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Volume XIV, Issue II Musselman High School, Inwood, WV November 2016 Leaders of the school by Leah Ratliff freshmen There are several year, very important leaders in followed this school who are underap- by Anna preciated or not well known: Miller their your class officers. The class sophomore officers here at Musselman year. Jake High School are responsible did have for leading their class during a bit of an Apple Barrel Store: spirit weeks, setting positive advantage examples and being people They hold a crucial role to this spirit week because he that students can go to. ensure that everyone is partic- Open for business knew how things would go. He Being a people person, ipating and active in school. by Kyrstin Murphy most popular items sold over knew what he had to do to get a people pleaser, and a go-get- “Thoughtfulness,” The Apple Barrel the year are the blue raspber- his class to participate and do ter are several qualities officers according to senior Treasurer Store is located in the MuHS ry slushies and the famous their best. A second place finish possess. Jonni Jose, is another import- cafeteria, and it is ran by Mrs. brownie cookies. at the fall pep rally is definitely Freshmen Class ant characteristic to be a good Glennetta Meadows, her mar- Sydni Eggleton, a doing their best! President Cade Miller thinks officer. You have to think of keting class and the club she junior and a current Apple Anthony Abrahmaian’s that having an “energetic, others first. At the busiest of runs called DECA. The Apple Barrel employee, said, “Work- first year as Sophomore Class outgoing, kind, and respectful” times, you still have to make Barrel Store is always happy to ing in the store is a great way President went very well personality is key. It is Cade’s sure your class and peers see new faces. to interact with other students for him. Along with his new first year in high school, and are taken care of, especially The Apple Barrel was in a simulated work environ- officers, Anthony managed to he is class president. Being a during Spirit Week. first opened in 1998, and it is ment.” pull off a 3rd place finish at the freshmen officer does have its As Senior class pres- still a popular destination for If you are a part of DECA or fall spirit week. No sophomore difficulties because you have ident, I agree with Sam in his many Applemen today. The any marketing classes, it is slump for them! Way to go! no idea how the school runs. statements. Being a caring managers, Anelise Robertson, mandatory to work the store “Being a good class It’s your first year in high person is most important Autumn Delinski and Adri- to get a grade. DECA is a club officer takes the ability to school but you are still expect- when leading others. You anna McDonald, were chosen provided by the school. DECA communicate. That’s a huge ed to know how to do things. want them to follow your after being interviewed by for- “prepares emerging leaders key,” said Stephens. I think Miller pulled off his first fall example. I really feel that I mer Apple Barrel employees. in high school/college around we all know that Jake has the spirit week well, along with have the best officers. With Every morning dozens the globe,” said Mrs. Mead- presidency idea down pat! his officers Lindsay O’Shea, Sam, Jonni, and Vice Presi- of cookies are made by Mrs. ows. With his officers Haley Shel- Kenley Campbell, and Janaia dent Hannah Sborz, as a class Meadows’ marketing classes. Come and visit the ton, Hillary Liskey, and Doran Fargo. Way to go freshies! we can accomplish anything. Slushies are mixed and put store, get your favorite treats Gallagher, the group of Junior To be a class officer, it I feel very successful with in the machines to chill. On and even consider asking class officers are a great group is important that you have a them by my side, especially Tuesdays, the Apple Barrel about DECA if you want to be of students that lead their peers good reputation. Good exam- throughout some of the most sells nachos to all lunches. The involved. well. ples here are set by positive hectic times, such as Spirit Senior Secretary Sam students. “Being a class officer Week. Dove finds it important to lead is important because we are Your class officers re- In This Issue: in a positive way as well. “It what people think of when ally do their best to make this is important to have leaders of they think of that class,” said school more efficient, spirited, School News - Pgs 2 & 3 Sports - Pgs 8 & 9 our class so we can be a strong Junior Class President Jake and friendlier. The officers are class with a good atmosphere.” Stephens. the glue that keeps the classes Dove sure is right. Here at Local/World - Pgs 4 & 5 Editorials - Pg 11 This year was not together. Musselman High Musselman, we have great stu- Jake’s first time at the rodeo. School is a family with these dents representing their class Jake was class president his Entertainment - Pgs 6 & 7 Fun Page - Pg 12 in an extremely positive way. amazing officers in the mix. November 2 Cider Press School News Grade A stress by Ashley Rickard October 24, 2016- 1st nine weeks ended October 28, 2016- Report Cards were issued

As report card dates neared, stu- dents panicked trying to get their grades up. Thoughts of just getting a “D” or “C” to pass shouldn’t be your goal. New paintings

Here are some tips/procedures to prepare you for your next report card: cheer up the hallways Check your engrade and see what you are by Bonnie Bailey missing. Here at Musselman High School, we have added new paintings around to make the school more Get information of the next due date for report cards/midterms. cheery, friendly, and welcoming. Student council leaders, along with the help of art teachers, stayed after Tutoring after school (guidance has sched- school to help paint these marvelous works of art. ules for tutoring times). One of the paintings is in the boy’s locker room; it was done by one of our Health teachers, Mi- Study during commercials while watching chael Mott. The mural states, “Play like a Champion Today.” It is painted like graffiti in our school colors: television. kelly green, red, and white. He painted this to inspire the boys to do better. Check with your teachers about extra credit or making up missing assignments. “When they see this, it will motivate them to do their best,” said Mott. Manage your time by setting aside time and Inside the boy’s bathroom, by the cafeteria, there is another great painting of the American flag. days for study time without distractions. Leadership seniors Chloe Nelson, Karli Jenkins, and Cassie Greenfield devoted their after school hours to create this festive painting. “I check my grades on Engrade every The paintings around the school give us a sense pride for our school. These are images that will week and when I see something missing, I check with my teachers,” said junior Kristen be seen for generations to come. Cohernour. “After school I schedule my time around studying and free time. Don’t wait last minute to rush in grades; it will cause more stress.”

Teachers will offer their help as much as they can, so don’t be afraid to ask. En grade also has options for you to message your teachers so you can tackle the task at the moment. Experiment with dif- ferent methods to study and keep track of schooling. “I highlight what I should study for concepts I can’t grasp,” said junior Abigail Wilt. Remember that everyone is different, so one option that works for someone else may not work for you. Renaissance cards are your reward for great attendance and impeccable grades. Be proud to be a part of the Appleman family! November 3 Cider Press School News Your 2016 Applemen Homecoming Court by Rachael Ratliff Calling all royalty! Musselman High School’s fall homecoming had a great group of amazing men and women on the court this year. The court was voted on by all students here at Musselman. Princes and princesses from each grade were selected, as well as the 12th grade Homecoming Court. Your homecoming royalty were as follows:

Freshmen Prince: Cyrus Murray Princess: Mary Bishop

Sophomore Prince: Daniel Barney Princess: Kaylee Uppercue

Junior Prince: Shane Burress Princess: Haley Musselman

Senior Court Boys: TJ Kidwell Latrell Warr Liam Cafferky Kohl Clark Girls: Kiersten Franks Leah Ratliff Victoria Stec Adrianna McDonald

A huge congratulations goes out to our Homecoming Senior King Cam Stephens and Queen Blair Lewis! The win- ners from the Senior Court were announced Friday night at the football game. Unlike last year, the weather held out and al- lowed all royalty to walk on the field along with their escorts. Blair and Cam were all smiles when they were an- nounced winners. “Cam and Blair really did deserve it. They’re great people and it was a big honor to be on the court this year with all these friendly and wonderful people,” said senior court member Leah Ratliff. The weekend was wrapped up at the Homecoming Dance Saturday night when the court was announced along with the king and queen as everyone slow danced at the end. Congratulations to all court members! You all really did look amazing, both at the Homecoming game and dance! November 4 Cider Press Local/World News Harambe the beautiful by David Robertson treated the boy like his own and protect- Harambe has truly touched us ed him. The zoo officials then shot the all in some way. Whether you expressed gorilla because they were scared for the it with a tweet, Facebook post, an online well-being of the boy. blog post, or just texting with your friends Many people have different about it, everyone had some sort of opin- opinions on if they should’ve shot ion on the killing of Harambe. Whether Harambe, and everyone is entitled to you thought the mother was at fault, or his or her opinion. Many gorilla experts the zoo, it is all up for debate. said the killing of Harambe was justified Harambe was born on May 27, because a gorilla’s life is not worth a 1999 at Gladys Porter Zoo in Brownsville, young boy’s life. Harambe’s gorilla spe- Texas. He was moved from the Gladys cies is also endangered, so this definitely Porters Zoo in 2014 to the Cincinnati Zoo frustrated people and brought tears to for mating purposes. On May 27, 2016 it people’s eyes. was Harambe’s 17th birthday. He was a Many Musselman students feel playful giant and loved to show off for the strongly about Harambe. Junior Jacob guests of the zoo. However, the next day, Northcraft said, “Harambe is #1 in the May 28th, would be the friendly giant’s zoo and #1 in our hearts.” last day. Senior Tanner Felton also said, At 4:00 pm, a 3 year old boy “Harambe was more than just a gorilla. climbed into Harambe’s enclosure and fell He was a modern day icon.” and into the moat and into the home of Everyone loves Harambe, and Harambe. Harambe went to see what was he has become one of the most famous going on when he saw the boy. Immedi- memes in 2016. The immortal Harambe ately his gorilla instincts kicked in, and he will live in all of us forever. November 5 Cider Press In the News Putting the thanks in Thanksgiving by Emma Pratt

Thanksgiv- ing is the one time out of the year when millions of Americans can enjoy contemplat- Feel free to fall for fall ing what they’re by Te’a Michael thankful for over It’s that time of year again, folks! There are turkey, stuffing, and that good old weekends, breathing fresh air, laughter, tons of things to do during the fall time. There’s sweet potato surprise. Many families a bed to sleep in, sunshine, the kind- hunting, hiking to see the leaves change colors, have their own special traditions for ness of strangers, the first amendment, haunted houses, pumpkin patches and more! saying their thanks, whether it be rainbows, the ability to learn, and yes, Senior Bella Dusing said her favorite fall ac- simply going around the dinner table, even your parents. tivity was carving pumpkins “because I love hold- or writing it down and putting it into a There’s so much to be thankful ing knives.” Dusing also said that Fall makes her hat to guess who is thankful for what. for, but only one day to celebrate it. feel spontaneous and that it is a time for change. Nevertheless, nearly everyone has Be sure to turn off the Charlie Brown Dusing does not enjoy hunting because she is an something or someone in their life that Thanksgiving special or football game animal rights activist. Her favorite Fall family they’re especially thankful for. and set aside that plate of pumpkin pie tradition is a scarecrow competition to see who can A few fellow Musselman High this Thanksgiving and really ask your- make the scariest scarecrow. School students certainly weren’t self what it is that you’re truly thankful A local pumpkin patch you can visit around afraid to share what they’re feeling for. Whatever it is that you’re planning here is Orrs Farmers Market off of Arden Nollville grateful for this year. on doing on November 24th, don’t Road. Go out, pick a pumpkin and treat yourself to “I’m super thankful for all the forget to proclaim what you’re thankful some baked goods! kind, caring people in my life who I for! Hiking is another popular thing to do in the know will always support me no mat- Fall time. A good place to hike to see the leaves ter what,” junior Kaitlyn Poling said. change colors is Maryland Heights in Harpers Fer- “I am thankful for being able ry. to go to such a great school!” junior Freshman Maryssa Michael said that she Kelsey White weighed in. enjoys going to haunted houses in the fall. She said Senior Lindsey Payton is thank- the Field of Screams in Pennsylvania was her favor- ful for something slightly different, ite haunted attraction to go to. however. “I’m thankful for ranch “Being scared gives me such an adrenaline dressing at lunch. Without it, I really rush I adore,” said Michael. don’t know where I’d be in life.” There are tons of ways to enjoy the Fall sea- That’s not all to be thankful for! son! Go out and enjoy this beautiful time of year! According to lifehack.org, some things you should be thankful for include: November 6 Cider Press School News The scoop on Grey’s Anatomy by Allie Hudson Murder and The Catch. If you have never heard of the If you are faint hearted and can’t television drama Grey’s Anatomy you stand the sight of bloody scenes, then haven’t even began to live yet. this is definitely not the show for you. In The plot of the show is a med- this show it is also not surprising to have ical-based drama centered around as- one of your favorite characters killed off. piring surgeons and how the personal If you can get past that, the show has and professional lives of these five sur- a really good plot and is really easy to geons plays out through the seasons. It follow. also shows the development of the five In my opinion Greys Anatomy acquaintances’ relationships leading up is one of the most well directed and to them creating a bond that all of them scripted medical based shows that I have have never experienced before. watched. One of the ways that they make Shonda Rhimes is the produc- sure that all of their medical techniques er, writer and author of this television and lingo is right is by having a certified show and basically the leading every- medical person on set to make sure they thing when it comes to content that is are pronouncing words right and using put into the show. Besides this show the words in the right way. she has also served as the executive All in all I highly recommend producer of the ABC television series this television show. The most anticipated seasonOff the Map, How to Get Away with yet of The Walking Dead by Katelyn Housley Previously on AMC’s The since the beginning and have Walking Dead, season 6 left off gotten attached to certain char- with a major cliff hanger. Not acters. 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November 11 Cider Press Editorials Cell phone addiction a real thing The Cider Press - Presidential Election Poll by Jacob Bowen When people normally hear “cell phone addiction” they don’t take it as a real addiction, just something people use to describe someone who really enjoys their phone. But it’s so much more. We live in an age where phones have come from tools to a physical part of us. According to Jonathan Block from Psychiatry Advisor, many people who lose their phones for more than 20 minutes can start to experience effects similar to drug withdraw, includ- ing some pretty serious anxiety. We are so used to being connected to every part of our world around us, and the thought that something is happening can make someone feel unsafe. From personal experience, I can say that in a class where I have to put my phone away, it can make me extremely uncomfortable. According to the Huffington Post, we spend anywhere between 4.5-7 hours touching technology a day. Imagine what we could do with all of that time. Problems people complain about daily could be fixed by just dedicating that few hours to things that really matter. Despite how difficult it can seem to let go of your phone, it comes with huge benefits. I’ve even tested letting go of my phone for a few hours, and it was rough at first, but after a while, I felt more connected and focused. So, I urge you to try to set your phone down and take in the world around you without the use of a cell phone. The Cider Press The Cider Press - Editorial Policy

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