WORDS 4 THE WISE 16250 BROOKE LANE UPPER MARLBORO, MD 20772 VOLUME 4 ISSUE 1 HOMECOMING 2011

R. Young Cameren Jennifer, Bridgette Murray, Brittany Mance, Carlton Chin et al Spirit Days

Talha Siddique Walking to school on the first day of Spirit Week gives a person a high feeling of

anticipation. Some might wonder what will happen today. Will teachers be on the edge?

Will the general atmosphere be one of chaos or order and sanity? These are just some of

the things students wondered as they came to Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr., High School.

JROTC color guard during the Lena Allen at the homecoming Cheerleaders pump up the crowd 2011 graduates, Chyra Church and Homecoming parade football game. on Main Street Jasmine Jackson return to cheer. Page 2 Puma Nation Quarter 1, 2011 Dedicated teacher passes Wise remembers Mrs. Marina Villacorta Pamela Davis

Mrs. Villacorta Science and anyone in need. was one of the Integrating the She will be great- "founding" science Sciences. She served ly missed by her Wise teachers who began on many Integrating family and students. teaching here at Dr. the Sciences curricu- She leaves behind Henry A. Wise High lum writing groups one husband and four School in August across the county. children. Her body 2006. She taught a Mrs. "V" as she was was flown back to the variety of science affectionately known Philippines where subjects such as by her students and she was lain to rest in Conceptual Physics, colleagues was never her hometown. Physics,slow to render a smile Environmental and helping hand to Mrs. Marina Villacorta Back to Education School Kawan Glover Education is one of the most dedicated people around. They important parts of our society. It do what they do not for money teaches those without knowl- or benefits, but because they Inspiration edge and it breeds our future love to teach. They seek to leaders, doctors, lawyers. It have impact on the minds of gives people both young and the youth so that they too will for teachers old a chance to achieve their have a bright future. As of late, goals. It gives our society a sta- teachers are not respected as Kawan Glover ble foundation on which we they once were. How can this build our house of knowledge be you may ask? These are the and enlightenment upon to people that basically hold the capture a more promising future of this nation in their On August 17, 2011, a program to future. Education is not only hands. They are the catalyst welcome back teachers was held at mandatory, but, more impor- that ignites the flames of imagi- Dr. Henry A. Wise Jr., High School Official government photo tantly, necessary. How would nation, critical/analytical think- was held to bring back that respect, the internet exist without Bill ing, reasoning, and creativity. recognition, and honor for the teach- Arne Duncan, U.S. Secretary of Education ers. Prince George’s County along Gates who had to be educat- They cultivate these skills and with the TEACH initiative came ed? How would the light bulb hone them so students alike together to put their full support to the dent’s school career, produce, continue to improve. Times are exist without who also had to will all have the tools they need teachers and their efforts. Dr. Hite, encourage, and teach students to be tough, and budgets are continuing to be educated? How would this to succeed. Today teachers Duane Myko, and the U.S Secretary career ready so they are able suc- get cut, but we must strive upward country have been founded if face disrespect inside and out of Education Arne Duncan were ceed out in the world. and continue to improve all the time. its founding fathers had not of the classroom, low salaries, some of the dignitaries in attendance. Mr. Duncan felt that first and fore- Dr. Hite addressed the audience, Mr. Duncan had a positive outlook on been educated? Education is and less recognition for the most for the students, it is ‘their job to citing improvements in testing profi- one of the most important parts hard work they perform on day the future for American education. get a good education”. For the teach- ciency and giving praise to the teach- Mr Duncan thought that we should ers they must never give up on the ers for a job well done. Senior, of our society, but with society’s to day bases. For the sake of reduce the dropout rate and raise the students, because there are enough Brandon Williams addressed the changing views educational a better tomorrow we should graduation rate. He said we need to careless teachers already. As for par- teachers with a little Hip hop flair. value in America is diminishing. strive to be educated and lead in college graduation. According ents they are “part of the solution” Finally Mr. Duncan addressed the The teachers that get up teachers should strive to edu- to Mr. Duncan, nine other countries and should be legal partners with the teachers from Dr. Henry Wise High every morning to educate the cate. have surpassed the United States in teachers and school. “Parents are a School and Barack Obama the area of education. Additionally, he young minds of today are some student’s first teacher and their most Elementary School. of the most hard working and said we must also throughout the stu- important teacher” He said we must Pumas in pink

R. Young

Many organizations in the wore pink gloves and pink helped to increase the Wise community had spe- tape. Mrs. Royer collected donations. Additionally, our cial activities during change and sold pink gentleman of AMATE had October which is Breast bracelets with messages of “Pink Days” and they wore Cancer Awareness month. hope during all of the lunch- pink dress shirts or pink ties SGA sold a special pink es and a check will be writ- to increase awareness of homecoming shirt for the ten to the Susan G. Komen breast cancer and to honor R. Young Pumas who would partici- for the Cure Foundation for the survivors Mr. Green and the gentlemen of AMATE wear pink to to pate in the Pink Out at the the donations from Wise. bring awareness to breast cancer. homecoming football There were daily chal- game. Our football team lenges from Mr. Hicks that Quarter 1, 2011 Homecoming Page 3

Spirit Week Words 4 the Wise 4 Pep Rally Quarter 1, 2011 Puma pride pumps the pep rally by Talha Siddique

The final day has arrived. Finally, a In the moments leading up to the was no different as he continued to run dents erupt in a euphoric cheer of time for the mighty Pumas of Dr. rally the anticipation was at an all-time up to each class and have them scream approval as they walk in and out of the Henry A. Wise, Jr. HIgh School to let high. Waves of students were rushing their lungs out. Once he was finished gymnasium. Then, suddenly, the school out the bottled school spirit and let it to get the best seats in the gym, connect the band began to play music while erupts in a loud roar as Mr. Blake explode, in a civil manner of course. To with their friends, or pack up for the hundreds of students were dancing to announces the arrival of the Varsity celebrate homecoming week at Wise return trip home. The administrators their own beat, one even stepped out to football members. They come in with a high school, the Student Government didn't calm this tension that day when the side and let it all out, to the approval swagger about their movements and Association created a daily theme for they tried in vain to control the popula- of the other students. Next, Blake called huddle together in the center of the the week: Monday Guess Who? Day, tion. Even as the security administra- for silence as the color guard came in room, their yellow jerseys faced back Tuesday Fashion Disaster Day, tors were shouting for order in the hall- and presented the American Flag along- towards the crowd. After a few seconds Wednesday College T-Shirt Day, ways, and the principal trying to dis- side the Maryland state flag. The band they begin to sway left and right as the Thursday Class Colors Day, and Friday miss the students in an orderly fashion, began to play Francis Scott Key's Star- band begins to play a loud tune and the Puma Pride Day. the students knew nothing was going to Spangled Banner, as people raised their crowd goes wild to both. They march restrain their inner Puma this day. Many hands to their chests until they had fin- triumphantly off the floor as Mr. Blake For the most part, a lot of stu- of the students shared this sentiment. A ished and the color guard marched out. begins the "Puma Pump" a cheer he cre- dents have been really excited for this junior from the class of 2013 said she Blake stepped in to rouse the students ated last year to help spur the school day, and it wasn't just because they had felt excited for the rally. Another, foot- once more for the color guard and band. spirit. Not many students respond hap- their puma pride packing. On this day, ball player, Nâkaih Scott-Terrell, felt Next up are the cheerleaders who per- pily to it and the seniors seem confused they were anxiously awaiting the pep exhausted with his busy schedule for form a spectacular routine as the band as they try to ignore it. rally where the fall sports teams would the day.Practice, work, and homecom- plays an electrifying tune and as soon be presented to the crowd and Mr. ing all in one day, he continued. During as they wrap up they are treated to a In an exciting conclusion to an Blake, being the school unofficial the school 4th period, students were loud ovation from the crowd. Then already amazing day, Mr. Blake calls Master of the Games, would then excite clamoring to get into class, but not nec- comes the moment everyone is excited the traditional tug-of-war and jump- the crowd with his energized voice. essarily their class. In many of the for: the moment of recognition. Mr. rope challenges. In the tug-of-war there When asked prior to the rally how he classrooms there were mobs of students Blake calls up, one-by-one, the sports are two sides: the JV foot ball team and, was feeling he said "Bout to be wild in trying to get into a class before the bell teams starting with Cross-country, and for the most part, the Varsity team here, we 'bout to get it in ". Meanwhile, rang. In one, a teacher walked in and, in then going on to Volleyball. Both sports mixed in with a few seniors. Students the athletes were wandering around try- a very commanding voice, ordered any- athletes receive applause from the watch and jeer at the JV team as they ing to get organized before the rally one who didn't belong there to get out crowd but you can feel that they are are helplessly carried across the floor started. Football player Antoine and clearly the teachers meant business. waiting for something else. Next comes by the sheer brute strength of the Whitaker was oddly more relaxed than the male soccer team with a team mem- opposing team. The last competition his fellow team members."I'm just ber running wildly trying to hype up the event involves a challenge to the fresh- chill.", he replied when asked how he After getting through the stiff crowd crowd. Some students laughed but the men class. The activity involves one felt. and figuring out where to sit (the crowd didn't get as excited just yet. The cheerleader competing to have the most bleachers were organized based on year female soccer team is treated to the successful jumps in jump rope. The of graduation) students couldn't same level of applause but they take it cheerleader manages to get 14 jumps. wait any longer, it was as if they up anyway with grace and excite- made up one bomb of school spirit, ment. Blake pauses for a second and and Mr. Blake was the spark that recognizes the SGA members for would blow it all to new proportions. their efforts in organizing spirit Suddenly Mr. Blake ran to each of week. As they walk across the floor the sections that had been divided they are treated to the loudest for the four classes and began to applause yet, with many screams challenge them to a scream- thrown in as well. off.Traditionally each class is chal- lenged to have the loudest roar Silence falls across the gymnasi- and when Mr. Blake came in last um as Mr. Blake gets ready to year, this was taken up a notch. usher in the Junior Varsity foot- This year ball members. As soon as they come in the stu-

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Homecoming Parade Page 6 Homecoming Game Quarter 1, 2011 7 Words 4 the Wise Quarter 1, 2011 Puma Football

A player's perspective Tre Smith #11 As I reflect on this season, we as a team went through a lot of injuries and adversity, but being the team we are the next man stepped up and we came out with a 9-1 season going into the playoffs. I believe that the mottos the Wise team lives by," Demand excellence", "Play with pain, passion, and perfection", "Give 110% and a little bit more!" These things separate us from other teams. Everyone on the team understands the magnitude of what we want to accomplish and has dedicated himself to fulfilling our goals! Page 8 Sports Quarter 1, 2011 Powderpuff Game by Davia Thomas

The varsity foot- put up a good ball game wasn’t fight, these sen- the only intense iors were a force football game this to be reckoned homecoming. with. With a final The seniors went score of 56 to 86, toe to toe with the they took home Blanton studios underclassmen in the WIN! With all JV girls drawing out a game plan. ( Kaela Boyden, Sommer Contee, Kyra Wiggins, our annual that being said, Nya, Ayanna Bailey, Jesenia Jackson, Cydnee Thompson, and RaQuel Thompson) “Powder Puff the real trophy Football Game.” goes to Khadijah Even though flag Gibson, of whom football was the I’ve dubbed the name of the M.V.P. She’s game, these love- fast….she’s ener- ly ladies still getic….and most showed their of all….she sure aggressive sides. can score a There were tack- TOUCHDOWN! les, collisions, Congrats ladies, and a whole lot of keep up the puma touchdowns. pride.

Although the Blanton Studios underclassman JV girls are lightly jogging for a warm-up. ( Kaela Byden, Sommer Contee, RaQuel Thompson, Kyra Wiggins, Jesenia Jackson, Nya, and Bianca Brown)

A Coach’s Perspective for the Volleyball Team

“We have a good volley- ball team, I have seen progress in my girls throughout the season and I am very proud of them.” Coach Alexander (Varsity and JV coach) says. The varsity volley- ball team finished the regular season off on good terms, defeating Largo HS, for their last game. With playoffs approaching, they are putting in plenty of work and practice time in order to make it past the first round of playoffs. Wish the volleyball team good luck! Blanton Studios Blanton Studios By Sade Olaiya Nya passing the ball as teammates support. (Cydnee Bianca Brown tipping the ball towards opponents. Thompson, Nya, and Kyra Wiggins) (Bianca Brown and Sommer Contee) Quarter 1, 2011 Words 4 the Wise Page 9 What's on your Playlist?

Aisha Knights Omar Maradiaga Danielle Petty Kevin Hayes Jireh Lee Silva Senior Senior Senior Senior Senior

1. Asking Alexandria- 1.) Runaway- Bon Jovi 1. Take Care by 1. Smells Like Teen 1. "Atlas Hands" by The Final Episode Drake. Spirit Nirvana Benjamin Francis Leftwich 2.) Diary of Jane- 2. Paramore- Playing 2. Let Me Dope You 2. Like A Star Corinne 2. "The World Spins God Breaking Benjamin by Childish Gambino. Bailey Rae Madly On" by The Weepies 3. Escape The Fate- 3. Gas Station by 3. Golden by Tyler, the 3. "Wannabe" by Epik 3.) Entre Dos Tierras- High Gorgeous Nightmare The Cool Kids. Creator 4. Tokio Hotel- Übers Heroes Del Silencio 4. "Manifesto" by The 4. Empathy by 4. Mother May I Ende der Welt City Harmonic 4.) Headstrong- Trapt Crystal Castles. EatmewhileImhot! 5. Bob Dylan- Like A 5. Taxi Driver Gym 5. "Falling Slowly" by 5.LuperbyEarl Rolling Stone & 5.) Beggin’- Madcon Class Heroes Glen Hansard & Marketa Sweathsirt. Subterranean Homesick 6.) I Will Not Bow- 6. Call Me (Come Irglova Blues 6. Blow My High by Home) Al Green 6. "In Your Arms" by 6. Arcade Fire- The Breaking Benjamin Kendrick Lamar. 7. The Prophecy Asking Kina Grannis Suburbs 7.) Blow Me Away- 7. HiiiPower by Alexandria 7. "Map the Soul" by 7. We The Kings- Kendrick Lamar 8. If I’m James Dean Epik High Breaking Benjamin We’ll Be A Dream 8. Gotta Have It by You're Audrey Hepburn 8. "Chasing Cars" by 8. 30 Seconds To 8.) Taboo- Don Omar Jay-Z and Kanye West. Sleeping With Sirens Snow Patrol Mars- Hurricane 9. The Party & The 9. Thinking About You 9. "Lights" by Ellie 9.) Not Afraid- 9. Rihanna- We Found After Party by The Frank Ocean Goulding Love Weeknd 10. Stick Stickly Attack 10. "Just A Kiss" by 10. Nirvana- Heart Lady Antebellum 10.) Yerbatero- Juanes Attack! Shaped Box

SGA Insider Reveals All

by Malik Levi Malik: Where were you to believe that all of our with the misbehavior? "I was very when you found out that hard work was going to T’ana: First off, I want Words 4 the Wise the dance had been can- waste.” to start by saying that I reporter, Malik Levi gets sad, - celled? completely understand an insider look at tenth T’ana: In Ms. Morrow’s Malik: Why did you why Mrs. Marrow can- grade Student tional, and classroom. The pep rally react this way? celled the dance. A good Government Association shocked." had just ended and we T’ana: I reacted this way alternative would have representative, T’ana were getting ready to because I personally been to put the entire Patterson’s view about the working on this? have our very last meet- knew just how vigorously school on lock-down the cancelled dance. T’ana: SGA spent about ing before decorating for and intense the work was following week. three weeks prior to the dance. to put homecoming Malik: How did the homecoming. SGA spent together. Student Government numerous [days] working Malik: What was your Association prepare for vigorously on the various reaction to the news? Malik: What do you homecoming week? aspects of the homecom- T’ana: “I was very sad, think would’ve been an Specifically how many ing dance. emotional, and shocked. I alternative to cancelling hours did they spend couldn’t and didn’t want the dance in order to deal Trends, trends, trends When will it end? Still tryna keep up with the last one And the next one’s about to begin Shoes and hoes are his greatest passion Selling your soul is the latest fashion Go-go heads jump to their beats Dancing like monkeys pounding their feet High heels and tight jeans Skirt half way past her thighs Leaving nothing to imagination To be found beautiful to a beholder of blind eyes Always wanting the latest and greatest Chasing it down as time tends to fade it I read these words to you slowly Cause if I read them any faster You’d probably stop to think I was a lyricist master But I’m still just an amateur A rookie on the bench I wish these (negroes) would listen I must be speaking French Ladies pull down your skirt Fellas pull up your pants But my brothers and sisters don’t hear me Cause all they care about is trends, trends, trends

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