy especially versatile when it comes -But I live in the valley… rural area. ology governed by a profitable, in- and fruitful workers. to new experiences. They are, how- -It was snowing… *Slay said dragon in whatever way Hiring: New 24 hour diner look- novative mind. Scorpios welcome Aries (Mar. 21 – Apr. 20): Ariens ever, reflective of the twin-nature you see it. ing for waiters and cooks. Open advice but are also keen discerners are bold. There exist no obstacles of the cosmos: a Gemini may be Neeeded: Copi Editor No pay, dragon slaying is its own from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. of what works best for their own between them and their goals. They intelligent on the outside, but a rag- reward. Please note that I am talk- style and imagination. This com- also burn with energy and impul- ing, rabid psychopath intent on eat- Seeking: A time machine, so we ing about the green dragon, not the 1995 Nissan Maxima, green, leather, auto start, sunroof, mitment to original ideas would siveness. As April runs its course, ing the faces of fools on the inside. can tell Oliver Cromwell his Com- red one. Do not attack or approach 4-door, good condition. Not for make for a good businessman, par- it’s advised they daily beat their Have no fear, though, these goody monwealth should’ve been called the red dragon. He and I have an arrangement. sale, I’m just excited about this. ticularly in the car-trading industry. heads against solid objects, as it two-shoes almost always die alone. the “Commonwealth” Contact: and had to tell everyone! Life’s not all bad; the earth is feels amazing when it stops. Aquarius (Jun. 21 – Feb. 18): Elissa Bailey or Emma Burt Searching for x. Contact more generous to those who Leo (Jul. 23 – Aug. 23): Leo Aquarians make their own rules. Tired of working for wages under wait, and is good for reap- means “lion.” Lions are natural- If they want to go to school naked Looking for better service and confused math students. $9.00? We offer flexible hours, and good experience. 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Now, no one can passengers of a cruise ship, “Hey! tact: anonymous stu- -Anonymous student (sopho- a week already, so there’d better things in life—a painting, an el- ask this of another person, even a Your ship… is dumb!” dent. more)