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Photo by Lifetouch The Girl’s Cross Country Team kicked off their first meet of the 2014 Season at Loriella Park. Read about the start of their season as well as all of the other fall sports on Page 7.

Photo by Yearbook Staff Photo by Yearbook Staff Photo by Yearbook Staff Photo by Yearbook Staff Students follow fire drill proce- Collin McKinnon gauges the size Jawan Graves hugs a friend after New senior class sponsor, Mr. dures during one of the county- of a balloon in order to replicate not seeing her for a whole summer Dockery, and Stephanie Myers, a required drills. a skull as NHS members make as Matthew Patten photo bombs. senior, are excited for a new Homecoming props. school year.

Photo by Yearbook Staff Although the football team has not entered the 2014 season as they wanted, they still stand together to cheer on their fellow teammates every Friday night. Check out the football team article on Page 8.

The Lightning Bolt 2 News Editorial Imagine that There are many our articles, and have created you are tired on a different experiences, designs, the masterpiece you are current- summer day, and daydreams, and reports of the 18 ly reading. With new staff mem- then you decide staffers are combined into a few bers Emma Haus, Joseph Jazvic, to get cold, soft, dozen pages that you are cur- Myah Hildalgo, Illyana Pacheco, vanilla ice cream rently reading. Ashley Ragonese, Haylie Deca- on a summer day. Think about it- it is Septem- tur, Megan Shaw, and Nata- Then you pur- ber of 2014. Pretty soon it will lie Wilson we are brining By Neil Schubel chase it and you be October, November, Decem- fresh ideas onto the newspa- Editor-in-Chief are unhappy ber, and then April. Before we per faster than ever before. with your order because you can say holiday, it will already We are not finished yet. In fact, enjoy more than soft serve ice be 2015. Students-we have been we just started. This is the first cream at a store that only sells here for more than a decade, issue of the year and it will three flavors. You enjoy mango some almost two. As our time only get better from here. Italian ice and vanilla custard passes, we must continually Harry Fisher, Zach Jewell, in your Gelati’s from Rita’s Ital- think, and question our ideas, Kaitlyn O’Gorman, Matthew ian Ice. You are also unhappy as well as create new ones. This Sanders, Jordan Pearson, Laura because you used the last five newspaper is running off of new Sullivan, and Rachel Thompson dollars in your pocket and you ideas. The whole newspaper is a coordinate their respective sec- only have 63 cents left. Now big idea that is printed on a few tions as Megan Church, Chris- As the past issues pile up, The imagine going home and writing sheets of white paper. Our ar- topher Heimink, and Kailtlyn Lightning Bolt staff continues an article about it. Now imagine ticles are reaching new heights Keisling lead the way. See you in to progress and deliver the best that article being in the Opin- that we have never reached be- October. student run newspaper in the ions section of this newspaper. fore; we are digging deeper into Fredericksburg area. contents editors The Lightning Bolt Staff On the covers Profiles, page 11-14 Megan Church and Nata- Neil Schubel Laura Sullivan Horoscopes, page 9 lie Wilson created the cover Editor-in-Chief Website Editor Find the difference, page 15 “Storming Into September”. As students and teachers storm Opinion Megan church Rachel Thompson into the new year, so do thun- Op-Edible, page 17 Co-Editor-in-Chief Website Editor derstorms. The back cover, tak- The Fault in our Stars, page 17 en by the Yearbook staff, depicts Trashy Tendencies, page 16 thunderstorm clouds present at Middle East Tensions, page 18 Chris Heimink Zack Jewell a Varsity field hockey game. I’m Too Cool, page 18 Layout Editor Administrative Assistant Battlefield, Carl’s vs. Ritas, The Journalism students at Chancellor High School publish News page 19 The Lightning Bolt, the only official newspaper on campus. The Kaitlyn Keisling purpose of the newspaper is to factually inform and entertain its Back to School, Back to Prices, The Grid, page 19 readers. As an established open forum for the student body, truth will be the staff’s major goal. It is the responsibility of each staffer page 4 Back Cover, page 20 Layout Editor to adhere to the journalism code of ethics as set by the Society of Professional Journalists, Sigma Delta Chi. The code states that Chancellor Riverbend Bowl, a journalist can not accept gifts, favors or privileges that could compromise their integrity. All material published will be the re- page 5 sult of brainstorm sessions by the staff. Subjects stimulating to the majority of the student body will be used. The editorial board, Humans of Chancellor, page 5 which is comprised of all newspaper staff members will deter- mine the priority of the stories and the overall design of publica- Harry Fisher tion. The advisor serves to give students a better understanding of the functions and ethics of a free press. The advisor does not Sports Opinions editor serve as a censure. Student editors will decide the material to be published. In accordance with community standards, profanity Varisty and JV Cheerleading, will not appear in the publication. Students are free to express an opinion on matters of public interests under the, “fair comment page 6 rule.” Under this rule, the student has the right to intelligently Kaitlyn O’GOrman criticize the school and its policies. Editorials reflect the opin- Varsity and JV football, page ion of The Lightning Bolt. Opinion stories reflect the opinion of News Editor the writer and do not represent the opinion of the faculty and Volleyball, page 8 administration of Chancellor High School. Controversial issues will be covered from both points of view. School news, as well Field Hockey, page 8 as local, national and international events will also be covered. New Baseball Diamond in Letters to the editor are welcomed. All letters must be signed and Jordan Pearson be between 200- 300 words long. They may be submitted to A113 or by e-mailing [email protected]. The Lightning Fredericksburg, page 8 Bolt retains the right to edit letters to comply with journalistic Features Editor standards. Anonymous letters will not be published. This is your school, help improve it through your opinions, praises, and con- Features structive criticisms. If voiced aloud and in large enough num- bers, we can bring about change. Our ultimate goal is to print the Ms. Shwar Profile, page 9 Matt Sanders truth and with your help we can reach this goal. Mrs. Kovalik Profile, page 9 Sports Editor Mrs. Fisher, page 9 News 3 The Lightning Bolt Back to School Coming and Going By Emma Haus and Ashley Ragonese sect Zoo, Cindy Robinson, states Staff Reporters that the reason for the closing Back To Prices As a new school year begins, is her retirement. She has been By Myah Hidalgo running the business for nine- Staff Reporter new faces, new teachers, even to have.” She understands the a new morning charge, Chan- teen years. Its location was on Courthouse Road of Spotsylva- According to the National Re- effect prices have on kids and cellor not only has changes but nia. She stated on Facebook that tail Federation, families are esti- parents and tries to help in any Fredericksburg is having chang- her business levels increased mated to spend more than 101.18 way she can. “I understand that es itself. Restaurants are coming heavily after announcing the dollars per student on school most students are the bridge for and going, the newest restau- closing on November 1st. Robin- supplies, which is a twelve per- parent/teacher interaction. And rant coming soon to Fredericks- son states there will be an event cent increase from last year. some families can’t afford sup- burg, The Cookout. held on October 31st Halloween. “Honestly I’m not surprised; plies in this economy.” The Cookout is a privately Carlos O’Kelly’s, the popular that’s low including the clothes When asked what Chancellor owned fast food restaurant. The Mexican restaurant has closed and supplies for the child,” could do to help her with school Cookout started in North Caro- nationwide in 17 of many loca- states Mrs. Amy Bernard tenth supplies she states, “Each de- lina in 1989. Today, it has over tions one of which being here in grade English teacher here at partment is issued a budget. For 130 locations in North Carolina, Fredericksburg. John Rolph, the Chancellor. “I’ve spent about the English department it usu- Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, businesses co-founder, states in two to three hundred for my ally goes to books; I would re- and Virgina. an interview for The Free Lance- children.” Bernard is a mother of ally like classroom management The Cookout has many variet- Star, that he will not speak of three, ages ranging from 18 to 12. tools, and my bins are torn up ies of cook out style food includ- the financial status of the busi- She understands the struggle of so I could really use some new ing juicy burgers, long hotdogs, ness, however that he believes back to school prices as both a ones.” chicken sandwiches, and there the closings will be beneficial to parent and teacher. Students should keep in mind known famous milkshakes. the future financial health of the Bernard usually gets her sup- that teachers purchase many This new Restaurant will be business. plies for school and her children supplies for students on their located along route 3 on Plank Savvy Chic is a shop in down- around August and tries to get own dime. So when the occa- Road on the east side of M&T town Fredericksburg that had the specific supplies that they sional request for bringing pens bank Branch problems with space. They spe- need. “I always ask my kids what and hand sanitizer comes up, As businesses come, others go cialize in repurposed, painted, they need- not what they want- give without reluctance. including Savvy Chic, of Down- and vintage furniture. Cameron but what they absolutely need town Fredericksburg, Carlos O ‘Kelly’s, in many locations, Parody, the co-owner states that and Bugs Begone: Insect Zoo in they may end up sharing a store Spotsylvania. space with The Blue Canary The owner of Bugs Begone: In- Painted Furniture in the future. The band takes a splash

Photo Source Savannah Roberts Chancellor High’s Lightning Regiment Marching Band took on the ice bucket challenge on August 22nd. The band, along with millions of others across the country, came together to raise awareness for the amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or better known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. The band director, Mr. Addair also challenged other Spotsylvania County schools as well as James Madison University to do the same. The Lightning Bolt 4 News The chancellor, Humans of riverbend Bowl CHancellor By Natalie Wilson The Lightning Bolt was inspired by the popu- Staff Reporter the sixth of its kind. after the Chick-fil-A staff made lar internet page “Humans of New York” to do An unfortunate new trend At the start of the week, the them for the busy restaurant. create our own “Humans of Chancellor”. has finally taken hold; this year Fall Varsity Cheerleaders from The annual “Battle of the Bands” What is the best day marks the second in a row that both schools decorated the res- competition, which Chancel- of your life? Riverbend has won both the taurant inside and out, covering lor has not lost yet, pits the two Chick-fil-A Bowl Spirit Week either side of the dining room schools’ marching bands against Mr. Rudolph competition and its football with burgundy and grey or blue each other in the neighboring “When I adopted my dog game. Although the Chargers and green. The festivities kicked bank’s parking lot. In addition, Devo on May 6. 2001. I asked took home victories through- off with a “Meet & Greet” day for this year’s five-day challenge my students if they knew if out the course of the week—a each school, which also serve as lineup offered a brand new com- they knew where to get dogs, senior, Brian Ashton, is the “Party Tray Days.” Student ath- petition—the Chick-fil-A Idol. and one of my students said letes populate the restaurant, Three judges, including Chick- first Chick-fil-A Idol Cham- she had a litter and only one pion, and the Lightning Regi- allowing peers and community fil-a staff and local celebrity, dog was left. So we met up ment Marching Band earned its members to meet them while Anthony Campbell, deliberated sixth straight win in the Battle supporting the schools and the over the candidates from each on a Sunday morning at the of the Bands—they did not take local franchise. school after they belted out their high school I was teaching home the $1000 check for their The receipts from every pur- selections outside for a small at in South Carolina. When athletic department, the grand chase made throughout the audience. Brian Ashton was I got there Devo was roll- prize given to the school with week could then be dropped in crowned the winner. Although ing around in the grass, and the most attendance at the res- either of two large plastic bins Chancellor won these challenge chasing after a tennis ball. taurants’ events throughout the in the restaurant, one for Chan- competitions, they did not earn She has been my best friend week. cellor and one for Riverbend. enough money through receipt for the past 14 years ever Whichever school collected the purchases to claim victory at the The annual Chick-fil-A Bowl since then. She has been allows Chancellor and River- most money through the re- end of the week. through my best and worst of bend High Schools to engage ceipts in its bin by game night The Chick-fil-A Bowl Spirit in a variety of competitions at earned the check. Week will continue to be an an- times.” Chick-fil-A Fredericksburg, the Throughout the rest of the ticipated event as community location on Plank Road, while week, there were many other participation grows each year; raising school spirit and support themed events and competi- however, in order for the Chan- for both schools’ football teams tions. During both schools’ cellor to reclaim its titles, Char- and cheerleading squads. The “Milkshake Madness” nights, ger spirit must shine through 2014 competition, which took cheerleaders toped shakes with during the entire week next place from August 22-29, marks whipped cream and cherries year.

Photo by Neil Schubel Mr. Rudolph stands with a picture of his dog that remains in his classroom, as well as his book, Devo’s Time: The Story of an Ordi- nary Man and His Extraordinary Dog. His book is currently avaible on Amazon, along with two other books he has authored. Photo courtesy of Chick-fil-A News 5 The Lightning Bolt Sports Previews Golf Cheerleading Varsity

By Megan Church elyn Stats and their captains, CO- Editor-In-Chief seniors Alexcis Callahan and Lashay White, the team is grow- What the Varsity cheer team ing stronger. They practice after lacks in size, they make up for in school from 2:45 to 5 on Mon- hard work. The squad is smaller days, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, now than it has been in previous and on Saturday mornings. years, but many members have Fridays are game days, and the been practicing since July even squad cheers for the varsity though official practices began football team. in August. In the summer, the The team is optimistic as team could be found practicing competition season approaches. from 9 am to noon Monday- They are preparing for their first Photo By Joshua Peele Eric Weiland, a junior on this year’s Golf team tees up at Lee’s Hill Golf Thursday. competition which will be in Course. The team is off to a strong start despite a small team consisting of Under the leadership of October. five individuals. coaches Alycia Garcia and Joc- By Myah Hidalgo and strengths," states Byram. Staff Reporter His advice for all golfers is to go "The team is a very close knit out and have fun, to stay calm group-we are always playing and relax. Wish them good luck around; we are like a family." Chargers! states Matt Byram a sophomore at Chancellor. Byram is one of "The team is a the four best players of the Boys Chancellor Golf Team that go very close knit and compete. Along with ju- niors, Adam Shelldrick, and Eric group-we are Weiland and freshmen, Andrew Piacesi, and Noah Bernard. always playing The Boys Golf Team has not won any games, but still is in around; we are great spirits. "The team is strug- Photo By Ashley Ragonese gling right now. We are in the like a family." The Varsity Cheerleading Team is led by coaches Alycia Garcia and process of building up and un- Joecelyn Stats and captains Alexcis Callahan and Lashay White. derstanding our weaknesses J.V. Cheer By Megan Church is typically their day off, if they Co-Editor-In-Chief feel they need to improve on something before a game. The Junior Varsity cheer The captain is 10th grader squad is made up of only eight Kaitlynn Deavers, who leads the members, a very small team. team with Coach Morgan and They practice after school on Coach Christina. A strength of Monday, Tuesday, and Thurs- the team is the volume of their day. Because J.V. does not attend cheers, which their coach has competitions, performing well said is greater than varsity’s. during football season is very They practice to improve on ex- important. They will sometimes pression and tightness. Photo By Joshua Peele practice on Wednesdays, which Eric Weiland watches his ball closely as it slowly approaches the hole for the Chancellor Golf Team.

The Lightning Bolt 6 Sports Football Cross-Country By Kaitlyn O’Gorman nationals at Montreat, as well as Varsity News Editor for NCAA division three cross By Christopher Heimink but the second half was played country and outdoor track na- Layout Editor well,” states Oliver on how the Chancellor’s cross country tionals at Bridgewater every Chargers played in the “Chick- team is off to a great start for year she ran there. She’s raced in “Collect the first snowball fil-a Bowl” game against River- the 2014 season. On August 30th states all across the country in- game (win), then it’s gonna be an bend High School. The Chargers they had their first meet at their cluding California, Wisconsin, avalanche of wins,” states head fought hard during the game home field at Loriella Park. Neil Texas, and Washington. During football coach Mr. Oliver on his and began to make a comeback Schubel came in with a strong her senior year at Bridgewater, belief on how the Chargers foot- in the second half, but due to 13th place with a time of 17:28.9, she achieved the All-American ball team will do in the 2014- some mistakes made sadly the and Trejon Edmonds came in at status at nationals, placing 26th 2015 season. Chargers lost in the end. “Scores 22nd place with a time of 18:06.6. in the country out of all division The football team has made don’t reflect our ethic,” states With 24 competing schools the a few changes for this school “Coaching high Oliver varsity boys placed an overall year. A big change made this Everyday after school the 9th place. For the varsity girls year is with the coaching staff. school and mold- Chargers head down to the prac- Madalyn Amos finished with This year a few more coaches tice field to work hard and pre- a time of 20:45.5 earning 2nd were added to the staff and the ing young athletes pare for their next game. While place, and Kara Kreiling placed team has benefitted from it in the start of this season has been 5th with a time of 21:11.5. With into the beauty their practices. With a new and hard, there is a firm belief that it only 17 schools competing for improved practice regiment the all can be turned around by giv- the girl’s varsity, they earned an of the sport has team is constantly in motion at ing better performances in game overall 5th place. practice just as they would be in been an amazing to earn multiple victories this On top of a strong team this a game. year. year, there is also a new coach. “First half was disappointing, Coach Keirah Mills is a Freder- experience.” icksburg local and has been run- three athletes. ning for eight years now. “I LOVE to run and I love “I ran cross country at Fred- to share my passion with oth- ericksburg Christian High ers. Coaching high school and School, then I ran for Montreat molding young athletes into the College (NC) my freshman year beauty of the sport has been an of college then transferred to amazing experience,” expresses Bridgewater College (VA) where coach Mills. I completed my collegiate run- Come meet coach Mills and ning career,” states Mills on her help cheer on Chancellor’s cross extensive running career. country on October 8th against Mills also qualified for NAIA King George, at Loriella Park. cross country and outdoor track Photo By: By:Ashley Ragonese The Varsity Football Team prepares to g0 back to the field after the halftime break.

J.V. Football By Megan Shaw one puts in effort, the football Staff Reporter team would definitely be more together and more motivated.” In hopes to have a better Motivation and drive is impor- season than last year, the JV tant to these boys, and it’s what football team is looking posi- will truly push them to win tive. Starting out with a 1-1 re- these games. With the coaches’ cord, they know that they will positivity and encouragement, bring home more wins from last they are sure to have a better re- season. cord from last year, and as one “Go to work,” says Michael they can accomplish anything. Bush, restating the team motto.

Troy Goodrick states, “If every- Photo by Lifetouch The Boys Cross Country team comes together before their first meet of the year at Loriella Park. Sports 7 The Lightning Bolt Volleyball Diamond Nation Moves By Kaitlyn Keisling where they want to be. Layout editor “I believe the team has ex- The Chancellor girls vol- tremely valuable players for To Fredericksburg leyball team is doing well this each position we have,”states 2014 season starting off with a Pates. ”We are working extreme- By:Ashley Ragonese 20 million dollars according to 1-2 record. In hopes of improv- ly hard and are hoping to get a Staff Reporter Cust. Keith Dilgard, President of ing from last season, the girls win against Courtland.” Diamond Nation, states that the “We are planning to be in hope to work together and stay The Lady Chargers play Thurs- “worst-case-scenario” fee for Fredericksburg next week to positive, especially against con- day, September 18 against building would be 18 million. He meet with city council and we ference rival Courtland High Courtland at home. Come out expected it to be millions less will be happy to answer ques- School. and cheer them on in the big before additional construction tions from our future neighbors Senior captain Riley Pates game! believes the team can get to and citizens of Fredericksburg. “The Suns are We trust you will find this pro- posed resolution in the best estimated to have interest of the city” wrote Jack been fully relocat- Field Hockey Cust in a letter to Beverly Cam- eron, City Manager. ed to Fredericks- Diamond Nation (a group By Kaitlyn Keisling “I know we can do it-we are burg by the start Layout editor that sponsors clinics, amateur working hard to get to where camps,etc.) is partnering with The field hockey team is look- of the 2015 Minor we want to be,” states Williams. the Hagerstown Suns, a class A ing to keep their winning streak Come support the girls against affiliate team,(who will be relo- going after winning their last League season.” Eastern View October 1 at home! cated to Fredericksburg) to build three games, two of them end- the privately financed stadium. ing with the slaughter rule. With fees due to the hilly topography “This is a new The stadium is being built an overall record of 4-3, the girls of the land. near the Celebrate Virginia Live are looking hopeful for the team this year-we The Suns are estimated to South area in which former future. have been fully relocated to lost 12 seniors last Governor L. Douglas Wilder was “This is a new team this year- Fredericksburg by the start of going to purchase to construct a we lost 12 seniors last year. New the 2015 Minor League season. year. New team U.S National Slavery Museum team means new us-and we are Some believe it won’t be settled which has been in the making just getting used to that and means new us-and until 2016. since 2001. back into our game,” states cap- According to a poll taken by According to Bill Freehling of tain Alyssa Williams. we are just get- The Free Lance-Star, 558 people The Free Lance-Star, Celebrate The girls who play biggest ri- feel that the stadium will be ting used to that Virginia Live developer, The Sil- val James Monroe October 6 at beneficial to the economy of ver Cos., has separately agreed Maury Stadium, are hoping to and back into our the city,269 feel it will be too to give the U.S National Slavery freshen up their skills and are dependent on money from the Museum organization 2.5 acres working harder. game.” city, and lastly 72 would like to of land in the development, if wait before picking a side to see and when they get an approved where negotiations lead the ad- site plan for a more “scaled- dition of the stadium to down” museum from the city. Fredericksburg. Regarding stadium costs, rev- enue projections range from 12-

Photo by Lifetouch Junior Vanessa Rivera fights for the ball against Courtland High School. The field hockey team is hoping to succeed this year after losing much of the Varsity team. The Lightning Bolt 8 Sports New Teachers Horoscopes By Laura Sullivan Website Editor fisher takes english, special ed by storm Capricorn (December 22- Janu- By Josef Jazvic ary 19th) don’t take everything Staff Reporter “Explore. Explore everything! literally, your family and friends Life and exploration are syn- tend to joke around with you. onyms. Don't blink, or you'll miss it. Get out there and ex- Aquarius (January 20th- Febru- plore,.Live.” ary 18th) this will be a very lucky Those are the words of ad- month for you, you may find vice she has for students here at money, or find new friendships. Chancellor. She is a new English and Special Education teacher Pisces (February 19th- March here on the job. She may not 20th) this is your month of clar- have wanted to be a teacher her ity, things that once confused whole life, but it is something you will now make sense. that comes naturally to her, and she truly loves it. Get ready to Aries (March 21st- April 19th) learn! She is fresh out of New this month you will eat many York, and ready for business. great foods, many of which your mom will make for you. Her name is Kaitlin Fisher. Photo by Josef Jazvic Early in her childhood Fisher Ms. Fisher, the new English and Special Ed teacher, is pictured standing wanted to become a Meteorolo- with her students. Fisher originally wanted to be a Meteorologist, but is Taurus (April 20th- May 20th) gist, because it was a way for her very passionate about her teaching career. this month you will make a big purchase, be prepared to save. to be on television. She loved decide to become a teacher. being in the spotlight, which is As an English teacher Fisher “Explore. Explore why Theatre was one of her fa- Gemini (May 21st- June 20th) of course has many opinions everything! Life this is your month to travel and vorite classes in school. Her oth- and favorites regarding litera- er favorite subject was English. explore new places, go outside ture. Her favorite author is Tho- and exploration more. When she was in ninth grade reau, because she finds his sim- she realized that she wanted to are synonyms. plistic ideals to be beautiful. She Cancer (June 21st- July 22nd) become a writer. Growing up also uses his ideals as guidance she had people in her life tell her Don't blink, or Have a night out with friends, for the way she teaches and lives just be careful. that she would become a teach- her life. However, her favorite you'll miss it. Get er, but she didn’t pay them too book is Ender’s Game by Orson Leo (July 23rd- August 22nd) much mind. Still no matter how Scott Card. Fisher says, “It's a out there and much of an effort she made to Try something new this month, book that I have found resonate explore. Live.” like a new food or language. start a career doing something with many people, despite the other than teaching, she found challenge. Teaching may not fact that it is science fiction, its always be simple or straight- Virgo (August 23rd- Septem- out that she had a talent and story and characters are well- passion for it, which lead her to forward, but it does have its ber 21st) this isn’t your month. developed and Card works to rewards. When asked what the Things didn’t go as planned. “It is a collection examine the child psyche in a most memorable moment that of memories that way that few authors can. It has she has experienced as a teacher Libra (September 22nd- Octo- adventure, mystery, suspense; was she stated, “It is a collection ber 23rd) this month you will make up what is so everything you could hope for of memories that make up what find out something you’ve al- in a good book.” Fisher hopes to is so wonderful about being a ways wanted to know. wonderful about read a version of Ender’s Game teacher- the "aha!" moment, with her tenth grade students that instant of clarity; when a Scorpio (October 24th- Novem- being a teacher- this year. student is learning for the sake ber 21st) this is the month you the "aha!" mo- The challenge that Fisher fac- of learning. It doesn't happen all will fall in love. es as being a teacher is trying to the time… But there is nothing ment, that instant live up to all of the expectations so lovely as to see a student en- Sagittarius (November 22nd- that come with being a teacher, joying themselves in the learn- December 21st) this is your of clarity; when a and not allowing them to com- ing process, finally "getting it" month of adventures you will do student is learn- pletely consume her life. Using and challenging themselves to something new and exciting. her time management skills and do better, become better. Those ing for the sake of finding ways to effectively use are the moments that are mem- her time at school are the steps orable.” that she takes to overcome this Sports 9 The Lightning Bolt new teachers continued health, p.e. has new fit New german transfer Maid-of-Honor in her sister’s By Jordan Pearson wedding. She also is a manager Features Editor at a pool in Orange County. In “I just knew that I wanted to her free time she enjoys hang- teach German,” states Barbara. ing out with friends and going Kovalik, the new German teach- on trips. Schwar has traveled all er transfer. Kovalik moved here over the United States. One of to Fredericksburg to live with her trips this summer was go- her husband in 2003. “It was ing to the island, Tapas beach easier for me to live here than in North Carolina. If she could for him to move to Austria.” travel anywhere in the world Kovalik did not always want Photo by Kaitlyn O’Gorman to be a teacher. She majored in Photo by Jordan Pearson Ms. Schwar, the new Health/ P.E. she would go to Australia or Mrs. Kovalik, new German teach- social anthropology and art his- teacher graducated from England. er has taught in all of the middle Radford University. The thing she most enjoys tory. “I wasn’t 100 percent sure schools in Spotsylvania County, as what I would be doing ‘once By Rachel Thompson about being at Chancellor is well as Courtland High School. Website Editor meeting all the teachers and get- I grew up’.” Her leaving Aus- ting to know her students. tria made her realize that she Traveling to her is important “I always wanted to do some- Her favorite sport is volley- wanted to teach students how whilst being a teacher of a for- thing with teaching and any- ball, which she played for her to teach her native language, eign language. Her favorite color thing athletic, so I just put the high school. and she has been teaching ever is yellow, and she loves sweets. two together!” explains Ms. An ironic fact about her is since. She has taught in all of “I tend to see the positive in Schwar, the new Health/P.E. that she loves to eat a lot of the middle schools in Spotsyl- everything and everyone,” states teacher here at Chancellor High. junk food. Her favorite soda vania County, along with Court- Kovalik. Seeing everything so Before coming to Chancellor, is Mountain Dew and she also land High School and, now, positively has left a mark on her Schwar was a substitute teach- loves any crackers or chips! Chancellor High School. Kova- students, who check in every er in her hometown, Orange. Schwar can be found in room lik had some amazing teachers, once in a while. “What I remem- Schwar graduated from Radford A123 or in the gym. but some of her colleagues today ber and cherish most is seeing University and earned her bach- Schwar’s encouragement to also inspire her. or hearing from former students elor’s degree in “exercise, sports Chancellor Students is, “Never Some of Kovalik’s hobbies and how my class made an im- and health education”. give up, and always keep trying.” include exploring nature, pho- pact on them in one way or an- This summer Schwar was the tography, reading and traveling. other.” Lightning Bolt Staff

Photo courtesy of Mrs. Gattie Introducing the 2014-15 Lightning Bolt staff; Illyana Pacheco, Harry Fisher, Laura Sullivan, Rachel Thompson, Jordan Pearson, Neil Schubel, Mat- thew Sanders, Christopher Heimink, Zack Jewell, Natalie Wilson, Ashley Ragonese, Megan Church, Joseph Jazvic, Emma Haus, Myah Hidalgo, Megan Shaw, Kaitlyn Keisling. The Lightning Bolt 10 Features Senior Editor Profiles Neil Schubel Megan church Editor-in-Chief Co-Editor-in-Chief I have always had chief in practice), I have been to places Hey, I’m Megan Church and an unforgettable experience and my blood. I was once saunter- none other have dared to go to I am-finally- a senior. During an important part of my time at ing through the vast grasslands (Like the woods behind Popeye’s my last year with The Lightning Chancellor High School. searching on a sunny afternoon for a tire swing and swamp), and Bolt I will be the Co-Editor-in- As far as plans for the future, desperately for prey when I was most of all, I have adventured Chief, a position which I am ex- I’m still working on it. From a wee lad. I pondered upon an (To places like 145th street in cited to fill. Newspaper has been college visits to scholarship ap- easy target and capitalized as Ocean City to chase people on an important part of high school plications, AP tests to SATs, the I feverously sprinted towards bikes). I have also been through for me since I sat down in B8 past year has revolved around the weakling. Natural selection many long sentences in my days Journalism 1 on my first day of college preparation for me. My had to run its course, and I was of high school and I just demon- freshman year. It should have interests include tennis, read- not going to be the hungry lion strated that so you could experi- been my second day of high ing, writing, art, baking (more at the end of the day. Suddenly ence a long sentence first hand. school, but an earthquake post- particularly the eating part), Brother Chief called me and told Now you may be asking your- poned my first A-day. A113 has camping, hiking, babysitting, me, “It is time to feast”. When self why I am still reading this been on my schedule all these and basically anything where Brother Chief says it is time to staff biography? If you are, years and I will be sad to leave loud music is involved. feast, it is well understood that great. I know you are having this year. I’ve been on the varsity ten- it is time to feast. a blast, but believe me when This year’s staff is a commu- nis team for two years and plan Then I realized that I was I tell you this: the fun has not nity of talented writers, ambi- to play again. I’m the current playing tag with my friends in even started yet. The fun will tious students, and all around Reporter/Historian and former the backyard and being entire- lie within these next few issues. fantastic people. I’m looking Vice President of the National ly too serious about the game Then fun lies within the designs forward to finishing off my time Art Honors Society, and Vice acting like a hungry lion. And I have created, along with the at The Lightning Bolt with this Presidents of Latin Honors So- my brother was calling me in help from my best friends to do group of people. That’s what ciety. I’ve been in Latin Club all for dinner and he weirdly said the impossible. Growing up, I’ll Newspaper is to me. Each year of high school. “feast” instead of something survive with no doubt, bring it I’ve been with the staff has been If you see me around say hey! normal like “Time to eat” or on. Breaking down what is my “Time for dinner”. Neverthe- way. In this house, oh yeah I am less, it is true, I come from a finding my place in the world oh Kaitlyn keisling rather short line of chiefs as I oh woah oh oh ooh oh oh ah! Layout Editor am the current editor-in-chief As I migrate away from the Hi! My name is Kaitlyn Keis- editor my sophomore and junior and “Brother Chief” (also known Ned’s Declassified School -Sur ling, most people know me by year. I am hoping to be attend- as John) was the editor-in-chief vival Guide theme song I can KK. I am on the varsity field ing Sheandoah University next when he was a senior in high tell you that we are not neces- hockey and soccer team, and fall to study elementary educa- school in 2011. sarily trying to accomplish “oh spend most of my extra time tion. I am very thankful for the But yes, senior in high school. oh woah oh oh ooh oh oh ah” at practices and games. This is times and friends I’ve made I have been through it all. I have but we are trying to construct a my senior year, and I am a lay- while being on TLB and will been through the thick and the fun, readable newspaper which out editor for The Lightning Bolt! miss them next year! Thank you thin (I have run on Lee’s Drive you, the readers, can sit down I have been on TLB for three Mrs. Gattie for all you do for us! trails and Loriella trails), I have and enjoy. So I do hope you en- years now, starting off as sports I will miss this class. traversed through the wilder- joy it. I have put many hours ness (I work at a place called into completely recreating the Wilderness and I took a golf newspaper along with my other cart around there one day), I classmates and we are passion- CHRISTOPHER HEIMINK have dodged bullets (Like the ate about delivering you the best Layout Editor soap getting tossed at me before looking product we are able to Hello again readers of The here at Chancellor as I hope all “Growing up, I’ll survive construct. Lightning Bolt. This year is the of you are as well! Random things about me be- with no doubt, bring it last year that I, Christopher If you see me while walking cause this is what this are sup- Heimink, will be writing for in the hall, feel free to just come on. Breaking down what posed to be anyway: I love being this great newspaper, one that up to me and say “hey”. Also if is my way. In this house, outside, I love running and bik- I love to be a part of. This year you have anything you want to ing, I love Virginia and sort of I am one of the Layout Editors see in the newspaper, feel free to oh yeah I am finding my like my friends kind of. place in the world oh oh for The Lightning Bolt staff. I am let me know, and I will see what If you think I am cool, you extremely excited to be a senior I can do about getting it into the woah oh oh ooh oh ah!” can follow me on Instagram @ this year. Class of 2015! I am newspaper. neilss24. ready to have another great year Features 11 The Lightning Bolt Editor Profiles Harry fisher Zack jewell Opinions Editor Administrative Assistant Hi, I’m Harry Fisher, and I’m movies. I also love videogames, Welcome back Chargers! Hope Also, the day before that I was the editor of the Opinion and especially Bioshock, Castlevania, the summer was great for every- able to meet the band Saliva. Editorial section of the Chan- Metroid, and Megaman. I’m from one; I know mine was. This is This year, is going to be great, cellor High School Newspaper. Philadelphia, the greatest city of my second year on The Lightning I’m in my final year of Latin, I love to read and write, so as all time. People tell me that I’m Bolt Newspaper staff, and this and sadly, my final year on the you can imagine, being on the pretty funny and creative, so I year I am a senior! Sadly I was newspaper staff. I’m also taking newspaper staff is awesome for hope to make some pretty funny unable to participate in Cross two advanced placement class- me. I am also a huge science fic- and creative articles this year. Country this year, but I will be es for the challenge. Since this tion fan, and that often reflects I hope you enjoy everything I participating in track. is my last year in high school, I on my articles. I love movies, es- write. Summer was great, I went to am filling out college applica- pecially super hero and monster multiple concerts, and met some tions and I’m looking to pursue of my favorite bands. One of the a career in art, specifically body concerts I went to is called May- modification art, or architec- Kaitlyn O’Gorman hem Festival, where I was able tural and journalism. That’s all News Editor to see bands like; Miss May I, for me guys, make it a great year Avenged SevenFold, and KoRn. Chargers! Hey! My name is Kaitlyn hockey team, and this will be my O’Gorman, but thanks to my third year on the Charger Hock- very original name I usually go ey team. I am the oldest and by O’Gorman. I am a junior and only girl in my family with three Rachel Thompson this will be my second year on little brothers. I love watching Website Editor The Lightning Bolt staff, but my old school black and white mov- Hi my name is Rachel Thomp- per while online. This summer first year as an editor. When I’m ies, and collecting quotes in my son and I’m a junior here at my sister and I were nannies to not in school you can usually free time. My biggest role model Chancellor High. I have been three kids. I also went on a 22 find me on the field hockey field, is my mom of course. Without on The Lightning Bolt Newspaper hour road trip to South Dakota eating, or sleeping. I’m Varsity any sisters she’s my #1. staff for two years now and I love to see my grandparents. While I goalie number 19 on the field it! I, along with another staffer was there we went fishing and are developing Newspaper web- swam in Campbell Lake. In my site. My hopes for this website free time I enjoy playing soccer, Jordan Pearson are for it to reach out to Chan- taking photos and hanging out Features Editor cellor Students. Also for them with family and friends. Hi! I am Jordan, a junior here around the school. One of my to be able to view the newspa- at Chancellor, and the Features main hobbies is to write. I love editor on The Lightning Bolt writing fiction especially be- Laura Sullivan Newspaper. This is my second cause I am also an avid reader. year writing for the paper and Soccer is a huge part of my life. I Website Editor I love it! Features is person- play Parks and Rec, with my dad Hello! I’m Laura! This is my surrounding city. I also went to ally my favorite section. This is as my coach. My favorite food is second year writing for The the Navy Pier in the city of Chi- where the “fun” articles go, like buffalo wings and my favorite Lightning Bolt and I couldn’t cago. While I was there I took Horoscopes and coverage on color is purple. be more excited! Over the sum- lots of pictures and ate at burger fun things that are happening mer I visited the great city of place called Billy Goat Tavern. Chicago, and while I was there In my free time I enjoy, hanging I saw the Chicago Cloud. Most out with my family and friends, Matthew sanders people know it by the name of painting my nails and checking Sports Editor the “Chicago Bean”. It is liter- social media. This year Rachel What up in the school Char- playing soccer and hanging out ally this huge bean that is cov- and I will be running our school gers? This is Matt Sanders from with my friends. You can expect ered in a mirror material and newspaper website! I hope you The Lightning Bolt staff and the the best sports updates, and a reflects the tall building in the enjoy reading! (: new sports editor for this year’s quality sports section from me. paper. I’ve been on the newspa- This year’s sports section will be ATTEntion! attention! per for two years, and this year better than ever, I guarantee it. will be my junior year. I enjoy Have a great year Chargers! yearbooks on sale for $80 www.yearbookforever.com The Lightning Bolt 12 Features Staff Reporter Profiles Natalie wilson Josef Jazvic Staff Reporter Staff Reporter I’m Natalie Wilson, and al- After touring a total of fifteen Hi my name is Josef Jazvic . too. You could definitely call me though I am a senior, this will be schools, I am proud to say that I’m a sophomore and this is my a food person. I am addicted to my first year as a member of The next year, I will be attending… first year on The Lightning Bolt watching many TV series, in- Lightning Bolt staff. I’ve been in- college! If you are like me and Newspaper staff. I play on the cluding Criminal Minds, Ameri- volved with the CGS newspaper, are having difficulties deciding Chancellor Boys Soccer team, can Horror Story, and Suits. My which I co-founded as a fresh- where to apply, please remem- and I take German and Art as all-time favorite is probably man, for three years, but I’m su- ber that there are not Taco Bell my electives. I am also a part of Game of thrones though. I am per excited to finally be a part of locations everywhere. In fact, the Math Honor Society. Soccer also enjoying the books that the one of its greatest inspirations, Northeastern University hosts is an important part of my life. I series is based off of. I would Chancellor’s student publica- the only one in all of Boston. also play travel soccer outside of love to be someone who creates tion! This should be second only to school. If I’m not playing soccer TV shows. That and becoming If you’ve already met me, you dorms in factors to consider. then I am most likely watching a professional soccer player are know that I am a high-achiev- (Please don’t tell my managers it. I am a Chelsea F.C. support- two of my dream jobs. One of my ing student; I am recognized at at Chick-fil-A about this.) er, and I believe they’ll win the hobbies includes longboarding. Cheeburger Cheeburger for eat- Whether this is your first year league this year. Besides play- I love gaining speed riding down ing a one pound burger, have as a Charger or your last, I invite ing soccer I am almost always a hill feeling the wind blowing. I over three-hundred posts on you to join me in making it the listening to music. Some of my find it very fun and relaxing but Instagram (follow me @nata- best one yet. Read The Lightning favorite artists include Phoenix, exciting at the same time. I don’t liehope97), can determine the Bolt, go all out for spirit weeks, the Smashing Pumpkins, Pas- always have the free time to do brand of brownie mix used in a befriend a lunch server, and sion Pit, and Bloc Party. I love it, but I’ll always try. There’s not fresh batch by taste alone, and find a club that’s right for you. to watch live music too; my goal much more to say about me so will spout trivia whenever nine- And seriously—find me in the is to go to both Coachella and I’ll leave you with one of my fa- ties musicians are on the radio. halls one day, because when Lollapalooza in one year with vorite quotes. “Do not spoil what If you aren’t sure yet who I am, I’m a college professor/admis- many other music festivals in you have by desiring what you look for a girl with short brown sions counselor/food critic/ra- between. have not; remember that what hair and a Diet Dr. Pepper can or dio personality, you’ll be glad to My favorite food is pizza. Some you now have was once among Chick-fil-A cup in hand. have a connection. may say I eat it a little too often, the things you only hoped for.” but it is quite a divine food item. -Epicurus. I also enjoy Asian cuisine at Megan shaw times. Mexican food is delicious Staff Reporter Hi my name is Megan Shaw, get my bachelor’s and master’s and this is my first year on the degrees in Communications. I Haylie decatur newspaper staff this year and was the Varsity football man- Staff Reporter I’m a staff writer. I was on the ager my sophomore year and Hidey Ho reader! My name is that just loves to live. I love try- yearbook staff two years ago, so I’m a part of Math Honor Soci- Haylie Decatur, and I’m a senior ing new things which has led me I already have experience with ety and Spanish Honor Society. here at the jazzy CHHS. I often to be involved and acquainted a publication in this school. I I’m also currently the president like to compare myself to a side with many things, such as news- am a senior this year and can’t of Mrs.Dockery’s book club and table, because you never know paper, as this is my first year and wait to graduate and go to ei- I’m looking forward to a great what’s going to be inside that last year on the staff. I hope to ther JMU or Virginia Tech and senior year. side table. With me, you never one day major in environmen- know what you’re going to get. tal engineering or recreational Sometimes a side table has what therapy, join the Peace Corps, illyana pacheco you need, while other times it and send a piece of lettuce into Staff Reporter just doesn’t, but at the end of the orbit. If you ever have any ques- day that side table is going to be tions about blue blubber, come Hi my name is Illyana Pa- shire when I was 9 years old. there for you. I like to consider talk to me! Also follow me on in- checo. I am 16 years old and I am Now I’m back again. While I’ve myself a pretty lively person stagram at @Haylzziebud from Nashua, New Hampshire. I been here I’ve caught up with moved to Virginia my freshmen a few old friends who remem- Pacheco cont’d year of High school. So far, I’ve ber me from Elementary school. with my puppy Letty. My father am a very quiet person, but can met tons of nice people. When Besides all that, I am half white passed away when I was 11 years also be loud. At first I may seem I was 6 years old that’s when I half Puertorican. Sadly, I am old. So that has been tough over shy, but I’m really not. Well with had first moved to Virginia, then the only child. Its just My mom the years. Other than that my fa- all of said, that’s everything that I moved back to New Hamp- and I who live together, along vorite colors are blue and red. I pretty much describes me. Features 13 The Lightning Bolt Staff Reporter profiles continued Myah hidalgo emma haus Staff Reporter Staff Reporter Hi guys I’m Myah Hidalgo my hobbies include sarcasm Hey! My name is Emma Haus. Seconds of Summer” and “One and this is my first year on the and dancing horribly around my I am a sophomore and this is Direction”  I do enjoy read- newspaper staff. I’m a sopho- room along with the casual ob- my first year on the Newspaper ing whenever I have the time. more and am on the field hock- session with Netflix and -Vam staff. My favorite color is pink My favorite book series is The ey team, and tennis. My favorite pire Diaries. My celebrity crush and my favorite food is chicken Percy Jackson series. If I could class is journalism and English. forever and always is Jesse Mc- wings. I enjoy playing on my live anywhere in the world I I passionately believe that The Cartney. When I become wildly laptop and sleeping as well as would live in ether California or Princess Bride and the Harry rich and famous I will be trav- hanging out with my friends. Florida. Some of my favorite TV Potter series are the best books eling around the world writing My favorite subject in school is shows are “Say Yes to The Dress”, ever. I am a certified coffee ad- fantastic stories with my entou- biology. I am on the Chancellor NCIS, and NCIS L.A. When I dict and spend most of my time rage including Ed Sherran, Dan High School field hockey team grow up I want to become ether yelling at my phone for not smith, Jennifer Lawrence, and and in the spring I run track and a journalist or a meteorologist. working. I am the only girl in a the fabulous Emma stone. field. I like to listen to music all crazy family of three boys, and the time. My favorite bands is “5 ashley ragonese The staff of The Lightning Bolt Staff Reporter Hi I’m Ashley and this is my and Pretty in Pink. My favorite thanks all of its patrons!This pa- first year on newspaper. i like subject is either English or jour- to hang out with friends and nalism because of my love for per would not be printed without read in my spare time. I enjoy reading and writing. My favorite historical fiction books like The bands are The Smashing Pump- Rock and the River,and I also kins, The Red Hot Chili Pep- your generous support. Thank you enjoy realistic fiction. I aspire pers, and Green Day. I am really to be a journalist,and to work excited for The Lightning Bolt to the Ashley Regonese family! for a newspaper. I love to watch newspaper this year and I hope movies on Netflix like Clueless everyone has a great year!

The Lightning Bolt 14 Features Find the differences By Natalie Wilson

Can you find all 8 differences?

Features 15 The Lightning Bolt CGI vs Costumes and Clay Trashy Tendencies By Natalie Wilson Staff Reporter around them, wildlife, and the Models- Which is Better? Imagine walking with a friend environment. By Harry Fisher down a nature trail that runs Additionally, when dropping Opinion Editor even though it’s still not a real along a creek on a sunny fall their trash, many teens forget There’s no denying that in dinosaur on the screen, and day. The temperature is just who will be forced to pick it up the last two decades, computer even though it’s not nearly as right, and math homework is later. If the ground is already generated imagery, or CGI, has realistic-looking as CGI, what temporarily forgotten at home. covered in debris, studies show become a key element in film I’m seeing is an actual, real ob- It sounds serene, a temporary that teenagers will be much making. CGI has allowed film ject, and I always find that more escape. more comfortable with litter- makers to create illusions and pleasant and interesting to look Only one thing takes away ing themselves. In order to pre- put characters in situations at than CGI. from the scene: litter. Manufac- vent a larger problem, rest stops, that the cinematic technologies Special effects that are con- tured garbage lies all along the drive-thru restaurants, and of the twentieth century would sidered outdated still have some trail and detracts from its beau- even homeowners must spend never have allowed. Instead of magic to them. A perfect exam- ty. The magic of the water cas- extra time and money cleaning highly detailed clay models and ple is the Godzilla films. In the cading over the rocks is broken their property, but who should bulky costumes that took hours 2014 Godzilla movie, Godzilla by discarded cans and bottles, be responsible for cleaning nat- to create (as well as immense is obviously CGI. In most of fast food wrappers, and Styro- ural woods and trails? physical strength to perform in), his other films, however, it’s no foam cups. Littering creates many prob- movies are now created with il- mystery that he’s an actor in a Some readers may have never lems, but its solution is simple. lusions of huge spaceships and rubber suit. Although Godzilla considered tossing their trash If you are hiking or walking on terrifying monsters, all created isn’t actually there in either on the ground instead of into a a trail and bring granola bars using computers. Even actors case, the rubber suit somehow sanitary receptacle; however, in your backpack to eat along in films are sometimes replaced feels more realistic, because a poll conducted of Texas resi- the way, then you can carry the with computer-generated coun- there is actually something dents over the age of sixteen wrappers with you in your bag ter parts. there on the screen. Look past revealed that those between the on the way home. If you cannot However, even if CGI looks how cheesy and unrealistic it ages of sixteen and twenty-four carry something long enough real, it simply isn’t real. All looks, and you’ll see that these are the most likely to litter, espe- to find a proper way to dispose you’re looking at is an illusion- supposedly outdated effects can cially when in groups. Teenag- of it, do not bring it in the first there’s not really a spaceship ex- actually look better than CGI, as ers need to consider the conse- place. ploding, or a dinosaur charging there is actually something real quence of their refuse on those at the screen. What you’re look- and tangible on the screen and ing at simply isn’t there. Here you can feel it. in lies the problem with CGI. CGI is by no means a tasteless While it can be useful to create art form, and it is most definitely more realistic and more eye- useful for creating realistic look- catching action sequences, it is ing images in a short amount of often used too much for its own time with relatively low costs. good, and can often ruin its own However, CGI shouldn’t be used illusion. as often as it is, because after a Photos by Natalie Wilson In the early days of film mak- while, the illusion begins to lose ing, there were no computers its appeal. Sometimes practical involved in the process. Because special effects like those used of this, special effects were often throughout most of the twen- limited to time, budget, materi- tieth century are best for pre- Above: A carrot pack wrapper left on the ground. als, and the director’s imagina- senting a certain situation in a Below: Instead of leaving trash on the ground put it in the trash cans where it belongs! tion. Spaceships had to be plas- film, as t sometimes feels more tic models hung on wires, and realistic when an actual object is monsters were either people in on the screen. If computer gen- highly detailed costumes or clay erated imagery is used in con- models animated through stop junction with costumes and clay motion. By today’s standards, models, a film could have just many people see effects like the right amount of illusion and these as cheesy and outdated. reality. While CGI may look more re- alistic, it tends to become weary on the eyes, and I always know that what I’m seeing isn’t real. With stop motion animation, The Lightning Bolt 16 Opinion Op-edible The Fault in Our Stars By Jordan Pearson Breakfast Blitz ful chemistry, as they met on Di- By Megan Church Features Editor Co-Editor-In-Chief 3. Banana Pancakes “It doesn’t victimize cancer vergent, a film that was recently “Breakfast: the most impor- Chocolate-Chip Mug Muffin or victimize death, it celebrates released. They were genuine, not only playing lovers, but cre- tant meal of the day,” they say, at The original recipe (http://thediva-dish. life,” actress Shailene Wood- ating a friendship that viewers which you, the high school stu- com/uncategorized/60-second-chocolate-chip-muffin/) ley states about her movie The dent, are likely to scoff. Break- called for ingredients such as Fault in Our Stars, based on the will adore. fast? Who has the time? If you’re coconut oil and whole wheat New York Times bestseller by Hazel, Mrs. Lancaster and like me, you are entirely sick of pastry flour. I normalized it. John Green. The story centers Augustus take a trip to Amster- protein bars, instant oatmeal, Ingredients: around a 16-year old girl named dam, where they filmed this part 1 tsp canola oil of the movie. This scenery was and all the other bargain break- 1/3 banana mashed OR 2 TB applesauce (for Hazel (Shailene Woodley) who fast supplements. Or maybe a fluffier muffin) has been terminal since she breathtaking, and the scenes 1 beaten egg you’re like freshman-me, who was 13. Cancer has changed her were equally beautiful. This is ½ tsp vanilla the climax of the story, where ate absolutely no breakfast and 2 ½ TB flour life in many ways, especially at found herself grouchy, lacking ¼ tsp baking soda the beginning of the story. Her Augustus reveals something he Dash of salt learned earlier in the movie. energy, and ready to bite off an Dash of sugar (optional) mother is convinced that she arm by A2. Palm full of chocolate chips is depressed, but Hazel claims Most people refer to this sto- ry as tragic, which it is, but it is With these conditions, lunch Directions: that, “Depression is a side effect is the most important part of 1. In a mug add oil. Then add banana, egg, of dying.” infused with humor which is and vanilla and stir until combined. Next add what makes the story so appeal- my day. The best days are when dry ingredients. Hazel attends a support group I’ve packed something special- 2. Mix until combined, then stir in chocolate and meets a boy named Augus- leftovers, the other half of that chips. “Filled with 3. Microwave for 70 seconds. tus (Ansel Elgort) who also has not-actually-five-dollars foot- cancer, but is on his way to re- stacato bursts of long, a brownie or cookie- and Bacon-Egg Bites covery. Augustus is instantly at- This is quick and easy to prepare but needs have that to look forward to all some time in the oven. Fix it when you first tracted to Hazel when she talks humor and day. Something small like that is wake up, pop it in the oven, go about your back to him in Cancer Support morning routine, and it will be ready when the perfect motivation to get me you are! Group, when he said he feared tragedy...” through two grueling AP classes Ingredients: oblivion. She counteracted his that were so kindly placed on 1 egg 1 slice of bacon statement with the fact that my schedule as B5 and B6. they will all be dying, and if ing. “Filled with staccato bursts Very few of us have any extra Directions: that scares him then he should of humor and tragedy…” states 1. Preheat oven to 350 Jodi Picoult, author of the ac- time in the morning to prepare 2. Prepare one cup in a regular cupcake pan, ignore it like the rest of them. breakfast, because typically ex- butter or spray with olive oil Augustus helps Hazel live her claimed novel Between the Lines. 3. Place bacon strip around edge of cup tra sleep is more enticing than life fully, in the short time that The Fault in Our Stars is rat- 4. Wisk egg in small bowl, add a few shakes ed PG-13 for thematic events, bacon and eggs. But imagine of salt and a splash of milk. Pour into bacon- they have. “Some infinities are how much easier it would be to wrapped cup smaller than other infinities.” some sexuality, and brief strong 5. Bake until egg puffs out of cup and is no language, and it is available on motivate yourself out of bed at longer runny This statement is used often in zero-dark-thirty if there was the movie as well as the novel by DVD and Blu-ray September Banana Pancakes 16th. It is targeted at teenagers, something special on the break- I can’t claim any part of this recipe as my Augustus and Hazel. fast menu. Believe it or not, such own. It has been circulating social media for a The acting in this movie is since it is also a coming of age while (one version at http://rabbitfoodformy- an idea is not completely out-of- remarkable. Shailene Woodley story, but it’s an important mov- bunnyteeth.com/two-ingredient-pancakes/) ie for everyone to watch. reach. and is reliable recipe for healthy, fast, gluten- and Ansel Elgort have wonder- From “college hacks” to tips free pancakes. Ingredients: from nutritionally driven moth- 1 banana ers, there are all kinds of quick, 2 eggs easy breakfast recipes being Directions: uploaded to the wonderful re- 1. Slice banana 2. Mix with eggs until blended (throw in source of the World Wide Web. blender, use an electric mixer, or by hand) There are sites where you can 3. Butter a skillet and set to medium heat find cheap recipes, 5-minute 4. Pour banana-egg mix on skillet by the ¼ cup recipes, entirely-based-on-ra- 5. When pancake begins to bubble, flip it men recipes. Basically, there are over. Cook until both sides are golden brown. so many options and ways to Note: chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, cin- avoid skipping out on that first namon, or any desired pancake topping can meal. I’ve tested a few, editing be added to these while they cook. them to suit an average kitchen. Here’s what’s on the menu: 1. Chocolate-chip mug muffin 2. Bacon-egg bites Opinion 17 The Lightning Bolt “RITA’S IS BETTER” Great outdoors FROM PAGE 19 By Christopher Heimink your lunch, as long as you clean Chancellor students most often is that the restaurants have a Layout Editor up after yourself and are - re go to the Rita’s located on 11105 newer version) that they used You are sitting in class when spectful of the area, or simply Leavells Road. when they opened their doors the bell rings for lunch. You take hang out with your friends on I will admit it; I was once a in 1947. In addition, they only the always loved walk towards one of the stone benches for a strong pro-Carl’s Ice Cream in- have three flavors. Anyone can the cafeteria to see friends, eat few moments enjoying the sun. dividual. When someone an- go up and ask for a “fun” flavor lunch and take a needed break It is quite relaxing to be able to nounced they did not see any- like blueberry, banana or cot- from your classes. This break al- soak up the warmth of the sun thing special in Carl’s I was the ton candy but they will kindly lows you to clear your head for for a few minutes before going first to jump in and prove them be denied by the staff, as they a short period or need be to eat back your class, especially if it is wrong. This way of thinking was are severely basic on their flavor quickly and go to a class that a cold one, to get back to school drastically changed when I tried selection of only vanilla, choco- you need extra help in. work. Spending your lunch out- chocolate malt, one of the Carl’s late, and strawberry. Rita’s on Now what could possibly side is even better the first week Ice Cream favorites, at a differ- the other hand has a vast selec- make this thirty minute period of school as the summer weath- ent ice cream location. This malt tion of over 40 unique flavors, better? Well, if you do not need er still lingers as the year begins tasted exactly the same, or dare six custard choices, along with to receive any extra help during to make its shift to the cooler fall I say better than Carl’s. Though sundaes with over 20 topping lunch, and are a senior the an- season. it was hard to accept, I fully un- choices, as well as the many swer is clear. You can go outside Do not worry though as the derstood my love for Carl’s was other selections like the frozen and if the weather is favorable fall and winter will pass by soon over. lemonade or milkshakes. you can enjoy the loveliness of enough and you can then enjoy The ice cream tastes like it is You have a choice. You can the outdoors. The stresses of the welcoming weather of the sixty-seven years old. In fact, it go to the location that is closer school are washed away with spring season just as you had is sixty-seven years old as they to your house instead of trav- the cool breeze of sitting out- the end of summer weather ear- use the same ice cream machine eling all the way to downtown side. While outside you can eat lier in the year seniors! (Electro Freeze, which happens Fredericksburg. You can choose to be used in cafeterias and to drive further and pay more restaurants like Golden Corral cash-but why? Middle East Tensions and Ryan’s. The only difference By Zack Jewell local armies and militia may not Administrative Assistant be ready for these actions thus I’m too cool Due to the close proximity of drawing back both nations to Fredericksburg and Spotsylva- lend a helping hand. By Matthew Sanders is no possible way to get away nia Counties to the military base Because of a stated rule in the Sports Editor from the cold. I feel like I’m a Quantico, there are many mili- military, any member who has Everyone in the world wants polar bear when I sit down in tary families in the area. As of retired within the last five years to be cool, but sometimes you the cafeteria and try to eat my our President’s first term, he had can be recalled to active duty or get too cool and end up getting food. Some rooms in this school promised to reduce our troops reserves, in a time of dire need. hypothermia. Over my three are actually a good temperature, and their activity in the Middle This rule should be altered. My years at this school I’ve realized and it feels like heaven for the East, and he has upheld that own father was a Marine and how cold it gets here. Has any- 75 minutes I’m there. I probably promise. But recent events in the thought of him getting de- one else realized that? I have no spend more time shivering and the Middle East have escalated ployed again is a scary one to clue why the school is so cold; it feeling like a penguin than won- to levels beyond what they were say the least. Due to the situa- feels like its winter throughout dering what the teacher is talk- originally thought. tion in the Middle East, where the whole year and summer is ing about. So I plead you Chan- News reports have claimed, our own people have been sent nowhere in sight. Even when it’s cellor High school, please turn and confirmed, that reporters over and gone missing or worse, below thirty-two degrees fahr- down the A/C and make this from both Great Britain and the military action has been ensu- enheit outside it’s still freezing school comfortable to learn in. United States have gone over ing in that area. And depending cold inside the school and there to cover these stories and have on how serious of a situation been reported M.I.A. or K.I.A. this becomes, the military may Both the United States and increase their presence in that Great Britain have been deal- part of the world. This may in- ing with military incursions for clude many of the brave men the past several years all over and women who have given the world, but the Middle East their time to protect this country has been a focal point for many being called back. And that isn’t reasons such as oil territory, al- fair to the brave men and wom- liances and many others. But en who have given up portions with the increase in activities of of their life to protect, serve, and things as terrorists or extremist bleed for this country. They de- groups, the only recently trained serve more than that. The Lightning Bolt 18 Opinion Battlefield WHat is better, RIta’s italian ice or carl’s Ice cream? rita’s Carl’s By Neil Schubel By Kaitlyn Keisling Editor-In-Chief Princess Anne Street in down- Layout Editor may only have a few options, town Fredericksburg. The de- but all of their options are deli- I do not like Carl’s Ice Cream. sign of the building, as well as As a local Fredericksburg spe- cious. It is a great place to go for Okay, I like Carl’s as much as the age of the building, landed cialty, Carl’s Ice Cream has been a date, a night out with friends, any other soft serve ice cream it a spot on the National Regis- around for generations. Starting or just because you want to treat but only to that extent. For some ter of Historical Places. It serves in 1947, the ice cream stand sells yourself. The classic “custard” reason however, it just so hap- three flavors-vanilla, chocolate, three main flavors (chocolate, is so delicious, and there is de- pens to be one of the greatest and strawberry. Rita’s Italian strawberry, and vanilla), as well fiantly something special about sins in Fredericksburg to pro- Ice is an east coast chain that as sundaes, shakes and malts. a historical landmark of Fred- claim this “radical” opinion. sells Italian ice, as well as frozen This specialty only found in the ericksburg still running strong. This downtown Fredericksburg custard, Gelati, Misto, Blendi- ‘burg is open from Valentine’s Instead of only having one or soft-serve abomination is of no ni, Slenderita, cream ice, and day to late November every year. two good flavors in Italian ice, comparison to Rita’s Italian Ice. milkshakes. A large majority of With a line so long people and the rest of the menu items only mediocre, Carl’s is always Carl’s Ice Cream is an ice CONTINUED ON PAGE 18 are standing in the street, Carl’s cream shop located on 2200 is obviously a favorite. Sure, it up to expectations.

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