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Hazleton Area High School 1601 W. 23rd St., Hazle Township Volume 7 Issue 2 Cougar Chit-Chat Thank You Veterans by Dominique DeSpirito Many of the seniors from the high school and STEM school volunteered to help with this program. The seniors Veterans Day is an official United participated by greeting the veterans and States holiday that celebrates all those who their families, signing them in, seating served in the Unites States Armed Forces. them and serving them breakfast. The art It is celebrated normally on November 11, department and their students created in honor of World War 1. This day is filled drawings of each war and each branch of with pride and honor for all those heroes the Armed Forces for the veterans to sign. who went and fought for the . Students and staff helped in setting up the Veterans receive discounts and library and also cleaning up. special honors throughout the year, but During the breakfast, many people especially on Veterans Day. made speeches, such as United States The Hazleton Area High School held the congressman Lou Barletta, state senator 2nd annual Veterans Day Breakfast on John Yudichak, and HAHS seniors Mikey Nov. 10, 2016, in the library and Paisley, and Hannah Molinaro. Each auditorium. The Veterans and their family veteran in attendance received special members were invited to the high school hand-crafted gifts: a for a breakfast and special program; ordainment in the shape of a star with everything was provided by the high “Thank you” painted on it and a key chain school in honor of those who served for the with the words "Honor," "Valor," or country. "Service" engraved in each. The veterans and everyone involved To end the program, the veterans said this year's program was even better were taken to the auditorium. Next, the than last year's. It was a beautiful service veterans were honored with speeches from and definitely one to remember. a retired lieutenant colonel of the National According to HAHS principal, Mr. Guard, Jim Tighe, Mr.Petrone, and Miss Rocco Petrone, “I’m very proud of all of Bellucci event coordinator. The band and our students that showed our Veterans a chorus students played and sang for the small appreciation of all of their sacrifices, veterans and their families. There was a their years of service, and their love for our touching video that brought tears to Photo by Dominique DeSpirito everyone’s eyes. country. I want to thank all faculty and HAHS celebrates local veterans on Nov. 10 staff for all of their hard work in making this program a success.” here because they generally care. Isn’t another benefit. It takes a team and that something we should all be dedication to run a school system thankful for? Teachers usually don’t efficiently and effectively. And, the Appreciation become teachers for the paychecks or best part is, everyone in the building summer vacations. Teachers teach plays a role in your academic because they feel a calling for having experience! an impact on a students' lives and Schools aren’t about just helping them move forward. teaching academic curriculum. They for All You Do These teachers try their hardest also help develop respectful citizens by Madison Hauze family or preparing to go to provide the best four years of a and provide life lessons. For example, . It is more about gratitude, student’s life and build a foundation Mr. Petrone doesn’t have to go out of giving thanks, and giving back! for moving on to the college life. That his way every day to provide us with a and the month of Attending Hazleton Area High is truly what I’m thankful for being a remembrance on how we should all be November are all about showing what School and having the opportunities student at HAHS! making good choices, but he does! you’re thankful for. Thanksgiving is we have is something we should all be Having a strong school staff five And that is something we should all more than just eating dinner with your thankful for. All the teachers here are days a week for multiple hours is take into consideration! Chit-Chat Hazleton One: Community Home Run by Raul Geronimo used for the young kids. Afterschool the gym he owns on North Sybert programs and open basketball courts Street. The Hazleton One Contents are housed there as well on week days Community center where kids can go The Hazleton One community for those between the ages of 12-17. stay, play, and even be educated. pp. 2-4 Traditions center is having a donation drive for Joe and his family always The center has its own kids. The drive is for the kids to get donate during Thanksgiving time basketball team which has p. 5 Furry Friends Christmas presents for those whose with a food drive. This year the food represented Hazleton One in families cannot afford them. drive should be even better than ever! tournaments. Players often volunteer pp. 6-7 Go USA Joe Maddon, manager of World A dinner called "Thanksmas" is then in the events held there and donate pp. 8-9 Gaming & Series' Champion Chicago Cubs and held using the donations of food and themselves. owner of the community center, is the time. Remember, Christmas is for Athletics host. With everything going for Joe donates as much as he can kids; please be generous and provide Maddon, big things are expected for to his community along with the a donation for the kids who may not pp. 10-12 Culture Joe and the community center. support of his wife, mother, sisters, receive any Christmas presents during The community center, after and friends in Hazleton. He is always the holiday. The Christmas drive will & Awareness having its remodel, has been mainly contributing to his community with be held in this upcoming December. by Hannah Matarella In a Mexican Thanksgiving, Did you ever wonder what they have different types of other cultures do on Thanksgiv- ing? In America, Thanksgiving Mexican food, they enjoy is celebrated on the fourth , Mole, fruits, arroz Thursday in November. This rojo (red rice), hot chocolate year, Thanksgiving is going to and dried fruit. Nancy Cruz be celebrated Nov. 24th. All dif- claims that they always have ferent cultures celebrate it in dif- ferent ways. to make extra food, because A typical American her whole family comes Thanksgiving has a huge feast over. The tamales either and families watch a lot of foot- have chicken, pork, or spicy ball. chicken. Madison Hauze states, “On Thanksgiving, I celebrate by having a meal around noon. Dominican Republic Then, I start decorating for Christmas, and In a Dominican then later that Thanksgiving, they night, I start Black eat rice, beans, and potato salad. They Friday shopping! I have the typical food, continue shipping Thanksgiving Traditions like Americans do. until the next day. I They sit around with eat mashed potatoes, turkey, corn, their whole family, by Maria Pauline and enjoy the meal. The adults stay up , haluski, and some bis- like and enjoy some wine until around cuits!” Thanksgiving Day is really a fun holiday with all the delicious food, midnight. Endy Santos visits his family, A lot like Madison, Nathan sports, and parades. Here is a list with some tips to help make you Thanks- and has a big dinner. His family comes giving Day even more fun and hassle free. from the Dominican Republic; his Do- Mckeown spends Make sure to wear your most comfortable pair of stretch pants. After minican family members bring food. Thanksgiving the eating all that delicious thanksgiving food I’m sure you will be thankful same way! “I go for that stretchy waist band. Watch one of the many football games either after you eat or while over my grand- you wait. If sports aren't your thing at all, then watch parades like the Poland mothers with the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade in NYC or the one in Philadelphia. Hunter Marzalek enjoys a Polish rest of my fam- At the end of the day, you should snuggle up on the couch with your ! Him and his fam- favorite blanket, and some hot chocolate to watch a holiday movie. After ily likes to enjoy all typical Thanksgiv- ily.” He watches all that eating, cooking, football, basketball and parade watching, you de- Hannah Matarella ing foods. He eats turkey, mashed football with his serve to just relax. potatoes, corn, stuffing, some haluski family, and Black and from his polish background, he en- For the Foodies! joys kielbasa. “Kielbasa is more of a Friday shops af- When you think of Thanksgiving, you think of and Pennsylvania thing”, he says. Kielbasa terwards! turkey, but not everyone has that for thanksgiving, surprising right? Across is a type of sausage from Central Eu- the country families celebrate thanksgiving and while the meaning of the rope. The Ecuado- holiday is the same, the interpretations of food are not. rian culture is a bit Someone with Mexican roots might put turkey in their tamales, or sometimes food traditions may have nothing to do with your culture like different than having lasagna as part of the meal. American culture. In Louisiana they have created something called the “turducken." It India Maria Pauline is a duck stuffed in a chicken stuffed in a turkey, three layers of stuffing Poul Chinga which all ends up stuffed inside of us. Another southern favorite is sliced In the Indian culture, Pranjal states that, “We or crumbled hardboiled eggs in their turkey . Satija says his Thanksgiving tend to wake up at noon and get One thing that is found across the country during the holidays are cranberries and ; however, they aren’t always made the is just like an American’s! ready, so that at 1 p.m. we can start same. In the south and Midwest, they make a cranberry salad, and in the cooking together. It’s pretty boring northeast they make cranberry sauce. The only difference is that In the New England states, some people have creamed onions , which until about 4 p.m. when people start is just a bowl in onions in a cream sauce. This is defiantly something you him and his family eat spicy showing up. At 5 p.m., the party won’t find many other places, so it’s probably the most regional Thanks- turkey. starts. Dinner starts at around 8 giving food out there; would you know what to do with a bowl of creamy onions? p.m., and desert is at 10. We talk and dance until around 1 a.m. We eat typically turkey, mashed pota- For the German culture, they start toes, pasta salad, rice, corn, and off the day by cooking very early. pumpkin pie. The adults enjoy some wine.” At 12 they call over all their fam- On Thanksgiving for the Ital- ily, and by 1 everyone has shown ian culture, Marcus Matz says they up. Around 3, they enjoy their ap- eat apple spaghetti. He enjoys petizers, and at 4 they eat their watching football with his family; main course, which is a typical the adults have Italian home-made Thanksgiving food with sausage. wine beverages. His mother makes Before they eat, everyone prays. a lot of pumpkin pies. He and his The last course is their dessert, family eat a fish course. they usually have Heavenly “The fish is for good luck!" he Cheesecake. For the rest of the claims. day, they sing and tell stories until 12am. Volume 7 Issue 2 'Tis the Season Page 3 High School Community Student Service Volunteers The Gift That Keeps Giving

by Nancy Cruz Photos by Sammi Wersinger The Laurel Mall is quiet now--but not for long as the Whether you’re looking for forever home also has a web- holiday shopping season kicks-off! hours for college or simply site you could go on to see wanting to volunteer, there are what you can do or also what Responder. DAT stands for Centre Trash pickup , Adopt- many options to do so. A few you could donate to the kids. ‘Disaster Action Team’. DAT A-Road, Adopt -A-Stream, places that you can volunteer This gives a chance for people volunteers respond to natural Adopt -A- Trail, Parks. To for community service are to help make a difference, disasters such as flooding, sign up, go to their online Nursing Homes, Animal make a contribution to the fires, power outages and website, www.stpetersepisco- Shelters, Red Cross, local community, and learn new many more in order to help palchurch.com . Overall there churches and also Brandon’s things. The American Red the victims. If this is some- are a lot of places to volunteer Nicole Dietrich said she like to volunteer because it's forever home. All of these Cross has many different vol- thing you would be interested in our community, whether good and it helps a lot you places have something you unteer opportunities that suit in, go to www.redcross.org to you are doing it for fun, or in your future. It also helps can do to help out. Brandon’s your specific interest. For sign up today. Saint Peters doing it for college. Start the people in need too. Forever Home is very popular example, you can volunteer church in Hazleton has plenty today! in Hazleton and other places. your time at blood drives. If of opportunities. For example, This amazing place is located blood isn’t your thing, you upcoming events that you can on Church Street. Brandon’s can sign up to become a DAT participate in are the Earth Thanksgiving Made Jobs for the Holidays by Sammi Wersinger

Easy By Students With the holidays quickly mention include Boscov’s, K-Mart, approaching, many students are Rue21, Dunham’s and others. Take short on money. Thankfully, there a walk around the Laurel Mall and by Sammi Wersinger are many new job opportunities at stop in some of these places and Joelle Marchese said she Believe it or not, Thanksgiving is right local businesses that are hiring for ask for an application! the holiday season. Many students Even if one is not interested in likes to volunteer to help around the corner.With all the havoc that prefer a holiday season job if they fashion, there are still other ways other people. She's privilege goes on in your mother’s, grandmother’s, are involved in fall and spring to make money. There are a variety and its nice to give back or other family members’ kitchens, one can make a great contribution to all the sports. It is a great way to be able of positions of available at and also to the community. work put into preparing the meal. to make extra money in order to Walmart who hire many employees Thanksgiving is a family event and every- buy Christmas presents for friends for Thanksgiving, Black Friday, one is encouraged to help in some way. and family without the full-time and Christmas shopping. Here are some recipes that are easy commitment. Also, many restaurants in the enough to be made by students and are This holiday season is the perfect local area are hiring for the upcom- sure to impress the guests and have them time to look for a new job and there ing busy season. Just one to men- asking for the recipe themselves! Take a is more than just the typical tion is Denny’s, who is hiring all look: cashier. If one is interested in fash- positions for all shifts. There are *Recipes compliments of ion and feels they would be great at many benefits to just having a part Allrecipes.com* customer service, there are many time job during the holiday season, clothing stores in the Laurel Mall where will you apply? that have “Now Hiring” signs dis- Parmesan Spinach Balls played in their windows. A few to 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 2 cups Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese ½ cup butter, melted 4 small green onion, finely chopped 4 eggs, lightly beaten Salt and Pepper to taste Josh Walper stated Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min that he likes to vol- 1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2.In a medium bowl, mix the frozen chopped unteer to help people spinach, Italian-style seasoned bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, butter, green onion, eggs, salt and and the community. pepper. Shape the mixture into 1 inch balls. 3.Arrange the balls in a single layer on a large bak- ing sheet. Bake in the preheated oven 10 to 15 min- utes, until lightly browned. Helpful tip: Make the night before and freeze

Strawberry Pretzel Salad 2 cups crushed pretzels 3/4 cup butter, melted 3 tablespoons of sugar 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened 1 cup sugar 1 (8 oz) container Cool Whip, thawed 2 (3 oz) packages strawberry Jell-O 2 cups boiling water 2 (10 oz) packages frozen strawberries 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees 2.Stire together crushed pretzels, melted butter, and 3 tablespoons sugar, mix well and press into the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish 4. Bake 8-10 minutes, until set. Set aside to cool. 5.In a large mixing bowl, cream together cream cheese Sebastian Rojas said he and 1 cup sugar. Stir in whipped topping, and spread mix- likes to volunteer because ture onto cooled crust. 6. Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Stir in still frozen Photo by Sammi Wersinger he knows that it helps the strawberries and allow to set briefly. When mixture is about people and it makes him the consistency of egg whites, pour and spread over cream Employment opportunities may exist at new stores, such cheese layer. Refrigerate until set. feel good about himself. as TJ Maxx, coming to the Laurel Mall. Page 4 Cougar Chit-Chat Volume 7 Issue 2 Friday or Black Friday Shopping 101 Monday: Survey Says... The Drama and the Downsides by Madison Hauze It is always good to keep your op- tions open. Whether it Do you know anyone who participates in this very chaotic is , event? For anyone who doesn’t know, “Black Friday” is known for taking place the day after Thanksgiving, noted as the first day Black Friday, or just of Traditional Christmas shopping since 1932 during which con- your average shopping sumers are physically drawn to great deals and major savings produced by retailers. day, make sure that In the past few years, major retailers have opened very you are aware of the early, even as early as Thanksgiving Day! This year this huge potential savings and shopping event will be taking place in some stores the night of Nov. 24, and the whole day of Nov. 25. Many people may cele- downsides to making a brate this day of getting their shopping on! And others leave the Gia Sloane holiday purchase, feedback of “It’s too crazy, and simply just not worth it.” The following students left feedback on this event. whether in the stores or Hannah Matarella stated, “I think that Black Friday is a online. very crazy day, but with really good deals. Usually my mom and I start the day off by going to Walmart together on Thanksgiving Hazleton Area High School VIPs were Day to get some early Christmas presents for family members.” asked about their shopping preferences dur- Taylor Sharp stated, “This is when stores get so packed ing the holiday season. Some like to get out it almost makes me not want to go out, Sometimes I go and sometimes I do not, and go on Black Friday, or even as early as Personally, I do not think it is worth the frustration.” Thanksgiving Day, while others like to wait it And lastly, Nathan Mckeown also stated, “I think that Black Friday is a very big rush of people who are just willing to out, shop on the Internet in their pajamas, or spend money and shop for Christmas, I think they have really not shop at all. Some wait until the very last good savings and if there is something you need that’s when to Photo pic-stitch by Madison Hauze minute and dodge out the day before Christ- go get it! Just hopefully you have patience.” One of the biggest themes for Black Friday every year is Interview respondents pictured left to right: Hannah Matarella, Taylor Sharp, Nathan McKeown, and Endy Santos. mas! seeing the ads and what each individual store has to offer. And So, adults and students were asked the the ads come early which is very good for customers! Because with happiness, excitement! what some students had to say about the Cyber Monday kickoff they can weigh their options, and some can even make shopping Another event that is very relative to Black Friday is this year! following questions: lists so they can hit each place. “Cyber Monday.” Cyber Monday is taking place on Nov. 28 this Endy Santos stated, “This isn’t something I would take Do you prefer to shop on Black Friday, A topic that has turned into a big deal and will turn into year. Cyber Monday is an event following Thanksgiving, and place in, previously I heard of a lot of scams happening during an even bigger deal when the ads come and the time arrives Black Friday. It is a promotion by online retailers providing the this event. Even though Black Friday is very crazy I believe it is Cyber Monday, or both? closer is that some stores are staying closed on Thanksgiving public with exceptional bargains. the better way to go! Using credit cards and other versions of What are you shopping for this year? Day. Many stores have taken their competition to a storm! Many Cyber Monday is simply not as bad to students as Black sending payments are very dangerous. And if you do, make sure Mrs. Gasser – “I’d rather shop on Black arguments, fights and disappointment leads from this day along Friday. Simply because it’s all by stores provided online. This is you use precautions!” Friday because it is a tradition with Mrs. Bur- rows and myself for 18 years. Mr. Turri has been tagging along for the past few years now. When my kids were little, we would shop for toys and gadgets, now we shop for clothes for our sons and items for ourselves.” Richelle Batista – “I prefer both Black Friday and Cyber Monday because either way would be helpful. If you don’t want to go to the store, you can just order online which is Deals and Steals great. What I am shopping for this year is clothing.” by Gia Sloane Monday is site crashes that can last as long as hours. Most sites offer free standard shipping on items, Sammi Wersinger – “I like Black Fri- If you are looking to purchase any new electron- which persuades the buyer to take the deal. Some people day more because it is totally crazy and so ics, you are guaranteed a price drop on Cyber Monday. may not be aware that standard shipping will take a lot much fun. I buy pretty much anything on sale. As you make our way through November, you The selection goes as far as TVs, phones, computers, longer for you to receive your purchase rather than 3 day You could sell me a bottle of water if you start to realize how much planning and shopping needs speakers, you name it. If you are wondering where ex- shipping or next day shipping. Due to the mass orders to be done in time for the holidays. Because of modern actly to purchase online at a discounted price, the stores from the store, there is an enormous amount of other peo- tried. “ are endless. Some stores that offer great deals are Best ple who also need their items as well. All of this results Nancy Cruz – “I like Cyber Monday day technology, shopping can be taken to a whole new level. Cyber Monday is a term for marketing that takes Buy, Amazon, Walmart, and Target. These deals include in a delay of the items actually arriving at your doorstep. more because you can find anything you want place on the Monday after Thanksgiving. This just might Ultra HD TVs, home theater systems, and so many more Another thing to keep in mind when Cyber Mon- online from little things to big things. If some- happen to be the only Monday that people are truly ex- gadgets. day shopping is thinking you are getting a deal when in cited about. If you are interested in shopping for clothing on- reality, you’re spending a lot more money. More often thing hasn’t come out in the store you can get line at a discounted price, some stores that are guaranteed than not, buyers will binge on all of the sales possible it on Cyber Monday. The prices are way On this millennial version of Black Friday, buy- ers can score amazing bargains on a variety of things to have a drastic drop in price are JC Penny, H&M, Vic- and end up spending a fortune on things they might not cheaper than what they are in store. I Cyber such as electronics and clothes. With prices being cut and toria’s Secret, and Bon Ton. Even if your favorite store even need. A lot of sales trick buyers into thinking it is Monday shop for shoes, clothes, and elec- items being greatly discounted, Cyber Monday makes it is not listed here, that does not mean that it is not avail- deal, but you end up spending more than what’s neces- an incredible time to shop. If able for discounts and deals on Cyber Monday. You can sary. Virtually, buying a bunch of items on sale is the tronics.” simply log into your computer and shop. It is vital to equivalent to buy a couple items at regular price. This The people interviewed are pictured Although Cyber Monday is simple, quick, and convenient, there also happens to be a few downsides Cyber Monday shop in a timely manner. More often than also has to do with being in competition with other below in clock wise order. and precautions that you should keep in mind when not, stores will sell out of items due to the drastic price stores. One store might make you spend more than you shopping. One of the most common downsides to Cyber change or deal. need to even though another store offers the better deal. November 2016 Furry Friends Page 5 Paws Helping Paws Shelter by Devon Gaydoscik Wishlist Devon Gaydoscik

Located on 101 North Popular Street, the Hazleton Animal Shelter is devoted to taking in lost or unwanted animals and finding them a *** = Most needed items nice, loving home. The workers and volunteers there are extremely dedicated and fortunately Hazleton Animal Shelter Wish List enough, one of them was willing to do an inter- • Clay Cat Litter *** view. • Dry Purina Kitten Chow Meet Victoria, a girl who did her senior • Dry Cat Food project at the shelter and now works there. She • Dry Dog Food & Dry Puppy Food was asked a variety of questions, so stick around • Canned Kitten Food if you’re interested in what a typical day is like • Canned Cat Food working at the shelter or advice for working with • Canned Dog & Canned Puppy Food animals! • Dog & Cat Treats What is a typical day like here? Victoria • Dog & Cat Beds said, "Busy, always busy and always different." • Dog & Cat Toys What is the hardest part about working • Collars/Harnesses/Leashes here? "Seeing the neglect and abuse that hap- • Hand Sanitizer pens." • Towels/Blankets/Sheets/Quilts *** Is there any advice you could offer to peo- Photo by Devon Gaydoscik • Stainless Steel Bowls ple who are interested in working or volunteering Visit the Hazleton Animal Shelter to volunteer time, adopt a pet, or drop off • Plastic Litter Pans here? "Start off with volunteering, see how you • Floor Cleaners/Mops/Brooms like it, and get a feel for it." donations. • Toilet Paper What is your favorite thing about working on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Satur- ing at the shelter. The shelter can get extremely • Paper Towels *** here? "Seeing the animals get adopted!" days. busy and any pair of helping hands would be wel- • Bleach *** Do you get attached to any of the animals Even if you aren’t able to take any of the come. Volunteers are normally required to be at • Office Supplies (Computer while you’re here? "You love them all, but when animals home, there are still ways you can help. least eighteen years of age, which is a perfect op- Paper/Pens/Paper Clips/Computer Ink Cartridges you see them get adopted you know they’re The shelter has an extensive wish list with items portunity for community service. It is important – Epson XL127 ) going to a better home." ranging from food, toys, and paper towels. To see to give back to the community and help in any The shelter also houses a number of the full wish list, check (describe area where it’s way you can. So why not give some loving, furry adoptable animals who are ready to go to good, located on page here.) friends some help down at the Hazleton Animal Note: Items such as Blankets, Sheets, Com- forters, etc can be donated used! loving homes. Adoption hours run from 1-4 p.m. Another way to help out is by volunteer- Shelter? Animals Have Feelings Animal Technology: Microchips! by Devon Gaydoscik show empathy. A prime example of this is the story of by Devon Gaydoscik of microchipping your pets. A mi- Hantu the German Shepherd, who took in a baby pos- sum. The baby possum was originally found along- crochip is the size of a grain of rice Have you ever come side the road with her dead mother, who had been run and is injected between your pet’s home after a long day only over by a car. From there, the possum was taken to a What if veterinarian which is where Hantu first met her. shoulder blades and can possibly to have your dog or cat your beloved pet rushing to the door to greet Wherever they go, the two are attached by the hip as save their lives. you? It can turn a terrible the possum has taken a liking to holding onto Hantu's dog went miss- day into a much better one fur. This story is a very significant one because it dis- If your pet happens to be plays so many human emotions and qualities such as ing? Or, worse all of a sudden, right? missing and is brought to a shelter, You're suddenly filled with love, friendship, and empathy. yet, someone joy and able to forget about Believe it or not, animals are also capable of a microchip can help identify them being heroes. There are countless stories of instances stole Fido inten- the stresses of the day. so their owners can be contacted. Well, it may surprise where a human was saved from a dangerous situation tionally...How Hantu and the baby you to know that your pet thanks to the help of an animal. Take the story of the It's Hip to Mi- Just think of how many un-mi- possum she befriended feels that exact same happi- diver Yang Yun, who was diving in an arctic pool would you find crochipped dogs and cats end up in ness that you do. Although when her legs suddenly cramped and she was unable crochip! him? Where animals may have a different way of showing it, they to make it back to the surface. Yun recalls not being shelters each year, and their own- do feel the same emotions that humans do. If you able to breathe properly and feeling like she was sink- would you begin? ers don’t even know about it. have your doubts then stick around because this arti- ing even further to the bottom which made her be- Your pet cat Snuggles always cle will give some prime examples of instances of an- lieve she was going to die. Just when she thought it Not only is it relatively pain- imals expressing their feelings. was all over, she felt a force underneath her, actually wanders and returns. But, this less, it can also lead to your pet liv- One of the most prominent emotions in Mila, a beluga whale who recognized what was hap- time, it has been overnight, and she life is the grief one feels after a loved one passes pening and helped Yang Yun make it back to the sur- ing a happier, healthier, and safer away. Believe it or not, elephants mourn their dead face safely. still hasn't surfaced. Roaming the Another instance of animals being heroes are life. Those lost or missing pets just like humans do. They've been known to gather neighborhood? Maybe...maybe around the bones of deceased elephants and caress the Salty and Roselle, two guide dogs who helped their spoken of in the beginning of the skulls with their trunks. In some instances, they even owners escape the World Trade Center during the not. 9/11 attacks. These stories are just some of the nu- article could have been found and buried the remains under nearby plants or brush. The Throughout the visit at the similarities between these elephant rituals and a tra- merous ones that prove that no matter their size and returned, if they were mi- ditional human funeral are undeniable. species, animals must be able to sense danger and are Hazleton Animal Shelter, one thing Another important emotion is the ability to capable of being loyal. crochipped. that stood out was the importance Give Them a Loving Home Here are some adorable dogs and cats that are up for adoption at the Hazleton Animal Shelter!

Zulu the White Chinampa the Sydney the Chimpy the Thor the Shepherd! Chihuahua! Female Cat! Male Cat! Male Cat! Cougar Chit-Chat 6 Presidential Politics November 2016 Hillary Clinton vs. Donald Trump by Kenny Jose Coto by Kenny Jose Coto

Hillary Clinton is the Democratic Donald Trump is the Republican candidate for the 2016 presidential election. candidate for this year’s 2016 presidential She is looking to become the first women to election. Donald Trump is a unique candidate; become president. Hillary Clinton, born on he is the only candidate to run with no kind of Oct. 26, 1947, is an American politician who political background. That would make him has served as the 67th United States Secretary the first celebrity to run for president. of State from 2009-2013, and the junior He is a celebrity, business man, and United States Senator representing New York television producer. He is also a very wise and from 2001-2009. wealthy businessman who happens to be a She was first lady of the United States self-made millionaire. He is the chairman and during the presidency of her husband Bill president of The Trump Organization, which Clinton from 1993 -2001, and First Lady of is the principal holding company for his real Arkansas during his governorship from 1979- estate ventures and other business interests. 1981, and again from 1983-1992. Trump has built office towers, hotels, casinos, Born in Chicago and raised in the golf courses, an urban development project in suburban town of Park Ridge, Illinois, Clinton Democratic Candidate Republican Candidate Manhattan, and other branded facilities attended Wellesley College, graduating in Hillary Clinton Donald Trump worldwide. 1969, and earned a J.D. from Yale Law School Trump was born and raised in NYC and in 1973. After serving as a congressional legal counsel, she moved to Arkansas and married received a bachelor's degree in economics from the Wharton School of the University of Bill Clinton in 1975. In 1977, she co-founded Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families. Pennsylvania. In June 2015, Trump announced his candidacy for president as a Republican She was appointed the first female chair of the Legal Services Corporation in 1978 and and quickly emerged as the front-runner for his party's nomination. became the first woman partner at Rose Law Firm the following year. Funding his own campaign has a huge impact on how he speaks. In a way, it helps As First Lady of Arkansas, she led a task force whose recommendations helped reform him because he touches topics people are afraid to talk about. That is what makes him a Arkansas's public schools, and served on several corporate boards. unique candidate. People want to know what he will say next. Hillary Clinton is viewed by some people as a liar because she has deleted emails on People are not sure if he is the right fit for a president. There is no question people a personal server. No one knows what those emails were about, but as recently as Sun., Nov. believe he can help the economy and lead America as a business. But as president, not just 6, Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, James Comey, submitted the last official leading the country as a business. The president is also dealing with foreign relations. correspondence regarding Hillary Clinton in which she was cleared of all criminal Donald Trump, in three decades, has had 4,095 lawsuits. He is notorious for yelling, wrongdoing. cursing out employees, and ultimately, firing them for making simple mistakes. Is Donald Will Hillary Clinton shatter the glass ceiling and make history on Tues., Nov. 8? Is Trump the right fit to be the next President of the United States of America? she the right fit for the next President of The United States? 2016 Election And the by Kenny Jose Coto Winner Is Donald trump won this This year’s election is an historical historical election becoming the election that people will be talking about 45th President of the United States. for many years to come. The two Trump did this by capturing major candidates, Hillary Clinton and Donald states such as Texas and Florida . Trump, are representative of the major Trump captured numerous parties, democrats and republicans. This states and their corresponding election is historical in so many different delegates--Texas 38, Florida 29, aspects; for instance, Hillary is the first Ohio18, Georgia 16 , North women to run for president. Carolina 15, Indiana 11, Tennessee Donald Trump is the only candidate in 11 , Missouri 10 , Alabama 9, the race with no political background. South Carolina 9, Kentucky 8, Hillary Clinton is a female Louisiana 8, Oklahoma 7, Democratic candidate running for Arkansas 6 ,Iowa 6, Kansas 6, president which means she may be the Mississippi 6, Utah 6, West first female president. This keeps opening Virginia 5, Idaho 4, Nebraska 4, doors for women. If she wins, this may Montana 8, North Dakota 8,South open the door for other females to run for Dakota 8,Wyoming 8. All of these president. Hillary Clinton has a political background; she was a U.S senator for combined earned him 244 electrical votes. New York (2001-2009), and she was the Illustration of Republican candidate and Democratic candidate secretary of state (2009-2013). Hillary Hillary Clinton won Clinton is receiving heat for deleting A face-off between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton is depicted in this California, the state with the emails of a private severer. This leads to image. largest number of electoral votes people questioning her loyalty with 52. Other states in which she political experience of any kind. foreign relations. questioning the fact if she honest. The fact was victorious include New York Which leads to ask if Donald People have a hard time trusting that she doesn’t want to talk about the 29, Illinois 20, New Jersey 14, Trump is elected president would he be Donald Trump because he says he has a emails delete brings the question of what Virginia 13, Massachusetts 11, the last celebrity to become president? new tax plan yet he refuses to release his was on those deleted emails. Maryland 10,Colorado Donald Trump campaign is founded by tax returns for the past eighteen years. Many people think they may have 9,Connecuit 7, Oregon 7, New his own money which means he answers Most see it as how can we trust someone jeopardized the country’s security and Mexico 5,Hawaii 4,Rhode Island to no one so he speaks freely and to the with a plan they don’t follow as a citizen. given away secrets. Many people see point. Notorious for speaking on topics This election is one that will be 4, Delaware 3, Washington D.C Hillary as a liar. most people want to hear about with no remembered regardless of the outcome. 3,Vermont 3. Giving her a total of Donald Trump is celebrity filter. Oftentimes, he says very offensive The first ever woman to be nominated 209. businessman and television producer the things whether it be to someone or a group president of the Unites States, and the first So, despite Hillary Clinton republican candidate running for president of people. ever celebrity to possibly be voted into winning the popular vote, Donald which makes him the first celebrity to run Many people question if he can office. History will be set Nov. 8, 2016. Trump will be sworn into the for president. This is different because lead this country, mainly because the Office of the President in January usually the candidates have a political country is not just a business. There are 2017. background. Donald trump has no past other responsibilities as president such as Cougar Chit-Chat Volume 7 Issue 2 Volume 7 Issue 2 John Fiolich Seekers of Service Plans on joining by Jordan Bircea

The military is looking to be a more common option for graduating seniors. According to the saving U.S. Army for college website, the past decade included a 5% in- crease in college tuition. There are many options when joining the military. When enlisting into the Armed Forces, there are several different branches you can join. Branches of the U.S military include; the Air Force, the Air Force Reserve, the Air National Guard, the Army, the Army Reserve, the Army National Guard, the Coast guard, the Coast Guard Reserve, the Marine Corps, the Marine Corps Reserve, the Navy, and the Navy Reserve. A student from the Hazleton Area High School was interviewed on becoming a United States soldier. John Fiolich replied, “Well I want to join the Army Rangers because I think it would be an honor- able experience. It’s like a mix of every other branch, you have to learn how to parachute out of planes, and I want to see if I can actually push myself to do it. I would also like to use my service as a way to further Photo Courtesy of George Brooks 2016 my education.” Leasia Smith is a student of HAHS who was The ASVAB can be taken for entry into all branches of the military . also interviewed on her interests of joining the mili- tary. “I want to join ROTC (Reserve Officers' Train- Leasia Smith the Air Force and I want to become a Pararescue spe- cational Aptitude Battery) that allows individuals to ing Corps) with the Navy. I want to do ROTC for a cialist. I would eventually want to further my educa- obtain a worthwhile career. The higher the score ob- couple of years and eventually join the Navy’s tion in the medical field." tained when taking the ASVAB, the more options band/chorus." With all of the hopes of having a great career there are when applying for a job. Tristin Buggy is another student from HAHS Plans on joining in the military, it is the ASVAB (Armed Services Vo- who wants to joined the armed forces.” I want to join U.S. Navy Military Benefits by Jordan Bircea

Joining the Armed Forces can be very rewarding, but it is upon the enlistee to take advantage of all the benefits provided. Many of the benefits include allowances such as a basic allowance for subsistence, Photo by Brandon Sneed Tristin Buggy military clothing allowance, and an over- Photo illustrating the American Dream, which is capable of being attained seas housing allowance. through military service. One of the most utilized allowances Plans on joining is the housing allowance. The housing al- with tuition assistance or fully paid tuition. degree and become an officer in one of the lowance gives qualified service members a Another way to get an education within the branches. College doesn’t have to be an im- sum of money to afford the cost of living military is to join an ROTC (Reserve Offi- mediate choice after graduation, because when not on base. cers' Training Corps) program with corre- after 3 active years in the armed forces the U.S. Air Force One major benefit of the military is sponding colleges. military will pay the entire tuition. it provides the opportunity to go to college There are a lot of colleges that have HAHS programs where you can obtain a college Three Hazleton Area Honoring Veterans by Jordan Bircea reaching and lifelong. Among those Volunteer organizations help to High School stu- struggles include physical issues as a improve the quality of life for all vet- result of combat, emotional or psy- erans by making sure they receive the dents were inter- Veteran's Day is a holiday giv- chological issues stemming from services they need and deserve. Any- viewed on their ing Americans the opportunity to combat and post-traumatic stress dis- one looking for an opportunity to do honor and celebrate the sacrifice order (PTSD), employment stuggles, some community service can reach plans to join three American soldiers give every day. family problems, and homelessness. out and specify a desire to help local Although Veteran's Day is its The Veteran's Administration assists veterans. branches, Army, own celebrated holiday, it is often with some of these issues, but wel- Veteran's Day is celebrated to confused with Memorial Day. The comes assistance from other agencies, honor those serving in the military Navy, and Air Force, difference between the two is that schools, and the community at-large. currently. Veteran's Day is celebrated of the United States Memorial Day is celebrated to honor There is always room for improve- on November 11th, so go out and those who have served and died in the ment to insure the well-being of those show support. Armed Forces fol- United States military. who have served and have given so Many do not realize that the much on behalf of all citizens. lowing graduation. struggles of veterans are often far- Page 8 Gaming November 2016 “Elder Scrolls V Skyrim” Special Edition Review

Bringing Back a Classic!

by Justin Vargas

On 11/11/11 was the date that many gamers remember as the day that the role playing game “The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim” was released. Skyrim was one of the most anticipated games of 2011 with shipping over 20 million copies within the first week. Then, on 10/28/16, the game A Screenshot from Xbox One by Justin Vargas studio Bethesda rereleased the An example of beauty from the remaster version of Skyrim game with updated graphics, textures, better frame rate, and the ability to apply mods to amazing and to make things bugs or glitches from happen- sole of choices. Ps4 can handle epic journey as the Dovahkiin. consoles. This remaster of even better, not only they ing, but many of are just like 1gb of mods, while the Xbox For $60, you can the remas- “Skyrim” is more for the con- remaster the original game, they were back in 2011 great One can handle 5gbs of mods. ter version of this great game sole players and less for the PC they even included the DLC and filled with adventure. The Many of the mods range from with all the DLC Dawnguard, players because PC players (digital license content). On game feels more alive with the adding more weapons to or Hearthfire, and Dragonborn, can already apply mods to consoles, the game runs native updates to it and the new added having Macho Man Randy don’t forget about mod support make the game look better than 1080p resolution and 60fps, textures. Savage as a Dragon. You can for consoles. If you’re a fan of the consoles. but the game looks completely One of the best features of even have Thomas the Train as Skyrim and have a current gen The game is the same as it different with the updated the update is the fact that con- a dragon or with the mods al system this should be an ulti- was five years ago, and that’s graphics. Many of the quests sole players now have the abil- you can have more story driv- mate pick up. have been updated to prevent ity to have mods for their con- en content to continue your Leap Into VR What VR Headset Is Right for You? by Justin Vargas

The way people game you. If you are looking for some- headset, tracking, and controllers. changes every day from playing thing cheap, and you own a Ps4, Then, for the main power- on your home console, PC, or PS VR is for you. The PS VR house VR headset, is the HTC phone. Now, the power of virtual starts at $400 with a resolution of Vive. The HTC Vive starts at $800 reality (VR) or other named VR 1920x1080 display, 120Hz, and with a resolution of 1080x1200, exists. with more than 50 games to come 2160x1200 pixels, and with a With VR, you can get new before the end of the year. It’s a whole library of games/programs. experiences that you have never basic VR headset it comes with For $800, you get the VR headset, gotten before; for example, space the necessities only, and you can motion tracking, and controllers. travel, visiting fantasy worlds, or use your Ps4 controller. In addi- The Vibe is expensive, but if experiencing a new activity. tion, there is a bundle that comes you’re willing to cough-up the People with disabilities can now with the camera and move con- extra cash for an amazing VR visit new parts of the world that trollers for $757.99. experience, then it's worth it. they couldn’t reach before. Also, Another VR headset is the At the end of the day, it with the power of VR, many peo- Oculus Rift starting at the price depends what you have in your ple have created programs to help $600 with a resolution of wallet but any of these VR head- A Picture from the Website Road Tour by Justin Vargas people with special needs. 2160x1200, 60Hz, 60fps, and over sets are great choices. The real question is what 100 games/programs. The Rift On the left, the Oculus Rift; middle HTC Vive; and, on type of VR headset is right for headset at default comes with the the right, the PS VR. Gaming Increases Communication Skills by Justin Vargas of using communication skills ing computers to see this program points added to their grade. skills. Other games like effectively, but others struggle to could work. Teachers saw improvements with- "Destiny," "Overwatch," "League have the courage to speak to oth- The main game that schools in the students as they spoke more of Legends," "Dota 2," "Smite," In modern, fast-paced ers, present in class before a have been using is "Minecraft," a with each other as they try to sur- "CSGO," and "Battleborn" allow workplaces, many employers group, or are afraid to speak their survival/crafting game. vive. Students build villages, for the same type of increased demand that their employees have minds in general. Schools put students in houses, and farms to survive. communication skills. good communication skills. Many Some schools have imple- groups, and they see how long can They learn the importance Games not only help with schools have attempted to make mented the idea of having video they survive in the virtual world. of communication and staying as communication skills; research students prepared to use commu- games in the classrooms to help It’s basically like those survival a group so no one dies in the has proven that gaming can help nication skills in the classroom. build up communication skills. TV shows, and the winning team game. Not just in "Minecraft" you the mind to think and solve prob- Some students get the hang Some schools have bought gam- in the class can get extra bonus can improve your communication lems more quickly. November 2016

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MLB World Series Chicago Cubs vs Cleveland Indians by Raul Geronimo as the Indians cranked up their defensive line. The Cubs could not come up with a strategy to win Game 3 to surpass the Indians spot on defense. The 2016 Major League Baseball In game 4 the Indians defeat the Cubs World Series is happening now! The 7-2 to go up in the series by 2 games. Jason Chicago Cubs face the Cleveland Indians in Kipnis hit a three run homer in Game 4 to what is looking to be a dream series. The close out their win against the Cubs. Chicago Cubs coming out of their regular Game 5 in favor of the Chicago Cubs season with an impressive 103-87 record and as they claim victorious against the the Cleveland Indians with their record of Cleveland Indians on Sunday night in 94-67 to enter the world series. Chicago at the Wrigley Field. Joe Maddon Both teams chase their long term goal bringing out Aroldis Chapman from the to be World Series champions. With game 1 Bullpen in the 7th inning for the first eight out of the bag, the Indians started with a out save of his big league career. shut-out defeating the Cubs 6-0, taking In Game 6, the cubs undeniably tying Game 1 and opening the postseason to a the series as they win 9-3. First batter Kris solid start. Game 1 winner has taken the title tying Bryant starting it off with a crushing in the last six years. Game 2 of the World home-run to left off Josh Tomlin to get the Series, the Chicago Cubs claim victory in a first two runs of the game. As the night 5-1 win against the Cleveland Indians. The finished with the cubs up 6 runs in the last Cubs even the series in their quest to end inning they take game 6 force a game 7 for their 108-year title drought. the World Series champion. Former head coach of the Tampa In what was an emotional night, the Rays, Joe Maddon, in his second year Chicago Cubs win the World Series. What managing the Chicago Cubs is heading into was a very hard fought game the Cubs finish the World Series. Joe Maddon has a different in the 10th inning with the score 8-7. The game plan starting with the pitching and in Cubs started off with a 5-1 blowout. The the outfield. In that outcome, the Cubs take Cleveland Indians determined to not give up Game 2. came back by the 7th inning tying the game Coming out of Hazleton, Joe Maddon 6-6, but it was the Cubs who came out on is sky rocketing as an MLB manager top. Congratulations Cubs and Joe Maddon! representing the city. He has also won the Courtesy of The Daily World 2016 National Manager of the Year award in 2015. In what was a tight game, the Indians Kluber bats while Miller pitches to the Indians. defeat the Cubs 1-0. A very defensive game

out of the house to have a fun time. Western State Colorado University. The games are the flag version so However the idea of powderpuff truly it is almost certain there won’t be any took off during the end of World War II Powderpuff serious injuries. Girls who never played a when there was not enough males school sport have the opportunity to enrolled into schools due to the draft and show their competitive nature, and last the homecoming season coming up. but not least, take countless pictures and When one thinks about homecoming, it’s flood them onto their social media impossible to forget football, so the girls accounts. took initiative and set up a football game 2016 With the exception of the last topic with female players, which we know by Josh Capriotti the pigskin, while the boys cheered them mentioned, powderpuff is a great way to today as powderpuff. on with a cringe-worthy attempt of being bring the graduating class together. So This year, "Beauty and the Blitz" cheerleaders. where did this all originate from? Who took the win over "Victorious Secret" in Hazleton Area High School's With the football season coming was the first school to start this the powderpuff game for the Class of version of Powderpuff is a great idea; to an end, another group of players powderpuff? While it isn’t clear where 2017. The two teams were coached by everyone agrees on it. The money usually recently took to the grid iron. However, the first game of powderpuff took place, the HAHS' football team captains, goes towards charity, and it gets people this time, it was the girls tossing around an old legend tells that it was played at Carson Kinney and Travis Kostyal. Here's to College Hoops by Raul Geronimo through the season to be 1 game away from the championship. Onto the championship with the last 2 absolute best teams in Division 1 Set to begin in November, the Men’s basketball. The Villanova Wildcats were the NCAA season is near. After recruitment, the 2015-2016 NCAA champions in what was Division 1 teams are looking pretty tough. in an emotional journey to the top of the With the Villanova Wildcats and the Duke mountain. Blue Devils, competitive rivalries are set. Fans, of course, want to be involved. People say that men’s college So, they get their bracket paper and try to basketball is better than the NBA because guess their bracket--what teams will it’s more competitive and full of heartfelt ultimately win in route to the emotion, especially when the championship championship. Extravagant prizes await tournament is near. Going from the 64 team those who are either skilled or lucky at tournament, to 32 along the way, to the these predictions. sweet 16 with only that many teams left. Pitts Sports Blather Finally, almost ending the season at the elite 8 tournament and on to the final 4--the four 2016-2017 NCAA season team logos depicted. best teams that have fought their way Page 10 Cougar Chit-Chat Volume 7 Issue 2 Inspiring Influential Individuals by Daniel Werkeiser respond to the following survey ask- strong opinions. She also states that good speeches, and is very smart. ing, who do you think is the most in- he’s a good rapper. Kristina person- Toni personally likes her because she fluential celebrity right now, why, do ally likes him because he’s married understands the importance in the so- Celebrities and athletes are you like or dislike them, why. to Kim Kardashian. cial issues of today, and she helps a great influences in the America of The first student to take the Noah Kerrick’s favorite inspi- lot in communities today. They sponsor products, make survey was Carlos Cintron. He rational person is his dad, because he The final person who was their own clothing lines, and even thought DJ Khaled was the most in- helps him with problems and is one asked survey questions was Cougar’s support each other’s brands. These fluential celebrity right now, because of the wisest people he knows. He Cornerback/Safety, David Smith. He people are just like everyone else, in he gives good advice. He wasn’t sure says of course he loves his own dad believes Carson Wentz, Philadelphia some cases a little more athletic, or if he liked him or not because he because he has always been there for Eagles’ Quarterback, is the most in- have a lot of money. For the most feels as if Khaled is hypocritical. him. fluential person because he gets his part, these influences promote them- Another student, Kristina Toni Mercado, a hard working job done. This is a major reason why selves, products, and products they Romero, picked a musician as an in- student, took part of the survey. She David likes him and he also believes support through social media. fluential person. She picked Kanye believes Michelle Obama is the most Wentz is the future of the NFL. Some students were asked to West, because he’s “ok” and has influential person, because she gives

Dress HAHS Kicks: Just Do It by Daniel Werkeiser To Impress Students and faculty have big interest in their shoes. From Mr. Petrone wearing by Daniel Werkeiser dress shoes to students wearing Nike Foam- posites, everyone has shoes, which represent In the world of today, “Dress to Im- them and their style. press” is a popular saying. This shows the Shoes can bring a whole outfit together. harsh reality that there are people who will They can accent a color and represent some- judge other people for what they wear and how they look. Walking down the halls of thing you enjoy. Some people purchase col- HAHS there are kids with brand name and lectible shoes and then sell them later for more classy clothes. The real question is—does money. Certain shoes even have graphics on a student have to wear name brand clothes them, like Vans with Disney characters. to look “good”? Photo taken by Daniel Werkeiser They can have clothes that can meet Same with clothing, just because a pair Joseph Farkus' vibrant Jordan Retro Infrared 6s their style, look good, and still cost half of shoes are expensive doesn’t mean they will the price as name brand clothes. Brand fit your style. People in the NBA influence a name clothes are great, but if people can- not afford them, it is not a bad thing. This lot of younger adults’ style with Jordans, is a public school, so there are people of Nikes, and Adidas. Shoes like Vans, other all different incomes. No one should be Nikes’ have skaters and other X-game partic- ashamed and no one should make a per- ipants representing them. son feel bad if they cannot afford certain things. The following students were asked the Clothes are a means of self-expres- following questions about their shoes, sion. People can wear certain clothes to “What’s the name of your shoes?”; “Where’d leave an impression, but no one wants to you get them?”; “Why’d you get them?”; be judged. Some ways of self-expression with wearing clothing is the “Stop the Si- “Did anyone inspire you to get those shoes?” lence” shirts HAHS was selling last year, The survey’s first taker was Joseph “Black Lives Matter” shirts that show sup- Farkus. He was wearing Jordan Retro Infrared port for the Black Lives Matter Move- ment, and even the “K-9” shirts Hazleton 6s. When asked where he got his Jordan’s he Police Department sells that can show said he ordered them off of Flight Club. He your support for the community. said he got them because they are fine, and he Photo taken by Daniel Werkeiser One reason students and people can enjoys the finer things in life. He spent a Rachell Castro's warm Uggs possibly wear what they wear are role models, people like athletes, models, and pretty penny on these shoes. Joseph said he other public figures. There are many dif- didn’t follow trends and stays in his own lane, ferent types of clothing, the main differ- meaning no one inspired him to get his shoes. ence are men’s and women’s clothes. For Another student participant was Rachell male students, and other young people, a few people they may look up to are ASAP Castro. She was wearing her Uggs that she or- Rocky, Leonardo DiCaprio, Zac Efron, dered from the official Ugg website. She got Jaden Smith, and even Justin Bieber. them because she thought they were cute, and Young female students may look up to Ar- iana Grande, Kylie Jenner, Lana Del Rey, she also stated that all her friends have them Jennifer Anniston, and even Selena so she was inspired by them to get Uggs. Gomez. These young role models all dress The final person to part take in the sur- very differently but still influence people’s vey was Lisandro Custodio. He had on Adi- style. Some of them do not even wear name brand clothes. das Super Stars’ 3’s. He went all the way up to So wearing name brands does not the Allentown Mall to get them. Lisandro mean a person has automatic style. Wear wanted them because everyone else had them; clothes that fit your style, that express a person who inspired him to get those Adi- Photo taken by Daniel Werkeiser your personality, and are modest yet still Lisandro Custudio's black and white Adidas Super Stars' 3's “slay.” das was Spanish musician Quimico. November 2016 Metal on the Mind Page 11 Policy Must Prevail Workplace Tattoos & Piercings by Andrew Whitesall

In business attire and ready and piercings, and apply to a fam- a business. for that interview? Well, one thing ily friendly store or restaurant, you The same applies to schools that may hurt your chances at get- may or may not be hired because that enforce these rules. Just imag- ting that job is your piercings and of them. Friendly or not, that flam- ine your reaction to having a or tattoos. Believe it or not, ing skull on your arm will most teacher that was covered in graph- employers look for revealing tat- likely scare kids or offend parents ic tattoos and multiple piercings. toos or piercings in an interview. of those kids. Even a harmless Some may agree and some will One huge question the drawing of a cat is up for question. obviously disagree with this poli- employers ask is, “Can we trust You may ask “Why is this cy. this person working here?” This is so?” Well, the fact of the matter is All in all, policy works, a double-edged sword with this that businesses have policies set in unless the employees do not fol- one though. You can be the most place. These policies keep them low it for whatever reason. An trustworthy person your friends running smoothly; for example, if explicit picture or nose ring breaks and family know before this inter- you are frequently late for work, this, so if you do get a piercing or view, but to the person conducting this disrupts work and money “tat”, finding an appropriate place it, you are judged after walking in flow. A policy is set in place to get for it may be your best bet. Follow the room. This is rightfully so in rid of the bad apples of a business. the rules and one day, you may be Photo taken by Mark's Tattoo's certain aspects of course. A liability to a business can hurt it, able to make your own. Mark's Tattoo artists practice drawing while not busy. If you have visible tattoos therefore policies are necessary in

of having graphic images and or objectifying women on their covers. You cannot argue that because some obviously do. Social Stigma Once again if this gives your impression of all the bands, you are sorely mistaken. Avoiding an entire genre because of your religion or with Metal schedule is one excuse, but in order to get into anything you must keep an open mind. Being open and con- Don't Judge a Band structive about your critiques help you get into anything and above all, become a better per- by Its Cover son. Those who refuse to do so by Andrew Whitesall forget that this is exactly how they got into their preferred taste in music. Another method There has always been a For example, if you heard the is by listening to something substantial amount of hate for name of a band called constantly when you do not those who associate them- Megadeth, with no back- realize it. Either on the bus to selves with a group known as ground of rock or metal, school or in your car going to Photo taken by Andrew Whitesall “metal heads.” Starting from (because rock gets the same work, you may get a sense of Megadeth Live at 's Sands Hotel. Dave the beginning, metal was noto- treatment) you would think it déjà vu and remember a cer- rious for its very unique feel is a band all about war or death Mustaine plays a guitar solo on stage. tain song after listening to it compared to its older brother, in general. In reality, the name can get a little rowdy at times The moral of the story is constantly. also known as rock. is nothing more than some- but it is crucial that you think that anything and everything Lastly, one common In the 70’s, bands like thing that stuck because the of what YOU would do while you do is judged. Whether it be stereotype of the “Metal Black Sabbath and Judas Priest band thought it was good at the attending one. In a crowd, you you or someone else, it will Heads” is that most are per- gained immense fame for this time. Other than that, they get a sense of anonymity; it happen, so why not be con- ceived to be “uneducated” or very new genre. However the mainly revolve their songs happens to everyone. One structive about it and make “simpleminded.” If you have famous, they still draw up crit- around politics and the like. moment you are walking into yourself a better person by try- ever gone to or watched a con- icism. Don’t get this idea Another thing that ties an event like the sane individ- ing new things with an open cert on the Internet, you may wrong, criticism is a good in with judging by a bands ual you are, the next, you are mind. have noticed people trying to thing, but judging before lis- cover, is their actual album screaming your head off to crowd surf or becoming intox- tening is not very constructive. covers. Metal is indeed guilty your favorite song. icated. You have to admit, it

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They simply It is not always intended, but some- make a change in their society and prevent Program.” Last year some faculty members just want to put students on to the first step one’s feelings may be hurt in the process. these things from happening to further gen- were trained to recognize students who may to the right path. Maybe they are having a bad day and that erations to come. Little steps can go a long have signs of a person struggling with emo- Anxiety Worrying You? by Faith Elko and The impact of little details, such as kind- have anxiety. Test anxiety impacts more students vidual student. A relaxation technique helps stu- ness, can make a huge difference in someone’s than teachers may realize. Alternate ways to test dents to be more confident on test day. Breathing Taylor Sharp day. If you or anyone you know is struggling with our students’ skills and knowledge should be uti- exercises help you become more confident on test anxiety and depression there are multiple steps to lized. day. Breathing exercises help you become more How much do you really know about anx- out there to help. Counseling can be a major help, Adults often seem to think if a student is doing able to relax and focus on the task at hand. Get iety and depression? That anxious feeling one or even something such as hotlines. poorly on tests that the student is not making an plenty of sleep the night before a test and don’t may get when something happens in their life, or Something that is becoming to be very pop- effort. They may believe that the student did not forget to eat and drink. sometimes when nothing even happens at all may ular is teens helping teen’s hotlines. There are study. Students that suffer with test anxiety can Students begin to stress at an earlier age not seem like a big deal to some, but for others it many different hotlines out there with the same most often study long hours and put much work about their future. They are worried about what could be part of their struggle that they have to overall goal, it is just up to you to find the one into their education, but when it comes time for a college they want to attend, what career they deal with on a daily basis. Twenty-five percent that helps you in the best possible way. The best test, usually test anxiety hinders their perform- want to pursue, and just the fact of becoming an have teenagers of suffered from anxiety at some thing to know when going through this is that you ance. adult. Our futures are always unclear, and with point during their lives, and 11.2 percent suffer are not alone. There are so many people that care It is unfortunate for these students that their that come fear of failure in achieving goals. Wor- from major depression. about you and willing to help you, you just need anxiety may expand over time. Some students say ries about the future are normal, but if they are Most people know basic things about de- to accept their help and let them. It is never a bad that they are unable to think clearly while they holding you back, don't be afraid to talk about pression and anxiety, but unless this is experi- thing to ask someone for help especially in a sit- are taking a test. The fact that these students are your worries and concerns. Again, if the anxiety enced firsthand, you will never truly know how it uation like this. Never be afraid to reach out to a nervous reduces their problem-solving skills. level is high, do not be afraid to seek counseling. feels to suffer from this. The person that may friend, guidance counselor, or teacher that you This problem leads to low self-esteem, reduced You will not be the first one to walk through the seem the strongest to you can be the one going confide in. motivation, and disengagement from school. door. through the toughest times battling the worst Specific types of anxiety exist too; taking Communication is key, so that adults may demons so be kind and smile more. tests can be difficult, especially for those who better understand what is going on with an indi-