the Commentator Vol. 60, No.1 June 2012 A publication of Douglas Southall Freeman High School, Henrico, Virginia 23229 Student Awards The times they are a changin’ National Merit Finalists: Robert Gilligan Joseph Pittman Trent Singleton National Merit Semifinalsits: Editor-in-Chief Glenn Abernathy John Carignan Henrico County high school Robert Gilligan students will get to sleep in for Joseph Pittman the 2012-2013 school year. District One Act Festival: The School Board voted to Tate Houff (best actor) change hours from 9 a.m. to Max Faria-Santos (honorable 3:55 p.m. The school day will be mention) shorter by five minutes. 1st Place Division IV: The middle school day will be- Concert Band gin at 8:35 a.m. and end at 3:10 Wind Ensemble p.m. Their day will be shorter by Jazz Ensemble ten minutes. Outstanding Soloist Award: The elementary school day has Alec McElroy (concert band) two different start times. The Lilo Ryan (wind ensemble) first group begins at 7:40 a.m. Shirley Barlow (wind ensemble) and ends at 2:10 p.m. and the Jesse Woon (jazz ensemble) second starts at 8:10 a.m. and Jazz Ensemble: ends at 2:40 p.m. Their day will Best Brass Section be longer by fifteen minutes. Best Woodwind Section This small time difference may Best Rhythm section seem insignificant, but it was PHOTO: LEAH MARTIN Overall Jazz Champion designed to give the buses more time in the morning. Mr. Ahrens gives students who arrive on late busses passes to class. Next year’s bell schedule should Concert Band: help more buses to get here on time. Excellent rating (VBODA) Warren Ahrens, assistant prin- cipal favors the time change; he Wind Ensemble: That’s really the upside. The athletes who have to miss sev- as dance team, step team, and believes it will “give us more Superior rating (VBODA) reason for the time change is to enth period will miss out on band could be affected. time in the morning.” make the bus arrival time more information for that class again “Dance team will go later. All-District Band: “There are four variables that realistic. The downside is that and again. That will be kind of hard with Shane Allin affect the arrival of buses: people, Gabe Kawugule it makes the high schoolers’ day “It is certainly a problem we are homework,” said Eliza Duck- traffic, weather, and machines. If Adam Kronk end ten minutes later,” said Anne aware of with Henrico County worth sophomore and dance one of these variables goes awry, Laura Cross Poates, principal. involved with Chesterfield who team member. then the buses will be late. This Mike O’Brien This change could also affect who gets out at two... As athletic Other students have no issue time change will give the buses Keith Rosenborough sports because school is ending directors we’ve talked and we’ve with the time change; some even Brennan Jeretina an extra five to 10 minute buffer earlier. met to discuss this issue and we embrace it. Kevin Niu zone,” he said. “My concern is for students will find a way around it,” said “I personally think that it Emily Shull For transportation, on-time ar- with a seventh period academic Atheltic Director Coach Bright. shouldn’t be that big of an is- Lilo Ryan rival means that busses arrive at class or those who are in a sport, “I have talked to other princi- sue. It’s just 15 minutes, you Claire Brunner school at 8:45, but technically especially spring sports that re- pals of other high schools and get to sleep later,” said freshman Amelia Cohen that is not on time for the stu- quire us to play on fields with- they are not nearly as concerned Dustin Matheny. Vince Borrero dents. They need time to get to out lights. Freeman plays private because they are on a block “It gives you more time to Joey Greene class. This time change is dere- schools like St. Chris and Col- schedule,” she said. give yourself a nice, wholesome Joe Pittman signed to give the buses a larger legiate that end earlier and they “I think it will shorten football breakfast,” said junior Jack Clay- Jesse Woon window for on-time arrival for will not change the times they practice. It won’t make home- tor. Patrick Evans the many routes they undergo. start athletic events,” she said. work much easier,” said junior All-County Band: “The good news is that we will This could lead to conflicts Golden Shelton. Kevin Niu not have late arriving students. with sport scheduling. Student- Extracurricular activities such Emily Shull Amelia Cohen Vince Borrero Claire Brunner Einsteins shuts down afterschool crowd Shane Allin Joey Greene Gabe Kawugule Hayden-Anne Breedlove Adam Kronk Staff writer Jason Diaz Joe Pittman Laura Cross Grabbing a bagel quickly for Jesse Woon an after school snack has been a Patrick Evans daily routine for many Freeman Keith Rosenborough students. However, this will no Latin metals: longer be an option because Ein- Paige Stewart (silver) stein’s is now closing at 4 p.m. Sarah Burden (silver) Some students speculate that Jenna Brown (silver) the early closing is due to stu- Ben Ellis (gold) dents loitering. Men’s Chorus: “People were loitering and cus- Superior rating (Dsitrict chorus) tomers couldn’t get in the doors,” Superior rating (Fiesta-Val in NY) said sophomore Paul Shires. 1st place in division However, the manager of Ein- 1st palce overall stein’s, Steven Raub, said the Select Girl’s Ensemble: policy was set by the corporate Excellent rating (District chorus) office. Excellent rating (Fiesta-Val in The other area Einstein’s are NY) remaining open until 5 p.m.. PHOTO: C. GLOWACKI 1st place in division Most customers come in during Festival Choir: the morning before school, and Students hanging out after school at Einsteins Superior rating (District chorus) a good portion of the customers Superior rating (Hanover festival) are Freeman students. The prime Sportsmanship award (Hanover business hours are from 7 - 10 “My bus is late everyday – It’s “It does affect our group of said Officer Hundley. festival) a.m. usually the last one so I don’t people that goes there regularly Many student athletes go to Superior rating (Fiesta-Val in NY) Although most business oc- want to wait for it,” said Jacob, because some got fines for tobac- Einstein’s after school to get a 1st place in division curs during the morning, plenty explaining why he goes to Ein- co,” said Paul. snack before a practice or game Concert choir: of students go over there after stein’s after school. Officer Hundley, our school as well. However, they will no excellent rating (Fiesta-Val in NY) school. Many other students expressed resource officer, confirmed this, longer be able to do that. 1st place in division Einstein’s currently closes at the same reason for going there saying the students were loiter- With less business hours, em- Show Choir: 5 p.m., so the new change in after school. ing and making it difficult for ployees work for less hours, thus James River/Powhatan Clas- hours is not drastic. Most stu- “I don’t feel like getting on the customers to get into Einstein’s. reducing their paychecks. How- sic: dents who go there after school bus after school. Our bus always When customers cannot get into ever, the corporate office decided 2nd place trophy in B division purchase something according to comes last,” said Paul. the eatery, they complain to the to make the decision to close 1st place--Best Choreography freshman Alexis Harrold. Paul said that some students are management which in turn, calls early said Mr. Raub. So don’t go 1st place--Best Show Design “It’ll affect business. I usually no longer allowed to congregate on our resource officer to come looking for a bagel after 4 p.m. Eliza Duckworth--Showmanship go get something to eat right in front of Einstein’s after school enforce this. anymore. Central Virginia Invita- after school two times a week,” anymore because they were fined “There are signs posted that say no trespassing and no loitering,” tional: said junior Jacob Little. with tobacco possession. 1st place in B division Journee Smith--Showmanship Lee Davis/ Hanover Festival: Drivers Ed Teacher of 1st place in B division In this Issue: 1st place --choreography 1st place--vocal quality Opinions-Help Desk--p. 3 the Year: 1st place--show design Journee Smith--showmanship Fiesta-Val in New York: Features-Girl saves grand- Mr. Davidson 1st place in division 1st place for Show Choir mother--p. 4 Drivers Ed teacher Troy Davidson was named Henrico County Grand champion for all choruses High School Drivers Ed Teacher of the Year. in New York Mr. Davidson has been teaching for 10 years .“I just try to teach Mary Chris Werner--Special Centerspread-What comes them the best way I can and help them anyway I can and get my Achievement Award for Accom- point across and teach in a way they understand and make them panying next--p.6-7 better drivers,” he said. State FBLA Competition: Mr. Davidson said that he originally wanted to be a coach, but Eric Morris--2nd place Economics Sports-Gold Medal Athletes- he knew he had to be a teacher to be a coach so he started focus- Bronson Hernandez, Mirna Sayd, and Andjela Lacmanovic--1st ing on teaching. place Management Information -p. 9 He said he is “appreciated and excited” to have won teacher Systems Team of the year, and his best advice to a novice teacher is to “listen to Matthew Heinicke--1st place A&E-Horoscopes--p. 12 veteran teachers.” Business Law School starting and ending later next year at Freeman? News K2 Little Feet Meet returns to Freeman

This year’s Little Feet Meet them participate and have fun,” led to many memorable experi- said Deborah Smith, whose Greg Hollis ences. grandson Willy participated in Staff Writer “I was in charge of my own events such as the ball-throw and event. I love Little Feet Meet,” jump competition. The smiles on the faces of the said Casey. Willy didn’t end up placing in young athletes were as bright PE teacher Ms. Terry Donahue any of the events, but still had a as the afternoon sun on Fri., has volunteered to coordinate the great time in the process. April 20 at the annual Little Feet event for the past four years. “He really enjoys it,” said Deb- Meet. “Looking out and seeing the orah. The Little Feet Meet is an event smiles on the athletes faces is the Willy probably will continue to sponsored by the Special Olym- most rewarding,” said Ms. Do- enjoy it, as there is no end to the pics, in which exceptional-educa- nahue. event in sight, atleast Cole seems tion elementary school students There was no shortage of to hope. in Henrico compete in a variety smiles. “I hope we can continue to do it “I like to watch the kids have of events which students attempt so the kids can have fun.” PHOTO: L. MARTIN to do as best as possible, (hope- fun, you know, I got to compete The Little Meet has had a lot of fully earning a ribbon.) The en- at a higher-level, I was very for- changes over the years. ergetic competitors competed in tunate, I like to help people that “Everybody has been more Little Feet Meet contestants prepare for the games. events such as a ball-toss compe- are not as fortunate as I was,” involved. There have been a lot tition, relay-races, and frisbe. said Ms. Donahue. more helpers this year, making There was a lot of planning and Every year the students look everyon’s job easier,” said Casey. setting up to do before the event forward to competing in the dif- started. The student volunteers ferent events, and watching their helped supervise and run mul- peers also have a good time. tiple events for the contestants. “I liked all the events today,” “We spent five hours total with said Sadie, an athlete from Pinch- the baseball team’s help and bek Elementary School. SCA. It took the night before “The kids seem to love it every and we also came early,” said se- year, it’s really nice to see them nior Casey Early. have a good time,” said junior Four years ago Freeman was Cole Hawkins. the first school to host the event. Due to the success of the event PHOTO: l. MARTIN The event is run at Freeman by at Freeman, many other schools PHOTO: L. MARTIN the S.O.D.A. organization. Many also host similar events state- Junior Mackenzie Nichols and Freshman students and athletes volunteer wide. Chris Thomson assist with the Little Feet Junior Abbey Thornhill and Freshman Alecsys to work the boisterous event. “Taking it all in, its great to see Meet contestants. Brown run with the Little Feet Meet contestants. Proposed calendar change may cause homework on Labor Day Superintendent hopes that an earlier school start will help test scores Dr. Russo, superintendent, said Dr. Russo also said that after teachable, but are not assessed.” midterms prior to winter break,” said Mr. Payne, AP English Abby Wall that 78 out of 132 school divi- these AP tests and SOLs, there is Mr. Zanetti said that on the teacher. News Editor sions start school before Labor less instruction going on. There- family front, families really only Day in the Virginia area. fore, taking away two weeks af- have six weeks to vacation be- “I don’t think two weeks would Dr. Russo said that Henrico ter the AP tests and SOLs would cause said fall sports start so ear- make a whole lot of difference County schools have “less of a eliminate the period of less ly. He said that starting school for AP tests,” he said. The Kings Dominion law, competitive edge” towards AP teaching. before Labor Day would provide Mr. Zanetti said that the only which delays the school start and IB testing since these tests “I don’t like it [the change] families with more vacation time drawback is the loss of “the sense until after Labor Day, may be happen in May. Currently, Hen- because I think we should have and fall sports could start when of tradition” that people feel changing. rico County Public Schools lose more summer time at the end,” school began. about starting school after La- A waiver was being proposed two weeks of instruction before said freshman Katlyn Baltazar. “I guess everything will be bor Day because the system has before the Virginia State Board AP tests, causing other schools Mr. Zanetti, Freeman’s AP pushed forward, like my family started at this time since 1986. on May 24 by Henrico County to have this advantage. macro- and micro-economics vacations and stuff,” said fresh- “It kind of sucks because it hurts that summer,” said sopho- Public Schools to start school “Up to 1986, the school system teacher, wrote an article for the men Olivia Humrich. more Will Wintory. “You could two weeks early or before Labor started before Labor Day week- Richmond Times Dispatch re- When it comes to the overall say it is better for our test scores. Day weekend. end, so really it is just a shift in garding gaining back this “5 per- AP test scores, Mr. Zanetti said It’s only two weeks, but it will Mrs. Lisa Marshall, School the school year,” said Dr. Russo. cent of the school year.” that he thinks the scores will ei- help the overall school system,” Board member, anticipates the The calendar would not lose or He said that this change will ther rise or stay the same, but will not lower because of this he said. decision regarding the proposal gain any days, but instead this cause “a more effective use of our 180 school days” and that the change. to be made sometime in June or “shift” would move the school days after SOL testing “may be “I would like for us to finish July. year forward by two weeks. Freeman says farewell to retiring teachers

Kenneth Barnes Sharon Boyles Terry Donohue Sherry Edwards Lourie Sledd Science Teacher English, Creative Writing and P.E. teacher P.E. teacher Exceptional Education, Lan- 26 years Drama teacher basketball, softball, and field Track and Field Coach guage Arts, Vocational and Life Class of ‘89 Educator, Forensics, hockey coach How long did you work as a Skills, and Cooperative Work What is your favorite thing and Academic Team sponsor Rebelletes, F.C.A., and S.O.D.A. teacher? Did you work any- Program teacher 30 years sponsor 20 years about Freeman? 34 years where besides Freeman? “Academic atmosphere at What is your favorite thing “30 years” What is your favorite thing Freeman.” about Freeman? What is your favorite thing What did you teach? about Freeman? What will you miss most about “I’m a Rebel! Class of ‘68. about Freeman? “Health and Physical Edu- “The staff, students, and teaching? Rebel Pride.” “Diversity.” cation” rebel spirit. I will truly miss “Freeman faculty and stu- What will you miss most What will you miss most about What is your favorite thing the Freeman family!” dents.” about teaching? teaching? about Freeman? What will you miss most about What are you most looking “Students- I love interact- “The kids- watching them “My favorite aspect of teaching? forward to doing after you ing with them. I won’t miss mature over the years Freeman is the fun, fam- “I will miss the moments of retire? grading papers!” and find their place in the ily oriented and out-going great achievement and my “Things I have not had time What are you most looking world.” faculty. students’ unique perception to do in the last 17 years.” forward to doing after you What are you most looking What will you miss most of life.” What is your favorite memory retire? forward to after you retire? about teaching? What are you most looking from teaching? “Time to travel, visit with “ I have a trip planned to “I think I will miss the forward to doing after you re- “The first day of school and family, garden, grandchil- Australia and New Zealand kids the most when I am tire? the last day of school.” dren, and maybe, finally, in February 2013 volunteer- retired..” “More time with my fam- What type of science do you finishing the book and ing with my church.” What are you most looking ily, trips to the river, and teach? script I’m writing!” What is your favorite forward to doing after you not having a schedule to “Earth Science.” What is your favorite memory memory from teaching? retire? follow.” What do you think makes a from teaching? “A student who had been “I am most looking for- What is your favorite memory great teacher? “Whenever a student re- caught stealing and was ward to getting back in from teaching? “ The ability to convey your turns to touch base, share really struggling as a 10th shape, catching up on “I will always remember the information in an interest- his or her trumphs and grader came back to Free- hobbies and chores, and All Star Basketball Games ing fashion.” challenges, bring in their man to 2 years after gradu- not having the responsibil- when the big gym was full children- and I have taught ating to let us know she had ity of always doing grades of spirited several children of my matured and was doing and planning for classes Rebel fans.” Freeman students- that is well in life.” constantly.” truly grand!” Opinions 3

A more helpful Help Hot or Not? Desk-- pretty please? 110° Sweet Frog To the Students- 1. Telling the help desk your moves in: Nuff said. computer is “like broken” will not solve your problem. When asked to elaborate, you should 90° Scrabble Tourna- find something more creative than “like it doesn’t work”. ment: who will be the 2. If you ran over your computer, champion? you should just be grateful that the worker doesn’t laugh in your face. 3. You cannot “wash out” the 70° Seniors Leaving: juice you spilled on your com- good parking puter, water will not improve its condition. 4. When you turn in your com- puter with a cracked screen, the help desk enjoys discussing how 50° Pottermore: you’ve you broke it. Make it entertain- ing. been Hufflepuffed 5. There is a relationship between how much you curse at the help desk and how quick they fix your computer, but it’s not the one you think. 30° Projects and tests before exam week: Ju- To Workers: 1. As swag as those headphones nioritis look, they’re not good for your trations. In an effort to better ud- image. nerstand the work that the Help 2. I know the help desk is closed Desk does, I spent one fourth D block but the faint sound of period (which is the Help Desk’s dubstep gives the distinct impres- -10° Self Tanning: busiest time) observing the daily sion that nothing is being fixed. Looks like Freeman’s duties and student-Desk interac- 3. The sound of computers crash- tion. ing in the help desk (that tragic new school color is or- After being there an hour, I have beeping) isn’t exactly comfort- observed a simple fact: we’ve got ing; can we do something about ange some issues. The service can be this? Matt Hedrick confusing, and the lines are a bit 4. The help desk is another place Opinions Editor long. Here are my suggestions to you shouldn’t be eating. improve the Help Desk experi- 5. Try to tell us if we’re going to ence for students and employees lose everything. Like many students, I have had alike. my fair share of Help Desk frus- Sub-par bathrooms give students the loo blues

Girls Bathrooms to the bathroom, girls have to Boys Bathrooms lish teacher to assist you, I’m The bathrooms are not that ter- wait for the mirrors. There are Our bathrooms, while fairly clean sure they’d be glad to help. rible—at least not at the begin- renewed lines for fixing hair and due to the hard work of our jani- Guys, we’re not very good at ning of the day. Then, they are checking make-up in the mini- torial staff, are a disgrace, and it’s basketball. Let’s just admit it. perfectly clean and manageable. mal mirror space. our fault. To help you improve No one can shoot paper towels As the day progresses, however, With one or two mirrors in your own bathroom experience from 20 meters out (although if they gradually descend into a each bathroom, the girls have we’ve provided some pointers. you can I’d be impressed). wasteland of trash and discarded to crowd around the one mir- Not only is carving obscenities Don’t eat in here. Don’t. I jewelry. ror. Some stand on their tip-toes, into the stalls rude, it is rather shouldn’t have to explain this For the girls, there are other others peek around, trying to see inefficient. Invest in a sharpie, one. problems besides the cleanliness themselves briefly under another wide point, keep it classy. Plus Just because there’s a bar above of the stalls. There are only a few girl’s arm. this way you’ll be able to get back the stall does not mean it’s a pull Matt Hedrick & stalls per bathroom, and some of These issues can be solved by to class faster. up bar. The girls are not watch- Stephanie Lugbill them are out of commission. If staggering the times when girls Also, your penmanship is atro- ing. I guarantee it. Opinions Editor two out of the four toilets refuse go to the bathroom. Instead of cious. Sometimes it is difficult to The mirrors in the bathroom to flush or are covered up by a going during the fourth or fifth even make out which teacher or are on par with your local amuse- black bag, then a line of girls period rush, try to go at a differ- fellow student you think “sucks”. ment park funhouse. Combing snakes into the hall. ent time. Perhaps go in the mid- Take pride in your anonymous your hair in them does not en- Throughout the year the Students will be late to class be- dle of class? vandalism. hance your image the way you bathrooms have been in de- cause they have to wait in these Teachers be warned: girls will Most evident however, are the think it does. cline. We have noticed that long lines. This is especially true make time to use the loo, espe- numerous misspellings in your the girls and guys bathrooms in the leadership center because cially at the most inopportune work. You don’t ingest illicit have quite a few issues. After of its renowned reputation; this moments. substances “erday”. No you do patrolling the school, we have single bathroom is the epitome that “everyday”. In the future I found some major differences of public privacy. would suggest asking your Eng- between the two. They are as Besides waiting in lines to go follows: Students wishing for a tropical The Commentator Staff vacation need only go to the annex Editors-In-Chief: Holly Fleming and Trent Singleton Copy Editor: Johnny Rebman News Editor: Abby Wall and Micki Coor Opinions Editors: Jackie Cilley, Matt Hedrick, Stephanie Lugbill Sports Editors: PHOTO: MATT H. Megan Bagli, Henry Cheney, Alex Caton, Alex Jackie Cilley Opinions Editor the annex. Maybe the differing a strong light at the thermostat to Joynes temperatures are meant to repre- trick it into “thinking” it is warm, Special Features Editors: sent the climates of each coun- causing the temperature, and hu- Oceanography isn’t the only try? In the mornings, one can midity, to decrease. Kendall Gilman and Lizzie Moss tropical aspect of the annex this find the chilling temperatures of If you’re lucky, you can get a Arts and Entertainment Editors: year. As soon as the doors open, the French Alps, while the swel- first-hand look at the security Lacey Eubank and Jodie Ehlers a warm, humid breeze brings tering heat of Spain is apparent guard capturing hopeful escap- students the sense of vacation, in the afternoons. Sr. Samuel Pe- ees. Escape has gotten more dif- Features Editors: minus the islands and water of terson, Spanish teacher, insists ficult due to the patched hole in Grant Brown, Anne Rusher, and Luke Paris course. The sweet scent of Me- that he has grown accustomed the fence, so devised new plans litos lures students in, and the to the heat and humidity, but Mr. to flee are often seen tested out. Photo Editors: rank odor of broccoli cause a Patrick Foltz, science teacher, If we can’t change the problem, Chelsea Glowacki and Leah Martin quick retreat during lunches. has figured out a way to beat the we might as well adapt to it. The Local annex residents can give heat. annex is our own “tropical para- Design you the low down, you can al- “I have found ways to manipu- dise” so perhaps we should wear Kirby Collett ways find them at either end of late the microclimate of the ther- the proper attire to classes. Leis the hall, protecting their terri- mostats in order to provide of and hula skirts are probably the tory. room environment conducive to best bet. Who knows, maybe the Staff Writers: Constant temperature condi- learning,” said Mr. Foltz annex will be the next ideal vaca- Sam Coltrane, Greg Hollis, Hayden Anne Breed- tions seem to be a problem for In other words, Mr. Foltz points tion location. love, Henry Fletcher, and Jenifer Barum 4 Features

Rebel on the Street: What talent would you showcase on Freshman’s got talent

‘America’s Got Talent’? Anne Rusher Features Editor

Freshman Alexis Barker stood in front of six strangers and sang, hoping she would be chosen to continue in a televised talent show shown all across the na- tion. Alexis tried out for NBC’s show America’s Got Talent, a talent show that features singers, danc- ers, musicians, magicians, come- dians, and other performers from around the country. “basketball” “dancing” Alexis found about the audi- NouNou Vunika Carter Blevins tions from a friend. senior “I have always wanted to be junior on [America’s Got Talent],” said Alexis. She said the application process PHOTO: A. RUSHER included getting many papers notarized, both before and after Freshman Alexis Barker performed on the NBC show America’s she arrived at the audition. Got Talent. “It took a lot of time,” Alexis teacher, described Alexis as shy She described Nick as “outgo- said. in class but said she is in her ele- ing and funny.” The initial auditions were held ment when she sings or acts. “Even though I didn’t win, he in November at the Washington “She is so comfortable per- was rooting for me and kept a Convention Center in Washing- forming ‘Romeo and Juliet’,” smile on my face.” Alexis said. ton, D.C. Mrs. Kaplan said. Alexis said that both Sharon She spent the night at a hotel Alexis’ friend, freshman Mary and Howard were really nice. before her audition, and then got Rachel Rice, agrees. “When she Alexis said Howie was the in line the next morning. Alexis sings, she is extremely loud…her harshest judge. had to wait in line until 4 p.m. voice gets her noticed,” Mary “This season he has been really Alexis was able to watch other Rachel said. strict…Howie is the one saying performers, including dancers, Alexis said she has been sing- ‘no,’” said Alexis. while she waited to audition. ing “since I could talk.” Alexis advanced to the live au- “step team” “performing” Alexis sang “Pray” by Justin “I know I am doing something dition, but received two “no’s” Autumn Moss Megan Anderson Bieber for her audition. that I really like to do,” she said. from both Howie and Sharon. “I wanted to sing a Justin Bie- Alexis practiced her pitch by However, she got a “yes” from freshman senior ber song…I picked a song that holding her ears closed. This Howard Stern. everyone would really like,” she helped her “know whether [her The judges said that she was said. voice] was too high or too low,” a talented singer, although they During her audition, Alexis Alexis said. “told me to come back with more met a Justin Bieber look-alike Alexis said that drama class self-confidence,” said Alexis. who sang and played the flute. had prepared her for the audition After the initial audition, she Although 15,000 people audi- process. told Mrs. Kaplan about her up- tioned in D.C., Alexis tried out The class has boosted her confi- coming live audition in front of in a group of six in one room. dence for performances, and she the judges. “There is [a woman] behind the is “able to get in front of a lot of “She was bouncing off the desk with a camera and she vid- people.” walls,” said Mrs. Kaplan, who eotapes you,” Alexis said. Mary Rachel said, “I think she encouraged Alexis to sing for Later, the judges view the tapes was [prepared] because she was the class. and call back performers they doing the play.” Alexis was, “so stoked, [she] would like to see live. Even though Alexis enjoys told a couple of friends who Everyone is videotaped, but singing, she will not be in chorus then spread it around,” said they have to be chosen to audi- next year because she is continu- Mary Rachel. tion in front of the judges. ing drama. Alexis’ piece of advice for any- “singing” Even though everyone is taped, In addition to drama, Alexis one trying out for a talent show “singing and not every performer is televised. previously had a voice coach. is to “keep calm and try your dancing” Ford Hendrix Alexis’ live audition took place She used to go to Richmond Pia- best.” freshman in April. no every Saturday to practice. Alexis said that trying out for David Yuan Alexis is not sure if she will be Alexis met the host, Nick Can- America’s Got Talent has im- freshman featured on the show. The judg- non, as well as the judges, How- pacted her life. es, “never told me, but there is a ard Stern, Sharon Osbourne, and “[It] made me feel more ac- possibility,” said Alexis. Howie Mandel. complished,” she said. Alexis said she was “really ner- “They all came into the room, Alexis is planning to audition vous about going in front of the where everyone was sitting, [they again next year for her chance at live audience and judges.” said] be calm and do you best,” stardom. Laurie Kaplan, Alexis’ English said Alexis. Lessons from P.E. help sophomore save her grandmother’s life

Jennifer Barham Staff Writer

The skills Ms. Donahue taught in her Health and P.E. class helped sophomore Zeymoria Light save her grandmother’s life. PHOTO: L. PARIS “I was sitting in my room with my grandma watching TV and she was talking on the phone. Then all of the sudden, she start- A Day in the Life of ed choking on ice, and I stood up and quickly thought of doing the Heimlich maneuver” said Zey- Omar Elgaali moria. “I was hitting myself in the chest, my eyes were blurring and I was gasping for air” said Mon- PHOTO: L. MARTIN 7:30 - Wakes up to a new day and immediately gets mo- alease Tyler, Zeymoria’s grand- mother. Sophomore Zeymoria Light saved her grandmother’s life using hawk The Heimlich maneuver, which the Heimlich maneuver. all sophomores learn in Health 8:00 - Hides mohawk from dad and heads to school and P.E., is performed by giv- pened, [Zeymoria] was so proud “We teach a variety of units ing a person who is choking five about learning CPR. She did not that all have to do with making “back-blows” then bringing the know the very next week she a person able to take care for 9:00 - Outlifts Jack Gerstenmaier in the weightroom, even hands together to make a fist and would have to do it on her very themselves and help others in though he weighs 100 pounds less placing them below the ribcage own grandmother” said Zeymo- emergency situations” said Ms. and above the belly button. The ria’s grandmother. Donahue. first aid responder then thrusts She described the scene as “After it happened, [my grand- 2:00 - Chills while teacher screams at him for not doing his his hands inward and upward frightening and she said every- ma] was trying to regain herself work for the past month five times, repeating the process thing happened so suddenly. and she said I was her life saver” as necessary until the object ob- “The first time did not help, I said Zeymoria. structing the airway is forced started shaking my head and she “Zeymoria saved my life, I 4:00 - Gets jammed on by Jimmy Cabas while playing out. began the process again. The ice thank God for her” said Zeymo- basketball “Put your fist above the belly flew out of my mouth” said Zey- ria’s grandmother. button and don’t press them in moria’s grandmother. Zeymoria offered a word of ad- the chest or whack them on the “She is typically a very com- vice, “don’t panic, and just think 5:00 - Is forced to shave off mohawk by dad back” said Zeymoria, remember- posed person, and I’m not sur- before you start to act.” ing what she learned this year in prised she was able to handle 7:00 - Considers doing homework. Maybe later. gym class. it” said Terry Donahue, P.E. “The week before this hap- teacher. 9:00 - Bedtime. Falls into a peaceful slumber and dreams of someday beating Jimmy at basketball Features 5 Carson Lucas is a model student entire childhood,” said Carson. tive regardless of whether they Grant Brown Her mother wanted Carson to dressed you in a trash bag and Features Editor begin because “I think model- did your makeup with dog poo. ing can teach you many things, It doesn’t matter what you think beyond the obvious hair and of the outfit,” said Carson. Have you caught your friend makeup tips. I think one of the However, the director still cares wearing the same outfit, or how best things that it teaches you about the model’s well-being, about in a magazine? You may is how to accept criticism,” said “The people we have worked have seen junior Carson Lucas Carson’s mother, Lisa Lucas. with have been great. But it did sporting the latest fashion in Carson had to wait until she was take a little getting used to that GirlsLife magazine! Carson has 16 to do an “open call”, which is they see the model as a tool, taken up modeling on the side, “where they (modeling agencies) rather than a part of the creative but she plans to make it to the spend the whole day reviewing process…but they do care about top. models who come into the agen- making sure she is confortable Carson Lucas has been model- cy to decide whether or not to and happy during the shoots,” ing for about a year now, and has sign them. If you don’t go in to said Mrs. Lucas. a portfolio of professional photo- open call you have to send your It’s not all cameras and fash- graphs to prove it. Much of her pictures to them via ‘snail mail’ ion all the time. There is a lot of modeling has been for depart- for them to look at. You have a hard work that goes on behind ment stores and teen clothing, better chance of getting signed if the scenes of every picture in a PHOTO: C. GLOWACKI “rather than walking runways you go to open call, because it’s magazine. and doing artistic high-fashion hard to know what they are look- There are model scouts that good to Carson so far, and there I like knowing you can start out things,” said Carson. However, ing for in the pictures and it’s find potential models, then mod- are many misconceptions about just like me, here in Richmond, she wishes to get to that point hard to represent yourself well in el bookers who present the differ- the business, “a lot of people and still make something of it,” someday. just four pictures,” said Carson. ent models and their portfolios, think modeling is about being said Carson. She models for Wilhelmina Once a model has been cho- and of course hair and makeup skinny and pretty; it’s not. Truth- “Modeling is about producing Modelogic, but currently does sen to be in a shoot, she is at the artists. fully, almost anyone can be a pictures that look good, not be- not get paid. Carson is building mercy of the photographers and The process of a shoot can model,” said Carson. ing beautiful. You’d be surprised her portfolio instead of getting directors. take hours, “there is a lot of sit- Carson draws inspiration not how different people can look on cash. However, models can make “As much as it may seem like ting and waiting while the stylist from the models in high fash- camera, and even girls who think upwards of 400 dollars an hour. a photoshoot would be all about makes decisions about what each ion, but ones she meets along they are plain and not ‘model ma- It all started out with the sup- the model, it’s actually not at all. model will wear, which acces- the way, “The people I generally terial’ can turn out looking abso- port of her mom. It’s about everything else except sories to put with which outfits, look up to most are those that I lutely gorgeous! I really think if “My mom wanted me to start you, because you’re really just what the hair should be, and how meet in real life. Actual models anyone wants to try modeling, as a little kid, but I was cursed there to help them get the pic- to have the makeup done,” said who aren’t famous are most in- there is no reason they shouldn’t with a hillbilly style gap between ture. You want to make their job Mrs. Lucas. spiring because they just do it to go for it,” said Carson. my teeth and I had braces for my easier, so you have to be coopera- The modeling world has been get along and not for the glamor. Going head-to-head with the Mr. DSF contestants

DRAKE PRICE, junior HENRY CHENEY, junior LUKE PARIS, junior MARSHALL IRBY, senior Why should you be Mr. DSF? How have you prepared for Mr. DSF? How have you prepared for Mr. DSF? Why should you be Mr. DSF? I like to think that I embody the first I have brainstormed with past Mr. DSF Overcoming my fear of performing in I shouldn’t. Hairoism. qualities of the class of 2012, so when I winners about what would be funny. front of people. How have you prepared for Mr. DSF? win everybody wins. What do you enjoy most about DSF? What do you enjoy most about DSF? I’m just going to wing it. What do you enjoy most about DSF? I enjoy that we all are a family. How incredibly competitive everything What do you enjoy most about DSF? Members of both the faculty and student What is the first thing you would do if you is. The real world is going to seem pretty Hairosim. body offer a wide array of opportunities won Mr. DSF? easy once I graduate. Who is your stiffest competetion? that allow students to succeed beyond Break the crown and give it to the other What is your best quality? Drake, facial hairoism. their potential. contestants because they deserve to win I’m really awkward, it might help me What is your best quality? Who is your stiffest competition? too. win. Hairoism. Marsai Mitchem. Here’s a guy that’s not What is one interesting fact that no one knows What is one interesting fact that no one knows What do you think is the most important only a class rival, but whose been here about you? about you? quality Mr. DSF should have? before, I may need some divine interfer- I like to sleep in my hammock that’s I’ve seen a ton of movies. Hairosim. ence on this one. weaved out of ancient mammoth hair.

SEAN BOYCE, junior TUCSON VANLOO, junior CHARLIE BONNER, soph. MAR’SAI MITCHAM, senior ANDREW DONCHEZ, junior How have you prepared for Mr. Why should you be Mr. DSF? Why should be Mr. DSF? Why should you be Mr. DSF? Who is your stiffest competition and DSF? ..I really want it. Have you not met me? … next I am very clever, energetic, and why? Reppin’ the thug life for 17 Houw have you prepared? question. full of energy and passion. I’m Charlie Bonner because his years. Hours of South Park, SNL, and What do you enjoy most about the best candidate due to my quirky charm attracts everybody. What do you enjoy most about Disney Movies. Freeman? honorable and self-respecting What is your best quality? Freeman? What do you enjoy most about Bathroom mirrors. nature, and love for DSF. Ability to gap the bridge be- Chilling with the bros and hang- Freeman? What is your best quality? What do you enjoy most about tween different social circles. ing with the ladies. ...This might take a while. Right eyebrow. Freeman? What is your favorite thing to do? What is the first thing you would do Who is your stiffest competetion? What do you think is the most The people. I have never met Bring Christmas cheer to the if you won Mr. DSF? Charlie...nuf said. important quality Mr. DSF should such a large variety of personal- halls of Freeman. Thank everyone who helped me What is your best quality? have? ity in one school. What is an interesting fact that no with my videos and shake hands My Child like innocence Look exactly like me. What do you think is the most one knows about you? with the other contestants. What is the first thing you would do important quality Mr. DSF should Experience with the vast amount if you won Mr. DSF? have? of time I study film. Tweet it. The passion, the love and cour- age of his school. And being ridiculously funny. Scrabble: More than just a game of letters tion to fill out a bracket to pre- friends for making more people Kirby Collett dict who they think is going to aware of tricks you can use,” said Design Editor win and then add it to the pool Ms. Schmid. with $5. Mrs. Schmid was beat out in The money from this bracket the semi-finals by Senior Garret Freeman’s annual scrabble pool is being donated to the Johnson. The final round came tournament brings students and Reading and Education for down to Garret and Junior Jen- teachers together to promote the Adult Development (READ) nifer Doggett with Garret taking power of words. Center. The READ Center is home the final trophy for the sec- Mr. Rob Peck, government and a local, non-profit charity that ond year in a row. ethics teacher, is the sponsor of focuses on adult literacy which People crowd around the brack- the annual scrabble tournament. teaches illiterate adults how to et outside Mr. Peck’s classroom This is the third year that he has read more effectively. The tour- to check the scores and wins of put on the scrabble tournament nament generated around $400 their seeded players. Junior Matt since its conception in 2010. The from the bracket to donate to the Hendrick had the top pick for tournament rose out of a scrab- center. the bracket and won the NOOK ble club that fostered the initial Junior Dylan Hicks stares blankly as Ms. Schmid wins the match. The winner of the bracket will color. interest in the tournament. win a NOOK Color from Barnes “This year it’s great that so “I started the club because I en- four people played in the play overall point score. and Noble while the winner of many people are involved. In joy scrabble and people would al- in and 64 people made it onto This year the scrabble tourna- the tournament wins a trophy. years past, it’s mostly been stu- ways pop their heads into scrab- the official tournament bracket. ment isn’t just for fun. Mr. Peck The first year of the tournament dents that I know who play, but ble club meetings and say they Whoever wants to play signs up has decided to incorporate do- Freeman Librarian Ms. Carolyn this year kids are playing who I wanted to join in so I started the for the play in which matches nating to charity into the word Schmid won, and last year Se- didn’t previously know. It’s nice tournament, which had 40 peo- people by random selection and play. On the wall outside Mr. nior Garret Johnson took home that teachers are willing to put ple in it the first year,” said Mr. they are guaranteed two games. Peck’s classroom is the bracket the top honor. themselves into the tournament Peck. Players seeds on the bracket are for the tournament with all the “The competition is much even though they know they This year the scrabble tourna- based on the win-loss of the first seeded players on it. Participants tougher this year, everyone has might get beat out by a student,” ment has almost doubled that two rounds and the person’s and observers were given the op- stepped it up. I blame words with said Mr. Peck. number of participants. Ninety- Special Features 6-7

How to Prepare Over the Summer:

Rising freshmen: - Get a head start on summer reading, wait- One Grade Older ing until August will portunities and stay on top extracurricular activity at an History and AP Psychol- together for college applica- Henry Fletcher of things in your classes,” Freeman. There’s a wide Leah Martin ogy. Junior’s classes are tions. The SAT can be taken only add stress to your Staff Writer said freshman Amira Al- range of things to choose Photography Editor more difficult than previous as early as October. There is freshman year. teir. Not asking for help is from, and it’s a good way freshmen and sophomore usually one test offered per -Go to Rebel Camp! a common bad habit fresh- to make students feel like classes. month, and the last one is Rising freshmen should It really helps you get man teachers see. they’re a part of the Rebel Sophomores, get ready to “The hardest part about in June. ACT testing starts expect a major change a feel for the school The student counselor’s community. It’s also an out- “buckle down,” said junior junior year is finding a bal- in September and is usually when crossing Three Chopt . at freeman could end up be- let for making new friends. Layla Abi-Falah. ance, between keeping your offered every other month Rd. Freeman is a whole Rising sophmores: ing a freshmen’s best friend. Colleges like to see com- Junior year is coming grades up and doing extra- until June. new ball game compared to - Prepare to make this Counselors work to make munity service, athletics up and it is considered curricular activities because Students can go to col- Tuckahoe. However, staff sure students go down the and/or other extracurricu- the toughest year in high junior year is very com- legeboard.com to sign up year count! Having a and students are more than path they want to go down. lar activities on applica- school. petitive,” said Shannon Ed- for the SAT test and actstu- good sophomore year happy to help make fresh- “Freshmen can come talk tions. “Junior year is one of wards, guidance counselor. dent.org to sign up for the will set you up for suc- man year as easy as pos- to their school counselor August is an important the more difficult years of “It is as hard as they say ACT test. cess later on. sible. and map out a four year plan month for rising freshmen. school because the overall it is, but your teachers have Even though junior year - Once again, read The block schedule does with the classes they want Fall sports typically start in course load is more chal- prepared you for what will seems like it’s all work, your summer reading not apply in high school. to take,” said Mrs. Bradley, the beginning of the month. lenging. And also because come junior year,” said ju- there are advantages to be- Freeman students have all books and take notes, guidance counselor. They These dates will be posted rising juniors are ‘growing nior Kitt Allred. ing a junior as well. As ju- seven classes every day. summer reading tests can also help with getting on the Freeman web site up,’ more is expected of Guidance counselors are niors, students are now up- This will cause a difference are in late September. community service hours. (http://www.henrico.k12. them. They need to learn a big help when it comes perclassmen. Everyone can in rising freshmen’s normal - Get ready to have a “A lot of freshman don’t va.us/hs/freeman/). The to think for themselves and to staying on track during drive and now get to park in homework schedule. fun year! take it seriously, but they date and times for Rebel then be able to communi- junior year. Juniors who the student parking lot. Ju- “Daily classes mean you really need to,” said Mrs. Camp will also be posted cate those ideas,” said Brian develop a close relationship niors get to say goodbye to need to be organized. To Bradley. on the Freeman web site. Durrett, English teacher. with their guidance coun- gym class as well. Rising juniors: keep up with your work, Freshmen need to take This is a great opportunity Teachers assign heavier selor, have an advantage While schoolwork is dif- - Begin to prepare for make a long range calendar this year seriously, it’s the for freshman to become ac- workloads during junior when deciding which col- ficult junior year, it comes the SAT. Buy or bor- with all your work on it,” base of their high school ca- quainted with Freeman. year to prepare students for leges to apply to. with more freedoms. Part row a review book and said Sharon Boyles, English reer, and it does affect their Freshmen are also wel- college. Most juniors agree “My counselor has defi- of that freedom is the deci- start going through it teacher. GPA. come to check out band that AP US History and nitely been helpful this year, sion to work hard. Teachers want to do ev- to help you prepare, This means passing P.E. camp for a day during the Chemistry are two of the they are all there for you “Brace yourself, it’s hard,” erything they can to make once the school year class is important. It re- last two weeks of August. hardest classes this year. and are there to talk to,” said Layla. sure freshmen do their best. starts your time will be quires effort to pass, and it High school is a new expe- A junior’s schedule also said Layla. “Talking to your teachers re- limited. is required for graduation. rience and freshman year is includes difficult electives Junior year is the year to ally gives you the advantage - Get ready for a tough It’s a great idea to join a exciting, it will be a blast. such as upper-level lan- take the SAT and ACT tests to take any extra credit op- sport or participate in an guage classes, AP Europe- and start getting everything year but don’t get too stressed out, time management is key!

Rising seniors: - Start working on col- lege applications and freshman sophomore junior senior essays! They’ll be one is to “go to as many sport- and bubbly teacher who re- scores. less thing to do once ing events as you can. Stay ally tries to empathize with privileges this year brings, Henry Cheney Lizzie Moss Essays can be done early, school starts. on top of your schoolwork her students and she makes but don’t forget to do all the Sports Editor Center Spread Editor so try to finish them in the - Make sure you have and you’ll have nothing to English fun for everyone,” work that is assigned. Teachers will expect a lot summer. Be sure to have taken or signed up to worry about.” said Ashwin. Senior year is the time As freshman year comes out of the seniors in the be- someone read over the es- take SATs and ACTs Sophomore Ashwin Mu- Ashwin’s main focus has to check off a high school to a close, new doors open ginning of the year, which says whether it be a parent, so your scores will be rali agrees with Matthew been on school as the work bucket list and prepare for for rising sophomores. causes the first semester to a teacher or a college coun- ready to send into col- that keeping up with work has increased, however he the future. High school is Sophomores get their driv- be overwhelming. So get selor. Guidance counselors leges. is crucial for sophomore insists that sophomore year a balance of getting good er’s licenses, move up three through the hard work and can give a list of college year. has been more enjoyable grades, applying to col- Privileges: rows at sporting events and prepare early on so the end counselors to help with ap- “I think one notable as- than freshman year. leges and looking for a the guys might be able to will be fun. plications. pect was, undoubtedly, “Ninth grade year was job, while having fun as grow facial hair, just may- There is a lot that can be Even though some things Freshmen: more freedom in complet- as expected. It was excit- the last year of being a be. done over the summer so can be done early off in the - Student section at ing our work. Many of our ing though, I enjoyed the kid. Advantages, such as being the first semester of senior year AP exams will always games teachers this year embraced environment of the Free- It is crucial to prepare more accepted at football year will not as overwhelm- be in May. If a student is ex- - Walk to lunch with no creativity in our assign- man family” said freshman leading up to senior year: games or being noticed by ing. pecting to get college credit teacher ments and, as a result, the Elizabeth McClung. organization is the key to seniors, come with disad- “Look at applications, for an AP course they must students were provided a Elizabeth enjoyed ath- success. - Get to be part of a big vantages as well. There is read your summer reading score at least a three on the plethora of opportunities to letic events and pep rallies “Do your applications brother big sister pro- more severe school work and remember to relax and exam. All other exams can learn and think creatively,” throughout her freshman during the summer, that gram and more pressure to start visit the pool,” said Mrs. be exempt for seniors if they said Ashwin. year. way you won’t have to -Actively involved in preparing for college. Beth Metcalf, guidance meet the requirements. Ashwin appreciates the “I didn’t know the cheers stress about it during the freshman Friday Sophomore Matthew counselor. Applying to colleges and universal topics and work at first, but I learned by at- school year,” said senior -You get to be chalked Stopkey has learned to en- College applications are balancing schedules can feel ethic of the teachers. tending more football games Kelsey Begin. joy the social and extracur- usually due in late fall and like another class. -Homecoming “All of my teachers are and volleyball games. I hat- Besides applying to col- ricular aspects of being a early winter. Applications Break up the projects into excellent, but if I had to ed being pushed to the back leges it is also important sophomore. require a transcript, teacher chunks and do one thing at Sophomores: choose, I would go with Mr. of the bleachers and getting to plan. Write out a buck- “The seniors are much recommendations, an essay a time. It won’t help to fret -Move down in the Larkins and Ms. Koschak. booed, that was a bummer,” et list; go to all the games more accepting of you than and SAT/ACT scores. over the little things. student section of the Mr. Larkins knows a wealth she said. possible and dress up for they were when you were a SAT and ACT tests can be “Keep in mind it’s your of information regarding “The only difference I ex- spirit days. This is the last bleachers freshman. My favorite part taken throughout the year. last year, you will regret global affairs and is able pect to find with next year year where dressing up as -Driving of sophomore year was the Most people take these what you didn’t do more to condense and simplify is that I know it’s going to a superhero, TV star and -Class rings Freeman vs. Godwin bas- tests during junior year, but than what you did do,” said the information so that ev- bring more work but I’m go- eagle hunter all in the -Later curfew ketball game. It was really there is a test in Septem- Kelsey. ery student can understand ing to have a better sense of same week is acceptable. -Less work = more social exciting,” said Matthew. ber that can be taken for a what we’re talking about. freedom and that is worth Take advantage of all the time! Matthew’s main advice last chance to boost these Ms. Koschak is a young it,” she said. -Possible chance to be asked to prom (cross your fingers) MAN ON THE STREET: What advice would you give to the rising grade? Juniors: -Upper classmen -Move down in the stu- dent section -Prom (fingers don’t need to be crossed) -Journalism class -National honors society -Varsity athletics -Big brother/ big sister

Seniors: -Senior courtyard - Student faculty basket- ball game -Graduation -Convocation -Dress up for Halloween -Leave 5 minutes early for the last nine weeks -Prom court/ homecom- Dimitri Duroseau (9th) Danielle Lucas and Donesha Fountain (10th) Mayes Gillespie (11th) Lauren Decker (12th) ing court -Dress up for rival games “Focus in class and don’t blow things “Stay young, live life, have fun.” “Don’t work too hard.” “You’ll regret the things you didn’t do, so en- -Exam exemption off.” “YOLO.” joy your last year! It will fly by fast.” PHOTOS: K. Gilman & L. Moss 8 Sports

Season Wrap Up Boys tennis team travels to States

Girls’ Varsity Lacrosse Overall Record 5-10 District Record 3-3 “Great Season, a learning experience for every- one. We really hit our stride with a 5 streak win, defeating teams like James River and Steward,” said Head Coach Anne Taylor

Boys’ Varsity Lacrosse District 6-2 Overall 12-6 “We started off shaky, but once we found chem- istry and the seniors who are a close group came together, we ended up winning a lot of games,” said junior Sean Myrtetus.

Boys’ Varisty Baseball Final Record 15-6, 2nd place in the Colonial Dis- trict, Final Rank in Times Dispatch Central Re- gion Baseball Poll - #7 “The team had a nice blend of strong senior lead- ning 5-4 and 6-3. “Next year we will definitely ership coupled with younger talent. All in all, I Sam Coultrane Beating Godwin twice was the make the state tournament again, was definitely proud of the effort displayed by our Staff Editor highlight of freshman Greg Ack- we will have some other kids step ballclub this spring and thought that we had a very erman’s season. up and still have a strong team to successful season,” said Coach Ray Moore By beating Godwin, they ac- compete for states,” said Tom. complished a feat that had not Coach Given also expresses This year’s DSF gentlemen been previously done in over 30 those sentiments that the team tennis team goes where few Boy’s Outdoor Track years. It was the first time God- will be in contention next year. predecessors have gone before. win had not made the state tour- “The boys defended their district title as champions “Mostly everybody is coming After going 15-5 overall, Free- nament and it was due to Free- back and supposedly new play- and many individuals qualified for the regional and man made it to states for the first man taking the final bid for the ers are coming in that are good,” state meets,” said Coach Sherry Edwards. time in five years. Also, the ten- tournament. said Coach Givens. Zach Campbell placed first in regionals for pole nis team successfully completed “It was great, it was a goal that Although Freeman did not go its goal of the season by beating vaulting the whole team was working on beyond the first round of the Godwin this year. throughout the season and to ful- state tournament this year, they Freeman’s journey towards fill that goal was amazing,” said did however gain experience for Girls’ Outdoor Track states consisted of a 14-2 district sophomore Tom Jacobs. a future run next year. They lost “The girls had a strong showing by taking third record and a second place district Tennis was led by many young in the state quarterfinals to Lang- in the district and regional competition out of 32 finish. Also, them team had wins talents this year on their way to ley High School, 5-0, on May 29 over Cosby, 5-1, and Hanover, schools in the region,” said Coach Edwards. states. The team had five non- at Lewinsville Park in Mclean, 5-0, while working to finish sec- senior starters this year and has Sakura Lim placed first in regionals for pole valut- Virginia. ond in the region and earning a high aspirations for the future as Despite the loss, the season was ing bid to states. well. still quite a success for the team. However, the main goal and “I expect us to win the district “We were one of the final eight Boys’ Tennis greatest accomplishments of and probably be the favorite for teams in the state, so that was the team were their defeats over “I am happy with our success we will be back states; we have a young team a great accomplishment,” said Godwin. and a bunch of people who work Coach Given. stronger next year,” said freshman Greg Akerman It was “the first time we have hard. We will definitely be even Boys tennis was 13-3 on the regular season and beaten them since 2005,” said better next year,” said junior the final record was 15-5. Second in Colonial Coach Jeff Given. The matches Chris Knaysi. District, Central Region Runner-Up, State Quar- were close with Freeman win- terfinals.

Girls’ Tennis Junior runner to national relay “ Preparing for a race is crutial, 15-4 (lost both games to Deep Run & Godwin) both mentally and physically. “Jodie is a friend till the end, and she is our shin- “when I was warming up I was ing star,” said junior Emma Carl. thinking about the great oppor- tunity I had to do something big. I didn’t want to blow this oppor- Girls Varsity Softball tunity,” said Ronnie. 5-9 in district Although unsure of his exact 8-12 overall time, Ronnie achieved a time of 6th out of 8 in the distict. 8 minutes and 30 plus seconds. “We had alot of new players, and they all im- “I set a personal record if you convert my time to a 2 mile proved. we ended up being a rounded team”, said time,” said Ronnie. junior Kendall Carter. Coach Reutinger did not go “Although out record doesnt show it, our season with Ronnie to the meet, but he was fun-filled and I look foward to next year be- said, “he ran pretty tough, and ing even better,” said junior Dana Wolinski. his race was solid.” Because the race is so preste- gious, Coach Reutinger tried to talk Ronnie into not going out too hard, however he lead with Track and field Cach of the year: force for about the first mile. “I was trying to let the others Sherry Edwards lead it, but I ended up leading What were your impressions of this year’s track season? through about a mile, and then It was another successful year for the boys being district the pack started to make a move champs. Many of the boys contributed to winning the ti- from 800 to go and kicked hard,” tle. So, it’s become a tradition to continue our dominance said Ronnie. at this level. The girls did well for having a small core As the pace quickened, Ron- of quality athletes. To finish 3rd in the region out of 32 nie stayed on but droped roughly schools is pretty tough to do. And, we haven’t done this ten spots. He finished14 overall, in a long time. It was really above our expectations. We which is a major honor. also have a good group of athletes participating at the state Ronnie wants to continue run- level, which is the highest level for us. Ronnie Calkins running the two mile at Districts ning his senior year, and hope- fully into college. He is currently How many years have you been coaching? Ronnie qualified for the Penn undecided about where he wants I have coached all of my 30 years of teaching. Track has Relays along with many other ju- Alex Joynes to attend college, but he has cor- been the vast majority though I did a few years of tennis, niors and seniors in the nation. Sports Editor responded with some coaches basketball, volleyball and soccer.. “Ronnie qualitifed based on about running at their schools. Did you compete in track and field? For how long? a time he had previously run. Ronnie was the only Freeman Yes, I was a 400 meter state champion and all American They accepted a total of 26 peo- athlete to attend the relays this for Iowa State Univeristy. Junior Ronnie Calkins compet- ple for this event, and he was the year. He recalls that the other What is your favorite part about coaching? ed in the National Pennsylvania 21st one to get in. We had to ap- athletes that attended from the Winning. Bringing your kids along to be successful in their Track and Field Relays, which ply and then wait to hear back,” Richmond area were from Atlee later years in H.S. Winning championships with a team hosts high school, college and Coach Reutinger said. High School. effort. I also really enjoy seeing great races particularly professional athletes. “It started “I was so happy and excited to Coach Reutinger tried to get the relays. back in the 1800s and is prob- be in it,” said Ronnie. three other athletes in the meet as What have you learned from your experiences on the field that ably one of the most prestegious In addition to regular track well, but they weren’t accepted. you bring to the athletes you coach. meets in the world” said Brian practice, he trained specifically “I think the experience of rac- When you go into the races, you need to have a race plan Reutinger, cross country and dis- for the meet. ing in that atmosphere will bene- though out ahead of time. It could change during the race tance track coach. “About two weeks before this fit him tremedously in the future. but you still have to have a plan rather than just go out and The Penn Relays took place this event, he ran 29 x 400 (1 lap) at a It is the kind of environment and run. It may be to hit certain times or to stay with certain past April 26-28. It is the first and pretty fast pace with only 40 sec- quality of competition that you other runners. oldest relay meet that take place onds rest. When he was able to can only find at Penn Relays for What was your reaction to being named Coach of the year? in Pennsylvania. The first Penn do this, I knew he would not be high school runners” said Coach That it’s not me that does all of the work. It’s the whole Relays ever, took place on April in over his head when he got to Reutinger. squad of coaches at DSF. I just happen to be the leader of 21, 1895; it drew an attendance Philedelphia,” Coach Reutinger With a bright future ahead of a group including 6 other coaches that do a fabulous job. of approximately 5,000 people. said. him, Ronnie continues excelling Without them, the team would not have been as success- Today, the Penn Relays are still During the meet, Ronnie ran in his running career. ful. I really believe we have the most knowledgeable and in high attendance. the 3K, which is 3,000 meters. caring coaching staff in the region. “It’s crazy how many people That means it is 200 meters less were there,” said Ronnie. than a two mile race. Sports 9 Taking tennis to new heights

Alex Caton Sports Editor Gold Medal

Rising tennis star sophomore, Olivia Wilson has already made Athletes the District Semi-Finals, and she’s only a sophomore. Olivia’s mother got her into ten- nis at an early age. “I’ve played tennis since I could barely hold a racket,” said Oliv- ia. “My whole family plays ten- nis, but I’m the only one to play competitively.” Olivia’s mother also got her in- volved in playing tournaments, which led to her playing for the Freeman girls tennis team. “My mother got me interested by putting me in tournaments,” said Olivia. “They have support- Name: Elizabeth Ahrens Name: Peter Barkey-Bircann ed me, played with me, and prac- “She was our junior captain and “He has been the biggest influ- ticed with me and now watch Colonial District Player of the ence in the change-over from and cheer me on while I play.” year. She is a great leader both last year. He has added a level Olivia’s competitiveness has on and off the field and always of technique, tactical awareness pushed her towards success in fought hard to keep our team and experience that the team tennis. in games,” said Coach Kent needed. He has a strong work “I have a competitive spirit, and Dohrman. ethic and enjoys playing,” said I really like sports in general,” Coach Pratt said Olivia. “I’ve tried most sports, but mainly play tennis and volleyball.” Junior Liza Wayland sees an- other source for Olivia’s growing abilities. “Her biggest asset on and off the court is her positive attitude,” said Liza. “Olivia always does tal game, but you can’t let your- focus on hitting the ball correctly her best on and off the court.” self focus on the mental part.” and my form instead of thinking Olivia also impresses Clarence “She is different than other play- about what might happen.” Parpart, girls tennis coach, with ers because she has the ability to “Olivia can get to a lot of balls, her mental and physical abili- forget the last point and move and she will not give up on a ties. on to the next point,” said Liza. ball,” said Coach Parpart. Name: Liza Wayland Name: Trent Singleton “Olivia has improved her game “She’s a very consistent player. Some of the big phrases that “She keeps us all organized and “He plays an outrageous each year,” said Coach Parpart. She rarely misses.” are associated with top athletes laughing, but focused at the amount of time because he “She is a strong competitor who One important key to succeed- include poise under pressure, same time,” said sophomore wants it so bad and he produces will fight you to the end; she ing in tennis is playing every the ability to be consistent, and Kara Adams. results, it’s that simple,” said will not give up, and she likes to single point, which is something a strong inner drive. Olivia’s freshman Peter win.” Olivia knows very well. teammates and coaches rec- Brodzik. One of the biggest obstacles “Give it your best, and be ag- ognize that she has all three of is the mental factor that tennis gressive every single point,” said these intangibles and more. If players have to endure during the Olivia. “Don’t ever let yourself Olivia continues to push herself game. fall back on an easy stroke. I and hold onto these intangibles “Emotions play a big factor,” definitely get pregame jitters, es- she just might be the best tennis said Olivia. “Players have differ- pecially if you’re at the top and player on the team by the time ent ways of thinking of things; playing harder players because she leaves Freeman. some people get really mad and they can be intimidating. To yell, and some just get hard on calm myself down I usually take themselves and quiet. It’s a men- my time during warm-ups and

Name: Carleigh Branch Name: Miller Trevett Sophomore steps up to the challenge “No matter the score of the “He doesn’t realize he is under game, she maintains a positive pressure so he’s always com- winning attitude, and encour- posed and performs,” said ages each member to fulfill their sophomore Jack Gerstenmaier. greatest potential,” said juniors Dana Wolinski and Kendall Carter

Name: Taylor Harmon “He is very agile and a versatile “Her shot placement the best the player. He is a quick learner,” team has seen in a while,” said said juniors Mason Wells and “She’s always been good,” said and has two more seasons ahead junior Anna Lee Ware Douglas Tice. Alex. of her. Holly Fleming She said she learned how to “I enjoyed all of it,” said Ka- Editor-in-Chief adapt to the faster pace of play tie. that comes with being on a var- “I expect Katie to keep grow- One DSF soccer player has come sity sport. Her style of play has ing as a leader. I also want her a “long” way. changed since the beginning of to keep working hard to improve Sophomore Katie Long stepped the season. herself and her skill set,” said up to starting goalie on the varsi- “Katie’s has become much Coach Dohrman. ty girls’ soccer team when senior more confident as the season has The team accepted the situa- Alex Clagett was unable to main- progressed,” said Coach Kent tion and tried to make Katie feel tain her position. Dohrman. comfortable. After receiving her third con- The soccer team has faced other “Everyone was really welcom- cussion in the first Deep Run injuries this season, but the girls ing but it was really scary,” said Game, Alex was advised by her dealt with the challenges. Katie. doctor to stop playing soccer in “They’ve obviously hurt our “The teammates trusted her,” order to prevent serious brain depth as a team, which you nev- said Alex. damage. er want. But players have done a As leader of the defense, Katie “I get really bad headaches, great job stepping up and playing had to be a voice to the rest of sometimes for two hours a day,” positions they have not played the defenders. said Alex. before. It has also given many “Now she’s more vocal,” said Katie made the varsity team more players experience,” said Alex. this season, but when she took Coach Dohrman. The soccer team concluded Name: Mackenzie Kerr Name: Zach Campbell on the role of starting goalie she The situation proved to be a re- their season with a record of “She is always enthusiastic and “He won the district and the had to acclimate herself to the warding experience for Katie. 10-5-1. Katie had a 1.077 GAA tries to joke around to make region which scored a lot of transition. “It has made Katie a much (Goals Against Average). people feel better. She is really points for Freeman. He is “It was nerve-racking as a more confident player. She has “We are a resilient team. We’ve athletic and plays soccer so that always trying to get better to sophomore,” said Katie. been forced to face her weakness- had to play with many players helps her speed,” said freshman further Freeman success,” said Overnight, she went from mem- es head on and improve them,” injured and the girls have all Alecsys Brown. junior Zach Weiss. ber on the team to captain of the said Coach Dohrman. stepped up and done a great job defense. The opportunity was a Katie had a memorable season of supporting each other,” said chance to showcase her skills. Coach Dohrman.

10 Sports New football coach brings promise to Freeman “I like the new coach. He seems Sam Coltrane like a really nice guy, and seems Sports Editor like he knows what he’s doing,” said Griffin. This will be Griffin’s first year playing Freeman football. Freeman football embraces a Griffin attended and played new era by hiring a champion- football at Glens Falls High ship proven coach. The new School in upstate New York for coach, Mike Henderson, is ready his first two years years of high to begin working towards bring- school. ing a championship to Freeman. Another change that Coach In his last job Coach Henderson Henderson will be implementing led the Blessed Sacrament foot- is the use of prominent players ball team to 5 state champion- more. ships in 9 years. “Starters will be playing on “Coach Henderson will bring a both offense and defense more bresh set of ideas and a fresh set this year, with more rotating of of eyes to the Douglas Freeman players in to keep them fresh” football community,” said Drew said Trent. Coach Henderson Bright, Director of Student Ac- would also go on to say “the best tivites at Freeman. eleven will play, there will be One of Coach Henderson’s first rotating, but if they’re the best tasks is establishing his system eleven, then they will play.” and bringing the charisma and As for the approach to the character it takes to be a champi- game he has a particular mind- on. He has established the motto, set that he wants the players to PHOTO: S. COLTRANE “In order to be tough, you have have. to do tough things” said Coach “I just want them being mental- Coach Henderson gives directions to Kyle Farkas and Miller Trevett, the quarterbacks for this up- Henderson. ly tough, I want the students to coming season. He is also already making have an enthusiasm for football changes by implementing foun- again” said Coach Henderson. dations of his system. “He is really excited about the “We have already started prac- future of the program and ev- tice and have started running eryone else seems to be excited through plays” said sophomore as well. It also seems that there Trent Young who plays full-back is a new anticipation among the and linebacker. players that he will bring quick Coach Henderson is working success” said junior Sean Myrte- to establish a tenacious style both tus. on and off the field. On defense “Ultimately the goal is to win he strives to have the players be a colonial title, but the immedi- “fast, force them to make mis- ate goal is to get players out and takes” said Coach Henderson. people excited for football” said Also, on offense he wants to be Coach Henderson. a more heavily run based team “Everyone associated with the and “be tough by pounding the program is excited about the start ball.” of this next chapter in the long Junior Griffin Campbell de- history of Douglas Freeman PHOTO: S. COLTRANE scribes Coach Henderson as “seasoned.” football,” said Coach Bright. Coach Henderson directs athletes on what to do during practice. Coach Kent Dohrman Girls Soccer “Diary of a wimpy kid” into the room there ain’t no one every step, looking back to show Coach of the Year who could stop me…except for who’s boss. However, the second that fine woman looking about I turn my head forward, BOOM, What were your impressions of this year’s soccer season? twenty five, right out of U of R. my right foot slips on a tread- Overall, we had a successful year finishing 3rd place Sweet Jesus. mill that’s going eleven miles per in our district and also finishing with double digit My inner Ryan Gosling in- hour and I immediately fall hit- stincts kick in and I swag to the ting my face on the railing for the wins. bench press. I rack on an easy machine chipping a tooth and 135 pounds acting like its 245. giving myself a bloody nose. I’m She’s walking by and I can ob- being helped and escorted out by What were the greatest challenges? Victories? Henry Cheney Our greatest challenge was the large number of viously tell she wants to bench a feeble grandmother wearing Sports Editor too, but she has to wait because cargo capris, black Velcro shoes, injuries we had, which made it hard to field a con- Mr. Gosling is about to use it. I and a studded shirt obviously sistent set of starters and also lowered our amount Work•out (wûrk out ). n. 1. A start pressing the weight and I’m from Marshall’s. The humilia- of substitutes. It was great winning our quarterfinal session of exercise or practice thinking to myself, ‘hey girl, this tion is excruciating. to improve fitness, as for athletic doesn’t have to be the only bar So I guess I’ve learned three im- game in the district tournament. competition. 2. A strenuous test we share’ I turn my head seeing portant lessons: one, don’t even of ability and endurance. if she’s looking, she’s not so I do try it. Two, don’t talk to girls. How many years have you been coaching? I’m sorry, but I don’t do that. a little cough. Now she catches And three, working out is like Like most everyone in the my eyes and this is where it all so totally overrated. But really, A. I’ve been coaching soccer for 10 years, 6 with world, I go to the gym to get my goes downhill. unless you want Brad Pitt’s face DSF. swell on, but due to my physi- “Hey sorry I couldn’t hear you, and abs, then you work out. But cal appearance we all know that my biceps were blocking my let’s be honest, most people are isn’t the case. ears,” I said. really athletic without working Have you coached anywhere else besides Freeman? It’s actually pathetic. I watch “I didn’t say a word to you,” out. We all know that one person Yes, I was the assistant varsity coach at Albemarle a p90x commercial, get freakin’ said mystery goodness I’ll name who is just absurd at everything, High School in Charlottesville, VA. I’ve also amped just because of the inten- Scarlett. and he or she doesn’t do any- coached club soccer for the Richmond Strikers and sity of that instructor, goodness “Yeah that’s funny; it’s 804- thing to get that talented. Do you he is committed, and then get in 589-3047. You want me to write really want legs that rub together SOCA (a club team in Charlottesville). this mindset that I don’t want it down?” I said. because you squat 375 and now to see my knee caps due to the “Aren’t you like twelve years you have to wear ointment? Or Did you play soccer? For how long? size of my pecs. So I throw on old?” said Scarlett. you want a neck the size of the my workout clothes, triple take “I have arm pit hair!” I said. Hulk? I don’t think so. You can I played travel and high school soccer. While I at myself in the mirror, then I’m I storm off furious. This is my get a good enough workout with was recruited by small schools to play in college, I on the road. Going about sixty house; I can’t even begin to un- just playing ultimate Frisbee or decided not to play because I wanted to go to a big on a forty-five, I’m blasting my derstand the nerve this girl has! just running around in general brains out with Rage Against Who does she think she is, ques- being the happy go lucky Free- university. the Machine just to keep this tioning my age? She thinks she’s man Rebels we are! momentum going. Strutting the queen. I’m stomping with An Athlete’s Comments on the Road to Recovery

Being an avid soccer player, in disbelief that this happened to girls who endure knee injuries, couraged, don’t stop playing your I have played since I was five me. I had always felt badly for 70 percent of time it is an ACL sport, you will always recover,” years old and began travel soccer girls and guys that had suffered tear. said Mariah. Mariah who tore at age nine. I sacrificed a lot for this injury but I never thought At Freeman alone this year, her ACL on Valentine’s Day re- the sport. Countless trips on the that this was something I would nine students have torn an ACL, alized how effective the support weekends that weren’t exactly have to face, nor did I know the including senior Keith Wells, of friends and family are when right next door. Tournaments extent to which it would effect who had a season ending ACL you suffer an injury. in North Carolina, Arizona my life. tear before the year even started, “You need support. Seeing ev- and Florida, just to name a few March 21st I had surgery and and his brother, junior Mason eryone playing, and working out took away from countless social started the six-eight month road Wells. Freshman, Mariah Chil- is really hard to watch. But I am events, time with my friends back to recovery. The psychological lemi made varsity basketball at very thankful to have supportive Megan Bagli home, and made it difficult to get effects of injuries, especially one freeman as a freshman this year. teammates, family and friends,” Sports Editor my schoolwork done. However, of such magnitude, are count- However, her season was cut she said. soccer became my life because less. There is shock and denial, short because of an ACL tear; It is hard to stay positive when I wanted it to. I love the game, pain and guilt, anger, depression, she joined the other Freeman crutches, doctors’ visits, and Sports injuries can be earth the work ethic I’ve acquired be- reconstruction, and acceptance. students hobbling around the physical therapy become a part shattering to any athlete. They cause of it, and all the relation- I know that I have had a really school. Another varsity basket- of your everyday life, but with- are that unexpected house fire ships I built through playing. I hard time just attending games ball player, Junior Clara Coker out positivity progress won’t be that no one told you how to now play in a national league and practices and watching my also tore her ACL towards the made throughout your recovery. prepare for. In any case, no mat- for 11 months out of the year, so teammates play. I get envious of end of the basketball season. Babe Ruth gives inspiration to all ter how severe the injury, it is my life is truly dedicated to soc- their ability to play, while I am Although ACL tears and inju- athletes, when he said “Never let a devastating setback. All that cer. In March of this year, I had confined to sit on the bench until ries are common and unpredict- the fear of striking out, keep you has been worked for seems to a gruesome collision with a goal September. However, the ACL able there is no need to be in fear from playing the game.” be reduced to nothing once in keeper on a team from Ohio and tear is a common injury and is to play because of the risk of get- the mindset that you are now tore my ACL, menial meniscus, the fifth most common surgery ting hurt. injured. and partially tore my MCL. I was performed in the country. For “Don’t get upset, don’t get dis- 11 A&E Anna Laughter wins Scholastic art award ucation, so I “This project focuses on expres- displayed. Anna’s parents were might take sive mark making which is an very proud of her accomplish- a couple art in-depth investigation in what it ment. classes with means to draw and what consti- “They took a lot of pictures, the money,” tutes are,” said Beth Murtagh, and told everyone we know to g said Anna. Art I teacher. o see it,” said Anna. The Best This is Anna’s first year of Anna’s teacher Mrs. Murtagh in Grade is an official art class and it was has nothing but good things to Photogranted Cred: at Chelseaher teacher’s Glowacki idea to submit this say about her winning piece. the national piece. It came as a sweet surprise “Her work is bold and dynamic level for two when Anna was informed of her as well as superbly balanced. She students in win. was able to accomplish this by each grade “It really meant a lot, I’ve al- skillfully layering and re-working level out of ways liked art and it is nice to be the surface over and over,” said t h o u s a n d s recognized,” said Anna. Ms. Murtagh of submis- It took Anna two weeks to fin- ``Anna didn’t have an inspira- sions. ish this project, which now hangs tion for this assignment, but just PHOTO: A. LAUGHTER The work in Carnegie Hall in New York. said that she was “just following she submit- Carnegie Hall is a concert venue the directions,” said Anna. Even ted was an in Midtown Manhattan which though her painting was an ab- a b s t r a c t frequently hosts many talented stract media, her favorite medi- piece from musicians, speakers, etc. um is the colored pencil. grade Art I student receives this the first assignment of the year. But before her artwork was “I like the colored pencils be- Chelsea Glowacki award. She received a Gold “The artwork is mainly black shipped to New York it was dis- cause you can add detail very Photographer Key at a regional level and was and white, with a lot of eye played in the Virginia Museum easily,” said Anna. also awarded the Best in Grade catching textures to create a uni- of Fine Arts (VMFA) along with This being Anna’s first year of A Scholastics Art award was Scholarship in the amount of fied movement,” said Anna. other Scholastic winners’ pieces. art, this is a huge accomplish- awarded to freshman Anna $500. Anna is required to use Anna’s art teacher, Mrs. Beth The Virginia Museuem of Fine ment for her. “Anna has a strong Laughter at the beginning of the winnings from her award to- Murtagh describes the project as Arts was recently revocated and work ethic and always strives the school year. Only one ninth wards something educational. expressive outlet for the artists’ the new section is where the to perfect her craft,” said Ms. “I am supposed to use it for ed- emotions. Scholastic winning pieces are Murtagh. Gee Gee The Avengers, worth the view Monger Luke Paris Sophomore wins Staff Writer fashion design After being released on April 11, contest ‘The Avengers’ topped the box office and set numerous records, including the fastest film to gross 1 billion dollars world-wide. I saw The Avengers several days http://teaser-trailer.com/movie/avengers/ after it was released, and there Can you tell me a little bit about the fashion contest you entered? I did it from school, its from the Henrico county I just did it because was still a sizeable crowd in the theater. tion scenes and somewhat real- ing him to their own advantage. I thought it would be cool to represent our school and I just like istic special effects, the movie The team of superheroes took fashion The movie itself was fairly impressive, with a star-packed also included some comedy. a while to learn how to work cast including big names such as With Captain America still together, in particular Captain Who motivated you to enter the contest? carrying the traits of someone America and the bigheaded Tony I did it on my own and Ms. Yeatts Robert Downey Jr., Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson, and living during World War II, and Stark (Iron Man). The Hulk and Chris Hemsworth. Thor being from an alien planet Thor also have several brief con- How did you make the dress? Tell me about the design. Another unique quality of The whose inhabitants speak in a flicts, destroying an aircraft car- It was slick lace, A-line dress with a pencil dress underneath and Shakespearean-like dialogue, rier in the process. multicolor fabric. Avengers was how the producers connected several previous films the characters occasionally I found that in addition to the to the plotline, thus creating a quarrel amongst each other. intriguing new characters in The What was the actual competition like? Tell me about your competition. As well as superheroes, sev- Avengers, Iron Man still played We did a contest from every school and then we did it online too, you final product that tied them all together. eral members of the team were a large role in the movie. Stark is had to get a vote. My friends helped me to present It, so they voted simply “master assassins,” such pushed to his limits fighting Lo- for me and my teachers helped me a lot Several films produced based on Marvel superheroes including as Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner) ki’s army of alien warriors, and both “Iron Man” and “Iron Man and Black Widow, portrayed by he is forced to use his resource How did you feel when you won? Was there a ceremony? Is there a prize? Scarlett Johansson. Hawkeye fulness to operate the Iron Man I think my dress will be on the market. II”, as well as the newly released films, “Thor” and “Captain made a noteworthy addition to suit to its full potential. America.” the group, despite being turned The superheroes are eventually What do you want to do for a career? against The Avengers for a sig- united as a team after the death Fashion designing Each member of the cast either starred in their own superhero nificant part of the movie. Us- of agent Phil Coulson, and work film before the release of The ing innovative explosive arrows together to stop an alien invasion How do you like to spend your free time? and bows that unfold with the of Earth, led by Thor’s corrupted With my siblings Avengers, or made a brief cameo appearance in one. flick of a wrist, I considered brother, Loki. The film did a particularly Hawkeye to be one of the most It’s safe to say that The Aveng- Do you watch any design shows on TV? If so, which is your favorite? Have good job of giving each notable fascinating characters. ers topped every Marvel super- you been motivate by them? Another challenge faced by hero film prior to its release, and Yeah, I read the magazines. Im inspired by Perval Gurunt character nearly equal screen- time, alternating between view- the heroes is the task of trying the distinctiveness of this unique points of each hero to display all to figure out a way to stop the movie sets it apart from any oth- of their unique traits. Hulk from destroying every- er hero film made as of now. In addition to fast-moving ac- thing, while at the same time us- Byrd v. Westhampton, which is better

John Rebman delier which hung from the ceil- at 5706 Grove Ave., is a very or- Staff Writer ing caught my eye as I entered dinary theater except for the fact into the well-lit theater surround- that it plays indie movies such as ed by elaborate paintings. The “The Best Exotic Marigold Ho- room also had a balcony which tel” and “Damsels in Distress,”as The Byrd and Westhampton provided an interesting view of well as foreign films. may appear to be small-name the screen. No other major theaters in theaters, but they are both more While the seats were comfort- Richmond play these types of than they appear to be. able, they were a little small. movies, which is what sets West- PHOTO CRED: LIA GAYLE However, there was little to no hampton a part from the rest. Byrd wait for the movie to start be- “The theater features art-house Walking into Byrd Theater at cause the Byrd does not play pre- flicks the larger theater largely 2908 W. Cary St., I realize that views. avoids,”said Vernal Coleman, this theater is very unique. The When the movie started, the Style Weekly writer. movies played there may have chandelier dimmed and the the- While the food prices at the been late releases of movies Prom ater became dark. As the movie Westhampton were nearly iden- played at regular theaters, but ev- progressed, I started to notice tical to Byrd’s, Westhampton’s erything is very ornate and old- On May 19, Freeman juniors that the sound quality was not ticket prices are much more ex- fashioned. the best; it echoed a lot more pensive – $7.50 for a matinee This style doesn’t just include and seniors gathered at the than in most theaters. Also, the ticket and $10 for a normal tick- the look of the building; it also room became a bit humid for et. However, Westhampton does includes the prices. The tickets VMFA from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. some reason. I had never expe- have very unique snacks such as were only $2, and there is no tax rienced any of these problems at tea and hot chocolate. on anything, resulting in less of normal theaters. The theater itself is very nor- for a ‘Stary Night.’ Prom prin- that pesky change. However, the While the Byrd provides an old- mal: big comfy seats, dark room, snacks were not as reasonably time movie experience, its snack and a good sound system with cess was Genesis Barious Lupe priced. prices, sound system, and theater no echoes. Soda ranged from $3 to $5, and comfort are lackluster and out- Overall, the Westhampton was popcorn ranged from $4 to $6 and prom prince was Amir Den- weigh its fancy looks . However, very normal and not terribly dollars. They also had the usual I will continue to go due to the overwhelming. If you are look- nachos and candy, but both were nis. Nou Nou Vunninka and cheap ticket prices and fun, mov- ing for a place to catch artisistc a little pricy. Candy was $2.50, ie atmostphere.(3.5 out of 5). films that are not shown any- and nachos were $3.50. Ben Curley were crowned Prom where else, Westhampton is the While my experiences here be- Westhampton place to go. It was certainly far came worse as time progressed, The Westhampton was built from bad (4 out of 5). King and Queen. things suddenly looked up as I in 1938, while the Byrd was built Next time you are in the mood entered the theater itself. There in 1928. As a member of Regal to catch a film, instead of going may only be one theater, but it Cinemas, Westhampton has a to the expensive and ordinary was easily the most decorated very similar setup to other Regal regal cinemas, head to either the theater I’ve ever visited. Theaters. Byrd or Westhampton to save A giant, color-changing chan- Westhampton Theater, located money and gain culture. 12 Back Page Your summer checklist: Everything a Rebel needs to do to have a great summer! off in a fun new fashion. For a sphere. 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The and feel free to put it back on the tickets: $7 plethora of toppings combined with fake eggs, it never turns out shelf. are coming from India,” said with that sweet savory yogurt. well. sophmore Maya Ravindran Oh yes. And now it is even closer to home, right by Chik-fil-a and Ever long to go back to the Picnic at Maymont James River Fresh Market on Parham! We Bell Isle: 4300 Riverside Dr. good ol’ days like in the movie know we are all thinking the same 1700 Hampton St. “Grease”? Poodle skirts, car (804) 358-7166 23225 thing; this isn’t going to help out Pony Pasture: 7200 Riverside races, and the ever popular drive- our wallets or our weight. Dr. 23225 in theater. Well, you are in luck, because on 4344 Old Fredricks- Make Your Own Slip N’ burg Rd., Hadensville, VA, there One thing that makes RVA just happens to be one. Now we Slide “Going to Canada,” said tarp- $15 at Lowes, or ask If you love to experience ev- such a great city to live in is the know it’s further away than the freshman Jack Fleming your parents for an old one erything nature has to offer, try a accessibility and proximity to the stuffy Regal Cinemas, but trust lying around picnic at Maymont. Get together James River. People can bike, us, it’s worth the trip. Admission with a couple of friends and stop swim, hike, kayak, and walk is $7 and nothing in the snack by Martins to pick up some fried along the James. Belle Isle and bar is priced over $3.50. Though chicken, or heck, bring the food Pony Pasture are two spots along it is a hike, the cheap movie tick- you made at your pintrest cook- the James that provide the most ets and old time feel make for All you need is a tarp and a ing party. Nothing is better than options for adventures. Instead a great night. hose; it’s as easy as that. 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“Playing with my baby,” Summer Style: What’s hot when it’s hot said physics teacher Marci Bracelets on Shea G-Shock Colorful bracelets on Polo style Button down watch t-Shirts bracelets shirts blouse

“Freedom,” said junior Josh Fung

“Going to the beach,” fresh- men Hailey Koenig

Plad William Lima Sarah Ashman Chance Ohn Caroline Myrtetus shorts Comfy Ankle shorts Rainbows Sandals braclet Tennis Jack Lilly!! Seersucker shoes Rogers “Hanging out with friends shorts everyday,” said sophmore Lacey and Jodie’s summer picks Marybell Nery Lacey Jodie Froyo Froyo Summer Dates to Remember Sweet Frog Martin’s It’s cheap and good The toppings, nuf said May 17- July 11- Groovin’ in the Garden Burger May 19- Aug. 19- Maharaja: The Splen- Burger Five Guys Five Guys dors of India’s Great Kings - VMFA Para chuparse los dedos I second that (finger licking good) June 29- Idina Menzel - Carpenter Theater June 30- Eric Hutchinson - the National Pizza Pizza July 14- Color Run Mary Angela’s Bottoms Up Good by the slice or by the pan Big Pizza, Big Flavor James River Splash and Dash July 20- Avett Brothers, Insbrook Smoothies Smoothies Elwood Thompson’s Tropical Smoothie Cafe The Dark Knight Rises Healthy and delicious, Quality and Quantity I’d recomend the orange blast July 28- Bruce Hornsby and the Noismakers - Innsbrook Movie Must See Movie Must See The Dark Knight Rises Madagascar 3 July 29- Countryfest 2012- Darius Rucker - Na na na na na Batman I like to move it, move it Innsbrook

Books Books Aug. 1- Old Crow Medicine Show - Reread the Harry Potter book Any Jodi Picoult book Maymont Seriously, they get better Suspensful and every time interesting Aug. 8- Steve Miller Band - Innsbrook Aug. 15- Lynard Skynard - Innsbrook Sub Shop Sub Shop Stuffies Superstars Aug. 22- Train - Insbrook I’m always stuffed Makes me feel like a star