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The Mandolin St. Francis Catholic High School November 20, 2020 “Spread the Word.” Issue 106 Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James Forbes magazine. Overall, Michael Jordan BY MCKENNA HAUTEMAN ’22 Both Michael Jordan and LeBron is a force to be reckoned with in American James are athletic powerhouses whose in- sports history, but is it enough to compare In light of the Lakers’ victory in fluence has spread far beyond the basket- to LeBron James? the recent NBA finals, the debate over who ball court. Now that you know the facts, should take the title of the greatest player in who will it be Troubies? King James or Air NBA history has come down to two incred- LeBron James was coveted by Jordan, The L-Train or His Airness? We ibly talented players: Michael Jordan and many teams when he entered the league wanted to see what you thought, so take a LeBron James. Although Jordan and James in 2003, starting his professional career look at the poll below. Do you agree? never faced off on the court, as Jordan exit- strong as the number one overall pick in ed the league the year James entered, their the NBA draft, signing with the Cleve- reputations as players overall have been land Cavaliers. Since then, “King James” compared countless times to make this has made an appearance in 10 different debate one of the greatest in sports histo- NBA finals. Over his 17-year career in the ry. Each athlete has defied expectations, NBA, James has accumulated 34,241 reg- pushed the limits and broken records to ular season points ranking him 3rd across make themselves stand out. Let’s break it NBA history for regular season point totals. down to see how these two sports legends LeBron holds several other records, rank- stack up against each other. ing 4th all time for field goals made, 5th for free-throws made, and 2nd in turnovers. In Beginning his career in profes- each of these categories James ranks above sional basketball in 1984 as the third pick Jordan. With regard to championship wins, in the first round of the NBA draft, Michael James led the Miami Heat to two consecu- Jordan is best known for his time with the tive championships in 2012 and 2013, the Chicago Bulls. Joining the Bulls in 1984, Cavaliers to a championship in 2016 and Jordan’s dedicated attitude and leadership most recently, the Lakers to a champion- ability built a reputation for the Bulls who ship this past season. He is the first player had previously been tossed aside as a “less- in NBA history to lead three separate fran- er team” in the league. He led the Bulls chises to NBA finals victory. Lebron is well Franchise to six NBA championships (the known for his competitive spirit and dedi- only championships the franchise has ever cation to the game. Even as a high school won) all within a decade. Under his lead- junior, James was making headlines; when ership, the Bulls became only one of three he was 17 years-old, he became one of the franchises to ever complete a champion- youngest players to ever be featured on the ship “three-peat”-- winning three consec- cover of Sports Illustrated, crowning him utive championships in a row. Apart from with the title “The Chosen One.” Now at What’s Inside... his dominance in the NBA, Jordan led the 34 years-old, James has claimed four NBA American “dream team” in the 1992 Olym- MVP titles and a reputation as one of the Meet-the-Editors...... 2 pic Games in Barcelona. This team seized most fierce and competitive players the The Debates...... 3 gold in the Games and is widely regarded as league has ever seen. James has also made Meet-the-Staff...... 4 one of the most powerful sports teams ever his mark politically and culturally, well- New Clubs ...... 5 assembled. Personally, Jordan has been known for his calls for social and racial Fall Sports Update ...... 6 awarded the NBA MVP award 5 times in justice both on and off the court. He has es- St. Francis Day...... 7 his career and has become a cultural icon in tablished himself as a role model for many Student-led Movement . . . . . 7 America and across the globe. Even apart of this generation, and plans to continue Fun and Safe Halloween. . . . . 8 his dominance in the league for seasons to from basketball, Jordan has left his influ- Halloween Movie Poll...... 8 ence in the fashion industry, with the Jor- come. dan brand bridging in $3.1 billion dollars at the end of the 2019 fiscal year according to 2 School News November 20th, 2020 Meet-the-Editors

Hailey Kopp ’21 Sammi Guerrero ’21 Editor-in-Chief Editor-in-Chief Favorite Book: The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitz- Favorite Book: The Picture of Dorian Gray gerald by Oscar Wilde

Emily Squires ’22 Alyanna Asuncion ’21 Editor Editor Favorite Book: Everything, Favorite Book: Pride and Prej- Everything by Nicola Yoon udice by Jane Austen

Claire Westberg ’22 Aubrey Spowart ’23 Editor Editor Favorite Book: Harry Potter and the Deathly Favorite Book: The Young Elites by Hollows by J.K. Rowling Marie Lu

Hayley Labia ’23 Adriana Lepera ’23 Ella Sebok ’23 Editor Editor Editor Favorite Book: Harry Potter and the Favorite Book: The Hate You Give by Favorite Book: The Perks of Being a Wallflower Goblet of Fire by J.K. Rowling Angie Thomas by Stephen Chbosky November 20, 2020 U.S. News 3 The Presidential Debates BY LYDIA VLAHOS ’24 Chris Wallace asked about posi- started Senator Harris as her very first an- tions on climate change, noting that many swer. She continued with a sweeping at- On Tuesday, September 29th the believe that climate change across the Unit- tack on the Trump administration’s failure first presidential debate of 2020 was held ed States affects many people’s lives and to handle the virus properly and how the at Case Western Reverse University in The the president for the next term needs to Biden administration deserves to be elect- Samson Pavilion of The Health Education have ideas to help the planet. Chris Wallace ed into office, not Trump’s. “Our nation’s Campus in Cleveland, Ohio. The President asked Trump what his views on the science gone through a very challenging time this of the United States, Donald Trump, and for- of climate change are and what he will do year, but I want the American people to mer Vice President, Joseph Biden, squared to alleviate it. “I believe that we have to do know that from the very first day, President off and were asked by the debate moderator, everything we can to have immaculate air, Trump has put the health of the American Chris Wallace of Fox News, questions about immaculate water, and do whatever else we people first,” defends Vice President Pence. COVID-19 solutions and racial equality be- can that’s good,” Trump responded. Trump He went on to say that the current admin- liefs. This debate was filled with name-call- believes that to stop the wildfires there istration has saved countless lives during ing, interrupting, rambling, and personal needs to be forest management, which in- their last year in term and that they trust the attacks. The debate offered many voters a cludes raking the forest floor to prevent scientists to give the best advice on how to new view of both candidates for the United fast-moving and deadly wildfires. When stay safe during the pandemic. States, whether it was negative or positive. asked again about science and how he re- Even though some have reported the presi- pealed many of Obama’s work to stop cli- The eighth topic of the debate dential debate was chaos, some useful things mate change, Trump explained that when was racial justice. Page asked both running were able to be salvaged to help voters who more people can afford newer cars, more mates about their views on Breonna Taylor, are uncertain about where to put their vote people will be driving around safer, clean- a Black woman who was killed in her home er, and more fuel-efficient cars. Then it was in the middle of the night while sleeping One topic that many people want to the Democrat’s turn. “The first thing I will by the police. Kamala Harris believes that know is what the future president of the Unit- do, I will rejoin the Paris Climate Accord,” the Taylor Family deserves justice. She ed States will be doing to tackle the corona- Biden started. Biden wishes to rejoin the brought up other cases in which injustices virus pandemic. First, Biden was asked the other countries who participate in the ac- that include the police were committed and question. He started by listing statistics of cord and act against climate change. Biden stated how the Biden/Harris ticket will help how many people have died over the past six announced that we need to think about the minorities including African Americans months. Trump countered his statement by planet. He says we could do this by elect- become equal. Senator Harris continued, saying he did an excellent job while in office ing him and starting the “Biden Plan.” He “I’m a former career prosecutor, I know during this pandemic. He then argued that wants to bring the costs of renewable ener- what I’m talking about bad cops are bad despite how the epidemic was unexpected, gy down so that they are equal to or even for good cops. We need reform of our po- he handled it well by opening up the econo- less than energy coming from burning coal licing in America and our criminal justice my. Biden then gave his points on how if he or fossil fuels. Biden wants to create car system.” Vice President Pence countered, was elected he would bring back the health charging stations across the country next to “The family of Breonna Taylor has our care programs that were lost during Trump’s freeways and build energy-efficient build- sympathies. But I trust our justice system-- first term. He stated that because the health ings too. He also states that these changes and a grand jury that refused the evidence.” care programs were repealed many were left will create stable jobs and will not endan- The Trump/Pence ticket trusts the law en- without care and died from this terrible dis- ger old ones. forcement and the justice system. He also ease. condemned the protests that followed the Another issue that has been on a lot Later on October 7th, the vice deaths of George Floyd and Breonna Tay- of people’s minds is racial inequality and dis- presidential debate was held at the Univer- lor, focusing on the instances where rioting crimination. Biden was first, stating that he sity of Utah in Salt Lake City. Susan Page occurred. believes Black people in the U.S. do experi- for USA Today moderated Mike Pence, ence racial injustices. “Yes, there’s systemic current vice president and running mate While both debates ranged from injustice. The vast majority of police officers to President Trump, and Senator Kamala calm conversations to rambling arguments, are good, decent honorable men and women Harris, running mate for former Vice Pres- many points were made and questions were ... but there are some bad apples,” respond- ident Joe Biden. The questions and topics answered. Hopefully, more topics will be ed Biden. The Democratic candidate wants focused mainly on the issues of the presi- confronted in the next presidential debate to look at this country’s law enforcement in- dent and the first lady’s current diagnosis of on October 22nd and will help even more frastructure to take charge of these discrimi- COVID-19 and the tension from the prior uncertain voters cast their votes wisely. native difficulties. However, Trump does not presidential debate that left many people believe that the country’s law enforcement is questioning the outcome of this one. the problem. He states that leftist and Antifa groups and the protests are causing the prob- As expected, the first topic of the lems that this country needs to tackle, such debate was the coronavirus pandemic. “The as property damage and violence. American people have witnessed what is the greatest failure of any presidential administration in the history of our country,” 4 School News November 20, 2020 Meet-the-Staff A: I have been doing projects around the BY EMILY SQUIRES ’22 Q: How has the experience of being a house and activities with my kids. I have a 5 teacher changed your perspective of the and 8 year-old at home and we do a lot of craft Greetings Troubies! I hope you have world and education in general? How has it projects and board games to pass the time! I all had a great start to your school year and changed/impacted/solidified your opinions also started running for exercise during quar- have been keeping reasonably busy during on the importance of education? antine, which was something I never thought quarantine. We have the honor of welcoming A: As a student I went to so many differ- I would do. several new amazing faculty and staff mem- ent types of schools, one had 100 students bers to St. Francis this year and I have asked K-8 and another had 300 kids in the fresh- Q:What makes the subject you teach or the them to respond to several questions to help man class. There were lots of different ap- resources you provide useful to students? In you get to know them! We look forward to proaches, so I was able to see the different what ways will they help us throughout our seeing them on campus! styles of pedagogy. My undergrad degree lives? A: As a counselor, I try to help all my stu- Welcome to Mrs. Meyers, Math teacher: is in psychology, so I love applying theory about cognition and development to my dents find their potential and work to accom- Q: How have you kept yourself busy during classes. This is my 26th year teaching, and plish any goal they have for their life. The quarantine? I can see how much power and responsibil- world is a big place and there are so many A: I cook and bake a lot. I think I’ve watched ity teachers have. Truly, I think that edu- opportunities available to each student after everything on Netflix and Hulu. I also cro- cation is the way to change the world. We high school. It is easy to think high school chet amigurumi pets for people. I made sea can change worldviews and perceptions. is the end all, but your life is just beginning! animals, unicorns, sloths, etc. I took my dog This message of hope is so exciting for me to on lots of walks and had three geckos hatch Welcome to Mrs. Anzini, Special Events pass on to my students. that I took care of. Associate: Q: Do you have a favorite movie or show? Q: Do you have a favorite movie or show? Q: Do you have a favorite movie or show? Music or a book? Music or a book? Music or a book? A: I love to read and usually have 2 books A: I LOVE 80’s new wave and alternative but A: My favorite movie is The Sound of Mu- going at the same time. Historical fiction or like almost all music. I will break out in song sic. I love Julie Andrews! In 2019 my fam- nonfiction. I am currently reading Hidden during class. I have seen a lot of sci-fi (all ily took a trip to Salzburg and I was able to Valley Road. Shows that I can watch over Star Trek/Wars franchises, Raised By Wolves) visit some of the scenes from the movie. and over again are, Arrested Development, Every comic book movie (I used to collect It was really amazing. I hope to go back The Office or Parks and Recreation. That and am a fangirl). Fargo is a show I always one day. should tell you something about my sense of love but I like to get silly as well (Parks and humor. :-) Rec, The Office, Flight of the Conchords). Q: How has working at St. Francis been for you? Welcome to Mrs. Fox, Freshman Guidance Q: What makes the subject you teach or the A: I have been at St. Francis for a little over Counselor. resources you provide useful to students? In two weeks, and I am really enjoying it. I what ways will they help us throughout our have had a very warm welcome from all, Q: How have you kept yourself busy during lives? and I look forward to seeing the students quarantine? A: Well, math is everywhere! You see it all back on campus soon! A: Walks, walks, and walks! Our neighbors the time. It isn’t just arithmetic, but the log- make fun of us for how many walks my fam- ic and critical thinking helps us understand Q: What is your favorite food and why? ily takes. information, reason abstractly, and even or- A: My favorite food is popcorn! My ganize our writing and oral presentations. youngest daughter also loves popcorn as Q: Do you have a favorite movie or show? It helps us see patterns in everything and well. We usually have it about three times Music or a book? understand God a bit better as we use it to a week. A: Embarrassed to admit this but my favorite understand creation. Just look at all of the show is still Grey’s Anatomy. places where the Fibonacci sequence occurs Welcome to Mrs. Baker, Sophomore Class naturally! Statistically that cannot be a mis- Guidance Counselor Q: What is your spirit animal? Why do you take or random chance! I also like helping think that animal represents you? my students learn to maximize their learning How has working at St. Francis been for A: The turtle. Turtles are slow on ground but modalities. We explore how to study! I don’t Q: you? fast in the water. I often remind myself to give formulas or concepts at the beginning. It’s been wonderful! I have loved meet- take it slow and enjoy the precious moments I set up situations and conditions where my A: ing staff members and students. Everyone in life, but when I need to do 10 things at once students discover the information them- has been so gracious and welcoming. I am I can do it! I think I’m pretty calm the major- selves. This helps the information stick and looking forward to meeting more students ity of the time, especially when it comes to become meaningful. Anyone can copy notes in person as we transition back to campus. listening to other people. I tend to retreat to off a board, not everyone can derive the dis- the safety of my shell when I feel stressed or tance formula from trying to figure out how anxious just like the turtle. much string you need to send a paper clip Q: How have you kept yourself busy from one corner of the classroom to the other. during quarantine? November 20, 2020 School News 5 New Clubs speakers, learn about what the occupa- International Women’s Cultur- BY AUBREY SPOWART ’23 tion consists of, and share animal-real Connection Club: Founded by Haley lated information with other members. Kim and Amy Abueg, this club explores Here are some of 2020’s highly various cultural traditions and crafts from anticipated new clubs. With a huge mix, Alaina’s Voice: Founded by all around the world, with a focus on cel- there is surely something for everyone. Grace Fletcher, the Alaina’s Voice club ebrating women internationally. The club seeks to honor Alaina Housley, a victim will donate goods and money to the Chil- GRL PWR: Founded by Audrey of the Borderline shooting, along with 11 dren’s Receiving Home of Sacramento Felsted and Abigail Rexroad, this club is others. Members will learn how to help and St. John’s Shelter for Women. Mem- the perfect place for girls to become lead- those with mental health issues, listen to bers will learn about different cultures ers. Members will learn about women that guest speakers, check in on their Trou- through foreign jewelry making, embroi- are changing the world and will take action bie sisters, and perform acts of kindness dery, and other crafts that will unify and to do the same. Members will participate around campus. “I would like to carry connect students to women worldwide. in drives, discussions, and special events on the principles of her foundation that such as the Homeless Period Project, group her parents have started in her honor-- SF Book Club: Founded by yoga classes, and the Women’s March. to be kind, spread mental health aware- Arianna Ross and Zahra Smith, the SF ness, and end gun violence,” says Grace. Book Club seeks to introduce mem- Make-A-Wish Club: Found- bers to different books across a variety ed by Manasi Chintalapathi and Evelyn St. John’s Program for Real of genres. Meetings will be paired with Stacy, the Make-A-Wish Club strives to Change: Club leaders Grace Bashore, fun monthly activities such as a quote of raise $10,000 to grant the wishes of chil- Thalia Bower, Emma Giordano, and An- the month, monthly challenges, scav- dren suffering from life-threatening - ill drea Kustic hope to bring light, joy, and enger hunts, and a tea of the month. nesses. “We are extremely excited to be happiness to children and mothers at the working with Make-A-Wish,” says Ev- St. John’s shelter. Members will participate Star Trek: Founded by Eva Scri- elyn. “We hope to be able to change the in a pen pal program, create craft kits, host pa and Maci Riffle, the Star Trek club life of at least one kid and their family birthday parties and holiday celebrations, seeks to create a fun and united commu- with the help of our local community.” and spend time with kids at St. John’s. nity through discussions about favorite “We hope to give back to the community characters, scenes, and episodes. Members Girls for Human Rights: The per- while completing service hours in a fun and have the opportunity to partake in scav- fect way to learn more about human rights immensely rewarding way,” says Grace. enger hunts to find a Star Trek-themed issues, founders Elsa Fishman and Amelia prize, film their own version of Star Trek, Barkett aim to inform members on pressing Dentist Club: Founded by MacK- and watch episodes of Star Trek together. current events around the world. Members enzie Le, this club will educate students in will learn how to support those impacted by dentistry and offer members the opportu- WEBTOON: Founded by Justine injustices through discussions, books, arti- nity to explore the dental field. Members Canio and Ariana Ocon, this club’s meet- cles, and documents designed to educate. will have field trips, learn about dentistry ings will consist of a number of activities through zoom calls, observe dental pro- such as icebreakers, discussion questions Unheard History for Troubies: cedures and participate in many vol- about specific webcomics, member recom- Founded by Sophia Saunders, the Unheard unteer opportunities. The Dentist Club mendations, fanfiction and fanart contests, History for Troubies club seeks to highlight will allow students to interact with den- and debates about plotlines and charac- history that is typically passed over by eu- tists to learn more about the profession. ters. “Ultimately, our main priority for rocentric curriculums. Throughout the the WEBTOON club is to create a warm year, members will learn and discuss un- Glee Club: Designed to create a and welcoming atmosphere where stu- told Indigenous, Latin American, African space for people of all experience levels, dents can meet new friends,” says Justine. American, and Asian American histories, club leaders Ella Raines, Grace Raines, along with many others. “I hope that every Sophia Farwell, Reese Murray, and Emi- A Touch of Kindness: Founded St. Francis student, no matter their back- ly Squires seek to teach members to sing by Olivia Reed, A Touch of Kindness as- ground, can be seen and heard,” says Sophia. and dance through an inclusive environ- pires to spend time with and bring happi- ment. Members will explore basic lev- ness to older people in care homes. Mem- Med for Mammals: Lauren els of music theory, choreograph dance bers will visit care homes, make cards Bernas and Alisha Anwar founded The routines, and hone vocal techniques. “We and packages, and volunteer at movie Med for Mammals club for students who recognize that our voices and bodies are nights and other events. “A lot of older hope to pursue a career in animal care, powerful instruments, and what better people have many stories to share and a or simply for those who love animals. way to grow as artists and performers than lot of love to give but they are not given Members will have the opportunity to coming together in music?” says Ella. the chance to speak to many people, and participate in internships, listen to guest I would love to change that,” says Olivia. 6 School News November 20, 2020 Sports Update letes’ friends and families a way to watch junior Isabella McCullogh has committed BY ELLA SEBOK ’23 their games remotely. President Isabella to play lacrosse at Lewis University. McCullough states, “We are working on By now, fall sports should be expanding our digital presence...Using the This year the athletic program deep into their season, the roars of The Zoo camera in the gym so we don’t have to have will need more support than ever. The easi- should fill the air, Troubie athletes should someone physically in the gym. It tracks est way to support is to attend, if guidelines be playing their best game and dominating the ball automatically!” allow, a game held on our campus. Holy their divisions; however, like all other ac- Court and Holy Hoops are both scheduled tivities this year, Troubie athletics has been Despite the halt to sports, Troubies to happen at St. Francis this season. Anoth- halted this fall due to COVID-19 regula- are still receiving recognition for the out- er way to support is by watching the live tions. standing performance by our athletes. For streams on Troubie TV and social media. This summer, the California In- the second year in a row, the Saint Francis But the most important and helpful way terscholastic Federation (CIF) announced athletic program has won the Sac-Joaquin Troubies can support athletics is to wear a that the 2020-2021 education-based sports Section Commissioner’s Cup, with section mask properly, follow protocols, limit the calendar was going to be altered. Instead of championships for soccer, cross country, risk of exposure, and social distance to pre- the usual fall, winter, and spring seasons, and volleyball. vent the spread of the coronavirus on our this year’s sports have been placed into just campus. two seasons--season one and season two. Not only are Troubies dominating A common theme for this year is Season one features cross country, water in high school, but college as well. Just this the uncertainty it holds. St. Francis athletics polo, and volleyball, which will all begin past month, nine talented Troubies have shares that issue. But one thing is certain, as practicing in early December. The remain- committed to play their sport in college. Ju- St. Francis sports begin their season, safety ing sports are to be played in season two, niors Hope and Grace Jenkins have verbally is the top priority. Mr. McGreevy implores, featuring both winter and spring sports. committed to play softball at the University “For the athletes, and really everyone, we Typical winter sports, including soccer and of Connecticut. Senior and varsity soccer stress the importance of being patient and basketball, along with tennis and golf, will player, Maya Milken, has committed to Cal flexible as we make our way through these start at the end of February. Spring sports-- Lutheran University. Junior Kate Killer, seasons during a pandemic. Our number such as softball, swimming, and track--will another soccer player, has committed to one priority will be student safety.” start at the beginning of March. the University of California, Santa Barba- ra. Senior Chloe Henning has committed to During this pandemic, Troubie Even when sports do return, there play volleyball for San Francisco State and athletics has persevered through cancella- will be modifications to how practices and senior Kiley Kane has committed to play tions, restrictions, and modifications. This games are conducted. For athletes, modifi- beach volleyball at UC Davis. Gigi Koer- season will be even more unique and chal- cations could include restrictions on con- witz has committed to the crew program at lenging than the last. Good luck to all of the tact and pre-COVID screenings before San Diego State next year. Water polo star Troubie athletes this year! We cannot wait events. Modifications for spectator conduct and senior Libby Slater has committed to to see what you accomplish. is most likely going to be more severe, with play at Santa Clara University. And finally, the possibility of spectators not being allowed to games. “We will also likely not be able to use any parent volunteers, so there is a good chance that we will not have the snack bar open or in-person ticket sales for our ticketed sports…” says Mark Mc- Greevy, St. Francis Athletic Director. “We will need to be creative in finding ways to perform many other duties that those volunteers performed across all of our sports programs,” he continues.

One way St. Francis will perform these duties is with the Sports Media Club. With the probability that spectators will not be allowed to games, the Sports Media Club has become an important asset. The PHOTO COURTESY OF SFHS Athletics club is working to provide Troubie ath- DEPARTMENT November 20, 2020 School News 7 SF Day day off by participating in the costume BY MAY CONLIN ’24 students to provide encouragement in these contest: donning their best animal onesies challenging times. Troubies were even giv- and zookeeper uniforms. Then, a beautiful en coloring books to relieve some stress! As a freshman at St. Francis, I prayer service led by the CSLs allowed The drive was rounded out with a pet bless- have never experienced an event quite like everyone to center themselves in the pres- ing for all our four-legged companions, an this year’s St. Francis Day! For many fresh- ence of God before the celebration began. opportunity to support our sister school in men, it is sort of a legend, something you Several students had the opportunity to be Ghana, information about the upcoming hear about from alumni and look forward to featured in an inspirational video highlight- Thankful Thursday fundraising event, and having the opportunity to celebrate. I will ing all the great service work Troubies have even more sweet treats! Dedicated CSLs, admit that there was a sense of nervousness been up to in their communities. Next, it SBOs, faculty, and staff were out in full going into this year because of the situation was time to decorate cars. Students certain- force, bringing tons of excitement and en- we have been in. Several doubts began to ly went all out for this aspect of the day. ergy to the very welcoming environment. arise. Will it be as fun as people have said Flamingos topped rooftops and SUVs were Troubies were even directed to a radio sta- it is? Can we have an awesome St. Francis transformed into zoo cages. A line of spirit- tion playing all the necessary throwbacks Day during a global pandemic? Without ed vehicles drove into the St. Francis park- to top off a successful day. The energy of skipping a beat, a plan for a reimagined St. ing lot and embarked on a maze of activity! the entire event was amazing! It showed Francis Day was put out and excitement Troubies were welcomed with the gift of just what St. Francis is capable of despite took hold in the hearts of every student. a sticker and a raffle ticket for a chance at being in a global pandemic, with over 400 The tradition would continue, just as it has winning prizes. Then, they made their way students making their way through the cel- every year since Mr. Norman’s debut in to receive some traditional St. Francis Day ebration. As a freshman St. Francis Day 1977. And despite our unconventional start snacks like kettle corn and cotton candy attendee, I can say with absolute certainty of the school year, this year’s St. Francis while being photographed. Handmade ro- that this day deserves all the excitement it Day certainly did not disappoint! sary bracelets were next, complete with gets! Students started their refreshing positive notes of affirmation written by Student-led Movement Challenges Social Norms** BY JULIA ZARA ’21 room. They say it’s time for a change: “The of crusty and groggy during class, but you flashing mode on my TikTok lights is the have no idea how liberating it is to just The United States simply refused only movement I see all day,” claims one wake up and start your day. I don’t have to listen to twenty-three-year-old moti- student, “and I’m tired of it. I decided that I to worry about people judging me for my vational speaker Kylie Jenner when she couldn’t just sit here and do nothing. I have looks. Just throw on Zoom’s face-smooth- deemed 2016, “the year of realizing stuff,” to make a difference, you know?” ing filter, and no one will even notice the and now it’s reaping the consequences. In a brave effort to combat the residue from last night’s toothpaste that’s From the coronavirus pandemic, to the daunting social expectation of tending to stuck to your chin.” Western climate crisis, to voter suppres- one’s physical appearance, this student has When pushed for further com- sion, to systemic racism, the United States sparked an overwhelming wave of activ- ment, said-student simply shrugged her had several social and political agenda ism in schools nationwide. Cleverly deem- shoulders, yawning, “Um, I don’t know. items that it refused to “realize” in the past, ing it, “Whateverism,” or “Whatevs” for It’s ‘whatevs,’ you know?” Clearly, the as Jenner had suggested. When experts in short, the student explains that teenagers United States of America has a lot to learn Washington were confronted about this is- feel “like, totally, way too pressured” by from these inspiring students. Our country sue, they replied, “We thought it would be society to make themselves look present- should be proud to have its fate in their un- better to realize these things in a more ap- able. Followers, who have begun calling manicured, un-moisturized hands. propriate year. 2016, 2017, 2018--they just themselves “lazy potatoes,” claim to find didn’t make the cut. But 2020 on the other a personal connection to the movement’s (**NOTE: This satirical article is 100% hand, now that’s a realization-worthy year. three guiding principles: One, wake up fictitious and is purely for entertainment. It’s got a fun pattern to its numbers and ev- 3 minutes before class starts--1 minute if Now more than ever, students across the erything!” Now, as the country struggles you’re advanced. Two, if you’re not wear- U.S. have joined the fight to battle issues to confront its deeply rooted faults, Gen Z ing sweatpants and an oversized hoodie that have plagued our country for far too student activists decided to join the fight, and/or t-shirt, then you’re doing something long. From advocating for the Black Lives creating a movement of their own. wrong. Three, turn off your Zoom camera Matter Movement, to educating ourselves For seven long months, students as often as possible for maximum comfort. and our families on the importance of vot- have been imprisoned in a box of four lone- According to the lazy potatoes, ing, to calling attention to global climate ly walls, never permitted to leave and inter- the benefits of “Whateverism” greatly out- change, Gen Z is making massive strides act with the rest of their family in the living weigh the consequences. “Sure, I feel kind to better our nation and the world***) 8 Entertainment November 20, 2020 Halloween in Quarantine BY ALYANNA ASUNCION ’21 vision screen to watch, or host your own ries, sweets and everything in between. Try Teleparty with your friends so you can all making a seven-layer spiderweb chip dip With the COVID-19 pandemic view the same screen, chat, and stay in the or mummy pizza bites. If you have a sweet changing everyone’s plans, many are ask- comforts of your own homes. tooth, white chocolate covered strawberry ing the question: “What are fun and safe If you’re feeling extra crafty, you ghosts and Frankenstein pretzels are for activities we can do during this time?” could take on one of the following projects. you. Even a caramel apple in all its sim- With Halloween just around the corner and The first, being decorating your very own plicity could be designed with a little melt- millions of people being confined to their Halloween themed face mask, which is ed chocolate and candy molds to resemble homes, this year’s Halloween celebration creative and will help keep you and others mummies and monsters. Your batty bites will look immensely different. The cancel- safe and healthy. With thousands of do-it- are sure to win everyone’s favor. lation of numerous Halloween parties and yourself face mask tutorials on the internet, Staying inside doesn’t mean you smaller number of trick-or-treaters could what better way to celebrate Halloween can’t dress up. Put together a thrilling be a few changes on the horizon. Howev- than to sew a mask using fall fabrics. If you costume, schedule a Zoom meeting with er, as modified Easter celebrations in April don’t know how to sew, don’t worry! You your friends and family, plan a few games proved, there are still exciting yet cautious could decorate a mask you have at home to play, and you have your very own Hal- ways to celebrate our beloved holidays. with felt, markers and a little hot glue. Plus, loween party! If you’re stumped on what One activity that could help wel- it could go perfectly with the Halloween games you can play, try scavenger hunts, come the Halloween season is having a costume you have picked out for this year! charades or bingo with a terrifying twist. movie marathon of Halloween classics. One craft that hasn’t ghosted away is pump- Don’t forget to give a peculiar prize to the From Disney’s “The Nightmare Before kin carving. You could stock up on a few person with the best costume! Christmas” to Columbia Pictures’ “Ghost- pumpkins from your local grocery store or After you’ve done all your tricks busters,” there is a plethora of entertain- pick the best ones from a nearby pumpkin and eaten all your treats, take a drive ment options available to watch on Oc- patch and carve away with your favorite around town and check out all the frighten- tober 31st that could be found on Netflix, designs. If you have a few pumpkins left ing Halloween decorations. You could even Hulu and Disney+. Don’t forget TV shows! to spare, you could make a homemade and decorate your own haunted house for other Watching the Halloween specials from all fresh pumpkin pie or roast the pumpkin ghouls and goblins to check out. your favorite television series could lift seeds to snack on while you watch your fa- Even though it’s a Halloween in your Halloween spirits and give you a good vorite frightening films. quarantine, there are still so many ways snicker or scare. Having a Halloween mov- For those who love to cook, bake to make it fang-tastic. Guaranteed, your ie marathon doesn’t have to be an activity or all of the above, putting a Halloween homemade Halloween treats will be ee- done all by yourself either. You could gath- twist on your favorite meals and treats is rie-sistible, your movies spook-tacular and er all your broom-mates around the tele- perfect for you. There’s recipes for savo- your costume wicked awesome! Halloween Movie Poll

Thank you to everyone who took our poll, and we hope you all had a great Halloween! Here are the results from our poll:

The Nightmare Before Christmas: 22.5% Hocus Pocus: 19.8% Coraline: 16.9% It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown: 12.9% Ghostbusters: 9.7% Beetlejuice: 5.9% Twitches: 5.1% The Addams Family: 3.8% E.T.: 3.5%