the appleton north NOCTILUCA Appleton, Wisconsin February 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Inside Plagiarism plagues schools this issue: By Catie Edmondson

High school and college ad- ministrations nationwide con- cede that cheating has emerged as a prevalent practice accept- ed by students. A poll taken by The Noctiluca suggests that North may be the next school to fall victim to this epidemic. Polling 50 students at North from a variety of different class- es and grades, The Noctiluca asked students to define cheat- Reform under way ing. Students most commonly replied “taking someone’s work in Egypt that’s not your own.” Despite pg. 3 this interpretation, 94 percent of students admitted to copy- ing from another’s homework Photo by Jensen Enz or allowing someone else to Cheating is not acceptable in the Appleton Area School District. copy their homework. Nearly 60 percent of the students stat- has stayed the same, science ment, quiz, or test, additional half the students confessed that ed they didn’t think cheating teacher Mrs. Stidham-Gebert school consequences includ- they have looked at a neigh- is a serious problem at North. remarked that she has seen ing Code of Conduct violation bor’s answers during a test, and “Nobody really cares except an increase of cheating in her and privileges revoked, as well 60 percent said they have given the teachers,” reflected a stu- classroom. Stidham-Gebert as possible removal from the answers to another student dur- dent. “Everybody does it,” ex- stated she sees a larger amount class with an F. ing a test or asked a neighbor plained another. “I don’t mind of more subtle attempts, such Stidham-Gebert acknowl- for an answer. Students also this problem,” smugly replied as looking at a neighbor’s pa- edged that in the 14 years she commented that there was an one student. per during a test, but also cited has taught at North, she has important distinction between This defiantly compla- an instance where a student ejected three students from her homework, quizzes, and tests. cent attitude is visible within wrote answers in white-out on class after the individuals were Student Staples: “Homework and quizzes don’t North’s records; according to their black backpack. caught cheating on two sepa- really matter,” remarked one Dean Salm, 21 incidents re- According to Student Ser- rate occasions. What teens need student, “but I don’t think I’d garding cheating have been vices Staff, the consequences Driven by the pressure to re- pg. 6 cheat on a test.” reported this year alone. Al- for being caught cheating or ceive or maintain good grades, Though the poll indicates though Salm said the amount aiding a cheater range from students ignore the threat of frequent incidents of cheating, of cheating within North receiving a zero on the assign- See Edmondson, page 2 Walker’s ‘budget fix’ draws fire from teachers By Abbey Edmonds

Governor Scott Walker’s latest plan to balance Wiscon- sin’s 3.6 billion dollar bud- get which seeks major public union concessions, inspired Packers win community members and edu- cators to protest the proposed XLV “budget fix” outsideThe Post- pg. 9 Crescent office February 11, where Walker was scheduled to be interviewed. Congregating prior to Walk- er’s arrival, about eighty edu- Photo by Abbey Edmonds Photo by cators, union representatives, Protesters outside the Post-Crescent office February 11 voice their complaints. and public employees shouted their protests and carried signs the last forty five years. The public employees, and I repre- to do what is necessary to reading “Teachers say no at- climate would be so odorous sent everyone.” bring the state’s spending in tacks on workers rights.” The that people would not want to Walker expects the motion line with our taxpayers’ abil- demonstrators’ shouts greeted work here.” to pass in the Republican con- ity to pay.” State Rep. Kevin the governor, followed by sev- Representative Penny Ber- trolled House and Senate, and Petersen, R-Waupaca, said eral state patrol officers, upon nard Schaber agreed, saying has renewed National Guard Wisconsin faces a “grave situ- Global Week arriving to the building. “I think the governor is doing emergency plans, in case pub- ation.” a success Union Representative and these changes in the wrong lic services are disrupted. If passed, the bill will re- pg. 12 Appleton East teacher Corey fashion, he’s making public Walker defended the bill quire public employees to pay Otis explained “the bill will employees a problem, not a in an interview with The Post- more of their salaries to pen- undo everything we have been solution. I’m here because Crescent stating, “I ask that sion, health insurance, and working for in education for many of my constituents are we continue to work together limit union bargaining rights. NEWS Appleton, Wisconsin February 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Page 2 Cheating persists in college Date rape issue By Catie Edmondson

“National studies put the level of cheating in college needs awareness in a range of 20-60 percent of By Marit Bakken the fact that it occurred very students,” according to Mark close to Appleton, in Green Olkowski, the Judicial Affairs Two male soccer players Bay. In the wake of this inci- Coordinator for UW-Green permanently suspended from dent, many students are won- Bay. UW-Madison reported 51 their UW Green Bay team dering what is date rape and cases of academic misconduct along with one female college how to protect themselves. last year. “College campuses freshman who will never be When people think of are experiencing increases of the same again represent the rape, they might think of a academic misconduct,” says terrible consequences of date stranger jumping out of a dark Yolanda Garza, the Assistant rape that took place in Oc- alley and sexually attacking

Dean of Students at Lawrence Photo from futurity.org tober on the UW Green Bay someone. This however is not University. Counteracting the Cheating at college also carries consequences. campus. true. Strangers are not the only supposed growth between The woman, who is not people who are guilty of rape. high school and college, it ap- electronic devices to cheat, UW-GB is $872. At Lawrence, named, said that she had con- In fact, about half of all people pears that the means by which Olkowski said that the majori- Garza says on a first offense, sensual sex early October 10 who are raped know the per- students cheat and their mo- ty of misconduct is perpetrated the student meets with their with one soccer player after son who attacked them. tivations for cheating do not using “old school methods.” professor to “respond to the al- consuming alcohol, and that In the UWGB case, the girl drastically differ from those in These methods include writing legation.” If the professor “de- this soccer player told her to who was assaulted had been high school. answers on arms, and cutting termines the student engaged have sex with his roommate. to a party with the two soccer Olkowski says that the most and pasting parts of papers in academic misconduct…the She eventually did, but then players and knew them. popular excuses for cheat- found online onto their assign- professor decides what the ap- she stated that she “blacked Alcohol is often involved ing include “pressure to suc- ment; a technique “not hard to propriate sanction should be,” out,” then woke up at her in date rapes, for drinking can ceed and fairness (others are catch.” which is often receiving an F home later on October 10 with loosen inhibitions, dull com- doing it),” but students also The consequences for be- for the course. If a student is bruises, cuts and punctures to mon sense, and allow aggres- say “the material [they need ing caught cheating at the caught cheating multiple times her body. sive tendencies to surface. to learn] is trivial, or courses college level are significantly at UW-GB, they could get sus- She was treated at St. Drugs may also, and often do, are too difficult.” Olkowski more drastic than at the high pended for one to four semes- Vincent Hospital, and a rape play a role. commented that many of the school level, however. At UW- ters from all the University of examination was performed. Date rape drugs can be students caught cheating pos- GB, “a growing number of in- Wisconsin colleges, according The woman told investigators mixed into a drink to make the sess a “sense of entitlement.” structors have a zero tolerance to Olkowski. she believed she was slipped consumer black out and forget Adding that the majority of policy. Regardless of how the The bottom line, according a “mood-enhancing” drug be- things that happen. Both girls instructors at UW-GB require student cheated, they are giv- to Professor Peter Peregrine at fore the alleged assault, caus- and boys who have been given students to put away electronic en an F for the course,” says Lawrence? “When a student ing her to want to comply these drugs report feeling par- devices while taking exams to Olkowski, further stating that cheats, they only hurt them- with the wishes of the male alyzed, having blurred vision, thwart the new trend of using the average cost of a class at selves.” students and then, eventually and lack of memory. Mix- black out. ing these drugs with alcohol Edmondson: Cheating in school an issue The two suspects were is highly dangerous and can these severe repercussions. The Noctiluca spoke to a meantime, I need to get good indefinitely suspended from even be deadly. When asked what mo- student on the condition of an- grades on my assignments.” the soccer team, and were Avoiding secluded or tivated them to cheat, the onymity, who confessed to fre- The student said they might not allowed to participate in strange places, staying so- overwhelming response of quently copying answers from continue the same type of be- any team activities, including ber and aware, not giving in the polled individuals was “I the back of their math text- havior in college. When asked practice, until the investiga- to peer pressure, and going wanted to get a good grade,” book. “Math is not my strong if they were concerned about tion is finished. out with a group of friends although a few admissions of suit,” the student said. “I just the consequences, they replied This event is awful in it- all can lessen the possibility “I didn’t feel like doing the don’t understand it. I’ll figure “yes,” but added they “honest- self, but what makes it more of rape from occurring. Tak- work” surfaced. it out before the test, but in the ly don’t care that much.” alarming to North students is ing self-defense classes are a good idea as well as avoiding places where a certain person or group of people may make any given situation uncom- fortable. Protection from an inci- dent of date rape is simple as long as common sense is used. It takes two seconds for some- one to slip a drug into a drink, but a lifetime to forget the con- sequences of such an action. Hopefully, much has been learned from this incident at UW Green Bay. College bound seniors this year espe- cially should be aware of the different types of parties, and their increasing levels of dan- ger, as they head off after high school. Date rape is a frightening and far too common issue for young adults everywhere but can be prevented with educa- tion and increasing awareness of the issue. OPINIONS Appleton, Wisconsin February 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Page 3

Let your voice Revolt in Egypt healthy for region be heard By Patrick Lowery

The Noctiluca staff graciously History has seen many accepts any letters to the edi- political revolutions, from the tor which will be published as space allows. Please limit French revolution to our very submissions to no more than own. Today, history is being 250 words. Anonymous sub- made in Egypt with a new rev- missions will not be printed olution for many of the same and all writing is subject to reasons as the prior two. When editing via our policy state- we hear revolution, we seem ment below. All letters to the to automatically think that it editor can be dropped off in must be for the right reasons the designated folder on the – we don’t stop to look to see door of the Publications Lab if it’s justifiable. Personally I at the south end of the LMC,

or e-mailed to Mrs. Bruce or believe that these protests are Photo from cadavearth.com/xrpdhp Mr. Ramponi, the staff advi- justifiable: their leader, Muba- Protesters rally for political reform in Tahrir Square. Egypt has been featured on sors, at: brucesusanne@aasd. rak, has been in power for 31 the world stage as perhaps the beginning of a remaking of the Middle East. k12.wi.us or years due to illegitimate elec- [email protected] tions and the people are taking a sham election is held where Their goal is to get Mubarak movement has led the charge .wi.us. their stand. citizens “vote” for a candidate, out of office and implement a and set the tone as a peaceful Egypt, since the assassi- although the candidates associ- more democratic government, transition. Noctiluca Mission nation of their former leader ated with Mubarak and Muba- at least in the long run. Hopefully the imple- Statement Nasser, has been lead by Hosni rak himself win every election. Mubarak has now stepped mented government will be To publish news, information, Mubarak. Mubarak has heavy Also, the Egyptian economy down and yielded his power to a true democracy, and if that entertainment and opinion ar- ties to the United States; in ticles for and about student, has failed with the rest of the the military. Personally I be- succeeds then the new gov- faculty and administration ac- fact, besides Israel, Egypt is world, but there seems to be lieve that this is the best thing ernment will be better for the tivities, interests and policies. the second largest acceptor of little improvement since the for the country as a whole. It is people of Egypt and the United Our goal is to maintain high United States aid. Also Egypt crash. Overall, Mubarak has a dangerous transition for the States. Since this movement ethical standards and provide is the only Middle Eastern been an inefficient, illegitimate U.S. overall because if the new has been thus far successful, a forum for free and respon- country to sign treaties with Is- leader of the sham democracy government is overly influ- I believe that the rest of the sible expression of student rael, and is by far our best ally he maintains as a dictator. enced by organizations like the Middle East will follow suit, as views. The newspaper strives among the Arab nations. So The youth of Egypt are Muslim Brotherhood, who are much already has, and that due for a high level of competen- Mubarak is a very good leader furious and fed up with Muba- anti-American, this movement to this largely peaceful ousting cy and welcomes diversity of as far as American interests are rak’s regime and have de- would hurt Egypt economical- of Mubarak the United States’ scope, depth and breadth of concerned, but that is about coverage in order to heighten cided to do something about ly and their peace with Israel. relations with the Middle East mutual understanding and where our approval of him it. Through social networking Either way, the move- will improve. But for now all awareness through our entire ends. Egypt has been subject such as facebook and Twitter ment had to happen; these il- we can do is sit back and watch school community. to an illegitimate democracy the youth and other leaders legitimate governments that this part of history take its Noctiluca since Mubarak took power. have organized a mass peace- rule over the Middle East must course, and hope it comes out Policy Statement Every two years in September ful protest in Tahrir Square. be ousted, and the Egyptian for the best. Published ten times per year, the student newspaper of Ap- pleton North High School is a Weighted grades Editorial Staff forum in which its student ed- Siri Pairin...... Editor-In-Chief itorial board makes decisions Megan Van Boxtel...... News Editor regarding its contents. Unsigned editorials express a necessity today Paige Resch...... Features Editor the views of the majority of the Brooke Resch...... Centerspread Editor editorial board. Letters to the By Sarah Dalgleish higher self-esteem. Laurel McKenzie...... Opinions Editor editor are welcomed and will Harvard, did a study on Alex Vanden Boogaard...... Sports Editor be published as space allows. It is time for Appleton North weighted grading systems and Abbey Edmonds...... Culture Editor Letters must be signed, al- to implement a weighted grad- concluded that “students tak- Jensen Enz...... Photography & Graphics Editor though the staff may withhold ing system. Many people that ing an honors class in high Megan Van Boxtel...... Copy Editor the name in certain circum- have stayed within the Apple- school ought to get an extra stances. ton Area School District may half a point for their trouble, The paper reserves the right Aaron Ramponi...... Staff Advisor to edit letters for grammar not know what that is. and that a B in an AP course Susanne Bruce...... Staff Advisor and clarity, and all letters are A weighted grading system ought to be counted as an A subject to laws governing is where students who take for the purpose of high school Contributors obscenity, libel, privacy and advanced and AP classes are grade-point averages.” disruption of the school pro- given more credit for their Catie Edmondson Andy Barta cess, as are all contents of the grade; for instance a “B” in an Marit Bakken Werley Kasdorf paper. AP class would be equivalent A “B” in an AP class Katie Fleming Andrew Vanden Boogaard Opinions in letters are not to an “A” in a regular class. Patrick Lowery Kea Losh necessarily those of the staff, would be equivalent The Principals Partnership, Arpita Wahal Abby Sline nor should any opinion ex- to an “A” in a regular an organization that focuses Irissa Danelski Neha Siddiqui pressed in a public forum be class. construed as the opinion or on school improvements, did Danielle Dahl Alex Larson policy of the Appleton North research on the topic and com- Kiya Govek Abigail Zabronsky High School administration, piled a list of advantages of a The proof is evident, the Maggie Mross Jessica Stohr Jenna Hillmer Sean Lyons unless so attributed. weighted grading system. advantages outweigh the dis- The Noctiluca reserves the Trent Tetzlaff Monica Stoeger According to supporters advantages just as rigorous Kelsey Lorenz right to publish images in both of weighted grades, students work should outweigh regular print and online format. who are on a weighted grad- coursework, but until Apple- The Noctiluca is also available in an online format. ing system take more rigorous ton North supports a weighted Contact Information courses, have a higher GPA grading system, those kids Visit us at www.aasd.k12.wi.us/north. Appleton North High School and class ranking, are more who take the initiative to chal- Or find us on Facebook. Search for Noctiluca. 5000 N. Ballard Road competitive with peers, strive lenge themselves will still be Appleton, WI 54913 for more elite college choices, on the same playing field as Phone: (920) 832-4300 and are more likely to have a those kids who do not. APPLETON CAREER ACADEMY Appleton, Wisconsin February 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Page 4 Students help school go green to be an issue here at North, over the school, in classrooms according to the group. Whole and in hallways. pieces of fruit and unopened There are bins for paper, bagged snacks were found glass and plastic bottles, and tossed in the trash, completely for items that cannot be recy- untouched. Students can help cled, such as gum. If everyone minimize waste during lunch at school did a better job of by not taking food that they recycling, it would drastically don’t necessarily plan to eat, improve our trash and recy- the group said. cling systems and help our en- Trash cans are placed all vironment as well. Photo by Kelsey Lorenz Students sort through lunch room trash in an attempt to see how much waste the school actually produces. By Katie Fleming the earth. er, “We want to find out how After the lunch hours are much trash and food items we The unmistakable stale scent over, students enrolled in the actually waste at school. of garbage floats down the Sustainability Class with the “The poundage of the things hallway near the swimming Appleton Career Academy we find in the trash cans will be pool. There, you find some empty out all the trash cans calculated, and we will use that people in protective clothing onto a tarp. They separate information to find the total and gas masks sorting through them into piles of paper, plas- cost of what was wasted.” The the yellow garbage cans that tic, Styrofoam, and miscella- information from this project are found in the school cafete- neous garbage. will be presented in front of an ria. This group of thoughtful “We have been in this class Appleton Area School District Kasdorf Photo by Wesley students found a way to simul- for two weeks, and this is our committee. Students do not do as adequate a job of recycling taneously help their school and first project,” says Kevin Kys- Wasting food items seems as ACA students believe they can. State Superintendent Evers English and gym class combined in Academy learns what ACA is all about By Kea Losh care about life. By Abby Sline The second half of the You may have a Gym or “Touching Spirit Bear,” ACA The Appleton Career Acad- English class at North High seminar deals with gym. This emy entertained a very spe- School, but in the Appleton is not like any ordinary gym cial guest recently on Febru- Career Academy (ACA), they class at North. There is abso- ary 3. Tony Evers, the state are combined! You may be lutely no exercising involved. Superintendent of Public In- asking yourself, how does Phy. Ed teacher Mr. Maves struction, came to see what that work? has students sit in the class- was up in the ACA. In one of the seminars of- room and work on survival During his visit he learned fered, students had a chance skills. that the ACA is a charter to earn an English and Gym Mr. Maves got this idea school under the ILC (inter- credit at the same time. The from the book; like in the disciplinary learning collab- course is called: “Touching situation where Cole is trying orative) model. Its mission Spirit Bear.” Every Friday, to survive on an island, with is to provide students with a students go into Mr. Ropel- nothing but the clothes on his career focus and instruction- Academy Photo from Career la’s room and read the book, back and a knife. Mr. Maves al activities that preview pro- Student Tommy Ziolokowski shows Mr. Evers Touching Spirit Bear. separated students into groups which included survival foods, fessions within personalized aspects of the Career Academy. The book is about a boy learning environments. The named, Cole, who likes to beat backpacking, fires, and traps. emphasis is on student ca- their educational goals. All up weaker people, and has a Students could create board reer interest, leadership, and ACA’s mission is to projects were very informa- very bad attitude towards his games, videos, and posters. service learning which cre- provide students with tive and allowed Mr. Evers alcoholic dad, and a mother Really anything could be ates a sense of relevance and a career focus and to understand what Career who cares more about herself, made to teach others about and her family’s reputation. the topic. Students could not increases student achieve- instructional activities Academy students really care ments. about. Cole gets sent to “Juvy” for choose their own groups. Mr. Students in the ACA learn that preview “It was really nerve-wrack- beating up a boy named Peter. Maves wanted to push people 21st century skills through professions. ing, but very rewarding be- But another guy wants to help out of their comfort zones working with partner organi- cause Mr. Evers commented him out and he offers Cole which encouraged making zations. Past partnerships that that our project was very im- a way out, if he is willing to good social connections. ACA students have forged and Health. pressive” said Grace Johnson, change. I really recommend people with include Hoffman, Goods Mr. Evers participated in after her presentation about Cole has to agree to be join the ACA. The teachers are Made Good, Vans, Theda- many activities such as hear- her project with Thedacare. shipped off to an island by wonderful, and push students’ care, and St. Josephs Food ing students present their own All in All, Mr. Evers visit himself where he meets the limits to achieve higher and Pantry. These community community projects. These was a fantastic way for the Spirit Bear. Without giving better goals for their future. based projects are subjected projects truly showcased the Career Academy staff and away what happens to Cole, ACA students make lifelong around three strands: Busi- hard work and dedication students to showcase what let’s just say he really starts to friendships with all students ness and Marketing, Design, that ACA students have to the ACA is all about. feel guilty, and starts to really they work with as well. FEATURES Appleton, Wisconsin February 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Page 5 February holidays celebrate sweets and sweet-tooths By Jessica Stohr Love-struck week. Around the birthday is on the 22nd. Also, world, couples honor their ro- in case one wasn’t doing this February is a month of mance by exchanging valen- before, February 22nd is Inter- romance, candy, and . . . teeth? tines and chocolates. February national Thinking Day. February is not only the Na- isn’t all for couples, though. Other holidays include tional Children’s Dental Health February 15th, the day after National Chocolate Mint Day Month but on the 19th and also National Tell a Fairy W e d d i n g s Tale Day on the Month and 26th. Black His- The 28th is tory Month. Public Sleeping Af- Day. It’s a good Photo by Paige Resch ter Janu- day to sleep, be- Samantha is preparing to take on Washington D.C. ary, many cause it is also await the Tooth Fairy Student spotlight: mysterious Day. Hopefully, prophecies for the good of of a certain Alex Larson Graphic by the economy, With ‘heartfelt’ messages, Sweethearts and other Miss DeRidder goes groundhog. she’ll put money On the sec- candies are Valentine’s Day classics. under everyone’s ond, Punx- pillow, and be to Washington sutawney Phil couldn’t find Valentine’s Day, is Singles’ extra generous during Dental By Paige Resch “There’s 104 students his shadow, so he predicted an Awareness Day. Health Month. total: two from each state, early spring. Besides this, February is Even though it’s easy to This March, Samantha two from D.C., and two from Although Groundhog a month of celebrating great get caught up in valentines DeRidder will be attending the Department of Defense Day is a popular day in Feb- U.S. leaders. Abraham Lin- and lovestruck pep, remember the United States Senate Youth Education Activity, which is ruary, Valentine’s Day is the coln’s birthday is on the 12th, February has more to offer, Program in Washington D.C. for kids on military bases in most significant. At Appleton President’s Day is on the 21st, like minty chocolate, fairies, After a competitive application different countries. There’s North High, we celebrated with and George Washington’s and dental hygene. process, she has been selected one from England and one as one of two high school from Italy, so that’s really upperclassmen chosen to exciting.” Travel log: Los Angeles represent Wisconsin. However, as is shown After sending in her by her multiple activities, By Arpita Wahal Bring a camera along be- Prada, Gucci, and Chanel. essay and general application, DeRidder is not one to wait cause the picturesque and fa- If shopping at these top- DeRidder was not certain if she for things to happen. She has Situated at the southern tip mous buildings seen while notch stores would mean would make it to Washington. already begun connecting with of California, this city is lined taking various tours are not to breaking the bank, the Farm- “When I applied for this I was her fellow delegates. “There’s with beautiful palm trees and be missed. There are numer- er’s Market and Grove, which doubtful that I’d receive it. a Facebook [page] to get to well-known buildings. Los ous sightseeing tours to pick sells fresh produce and general After two months of waiting, I know as many kids as you can Angeles is known for its abun- and chose from. A speaker snack foods, is a great place to didn’t think I got it,” DeRidder before you go.” dance of largely famous tourist provides tourists with general visit while still experiencing said. Samantha DeRidder’s attractions which are visible at information pertaining to the the social aspects of LA shop- Finally, last December, future seems bright but is not every corner. famous buildings including ping. the news arrived that Sam clear. In a statement given to If someone speaks the two historical aspects of the archi- The Hollywood Walk of DeRidder was chosen as a the United States Senate Youth words Los Angeles, bright tecture. Tourists can sit back Fame at Hollywood Boulevard student delegate. “It was a Program, DeRidder wrote green palm trees, heavy traffic, and relax as they marvel at the consists of more than 2,500 huge surprise, but a good that, “Recently, I discovered and warm weather may come city’s beauty. pieces of sidewalk each em- surprise.” a strong personal interest in to mind. Often, the bus will stop bossed with 5 point stars. Each The week-long program Psychology and Government. With its rich history in film and tourists will have the op- star is dedicated to one famous was started by the Senate in I love the healthcare field, production, it person for 1962 and provides the student but surprisingly, a part of me is a hot spot an individual delegates with the opportunities enjoys not knowing.” for the film in- achievement to meet with multiple senators, Sam has been a participant dustry, hous- in Hollywood. a Supreme Court justice, and and leader of numerous ing hundreds Occasionally high-level policy makers of organizations both inside and of famous ac- Photo by google-images there is a pub- various executive branch outside of school. Some of tors and ac- lic commemo- agencies. her leadership roles include tresses. However, many may portunity to walk through fa- ration of a new individual as “We haven’t gotten a Link Crew leader, member be surprised to know that LA mous areas. Entirely walking their star gets painted. schedule yet, but last year the of Student Council, HOSA began as a small agricultural tours and studio tours are also While touring the streets students got to meet [President] president, and member of settlement in the 1820s. available to experience the of Los Angeles, it is possible Obama,” DeRidder said. “Special Friends” Elementary With its rich history and film industry. to catch a glimpse of the iconic Even more than the chance School Mentoring Program, to culture, there is much greater Situated at Rodeo Drive white “Hollywood” lettering to meet with people working name a few. depth to the city than most is the famous Beverly Center. which lies embedded in green successfully in government, DeRidder will be people are actually aware of Tourists can walk the streets of hills. This famous Hollywood DeRidder says that she is most representing Appleton North that is beyond what initially fashion stores of the best brands sign cost over 20 thousand enthused about the opportunity High School, Wisconsin, appears to the eye. in the country. Famous actors dollars to construct. to learn and make lifelong and her generation of young The astounding attractions and actresses can be spotted Whether visiting Los An- connections. people. “While I’m there I just to be encountered while tour- lingering through crowds of geles is just a dream for the “I’m most looking forward want to show that even young ing Los Angeles include its paparazzi. Lined with palm future, or an ideal escape from to meeting the outstanding kids can make a difference and sandy beaches, famous movie trees, the expensive shopping the Wisconsin winter, a trip students [and] seeing the types that one day we are going to stars’ homes, movie studios, stores at this location include there can be a truly enriching of jobs that are available in be the future leaders of this and shopping areas. Versace, Dior, Calvin Klein, experience. government,” DeRidder said. country.” CENTERSPREAD Appleton, Wisconsin February 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Page 6 Chewing gum can be Networking sites a ‘sticky situation’ can be helpful By Kiya Govek ground. Since gum is not bio- these helpful sweeteners, it is degradable, it will remain there just as effective in adding to the Gum chewing is a com- until it is scraped off. If gum production of saliva. and hazardous mon pastime for students in chewing does not disrupt class As well as helping the and out of class. Often a stu- or cause a multitude of dried mouth, gum can reduce calorie dent can go through one to two gum on the ground, it will usu- intake. It may even become an By Arpita Wahal cessibility to these social me- sticks a day, even up to a whole ally be allowed in class. effective tool in fighting obe- dias, consequently promoting pack with the help of friends. It is important to keep in sity. Each piece of gum has five Each day, millions of the chance of addiction. Many In many districts gum chewing mind that some classes will or less calories usually, as op- Americans log onto MySpace, claim that technology is threat- is banned in the schools, and never allow gum, because of posed to other sweets or snacks Twitter, or Facebook. Social ening our lives, making us less in the elementary and middle health risks or unavoidable that can get up to 100 calories networking has never been as human. We may have an easier schools of the Appleton Area complications with the lesson. or higher. By chewing gum, widely used as it is in the pres- time communicating with oth- School District this is true. A These classes are usually music a student can eliminate his or ent. Approximately 73% of ers; however, overuse of this student at the Appleton North classes such as choir, band, or her cravings for other sugary teenagers and 47% of adults technology inevitably isolates High School has the benefit orchestra. Others foods. are associated with at least one us from the world. With the of being able to chew include gym Aside from the physical social network. This increase in advent of social media, every- gum in class, if the classes and benefits, gum has some psy- use, however, has been causing one can observe the changes in teacher allows. c l a s s e s chological benefits as well. It an overuse of social media ac- modern society. To under- where has a kind of stress-ball effect, cess. Take the setting of a coffee stand the effects speak- giving students something to These networking sites shop. In modern times, more of gum in a i n g do in class. With students more have become a huge hit, with people can be seen checking school, it is im- is a relaxed, it is easier to do better Facebook reaching its peak 500 twitter updates or updating their portant to know promi- in school. Studies have shown million users during July 2010. MySpace page rather than be- why teachers ban nent part that students who chew gum They have been created specifi- ing engaged in actual conversa- it in the first place. of the will have a longer attention cally so people have the oppor- tion with those around them. For many teachers, material. span and have greater concen- tunity to remain in contact with Some scientists believe cy- the disdain for gum W h e n tration than those who don’t. their friends at all times. ber interactions are making us comes from the noise allowed, gum can Greater concentration can Creators like Mark Zuck- less “human” as people are re- and the mess. Students who actu- ally be beneficial to stu- lead to higher test scores, even erburg, the youngest billion- sorting to engaging in activity chew gum loudly will often be dents. Advantages of chewing up to 26% to 36% improve- aire alive, are responsible for on their electronic gadgets in- asked to spit it out. The noise gum in school include dental ment. While the benefit can de- designing these sites which stead of experiencing life-like can disrupt the lesson, plus it health, weight reduction, re- pend on the student, many have provide users with a stimulat- situations. Users must be aware will probably annoy other stu- lieving of stress, and improved benefited from the chewing of ing social experience, promot- to limit use so they aren’t en- dents and the teacher. concentration and test scores. gum. It increases blood flow to ing communication greatly all gaged for overwhelming peri- Multiple studies have the brain, which in turn increas- across the nation. In addition ods of time. Studies have found shown that chewing sugar-free es alertness and concentration. to nurturing long distance re- strong links with an overuse in gum, and even gum with sugar, While it is still the teach- lationships, social bonds are technology and increased risk Some classes will has serious health benefits in a er’s right to place a limit on formed among people who oth- of mental illness and depres- never allow gum, dental point of view. The pro- gum chewing, there can be no erwise may never have the op- sion. because of the health cess of chewing creates more denying the benefits of gum in portunity to meet face to face. Social networking sites However, there is a great were an instant hit and continue risks or unavoidable saliva in the mouth, which can school. If students are mindful effectively help clean teeth. A about not chewing loudly and pitfall for users, especially those to help people stay in touch all complications. survey by the American Den- disposing of the gum in the who chose to go overboard. An over the world. How- tal Association showed that proper receptacle, gum can be a increase in Internet use on mo- ever, they were “chewing sugarless gum for 20 valuable addition to a student’s bile phones has given d e s i g n e d minutes following meals can school supplies. us greater ac- to be ac- The second aversion lies help prevent tooth decay.” In cessed in in what a student does to dis- addition, the sweeteners, xyli- mod- pose of the gum. While most tol and sorbitol, that are used era- students will do the respectful in sugarless gum have decay- tion. thing, and place the gum in a preventing properties of their N e x t trash bin, some are too lazy. own. While gum with sug- time you check These students will often place ar does not have a status update the gum on the underside of a or update your desk or simply leave it on the M y s p a c e , make sure you don’t stay on- line for hours on end. CENTERSPREAD Appleton, Wisconsin February 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Page 7 Caffeine portions and addictions grow

By Danielle Dahl school students has become ergy sources of food and rest. what keeps everyone com- limitless. Forget rest, a cup In a sense, caffeine from cof- ing back for more. Take Many coffee lovers live by o’ joe can be a snooze right? fee, soda, and energy drinks away this fix however, the notion that the first brew Wrong. is a foreign substance to the and the caffeine con- begins the day. For others, Caffeine (yes, believe it body and more importantly a sumer is bombarded like North junior Rachel Ol- or not: caffeine is a drug) has false stimulant. with migraines, son, one is not enough. When its “perks”, but as we become Junior Abby Sline has been shakes, muscle asked about her relationship conditioned to the drug’s ef- subject to this false stimula- with coffee she says “Don’t fects, we need more and more tion. She says, “I know that I talk to me until I’ve had my in order to sense those “perks.” just feel a lot happier second cup. Without it, I can’t Hence growth of beverage when I drink function.” sizes. However, the majority coffee.” The It’s evident that caffeine of caffeine users fail to recog- stimula- consumption among students nize this concept of tolerance t i o n pain, exces- is on the rise as many students that their bodies are undergo- i s sive sleep, “crabby” attitudes feel the same as Rachel. With ing which consequently leads and even depression. developments like the 20 ounce them to ignore when their bod- Don’t panic though, for thermos, the new “Trenta” size ies cry out “Enough!” most of you regular caffeine at Starbucks, and Monster En- The human body isn’t built sippers, the addiction hasn’t ergy Drink’s notorious “BFC”, to run on caffeine. It is meant come upon you. As for the the caffeine tolerance of high to be fueled by its natural en- rest, well, let’s hope you are

Photo from google images never left with an empty cup. ‘Cocoa and cram’ Why students crave chocolate By Irissa Danelski But why do teenagers in hand. Students stop them “On any given week I prob- here. crave this simple snack? While to trade a dollar for delicious ably sell, on average, 80-100 During lunch hours, a bliss- Americans love chocolate. some people are just interested candy. Some students swear candy bars…which is about ful and familiar aroma wafts The average person eats around in its infamous flavor, but by their favorite makers: The 2-2.5 boxes of Vande Walle’s through the commons: cook- 12 pounds per year. That aver- many people can get hooked smooth taste of Seroogy’s, or candy bars.” ies. Chocolate chip cookies, to ages to about one half ounce on it for its chemical compo- the flavorful Van De Walles. And John is in good com- be precise. When the cookies of chocolate a day. Some sition. The phenyl-ethylamine These local businesses pany, as many of his fellow are baking and their scent fills people are “chocoholics” and in chocolate releases pleasure have provided an excellent op- classmates follow suit and sell the Commons, the school store eat far beyond that, and well, hormones in the brain. Ac- portunity for students. They chocolate candy bars for their is packed full of hungry buy- some just don’t get their share. cording to a WebMD report, have given them the chance own fund-raisers. John also ers eager to get their hands on Appleton North students love chocolate’s high concentration to raise money for school trips makes a good comment on the sweet treats. chocolate bars, cookies, and of flavonoids helps with - car so students who might not why chocolate is so successful Without a doubt, the stress treats. With students selling diovascular health. otherwise be able to afford it, of a fund-raiser, “The easiest of school keeps most high-

Americans eat seven billion chocolate chip cookies every year. Teens love them for being affordable, healthy, and “finger-licking-good.” chocolate in school from fan- So with an irresistible taste can go. Both programs offer a thing about fund-raising with schoolers looking for a com- tastic local businesses, and and legitimate health benefits, 50-percent profit for the fund- the candy bars is that they are fort-food. And with afford- the school store offering fresh it’s no surprise that most stu- raiser which adds up quickly. easy to sell, everybody loves ability, health benefits, and a made cookies, chocolate is a dents at North have eating and John Wulterkens is one them. They’re cheap, only one smooth taste, most teens can big part of most high-school- spending habits closely linked of North’s many chocolate dollar, not some twenty-dollar find that comfort in a bar of ers’ daily lives and makes with chocolate. vendors. His success is proof box of fruit or candy or some- chocolate. those tough Mondays so much Every day you see them: of just how much North loves thing. [They are] real simple better. It is without a doubt, a Fellow classmates with box- chocolate. When asked how and easy.” But North’s choco- staple in the teenage lifestyle. es—filled with candy bars— much he sells, John wrote, late consumption doesn’t stop Graphics by Brooke Resch FEATURES Appleton, Wisconsin February 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Page 8 TREKing thru High School By Abigail Zabronsky February Horoscopes: Pisces By Neha Siddiqui Libra (Sept. 22-Oct. 22) The number I am thinking of Aries (March 21-April 20) is 12. This is not the number Look out for an injury before you are thinking of, especially your sports season. Speaking if you are not thinking of a of which, it’s time you stopped number. procrastinating and started training. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Climbing the stairs backwards Taurus (April 21-May 20) is a good way to work out your If you want to get to know your calves, with an added bonus of lab partner better, ask what is helping you meet your future in their pockets. soul mate.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 20) You are about to make three Before you have another argu- separate decisions this month. ment about politics, think: is One will be a good decision, it really worth explaining to the second will be not so good someone who won’t under- and the third one is a terrible stand? Then walk away and idea, not necessarily in that or- congratulate yourself for being der. the better citizen.

Cancer (June 21-July 21) Capricorn (Dec. 21-Jan. 19) Change your email password, Every time you have a weird because we all know what day you wonder whether it is. Don’t believe us? Your there’s someone out there con- password doesn’t end with a trolling your destiny. Is it pos- 3. See? How would we know sible for this kind of thing to that if we didn’t know your en- happen by chance? You won- tire password? And if it does der. Today is going to be one end with a 3, then we knew of those days. that too. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) Leo (July 22-Aug. 21) The positioning of planet Ju- “Love in spoonfuls” is a great piter shows that you don’t be- way to sign off a Valentine’s lieve in horoscopes. Card, but not a particularly practical way to dole out your Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) feelings. Hey birthday person. Today you are going to read your Virgo (Aug. 22-Sept. 21) horoscope via Noctiluca. If Add an ‘O’ sound to the end of you got a bad present (or noth- every name and you will fall ing) for Valentine’s Day, don’t madly in love with the perfect worry. You are due for twice as person before month’s end. many presents on your birthday as you would have before. February Sudoku 8 5 3 1 3 5 7 6 1 5 3 5 7 9 1 2 7 1 9 4 6 4 9 8 2 9 4 6 2 6 4 8 SPORTS Appleton, Wisconsin February 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Page 9 Packers reclaim Lombardi trophy Next came the Bears, the ultimate Packers rival By Andrew Vanden whom the Packers eventu- Boogaard ally bested in a sound defen- sive performance in Week 16, Amidst a multitude of and, eventually, in the NFC injuries, a seemingly “one- Championship Game. After dimensional” offense and a that, the Packers simply rolled struggling special team, the on a wave of confidence and were still pride. proved able to overcome all obstacles to be unstoppable through- and capture Super Bowl XLV. out the playoffs, torching the Morale was higher in Wiscon- Philadelphia Eagles and At- sin than ever before during the lanta Falcons as well as earn- Packers epic Super Bowl run. ing himself a “Championship The season overall never Belt” along the way. seemed as stellar as its ending. Through the first six games, the Packers were a meager “They’ve showed 3-3, struggling to even survive up when everyone in their own division. By this thought they were time, many Packer fans (ad- mittedly, myself) began to lose down. They never quit some faith. Injuries plagued trying. They never Photo by Maggie Mross the team; Ryan Grant had been stopped believing.” sidelined for the season in the Students greet the Packers at Lambeau Field after they won the Super Bowl. first game alone, and later in their all-important starters as as well. for the next. But the team that - week 5, the Packers key play- well. Veteran linebacker Nick At this point in the season, many have grown to love did making tight end Jermichael Barnett never returned from fans and media alike began not rest, did not hesitate. The In total, the only way to Finley had been lost to a knee his wrist injury in Week 5, and questioning their own team, Packers seemed to grow stron- illustrate the Packers season injury. In addition to the of- starting safety Morgan Burnett wondering whether to just ger from these injuries, boast- is through Ted Thompson, fense, the defense lost a few of went down in that same week give up this season and rest up ing an 11-3 record from Week the essential Packers General 6 on out. Manager who, in turn, drafted But the true march to the the crucial players that we now Super Bowl began much ear- praise. Aaron Rodgers, B.J. lier than the playoffs. It be- Raji, , Sam gan late in the regular season, Shields, and Erik when the Packers, with a me- Walden were all signed by diocre record of 8-6, realized Thompson, a man once ridi- that in order to make the play- culed for letting the legend- offs, they would need to win ary yet indecisive Brett Favre the remainder of their regular leave the organization. So season games. much credit must be bestowed Talk of their playoff sce- upon you, Mr. Thompson, a nario only made the Pack man who stated to the Milwau- stronger, as a sense of urgency kee Journal Sentinel, “They’ve erupted from the Packers in showed up when everyone their Week 15 game, thrashing thought they were down. They the crumbling New York Gi- never quit trying. They never ants in an all-around dominat- stopped believing.” ing team performance. Photo by Jenna Hillmer Fans gather to welcome the Pack back to Lambeau. SPORTS Appleton, Wisconsin February 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Page 10 North girls ‘perform’ at UDA By Siri Pairin vation Army kettle campaign, Warming Shelter fleece blan- The North Performance ket project, and the Adopt a team, divided into two sepa- Family holiday mission. rate sectors, the tumble team The tumble team, who and the dance team, competed competed on Saturday, Feb- at Universal Cheer/Dance As- ruary 12th, delivered a great sociation Nationals this past routine and “left it all on the week. The 16 members of the mats.” The dance team, which tumble team earned 21st place competed on February 5th and in the National qualifying 6th, also gave great perfor- round, and the 17 dance team mances. members earned 9th place in The performance team Pom and 12th in Jazz during is lead by five seniors. They their qualifying round. are Cassidy Getsfried, Cassy As a team, the girls per- Hemmen, Riley Sutika, Karley form at over 60 football and Krawze and Hailey Hagen. basketball games. Throughout Riley Sutika had a few the year, they compete in lo- words to describe her experi- cal, regional and state compe- ence on the team: Photo by Vicki King Photo by Vicki titions including Little Chute, We had a great ex- The Performance Team made up of tumblers and dancers poses on the patio, Freedom, Oshkosh, Wisconsin perience at UDA Na- Rapids and WACPA contests. showing off their power in numbers. Not only does the team suc- tionals this year! We ceed academically with an av- had great routines as new to UDA and we definitely are starting son. We had a strong erage GPA of 3.6, but donate well as a really dedi- are still working on to be better known. performance in Orlan- over 100 hours of community cated team. building a reputation It really is an honor do and we are mak- service. Projects include: Sal- Appleton North is there, but I think we getting to dance with ing a name for the such talented teams Appleton North Dance and it really gives us Team at a national something to strive for level. in future years. It was everything I The team this year could have asked for was so fun. The girls to conclude my senior are hard working, year. dedicated, and hilari- I love those girls ous. They are always and I’ll always have making me laugh, and memories of my ex- it is amazing to have perience on the dance such a strong support team for the rest of system. my life. It is physically and It was awesome to emotionally drain- work with girls who ing sometimes; it is are so respectful, a huge time commit- dedicated, and tal- ment, but they are al- ented. I am going to ways working hard. miss them a lot, but I I couldn’t be more can’t wait to see their Photo by Susanne Bruce proud of our accom- success in the future The Dance team gathers at the Wisconsin Rapids Regional Competition. plishments this sea- seasons. Team wrestles out a winning season By Trent Tetzlaff lot better, especially the under- along with after school practice “The sport is just so classmen.” “We have a great daily. The boys wrestling team mentally and The team has posted a 6-3 group of athletes this “We have a great group has always been known as one physically taxing day conference record so far this year that really came of athletes this year that really of the top competitors in the season, with all three losses be- came together. Also, we have a FVA conference, year in and in and day out,” ing close. North also won the together.... the future young program that the future year out. -Jake Kettenhofen Wausau East tournament as a looks bright.” looks bright for,” says senior Now that the team has team. -Sami Khatib wrestler Sami Khatib. nearly reached the end of their Michael Yang, Vili Xiong, Wrestling is a more de- The Appleton North wres- season, individuals will have to Evan Jozwiak, Chase Eagan, manding sport than most peo- At the beginning of the year the tling program is a reputable wrestle their way for a chance Jake Kettenhofen, and Sami ple realize. “The sport is just team has morning conditioning program with many great ath- at the state tournament. Khatib. so mentally and physically tax- and then practice after school letes. Many look forward to There are many wrestlers According to senior wres- ing day in and day out,” said for two straight weeks. seeing the great individual per- on the team that have a very tler Evan Jozwiak, “Our team senior wrestler Jake Ketten- Throughout the season, the formances by Coach Clough’s good chance of making state has had an up and down year. hofen about the toughness of team has morning and after- team at the state tournament in tournament, such as seniors Despite that, we’ve gotten a the wrestling season in general. noon practice every Tuesday, the near future. CULTURE Appleton, Wisconsin January 2011 Vol. XVI Issue VI Page 11 The sun sets for innovator By Sean Lyons genius, whose music, (al- Johnson, Son House, Muddy other occasions) and on his vealed as Multiple-Sclerosis, though brilliant) still requires Waters, and Howlin’ Wolf, and , most famously, on an inflammatory disease in For those unaware (And to- much patience to endure the played together often at tiny Zappa’s “Willie the Pimp,” which the fatty cells surround- day, for many that is certain.) I first listen. gigs in two makeshift bands, where Van Vliet in his swag- ing the axons (neurotransmit- do not write for only this man, Captain Beefheart was born The Omens, and The Black- gering voice narrates a day in ters) are damaged, causing but also for yourselves. Any- Don Glen Vliet on January outs, in which, Zappa was the the life of said Pimp. By the neurological damage. one who went by the name of: 15th, 1941, in Glendale, Cali- drummer. Van Vliet grew to end the “” tour, In wake of Van Vliet’s “Captain Beefheart” would fornia. (Name later changed be a renegade, who was al- relationships between the two death due to the ravaging dis- probably not have sparked to “Van Vliet” for unknown ways at odds with authority eventually soured, and they ease, which came on Decem- much inspiration in this gen- reasons.) Van Vliet as a child figures, and whose opinions of talked little afterwards, only ber 17th, 2010, eration, his very stage-name enjoyed the arts (Although he the conventional were always reestablishing their friendship magazine issued a condensed a clear representation of his didn’t find a love of music un- expressed in ways of pranks, when in 1993 Zappa was diag- selection of Van Vliet’s best style. til he reached his teens.) mouthing-off, and creating nosed with terminal Pancreatic work from his accomplished It’s unfortunately safe to Day in, day out, at the age myths about his life. Cancer. career. Entitled: “The Essen- say that his work wasn’t ra- of four, he would fondle with In 1959, he dropped out of He and his “Magic Band” tial Beefheart,” which high- dio-friendly. He collaborated clay and would sculpt intricate Antelope Valley Art School would crank out a total of 12 lighted four masterpieces from and he created, his music, a little creations; Portuguese to begin his musical career. albums from 1966 to 1982, his repertoire. gritty, swirling mixture of so- sculptor Augustinio Rodriguez Van Vliet formed his “Magic where in 1982, Van Vliet grew The four albums were phisticated Classical practice, discovered Van Vliet, and de- Band,” which featured a re- wearisome of the Rock Star 1967’s “,” 1969’s Rock ‘n’ Roll stomp, elabo- cided to start showcasing clay volving door of talented mu- lifestyle, and retreated into “,” 1972’s rate Jazz arrangements, and animals that Van Vliet made, sicians the likes of seclusion near Trinidad, Cali- “,” and 1980’s “Doc grooving Delta- boo- on his weekly television show and , and every so fornia. at the Radar Station.” Van Vli- gie, proved unearthly among for the next several years. often, teaming up with Frank Keeping his focus on his et proved to be influences to the already strange period in At age 13, Van Vliet and Zappa as a producer and musi- love of painting and sculpt- many throughout the music in- which his work mainly flour- his family moved to Lancaster, cal mentor, and who eventually ing, Van Vliet put on exhibits dustry, influencing many from ished. (Mainly during the 60’s California, where he discov- first coined Van Vliet’s even- of his artwork, of which some the Avant-Garde New York and 70’s.) ered music. He soon became tual permanent stage name: works reached selling bids of punks in Sonic Youth, to the He was both a perfectionist, fluent in the saxophone and “Captain Beefheart.” And Van $25,000. Van Vliet published trippy duo-some of MGMT, to who allegedly taught his band harmonica, and met childhood Vliet would return the favor a book of poems, paintings, the wailing Blues-singer, Tom mates by ear their parts of friend and future frequent col- for Zappa, appearing numer- and sketches in 1987 entitled: Waits. songs that he composed, and laborator . ous times on stage with Zappa “Skeleton Breath, Scorpion Now he rests, but his work who rigorously drilled them The two bonded over their and his band (The Mothers of Blush.” doesn’t, seeping into the roots on performing his songs, who shared love of Rhythm and Invention). By 1990, Van Vliet became of many performance artists planned every lyric and note Blues, staying up late obses- When they shared the 1975 wheel-chair bound; reasons still clinging to life, astronom- he penned, and an obscured sively listening to Robert “Bongo Fury” tour, (and on behind it were later to be re- ically. Vampire Academy Series finally delivers action packed ending with strength, courage, and nity to run for queen. But, as With interesting surprises a royal murder? Will Lissa’s compassion. is the case with most heroes, sprinkled throughout the entire sibling be found? What will When unexpected happen- there are villains: Victor and book including an intriguing happen with Rose and her love ings occur at the Moroi Royal Robert Dashkov. In order to development between Rose triangle? A best-seller; pick up Court, Rose is accused of mur- find Lissa’s sibling, Rose must and Lissa’s bond, Last Sac- your copy today, curl up under der. 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