he agle’s ye TVolume 10 Issue 1 ESt. Benedict at Auburndale High School, ECordova, TN October 3, 2013 SBA welcomes new principal Amanda Slade scription can merit; every day tennis; she even started SBA’s Co-Editor brings unique and different ex- cross country team. periences. Outside of school, Mrs. Mor- Sondra Morris, a long-time “When we were getting new ris is the mother of five chil- SBA faculty member, crowns bleachers over the summer, dren, including Clare, an SBA her 28th year with one of the I learned about construction. junior. most notable positions—prin- I even learned the difference “[Having my mom as prin- cipal. between a good concrete pour cipal] has its ups and downs. Following the departure of and a bad concrete pour,” said Overall, it’s nice [to have her former principal George Va- Mrs. Morris. here] when I forget things,” ladie, the Superintendent and As principal, she also “rep- said Clare. the Bishop asked Mrs. Morris resents SBA off-campus,” like She is married to the Director if she would take on the role when attending meetings and of Marketing and Communica- of interim principal. when students receive outside tions of SBA’s rival, CBHS. “Mr. Valadie was a fabulous awards, such as “Best of the However, even though the two leader and visionary. I’m go- Preps” and “Academic All- schools exist in harmony in ing to have to be at the top Stars.” the Morris home, she knows of my game,” she said. “[My During her years at SBA, where to draw the line. goal is to] keep SBA moving Mrs. Morris has held vari- “I don’t wash anything pur- forward. Our job as educators ous positions. She began as a ple and gold,” she said. is to prepare students for Har- classroom teacher of science, Mrs. Morris attended SBEC vard and heaven. We prepare physical education, health, and high school—where she was them for the next level, wheth- theology. basketball homecoming queen er it be college or military. It’s She went on to become Ath- runner-up—before going to a huge undertaking.” letic Director, Director of Ad- Union University to major in photo by Amanda Slade With her new role, Mrs. missions, Registrar, Director physical education and health As the new principal of SBA, Mrs. Morris has introduced some Morris has more contact with of Student Affairs, Develop- and minor in science. changes, and she is looking forward to the rest of the school year. students, and she interacts ment Director, Dean of Stu- Mrs. Morris received her with each department at SBA. dents, and Assistant Principal. master’s in education, with an Memphis. principal, while the Diocese However, her job encom- She has coached volleyball, emphasis in athletic admin- Mrs. Morris will finish out determines the permanent re- passes more than a mere de- basketball, golf, softball, and istration, at the University of the academic year as interim placement. MMI offers healthy choices and cheaper prices Rachel Hofer took notice of more than a few teachers are just a few of these “It was a blessing in dis- In previous years, students Co-Editor changes to the SBA lifestyle. changes. One of the most no- guise. It’s really a wonderful in sixth period lunch typi- A new principal, new rules, table changes, particularly for company,” said Ms. Monteath. cally experienced a smaller Upon return for another and even new laptops for the students, is the new lunch ser- One of the main changes selection of food than those in school year, SBA students vice provider. from the switch to MMI is fourth and fifth lunch. Management, the pricing of lunch. MMI According to Ms. Mont- Inc. (MMI) replaced Sodexo examined Sodexo’s pricing eath, judging how much food as the provider of SBA’s lunch. of lunch—specifically the is needed to serve everyone is MMI is a privately owned hot lunch—and decided they one of the most challenging company with over 50 years of could offer lower prices based aspects of feeding a student experience of providing food on their similar accounts. body, plus faculty and staff. and hospitality services. In addition to lower pricing, Providing enough food for all Karen Monteath is the head MMI is making a conscious students in all lunch periods is of MMI’s St. Benedict divi- effort to provide healthier op- one of MMI’s main goals for sion. She worked in food and tions to students in the hot the year. beverage services for a differ- meal. They plan to utilize dif- Ms. Monteath is very ex- ent company for 13 years be- ferent themes throughout the cited to be working with MMI fore replying to an ad about the year to bring in a wider variety to provide lunch for SBA, position at MMI. of healthy foods. and she has many fresh ideas She had a very successful in- “There are so many more to make lunch healthier and terview and was informed later options, and they’re all deli- more exciting. “I love the ex- photo by Savannah Boettcher that same day that she had re- cious,” said senior Nikki Shah citement from the staff and The new lunch provider, MMI, introduces a wide variety of healthy food choices at convenient prices for SBA students. ceived the position. of the new food selections. students,” said Ms. Monteath. What’s inside the Eye page page page 5 8 11Ten-dollar dates

Planetarium gets a face-lift Meet the new basketball coach The Eagle’s Eye St. Benedict at Auburndale The Eye on Editorials 2 October 2013 Editorial Board SBA serves as second family to many new clubs, and more new stu- Mr. Angotti led us in a song Co-Editors dents. We are fortunate to be about serving the Lord in our Rachel Hofer in a Diocese where the Bishop house. This is our house, so Amanda Slade Mrs. Morris and priests recognize the im- let’s serve Him in all we do Copy Editor portance of a Catholic educa- this year. That’s not an easy Kayla Williamson tion. Because of the visionary task. Just as family members Reflections guidance and leadership, we might have disagreements and Reporters are the St. Benedict of today. misunderstandings, so will Jack Borg We have a state-of-the-art we. We are a family – take Savannah Boettcher Interim Principal campus sitting on 22 acres care of each other, have each Bailey Coppedge with over 183,000 square feet. other’s back, and protect “the Lauren James Take a minute to look around Nest.” Alanna Oliphant It is a privilege to serve as have experienced their first at what we’ve been given and Let’s make every day count. Andrew Wadovick your principal this year. We pep rally “booing.” let’s all make a commitment Let’s decide to make every Destinee Williams graduated our 25th senior I look back to our begin- to make SBA the best place it class, club meeting, athletic nings in 1988 – we were a 4K Artists class this past spring and are can be. event, practice, concert, play, – 12th grade school with just Alanna Oliphant well into another school year. God has given each one of us field trip, dance, lunch period, over 250 students in the en- Sarah Timmins The juniors have ordered their different talents and gifts and and even each trip to the Li- tire school. As our enrollment Becca Siciliano class rings, seniors are getting it’s up to us to use them. Let’s brary – count for something. ready to order graduation sup- increased, so did our physi- decide that this is going to be It’s not an easy task, but by the Adviser plies, the sophomores are still cal space. With the expansion our best year ever. grace of God and with the sup- Dianna Cervetti loving life and the freshmen came new classes, new teams, At our first All-School Mass, port of friends – we can do it. Awards 2013 THSPA Awards National Merit Scholars announced (THSPA-TN H.S. Press Assoc.) College Second Place Best Overall Newspaper in TN First Place Corner Best Illustration

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First Place Education Outstanding Service Liberal Arts College to the Community 56% acceptance rate Avg. ACT 27-28 Avg. GPA ≥ 3.50 photo by Sharon Masterson The Eagle’s Eye is published Senior counselor Mrs. Mary Cox (left) and Academic Dean Dr. Beth Fischer (right) congratulate monthly during the school Costs Per Year year, by the newspaper staff Commended Scholars Theresa Stoddard, Kate Walsh, Rachel Hofer, Sarah Timmins, Andrew Lee at St. Benedict at Auburn- and National Merit Semi-Finalist Jodie Crocker. Tuition, Fees, dale, 8250 Varnavas Drive, Room and Board $47,596 Cordova, TN 38016. Tele- phone:901-260-2840. The Eagle’s Eye is distributed free Financial Aid to all members of the student Average need-based aid body. Commentaries and opin- A new learning curve ion columns are the expressed package $33,489 opinion of the author and not of The Eagle’s Eye and its Edito- Scholarships rial Board, or its adviser. These opinions do not reflect the Average merit-based award views of the Catholic Diocese $19,272 of Memphis. Letter to the Edi- tor Policy: Letters must include the writer’s name, signature and Interesting Facts class or position. Typed, double- 50% of students belong to a spaced letters are preferred, but legible, hand-written submis- social fraternity or sorority sions are acceptable. Letters can be mailed, hand-delivered or e-mailed to the adviser. The Mascot Eagle’s Eye will not print any- Lynx thing deemed libelous, obscene or in poor taste, in accordance with the Supreme Court’s justi- SBA Teachers/Staff who fied standards. The meaning of attended Rhodes any submission will not be al- tered, but we reserve the right Dr. Cassandra Bradley to correct spelling, grammar and Mrs. Laura David punctuation when necessary. Mr. Steve Heinz Additionally, The Eagle’s Eye refuses to print criticism which Mrs. Erin Seboldt is not constructive and support- Mr. Blair Seymour ed by facts.

cartoon by Alanna Oliphant The Eagle’s Eye The Eye on Editorials St. Benedict at Auburndale October 2013 3 International travel allows perspective for a short summer trip. Only marks them as foreign. appreciation for your own then did I realize these suppos- One nation’s idea of beauty culture. Rachel Hofer edly “foreign” places aren’t so is another’s definition of ugly. In today’s “Global Village,” different from home. Something one nation finds travel has never been easier. I was shocked—not by how entertaining, another finds ap- There are hundreds of pro- Heart of SBA foreign the culture was—but palling. These aren’t differ- grams available to foster trav- by how familiar it was. Sure, ences in basic values, they’re el for high school and college Co-Editor the food and buildings were differences in outlook of the age students. With so many a bit different, but the differ- same basic values. options, there’s bound to be ent cultures were fundamen- Traveling the world and im- something to match any bud- Like most students, I’m fin- intimately than we think was tally the same. They all valued mersing yourself in another get or travel desire. ished for the day by the time I intriguing. food, religion, loved ones, nation’s culture is completely I strongly encourage ev- reach eighth period. Like many people who beauty and the list goes on. worthwhile. Travel can broad- eryone to travel outside of It was pure dumb luck I have never traveled outside Once I realized the values of en your horizon and help form the nation at least once in his happened to catch two small of the Western Hemisphere, I life remained essentially the deep appreciations for foreign or her lifetime. The result- words in the middle of my viewed the Eastern side of our same regardless of location, rituals and values. ing appreciation for different last class of the day: “Global world as a peculiar and for- I recognized what sets differ- Even if you find you don’t cultures fosters tolerance and Village.” I loved the simple eign place. However, my view ent cultures apart. It is simply agree with particular views, understanding, and it might phrase. The idea that everyone changed radically after I trav- the way each culture chooses immersing yourself in another even spark a love of travel that in the world is connected more eled to Germany and England to celebrate these values that culture can also deepen your could last a lifetime.

Tips for a healthy lifestyle SBA remembers Bailey Coppedge The excessive amounts of as potato chips, sugar, sea Reporter sugars, food coloring, and salt, and candy are just as un- other “pick-me-ups” found in healthy as their conventional Drew Roberson These days, eating healthy sports drinks are unhealthy counterpart. is a common concern in most and unnatural. In fact, accord- The Kind Diet by Alicia Sil- households. Even though ing to an article from www. verstone says that even too Drew Roberson, son of Rhea and Regina Roberson and there are many good ideas to eatingwell.com, food dyes much of a good thing is still a member of the class of 2014, passed away on August 4, implement a healthy eating have been shown to cause can- too much. This rule applies to 2013. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help plan, there are also a few mis- cer-related health problems. many different foods that are Catholic Church, as well as a former student of its elemen- conceptions and inaccurate Do not let the word “organic” healthy, including carrots, soy, tary and middle school. At SBA, Drew was part of a stu- stereotypes. trick you, as organic food can and fruit sugars. One key to dent band, the swim team, and water polo. He is remem- One common thought in to- still be unhealthy. The defini- eating well is moderating the bered by his teachers and friends, who describe him as: day’s advertising and market- tion of organic entails that the intake of certain foods. ing is that sports drinks are food is free of pesticides and A few general rules of thumb good for your body. This sell- growth hormones; however, according to the Whole Foods “rad” ing point is really just a kernel organic produce has the same Market for reading food labels “really funny” of truth in an otherwise false nutrients and the same amount are: have your sodium in a one advertisement. While these of calories as conventionally to one ratio with the calories, sugary beverages provide a farmed produce, according to have the calories from fat in a “awesome” source of energy after an in- a study in the Annals of Inter- one to three ratio with the total “sweet” tense workout, they are gener- nal Medicine. calories, and stay away from ally not healthy. Some organic foods such enriched flour of any type. “fantastic” Homecoming 2013 “strong” Homecoming Court Seniors Sarah Brannon “hilarious” Teresa Ferrante Mary Hannah Giddens Theresa Stoddard Juniors Maddie Arnold Arielle Labilles Maddison Stafford Sophomores Holland Heinz Emily Reber Kirby Woodall Freshmen Brooke Barton Themes Isabella Giddens Seniors: Preschool Emily Sosnowski Juniors: Super Heroes Camille Trice Sophomores: The Sea Freshmen: Christmas photos by Sharon Masterson The Eagle’s Eye St. Benedict at Auburndale The Eye on News 4 October 2013 Speeding has dire consequences Bailey Coppedge I can’t get another ticket for Reporter nine months or the ticket will go back on my record and I Many high school students will have to pay an additional have gotten speeding tickets fine,” said Vicki. and the punishment can be Many teenagers learn that time-consuming, stressful, and speeding is costly in both time expensive. But, more impor- and money, and most change tantly, “one-third of all fatal their driving habits after the accidents are caused by speed- first ticket. “I definitely got the ing,” according to www.car- message. I do not want to get connection.com. another speeding ticket!” said Senior Vicki Stepherson was Vicki. going 17 mph over the speed To avoid getting a speeding limit trying to get home before ticket, Vicki suggests leav- curfew when she was cited for ing early and being aware speeding in Germantown. The of where you are. She said, Germantown system requires “Some areas are a lot stricter drivers to complete service than others. Know where you hours and pay a fine in order are and take your time if you photo by Bailey Coppedge to keep the ticket off of their can.” Senior Vicki Stepherson carefully minds the speed limit after doing six hours of community service driving record. Senior Brittney Phillips had for going 17 mph over the speed limit in Germantown. “Because I was going less a different, but equally infor- cop was fair - a bit scary, but experience of being pulled and she’d rather be late than than 20 mph over the speed mative encounter, with her fair,” said Brittney. over got the point across,” said injured. limit, I was able to keep it first speeding ticket. Unlike Vicki, Brittney only Brittney. “Do not speed, even if you off my record and off my in- She was late for a basket- had to pay a fine. “The pun- Even though the fine was are going to be late. It’s better surance. I did six long hours ball game, going 15 mph over ishment could have been a lot relatively light, she realized to be late than to get a ticket or of community service, and the limit on Highway 64. “The worse, that’s for sure. But the that speeding was dangerous get in a crash,” said Brittney. Common App eases application process Rachel Hofer of six parts: profile, family, ed- Common App only allows stu- send with their final applica- It is also worth noting that Co-Editor ucation, testing, activities, and dents to list 10 activities. tion to colleges. even though the Common App writing. The profile, family, This can be a drawback for The Common App allows allows students to report their The Common Application education, and testing sections very active students, but it students to easily and quickly own grades, colleges still re- (Common App) is an online gather and organize general also allows students to choose apply to multiple colleges. Se- quire an official copy of their college admission applica- information about the appli- which activities are most im- nior Hugh Lynch said, “It’s a transcript that must be sent tion that can be used to apply cant such as birth date, grades, portant to them so admissions helpful program because it directly from the student’s to any of 517 participating and test scores. The activities counselors can focus on that. puts all the college informa- school. undergraduate institutions in and writing portions gather in- The writing portion of the tion in one place, saving time.” The Common App is vital to 47 states as well as multiple formation in a slightly differ- Common App consists of five However, it is important to students who plan to apply to countries. ent way. essay prompts from which stu- keep in mind that many col- multiple colleges. It reduces The Common App is an im- The activities section of the dents can choose to respond leges require supplement in- the work of filling out multiple portant tool in streamlining Common App offers a way for in 250-650 word essays. Stu- formation and essays. This applications while allowing the undergraduate application students to organize the activi- dents can respond to as many particularly pertains to apply- students to focus on more im- process. ties they participated in dur- of the essays they wish and ing to a college’s honors pro- portant aspects of their college The Common App consists ing high school. However, the can choose which essays to gram. application. Wooden table has hidden history Lauren James High School. and delivered his “I’ve Been Reporter However, this table is no or- to the Mountaintop” speech dinary conference table. at Mason Temple, the head- St. Benedict library’s newest The 1960s brought social quarters of the Church of edition, an old wooden table, change and a fight for civil God in Christ. has much more history than rights in the African-American Then on April 4, Dr. King meets the eye. community. In 1968, the table was assassinated at the Lor- “We needed a new table be- sat in the dining room of St. raine Motel. cause kids had nowhere to do Patrick’s Church, a sanctuary A plaque on the corner of their work,” said SBA librar- for the sanitation workers dur- the table reads, “Historic ian Mrs. Lisa Dufur, so she ing their strike. Civil Rights Table – Dr. discussed with Mrs. Morris It was there that African- Martin Luther King sat at the possibility of ordering a American sanitation workers this table in St. Patrick par- large table. represented by the American ish on April 3, 1968; one Since money is tight, Mrs. Federation of State, County day before he was killed Morris asked the Catholic and Municipal Employees during the AFSCME Sanita- Diocese staff if there was a (AFSCME) invited civil rights tion Strike.” table available for SBA to use. leader Dr. Martin Luther King The table itself now rests Much to her delight, she was Jr. to come to Memphis and near the windows in the back informed that there was an support their struggle. of the library and is open for photo by Lauren James available table that was once Dr. King came to Memphis all students to use. An order The wooden conference table in the library has much more history than meets the eye. It was used by Dr. Martin Luther King and the used in the Education Center on March 29, 1968 and a few has been placed for a glass American Federation of State, County and Municpal Employees (AF- days later, he addressed a rally top to help protect it. located at Memphis Catholic SCME) during the civil rights movement. The Eagle’s Eye The Eye on News St. Benedict at Auburndale October 2013

photo by Sharon Masterson photo by Sharon Masterson 5 Public will soon -What’s Happening- enjoy new view at SBA of night sky Jazz Band plays at festival Andrew Wadovick In addition to the new pro- Reporter jection method, Mr. Maness plans on renovating the rest The Sharpe Planetarium in of the Planetarium as well. the Pink Palace, one of the only Renovations will affect the en- planetariums in the nation that circling row of over 70 class- still uses an optical-mechani- room-sized projectors, which cal method of replicating the are used to create the visual night sky from planet Earth, effects the central projector is will soon undergo a complete unable to handle. remodeling, changing how the With the switch to digital, people of Memphis observe these projectors will be re- the universe. moved, and this allows for The Planetarium Coordi- expansion of the room itself. nator, Dave Maness, says “A planetarium should be spa- the renovation includes the cious, not small and enclosed,” photo by Sharon Masterson replacement of the iconic, he said. The SBA Jazz And Soul Band, under the direction of Tom Link, played at the recent Annual optical-mechanical projector In addition to this, the light- Memphis Music and Heritage Festival sponsored by the Center For Southern Folklore. The which runs by shining lights ing of the dome is planned to SBA band was the only high school band invited to the festival held on outdoor stages in the onto the domed ceiling, with a be replaced by a system of Main and area of downtown. The combined bands performed the New Orleans digital variation which is half LEDs. Currently, the Plan- Brass Band Show featuring the music of Dr. John, Kid Jordan, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, the size of the current one and etarium uses a vast system of among others. Guest artist was Vic Sawyer, a local trombone celebrity. will be about four feet tall. iridescent lights, which are “We will be able to project costly to maintain. Mr. Man- the night sky from any view,” ess said that this will also al- SBA raises money for Go Jim Go he said, “from the Earth, and low them to light the dome in in space, from any place in many colors, including a blue space. We can explore all the sky. known features of the universe The Pink Palace tentatively and fly around to them. We plans to close the Sharpe Plan- can fly around constellations, etarium on August 1, 2014 for and see how they change.” renovations. It will then re- This will give a “clear notion open sometime in 2015. of what that’s really like, and The Pink Palace has plans to Local celebrity and Channel 3 news maybe get a better sense of the exhibit the old projector in the anchor/weatherman, distances of objects in space” mansion area of the museum. Jim Jaggers, visits by “using the newest and lat- It will stand as a monument to the SBA pep rally to est information from observa- the advancement of astrology talk to the students tories on Earth and in space,” and as a sign of the achieve- about his upcoming said Mr. Maness. ments to come. bike ride to raise money for St. Jude. Senior Jill Stark and Mr. Jaggers cele- brate SBA’s dona- tion of over $14,000 for St. Jude.

photo by Sharon Masterson

Harriet Turk speaks at conference

Motivational speaker, Harriet Turk, guides St. Benedict students in an excercise at the Leadership Conference held at SBA on September 7. She taught the students many team building and leadership skills to prepare them for future leadership photo by Andrew Wadovick roles. Dave Maness, the Planetarium Coordinator, shows off one of the photo by Sharon Masterson last remaining optical-mechanical planetarium projectors. The Planetarium will undergo a remodeling around August 1, 2014. The Eagle’s Eye St. Benedict at Auburndale The Eye on Features 6 October 2013 Local farmers provide fresh foods Amanda Slade It sells to both individuals and “We process poultry every has a gluten-free counterpart), simply visit nearby farmers’ Co-Editor local restaurants, like Tsuna- other Sunday. It’s not as ooey, raisin, carrot-pecan, chocolate markets, such as the Farm Park mi. gooey, yucky and bloody as chip, and jalapeno corn, a low Farmers’ Market, the Cooper- A trip to the grocery store is In addition to their produce, most people think it is, and it sugar flavor for diabetics. Young Community Farmers’ undoubtedly one of the most Roots Memphis also offers the would be good for people to To find healthier, locally- Market, and the Agricenter basic, regular tasks, so why Roots Memphis Farm Acade- learn where their food comes grown food options like these, Farmers’ Market. keep to the same boring rou- my—a three-hour, one night from. They’d also get to chase tine? Add some spark to your per week class that teaches a pig out of their way every shopping with healthier, fresh- adults the basics of business now and then,” said Mr. Wat- er, and non-processed prod- and marketing and also how to son. ucts from local farmers. grow their own fruits and veg- One of the most unique ven- Many local farmers sell their etables. dors at the Farm Park Farm- products at nearby farmers’ The students eventually get an ers’ Market is Lilee’s Gourmet markets, like the Farm Park acre of their own at the Roots Bakery—the five generation Farmers’ Market. Memphis farm, and what they Mississippi farm sells their Kirby Woodall, an SBA grow is sold at farmers’ mar- signature vegetable, zucchini, sophomore who attends the kets by Roots Memphis. baked in muffins. Farm Park’s Farmer’s Market Another Farm Park Farmers’ The zucchini muffins, dubbed in Germantown, said, “The Market vendor is Renaissance “Z Muffins,” are “free of pre- market has good fresh fruit Farms of Saulsbury, Tennes- servatives and pork by-prod- and vegetables. It’s a cute, see, which is run by Cris and ucts.” They come in different quaint, and fun place. [One Sandy Watson, parents of SBA flavors, including the original vendor] my mom and I really Class of 2011 graduate Alex cinnamon spice (which now like is Peach World.” Watson. Peach World, a farm based The 120-acre farm sells “all in Nutbrush, , sells natural beef, pork, chicken, all produce imaginable, from duck, goose, turkey, and eggs.” lima beans, corn, peppers, Unlike many large companies, cantaloupe, and pumpkins to their beef is fed grass instead eggplant, figs, green beans, of grain. gourds, cabbage, and their “Feeding grain causes chang- bestselling peaches and toma- es in the cholesterol profile of toes. While Peach World is a the meat, eliminates Omega-3 popular stop, the relatively fatty acids from any previous small Farm Park Farmers’ grass consumption, and makes Market contains a variety of the animals constantly sick vendors and products. and in need of antibiotics,” Slightly similar to Peach said Mr. Watson. “By feeding World, Roots Memphis, based our beef grass, we eliminate in Memphis, sells a wide as- all of that.” sortment of organic fruit and As well as selling products, vegetables, including cherry Mr. and Mrs. Watson are also photos by Amanda Slade tomatoes, sun-dried serrano always looking for volunteers Peach World (top), famous for its peaches, and Lilee’s Gourmet Bakery (below), known for its sig- chilis, and butternut squash. to help them around their farm. nature flavored zucchini muffins, are vendors at the Farm Park Farmers’ Market in Germantown. German students embrace new country Alanna Oliphant The classes were all in Eng- “Everyone at school is Reporter lish and “long,” said Mathis. very friendly and nice,” said “The preparation course was Mathis. St. Benedict is home to two horribly hard and it was so Mathis has noticed the cul- foreign exchange students much you had to learn. The ture of southern hospitality not from Munster, Germany, this lessons were from 7 a.m. to 3 just in school but also around year: Florian Pundmann and a.m. and if the teachers were Memphis. “People are so open Mathis Farwick. Although feeling nice they would let us even when they don’t know Florian and Mathis are both leave at 11 p.m.” you. They come and talk to enrolled in the Class of 2014, Even with all the prepara- you. We don’t do that in Ger- they are only fifteen and -six tion, coming to America has many.” teen years old. been a huge change for Mathis Food in Germany is also dif- In order to come to Amer- and Florian. The most surpris- ferent than in America. “I re- ica, Mathis and Florian went ing thing about America for ally miss the wheat bread from through a difficult and time- both of them is its size and use Germany but I like the ham- consuming process. “I was of automobiles. “Everything burger,” said Florian. Mathis very happy when I found out is so big, and everyone drives enjoys Memphis barbeque al- I would come to America. I big cars. In Germany, we can though he also misses the Ger- wanted to get a high school di- reach everywhere by train, man bread. ploma and experience what life buses or biking,” said Florian. In his free time, Florian en- was like here,” said Mathis. “No one uses bikes here; it’s joys sports and is hoping to be- Once selected, Florian and very different from home,” come a part of the SBA soccer Mathis took a two-week crash said Mathis. team as the goalkeeper. Mathis course in American classes to School is different both aca- likes to play computer games obtain credits to graduate and demically and socially. “There and listen to music. Mathis to learn about American cul- is so much more homework,” wants to attempt lacrosse in photo by Alanna Oliphant ture. “We were in a program in said Florian. However, they the spring and also try out Sixteen-year-old Mathis Farwick (left) and fifteen-year-old Austria and they trained us in are enjoying the welcoming paintball since both activities Florian Pundmann (right) are foreign exchange students from English,” said Florian. atmosphere. are not found in Germany. Munster, Germany and are part of the Class of 2014 at SBA. The Eagle’s Eye The Eye on Features St. Benedict at Auburndale October 2013 7 History teacher takes on new challenge Savannah Boettcher dents learn what is right and everyday. He makes sure our Coach Marcum said, “Life is isn’t just about education and Reporter what is wrong. main focus is school first, then hard, life has rules. Here you athletics, it’s about learning to Although Coach Marcum basketball.” have to follow rules. School face life’s obstacles.” Coach Caleb Marcum, a did not personally make any Tennessee-Temple University changes to the rules, he strictly graduate and the boys basket- enforces them and will not tol- ball coach, has the tall task of erate any disruption. serving as SBA’s new Dean of On hearing of Coach Mar- Students. cum’s new position, co-work- Although this is a new po- er Don Sebren said he is “con- sition for him, he is a familiar sistent.” Coach Marcum will, face to the students and faculty in fact, have to be consistent in of SBA. Previously a govern- all of his work. He must treat ment, world history, and soci- all students equally whether he ology teacher, Coach Marcum knows them personally or has is currently in his fifth year at never met them. SBA. Coach Marcum’s family had He continues to teach one a huge influence on his career class, personal finance, while choice of education. Growing also learning the logistics of up, his mother was a teacher his new job. By no means is and his father was his princi- this new job a walk in the park. pal. His sisters are also teach- Coach Marcum must deal ers. with discipline issues regard- With a major in History, and a ing students, while also being minor in Political Science and an all-around problem solver. Bible, Coach Marcum appears While trying to be fair and to be an ideal fit for SBA. photo by Dianna Cervetti unbiased, he does not want to Basketball player and junior Coach Eric Wells discusses the events of the day with new Dean of Students, Coach Caleb Marcum. be perceived as harsh; all he student, Tyler Currie said, “He On school mornings, Coach Marcum can usually be found in the front office, assisting students with is trying to do is help the stu- encourages you to be great tardy slips, locker problems and other student concerns. Radio host encounters adventures on air Bailey Coppedge “I always love a good prank,” “I had five friends pose as a station received a call from the “I paint frequently on the Reporter said Mr. Olson. He has played banker, a Kroger cashier, and Secret Service. weekends. I never knew how more than a few pranks, and a few other sources to make “They called and said that we much I liked it until I tried,” FM 100 host Ron Olson the printable ones, while it credible,” admitted Mr. Ol- were causing too much trouble said Mr. Olson. has been in the radio busi- mainly humorous, give radio son with a smile. The resulting and needed to go on air and tell Mr. Olson tries to keep the ness since joining the college listeners an insight to life on mayhem of callers complain- everyone the truth. We were station interesting for all age station at UT Martin over 25 the mic. ing and saying they couldn’t shocked groups on years ago. One time when the new $20 exchange their money was that the sit- weekday bill was going into circulation, comical for the hosts and the uation had mornings. Mr. Olson has lived in and Keep knocking around Memphis for most of Mr. Olson told his listeners viewers who understood the become “We play a his life, and through the years that the old twenties wouldn’t prank. that large, on doors. Don’t lot of music. experienced many serious, in- be accepted after Friday at Although funny, the situa- but at the give up if you It’s not too teresting, and odd situations. midnight. tion turned serious when the same time are rejected at funky, it’s we were not too rap- like ‘Whoa. first. py, it’s not We just got too street. a call from Really it’s the Secret Service!’” said Mr. pop culture,” said Mr. Olson. Olson, with a grin. Following pop culture has Many of Mr. Olson’s Face- been very interesting for Mr. book friends have commented Olson, who says, “All the Mi- on his job description. “On ley Cyrus noise, the VMA’s, Facebook it says that I’m the Kardashians, and all of that an entertainer,” said Mr. Ol- standard stuff is what we talk son. He said that many of his about on the show.” friends have given him a bit of Mr. Olson also says that play- grief, sometimes asking him if ing music that a 17-year-old, a he could entertain parties. 27-year-old, and a 37-year-old Mr. Olson says that he loves will like is a challenge. “You his job and the hardest part of have to keep everything in bal- his workday is just getting up ance,” he said. early. “Other than having to Mr. Olson has advice for stu- be at work at 4:30… I have so dents interested in radio. much fun doing what I do,” he “Keep knocking on doors. said. Don’t give up if you are re- Outside of the station, Mr. jected at first. Also, keep up Olson is a painter and avid with all the new media stuff, trout fisher. In fact, he is sell- because I really think that that photo from californiaaircheck.com ing paintings at the upcom- is where the jobs of the future Ron Olson, a Memphian for most of his life, is an FM 100 radio host, painter, and trout fisher. ing Winter Festival in Saddle are.” Creek. The Eagle’s Eye St. Benedict at Auburndale The Eye on Sports 8 October 2013 Student Poll Basketball coach joins “If you could play any the SBA history staff sport for any team, what Bailey Coppedge Reporter would it be?” Ms. Haley Gilmore joins the SBA family as head girls basketball coach and history teacher. Born and raised in the small town of Bowie, Texas, Coach Gilmore grew up with sports and athletics. Her mom and aunt played intramural softball together, and she played soft- ball growing up. “I actually Fisher Clarke, 9th Trey Urban, 11th grew up on a softball field,” Basketball Baseball said Coach Gilmore. SBA basketball team Saint Louis Cardinals She started playing AAU basketball in eighth grade, and continued playing through four years of college at More- head State University in More- photo by Bailey Coppedge head, Kentucky. While at Morehead, Coach Coach Gilmore prepares her cart to move to her next class. Gilmore found her desire to working woman I know. She pressed with the fact that the teach history. She said, “His- always made me feel like I chapel is in the heart of the tory is just a bunch of stories, was the most important person school. “It speaks to the mis- and who doesn’t like to tell in the world. Everything I do sion of the school,” she said. Shea Wells, 11th and Mrs.Seboldt, History stories?” in terms of work ethic is mod- She loves how the SBA Amanda Magusiak,10th Teacher After taking several inter- eled after her.” teachers have gone out of their Wrestler Soccer esting history classes such as Coach Gilmore also believes way to make her feel welcome. WWE National Soccer Team Medieval European History in hard work. She said, “You She does admit that it is chal- and Jacksonian America, she have to make hard work your lenging to get through the hall- was hooked. passion. If you are willing to ways with her large cart-desk, After college, Coach Gil- put in the time and effort, hard however, “I’m just happy to be more taught at Nature Coast work will take care of itself… here,” she said. Technical High School in You’ve put in enough work to A few students shared their Florida where she was the as- know that when your back’s first impressions of Coach sistant basketball coach. She against a wall, you won’t quit.” Gilmore. Senior and basket- left there to get closer to home, As to why Coach Gilmore ball player Vicki Stepher- taking a head coaching job at came to SBA, she said, “It has son said, “That first day - we Harding Academy, where she been on my map for years in knew this year was going to be Bri Wrushen, 10th Gabrielle Sciortino, 10th stayed for four years. terms of girl’s basketball. The tough, but we also knew that Basketball Golf The team made it to the state kids here have always had this change was going to be Miami Heat PGA tournament three of the four a passion for basketball and very beneficial for the team. years Coach Gilmore was have wanted to work hard. In From what we’ve seen so far, there. “We had a lot of suc- my mind it’s one of the pre- we have high hopes of going cess, I worked with some re- mier coaching positions in the past sub-state and even farther, ally great kids, and they put in city. Who wouldn’t want to maybe even a championship.” a lot of effort,” she said. coach here?” Sophomore Gabby Scior- After Harding, Coach Gilm- Former SBA girl’s basketball tino, student of Coach Gilm- ore took an assistant coach- coach Don Sebren has known ore, said, “At first all I thought ing job at Rhodes, at the same Coach Gilmore since she was about was how hard the class time teaching at Hernando coaching at Harding, and said, was going to be, but now I Middle School. “She’s a hard worker and she’ll know that even though it will Maria Marconi, 11th John Prascak, 11th After her first year, Coach bring some college experience be tough academically, she’ll Volleyball Cross Country Gilmore said, “From that point to the team. I heartily endorsed make it worth all the hard Penn State University of Wisconsin forward, I was asked to coach her taking the job.” work.” girl’s basketball, help out with Being new to SBA basket- Having gone through high volleyball [and] track, and I ball, her first impression of the school, college, playing Divi- eventually became the athletic team was how serious the girls sion I basketball, and coaching director there.” were about their goals. One for different schools, Coach “Middle school basketball thing that stood out to her on Gilmore advises students to was by far the hardest coach- the first day was how hard the enjoy the four years of high ing gig I’ve ever had. It was girls worked. school and not take themselves rewarding, but at the same Even when some of the girls too seriously. time you want to beat your stopped and stepped off the “You never get these four head against the wall because line, they always got back in years back, so make sure that Nayla Bandealy, 9th Zoe Woods, 10th when you tell them to go to the line and kept going. “That very whatever it is you do, you are Cheer Dancer sideline they look at you like first day proved to me that they passionate about it. Enjoy it, Alabama University Team U.S.A. ‘what’s the sideline?’” could do it,” said Coach Gilm- have fun, and don’t take your- Coach Gilmore says that her ore. self too seriously. Know that mother is her inspiration in In regards to the school, this is just a stepping stone for life. “She is, by far, the hardest Coach Gilmore is very im- things to come.” The Eagle’s Eye The Eye on Sports St. Benedict at Auburndale October 2013 9 SBA sports are in full swing Savannah Boettcher November 1. of the season, the defense did Reporter After losing Jordan Wilkins not give up a goal. It has been and many key seniors from the hit and miss since then, but Cross Country Class of 2013, the Eagles are they are looking forward to The boys and girls cross rebuilding. Sophomores are taking on St. Agnes again on country teams are off to a showing great promise and October 10. promising start. potential to lead the Eagles in “I have high hopes for the the near future. Golf cross-country season,” said “We have had some sig- The 2013 golf season ended Coach Lynn Park, head coach nificant losses to our person- on a high note with siblings for both the boys and girls nel this season, but we always Grey and Maribeth Peevy team. have someone step up to the competing in the State Golf occasion,” said Coach David. Tournament. On the girls side, freshmen Rachel Hale and Catherine Grey shot a two day to- May are finishing second and Girls Soccer tal of 144 (2 over par) which third for the team, adding a The Lady Eagles soccer team snagged fourth place out of 35 photo by Sharon Masterson great force. Senior Mayson is looking forward to a prom- competitors. His sister, Mari- The varsity girls volleyball team huddles up to discuss the game Morrissett is also looking to ising season with hopes to vie beth, finished eighth out of 26. plan with Coach Buchanan during their game against Bartlett. be in position to take the DII- for a state title. Maribeth was very excited AA State championship and “Our hopes for the season to be part of the State Tourna- Volleyball state tournament and to be one improve on her second place are the same every year. We ment as a freshman and said, The Lady Eagles volleyball of the top two seeds in the re- finish from last year. expect to compete for a state “I hope to continue to qualify team is looking strong and gion,” she said. “As a team, the girls should title,” said head coach Nick for the tournament and repre- ready to place in each tourna- With a huge win against Bri- be very competitive on the Dressman, who was last year’s sent SBA in the future.” ment they compete in. arcrest in three straight games state level,” said Coach Park. Girls Soccer Coach of the The boys overall record for Standout players include after losing to them in an ear- As for the boys, they are Year, voted on by the coaches the season finished at 23-10- senior Dacia Williams, junior lier tournament, the Lady Ea- in the process of recover- of DII-AA West. 2 with some big wins over Madison Bond, and sopho- gles are ready to face whatever ing from losing six out of the Seniors Erika Gavrock, The- CBHS, MUS and Collierville; mores Bailey Cochran and challenge is thrown their way. eight varsity runners from last resa Stoddard, and Rosa Mar- the girls record was 16-22-1. Anna Graziosi. SBA fans are encouraged season. With senior leader- tinez have been very valuable Coach Barbara Hervey was Coach Buchanan has big to come out and cheer on the ship from Joseph Pearlman, to the team this season with very pleased with the season plans for the varsity team. Lady Eagles whether they play Chris Schuhlein, John Va- goals and assists. Junior Cis- and was especially proud of “We hope to advance to the at home or away. sallo, Dominick Disalvo, and cily Crislip is a key offensive the golfers during the Father Matt Sena, the team hopes to player who puts pressure on Ryan Invitational Tourna- bounce back soon. opposing defenses. ment. “My game plan was Freshman Ray Wynne is Through the first four games for the team to play well and also training hard and usually hopefully some of the boys leads the SBA pack in races. could medal,” she said. The “We have a lot of great boys won the tournament with potential on the team,” said a score of 291 and Grey was Coach Park, “with numer- medalist with a 68. ous runners competing for the Cole Peevy, who barely Varsity spots, which can only missed qualifying for State by make the team stronger as the one stroke in a playoff, also season continues.” enjoyed the tournament and said, “It was one of the greatest Football triumphs in SBA golf history. “Right now, all we care We won by 22 strokes and beat about is our next opponent,” 14 teams.” The Peevy brothers said head football coach Mike were especially excited by the David. win since they used to attend The Eagles will face rival Father Ryan. Briarcrest on October 4 at the Summing up the season, photo by Sharon Masterson sophomore Nick Giles said, 2013 Homecoming game. Oth- photo by Barbara Hervey Sophomore Coltan Cochran “#Advance the ball!” er rivalry games include MUS runs the football against Bolton Siblings Maribeth and Grey Peevey represent SBA in the TSSAA on October 17 and CBHS on at a home game. DII Golf Tournament in Murfreesboro, TN. Steroids sabotage athletes’ success Savannah Boettcher as Ryan Braun and Alex Ro- been suspended with the Armstrong’s lies and deni- deepening of the voice and the Reporter driguez have been accused of minimum punishment of a 50 als caused him to lose all en- growth of unwanted hair. using steroids. Braun has been game suspension and a maxi- dorsements in addition to his Research shows that taking Recently, in many levels of suspended through the end mum suspension of not being Livestrong collection. steroids can ruin an athlete’s sports, the use of performance of the 2014 season. This is able to play until the begin- Steroids not only ruin an body while causing depression enhancing drugs, also known Braun’s second PED offense ning of the 2015 season. athlete’s reputation and ca- and mental instability. In fact, as steroids or PED’s, has great- – the first time, last season, he Although the use of steroids reer, they also wreck havoc on just one injection could change ly increased. appealed his suspension and mainly appears in baseball, it one’s body and mental stabil- a life forever. Although many of the ath- won in a very controversial is becoming more prominent ity. “There are too many health letes that have been caught trial. in other sports as well. According to webmd.com, risks in the long run,” said SBA using these drugs are on the In 2012, six major league On January 17, 2013, Lance teens that take steroids may baseball coach Steve Heinz. professional level, they are not baseball players were sus- Armstrong admitted on the have short height due to ar- The negative and harmful the only ones affected by this pended for using perfor- Oprah Winfrey Show that rested bone growth and girls consequences of taking ste- up-and-rising crisis. mance-enhancing drugs. So he used steroids for at least may suffer long-term mas- roids are clearly not worth the Big names in baseball such far this season, fourteen have a decade, if not more. Mr. culinization, which includes risk. The Eagle’s Eye St. Benedict at Auburndale The Eye on Culture 10 October 2013 Student Restaurant Review Poll Waffle House serves Guys need to stop... up diner-style meals Jack Borg delectable with crisp lettuce, to it as “Awe-ffle House.” Reporter juicy tomatoes, melted cheese, Obviously Waffle House’s and thick-cut bacon. The hash food may not be for every- Waffle House, a mere three- browns were scrambled to one, but it is a place to create minute walk from SBA, is perfection, and the half-lem- memories. John Prascak and renowned for its waffles, cof- onade, half-sweet tea was a Kirkland Schuler said, “We Kayce Barely, 9th Jaret Thomas, 10th fee, and hash browns. Whether classic beverage to wash it all used to go on Monday morn- “wearing so much cologne.” “flipping their hair every you sit at the breakfast bar, down. ings before school so Mondays two seconds.” with a view of the steaming Waffle House’s southern wouldn’t [be so bad].” and crackling griddles, or in a home-style food typically re- Be it early morning or late booth with your friends, you ceives mixed reviews from at night, Waffle House is there can expect a delicious meal at its customers. From students for you. Maria Marconi said, a reasonable price. to SBA coaches, many have “When everything else is The restaurant is equipped sampled the cuisine at Waffle closed, Waffle House is open. with a jukebox to listen to House. Devon Newsom, a ju- Four a.m. and hungry? Go to while you wait for your food nior, said, “The All-Star Spe- Waffle House.” and enjoy your meal. Just a cial has all five stars in my Considering the quality of Ramana Sharif, 11th Andrew Raffanti, 12th couple of quarters in this mod- heart.” the food, drinks, environment, “flirting with other girls “#usinghashtags.” ern version of an old-fashioned Coach Valle said, “I really pricing, service, and business that they dont’t like.” machine adds a personal touch enjoy the hash browns.” hours, I give Waffle House at to the dining experience. However, Rachel Carole the corner of Varnavas Drive When I walked through Powell, a junior, was quick to and Germantown Parkway a the glass doors, the smell of express her displeasure at the 4.2 out of 5. scrumptious bacon and toast dining experience and referred invaded my senses, and I be- came instantly ravenous. I sat at the bar and picked up a menu as my mind raced with Monica Normand, 10th Matthew Sena, 12th the ideas of a delicious diner- Katie Phillips, 11th, style meal. “thinking they’re in a frat.” Annie Uebelacker, 11th As I studied the plastic pho- “thinking Twitter is a diary.” to-enhanced menu, a peppy waitress with a note pad came to take my order. “I’ll have a Girls need to stop... bacon cheeseburger with all the trimmings, a side of scat- tered hash browns, and an Ar- nold Palmer to drink,” I said. She wrote it down and barked out the order to the man at the photo by Jack Borg griddle. Students of SBA enjoy walking to the Waffle House for cheese- The bacon cheeseburger was burgers, waffles, fries, and other diner-style foods.

Dalton Bailey, 11th Laura Cardona and “their emotions.” Breanna Pollet, 12th “being drama queens.” Broadway meets Memphis at the Orpheum Theatre Lauren James Foundation purchased The event called “Dinner on Stage” Reporter Orpheum within the year and where guests can tour the the- began bringing Broadway ater and enjoy a three-course Located on South Main productions and concerts back meal on stage once every sea- Street at the corner of Beale, to the theater. son. Chavian Kindred, 10th Sarah Houpt, 10th the Orpheum Theatre offers The Orpheum is a staple Through support from the “texting in class so much.” “being so mean.” more than just musicals and among tourists and residents community, the Orpheum pro- plays. Its history is rich and of Memphis alike. The theater vides high-quality education its story is unique. stages plays, musicals, con- programs such as Broadway The Grand Opera House was certs, and ballets, and it has a Workshops. built in 1890 and it was re- list of upcoming shows posted Earlier this year the theater named the Orpheum Theatre on its website. This season announced its plans to build a when it became a part of the will feature musicals such as $15 million Performing Arts Orpheum Vaudeville circuit Sister Act, Wicked, The Book and Leadership Centre next to in 1907. The Orpheum went of Mormon, and the popular the theater. This will allow the through extensive renovations play, War Horse. Orpheum to provide a variety Jarod DiGaetano, 10th Ashley Prascak, 9th in 1928, and the Malco movie The Orpheum offers a sum- of performing arts classes for “laughing like dolphins.” “talking about each other.” theatre purchased it in 1940. mer movie series that was met students and families. Malco decided to sell the with so much success that they For more information, go to building 36 years later, but extended it into September. www.orpheum-memphis.com. the Memphis Development The theater also offers an The Eagle’s Eye The Eye on Culture St. Benedict at Auburndale October 2013 11 Enjoy an inexpensive night out Alanna Oliphant at the Shell for free during the person. The theater shows old- Reporter summer months from Thurs- er movies that have been out Budget conscious high day-Sundays starting at 7:30 for a few weeks. If in need of school students looking for an p.m. The Shell is an outdoor more comfortable seating, the inexpensive night out or week- theater located in Overton Ridgeway Four has plush arm- end activities should check out Park near the . chairs in all its theaters; how- some of the many activities Listeners bring food, coolers, ever, tickets cost $10, or $7.50 Memphis has to offer. and blankets to sit on the lawn for a Saturday matinee. It often For only $1, have a classy and enjoy the music. shows lesser known “indie” and affordable date night by The Memphis Zoo offers free movies for those who desire a using the trolley system to admission every Tuesday for more unique experience. take a tour of downtown Mem- all Tennessee residents from 3 Located in Memorial Park phis. Visit the South Main P.M. until closing. Visitors not Cemetery on Poplar, the Crys- Historical district and watch only can view the animals, but talline Shrine Grotto depicts the sunset behind the mighty also interact with the wildlife. 3D scenes from the life of Je- Mississippi. For a few more The zoo offers guests a sus Christ. The religious art- dollars, end the night at Mag- chance to feed giraffes, ride work was created using sculp- gie Moo’s, a local ice cream a camel, touch a stingray, or ture, painting, and crystals. parlor on Main Street. hold a bird on a stick for ad- For aspiring photographers, Senior Eloiza Tecson recent- ditional fees. The Birds and the exterior of the Grotto pro- ly enjoyed a downtown date. Bees exhibit is a particular fa- vides a unique backdrop for “It was nice because it was vorite of the Memphis Zoo’s photographs. simple and romantic without visitors and it only costs $1 to Other artwork can be found at being too expensive,” she said. feed the birds. the Dixon Art Gallery. Located To expand musical variety, The Greenline, a paved bik- off of Park Avenue across from the Levitt Shell Summer Con- ing and walking trail, extends Audubon Park, the Dixon dis- cert series is another fun, abso- from midtown to Shelby plays traveling exhibits and a lutely free option, even though Farms. It provides an opportu- permanent collection. Some of it concludes on October 6. nity to enjoy an afternoon with the upcoming exhibits include The remaining artists include friends and family while get- Picturing America (through R&B singer Vaneese Thoma- ting some exercise. If the bike October 6) and Ashe to Amen: sand and an English rock band tires are flat, have a picnic at African Americans and Bibli- photo by Alanna Oliphant know as the Ramdal Bramblett . cal Imagery (through January For a cold, sweet treat, visit Maggie Moo’s ice cream parlor, a Band. Catch a cheap movie at the 5). On Saturdays from 10 – locally-owned shop just one block away from the Orpheum. Bands from all over perform Bartlett Theater for $2.50 per noon, admission is free. Movie Director Review Crossroads Japanese director creates begins captivating films 10th season Amanda Slade an orphan after her parents Castle, a magical romance Co-Editor were turned into pigs in an un- loosely based off a British fortunate misunderstanding. novel of the same name. The In “An Evening With Have you ever had a family She must work in the spirit story follows a young hat Larry,” an experienced movie night where you cringe world’s bathhouse, in the em- maker named Sophie, who is showman from The during certain parts, wishing ployment of the witch who turned into an old woman by a Ringling Brothers and there were more interesting cursed her parents, while she jealous witch after Sophie was Barnum and Bailey Circus performs a show movies that wouldn’t make determines how to save her rescued by the witch’s crush, for SBA students and family. the flirty, yet reclusive, wizard, you feel awkward with your families. Larry pulls parents sitting right next to The creativeness of Mi- Howl. audience members up you? If so, make one of Japa- yazaki’s spirit world is unpar- After Sophie resolves to to the stage and invites nese director Hayao Miyaza- alleled. The various spirits, find the witch and force her to them to participate in ki’s animated films your next characters, and settings are undo the curse, she finds em- his entertaining show. choice for movie night. jaw-dropping and astonishing, ployment working as Howl’s SBA acting students While a few of his works, but they flow effortlessly with maid in his walking, whim- also have a featured the storyline and writing so sical castle and finds herself role in Larry’s show. like Ponyo, are geared more photo by Sharon Masterson towards young children, The you never feel overwhelmed entangled in Howl’s unexpect- “Walt Disney of Japan” bal- or lost. edly numerous problems. The ances his films with a perfect The animation is aestheti- creative extent and animation combination of plot-wise ma- cally pleasing—nothing is left style are similar to Spirited turity and general appropri- obscure, as even the smallest Away’s, but the plot is slightly ateness, enabling people of detail is accentuated, giving more complex and mature yet all ages to enjoy them. All of the film a visual richness. The still appropriate for all ages. his films have been dubbed in mood is mostly lightheart- Some of Miyazaki’s other English and shown in Ameri- ed and adventurous, with a notable films include Nausi- can theaters, and they are eas- spoonful of suspense, as you caä of the Valley of the Wind, ily found wherever DVDs are follow Chihiro through her My Neighbor Totoro, Castle in sold. imaginative and implausible the Sky, Princess Mononoke, Miyazaki’s most famous fea- adventures inside and outside and The Cat Returns. His final ture, Spirited Away, centers on of the bathhouse. feature-length film, The Wind ten-year-old human Chihiro, Another of Miyazaki’s popu- Rises, will be released in US photo by Sharon Masterson who accidentally finds herself lar works is Howl’s Moving theaters in February 2014. The Eagle’s Eye St. Benedict at Auburndale The Eye on Fun 12 October 2013 Build the Nest! The Hunt Help the Eagle chase and defeat the Saint!

Each player connects two of the dots, creating a line (no diago- nals). When someone completes a box, that person marks it with their initials, and then earns a second turn. Play continues until all the dots are connected, and the person with the most completed boxes wins the game! The Eagle’s Challenge

Seymourisms “Ok, I’ll stop now. I don’t want to beat it with a dead horse.”

Fill in the boxes so that each row, column, and square has ONE of each number 1 through 9. Jokes of the Month A hopeful suitor dropped into a computer-dating center and registered his qualifications. He wanted someone who enjoyed water sports, liked company, favored formal attire, and was very small. The computer operated faultlessly. It sent him a penguin.

A father gave his teenage daughter an untrained pup for her birthday. An hour later, while wandering through the house, he found her looking at a puddle in the center of the cartoon by Sarah Timmins and Becca Sciciliano kitchen floor. “My pup,” she murmured proudly, “runneth over.” Mr. Seymour is an Honors Pre-Calculus and AP Calculus teacher at SBA. He is known for making rather funny, random comments in his classroom.