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The home stretch. Toro-Velasquez who was accepted by necticut,” said Tison. “I’ll have to wait “I haven’t heard back yet from any It’s coming down to the wire, High school seniors from Water- a few schools so far, but then she real- until March.” of my schools,” said senior Angel these seniors seem to be excited about bury Conn. are nearly done applying ized, “the end is near, it makes me so Rolling admission makes for an ago- Arzola. finishing up the college process, mak- to college and whether they have heard happy and scared for my future.” nizing wait. And then there’s putting down a ing deposits and all but there’s one back, weigh in on acceptances, the fi- “I got accepted in Eastern Con- “I have applied to many schools deposit to secure a spot. thing that nancial aid opportunities, scholarships necticut State University and South- and haven’t heard back yet because I “I’m pretty skeptical about put- seems to and deposits in January 2017. ern Connecticut State University,” applied rolling admission,” said Savan- ting down a deposit because the cheap- stick in their “It’s very affordable,” said Sacred said Toro-Velasquez. nah Hernandez. “Boston College, Bos- est one of my schools so far is $300,” heads, and Heart senior Sabrina Martino who re- Some others feel the same way she ton University, UMass Boston, said Toro-Velasquez. “Plus, commit- that is, com- ceived a $15,000 scholarship and a does. UConn, Columbia, New York Univer- ment is scary.” mitment to spot on the Divison II tennis team at “It’s a bittersweet moment getting sity, Marymount Manhattan, PACE, Others are in the same situation. one school. Post University. “Because I go to your first acceptance letter,” said se- Tufts and Central Connecticut State “I think my family is unsure of “Commit- Sacred Heart, their tuition is the cost nior Alexis Makubika-Tison. “It’s like University’s applications are all cur- when we should put our deposit down ment is a of Sacred Hearts’ plus $10,000.” starting a new chapter of your life, the rently being processed.” because of how early,” said Martino. scary word,” It is a rare occurrence that a stu- high school journey was so much fun Early action is like applying as an “Also I’m rooming with my friend said dent finds the cost of college inexpen- while it lasted.” elite, someone who really is showing Bianca at Post so I’m waiting for her Velasquez. sive, so Martino considers herself That’s not all for Waterbury’s se- interest for that school. Rolling admis- to do her deposit too.” blessed. Others were just excited they niors. Others got into even more sion is applying after the early action “Putting down a deposit is a weird have gotten accepted, however. schools already, thanks to the perks deadline, and your application will be thought to me, I like the thought of OFFICIAL One Eagle Flyer staff senior “At first it was like ‘oh yeah! This of early action admission. processed after all the early action ap- being all said and done with college, received this mug from the University of New Haven when they informed her she place just accepted me,’ ” said W.F. “I have gotten into all of my col- plications are processed. For some, the but I want to make sure I made the was accepted. Kaynor Technical senior Genesis leges except for University of Con- wait continues. right decision,” said Arzola. Photo by Samantha Campanaro/staff Wear red Feb. 5 for heart health; yearly 735,000 Americans suffer heart attack By Samantha Campanaro Managing Editor Get checkups, spread awareness about heart disease since misconceptions exist COMMENTARY Heart disease takes one in four people. tack. Of these, 525,000 are a first heart attack ing to world-heart-federation.org. Noticing the symptoms and taking action is This disease is genetic or caused by unhealthy and 210,000 happen in people who have already While these might seem like just names they another problem. While you may feel these options, yet it is the leading cause of death in had a heart attack,” according to the CDC. highlight high blood pressure, heart damage from symptoms, people don’t want to believe it is America, and takes many by surprise since it is For many, heart disease runs in families’ ge- rheumatic fevers, heart murmurs and deformi- heart disease so they pass it off as something never given a second thought. netics, which is the case myself. However, choos- ties, and the membranes of the actual heart. else, as this writer has seen happen with her “Coronary heart disease is the most common ing to exercise, eat healthy and monitor your bod- Of course there are also the typical heart is- own eyes. type of heart disease, killing over 370,000 people ies’ health, people can help avoid heart issues. sues of heart attacks, and bypass surgeries. How- However, ignoring these signs can lead to a annually,” according to the “Feb. 5, (is) the day nationally-recognized to ever, while the names may be known, the symp- sudden death, or tragic illness. Centers for Disease Control. wear red and promote heart health,” according to toms can vary from men and women. “Women age 45 and younger are more likely “Every year about 735,000 theheartfoundation.org. “Men and women alike can experience the than men to die within a year of their first heart Americans have a heart at- Promoting the awareness of heart health can well-known heart attack symptoms like gripping attack,” according to goredforwomen.org. BE AWARE This ribbon the author possibly help save lives. However, common mis- chest pains and breaking out in cold sweat. But Once you have a heart disease issue, there is wore for an awareness event is conceptions exist about symptoms and diseases. women can also have subtler, less recognizable a good chance to have one again. Stop it before just one means of spreading in- “Rheumatic heart disease, hypertensive heart symptoms such as chest pains and discomfort in you get to the first one. Across drug stores like formation about Feb. 5, which is a CVS there are now blood pressure and choles- day nationally recognized to pro- disease, ischemic heart disease, cerebrovascular the stomach, jaw, neck or back, nausea and short- mote heart health. disease (and) inflammatory heart disease,” are ness of breath,” according to the terol monitors to tell you how your heart is do- Photo by Samantha Campanaro/staff the most common cardiovascular diseases accord- goredforwomen.org. Please see WEAR RED, page 7 Making resolutions: helpful or harmful? Obama moves to Trump’s By Samarah Brunette Welcoming 2017 with list of improvements Correspondent daughter’s neighborhood We welcome a new year but, does that mean a new “improved” goals, referring to them as “healthy” By Quiny Grant Former president stays in D.C. you? even. Correspondent Waterbury residents and students voiced different opinions on “I feel like I can change myself whether setting resolutions are beneficial to their year Monday, anytime of year,” said freshman Nick Dukharan. President Barack Obama, as of Jan. 9, 2017, will be leaving office Jan. 7, 2017. Dukharan said he feels “improvement has no date.” Like as president and the White House to live in the Kalorama residential neighborhood located in Washington, D.C. Jan. 20, 2017 when “It's better to wake up and fix what you can about yourself,” Dukharan, other Kennedy students said there would be no differ- President-elect Donald Trump will be inaugurated and move in on said Waterbury resident Josephine Jones. ence in making a New Year’s resolution. that same day. Jones said she recommended everyone setting resolutions or “The year would ‘go on,’ resolution or not,” said freshman “They’ve said they’ll be with us as citizens, but I really hope that Jalissa Robles. Michelle runs for president,” said freshman Melany Junco. Just like the year, another student felt a resolution would “go The residential area in which the Obamas happens to be living is on” but, certainly not for too long. the same as daughter of Donald Trump Ivanka Trump and her hus- “Whether or not a resolution helps depends on you,” said band, which she has recently purchased, according to freshman Justyn Verdejo. www.washingtonexaminer. “I’m sad, he was a really great president,” said sophomore Izzy Nothing will improve without effort, according to Verdejo. Pagan. “He was an intelligent, kind man and got things done.” Jones, Dukharan, Robles and Verdejo all had different ideas of The house, owned by Joe Lockhart, was last sold in 2014 for $5 improvement and the time for it. How would you suggest to “im- million, according to www.cnn.com. prove” this 2017? “We’re going to have to stay a couple of years in D.C. probably “365 days is enough time for improvement,” said Jones. so Sasha can finish (high school),” said Obama to CNN March 2016. Black history focus began in 1925 thanks to Carter Woodson

By Jade Roman More classes feature history News Editor COMMENTARY Black History Month, which takes place in February, de- rived from the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH). The organization, founded by Carter G. Woodson “announced Negro History Week in 1925,” according to africanamericanhistorymonth.gov. February was selected be- cause it is the “birth month of Frederick Douglas and Abraham Lincoln,” according to history.com. After years of oppression, Negro History Week became a controversial subject in terms of incorporating the celebration into school systems, thus teaching Beat boredom the young black youth about important African Americans who have had an impact in history. The Learn new skills push for this historical week to become acknowledged within schools became strengthened as a The month of result of the Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s. February was Find a path to college or a career Woodson’s death in 1950 also became a contributing factor to not only beginning to teach African American history within schools, but also lengthening the period of the history week. In “selected because it is 1976, the week in February became a month’s celebration. Today, many schools not only incorpo- How? the ‘birth month of rate Black History Month within history curriculums, but also have made African American his- Frederick Douglass Sign up for Journalism or Public Speaking tory a class itself, including Kennedy, which presently has 11 students. No experience necessary; you’ll be surprised “I want to do the class justice because it is supposed to be taught from an African-American and Abraham at what you can learn! perspective. It’s hard when you haven’t experienced it yourself,” said Ms. Pasnick, who is in her Lincoln.’ Stop by room 105 for more information second year of teaching the African American history class she inherited from Mrs. Hayes. Black history, in general, is crucial to U.S. history, shaping this country into what it is today. according” to history.com Features The Eagle Flyer/February 2017, page 3

By Aliya Hernandez, Who is your Valentine, and how much is enough for the perfect gift? Features Editor

“My boyfriend; chocolate, some balloons and a “My cat Liberace; meow mix.” “Kevin Viel; a necklace.” nice bear.” Officer Todd Candaira Fewell, freshman Brianna Sepulveda, junior

“(Anyone); chocolate and flowers.” “Whoever Cupid shoots his arrow at; a date, “I don’t have one; flowers and chocolate.” Kevin Viel, senior box of chocolates, flowers, and a good time.” Jasmyn Solberg, sophomore David Areizega, senior Humanity: does it exist? Get ready for Winter Wonderland dance By Lamya Sultana By Damaris Cabrera State counts 3,902 homeless people, Dance runs from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 Correspondent would students help those in need? Staff Writer If Waterbury residents had a chance Because we have things that we want, It’s a night to remember. be set up months in advance and re- dents buy tickets without knowing to help homeless people once a month, unlike many who don’t so, why not Everyone is dressed to the nines, quire a lot of work from not only teach- where the money is going. would anybody do it? help them,” said junior Salma Akter. the music is blaring, lights are shining, ers but also students.” “All I know is that some of the There are a lot of homeless people It looks like some teenagers still and cheekbones are glowing. Seems too “I know that it is a lot of work that money (from) the ticket is usually put who need help, but not everybody gets have humanity in them, so what about good to be true, but the cost of these is being put into dances. The people into the dance most of the time,” said a chance to do so and some just do not younger people--the next generation? events are greater than a crisp Hamilton. that are running it have to manage and Leitao. care; this experience will tell us if there “(The homeless) are helpless and Students and teachers reflect on the find different things for the dance like In this specific case, all the money is still hope in humanity in Waterbury, they really don’t have anything, so yes work that goes into planning school the DJ or decorations,” said junior from the dance is going to support the Conn. regarding who would help oth- I would love to help,” said 9-year-old events as the National Honor Society Alessandra Leitao. National Honor Society and the pro- ers as of Monday, Jan. 9, 2017. Waterbury resident Adnan Wahab. is hosting a Winter Wonderland dance “I’m aware of how much work goes grams they plan to have this year. “I would help homeless people be- in Kennedy’s cafeteria, headed by se- into planning events because I planned “We would like the proceeds from cause I love to help and see smiles on nior Fiona LeMoine, Friday Feb. 24, an Eagle project,” said senior Jacob the dance to go to a PBIS activity we people’s faces,” said junior Yaritza Heck yeah! I would 2017 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Dinklocker, who is an Eagle Scout. are planning involving Kennedy stu- Vega. “I didn’t know how much went into A big aspect of dances and most dents and fifth graders from feeder There are just so many negative (help the homeless) planning a school (event) before I took school events is money, and some stu- schools,” said Clark. things happening in people’s lives that every week even if I on this project,” said LeMoine. at one point they don’t feel like “ According to LeMoine, getting the Decorations will be winter can. Because we have spreading smiles. Well, that is wrong date for an event secured involves get- themed, so expect to see a couple things that we want, since there is still hope in Vega to ting permission from principal Mr. snowflakes, lights, and if we’re change some miserable lives. unlike many who Johnston, and reserving the location “ Fiona LeMoine, lucky, glowsticks. “I am a generous person, so yes I don’t so, why not help with assistant principal Miss Glass. senior, who is in charge would help them,” said junior Then it is a matter of designing tickets, Photo of ticket courtesy of Fiona LeMoine of the dance Sebastian Delvalle. them? finding a DJ, and picking out decora- Not only Vega, but Delvalle as well Salma Akter tions. as another junior also has the human- junior “Decorations will be winter themed, ” ity to help the ones in need. so expect to see a couple snowflakes, “Because I am happy with the for- Each year” the Connecticut Coali- lights, and if we’re lucky, glowsticks,” tune I have, so I would like to help the tion to End Homelessness (cceh.org) said LeMoine. less fortunate,” said junior Samantha conducts a count of homeless people. With all the work going on behind Feliciano. For their most recent count, the night the scenes in the dance, it brings up the Some people are thankful for hav- of Jan. 26, 2016, there were a total of question as to whether students are ing a life in which they don’t need to 3,902 people experiencing aware of the effort that goes into plan- worry about what to eat or what to homelessness in the state, according ning school events. wear, and they are ready to provide to cceh.org. However, just the year “Can I be honest?” said National help just like Feliciano and another jun- before, 2015, the total number of Honor Society advisor and science ior. homeless individuals was 4,038. teacher Mrs. Clark. “I don’t think stu- “Heck yeah! I would (help the So why not help these people who dents are aware of the work and time homeless) every week even if I can. are in need? that goes into planning. Events need to Commentary The Eagle Flyer/February 2017, page 4 MEMORIES OF FATHER Wayne Wilson, 27, seen Change your focus here with his one-year-old daughter at Siesta Key Beach in Sarasota, Feb. 14 away from Florida, passed away Jan. 7, 2017 from illness related to high blood pressure and kidney gifts to appreciation failture. Permission to use this photo was given by Staff Editorial Wilson’s mother, Nancy Arias. Why do we focus on Feb. 14 when we can turn our attention to Feb. 15, also known as the day stores sell their candy or gifts at half price? Valentine’s Day isn’t the only holiday in February, but with its competition of President’s Day, National Wear Red Day, and Lincoln’s birthday, it just seems to be most popular. The history behind this day is actually interesting considering how it is believed that early on “as part of the celebrations, boys drew names of girls from a box. They’d be boyfriend and girlfriend during the festival and sometimes they’d get married,” according to the BBC Newsround. Imagine having that blind date with your new “boyfriend” or “girlfriend.” This tradition dates back to the ancient Roman Festival of Lupercalia that evolved into the holiday we know today that rec- Photo courtesy of Nancy Arias. ognizes loved ones. However, in the United States, it began as a commercial industry for Valentine’s Day cards before all else. According to the Greeting Card Remembering cousin taken far too soon Association, 25 percent of cards sent all year are By Giselle Piris Valentine’s Day cards. Correspondent High blood pressure, kidney failure worth discussing COMMENTARY Fortune.com has researched the average spend- ing amount across the major holidays, and it turns out Knowing someone with high blood pressure is a serious thing. enough water, then you can get kidney failure. I never knew people Some people think it doesn’t hurt you nor kill you, but that’s a so young, can die at a young age; look at my cousin Wayne. He Valentine’s Day comes just after Christmas with the lie. It can lead to many other problems and sometimes even cause was so young and yet it’s so sad that people can die from these second highest average of $512.03 per person. As nice death. Wayne Wilson 27, left this beautiful world due to high diseases,” said my brother Jose Villanueva as it is to have this day dedicated to loved ones, it blood pressure and kidney failure. He passed away Jan. 7, 2017 “If you drink a lot of soda, you can get kidney stones. Usually would probably be easier to celebrate if prices for com- at 4:50 p.m. doctors say it’s due to Pepsi and dairy products,” said Owens. mon Valentine’s gifts didn’t increase by 1.3 percent in I never really believed high blood pressure can cause so many I never knew that doctors would say soda can cause kidney issues until the day I got a call telling me my cousin passed away. stones, it makes me not want to drink soda anymore. It’s scary to 2015, which is “more than the overall rate of infla- When I received this call, I couldn’t help but look up what my know that you can get a sickness, such as kidney stones just by tion,” (fortune.com). This must make people think twice cousin was affected with. I know you’re wondering. Well my drinking soda or eating dairy products. before buying expensive jewelry or flowers for gifts. cousin Wayne Wilson passed away due to high blood pressure “With salt, I don’t put a lot. If you go to a restaurant, it’s There happens to be a strange stigma that anyone and kidney failure. loaded with salt. So if people eat out a lot they’re going to be I remember telling my mother, that my cousin is in a better getting a lot of salt,” said Owens who isn’t in a relationship feels they should overcom- place now and isn’t suffering from pain anymore. Kidney failure Owens is letting us know, that eating foods with a lot of salt pensate by making it seem as though they have some- can be very severe and sometime may cause people who have it to can also cause high blood pressure. Letting us know that, is won- one. This seems to be to relieve pressure from family go to dialysis. Also, that’s a tough thing to go through, and it isn’t derful. Now that we know my family doesn’t use that much salt. or friends telling them they might be “alone forever,” easy at all. It is very painful to go through that and may take up My mother always uses a pinch of salt, so that way we won’t be but there is no need. There is simply no need to have to almost an hour until you are finish. at risk of getting high blood pressure in the future. “When I heard that my nephew passed away to both high Therefore people should know that having more than one dis- “14 percent of women send themselves flowers on blood pressure and kidney failure, I was heart broken. But now I ease can affect your body and cause death. My family is now Valentine’s Day,” (statisticbrain.com). Instead of car- realize us nurses have to let people know, that anyone no matter watching out for salt, soda and dairy products, so we won’t be at ing what other people may think, what age can get high blood pressure,” said my mother Janet risk of high blood pressure. Also if you know someone who has it is easiest just to appreciate the Villanueva. high blood pressure, get them seen by a doctor right away because “With high blood pressure, it can affect the kidney. If the you don’t want them to get other diseases from it, such as kidney people in your life and maybe pressure is high for a long period of time, it can cause kidney failure. I wrote this, to let people know that, we should all take appreciate the new Valentine’s failure, and sometimes need dialysis,” said Kennedy nurse Mrs. care of our health and others, so that way we won’t lose someone Day themed episodes of your Owens, R.N. like I did. Also, this is dedicated to Wayne Wilson, 27 who was a favorite show. And don’t worry “When I was little, I was told if you drink only soda and not loving father, son, brother, and cousin to me and my family. if there happens to not be one, you can always count on the in- famous “Friends” reruns of Valentine’s Day oriented 6-year Syrian Civil War results in 470,000 deaths episodes that will surely be on television. By Hasim Velliju Aleppo remains under government control; COMMENTARY Correspondent genocide comparisons to Rwanda, more emerge The Eagle Flyer Users on social media have Some say it has fallen, oth- conflicts in neighboring coun- cial UN webite. The battle even compared the outcome of The Eagle Flyer is published monthly and ers say it has been liberated. tries, an international refugee ended in victory by the Syr- the battle to genocides like distributed free of charge to Kennedy High Nonetheless, the end of the School and the greater Waterbury community. crisis and is responsible for ian government Dec. 22, 2016. Srebrenica in Bosnia and the Our mission is to educate, enlighten and inform our school and Battle of Aleppo is a turning more than 470,000 deaths. It is Immediately, reports of mas- Rwandan genocide. community while developing our journalism skills in both point in the brutal Syrian Civil a multi-side civil war with the sacres committed by the Syr- Supporters of Assad were Editorial and Business areas. War. biggest factions being the Syr- ian regime against civilians quick to denounce these claims. The Eagle Flyer is a member of the Columbia Scholastic Press The Battle of Aleppo was ian government, Syrian were declared, sparking a sud- According to a survey conducted Association, the New England Scholastic Press Association and fought for four years and has Opposisition and the Islamic den world-wide reaction to the by ORB International, 47 per- the Journalism Education Association. been described as a humanitar- State (ISIS). battle. cent of Syrians have a favorable ian crisis by the United Nations. With a population of 2.5 One thing to keep in mind view of Assad. Most civilians in School hours: 7:20 a.m. - 1:50 p.m. Address: 422 Highland Avenue, Waterbury, Conn. 06708 It is the largest battle of the war million before the war accord- is that the Civil War is not a Aleppo celebrated the victory by Phone: 203-574-8150 Fax: 203-574-8154 to date and has led to 31,158 ing to BBC, Aleppo is Syria’s black and white war. There the Syrian government, as terror- deaths overall. largest city and is mandated as are several different factions ist organizations, several of STAFF The Syrian Civil War a UNESCO World Heritage involved and are all fighting for which part of the Syrian Oppo- Managing Editor Managing Editor Samantha Campanaro Alani Arias erupted after the advent of the Site. The city remained un- different goals. Citizens in the sition, have occupied parts of Features Editor Arab Spring, a series of revolu- harmed and most of its inhabit- West followed a narrative of Aleppo for years. Aliya Hernandez tions in the Arab World from ants were supportive of Assad “genocide” occurring in the As of now, Aleppo is under 2010 to 2012. Many of the and his regime. Syrian Rebels city perpetrated by the gov- control of the Syrian government. News Editor Commentary Editor Sports Editor Jade Roman Almesa Sabovic Justyn Welsh protests and demonstrations invaded the city on July 22, ernment. Many civilians have been suc- led to full-scale civil war in 2012 and kicked off the battle. “#IStandWithAleppo” cessfully evacuated and all fight- Writers/Photographers many countries, including The battle was plagued by trended on social media for ing within the city has come to a Micaela Snow, Jaleesa Bellamy, Herta Sufka, Fuka Reale, Andria Latifi, Geanna Dominquez, Gabriela Isak, Jurea McIntosh, Damaris Cabrera, Joseph Syria, after a violent govern- reports of human rights viola- days and mass protests oc- stop. The victory is seen as a Schaff, Jerican Fabian, Kahasia Ford, Eva LaFrance, Kyle Cleary, James ment crackdown on protests of tions, war crimes by all parties curred in cities such as Lon- turning point in the 6-year long Cossette Jr., Emily Benton, Kimberly Figueroa, Toni Lopez, Bailey DiMasso, Syrian President Bashar al- and atrocities against civilians don and Istanbul in support civil war. Where do you stand on Victoria Soto, Ronald McNerney III, Samantha Valle, Antoinette Mesquita, Assad. It has led to spill-over which are detailed on the offi- of the Aleppo civilians. the conflict? Joshua Rivers, Roberta McCarthy, Jade Cruz, Anthony Forino, Risper Githinji, Ryan Fox Norkus Adviser We need you: join The Eagle Flyer. Do you write poetry, take photographs, Mrs. Cybart-Persenaire like to write or draw, or just want to learn more? Stop by room 105. The Eagle Flyer/February 2017, page 5 Avoid stress by exercising, or planning vacations duce stress. For example, vacationing is also a By Abigail Perez and at 25 percent you are at risk of a heart attack, according to stress.org. So what are some things good outlet to relax for those who have the time Correspondent COMMENTARY in life that affect students’ stress levels? and money. Stress. “When you’re in a relationship and the other Vacations are crucial for managing stress. 24 44 percent of Americans feel more stressed half doesn’t know how to act,” said junior Lydia percent of United States employees work at least today than they did five years ago. Stress is caused Blanche six extra hours per week without pay. That’s on from all different types of things from school to “School and when mid-terms and finals come average a loss of at least $2,262 per year, which work, and students were interviewed about what around,” said junior Tashaoma Sledge. is enough for a family of five to take a five-day causes stress to bring to light the impact of stress 40 percent of stressed people overeat or eat trip to Disneyland. and advise how to handle it in 2017. unhealthy foods, according to stress.org. “The fact that stress levels dip in the summer suggests how important summer is to kids’ men- STRESSED OUT BY SCHOOLWORK? One in five Americans experience “extreme “Basketball and females cause me stress,” said stress,” which consists of shaking, heart palpita- senior Chomari Joseph. tal health,” said Kristen Race, author of the book One in five Americans are said to experience extreme stress, according to stress.org but stu- tions and depression, according to stress.org. Approximately 37 percent of teenagers Mindful Parenting). dents interviewed said family, relationships, “Family problems cause me stress,” said surveyed exercise or walk to manage stress This shows just how much students depend school (as illustrated here), and sports cause senior Natalie Davella. whereas 28 percent play sports to handle stress, on the occasional breaks from stress. them stress. At 40 percent of stress you’re at risk of heart according to usatoday.com. Commentary page editor Almesa Sabovic and staff Photo illustration by Samantha Campanaro/staff disease. At 50 percent, you are at risk of a stroke, However, sports aren’t the only way to re- writer Eva LaFrance contributed to this story. Valentine’s Day origins trace to Roman gods, imprisoned marriage maker By Eva LaFrance Legends of Feb. 14 feature different stories, some tragic Staff Writer COMMENTARY Valentine’s death, he wrote a farewell Queen Roman goddess, Juno, goddess love” and “marry.” This method was diers and thought it was because all letter to her signing it, “from your Val- Love. February is recognized the of women and marriage, according to considered fate. This custom sustained men were not single. Claudius, thus, entine.” This expression became most for that one holiday where www.stvalentinesday.com The day until it was removed for thought the cancelled marriages and engagements popular. Cupid’s arrow strikes and romance after, they honored the gods Lupercus practice was unChristian. in all of Rome. During the Middle Ages, Valentine blossoms in the hearts of people. and Fanus (gods of shepherding and However, St. Valentine set in mo- St. Valentine’s romantic heart de- was the image of heroism and a ro- That’s right! Valentine’s Day is a farming), and the founders of Rome. tion the gears toward modern-day fied the emperor’s order and he secretly mantic figure in England and France. day people show their love for others, This celebration brought together boys Valentine’s Day. married couples with St. Marius. Val- The Feast of Lupercalia was moved not only their romantic love interest and girls who were The St. Valentine entine was discovered, beaten and to Feb. 14 with the spread of Chris- but friends and family, by bestowing usually separated. legend has a few dif- killed Feb. 14 around 270 A.D. Valen- tianity and later (498 AD), the unto them a gift of any sort that is Girls’ names were ferent versions. One tine was later named a saint, according holiday was celebrated in honor of commonly cards, flowers, candy, the placed in jars and story tells of Em- to stvalentinesday.com. St. Valentinus, in line with what works. men would be peror Claudius II A popular version said St. Valen- stvalentinesday.com stated. However, how did this yearly date paired with girls by who carried out tine was a martyr who was killed for Over time, Valentine’s Day was of Feb. 14 come to be? picking out of the “several bloody and helping Christians escape Roman tor- correlated with romance. So no matter Historians have tracked this date jars. The pair unpopular cam- ture and imprisonment. which version you choose to believe, to ancient Roman times to a celebra- would remain to- paigns,” according During Valentine’s imprisonment, love celebrated isn’t only romantic but tion called the “Feast of Lupercalia.” gether the entire cel- to stvalentines.com. he fell in love with the jailer’s daughter is friendship, sisterly, brotherly, and Feb. 14 was a day honored to the ebration. Some would even “fall in Claudius had a tough time getting sol- who would visit him. Before family love. Sold-out Homecoming makes memories Parents: keep your eyes on kids always By Emily Benton By Kahasia Ford Next dance approaches Staff Writer Things happen in blink of eye Staff Writer COMMENTARY: YEAR IN REVIEW COMMENTARY We love the 90’s! Saunders, was special because not only was Ed Being told how to watch your kid is probably ably one of a parent’s biggest concerns because In case you missed the most amazing night Sheeran’s Thinking Out Loud playing, but they something a parent never wants to hear or take you never know if your little boy or girl may fall of the 2016-2017 school year, that was the danced together with a court of princess, senior from another adult. off a slide the wrong way or just get hit with a theme of the sold out homecoming dance held in Damaris Cabrera, and prince, senior Kyle Cleary. While being given advice about your toddler swing that’s still going after a person has just the cafeteria Friday, Nov. 18, 2016 from 6 p.m. The mannequin challenge was becoming or teen can not only put you in an embarrassing gotten off it. The big question comes in. How do to 10 p.m. for the 350 students who got tickets. popular at the end of 2016, so teacher of the place, it makes you question your parenting we stop from getting distracted? As a senior, it was my second time attending talented and gifted Mr. Clark decided to do it at skills. You ask yourself, am I around enough? The answer is you don’t stop. It’s normal for the homecoming dance--my first being in 2014 homecoming. The students were to freeze in a Am I as focused as I should be? a parent to turn away while making or receiving in my sophomore year-- pose while the music played and Clark Turning your head for a second today is a a call but if you are by a street with ongoing and the atmosphere was filmed everyone in two takes. “rush” in today’s time because anything can hap- traffic and your toddler is with you, maybe you the best so far. Everyone From glow sticks being thrown pen in the blank of an eye, something that might should say “can I call you later,” just to be on was on their feet dancing onto the crowd to tons of 90’s music leave you feeling guilty. It’s honestly not some- the safe side. Even if you are going into the back- or taking pictures at the and the mannequin challenge, the 2016 thing you cannot control because when things yard for a swim on a hot summer day and you 90’s themed photo booth. homecoming dance was a blast. are meant to happen then it is just meant for hear the phone ringing or something dropped Whether it was dance Don’t worry though, because the them to happen, but trying to prevent these things and spilled, you should take your child with you battling to Backstreet Boys National Honor Society is hosting an- a little more will not hurt. to stop an accident that can be prevented. and NSYNC or doing Juju other dance with the theme of Winter Trying to prevent accidents is a positive way Accidents can be prevented but it is up to the on that Beat, there was no Wonderland Friday, Feb. 24, 2017 and to start things off. You could put carpet down in parents, said Anna Smith, a mother of two and a stopping students from tickets are still on sale, as of Jan. 25, the house instead of having hardwood floors so New York resident. having the time of their 2017. So for everyone who was too if one of the kids fall no one’s really hurt. You No parent’s life should be that hectic to where lives. late to get a homecoming ticket, here could put a toddler in his or her high chair while they cannot simply watch their child go down a The crowning of Home- is a perfect opportunity to have the you’re cooking, and you could also just try to slide at the playground or sit on the couch as the coming King, senior Camilo time of your life again. spend more time with your children because kids rummage through their toy box to find their Barrera, and Homecoming ROYALS Homecoming Princess senior though you cannot protect them from the world favorite action figure. Queen, senior Damya Damaris Cabrera, left poses with Home- you can limit a lot of the accidents, as one mother If a parent’s life is that hectic, they should Photo by Damaris Cabrera/staff coming King senior Camilo Barrera, right. knows. find a very good babysitter with an amazing back- “Being someone who has lost a child I know ground who can keep eyes on the children or Poetry Corner Perfect what it’s like to turn your head for a minute and they could even let their boss at work know, the next thing you know your life has changed “I’m a mom first and things are just becoming a Room By Micaela Snow and you cannot wrap your head around the fact little too much at home with all the work and the Staff Writer By Micaela Snow that you may never see your baby again. When I job of being a mom.” What is it like to be perfect? had my second child I told myself you cannot “My child is my world,” said Richard Lee Staff Writer Long luxurious blond hair stop what’s meant to be in life but you can pre- Scott, a New York resident father of one. “I’ll There once was a room dark and scary Or short brown that is very fair vent things that would put your child in the hos- protect my little guy from anything that I possi- Empty and cold, full and merry What is it like to be perfect? People roamed inside of this place A nice smile and great skin pital or leave them with broken bones or sprained bly can. I try not to give my work more undi- Before the lights shut out and hurried their pace. Or a stunning personality that lives within wrist and ankles,” said vided attention then my child People would come from near and far What is it like to be perfect? Audra Simmons, a mother because he needs me, I can print to see this mysterious room Straight A’s on all the tests of three from Stamford, out new paper work but I can’t But all they got was an empty box Or B’s and C’s because of stress Conn. remake Ryan Scott.” that would sentence them to their doom What is it like to be perfect? Sha’Kiya Kyle, a Stam- Parenting life is hard and it Rumors wandered across the land Great at all the school sports ford resident and mother of spirals out of control so much saying it was haunted Or only good when in tennis courts two said, “It’s no control- that sometimes, things that hap- But truly it was a lonely soul that needed a friend, What is it like to be perfect? that’s all they ever wanted Very funny and very loud ling the future, what’s pen should have never hap- Once the lights would shut off Or very quiet but very but very proud meant to be in life is what’s pened to begin with, sometimes you would hear a cry of woe What is it like to be perfect? meant to be. We can only you need to put down the tab- Coming from a chamber very deep below All knowing of the world’s flips and folds be the best parents we can lets, cell phones, texing, and Years have passed and nothing has changed Or constantly questioning what the future holds be and hope that we keep checkbooks and take a little time People never knew what was so deranged What is it like to be perfect? our babies safe as much as on just being mom and dad. But soon it stopped and nothing sounded To want to be the best from summer to fall humanly possible.” KEEPING ALERT From the dark and scary room Or not to care whether you’re perfect at all Keeping an eye on your Kelis Wood, the author’s younger sis- where the spirit was bounded What is it like to be perfect? child is not only something ter, enjoys playing outdoors in warmer Maybe it was gone, maybe set free I guess no one will ever know weather but keeping eyes on their From what kept it there, kept it from peace For that answer is only shown through a shadow that should be done outside children at all times is something all Maybe that sound wasn’t a lonely soul A shadow that is actually your reflection but everywhere you go. parents and caregivers must do. Maybe it was me and my sound of secret plea Perfect is you, a perfect perfection Going to the park is prob- Photo by Kahasia Ford/staff The Eagle Flyer/February 2017, page 7 Veteran journalist offers writing, life advice By Aliya Hernandez Features Editor urbs,” that gives him an outlook on his family said Gaynes in his column. relationships and interactions. The fundraiser was nothing but an honor to Almost three decades is not enough for him. “It gave me indication about what my family Gaynes. Teaching assistant at Bridge Academy in did not like,” said Gaynes talking about a past “Doing this special shave helps to keep Bridgeport and 28-plus year journalist/colum- incident he originally started writing about. Rafy’s spirit alive and I feel thankful I could nist Mr. Steven Gaynes took time from his sched- In addition, Gaynes recently became a “St. participate,” said Gaynes. ule to speak to the journalism class period 6 to Baldrick’s Veteran,” according to his Nov. 25 According to Gaynes, the hardest part in a give them journalism advice, Nov. 22, 2016. “Shaving it all off for Rafael and Cancer research,” writing career is penning the first paragraph. “As a journalist you have to be very careful column. “Get it in the can, first do the writing then about what you say and how you say it,” said “Within minutes, the little bit of hair I do editing,” said Gaynes. Gaynes. have left was gone and I basked in the glory of Gaynes encourages journalism students to Gaynes started his writing career in June 1988 having shaving my head for cancer,” said Gaynes be confident. and as of 2017 has no plans on leaving, he said. in his column. “If you’re going to cover a story, go with the “I am 72 years old and have no intention of The fundraiser was held for one of Gaynes’s idea that you’re going to get the lead,” said Photo by Aliya Hernandez/staff retiring,” he said. charter school students Rafael, who “lost his Gaynes. SHARING LIFE LESSONS Veteran journalist and Journalism was not planned for Gaynes. battle with cancer,” according to Gaynes’s There is one main aspect to becoming a jour- teacher, Mr. Gaynes, who announced he is 72 “I stumbled into it,” said Gaynes, who now column, and the fundraiser had a positive impact nalist students should remember, he said. years young with no plans of retiring, offered writes a weekly column for a Fairfield, Conn. on his life. “You have to stand up for what you think is writing strategies, journalism advice and ethical newspaper. “My feeling after the shedding of my locks right and that’s what journalism is all about,” suggestions to period 6 students in room 105 Gaynes’s column is about his “life in the sub- was so uplifting I cannot begin to describe it,” said Gaynes. Nov. 22, 2016. Junior Leslie Leizon sits at left. Need for help continues Some cultures, religions get more attention By Bailey DiMasso Who decides which holidays become ‘mainstream’? Staff Writer although holidays end COMMENTARY By James Cossette Jr. Consider volunteering or donating Christmas and the New Year may be Other people like freshman Hailee even know the holiday,” Fontanez said. Staff Writer over with Valentine hearts appearing on Fontanez, who is Mexican, Irish and “I would like for it to be a bigger deal to the shelf, but who gets to decide which Puerto Rican, have a harder way of prac- others because it is an important holi- ticing their beliefs and background. Just because the holiday season is over does not mean the need to help holidays or cultures receive the most day to me.” “One holiday Mexico is known for The same point stands with others ends, so have you helped out your community lately? There are many attention in society? It’s always a widely discussed topic. Although with the point is ‘Day of the Dead,’ or, Dia de los Shamaray Wilson, a freshman from places to volunteer or donate to in Waterbury including the St. Vincent DePaul that it only caters to a specific audience Muertos, where we celebrate those who Kaynor Tech High School, who said she Shelter, Carolyn’s Place, the Soup Kitchen, the Hospitality Center, and the (i.e. Christians, Catholics and so on), I have passed over,” Fontanez said. “(Dia feels her Christianity is not ignored at Salvation Army all year long, and it is not that difficult or time consuming. developed an interest in other people’s de los Muertos) doesn’t interfere with all because “Christmas is so widely cel- “Volunteering is easy and is a great way to give back to the community,” said practices, seeing as the more common school schedules or rules except for al- ebrated, even if we don’t celebrate it in senior Fiona LeMoine. or mainstream ones are the only ones most breaking dress code because I wore school anymore.” Some students might not realize this and do not volunteer or donate for talked about. It is as if only certain holi- sugar skull makeup.” While Wilson and Proto do not feel Luckily she didn’t get in trouble and different reasons, but it is really easy and helps out more than one would think. days get the spotlight since the major- as if their holidays are disrespected, was able to continue wearing it, but her Fontanez said otherwise. “Recently I decorated the St. Vincent DePaul Shelter with the National ity of people seem to celebrate them, and for the most part, because of this, makeup was an obstacle nonetheless. “I find it a little disrespectful when Honor Society and it feels great being able to help,” said senior Nicole Taylor. other people are not treated equally. Both Fontanez and Proto in a sense people who don’t know much about the This is another aspect of volunteering: a couple hours of one’s day can While holidays like Christmas and feel as if their cultural and religious prac- holiday just assume it’s a Halloween for impact an entire community. Easter are recognized by the public with tices are not given much attention. Mexicans, when it’s completely differ- “I haven’t volunteered yet, but I just donated winter coats to the Salvation days off from school and work, people “The biggest known holiday is Ha- ent and has a really good meaning,” Army,” said junior Jessica Dardha. of other faiths have to plan for them- nukkah because it’s so close to Christ- Fontanez said. Donations are just as appreciated as volunteering, and are as easy as putting selves, such as Jewish art teacher Mr. mas,” Proto said, referring to that, in a Holidays are an important time for way, it is only recognized because it is clothes you do not wear anymore in a bin. Proto. people. A big part of who someone is near a Christian holiday. depends on their holidays, so by not “Many people aren’t as fortunate as others and volunteering and donating “For Rosh Hashanah (which means ‘high holy day’), I take two religious “I believe (Dia del los Muertos) is recognizing them, we don’t recognize is the least people like me can do to help out, especially during the holiday days off,” said Proto. ignored a lot and many people don’t the person. season,” said senior Dam’ya Saunders. Volunteering and donating is not difficult and can really make an individual’s or family’s day or help a community out, so volunteer at a local center or donate today to make life better for others this February and rest of year 2017. 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According to Broadway.com, Hamilton sold running show on Broadway, is still in high demand even out all through this year, that tells you how popular it is. If you Salvation Army Donations accepted at any time: call 203-754-7056 though it has been on Broadway for 25 years! But if you try this, I hope you are able to get one! Hamilton musical hits road in California; check out more theatre updates By Joseph Schaff Manuel Miranda’s other musical ends run in London while Beauty & Beast features Emma Watson Staff Writer COMMENTARY Alexa Hinton. “It’s cool how this show is bringing a new genera- was still running.” Tomorrow there’ll be more of us. tion back into the theatre.” In early December 2016, the national tour for Hamilton: An This is the third expansion, and the fourth total production of BOOK OF MORMON American Musical was announced to kick off at the Orpheum Hamilton. There is the Broadway production, the Chicago pro- The Book Of Mormon made its Broadway debut March 24, Theatre in San Francisco, Calif. where it will run from March 10, duction, the national tour and Hamilton West End, which opens in 2011, and it has since made its run in London and performed a 2017 to August 5, 2017, before it ships off to its next stop, the London in October 2017. national tour, but this underrated and somewhat forgotten musical Hollywood Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles, Calif. needs to get back into the public eye as it gives good lessons and is “If it came to Connecticut, I’d love to go see it,” said senior IN THE HEIGHTS also hilarious. Ariana Ramos. “It is so amazing.” On Saturday, Jan. 8, 2017, the London production of the Tony “It’s definitely different from other musicals,” said senior The San Francisco tickets sold out back on Dec. 12, 2016, but Award winning musical In The Heights took its final bow after a Xhoana Agolli. “But I really like it.” there are so many other chances to see the smash-hit musical that three-year run in London, one year at the Southwark Theatre and Created by Matt Stone and Trey Parker, the creators of the hit uses hip-hop and R&B to tell the story of the life and times of the two at the King’s Cross Theatre. show South Park, this musical tells the story of two Mormon first Treasury Secretary, Alexander Hamilton. “In The Heights was the first musical I really got into,” said teenagers, Kevin Price played by Andrew Rannells and Arnold It will make stops in Washington D.C., Denver, Colo. and junior Taylor Afable. “I fell in love with everything about the Cunningham played by Josh Gad (who voiced Olaf in Frozen), Boston, Mass. show, the music, the plot and the actors.” who are sent on their missionary duties to a war torn village in Not only is it a brand new setting, it is also a brand new cast. In The Heights was the first musical written by Lin Manuel Northern Uganda to try and convert the natives. Joshua Henry will play Aaron Burr, his current role in the Miranda, the creator of Broadway’s hottest show Hamilton, back The musical won nine Tony awards in 2012, including one for Chicago show; Rory O’Malley will reprise his Broadway role as in 2007. It won the Tony award that year for Best New Musical. Best Musical. The show uses religious satire and gut-busting hu- King George and Michael Luwoye will play Alexander Hamilton, “The play is different than anything I’ve ever listened or mor to tell the story of friendship, optimism and keeping one’s the role he currently understudies on Broadway. Alongside the watched, that’s why it stood out to me,” said Afable. faith throughout the toughest times. This upbeat, feel-good and at veterans will be Solea Pfeiffer as Eliza Hamilton, Emmy Raver- In The Heights is an energized trip throughout the vibrant sometimes offensive musical is one that should be experienced by Lampman as Angelica Schuyler, Amber Iman as Peggy Schuyler/ culture of three generations in Washington Heights, a community all as it is one of the best shows of this millennium. Maria Reynolds, Isaiah Johnson as George Washington, Rubén J. in Manhattan, where dreams, hopes and traditions are plentiful, Carbajal as John Laurens/Phillip Hamilton, Jordan Donica as but so are the struggles of the decision of which to leave behind. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson, and MatheneeTreco as Miranda conveys this message through the experiences of Do- In other live action news, the Disney classic movie Beauty and Hercules Mulligan/James Madison. minican and Puerto Rican immigrant families, as well as through the Beast is getting a live action reboot coming to theaters March The tour will give those a chance who couldn’t see the show hip-hop and the beats of latin music. 17, 2017. It stars Emma Watson (of Harry Potter fame) as Belle before, an opportunity to see it, which excites this fan base. “Lin Manuel is truly a genius and he was and still is really and Dan Stevens as the Beast. This reboot is highly anticipated by “You listen to one song and you’re hooked,” said sophomore ahead of his time,” said Afable. “I really saw (the show) when it both Disney fans and critics alike The Eagle Flyer/February 2017, page 7 Lip-syncing: cheating or choice of individual performers? By Ivan Meraz Correspondent Listen to radio if you want to hear recordings, one student says It’s hard to separate the true live perfor- mances, from the fake ones, and that has drawn Could you tell? away from the art and the fans that want to see but, many probably use it,” said Pape. people to “no longer listen to popular music Mariah Carey’s recent lip-syncing incident live performance of the music.” “I feel that artists should be authentic and anymore,” he said. has shined light on the “cheating” act. The per- As lipsyncing is becoming more popular in lipsyncing isn’t the greatest idea, but, it’s that But if artists are meant to perform, then they formance raised eyebrows as she wasn’t singing, this day and age, the question surfaces of why is person’s career and decisions,” said junior should; if they can’t, then they shouldn’t. while the audience heard the singing. it becoming a more frequent tactic for artists and Melena Kolonja. According to Knecht, “Collins Wilkinson “Popular music is no longer about the music, if “this is popular music now,” said Knecht. Being an artist and having to perform almost (who) was one of the biggest stage performers it’s about the entertainment, it’s about the spec- Performances are becoming more of a “spec- every few days is not an easy task. Artists are in the 70’s and 80’s...would perform six to seven tacle, it’s about the dancing, it’s about every- tacle;” the artists such as Beyonce, Lady Gaga human, they cannot do everything but, if an artist times a week, performing significantly harder thing else they could do,” said music instrumen- and Carey, are talented but, they all “overuse is going to lip sync, then they shouldn’t music then what a lot of popular artists do nowa- tal instructor, Mr. Knecht. dancers and props,” said Charlow, all the other advertise it as a live musical performance. days.” The performance by Carey on New Year’s things to make a “spectacle.” If the the artist is advertising a live musical Artists should not lipsync because it takes Eve, has got people talking about whether she is “Lipsyncing is for entertainment,” said performance, and are saying he or she is “going the experience away from the fans, some people a poor artist. Knecht, and entertainment comes with a cost. to perform, then (they should) perform,” said interviewed said. “I don’t judge her for lip syncing, singing in “Artists are paid a lot of money and it is their Knecht. “It does cheat the audience,” said Charlow. public is a difficult thing, especially in her situa- job to entertain and please the fans, lipsyncing is Others, such as Pape, understand why artists The audience just wants to witness their tion, different weather conditions can affect it, cheating the fans,’ said Charlow. consider lip syncing can depend on the person’s favorite artists perform, they don’t want to hear it’s also live,” said chorus teacher Mrs. Pape. Fans pay hundreds of dollars to see their fa- occupation since “in (my) profession no, as a a machine but “if they wanted to hear a machine Lip syncing, in some peoples’ eyes, can be vorite artists perform their favorite songs live. If teacher, absolutely not, but, as a public performer, play music, that’s what the radio is for,” said necessary as it “depends on the situation,” Pape an artist is “lip syncing in front of their fans, maybe.” Kolonja. said, while others, like Jordan Charlow, a junior they aren’t just cheating them, they’re cheating “True, live performed music is becoming a “The musical component has gotten lost, it’s at Pathways Academy in Hartford, Conn., be- themselves,” said Charlow. rarer and rarer thing in this day and age,” said about entertainment, not about the music,” said lieves that “lipsyncing is bad because it takes Lipsyncing is an issue and artists “not all, Knecht. Knecht. Defining perfect gift(s) Math, history, love, what’s not to like about film? By Emily Benton ‘Hidden Figures’ keeps viewers interested for more than two hours Staff Writer COMMENTARY: MOVIE REVIEW for Valentine’s Day as Cookie in the Fox television Imagine this: you’re sitting treat me to the movies to go only learned two years ago as Empire By Christina Capozzi Cologne, underwear, show , in my opinion. alone in your room with noth- see Hidden Figures Saturday, a sophomore. That was ex- Acting as a real historical fig- Correspondent flowers rank as popular ing to do and your parents sug- Jan. 21, 2017. I thought I was tremely impressive. ure must be extremely difficult gest, “Let’s take a trip to the going to see an action-packed Although the movie compared to playing a fictional What gift would you like to receive? movies!” You get super excited thriller, not some historical changed some facts to make the character, but she tried her best Residents of Waterbury were spotted downtown and asked and can’t sit still the entire way movie pertaining to mathemat- story more intense: “a few and it shows through her per- about the most common gift they have received on Valentine’s to the movie theater. You wait ics. While walking into the the- weeks” until launch instead of formance as Katherine G. Day from their significant other, Jan. 9, 2017 at around 5 p.m. forever in a long line to get your ater, I truly believed I would the year it actually was, the Johnson. “The most received gifts I’ve gotten on Valentine’s Day would tickets only to realize that be bored out of my mind. Boy movie was successful at keep- Theodore Melfi’s Hidden have to be chocolates, or flowers,” said 17-year-old Nancy Hayes. you’re going to see a movie was I wrong! ing movie goers interested Figures is the best movie so The most common gifts that are either bought or received on about analytical geometry and The movie had me hooked throughout the entire two hour far this year and it is a must Valentines Day are flowers, cologne, chocolates, and underwear, history? from the beginning as the young and seven minute movie. see for everyone, whether you according to people who’ve answered the same question on That was the case for me elementary school girl was per- This is Taraji P. Henson’s like intensity, mathematics, Ask.com when my mother decided to forming a math problem that I best performance since her role history, love, it is all there. “Well, my girlfriend usually buys me a card with a gift that she knows I would be into, but I wouldn’t mind if Cheerleaders keep practicing three times weekly she were to buy other things that By Jaleesa Bellamy Junior calls Pasnick “amazing coach” while team perfects stunts may seem cliche Staff Writer like cologne or underwear,” said KE-NN-E-DY! 15-year-old John Jackson. Varsity cheerleaders give an update on what they are doing This being my last year of You have heard people’s thoughts on what gifts they most during practices Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 2:30 p.m. commonly receive, but what about the gifts they most commonly to 5 p.m. during the 2016-2017 school year. high school cheer I hope for give? What’s their focus? great memories for sure. As “When it comes to me giving my boyfriend a gift, I usually try “We are preparing for next (competition) season,” said junior “ a senior captain I want to to buy him something that I know he is interested (in) at the time Felicia Grecco. like a specific video game,” said Hayes. It’s time to build strength. leave this team knowing “I don’t have a girlfriend at the moment, but a gift that I would The team is “conditioning and practicing new skills to perfect they will tackle next cheer most likely give a girl is a box of chocolates,” said 18-year-old them for a new routine,” said Grecco. season. Chapter one may be James Hoover. It can’t always be all fun. The team needs to follow the rules, However, do all people give gifts on Valentine’s Day? What such as: over for me but OUR book would you do if you didn’t receive a gift you were expecting? “Be at practice and games on time, always be prepared and is still unfinished. “If I were to not receive a gift, it really wouldn’t affect me, I come to practice ready to work,” said Grecco. don’t see much in Valentine’s Day,” said 19-year-old Jenny Yin. Or, demerit! Shy’liyah McDaniel “Valentine’s Day is a day to show your significant other that “When (the rules) aren’t (followed) there are consequences senior and captain you appreciate them, it doesn’t always have to be a gift, but a but nothing major unless there’s a big problem,” said Grecco. ” night out,” said Hoover. “If you don’t do anything for who you Being a role model is key, members said. history teacher),” said junior Jaydah Rivers. are with at the time, then you should discuss whether the two of As a senior captain Brittany Harris said she feels the need “to Before long, it will be farewell to the seniors. you are celebrating the day at all.” make sure everything stays in order the best way it can and make “This being my last year of high school cheer I hope for great sure everything that needs to be done gets done.” memories for sure. As a senior captain I want to leave this team Specific work must be performed. knowing they will tackle next cheer season. Chapter one may be Wear red Sunday, Feb. 5 The cheerleader do “stunting and (their) half time routine,” over for me but OUR book is still unfinished,” said senior captain WEAR RED, from page 2 said Harris, regarding what the team has been working on. Shy’liyah McDaniel. ing for free. All it takes is going disease, visit the CDC website If it goes well, it ends well. What else works well with this team? to check up on yourself once or theheartfoundation.org to “The team is coming along well and I do hope to continue to “The best part is the bond I have with my teammates. I’m every few months. read many in-depth symptoms learn new things from our amazing coach, coach (Ms.) Pasnick (a looking forward to everything that’s planned for us,”' said Rivers. To learn more about heart and diseases. Get team score updates on basketball, swimming By Alani Arias Managing Editor Girls’ varsity basketball scores: Boys’ swimming and diving WAYYYSIDE MARKET 11 wins, 4 losses (as of Jan. 31, 2017) (as of Jan. 19, 2017): Boys’ varsity basketball scores: Kennedy vs. Ansonia 47-32 (W) traditional european foods 11 wins, 2 losses (as of Jan. 31, 2017) Kennedy vs. Kaynor Tech 40-28 (W) Kennedy vs. Naugatuck (L) Kennedy vs. Naugatuck 63-39 (W) Kennedy vs. Naugatuck 43-16 (W) Kennedy vs. Sacred Heart (L) carlos & rina goncalves Kennedy vs. Watertown 112-44 (W) Kennedy vs. Watertown 48-44 (W) Kennedy vs. Torrington (L) 203 753-2380 Kennedy vs. Wolcott 83-55 (W) Kennedy vs. Wolcott 45-42 (W) Kennedy vs. Woodland (L) Kennedy vs. Wilby 76-75 (W) Kennedy vs. Wilby 49-18 (W) Kennedy vs. Oxford (L) Kennedy vs. Holy Cross 66-69 (L) Kennedy vs. Holy Cross 26-58 (L) Individual event winners or best 2742 South Main Street Kennedy vs. Bridgeport Central 68-61 (W) Kennedy vs. Torrington 40-52 (L) times were not available when Kennedy vs. St. Paul Catholic 57-46 (W) Kennedy vs. St. Paul Catholic 37-50 (L) this issue went to press. Waterbury, CT 06706 Kennedy vs. Crosby 69-46 (W) Kennedy vs. Crosby 50-39 (W) Kennedy vs. Waterbury Career 81-75 (W) Kennedy vs. Waterbury Career 48-37 (W) Kennedy vs. Oxford 88-48 (W) Kennedy vs. Oxford 41-26 (W) Information compiled from [email protected] Kennedy vs. Woodland 74-33 (W) Kennedy vs. Sacred Heart 60-42 (W) ciacsports.com. Visit this Kennedy vs. Sacred Heart 51-66 (L) Kennedy vs. Kaynor Tech 51-28 (W) website to see team schedules Kennedy vs. Seymour 90-67(W) Kennedy vs. Seymour 45-47 (L) and results. Sports The Eagle Flyer/February 2017, page 8 God continues to send incredible student- athletes for me to coach each year. The greatest Indoor track team sets bar high “generation to touch the face of the planet! By Toni Lopez with Emily Benton Kennedy Eagles indoor track tream 2016-2017. Staff Writers Members aim for medals, reaching full potential Mr. Gray, Always go all out for what you want to ac- Kennedy Eagles indoor track team 2016-2017,” myself, have my eyes on the goal ahead, do it for indoor track head coach complish. said head coach Gray. my friends and family, always stay true to my- Indoor track and field is a great way to get That is the central theme for Kennedy’s in- With coaching a big team like Kennedy’s the self, never cheat, learn from the older classmen ready for other sports like baseball, volleyball,” door track team as they set and achieve goals struggle to assist everyone is there, so help is a that are faster, and just have fun,” said sopho- basketball, and even football. toward a successful 2016-2017 winter sports necessity. more Cassius Arnold. “One of my goals within track and field is to season, as of Jan. 11, 2017. “I could use more assistant coaches. Helping Staying focused and dedicated while staying get faster because I am a baseball player and I “I can become a better runner by practicing the student athletes understand that hard work positive, one can achieve a lot throughout the would like to have the ability to be a faster run- more and more day by day and pushing myself pays off. The only place where success comes season. ner,” said senior Adrian Rivera. to do better,” said senior Doretha Johnson. before work is in the dictionary,” said Gray. “By practicing every day while adding more The athletes produced goals to achieve by the Along with physical track abilities, the ath- Students must know their passion for the time to practice for each day,” said freshman Zaier end of the season when interviewed Jan. 11, 2017. letes face the nerves of racing. sport must be shared with their academics. Fontanez. “Some achievements I want to succeed in run- “(The goal is to stop) being too nervous and “That each student-athlete would excel aca- Fears are a part of being an athlete, but ac- ning track (are) honestly breaking more records focusing on the speed of others,” said sopho- demically first and foremost. Academic excellence cepting the fear and facing it is what makes an in all my events and getting noticed being one of more Jordyn Wilson. success should always proceed athletics. That athlete stronger, such as: the fastest in Connecticut,” said senior Marcus It is very hard to overcome butterflies from each team member would get better each day and “Thinking I’m not going to be the best I think Anthony. being nervous when something so important as reach their full potential,” said Gray. I could be,” said freshman Christopher Bryd Being the best is very hard, but being deter- a medal is on the line, but it is achievable. It takes a lot of guts, passion and positivity to about his fear of this season. mined to finish the race is also key to success. “I want to bring a medal home and create a do what it takes to reach a goal. For those who do not particularly enjoy run- “When it comes to track and field, an achieve- name for myself,” said sophomore Rhakeem “Some of my achievements I want to succeed ning or feel that would do better in something ment I’d like to succeed in is gaining medals for Henry. on (are) making it to the State Opening Finals and else, there are other parts of the sport they can my races,” said senior Klani Brathwaite. It is very important to have a positive out- increase my speed,” said junior Martin Rivera. participate in, like high jump and others. The goals being made are not just for the indi- look walking into the new season. To excel to your greatest achievements, al- “I don’t really feel as if I want to run on the vidual, but for the team as a whole as well. “God continues to send incredible student- ways focus on the race and practice hard, team track because I don’t really have the stamina right “I want my team to win and reach their full athletes for me to coach each year. The greatest members said. now, but I will be trying in the high jump and get potential so that one day we could be at our best,” generation to touch the face of the planet! “I need to keep working every day, push over 5 feet and 6 inches,” said junior Devon Jones. said senior Leslie Dennis. Prepping for Super Bowl: food, ads Team shines at NVL indoor track meet

By James Cossette By Joseph Schaff Staff Writer Student calls Feb. 5 one of year’s best days Staff Writer Relay wins bronze, qualifies for States

The New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons the most popular,” said science teacher Mr. The boys’ and girls’ indoor Jordyn Wilson won a sixth The boys’ relay team of will play in a championship game in Houston, Texas Deldebbio. track team competed in the NVL place ribbon in the girls’ 300 Telusma, Martin Rivera, Jorge Feb. 5, 2017. But what do people think of the Last year’s game, played by the Carolina Championship meet Monday, meter dash in 37.37 seconds and Rivas and Donald Cianciolo Super Bowl, national holiday or just another game? Panthers and the Denver Broncos, had 111.9 mil- Jan. 30, 2017 at the Floyd Little Doretha Johnson placed sixth placed fifth with a season best “I only watch the game for the commercials,” lion viewers, which is significantly more than Athletic Center in New Haven, in the 55 meter dash with a state time of 1:40.26 and senior Jude said senior Julita Becolli. Game 7 of the World Series (40 million), or the This is a common response for people who do NBA Finals (35.9 million), according to Conn. with solid performances. qualifying time of 8.04 seconds Sampson placed eighth in the not follow sports, but for others, the Super Bowl is usatoday.com sports news. “The meet was really good, The boys also had success. shot put with a throw of 39' and one of the most anticipated days of the year. “The game must be getting more popular be- I’m very proud of my team,” Marc-Anthony Telusma 3.5." “I can’t wait for the Super Bowl, it’s one of the cause last year’s game wasn’t even anything spe- said senior captain Leslie Den- won the bronze medal in the 55 Overall, the team’s success best days of the year,” said senior Kerone Walters. cial,” said senior Marjol Mukallari. nis. meter dash with a season best gives hope for outdoor season. On Super Bowl Sunday, many people have There is a legitimate argument to be made On the girls’ side, the 4x200 time of 6.77 seconds. “I’m looking forward to out- parties and make large amounts of food, both about the day after being a national holiday since relay team of Dennis, Jordyn Andry Evangelista won sixth door, I hope everyone stays to common activities on game day. the Super Bowl is played on a Sunday night. Wilson, Doretha Johnson, and place in the boys’ 1600 meter. run,” said Dennis. “I plan on making a lot of food and if the “The day after the Super Bowl is basically Patriots aren’t playing, I’ll probably just watch National Call Out Sick Day,” said science teacher Kalani Braithwaite won the “It was my second race back But until then, celebration: the Puppy Bowl,” said history teacher Mrs. Mr. Awwad. bronze medal with a state quali- from injury and it was a hard “They tried their best and Fitzpatrick All things considered, the Super Bowl attracts fying time of 1:59 run against Seymour and Sacred gave it their all,” said junior But why is the Super Bowl more popular than just about everyone and whether you watch it for “I can personally say that Heart,” he said. “I hope I can Cameron Feliciano. “I’m proud the World Series or the NBA Finals, or is it? the game or the commercials, the Super Bowl has we did our best,” said Dennis. run even better next time.” of the team and performances.” “Out of all the professional sports, football is become an American holiday. Check out game scores leading up to Super Bowl with NFL weeks 13 -18 By Anthony Forino COMMENTARY Staff Writer WEEK 13 WEEK 14 WEEK 15

Week 13 of the 2016 NFL season was full of comebacks and exciting Week 14 of the 2016 NFL season was full of close and exciting games Week 15 of the 2016 NFL season was filled with good and interesting games. There were also some close ones, too. Tom Brady has the to watch. The New York Giants ended the 11-game winning streak by games and important wins for some teams. The New England Patri- most wins in NFL history with his 201st win against the Los Angeles beating the Dallas Cowboys. Here are the scores for week 14: ots locked themselves in the Playoffs and they have a 1st round bye. Rams. The Dallas Cowboys clinched a playoff birth by the New York Kansas City Chiefs 21 - Oakland Raiders 13 The Oakland Raiders, Dallas Cowboys and Seattle Seahawks all clinch Giants losing to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Here are week 13 scores: Minnesota Vikings 25 - Jacksonville Jaguars 16 themselves into the Playoffs. Here are the scores for week 15: Dallas Cowboys 17 - Minnesota Vikings 15 Houston Texans 22 - Indianapolis Colts 17 Seattle Seahawks 24 - Los Angeles Rams 3 Chicago Bears 26 - San Francisco 49ers 6 Detroit Lions 20 - Chicago Bears 17 Miami Dolphins 34 - New York Jets 13 Baltimore Ravens 38 - Miami Dolphins 6 Cincinnati Bengals 23 - Cleveland Browns 10 Pittsburgh Steelers 24 - Cincinnati Bengals 20 Cincinnati Bengals 32 - Philadelphia Eagles 14 Carolina Panthers 28 - San Diego Chargers 16 Indianapolis Colts 34 - Minnesota Vikings 6 Green Bay Packers 21 - Houston Texans 13 Miami Dolphins 26 - Arizona Cardinals 23 New York Giants 17 - Detroit Lions 6 Indianapolis Colts 41 - New York Jets 10 New England Patriots 30 - Baltimore Ravens 23 Dallas Cowboys 26 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers 20 Denver Broncos 20 - Jacksonville Jaguars 10 Washington Redskins 27 - Philadelphia Eagles 22 Tennessee Titans 19 - Kansas City Chiefs 17 New England Patriots 26 - Los Angeles Rams 10 Tennessee Titans 13 - Denver Broncos 10 Carolina Panthers 26 - Washington Redskins 15 Detroit Lions 28 - New Orleans Saints 13 Pittsburgh Steelers 27 - Buffalo Bills 20 Baltimore Ravens 27 - Philadelphia Eagles 26 Kansas City Chiefs 29 - Atlanta Falcons 28 New York Jets 23 - San Francisco 49ers 17 Buffalo Bills 33 - Cleveland Browns 13 Oakland Raiders 38 - Buffalo Bills 24 Green Bay Packers 38 - Seattle Seahawks 10 Houston Texans 21 - Jacksonville Jaguars 20 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 28 - San Diego Chargers 21 Atlanta Falcons 42 - Los Angeles Rams 14 Green Bay Packers 30 - Chicago Bears 27 Arizona Cardinals 31 - Washington Redskins 23 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 16 - New Orleans Saints 11 Atlanta Falcons 41 - San Francisco 49ers 13 Pittsburgh Steelers 24 - New York Giants 14 New York Giants 10 - Dallas Cowboys 7 New Orleans Saints 48 - Arizona Cardinals 41 Seattle Seahawks 40 - Carolina Panthers 7 Oakland Raiders 19 - San Diego Chargers 16 WEEK 17 New England Patriots 16 - Denver Broncos 3 WEEK 16 Week 17 of the 2016 NFL season is the last week of the NFL regular WILD CARD WEEKEND Week 16 of the 2016 NFL season was full of close and very impor- season. It was a very boring week because all the teams were playing tant games for some teams. Only one more week of the regular their backup players instead of their starters. Next week is wild card Wild card weekend for the 2016 NFL season is here. The teams that season remains. Here are the scores for week 16: weekend. Here are the scores for week 17: have a bye are the Dallas Cowboys, New England Patriots, Atlanta Philadelphia Eagles 24 - New York Giants 19 Pittsburgh Steelers 27 - Cleveland Browns 24 Falcons, and the Kansas City Chiefs. This weekend was full of excit- Atlanta Falcons 33 - Carolina Panthers 16 Philadelphia Eagles 27 - Dallas Cowboys 13 ing games. Here are the scores for wild card weekend: Washington Redskins 41 - Chicago Bears 21 New York Jets 30 - Buffalo Bills 10 Houston Texans 27 - Oakland Raiders 14 Cleveland Browns 20 - San Diego Chargers 17 Minnesota Vikings 38 - Chicago Bears 10 Seattle Seahawks 26 - Detroit Lions 6 Green Bay Packers 38 - Minnesota Vikings 25 New England Patriots 35 - Miami Dolphins 14 Pittsburgh Steelers 30 - Miami Dolphins 12 Jacksonville Jaguars 38 - Tennessee Titans 17 Atlanta Falcons 38 - New Orleans Saints 32 Green Bay Packers 38 - New York Giants 13 New England Patriots 41 - New York Jets 3 Indianapolis Colts 24 - Jacksonville Jaguars 20 Dallas Cowboys 42 - Detroit Lions 21 Green Bay Packers 31 - Detroit Lions 24 Miami Dolphins 34 - Buffalo Bills 31 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 17 - Carolina Panthers 16 Oakland Raiders 33 - Indianapolis Colts 25 Tennessee Titans 24 - Houston Texans 17 San Francisco 49ers 22 - Los Angeles Rams 21 Cincinnati Bengals 27 - Baltimore Ravens 10 Arizona Cardinals 34 - Seattle Seahawks 31 Seattle Seahawks 25 - San Francisco 49ers 23 New Orleans Saints 31 - Tampa Bay Buccaneers 24 Kansas City Chiefs 37 - San Diego Chargers 27 Houston Texans 12 - Cincinnati Bengals 10 Denver Broncos 24 - Oakland Raiders 6 Pittsburgh Steelers 31 - Baltimore Ravens 27 Arizona Cardinals 44 - Los Angeles Rams 6 Kansas City Chiefs 33 - Denver Broncos 10 New York Giants 19 - Washington Redskins 10