SteinmetzVolume 78, Number 5, April 2013 Star In loving memory of Joseph Hardy

By Aramis Pates By Judy Eichstaedt, teacher

oseph Michael Hardy passed soft-spoken freshman away from leukemia on March named Joseph Hardy J7 at Lurie Children’s Hospital Awas a member of my in Chicago. Joseph had been under Drafting class last year. The treatment for two years. He was 16 group was comprised of most- years old. ly upper classmen marked by Joseph was cherished by his their boisterousness, but Jo- family and throughout the school seph’s speedy grasp of the work Joseph Hardy Erik Garcia as well. The passing of this young and willingness to help others man touched the hearts of many quickly put him in demand. students and staff members like When Joseph started miss- counselor Kim Diaz and teacher ing class I was concerned he Judy Eichstaedt. But no one misses might be feeling overwhelmed. Joseph more than his brother Har- “No,” he told me, “I’m just hav- rison. ing stomach problems and my “We were real close,” Harrison mom wants me to stay home said. “My brother was very kind, until it clears up.” But it didn’t exciting to be around and had ex- clear up and tests revealed Jo- treme ambition to try new things. seph had Leukemia. Leandro Marquez Harrison Hardy He was the total opposite of me.” After Joseph completed his Sophomore Andres Reyna said first round of treatments he was he was in the same class with Jo- eager to get back to school. I Leandro Marquez, Harrison Hardy, Joseph Hardy, and Erik Joseph Hardy seph in 6th grade and in 8th grade worried about his weakened Garcia play an online game during Joseph’s battle with leu- at Locke elementary school. immune system and sanitized kemia. “He was a really nice kid,” Andres keyboards and desktops, but said. “I remember he was cool with everybody.” smile and eagerness to please in the classroom,” Joseph jumped back into the school routine without a hitch. He made up assignments Several people wrote their condolences to Lori Trekas said. “Your spirit, memory and cour- in no time and I tried not to cringe when he casually walked over to friends to help the family on Joseph’s obituary page of the age will never be forgotten. My thoughts and them with their work, terrified of the germs they might send his way. “Don’t worry Ms Montclair-Lucania Funeral Home. prayers are with your entire family.” E, the doctor says it’s okay,” Joseph said. His 8th grade teacher added her comment: Condolences are also sent to the family from As each course of treatment ended, Joseph stayed positive, focused on the goal line. “I will always remember your contagious the Steinmetz school community. “Just one more round of chemo,” or “If this biopsy is okay I can get the shunt removed.” • When he was able, he would come to school in his trendy Sherpa hat, thin but happy, managing to find a cute girl to help during class, relentlessly optimistic, never complain- ing, focused on a full remission. Heroic actions recognized Joseph sent me an email in February telling me about some very difficult hurdles he had recently cleared, and what a great Christmas he had. He ended with, “I miss being in school.” We miss you too, Joseph.• Inside Star wins awards By Kasia Jalowiec

he Steinmetz Star is one of the best high school newspapers in Chicago, according to Principal Stephen Ngo recognizes the JROTC sergeants who helped the McCormick Foundation annual media Protest against CPS save the life of teacher James Greco who needed CPR T Page 7 awards in March. Once Mr. Foster got the defibrillator he Only Taft, Lane, and Morgan Park beat the Star By Estefani Garcia passed it on to assistant principal Jaime Ja- for “Overall Newspaper” in a competition open to rimillo, who passed it on to security Sam all Chicago public and private high schools. The ROTC teachers SFC Billy Hill, 1SG Pearson, who passed it to a student who got Star received “Excellent,” tying with the Walter Roberto Ruiz, and SFC Phillip Yangas it to the sergeants, Mr. Foster told the Star. Payton, and beating Whitney Young and many Jreceived special recognition at the Mili- “It was a ‘just do it’ thing; I had to take other schools. tary Ball on March 22 for their heroic effort action because everything was happening so “A lively, colorful mix of news, features, photos, helping teacher James Greco. fast,” Mr. Foster said. and interesting profiles,” the judges said about the “We honored them for their actions,” Prin- After SFC Hill used the defibrillator, Mr. Star. “Super writing from some of the numerous cipal Stephen Ngo said. “We are grateful for Greco started to respond and then the fire members of the classes.” Art contest winners, what they did, and so is Mr. Greco.” department came. One of his former students, The McCormick Foundation awards luncheon, pages 9-13 On the morning of February 28, Mr. Greco Lenny Sposato (class of 1981) drove the am- held at the Chicago Cultural Center, followed had an incident when he was doing his work- bulance. Later, another one of Mr. Greco’s a journalism workshop at Roosevelt University out. He usually runs on the third floor every former students, Christopher Santiago (class sponsored by the Scholastic Press Association of morning before school starts. At about 7:30 of 2012) who works at the hospital, helped Chicago on March 17. Mr. Greco had passed out. transport him through the hospital. Several staff members won individual awards The first person to see him was substitute The JROTC staff and others at the school for reporting, photography, and art. Contest winners, pp 10-13 gym teacher Peter Smargacz. The JROTC drill were a great help to Mr. Greco. His doctor “It was interesting and very exciting,” senior team came along and they all started yelling told school staff that if not for the work of Katie Christ said. out for 1SG Ruiz. He told the drill team to get the men “he wouldn’t be here today.” Overall, the award ceremony was a great experi- SFC Hill while checking for Mr. Greco’s pulse It takes no more than three minutes for the ence for everyone. and vital signs. There were no vital signs at brain to suffer damage. Thanks to Mr. Foster “It was an honor to be there,” senior Cathy all. SFC Hill and 1SG Ruiz performed CPR. and the sergeants’ fast response Mr. Greco is Meraz said. Meanwhile, teacher Kevin Foster, who saw doing well now. Nearly 30 Star staff members, adviser Sharon what was going on, called 911. The responder “It always feels good to save someone’s life,” Schmidt, and chaperones librarian Nasrin Jalili, on 911 told him to get the defibrillator. Mr. SFC Hill said, “but it feels better when you and Ms. Schmidt’s parents, Em and Jean Griffin, Foster then ran to the main office, where he know the person.” attended the events. Sports, pages 18-20 had noticed it just a day or so earlier. • Continued on Page 2 2 Star News 2013 McCormick Media awards: Reporting, Steinmetz photography, art and Principal of the Year Star

Steinmetz College Prep High School 3030 N. Mobile, Chicago IL 60641 773-534-3030, Star office (x) 25241 Email: [email protected] School website: www.steinmetzac.com (“Steinmetz Newspaper” link)

Principal: Mr. Stephen Ngo

Assistant principals: Mr. Jaime Jaramillo Ms. Cheryl Williams Ms. Ruquiyah Rahman-Aquil

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i e at Star adviser: Ms. Sharon Schmidt

Co-editors in chief: Jennie Czahor and Ricky Rico, Alan Salazar, Johann Sanchez, Luis Diaz, Jakwon Smith, Anyssa Rodriguez, Andrea Silva, Norjoria Pratt, Selene Acosta, Kasia Jalowiec Judy Czahor PHOTO BY K BY PHOTO In addition to the Chicago media awards, the Star also received a First Place award from the American Scholastic Press Association. The Star entered the national contest in December and received an awards certificate in April. See “Web Extra” page 21 on www.steinmetzac.com. Editing Team: Michael Amaya, Moriah Belt, Amanda Gidney, Anthony Guerrero, Continued • Jakwon Katarzyna Jalowiec, Celimar Lopez, from Page 1 Smith won Rebecca Romanenko Principal Excellent Stephen Ngo Sports Photo Journalism class reporters, Room 333 joined the of Breonn 1st period: Michael Amaya, Moriah Belt, group for Bland carry- Breonn Bland, Makennzee Curran, Jen- lunch and ing the ball nifer Garcia, Lechele Glispie, Arneshia received his at Winnemac Harris, Serlecia Jones, Anthony Lagunas, award, Princi- Field against Elizabeth Martinez, Alejandra Pacheco, pal of the Year. Lincoln Emanuel Pazmino, Phillip Quezada, Abra- Ms. Park. ham Roa, Heiddy Rodas, Anyssa Rodri- Schmidt guez, Alan Salazar, Andrea Silva, London nominated “Good, Vasquez, Aracely Ventura, Kyle Williams him because of sharp image his accessiblity of football 5th period: Steven Abanto, Denzel Brown, to students, action, Star co-editors-in chief Judy Czahor and Jennie Czahor, and junior editors Moriah Belt and Michael Amaya Taylah Brown, Lexus Castro, La’Keva responsiveness congratulate Mr. Ngo at the McCormick Media Awards ceremony, March 19 at the Chicago Cultural Society showing the Duncan, Jonathan Eustaquio, Brittany to issues in the dynamics of Garcia, Iriz Garcia, Amanda Gidney, Vic- paper, trust he the game.” toria Gonzalez, Esther Grimaldo, Antho- has in the journalism program, encour- hurt returning students.” ny Guerrero, Jocelyn Laguer, Lathea Lee, agement to the students, and participa- “This was an excellent story idea re- • Johann Sanchez won Excellent Non- Matthew Maggit, Dominic Masciopinto, tory spirit in the school. garding all the changes affecting seniors at sports Photo of Cesar Arce. Nakita Mccaa, Ivelise Mercado, Norjoria “It was clear to me and to the group the high school,” the judges commented. “Good, sharp photo of skateboard ac- Pratt, Ricky Rico, Brandon Robinson, who judged the award that Mr. Ngo is “The reporters included interesting details tion,” the judges commented. “Great angle Govani Rosales, Daniela Vargas, Esther a model for the sort of behavior that we such as students not allowed to wear col- and point of view.” Velazquez want to see in principals: someone who ored shoes, etc.” encourages student voice and student • Ricky Rico won Superior Editorial 8th period: Selene Acosta, Brenda journalism.” said Linda Jones, Roosevelt • Alan Salazar and Anyssa Rodriguez Drawing for his strike cartoon. Blanco, Norma Carrillo, Katie Christ, University professor and Scholastic Press received Excellent Feature Story for “Sex “The mayor and the CTU were happy David Cruz, Judith Czahor, Luis Diaz, Association of Chicago director. As part and relationship survey — Students fol- to settle the strike, but the forlorn student Jackueline Flores, Estefani Garcia, Julian of the award, the journalism department lowing national patterns.” asks, ‘What did we get?’ Excellent idea, Hemingway, Katarzyna Jalowiec, Celimar received $1,000. “This story was very close to being su- well executed, directly related to school Lopez, Luis Lopez, Erik Martinez, Jose A group picture by the Cloud Gate perior,” the judges commented. “Good, life,” the judges commented. “The drawing Martinez, Lisette Mendez, Cathy Meraz, sculpture (the Bean) in Millennium Park solid research and interpretation of survey elicited a wry chuckle.” Leticia Mombela, Lissette Monterroso, Ja- showing the Star staff feeling great after results. Nice package with the sidebars ex- mie Muro, Nathalie Ortiz, Jesus Ramirez, an inspiring day is on Star ‘Web Extra’ plaining the survey and why it was done.” • Norjoria Pratt won Excellent Origi- Julian Rice, Sergio Rodriguez, Rebecca page 21. nal Cartoon for her drawing about the Romanenko, Johann Sanchez, Anthony The Star entered 14 categories, and • Selene Acosta and Luis Diaz re- return of cookies to the lunchroom. Shanks, Vanessa Solis, Kandace Warren won nine awards. Steinmetz tied with ceived Excellent Community Story for “The drawing gets the point across. Morgan Park for the third most awards “Undocumented students apply for de- Excellent stylized drawings of a variety of Newspaper club reporters: overall. Star entries came from the four ferred action.” students faces, all showing delight.” Mirium Amin, Victoria Boccia, Ragina issues published before February. “Good local focus on this national Baggett, Mariceli Cadena, Joanna Colin, issue, with wide-ranging sources that • Jennie Czahor received mention for Jennie Czahor, Teresa Danko, Jisel Gar- • Jenny Garcia and Andrea Silva re- included students and counselors,” the “When you crush isn’t interested.” cia, Kala Geralds, Alejandro Hernandez, ceived Excellent News Story for “Changes judges commented. • Luis Hernandez, Trae Johnson, Ameerae Lunjas, Tridaya McGee, Justin Martinez, Michael Newson, Maria Sanchez, Koya Scott, Andres Suarez, Justyna Szczech, What do you want to see in the Star? Quijna Walton, Brenda Villegas, Jalan me and my hubby.” — Latavia Brown Veal, Saul Zamora By Arneshia Harris “There should be news about the school, like upcoming events, a sec- Seniors: The Newspaper Clubmeets on Thursdays he Star staff wants to hear from tion about jobs, like who is hiring, and Our June issue will be devoted to you! after school in Room 333. you. Please tell us what you like funny cartoons.” — Dashia Curtis We will print your photos, stories and Tor dislike, and what you want to “More senior events and we should shout-outs. Send an email by May 24 to The Steinmetz Starwelcomes letters to see in the paper. connect more to the outside world, like [email protected]. the editor, corrections, comments, and In a few weeks we’ll publish a May the Boston Marathon bombing.” — Include any or all of the following: bylined articles from all members of the paper and then in June, a special senior Asia Brown • Your college or career plans Steinmetz community. issue. “We should have a page dedicated • A favorite memory “We should have more senior stuff to senior events. But other than that I • A friend or teacher who inspired you Printing: Mr. Hugh Hefner’s October posted in the next paper and more think the paper great.” — Keana Tay- • Advice to the underclassmen 2012 donation pays for printing the shout-outs. The paper is good overall. I lor • Shout-outs to those you’ll miss Steinmetz Star at Newsweb Corporation, still have the February Star article about •

2 Steinmetz Star April 2013 Star Photo Opinion 3 How was spring break? Any April Fool’s Day pranks? AN AN A RRI LLO TTANY GA RCI A B RI TTANY BY V I EW BY LA’KEVA DUN C LA’KEVA BY I NTE R

BY MEKENNZEE C U RR MEKENNZEE BY “On April 1st, Ms. Russo went over a big “We went grocery shopping with my MA C NO R MA BY Shakespeare assignment that she said was due sister. On the way home we pretended “We saw Evil Dead, a good movie. We played “I went on a trip to the Dells and swam that day. Many of the students played along. I that the car had broken down so that baseball and basketball. We also went to Chuck every day. It was tons of fun. I even ate hadn’t started it, thinking it was due later on my little brothers had to carry the bags E. Cheese’s for our cousin’s birthday.” the yummy cheese. I see why they are in the week, and I was going to cry until Ms. home. We pulled up when they were Dita Mujkovic, freshman Zahira Ukoja, soph. known for it in Wisconsin.” Russo told the whole class ‘April Fools!’” finally getting home.” Chris Alfaro, junior Wendy Flores, senior Joseph Burns, senior aa c mC AN S OL ISI BY LATHEA LEE & N ak i ta & LEE LATHEA BY E C H RIS T I E KAT BY A SS A VANE BY BY LA’KEVA DUN C LA’KEVA BY “I did spring cleaning “I went to Memphis with “I spent my spring break practicing “One time we took the couch outside and “I tricked my brother into thinking he over spring break to my mother and brother.” soccer for our conference games. My my mom thought we got robbed. After she was adopted. He started crying and told help my mom.” Unique Macklin, team and I are committed to excel- called the police we told her ‘April Fools.’” on me so I got in trouble.” Amaria Joiner, senior senior lence.” Terrell Rowell, junior Mark Lichaj, teacher Ilse Torres, senior Letters Congratulations to Star and Mr. Ngo Class of 2013, join alumni association

April 6, 2013 To alumni, staff and family: We hope to see everyone at the FREE alumni 60th annual picnic on Sun- day June 23, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Catherine Chevalier Woods (East River Rd./South of Bryn Mawr) Grove #2. We have a pavilion, tent and food available at a modest cost All it cost is a little of your time. Want to volunteer that day?? We always need a helping hand?? Any questions, contact May Nel- All Steinmetz graduates, including today’s son, 708-456-3737 Email: stein- seniors, are welcome to join the alumni association and are invited to the June picnic. [email protected] Congratulations Seniors! Did you know ters per year which will enable you to keep the Steinmetz Alumni Association is one of informed of classmates, alumni activities the largest, most active high school alumni such as the FREE annual picnic, notice of associations in the US? We could not have class reunions, school activities, e-mail list- earned that reputation without everyone’s ings and other information. We also try help. Join to help continue friendships de- to assist the reunion committees with the veloped while in school. class lists and help in locating addresses of It costs only $25 for 5 years or $12 for 2 “missing” classmates. years. You will then receive at least 3 newslet- Sincerely, Dan Altobello

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______Former principal Make check out to the Steinmetz Alumni Association. Bring to office or Happy days for Hef mail to Steinmetz Alumni Association 3030 N Mobile, Chicago, IL 60634 February 5, 2013 says Star is great Dear Star, Thanks for the front page coverage of my February 20, 2013 Teacher praises improved students wedding to Crystal in the [January] Steinmetz Dear Star, February 15, 2013 you get too loud or need to take your seats. Star. I received a copy of the Feb 2013 Star. After subbing here for several years, I’ve The best part: more and more of you are These are very happy days for me. Congratulations to the staff. The pa- noticed Steinmetz’s students have changed completing your work. All best, per looks and reads great! for the better. You’re now wishing me a good Thanks for being the kind of students Hef Sincerely, Dr. Kiamos morning, listening to my instructions, ad- your teachers can admire. Hugh M. Hefner dressing me as sir, and apologizing to me if Sincerely, Peter Nerad

April 2013 Steinmetz Star 3 4 Star News In-school was a restful punishment Are hall sweeps working?

By Cathy Meraz By Daniela Vargas

pril 5 was my first day ever in being in in- he main purpose of hall sweeps is school suspension (ISS). It was a unique to stop students from being late Aexperience; something as a senior I didn’t Tto their classes. School adminis- think I would ever experience. I received ISS as trators think that with hall sweeps be- a punishment for being on my phone in class. ing held often students will think twice In the morning, I swiped my ID like it was a about being late or cutting class. regular school day and as soon as I swiped a big Students in In-School Suspension are not allowed to So are hall sweeps working? Disci- alarm went on and let the whole world know that talk. Most sleep, some read or do class work. plinarian Lorraine Frierson said that I had ISS. Attendance staff Chuck Bezold took my when hall sweeps had just begun there ID and told me to wait in the auditorium with the how polar bears meet their mates, and how the were a lot of students in 118, but now other students who had ISS for that day. bears will protect their mates. Sixth period lunch that has changed. Students seem to be We waited about 45 minutes in the auditorium came and we ate ham and cheese sandwiches, fruit getting the message and less students for all the other students to arrive. After that we and milk. After that we went back to sleep and are getting hall swept, she said. walked in a straight line to Room 603, in the mods. during 8th period we had some free time to talk. “I think hall sweeps are working; We had to stand next to the lockers and wait to I expected ISS to be a severe punishment, like they’re going to be continued 100 per- have an assigned seat by the person coordinating taking notes or some kind of torture, not a place in cent,” Dr Frierson said. “Security is ISS. After we were all seated the teacher checked which I could sleep all day. For me, it was perfect. working very hard with hall sweeps. with every student to make sure their phone was Did I really learn my lesson? Not really. I just slept They hall sweep everyday after every Photo taken during 8th period, powered off. After that we did school work or slept the whole day in ISS. Some of the students who period for about the first 10 minutes 5 minutes after the bell rang. all day, if we desired. come high to school don’t mind ISS just because of class.” Before lunch we were shown a movie about they can sleep all day. The reason why the school adminis- don’t serve your detention you can get • tration decided to start with hall sweeps a higher punishment, which would be was there were way too many tardies. in-school suspension. Teachers deal with rude students Teachers also get annoyed from clos- “The majority of the students serve ing and opening doors for late students their detentions, sitting quietly and at- because that interrupts their teaching tentively with Ms.Ocampo,” said Dr. time. Frierson. However, many students think that I had to go through the process of hall sweeps are a waste of time. hall sweep in January. I got hall swept “Hall sweeps are unnecessary be- for being late to lunch by like a minute. cause students are still in the hall after I found that to be really unfair be- the bell rings,” junior Rosaliz Gomez cause I think there’s no point of get- said. “There are so many students who ting hall swept when you’re going to get detentions, or cuts, even suspension, lunch because many students go to the and they still don’t care. Sometimes se- washroom or locker before lunch, but curity guards don’t ask why you’re late we can’t do that because we’ll be late to class, they just take your ID away.” and end up serving a detention after Dr. Frierson said that serving a de- school. Fortunately, after talking to Dr. tention after school is the perfect pun- Frierson, I was able to get my detention ishment for hall sweeps. However, if you cleared.• Tardy = lunch intervention

What is your limit on how much a student By Esther Grimaldo is being rude to you and students around them? “My limit is goes while the disrespect is vague, oud and rude students get more attention when someone insults another person or says than others, even though other students something that doesn’t get to a familiar point. Lneed attention, too. When being disrespected gets to the point of Everybody hears what the rude students say being personal and it interrupts the classroom and sees what they do. Sometimes they go past that’s when I start to take action.” the line of being tolerable to being intolerable. Have you ever gone off on a student? As students, we want to tell these people to calm “Yes. One time, a student was being com- down, but we don’t want to waste time arguing pletely disrespectful in front of the class, what with them. they were saying was disruptive and unnecessary. Teachers don’t want to pay more attention to The student kept saying ‘F*** you’. So I decided people who supposedly don’t deserve it, while to write her up, the report was for a suspension. others who need attention don’t get any. Teachers Next thing I knew, the suspension was dropped Some students just miss the bell, ending up with lunch intervention. have to not let things get personal, control them- to a parent-teacher conference and the student selves, and to keep everything in order. Teachers brought her parents to ask an apology from me. shouldn’t be prepared to come to school to pro- I started to questioned my authority, as to is this your bus, your ride cancelled on you, tect themselves when things get rough. going to happen every time I will write someone By Jenny Garcia or you just had a bad morning. Many The Star interviewed a teacher about the prob- up? But I still used my authority to write the students don’t have a car to make it to lem of rude students. student up and see if things will get better. ecently, after returning from school in 5-10 minutes, so it’s kind of Do you just let the rudeness slide? Has a student ever done something physi- spring break, students were in- more difficult to make it on time to “It depends on the day, the person I’m dealing cally to you? Rformed that lunch intervention school in order not to get lunch inter- with, lack of respect, and their attitude. Some- “Yes, wasn’t really my student either. This has returned. To avoid getting lunch in- vention. times I can read how students are, so I’ll know student was walking around my class. I decided tervention you have to come to school on “I was happy returning back to school how to deal with them based on how I read to check up on this student. And out of nowhere, time, before 8:00 a.m. If you’re late you from our spring break until the first them.” we were nose-to-nose. The student seemed like a will eat your lunch in Room 132. For thing in the morning they announced What are some obnoxious things students gorilla the way he popped up his chest to seem many students it has been pretty difficult lunch intervention was being brought have said to you? dominant. All that came out of his mouth were to avoid getting lunch intervention. back; I was very upset about that,” senior “I’ve heard ‘F*** you’, ‘You ain’t s***’, ‘You curse words, his own ID number and full name, “It’s kind of dumb to bring back Jorge Ramos said. “Lunch intervention don’t f***’ing know me’. One time, this student and ‘What the f*** are you going to do!?’ Thank- lunch intervention this late in the school should be brought back next year or at said ‘Your class is stupid, it’s a waste of time.” fully, one of his friends dragged him away from year,” senior Lenny Orde said. “It’s pretty least give us till 8:10 like last year.” What things they have said and done me.” hard getting to school on time. Most Some students have only been one or around you? Do you have any statements or quotes you of the time my bus is late, or the bus is two minutes late and they still get lunch “Homophobic and racist terms, boys talking would like to include for all those students slow, that’s something we can’t control intervention. Students think the fact that rude/nasty to girls, and boys handling or playing out there? and I don’t find it fair.” they tried making it on time should be around with girls wrong. Girls don’t see how this “A kid could ignore you, disrespect you, and Many things can go wrong in the considered. sets them up in the future, they might see it as become an issue all year. But, if for one day, he morning — you woke up late, missed • something that isn’t a big thing.” wants to learn, I’ll still be ready to teach him.” • 4 Steinmetz Star April 2013 Star News 5 Students plan for college Wright College looks good

By Ivelisse Mercado at open house

ven though seniors only have two more Emonths of high school left, many of them still do not know where they are going to school. But for those who have applied and been accepted to a col- lege of their choice, they’re relieved. Some tudents told the Star where they’re going and what they will study. “I’m actually thinking of going to Northeastern Uni- versity. I have some friends By Kandace Warren & Lissette Wright also has a variety of clubs, but that go there that tell me its Montrosso not too many sports. The only sports a good environment and they teams are basketball for men and women, also have my major, which is ilbur Wright College held an and wrestling for men. with kids and teaching them. open house from 5 - 8 p.m. on The Star asked senior Jasmine Cadiz I hear that their teaching pro- WApril 4. Wright is not a 4-year about her impressions of the school. grams are good too and that college; it’s a community college. What you like about the college? makes me really excited.” — Students took a tour of the school. I think that the college is nice, but Myra Ocampo. Wright is pretty big, and has a lot of dif- it’s too many Steinmetz students that go “I’m going to Columbia ferent classes for different areas of study. there. I also like that the school is not College to major in arts and During open house we also learned dirty, and is well kept together. material conservation.” — that Wright will help students financially. What was the most interesting thing Judy Czahor It is a good school to start off of if you at Wright? “I’m going to Columbia College to major Seniors: don’t want to go straight to a 4-year col- They have a very small variety of sports in fashion design. I know it will work best In our June issue we will publish lege. and clubs. I thought there would be more for me because I love anything that has to do college plans from our graduating They have big screen computers, and a stuff to join in college. Unfortunately they with art.” — Norjoria Pratt seniors. Please let us know where big library for students to do their work. don’t have cheerleading. “I plan on going to Southern Illinois Uni- you are going so we can include your There’s a great workout room and pool Now that you have visited open versity and major in music. I’m a saxophone information. Send an email by May 24 that students can use. The professors house, would you considered going to player.” — Dominiquetric Collins to [email protected]. were very nice and welcoming to all high Wright? “I’m going to Robert Morris to major See Page 2 for more information we’d schoolers that attended open house. Yeah, just to start off for now.• in computer science.” — Taylah Brown • like from you. Poetry slam team The quiet middle your talents shine and you don’t the library (which is why its a performs at LTAB By Michael Amaya have to be too vocal. As a self- bummer when it’s closed). described member of the quiet Lunch and gym classes can he poetry slam Tardy = lunch intervention he quiet kids. Every class middle, I know that having be the most awkward for quiet team performed has some and chances are just a few teachers you know people. But every case is dif- Tat Louder Than Tyou haven’t noticed them well enoughto have your voice ferent and people are quiet for a Bomb on February whatsoever. Being quiet in this heard can make a difference. I’ve certain reasons, so assuming will 21 and February 23 at school makes you nearly invis- had a lucky streak with my art get you nowhere because you Columbia Colleg. ible. and journalism classes where don’t know that person. “LTAB is fun,” junior I don’t talk very much, so the teachers actually paid at- I’m just a quiet person in Carissa Knox said. “You people assume I’m weird, but tention and I did work I was general. I talk around people meet new people, find assuming every quiet person proud of. My special thanks to I’m comfortable with.That’s like different writing styles is strange isn’t accurate. Quiet Ms. Schmidt and the art de- most other quiet people, shy or and get new ideas.” people are just less expressive vo- partment, even though I don’t slightly anti-social. And there is At LTAB, teams of cally than others, and because of know all the teachers. Anyone nothing wrong with that. 4-8 people or individuals this teachers and students don’t and everyone can feel comfort- Having a teacher who knows showcase original poetry notice them and might you and understands in a series of preliminary bouts and are “It’s a wonderful experience just to not even know a voice you can make all the judged on a scale from 1-10 by members go to support the team members and to the face. I’ve been Being quiet in this school difference . It can be of the general public. coaches,” junior Tavonna Howard said. marked absent count- talking to you one- But the competition is secondary, as “There are so many talented people in less times when I’m in on-one or just letting the phrase understood by all involved the world. Carissa is so legit; she brings class and the same for makes you nearly invisible. you be. Also a teacher notes: “It’s not about the points, it’s tears to so many.” when I’m not in class. who lets you be you, about the poetry.” • That’s on me, though, for not able with them. and doesn’t make you do oral speaking up. Getting out of your shell presentations, is a gift from a The few who try to get quiet completely is a daunting task, higher power. people to talk don’t really make but it just takes something No one in general likes a dent. You’ll usually just get you’re passionate about to give having to give an oral presen- Free prom dresses May 4 short or simple responses. But you a push. Ironically, for me tation. Going through with he Glass Slipper Project is an orga- On Saturday, May 4, at McCorkle to be fair, how does one answer that passion is writing, where it is a nightmare, especially if nization that gives away free prom School, 4421 S. State, the boutique the question, “Why don’t you my words are printed on paper you don’t ever talk. Having to Tdresses and accessories. opens at 9:00. Numbers will be handed talk?” People asking,“Why are and not exactly heard, but my present among classmates for “The Glass Slipper Project collects out prior to opening. Interested girls you so quiet?” can be a pain. point does get across, which is an extended period of time is new and almost-new formal dresses should go to the website www.glassslip- The quiet middle is misun- vital. literally the worst. and accessories and provides them, free perproject.org or call the Glass Slipper derstood. Just because a person The quiet people do get So if you’re a wallflower, be of charge, to students who are unable Project Hotline at (312) 409-4139. is shy, doesn’t want to talk, or is some blame here. Certain situ- proud of that, and when the to purchase their own prom attire,” its “Go early, have breakfast, the line uncomfortable, they shouldn’t ations call for your voice to be situation does arise, make your website states. “Students do not need to will be long, but there are dresses for be considered an outcast. Sadly, heard and you need to speak up voice heard. Not everyone is a prove any type of financial hardship in everyone,” said senior Amanda Gidney, when quiet people try to speak for yourself. Being quiet isn’t the social butterfly, and that’s not order to get a dress from us. who went to the boutique on April 20. up their voices aren’t heard. The worst thing in the world it just a revelation. People come out “The Glass Slipper Project distributes “It’s an all-day thing,” she said. “I was louder, more talkative people makes high school that much of their shell when they want. the dresses at the Glass Slipper ‘bou- number 496 out of more than 700. I left usually win that match. more insufferable. The cafeteria Like it says on the walls in the tiques’ each prom season, where each there with a dress, shoes, and accessories. Quiet kids can excel in cer- is a prime example. Sometimes journalism room “everyone has student receives individual assistance I liked it. I had a nice lady who helped tain situations, like art or band there is the small band of quiet a story worth telling.” from a volunteer ‘personal shopper’ as me out. I love my dress.” classes, which are classes where kids at a table, but most prefer • she shops for the dress of her dreams.” •

April 2013 Steinmetz Star 5 6 Star News Another New sergeant inspires female cadets

successful By Gabby Pineda

ergeant First Class Tammy Amaro is the newest JROTC Military Ball Instructor and the very first female JROTC instructor at SSteinmetz. SFC Amaro feels very welcomed by students and JROTC Instructors. “When I first found out we would have a female instructor, I didn’t know how that would affect the entire brigade,” junior Ashley Aquino said. “However, I knew that she was going to try her absolute best as an instructor and role model we need not only for ROTC, but all young ladies as well. She’s a great addition to our program, and I’m glad to have her here.” SFC Amaro says she loves all the cadets from the JROTC program and is hoping she stays long enough to see her freshman class graduate. Koya Scott, Nicole Perry, Josh Medrano, Angel Dejesus SFC Tammy Amaro and SFC Phillip Yangas This is her first time teaching as an instructor in a school. SFC Amaro retired in 2011 after 30 years of service in the United States By Luis Hernandez Army. She served both on active duty and in the reserves. SFC SFC Amaro comes from a military family. Her father served Amaro served in the Army as a senior human resources manager, in the Navy during World War II and her uncle also served in the he annual Military Ball took place at Zam a training non-commissioned officer, and a certified unit leader Army. Her family fully supported her decision to serve in the Armed Zam banquets on March 22 and was a major for the Drug Demand Prevention Program. She is also a certified Forces. SFC Amaro also supports students who want to join the Tsuccess. Over 200 cadets, 15 staff members, combat lifesaver. military as well as those who are considering it. and even veterans attended the ball. • ”I enjoyed it very much,” Principal Stephen Ngo said. “It was nice venue, everyone was proper, the color guard performance was excellent and the cadets were in uniform. I’m very proud of our JROTC.” The veterans impressed everyone with their speeches. The speech by Frank Amaros, a special guest, was described as “very inspirational” by Cinthya Catalan. SFC Billy Hill paid tribute to our fallen in his speech and a table was set aside for those who could not join us that night. Esteban Gamboa, Carlos Sanchez, Andres Reyna, Carmelo Rios, Additional highlights of the Ball were the Brandon Roman, Eric Salinas crowning of the court, dinner, and dancing.•

Julian Salgado, Vanessa Villareal , Javier Delgado, Silvia Rodriguez Ruben Hernandez Melissa Lopez

Military ball photos by moriah belt and JROTC Awesome senior events for May and June ey, Senior Streaks! Ten students can attend for every one adult spending the night. want to sit. All seats are assigned until after dinner. It’s hard to believe that the year is quickly coming to If you want to have a large Lock IN – start recruiting staff Monday, June 17 - Senior Luncheon, Mystic Blue Ha close for the class of 2013! But before we send you off members NOW!!! Boat Cruises, 12:30 - 4:30 into the world, there are some special events to be celebrated Friday, May 17 - Rescheduled Panoramic Photo, The senior luncheon is held on a boat cruise leaving from first. Below you will find a list of some of the set senior events 7th and 8th periods Navy Pier. It is a really wonderful event with a buffet lunch, and some that are in the proposal stages. You should already This is a photo taken on the front campus of the entire beautiful scenery and dancing. The cost of the event is $50 have this information, but to make sure you all do, the Star senior class. Students will be signed out of their seventh and per person. Students and staff can pay at Student Services. is putting them on its pages as a reminder! eighth period classes and will meet in the main auditorium. The students will ride school buses after graduation practice Friday, May 10 - Saturday, May 11 - Senior Lock After being lined up by height, the students will go outside that day to get to Navy Pier. We encourage parents, staff and In, 8:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. for the photo. guests to take these buses as well to avoid parking fees and This event is an overnighter where the students are “locked Students and staff can purchase the pictures by paying $18 potentially being late (which has happened, resulting in a in” all night with very brave staff members. There are many at student services up until May 20th. parent missing the boat). activities going on all night: food, music, karaoke, more food, Saturday, June 8 - Steinmetz Prom, Hyatt Regency Students who received a 20 or higher when they took the video games, movies, dodge ball, volleyball, basketball, ice O’Hare 9300 W. Bryn Mawr, Rosemont, IL, ACT last year at Steinmetz will receive half off the cost of their cream sundaes, swimming and more! Rosemont Ballroom, 6:30 p.m.- midnight own ticket to the event. They will receive special notices soon. Students pay $20 for the event (to cover the cost of food). The cost for the prom is $85 for an individual, $160 for a This is a great event, and one definitely not to be missed! Student applications for the event will be available on May couple. The ABSOLUTE final date to pay for prom is Friday, Deadline to pay for the Luncheon is June 12, 2013. 3rd during seniors’ lunch periods (Room to be announced). May 24th at Student Services. Students must have less than Other events: Students will need their IDs to get the applications. Those $200 in debts in order to make payments for prom. We are still finalizing the dates for our Senior Awards Night receiving applications need to get signatures from their parent/ If we do not have at least 100 people with a $30 deposit and a possible Senior/Staff Talent Show. As soon as these dates guardian (whether you are 18 or not), the discipline office and paid by May 1st, we will not be able to order prom favors are set, we will let the seniors know. Ms. Russo before they can make payments. Ms. Russo can (souvenirs) this year. Remember that all money for prom For any questions regarding these events, please feel free to be found in her office in the back of room 113, before school comes from you, and we cannot order anything for prom contact Ms. Russo at [email protected]. Or stop by her office and during 2nd and 3rd periods. DO NOT INTERRUPT (decorations, souvenirs, king and queen crowns, etc.) unless at the back of Room 113. HER CLASS TO GET SIGNATURES! you have made your payments. Wednesday, June 19, Graduation, 7:00 p.m. The number of students who are able to attend is based on Prom seating arrangement forms will be available near the For questions regarding graduation, please speak with Ms. the number of staff members who are willing to stay all night. end of May so that students can select those with whom they Szulkowski.• 6 Steinmetz Star April 2013 Star News 7 1000’s protest CPS plan to close more than 50 elementary schools

By Teresa Danko

housands of teachers, parents, and stu- dents rallied in Daley Plaza on March T27 in opposition to the Chicago Pub- lic Schools and Mayor Rahm Emanuel’s plan to close more than 50 elementary schools. Sophomore Vicky Jackson and seniors Teresa Danko and Jennie Czahor met with organizers at the Albany Park Neighborhood Council (APNC) and joined the city-wide group, Chicago Students Organizing to Save Our Schools (https://www.facebook.com/ csosos) at the rally. Vicky, Teresa, and Jennie helped lead the crowd. “They led the march on March 27 in front of thousands of people,” APNC organizer Ma- ria Degillo said. “They were amazing!” Senior Jennie Czhor leads some chants at the March 27 rally • PHOTOs BY Teresa Danko Joyful teacher James Greco (More than) 10 things you should know about Christopher Javier

By Quijna Walton

r. Javier went to Downers Grove South High School then graduated Mfrom UIC with both an undergradu- ate degree and a masters. “I like science because of the search for an answer,” he said. “I didn’t like it in high school, but I was really good at it. Originally I wanted to teach English.” Before Steinmetz, he taught Environmen- tal Science to 7-9 graders at Young Women’s Leadership Charter School. “The difference between charter and union

GA RCI A schools is that there’s more support for teachers in union schools,” he said. “I can connect and reach out to other science teachers for help. I feel like when it comes to students they’re pretty much the same when it comes to their needs, Science teacher Christopher Javier because there are a lot of smart students who Italian teacher James Greco works with a student I E S TEFAN BY PHOTO just need that extra push.” it’s what makes him who he is. He teaches freshman biology and sopho- PHOTO BY KASIA JALOWIEC By Anthony Guerrero “I enjoy teaching Italian because it’s more chemistry at Steinmetz. my native language and I love teaching He loves Steinmetz because, the co-ed student Mr. Javier is not sure if he’s going to be teaching ave you ever met a teacher it because it represents me,” Mr.Greco body adds more balance to classrooms, it’s a bigger next year. He said there’s a lot of changes in his life so devoted to his job? If you said. school, there’s a wider ranges of personalities, with due to him being newly married. His wife is the Hhaven’t, you’ve never met Ital- He knows more than just Italian, he awesome teachers and students. He’s versatile as a next Vera Wang; she’s a wedding dress designer. ian teacher James Greco. He is the speaks Spanish, French and Albanian. teacher and a coach. Mr. Javier has considered going to medical school most joyful teacher you’ll ever get to He doesn’t consider teaching a job Mr. Javier is 25 years old. in the future. meet. because he loves doing what he does. “My youth helps me connect with my stu- He’s not afraid of challenges. His favorite quote He tells us stories about his country “If you love what you do, you don’t dents,” he said. “I feel like sometimes teachers is: “When things get tough that’s when you see and shows us videos of the cities in have to work one day for the rest of forget how it was to be young and don’t really set people’s true character.” Italy. He runs in the morning to stay your life,” Mr. Greco said. realistic expectations for students. He likes Japanese movies and “Game of in shape and is really just a great guy He’s an outstanding teacher. No “Traditional teaching has its place but for con- Thrones” and “The Walking Dead” TV shows. to meet and get to know. That’s why matter what, he will always make you cepts it’s better to give examples when it’s not His favorite book is Enders Game, because of Mr.Greco is different from the rest. His laugh and have a good time. working.” the “science fiction and relatability of having to class is always fun and exciting to go “He’s really a great and nice teach- His sophomore students are enthusiastic about rise up to peoples expectations.” to. He tells us jokes and we all listen er,” junior Michelle Garcia said. “Mi his teaching. He’s a Lebron James fan and Baltimore Ravens to the stories of Italy and its culture, piace il proffersor Greco.” “He’s a very interactive teacher, who is very fan. Both won championships. food, and sites. “Mr.Greco is an awesome teacher; understanding,” Juan Sanchez said. “He’s also a His tastes in music are varied. He likes The Mr. Greco came to the U.S when he makes everyday in class fun and very good basketball player.” Beatles, Billy Joel, J-Cole, Kanye West, Justin he was just 15 years old. He came from makes everyone feel comfortable,” ju- “He has awesome hair,” Edmund Doones. Timberlake, Fun, and Adele. the southern region of Calabria, Italy. nior Dominic De Luca said. “He an “He’s a very entertaining teacher,” Ana Caci- His favorite foods are Mexican, Italian, Japa- The reason he loves teaching Italian is awesome person all around.” que said. “He has a good way of making learning nese. He loves lamb chops. • chemistry fun.” • Night school blues Alternatives to summer/night school and when you are prepared you take the quiz. school. If you go to school and do not By Rebecca Romanenko After you have completed all quizzes for the unit, By Erik Martinez receive a passing grade, there’s no time you complete the unit exam and move on to the for jobs, no time for after school activi- hen most students fail a class, they take next one. You are graded only on the test scores. tudents try to overcome multiple ties, no time for hanging out because summer school or night school. There A satellite course entails having packets of work obstacles in life, such as school, night school keeps you away from Ware, however, two more options that for the subject you failed sent to you. You are to Sjobs, and extracurricular activi- fun. most students aren’t offered. If you don’t have the complete them on your own time and send them ties. A student works through his or her “I regret failing my classes,” said time to take night or summer school, you can take in. As you complete the course, you are to complete day in sections. First, you go to school, Sergio Quiroz, a Taft senior who comes a satellite or online class. They are more expensive, a specified number of tests. then go to work or after school activi- here for night school. “I could have but they work better for some. Satellite courses As a student who has tried all four options of ties, such as sports or hanging around been working and playing soccer. One cost $96, online cost $116. making up credits, I had the easiest time with the with friends. little mistake messed it all up.” To take a course online, you are given about satellite and online courses. Everything starts with the first part: • a month. You are given lessons to take notes on, •

April 2013 Steinmetz Star 7 8 Star News Student voice committee Family road trip horrors pushes for water fountains By Jackueline Flores sually people would think that traveling to a Ubeautiful state like Cali- fornia would be so much fun, right? Unfortunately, it wasn’t fun for me. Of course I was ex- cited and pumped to leave and enjoy beautiful weather, but I didn’t think of the road trip at all. The weather in Illinois was Cousins sophomore Jenny Liera and senior Jackueline Flo- Some SVC membes: Freshman Madison Isidore, junior Juan Alvarez, so bad that all I wanted to do res took a road trip in March to California with family teacher-sponor David Gonzalez, freshman Raul Costilla Raul was enjoy the sun. But traveling by car for two whole days was By Jonathan Eustaquio charge of the water fountains explained to nothing but torture. I don’t usually com- The only thing I enjoyed while being in us that they have fixed or tried to fix some. plain like this, but seriously it was the worst! the car was seeing the mountains and the he SVC (Student Voice Committee) He explained to us that we need a update on Having to sit in a crowded vehicle filled Grand Canyon. We actually stopped and met with school principal Stephen the school by CPS for us to have everything. with nine people is very uncomfortable. got out to see it. It was beautiful. Driving TNgo on April 9 and April 26 to discuss In addition to the water fountain discus- One person there was a little girl about the that long can make your ears hurt really the health issue of getting the school new sion, in our first meeting with Mr. Ngo, age of 6. I was stuck sitting with her for bad, but I got through it. water fountains with cold and clean water SVC members mentioned that some stu- quite a while. This little girl kept moving We finally arrived at Corona Hills, Cali- or trying to step up our own water fountains dents here are treated unfairly by security around everywhere as if there was enough fornia. I had a great time there. When ar- with cleaner water supply. In addition, we guards and sometimes violently. We talked room to do so. While traveling she was riving with my family to my aunt’s house had a small talk about security attitude and about some students getting pushed, even the only one who got car sick. She began we felt so welcomed. They had a cookout some of their favoritism with some students. girls get pushed with force, for the simple to puke in Utah. She also peed on herself and food was waiting for us. Being able to SVC member Cindy Salcedo created a fact that they cut line for lunch. right after we had stopped for her to use see family that I haven’t seen in forever was presentation about the importance to a clean Junior Gabby Pineda expressed her the restroom. just amazingly beautiful. water resource. The information that was frustration.“I honestly don’t think that se- It was frustrating how she kept wanting My newborn cousin was also there and I given to the principal made him think about curity will change; this has been happening to stop every hour to eat, use the washroom was beyond excited to see her. She’s so tiny our water resources and how we should im- for all three years that I have been here as or just to get out of the car. My family and and adorable. My mom and aunt helped prove our water fountains to the safety of a student,” Gabby said. “They are used to I just wanted to get there and with all these my aunt with her babygirl out a lot. the students. treating the students the way they treat them stops it took much longer. The very next day we went to my cous- In our second meeting a technician in now. Why would it change now?” The thing that irritated me the most in’s 15. It was a lot of fun dancing to music I • was that we didn’t even listen to music! never really listened to. Sadly we spent only I could’ve but I didn’t want my phone to a little bit of time there, but we definitely Star staff member opinion:Rethink die and my aunt took over the car charger. went out and had fun. We went to Disney, After 16 hours of driving we finally Las Vegas, and Universal Studios. the idea of banning guns arrived in Denver, Colorado, where we When it was time to come back home planned to stay and rest. It was very cold I was really sick. Everyone and everything during this time and my mom couldn’t got me upset. It did lead to some arguments sleep because the room was too hot for with the people traveling with me. I didn’t her. Therefore she decided to open up the mean it, but I was just so sick. My cold window during the night; of course I ended ended up being really bad that it caused up getting sick with a cold. I was so upset me to have an ear infection which lasted at the fact that I was going to spend my two weeks. days in California sick. •

Star staff member opinion: Crying about bullying won’t help

Adviser’s note for Internet version soften up their children, and they don’t know of the April Steinmetz Star: how to handle bullying. They contradict them- After we print the Star we correct errors selves. They butter up the children, then when think, “Well, if we take the guns away we missed so that the web PDF version is the children get bullied and they don’t know By Victoria Boccia from the criminals, the killings will stop.” improved. what to do, they expect the children to go to Okay, yes, that’s going to work. Crimi- Because several statements in Victoria’s the parents. very time an innocent person is nals, who plan how to kill someone, will piece upset many students and staff mem- Parents who are over protective soften up killed in a shooting, you hear people find the things needed to kill someone. bers, we are deleting these statements. At their children. When a child gets bullied, the Esaying, “Let’s ban all guns!” Oh re- So will banning gun stop them? the same time, we remind readers that this child is expected to tell an adult, as if it were ally? Banning gun is going to solve the You take your law abiding citizens’ is one student’s opinion. to solve the problem. It doesn’t. The school problem? guns away, and then the crime and vio- We will be printing responses to this system doesn’t talk about the real world. And Humans are pretty creative. Let’s take lence in the city continues! What hap- piece in our May issue. when they soften up the children, it doesn’t all the guns out, and get down to the pened? Oh no! They’re still shooting! Not prepare them for the real world. And when stabbing. Let’s use some bows and ar- only are they shooting, but they’re stab- By Victoria Boccia they come across something bad in the real rows, archery seems pretty cool. But it’s bing. They might even use metal bats. world, the child won’t be prepared and won’t not possible to take out every single gun Hey, criminals have lots of time on their utlawing bullying is not going to know what to do due to the parents and au- in the country. And don’t give me that hands; they might as well get creative. help. You can’t stop bullying, ever. At thority buttering them up. optimistic phrase “anything is possible”, Consider this: Many drugs are illegal and Osome point in your life, you’re going They also tell you not to get violent. Well, because if you say that, then is it possible people still manage to get them. Must be to get offended. And since when did insulting if someone punches you in the face and bullies for something to be impossible? Which a mystery as to how they got them. someone or telling the truth give someone the you, the authority (teachers) expect you to tell makes the phrase divide by zero and break There are too many guns, and crimi- thought of making a big deal out of it? them and “not fight back.” Well, how is that time space and the universe explodes. nals will find a way to get them; which You can’t stop bullying on the internet ei- going to solve the problem? Maybe they won’t There’s entirely too many guns in this is why death penalty should be used. ther. What are you going to do? Call the in- do it to you in school, but outside of school, country to ban them. I’m not going to get into a description ternet police? No. I suggest to people if they’re or when you’re walking home, and you see the How exactly would banning guns go- of the death penalty, because the softies being bullied, to unplug their computer. Be- bully around the corner, the teacher isn’t going ing to stop gun violence? The law-abiding out there won’t enjoy a little imagination cause if people really can’t brush it off their to be there, holding your hand, protecting citizens, you know, the average Americans and creativity. The death penalty always shoulder and they really care what other people you. Sometimes it’s necessary to fight back, who listens and follows to all the rules and works. Just like bows and arrows, in Me- tell them that they know isn’t true, then I don’t but only when you know the time is right. I’m laws, will follow the rule of Gun Ban, if it dieval Times, the death penalty was pretty think they deserve to be called heroes at all. not advocating violence; I’m just saying that ever became a law. But most of the people fun. Killing these criminals in brutal ways Telling an adult about being bullied is not when you need to defend yourself, it’s what is using the guns are the criminals. And you could be an option to locking them up. • going to solve your problem. These parents needed to be done. •

8 Steinmetz Star April 2013 Star News 9 Illness forces senior to Art students succeed in make life-style change All-City and other contests

Marcos Gabriel, Ana Casique, Juan Alvarez

By Luis Lopez

leven students won awards in the All City High School Art Exhibition. The art de- Epartment took the artists and friends on a small field trip after school on March 22 to see the exhibition. Amanda Gidney, Easter 2012 Easter 2013 “It was pretty cool to have my artwork dis- played in a gallery,” said senior Josh Espinoza. nets,” Amanda said. “For the first couple Students get to choose which work they By Judy Czahor of months, she was very strict about my wanted to submit and could submit up to three Brandon Pozos diet and me taking my medications. After pieces. Their work can be seen at Gallery 37, enior Amanda Gidney suffered from a while she went back to eating junk food 66 E. Randolph. an episode of diabetic ketoacidosis, and so did I. I tried to substitute sugary Over 300 students from more than 40 dif- Swhich means her body was not pro- drinks with water and Crystal Light. Then ferent CPS high schools submitted work. All ducing enough insulin to survive so she I started to drink just water.” City featured all different types of artwork from was nearly knocked unconscious. As many have witnessed, Amanda has portraits, still life, landscapes and many more. “I was aware of what was going on, but been losing great amounts of weight. She “This was my first time my artwork was in a when your blood sugar goes up over 500 wants to address what is really happening. gallery and it still feels surreal,” junior Marcos you become confused, you are unable to “I have lost some weight from walking Gabriel said. basically control your own senses,” she and eating better,” she said. “Whenever I Students also won prizes in two other re- said. “I was on the floor and my family would walk it would have a dual purpose. cent contests, the “I Am,” Animal Rights, and was trying to give me Gatorade but they I would get upset and go walk to get out Peurto Rican parade poster contests didn’t know that the carbs and sugar were of the house. The walking was also good All the Steinmetz work awarded in these only making the situation worse. Later for my health. In reality, the reason that contests may be seen on pages 10-14. Josh Espinoza my body couldn’t handle what was in my I’ve lost this much weight is the diabetes. • stomach, so I threw up, and then I was It’s nice to hear the compliments and stuff PHOTOs courtesy melissa gerleve, teacher rushed to the hospital.” but when it comes down to it, I’ve lost She spent four days in the hospital as most of the weight because I’m sick. Right tests were performed. She was put on an after I went to the hospital is when I was insulin drip for three days to get her back the most sick and lost the most weight.” Norjoria Pratt in art exhibition to normal. During those three days, she She doesn’t think of her weight loss Senior Norjoria Pratt was not allowed to eat. as an accomplishment, but as more of a (shown with her fam- “After the hospital, my mom cleaned necessity. ily) was chosen with 12 out the stuff I couldn’t eat from the cabi- • other African American artists to reflect on chil- dren and their future Help Mentoring Moms—Recycle Cooper Wire in “Which Way Our Steinmetz is sponsoring copper wire recycling to raise Children,” an exhibit money for Mentoring Moms. Bring old computer cords to at the Chicago Temple the school which we will strip for the copper. that ran in February and Your donation will raise money; you’ll receive service May. None of the other learning hours. Bring the cords to the front entrance. artists were students. • PHOTO BY melissa gerleve ASM jewelry challenges artists to do more

PHOTos BY norjoria pratt

By Norjoria Pratt Nora Maite Nieves said. “Some of the projects the students don’t have to use the same old string and beads, for example, make jewelry out of unconventional materials.” old wire or shells from the beach can be used. fter School Matters (ASM) offers many artistic pro- One the projects ASM students did was to make necklaces “ASM jewelry making gives you the opportunities to learn grams to many students. I chose to be in the jewelry out of used purses. We also made jewelry inspired by art and something you haven’t done before,” junior Michelle Pellot Amaking program. This program helps you think celebrity icons. said. “It challenges you to do more.” outside the box. You learn from the basics and work your Ms. Nieves started teaching in the 2012 fall semester. She It’s not too late to be a part for the jewelry making pro- way up. It takes a lot of patience, but it is worth it. has also taught ASM drawing and painting. She showed us gram. There is an extended program that starts at the end “The program offers the professional working field experi- how to make jewelry in ways we never thought of. The end of April. Also, there is a summer jewelry making session at ence that students can add to their resources,” ASM teacher piece is something productive and creative. Jewelry makers downtown. • April 2013 Steinmetz Star 9 10 Art & Star Poetry Contest Winners Letter to the “it” girl By Amanda Gidney

Dear Little Miss Thinks-She’s-So-Big, You’re Not. Ever since I was a little girl, you have made my life a living you know what With your popular group of friends, expensive shoes and fake nails. You have copied my homework and I’m pretty sure you don’t even know my name. You have everything a girl could want, yet you complain that your custom gym shoes haven’t arrived from Paris yet.

You got that Hair done Nails done Everything did, type of attitude.

On those Saturday nights when you’re out partying, getting drunk and high I’m at home studying for that next big test that Brandon Pozos, Free Your Mind you’ll probably try and cheat off me from Jennifer Lee Seeing Beyond the Beast Whisperin’, “What’s number one?” See, I wasn’t invited to your little shindig I sat at home in my party dress till 10 o’clock until I noticed you didn’t have my number But it’s all right, I’ll just watch you live your shallow life from the shadows And watch you self destruct

Sincerely, That Girl You Don’t Know

I’m here By Grey Abanto

I’m here Right next to you Right in front of you I’m here Yet you don’t seem to see me Johann Sanchez Physically we’re only separated by about a foot Diego Lagunas Spectrum Painting But when I look at it with emotion The distance between us becomes Wider than an ocean

And I reach across the open space To one of you I reach To all of you I reach To anyone I reach

And when I finally get tired of reaching... One of you Reaches out to me And I take your hand

I have to dislocate my shoulder And curse my arm so it can stretch to ungodly lengths to reach But I take your hand And then I pull you close to me

And most people don’t understand How big a deal it is to be one of the people who matter most to me Because at one point, the number of people on this side of the gap Was less than three Josh Espinoza Fanny Reyes The Impossibility of Capturing Lost Feeling I used to have room for only one but then A Man’s Best Friend That one ripped my heart into By Alan Salazar Two, four, eight, ten, twenty And now, there’s enough for everyone to have a piece of me When you leave home I wait for you, I stare out the window, sometimes I enjoy the view But it’s not enough You don’t come home until hours and hours pass It’s not enough that I have people to take up a part of me Every day I wonder how long your trip will last I need someone to put the parts back together Then one day you didn’t come back Someone who can not only cross the gap Everyone left the house, But close the gap felt like my heart was under attack Someone who can cure my loneliness, and fill the void inside me My friends and I took a trip to a weird place, I could sense that you were around And so I stand here I looked all over the place, Looking out across this gap even behind a cement stone in the ground With a few close friends behind me but you were nowhere to found Waiting for love... to find me. I began to cry for you Then I remembered that even humans die too I’ll always be your friend More poems: Page 22 (“web extra” pages) even if the last day comes and it’s The End. Jennifer Lee Forever Love

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Norjoria Pratt

A Sonnet of Unrequited Love and Heartbreak By Jennie Czahor

I remember the blood across my cheek, so much at one time, I seem to tire. I can’t keep fighting like this, what I seek and nothing can seem to stop the fire.

I’ve turned pale from fighting so long. I’m weak, jaded even, but can’t complain. Still, I continue on, as She, I’m strong, though every glance towards me brings up the pain.

I try to pick up the pieces often and tell myself, “It’ll be over soon.” Katerin Terranova LaSoledad But the agony won’t seem to soften and out of loneliness, I’m left to brood.

Is it me that keeps deserved love away, or them of this generation that stray?

Luis Lopez Perfection By Quijna Walton

You stare at me. Picking and pulling parts of me, Trying to create perfection.

Like an open canvas, Elvis Ramirez Splitting Up Family You paint over my mistakes so much I no longer know what A Curse Behind Her Eyes Broken Trust the original piece is. By Esther Grimaldo By Judy Lobello

I am in pieces. All it takes is one look trust is like a mirror A broken statue that you try One look and I am hers it shatters into pieces to recreate into what you desire. I never thought it would end like this the world is made of faith, trust, That one look and pixie dust Marcos Gabriel What are your desires. You repeat my fate never trust an unknown future Tell me, and I shall please. It is now the living end for the both of us never lie to someone who trusts you blood is thicker than water Please. Your curse revealed who you are I don’t trust as far as I can throw them Tell me I exceed your standards, I know it seems foolish to others some people can’t be trusted and that I am everything that But I wouldn’t have it any other way I have so many friends but you require and need. I can trust only half of them Let us drink under the moonlight to once I trusted someone Because I need to be set free. eternal bliss I couldn’t trust anyone else For I have been a prisoner to perfection Her warmth is like a mother’s love who can I trust? for far too long. But with eyes as cold as Neptune the only person I trust is myself trust takes years to build And I long to be me. Pretty in black trust can die mistrust blossoms A painting of imperfection and a I thought I’ve seen it all into something worse statue of undisirable features. But one look at her eyes trust is hard to find. Makes me think I haven’t seen Because my features are a constant everything in this world reminder that I am not like everyone Closure else. I am not a clone. All it takes is one look By Teresa Danko One look and I am hers So do not clone me. I never thought it would end like this If you are going to I refuse to be identical to the main That one look leave my life, stream. Darling, Eyes burning hotter than the sun At least close the door Allow me to be a piece of coal in a But it’s alright Behind you fist full of diamonds, because I know They go great with that cold abyss Because the cold winds I am not perfect. Although I do know I she calls a mouth Still rush through the door am perfectly imperfect. A voice that could soothe even the And linger around my home Ja’Juan Greer Happy Valentine’s Day wildest beast Leaving an eerie chill And to me that is perfectly fine. That reminds me of you The wild beast called my heart And of course I get curious Let her be my anchor So from time to time Let I be her ship I follow the footsteps The annual Steinmetz Star Poetry Contest And let this fairytale be sempiternal. You left behind And each time I see you in April, National Poetry Month you seem See Page 12 for winners. Perfectly fine.

April 2013 Steinmetz Star 11 12 Art & Star Poetry Contest Winners A Future By Iriz Ilumin

Today, I lost faith in a generation Today’s generation I watched compassion die In a garbled death-whisper of apathy Through a liquid crystal window I glimpsed the future A future... Where the people do not believe in pain Because they cannot imagine Ever feeling it themselves

A future... Where the people cut lifelines Katerin Terranova I am Afro Colombian Because they cannot imagine Ever needing one themselves

A future... Where half of the world wants to die And the other half cheers from the sidelines Nobody looking past their own angst

Today, I saw a plague infect a populace Today’s society I watched as a virus descended to infiltrate minds Controlling words on the tongues of children On a glass highway for light I glimpsed the future

A future... Where the seeds of every thought Are spoken to the breeze Taking root in waiting ears

A future.. Katerin Terranova Moonlight Where every word spreads the infection And all attempts at a cure Are laughed at or ignored into submission

A future... Where every word spreads disease And the other half contracts it Nobody looking further than a spittle Fanny Reyes WHen I was Human in breaths of the build up in lungs

Today, I watched a generation destroy themselves Today’s generation I was battered and bruised in the crossfire Of unprovoked attacks for attention Through volume controlled speakers I heard the talk of the future

A future... Joshua Espinosa Emotional Chaos Where whimpers escape the lips Of those refusing to hear the gunfire Or even acknowledge the battle The Nightmare A future... By Radek Stasik Where there are no unities And nobody cooperates Something is keeping me up every night For fear eyes may shift focus from them It’s a tough fight To earn my right to sleep A future... As I creep That has started now In the darkness That began the first day a cry was ignored Nothing can be seen in my sight That I am afraid of I wish this was all just a dream Jennifer Lee Thoughts of a Stimulated Conscience A nightmare Today I wanted to change the future People don’t care, people lie, people die, people cry But I do not know if I have the power People breathe I glimpsed the future but some are still searching for a reason why A future... I guess all I can do is Bleak. keep my head up high I guess all I can do is change the world Do or do not. There is no try Tiffany Kolodziej wins Star poetry Shoot for the stars or get shot, my words that I live by contest for National Poetry Month But this nightmare, it’s trying to kill me 1st Place poets: Tiffany Kolodziej, Radek Stasik, Teresa Danko, I have so much ambition but no motivation Breonn Bland, Amanda Gidney, Iriz Ilumin and Alan Salazar It got me to believe that I can’t do it All the poets who submitted work to the Star, whose work appears In a world so hateful and tragic, on pages 10-13, received 1st place, 2nd place, or 3rd place awards. It looks down on those people that have a passion Twenty readers judged the poems (in a format that didn’t show the But I stay hopeful poets’ names). While “Mommy” received the top score, each poem If I got nothing to live for, then I got something to die for had its admirers. Poets may come to Room 333 to receive their And it’s my name and the soul that I wear certificates from the Star editors. I will overcome this nightmare, I swear. Katerin Terranova Free Your Mind

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Mommy By Tiffany Kolodziej

Mommy, I scraped my knee. Can you kiss it and make it better? The blood is scary. Mommy, look! I got an A on my spelling test! Are you proud of me? The teacher says I did a really good job. Mommy, look, I drew our family. Do you like it? Of course you do, Despite the fact that you’re not in that drawing. Mommy, why won’t you wake up and play outside with me? You hit that crooked bulb again Because that’s the only important thing to you. Mommy, where’d you go? It’s been a few days. Mom, why won’t you answer my calls? I just want to know how you are, Where you are, What you’re doing, cause I’m nothing without you. Mom, I miss you. Roberto Alarcon Yo Soy Guacamay Does it even matter? Mother, why is turning your brain into mush more important than me? It’s okay, you’ll still float home tomorrow at one am. The days keep getting longer; Sarah Landor Muzzeled The nights keep getting colder, And you’re still not all here. You are physically, but them drugs have gotten too good, Haven’t they?

There are no more doors open for you. I’ve become a callous to your existence. Linda, are you happy now? Are those bars comforting enough? Linda, is the orange jumpsuit flattering? I hope it makes you feel good inside: Knowing that your kids have completely disowned you. You remember your youngest son, right? Yeah, he doesn’t mention you. He doesn’t ask about you, And I’m glad Because there was never anything intriguing to begin with. Linda, do you know who I am? I’m your daughter. Rosanna Quixito Combining my Two Cultures I’m who used to be your personal rag doll. Linda, who are you? Rosanna Quixito Putting Myself into Place You’ve faded along with the evening sun. You gave life and then forgot that you had. You turned your back instead of being that role model, Destroyed innocent little children, Sacrificed souls to get that perfect high. You’re the definition of human waste. I hope you use your time in captivity to reflect on all of the mess you made, But those are just hopes Because I know all you will think about is the next rush. Is that all we were to you? Another rush? You make me sick. And you will never be forgiven, Linda, Not even when you lie six feet under me.

Desperate Times Desperate Measures Marcos Gabriel Two Worlds Battle to Take You By Mark Quiles

Desperate times call for desperate measures so my life is always taken desperately My Words Life is my enemy but death is my fear By Breonn Bland Rosanna Quixito Me, Myself and I sometimes bringing me to pain Depression ultimately is just part of life’s games I met this girl a couple years ago Life’s reality is a no man’s land to depression some might live happy I wanted her, I liked her, but I didn’t know Others live with tension but as my fears overcome my emotions If she felt the same way as me When you think life will change it’s a long time from coming I lay awake every night thinking of everything we could be but I break away from this misery that to me is a mystery I kept thinking of her day after day I won’t stop running death Thinking of what all I could say, what all I could do Brought to the ones I love If only she knew how I felt about her haunting my every move from my heart and above How I wished things between us would occur Desperate times call for desperate measures but those measures exceed I wish I had the courage to talk to her face to face Desperation, making me fall to my knees But every time we talked my feelings for her grew heart racing pain chasing me till I loved her more than anyone I ever met I bleed out depression and I see But that love kept me up at night upset my life’s meaning taken away and I learn a lesson With feeling of sadness and regret All of my guilt pain and suffrage is released That did not tell her in one therapeutic session and I feel That I loved her than myself My thoughts full out my mouth till More than money and wealth through sickness and health I rid this darkness away to express my thoughts To some strangers she might be nothing at all Felt and collected to emerge from my mind and times desperate But to me she is the queen of my world Measures are desperate but my emotions are released Her beauty is lit of a million diamonds shining with the sun. my mind drained and depression waiting to be reset, Norjoria Pratt Self Portrait times are desperate measures are desperate and life isn’t long lasting change while you can.

April 2013 Steinmetz Star 13 14 Star Arts & Entertainment Spring fashion

By Lechele Glispie

pring is finally here, with the snow and heavy rains gone. As the season changes so do the colors. Spring comes Swith brighter colors like yellow, pink, green, and orange. With nicer weather the fashion styles change. Clothing gets thinner, and shorter, but don’t get it twisted — spring is not summer. You can’t bring the shorts,and tank tops out just yet. Spring temperatures get up to about 60- 65 degrees. So you may have to keep a thin jacket on. High-low dresses will be one of the new trends for females this Spring. A high-low dress is not too fitted, and is high in the front and low in the back. It’s perfect for the spring weather. Sheer, long sleeve shirts will be another trend for the spring. There are nice sheer long sleeve shirts. The material of the sheer shirts are perfect for the weather. You won’t be too hot spring. Depending on how you wear them, they can also be Republic jeans with a shirt of their choice. Other males like or too cold. knee length. to keep it simple and just wear cargo pants, Levi’s, or any other The type of bottoms that will be worn this year for females Males also have a sense of style, but not as flashy as females. jeans that aren’t name brand which are also nice. are high waist leggings, jeans, maybe even capris. They are Every male has their own style, and they dress different ways. Spring is a time to show off new styles; it’s getting you ready perfect for the weather — knee length, not too short, and Some males prefer to wear designer from head to toe, some for summer. Spring 2013 will be great, and everyone will look not too long. High waist leggings are also a spring trend. don’t really care as long as they look nice. nice with their new clothes. They are stretch pants that come above your waist and they For the males who don’t want to be too simple — True • are very fitted (skin tight). Pencil skirts will also be worn this Religion jeans, Robin jeans, Rock & Revival, and Rock & Make-up tips Reduce your stress, girls

By Celimar Lopez • Regularly pamper yourself. A girl can never look too beautiful or glowy. Do facials, paint your nails, do your hair. eing a teenage girl in high school can be difficult and stress- • Put on some good music that makes you want to workout or dance ful. Especially since girls tend to stress about any little thing. around because we need to look gorgeous and healthy until we die. BI would know because I can be a perfectionist sometimes and • Girls, start eating healthier! Are you tired of pimples or gaining stress about some things that no one should stress about. I mean what unwanted weight? Leave the greasy and fatty foods alone. Eat fruit girl wouldn’t? and vegetables regularly. In the end, you’ll By Elizabeth Martinez We all say that we’re different from look even more beautiful! one another and to not be compared, but • Never put yourself down. You are beauti- akeup is the key to helping em- come on, girls, we can all be a little over- ful, no matter who you are. Being a positive brace your beauty. It doesn’t dramatic sometimes. We just all need to person can bring such a great, cleansing feel- Mmake the person you are, but stay away from the drama and relax. ing and impact in your life. helps make you feel more confident about I have a few tips to reduce the amount • Always have a smile on your face no yourself. of stress we have in our beloved lives. matter how you’re feeling. Sometimes you It isn’t something you just slap on your • First of all, stay away from negative can fool someone (I do it all the time even face like lipstick or eyeliner. There are tools people, people you don’t like, and people though I always look mad to people. I’m just and techniques that will give you a flawless who are just bad influences. No one needs a serious person when I’m not laughing my face, or make you look more awake. There bad company in their lives. butt off at something ridiculously senseless.). are basic tips to achieving those looks. Al- • Stop getting mad about anything • Last but not least, laugh. Laughing is a ways start off with a clean and moisturized because that causes wrinkles and no girl great workout and it gives off more positive face. Putting makeup on a dirty face clogs wants wrinkles. energy to others. Laughing is contagious. If pores and will leave your skin feeling ir- • On the end of the school week, take you’re around people who don’t make you ritated and looking flakey. Next, put on a a nice hot bath or shower, make some tea or if you’re not a tea-lover smile or laugh, they’re not worth your precious time. face primer that will help keep your makeup like myself, make some hot chocolate, (coffee has too much caffeine, Girls, we are an amazing species.Women go through a lot. Life is in place all day. If you’re going to school or the key is to relax) put a movie on, and just lay back and relax. too short to be upset all the time. I learned that the hard way. Spend work you won’t have to worry about your • If you’re in a relationship, take a day away from your significant your life being positive, laughing all the time, and smile at others makeup coming off. other and have a girls day or night. That doesn’t mean smoking or who make you mad because you’re better than them. Always make a Pick a foundation that is closest to your drinking. No one needs that to have fun. difference, ladies. skin tone; it will help create a smooth com- • plexion and cover up any imperfections. Apply your foundation with a stippling brush. It helps create an airbrushed look Puerto Rican parade poster contest and works better than using your fingers. After your foundation is complete you can add concealer. It help hide your dark winners receive cash prizes circles, redness and blemishes. You can either put on the concealer before your foundation or after. For people that want dewy looking skin they do not have to set their makeup with a powder. But people with oily/combination skin can set their foundation and concealer with a powder across the t-zone, which will help keep your face looking matt. After all the basics you can use a bronzer that can help contour your face or give you a nice bronzy glow for the summer. Blush, which will give some color to your face, is applied on the apple of your cheeks. For the eyes, it’s never wrong to go with Xavier Neris, 2nd Place Amaris Alicea, 3rd Place a neutral eye look that’s quick and simple to do. Yor start off with putting an eye primer that will keep your eyeshadow from teinmetz art students swept Sarah’s image will be used on creasing. Next, for your eyeshadows, you the Peurto Rican parade the posters to promote the parade. can use browns and pinks and whites or Sposter contest again this year. The parade is Saturday, June whichever color you want. Then you ap- Sarah Landor, Xavier Neris, and 15, at noon, starting at Division ply eyeliner either to the bottom of your Amaris Alicea took 1st, 2nd, and and Western and going to Division lid or the top. Last, top your lashes with a 3rd place in the contest, winning andSacramento. coat of mascara to give your lashes volume $300, $200, and $100. • and length.• Sarah Landor, 1st Place 14 Steinmetz Star April 2013 Star Arts & Entertainment 15 Chase your dreams in Keep up with Bakuman the movies By Ricky Rico By Joanna Coli

akuman is an ource: http://www.imdb.com anime adapta- Released in April — Btion of the S Evil Dead: Five friends head to a manga Bakuman. remote cabin, where they discover a Book of It started airing in the Dead. This leads them to awaken demons October of 2010 and living in the nearby woods. The evil presence ended on March 30, possesses the group leaving only one to fight 2013. The series is 75 for survival. episodes long. “You see kids becoming manga Scary Movie 5: A couple begins to notice The story is centered on two artists, which is cool,” senior Nor- some unusual activity after bringing their boys — Mashiro, Moritaka and joria Pratt said. newborn son home from the hospital. Takagi, Akito. It follows them If you want to be an artist or 42: The life story of Jackie Robinson, as they move to achieve their writer, then you will really enjoy and his history-making signing with the dreams of becoming manga art- this. It’s full of unique and inter- Brooklyn Dodgers. ists and making their manga into esting story ideas and amazing Oblivion: A veteran assigned to extract an anime. Mashiro is the artist of artwork. It also shows a lot of the Earth’s remaining resources begins to ques- the manga duo and Takagi is the process that actual manga artist go tion what he knows about his mission and writer. through in order to make manga. himself. The anime demonstrates the When you’re watching this an- Home Run: A pro ball player with a sub- difficult process in which the boys ime, it really makes you want to stance abuse problem is forced into rehab embark on to become true manga become a manga artist, or maybe in his hometown, finding new hope when artists. It shows how you should that’s just me, but it really does he gets honest about his past, and begins not give up or give in and how encourage you to go for it, to chase coaching duties for a Little League team. dedication to your goal or dream your own dream. Pain and Gain: A trio of bodybuilders in can truly payoff. • Florida gets caught up in an extortion ring and a kidnapping scheme that goes wrong. The Call: When a veteran 911 operator takes a life-altering call from a teenage girl Dragon Ball Z, the who has just been abducted, she realizes that she must confront a killer from her past in movie order to save the girl’s life. Coming in May — Iron Man III: When Tony Stark’s world By Anthony Guerrero is torn apart by a terrorist, the Mandarin, Stark retaliates the only way he knows how. ragon Ball Z is a The Great Gatsby: A Midwestern war anime TV show veteran finds himself drawn to the past and Dfrom Japan. Many lifestyle of his millionaire neighbor. people in the U.S. loved Hangover Part III: This time, there’s no and watched this show wedding. No bachelor party. What could go as children. Since the wrong, right? But when the Wolf pack hits last series of the show, the road, all bets are off. Dragon Ball GT, wasn’t Fast and Furious 6: Agent Hobbs enlists as good as the original the the aid of Dom and team to help bring a creators decided to cancel rival gang, led by Owen Shaw, to justice. In the show. Since then exchange for clear records, they must put many people said that an end to their schemes, no matter how they were going to make personal the cost. a new series called Dragon Ball ways have and the amazing story.” The Purge: If on one night every year, AF. But like every other rumor it Dragon Ball Z has already you could commit any crime without facing was a lie. come out in theaters, but only in consequences, what would you do? Over the Many people wished it was true Japan. There has not been any re- course of a single night, a family will be and actually made comic books lease date for the American version tested to see how far they will go to protect about it. Seeing this made the of the movie. themselves when the vicious outside world original creator of the Dragon Ball The movie takes place approxi- breaks into their home. series, Akira Toriyama, do some- mately five years after the titanic Now You See Me: FBI agents track a thing about it. battle with Majin Buu, which de- team of illusionists who pull off bank heists In 2012 he released an an- termined the fate of the entire uni- during their performances and reward their nouncement at Comic Con that verse. From the Sacred World of audiences with the money. the Dragon Ball series will come the Kais, Kibito Kai and Old Kai • back. Later on he released a movie telepathically discuss with King poster unveiling the name Dragon Kai about the early awakening of

Ball Z: Battle of Gods. Bills. Goku is visiting King Kai’s Many people are rejoicing that planet in order to train and, while the movie is coming out since it he is running with Bubbles, he has been awhile since the series overhears their conversation. King ended. Kai then explains that there are “I’m glad that the movie is gods who give birth to life-forms coming out because it’s nice to and worlds but in contrast to them know that the series is still con- there are gods who maintain bal- tinuing, and not dead,” senior ance by destroying these things, Dominiquetric Collins said. the aptly named God of Destruc- Others didn’t start watching tion. Ecstatic over the thought of the show until their teens but like such a powerful foe, Goku states the show now. that he wishes to challenge Bills, “I started watching the show but King Kai proceeds to scold about four years ago when I was him, revealing that the God of De- Tyler Perry’s temptation 13,” senior Ricky Rico said. “I’m struction Bills has power that is in thrilled that the movie came out an entirely different dimension. By Julian Hemingway gave her more than she wanted. At the end, because I love Dragon Ball Z be- On the World of the Kais, Kibito she lost what she had and caught HIV from cause of the epic battles they al- Kai and Old Kai won yler Perry’s Temptation is about a the person she cheated with. • woman who wants more attention Temptation is the best movie Tyler Perry Tfrom her husband, but another person ever made. The movie is touching.•

April 2013 Steinmetz Star 15 16 Star Arts & Entertainment School festival on May 18 Bring Me the Horizon releases new album By Anthony Guerrero

ring Me the Horizon is a British metalc- ore band with already four records out Bsuch as This Is What the Edge of Your Seat Was Made For, Count Your Blessings, Suicide Season, and There Is a Hell, Believe Me I’ve Seen It. There Is a Heaven, Let’s Keep It a Secret. The band started to record their fifth album last year in December. After a year’s wait, the band announced their fifth album which will be titled Sempiternal. Some of the songs in the album has already been released. “Shadow Moses” was the first one they released and many people were shocked on how much they have changed since their last album. “It’s an evolution I think,” said Oliver Sykes, lead vocals of the band “It’s a huge step forward but we’ve not thrown away what we’ve done before – if anything we’ve taken the best bits of junior Jonathan Eustaquio said.”My favorite song what we’ve done over our previous albums and in the new album has to be ‘Seen It All Before.’” put it all together..” “I like that Bring Me the Horizon has evolved Many people in our school listen to and are from its slower, yet hardcore metal, to a faster influenced by their heavy music that they play. and harder rhythm,” junior Lester Argueta. “The “I like the new style that they play because song that I like has to be ‘Antivist.’” changing the way you play music makes you a The album is out in stores so go and buy the better band; finding out what works and what album because it’s amazing! doesn’t that’s what their new album is all about,” •

Gamers feel obligated to buy Sony’s new PS4 when released By Dominiquetric Collins The one thing that worries me in the an- ere in the first half of 2013 we find ourselves nouncement that worries me is the console it- on the brink of a new console generation. self and the price line. I think it’s obvious at this HWith the recent release of Nintendo’s Wii U, point there will be multiple SKU’s of the console, we waited patiently for Sony and Microsoft’s step something along the lines of a premium 1tb ver- into the next generation. sion and a normal 500gb version. Sony held its own press conference in New York The prices of these consoles could be anything on February 20 to unveil their new console, the at this point. Sony’s biggest downfall last genera- Playstation 4, which will be released in “Holiday tion, aside from the last release, was the price. 2013,” Sony said. The Xbox 360 was already out and cheaper at the Learning from past mistakes, Sony decided to time of release. With that behind them I hope ditch the cell processor in favor of a simpler PC they learned from their mistakes and price this architecture. new console right. “We focused on building an architecture that will Something I think is entirely possible but don’t allow the greatest game developers in the industry to want is for them to add a yearly subscription fee push boundaries,” Sony president Jack Tretton said. to normal PSN, to lower the price of the console instead of focusing budget and attention on pro- Whatever Sony decides to do with their new cessing and power, Sony decided to use a somewhat console, I feel obligated to buy it, if only for impressive x86 8-core processor and a giant 8gb GDDR5 tion, which will join titles like The Witness to ensure you’ll the exclusives alone, because that is the real reason to buy a graphics card, which should be more familiar to developers. have great indie game experiences on our next gaming console,” console. No matter what specs it has, or what features it has, The 8gb GDDR5 graphics card towers over the PS3’s 256mb Dam Boyes, Vice President of Publisher and Developer Rela- it’s all about the games it offers, and the quality of the games and the XBOX 360’s 512mb. tions said at GDC ‘13. themselves. Sony also plans to give more freedom to the gamers and This and the new Playstation network features including I believe that with Sony’s track record of games, no matter developers, encouraging more development of smaller, inde- Cloud gaming, using recently acquired Gaikai services, Cross- what they do with their console, with their list of top notch pendent games on their console. game chat, Instant game streaming and recording using the first party developers, there is no way for this console to fail.. “We’re expanding our indie support for PlayStation 4 with new share button on the controller, ensure me that Sony plans • games like Primal Carnage: Genesis and Blacklight: Retribu- to support more developer and players. If a T-Rex had For Black Ops Addicting app arms... players... By Serlecia Jones here are tons of apps. Some are bor- By Phillip Quezada ing, some are fun. Some, like Subway TSurfers, can be addicting. “It’s addicting,” junior Kaila Ruiz. “In my dreams I’m the one running.” The game is about the avatar of your choice who tags trains, but ends up getting chased by a police officer and his dog. You have to dodge barriers that will get in your way and collect coins as you run. If you col- lect a mystery box you get tokens to unlock Write to the Star editors certain characters, coins, surfboards or “save The Steinmetz Starwelcomes letters to the me” keys. The surfboard stops you from hit- editor, corrections, comments, and bylined ting things and helps you to get away faster. articles from all members of the Steinmetz “It’s more complicated than Fruit Ninja, community. Anyone is welcome to send a letter but as addicting,” Phillip Quezada said. to the Star regarding any issue. Email us: The game starts off at a medium speed but [email protected] • it speeds up the longer you play. • 16 Steinmetz Star April 2013 Star Arts & Entertainment 17 Ask Mandee rants Amazing wordplay in musical

By Aracely Ventura

he tragedy of Shakespeare’s Othello comes back on stage but Twith a slightly different beat. The Q brothers, who wrote and directed this play, changed Shakespeare’s art into a fun, musical, rapping tragedy. The beat and rhythm were perfect and on cue. The rapping was incredible. I absolutely loved every minute of it. The wordplay was amazing and it told the story very well. Nothing about the By Ask Mandee the summer. And don’t give kids a hard wordplay was misunderstood or mis- time for not understanding something. taken by the audience. Both young and ’m very upset, all day I just get questions You know who you are and I’m giving you old generations are sure to enjoy this from people who need help. Not once stink eye. production. The production will stay at Idid I get a “Have fun on spring break” Dear Hallrats, the Shakespeare Theatre until June 15. or “How was spring break?” I have stories You ruin it for all of us. You ask ev- Teacher Robin Russo took 70 seniors to tell, too. So this is the rant column. eryday for a pass or just don’t go to class, to Navy Pier on April 9 to watch this Dear Teachers, and just hang around the halls. My first production. I respect what you do. You’ve chosen question is — why? Most classes aren’t “I don’t usually take students to see a pro- this hip-hop version has inspired many of my to choose to teach children for a living that terrible to just miss completely. My duction of a play we haven’t finished reading,” students to want to pay greater attention as we and that’s awesome. But be nice and give second question is — how haven’t you been Ms. Russo said. “But in this case I think seeing read Shakespeare’s original play.” the kids a chance. Some kids just mess caught? What are your secrets? Tell me. • around during class and don’t try. That’s I can’t go the bathroom without having their choice so feel free to decline them to stop and show my pass and you just another chance. But help the kids who do walk around for entire periods. Don’t ruin 10 things you’d like to find out really try, but don’t understand. It’s literally the name of all students because you hate in your job description to do that. No one school. Some of us actually need to pee. wants to go to summer school, and I’m sure Sincerely, Mandee no one wants to be in the building during • RIP Paul Bearer, WWF legend By Luis Diaz By Mariceli Cadena ould you like to find out the People who might know something WE legend and following? about the topic, include... manager Paul W 1. The actresses and actors who have won WBearer died on 1. What are the Oscars made of? an Oscar, the Oscars Committee and the March 6 of blood clots. 2. How many paintings and artworks Hollywood industry, the people who work He was 58 years old. are in private collections across the U.S? for the company that creates the Oscars Some knew him when he 3. What is the most expensive item sold each year. debuted The Undertaker. on Ebay? 2. Rich people who collect art, museums Mr. Bearer managed to 4 .How many students, since 1934, have across the U.S., the foundations of art in be humble and friendly studied at Steinmetz? the entire U.S. to the WWE staff and 5. Who invented the classic, Chicago- 3. Ebay workers. wrestlers. style hot dog? 4. The Steinmetz staff and administrators He was the man- Paul Bearer, the manager of the Brothers of Destruction (seen 6. Is it correct to say, like many people of the school, maybe the principal. ager of Kane, as well as above with the Undertaker), died on March 6. do, American language instead of English 5. The History Museum of Chicago, the The Undertaker. Bearer language? Chicago style hot dog restaurants through- joined the World Wrestling Federation as a funeral director who managed The 7. How many other cities have as strong out the city. in 1990. His degree in mortuary science Undertaker, Kane, Rick Rude, Vader and a wind as Chicago? 6. College professors at any university. was used as inspiration for his character more wrestling stars. 8. Who was the first person to travel all 7. The National Weather Service. • the countries in the world? 8. An encylopedia. 9. Why is life not always fair? 9. Philosophers, thinkers, Plato, God, Star staff member editorial: 10. What is the best newspaper in the Scott Fitzgerald. An opinion is not a fact world? 10. The Steinmetz Star.• By Victoria Boccia a softie about everything. say. Read the First Amendment, and then Excellent novel of If you’re the kind of person who sits we’ll have a chat; otherwise, don’t tell me don’t think that many people out there there and says that your favorite bands what to say. The words that I tell you, I’ll changes in know the difference between an opin- saved your life, and that someone doesn’t tell them whether you like it or not. I’m Iion and a fact. An opinion is some- like those bands, you get offended, and not here to please you in saying things teen boy thing developed in the human mind of get violent; you need to reevaluate your that are “only positive.” what someone thinks of something, that life. You’re being ignorant, and you need The evolution of language consists The Book club meets on is not true, but what they think. A fact is to realize that not everyone is going to of “bad words,” but there aren’t such Tuesdays in the library. something that can be proved, something like what you like. things as “bad words.” They are just The next meetings are that is true. People nowadays are getting I know that many of the things I like words to people which sound “explicit” scheduled for April 30 and too offended over every little thing and aren’t what the average person likes, but and are used to insult people or used in May 14. Please stop by it’s offending me. that’s okay too. Now, opinions contain the situation from anger. Most of the and join or observe. But that’s okay; at some point in every- you liking things, also, what you think. “bad words” derive from sex. Sex is what one’s life, that person is going to get of- If I say something that offends you, and brought you and I here. When people tell By Ragina Baggett fended. It’s how you deal with the situation you tell me I’m wrong, at least give some me to “watch my language,” it’s because is how it plays out. When some people get reason as to why I’m “wrong.” This hap- they don’t agree with the words I say. I’m wisted is a very interesting novel for the average offended, they get angry, and extremely ar- pens too many times over the Internet. It’s pretty sure by now in the evolution of teen. Tyler, the protagonist, narrates his tale rogant. But your opinion is not a fact, and basically pointless arguing with people on language, many people spew out “bad Tin a very eccentric way. neither is mine. You can’t just sit there and the Internet. Not many people are going words” and it’s just how people normally He is a high school student experiencing change. say my opinion is wrong. I mean, you could, to be respectable, that’s their choice. speak. Tyler is considered unpopular and is looking for a way but you wouldn’t make any sense. There’s a phrase that many people will In the real world, keep in mind that to fit in. The past summer he made a great physical I suggest that people stop the arrogant, tell other people when they don’t enjoy not everyone is going to share the same change from smaller frame to a more intimidating self-righteous and pretentious outcomes what they say: “If you have nothing nice opinions as you. If you get extremely one. He looks different, but he doesn’t feel different. of being offended over something that to say, don’t say anything at all.” I never upset about it and you go to drastic I suggest you read this novel about Tyler’s course isn’t the same opinion as theirs. It’s okay realized there were a bunch of people out matters, take some therapy lessons or of change and the events that occur toward his evo- that someone disagrees with something there who were put in the position of anger management courses, or go back to lution. Laurie Halse Anderson gets a thumbs up on you think, we’re human. Stop being such telling people what they can and cannot Kindergarten. • this one. • April 2013 Steinmetz Star 17 18 Star Sports Streaks take 2nd in Foreman meet, prepare for City Champs

Elizabeth Queen, Pamela Guevara, Heiddy Rodas Giselle Jimenez, Widangelys Ortiz, Stephanie Patino Fanny Reyes cheer for their teammates Iviera McSwine, Kenesha Gillespie

By Heiddy Rodas “We have a lot of talented athletes and everyone works I ran the 4x2, and the 4x4. In the 4x2 you run 200 meters, really hard,” Coach P. said. divided by 4 girls. In the 4x4 each of the four girls on the relay he Streaks took second out of eight teams in our first When you are standing at the starting line all you want to team runs one whole lap around the track. outdoor track meet of the year, April 6 at Foreman. hear is the gunshot, then your heart drops, legs start moving, The girls track team has competed in three indoor and T “We had athletes competing in all events, which was and your mind is set on getting that one girl who is in front three outdoor meets this year. the first time in years we managed that,” coach Abel Pereyra of you. The team will compete at Hanson Stadium in the CPS wrote on his webpage. The feeling of running in a track meet, with everyone Varsity Trials afterschool on Tues., April 30, on Fri. May 3 Steinmetz received many medals from throwers to sprinters. watching you compete, is a feeling you don’t get on daily basis. for the Frosh/Soph Championship, and Sat. May 4 for the Getting our medals inspired us to do so much better and go At Foreman, I ran two events I’ve never run before, with CPS Varsity Championship. after the best team out there. three teammates I never had the chance to run with before. • Dedicated to baseball dream Focus on soccer feels amazing

By Jalan Veal By Koya Scott ophomore Yadira Abarca told the Star about hile most high school players her love of the soccer. dream about making it to the S “Soccer is my number one hobby,” she said. Wbig times, varsity baseball pitch- “I love to play. Being on the field feels amazing. I er, Number 97 Alejandro Sauseda (AJ), is don’t worry about dirt, injuries, or pain. When I play actually putting forth the effort. I forget about the world. The only thing hate is the After being chosen among the few to at- dirty players. I wouldn’t change a thing about soccer. OTT tend “show ball” in August. AJ had to prove It’s perfect the way it is.” his talent against other great high school “I first started playing soccer was when I was baseball players in Chicago in front of 60 eight,” Yadira said. “I have been playing for seven college scouts. With his hard work and years. Unfortunately, I have been injured a few times. AJ Sauseda dedication hopefully he will get drafted. I’ve had small injuries but recently I got a bigger

AJ is a team player. SC KOYA BY PHOTO injury that slowed down my speed. I pulled a muscle “We win and lose as a team,” he said. and that caused me to slow down, but that hasn’t Even with a win-loss record of 4-11, AJ “I don’t look up to anyone because I stopped me from playing.” does not blame anyone. want to be myself, my own player,” he said. “I made it to varsity my freshman year,” she said. Most players have a role model in whom Those seven consecutive outs he threw “I play middle and defense. I thank Mark Lichaj, the they look up too, but AJ doesn’t. against North Grand shows this. varsity coach, for pushing me to do better. I love my Yadira Abarca We wish you the best of luck, AJ• Steinmetz girls soccer team. I’m rocking #17.” • PHOTO BY ESTHER VELAZQUEZ Senior captains lead volleyball team ANO O MEND R I O C LAUD BY PHOTO TTANY GA RCI A B RI TTANY BY PHOTO

By Jesus Ramirez By Anthony Lagunas it’s a guaranteed point most of the time. Brian has a lot of heart. When his team loses, he varsity volleyball team has been doing great recently. It’s all thanks to eing one of the best servers, hitters, and he and co-captains Jorge Orduno and Pedro Diaz, the students and coaches who are dedicating their time to the sport. setters in volleyball is great. That’s why talk with the team about why they lost and how T For the first half of this season the scores were pretty good. The Streaks Bsenior Brian Moscol, who is also one of the team can improve. Along with coach Darrin beat Sullivan, Senn, Foreman, and Jones. In several games the match was split 1-1 the captains for varsity, is one of the best play- Sorokti, he doesn’t stay mad with his teammates, and the Streaks had to come back and win the third game. Losses came against ers on his team. During games, you always hear even if they lost badly or very closely. Chicago Academy and Westinghouse. Brian yelling, “C’mon Streaks play smart!” or As a senior, Brian really wants to make this Volleyball is a challenging sport that requires much commitment and dedication. “Let’s go, Streaks!” year count by putting 100 percent in every game. It’s about knowing the right time to hit the ball, whether to set, pass, hit or block. Brian has a mean serve and hit. When he With ups and downs, he will be one of the most Volleyball is a very competitive sport. While some have only just begun playing serves, it sounds like a big bang that can intimi- memorable captains on the volleyball team. others have been in the sport four years and show the true spirit of determination. date the other team. When he hits over the net, • •

18 Steinmetz Star April 2013 Star Sports 19 Danielle Stencel: Figure Athlete of Cold, rainy weather skating since she was 4 the month in spring sports

By Dominic Masciopinto Trivon Stevenson, Julian Rice, and Devante Stevenson stay warm between events at an April track meet he Star’s athlete of the month is junior Anthony Kowalczyk. He Ttook first in the shot put at both By Esther Velazquez the 8-team Foreman meet on April 6 and in the Indoor City Championship at pring sports teams deal with awful weather. Base- UIC in March. ball players had to practice in the rain. Track team How many sports do you play? Smembers ran through snow showers. This month I play many sports, but my my main was the wettest April on record in Chicago. sports are football and track. I also plan to play basketball for the school next year. Which is your favorite? Football. It’s what everyone knows me for. What sports do you plan on playing in college? I really want to play football in col- By Marium Amin Who encourages you? lege and hopefully make the NFL down My mom is one of my biggest sup- the line. he Star interviewed sophomore porters, so are my friends. I wouldn’t What events do you do in track? Danielle Stencel, who may be be where I am today without the help My main event is shot put, but I also Tthe only student at Steinmetz and encouragement of my friends and throw discus. who is a competitive figure skater. family. What is your goal distance for shot Ilse Torres warms up before the first sunny soccer game When did you first start skating? What events do you do? put? I started skating when I was four I compete in solo and synchronized I plan to break the school record be- Through the cold, drizzling, and few sunny days, years old but I stopped for three years skating, and I skate with a team from fore I graduate. This year I want to throw the girls soccer team always plays. The girls start off because of a back injury. Now I’m back McFetridge Sports Center, which is around 50 feet, and then by next year I by changing into their uniforms straight after school to skating. located on California just south of Ir- want to break the school record. and meeting on the front field. Once all the girls are What’s your favorite spin? ving Park Rd. How do you pronounce your name? together they get ready for their game. They exercise and My favorite spin is a scratch spin, an Any last thoughts? Ko-wall-check. they practice shooting, preparing themselves for another upright figure skating spin position in I didn’t choose skating, my heart • intense game. which you are fully extended or almost chose it for me. • extended. • Water polo team acheives great wins he water polo team continues to improve in the second year since Coach Gerald Cole began Freshmen win conference Tthe program. Coach Cole keeps stats and game highlights on his webpage, including the following; • 9-8 win against Prosser on April 10 “We played Prosser at home and showed them that we are tops when it comes to our home field. Christian Huertes powered over them with 6 goals, and David Canola scored the other 3. The score was 9-8 with 14 seconds left to play. We called a time-out and set up. Tragically, we lost the ball by our goal in the first 5 seconds, giving Prosser a shot at tying the game. But our defense stepped it up and kept Prosser from doing anything more than taking a weak shot “A perfect water polo athlete can be best described that they missed, giving Steinmetz the victory.” as a swimmer, having the over arm accuracy of a • 12-11 win against Lindblom on March 22 baseball pitcher, the vertical jump of a volleyball “The team did a great job in a close game. They player, the toughness of a rugby or hockey player, the held the ball for the last play and managed to hold endurance of a cross-country runner and the strategy on to their lead. Our leading shooter is Christian, of a chess player,” Julian said. “Of course, to find a with 7 attempts.” player of this ability is difficult.” By Alejandro Hernandez ence title. • 12-8 win against Ogden on March 6 • “I think we had a very successful “Top scorers included Christian Huertes (4 goals); lthough the freshmen bas- season and I’m proud us,” freshman Lucus Uriarte (3 goals); David Canola (3 goals). Part-Time Job ketball team had a rough forward Fernando Sandoval said. The players all showed great techniques in defensive A1-2 start for the season, “Since we have experience with each playing.” S3, Inc., event security and staffing the team improved quickly. Coach other, next year should be even bet- Sophomore Edgar Tintin describes the action: service, is seeking energetic and outgoing Bagdonas said he could have re- ter. All of our success was made pos- “Being in the water feels nervous for me,” Edgar 16-18 year olds to work as Event Staff and tired after beating long-time rival sible by our defense.” said. “The game starts when the referee whistles and Ushers at concerts, festivals, and sporting Foreman. Luckily he didn’t, as the Many games would be close in one person from each side must get the ball and events. players were able to quickly find the first half, but then they would be maintain it. To me the worst part is defending your Apply in person: their groove and win all but one blowouts midway through the 3rd opponent because your opponent can be bigger or S3, Inc. game throughout the rest of the quarter, all in part to our lockdown, faster and it’s hard to keep up with him. 4036 N. Nashville entire season. full-court defense. “Not a lot of people know what water polo is. (off Irving Park Road, between Narragansett The freshmen Streaks finished For the next couple of years, the Join water polo! It’s a very fun, competitive sport.” and Oak Park Ave.) with the best basketball record in basketball team should be a force to Sophomore Julian Salgado describes the athletic Mon-Fri: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sat: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. the school, along with the confer- be reckoned with. • ability necessary to excel in water polo: 773-494-8616, www.safetyservicesystems.com April 2013 Steinmetz Star 19 20 Star Sports Streaks dominate Foreman invitational, take 5th in city indoor meet Boys track showing strength

Darryl Cook, Erik Lora, Trivon Stevenson, Kaylon Smith and Anthony Kowalcyzk with assistant coach Alex Sutphen at the Foreman Invitational that Steinmetz won on April 7.

By Julian Rice Triple Jump: Dominic Masciopinto Long Jump: Dominic Masciopinto n recent years the boys track team strug- 100 meter dash: Kaylon Smith gled, but this year has been different. We 400 meter dash: Christophe Bedu Iwon our first outdoor meet, Foreman’s The following week at Luther North the 8-team meet, and finished in top 5 in three Streaks took second out of 12 teams. This other meets. day was a little more difficult because of the “This team is the best I’ve had in the nine cold weather. At some point it even started years I’ve been coaching the team,” coach to snow. The Streaks pushed themselves and Paul Bagdonas said. “It isn’t just me, though, took second place behind Walter Payton, a without assistant coach Alex Sutphen’s help great finish to a tough day. this wouldn’t be possible. It’s a team effort.” At our last meet the team took second At the indoor meet at UIC, the Streaks place. At this meet it was the shot putters took 5th overall, out of 45 schools, with a that kept us in the meet: Adrian Bautista great overall team effort. took first, Anthony Kowalczyk took second, The Streaks dominated on April 7 at For- and Tyler McKnight took third. man. We won the meet and took eight first Also taking first was the 4x400 team of place medals: Eric Lora, Christophe Bedu, Angel Quin- 4x400: Christophe Bedu, Jason Cathey, tero, and Joshua Torrez. Angel Quintero, and Eric Lora So far the team is doing very well and Shot put: Anthony Kowalczyk seems to be making a run to the Regional 1 mile: Alexis Sarabia meet. 4x800: Erik Lora, Alexis Sarabia, Joshua • Torrez, Eliexer Sarabia Soccer team wins conference, 7-0 record

The varsity soccer team defeated Foreman 4-1 on April 25 to win conference. Lupe Medina scored three goals and Gabby Caudel had one goal. The Streaks finished confer- ence play with a record of 7-0, having scored 33 goals and only 1 goal to be scored on them. City playoffs begin April 29.

20 Steinmetz Star April 2013 Star Web Extra 21 Star staff celebrates outstanding work at SPAC field trip, March 17

In addition to our success in the Scholastic Press Association of Chicago and the McCormick Media awards, the Star was awarded a 1st Place for overall newspaper in a national contest.

April 2013 Steinmetz Star 21 22 Star Web Extra Dedicated softball team Cute squad has special bond and coach

By Vikki Gonzalez Each of us have a different personality that makes us cute. Due to us all being so different, ur group originally started off as we clash heads a lot. Although, it also gives five normal girls looking cute. It all us an opportunity to know each other better Ohappened in 4th period Shakespeare and explore each of our different backgrounds class. One day we all sat by each other and and personalities. everyone started calling us “Cute Squad.” Just “I love my Cute Squad,” Nakita said. “We like every squad we have our ups and downs, just be so fly when we go places.” a family, everyone supports one another.” but we manage to get through them. The bond we have with each other is amaz- By Teresa Annisa Danko Not only Carlean but others on the Our “Cute Squad” consists of Victoria ing. No one would ever understand that. We team are thrilled to have a coach as dedi- Castillo, Nakita McCaa, Vikki Gonzalez, Joc- laugh, we cry, we sing off key together and oftball season opened with a win cated and supportive as Coach Robin elyn Laguer, Kassandra Mercado, and our text each other out of nowhere to make sure for J.V against North Grand, Russo. newest cute boy, Aramis Pates. We are all in that we’re doing just fine. S32-9. With loyal fans and sup- Ms. Russo has been coaching softball the graduating class of 2013. None of us are “We just young pretty girls doing our portive team members we see major for years, one great team after another. the best of friends, but we all have a special thang,” Kassandra said. “Period.” wins in the future. Ms. Russo brings structure, confidence, bond and love for one another. • Carlean Gonzalez, junior, has been discipline, and joy every time the team playing softball since she was four, and steps on the field. We hope to have a she absolutely adores it. She joined var- great softball season this year and the sity softball this year with no regrets. years ahead. “I like the team,” Carlean said. “We’re •

National Poetry Month Star contest

Apologies Embers RIP By Judy Lobello By Teresa Danko By Judy Lobello

I’ll never apologize for being sensitive I don’t want to rush this, rest in peace my love I will never apologize for being emotional and I think you must understand, rest in peace my lord I have a big heart that I’m not in love with you yet, i will never forget you I may get angry but that I you will be in my heart always all I want to hear is “I’m sorry” have love for you. i will be with you in spirit remorse is never regret I don’t want us to burn out i will be with you soon I’m sorry I cared about you because emotionally when i die I’m sorry for holding onto you we’ve already smoldered. we will meet again I’m sorry you didn’t feel the same and this fire that ignited but our love will never break I’m sorry you couldn’t stay is now only and our love will never die I’m sorry I gave my hopes up to you embers, a another man may come along I’m sorry I thought you felt it too slowly burning but he won’t be like you I’m sorry I’m not perfect away at us becuase you and I had a special relationship I won’t stop loving you and my guarded heart and not like a fairy tale never lets a fire in our love will never end anymore. I am already missing you I know i love you You say you love me more

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