NON PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO.8 WALPOLE, MA 02081 - - Photos/ Max Simons continued on page 5 mains only one concert left in his career working for The School. High Walpole final show, Pops Night, will finishoff a successful year 9. May Friday, on music of with the jazz band. - - ties to meet and work with students Additionally, councils. from different workshops focused primarily on the a on have can leadership importance Senior Matt school and community. Brownsword said, “At a workshop I attended, I learned about the value of teamwork in problem solving as it re I The things student council. lates to learned in the workshop will definitely help to improve our own council.” On the last day of the conference, the WHS Student Council received three the awards during the awards ceremony, first of which wasan individual award. tial and had a great impact on me. His made that way a in expressed was story it relatable to each and every person.” Delegates attended a total of four workshops throughout the three days. These workshops posed opportuni ------Senior Andrew Hazerjian plays bass along Andrew Senior at this year’s Spring Concert. at this year’s singular standout achievement standout singular but because the whole thing was good first noteThis concert was the sec to last.” ond to last one of the year, ond to last one of the year, there re Falker, and for Mr. - ness of developing goal-setting skills. Beede successful mountain climber, A connected many aspects of life to emotions when try the rush of one’s ing to reach the peak of a mountain. Junior representative and conference attendee Junior Kody McCann said, influen very was speech Beade’s “John ership in one’s life. The first speaker, Bill Cordes, spoke about leadership as deci well as the importance of good The slogan of life. sion making in one’s Only his speech, “YOGOWYPI” (You en at aimed In), Put You What Out Get couraging delegates to try their hardest in all endeavors and to continue living The second speaker, leaders. as good John Beede, highlighted the effective for donation to the Special Olympics. “Keynote Speakers” agreed to Two talk at the conference, both of whom spoke about the importance of lead - - - - - Argonauts” on the cello. Argonauts” Freshman Jess Giffen and sophomores Justin Bagley and James Daitch play the saxophone Jess Giffen and sophomores Freshman Members of the orchestra perform “Triumph of the perform “Triumph Members of the orchestra because there's no one piece because that was the stand-out num ber, and there were no weak no were there and ber, pieces, so in that sense people to listen and back sit just can the music. Not because of any ------275 Common Street Walpole, MA 02081 Volume 16, Number 4 Volume 02081 MA Walpole, Street 275 Common nization. From the polar plunge alone, M.A.S.C. raised a total of $10,000 centrated on the the recurring theme. centrated the Special Olympics Additionally, was also incorporated into the confer ence, as many councils participated in a fundraising opportunity called the polar plunge—an event in which students run into the freezing ocean before quickly turning around to run back to shore. Held in order to raise money and awareness for the Special Olympics, this event also of the helped to shed light on the efforts “spread the word to end the word” orga arriving at the conference, council members listened to M.A.S.C presi dent Jacqui Manning explain how the athletes in the Olympics are true ex amples of what it means to be a leader. The theme was carried throughout the three-day span of the conference, for most speeches and workshops con - - - - er said, “It was a great concert ly. The band’s closing num The band’s ly. Overture” “Emperata ber, Smith, featured T. by Claude dynamic percussion and brought the audience to its feet. thinned audience the Although somewhat as the night went on, the viewers clearly enjoyed the show as they gave frequent standing ovations and loud Falk cheers to the students. Mr. jian on violin, Andrew Hazer jian on violin, der Van Michael bass, on jian John bodhran, the on Linden Ronan on piano, Ray Brou and Julia Muller wer on guitar, on the flute assisted the choir traditional Irish with a lively, “Riversong.” called piece The last group of the night band. “Crush” concert the was Smith awakened W. by Robert the audience with a loud start throughout. and high energy Trolls” “The March of the “Lyric from Edvard Grieg’s Suite” was playful and live ent tempo. They started with ent tempo. relaxing, Borealis,” a “Aurora simple song with perfect har number, Their next monies. consisted Spirituals,” “Two of two entertaining traditional pieces —”Deep River” and “Witness” — that flowed into Hazerjian Andrew each other. accompanied the choir on the cello in their next song, “Black Love’s True is the Color of my a group of mu Finally, Hair.” sicians including Brian Hazer tar, James Daitch on the saxo James Daitch on the tar, phone, Padraic Curran on the Andrew Haz saxophone, and erjian on bass, and each solo ist received applause after fin ishing his section of the song. After a short intermission, the concert choir pieces, each with a differ sang five showcased the talents of many showcased the talents Soloists performers. different on included Brian Hazerjian on gui piano, Ray Brouwer Walpole High School Walpole ------whstherebellion.com facebook.com/therebellion twitter.com/whstherebellion facebook.com/therebellion whstherebellion.com Class of 2015

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By Anna Van der Linden Van Anna By Concert starts spring on a high note on a high spring starts Concert Walpole High School wel Walpole sic from the Big Band era — try group of sixteen students. They first played “Vila Real” chart Latin Beach, a Doug by with a debut drum solo by Jake The next number Witherell. “Spring was Pat Metheny’s number mellow a Here,” Ain’t featuring Ray Brouwer and Bryan Hazerjian as soloists. Rhythm” “Artistry in Lastly, by Stan Kenton — a clas forming three pieces. First was a formidable, very precise Over Brahms piece, “Tragic ture,” followed by a dynamic strings-only performance “Hopak” of Moussorgsky’s The Fair at Sorochinsk. from The orchestra’s final number, Argonauts” of the “Triumph by Robert Sheldon, featured a flute solo from sophomore Muller said, Julia Muller. “Although our pieces were challenging, we were able to work well together and pull a successful concert.” off the stage next was Taking an audition-en band, jazz the es, and that's a bit unusual." was show the off Starting the 68-member orchestra per tra, band, and chorus perform ing a variety of musical pieces. Thanks to the hard work of music director Michael Falker, Dan jazz band director Mr. McKenzie, and all the students involved, the concert was very Falker well received. Mr. said, "It was the best kind of concert because both of us were very happy with all four the piec all with and groups comed the return of warm weather with the annual Spring April Concert on Wednesday, High Walpole 9, at 7:30 in the auditorium. This production featured the jazz band, orches Each year, representatives from the Each year, High School Student Coun Walpole shops, public speakers, the traditional the speakers, public shops, semi-formal dance, and a customary award ceremony to close the confer three-day the big at Winning ence. StuCo took home a Walpole event, named was and awards three of total one of the top councils in the state. Games, Winter XXII the spirit of the In conference the theme of this year’s was deemed “The Olympics.” Upon cil— along with other student councils across the state— attend the annual Association of Student Massachusetts Councils (M.A.S.C.) conference. Held from March 5 to March 8 at the Hy annis Resort and Conference Center, M.A.S.C featured work this year’s THE REBELLION THE For second consecutive year, Student Council wins gold award wins gold Student Council year, second consecutive For April 2014 Page 2 The Rebellion April 2013 EDITORIALS CP1 students should waive up to benefit from Honors grade inflation

The above graph displays the GPA in the Class of 2014 (as of June 2013). The above table shows how Grade Point Averages are weighted based on class level. Note the 3.99-3.5 does not follow normal distribution.

By Matt Brownsword tainly not enough to explain such an increase when although there is generally little difference in Class of 2014 moving up a level. In fact, with a sample of this size, the curriculum between CP1 and Honors, the Imagine you’re heading into your sophomore year. there is a significant chance that the difference be- CP1 students receive a lower GPA for complet- You’ve done decently in a couple CP1 classes in tween grades from year to year could average out to ing the same work at a slightly slower pace. your freshman year, but you know you have to get about zero, which would be as expected and only fur- According to the Student-Parent handbook, it your Grade Point Average up. You’re a little afraid ther highlight to be grade inflation in Honors classes. states Honors classes as having “rigorous academic of the intense, fast-paced, big, bad So, why exclude History classes? His- expectations and the challenging pace” while CP1 Honors classes that your Middle These statistics reveal tory seems to be the worst offender of classes are described for students “who have done School guidance counselors warned two things: Honors grade inflation from year to year, from above average work in classes at a similar level.” you about. However, upperclass- level to level. Every time a student So what’s the real difference? What are CP1 kids classes contain inflated moved up a level in History in this sam- doing that result in a loss of .5 points to their GPA? men say that Honors classes are not GPAs, and CP1 stu- only easier than you thought, but ple, they saw an increase or no change Other than not taking the Honors class, of course. will guarantee you higher grades. dents do not benefit in their GPA. Also, the mean increase Whatever the reason, this problem needs to be fixed. Who do you believe? Here’s the from that inflation. in grade from year to year for History Colleges will continue to receive inaccurate GPA answer: Grab a waiver form, and get classes in the sample is .35, a whole .3 readings from kids from all levels, which gives a clear into all the Honors classes that you can. The statis- higher increase in GPA than the mean increase for disadvantage to the CP1 kid who does not benefit tics show a definite abnormality in the change in GPA year to year changes for the grades in Science, Math, from the grade inflation of any Honors class. The lev- when kids move from a CP1 classes to Honors classes and English in this sample. The probability of that eled classes need to be just that: leveled, but also fair. — GPAs almost always go up. In a sample (a confi- occurring assuming that there was actually no evi- The Professional Learning Communities in the dence of any grade inflation? .00021%. school are designed to help this type dential record of the grades and GPAs of randomly Sign up for the Hon- selected students) of 22 students in the senior class Another proposed explanation for the of problem; however, there seems — with a normal distribution of GPA’s — there were results is that students in Honors classes ors class, take some to be too much focus on horizontal exactly 17 instances when a kid moved from a CP1 benefit from the smart kids around them. retakes, increase integration rather than vertical inte- class to an Honors class or vice versa, which resulted Does that explain the abnormal increase your GPA. Just call it gration. Honors classes from year to in GPA from CP1 to Honors? Possibly, year are aligning their curriculums in a mean increase in GPA of approximately .4 points. magical brainpower These statistics reveal two things: Hon- but there is no osmosis-like-transfer out as the freshman, sophomore, ors classes contain inflated GPAs, and CP1 of brainpower — because if it were osmosis. junior, and senior teachers from students do not benefit from that inflation. true, wouldn’t every kid that joined an the same level iron out a common If you look at the chart, a student can receive an Honors class be inherently smarter or receive a bet- curriculum while the vertical integration of dif- 85 in a CP1 English class — which equals a GPA ter grade? Sooner or later, an influx of CP1 students ferent leveled classes is pushed off to the side. weight of 3.0. If that same student moves to Honors into Honors classes would have the opposite effect. But until changes occur, go grab that waiver. Sign English and receives the same grade of 85, he or she One argument that has been offered by up for the Honors class, take some retakes, increase will receive a weighted GPA of 3.5 — a significant in- many students is summed up this way: your GPA. Just call it magical brainpower osmosis. crease that is worth the academic risk, specifically be- cause there is a low probability of a decrease in GPA. What we would assume is that some students would benefit from moving up a level, and some would be THE REBELLION overwhelmed and do worse. If the levels are accu- Walpole High School’s newspaper is committed to informing the public, reflecting rately measuring the amount of knowledge learned by the students’ views, creating a public forum and serving as an educational medium. a student, then the average change in GPA should be around 0 — certainly nowhere near .4 points. There is Check out our new website whstherebellion.com a 1.9% chance of that type of increase occuring if we Editors-in-Chief Video Editor Christina Coville Julie Moser assume that there is no difference in increasing levels. Matt Brownsword Michael Greulich Michael Curran Olivia O’Brien Classes are leveled to fit the needs of the student Peter Hoegler Blog Editor Jacqueline Davis Meghan O’Meara taking the class: a student taking a CP2 or CP1 Hannah McLaughlin Kelsey Whittier Adrianna DiSciullo Alexandra Otero class is probably taking the class because they are Sports Editors Staff Writers Meghan Driscoll Erin Pitman not — or so they believe — equipped for the rigor Michael Fortin Julia Adams Ian Fair Robert Rabaioli of an Honors class, and they accept the downscale Justin Rouhana Dan Aldridge Jamie Ferguson Colleen Rockwell of .5 GPA points for taking a class one level lower. Business/Publicity Manager Kyra Arsenault Catherine Formica Emily Rogerson This arbitrary gap of .5 between weighted levels puts the Cassidy Randall Julia Averill Annie Gallivan Alyssa Rosen CP1 student at an extreme disadvantage because when Photo Editor Julia Bagley Helen Hinton Julia Sandquist colleges compare the CP1 GPAs to the inflated ones in Bryan Kelleher Shannon Baker Mary Hinton Catherine Shivers Honors, the CP1 GPA lacks the benefit of both the insi- News Editor Maggie Brousaides Ellie Kalemkeridis Max Simons tutional .5 bump and the implicit inflation that occurs. Abbey Smith Kaitlin Brown Hiromi Kondo Kathryn Smith Now, there could be other variables that are af- Editorial Editor Ben Brownsword Emma Lederman Rachel Spang fecting this increase; one being that a kid would be Nicholas Fuller Caitlin Campbell- Ashley Levya Meagan Sundstrom expected do better in a sequential year of schooling, Layout Editor Courtney Campbell Ben Lucas Bailey Tudor after more experience. However, the mean increase Michele Lucas Melanie Caneja Emily Luong Anna Van der classes from year to year (excluding History class- Entertainment Editors Kaitlin Carter Natalie Luongo Linden es) is only a .05 increase in GPA. So, there may be Karalyn Kickham Brianna Conley Lucy Lynch Lauren Wigren a slight increase in GPA from year to year, but cer- Mary McAvoy Gina Conti Emily Massarelli Mackenzie Wilson April 2014 The Rebellion Page 3 Redesigned SAT accurately reflects the changing landscape of education Photo/ Peter Hoegler By Nicholas Fuller outlining parts Class of 2014 of the test. But having to resort If you were sixteen or seventeen years old, how to multiple, silly would you answer this question? “Does the pres- forms of test- ent system of education encourage us to admit taking strate- our lack of knowledge, or is there too much pres- gies, which dis- sure to demonstrate the acquisition of knowledge?” courage students While formulating a viewpoint and proving this from even an- idea with cohesion, clarity, structure, and organiza- swering a ques- tion, your internal clock informs your brain that all tion, reflects a students are required to answer the essay portion poorly designed of the SAT exam in twenty five minutes, the length test structure. of an episode of your favorite TV shows — Fam- In 2016, at ily Guy and South Park. In reality, students don’t least, a student actually know if the current system of education can answer ev- encourages questions or puts pressure on them to ery question to demonstrate acquisition of knowledge. What they the best of his do know is that they have to answer the question, or her abilities. Junior Kody McCann reviews material for the SAT. immediately, or their writing section is tanked. After news of Regardless, in the small twenty five minute time- the future chang- frame of answering the elusive question, they cer- es, people asked another common question. Do these crease rigor, but give a fair evaluation of what tainly feel the second choice given in the prompt. changes lower the rigor of the test? The redesigned is federally mandated to be learned in school. The new SAT, which takes effect in 2016, allows SAT test will have somewhat of a different structure, But really, so what? Increased rigor in the class- for an option, though. If you can’t write a solid es- but there isn’t any proof that the changes compromise room setting is necessary. Professors in higher say in the time of one episode of your favorite com- the difficulty of the questions. Certain questions will education have complained for far too long that edy television series, this inability won’t hurt your have relevant, real world context, which the College too many students need remediation at the begin- score. Multiple changes in the SAT such as this one Board now stresses, but how does that lower rigor, ning of college, and the Common Core strives to eliminate the needlessly difficult and annoying- as exactly? What’s wrong with teaching a student the better prepare students for post-secondary educa- pects of the test that hurt the scores of perfectly ad- value of what they are learning? The context be- tion. Also, despite what the critics say, it is not a equate readers, writers, and problem solvers. Other hind a subject isn’t harmful; it’s helpful. Also, why dose of Kool-Aid the federal government is forc- changes of the test include the following: no penalty would the College Board want to lower the rigor of ing down our throats. The federal government does for wrong answers, relevant words in the context, the test? So student’s scores would go up, making not control education through Common Core. Ac- stress on the importance of command of evidence, everyone feel better? Do people really think the cording to a featured partner of the Daily Caller, and real-world context in questions. Overall, the College Board feels concern over student morale? “States choose how the standards should best be put redesigned SAT has net positivity and will more ac- Education isn’t devolving. Instead, it is becom- into practice in their school districts. The Common curately reflect the changing landscape of education. ingmore challenging, evolving through initiatives Core State Standards do not dictate curricula, how Currently, the point system for the SAT exam is such as the Common Core. The National Common teachers teach or how students learn. Those are is- slightly confusing. A student receives one point Core Standards allows states to compare standard- sues for local control and decision.” Thus, while a for every question answered correctly, is deducted ized test scores more accurately, creating a homog- set of national standards is in place, parents, teach- one-fourth a point for every wrong answer, and re- enous education experience for all US students no ers, education experts, policymakers, and business ceives zero points for a question left blank. The matter where they live. This idea allows students people on the local level choose how these stan- thinking behind leaving a question blank is that if across the nation to have the same quality educa- dards should apply to the classroom. Again, the a student has no idea how to answer a question, he tion is a must in our 21st century world. So while federal government isn’t concerned with controlling or she will not be deducted points. Assuming that a the standards of the Common Core test PARCC are the education system. Everyone knows education choice is a good decision is incorrect because leav- considered a little lower than the current MCAS, works best when individuals at the state and local ing questions blank is almost as harmful as answer- overall the Common Core increases rigor in the level, who know their students best, hold this power. ing a question incorrectly, for a student does not ac- classroom setting in most states across the na- The new SAT changes reflect the continued evo- cumulate points to the overall score of that section. tion. The standards are also internationally bench- lution of education. We can resist these changes, Hence, the College Board eliminated point deduc- marked, which means they meet the standards of protest them, or we can embrace them. They en- tions. For the redesigned test, a student will receive nations ahead of the US in education. With these courage students to think critically and answer one point for every question he or she answers cor- higher standards, schools in America can close this questions — all of them. Yet, students also aren’t rectly and zero points for every question answered gap with other nations in reading, math and science. burdened by some of the inferior designs of a stan- incorrectly. The idea is to encourage students to an- David Coleman — the head of the College dardized test. The new SAT test won’t be per- swer normal questions and make educated, informed Board and a cheif architect of the Common Core fect. Standardized tests alone do not indicate the choices on difficult questions. The change is long — is trying to align the SAT with these new stan- degree of success a student will have in college. overdue. Certain forms of test-taking strategies are dards set by the National education standards. But it will give a fairer, equitable, and more rea- critical and important, such as time-management and This means that the changes do not only in- sonable assessment of education for the future. Academic rigor is not for everyone By Lauren Wigren and anxiety, which can trigger suicide AP classes soleley because they think up very soon at Walpole High School, Class of 2016 attempts in teens who already suffer colleges will look upon that favorably. students should put a lot of thought from mental health issues. The stress is “I’m interested in AP science and into their decisions. What classes At Newton South High School this fall, one large contributing factor of many, AP English courses. The other AP sound interesting? What classes there was a suicide epidemic: three in and rigorous AP courses aren’t helping. classes I take because they boost are important to me? Kids may less than four months of school. And Parents, teachers, and society en- my GPA,” said sophomore Archana stand out by taking all AP classes, many people speculated that the reason courage students to strive for the best Apte. Students taking an AP course but squeezing hours of homework for these deaths was the resulted stress possible education and highest-paying as a potential GPA booster is neglect- along with a varsity sport, perform- from taking all honors and advanced salaries. Too many students are tak- ful to their true strengths and inter- ing art, or club into a 24-hour day placement classes. So, in the wake of ing that into consideration when pick- ests. Those who take an AP class has proven to be a tremendous risk. this tragedy, parents are beginning to ing classes or choosing which college that is too challenging or uninteresting So why take the risk? High school is question the reasoning behind students to apply to, whereas they shoud be to them are more likely to negatively time to enjoy, not hate. A student’s fu- participating in these high-achieving focusing on their own personal inter- view school. Is taking three, four, or ture is important, but getting into one of academic environments. With more ests, and not society’s expectations. five AP academic classes really worth the top schools does not guarantee hap- and more competitive students commit- While most teachers agree that the compromising personal happiness? piness. Pursuing your interests does. ting suicide, this obsession with elite advanced placement level is designed Feeling miserable during the school Students should only take AP courses universities is getting way out of hand. for students who have a passion for week is not something worth accept- which interest them and will offer them School stress alone does not cause and excel in a certain subject area, stu- ing. In the aftermath of the tragic a challenge if they feel they are lacking suicide. However, the pressure that dents often use these classes as a way Newton suicides, parents, teachers, one. So before checking off AP Calcu- students feel to complete the work and to boost their GPAs instead. AP curri- and students have become more lus for next year, make sure it sounds receive high marks can contribute to cula facilitates this unhealthy, competi- aware of the dangers of working way appealing to your interests, and be emotional disorders such as depression tive phenomenon. Kids are taking 4-6 too hard. With course selections coming prepared for a challenging workload. Page 4 The Rebellion April 2014

JANUARY FEBRUARY SENIOR J ACQUELYN APPLIN SENIOR KAYLA FLYNN I am nominating Jackie for Student of the Month based upon her excellent scholarship Kayla has consistently demonstrated genuine interest and curiosity about Soci- and attitude. She is an outstanding student who is highly motivated to succeed. Jackie ology and Psychology. Her scholarship and work ethic have not wavered since frequently participates in class and demonstrates her knowledge and hard work by September, as she continues to ask excellent questions, prepare consistently, promptly completing all assignments. Jackie earned a 93 first term, a 97 for Term and participate in discussions. Where many students are focused primarily on 2, and a semester grade of 91. She currently has an A average for third term. She grades, Kayla is concerned about learning. A quiet leader, Kayla’s positive ati- exhibits both curiosity and a strong desire to understand the material. She frequently tude and kind demeanor make her a powerful influence in the class. assists her peers when working in groups. Jackie is consistently on task, on time and Mrs. Karen Sullivan a pleasure to teach. She works well with her peers and exhibits an inclusive attitude. I have never seen her being less than polite and thoughtful of others. She is always JUNIOR SAMANTHA HUYNH prepared for class and her work shows time and effort. She is a lovely young woman Samantha did exceptional work in Pre-calculus during the month of February. with a sense of humor, and a strong sense of her strengths and weaknesses. She has She earned perfect scores on all three of our term 3 quizzes, showing improve- a plan for her future that includes college in the fall. I highly recommend her for ment since last term. She completes every homework assignment. When Saman- Student of the Month. Mrs. Milligan tha was absent from school one day, she checked in with me the following day even though our class did not meet that day to find out what she had missed dur- JUNIOR GUY MICHEL ing her absence. She picked up the review sheet and took the quiz as scheduled Guy has shown some improvement from Term I to Term II. Guy has shown a huge with the rest of the class the next class, earning one of her perfect scores. I am improvement in effort. In Term I, he required a lot of motivation to get him to get proud of how well Samantha has been doing this term and have chosen her as my his work done. Since the start of Term II, Guy has shown that he cares about his nominee for student of the month. Mrs. Kathleen Milne education and wants to do well. He volunteers responses in class and is always on task. He has made some improvements on his homework as well. More recently, he JUNIOR MARIA KUSZYNSKI has worked very hard to complete his classwork accurately and efficiently and has Maria is among the most conscientious and diligent students I have this year. started to see the results in his assessment grades. Guy does not hesitate to ask ques- She is attentive 100% of the time and regularly receives the highest grades in the tions whenever he does not understand something. I think Guy’s increase in effort class on tests. She reads everything assigned and demonstrates the knowledge on is deserving of recognition. Guy is a pleasure to have in class and I recommend him quizzes. Her writing is excellent. She participates in class and is humble about for Student of the Month. Mrs. Hackett her achievements because she is always polite and friendly, I was pleased to see that Maria was nominated for National Honor Society. I will also be suggesting SOPHOMORE TAYLOR LANGMEAD she take one or more honors level social studies classes next year. Lastly, she has Taylor is one of the most polite, kindestm, and hardest working students we have ever been absent just once the entire year! She is well deserving of Student of the taught. Her semester I average was a 95, she did not miss homework all semester, Month. Mr. Szymanski and she participates every day in class. However, what separates Taylor from all of my students is her ability to work in groups and help other students. We have put SOPHOMORE KAROLYNE WARNY Taylor in different groups this year and we always place her in a group with a stu- I am nominating Karolyne for Student of the Month based upon her excellent dent that is struggling. Taylor intuitively knows when and how to help others. She is scholarship and attitude. She is a student who is highly motivated to succeed and extremely patient and helpful without ever being overbearing. Her classmates hold is always trying to do her best in class. Karolyne earned 90 first term, 97 second her in high regard, and we are so happy that she is a part of this wonderful class. I term, and currently has a 100 for Term 3. She is consistently scoring in the 90’s am currently being observed for a class I am taking for my license and my advisor on her formative and summative assessments. Karolyne is always prepared for came into observe the class Taylor is in. She was amazed at how great Taylor was class and completes all HW assignments promptly. She is quiet in class but is and called her “a superstar that is trying to make other kids superstars”. We guess consistently on task and ready to answer any question she is asked. Karolyne is that is the best way to describe Taylor. a pleasure to teach. Karolyne is also taking Algebra 2 Honors and three other Mr. St. Martin & Mrs. Baumgartner honors class this year. I highly recommend her for Student of the Month. Mrs. Milligan ACTIVITY AWARD STUDENT COUNCIL FRESHMAN TAYLOR PETRUCCI ACTIVITY AWARD Since she was elected, Taylor has established herself as a dynamic leader in the fresh- MATH TEAM SENIOR ANDREW HAZERJIAN men class. She attends every event, meeting, and conference with enthusiasm and Andrew earned a spot on one of the official teams for our final regular season confidence. She has shown tremendous initiative in planning the Semi Formal for the meet by completing his problem sets and submitting them on time. Based on the freshmen as well. What is truly impressive is that Taylor is not intimidated by upper- league rules we can have only four seniors compete officially, and since we have classmen and looks for opportunities to broaden her leadership knowledge. Taylor’s more than 4 seniors on our team, the top four scorers on the practice problems- enthusiasm, dedication, and initiative point toward a bright future for Walpole High get those spots. Although it would be Andrew’s last official meet as a Walpole- students. Ms. McMenimen & Mrs. Kerr mathlete, he chose to let his brother have his spot, a selfless act that ultimately benefited the team, since his brother ended up earning more points than he did. SPEECH TEAM SOPHOMORE GRACE HOEGLER I am proud to have such a young man on our team and will miss his contribu- Grace Hoegler competed at her first tournament in January in the event of Group tions next year when he moves on from Walpole High. Discussion. Grace made it to a semi-final round and placed 8th out of 55 students! She received a medal for making to the semi-finals. She just needs to get similar scores at one of the next two tournaments and she will be heading to the state tour- Mrs. Kathleen Milne nament in April! Grace is enthusiastic and dedicated, and I can definitely see Grace taking on more of a leadership role in the next two years. Ms. Loflin

CLASS OF THE MONTH CLASS OF THE MONTH PERIOD 6 GEOMETRY PERIOD 5 SENIOR LITERATURE In this small class, there is a great deal of interaction. There is good rapport among I have had most of these students since the beginning of the year, but as we have the students when they work cooperatively. They have a high level of homework begun this semester, they have really come into their own. They work hard and completion. They enthusiastically put problems on the board and participate in all do what is asked of them, but more importantly, I want to recognize them for activities. These students also did a great job on the midyear exam, which required their passionate, curious, and thoughtful discussions. In all activities, and even retention of a broad range of Geometric concepts tested in both multiple choice the in-class essay, they have exhibited maturity and professionalism. I was espe- and free response format. I am proud of the level of achievement in the class, so I cially impressed with the effort they put into the in class essay at the end of the nominate the class for a second time for Class of the Month. month, where they worked to the best of their ability. It is always nice to have a Mrs. Kathleen Milne class that appreciates opportunities and brings their own ideas to the discussion. Ms. Gould Page 5 The Rebellion April 2014 News

First Rebel Rave dance raises over $500Photos/ Bryan Kelleher

Juniors Natalie Lydon and Jessie Jones pose for a picture. Senior Mary McAvoy, Junior Kia Kaizer, Senior Jen Sullivan and Junior Emerald Walsh smile for a photo. tion. Held in the high ers disliked the name because when people think of school cafeteria from raves, they think of crazy college parties that get out 7:00-10:30, the dance of hand rather than a school dance, but it was sole- raised $500 with a re- ly meant to be a unique spin-off of a spring-fling.” cord number of students However, despite the negative connotations, the new in attendance at 240. name definitely caught the attention of the student body. Student Council Presi- “I had a lot of fun at the dance,” said senior Olivia dent Jack Stedman said, Casey, “I loved how StuCo decided to have another “We’re hoping that this is informal dance since we usually only one each year.” going to become another Student Council members spent the afternoon be- annual dance at WHS. It’s fore the dance putting black lights in place, hang- completely different than ing black sheets over the windows to enhance any of the other dances the effects of the black lights, and setting up a students can attend and table for refreshments — mostly water and lolli- offers a great opportu- pops. Students who attended the dance wore dif- nity to make a contribu- ferent combinations of white and neon colors to tion to a worthy cause.” go along with the neon, casual theme of the dance. The Make-A-Wish Also, Student Council members handed out free Foundation grants the glow-sticks throughout the night to add to the wish of a child diag- neon theme of the dance. In addition, DJ Blaque, nosed with a life-threat- who has become a familiar face at Walpole High Student Council members Jon Kelland, Taylor Petrucci, Sarah Rockwood, Peter ening medical condi- School dances, returned to WHS after playing mu- Hoegler, Stina Cofsky, and Lucy Lynch. tion every 38 minutes. sic at both the Pink Dance and Winter Ball this year. By Abbey Smith Although the dance did not generate enough money Student Council once again rented a photo- Class of 2014 to fund an entire wish (the wishes each cost about booth; however, it was broken for the entirety of $7,500), the dance was the most successful Student the night, so no students were able to use it. Galli- After making the Pink Dance an annual event and af- Council dance of the year — beating the attendance van said, “That was the one big thing I would want ter winning the Massachusetts Association of Student numbers of both the Winter Ball and the Pink Dance. to change about the dance. The photobooth has be- Councils Top Ten Project award the past two years “Because Make-A-Wish has benefitted this -com come really popular at the dances the past couple for their newest events — “Girls Night Out” and the munity in the past, it is a meaningful cause that re- of years, and I think some of the students there “Rebel Showcase” — Walpole High School’s Student ally unifies the student body,” said junior Event were disappointed that they weren’t able to use it.” Council clearly is not afraid to try something new. Chair Annie Gallivan. “It is an important cause After having a high number of students attend, it So when Student Council decided to have a spring for students because they are able to help other is likely that this dance will be brought back for fu- dance, they did not want a traditional “Spring Fling” children and teenagers during a difficult time.” ture years. Junior Event Chair Claudia Schoenthaler dance — they wanted a “Rebel Rave.” On Friday, When Student Council decided to name the dance said, “When we’ve held other dances in the past March 21, the Walpole High School Student Coun- the “Rebel Rave,” they anticipated some disapproval for the first time, we’ve been lucky to break even cil hosted the first Rebel Rave — a neon-themed from the negative connotations of the unconventional in our expenses but with this dance we raised over dance aimed at supporting the Make-A-Wish founda- name. Gallivan said, “I know some parents and teach- $500, so we definitely considered it to be a success.” For second consecutive year, Student Council wins Gold Award Photo/ Ashley Waldron continued from Page 1 This award was specifically given to senior Ashley Waldron for her entry in the M.A.S.C. cover design contest— a piece that was chosen as the cover for the M.A.S.C. pamphlets disseminated at the conference to all students and advisors. The other two awards the WHS Student Council received acknowledged the council’s work and achievements over the past year. One award was the Top Ten Project Award, which is awarded to councils that have submitted one of the ten most outstanding projects of the year. Specifically, this award was given to the WHS council for the Rebel Showcase held last spring to bring the Walpole community together for a talent show and to promote the various clubs throughout the school. The final award Walpole received was the M.A.S.C. Gold Council of Excellence award— an award which Walpole received for the second year in a row. This honor is presented to coun- cils that a judging committee deems to be some of the most outstanding in the state. Walpole Student Council advisor, Ms. Kerry McMenimen, was very pleased by the awards received by the council. McMenimen said, “The Executive Board has continued to push the program in a positive direction, especially in creat- ing new, unique events that have been successful for our school and council.” After a successful M.A.S.C. conference, Walpole High School Stu- dent Council hopes to plan new events from the ideas and recommenda- tions given by other councils. Although StuCo will be graduating many Student Council President Jack Stedman holds the council’s leaders at the end of the year, the council will continue to strive to main- Gold Council of Excellence Award tain its status as a Gold Council of Excellence in the years to come. Page 6 The Rebellion April 2014

Best Buddies dance provides a great experience for Walpole membersPhotos/ Catherine Shivers

Sophomores Noelle Borchart and Alyssa Rosen smile during dinner. Sophomores Mona Pokala, Katie Houser and Shannon Baker dance in the conga line. By Bailey Tudor joy themselves at the dance and keep talking about it and classic 90’s hits. One crowd favorite was the for- Class of 2014 for the rest of their time in Best Buddies. Most of our mation of a huge conga line consisting of students and members look forward to this event every year, so we staff. In reference to the palpable excitement of the As the Best Buddies club at Walpole High School want to give them a night that lives up to their expec- attendees, Curly said, “The staff was thrilled with the grows significantly in numbers each year, so too does tations,” said Mr. John Curley, head of Best Buddies. turnout, the energy, and the enthusiasm of the students.” excitement for the annual spring semi-formal. With Preparations—spearheaded by Mrs. Kelly Udahl— When they were not on the dance floor, students a record number of members participating this year, begin many months before the date of the dance. In participated in other activities that were set up expectations were set high for a lively atmosphere the early stages of planning, tickets must be sold in in the function hall. Raffles were held through- and an impressive turnout. On March 7, students order to book the venue, hire the DJ, and purchase out the night and estimation jars filled with candy flocked to the annual Best Buddies Semi-Formal Din- food and other supplies. Local stores are contacted for were awarded to the people who guessed the cor- ner Dance at the Italian American Club in Walpole. donations of water, food, and other necessities. Next, rect amount— senior Robbie Lederman and sopho- The semi-formal—a highly anticipated springtime chaperones and other volunteers are contacted to help more Courntey Waters. Also, Best Buddies member event since its start in 2009 — has emerged as one facilitate the event. Curley said, “We get a nice turnout Ryan Cisternelli took home the door prize raffle, of Best Buddies’ most successful soirées, draw- of volunteers from the school and town community, which included movie tickets and various snacks. ing a large crowd every year. This March, more and I think the students really appreciate seeing them At the end of the night, students were served cake than 60 members donned dresses and dress shirts make an effort to come out and support our club.” and ice cream while final words were shared. Speech- for a night of pop music and snacks. Although the This year’s dance began when excited students en- es were given by a few students recognizing this group holds monthly events—movie nights, sport- tered the Italian American Club in their formal attire. year’s achievements and the many memories that ing events, and bowling tournaments—the dinner Girls wore semi-formal dresses in a range of colors were made this year. Lederman, Waters, Celine Hen- dance is unique because it gives the students an op- and styles, while boys arrived in shirts and ties. Stu- ri, and Dan Cain thanked Mr. Curley and Mrs. Udhal portunity to dress up, eat a formal dinner, and dance dents mingled and took pictures with their friends for the amazing night and for their dedication to both with their friends in celebration of the school year. while they waited for dinner, which was home- the club and the students throughout the year. Finally, As the biggest event on the club’s calendar, many hours made pasta, meatballs, chicken, salad, and pizza. Mrs. Udhal spoke to the students and acknowledged of preparation are needed to create a memorable event Soon after, Best Buddies members hit the dance floor. the care with which they maintain their friendships for the students. “Our hope is always that students en- Students danced with their friends to current pop songs as well as their inspiring attitudes and optimism.

Walpole’s RoboRebels headPhoto/Mark to Gallivan championship By Julie Moser In order to build an improved robot, the RoboReb- Class of 2015 els turned to stainless steel for their redesign instead — decreasing the chances of any destruction. Also For the past several months, the Robotics team at with a built-in shock absorber, the team used air Walpole High School has dedicated countless hours power to create the same amount of force as their into building a battling robot — a machine that previous shooter did. Mr. Scott said, “ Unlike at many weeks ago was merely a slab of metal. For WPI, our new shooter for Northeastern did not break students on this team, their work of constructing a down once. We stuck together as a team when re- prototype is tested at various competitions over the designing, and everyone contributed to its success.” course of the school year. Recently, the Robot- Having returned for yet another competition of FIRST ics team participated in the Northeastern Univer- (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and sity District Event Friday, March 28 and Saturday, Technology), which presents a new “game” each year March 29. Due to their success, the RoboRebels that the teams must build their robot to play, the team qualified for the Regional Championship, which played the game “Aerial Assist” for the 2014 season. took place at Boston University from April 10- “Aerial Assist” is played on a flat 25 x 54 foot 12th. Currently, having also qualified for the World field, straddled by a lighting beam that is hanging Championship from April 24-26, the team hopes to just over five feet above the floor. With two- com travel to St. Louis, Missouri where they have the op- peting alliances of three robots each, the objec- portunity to finish their season on a very high note. tive is to score as many goals as possible during a Overall, the RoboRebels performed well two minute and 30 second match. The alliance gets The RoboRebels prepare their robot for a match. but lost in the semi-final round at the -North more points based on their ability to get the balls eastern District Event. Taking place at Matthew’s Arena in Boston, the Ro- in their goals while working together to do it. Scott said, “Working with other boRebels traveled to the competition where they were faced with the chal- teams can be difficult so we try to remain flexible in all aspects of the competition.” lenge of battling 40 other teams. After accidentally flipping a robot over, Once all balls in a time called the Autonomous Period are scored, only one senior Colin Fair said, “We had to work hard to recover, but we did well in the ball is re-entered into play, and the alliances must cycle a single ball as many end.” The team also received 45 qualifying points towards the championship. times as possible for the remainder of the match. They try to maximize their Not only were they given these points, but in addition, the RoboRebels were award- points earned by throwing balls over the beam, catching balls launched over ed with the Engineering Excellence Award—the most prestigious of the engineer- the beam, and scoring in the high and low goals on the far side of the field. ing awards. Receiving this honor, as well as 45 points, was a big accomplishment While playing this game, Walpole’s Robotics team competed strongly at for the team. Regarding the team’s competition, senior Anthony Divirgilio said, Northeastern and consequently, finished in 63rd place out of 200 teams. In the New “We did very well and worked effectively with other teams throughout the event.” England area, 54 teams are invited to attend the Championship and because of several At the WPI District Event, just a week prior to Northeastern, the RoboRebels only team dropouts, the RoboRebels were welcomed to compete. However, Mr. Scott said, obtained 15 points — five of which came from the Industrial Design Award that they “It wasn’t a fluke that we got in. It wasn’t luck. We definitely deserved to make it.” were given. Mr. Dustin Scott, the head of the Robotics team, said “It was night and At the Regional Championship, the RoboRebels were in second place before the day going from WPI to Northeastern. Going into Northeastern, we set a goal to re- alliance selection; however, they were eliminated in the quarter finals. Addition- ceive 40 points, so finishing with more than we expected was a huge achievement.” ally, the team was awarded with the Gracious Professionalism Award because they The team struggled at WPI as their shooter, which is used to launch the balls into the offered hotel rooms to other teams in order for them to attend the event. Having goals, broke down several times on the playing field; therefore, the RoboRebels had qualified for the World Championship, which will take place next weekend in St. a week following the event to start from scratch and redesign a shooter that would Louis, Missouri, the RoboRebels are looking into whether or not they will be able to be ready for Northeastern. Made out of surgical tubing, the team’s robot at WPI compete considering the large amount of funding necessary. Within the next week, used elastic force in order to generate an enormous amount of power. However, due the Robotics team will decide if they will attend the World Championship — some- to this strength, the shooter dry fired several times, and ultimately destroyed itself. thing the RoboRebels have accomplished only three times before in school history. April 2014 The Rebellion Page 7 April 2014 The Rebellion Page 8 ENTERTAINMENT Visually stunning Divergent falls short as a novel adaptation By Colleen Rockwell some critics questioned whether Woodley was the right and Hannah McLaughlin choice to portray Tris — due to her sub-par acting in the ABC Family show “The Secret Life of the Ameri- Over the past few years, Hollywood appears to have can Teenager” — the 22 year old showcased her talent mastered the recipe for a cinematic masterpiece in an and proved she was capable of delivering a convinc- industry virtually void of original ideas. To perfect this ing performance as the strong and independent hero- specialty, one must refer to a bestselling book series for ine. James, a relatively new face in Hollywood, made guidance. Take one unconventional teenage girl with a a name for himself in this film as the sensitive yet fearless persona and an appetite for adventure. Stir in strong Four — a character whose dynamic peronality a hunky male sidekick and the zest of a hot romance, enabled James to showcase his impressive versatility and let the plot thicken. Finally, mix a hackneyed dys- as an actor. Additionally, Kate Winslet’s performance topian society dominated by a power-hungry tyrant, as Erudite Leader Jeanine Matthews was perfection and voila — an astoundingly profitable film that draws and allowed viewers to see the actress take on the throngs of tweens and young adults to theatres across rather uncharacteristic role of the vindictive villain. the country. Though novel-turned movies about heroic The cinematography, set design, and and special ef- teenage girls in post-apocalyptic U.S. territories seem fects were flawless — each action scene captivated to be the genre du jour, there are only so many times the audience, and there was never a dull moment. Di- a teen can save the world before the film adaptations rector Neil Buger filmed the scenes flawlessly, for the of classic reads crumble under hefty expectations set cinematography and unique camera angles brought by devoted bookworms. Despite its promising prem- the characters to life on the screen. The dilapidat- ise as yet another critically acclaimed girl-power ed Chicago setting made the film more vibrant and adventure after Armageddon, Divergent falls flat in brought the novel’s post-apocalyptic world to life. comparison to its thrilling paperback counterpart. Despite the intricate set design and the impressive The film adaptation of Veronica Roth’s bestselling acting skills displayed by the cast, the film adapta- novel Divergent hit theaters on Friday, March 21. tion of Divergent clearly supports the popular claim Dominating the box office almost immediately after gooder. After taking a test to determine which com- that the book is always better than the movie. The its release, the movie rose to number one and amassed munity is right for her, Tris discovers that she is a dialogue failed to match the intensity of the film, as a total of $56 million over its first weekend in theatres. ‘Divergent,’ or an individual who does not fit into any screenplay writers Evan Daugherty and Vanessa Tay- However, a mammoth profit is not the only thing Di- one faction. This news is rather unsettling, as Diver- lor provided the actors with dull conversation and vergent raised, for the film also raised many an an- gents are deemed a threat to the order and function disappointing changes from the novel. Of course, gry eyebrow when its director digressed dangerously of society and must therefore be monitored closely. fans must anticipate that novels-turned-movies will far from Roth’s original plot played out in the novel. After coming to terms with her newfound insight undoubtedly stray slightly from the beloved book; In this futuristic Chicago setting, citizens are divided into her identity, Tris must decide which faction she however, there was almost too much missing from the into five distinct factions— Abnegation, Candor, Er- wishes to embrace as her own. Opting for the edgy script, and several scenes failed to include important udite, Amity, and Dauntless. Because each community atmosphere of Dauntless over the benevolent Abnega- aspects of those depicted Roth’s novel. Some sup- values its own patron virtue--for instance, Abnegation tion, Tris ultimately chooses to switch communities. porting characters in the novel — namely Christina, appreciates selflessness while Dauntless deems brav- Of course, what would a teenage girl’s story be with- Will, and Al — are so crucial to the novel’s plot, yet ery most important — inhabitants are expected to live out a generous dose of boy drama? In her new village, they are not portrayed with the same importance in out those values which make their faction unique. In the Tris befriends Tobias “Four” Eaton, and their friend- the film. Characters like Marlene, Uriah, and Zeke midst of dispute and hostility among the factions, the ship — surprise, surprise — evolves into a complex were completely omitted from the film, which was film follows female protagonist Beatrice “Tris” Prior romance. As if identity crises and relationship issues disappointing to fans of Roth’s novel because they throughout her dangerous journey to discover her iden- are not enough for a young woman to worry about, Tris add humor to the otherwise dark and gloomy novel. tity and return the city to a state of stability and peace. discovers Erudite’s plot to eradicate all Divergents and Divergent was a mediocre movie at best, for it failed As a young adult in this futuristic society, transfer- declare war on Abnegation-- the ruling faction of Chi- to satiate the appetites of adoring fans who set high ex- ring into another faction is a common occurrence, as cago — in order to inherit the power for themselves. pectations for the film. Despite the myriad of elements all individuals are encouraged to discover the com- Each actor in the star-studded cast portrayed his or added to this cinematic concoction in order to create munity in which they feel they belong. Born into the her respective role perfectly. The chemistry between a success — including eye-catching action, a dash of Abnegation community, Tris is a young woman who Shailene Woodley (Tris) and Theo James (Four) was romance, and a pinch of passion — critics and view- feels disconnected from her native faction, as she does palpable, and the passion in their well-played romance ers alike were disappointed by how Buger botched not fit the stereotypical mold of a self-sacrificial do- directly parallels that depicted in the novel. Though Veronica Roth’s best-seller to fit the big screen. Foster the People solidifies musical identity on sophomore album — many were outraged that the song drink, or are you ready to drown?” give it a lighter tone. Though the al- referenced a school shooting, despite Both tracks lack the catchy, jovial bum gets a little boring towards the the overall message being a clear state- keyboards the group became famed end — the unique high-pitched cho- ment against violence. Though Foster for after the release of Torches; how- rus on “The Truth” is not enough to the People did not entirely escape the ever, the inclusion of more thought- carry the whole song, and the solemn shadow of their first hit, the diverse and provoking lyrics give Supermodel “Goats in Trees” is five minutes too consistently strong album proved that a more mature image on the whole. long — it retains strength in variety. they were more than a one-hit wonder. Musicality varies throughout the Supermodel is not a clone of Torch- With the fame they have already re- album as well as lyrics. Track five es, nor does it come close to being a ceived from Torches, the band took the “Pseudologia Fantastica” — a hybrid sophomore slump. Their incorpora- liberty to craft an artistic rather than of the group’s famed eclectic key- tion of new styles balances well with radio-friendly album in Supermodel, boards and swirling synths — fea- their commitment to their original aiming for a more personal style rath- tures grinding bass lines and heavier sound, adding enough intrigue and By Mary McAvoy er than further mainstream success. vocals. The band’s unexpected inclu- variety without it being overkill. The Class of 2014 Similar to the thudding drums at the sion of acoustic tracks proves effec- band’s experimentation does not de- inception of “Helena Beat,” Foster’s tive, as the jittery plucking of guitar ter from the flow of the album from For the mainstream music listener, any second album kicks off with a slow strings backing “Nevermind” adds start to finish, and delivers a stronger song that breaks the standard radio- build-up to an explosive chorus. How- an interesting layered sound, while message than their past work, as lyr- pop mold is an anomaly. Alternative ever, the sharp guitar riffs and African- unplugged “Fire Escape” highlights ics are more direct and less vague songs that edge their way into the top style drums of opening track “Are You Mark Foster’s talent as a songwrit- than those incorporated into their ear- ten are usually not too far from the pop What You Want to Be?” distinguish Su- er. Although it ends the album on a lier songs (i.e. “call it what you want” spectrum — they typically feature in- permodel as a separate entity. Vocalist slightly somber note, Foster’s earnest and “sometimes I want to disappear”). spirational lyrics and upbeat yet simple Mark Foster expresses his opinions vocals and metaphoric lyrics make Listeners are not left wondering who choruses (e.g. “It’s Time” by Imagine on speaking out and the importance “Fire Escape” emotionally pleasing. “all the other kids with the pumped Dragons and “Pompeii” by Bastille). of being honest with oneself, admit- Despite Foster the People’s inclu- up kicks” are: Foster conveys a clear However, when Foster the People’s ting, “Well I’m afraid to say too much sion of new influences and less -reli message of the band’s journey over “Pumped Up Kicks” unexpectedly and end up a martyr, but even more so ance on bass and keyboards, they do the years, as expressed in “Coming of ascended Billboard charts in 2011, I’m afraid to face god and say I was a not reject their well-known sound. Age,” and his battles with personal de- mixed reactions arose not only from coward, yeah.” Track eight “A Begin- The psychedelic, bouncing vibe of mons, as portrayed in “Fire Escape.” most listeners because of its radio- ner’s Guide to Destroying the Moon” “Best Friend” would fit seamlessly Although Supermodel may not be as play frequency (it is just one of those has similar forward lyrics, as Foster into the Torches tracklist, and the catchy as Torches upon first listen, it songs listeners either love or hate), but urges “Open your eyes and share this rolling percussion and jovial guitars leaves a clearer emotional mark. Fos- also from their unconventional lyrics burden somehow, are you waiting to of featured single “Coming of Age” ter the People has clearly come of age. April 2014 The Rebellion Page 9 Series finale of “How I Met Your Mother” strays tragically from its premise By Jamie Ferguson All of the scenes with Ted’s children Class of 2015 were filmed in their entirety back in 2006 because the actors would have In an industry where all the good ideas aged considerably had they filmed seem to already be taken, television with them throughout the series, which shows are finding it increasingly diffi- forced the writers to choose an end- cult to have long, successful runs like ing long before the show ended, thus shows did in the past. Acclaimed by nvalidating the majority of the series’ critics and audiences alike, How I Met development, because although Ted Your Mother debuted back in Septem- and Robin would have made a good ber 2005, and its ability to balance sar- couple early on in the show, by the casm and sweetness propelled its suc- end of the series, the changes in their cessful nine season run. However, its characters and their many failed rela- ninth season faltered considerably due tionship attempts suggested that they to its fixation on Barney and Robin’s would never work out as a couple. wedding, but its series finale gave the The problem with the ending is not that The five primary characters of HIMYM meet in their show the opportunity to remind viewers typical bar spot in the series finale. Ted ended up with Robin; it is that Ted one last time why they loved the show ended up with Robin when the writers in the first place. Unfortunately, not whatever reason, the creators stretched wanted to see: Ted and The Mother spent nine seasons showing how the only was the How I Met Your Mother out this wedding into a whole season; (who is named Tracy). Despite being two would never work out. Had the series finale a rushed, messy overview however, they then sloppily compact- (supposedly) the whole reason behind show lasted only a few seasons, the of 20 years of storytelling, it also back- ed 20 years of story into the finale. the show, Tracy has hardly any screen decision to put Ted and Robin together tracked on character arcs and invali- The downfall of the finale traces back time, which is disappointing consider- would have made sense, but when the dated the entire premise of the show. to one singular event: Barney and Rob- ing how much she really adds to the characters clearly changed, the ending The title of the show How I Met your in’s divorce. Not only does the divorce show. The moment when the two first should have changed, too. The penulti- Mother establishes the premise of the undermine the entire season, but it also met was a sweet, vulnerable moment mate episode focused on how Ted was show as the father Ted Mosby telling was also a disappointment after the that reminded viewers why they spent finally over Robin and that Robin truly his children the really long story of how positive changes that both Barney and nine seasons waiting to meet Tracy. loved Barney, but the finale continued he met their mother. For this premise, Robin went through as they became a Unfortunately, the writers pushed their on as if these moments never happened. the creators filmed all of the scenes set couple. Although on the surface, the de- storyline to the backburner, and Tracy How I Met Your Mother’s nine seasons in the future where Ted tells his chil- cision was not entirely bad, the writers’ dies during an anticlimactic offscreen are full of arguments against the two as dren details as they sit on a couch and decision to spend an entire season dedi- moment that feels emotionless not only a couple, such as when Ted tells Robin the voiceovers intertwine the storytell- cated to the weekend of their wedding for the viewers, but for Ted’s children as before her wedding that he “doesn’t ing to the children with flashbacks to only to split them up in the beginning well. She dies only a few minutes after want to hear” that she regrets not stay- the actual events. The majority of the of the finale disappointed viewers who their first encounter is shown, which is ing with him because both of their show takes place as flashbacks to New were forced to care about wedding prob- a cheap decision that discredits the ma- lives are better when they are apart. York City where Ted Mosby and his lems unnecessarily for an entire season. jority of the past nine seasons. Not even Although it had its bright moments friends — Robin, Barney, Marshall, Even though Robin said the divorce Ted seems to be upset about his wife’s (such as when the group said goodbye and Lily — mature from their twen- was because she was too busy with death, which reduces her character to to Ted before he left for Chicago, the ties to their thirties, a process that in- her job, after the divorce Robin grows nothing more than a storytelling device. moment when Ted met Tracy for the cludes real conflicts such as marriage, distant as her job takes off, and the re- When the frame story ends, viewers first time at the bus station, and when children, unrequited love, job promo- lationship she has with her old friends realize that Ted’s story was never re- Barney met his daughter for the first tion, and playful conflicts such as laser crumbles into nothingness, which con- ally about Tracy at all, but a way for time), the How I Met Your Mother se- tag, Barney’s obsession with one-night tributes to a boring and sexist cliche: a him to subtly hint to his children that ries finale was a huge disappointment stands, and Robin’s lobster allergy. woman who is successful and good at he was really in love with Robin the that backtracked on years of storytell- While the show frequently manipu- her job also has to be heartless and cold. whole time. After supposedly tell- ing and character development. It is lated the subjectivity of the Ted’s flash- From the divorce, the rest of the ing his children the story of How I a shame that the writers insisted on backs to provide comedy, the writers episode went immediately downhill. Met Your Mother for nine seasons, sticking to their original plans, be- totally indulged in the last season by Since the finale was a rushed - por even his own daughter says, “This is cause nine seasons of How I Met Your having the entire final season be focused trayal of passing time (the episode the story of about how you’re totally Mother’s unparalleled humor, sweet- solely on the minute problems of Rob- spanned almost 20 years throughout in love with Aunt Robin and you’re ness, and unique method of storytell- in and Barney’s wedding — an event its one hour duration), there was not thinking about asking her out and you ing deserved a strong ending, but in- that ends the penultimate episode. For enough time for what viewers really want to know if we’re okay with it.” stead it was tied with a sloppy bow. Reality show fails to save Lohan’s tarnished image to be yet another failed project for the infamous star. rector of “Lindsay”, Amy Rice. Rice adds a sense of This eight week docu-series follows Lohan’s re- raw, shameful vulnerability to the show – further add- lease from rehab and assimilation back into daily ing to the pressure for Lohan to succeed. Her docu- life, as she moves home to New York City. In the mentary skills are seen through cable news reports of opening scene, Lohan arrives at a studio to shoot her Lohan’s arrests and the street interviews of the trou- first interview– having left rehab just four days- ear bled star’s fans and haters. In these interviews, New lier – with the show’s executive producer, Oprah Yorkers give their opinions of Lohan, most of which Winfrey. Before the pair films the interview, Oprah follow the same condescending tone. These days, the interrogates Lohan regarding her goal for the inter- public’s opinion of Lohan can be best summarized by view, which Oprah hopes is for Lindsay to show her one city-goer’s quote: “I used to be a fan of her work. true self. Their conversation felt awkward and tense, Not much recently. She kind of fell off the deep end.” but it was interesting seeing Oprah’s benevolence Lindsay has been, in most peoples’ minds, in the disappear as she coerced Lindsay into being hon- deep end for quite some time now. Her reality show Oprah Winfrey and Lindsay Lohan pose for a picture. est regarding her past of drug abuse and alcoholism. stands as a warning of a life lost to the entertain- By Lucy Lynch In general, Lindsay proves herself to be the same ment business as a child. Although she’s undergone Class of 2015 chaotic, moody, and destructive person she claims multiple rehabilitation treatments and at first glance herself not to be anymore. Throughout the episode, seems to be a functioning adult, Lohan’s life is far DUI’s, drugs, probation, jail, and theft are just a few Lindsay abandons her friend’s photoshoot, cancels a from luxurious. Her chances of proving herself to be of the scandals that have tarnished the reputation of trip to the Cannes Film Festival, and complains about a respectable, responsible actress are dwindling, and Lindsay Lohan in recent years. Despite the contro- work. As a recovering drug and alcohol addict, Lohan headlining a reality show on an unpopular network versies and various run-ins with the law, Lohan has proves that she clearly has to work hard for sobriety. has not garnered Lohan much support as her person- continued her acting career, and the majority of her The second episode seems to explore this topic more ality and actions do not reflect someone who is truly recent works have become cinematic fiascos. In 2007, as Winfrey gives her criticisms and positive reinforce- dedicated to the process of recovery and prosperity. Lohan’s role in I Know Who Killed Me earned her two ment, explores Lindsay’s childhood sold to Holly- After lying to her life coach – AJ Johnson – about her “Razzie” awards corroborating the film as one of the wood, and utters a few swears, a behavior very unchar- recent drinking, Lohan realizes her mistakes, guilt, worst of the year. The 2012 Lifetime movie Liz and acteristic of the easygoing billionaire philanthropist.­ and incapability to maintain sobriety, but not before Dick was supposed to be the young star’s next come- Despite the show’s ratings, which have consistently Johnson quits and Lohan halts production and film- back; however, it too, received venomous reviews dropped each week, “Lindsay” has proven to be one of the ing of the reality show much to the dismay of the from loyal fans and critics. Anyone who has ever seen more successful programs on Oprah’s dwindling televi- director and crew. Despite Lohan habitually repeat- her earlier movies– classics such as The Parent Trap sion network. Lindsay herself has done well promoting ing that she is prepared to remain sober and revital- and Mean Girls– knows the immense talent that a the show, making her first talk show appearances since ize her career, the recovering alcoholic is not ready. young, vibrant, red-headed LiLo once had, and despite her stint in rehab on Ellen, The Tonight Show with Jim- “Lindsay”, well-made as it may be, validates the in- her obvious mistakes, Lohan has attempted to revive my Fallon, and The Late Show with David Letterman. evitable truth that most already had assumed: Lindsay her career, unsuccessfully. Her most recent endeavor, Altogether, the show itself is not bad, in that the se- Lohan is not, and may never be again, a function- the self-titled reality show “Lindsay,” which recently quencing, cinematography, and interviews are well ing, successful, working woman, as her past abuses premiered on the Oprah Winfrey Network, has proven organized by Emmy-winning documentarian and di- and scandals have taken the ultimate toll on her life. Page 10 The Rebellion April 2014 April 2014 The Rebellion Page 11 “Beauty and the “Contrary to Popular Beast” Dazzles Belief” stretches the limits Audience at of contemporary dance By Karalyn Kickham ful routine full of innocence and energy. Class of 2014 The combination of the lively music, cra- zy costumes, and Walpole High LTC. Love, trust, commitment. The 35 humorous poetry members of the Walpole High School made this number Dance Company projected their motto popular one among By Julia Sandquist success. Since the start of through their chemistry and unison in audience members. Class of 2016 the second semester, stu- the Company’s captivating ninth an- Sophomore Matt dents stayed several hours nual show Contrary to Popular Belief. Moriarty said, Members of the Dance Company leap during the upbeat, energetic number The classic Disney song after school every after- Cogsworth (senior Mike McKeon) and Lumiere After five months of preparation, the “[Frogs] was re- “Three Renditions”. “Be Our Guest” was fit for noon to perfect the piece. (senior Rory Hardiman) long to be human again. WHSDC performed ten original num- ally funny. It was the Walpole High School Not straying far from the bers on Thursday, March 27 and Fri- definitely one of For the nine seniors of Dance Drama Club’s most re- plot of the Disney version, day, March 28 in the WHS auditorium. my favorites.” Fol- Company, Contrary to Popular cent performance, as it Director Jim D’Attilio’s Every year, Dance Company direc- lowing an interlude Belief marked the end of their ning throughout the course ensure that the entertained a crowded stage adaptation of “Beau- tor Richard Kim puts on a show like no by Kid President WHSDC careers. With a large of the musical brought the production lives auditorium during the an- ty and the Beast” tells the other by stretching the limits of con- about remember- audience to watch them take their story to life, especially in up to the view- nual spring musical. The story of Belle (played by Gaston (junior Brian Tracey) carries Belle temporary dance. This year’s produc- ing one’s own awe- final bows, the seniors — chore- the dramatic forest scene. ers’ expectations. group’s production of junior Michelle Murray), (junior Michelle Murray). tion was no exception, as the Compa- someness, “From ographers Mary McAvoy, Katie Director Jim D’Attilio Mr. D’Attilio “Beauty and the Beast” a young French commoner ny performed an emotional show with Dust to Glitter” Gillespie, and Melissa Walsh; chose to swap out tradi- said, “What attracted audience mem- who has an unlikely ro- music and staging, exten- of the ensemble, said, “Mr. themes ranging from cultural holidays to brought tears to captains Amanda Guidoboni and tional painted scenery for made this show so ap- bers of all ages to the mance with a seemingly sive backstage planning, D’Attilio put in a great deal self-acceptance — complete with elabo- several audience Jen Sullivan; and Olivia Stevens, darker lighting that casted pealing to the audience WHS auditorium for their cold-hearted Beast. The set building, cue writing, of effort into making the rate props, sets, costumes and makeup. members’ eyes, Catherine Murphy, Victoria Mar- shadows of eerie-looking — much of which is com- Dancers in “A Very Good Place to Start” act out Julie Andrews’ words to the performances on Fri- monster, played by fresh- lighting, public relations, show a success. It became Contrary to Popular Belief began with as it began with soundtrack of The Sound of Music. tin, and Sariah Gomes — were trees — a technique that prised of local families— is day, March 14; Saturday, man Greg Bond, is a re- ticket selling, prop coordi- his top priority for three “Metamorphosis I: Kafka,” which featured a poem by Anis happy the production allowed them effectively enhanced the that it has a musical score March 15; and Sunday, cluse who is desperate for nating, and program mak- months and it paid off.” high jumps off of ramps and ended with Mojgani with the message to “Shake the was that it did not end with music; rather, to express several different artistic sides. scene’s ominous mood. by some of the best in the March 16. Over the course a loving relationship with ing, just to name a few. After a musical as well- one dancer getting trapped under a sheet, dust”— meanwhile, the girls literally hit the dancers ended their performance in si- Guidoboni said, “The shows were the exact Freshman Greg Bond— business with several very of three months, the drama Belle in order to reverse Then we focused on cos- received as this spring’s kicking in attempt to free herself. Although a curtain covered in flour to give the illu- lence, their movements accompanied only way I wanted my last shows to be [...] It is the youngest actor to re- well-known songs and lots club worked tirelessly to the enchantress’s curse that tumes, costumes, and more production of “Beauty this ending gave off an eerie vibe, the open- sion of shaking dust. The poem was es- by the sound of their feet on the stage. one of the best feelings in the world to look ceive a lead part—said, of dance and singing op- bring the popular Dis- transformed him into a ter- costumes.” Mr. D’Attilio and the Beast,” the Wal- ing number illustrated the beginning of the sentially advice to brush off the small inse- “Unrequited” captured the title of the out and see tons of people there who want to “Although the classic story portunities.” In addition to ney tale to life and en- rifying creature many years spent an extensive amount pole High School Drama girls’ transformations, which were to be curities and be proud of oneself. McAvoy show and expressed the Company’s most see you and the rest of the dance company.” was a lot of fun to help lively music numbers, the sure a successful turnout. before. Meanwhile, an arro- of time behind the curtain Club hopes to generate as continued in the opening number of Act II. was highlighted in this number, as her solo prominent message— Contrary to Popu- The close of this season brings anticipa- bring to life, the show was intricate and extravagant Ticket sales during lunch gant young bachelor named — much of which the au- much excitement for its Of “Metamorphosis I: Kafka,” Mr. Kim said, showed her technique as well as her endur- lar Belief, dance is more than music tion for next year’s big ten year anniver- super stressful because costumes worn by many surged in the days lead- Gaston (played by junior dience does not actually next production: a series “I think as a dance piece, it is a quintessen- ance. At the end of the poem came P!nk’s and choreographed motion on a stage; sary. Mr. Kim already has ideas in mind, so I felt like I had to do as of the actors added to the ing up to opening night, Brian Tracey) also vies for see on stage. Sophomore of comedic skits scheduled tial ‘WHSDC’ piece. It is unusual, changes “Glitter in the Air,” which expressed a mes- instead,dance can take place anywhere, to people can expect recreations of a few of well as an experienced ambiance of the musical. and the Drama Club sold Belle’s heart and is pre- Lauren Wigren, a member to be performed in May. perspective on what dance is, is unexpect- sage about confidence and self-acceptance. any sound (or no sound at all), with any the 88 dances Kim has created in the past upperclassman would.” Referencing a total of 1400 tickets for pared to take drastic mea- ed, and has a lot of emotional value in it.” “Spiritual Dance” rendered a much darker form of movement. Mr. Kim said, “With nine years, as well as new, original num- Though the Drama Club the often unseen the three weekend perfor- sures to win her affection. A much more upbeat number, “A Very vibe, as junior captain Emily Massarelli the title Contrary to Popular Belief, I bers. Kim said, “It’s kind of a fun chal- expected the audience to but equally im- mances. Their efforts sold In the end, Belle chooses Good Place to Start,” followed with bright danced center stage with distinct, omi- hope we gave our audience a little bet- lenge for myself because I keep freaking enjoy watching a familiar portant work be- out the first two shows Beast and warms his lone- blue and green costumes and cheerful mu- nous movements. The number concluded ter idea of what dance is and where Con- out about if I’ll ever run out of ideas, but it Disney princess story, tak- hind the scenes, completely and allowed some heart, thus returning sic from The Sound of Music. This number as all the dancers dropped boxes on the temporary Dance is going or could go.” is a unique challenge to take older dances ing on the task of retelling Mr. D’Attilio for a nearly full audito- him to his natural state as a highlighted turns from junior captain Ra- floor to symbolize the explosion of the Mr. Kim and Assistant Director Ms. Maura we have done and to re-do them as well as a popular children’s tale said, “We had rium on Sunday afternoon. handsome prince. And as all chel Graham and provided comic relief after “ticking bomb” referenced in the music. Lia are known to put on successful Dance update them.” The title of the tenth annual demanded extra time and to deal with cal- Over 160 hours of rehears- beloved fairy tales end, the the first number, as the girls playfully acted The closing ensemble, “Unrequited,” was Co shows, but for the Company, they per- WHSDC show will be Magnum Opus. attention to detail, as it re- endar planning als, set-design, and cho- two live happily ever after. out some of the lyrics to “Do Re Mi.” Next arguably the most dynamic number of the form for more than just the dancing and quired the cast to contrib- and coordination Photos/ Bryan Kelleher reography was required The dramatic lighting and was “Three Renditions,” which featured entire production. Freshman Olivia Pratt artistry. McAvoy said, “I ute a tremendous effort to between dance to make this musical a realistic special effects run- three different versions of the same song, had a solo in this closing number, which love dancing as is, and I am grateful to have had Photos/ Max Simons “Summertime.” The dancers wore three showcased her talent even as a freshman. different costumes that clashed, but the out- Guidoboni was also featured in this num- the opportunity to ex- fits went along well with the mismatched ber, as she performed a solo to “True Love press myself as a cho- styles and tempos of the songs. “The Cor- Waits.” The ensemble moved from emo- reographer. However, ridor” featured an impressive solo from tional to sassy as the tempo picked up and the very best part about senior Catherine Murphy. With the cur- the girls danced to Britney Spears, but one Dance Co is the girls. tains partially closed, the audience was not of the most fascinating parts of the number It is a true sisterhood.” distracted by scenery or elaborate sets, so spectators focused solely on the dancing. Act I closed with an ensemble en- titled “Dia De Los Muertos,” which de- picted the Mexican holiday of the same name. Half the dancers wore skeleton suits while the others wore dresses with big black and white skirts that were fit for big, flowy movements. All danc- ers painted their faces like skeletons as they told the story of the celebrations and traditions of Dia De Los Muertos. After the intermission, Act II began with “Metamorphosis II: Gold,” a con- tinuation of the opening number. The dancers completed their symbolic trans- formations in this number, for they used orange and yellow flags to portray wings. By far the most amusing number in Belle (junior Michelle Murray) shares a warm embracewith her the entire show, “Frogs” began as se- father nior choreographer Mary McAvoy read a poem about worms, and each of the other dancers on stage read her own portion of a poem. When the music turned on, the dancers announced that this was their Gaston (junior Brian Tracey) shows off his strength to an awestruck ensemble. Junior Emerald Walsh uses swirling flags as she dances Senior Catherine Murphy performs in “Metamorphosis II: story, and they proceeded to dance a youth- in the dynamic number “Metamorphosis II: Gold.” Gold”, a number about rebirth accessorized with flags. Page 12 The Rebellion February 2014 BUSINESS CARD DIRECTORY RESTAURANT PAINTING DANCE

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Boys Lacrosse (4-3)- Boys Lacrosse has handled their strong early schedule well with wins over King Philip, Natick, Newton North and losses to Dover-Sherborn and Franklin. Senior Mark Ni- den has been the catalyst for the Rebels offense so far this season netting a goal in every game thus far. Girls Lacrosse (4-1)- Girls Lacrosse has shaken off their opening loss of the season to Natick by string- ing out two straight victories against King Philip and Newton North. Junior Molly Lanahan has led the Rebels early on to make way for their first four wins. High school baseball players must adjust to the wood bat. Boys Tennis (2-4)- The Rebels have a record of 2-1 thus far this season, beating Dedham, 1-0, and Mil- By Peter Hoegler Walpole saw first-hand how aluminum bats can ton, 5-0, on April 1 and April 7, respectively. Ad- Class of 2014 drastically change the outcome of a game. The Reb- ditionally, the boys lost to Weymouth on April 4, 3-2. els were up 6-0 in the first inning, but Bridgewater- Girls Tennis (3-4)- Girls Tennis has had a much stronger On a May afternoon 13 years ago at Bird Middle Raynham – who is an aluminum bat team – came start to this season after gaining valuable experience from School, a line drive rocketed off a metal bat and roaring back and eventually won the game 13-9. last season. Alyssa Rosen has played extremely well so far smashed into the face of Wellesley’s Bill Hughto, “If Bridgewater-Raynham used wood bats, I don’t this season helping Walpole win three matches this season. Boys Track (0-2)- Boys Track dropped their first meet who was then rushed to Mass General Hospital. know if they could have come back,” said Tompkins. of the season to Welleseley despite strong individual Fortunately, the pitcher was fine after treatment, but “They were a good team, but I’m not sure if they would performances. After an incredible winter season, se- the injury would cause a ripple effect that would af- have scored that many runs with the bats we were using.” nior Myles Cofield continued where he left off by fect the Bay State Conference for years to come. Aluminum bats are lighter to swing than wood winning the 100 meter with a time of 11.4 seconds. Since 2002, in addition to playing nine-inning games, ones, and the ball flies off faster. The so-called Girls Track (1-1)- Similar to the boys, Girls Track the Bay State Conference has been one of three leagues sweet spot, in the meat of the barrel, is greater be- was unable to pick up a win in the first meet of the in the state of Massachusetts to require the use of wood- cause the bat is more hollow. The bat manufacturer season; senior Captain Gina Conti won the 400 me- en bats in games between its fellow league members Easton advertises its new Stealth bat with technol- ters with a time of 59.4. However, the girls bounced (the others are the Greater Boston League and Catho- ogy that encourages “the most efficient energy trans- back with an exciting win over Braintree, 69.5-66.5. lic Conference). The rule was pushed through in the fer from handle to barrel for maximum ‘whip’ for wake of the injury to Hughto during the 2001 season. a quicker bat and more power through the hitting out their metal bats like kids opening their gifts.” Every year when the league’s coaches and athletic zone,” according to the company’s Web site. The In the next few years, as the new generation of directors meet, they discuss the topic at length. Coach- bat sells for $299; wood bats sell for around $50. B.S.C coaches rises to the top, the league will most es are content with the ruling, but the choice of pre- Young players generally seem to prefer hit- likely shift to seven innings and metal bats. In June, ferred bats is split. This year, Coach William Tomp- ting with aluminum bats. “There’s so much more the MIAA baseball committee voted to cut Divi- kins and the other “old school” coaches prevailed pop to them,” said senior Bob Rabaioli, who is sion 1 tournament games from nine to seven. The in the vote, meaning that the B.S.C. will stick with the catcher and a prominent hitter on the Wal- change will affect 10 of the 12 teams in the confer- wood bats and nine-inning games for the 2014 season. pole Baseball team. “You hit longer balls. If you ence as Milton (Division 2) and Dedham (Division “I can deal with the wood bats as long as we can hit the ball on the handle with a wood bat, it’s a 3) already play seven innings in the postseason. play nine innings,” said Coach Tompkins, who is a groundout to short and your hand hurts. If you hit “There are not that many old school coaches metal bat proponent. “The wood bat makes the game it on the handle with a metal, it can be a double.” left,” said Tompkins. “My passionate speech ev- go by quicker, so we can play two more innings. Most High school players grow up playing with met- ery year when we discuss this is pretty soon going of the coaches in the Bay State would rather play with al bats in Little League, Babe Ruth, and A.A.U., to fall on deaf ears. We’ll probably go seven innings the aluminum, but they have the same philosophy as I so,when they get the chance to play with alumi- and aluminum bat maybe as soon as next year.” do: they would rather play nine innings than seven. ” num at the high school level, there is a little more While most believe the day the Bay State joins With the aluminum bats, teams can score more excitement in the dugout. Tompkins said jokingly, the masses and plays seven-inning games is com- runs and make the game more exciting for all in at- “When we play non-league games, it’s like Christ- ing soon, some still see the reason to keep wood tendance. In the 2013 South Sectional Semi-final, mas morning for the Walpole players. They take bats. It’s a dangerous game with the aluminum bat. Johnny Adams excels at Boston College By Mike Fortin consider this an intimidating task, Ad- staffs in Massachusetts high school in terms of defensive positioning and Class of 2014 ams is fully ready for the challenge. baseball is one aspect Adams acknowl- being closer to the batter,” said Adams. “I just try to focus on having fun and edges as a contributor to his success. “However, coaches here at BC have After graduating from Walpole High doing my job, trying to do anything I Adams said, “If I had not been in such a taught me many new things about the School, it is not uncommon for ath- can to help the team win,” said Adams. great league, the Bay State Conference, position and seeing time there in the fall letes to play for a Division III program. “You have to eliminate all fear in or- in high school and didn’t have coach- and winter has definitely made me more Yet, there are always those few stand- der to succeed, so I just try to play the es like coach [Lee] Delaney, [Chris comfortable. But in the end, you need out players once every few years who game like I’ve always been taught to.” Costello], and Head Coach [Bill] Tomp- to simplify things and just worry about makes it to the big stage: the Division I Throughout his time at Walpole High, kins, then the transition would have fielding the ball and throwing it cleanly.” level. Boston College’s Johnny Adams Adams was a four year starter for the been much more difficult, which makes Due to strong coaching and hard – who joins Cam Hanley (Northeast- Rebels, leading Walpole to two Bay me fortunate to have played in such work, Adams has made the transition to ern), Conor McCarthy (Northeastern), State League crowns. Adams started at an unbelievable baseball program.” third base an easy one. And as a result, and PJ Hayes (UCONN) as the only shortstop for the Rebels and was a first- Through the first 26 games, Adams Johnny has won valuable playing time Division I student-athletes from the team BSL All Star three years in a row. has a .221 batting average but was hit- over very qualified upper-classmen. As Class of 2013 – has done something Coach William Tompkins named Adams ting as high as .333 facing some out- the Eagles enter the strength of their unimaginable: starting at third base and captain his senior year – giving him lead- of-league opponents. However, Ad- schedule, they look to turn around their designated hitter as a true freshman. ership skills that have helped him tran- ams is most adept on defense, which season after starting just 8-18 thus far. Transitioning from Walpole High to sition to BC. Other than baseball, Ad- earned him an early nod at the right However, the addition of Adams to the BC has not been a major problem for ams was the point guard and a two year side of the infield in the spring. This squad has given the Eagles one of the Adams, who is now starting for a pro- captain for Walpole’s basketball team. season, Adams has embraced a big most sure handed players in the ACC. gram in one of the best leagues in the Playing for the Rebels has certainly change that most players would take “If we keep playing hard and as a country, the Atlantic Coast Confer- helped Adams prepare for his success at time to adapt to, but it has not affected team, then I think this season is go- ence (ACC). However, anyone who the collegiate level. Competing in the him in the slightest bit: changing po- ing to be something special,” said Ad- saw Adams play for Walpole should highly competitive Bay State League sitions from shortstop to third base. ams. 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Photo/Girls Cassidy Randall Tennis sweeps rival Milton, 5-0 the Rebels were able to Out of five matches, the varsity team only has pull off a victory against a to win three for the entire match victory. Af- Milton team that has been ter Rosen, Pitman, Byrnes and Mallory, the a nightmare for teams in Rebels had already won the match with three years past. It was a sig- clean wins and two matches still going on. nificant victory for coach Since Heinold was the assistant tennis coach Diane Heinold, who led for Milton in previous years, this win was extra the Rebels to a victory special for her. She said, “It was great to see the against her former team. girls win against a tough team, especially a team First singles sophomore that I used to have coaching experience with.” Alyssa Rosen was the Second singles, senior Captain Hannah Miller, also first to finish and win her won in two straight sets, 7-5 and 6-2. Miller had a match against Milton’s tough start, for she was down 5-2 in the begin- powerful forehand hitter. ning of the match, but she came back and won five Rosen won in two sets 6-2 straight games to pull of a 7-5 win in the first set. and 6-3; however, most Miller said, “I was mad that Milton’s coach expect- points contained long ral- ed my opponent to be winning by much more, so I lies and multiple deuces. was extremely motivated to prove her wrong and win Milton’s first singles had my match.” Miller won the second set easily, as her a vicious forehand shot opponent could not recover from her first set loss. and a dangerous serve, The last match to finish, taking over an hour to but Rosen kept opponent complete, was first doubles sophomores Mary Healy on her backhand and re- and Julia Sandquist. Healy and Sandquist won in turned her speed serve. an exhilarating three sets, being the only varsity Second to finish was players to not win in two straight sets out of three. third singles, sophomore They lost the first set, 4-6, but rebounded well from Erin Pitman, who was that loss to take the next two sets, 6-1 and 6-2. down 2-1 to start. How- Sandquist said, “At the start of the match, we ever, Pitman rallied to were playing it too safe with the other team, win five games in a row but we were able to capitalize on Milton’s re- to take the set 6-2 and ul- turns when we put more force on our shots.” timately finished her op- Sandquist and Healy led in their second 5-0 sweep ponent in the next set, 6-1. of the season, improving Walpole’s record to 3-2. Sophomore Julia Sandquist and senior Emily Byrnes prepare to return Natick’s serve. Pitman said, “Last Although the next few matches will be against year we had a slow start strong teams such as Newton North, Wellesley, to the season, but once and Brookline, the Rebels look to secure a bet- By Alyssa Rosen we get clicked in, we ter record than last year and get into the playoffs. Class of 2016 can match-up evenly against the better players.” This will be a big step for a program that consists Second doubles, seniors Emily Byrnes senior Ni- of mostly underclassmen and seniors who have rare- What a difference a year makes. After getting swept, cole Mallory, lost the first game of their first set. ly been put into the pressure situations that a state 5-0, by Milton twice last year, Girls Tennis turned The loss did not set the tone of the match, as they tournament consists of. After the next three match- the score around in their first matchup on April 7 at were tied at 4-4 before they won the next two games es against the top teams in the Bay State, the Reb- WHS with the Wildcats — sweeping the match, 5-0. straight to take the first set. They then went on to win els will look to get the necessary wins to reach one With the same starting varsity lineup as last year, their match with domineering 6-1 win in the second set. of their final goals: a berth in the state tournament. Boys Tennis looks to reach postseason for 11th straight season Photo/ Nick Fuller By Nick Fuller is a lack of experience. Five of the Class of 2014 seven starters from last year were se- niors, and this team features almost If a Walpole local walked up to you no starters from last year’s team. and stated, “Boys Tennis is the most Whatever this year’s team lacks in consistent boys sports program at experience, they make up for in talent WHS to date,” the first reaction you and hard work. Junior Mike Bloom, would probably have is incredulity. a three year starting varsity player, is What about football? All those titles? the team’s first singles player. He is Boys Soccer made the state champi- short at 5’4, but is a quick, resilient, onship this year, and Boys Basketball and tough opponent for anyone. So far and Baseball have had great postsea- this year, he’s had mixed results (is 2-2 son runs. Boys Hockey has been very against his opponents), but has shown good as of late. On what basis — of all great potential against some of the most the powerhouse boys sports at WHS talented tennis players in the state. — Boys Tennis is the most consistent? Coach Shawn Gough said, “[Bloom] The magic word is ten. No other WHS was down 5-1 to the best tennis player boys team can currently say they have on Weymouth, and he comes over to a ten year postseason streak. Not base- me with a dead serious look on his face ball, not football, nor any other boys pro- and says, ‘Coach, I’m still in this.’” gram. This impressive feat is an unlike- He then orchestrated a furious come- ly run for a program no one really talks back, but ultimately lost the set 7-6. about, and Boys Tennis has no intention Senior Captain Drew Morrier, a four of allowing the streak to end this year. year varsity player, is at second singles But the past is the past and this while junior Dan Frankel fills the slot at is the present, and a big ques- third singles. Despite just joining the tion looms: Will the team be good team last season, Frankel has impressed, enough to qualify for their elev- climbing to third singles in a short time enth straight postseason appearance? and consistently defeating his opponent No one knows as of yet. For start- day in and day out. He has not lost to ers, Boys Tennis is 2-5, defeating anyone so far this year. At first and sec- Junior Mike Bloom returns a serve in his match against Weymouth Dedham and Milton while losing to ond doubles, juniors Scott Mclean, Joe Weymouth, Natick, Newton North, Delaney, Jack Young, and Dimos Kat- Wellesley, and Brookline. Losing saros have a lot to learn, and are in a addition, juniors Andrew Nevin, An- to succeed. So far, results do not look three straight matches sounds like a completely different situation after los- drew Drogan, and Senior Captain Mike good, and the rest of the season will be team destined to miss the playoffs, but ing all starting varsity doubles players Griffin are all talented upperclassman a mystery. For many years, Boys Ten- Wellesley, Newton North, and Brook- from last year. One wouldn’t be wrong who provide great depth to the roster. nis has been on the right side of history line are the top teams in the Bay State. to assume their acclimation could No one knows if this year’s Boys and made it in to the tournament. De- Matches against CM and other Herget be difficult, but don’t tell them that. Tennis squad will add to the postsea- spite the loss of many seniors and with foes will dictate the success of Boys Junior Scott Mclean said, “We be- son streak or be a part of its end. The that, a lot of experience, the Boys Ten- sports’ most successful programs. lieve we are just as good if not better season will be difficult, a transition, but nis players expect to make the playoffs One of the Rebels major problems than other doubles teams out there.” In the pieces are still in place for this team again. Who’s to say anything different? Page 14 The Rebellion February 2014 April 2014 The Rebellion Page 17

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After Wellesley loss, Girls Track wins close meet against BraintreePhotos/ Catherine Shivers By Gina Conti Class of 2014

Although Walpole Girls Track and Field started their sea- son with a 81-55 loss against Wellesley on Wednesday, April 9, they beat Braintree two days later in a dramatic 69.5-66.5 victory on April 11. Against Wellesley, senior Captain Gina Conti scored 5 of the 7 Walpole points in the sprinting events by taking First Place in the 400 meter dash with a personal record of 59.4—a mark which of- ficially broke the 1998- Wal pole High School Record of 59.84 held by Amanda Logan. “After she set the Indoor 400M record at New Balance Nationals this winter,” said Sophomore Hiromi Kondo recieves the baton in the 4x100 relay. Head Coach Conor Cash- man, “I knew she wanted sionals in such a tough event.” Two days later, Walpole went to break the Outdoor Re- Senior Captain Olivia O’Hara to Braintree where they won cord as well.” The depth of was the top point-scorer for the the meet by a final score of Freshman Kelsey Mazzocca sets the freshman Triple Jump record Wellesley’s sprinters—they Rebels. Scoring 12.25 points, 69.5-66.5. The meet was a for Walpole at 33’8”. have 3 of the top 7 fastest she was the second leg on the back-and-forth battle between pole School Record holder for the team by taking Second sprinters in the Bay State 4x100, and she took 3rd in Walpole and Braintree with a the Freshman Triple Jump. Place in the Javelin with her League—was too much for the 200m (28.2), 1st in Long lot of sweeps or near-sweeps. In Long Jump, O’Hara also got throw of 85’1” to keep Brain- Walpole as Wellesley scored Jump (15’6’’), and 1st in Triple Walpole swept the Two Mile First Place with 16’8” while tree from winning the meet. 20 of the possible 27 points. Jump (34’1’’). Her freshman and the Mile, while Braintree sophomore Hiromi Kondo took The Walpole 4x400 team— Meanwhile in the 2 mile, while sister Chloe also competed swept the 100M and the 400M. Second Place with 16’2”—both composed of sophomore Tori Wellesley’s Grace Rademach- in the jumping events. Chloe There were also 5 events that marks were personal records. Lynch, Conti, sophomore er took first with 11:53 while took third for Walpole in the went 8-1: Walpole went 8-1 “They have newer facili- Alyssa Murphy, and junior freshman Stephanie Forester High Jump with a jump of 4’7. in Long Jump, Triple Jump ties and pits, and the weather Emma Hunt—then closed out tied Wellesley’s Emily Meara Throughout the winter track and Shot Put while Braintree was great,” said Kondo. “We the meet in dramatic fash- for Second Place. The race— season, Olivia never cleared went 8-1 in 100M Hurdles also didn’t do too many run- ion by not just winning the which also included senior opening height for High Jump; and 8.5-.5 in High Jump. ning events, so it was good race, but by running the fast- Captain Kristen Coyne and however, Chloe cleared not Triple Jump and Long Jump to focus on just the jumping.” est Bay State Conference freshman Emily Martin—had just opening height; she also were crucial events for the In the 800m, junior Al- time this season. Their time 4 of the 10 fastest 2 Mile times cleared 4’5” and 4’7”. Olivia Rebels. Olivia O’Hara jumped lie Morris lost a tough race of 4:11 puts them off of the in the Bay State this season. said, “I was so happy for Chloe, 35’0.5” for First Place—a to Braintree’s Delia Byrne school record by 1 second. “I think the 2 mile event for on the way to the meet she was mark that also puts her as to set the score at 56.5-56.5. “I am really proud of how Walpole was a huge success,” nervous and wasn’t sure if number one in the Bay State Conti then placed first in the the girls competed at the said Coyne. “It was such a she could high jump. But she rankings. Freshman Kelsey 200M to give the Rebels the Braintree meet,” said Coach pleasant surprise to see two definitely has a lot of potential Mazzocca took Second Place lead 61.5-60.5. Junior Cait- Cashman. “It was a great freshmen take a huge leap to and I’m glad at least one of with a 2 foot personal record lin Campbell then had her team win for the Walpole- the top and qualify for Divi- the O’Hara’s can high jump.” of 33’8”. She is now the Wal- most clutch performance on Girls Track & Field program.” Reigning Herget Champs, 0-2 Boys Track struggle out of the gate Photos/ Catherine Shivers the Discus with a throw of 107’5”, and senior Jon Rockwood took sec- ond in the Javelin with 130’11 feet. However, although the teams split re- lays (Walpole won the 4x100; Welles- ley, the 4x400), Walpole could not keep pace with Wellesley’s Jumpers and Dis- tance runners. For distance, Wellesley scored 22 of 27 possible points. While Walpole countered with the Sprinting events, Wellesley’s sweep of the Triple Jump put the meet out of contention for the boys. Mike St. Germain — who tied for first place in the 110 meter hurdles with a personal record of 15.64 — failed to record a jump to break up the sweep. At the end, they lost 85-51. Because their meet against Braintree was rescheduled due to rain, Wal- pole missed key point-scorers such as seniors Mike St. Germain, Jon Kel- land, and Anthony Divurgilio. Due to Freshman Brandon Kilroy long jumps Sophomore Eamon McCarthy places second against Braintree their absence, other athletes had op- against Wellesley. with a 2:07.8 in the 800m race. portunities for success. Specifically, sophomore Eamon McCarthy had a By Gina Conti at Wellesley High School on April with a time of 54.94. Ricci’s dramatic successful debut in the 800m where Class of 2014 9. Two days later, an undermanned victory came with some drama: in the he placed 2nd with a time of 2:07. Walpole team lost to Braintree 96-40. final 20 meters, Wellesley’s top- run “It was tiring; however, it was awe- Last year, despite not winning the Against Wellesley, Boys Track got ner fell and was unable to catch Ricci. some after hearing the time,” said Herget Title in the Indoor Track Sea- their points largely in the Sprints and “It felt awesome to get first place for McCarthy. “I think the Braintree son, Walpole Boys Track and Field the Throwing events. For Sprints, the first time in my career,” said Ricci. kid pushed me to run faster, and my still won the Herget Title in the Spring the team captured 18 of 27 possible “Considering I am only a sophomore, teammates really encouraged me.” Season — for the sixth year in a row. points. Senior Myles Cofield led Wal- it was a huge accomplishment for me.” Unfortunately, Braintree’s field events This year however, their 0-2 pole’s only sweep of the day in the For Throwing Events, Walpole scored were too much for the Rebels as they start suggests their Herget 100m Dash with sophomores Akin 22 of 27 points with senior Rob Leder- dominated field events (45-9) and ulti- reign may be coming to close. Street taking second and Sean Perkins man taking first in Shot Put with mately won the meet by a score 96-40. Wellesley — a historically strong dis- taking third. In the longer sprints, 38’9” and junior teammate Shawn In order to keep their title, they will not tance team — defeated Walpole Boys sophomore Nick Ricci placed first with Sarnie taking second with a throw of only need to defeat some strong Herget Track and Field by a score of 80-56 a personal record in the 400 meter dash 37’7.75”. Senior Mike Williams led teams, they also need Wellesley to lose. PageFebruary 19 2014 The Rebellion April Page 2014 19

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Senior Captain Sean Baker was the one who Donnelly had a goal and sparked the first half offen- an assist, and sophomore sive outburst, by slotting a Conor Tracy—a Xaverian mid-range opportunity early transfer—and junior Kevin in the first quarter. Junior Sullivan both scored their Seamus Ford—who had a first career varsity goals. team-high three points with Newton North made a des- two goals and an assist—then perate effort late in the took it himself through the fourth quarter, but Walpo- heart of the Newton defense le’s lead was too big, and to give Walpole a 2-0 lead the Rebels took the win 9-5. Junior Munachiso Egbuchulam goes on the attack against Newton North in Walpole’s 9-5 victory. after twelve minutes of play. “It’s starting to look like this This potent offense did is our year,” said Baker. “We not stop in the second quar- are a little inexperienced in By Peter Hoegler their early season struggles included a first round loss ter. Senior Mark Niden, the some areas of the field, but Class of 2014 behind them—began league in the M.I.A.A. Division most consistent offensive we have star athletes on at- play with fire, dominating 2 tournament to Foxboro. weapon so far, netted two tack, in the midfield, and on The Boys Lacrosse team Newton North in every as- “I feel like we’ve got a sweeping goals and Mu- offense. If we want to make is already six games in, pect of the game. Walking really good group down nachiso Egbuchulum, the a run at the Herget Division but Head Coach Jason An- off Turco Field on April 8 there. We scouted New- junior transfer from New Title, we are going to have dalo still does not have with a 9-5 victory against a ton North and were fa- Jersey, scored with seconds to cut down on the turnovers a pulse on this squad. Carey Division powerhouse miliar with them and they remaining in the first half. and limit the small mistakes After opening the 2014 might be exactly what the didn’t change anything.” The Rebels also had a on offense and defense. But I campaign with a two wins Rebels need to upstart this Walpole began the 2014 strong defensive effort in wouldn’t be surprised, when and two losses against out- season that has the potential spring season with up and front of senior Captain An- it’s all said and done, if we of-league opponents, Walpo- to be the best since 2009. down performances, in- drew Blood, who finished made a run at this thing.” le (3-3) was unsure whether “We’re still young in places cluding a 13-5 drubbing with eight saves on the af- Walpole, who is now 2-1 in they were going to be a tier 1 and have some guys trying to of King Philip, but an 8-3 ternoon. Andalo said, “De- league play, hopes to carry team in the highly competi- figure out their roles,” said loss against Dover-Sher- fense has been one of our over what they have been do- tive Bay State Conference. Andalo, whose squad is com- born. The Rebels thought best strengths,” Andalo ing right into Herget play and But the Rebels—putting ing off an 11-8 season that that they could turn their said. “We know every day even the State Tournament. Girls Lacrosse finds team identity after Newton North win Photo\Shannon Baker By Meagan Sundstrom 10-5 with Natick in Class of 2015 the lead. Sundstrom scored the Rebels’ fi- Ideally, a varsity high school sports nal goal of the game, team consists mostly of upperclass- but Natick pulled men with a few juniors and sopho- ahead to make the mores. However, this year’s Girls final score 12-6. Lacrosse team diverges from the The girls had just a normal line-up, with only four start- brief time to make up ing seniors. Despite their youth, the for Thursday’s loss, Rebels have stepped up and given as King Phillip was themselves a reputable team iden- the scheduled oppo- tity in the Bay State Conference. A nent for the next day. shaky start against Natick on April 3 On Friday, April 4 did not hinder the Rebels, for victo- against K.P., the Reb- ries against King Phillip on April 4 els showed improve- and Newton North on April 8 have ments in multiple quickly given them a winning record. aspects of the game, The Lady Rebels’ starting lineup especially obtain- consists of eight under-classmen: ing ball possession junior Molly Lanahan, junior Mea- from the draw circle. gan Sundstrom, and freshman Mel O’Brien and Sund- Weber as midfielders; junior Olivia strom scored Wal- O’Brien, sophomore Hannah Nadeau, pole’s first two and freshmen Alison Foley as attacks; goals, and thenlater Senior Bri Doherty fakes out the Newton North goalie. and freshman Sophia Giovaniello, and freshman star Ali- junior Lauren Hirshom on defense. son Foley scored her On April 3, which was Walpole’s first Varsity goal to make the score ton North of 13-6 to improve to 2-1 she demonstrates fast speed and deep first game of the 2014 season, Natick 4-4. At halftime, King Philip led on the season. Shannon Fitzgerald— knowledge of the game in addition to won ball possession from most of Walpole 7-6, but the Rebels’ offense a senior from Newton North who has contributing a large number of goals the draws—usually a strength for was able to control the second half. committed to play Division 1 college on the offensive end. After only three Walpole—which led to a 12-6 vic- Lanahan and Sundstrom contrib- lacrosse for Johns Hopkins—posed an games, Lanahan dominated the team’s tory for the Red & Blue. During the uted seven and five goals respec- offensive threat for Walpole, but Mel stats with 13 goals and four assists. first half, Natick took a five-goal tively over the course of the game to Weber was able to stifle Fitzgerald’s “Molly is a tremendous player and lead over Walpole after scoring four give the Rebels a sufficient lead for formidable attack. Senior Bri Doherty a tremendous competitor,” Coach consecutive times to make the half- the last ten minutes of play. Wal- led the Walpole offense with four Tosone said. “She excels at all fac- time score 8-3. Clearing the ball after pole offensive players then stalled goals on the afternoon. Lanahan also ets of the game. Lanahan’s speed making a defensive stop and play- for the rest of the game—a strategy finished with another hat-trick, with and intelligence combined with her ing tight defense during transition made possible by the lack of a shot all of her goals coming in the first half. impressive offensive stats make plays exposed weaknesses for the clock— and defeated KP 14-10 to put A vital contributor to this year’s her a critical member of the team. ” mostly inexperienced Walpole lineup. their first tally in the win column. team has been veteran varsity player Walpole looks to improve their 3-1 After halftime, Nadeau scored her On April 8, the Rebels won a ma- Molly Lanahan. This season, Lana- record againast against Carey division first varsity goal followed by Lana- jority of the ball possession on draws han has taken on an impressive role rival Brookline on April 15 and out- han’s third goal, making the score and secured a solid victory over New- as a midfielder for the Varsity team: of-league foe Mansfield on April 16.