Volume 17, Issue 4 www.viennahighschool.com/newspaper THE TALON Vienna, IL Vienna High School February 2011 Dillon Hall and Hannah McGinnisPage layout by Jacob McGill crowned Homecoming King and Queen Article by Jacob McGill On Friday, December 10, The overall totals for the week 2010, Dillon Hall and Hannah were Seniors first place, followed McGinnis were crowned Vienna by the Freshmen in second, then High School Homecoming King the Juniors in third, and the and Queen. Sophomores came in fourth. “Being crowned Queen The theme of this year’s was a huge surprise,” said homecoming was “Hollywood newly crowned Queen Hannah Walk of Fame.” The Queen McGinnis. “Once I got over the candidates were Hannah initial shock, I was really happy McGinnis, Taylor Hoffman, and excited! Thanks so much to Emily Horn, and Brittany Rice. everyone who voted for me; I The King candidates were Dillon really appreciate it.” Hall, Aaron Myers, Drew Kirby, Homecoming week was and Brayden Leeds. The Junior December 5 through December attendants were Kyle Loyd, 10. Students participated in a Brian West, Brooke Childress, variety of activities throughout and Heather Nance. Sophomore the week. attendants were Dominick Monday was Class Color Day Tedeschi, Andrew Rockwell, with a money collection for the Anastasia Austin, and Knikki Angel Tree Foundation. Tuesday Keeling. Freshman attendants was Crazy Day with volleyball were Christian Dahncke, Luke during lunch, and Wednesday Hogan, Maranda Chance, and was Twin Day with an Obstacle Cassidy Stout. The Master and Course at lunch. Thursday was Mistress of Ceremonies were Legends of Hollywood Day with Clayton Smith and Maggie Cox. “Minute to Win It” Challenges. The Homecoming game Friday was School Spirit Day started off with the Vienna with tug-of-war during lunch. Eagles basketball team losing a The seniors pulled the hardest, heartbreaker to Hamilton County coming in first, Juniors with with a score of 45 to 41. second, Sophomores in third, and Immediately following the freshmen last. ceremony was the Homecoming On Friday afternoon, the dance in the old gym. The DJ for homecoming skits and speeches the event was Mr. Craig Bradley. were followed by the lip syncs, Student Council coordinated which was the highlight of the all of this year’s Homecoming week. The juniors took the lip sync activities. Special thanks to crown for the second year in a row Student Council sponsors Mrs. with the help of class sponsors, Jo Ellen Reichert and Mr. John Mr. and Mrs. Palmer. The Seniors Giffin for another great VHS On December 10, 2010 Dillon Hall and Hannah McGinnis were chosen as VHS 2010 came in second, followed by the Homecoming! Homecoming King and Queen. Freshmen and then Sophomores.

2010 VHS Homecoming Court was presented on Friday, December 10, 2010. From left to right: Christian Dahncke, Maranda Chance, Dominick Tedeschi, Knikki Keeling, Kyle Loyd, Brooke Childress, Brayden Leeds, Taylor Hoffman, Aaron Myers, Brittany Rice, 2010 King Dillon Hall, 2010 Queen Hannah McGinnis, Drew Kirby, Retiring 2009 Queen Kayla Loyd, Retiring 2009 King Ethan McGinnis, Emily Horn, Brian West, Heather Nance, Andrew Rockwell, Anastasia Austin, Luke Hogan, and Cassidy Stout. Page 2 The Talon February 2011 Talon Staff Homecoming week 2010-2011 By Kelly Fitzgerald Editors-in-Chief Tyler Harner Kirsten Trambley Managing Editor Kari Robertson Layout Editor Kelly Fitzgerald News Editor Jessica McMahon Writing Staff Marissa Ross • Clarissa Court Chris Ditterline • Drew Walsh Dylan Latham • Kyle Loyd Melissa Maze • Jacob McGill Isaac Rogers • Kassey McDonald Sarah Cain • Jenna Edwards Layout Staff Devon Albright • Katelyn Bailey Anthony Bible • Kyle Bowman Courtney Cavitt • Maria Hill Keisha Chapman • Jacob Lane Brittany Dixon • Sarena Kotter Mikayla Stokes • Ben Large Jessica McCabe • Nick Meyers Shayelin Nelson • Tori Page Rebecca Sandfort • Drew Kirby Racheal Sullivan • Alexis Klinger Courtney Wassmann Advisor Mrs. Joan Clayton Mr. Marc Palmer and VHS seniors, Emily Horn and Clayton Smith, kill the germs on Vienna High School crazy day. 601 N. 1st Street Vienna, IL 62995 Senior, Brittany Rice, and Sophomore, Phone (618) 658-3011 Kaley Turpen, have a blast dressing out [email protected] for crazy day. The Vienna High School Talon is a publication of the Desktop Publishing Class. Unless otherwise stated, all articles and writings featured are the work of the students in the class. If you would like your ad to appear in The Talon, contact Joan Clayton at 658-4461 x218. The Talon is on the web at www.viennahighschool.com/newspaper

Mrs. Beth Palmer and Mrs. Joan Clayton check out the reading material here at VHS Junior, Kassey McDonald, showing enthusiasm with their wacky glasses. for her class on class distinction day.

Freshmen enjoy their first taste of homecoming week here at VHS. (Left to right: Haley Juniors, Kari Robertson and Kasyn Moore, looking “gangsta” as Eminem and Lil’ Edwards, Noah Bain, Markayla Johnson, Derek Maier, and Desiree Walter) Wayne on Hollywood day. HomecomingPage 3 The Talon week February 2011 By Kelly Fitzgerald

VHS students Kaley Turpen, Brittany Rice, Paige Langston, and Marissa Ross show true friendship on spirit day.

VHS Senior, Drew Walsh, leads the march Students Breanna Abner, Tyler Wright, Sami McKibben and forward for his class on school spirit day. Zack Akins show amazing participation on crazy day.

Sophomores, Knikki Keeling, Cady Ross, Anastasia Austin, and Carley Childress having a wild time on crazy day. VHS Sophomores Keeley Harper and Maria Botello making amazing memories during homecoming week.

VHS Senior, Aaron Meyers, representing his class well on crazy day.

Teachers, Mrs. Joan Clayton and Mrs. JoEllen Reichert, Juniors, Tyler Russel and Kassey McDonald, acting providing peace during homecoming week. tough towards the competition.

VHS Senior, Emily Horn, and Juniors Marissa VHS Juniors, Jordan Lebeau, Patrick Gray, Austin Woolverton, Dylan Cremeens, Haley Hand, Kayla Elms, and Bryan West show Ross and Kelly Fitzgerald having the time of support for their class on class distinction day. their lives during homecoming week. Page 4 The Talon February 2011 Page By Kelly Fitzgerald

Seniors Bridgett Cavitt, Paige Langston, Maggie Cox, and Alexis Klinger, performing Freshmen Christian Dahncke, Markayla Johnson, Courtney Cavitt, Desiree Walter, a dance routine to “Express Burlesque” by Christina Aguilera. Bryce Shoemaker, and Maranda Chance bustin’ a move to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller.” Lip Syncs

Junior Tyler Harner dressed as Stu Price Freshman Christian Dahncke goes into from the hit movie The Hangover, and character as Garth Algar from Wayne’s Junior Heather Nance disguised as Mike World performing “Foxy Lady” by the Tyson’s pet tiger, performing “The Tiger late Jimi Hendrix. Song.” Taylor Hoffmann, Hannah McGinnis, and Emily Horn representing the senior class by rendering “Man in the Mirror” by, the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.

Junior superstars, Clayton Wright and Jacob McGill, portrayed as Johnny Castle and Heather Nance in costume as Sandra Baby Houseman reenacting the “Love is Strange” scene from Dirty Dancing. Bullock rapping to “Get Low” by Lil’ Jon.

Seniors Drew Walsh as the Phantom and Hannah McGinnis as Christine Josh Loyd representing the senior class as Jacob Lane as Stu Price, Drew Wlash as Alan Garner, and Markus Stram as Phil performing “Phantom of the Opera.” the man dressed in black, Johnny Cash. Wenneck from The Hangover singing “Three Best Friends.” Page 5 The Talon February 2011 By Kari Robertson & Kelly Fitzgerald

Dressed as the cast from Wayne’s World performing “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Juniors: Sahara Veach, Clayton Wright, Bryan West, Kyle Loyd, Cain Taylor, Chris Ditterline, Tyler Harner, and Heather Nance, started the show for the reigning lip sync champion junior class. Lip Syncs

Dressed to kill, Kyle Loyd as Will Smith and Senior, Alexis Klinger, washing up while Chris Ditterline as Tommy Lee Jones, break singing “Baby it’s Cold Outside” by Dean It’s Raining Men with Will Dahmer as Junior Kelly Fitzgerald in her tribal out in a rap to a Men In Black song. Martin” in the movie Elf. he breaks out in song by The Weather drag as Betty White from The Proposal. Girls..

Brayden Leeds as Eminem, from the Juniors Kassey McDonald, Jessica Senior Trea Foster as funny man Will movie 8 Mile, busting a rhyme to “Lose McMahon, and Marissa Ross dressed as Ferrel in the Christmas comedy Elf. Yourself.” the Pink Ladies from Grease.

Junior, Eddie Bottello, singing “Secret Agent Man,” by Johnny Rivers as seen in Sophomore, Tyler Wright, as Mini Me from Ace Ventura. Senior Jacob Lane posed as Kate Winslet in the dramatic blockbuster movie The Titanic. Austin Powers singing “Just the two of Us.” Page 6 The Talon February 2011 Page layout by Isaac Rogers and Jacob McGill Intramural volleyball hits center court Article by Jacob McGill On January 19, 2011 Vienna Mr. Marc Palmer coordinated my intramural team is very bright her opinion on this years season, High School started their intramural both the round-robin and the this year. I think I made a very “I think the competition rate is up volleyball season with ten teams in double elimination tournament. strategically wise decision by very high in this year’s volleyball. the tournament. He commented, “Intramural was switching from my old team to There are some good teams, but no Each year the season starts with revived at Vienna about eight years the Beth’s Angels. Although there doubt that Mr. Stafford’s team, the a round-robin format, where each ago. We started with basketball and will always be a special place in Rockstar Teasers, are the best!” of the 10 teams play each other. then switched to volleyball in the my heart for the X-men, my new All in all this season is expected At the end of the round-robin, the last five years. Volleyball has been team, Beth’s Angels, is simply to be very heated and one of the best teams are seeded by their amount received really well. Intramural amazing and definitely lives up to in years at Vienna High School. of wins and losses, and put into a volleyball allows both boys and it’s name!” double elimination tournament to girls to play together, which is Mr. Palmer says even though see who can become Vienna High great.” the competition is very heated, four School Intramural Champs. Having 10 teams in the mix teams stand out to him. He said, This year, unlike most of the makes for a great round-robin “They all are really good teams but previous years, the competition is tournament, and for a competitive my top four teams to win would tight. Several of the teams show turnout with every team having a have to be Beth’s Angels, Rockstar great potential. great chance of winning. Teasers, Ducks, and X-men.” Isaac Rogers, member of Beth’s The games are played during One of the most highly Angels and a junior here at VHS lunch from 11:45 until the bell rings anticipated matches is between the said “Beth’s Angels are going to at 12:05. Students need to eat lunch Rockstar Teasers and Beth’s Angels. dominate this year. Not to disrespect quickly so that they can enjoy the Beth’s Angels have an advantage the other teams, but with our full heated rivalries and the great games over the Rockstars because Beth’s force roster, dynamite fans and the that are going to be played. Angles took the first game in the best coach ever, we cant be beat!” Hannah McGinnis, a senior grudge match. The two will meet Commissioner of the VIV, and a player for the Beth’s Angels, again in another great match. Commissioner, Mr. Marc Palmer, explaining to the two teams about the first (Vienna Intramural Volleyball) commented, “The outlook for Kassey McDonald provided to five scoring system to prevent stalling.

Pictured above Rockstar Teasers, (front) Jacob McGill, Erhen Kirby, Blake Gray, Pictured above Beth’s Angels, (front) Fan, Sahara Veach, Eddie Botello, (middle) (middle) Alexis Klinger,Kassey McDonald, Jessica McMahon, (back) Coach Mr. Josh Hannah McGinnis, Taylor Hoffman, Carley Childress, Kelly Fitzgerald, Brooke Stafford, and Drew Walsh. Childress, (back) Isaac Rogers, Tyler Harner, and Coach Mrs. Beth Palmer. Page 7 The Talon February 2011 Page layout by Kari Robertson, Isaac Robgers, and Kirsten Trambley Hannah McGinnis reaches 1,000 rebounds Article by Kirsten Trambley In January of 2011, in Lady Eagles history to and passing.” This is not Hannah McGinnis became accomplish this.” to say that Hannah has not the first player in Vienna’s Hannah spoke about scored much this season, as basketball history to the fact that this year, the she has continued to add to capture 1,000 rebounds in players from opposing her attainment of scoring four years as a member of teams have been defending her 1,000th point during her the Lady Eagles. against her more diligently junior year on the basketball On January 24, VHS than in the past, and it court. Senior Hannah McGinnis has changed her style of Hannah concluded by was given an award in playing. She continued to leaving an inspirational recognition for her great say, “I have had to focus message to her teammates progress. About her less on scoring and more about rebounding, “As reward, Hannah said, “I on the smaller aspects long as you work hard, am honored, excited, and of basketball, including nothing can stop you from surprised to be the first rebounding, boxing out, rebounding.” VHS Senior Hannah McGinnis receives her award for capturing 1000 rebounds. Pictured with her is Branon Waters, the Head Coach of the Lady Eagles. Eagles soaring through season Beta Club hosts Article by Isaac Rogers The VHS Eagles with 3-2 in conference.” spring dance basketball season is The Eagles have faced moving along rapidly. The hard losses, close games Article by Kirsten Trambley Eagles have shown great and triumphant battles The VHS Beta Club Melissa Maze, also improvement from last and through it all still held their annual spring known as Baby Spice, said, year’s basketball season. maintain a great record. dance on January 28. The “I feel honored to represent The Eagles put up a The Eagles now hold dance was a fundraiser to one of the Spice Girls, great fight in the Sesser- a 9-11 record in the whole attend National Convention because their music has Valier Holiday Tournament, division and a 3-2 record in June. Craig Bradley was been highly influential on only to come up slightly in their conference, not the DJ for the dance. society. Also, the $5 that short and be eliminated counting tournament play, as A competition for the I won was definitely worth in the second round. mentioned by Coach Waters. best-dressed singers was it! VHS teacher and Coach Waters said that held, and the $25 prize was The VHS Beta Club basketball coach Mr. Cory he would like to thank split between seniors Sarah is very thankful for the Waters commented, “The everyone for their support Cain, Amy Simmons, Paige continued support of their team has made tremendous and he encourages everyone Langston, Melissa Maze, peers to assist in funding progress from last season. to come out and cheer on and Maggie Cox who were their trip to Nashville, They have gone from the Eagles as they continue dressed as the Spice Girls. Tennessee. only winning three games through their season. Stephen Sullivan practices his free throws before a game. overall to being 9-11 Kirsten Trambley wins VFW scholarship Article by Sarah Cain In October 2010, County area. Kirsten was the scholarship applicable Kirsten Trambley, a then invited to a dinner for students in grades 9- Vienna High School with several post winners 12. senior, submitted an essay to determine the district Before Kirsten received answering the question, winner. information regarding the “Does My Generation The dinner was held program, she was unaware Have a Role in America’s at a post in Sesser on that these programs existed Future?” to the Vienna January 8. When thinking for those younger than VFW for the Voice of back upon her experience, seniors. Kirsten gave some Democracy Scholarship. Kirsten commented, “It advice for students who The VFW, Veterans was really great to meet want to enter the contest of Foreign Wars, is a other academically- in the future, “When you nonprofit organization minded students from write your speech, have it that donates millions of throughout the region. proofread for errors. When dollars and several hours The speech given by the you record your speech, of community service district winner at the speak slowly and clearly to the area surrounding conclusion of the dinner because that is what the their post. The Voice of was definitely deserving judges are looking for in a Democracy scholarship, of the award.” winning entry.” started in 1946, awards Kirsten suggests You can get more over 2.3 million dollars in that all students in the information about the scholarships every year. applicable grades apply Voice of Democracy and At the Beta Club dance, these girls were inspired to dress as the Spice Kirsten’s essay won to the Patriots Pen, the Patriots Pen scholarships Girls. Pictured above are Scary Spice Sarah Cain, Sporty Spice Amy scholarship for grades 5-8, Simmons, Posh Spice Paige Langston, Baby Spice Melissa Maze, and at the Vienna post level, at http://www.vfw.org/ in front, Ginger Spice Maggie Cox won the costume award. which covers the Johnson or the Voice of Democracy, Community/Programs/. Page 8 The Talon February 2011 Page layout by Kirsten Trambley and Chris Ditterline FFA attends Farm Bureau Acquaintance Day Article submitted by Victoria Pearl On January 25, 2011, Southern Illinois University held the Farm Bureau Acquaintance Day. Vienna FFA chapter took 11 members to attend the event. The students were sent to three different sessions: an opening session, workshops, and a closing session. At the workshops, the students were separated into groups then sent to different workshops. During the workshops, the students discussed topics such as opportunities and careers in agriculture, how they can help their community, the Farm Bureau Organization, FFA after high school, and connecting FFA to agriculture in the classroom. To close up the sessions, the students got FFA members Makesha Pritchett, Brandi McCuan, and FFA members Cady Ross, Brandi McCuan, and Megan to listen to keynote addresses by Farm Bureau Megan Pope having a great time at Acquaintance Day at Pope enjoying the Farm Bureau Day. President, Phillip Nelson. SIU.

FFA members attend Farm Bureau Acquaintance Day. Kelsi Ingle, Brandi McCuan, Brianna Mawdsley, Andrew Rockwell, Makesha Pritchett, Garret Mattox, Cady Ross, Nathan Gurley, Tania Irwin, Maria Hill, and Megan Pope. Betas perform an angelic project Article by Kirsten Trambley For the third consecutive year, VHS Betas in a Beta-sponsored service activity by hosting service project, and I am going to miss it in the collected money to buy Christmas presents a toy drive as an additional way for each class future while I am attending college.” for the Angel Tree program that is sponsored to earn points. To help this year, nearly each Sarah enjoyed her time of service as well and by the Family Counseling Center in Vienna. student donated $1 to assist with the Angel Tree said, “Having this service activity has inspired When parents are unable to buy their children project. Collectively, $360 was raised by all me to help with the Angel Tree in the coming Christmas presents, they can take their child to VHS students, and $240 was donated by Beta years because it is such a blast to go shopping the center and write down their clothing sizes members directly. Mrs. Bradley said, “I was for the kids, and I enjoy the thought of putting a and any items that they want for Christmas. very excited to continue this service project for smile on a child’s face.” This year, the amount requested to be spent a third year, and the monetary help from VHS The gifts were later taken to the Family on each child rose to $60, as opposed to $40 in students during Homecoming week was very Counseling Center to provide an enjoyable the past. To assist in affording this extra amount appreciated.” Christmas experience to young children in the for the ten children that were chosen, the Betas After the money was collected, VHS chapter area. found an alternate way to sponsor this service Vice President Kirsten Trambley, Secretary project. Melissa Maze, Treasurer Sarah Cain, and Mrs. Fortunately for the club, Homecoming Bradley went shopping for the ten children. week was quickly approaching. Last year About her involvement, Kirsten stated, “I am so during spirit week, the school came together grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this

Beta Club Secretary Sarah Cain, contemplates whether Beta Club Vice President Kirsten Trambley, excitedly the striped shirt is the right or wrong one for the child Beta Club Treasurer Melissa Maze, displays a shows off the Pillow Pet that she found for one of the that she shopped for. Tinker Bell figurine which she purchased for the children that she shopped for. young girl that she chose. Page 9 The Talon February 2011 Page layout by Kirsten Trambley and Kari Robertson Church offers recovery with “Life Hurts, God Heals” Article by Chris Ditterline Starting March 1st, a local “Life Hurts, God Heals,” is the previous years’ eight week times.” Vienna church will be offering solely focused on leading people program, and is longer so that it can Ellie Bakel, VHS Sophomore rehabilitation to anyone in need of down the positive paths of coping be dedicated to helping you deal and representative for the church, recovery from depression or grief. with their issues. They will help with your issues over a period of spoke out about the benefits The program will help inspire you handle your issues, not with time. involved. ‘‘Life Hurts, God people to embrace God into their harmful or negative thoughts, but Mr. Tommy Martinez, the Heals’ is the best way to deal with lives to help them deal with their by assisting you in realizing God youth pastor who is in charge of negative stress,” Ellie said. “There problems. It will also help younger is always here to help and support the program described its benefits. is no better way to deal with grief adults realize the tools older adults you. “This program will not only help than by letting Christ in your life need to get through their lives in The program is not only for those in need of help, but will also and admitting you are powerless a positive way. Additionally, the people dealing with emotional help those who need to understand without Him.” program is for getting friends or issues, but is also for anyone other people’s problems, and unite Meetings for this program will loved ones on the right path with who would like to build a closer them all with Christ.” be held every Tuesday night starting Christ in their lives. relationship with God. Everyone Mr. Martinez also voiced his in March. For more information, Harmful methods or negative is encouraged to attend if you are thoughts on the longer program by contact the First United Methodist ways to deal with grief could lead willing to let God come closer into saying, “A longer program gives Church of Vienna at (618)-658- you down the wrong path, so your life. This program was moved us more time to understand what 3311. to a one year program instead of tools you need to get through tough VHS students rock out in Fare Thee Well Article by Clarissa Court Three very talented students at Vienna High School use their talent to bring glory to God in the band Fare Thee Well, a Christian band from Ozark. VHS Senior, Nick Mott, and Junior, Austin Leal, play electric guitar, and Andrew Williams, a sophomore at VHS, plays keyboard. Also in the band are David Michael Webb, pastor of Ozark Baptist Church, who sings and plays acoustic guitar, Asa Nance of Simpson who plays bass guitar, and Luke Nance of Simpson who plays drums. The Nance’s also assist David Michael with the vocals. They play all kinds of Christian music, and they determine The members of “Fare Thee Well” rehearse quite frequently. They are David Michael Webb, Asa Nance, VHS senior Nick Mott, VHS what they will play by the audience junior Austin Leal, VHS sophomore Andrew Williams, and Luke Nance. that they will be performing for. “Everyone in the youth group and Mounds. They also play during The band plays cover songs The band practices at Ozark Baptist at church knew how to play an services at Ozark Baptist. of popular Christian music. The Church every Tuesday night. instrument, so it just kind of made Nick Mott said that his best members of Fare Thee Well are Fare Thee Well was started about sense to start a band,” said Nick. memory with the band was after currently writing their own music three years ago. David originally The band went almost two years playing in Carrier Mills, when a and practicing it, but have not had a band named Chasing without a name, until Sam Nance, stranger in the crowd approached the performed their own work yet. Parades. Before Fare Thee Well father of Asa and Luke, suggested band. She asked if they could find was started, the members would fill the name Fare Thee Well. the time to play in her hometown, in for members of Chasing Parades The band has played at multiple but she understood if the band was when needed. Over time, Chasing locations in the past. These locations booked for the rest of the month. Parades drifted apart and Fare Thee include Fairfield, Carrier Mills, “It made us feel really good about Well was formed. Vienna, Buncombe, West Frankfort, ourselves,” said Nick. Services Provided Specialties Skin Consultation Skin Esthetics by Acne Facial Mild to severe acne? Mini Facial Grace This incorporates all the necessary ingredients & Backial at techniques helping you Glycolic Peel Julie’s Classic Cuts & Spa achieve a radiant, clear, complexion. Lactic Peel Money Back Bronze Biologic Tan Revitalight Receive discount Guarantee! with Student ID Beautiful tan without Card! sun damage. Made with 1004 W. Vine Street aloe vera derivative. 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Senior Beta Club member Vhs Beta sponsor Mrs. Bradley Christa Evers commented, “The commented, “We had a great lock-in was a lot of fun because turnout with 53 of our members of the numerous activities that I attending, and it was an enjoyable participated in, and I will definitely experience.” miss it in the coming years.” During the lock-in, Betas took Junior Eddie Botello and senior Shailen Rosenthal rocking out their new Christmas ornaments they received at the Beta lock in. New State laws in effect on January 1 Article by Dylan Latham As of January 1, many new parent who fails to put their child in individuals who are void in the own any primate, unless of course laws have taken effect in the state a safety belt can be given a fine. area of common sense. So like you have your own designated of Illinois. These laws are listed Any charges made by a red light everything else, a few senseless facility such as a zoo, which is not here so that you can learn to follow traffic camera must be validated by people create the need for a law that very likely. them. a policeman before a ticket can be is unnecessary for most of us. The Hair braiders, be on your toes. For those of you who have a lead issued to any driver. equation is this: Illinois = broke = There is now a $300 license fee for foot, beware. From now on, if you Using one’s cell phone in any fundraising legislation + senseless anyone who wants to braid hair. are caught speeding 30 miles over way, whether it is texting, calling, people = an unnecessary new law.” “Sexting” by minors is illegal the speed limit, you will be charged or surfing the web while driving in From now on, employers and can now be punished by a trip with a Class B misdemeanor. You a school zone, is now illegal. may not ask about an applicant’s to juvenile court followed by an also have the possibility of a $1,500 Mr. Brian Jones, a VHS or employee’s credit history. order into counseling. fine and a jail sentence of up to six English and history teacher said, Also, the employer may not Hopefully, now that you have months. Anyone caught speeding “It is not a good idea (based on discriminate against any individual read these new laws, you will follow 40 miles over the speed limit will previous research) to drive a motor in employment, compensation, them and be the most outstanding receive a class A misdemeanor, up vehicle while operating a mobile or condition because of his or her citizen that you can possibly be. to one year in jail, and a $2,500 phone. Someone with a small dab credit history. fine. of common sense already knows Sadly, for all of you primate Also in the world of driving any this. 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If that doesn’t work, at least you have to go to DQ everyday because a great way to not spend your money. If to impress, I’m sure the last thing he will you get to have the fun of finding it. it’s cheap? Well, worry no longer. Isaac you stay at home, you save gas money, be worried about is your nails. 9) Save up to buy clothes is here to solve that problem. Simply there is no place to buy anything, useful 6) Guys: Video game swap Usually, when you buy new clothes, follow at least one of these ten simple or not, and you won’t have the urge to For those of you who, (like my little you end up spending a lot more than you instructions and you will rock high stop at a fast food restaurant even when brother) are still stuck in the fantasy world planned. To prevent spending more than school like Donald Trump. your not even close to being hungry. of video games twenty-four seven, this your limited amount, try saving up a Come on now, it can’t be that bad to stay one’s for you. Before you go out and buy little of your money at a time and only go 1) Get a job at home and spend time with your parents a new expensive video game, see if one clothes shopping once a month. This will That’s right. It’s time to grow up and siblings every once in a while, can of your friends has it. Maybe they have help get a good idea on how much you guys. Sorry to break it to you, but the it? They do love you, after all. already beaten it and are willing to trade can spend and have that cash cushion to days of playing all day and collecting 4) Eat lunch at a friends house one of your games. This will save you a fall back on just in case you need it. cash from your parents is in the past. Aside from the high school tradition ton of cash to spend on more important 10) Final Step You’re “grown up” now so it’s time to of either eating the “delicious” school things, like maybe a girlfriend? The tenth and final instruction on earn your own money. You’re going to food or going out to one of the local fast 7) House party! surviving high school is to not focus too need to apply for a job, preferably one food locations, there is a third option: For those of us who actually have a hard on saving your money. Although from a local business. so you can save find a friend that lives near the school social life, I know going out and having having a large amount of money is gas. For example, get a job here in and eat your lunch there once or twice a fun with friends is definitely necessary. always great, spending it is even better. Vienna such as McDonald’s or Dairy week. Eating at a friend’s house (or even However, going out to a movie, bowling, Don’t go out and spend every dime Queen. The long hours and minimum your own) is beneficial because you get laser tag, or whatever you and your you have, but don’t throw yourself into wage will be totally worth it. the food you want, and if you eat fast friends enjoy doing is not exactly the cardiac arrest when deciding whether or 2) Stop buying useless junk enough, you could have time to hang out cheapest way to go. To save some cash, not to buy something you really want. I know what you’re thinking; or play whatever video game happens all that’s necessary is to throw a party everything you buy is 100% useful, but to be popular at the moment, while not at your house with a pool of money So there you have it. These ten the truth is, it’s not. To be specific, it’s not spending any of your money. contributed by you and your friends. Not instructions will eventually get you exactly necessary to stop by McDonald’s 5) Girls: Do your own nails only do you save some money, the worry owning your own mega-corporation and to get a way over-sugared sweet tea every I can only imagine the treacherous about curfew is no longer an issue. more money than you know what to do time you have a chance. Cutting down looks I’m getting as you read this 8) Travel light with. Unfortunately, it requires some on the habit of stopping at Casey’s every instruction. The truth is, spending $30 By travel light I mean don’t carry time, so until then, keep TRUMPing morning to buy “breakfast” (also know to $40 dollars on getting someone to do all the money you have with you. For high school. as greasy food that will do everything your nails is a huge waste! Why spend example, leave half of your money at except prepare you for the day ahead) is so much money when you can do pretty home so when you have the spending a useless habit as well. much the same thing on your own. That’s urge, you don’t have your money with Lawrence SAM’S & Bean Insurance Highway 45 North “Contact us Vienna, IL for all your insurance Johnny Huckelberry needs” Tax Service

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You carry a pencil, highlighter, and You tell your parents that you cannot find big eraser in the pocket of your hoodie the entropy of the universe when they at all times. tell you to clean your room.

You talk about checking your Your Top 5 Bucket List only contains grades while you are plans with Beta Club and musicals. on Facebook. You go to sleep earlier on weekends You store quotes from your than favorite television show in your on school nights. phone’s note pad. You TiVo the History Channel. Your answer to nearly every question is, “I have an app for You are asked if you like pie, and you that.” say, “Yes, 3.14159 is my favorite number!”

You have thoughts such as, “I feel less You spend more time with teachers and powerful because I took my boots horses than with off. I’m like a superhero.” your peers.

You wear name tags for hours after You don’t like people. an event. You ask someone out and say, “I want you Nerd more than an electron wants a proton.”

You like to hang out at school. Your love notes say, “Solve for i: i/u <3”

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Mrs. Guest Where did you meet your spouse? How did you know it was true love? Domsville Baptist Church in Harrisburg It was a million little things that added up to Where did you go on your first date? “I just knew.” We went to Cracker Barrel and fell in love over What is the sweetest thing your spouse has ever apple pancakes. done for you? What was your wedding like? Before we got married, in May 2005, Jonathan HOT - as in the hottest day of the year. People bought me a dress, got down on one knee, and asked were actually melting! me to go to prom with him. It was my first year teach- Where did you go on your honeymoon? ing at VHS and our first prom together! Maui, Hawaii

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Mr. Lawrence Where did you meet your spouse? I met my wife at church camp. Where did you go on your honeymoon? We went on a Caribbean I really liked her, but was too shy to ask her out and cruise. didn’t think she would be interested. A mutual How did you know it was true love? My wife and friend persuaded me to ask her on a date. I started dating a summer when I was at home from She actually said yes, and we have been together college. When I went back to college, even though ever since. I rarely got to see her I knew that as long as she Where did you go on your first date? I took her didn’t break up with me I would marry her because to Whaler’s Catch in Paducah. no other girl came close to comparing to her. What was your wedding like? We got married the What is the sweetest thing your spouse has ever week before Christmas, so the church was decorated done for you? It is hard to single out one thing with a Christmas theme. We got married on a Friday because she is always doing sweet things, but I would night and it was the greatest moment of my life, along with just say overall how she is always there to listen to me, love the day my son was born. me, and support me whenever I need it. Ms. Will-Henn Where did you meet your spouse? We were Where did you go on your honeymoon? introduced by my blackbelt sparring partner who Everywhere we go, because we are still on our just happened to be his brother. We met at the honeymoon! Jet Li movie “Romeo Must Die.” How did you know it was true love? When Where did you go on your first date? It didn’t we would talk about different things, sometimes start out as a date… We went golfing and on a we would disagree. I knew it was true love particularly weird hole, I had to point out where when we would listen to each other, give the the flag was. I put my hand on his shoulder merits of our argument and in the end be okay, and pointed at the flag and it was like a jolt of even if we still disagreed. electricity went through. We both got invited to his What is the sweetest thing your spouse has ever brother’s rehearsal dinner and we ended up going done for you? I think the sweetest thing he has ever together. That was the first night we were officially dating. done was build my child an awesome playset with a tower What was your wedding like? Very simple. The two of us and waterslide. He did something for her because he knew and Ellie were the wedding party. Friends and family were invited how important she is to me. by phone and it took place in a very small church in Franklin Grove IL, where my husband had been baptized.

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My favorite thing about homecoming week I enjoyed the amount of time spent on was the lip syncs. The students here were activities; they were definitely entertaining! Rivalry heats up as tension between mascots for the Blackcats and Eagles escalates. much more enthused than students at other Danny Chapman was hilarious! schools. Dahncke Pharmacy Free Daily Delivery in Vienna Jon A. Simmons 803 1/2 North 1st St. Auctioneer Vienna, IL 62995 Mon - Fri 8:30-5:30 Sat 9-12 Noon (618)-658-8030 Marc J. Dahncke, RPH. Tiffany D. Dahncke Vienna, IL Johnson County Collins Car Wash Supervisor of Assessments Office Located in Courthouse Annex Business 658-8010 Residence 658-2605 Fax 615 Highway 146 East 658-4209 Vienna, IL 62995 Bobby Collins, Owner Have a safe and prosperous year! Page 19 The Talon February 2011 Article by Melissa Maze and Kassey McDonald Page layout by Tyler Harner and Melissa Maze Vi-Hi Opinion Whats your best advice to underclassman on how to succeed at VHS

Taylor Henderson Andrew Kirby Clarissa Court Don’t let anyone Get involved in clubs and Surround yourself discourage you or make extra-curricular activities. with friends that also you feel like you cannot High school flies by strive to succeed. do something because you so fast, so you need to Help each other out can do anything you set get involved. Getting and be each other’s your mind to. Most of all, involved in sports will support systems. have fun and do not stress help you become a better Don’t allow bad over the small things, they teammate and gives you responsibilities. So get friends to bring you are not worth it. INVOLVED! down! Garrett Mattox Ehren Kirby Bridgett Cavitt Take dual credit Always be nice to To walk into everyday classes. It will help your teachers and with a smile on your you out in the long run. they will be nice face and try your best Also, you can try to get to you. Do not at everything that on the honors Escrow be afraid to make you do, whether it is list. This enables you friends because the in the classroom or a to take classes over the more friends you sporting event. summer at Shawnee for have the more fun free! you will have. Chelsie Racey Nick Mott Sarena Kotter High school is the Always be kind and cour- stepping stone to Find your friends, teous to people. A good whatever career you but don’t even let attitude and being willing choose. So, have fun. them sway you from to help another are quali- Also, every time a kind your dreams and ties that make life at VHS word is said or someone goals. Remember easier. Just try hard, be decides to lift up instead high school is only kind to others and do of tearing somebody four years; don’t do your best and you will do down, it is noticed and anything to ruin the just fine as an Eagle. remembered. rest of your life.

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Shayelin Nelson AliceAnn Kotter Peyton Smith Monica Goede Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior What would you change about What would you change about What would you change about What would you change about VHS? VHS? VHS? VHS? Nothing. It is good the way it is. I’d build a Red Lobster on the side Definitely going back to the 5 block To have a longer lunch because of our school. schedule. You get a chance at more lunch is super short. What is one object you cannot classes and more time in class to do homework. live without? What is one object you cannot If you could take a celebrity to My cellphone because I like being live without? What is one object you cannot able to be in contact with my family My iPod. prom, who would it be? live without? Paul Walker. He is beautiful. and friends at any time. My iPod. Music is my life, end of If you could take a celebrity to story. If you could take a celebrity to prom, who would it be? You have been given access to a prom, who would it be? Chad Michael Murray. Need I say If you could take a celebrity to time machine. Where and when It would be Ashton Kutcher because more?! prom, who would it be? would you travel to? he is hot! Penn Badgley. He’s beautiful, I would travel to the future. I would You have been given access to a charming and hilarious. What more want to see what everyone looks You have been given access to a time machine. Where and when is there? like. time machine. Where and when would you travel to? What are your plans for would you travel to? I would go back to before my Valentine’s Day? What are your plans for I would travel into the future to grandma had her stroke and get her Maybe I will stay in and have a Valentine’s Day? when I turn 25 to see how my life to the hospital before it happened. movie marathon or possibly hang Going out with my boyfriend, will turn out. out with a group of friends. If you became a multi-millionaire Tyler. If you became a multi-millionaire overnight, what would you buy? If you became a multi-millionaire overnight, what would you buy? An island in the Caribbean, a overnight, what would you buy? If you became a multi-millionaire More shoes. A girl cannot have too mansion, a blinged out blue Jeep, I would spend it on a trip around overnight, what would you buy? many pairs of shoes. and front row seats to every UNC the world. There is a lot more out I would buy a Lamborghini. They basketball game. there than just little old Vienna. are really nice and fast. Phone: (618) 658-3191 Fax: (618) 658-5007 Are you a student? Do you have your own business? Goddard’s Do you want to advertise that business Auto Body Inc. in the Talon? 865 Old Route, 146 Loop Well now you can! Vienna, Illinois 62995 We will be giving a free ad to the 24 Hour Towing first person to sign up every issue. Tires Auto Sales So come to Mrs. Clayton’s room and Alignments sign up now!

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Justin Tanner Fransisco Camargo Ryan Brown Erik de Weerd Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior What would you change about What would you change about What would you change about What would you change about VHS? VHS? VHS? VHS? Add soccer to the sports roster! Longer lunch time. It would be nice I would change the school colors to red That we can wear hats at school It is simply the best sport ever and easy to understand. because I wouldn’t have to rush and and black. because I think it is dumb we cannot. eat when I go out to lunch. What is one object you cannot live What is one object you cannot live What is one object you cannot live without? I call sport an object, if What is one object you cannot live without? not, then it would probably be a sport without? without? Broc. Yea!!! I could not live without a cell phone. object like a soccer ball. It is all I need My Xbox. It is my lifeline. Without it, to avoid boredom. I will die a slow, painful death. If you could take a celebrity to prom, If you could take a celebrity to prom, who would it be? If you could take a celebrity to prom, If you could take a celebrity to prom, who would it be? Megan Fox. She is smoking hot! who would it be? Alizée and yes; she who would it be? I would take Nicki Minaj, because she is a celebrity in Europe. I love French Megan Fox. is so fine! You have been given access to a time or at least the language. machine. Where and when would You have been given access to a time You have been given access to a time You have been given access to a time you travel to? machine. Where and when would machine. Where and when would machine. Where and when would I would like to go back and watch you travel to? Maybe 2050. I am just you travel to? you travel to? Coach Rude play football when he was incredibly curious how everyone and January 1st, 2013 to prove that the in high school. everything will change. earth doesn’t end in 2012. I would travel to 2012 to see what happens. What are your plans for Valentine’s What are your plans for Valentine’s What are your plans for Valentine’s Day? Day? Valentine’s Day in the Day? What are your plans for Valentine’s Going to Taco Bell because Taco Bell Netherlands isn’t really a big deal, so I I am probably going up to St. Louis Day? is awesome. have not really thought about anything. and of course, playing Xbox. Hanging out with my shawty. I guess school will fill in most of the If you became a multi-millionaire day. If you became a multi-millionaire If you became a multi-millionaire overnight, what would you buy? If you became a multi-millionaire overnight, what would you buy? overnight, what would you buy? A million McDouble’s because they overnight, what would you buy? An RV and a lot of Tyson chicken. I would buy some cars and a house. are good. Editor’s note: We believe An American life; a college education RV’s are sweet and Tyson chicken is he should buy one million tacos also here and a nice house with a swimming the best food ever. because he loves Taco Bell. pool and a soccer court. I love America, and I want to stay here! McDonalds 707 E Vine St. Vienna, IL 62995 (618) 658-7086 323 E Vine Street Vienna, IL 62995 (618) 658-9218 Bob Harper Kelly Harper Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM Page 23 The Talon February 2011 Article by Sarah Cain and Melissa Maze Mystery Spotlights Page layout by Melissa Maze

If someone wrote a book about your If someone wrote a book about If someone wrote a book about If someone wrote a book about life, what would they title it? your life, what would they title your life, what would they title your life, what would they title it? The Life of Me. Because you cannot it? it? If someone wrote a book on my life be described in one book! Duh! I don’t think anyone would be able (My Name) Gone Wild they might title it, From Michigan to portray my life in a book. to Illinois. I lived in Michigan my Do you know anyone at VHS with Do you know anyone at VHS whole life and recently moved here. the same birthday as you? Do you know anyone at VHS with the same birthday as you? Do you know anyone at VHS with No, not that I know of. I’m one of a with the same birthday as you? Chris Ditterline; 2/25/94 kind in my mind and I think I was the the same birthday as you? Mrs.. H and Cody McKibben, Nope only one born on my birthday! unfortunately…just kidding. What is your biggest fear? Dying a slow and painful death. What is your biggest fear? What is your biggest fear? What is your biggest fear? I love life and to go slowly and My biggest fear is failure because I Clowns. Once when I was a kid, a have a lot planned for my future. clown came up to me and squirted I’m probably most afraid of snakes painfully would be just awful. because all they do is move around water at me. I have been terrified Describe yourself in five words? ever since. all gross like and they bite people. Describe yourself in five words? Tall, goofy, outgoing, dedicated I am quiet, funny, energetic, intimidating, and smart. Describe yourself in five words? Describe yourself in five words? and crazy. Wild, outgoing, funny, clumsy and Active, klutz, short, amazing and The compliment you get the most sociable. awesome! The compliment you get the is what? most is what? The compliment I get the most is I The compliment you get the most is The compliment you get the Are you getting taller? You are a am very respectful. what? most is what? bottomless pit. That my eyes are really pretty. People My amazing shortness. If you could change one thing always say, “They are so blue and If you could change one thing about yourself what would you pretty!” If you could change one thing about yourself what would you change? about yourself what would you change? If I could change anything about If you could change one thing about change? My clumsiness, because it limits myself it would be my hand writing because sometimes I cannot read yourself what would you change? If I could change one thing, I my ability to dance.

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