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Vo l u m e CXXXVI, Nu m b e r 5 The Pingry School, Martinsville, New Jersey Ap r i l 22, 2010 Students Celebrate Diversity in Ashley Feng Wins Robert H. Annual Multicutural Assembly turing Jay Sean’s “Down.” dance to Ne-Yo’s “Waiting.” LeBow Oratorical Competition By LAKSHMI DAVEY (V) Next up was Mai-Lee Lakshmi Davey (V), Vinita For the past eight years, Picard (IV), who danced Davey (III), Malvi Hemani the annual Multicultural As- a variation from the ballet (V) and Michaela Scrudato sembly has featured students “Paquita.” Then, Keri For- (III) followed with an Indian from different backgrounds ness (V) and Alysia Tsui dance performed to a mix of performing for their class- (VI) sang “Once upon a popular Bollywood songs. mates. This year, the event December” in several differ- The next number was the took place on Friday, March ent languages. Forness said, song “The Butterfly Lovers,” 13. Nahema Carty (VI) em- “Alysia and I knew from the which was executed on the ceed the event, which show- beginning of the school year piano and violin by Ashley cased a variety of different that we wanted to perform in Zhou (III) and Vicky Wei cultures and talents. this Multicultural Assembly (V). This song is based on an Myles Bristow (VI) began because we both had enjoyed ancient Chinese legend about the assembly by reading participating in last year. a pair of star-crossed lovers. a poem. He was followed We wanted to do something Jo LaCosta (VI), accompa- by Luke Pounder (VI), Jon special since it was Alysia’s nied by Misha Fatkhiyev, an Brenner (VI), and Glenn last year.” adjunct in the music depart- Friedman (VI), who per- Afterwards, Tori Mar- ment, then sang a Spanish formed a dance to a mix fea- tin (V) performed a lyrical song entitled “Solamente Una Vez.” Tanvi Gupta (VI) and An- jana Ganti (V) finished the Courtesy of Communications Office assembly with another ener- Ashley Feng (V) spoke about the importance of reading. getic Indian dance. Yvonne LeBow. Dr. LeBow was an face-to-face interactions. Sun Jeng (IV) said, “The Indian By DANIELLE WESTERMAN extremely accomplished public argued that written word, es- dances were entertaining and (V) speaker who traveled the world pecially the written word of original, and it was fun to On Friday, February 19, to speak about the need for Internet communication, is watch everyone’s talent.” three sophomores and three healthcare reform. just a hollow replacement for Susan Contess (V) said, juniors participated in the final Any Pingry sophomore or personally talking to someone. “This year there was bal- round of the Robert H. LeBow junior is eligible to participate According to Sun, the more we let and classical music and ’58 Memorial Oratorical Com- in the LeBow Competition. use email and text messaging to modern dance … it was nice petition. With Upper School In the preliminary round, all communicate, the more we lose to see more variety.” students and faculty as their participants delivered their important face-to-face connec- Forness agreed, adding, audience, Ashley Feng (V), speeches to a panel of selected tions with our friends. “Personally, I have loved my Sam Gelman (IV), Victor Hsue teachers, alumni, and qualified Morash compared the cur- experiences performing in (V), Albert Magnell (V), Mag- judges from outside of Pingry. rent economic crisis to a foot- the Multicultural Assembly gie Morash (IV), and Dylan From this round, the six final- ball coach’s strategy. Morash both this year and last, and Sun (V) presented five to six- ists were chosen to deliver their said that lending huge amounts I am really proud of how minute speeches on a variety speeches in front of their peers of money and giving unquali- many cultures are being rep- of topics. in Hauser Auditorium. fied buyers mortgages are com- resented now." In 2005, William Hetfield Sun spoke about how new parable to throwing showy “As far as I can recall, ’58 and the Class of 1958 advances in technology have 50-yard passes. Chipping away we represented seven differ- started the competition to honor affected communication and ent cultures!” their classmate, Robert H. stressed the importance of Continued on Page 4

Courtesy of Communications Office Sweeney Todd Cast Puts on Cutting-Edge Mai-Lee Picard (IV) performs a classical ballet piece. Performance Despite Heavy Snows Inside The Record ted, “There were certainly some ary 23, the day of their final dress and see us and our show and we By KATE DREYFUSS (VI) rough patches throughout the rehearsal. Technology teacher love to have them here.” On February 24, 27, 28, and process,” she added, “When we and Director of Community After the performance, the March 1, the Drama and Music all stood on stage opening night, Service Ms. Shelley Hartz orga- actors remained in costume and Departments put on the annual I knew we truly had something nized this special performance ate lunch with the guests from winter musical. This year’s show magical.” for special needs programs in ECLC, Newmark, and Banyon. was “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Salamon decided to partici- our area, continuing what has O’Connor said of this meet-and- Barber of Fleet Street,” book by pate in the musical because he become a tradition for the past greet opportunity, “I am always Hugh Wheeler and music and enjoys singing and acting. He six or seven years. Ms. Hartz had so proud when I watch my fellow lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. added, “The annual Winter Musi- the idea to bring these schools to cast-mates interact with the kids. “Sweeney Todd” tells the cal is probably the most reward- Pingry to see the musical because It truly makes me happy to see a story of Benjamin Barker, other- ing thing that I have done in my her oldest son used to be a student cast member speaking with an wise known as Sweeney Todd, a years at Pingry.” at ECLC. “I thought it would be ECLC student. The smile on that barber who returns to his home- Audience reaction to the show great for the ECLC students to student’s face is unforgettable.” town of London after spending was overwhelmingly positive. see a show and for our actors to Salamon agreed and added, 15 years in exile in Australia Caroline Dreyfuss (IV) said, “I have an audience during their “That performance is great also due to false charges. After find- loved it.” Phil Ryan (VI) agreed, final dress rehearsal,” she said. because it allows us to go into ing out that his wife has killed adding, “The cast and crew did O’Connor especially enjoyed opening night having already herself after being raped by the justice to my favorite musical.” the performance for ECLC, say- played for a full audience.” judge who sentenced him, Todd In addition to the four public ing, “I think it is so fantastic that Ms. Hartz hopes to extend decides to seek revenge on the performances, the cast and crew the kids really enjoy the perfor- this tradition by inviting middle of “Sweeney Todd” also per- mance, and it boosts our energy, school students from ECLC, Courtesy of Sofi Barrionuevo (VI) people of London. Sean Salamon (VI), who formed for students and teachers too. If you have a great audience Newmark, and Banyon to see Sofi Barrionuevo (VI) and Luke Pounder (VI) model for the played Todd in the show, ex- of ECLC, the Newmark School, (and they always are), the show is “Bye Bye Birdie,” this year’s PSPA Spring Benefit. and the Banyon School on Febru- just better. The kids love to come Middle School production. More Than a Pop Album plained that his character “gets Call to the Wild revenge both on the people who The Gorillaz's "Plastic Beach" raped his wife and on society as a Anisha Mohin (V) urges students receives a favorable review P6. whole, which he sees as based in to spend more time outdoors P2. greed and cruelty. According to Salamon, “Todd really serves as Spectacular Season One of a Kind a warning to us about how a good Boys' Varsity Swimming scores man can be ultimately consumed Jasmine Oghaz (V) embraces high at the Meet of Champions P7. by revenge.” Pingry's unique identity P3. Kaela O’Connor (V) par- ticipated in the musical because Re-Lax she is passionate about musical Two Stories Collide The boys' and girls' Varsity theater. “This is what I love to Mrs. Madeline Landau continues Lacrosse teams look forward to an do, and this is what I want to do Holocaust Rembrance tradition P5. exciting season P8. with my life,” she said. O’Connor played Mrs. Nellie Lovett, Todd’s Sections A Picture Perfect Prom confidante and business partner News...... 1,4-5 who makes meat pies out of the Students enjoy a fun filled night of Commentary...... 2-3 people he kills. Her favorite part of the musical was being able to glamour P5. Arts...... 6 Courtesy of Pingry Bluebook work with people she truly enjoys Sports...... 7-8 Nicky Haik (VI) and Sarah Muirhead (V) serenade each other as Ben Hamm Conard being around. Though she admit- (V) and Thomas Schermerhorn (V) discuss the local barber. 2 THE PINGRY RECORD COMMENTARY APRIL 22, 2010 EDITORIAL Bridges: Morenight to hand than out sandwiches, Just and appreciative a Mere of the help. TenI used toHours hate the commu- By MAI-LEE PICARD (IV) soup, and coffee to the poor and Since my first run, I have nity service requirement because Hey Jude, You Ain't At Pingry, community service homeless. They traveled block- gone on as many Bridges runs I often found myself doing some is a big part of students’ lives. With by-block, bringing sustenance to as possible and have found each sort of office work, which can be a mandatory ten hours per year and people throughout the city. Since of them just as rewarding as the extraordinarily boring. Bridges, Nothin' But a constant reminders of community then, Bridges has first. The people on the other hand, is highly in- service opportunities, it’s hard to returned to New After each run, I feel as we meet are so ap- teractive and extremely moving. avoid. However, most people find York many times though I have helped preciative of our It has both allowed me to help Hound Dog the required hours annoying, and and has even ex- help; they always people and appreciate everything As a second semester senior, I often find myself relishing my pockets admittedly, up until last year, I panded into New- make someone's night smile and thank that I have. ark and Irvington. us very warmly. Most people I talk to about of free time. Several weeks ago, I was in this exact state, just sitting on did too. It’s not that I was against a little bit better. my couch and scrolling through numerous channels to find something helping people; it was just hard to I didn’t know After each run, Bridges don’t really understand eye-catching. Hoping to settle for something more than just a mindless find the time. What changed my what to expect I feel as though what it’s all about, but I would rec- MTV reality show or an old sitcom rerun, I was delighted to come outlook, however, was my experi- from my first Bridges run. After I have helped make someone’s ommend everyone go on at least across one of my favorite movies, “Pulp Fiction.” ence going on a Bridges run into all, I had only signed up because I night a little bit better. I find my- one run before graduating from It was already fifty minutes into the film, and the first thing I saw New York City in order to initially needed community service hours. self recognizing people that show Pingry. Before going on my first was Uma Therman with her seductive 1920’s bob haircut and white fulfill my required hours. However, the whole evening sur- up at the runs, and I completely Bridges run, community service blouse. She was talking to John Travolta, her dinner date, for the very Geoff and Ginger Worden prised me. Bridges is completely understand why volunteers keep was just something I had to do, first time. With a camera in one hand and Dusty Springfield’s “Son founded Bridges in Septem- hands-on; I handed out food and going back. Bridges is unlike any but now, after seeing the people I of a Preacher Man” playing in the background, Uma very articulately ber 1988. The couple decided clothing to homeless individuals, other organization I have volun- am reaching out to, I have come says, “My theory is that when it comes to important subjects, there’s to go into New York City one and each and every one was kind teered for. to truly enjoy the work. only two ways a person can answer. For instance, there’s two kinds of people in this world, Elvis people and Beatles people. Now Beatles people can like Elvis. And Elvis people can like the Beatles. But nobody Harking Back to the Transcendentalists likes them both equally. Somewhere you have to make a choice. And By ANISHA MOHIN (V) But I didn’t. I’ve been spend- sunlight and the view of flowers in we can encourage our teachers that choice tells me who you are.” Spring brings with it beautiful, ing most of my time indoors full bloom. Calculus is extremely to hold some of our classes in Although “Pulp Fiction” is a treasure box of quotes, this particular sunny weather, chirping birds, and lately, working on the Record difficult and headache inducing the gazebo. And I know that I, monologue has always stood out to me. Oftentimes, life is full of di- blooming flowers. This spring has or volunteering at the library or (for me, at least), but I found that for one, plan on using my study chotomies. For Uma, it’s either the Beatles or Elvis. For 21st century been particularly gorgeous, and studying for my various tests and when I worked in a more open, breaks to go for a bike ride or a American teens, it’s Mac or PC, FOX News or CNN, Facebook or I’ve seen tons of kids playing out- quizzes. Today, I finally got sick of pleasant atmosphere, it was much walk through the neighborhood, MySpace, Blair or Serena…you get the picture. side, enjoying it to its full- it, and instead of struggling with less frustrating. instead of watching TV. So all of this either/or categorization got me thinking about the est. When I was younger, Like I said, this isn’t seemingly black and white choices that Pingry kids have to make on just like those kids, I spent another stress op-ed, but a daily basis. For example, can you only be a sports or a drama kid? A about 90% of my time there’s no denying that, prep or a hipster? Do you have to choose between being an obsessive outdoors with my friends. with APs, SATIIs, and overachiever and someone who’s too-cool-for-school? Those are some of my final exams, stress is ram- The clear and obvious answer is no. best childhood memories. pant during this time at It’s true that some people find comfort in confining themselves to I wish I could do the same Pingry. To quote Tran- one of these specific social groups, but from personal experience, I now, but I feel that with all scendentalist Ralph Waldo can testify that breaking the barriers of high school can be extremely of my academic and extra- Emerson, “Adopt the pace rewarding. In fact, many of the people I couldn’t live without at Pingry curricular responsibilities, I of nature: her secret is pa- are individuals who bridge the gap between different social, academic, don’t really get a chance to tience.” Emerson is right; and extra-curricular groups. These are the people who are beloved not appreciate nature. we could all learn a thing only by their friends, but also by the entire class. Don’t worry. This isn’t or two from nature’s lei- Branching out is also the purpose of programs such as Peer Group another stress op-ed. I’m surely pace. I can now say and events such as all-grade trips to Philadelphia or New York. In just saying, I’d like to enjoy from personal experience fact, one of the reasons that I love my English classes is because of the beautiful spring we’ve that it’s almost impossible the wide variety of people I meet due to these electives being open to been having, and not just to be stressed after truly all juniors and seniors. by looking at it through my appreciating the beauty So, here’s my proposition. What if we stopped seeing the world window. In my American of nature. as one big OR statement? By embracing the different aspects of our Literature class with Dr. I’m not suggesting that community, we can push our own limits as individuals and look at the Ann Dickerson, as part of our my take-home calculus test in my When I visited college cam- we all become like Tho- world with fresh perspectives. unit on the Transcendentalists, cramped room, I decided to take it puses over spring break, I noticed reau, who abandoned his fam- Specifically, for those of us who are seniors, college signifies a we spent a whole period outside, outside on my deck. Even though tons of students sitting outside do- ily’s comfortable home to live plethora of new opportunities to re-examine who we want to be. Per- just enjoying and reflecting upon studying outside does have its ing work on their laptops. Maybe in a cabin in the woods, but I do haps, as we consider our own identities next year, we should remember nature. I left that period feeling disadvantages – like the bee sting during free periods, instead of hol- believe we could all benefit from that the only thing better than being an Elvis fan or a Beatles fan is extremely relaxed, and I prom- I got within the first ten minutes of ing up in the library, we can take taking a little time out to appreci- learning to embrace the best of both worlds. ised myself that I would do that being outside – it was extremely our AP flashcards and textbooks ate nature. It’s a small change, but —Jennifer Soong more often. refreshing to work with the warm to the benches outside. Or perhaps it can make a big difference. Examining Pingry's Qualities Through the Eyes of the Faculty English teacher Mr. Thomas electives so students can pursue seen in both directions,” students he would like to see more service impossibly busy, but there is re- By ROXANNE OGHAZ (V) Keating believes that most im- their interests. He and many toward teachers and vice versa. done locally, such as the planting ally no feasible solution to this portantly, the integrity and rigor other teachers view AP courses As students show less respect, of trees. problem. College admissions are Time and time again, the stu- of the academic program must as restrictive, both to teachers teachers lose their patience and Latin teacher Mr. Thomas Var- becoming increasingly competi- dents’ concerns regarding the be maintained. He worries that who must teach certain material are thus perceived by the students nes wants the technology available tive, and students feel they need Pingry community have been life in the Pingry community is and to students who feel pressured as mean and irritable. He cites to teachers in their classrooms to to stretch themselves out over voiced. Better cafeteria food, a becoming too busy and over- to take them. Mr. Keating also the situation in the hallways as a upgrade faster. Though he has many activities in addition to revised finals schedule, and more scheduled almost to the point that added tactfully, “I envision a day particular problem: some students finally received his much-awaited their academic responsibilities. interesting assemblies are causes the “fundamental commitment to when I have to talk less about the do not pay attention to where they projector, the screen is still too Furthermore, many students dis- that are repeatedly brought to scholarship might fall by the way- dress code.” are going and narrow. He is like AP classes and would not the administration’s attention. side.” While he doesn’t advocate Chemistry teacher Mr. Tim often bump More respect would ease the grateful for the object to their removal; however, But what do faculty members cutting programs or limiting trips, Grant, on the other hand, is con- into teachers projector, but this may ultimately hurt students think, and what changes would Mr. Keating would like to see cerned mainly with the rela- or block the adversial tensions between he wishes he in the college admissions process they like to see? Although what I academics be the major priority tionships between students and way, while students and faculty and had gotten it because AP scores do provide discovered was not representative in students’ lives. faculty. He stresses the importance others con- sooner because an edge. Bringing back field day of the entire faculty, the teachers I He also stated that in the long of mutual respect but fears that gregate near ultimately help our voice be it has already is a popular cause among both encountered did have their share run, the school should wean itself it has begun to fade. According classrooms proved to be a students and faculty, and no one of concerns. off AP courses and offer more to him, this leads to “frustration and disrupt heard. very beneficial seems to know why they got rid teachers who and effective of it. Clearly this issue should be cannot teach their lessons over teaching tool. revisited. Vo l u m e CXXXVI the noise. Mr. Grant would like In addition, he believes it is vital Other teacher concerns, such Nu m b e r 5 to see the environment become for AP classes to meet five times as renewed respect, accepting more civilized. a week. While sciences and US outside courses, upgrading tech- Spanish teacher Señor Gerardo History already do because of the nology faster, and having AP Vasquez believes that there should extra lab period, the AP classes in classes meet five times a week, be more opportunities for stu- other departments meet only four however, are not causes consis- Editors in Chief dents to enhance their education times a week, which does not tently championed by me or the student body. Nevertheless, they Jenny Gorelick Creative Director and learn outside of Pingry. To leave ample time to prepare for Technical Director encourage this, he advocates the the exams in May. Finally, Mr. do have merit and deserve to be Jenn Soong Charlie Laud acceptance of credits from out- Varnes would like to see some sort heard. More respect would ease Calvin Jones side courses by the school. In his of compromise so that students the adversarial tensions between opinion, “the curriculum needs to will not have to choose between students and faculty and ulti- Technical Assistant Managing Editor Cartoonists focus more on global education.” sports and art. This affects theatre mately help our voice be heard. Malvi Hemani Anisha Mohin Sean Salamon Señor Vazquez would also like in particular, because students who Moreover, accepted credits, better Ben Hamm Conard to revive Pingry’s field day, stating are interested in both a sport and technology, and more time in AP that it is an important opportunity the seasonal plays must make the classes would certainly enhance Copy Editors Assistant Editor for the Middle School and Upper difficult choice between the two. our academic experience. Rebecca Spicehandler Shaan Gurnani Faculty Advisor School to connect. As of now, Having discussed these various Perhaps better communication Roxanne Oghaz Dr. Susan Dineen except for the occasional assem- issues with the school’s faculty, I between the students and faculty could lead to solutions to all of Jasmine Oghaz bly, there is very little interaction can truly conclude that many of between the younger and older the teachers’ suggestions overlap these problems. If we work to- students. In addition, to further with students’ concerns. Many gether, we can certainly make the All rights reserved. All contents © 2010 The Pingry Record. Printed on recycled paper. Please recycle after use. improve the Pingry community, of us do feel overscheduled and Pingry community a better place. THE PINGRY RECORD COMMENTARY APRIL 22, 2010 3 Concerns With Branding Pingry and Living Up to Our Reputation that we are more excellent and However, as I stated previ- and Vital Signs. We should Code, and I propose that we its industry. This multi-billion By SHAAN GURNANI (V) more honorable than other ously, it is nearly impossible stimulate students to do com- reinstate this process. Finally, dollar corporation has a strong schools. Perhaps our students, to find a uniform scale with munity service out of a desire students should take the Hon- reputation and it is admired “I’m lovin’ it.” “Diamonds our graduates, and our faculty which to measure these two to help rather than simply or Code past the boundaries for the quality of its products. are forever.” “Is it in you?” are better. However, how can qualities. Rankings are an to complete their required of school; we are the future Can you quote its slogan? “Just do it.” “Excellence and we make a comparison if important measurement tool, hours. We should position leaders of America, and if we Neither can I. Google doesn't Honor.” All of these state- there is no uniform scale to but they are certainly not ev- our school to be more glob- are motivated by self-interest have a significant branding ments have an important char- measure these qualities? We erything. In terms of rankings, ally oriented, as junior Albert like the current leaders of or marketing campaign. In acteristic in common: they can’t. our students perform well aca- Magnell suggested in his corporate America seem to be, fact, the first ad for Google are, of course, slogans used to Most importantly, we must demically, receiving high SAT recent op-ed for The Record. the economy will be doomed I’ve ever seen aired during attract people to a certain For example, we could again and the country might this year’s Super Bowl. The product or institution. share artwork, music, never recover. point is Google built its strong The difference between and athletic highlights So, will we be able to con- name on the product it pro- them, however, is stark. with students around tinue to attract strong faculty duces – not simple slogans. The first three slogans the world. And, while members and exceptional stu- So the answer is yes. Yes, we come from multi-billion we have impressive re- dents without actively defin- will continue to attract strong dollar corporations with sources, we should urge ing our own reputation? Well, faculty members and excep- multi-million dollar ad- students to make greater we have done so for almost tional students to Pingry. Now vertising campaigns. The use of these resources. 150 years. However, let’s take that we have already been fourth is Pingry’s recent For example, teachers a look the corporate world for branded, however, let’s focus effort to brand itself. are usually available, guidance. Google is undoubt- on living up to our reputation In October 2007, Pin- and students should take edly the leading company in and improving upon it. gry announced the launch advantage of this by in- of “an ambitious new teracting with them and Strategic Plan.” In or- gaining whatever they EDITORIAL der to attract exceptional can, even if they don’t students, the plan out- have an essay due or need lined the enhancement of help on a math problem. “marketing and branding With respect to honor, to ensure that Pingry’s although we do have an Promarama reputation is exception- Honor Code, it does ap- al.” While some may ply and should be taken overlook such a phrase, focus on making our school scores C.Laud (VI) more seriously outside My mother went to two proms. She likes to brag about her I believe that the issue of actually definitive of these and gaining admission to top of the classroom. For ex- dates, both of whom were attractive, as you can make out from branding a school raises some qualities rather than on mak- colleges. Athletically, we ample, we should look to the the grainy photographs she keeps in a dilapidated album in personal concerns. ing people think that we are. If win state championships and Honor Code in the arts and on her closet. My father didn’t go to any. He chose to skip them In the first place, branding we continue to build our name individual accolades. Artisti- the playing fields. Senior Kate instead. He was one of those kids. And me, as of April 15, I’ve and brand management are simply through quality of re- cally, we showcase students’ Dreyfuss quoted the Honor gone to three. typically corporate actions sults, people will come to us. impressive talent in music, vi- Code in a fall op-ed for The It’s funny to think where I was at those dances compared taken to increase profit by We should follow the Latin sual arts, and performing arts. Record as she urged students to where I am now. Even just looking at the pictures, I can making a comparison with phrase “Esse quam videri,” Moreover, our teachers are to observe proper concert tell that I was in a different place. For the first Prom, I was a competing products more meaning “To be, rather than all highly qualified and our etiquette. 16-year-old sophomore who had managed to secure an older favorable. Although Pingry to seem to be,” by earning resources and facilities are Moreover, we are all too date and, accordingly, a highly sought after invitation. It had is technically a corporation, and building our reputation. I superb. Finally, the qualities familiar with the smack talk been my mission to go to Prom with my best friend, who had we are not a business bent agree with Daniel J. Boorstin, of students are impressive: between Pingry and Watchung luckily managed to find a date as well. We thought we were on making money. We are a the twelfth Librarian of the many of us serve the com- Hills preceding, during, and unbelievably cool. Once we actually got to the ballroom, we school—a warm, safe, and U.S. Congress, who said: “An munity extensively and care following the first ice hockey were obnoxious, abandoning our dates and pretty much over- hopeful place—and brand- image is not simply a trade- about world issues. game; we must continue to running the dance floor. We had a blast, but I look back at the ing, because of its association mark, a design, a slogan or an Even so, I would argue that focus not only on athletic pictures and realize that I’m standing almost a foot away from with corporations, is intrinsi- easily remembered picture. It there is, and always will be, excellence, but also on main- my date, who was more than a full foot taller than me, and am cally the opposite: cold and is a studiously crafted person- room for improvement. For taining our sportsmanship. In clearly not as a comfortable or confident as I felt. heartless. ality profile of an individual, example, we should encour- order to “actively engage the Preparing for Prom junior year was pretty much a microcosm Second, the new slogan institution, corporation, prod- age students to embrace learn- student body in its commit- of junior year itself. In the midst of all of the SAT prepping, AP seems to imply a state of be- uct or service.” ing outside of the classroom, ment to the Honor Code,” we exam studying, and college visiting, it was stressful finding a ing rather than a goal. We are Pingry is already an amaz- by increasing participation in recently added the signing and date, and even my dress was difficult to deal with. I could barely unique because we are excel- ing institution, with great clubs, including the Debate presenting of the Honor Code breathe, sit down, or walk in it for that matter. Still, because of lent and honorable; however, students and faculty, surely Team, Model UN, and lan- to Convocation proceedings. the people I was with, I had a good time, and my smile in the this thinking is inherently at least somewhat representa- guage clubs, and publications, In years past, the school voted pictures isn’t nearly as forced or awkward as it was the year flawed. We are suggesting tive of excellence and honor. including The Pingry Record on whether to keep the Honor before. And this year, well, it was the best one yet. Our table, des- ignated by an eight of spades playing card protruding from the centerpiece, was one of the few of twelve people. The group A New Junior's Discovery of What It Means loitering around it changed throughout the night: everyone at the beginning to stare at their salads while discussing television shows, to a gaggle of girls with aching feet, to Matt Zubrow (VI) to Join a Distinctive High School Culture who abandoned his own table to eat my dessert. Still, regardless By JASMINE OGHAZ (V) of who was there, everyone had the same thing to say about how much fun they were having. Really, the entire night — from As a new junior entering Pin- chatting with Mr. Keating for a ridiculously long time to all of gry in September, I had no idea the attendees rushing to dance at the first sound of Lil Jon’s voice what to expect. The stories that I at the beginning of “Shots” — felt simple and carefree. had heard about the private school I’d like to interject by saying that I didn’t set out to write environment were not very en- about Prom. It is the cliché to end all clichés. However, last couraging, and I consequently be- week, while I was sitting at the couches, I was contemplating gan the school year with a feeling what to write about for my editorial. A friend asked whether I of apprehension. However, as the B. Hamm Conard (V) had anything to complain about. I asked her what she meant, and weeks began to pass, my feeling What makes Pingry so unique? No, it's not the monstrous clock tower or the pretty yet she replied, “I think people are driven to write when they have of uneasiness faded as I gradually completely strange middle school. a complaint. That’s probably why you’re having trouble.” adjusted to the new atmosphere. It tion happening at Pingry was very fear that their personal belongings educational institution. Further- It’s true: I really don’t have anything to complain about did not feel like a drastic change small. would be stolen. I attribute this il- more, the absence of a dress code regarding Prom or anything else. I think these past weeks are from life at Voorhees High School, Although I do not think Voor- lustration of trust to the presence can tarnish the image of a school some of the best that I’ve ever had. I’ve finally been able to con- the public school that I had previ- hees to be inferior to Pingry be- of an Honor Code, an equivalent if it is taken advantage of. I don’t centrate on the classes that interest me the most, have had time ously attended, but it was a change cause of one unfortunate incident, of which I did not have at my mean to say that skirt length is di- to do things for fun, and have adopted a regular sleep schedule nevertheless, and I eventually the occurrence prompted me to previous school. rectly proportional to the caliber of for the first time in three years. And of course, it’s beautiful became accustomed to all that reflect upon the reasons that had While the Honor Code may a specific institution, but I concede outside: it’s hard not to feel happy when you’re driving with is Pingry. led me to such a conclusion. Es- be the school’s major defining that appropriate attire does con- your windows down. Until a couple of weeks ago, sentially, I asked myself, “What feature, Pingry also has other tribute to a reputation of respect- So, I guess that brings me to my point in an appropriately however, I had failed to realize makes Pingry unique?” traditions that contribute to the ability and professionalism. lackadaisical way. Prom is a tradition that takes place every how truly distinctive our school’s The first thing that comes to formation of a unique student en- Lastly, class size and the stu- year. While the customs associated with it don’t change (dates culture was. As I sat in front of my mind is the Honor Code. This vironment. One such custom is the dent-teacher relationship are also will always have to buy each other a boutonnière or corsage, television at home, idly flipping constant reminder of the impor- establishment and enforcement of qualities that set Pingry apart. attend some form of a pre-party where their parents can take through channels to see if there tance of honorable a dress code, gen- The relatively small number of an insane amount of pictures, and cram themselves into a limo was anything worth watching, I conduct is a major Essentially, I asked erally seen by the students per class creates a more with a group of similarly dolled up teenagers), our state of happened to land on a local news factor when con- myself, "What makes student body as one-on-one interaction between mind does. I’ve come such a long way since I was a freshman station that was doing a story on sidering the overall a negative aspect teachers and their pupils. More- giddily imagining what I would wear at my own Senior Prom Voorhees. Two students had ap- identity of Pingry. Pingry unique?" of Pingry life. I over, the productivity of a class while stalking pictures that the upperclassmen had posted on parently been arrested for involve- Such emphasis on can specifically greatly increases when there are Facebook. And getting here, to this content place senior year, ment in two separate bomb threats moral behavior remember one fewer students, especially in the kind of like that ride in the limo full of anticipation of the night as well as the possession of M-80 and the consideration of others student proclaiming that the dress sciences where lab materials to come, has been well worth the troubles along the way. firecrackers that had spurred three has shaped the student body into a code represents an impediment to sometimes need to be shared. In days of school-wide evacuations. community that exhibits tolerance, the freedom of self-expression. Al- addition, teachers’ willingness As I listened to the description of understanding, and respect. One though I agree with this statement to help students during Confer- the circumstances under which thing that especially surprised me to a certain extent, I also feel that ence Period further enhances the these events took place, I could at the beginning of the year was rules regarding the impropriety student-teacher relationship and —Jenny Gorelick not help but think to myself that the fact that students could leave of particular items of clothing are contributes to Pingry’s unique the likelihood of a parallel situa- their bags in the hallways without understandable and justified in any identity as a school. 4 THE PINGRY RECORD SCHOOL NEWS APRIL 22, 2010 Date Rape Speaker Receives Mixed Reviews from Student Body had edited a video a boy had As a result of her efforts, she By YVONNE JENG (IV) made of himself relating to was featured on the cover of For the Second Annual Star Wars, which was sub- Time Magazine and has ap- Lecture sponsored by the sequently put on YouTube. peared on several TV shows. Gilbert Harry Carver ‘79 As a result, the boy tried to Again, students' reactions Memorial Fund, speaker kill himself. were mixed. Sean Sala- Ms. Katie Koestner gave Koestner also reminded mon (VI) said, “I thought two presentations, one to both forms that their ac- her presentation was very freshmen and sophomores tions and decisions can irrelevant and very theat- and the other to juniors and have heavy consequences. rical. I felt isolated from seniors. With the former, While talking about social her message that it could she talked about Inter- networks, she pulled up the happen to anybody.” Lak- net safety, the creation of terms and conditions for shimi Davey (V), however, healthy relationships in a Facebook and Myspace: thought Koestner “was very world of technology, the there were pages and pages. straightforward, laid out her Ms. Katie Koestner was sponsored by the Carver family. Courtesy of Communications Office importance of respect for Students soon found out that story, and it had some good self and others, and the colleges can pay Facebook event lightly and ignored it. and graduated on the same college, Koestner has felt messages; her story defi- methods of managing pres- to see their accounts, and the The rapist got away with the day as the victim. a duty to raise awareness nitely had a more personal sures that can come with only way to protect oneself crime without consequences Since her experience in about the issue of date rape. impact.” those relationships. She is through the privacy set- talked to the older students tings. She also emphasized about how she was date that everyone has dirt, and Seniors Strut Their Stuff for Annual raped when she was in col- if you want to get into col- lege and how the aftermath lege, then you should clean of that event affected her. up your page. PSPA Spring Benefit Fashion Show The presentation Koest- Many students took her the catering company. In show was everything the artists from Lord & Taylor ner gave to the freshman presentation seriously but By TANVI GUPTA (VI) addition, the PSPA held an students hoped for. The boys came to groom students for and sophomores warned had mixed reactions to the auction at which items such were fitted for their suits the runway. The girls even them about the dangers message. For example, The Class of 2010 rocked the runway at the recent PSPA as paintings and spa trip at Brooks Brothers, while had the opportunity to model of the Internet and social Maggie Morash (IV) said, designer jewelry. networks such as Facebook “It made me realize how Spring Benefit. Included in the benefit were the Senior Additionally, professional and Myspace. She proved careful you have to be with photographer Peter Chollick to her audience how their the stuff you put on the Fashion Show, a banquet, a display of student artwork, took photos of the models decisions on the Internet internet.” Others like Ken- with their friends and fami- could ruin their dreams dall Mazara (III) were not and an auction. Pingry fami- lies, teachers, and alumni all lies. Phil Ryan (VI) said, “I and future. so thrilled with Koestner’s remember hearing about the Koestner gave many attitude and exclaimed, “I joined in the festivities. In previous years, the ben- fashion show in years past anecdotes about what hap- didn’t like her because she and thinking that seniors pened to individuals who spoke so fast, and I didn’t efit has been held at hotels. However, in an effort to con- were overly enthusiastic were not careful with what think the stories she told us about it. But after participat- they did online. For ex- about happened as often as serve financial resources, this year’s benefit was at Pingry. ing in it, I now understand ample, one of her stories she made it sound.” Nick why they had such a great was about a girl who sent Canavan (IV) also felt that Coordinators and participat- ing students were nervous time.” a dirty picture to her boy- way, saying, “She was sar- The show also featured friend, which his friends castic, condescending, and about how the decorations and atmosphere would turn tips from a professional in turn sent to all of his long-winded.” model; second runner up in contacts. The girl lost a Koestner also spoke to out at this “new” site. How- ever, everyone was aston- cycle 12 of the hit TV show scholarship for four years the juniors and seniors about “America’s Next Top Mod- in college and internships the topic of date rape. When ished when they stepped into the transformed Hyde and el,” Aminat Ayinde of Union, full of opportunities each she had undergone this trau- New Jersey chatted with the summer. Koestner also told matic experience, many of Watson Gym. The room had the am- seniors and advised them to us that disrespecting some- the people at her college act natural on the runway. one could have unforeseen who were in positions of au- biance of a contemporary upscale restaurant, complete For some students, meeting consequences. She related thority, such as the school’s Ayinde was the best part of a story about a person who headmaster, treated the with white lounge chairs, a bar, and a full course meal. night. Sofi Barrionuevo (VI) Following a cocktail hour shared, “I love ‘America’s was the highly anticipated Next Top Model’ so it was senior fashion show, DJed really cool to meet Aminat… Class of 2010 by David Martin (VI). At she even said she would try to the end of the show, to the model for my photo ISP!” Ryan summed up the opin- surprise of most guests, Mar- Courtesy of Maddie Garcia (VI) Cum Laude tin and Myles Bristow (VI) Randall Jordan (VI) escorts Kara Marciscano (VI) down ion of the students by saying, performed an outstanding the runway. “The benefit was a really break dancing routine on the tickets were sold. the girls chose their dresses great way to have fun and Spring Inductees runway. After the show, the Organized by Pingry par- from Lord & Taylor. Hair- raise money for our school at guests enjoyed a delicious ents Kelly Sandulli and dressers from local salons the same time. I wish I could meal, which was donated by Leslie Patrizio, the fashion and professional make-up do it again.” Alexandra Cheng Jonathan Ciriello From Thinking Small to Risky Plays Continued From Page 1 websites like “Pirate Bay” and Maxwell DeChiara programs like “LimeWire” with handoffs, on the other gain popularity, Hsue believed Beth Garcia hand, is analogous to saving that musicians should embrace and safely investing money, the free transfer of music to at- Maddie Garcia which could have prevented tract new fans. He pointed out the rapid economic collapse. that the more listener-friendly Amy Gopinathan Morash urged her listeners to and accessible bands are, the take informed risks instead of more willing fans would be Tanvi Gupta setting risky plays that will to buy merchandise or concert either pay a large dividend or tickets. Erika Lampert cause a huge failure. Gelman took note of the double standard of derogatory Magnell stressed the im- Courtesy of Communications Office Louisa Lee portance of “thinking small,” and obscene terms. Gelman The contestants wait their turn to speak. despite the huge scale of the pointed out that it’s considered Victoria Lee world around us. Magnell as- “okay” for a Jewish person to with basic questions like “How five finalists, Feng held the serted his belief that the future make an offensive joke about many countries are in North microphone and walked around Jasmin Neal lies in “small” things: nanotech- being Jewish or a black person America” on SAC videos, that the stage. nology, molecular biology, and to use derogatory terms for Afri- sort of blatant ignorance could Allie Logerfo (V) was im- Anthony Parisi so on. However, while thinking can Americans. If someone who easily be corrected by picking pressed by Feng’s speech. “You about these smaller things, isn’t Jewish, or black, makes a up a magazine or a newspaper. could tell how much practice Sean Salamon Magnell warned that we should joke like this, it’s considered Feng pointed out that reading went into Ashley’s speech, and not just limit ourselves to small disgusting and inappropriate. simply for pleasure’s sake has her preparation definitely paid Emily Xia ideas or lose sight of the world Gelman’s speech raised inter- all but disappeared, and reading off,” she said. These impec- as a whole. esting questions about the eth- any sort of material can open cable speaking skills helped Hsue took a stance on In- ics of such a double standard. up horizons to different ideas, Feng win first place in the 2010 ternet piracy of music, claim- Feng encouraged her listen- points of view, and topics. Feng Robert H. Lebow ’58 Memo- Congratulations! ing that it could actually help ers to read more and be well in- raised the bar by memorizing rial Oratorical Competition. artists gain popularity and formed about the world around her entire five-minute speech. Second place went to Magnell, expand their fan base. With the us. While it’s always entertain- Instead of standing at the po- and Hsue and Gelman tied for stunning speed that file sharing ing to watch students struggle dium with notes like the other third place. THE PINGRY RECORD SCHOOL NEWS APRIL 22, 2010 5 Mrs. Landau Leads Her Final Holocaust Remembrance Assembly David Gewirtzman, a Holocaust Now a first year law student at States Army and ironically was man’s talk was accompanied by his speech, “No infant is ever By REBECCA survivor, shared their experi- Benjamin N. Cardozo School of stationed in Germany. a slideshow presentation with born with hatred.” Rather, preju- SPICEHANDLER (V) and ences in order to urge others to Law in Manhattan, Murekatete The two speakers connected pictures from his lifetime. dices are acquired; therefore, it SHAAN GURNANI (V) take action against hatred and travels the country to spread five years ago when Gewirtz- The speeches were followed is the power of today’s youth to On Friday, April 9, The Ho- prejudice. her message of hope, resilience, man visited Murekatete’s high by a brief question-and-answer promote acceptance rather than locaust Remembrance Program As a nine-year-old Tutsi and faith. Murekatete is working school in Queens where she im- session and the traditional Can- hatred. Gewirtzman’s powerful was held in Hauser Auditorium child, Murekatete witnessed the with the nonprofit organization mediately recognized someone dle-Lighting Ceremony led by wish is, “Holocausts and geno- in an effort to remember and slaughter of her parents and six Miracle Corners of the World whose experience felt intimately seniors Erika Lampert and Will cides will only be found in the learn from “man’s inhumanity siblings by the majority Hutu to build a community center in similar and binding. In a note to Pinke in which Murekatete, pages of history.” to man.” This year was longtime tribe during the Rwandan Geno- Rwanda for genocide survivors. Gewirtzman, Murekatete wrote, Gewirtzman, and a few students John Varvaro (V) said, “It coordinator Mrs. Madeline Lan- cide. After escaping with her Gewirtzman experienced a “At one time I, too, like you, had were called to the stage to light was really a different and ex- dau’s final assembly. grandmother to an orphanage, similar situation at age 11 when a feeling of guilt for being alive. candles in remembrance of traordinary experience to hear For this assembly, Jacqueline she was adopted by her uncle in the Germans invaded his small ‘Why was I left?’ I asked myself. those who had lost their lives. from people actually involved Murekatete, a survivor of the Queens and began to assimilate Polish town during World War I never really got an answer to The assembly closed with a with these horrific events.” He 1994 Rwandan Genocide, and to American culture. II. After being consigned to a that, but now…maybe I can do recitation of the Kaddish, the continued, “Genocide is clearly ghetto, where he was forced to my part in making sure that no Hebrew prayer for the dead, by a problem which must be dealt wear the Star of David and abide other human beings go through Gewirtzman. with, and I think the speakers’ by other restrictions imposed by the same experience as I did.” Gewirtzman and Murekatete message that the world must the Nazis, Gewirtzman hid with At the assembly, Murekatete continuously share their stories learn from the past is vital.” Julia his family under a local farmer’s and Gewirtzman told their stories with a hope of inspiring youth Dowling (V) agreed, saying, pigsty for two years. to the audience of faculty and to learn from the past and stop “I think that the assembly was A truly fortunate man, he was students from both the Middle such tragedies from happening especially powerful and stimulat- one of the sixteen out of 8,000 and the Upper School. Gewirtz- again. As Gewirtzman stated in ing this year.” Jews that survived from his town. After spending some time in Italy, where he attended the University of Rome, Gewirtz- Casino Royale Prom Hits the Courtesy of Communications Office man immigrated with his family David Gewirtzman and Jacqueline Murekatete share to the United States in 1948. He their stores. was later drafted into the United Jackpot for Juniors and Seniors SAC Surprises Student Body With Witty Spring Assembly By SARAH PARK (IV) lowed by some witty and amus- of the tension surrounding the The SAC’s Spring Assembly ing remarks about the new roof- issue of cafeteria cleanliness, was held on Wednesday, March ing construction and then a list of while reminding us to clean up 10 during morning meeting. The the Top 10 Faculty Afterschool after we eat.” assembly was a well-kept secret; Activities, which included com- This film was followed by a other than the members, no one paring biceps with Mr. Norman series of short clips: a movie trail- knew what the assembly was LaValette, money bathing with er featuring Adam Armstrong (V) about or when it was going to Mr. Bradford Poprik, and email as a heroic fireman, a mock up of occur. As always, SAC proved reading with Mr. Quoc Vo. a fake psychology survey, and that they could make everyone Next up was a video about the jokes about the beard sketches laugh amidst the academic pres- often-discussed issue of cafeteria displayed in the hallways. sure that students face the week cleanliness. The video featured Since waterless urinals have before spring break. Charlie Laud (VI) and a brigade been installed in the boys’ bath- The assembly began with of other students as the cause rooms to conserve water, SAC Will Pinke (VI) playing his ver- of all of the messes that are left also devised some ironic slogans sion of Beethoven on the piano, in the cafeteria. The short film and pictures to express their feel- accompanied by a slideshow of showed the students amusing ings about the change. pictures and captions as a means themselves by spilling drinks, The assembly’s last big video of mocking his lack of musical throwing food on the tables, and narrated the story of Jenny Gore- J. Dowling (V) expertise. He varied his banging taking dishes out of the conveyor lick (VI), one of the only females Juniors Rebecca Gluck, Chloe Sorvino, and Sam Neibart pose with Aaron Davis (VI). belt and placing them on the in SAC. The video highlights on the keys according to the cap- “One of my favorite decora- Allie Logerfo (V) said, tables. Kate Leib (V) liked the the awkwardness that occurs By NOININ GILBERT (V) tions on the slideshow. tions of the night were the “The whole night was a com- Pinke’s performance was fol- video because “it relieved some between Gorelick and the SAC On Thursday, April 15, plete success and you could boys whenever she tries to con- seating tickets! When I saw the annual Pingry Prom was everyone’s names on the just feel the excitement in tribute to the meetings. held at the Marriott Hotel in the air.” Ganti agreed, saying, The final part of the assembly back of the card I could not Bridgewater. The school was get over how creative it was.” “Whether you were sitting was X-treme Sports, a segment filled with prom chatter for at your table having nice introduced earlier in the school The front of the playing cards the weeks leading up to the corresponded with the cards conversation with friends or year. SAC photoshopped stu- event. Science and substitute on the dance floor, everyone dents’ sports images to make in the center of the tables. teachers Mr. Andrew Alfano Continuing the “Casino can agree that it was a picture them more “extreme.” One of and Ms. Jill Kehoe spearhead- perfect prom that could have the photos featured a boy being Royale” theme, the tables ed the prom committee this were decorated with palm been straight out of a movie.” eaten by a shark. year, and “Casino Royale,” Logerfo summed the night up Maisie Laud (IV), another of leaves and poker chips. After the year’s theme, came to life dinner, students made their nicely: “I think everyone re- the few girls on SAC, “thought on the big night. According ally enjoyed themselves, and the whole assembly went really way to the dance floor. “The to Danielle Westerman (V), DJ was great. I thought he it was a great opportunity to well. We worked really hard on “Their planning, dedication, hang out with kids from dif- everything, and from what we really kept the energy of the and commitment really made night going. I had so much ferent grades and schools. heard, everyone was having for a great Prom.” Everyone looked great too!” a good time.” KC Eboh (IV), fun dancing with my friends As everyone gathered in and seeing everyone dance Westerman said, “Prom agreed, adding that he hopes the hall outside of the ball- was a complete success thanks “SAC will have more assemblies in their Prom attire,” said A. Mohin (V) room, students mingled and Anjana Ganti (V). In fact, to the wonderful Prom Com- like this before the end of the received their seating ar- mittee. It was a night that no Charlie Laud (VI) wreaks havoc on the cafeteria in a year. They’re so funny!” there were even a few “dance- short film. rangements. Westerman said, offs.” one there will soon forget!” What do you think of the construction Pingry is currently undertaking?

Ja s o n Le v i n e (IV) Li z Jo l l e y (IV) Al e x Pa r k e r -Ma g y a r Ja s m i n Ne a l (VI) Se n o r Va s q u e z (VI) a n d Br i a n "It's an "We should get "I hope it's done by "I think it's We i n i g e r (VI) inconvenience but air conditioning graduation." necessary." well needed." instead of a roof." "Highly obstrusive and, quite frankly, condescending." Courtesy of Yvonne Jeng (IV) and Sarah Meyers (IV) 6 THE PINGRY RECORD ARTS APRIL 22, 2010 Gorillaz's "Plastic Beach" Falls Mediocre Performances to a Lousy Into Its Own Musical Category Script in "The Bounty Hunter" Beach,” which features Snoop happily-ever-after ending. subplot was focused on a drug and Dogg. The great symmetry By CHRISTINE KUMAR (IV) When it comes to acting, suicide scandal that was neither between his usual laidback style The 2006 film “The Break- Aniston, America’s sweetheart, interesting nor funny. and the electric background mu- Up” grossed around $200 million definitely disappoints. In addition, The only enjoyable scenes sic is instantly intriguing. worldwide. Although the acting Butler’s caveman-like qualities of the movie came from “SNL” From there, the album keeps and direction of the film were sub- are a turn-off for the audience. actor Jason Sudeikis’ character the listener satisfied with its par, it achieved such box-office However, the worst part about Stewart, who plays an awkward hypnotic, eclectic musical style success because of rumors that this movie is the screenplay: it is man willing to do absolutely and extraordinary lyrics. This lead actors Jennifer Aniston and predictable and full of clichés. The anything – even endure torture – Vince Vaughn were dating. love between Milo and Nicole is for Nicole. is most notably demonstrated Unfortunately, it’s the same poorly portrayed: they simply Overall, “The Bounty Hunter” in “Stylo,” which features Mos situation with Aniston’s new fight with each other throughout isn’t a terrible movie, but if you Def and Bobby Womack. The romantic comedy “The Bounty the movie and seem to have ab- enjoy romantic comedies, just synthesized musical interludes Hunter.” Despite the critics’ solutely nothing in common. The wait for it to come out on DVD. and soulful lyricism create a scathing reviews, it made about musical experience that ex- $20 million in its opening week- plains why the song reached end purely because of speculation such success as a pre-released that Aniston and co-star Gerard Pingry Alum Curates single. Butler are dating. The group still keeps the mu- “The Bounty Hunter” narrates sical styles diverse throughout the story of Milo, a tough yet Provocative Exhibit the album with some upbeat sweet bounty hunter, and Nicole, tracks, like “Superfast Jellyfish” an ambitious metro journalist. Courtesy of Google Images featuring Gruff Rhys and De The divorcees are reconnected and commercial success. With La Soul, some slower, deeper when Milo has to bring Nicole to By DAN ABEND (IV) progressive musical techniques, ones like “Broken,” and tracks jail because she skipped a court The English virtual band unique lyricism, and fantastic that fall in between these de- appearance so that she could fol- low up on a newspaper article. Gorillaz is back, this time with guest appearances from artists scriptions like “Some Kind of However, Nicole, who is hot like Mos Def, Lou Reed, Snoop their third studio album, “Plas- Nature” featuring Lou Reed. on the trail of a big story, tries tic Beach.” Although different Dogg, and Mick Jones, “Plastic All of these tracks come everything she can to wriggle out from their previous albums Beach,” which is often consid- together to provide is a unique, of his clutches. “Gorillaz” and “Demon Days,” ered a “pop” album, is really in fantastic listening experience. When Nicole’s amateur detec- it is clear that Damon Albarn a category all its own. If the listener keeps an open tive work lands her in trouble and and his two-dimensional group The album starts off with mind when listening to “Plastic Milo becomes the target of thugs, created something even more an “Orchestral Intro,” but then Beach,” it’s easy to see why the two begin to rely on each other special with this album. delves into the core of the tracks such an astounding number of for survival. The two rekindle Released in March, “Plastic with the aptly named “Welcome people thoroughly enjoy this their love while solving a drug Beach” has earned solid reviews to the World of the Plastic album. scandal, leading to the typical Seniors Charlie Laud and Luke Pounder Interview Screenwriter Geoff LaTulippe written two - one in college (a when your peers, the people who feature-length version of a short represent them and the people who I’d written) and one a couple of buy scripts like your work enough years ago out here. Both sucked to mention it...well, it was a big badly. BADLY. I sent them out to deal to me. one or two people each and quickly realized that not only was neither a 7. Along with the dialogue, the story I really wanted to write, but scene description in your script A. Mohin (V) I wasn’t good enough to tackle is very funny. Do you believe An abstract sculpture featured in the exhibit. them. So I read more, learned having funny scene description is The wonderful thing about this By MOLLY SCHULMAN (IV) more, and when I was ready, I important? exhibition is that the meaning wrote “Going the Distance.” And Currently on display in the is all relative.” that got a good reaction, which is I don’t know if it’s important. Pingry art gallery is an excit- Students who have been fantastic, but I still have a hell of A lot of times scene description is ing exhibition put together by to the gallery find it unique Courtesy of IMDB a lot more to learn. Drew Barrymore and Justin Long star in "Going the just scene description. Sometimes Pingry alum Jon DeCola ‘01. and interesting. The content Distance." it helps if it’s minimal and just This is the first time ever at makes it hard to understand background comes from having 5. Personally, I can’t wait to guides the reader through the script Pingry that someone was asked the exhibit without spending Courtesy of Charlie Laud (VI) read and dissected over 3,000 see “It’s Always Sunny in Phila- quickly. Other times it’s better as to come in and select the artists time to think about each work. and Luke Pounder (VI) scripts. Once you know what to delphia’s” Charlie Day in a big almost prose, descriptive enough and works to be featured in the Jonathan Freinberg (IV) said, do – and more importantly, what film role. Are you happy with the that it helps draw the reader more gallery. Art teacher Mr. Miles “The intentional shadows cre- Geoff LaTulippe is the screen- NOT to do – you sort of guide casting? Are the actors they cast into the story. With comedy, I think Boyd said that the show fea- ated by the sculptures were writer of “Going The Distance,” yourself into the process. older than the ones you had in you have a little leeway with the tures “up-and-coming young very interesting.” Other stu- a romantic comedy slated for mind? scene description, so if you drop important artists from New dents agree that this show was release late this summer. Centered 2. What’s your creative pro- a funny line or two in there, you York who are early in their very “thought-provoking” and on a couple trying to maintain a cess? You have no idea how excited I help keep the tone you’re going careers and have been shown noteworthy. long-distance relationship, the am about Charlie. No idea. “Sun- for within the reader’s grasp and before at the International Art DeCola, the 26-year-old cu- movie stars Drew Barrymore, Honestly, I’m not sure I have ny” is my favorite show on TV hopefully keep them entertained Fair.” rator, is currently living in New Justin Long, Christina Applegate, a creative process. I sit down and right now, and he was the one guy even when the characters aren’t The work in the gallery York City and pursing a career “Saturday Night Live’s” Jason I write. If I’m not feeling what I wanted badly for that role from speaking or performing much of features bright photography as a photographer. The show he Sudekis, and “It’s Always Sunny I’m writing, I stop. If it’s flowing the first moment, so if I said it was an action. by DeCola himself, words such put together consists of works in Philadelphia’s” Charlie Day. On well, I don’t stop. I can write five anything less than awesome, I’d be as “stink” and “creep” painted made by fellow contemporary top of writing screenplays, Geoff pages in a day or I can write 50. If lying to you. 8. Do you have any advice for on a light background, and a artists in New York. According has also written comedic pieces for I think something I wrote is crap As far as everyone else, we aspiring screenwriters? variety of sculptures. Paint- to Mr. Boyd, he “did some of geekweek.com and ESPN.com. (which happens a lot), I’ll rework got the types we wanted, the ing teacher Mr. Peter Delman the most important 9-11 images Originally from Pennsylvania, he it until I think it’s right or that it kind of people that could play the I could give screenwriters commented, “The work in the ever done.” After being a part graduated from James Madison at least won’t wreck my career. characters in the script for literally enough advice to fill a book show is subtle, understated and of the art program all four years University and is a huge fan of And once I hand something in, every role. It was like some kind (hmmm...maybe that’s an idea...), demands that the viewer think. at Pingry, he spent his freshman Phil Collins. I get prepared to rewrite because of magic trick. I have no idea but I think there are a couple of It is representative of much of year of college at Parsons in writing is rewriting, as the old how it all came together, but it things that are paramount: read the work of younger contempo- New York and then transferred 1. What is your writing back- saying goes. did. Originally we were looking scripts. Read as many scripts as rary artists.” to the International School of ground? at actors in their early 20's to play you can, both good and bad, pro- When one walks around the Photography. 3. Who are your influences? Erin, but when Drew became an duced and never having a chance new exhibition, the abstract DeCola’s work, which Mr. As far as writing professionally, option there was not a second’s to be produced. The good ones pieces of art require a little Boyd calls “tremendous quali- “Going The Distance” is my back- Influences: John Hughes, Cam- hesitation in making the character will show you the kinds of things extra thought to decipher their ty,” includes commercial work, ground. Pre-professionally, I’ve eron Crowe, James L. Brooks, just two or three years older. you should be doing - and the meanings. Mr. Boyd comment- fine art, and photography. Some written in some form or another Judd Apatow, Richard Curtis. bad ones will show you what you ed that “there’s some similarity of his works in the exhibition for as long as I can remember. I I’m also a big fan of anyone who 6. Your script got 14 votes on shouldn’t be doing, which might between the ways people probe, include the double TV image just always liked stories...and I has the freedom to do and say the “blacklist.” What are your be even more helpful. Learn three- one of the reasons why abstract with dialogue on the bottom of always loved movies. I took a whatever they want whenever they thoughts on the “blacklist?” Did act structure, at least in theory, so art is so interesting. Since all the left-hand wall, an abstract couple of writing classes in college want...and yet they choose not to you know about it before your you know how to break the rules the pieces of art assembled photograph with bright colors, (fiction, short fiction, playwriting, abuse that power. script was on it? the right way later. And pay at- in the gallery have been put and another small photograph scriptwriting, etc.), but it just made tention to the way people talk and together for a reason, it makes that is quite hard to decipher. sense to get into the writing that 4. Do you remember how I was well aware of the black- interact. Stories and concepts are one question what the similari- Mr. Boyd asserted, “He’s some- allowed me to tell stories in movie many features you had written list before I ended up on it, and it great, but if you aren’t accurately ties are between a ladder with one you’ll know someday. I form. All that said, I worked as a before “Going the Distance?” was a HUGE honor. If you’re a able to capture humanity and emo- an opaque neon yellow piece guarantee it.” Judging from this script reader for New Line Cinema new writer, you want to be on it, tion, you’ll never be telling a full of plastic balancing on it and art show, he’s definitely a force for 4+ years, so most of my writing Hmmmmm. Technically, I had plain and simple. No matter what, narrative. of a man crouching in a ditch. to be reckoned with. THE PINGRY RECORD ARTS APRIL 22, 2010 THE PINGRY RECORD SPORTS APRIL 22, 2010 7 Girls' and Boys' Varsity Swimming End Seasons On Top backstroke. (VI) and Gabby Scrudato (VI) Lee, the girls’ head coach, watching everyone rising to The double wins were cel- By NICOLE BLUM (III) Captain Calvin Jones (VI) were “thrilled with the way the agreed, saying, “All of the the occasion was outstanding.” ebrated by pushing coaches On February 27, both the and assistant captain Nick Gil- girls swam.” “Thirty-five per- performances were impres- Despite some tense moments, Bill Reichle, Judy Lee, and boys’ and the girls’ Varsity ligan (VI) were very proud of sonal best times were achieved sive. Seeing the culmination the girls eventually triumphed Steve Droste into the College Swimming teams won the the team’s performance, which at the meet,” Hager said. Mrs. of everyone’s best efforts and with a score of 90-80. of New Jersey’s pool. Non-Public B state champion- allowed them to advance to ship. The girls captured the the Meet of Champions. “The title for the first time in twelve Meet of Champions was our years, while this is the third final meet, for which we had straight state championship been training all year,” Gilligan that the boys have won. said. There, the boys delivered The boys won against Holy another amazing performance, Spirit by a landslide, with a “sweeping all of the relays.” final score of 109-61. The team “Very few teams in the his- was led by junior standout tory of the Meet of Champions Nic Fink, who was named the have ever done that,” Gilli- Star Ledger’s Swimmer of the gan added. Overall, the boys’ Year. Fink, who is ranked first team showed an unbelievable in the state for the 100-yard season: they were undefeated breaststroke and second in during the regular season in the the state for the 200-yard In- competitive Skyland Confer- dividual Medley, broke out ence and were named the best of his comfort zone at the boys’ team in the state by the championship meet. He swam Star Ledger. the 100-yard butterfly (56.73) The girls’ team faced a and the 100-yard backstroke tough challenge against Bishop (56.66), winning second and Eustace, who was favored to third places, respectively. win the meet. In the 200-yard Other key contributors to medley relay, Cailee Cassidy the win were James Ross (IV) (IV), Kathryn Kolb (V), Regan and Brandon Moy (VI). Ross Fink (VI), and Morgan Burke placed first in the 200-yard (III) established a new school Individual Medley, while Moy record with a time of 1:52.42. placed first in the 50-yard free- Alysia Tsui (VI) broke an- style. Moy was also essential other record with 59.55 in the to securing first place in both 100-yard butterfly. Tsui pushed the 200-yard medley relay Pingry to the lead once again and the 400-yard freestyle with her first place 100-yard relay. In fact, Holy Spirit won backstroke swim (59.82). only one event, the 100-yard Captains Meghan Hager Girls' Basketball

Achieves #2 Rank B. Morrison '64 44-27. By HAYLEY ADVOKAT (III) The quarterfinal was against This season, the girls’ Var- The Oak Knoll School’s pow- Boys' Varsity Ice Hockey Finishes Their sity Basketball team had their erhouse team. Emily Dam- best record ever. By the semi- strom (IV) and Stephanie final round of the State Tour- Hanchuck (V) scored ten Successful Run With Stellar 20-4-1 Record nament, the varsity squad’s points each and had a total of first to win twenty games and son with a ranking of ninth in By KASIA AXTELL (III) many more victories. record was 21-3. 17 rebounds. Pingry’s victory “This team will be consid- the first to finish in the top the state, the team definitely The team was named Con- led #2 ranked Pingry to play With a final record of ered the best Pingry Hockey twenty overall,” said Martin. has reason to be proud of its ference Champions when they #3 ranked Paramus Catholic 20-4-1, the boys’ Varsity Ice team ever because we are the And, after finishing the sea- success. began the North Jersey Non- in the Semi-Final round. Hockey season was the best Public “A” State Tournament, As expected, it was a one in school history. Despite and their unbelievable season close game with multiple a disappointing 3-1 loss to gave them a “bye” for the first lead changes in every quarter. Montgomery in the Skyland round. Despite extraordinary efforts Conference Championship The team faced Immacula- from Victoria Morgan (VI), Finals, the rest of the season ta High School in the second who scored eight points, and round. Pingry Head Coach was hugely successful with the dedication of the entire key wins against schools David White called the Im- team, Pingry lost in the final such as Ridge, Hillsborough, macualata team “a tenacious seconds. and dogged team that will Lexi Van Beisen (III) Randolph, Kinnelon, St. not roll over for anybody.” thought that the best part of Peter’s Prep, and, the team’s Forward Kelly Kurylak (VI) being a member of the team longtime rival, Chatham had a total of ten points and was “meeting all the girls High School. 11 rebounds, and Pingry was and having fun while work- Led by senior captains victorious with a score of ing hard.” Peter Martin and Ryan Kiska, senior assistant captains Brian Weiniger and Andrew LaFontaine, and head coach John Magadini, the team pulled off incredible wins in the new, more competitive conference. Particularly no- table for the team was beat- ing Montgomery twice dur- ing the regular season with final scores of 3-2 and 3-0. One of the most disap- pointing losses occurred in the Prep B finals when Pin- gry lost 5-2 to Morristown- Beard. However, the team is still enthusiastic about their season. “We can’t complain. We had a great run,” Martin said. Next year’s team looks to be just as good, despite the loss of 7 key players: Martin, LaFontaine, Weiniger, Rus- soniello, Brandon Brier (VI), Pierce Fowler (VI), and Kis- ka who was recently named Star Ledger’s Central Jersey Player of the Year. However, top scorer Matt Beattie (V) will lead the team next year, B. Morrison '64 hopefully powering them to B. Morrison '64 Page

Vo l8 u m e CXXXVI, Nu m b e r 5 SpThe Pingry o School, M rartinsville, New t Jersey S Ap r i l 22, 2010 Preseason Florida Trip Prepares Boys' and Girls' Varsity Lacrosse team began their preseason Senior captains Ali Rotato- “The Training trip was ben- “fun times playing on the field The boys’ Varsity team is By AMANDA HULSE (III) with a training trip to Florida; ri, Katie Bennett, and Katlyn eficial for all of us, lacrosse- and in the parks and hotel led this year by senior cap- Both the boys’ and girls’ the girls traveled to Disney Casey were very happy about wise and in just bringing the gave the team members the tains Tyler Zoidis and Dylan Varsity Lacrosse teams are off World, and the boys stayed the trip and are all excited team together,” explained opportunity to get to know Westerhold, and by Coach to a great start this year. Each near Orlando. about the upcoming season. Bennett. She thought that the those who they didn’t know Mike Webster. very well and reconnect with The team had a great trip those they hadn’t talked to in to World Class Lacrosse in a while.” Kissimmee, Florida. They The team was also very won scrimmages against The successful on their trip, win- Middlesex School and Deer- ning seven out of the eight field Academy and lost to the scrimmages they played. Woodberry Forest Academy. Head Coach Michelle Poole When they weren’t playing and Assistant Coach Meredith lacrosse, the team visited Finkelstein led the team to Universal Studios and went their first victory against to see a movie. Montgomery. The game ended In the regular season, they with a score of ten to seven. lost their first two games to The team also beat Jefferson Montgomery and Hunterdon Township High School 17-6 Central but are still looking on April 3rd. forward to a successful sea- Rotatori is very happy son. As Parker Butler (III) about the team this year be- said, “I’ve been waiting for cause as she said, “Although lax season since the summer.” we lost some really good play- David Soled (III) attested, “It ers last year, we have really will be a good lax season.” strong underclassmen who He’s hoping “to get a couple are rising to the challenge to wins to break his losing streak complete the team.” in Pingry sports.” Varsity Baseball Strives to Improve By YVVONE JENG (IV) seniors are still the backbone of the team. Allen continued, B. Morrison '64 The Varsity Baseball team “Hamilton has been solid at is starting their season with third base, and Logerfo’s extra significant improvements from batting practice has paid off.” Boys' Varsity Tennis Joins New last year. With high expec- Lee added, “Branchina has tations for the players, the proved to be an impressive coaches hope to rebound from catcher, Keller and Sinha are tough losses to Bernards and spectacular pitchers, and Kiska Skyland Conference20 last year, but the boys, who believe With that the matches High will up from lastHopes year’s JV team and North Warren and improve By KATE LEIB (IV) has been an awesome hitter.” return with five varsity start- benefit the team. Weiniger said, are starting at second doubles. their current record of 3-5. Allen also commented on This spring, boys’ Varsity ers, believe they will be strong “Tougher competition will ul- Meiring also has high hopes Varsity players are sopho- the strength of the Junior Tennis faces bigger and more competitors. timately lead to a stronger and for another new Varsity player, mores Dan Keller, Lee Barker, Varsity players, saying, “JV challenging schools in the Sky- Although matches against deeper tennis team.” Henry Gadsden (V). Meiring Rob Kiska, Nick Branchina, has excelled under the star land Conference. The new con- larger schools will be tough, Victor Hsue (V) and James said, “Gadsden, who is new to Ben Ballintyn, Anders Velis- pitching and leadership of ference includes seven schools senior captains Brian Weiniger, Chin (VI), two new additions to Pingry tennis, has the budding chek; juniors Ethan Kenny, Tim sophomore Nik Oza. Keller named to the Star Ledger Top Nic Meiring, and David Kerr the Varsity squad, have moved potential to boost this year’s Lee, Randy Falk; and seniors said, “The team has poten- team to being a top contender for Robby Allen, Simon Greene, tial to win some games in the county and state titles.” David Hamilton, Andrew the county tournament.” Weiniger added, “I think it is Logerfo, Freddy Porges, Ryan Lee concluded, “Coach Cor- vital to note that due to freshman Kiska, and captain Ram Sinha. vino runs a great program, and Mike O’Reilly, team spirits have There are a lot of young pitch- he pushes us to do the best we never been higher. Thanks to his ers, which, according to Allen can. Although sometimes our quirky sense of humor and both “will be good to maintain the record might not show it, we his naïveté and jejune outlook on team’s standing for the next work really hard and are a life, he has brought stress levels few years.” However, the tight team.” down and playing levels up.” The Star Ledger named Pin- gry, among schools including CBA, St. Augustine, and Del- barton, as top contenders for the Prep A state championship. According to Meiring, “The past three years, Delbarton has beaten us in the Section Finals of the State tournament.” He added, “We have been working hard in the offseason and the preseason to make this year dif- ferent.” Kerr and Meiring hope to make it deep into the State tournament as doubles partners this year. So far, the team has beaten Ridge High School and Watc- hung Hills with scores of 3-2 B. Morrison '64 and 4-1. However, losses to Blair Academy, Hillsborough, and Montgomery prove that there is Upcoming Games still room for improvement. Two main goals for the team 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 24th - Boys' Varsity Lacrosse vs. Ridge this year are winning the Som- erset County Tournament and 2:00 PM, Saturday, April 24th - Boys' Varsity Baseball SCIAA 1st Round beating Delbarton in the Sec- tional Finals of the State cham- pionship. Weiniger concluded, 4:00 PM, Tuesday, April 27th - Boys' Varsity Track vs. Warren Hills “Nearly every match is going to be tough, and fan support is 3:30 PM, Wednesday, April 28th - Girls' Varsity Golf vs. Bridgewater Raritan greatly appreciated!” B. Morrison '64 4:00 PM, Thursday, April 29th - Girls' Varsity Lacrosse vs. Phillipsburg The Editors would like to thank Mr. Bruce Morrison '64 for taking sports photographs and allowing the Record to use them.