The Vision Windsor High School February 2008 Volume 10, Issue 4 Prom plans are Increase in tardies prompts Art club sponsors underway as a celebration of date quickly administrators to consider art and literature approaches harsher consequences by: T.J. Gibbar by: Tiffany Maness staff writer staff writer “Get out and socialize,” said Ms. As prom quickly approaches, Laura Ward, art teacher. The art club plans are in full swing for the big will be sponsoring a book fair, but it’s event. Girls are already looking for not just any book fair. At the book dresses and dates are being made. The fair, there will be a variety of offer- prom committee is also busy making ings. The book fair will be held at the arrangements. The Happily Ever Barnes and Noble in Fenton by Gra- After themed prom will be held on vois Bluff on Feb. 21-23. April 19 at Windows Off Washing- The book fair is one of the many ton in downtown St. Louis. Dinner fundraisers to support the art club’s will consist of chicken with a twice upcoming trip to Europe. The art baked potato and tortellini. Despite club will receive 10 percent of all of successful fundraising by the junior the sales made by students, friends class, ticket prices will remain $50. and families of Windsor. This will The extra money will go toward mak- also be one of the National Honor ing a better prom. Will it be worth the Society’s community service events. money? According to Junior Alyssa The book fair will have many Howe, class president, it will be. other things to offer. They will be “The location is gorgeous, said selling coffee and Cheesecake Fac- Howe. “I am so excited.” tory cheesecake. Entertainment will Originally prom was scheduled include a variety of music and read- to be held at The Falls in Colum- ings from the Poetry Out Loud win- bia, Il. in May but they were booked. ners. Last year the prom was held at the Ward and her students have Crowne-Plaza Hotel, which many worked very hard on this event and felt was too far away. hope to raise a great amount deal of money. “It is very important to both me and my students that this is suc- Help wanted: Photo by Dani Eichholz by: Curtis Morrow cessful,” said Ward. Operation grad- Business Editor Tardiness to class has been a disruption at school for many years. However, this year has uation in need been particularly worse than in previous years. Several reasons have been thrown out there why Winter wonder- of support students are late. Sophomore Ron Breakfield said, “I think we should have seven to 10 minutes in between classes. There isn’t enough time for anything.” land is not so by: Brian Ide One reason students were arriving late to wondeful staff writer class was because of the snack machines in the commons. If a line formed for one of the Operation graduation is a senior vending machines, students would simply stand I have noticed after all parent tradition. They host a party in line and be late to class. Unfortunately for for everyone in the graduating class hungry and thirsty students, the only solution to a sharp increase by: Brittany Shoemaker immediately after the graduation cer- that problem was to turn off the snack ma- staff writer emony. This way graduates won’t be chines. in tardies of the five- tempted to do other dangerous things With excessive tardiness and absences oc- Freezing temperatures and a tor- on graduation night. Carla Ide, presi- curring this year, discussions about a new policy to-fifteen-minutes-late rential downpour of snow, untainted dent of operation graduation, said, have begun. One proposed plan was called a by the presence of humans: that may “Our objective as parents is to host “lock-down,” in which the teachers lock their variety. These be the perfect formula for a winter a safe environment for seniors and doors at the bell. From there, all students in the “ wonderland, but not when it comes tardies are extremely their guests.” halls without a pass would be taken to the office to a winter dance. Fundraising has been difficult and written up. Senior Nicole Coriano said, “I disruptive to class. Windsor’s annual mid-year dance, this year. The initial goal was to raise don’t think there is any need for the ‘sweep the the winter wonderland dance, was $15,000, which they have fallen sig- halls’ policy. If you’re late, you pay the conse- officially cancelled due to a sudden nificantly short of. Operation gradu- quence. We don’t need a babysitter.” –Mrs. Jennifer Klingeman snowstorm, although it would have ation is in desperate need of support Faculty members have also commented on more than likely have been cancelled from other senior parents. Ide said, the new policy. Mrs. Jennifer Klingeman, social due to low ticket sales. It appears that “We need many more volunteers, and studies teacher, said, “I am all for a more strict tardy policy. As many of my students would every year less people are more will- any kind of donation--be it money or attest, I am a fairly understanding teacher; however, I have noticed a sharp increase in tardies of ing to attend the winter dance. prizes--would be greatly appreciated the five-to-15-minutes-late variety. These tardies are extremely disruptive to class. Hopefully, Senior Eric Gerecke said, “I as well.” students will get moving this semester, and we won’t have to worry about the policy.” didn’t really like the theme, and I Every Wednesday morning, se- If the tardiness is indeed reduced and attendance goes on the rise, seniors will be rewarded. have never been one for dances, so niors will be selling hot cocoa in the The privileges that were voted on include special days on April 8-10, which are MAP testing I would rather stay home and watch commons to raise money for op- days for sophomores and juniors. Seniors would be able to do one of the following: a com- Dragonball Z.” eration graduation. Other upcom- munity service day, a zoo visit, a guest speaker assembly, a day of college visiting,” a career day, a The pep assembly that was to ing fundraising events are Night at half of the day skating, or a half of the day bowling. take place Friday was rescheduled for the Races on March 1 (adults only), Several incentives for improving the attendance and tardiness problems were also voted on. Feb 8; however, the winter wonder- Dodge Ball Tournament on March The incentives and special days during MAP testing have not yet been determined. land dance will not be rescheduled. 11, and Trivia Night on March 29. For all of those students freaking out about a new policy, Assistant principal Mike Ricker- When the dance was closely ap- If you are interested in support- mann said, “As long as there is consistent improvement we will stick with our current policy.” proaching with only a few days left ing operation graduation, please call ticket sales were less than ten. (636) 464-8307.

[email protected] Please recycle February 2008 InDepth [email protected] 2 The Vision-issue 4 Student aides assist teachers in many ways said Junior Stephone Allen, office by: Mike Ziegler aide. “Other students wouldn’t like Photo Editor the thought. I know if I got an F, I wouldn’t want other people knowing Many teachers will agree that stu- about it.” dent aides are helpful, and students “We don’t do it [grade home- will take any excuse to get out of a work], but I don’t see a problem with class. “I love it, said Mr. Mike Kraatz, it” said Senior Charleyna Cammarata metals teacher. “I only pick the kids I who aides for Mr. Rycken Suydam, like anyway.” math teacher. Although the main reason many Jobs range from grading papers, students like aiding is to get out of taking attendance, getting the mail, class and get a break, teachers still put and helping other students. Being an them to work. “My kids will do my aide is a privilege. Generally students attendance, do research for me and who mess around will not be chosen run errands,” said Mrs. Katie Mueller, to be an aide. English teacher. “It’s more common with juniors One issue that does come up and seniors, and it is a privilege, ” said with students aiding though is if it is Mueller. “As long as teachers put them yCharlayna Commarata aides for Mr. Suy- an invasion of privacy for students to grade things like homework or tests. to work, it can be very useful for the dam while helping her younger brother “They shouldn’t be able to do ones who want to help rather than -Photo by Mike Ziegler it unless teachers are ok with it,” take study hall, ” said Kraatz.

High School Musical 3: Thouroughly Speech team scores big Modern Millie qualifying 4 students for districts Junior April Hampe ends up falling in love with some- and March 1 and 2. Tickets will be by: Adam Harju received a third place medal in by: Mandy Vandiver one else. Cast members have been six dollars for students and seven editor-in-chief original oratory. Sophomore practicing since the beginning of dollars for anyone else interested. staff writer Tyler Bean won a second place January, and are working hard to Every year the school musical at- On Jan. 17, the Windsor medal for his performance in Thoroughly Modern Millie is prepare for a great show. Members tracts many community members Speech Team had a spectacular radio speaking. Senior Lau- coming to Windsor. The story is of the tech crew have been a phe- and receives great praise. Be sure performance at the Missouri East ren Homeier and Junior Ben a comedy about a farm girl who nomenal help by painting and con- to purchase a ticket to support your Speech Association Finals. This Niewoehner won a first place heads to New York City to find a structing the sets, as well as working fellow students and take part in this contest involved nine different medal in duet acting. job and marry her successful boss; on props, sound, and lights. Per- thoroughly modern musical. schools competing for a spot in “Finals went awesome however, turmoil strikes when she formances will be held Feb. 28, 29 the MSHSAA District Speech this year for the whole team,” Contest on March 1, 2008 to be said Homeier. “Considering I’m A Thouroughly modern held at Southeast Missouri State graduating, winning first was University. definitely a good way to end the Musical cast competition.”

Name: Tim Ford Name: Rachel Honz Name: Kala Zurbriggen Name: Maggie Willis Name: Ben Niewoehner

Character: Mr. Trevor Graydon Character: Millie Dillmount Character: Miss Dorothy Brown Character: Muzzy Van Hossmere Character: Jimmy Smith

Character Description: “Mr. Gray- Character Description: “Millie’s a Character Description: “Old- fash- Character Description: “A famous Character Description: “Outgoing, don is the boss at Sincere Trust Kansas girl who comes to New ion, conservative, and ignorant, singer that ends up being friends hardworking (New York) city guy, Company in NYC. Millie loves York City with big dreams and a yet rich.” with Millie Dillmount.” who enjoys his uninterrupted day him, he loves Miss Dorothy, big heart. In one word, she has to day life…that is until Millie and Miss Dorothy loves Ching MOXIE.” Favorite Thoroughly Modern Millie Favorite Thoroughly Modern Millie drops by.” Ho. It’s a big love triangle.” song: “Living Like the Other song: “As Long as I’m Here with Favorite Thoroughly Modern Millie Half ” You” Favorite Thoroughly Modern Millie Favorite Thoroughly Modern Millie song: “Not for the Life of Me” song: “What do I need with Love” song: “Speed Test” Best thing about being in a school pro- Best thing about being in a school Best thing about being in a school duction: “I have the opportunity production: “It is a really fun Best thing about being in a school pro- Best thing about being in a school production: “Working hard and to pretend I’m something I’m time hanging out and singing or duction: “Working with friends on production: “Showing other stu- having fun with all my friends in not and have a blast doing it. I working really hard for the great something we all love doing.” dents what we can do.” the cast and crew.” also get to know people better” performances in the end.”

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What Grinds What’s the deal with... “A girl should be My Gears two things: classy High School Drama? and fabulous.” -Coco Channel is supposedly a favorite, or when you’re trying to get that raise, someone will surely backstab someone else. You’re “A word to the always going to face competition in life that leads to jeal- by: Liz Oliver wise ain’t nec- opinion writer ousy and harsh judgment toward you. essary - it’s the So in life, you’re going to need to learn how to over- stupid ones that come untrue words about you. You’re never going to Have you ever wondered what’s the deal with the need the advice.” get away from drama unless you plan on totally isolating whole high school drama issue? Why girls talk behind -Bill Cosby yourself after high school. You must learn to hold your each other’s back or why guys think that no matter what head high and be stronger than the jealously stricken it is there better than the next guy. Do you ever wonder person who is trying to bring you down. How do you do by: Greg Marks why people cover up their insecurities by making issues this, you may wonder? Find what’s important to you, and opinions editor with other people? Teasing, bullying and rumors are all then focus on improving your weaknesses. Once you’ve inspired out of jealousy and insecurities. learned what makes you happy you can become a much Do you remember the wonderful, delectable, Have you said, “I can’t wait to get out of high stronger person. When you’re happy with yourself, harsh amazingly awesome treat known as Jell-O? Maybe you school and get away from all this drama?” Well the truth words and brash feelings cant get to you. When people still even eat it to this day, I’m not going to judge you. is those things don’t end. As long as you’re in contact realize that they can’t get to you, you’ll find that life is a But when you hear that you are getting Jell-O, what do with people, you’ll face the same drama type issues lot more rewarding and a lot happier! Your feeling and you think of? Blue Jell-O? Maybe even red or orange? throughout your entire life. When your competing for decisions toward things will get easier. So toughen up You get all excited just thinking about partaking in the that “A” in college, there will always be a pretty girl who consumption of the squiggly little stuff known as Jell-O. and don’t let the haters bring you down. What grinds my gears about this whole situation; how- ever, is if I’m going to eat Jell-O, but the only type of Jell-O available at the time is green Jell-O. I hate green Jell-O! You have to agree with me on this one; green Jell-O is by far the worst type of Jell-O ever made. In The Beat Down! fact, the person that made up green Jell-O should be punished. He should be thrown in jail and forced to eat nothing but green Jell-O for the rest of his life, if he’s An opinion battle between two still alive, that is. Honestly, what is green Jell-O? Is it sup- who think they know everything posed to be apple? Or maybe it’s lime? I don’t know, all I can taste is green, and if you didn’t know, green never about, well, everything. tastes good. Give me some blue or red Jell-O, or even some orange, and I’ll be happy. But if all you have is green Jell-O, don’t even bother. Please don’t even try to insult me by thinking that I would eat that garbage. The only thing that can possible engender more hate than by: Tori Sanders by: Greg Marks green Jell-O, however, is cold weather. co-editor-in-chief opinions editor I have recently come to realize that cold weather really grinds my gears. I am sick and tired of the cold. I I guess she’s use to think hot weather grinded my gears, but I think I Having such a good Jamie Lynn influence for an older taking lessons have come to the realization that in reality, it’s just Mis- from her sister. souri weather. I hate the fact that in January it will be sister seems to have Spears warm enough to go outside and jog one day, (if I did had an effect. that kind of thing) but the next, it’s 15 degrees with a negative 15 degree wind-chill. It’s impossible to know An awesome what to wear in Missouri; even weather forecasters don’t Of course I like Val- exscuse to get entine’s Day, I have know what’s going on. They just have to guess at what Valentines Day presents from my the temperature should be around this time of the year, a boyfriend. If I was girlfriend. and go from there. single, I would hate it. Another thing I hate about cold weather is how it dries out my skin. When it gets cold outside, I get se- verely dry skin. And the fact that I’m a guy just means I After Superbad, Ellen Page is prob- won’t remember to put lotion on and all that nonsense. anything less from ably the coolest girl I really do hate cold weather. It makes going outside so Michael Cera is a ever. Not to mention Juno unpleasant. Why couldn’t my parents have just moved disapointment. to somewhere like San Diego where it’s 75 degrees and the soundtrack was sunny 95 percent of the year? That would be awesome. pretty rad. Instead in a single year here in good ol’ Missouri we can America just isn’t experience temperatures ranging from negative 10 to 110 Anything close ready for a fe- degrees. It needs to just be fall all year around. Beautiful to Bill Clinton in leaves everywhere, comfortable temperatures, and being male president office is good able to just go outside and take a walk with that special Hilary Clinton yet, especially not someone. If only the world was perfect. with me. this one.

The Vision Staff The Vision is produced 7 times per school year by Co-Editors-in-Chief Staff Writers the newspaper class of Windsor High School, 6208 Adam Harju Drew Bruning Hwy. 61-67, Imperial, MO 63052. The Vision strives Tori Sanders Brian Ide to inform and entertain students, staff, and commu- News Editor Sean Marshall Mandy Vandiver Andy Repple nity members and to uphold professional standards Meghan Schapp Opinions Editor of accuracy and fairness. Unsigned editorials repre- Liz Oliver sent the majority opinion of The Vision editors, not Greg Marks Tiffany Maness Features Editor Brittany Shoemaker necessarily the school or district. Signed editorials Amanda Jacobs T.J. Gibbar represent the writer's opinion. Sports Editor Curtis Morrow T.J. Lindner The Vision welcomes and encourages letters to the Sam Schaefer Spencer Riggs Photo Editor Jennifer Tremmel editors. Signed letters of 250 words or fewer should Mike Ziegler be brought to Room 118 or emailed to thevision@ Entertainment Editor Adviser windsor.k12.mo.us. The Vision reserves the right to Luke Parham Christy Hueter edit as long as the intent remains unchanged. February 2008 OurVoice [email protected] 4 The Vision-issue 4

The real reason people hate Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day to people is either a signifi- cant holiday for love and romance, or it is just another day. Many regard Valentine’s Day as a useless Hallmark holiday that is just there to

Editorial benefit the holiday card and candy companies. Others just seem to dread the day and every- thing it stands for. The obvious reason for the dislike of this holiday is the lack of a significant other. Those who do not have a boyfriend or girlfriend often view this day as meaningless and another reminder of their loneliness. For these people, it is hard to escape the constant reminders of Valentine’s Day with every store advertising By: Smon Jiff their seasonal gifts. It can be hard to watch oth- ers receive nice gifts when they know that they will not be receiving anything. Which leads into the constant commercialism because people ei- Love Line ther do not want to be left out, or they feel the All of your relationship questions answered by Dr. Drew Bruning need to buy things for their special someone. It doesn’t matter what store it is, they carry Q: How do I get my significant other to take more these may seem either ridiculous or logical in a round about way. some form of Valentine’s paraphernalia. It can interest in me? One way is to taper the time you spend with your range from a gas station to Walgreens. Soon Well first you have to do something extremely ex- soon-to-be ex. Another would be to reestablish your treme. Examples of this include slaying a dragon, connection with friends and family. The reason be- stores like Lowe’s and Home Depot will carry freeing China, abolishing NAFTA, and even winning hind this method would be that after you are in a rela- all of your Valentine’s needs as well. the Iron Chef. tionship with someone, then your dynamic with others With stores being loaded with gifts, it can However to be slightly more realistic you should changes. A good way is to look at ties that bind and probably listen to this bit of advice; play hard to get! reaffirm them. still be rather inconvenient for people to spend I didn’t know this but apparently, so I hear, the more Another way that is kind of strange is tell them you $10 for a card and to go out of the way to distant and aloof you seem, the more likely the oppos- plan on breaking up with them in the near future and purchase something that is less meaningful than ing team is to seek you out. I have never tried this, you will both kind of back off. I have never seen this but I have heard it works from several reliable sources happen but I can imagine it. Think about it. Thought something that comes from the heart. such as the Jefferson County Sheriff ’s Department, ev- about it? Make sense. I hope so because it still doesn’t Even people who are in a relationship ery single dating advice site, and of course my dog. If to me. those aren’t solid sources, I don’t know what is. sometimes tend to not like Valentine’s Day as Ways to seem distant are to haze the opposite party. Q: My parents/friends do not like my significant well. The message of love is still eminent, but The terrible and outdated theory behind this is that if other! What should I do? they weather the storm, then they are worthy. Look- sometimes people just don’t want what the ing back on that, perhaps you should just completely Well that sucks. There could be a couple of reasons corporations are selling. Cards, flowers, and ignore this whole thing. Next! for this. The first reason is that the person you are dat- ing is, for lack of a better word, mean. Do you often candy are the main three gifts that “have” to be Q: How do I know when it’s time to break up/how find yourself defending the non-sensical things your bought. These items can be purchased any day partner does? That could be why. Please go home and of the year, but for some reason everyone is do I break up with my boyfriend? re-evaluate your relationship. How will you know when to break up? Simple. Another reason is that they have some sort of his- compelled to buy them on Feb 14. Actually, not really. There are many variables that go tory together. If this is so then maybe it wasn’t the The message of love should be given any into every relationship, and if they don’t equal out to brightest idea in the first place to get into this relation- time. It is not too much to make a card or buy a happy life, then it may be time to get out. Love con- ship. Trust me. From prior experience this can end quers all? No, it doesn’t. badly. Get out and move on. Make sure no one gets someone flowers just for no reason. It’s nice If your significant other is abusive, smelly, mean hurt. to receive tokens of love on Valentine’s Day, spirited and cynical, overly active, cheating on you, One more thing is this. If there are no validity in but just remember to express love other times and/or clinically insane, then I would suggest looking either of these claims, then do as follows; have you elsewhere. significant other go openly to the other party. Have instead of waiting for the one time of the year How do I break up or what are some proper break him/her talk it out with the other side. If neither of that doesn’t really matter. up mannerisms? This one had me. I am a big loser them can do this then obviously they don’t care about and pretty much every time I get into a relationship, I your well being or more importantly, obeying your am the one who is cut from the squad. So on my part commands. Give it all a shot! In Your Face “In a hammock with “I sleep in the dark “I can have a con- “I sleep in the dark “I sleep with all the “I sleep for about

the light and T.V. on with the door locked versation in my sleep with my T.V on.” lights off. Before I five hours. Before I

How and the door open. and just my fan on. with anyone.” go to bed, I watch go to bed, I brush “ Before I go to bed, Before bed I take a T.V and its on sleep my teeth and check “Do You I have to brush my shower, brush my timer just in case I fall my email.” teeth and turn on my teeth and put lotion asleep while watch- Sleep? light.” on.” ing it.” Mr. Michael Garcia, Brett Cammarata ‘10 Amber Pind ‘12 Myers Wann ‘11 Nick Molly ‘12 Carleigh Cline ‘09 history teacher February 2008 HighLights [email protected] 5 The Vision-issue 4 Winter pep assembly packs a punch

by: Liz Oliver opinion writer

Windsor’s winter assembly hasn’t been having the best of luck these past two years. With this year’s Friday school cancella- tion many kids were wondering if the assembly was completely canceled too. Luckily, Dr. Jackson felt that a winter assembly was too important to cancel and quickly found a date to reschedule. The assembly went on just as it had been planned before, starting off with a dance competition won by Senior Jane Dierker. All the winter sports teams were announced The dancers and cheerleaders also performed new routines. The annual guy/girl dance was funny, and as always, it was exciting to see the guys bust a move. Senior Andrew Buss said, “This was my first time doing the guy/girl dance. It was a blast; I served everybody else out Above Senior Hannah there.” Suire has hosted all A surprise in the assembly the assemblies for the was Senior Luke Parham, taking past two years. She is the victory in the ice cream eat- now passing the torch ing contest. “I’m pretty much to Sophomore Victoria a beast machine at eating ice Casey. cream. I may look small but I can pack it in,” said Parham. Senior Hannah Suire, the senior MC, retired her announcing duties and passed the mic down to Sophomore Victoria Casey. Everyone seemed to have a great time at the assembly, which makes it easy to say no one was wishing they were in their seventh hour.

Left Senior Luke Parham basks in the glory after winning the ice cream eating contest for the seniors. “I may look small, but I can pack it in.”

ABOVE Senior Andrew Buss and Senior Chris Braun display their dance moves during the guy-girl dance routine at the winter pep assembly. Braun is a regular to this event, but it was Buss’ first time. “I had a blast dancing, and I served everyone else Left The trumpet line rallies the Above The Varsity out there.” audience at the beginning Cheerleaders build a wolf of the assembly and set the wall, a difficult maneuver, tone for the rest of assembly. commonly mistaken as a normal pyramid.

Photos by Amanda Jacobs February 2008 HighLights [email protected] 6 The Vision-issue 4 A complete outlook on Valentine’s Day from both a guy and a girl’s Stupid Cupid perspective. See if your opinion matches up with ours. “You buy flowers, you take her out to dinner, what else are by: Drew Bruningl you supposed to do?” staff writer ALAN BEVELL ‘08

Valentine’s Day is not productive to many a man’s self-esteem. All this holiday, be it “Hallmark” or not, serves to do is make us feel bad about ourself. It is so not the the year, it hurts. “I like Valentine’s Day because I like going on cute little best day of CAITLIN SACK ‘08 First of all, it is too much work for absolutely no pay off! Do people really dates with Kody.” their year to tell their significant other that they do indeed care? Let need a day out of there is really a need for this holiday, then strike me dead. Well I’m me tell you this; if “It’s a great chance to show your appreciation for your is the chocolate industry. still here. - better half.” TYLER HERREL ‘10 Another factoid that people should be aware of all holidays! These evil moguls put children to work in unsafe conditions and pay them poverty wag es. Who supports this? I say don’t any moresupport ways chocolate to skirt aroundon this mostthe issue. vile of I amI weren’t just a bitterso “Valentine’s day is a reason for guys to express their I can’t really think of epic proportions love for their loved ones, but not for girls to do the single guy. You see I like to just wallow in my own self-pity. I suppose if same... it’s sexist.” alone, it would be better. It is like a heptahexacontadictanonaliagon of AARON FLADER ‘08 weighing down on my ego. girl he was out I suppose, though, that an ideal Valentine’s Day for a guy wouldn’t be too fancy. The guy would pretty much just tailor what he would do to the type of with. If she were a hopeless romantic, then a guy it sensedwould beshe a wouldtextbook settle date for with something all the less “I like Valentine’s day except for the part when you stops pulled out. On the other hand, if have to buy the guy a gift because all the gifts are way he would, in all likelihood, keep it simple. too girly. But I do like getting gifts! CARISSA SANDLIN ‘09 You may think that this is a cynical view and some may deny it, but in all reality, it is true. Every male I know would gladly settle for anything they feel they could get away with. I really do not even have the slightest clue as to put it any simpler. “this girl better not cost me a lot of “honey i completely forgot; “i’ll just ask her a boy’s thoughts... money.” i will make it up to you.” best friend what to get her.” the beginning of a relationship November 10 December 10 December 15

a girl’s thoughts... “maybe i’ll finally “we have been together an entire “i’m glad i got his have a Valentine!” month, i wonder if i’m in love? christmas present weeks ago.”

teenage couples throw the phrase “I love by: Amanda Jacobsl not take it that lightly. I know a lot of features editor you” around like it means “Hello,” but as you age, I think that stops. Relationships the it’s meant to be, it will happen on it’s own. You can’t force are a big deal, but if it. And a bad Valentine’s Day is not a bad omen, you are not doomed. Being in a To the average teenage girl the perfect Valentine’s beautiful red Day roses would in her consist car on of her way her and her perfect relationship with the perfect mate would be dull. Girl, and guys the same, following: finding a surprise bouquet of adorable pictures of want creativity, originality, and spontaneity. Notchocolates, a cliche and Valentine’s dinner and Day a withmovie. a to school, opening her locker to find an array of - their relation dozen red roses, and a heart shaped box of boyfriend hanging inside with a homemade Valentine, and being led to a romantic date by a scavenger hunt that retraces the most precious moments of ship. Or at least that is what guys tend to think we dream about, even though they- “I just met someone new, so it’s going to be our first still do not do it. In all honesty, not all girls expect something quite course,that elaborate. we are This holiday is not supposed to be stressful. Girls don’t want their boy Valentine’s Day together. I’m hoping we will really get friend fretting over the perfect gift. No matter what you girls get would us, of like something to connect on that night. Maybe even have our first going to like it as long as it is from the heart. A lot of kiss.” HOLLY TEVLIN ‘08 simple more than anything. Like for instance, a homemade dinner and dessert, and after watching a movie together cuddling on the couch. All it takes is a trip to the grocery store, and a little time in the kitchen. After a night like that, a girl will be “Valentine’sPrecision Day isDental fun Syringe being around friends, I’m single, hooked. mde/1-17-08/Combo Television and movies make girls seem so fickle about love. Most girls do and I’ve never had a Valentine before so it’s not a big deal.” ELIZABETH MILLS ‘11

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Instead of going the easy route and girlfriend having flowers delivered, give her an Personalized M&Ms are a lot more This is also another way to be creative A bracelet filled with charms that empty pot with soil and seeds so she original than the commonly given heart and show you admiration. Make a book of remind you of her is a great gift for a can plant them herself. And they will shaped box of chocolates. And every your relationship and leave empty pages long relationship. And you can always live longer too! girl loves chocolate. for what’s to come. add more too it in the future.

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boyfriend A homeade valentine will show how personalized gift for a couple that has A video game is a great way to show you much you care, and since you are in Two tickets to his favorite band’s con- been dating for a long time. You can know what he is interested in. And with a new relationship it doesn’t cost too cert will be a good gift, and he can even put your phone number and ad- guitar hero you can rock out together. much. Just be creative. have a boys night with his best friend. dress in case he gets lost. “a teddy bear, “i didn’t know she was “i’m pretty nervous and i can’t believe i chocolates, roses.. going to take this day so really have to meet her whole family.” what else could a girl want?” seriously, i feel bad.”

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“it’s our first holiday as a “we get to start a “i am going to get him the concert “i’m so nervous what if couple. i can’t wait for new year together!” tickets he really wants and take him he doesn’t like what i him to meet my family!” as a surprise.” bought him?”

FUN and FEBRUARY 14 ORIGINAL is it just another day to you? ways to date this by: Mandy Vandiverel by: Brittany Shoemakerel staff writer staff writer Valentine’s Day

So you’re single for Valentine’s Day. The biggest day of the year for flowers, kisses, hearts, and love. Feeling a little left Every teenager has those moments where you just want to be a out? Well don’t worry, there are plenty of other single people out kid again. For a night filled with fun and adventure, take a trip to the City there just like you wondering what to do on this day so specific to Museum. The City Museum is a great way for a couple to do something couples. Maybe you are a little antagonistic towards this “Hall- new. It’s open until 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. This gives you a mark holiday” and just want it to be over. One option, of course, chance climb through the obstacles, get a taste of your artistic side, and en- is to lock yourself in your room and ignore the mushy love songs joy each other’s company with all of the gorgeous lights. The “night life” and kissing couples until the fifteenth rolls around. However, at the City Museum is incredible and you truly will never forget it. maybe, just maybe, you want to do better. Have you ever wanted to try something new? Try going to the Valentine’s Day isn’t all about having a boyfriend or sushi bar or an Indian restaurant to experience a new culture. One of girlfriend, it’s about showing your affection to those you care the closest restaurants is the Indian Rosa, in downtown St. Louis. You about. Remember how much fun you had in elementary school and your date will receive more than just a meal. Some Indian restaurants decorating hearts and giving them to all your friends? Get out have you sitting on the floor surrounded by pillows and very close to the the craft supplies and surprise your friends with a treat. They will ground. I’m sure you would be laughing the night away, with some spec- love that you thought of them and made something from scratch. tacular company. Make your family a pancake breakfast so they can start the day Do you ever stare up at the sky at night and wonder what those off right. Nothing says “I love you” like a homeade meal. Buy stars truly mean? At the Science Center and planetarium, you can learn all your mom a bouquet of flowers. Put them in a vase, and set about the stars and much more. At the Science Center, you can g to the them out where she will see them throughout the day. It’s the IMAX theatre, explore the rooms full of different things to do with the perfect way to brighten up her day. body, discover illusions, and lie down on a mat and take look at the stars Once you have spread the love, plan some acitivities for above. All in all, the Science Center is a great experience for anyone to your own entertainment. Grab a box of candy hearts (the ones have. that say messages like “Be Mine” and “Kiss Me”) and pass them Finally, make sure that you and your date’s experience is something out to people at school. I’m sure the looks you get will be worth unique. The date you go on will surely be different than any other date you the 99 cents or so you spend. Buy the really expensive chocolates have ever been on. Now your only problem is finding a date that will want that you would normally give as a gift and eat them yourself. Pre- to enjoy this experience with you. No matter how long you have been pare your favorite dish for dinner, light some candles, and put on together, or if it is just the beginning of a relationship these dates will help some mood music. It has all the benefits of a fancy meal with- you grow closer. out the cost. Whatever you decide to do, make the best of your Valentine’s Day, because life’s too short to be bitter. February 2008 AfterHours [email protected] 8 The Vision-issue 4 The Best Of

Restaurant: Console: X-Box Buffalo Wild Wings 360 Elite Best Computer:20 New07 Hairstyle: Music Macbook Air The Scene Kid Rap/Hip-Hop- Rihanna Folk-Iron and Wine Makeup: Bare Indie- Shiny Toy Minerals Guns Video Game: Craziest Celebrity: Call of Duty 4 Cello Metal- Tom Cruise Women’s Apocolyptica Fragrance: Juicy Couture Punk-Bad Religion Store: H&M Emo-Angels & Airwaves Techno/Electronica- Book: Blaqk Audio Harry Country-Kenny Potter Actor: Seth Rogen and the Chesney Deathly Pop- Hollows Justin Timberlake Hardcore- New Show: Psyopus Chuck Metal-Dethklok on NBC Breakup: Britney Spears & Alternative- Saosin Kevin Federline MP3 player: Dance-Cascada iPod Touch Progressive Metal- Kamelot Movies Horror- 28 Weeks Actress: Best Celebrity Moment: Later Abigail Breslin Spears’ Shaving Romance- Because Best Fast Food: I Said So Jack-in-the-Box Drama-I am Legend Comedy-Superbad

Car: 2008 Honda Accord Action-Live Free or Die Hard Musical- Hairspray Animated (Kid’s)- Cell Phone: Ratatouille Magazine: Blender Best Concert: Incubus Helio Ocean February 2008 AfterHours [email protected] 9 The Vision-issue 4 Faculty vs. Student REVIEW Top Fives: Cloverfield Favorite Books MODERN DAY MONSTERS icture The Blair Witch Project meets Godzilla but it serves its pur- actually exciting. On the surface, Cloverfield pose to provide is a visually stunning film with expert special a unique view on effects, and a different camera style that has a terrifying mo- P rarely been used. When you look further into ment. This mov- this movie, it is a great achievement in American film- ie would look the making. same if it were The Blair Witch Project was a pioneer in shaky told through a cam, a camera technique intended to make the film look general or mili- like amateur camera footage, which is used in Cloverfield. tary prospective. This technique proved to have disastrous results in the Shaky cam al- past, but it worked perfectly to create a unique feeling. lows you to get It still can cause motion sickness, however. inside the char- Mr. Brooks, Technology Junior Kady Dawson Cloverfield starts out with a surprise party for Rob- acters emotions Instructional Specialist ert Hawkins. The camera style is introduced once Rob’s instead. It is best friend, Hudson “Hud” Platt, gets behind the cam- hard to tell what 1. Failure Is NOT an 1. The Harry Potter series by era to videotape the night. The beginning introduces the creature at Option by Alan Blankstein J.K. Rowling all of the characters and their relations including a love first because interest. It also serves to build up a familiarity with the they only allow 2. Whatever It Takes: How PLC’s 2. Twilight by Stephanie characters along with a sense of safeness. brief glimpses at the monster. Respond When Kids Don’t Learn Meyer Confusion and fear strikes the guests once they Even when everything is out in the open, there by Richard DuFour experience an “earthquake.” At this point you realize are still parts in the plot that are never answered. There 3. New Moon by Stephanie that you are actually watching a monster movie. From are subtle references throughout Cloverfield that can be 3. Band of Brothers by Stephen Meyer this moment on it is sheer excitement and you will be pieced together to get the jest of the origin of the crea- Ambrose on the edge of your seat. There are moments of lapse ture. For the average moviegoer, the vagueness can 4. Eclipse by Stephanie Meyer where the characters continue to develop and the hor- leave the audience confused and irritated, but if you 4. The Tao of Jeet Kune Do by ror elements come out. These being the fear and sur- take time to reflect on the uniqueness of this film it Bruce Lee 5. Dark by Christine Feehan vival that is commonly associated with horror movies. will be a memorable movie that you will talk about for There is some confusion throughout the movie. months to come. 5. World of Warcraft Master The camera can cause some ambiguity at moments, but --Adam Guide, 2nd Ed by BradyGames Wii PREVIEW Super Smash Bros: Brawl >STYLE 4-Player Arcade Style Fighter>PUBLISHER Nintendo>RELEASE March 9>ESRB T New Releases DEATH AND DESTRUCTION o you’ve got your Wii and all you really Pokemon trainer is the most interesting of the new February 2008 want is a truly spectacular game to throw characters. Instead of actually playing as the trainer Games: in that futuristic slit of a disc vacuum the himself, you can choose from Squirtle, Ivysaur, and Wii uses. But what is there really to choose Charizard, opening a whole slew of possibilities Zoo Tycoon 2 (DS) Feb 4 S from? By now you’ve surely beaten or in play strategy. On top of all the new characters Sins of a Solar Empire (PC) Feb 4 gotten bored of the actual games like Zelda, Mario there are tons of new items to toss around. The Devil May Cry 4 (Xbox 360, PS3) Feb 5 Galaxy, WarioWare, that have come out and you’re Sticky Bomb is, well, self explanatory, as is the Ba- going to need to move on. Looks like this months nana Peel. But they all look like they’ll be a ton of Go Diego Go! (PS2, Wii) Feb 11 all-stars are going to be Go Diego Go, and Pimp fun to use against your best friends in epic battle. Dark Messiah of Might and Magic Feb 12 My Ride. Wait a second, what happened to Super With all this new stuff, along with over twenty new Smash Bros Brawl? Well there’s some bad news, stages some of which are returning from the first Lost Odyssey (Xbox 360) Feb 12 it’s been delayed…again. Not to worry though, it to entries in the series, it seems like they’re using My Horse and Me (PC) Feb 12 may just be worth the wait with all the additions all their extra time wisely, stuffing every extra thing MX Vs. ATV Untamed (Wii) Feb 18 Nintendo has been making to the features and line- they can think of into this new package. The only up. The most widely anticipated add-ons are, of problem is that you’re going to have to wait until Fifa Street 3 (Xbox 360, DS, PS3) Feb 18 course, all the new characters that are joining the March to get your hands on it. party. The most exciting of which are Solid Snake, Sonic the Hedgehog, and the Pokemon trainer. The --Luke Music: Cat Power (Jukebox) Jan 22 REVIEW Vampire Weekend (Self-Titled) Jan 29 Two Gallants: Self-Titled Sheryl Crow (Detours) Feb 5 >GENRE Indie/Rock>RELEASE Sept 25>RECORD LABEL Saddle-Creek Jack Johnson Feb 5 TELLING TALES (Sleep Through the Static) wo Gallants is a two-man band from San him back. Francisco, California. This indie rock duo In this Michael Jackson Feb12 includes Adam Stephens (guitar, vocal, and album I of (Thriller--25th Anniversary Edition) harmonica) and Tyson Bogal (percussion course enjoyed Simple Plan (Self-Titled) Feb 12 T and supporting vocals). The two have been the story line. playing together since 2002. Their sound can be best I can’t tell you Lil’ Wayne (The Carter III) Feb 12 described as a mix of blues, folk, and country. One of how boring it is Raveonettes (Lust Lust Lust) Feb 19 their influences happens to be the delta blues legend for me to hear Romance- Because Robert Johnson, a man who has influenced other artists a chorus over Mountain Goats (Heretic Pride) Feb 19 like Eric Clapton. and over. Give I Said So Two Gallants is under the record label Saddle me something Creek. This is an independent label started by Conor to visualize, Movies: and Justin Oberst in 1993, they are known for their some substance. Stephen really is a poet; he gets his Fool’s Gold Feb 8 unique and often questionable style of recording. They pain—his emotion—out there. The plethora of sounds The Spiderwick Chronicles Feb 14 allowed Two Gallants to get comfortable, experiment, I mentioned before are quite pleasing to the ear. It is an and attain that sound they were looking for. The band interesting mix, all those genres being projected through Jumper Feb 14 has openly admitted to feeling more at ease live than in two main instruments. Think of it as complex yet sim- Definitely, Maybe Feb 14 a studio. ple. It’s an oxymoron, I know. What can one expect from this album? Stephen The downfall of this album, I have only listened to George Romero’s Diary of the Dead Feb15 says, “This record was a bit of a return to our begin- it maybe three times and it is already getting old. It’s Ste- Be Kind, Rewind Feb 22 nings.” The lyrics are skillfully done and tell a story. phens voice; you may like it initially, for its emotion and Vantage Point Feb 22 There are no real choruses in these songs, just the oc- uniqueness, but eventually can get annoying. I know this casional repeat of a line for emphasis. Stephen writes album is going back on the shelf for about two months City of Men Feb 29 mostly about women in his songs: cruel women, women before I listen to it again, and so the cycle goes. The Other Boleyn Girl Feb 29 he hates, women he loves, and women who don’t love --Brian February 2008 TakeDown [email protected] The Vision-issue 4 Steriods put many State in sight for Windsor wrestlers After slow start, Owls look to turn year around records in doubt

by: Adam Harju co-editor-in-chief

The hall of fame is a prestigious honor that is widely accepted among all sports. Most mainstream sports have a hall of fame reserved for the greatest athletes in their respective sports. Every sports fan can relate to some player in the hall of fame, rather it is because they played in a special era or they are hometown heroes. Due to recent developments in the world of base- ball, it seems that some of today’s greats may never receive this honor. Last December former senator George Mitchell unveiled an independent investigation of steroids and other perfor- mance enhancing drugs that circulated the baseball community. Current and former players both shared a spot in this report. Two Cardinal players that were included in this re- Junior Kyle Warren goes for a pin against Hillsboro at a duel at Windsor. port are former second baseman Fernando Vina and current outfielder Rick Ankiel. -Photo by Mike Ziegler Although the Mitchell report was a great step forward for the baseball communi- problem in wrestling for many years and now The Owls also have had some pleasant by: T.J. Lindner ty, it has presented several problems with the with restrictions on how much weight can be surprises from a few unexpected sources this players that are playing or have played in this sports writer lost it should do a lot to help. The rules may season from Sophomore Cody Hoyle, Senior steroid era. The baseball hall of fame has, be revised over the next few years in order to Timmy Herrel, and Senior Zach Portell, who on numerous occasions, discussed adding an When most people hear the word wres- fully achieve their goals. have helped out the Owls by proving them- asterisk to some current player records. tling, they think of high school boys and girls Even with new rules, the Windsor wrestling selves as part of the team with good personal The most recent case has been with starving themselves in order to lose large team has had no problem following them and records and duel winning wins. San Francisco’s heavy hitter, Barry Bonds. amounts of weight just to be able to wrestle has been able to come out with a very good The Owls also have a lot to look forward Bonds has the current records for most home people their size. But with the new state rules duel record of 6-2, in addition to many good to for next season and many others to follow runs in a career (762) and most home runs in that have come into effect this season, these personal records. With districts and then state with young group of Varsity wrestlers who a season (73). Bonds has been charged with large amounts of loss are no longer legal. The just around the corner, Windsor wrestlers are will be around for a few more seasons includ- the alleged use of steroids, and on Nov 15, new rules state that a wrestler must maintain trying to prepare themselves for their first ing Hoyle and Sophomore Brandon Thomas. 2007, Bonds was indicted on perjury and ob- at least 7 percent body fat and cannot lose match of districts so each person can achieve Along with these young varsity wrestlers, there struction of justice charges for his testimony more than 5 lbs in a week. “These rules are their goal of medaling in state. “My main goal are also a few good Junior Varsity wrestlers regarding the steroid use. very easy to follow and help keep your body for the rest of the season is to be able to medal that have shown a great deal of potential to in a healthy condition,” said Junior Timmy do well at the Varsity level. “Cody Hoyle and There were several questions that in state,” said Junior Kyle Warren. Waltenberger. - James Davis are going to be very good up- presented themselves from this case. Was it With the personal records of Walten berger, 39-2; Warren, 26-10; Lamar, 33-4, coming wrestlers to help out the team,” said really fair to take away the records of those Senior Joe Lamar’s feelings are somewhat which is going for his third time going to the Waltenberger. people who worked hard for those records different from Waltenberger’s. “The new state tournament; and the rest of the Varsity - that did not use illegal substances to increase rules don’t really matter because people will Everyone is working hard in hopes of sur wrestling team also doing well, the Owls have prising many people and placing at state. In their performance and numbers? When find ways around them. Great idea just too surprised many teams in the districts with good order to that, the Owls will have to continue to Bonds broke Hank Aaron’s career home run many flaws,” said Lamar. The rules have wins over some respectable opponents such work hard and do well in their few remaining record, he also broke a proud standing his- been needed for a long time, and could not tory. Records are meant to be broken, but have come too soon. Weight loss has been a as SLUH and Affton. meets before the state competition. they are not meant to be stolen. Bonds also broke former Cardinal great, Mark McGuire’s single season home Spring sports run record. Broke is the key word here be- Scarred: cause McGuire has also faced allegations ebhardt tryouts for steroid use. Even with McGuire’s wide Rachael G found success and numbers he has had trou- Cheerleading: ble making it into the baseball hall of fame. Year: Freshman In the recent 2007 hall of fame in- Feb 19 2:45 - learn basics duction, first time candidates Cal Ripken Jr. Sport: Softball Feb 21 2:45 - Review and Tony Gwynn easily passed the necessary Nicole King 75 percent of the votes required. This was The Story: Over Feb 22 2:30 - Tryout McGuire’s first time on the ballot, but he the summer she slid into was left high and dry with only 23.5 percent Track and Field: third base wrong and of the votes. Jose Canseco, another player Feb 25 - first practice with great numbers and steroids surrounding twisted her left ankle. his image, only received 1.1 percent of the votes. She finished out the rest Golf/Tennis/Girls’ soccer/ This shows that some of today’s The Surgery: Took bone out of the seaon and is now Baseball: greats that are still playing the game will of knee, and it was put into her have a tough time winning over the voters playing basketball. Feb 25 - tryouts and making it into the hall of fame. Pitcher ankle. She had two pins insert- Roger Clemens was included in the Mitch- The Injury: Torn cartilage ed and two months in a wheel ell report and has had considerable media exposure in regards to steroids. Clemens in left ankle chair and crutches. was a shoe in for the hall of fame with his phenomenal career that includes the second most career strike outs (4,672) and seven Cy Young awards for the best pitcher in the ma- jor leagues that year. Steroids are still on the minds of the voters and even a player of this caliber might not make it to Cooperstown any time soon. It’s hard to say what developments may take place in future steroid investiga- tions. Just don’t count on players that took steroids with hall of fame careers actually making it into the hall of fame. February 2008 TakeDown [email protected] The Vision-Issue 4 After slow start, Owls look to turn year around Winter X Games by: T.J. Gibbar soars to new sports writer If you solely judge a team by their re- heights in its cord, it may not seem that the Lady Owls Varsity basketball team was that successful. Then again talk to a player, and you will get 12th year a different explanation. The girls are put- ting forth their effort and time into getting by: Sean Marshall better, but that doesn’t always show in a re- sports writer cord. “There are some seasons that you look for achievable improvement, and this is one In January, 1996, the very first of those seasons,” said Ms. Cindi Hanna Extreme Sports competition was held in girls varsity basketball coach. Snow Summit Mountain Resort, Big Bear “We’re like sisters, sometimes we get Lake, and California from January 30-Fe- along, and other times not so well,” said buary 2. There were 25,000 people in at- Junior Nicole King. King is a captain for tendance, which broke the viewing record the Lady Owls, as well as one of the start- for all extreme sports. This event was ing five. King has always been the youngest later changed from Extreme Sports to the player on the varsity team, and it has been household name, Winter X Games. This difficult on her lately because of the bigger event consisted of different competitive responsibilities she has as a captain. sports including skiing, snowboarding, “I just expect to try my best, and the rest and ice-skating. will come,” said King. These athletes train year round just “It’s never too late for good things to to compete for those couple of days. The happen,” said Senior Meghan O’Sullivan. X games are truly a solo sport. You have The team is going through a rough season, no teammates there to help you. No one but it is a good thing that they have great Senior Fallon Heibel shoots after getting the offensive rebound. is going to help you win a medal except teammates to pick up one another. There -Photo by Mike Ziegler for you. The sports competitions in the X are only two seniors on the team, but you games are unlike any other sports played couldn’t ask for anyone better. O’Sullivan is Heibel has been on varsity since she was one game at a time,” said Heibel. by other obvious athletes, such as: foot- a senior and a captain as well as a very good a freshman, and is a very strong player on the The Lady Owls now need to focus on the rest ball, basketball, and baseball. It is a com- basketball player. O’Sullivan has also been Lady Owls. Heibel thinks at this point of the of the season and forget about their current petitive sport against a handful of people with the varsity team for a majority of her season it’s not just about the present season. record. All they can do is just keep working who are evenly skilled.. high school career along with Senior Fallon Other players need to step up and help build on what needs to be fixed and have fun. One of the more popular events Heibel. the team stronger not just for this season. In districts the girls will have to give all in the Winter X Games is the vert snow- “We have good team players and good Other players need to step up and help build they got. To get ready for districts, they will boarding competition. The most popular talent, but sometimes we don’t know how the team stronger not just for this season but just have to keep up the hard work and enjoy snowboarder is Shuan White. White has to use it,” said O’Sullivan. the seasons in the future. “We just need to take it at the same time. “We try to make the season been riding snowboards since he was six not just about the game,” said Hanna. years old. He first began snowboarding professionally when he was only thirteen. Since 2002, White has placed for a medal Patriots: Best Team in History? every year. In 2007, White won the over- all gold medal for snowboarding. His cur- Athletes by: Spencer Riggs defending Super Bowl Champion Indianapolis rent medal count is seven gold, four silver, sports writer Colts in week nine 24-20. They seem to hit a wall and one bronze. He is now sponsored by of the Month in weeks thirteen and fourteen when they beat the Burton, which is a very respectable snow- Every football team strives to be perfect, Philadelphia Eagles 31-28 and Baltimore Ravens boarding company that gives White free and the New England Patriots are no exception. 27-24. They were favored to beat these teams by merchandise at his every beck and call. Going into the postseason, the Patriots were a a surplus of 20 points. Many athletes similar to White make perfect16-0. The Patriots went to the playoffs Close games and Spy Gate were not the only most of their money through the X games, facing some tough teams like the Jacksonville problems. They lost their first string running back which is really amazing considering the X Jaguars and the San Diego Chargers. They beat Laurence Maroney when he tore cartilage in his games only last four days out of the year. them both and secured a spot in the Super ribs, which put him out for several weeks. Veteran Even Michael Jordan would be impressed Bowl with a record of 18-0. They were upset Kevin Faulk filled the hole, which helped them with that kind of income. Most of the by the New York Giants 17-14 in the Super increase their passing performance. money that the athletes earn comes from Bowl ending their season a near perfect 18-1. The Patriots also broke a handful of records in endorsement deals. Seventeen different The Patriots work began in the off-season their path to perfection. Quarterback Tom Brady companies sponsor White. bringing in a whole beat out Peyton Manning when The Winter X games are becom- new receiver core by Are the he passed for 50 touchdowns ing a more and more popular event. In Nicole King picking up free agents Patriots the this season. Moss set a touch- 1997, the attendance was 25,000 people. Wes Welker (Miami P down reception record with 23. In 2007, the attendance has surmounted Grade: Junior They also set a significant record Nickname: Coli Dolphins), Donte’ best team of to 110,000 people. People are becoming Sport: Basketball Stallworth (Phila- O when they scored 589 points in more and more interested in the extreme Quote: “Playing sports makes me delphia Eagles), and all time? a single season. sports and the athleticism that is needed happy.” Randy Moss (Oakland In the history of football, there that some other sports do not require. The Raiders). Moss was L 34% YES have only been four teams that X games are only going to become more acquired in a trade have had a perfect regular sea- and more popular as the years go on. The for the Patriots forth L NO son. The 1972 Dolphins were X games in general have only been around round pick. This new 66% the only team to go a perfect since 1993, and in 15 years the attendance receiving core turned 17-0 through the Super Bowl. total has more than quadrupled. The X out to the best in the Only a few teams stack up to the Games are still young and has the poten- league with Moss leading the league with a record Patriots beside the Dolphins, the 1985 Chicago tially to be one of the biggest mainstream 23 touchdown receptions, and Welker tied for Bears and Pittsburg Steelers of the 1970’s. It’s sporting events one day. first in the league with 112 receptions. still a tight race, statistically, between the Patriots They had a great season, but it was not and Dolphins. The offence without faults. The first game of the season of the Patriots is one of the looked great after they beat the Jets 30-14. best ever. They rank first in After which it was found that the Patriots went all offensive categories except to a Jets practice and video taped it. This later rushing. The Dolphins had a became known as the Spy Gate Scandal. The great offence, but their “No Timmy Waltenberger Patriots were forced to forfeit their first round Name” defense was the main Grade: Junior pick in 2008 as a result. story for their team. Nickname: Timminator During the season the patriots seemed to be It is hard to say if the 2007 Sport: Wrestling invincible beating the Dallas Cowboys in week New England Patriots are the Quote: “Never Give up. Never Surrender.” six 48-27, who were regarded as one of the best of all time, but they are best teams in the league. They also beat the on top of the list. as aforceintheworld. 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