Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017 The BAGPIPESenior Edition The Pot is Hot Caution, There Has Senior Been an Outbreak! Surveys Happily Ever...After? Spreading The Blue Fashion Show Smoke! 2K17

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2 Feature The Pot is Hot Who will Who Will By Brian Jones

Come out Prom has always been Samiah McKinley, and Naomi Come Out a tradition in high schools Young. The run has been on top? across the world, in dif- spicy so far. The Prom King On Top? ferent cultures, celebrated include Dejuane Harvey, in different forms. Here at Rodney Jackson, Brian Jones, Queen’s Court: King’s Court: Thornridge, we have had Larry Jordan and Yakov Dejaune Harvey many extravagant proms but Witherspoon. All 10 candi- Alexis Ivy none like 2k17! This year, the dates bring something differ- Dallas Knox Rodney Jackson theme is “Moment 4 Life,” a ent to the royal table, but in popular song by rapper Nicki the end, there can only be one Samiah Mckinney Brian Jones Minaj, defining the moment King and Queen. With the Larry Jordan in your life where you feel at campaigning, a bit of drama Wynda your highest peak. comes about, but remember Wormack Yakov seniors, fun and fair play are This year will be a year of the goal. At the end of the Naomi Young Witherspoon nothing but fun, and slay day, this is all friendly compe- from our fabulous senior tition. class. Prom alone has been The candidates are sure Slay Bring It! the talk of TR, but the real bringing the heat with the tea is, who will be crowned campaign, but who will come Brian Jones’ campaign poster. the King and Queen of Prom out on top? Who will slay this 2017? year? who will look a big, bag For Prom Queen, candi- of hot mess? Who will win dates include Dallas Knox, prom king and queen? Find Brianna Hiller, ‘17 - I think Alexis Ivy, Wynda Wormack, out, at TR’s prom 2017. Dallas should win prom queen because she is cam- paigning the hardest and she has a better support system. I think it’s between Brian and Rodney for prom king because Brian is campaign- ing more than Rodney, but Rodney is known more for his involvement in school. Wynda Womack’s campaign poster. Tierra Bush, ‘17 - I feel that some people are running unfairly and others I’m tired of seeing win everything. It is time for new people to rule Shavontay Hill - I feel Dallas the kingdom. I’m voting Dal- Knox should win prom las because she has a great queen because she has a big personality and lightens up heart and she is kind to ev- the world with her laugh eryone, unlike other people. and she has a beautiful soul. I think it’s between Brian Alexis Ivy’s campaign poster. Naomi Young’s Campaign poster. Brian is going to win because and Rodney for prom king he’s talented and lovable and because I am friends with an all around great person. both of them. Muanya Moore - I’m so Mykyla Banks - The nomi- ready for prom. I waited nees are good. I think Dallas this long, and I feel like the should win prom queen and Table of Contents person who ever broadcast Brian should win prom king. their flyers and posters the It is really between Brian most should win. and Rodney Dejuane Harvey’s campaign Feature... 2 poster. Editorials... 3 Healthy Living... 4 Entertainment... 5 Senior Contemplations... 6 Short Stories 7 BHM... 9 Prom 2k17... 10 Senior Time Capsules... 12 Tamia Jones, ‘17 - I think Athletics.... 19 Alexis and Brian should win because people should vote for who is going to slay, not for who gone play. Dallas Knox’x campaign poster. Thornridge HighSchool Bagpipe staff or advisors. not arepresentation be of the studentthe writer and should the reflect opinionsstrictly of School. Editorial articles Club of Thornridge High and Bagpipe the Newspaper Journalismin the 101Class by students currently enrolled photography are contributed writing, editing, graphics and for student expression. The BagpipeThe is an open forum Mrs. Josephinthelibrary in thecafeteriabysimply office topick-upanorder stopping bytheBagpipe newspaper ordisplayed Students canorderany wanted. Besuretoin

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4 Healthy Living

Happily Ever...After? Rebuke the Abuse By Brian Jones By Miracle Patrick-Holmes and Brian Jones

What is abuse? Abuse can members involved in your Photo courtesy of be physical, emotional, or relationship. ISTOCK/BAJNOCIP sexual. Physical abuse means It is also not easy to tell any form of violence, such others that you are getting Guilt free as hitting, punching, pulling beat on by your partner. hair, and kicking. Is getting Some partners will threaten snacking Courtesy of www.walldevil.com abused by your boyfriend/ their boyfriend/girlfriend just By Staff Writer High school relationships. love, sacrifice, honesty, and girlfriend that serious? Yes it so they won’t say anything. They are adorable, exciting, a great deal of compromise is a major case when it comes They might say, “I will kill We all have to eat in order and always make us feel want- and patience. You have to be down to beating on your you”, “I will make it worse for to survive. , but what we ed in some sort of way. Some emotionally able to handle partner. A lot of people take you” or“You’ll regret that”. choose to eat can make a dif- perceive high school relation- all of the drama and stress this matter very seriously and Most people try to get help ference in the longevity and ships as the start to a life that comes along with a other just don’t mind it. and get away from their part- quality of our lives. If you long journey relationship. Life is no People in these relation- ner but, others will just stay are looking for a tasty but with fairytale, and neither are ships sometimes mistake the with that person. more healthy alternative to some- partnerships. Teens are abuse for intense feelings of Do not be scared to talk the American classic, french one you supposed to go to school, caring or concern. Abuse to someone because staying fries, try this mouth watering want to Emotionhave fun with friends and sometime occurs in a part- with an abuser will result in variation. be with for a very life, not worry about wheth- nership or marriage that can emotional or physical pain, be physical, psychological or an endless life of regret or the long time, but for some, it er or not their girlfriend or Sweet Potato French Fries comes to a quick end. Are boyfriend is texting some- sexual. ultimate defeat, death. high school relationships one else, or who they’re with Preheat the oven to 425 de- really good for us? Or are when you are not around. grees F. Cut four sweet pota- they just something we do I will never toes into 1-inch-wide wedges, to pass these four years Determinationunderstand place flesh-side down on a of finding out who we how roasting pan, then brush with actually are? a 15 a mixture of 2 tablespoons ol- High school is one of the or 16 ive oil, 1 1/2 teaspoons chili biggest roller coasters we year old powder, and 1 teaspoon ko- will ever experience in our female can shed the sher salt. Cook, turning once, lives. At such a young age, slightest tear over a boy, when for 20-25 minutes. Remove we emotionally attach our- they have 4 tests coming up, pan from oven and sprinkle selves to people outside of our a project due next week, and with ½ teaspoon kosher salt. family, and only 4 days to pull that C up. make our- It makes 0 sense. We have to Love should not hurt! On the other hand, if salty selves prioritize, teens. Remember is not your snack of choice Goodwill Physical abuse can end in No one shouldn’t have to go vul- ner- what is important, because and you prefer sweet tempta- temporary pain, long-term through that type of stuff able to their right now, a relationship is tions, consider indulging in injuries and even death. in a relationship no matter discretion. I personally think not. The biggest thing about delicious baked apples. high school relationships are high school is prioritizing. Bruises, broken bones, and what type of abuse it is. Your concussions are some com- supposed to lift each other up toxic. We are still fresh to When your relationship starts Cinnamon Spiced Baked mon immediate results of and make each other better what the real world really is. to take a hold of Apples We are adolescents. We are your feelings physical aggression. The for the best of your relation- effects of suffering any type ship. finding out who we are, and and Trust emo- why we act the way we do. tions, and of relationship violence can Also, by high school, we are you notice a change in influence life and general not emotionally capable of your academic results, it is well-being for you, your part- handling everything a true time to let that relationship ner and any other family ISTOCK/LAURI PATTERSON Leesburg, Va. But changes to school nu- Here’s What Michelle Obama Thinks He said he had listened trition rules — and delays Core a crisp apple (such to the complaints of students on calorie labeling (also as Granny Smith or Fuji) and About Trump’s School Lunch Rules and school food administra- announced by the Trump put the wedges in a micro- tors. “We all know that kids administration last week) — wave-safe bowl. Sprinkle By Allison Aubrey at www.npr.org are pretty outspoken about aren’t likely to hold back the with a teaspoon of brown When it comes to feeding crowd at the Partnership for what they want to eat and momentum of the movement sugar and a pinch of cinna- kids a healthy diet, “it’s not a Healthier America confer- what they don’t,” Perdue for healthier eating habits. mon and nutmeg, then toss to politics, it’s parenting,” Mi- ence. said. “The PHA was probably cover. Cover the bowl with chelle Obama said Friday. “We gotta make sure we The new rules delay a the smartest thing that we a microwave-safe plate and And then she got a little don’t let anybody take us mandate for further sodium [did] out of the White House cook for 3 to 4 minutes on fired up. back,” she said as the crowd reductions in school meals. — helping to build an outside high. Carbonell will some- Without ever naming Pres- cheered. “Every elected Perdue’s plan also eases rules nonprofit organization that ... times add raisins or a dollop ident Trump, the former first official on this planet should on whole grains. can work hand-in-hand with of nut butter after the apples lady took aim at changes the understand: Don’t play with “[School] meals can’t be the private sector and public cook. The apple is less than administration announced last our children. Don’t do it,” nutritious if they’re ... put sector and build partnerships 90 calories and provides 3 week that weaken some of Obama implored. in the trash. We’ve got to in a positive way,” Obama grams of filling fiber; raisins the school nutrition standards Trump’s agriculture balance the nutritional as- said at the event. also add more iron, vitamin she championed. secretary, Sonny Perdue, pect - the sodium content, the She’s still very much com- C, and fiber. Try these apple “Think about why some- announced changes to the whole grain content - with mitted to working towards a pairings for more ridiculous one is OK with your kids school lunch program during the palatability,” Perdue said healthier America. health benefits. eating crap,” she told the a visit to a school cafeteria in at the time. Recipes courtesy of www.rd.com Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017

Entertainment 5

TR Students Get Fashionable for the Annual Spring Fashion Show

By Shavontay Hill

When someone says “Fashion Show” you au- tomatically think of pretty models, flashing lights, unique clothes and of course happiness. At least that is what you would think from observations of this year’s show of fashion. However, it’s a whole March of class. different ball game participat- ing and/or being a model for Any student who is hes- Turned up! Spring elegance. such a big itant to partici- produc- pate should put tion. This Chyna Richards, ‘17 - her fears to the year I had “Sensational! Great first side and make an the honor experience!” appearance in the of being show. Fashion on the show verterans inside of the Thornridge explained how this would be 2K17 Fashion Show. Along good bonding experience for side of me were my beautiful, all involved. best friends as well as some By participating the mod- other hard working, dedicated els made a decision that they Confidence personified. individuals. do not regret at all. Being in the fashion show gave you so much confidence! It also Pretty as a princess! fueled your nerves, excite- ment and hopes; it was such Being in this show was an indescribable feeling for very hectic, for example after the models. It was said that one scene a model would it feels Ready to cheer on the team. as if you are Ja’Nya Balthazar, ‘17 - “I had so much fun!” on top of the world. As you walk have to run and change into the runway you can hear a different designer in just a Dallas Knox modeling week-end everyone calling your name matter of seconds. The mod- casual. prompting you to realize that els do not get to watch the you can make every moment show, as they were running, Last year I also had the your own and cherish those changing, laughing, and privilege of helping fashion moments to the fullest extent. having a good time. They Power in unity. show director and Fasion seemed to cherished every Club sponsor, Mrs. T. This is moment together. This was a rewarding yet face-paced certainly a night no one will job because you must make forget any time soon. sure the models have all of Underclassmen, if you their clothes and props as missed this show, fear not, it well as help clean up after the will be back next year. Be show. There isn’t very much there or be square...better yet pressure in being a helper join the Fashion Club and be- but it does allow you to be Summer fun. come the next top TR model! Shavontay Hill dressed to play. an intregal part of the perfor- mance.

Lovely dress and boot series.

TR Dance Team provides intermis- Little guy is showing the audience sion entertainment how it is done! Ready to take on the world. Cameron Curtis Dinata Herron dressed to slay. Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017

6 Senior Contemplation

school you attend. graduating. Now remember distractions to get in the When asked what does se- if you are a senior this is way of your goal which is to nior year mean to him senior supposed to be your year and continue on a great four year It’s Our Time! Ricardo Heard said “It means as we’d say we need to turn journey up until you gradu- the last year of a 4 year life up. The last couple of weeks ate. The most fun that’ll have By Tavier Robinson stage for the next phase”. are also a challenge because as a departing senior is prom “To really show your worth if that’s when senior teachers and graduation. Now, prom is not already”. start to assign final projects where are supposed to go to Senior year is supposed First starting out in high The second semester is and assignments. show off your clothes. Also to be that year, a very special school it can be a bit chal- always the most challenging Now it’s left up the stu- to say your goodbyes to those year. It is the year that you’re lenging going through new for seniors because they start dent to have the will set to you may not see anymore. supposed to enjoy yourself: phases and routines, but to get what teachers like to push through. That’s all it is, If you have the mindset to have fun and do things a little once you hit senior year call senioritis. This plays a just think that you can do it want to do better you will. bit differently from the previ- that’s shouldn’t be That’s a ous three years. on your primary proven fact Mr. Y. L. Douglas, Direc- agenda. Graduating that works. tor of Bands here at Thorn- should be your top Put in the ridge tells the seniors, “Re- and main priority work now member every day in high besides going off and it’ll pay school is your last day”. And to college, joining off in the for some seniors it’s been a the workforce or long run. year of struggle and frustra- the armed services. Continue tion. For others it has been a You should already to strive for breeze. have an exit plan. greatness for the worst. Your senior But a lot of the time, even in your year is supposed to be fun and we prepare for the last days adventurous. You, the student, worst. Your senior as a senior. are getting ready for prom year is supposed Remember and to walk across that stage to be fun and ad- that you as a come May 21st. Depending venturous. You, the senior have on what school you attend. student, are getting a purpose in When asked what does se- ready for prom and life. nior year mean to him senior to walk across that Ricardo Heard said “It means stage come May the last year of a 4 year life 21st. Depending on stage for the next phase”. what big role in the process of and it’ll happen. Don’t allow

How to Play the Hammond Organ By Tavier Robinson

The Hammond Organ has introduced in 1935. This will been around for centuries. It determine your sound on the has been played in many dif- organ. ferent styles of music: gospel, Third, once you find your jazz, classical, blues and even sound start to incorporate any some hip hop. It has evolved thing you may have learned into being a mainstream from listening to other or- instrument. gan players. Now, everyone Being based out of the learns at a different pace but classical genre it eventually if you’re a fast learner it’ll be found its way into the jazz a lot easier. and gospel genres. Currently Fourth, you would then during today’s time and age start to learn songs from it is a huge part of the church whatever genre you’d want to scene. The instrument has play. Now, if you’re a person opened up a variety of dif- that has a good ear and can ferent outlets for musicians. hear songs out that’s good. Meaning that it has provided You’d have a better advan- a great chance for up and tage on picking up songs. coming musicians to be heard Last just remember all of in a different way. these simple steps and con- Now, playing the organ tinue to mode your sound. may seem to be difficult but You’ll eventually get the with these couple of steps it Full-size Hammond Organ sound that you want. Wheth- can be made so simple. The er that’s a smooth sound, a first step is to establish who rough one or very articulated you want to sound like as proach the instrument. Pick scales. manual. Drawbars, often sound ,you will get it as time far as organ players go. Do one organ player you really Becoming familiar with the called Tonebars, are the heart goes on. Just keep practicing research and listen to how enjoy and then listen to his or drawbar setting. By the way, and the basis of the renowned and believing that you can and the basis of the renowned her. Second you’ll then get drawbars are on your Ham- Hammond Sound and have do it. Music is a universal different organ players ap- to an organ and start to work mond Organs in two sets of been used since the first language and the Hammond on finger placement and nine Drawbars, one for each Hammond Organ Model was Organ is as well. Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017

Short Story Corner 7

face while glancing back and him and towards the door as stuttered. unhidden. He had her brain- forth at him and the clock; if he didn’t say a word. ……..“Soo ya da knew washed… her and the others” A Man’s Treasure that hasn’t stopped ticking. “Oh no actually I got T.A huh?” He questioned By Kallie Jones “Who?” I proposed. We both meeting at the class to get going myself… my with an unsatisfying smirk. “The man whom life is barely door entrance and he is let- treasures are waiting for me, While ignoring his smirky holding on as we speak. She It’s been four straight days ting me in first as if he isn’t you never can have too many comment my nose flared up loved him, somehow he made and I have only had 5 hours already late for his own class. rewards.” He said , Again I’m until he opened the door. her believe that she needed of sleep. My eyes are sting- Respectfully denying his confused by his meanings, Once the door was open my him. Constantly I told Mi- ing, the skin over my fore- chivalrous offer,so he can go “Can you lock up for me.” $7 ice coffee and my stomach randa that men like him their head has been stretched to in and start class. He tosses me the keys “Good dropped to the floor. It was hobbies don’t consist of gam- the limit that no other facial Two hours later the lecture Night Ms. Niles see you in Mr. Bridges laying on the bling, drinking, being a sport expressions can be made, ends. Mr. Bridges signals the Mane!” He rushes out floor in a puddle of his own junky no he feeds on the love besides the blank stare at my for me to come down to his the door before I could get a blood barely breathing. of owning something or computer screen. Yesterday, desk. He sighed at another word in. “He was attacked!?” “ It someone valuable. He’ll call almost dislocated my jaw due young lady telling her to wait Adjacent to the class is one was suicide!?” People from them valuables or precious to how hard I yawned. 856 outside for him. those Missing Student signs every part of the campus is or”- words into my 1,700 word “ So Ms. Niles so I believe that’s been up for weeks talking about it. Walking “-Treasure” , I mumbled. “short” essay on a Fictional that a higher force is imply- across the school. The girls past me two guys uttering to She went on saying, ”The Criminal Case in Criminolo- ing for me to grant you the is young with pasty tan skin, each other talking about how problem was that her value gy. The ability to stay awake joy of being my new TA.” bone straight ginger hair, big they heard Mrs.. Bridges , became non transferable has left my body, The titles of Not knowing that there was brown eyes and a curled top who also works here yelling once I guess he found she was the paper breathes boredom. a need for a TA this semes- lip. Miranda Stevenson last at the President of the uni- pregnant.” Maybe if I just close my eyes ter…… seen October 4. After I was versity saying “its was one “Wait Akila, you can just for no more than 10 minutes Peeping my over excite- done putting the details to her of these whores you have assume he killed her or had I’ll produce enough energy ment, he invites me to stay face to memory, pivoted to- festering up the campus.” anything to do with her dis- to finish. My alarm is being after today for a little bit if wards the exit and seen Pro- Heading back to my dorm appearance due to this non set for 10 minutes and put my my schedule was free today. fessor Bridges’ hand journal to relax and take in all that credible evidence?” , I can’t headphones’ volume on high. Guessing he needs assis- laying on the floor. Stitched has just happen within the listen to anymore of this. There’s no reason I would not tance with the report from on the cover of it was “Trea- last 24 hours. There goes The more words that was wake up with this. last week. I nodded my head sures.” I swiped it and headed Akila. We both stepping in coming out her mouth wasn’t “Can you move out the to try to keep my excitement back to my building after the elevator off to our room. making any since, my arm be- way Sir!” There is a man down to a minimum. My handing his keys to the lady Before flooding her with all gin reaching for the button to blocking my path to the fruit ears have never heard this at the front desk. this juicy information about turn the elevator back on. But bar while carrying two large much interesting words come “Mmmhhh you’re home late Mr. Bridges and his love for Akila’s body moved in front cups of coffee. from a man in this position. tonight..” Akila snarled to- his students, the fact that he of the board of buttons. “My apologies Miss-oh... The amount of music ,mov- wards me. “Well yeah, I was properly the last person who “Logan you don’t understand Ms. Niles, Good Morning.” ie genres, political views, helping out Mr. Bridges in have seen Miranda before she he took a part of me away “ Oh wow Professor Bridges, creativity and young soul his Office.” She snatched her went missing; to how he was when he took her….. so I had Good Morning to you too.” that is able to manifest itself neck back so fast she almost acting this morning or last to take all of him.” Just my luck to be a straight into this man is baffling me. fell off the ladder she was on, night and how his wife knew “Akila please just calm down, fool to my professor, him No wonder so many girls posting more of these missing about his affairs the whole don’t say stuff like that .. out of all people. Professor love coming to his office student fliers. time. Akila’s filthy clothes you didn’t mean to say that Bridges is loved all over the after class, it’s because he is “Bridges…... do not spend and tired and scared look on right…. you’re just talking … University, he has a way of reachable. To the way he can extended time with that man her face was distracting me. right Akila.” teaching to a student’s soul. turn a question into his own Logan!”...... “ He is just Once asking about her ap- There’s tears flooding Many people would risk it personal statement is beyond not a Good man.” pearance made me notice that down her face, never have my all to just take a semester of me. It feel as if we known Akila comes into our she have the same clothes on eyes seen this type emotion his courses. You’ll have to each other from another life. dorm room while my eyes are that she had on last night and expressed through her. Her register for his classes almost Time is flying, by the time glued to Professor Bridges’ that she wasn’t in the room complexion has changed, the 2 months prior unfortunately. we noticed, it was dark out- book of treasures. It’s not this morning when I woke up innocence striped away from Men like Mr. Bridges don’t side. A phone began to ring, interesting as it looked to be, and I woke up 2 hours ear- her body. just get that type of praise Mr. Bridges goes for it while it’s just filled with female lier. I know she can see the My eyes grow 10x larger then just for being a good teacher. we were in the middle of the names and dates. I figured curiosity about to come out before, my body start feeling He is indeed an attractive crisis of the lack of jam pack- that these was the names of my mouth when she pressed 100x heavier. It feels as if man head to toe. Despite the ets that’s in the food court in students and other staff at the the red button on the elevator my heart has stopped beat- rumors of him getting a little the mornings. The phone call university had relations with to stop it. ing. Instantly there’s this jolt too close with his female didn’t seem that interesting because some names were “ Logan,,, girl …. I did feeling floods my body as if students. Girls still will fight until he slams his fist on the recognizable; like Amber something bad.. “What type I’m falling. I wake up on my to the death just to be his T.A. desk and had a blank stare for Cole or Shari Wood these of bad… “Akila did you back with my computer chair A true job for only the elite a few seconds. His gain apo- girls get passed around like know Miranda real well.” under me. Oh snap! Oh snap! suck ups with the ability to plexy kind of is startling me. a bad rumor. Oddly the last “She was my best friend my Wait was that just a dream, get the attention of the pro- Starting to pull my chair from name I see on the list with sister. We enrolled her togeth- wonder to myself while still fessor by a surplus supply of in front of his desk back to its an end date of October 3rd... er , we took the same class on the floor. My paper It’s promiscuous tendencies. place. The call ended. Miranda Stevenson, the girl for the past two years here. .. not even done! It’s Morning It’s 7 minutes until class start “ My apologies , you stay from the photo. I told her that…. He wasn’t already! I’m Late! I grabbed and as soon as the clock on longer I love listening to you Getting up early this good for her, that he was just my bag and my jacket and the Gilbert Building strike rummage on about things, morning to help Professor a druggy looking for the next quickly maneuver around 12 all the good seats will be you’ll be a great educator.” Bridges with his lesson hit. Their relationship was sleeping Akila, I know that taken. There go Mr. Bridg- After seeing how those words preparation. It’s 30 minutes frowned upon in these type was a dream but that was es again, but this time he’s slithered from his mouth as til class starts and the cus- of institution. They’ll spend creepy and too realistic to not rushing almost as fast as I. if they weren’t said to every todian has to open the door. hours with each other, sneak- be cautious, He greets me again with his other female students. His “I’m sorry, I don’t know why ing around the campus like “Oh My God sir beautiful smile. hands trying to meet mine,al- he is late today.” I apologeti- some high schoolers. It was excuse me!” Shouted out my “Oh look here twice in one so like his previous words cally mentioned. disgusting … She was even voice while I’m impatiently in morning, Ms. Niles you’re on didn’t just insult my rum- “-Ttt-to-day, lady I’ve be- going to drop out for him so line for a coffee. “My apol- a role.” mage way of talking. Ma- been opening dis door foe da they can be together ogies, Miss-Oh... Ms. Niles A smirk appearing on my neuvering my way around past two weeks straight.” He Good Morning.” Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017 8 Poetry Corner

We R TR by Amil Hickman

At Thornridge High School all of the staff keeps the ship tight Graduate They just wanna see us graduate and for us to all do right. by Ja’Nya Balthazar We’re all proud Falcons, reppin blue and white; Our school has more spirit than any school in sight. Guys and gals we’ve come so far Nobody’s perfect, but all of the students are bright Rise up and give yourself applause. They have CP to help me excel and reach new heights. With prom season coming up, there’s always a new sight. All this hard work has finally paid off, Your prom-posal might end up in the Bagpipe highlights. on’t lose focus, so as to not fall off . D Our basketball team gets buckets and they got hoops, sually we’re ready to go; Where our trusty pep squad will cheer and root; U If you missed a game, read the Bagpipe to stay in the loop. nd now I’m sad to say so. A The speech team is top notch when you see them in suits. Time is ticking, today’s the day; You can check out our Jammers if you’re looking for a hoot. Enough is enough, time to graduate in May. As Falcons we take pride in progress, watch us soar For the end is near hear me roar.

Senioritis ~by Kayla Winston

The days are long, the days are lazy If I stay here any longer I might go crazy

I know it’s close to the end and it’s not forever, My Worth But man I wish I could sleep whenev- er. by Brodrick Jones Yeah yeah, I know I’m growing up; If I was made of money And sometimes I want to pour a drink I’d spend myself so fast in my cup. There’s no way I would last If my skin was made of silk, My bones were made of gold, I just can’t wait until it’s all over; My heart was a ruby, For that, I’ll wish upon a four leaf And my head was a crystal ; clover. I’m so rich with wealth my body would be full . I know that I’d be spent alive, It’s graduation and I’m on the stage; There’d be nothing for which No longer will I be in a rage. I’d need to beg or borrow. If it doesn’t cost more than An arm or a leg, There is no feeling like the senior has I know it wouldn’t matter. When they’re on the stage walking The real part of me would unfold; past. The part that we think matters most is worthless. Something priceless, much more than money...truth be told, Is this thing they call the soul . Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017

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The Bagpipe staff sends its sincerest apologies for the omission of the fabulous Black History Month Door design winners. Ms. Bourne’s class won first place for the Bass Reeves: The Real Lone Ranger themed doorway. Congratulations everyone!!

SUMMER SCHOOL TIME SCHEDULE SUMMER SCHOOL CALENDAR 8:00 a.m. –1:00 p.m. The first day of each semester will begin one hour later. There will be two fifteen (15) minute breaks First Semester scheduled each day, except the first and last day of June 5 - 9, 12 - 15, each semester. Students enrolling in Summer School should plan to be in class every day, since each 19 - 22 day in Summer School is equivalent to five days of regular school. One hour of instruction is equiva- lent to one day. Special consideration for vacations, Second Semester summer camps, or early dismissal will not be grant- June 26 - 30 ed. Credits are awarded by contact hours; which is required by July 6 - 7, 10 - 13, State Law. 17 - 18 If you have any questions regarding this information please see your counselor immediately. Don’t get left behind. Get those missing credits before it is

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Tierra Bell Donte Brown Dasianelle Burton Senior Survey 2k17 1. Getting to graduate 1. When we had a big fight in 1. Senior year 1. What was your memorable year in high school? 2. Art the front of the school 2. Math 2. What was your favorite subject? 3. Mrs. Bobo because she’s 2. Math 3. Mr. Beckwith 3. Who was your favorite teacher/staff member? Why? the nicest person you will 3. Ms. Morgan because she’s 4. The Weekend Starby 4. What song do you think you played this year? ever meet. kind and helpful album 5. What was your favorite TV show this year? 4. Cranes in the Sky 4. Cdot Honcho - Unda Dat 5. Shameless 6. Who was your senior crush? ADMIT IT ;) 5. Is loving you Wrong 5. Tom and Jerry 6. No one in this school 7. What was your favorite quote or saying this year? 6. Nobody 6. Brierra Moore 8. Homecoming unless prom 8. What is your favorite senior memory? 7. Make the best out of ev- 7. Can’t wait to graduate is better 9. How have you changed over these four years of high erything you do 9. Nope been the same 9. Yea I opened up a little school? 8. Taking senior pictures 10. Going to a engineering 10. Going to UIC and becom- 10. What do you plan on doing after graduation? 5 years? 9. Yes college/ studying computers ing an architect 10 years? College/university? Work? Military ? 10. Going to College Jamari Brown Tierra Bush Natavia Blakley 1. My first year 1. My Jr. Year 1. Homecoming 2k15 2. English 2. Math Mikal Adams Reginald Bamfo 2. Math 3. Ms. Nylen because she’s a 3. Mr. Ski/Best mentor in the 1. Memorable year is when I 1. Senior Year 3. Mr. Johnson. because he boss world started singing when I was a 2. None was just a good teacher 4. Finatticz - Don’t Drop That 4. Drake - Child’s Play freshman. 3. Ms. Martinez. She’s like a 5. Love & Hip Hop Thun Thun 5. Love & Hip Hop 2. Gym,History, and Science second mother to me 6. Didn’t have one 5. 13 Reasons 6. Torrey Dotson 3. Ms. Nesbitt and Ms. Ad- 4. Bad and Boujee, XO tour 7. “I’m just trying to figure it 6. I never got her name 7. “You is smart,you is kind, ams because they gave me life out” 7. I’ll slam you on your neck you is important”. some advice 5. Boa, Ion watch cable 8. Don’t have one 8. Going downstate 4. New Edition - Can you 6. Miracle Patrick-Holmes 9. I just start being more 9. Yes I got taller, buffer, and Ivana Chatman Stand the Rain 7. Period! outspoken. into a bad boy 1. Sophomore Year 5. Empire and Supernatural 8. The time Patrick got pant- 10. Hopefully go to college 10. I plan on coming back to 2. History 6.Tia Howard sed (??) in the locker room. for nursing at ASU for 4 slam Coach Potacki on his 3. Ms. Nylen 7. Don’t let nobody tell you 9. I haven’t years. neck lol. 4. Kodak Black - Fresh One what to do and how to do it. 10. I’m going to be a rapper. 5. Martin 8. Was making new friends Louis Bradley Ezeal Buchanan 6. Nobody 9. Yes Makayla Banks 1.This Year 1. 11th grade year 8. Football Games 10. I’m thinking about going 1. Junior Year 2. English 3. Ms. Bobo 9. I look at things differently to ISU or working on music 2. English 3. Ms. Franco 4. Idk 10. Texas Southern Univer- or working on to be a CEO of 3. Ms. Ortberg, that’s my girl, 5. What’s TV? sity a music company. she keep it real Cerenity Brooks 6. Tia Howard sorry if I 4. Money man - Nothing to 1. Don’t have one spelled your name wrong Jaylyn Clark Emily Akin lose 2. AP U.S. History 7. “Life is sad and boring 1. Senior 1. Freshman 5. Black inc crew 3. Mr. Bell because he makes but it’s up to us to make life 2. Math 2. Geometry 6. *Boyfriend Faheem his class intriguing and cool! something worth doing” - By 3. Mrs. Williams & Ms. 3. Mr. Bell- He really Know 7. “Oh yas hunty” 4. Hymn For The Weekend me Ousley 4. D.R.A.M.- Caretaker 8. Less drama, more mature 5. Criminal Minds 8. Every time I made a girl 4. All Herb 5. Acher and focused on my goals. 6. N.S. smile 5. Scooby Doo 6. Aziza Hill & Justice Mc- 10. Plan on going to college 7. Keep Calm and Hate 9. I’ve become more like an 6. I don’t have a crush/ Ex- Gee until I become a ob/gyn. School adult cept my GF I crush hearts 7. SHOOK 8. Graduation 10. Get a job, go to college, 7. “I might take yo girl/”We 8. Having my friends all Quinnet Bauseman 9. I’ve let up on some of my be a nurse, make lots of still losing that’s the mood together on my birthday 3. Ms. Martinez because I morals money. I’m in”/But I’m still cold 9. I’ve matured a lot…Real- could tell her anything. 10. Go to college, get an 8. Senior night ized to not take everything 4. All We Got - Chance the apartment, start making over Isaiah Buchanan 9. Yes, more humble seriously. Rapper $200,000 as a veterinary 1. None of them 10. Go to college, start rap- 10. Getting ready for college 5. Supergirl surgeon. 2. None of them ping, chase a bag, have 3 rap and hopefully a radio techni- 6. KAYLA WINSTON 3. No one songs with 3 baby mamas. cian. 7. Why you comin’ home at 5 Devodtric Brown 4. No songs in the morning? 2. Gym 5. I don’t have one Brandon Clarke Ja’Nya Balthazar 8. Blue Storm winning best 3. Mrs. McNamara because 6. No one 1. Junior Year 1. Sophomore Year percussion for competition she was the coolest teacher in 7. I have no quote or saying 2. Gym 2. Math ; Algebra II 9. I’ve became more confi- the school. 8. I have none 3. Mr. Bell 3. Mrs. Williams - Activity dent 4. Lil Twan - Chicken 9. No 4. Ugly God Director because she always 10. Getting a job at an animal 5. Scream 10. College 5. Naruto tried to help everyone and is sanctuary 6. No one 6. Dynalee Toy a good person to talk to. 8. October 6,2016 my birth- Imani Burns 9. I got waaaay sexier 4. Anime - Caroline Andrianna Bean day 1. Sophomore year 10. I’m going to be an electri- 5. Shameless 1. Senior 9. Yes I stopped being bad 2. Freshman Biology cian, but if that doesn’t work 6. Myself 2. Science 10. Apprenticeship Program 3. Mrs. Martinez- Great person I’ll be a gigolo 7. “You Spicy” 5. Catfish to talk to 8. Turning up at the pep rally 6. Jesus 4. All we got by Chance The John Clifton 9. I’ve opened up more, and 7. *Pats weave* “OH MAH Rapper 1. 2017 my style has gotten better. GOUYD!”- Every ratchet girl 5. Brooklyn nine-nine 2. Gym 10. After graduation I plan to ever 6. Demetri Woods 3. Ms. P., Ms. Zachery, and 7. I can’t wait to Graduate go to college. 5 years I will 8. Pep Rally Ms. Bobo 8. After Homecoming graduate from college major- 9. I have become more re- 4. Kodak Black- Spazz Out 9. I have evolved. I’ve gotten ing in Mathematics. 10 years sponsible on Future - Draco more talkative and more com- I would have my own house 10. I plan to go to college 5. Boondocks and car, living good. fortable in my own skin. 10. I want to go to a 4 year 6. Not a soul university, and after that travel. Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017

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7. If you hang around four follow my dream working job as a Nurse Practitioner. Quentin Allen- Dixon 2. Math millionaire you will be the somewhere. After that I hope to get mar- 1. Freshman Year 3. Mr. Bell / Ms. Almond fifth ried. 2. Anatomy 4. Bad & Boujee & Black 8. When I found out I was Sharriona Davis 3. Mr. Bell because his class Beatles able to graduate 1. My freshman year was the Emerson Dority was the best out of my 4 5. Prison Break 9. I took School serious most memorable. 1. Sophomore Year years. 6. Me,Myself, and I 10. 5 years finish at a univer- 2. My favorite subject was 2. Spanish 4. Moneybagg Yo - Hang 7. “When is graduation”, sity 10 Years make a lot of high school reading 3. If I decided it would be Hang “Everything happens for a money after high school? 3. My favorite teacher was unfair 5. Shameless reason” Mrs. Garza she was the cool- 4. Duck II - a duck rap trilogy 7. “Run it up” 8. Getting ready for Prom Lauren Cook est. by Zach Sherwin 9. I stopped caring about a lot 9. I have for the better,”I 1. 2013-2014 (freshman year) 4. Control by Herbo 5. Dragon Ball Super of stuff evolved” 2. History 5. The Have and Have Nots 6. jayla moore 10. Eastern Illinois Universi- 10. Going to Ball State Uni- 3. Mrs. Mitrovich - She was 6. My boyfriend 7. “Show me ya moves.”- C. ty, Physical Therapy versity extremely nice and helpful 7. That’s cute Falcon 4. Location: by Khalid 8. Meeting new people 8. Christmas with my best Jordan Ector Shavon Gainey 5. Criminal Minds 9. Over these four years my friend 1. Junior year 1. Sophomore Year was lit. 7. Always keep moving life changed a lot 9. I got a new jacket and I 2. Science 2. American Law 8. The day I walk across the 10. I plan on going to the mil- bought my own clothes 3. Don’t have one 3. Mr. David Eanes - He was stage itary I want to be a nurse 10. Working all summer, then 4. Blac Youngsta - Tissue the coolest. 9. I made better choices go to college. 5 years: work- 5. Wild N Out 4. PNB Rock - Just Wanna 10. In college for nursing Jose Diaz Come Back 1. Senior Year 5. STAR Michael Cooley 2. Math/Science 6. Myself(Shay) 1. Senior Year 3. Mr. Powell who is the 7. “I dream it, I work hard, I 2. U.S History senior Navistar teacher. He is grind til I own it”- Beyonce 3. Ms. Wishba/ Mr. Bell/ my favorite teacher because 8. The day I walk across that Mrs. Mac They were the he has taught me so much stage most helpful about the real life and vehi- 9. I became more mature and 4. Lil Herb - Blacking Out cles. involved socially 5. NFL Network 8. Buying my first car, an 08 10. Going to college to be- 6. Didn’t have one Ford Mustang. come a nurse, then going to 7. Hard work beats talent 9. I have matured, become law school. when talent doesn’t work more respectful, and became hard more independent. Jemontay Garner 8. Coming back and beating 10. After graduation I plan on 1. Freshman Year Stagg in football. attending a college to become 2. Media 9. I realized a lot of stuff a mechanical engineer and ing on marriage 6. Nobody 4. G Herbo - Peace of Mind 10. Joining the Navy and work for Google or ACT after 10 years: Happy with my 7. Dat Way 5. The Walking Dead making a career out of it. graduating from college. wife and kids 8. Coming into senior year 6. I ain’t even gonna lie it 9. I’ve learned how to speak was a lot of them. Hayley Cox Johnny Dickson Torrey Dotson up more. 8. Should be prom 1. Senior Year 1. Sophomore year (state for 1. Homecoming 10. Work 9. I learned I just can’t be 2. English track) 2. Culinary Arts cool with people at all 3. Mr. Rouse & Mrs. Dixon 2. Lunch 3. Ms. Hosari Christopher Evans 10. College 4. Beyonce’s whole Lemon- 3. Mr. Whitman because I can 4. Lucci - Documentary 1. Senior Year ade Album! do anything done in his class. 5. Impractical Jokers 2. Afro History Dejuane Harvey 5. Bad Girls Club & Love & Mr. Duggan because he’s 6. Chill 3. Mr. Zachery because he’s a 1. Sophomore year. Hip Hop legitimately good at teaching. 7. Chill great teacher 2. Engineering class. 6. Myself. “Don’t play with 4. Any Mineo - Candy Rain 8. Prom 4. Slippery by Migos ft. Guc- 3. Mr. Whitman, he was the me, play with yo mama.” 5. I haven’t watched TV in 9. Yes, Mature ci Mane coolest. 8. The Big Jam 2016 years. 10. Opening up a restaurant. 5. Bad Girls Club 4. Young Thug - Best Friend 9. Learning how to stay true 6. D.K. 8. Going to wrestling practice 5. Penny Dreadful. to myself & be my own 8. Any and everything that Tashaunna Divers 9. I became wiser and more 6. Tia Howard. friend involves track 1. Senior Year so much hap- focused on my goals 7. “The sauce is a mixture of 10. Cosmetology license & 9. I dressed like a corn fresh- pened this year for me. So 10. I plan on continuing my all, but being lost in the sauce Business degree man year. Wait, actually I still many lessons learned! education, and following my is a loss.” do. 2. Culinary Arts - I love dream of becoming a proffes- 8. Prom. Devin Craig 10. Graduate college, pay cooking! sional wrestler 9. I’ve became mature, and 1. I wasn’t at this school but bills, pay car note, have chil- 3. Ms. Pietraszewski because more serious about life. when I was at Julian we went dren, then die. she always believed in me Nakya Ferrell 10. 5 years-Starting my pro- to UIC for a week on a bas- 4. Tank- You don’t know 1. Senior Year fessional basketball career. 10 ketball trip. It was fun. Anta Diop 5. This is Us or The Fosters 2. English years- 2. Science 1. Senior year (it was stress- 6. Ohh his name was….. You 3. Mr. Bell 3. None ful) thought! 4. Xavier Omar - Blind Man Donte Harris 4. Lil Twan - Take Off 2. Most definitely not gym 7. ”Don’t be afraid of who 5. Scandel 1. Going to state for drama. 5. I was outside most of the 3. Mrs. Williams you are. Love your regard- 6. My Suga 2. Math. time so I didn’t watch TV 4. Black Beatles less”. 7. “Hey Suga” 3. Mr. Zachery, he is funny. that much. 5. I barely watched TV this 8. Every moment I spent with 8. Poetry Slam 4. Migos - Slippery 6. It was a lot in my eyes year Ms. Nesbitt. RIP! She was 9. I have become more social 5. We Bare Bears 7. Nothing 6. Myself my favorite teacher. & confident. 6. Brierra Moore, she is fine 8. Just being able to get ac- 7. It will all pay off in the end. 9. I have matured more and 10. Sleep, have my Master’s istg. cepted into this school 8. Thinking about graduation become more active. Degree then earn my Doctor- 7. “Ion know bro”. 9. It’s been rough, but my 9. Not at all 10. I’m going to be a Redbird ate Degree. 8. Going to state. senior year has been good 10. I will have graduated from at ISU! #ISU 21 9. I’ve gotten a lot more 10. I would probably be get- nursing school (VIC) have a Anita Frimpong mature. ting out of college trying to 1.Senior Year Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017 14 Senior Surveys

10. To be working at my I am just kidding. Tarena Hondras Alexis Ivey 9. Yes, but from good to bad dream job. 8. At the pep rally when the 1. Freshman and Senior year. 1. Freshman year. seniors use the silly string. 2. Science. 2. English. Brian Jones Dinata Herron 9. Yes extremely, my attitude 3. Ms. Catron/Ms. Bell/ Mr. 3. Ms. Williams because she 1. Senior year because I came 1. Sophomore year. and the way that I treat peo- Miller has been there for me. all the way up. 2. History. ple. 4.Bad and Boujee/ Black 4. Lil Durk -What if 2. Theatre Arts. 3. Ms. Vrehas because she is 10. I want to go to college so Beetles 5. Prison Break. 3. Ms. Stewart because she is an amazing teacher and she that I can become a doctor or 5. I did not get to watch TV, 6. My man Alfie :) so understanding. cares about her students. nurse. I had too much work. Some 7. “So I’m saying…” 4. Everything Beyonce! 4. Entire Rihanna Anti album. were This Is Us/Bates Motel/ 9. Yes, so much if you know 5. 13 Reasons Why. 5. Shameless. Aziza Hill American Horror Story. me you know I’ve become a 6. In the words of Keith 6. Me of course. 1. Senior. 6. Myself. whole new person. Sweat, “Nobodyyyy” 7. “Fake it until you make 2. Environment. 7. When is graduation? 10. University, open my own 7. “What would Beyonce it, act as if you had all the 3. Ms. Mac 8. When ever I got a chance shop. do.” confidence you require until 4. Crawling to sleep. 8. The Dance Team. it becomes your reality.”-Bri- 5. Steven Universe. 9. No. Konye Jackson 9. I became a boss. an Tracy 6. No. 10. Sleep, scholarships, work, 1. Freshman year because it 10. Working, going to col- 8. Winning IHSA Drama 7. “Bro chill.” go to college(don’t know was funny. lege, getting married. Sectional for drama with my 8. Leaving. which one yet). 2. Biology. team. 9. Started talking more. 3. Ms. Bobo Brodrick Jones 9. I feel that I learned how to 10.College. Tamaria Hoover 4. Girei 1. Sophomore year. deal with multiple personali- 1. Sophomore year. 5. One Punch Man. 3. Mr Johnson because he is ties and I understand myself. Shavontay Hill 2. Media Production. 6. Alexia. funny. 10. I plan on attend Michigan 1. Senior year. 3. Mr. LeCompte because he 7. “Reality is an illusion.” 4. Bad and Boujee-Migos State in the fall. In 5 years I 2. English with Ms. Nylen is one of the best teachers. 8. Spring break. 6. I ain’t got time for that. am going to attend graduate 3. Ms. O/Ms. P, they helped Mrs. Carlson as well because 9. I am mentally and physi- 9. Got smarter. school for my law degree. In me through a lot. she is very helpful. cally mature. 10. Continue to play football. 10 years I am going to have a 4. Bad and Boujee - Migos 4. 24k Magic - Bruno Mars, 10. MONEY! successful practice in corpo- 5. Grey’s Anatomy Location - Khalid Kallie Jones rate law. 6. Ja’Nya Balthazar 5. A Different World Destiny James 1. When I was in the 2014 7. “You spicy” 6. Nat King Cole 1. Being in a mentor group, fall play called “Saturday Briana Hiller 8. Being with my best friends 7. “Live in the moment but mentoring other young girls Night Sunday Morning” I had 1. Junior year. 9. My attitude has gotten re- think about your future.” to not make the mistakes I the most fun with my cast. 2. English(Junior year) ally better and I have learned 8. Turning 18 made, & when I attended 2. American Law with Mr. 3. Ms. Ortberg & Mr. Biesia- to not give a care what any- 9. I realized who I am Rich South. Johnson, he is a great teacher. da, these two teachers helped body thinks of me. 10. College-Illinois State 2. Chemistry. 3. Mr. Ibarra me out the most throughout 10. Going to college to pur- University, Work-Psychol- 3. When I attended Rich 4. Can We Talk- Tevin Camp- high school. sue criminal justice. ogy, 5 years-Finish college, South. It was my Dean, her bell 4. You belong to somebody 10-Traveling the world name was Latoya Tumbs 5. Grey’s Anatomy. else - Dej Loaf & Jacquees. Stephon Hill 4. Solange- Cranes in the Sky 6. Me 5.Love & Hip Hop. 1. Freshman and Junior year. Daniel Howard 5. The Fosters. 7. “Wont he do it!” Back to 6. Marion 2. Science. 1. Performing in Chicago and 6. Nobody. good. 7. “Its whatever” 3. Mrs. Dixon. the Drama team. 7. “Staying true to yourself.” 10. Moving to Texas and go- 8. Pep rally 4. 6lack - Problems. 2. Theatre Arts. 8. Nothing, I haven’t been to ing to a community college. 9. Yes, for the better. 5. Empire. 3. Ms. Nesbitt, she was the Thornridge that long. 10. Going to Columbia Col- 6. Myself. coolest and kindest teacher 9. Yes, I have changed a lot Tamia Jones lege Chicago, start my own 7. “Lit.” you could of ever think of. such as my attitude. 1. Senior year. clothing line & have my own 8. Graduation and last day for 4. Ugly God -Water 10. Becoming a administra- 3. Ms. Zachery, she is so business. Seniors. 5. Key and Peele tive assistant at Ivy Tech Col- sweet and nice. 9. My Auntie has changed my 7. “Paw” lege and studying in business. 4. Everyday We Lit -YFN Ashley Henry state of mind. 8. Performing in Chicago. Lucci 1. Freshman year. 10.Indiana State University. 9. I have gotten better with Jayla Jefferson 5. Disney Channel 2. English except for my my grades. 1. My most memorable year 6. Well my boy. senior year. Adorea Hollis 10. I plan on going to a trade in high school would be my 7. Cause period. 3. Ms. Wishba she is a sweet 3. Ms. Nylen because she is school and become a mu- Senior year because of prom 8. My favorite Senior mem- individual who actually cared crazy. sician and making a lot of and graduation. ory was when my boyfriend about our education. 4. Control - G Herbo money. 2. My favorite subject was made them 41 points and we 4. CDot Honcho-Teflon Flow 5. LAHHATL. English. went crazy. 5. Greenleaf 6. Nathan Shemwell. Jasmine Hunter 3. I had more than one favor- 9. Yes I use to be so bad. 6. I don’t have one. 7. “Let that hurt go sus!” 1. Freshman year, that is the ite teacher, and I liked my 10. Military. 7. “I should just drop out” 8. Senior pictures. year that everybody got along counselor Ms. Snow Lol 9. Yes! & we were cool with each 4. The songs I played the Wonyea Jones other. most is Jacquees and Dej 1. Junior year. 2. English & Theater Arts Loaf mix tape. 2. Men’s Ensemble. Senior Survey 2k17 3. Mr. Curl, he kept it real 5. My favorite TV show this 3. Mrs. Varmatos, she actu-

since day 1. year is Empire. ally taught unlike others, and 1. What was your memorable year in high school? 4. Black Beatles. 6. NOBODY!! was always cool with stu- 2. What was your favorite subject? 5. Bad Girls Club. 7. I always say “you don’t dents. 3. Who was your favorite teacher/staff member? Why? 6. Myself lol. want these problems!!” And 4. Ed Sheeran- Don’t 4. What song do you think you played this year? 8. Friday flyover. “find you some kids to play 5. Impractical Jokes. 5. What was your favorite TV show this year? 9. Yes, I have matured a lot. with!!!” 6. Brian Jones. 6. Who was your senior crush? ADMIT IT ;) Fighting does not solve prob- 8. My favorite Senior mem- 7. Don’t have one. 7. What was your favorite quote or saying this year? lems, you just end up with ory hasn’t happened yet but 8. Joining band. 8. What is your favorite senior memory? broken nails. it’s Prom, 1 more month. 9. Anger is more in control. 9. How have you changed over these four years of high school? 10. Owning Comcast. 9. I would say I got more 10. Go to college. 10. What do you plan on doing after graduation? 5 years? 10 mature. years? College/university? Work? Military ? 10. Of course I am going to college!!!! Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017 Senior Surveys 15

Larry Jordan 7. “I’m only in competition Bria Lewis 4. Rick James - Give it to me 7. “Regardless of the situa- 1. Freshman homecoming. with my last level.”-Erykah 1. My memorable year was baby tion, life goes on.” 2. P.E. Conditioning Badu Freshman year 2013-2014. 5. Weather Channel 9. I have became a strong 3. Mrs. Williams (A.D.) & 8. Haven’t had one yet. 2. Math. 6. BBTAB young man. Mrs. Nesbitt 9. As time went by I saw 3. Ms. Nerius because she 7. “Heyyy Deddicaaa!” 10. I plan on going to college 4. Big Sean- Bigger than me myself grow in various ways. always kept it real then she 8. Spending spring break and get a degree and become 5. Impractical Jokers. I’ve learned from mistakes always rocked the with my friends. a conluser(?). I’ve made and constantly 4. Push It 9. I don’t know...I got a new moved forward. 5. My 600 lb life. haircut. Brierra Moore 10. Hopefully finish nursing 6. Michael Jordan since 10. Something great. 1. Meeting my best friend school a rush to be a pediat- Freshman year. Shavontay. ric nurse and also to get my 7. “This ain’t that, that ain’t Antwone McClore 2. Science. cosmetology license. Mostly this.” 1. Sophomore. 3. Ms. Zachery, at first I plan on being successful. 8. Fashion show. 2. Intro to Culinary Arts. thought she was irritating, but 9. My attitude got better. 3. Senor Beckwith, Mrs. Gill, she’s really nice. Zarreeel Knox 10. I want to be a social fami- Mr. Johnson, Coach Manderi- 4. Lud Foe - Ambitions az a 1. Freshman year W.O.W ly worker. no, and Mrs. P. because they Ridah program. stayed on me, 5. Bad Girls Club 2. English. Brian Lowe 4. NBA Youngboy - Down 6. Ion like y’all. 3. Mr. Rouse because he 1. Freshman year. Chick 7. “I could care less.” guided me through my entire 2. English. 5. Sportscenter 10. Attending Prairie State 4 years of high school. 3. Mrs. Antonini because she 6. A girl name Naomi but she 4. Drake - Since Way Back was nice regardless of your doesn’t attend this school. Carly Moore 5. Love N Hip Hop. attitude. 7. “Damn near” 1. Probably my Senior year, 6. Jazare 4. Future - Mask Off 8. When we (boys varsity maybe Sophomore year as 7. “Success isn’t given, its 5. Spongebob basketball team) won the well. earned.” 6. Nobody. opening game of the season 2. History/English 6. Kayla W...she know who 8. Making it to Illinois Prep 7. I called everyone “Doc” at home. 3. Mr. Bell; he is the most she is. Top Times. 8. Graduation 9. I didn’t really change, I optimistic person ever. 7. “It is what it is.” 9. Learned to control my 9. Matured mentally & phys- just became more mature and 4. I’d really love to see you 9. Yes I have mentally. anger. ically responsible. tonight by England Dan & 10. Playing ball and going to 10. Hawkeye for 2 years for 10. Mastering Graphic De- 10. College; a university but John Ford Coley (ask your prom. nursing program then Tennes- sign at Robert Morris Univer- if it doesn’t work out, I would grandparents) see State. sity. go to a trade school then 5. Family Guy because oh my Ariel Kendricks work with engineering as my gosh. 1. Senior year. Kayla Laws Kyra Love career. 6. Ian Kay (2k15) 2. Math. 1. 2013-2014 1. Freshman year. 7. “It won’t always be like 3. Ms. T, she is nice, cool, 2. English. 2. Financial Algebra. Devon McGee this.” and relate-able. She is also 3. Ms. Wishba and because 3. Mr. Richardson because 1. Last day. 8. Throwing Mr. Bell a sur- very easy to talk to, caring she so cool. he taught me a lot and kept it 2. Math. prise birthday party. and fun. 4. Any Lil Herb song. real 24/7 3. Mr. Rouse 9. I’ve become more socially 4. Caroline -Anime 5. Empire. 4. Pink & White by Frank 4. Lil Herb active. 5. Grey’s Anatomy on Wild 6. D.W. Ocean & Bad & Boujee by 6. Skylin Mims 10. Attending College and N Out. 7. “Watch out.” Migos :) 7. “Link” starting life soon after. 8. Going to fright fest plus 8. Meeting my boyfriend. 5. Law & Order 8. Senior year. homecoming 2016 9. I have more insight and 6. Got a boyfriend LOL 9. Yes. Jayla Moore 9. I think I’ve become more less friends. BYE! 10. Iowa State. 1. Making my boyfriend fall- outgoing and outspoken, and 10. After graduation I will 7. Someone told me it would out of his seat freshman year. I’ve also became more social further my education at Park- fly by being a senior and that Samiah McKinney 2. History. over the years. land for 2 years. Then trans- was really true. I blinked and 1. Junior. 3. Mr. Richardson, he was 10. I want to get my bache- fer to Northern. we now have 27 days left. 2. Math. very nice and honest. lors in child development and 8. My favorite senior mem- 3. Mr. bell because he has 4. Ugh by The 1975 teach in a daycare and then Terrell Lawhorn ory was everyone getting taught me so much and keeps 5. The Get Down move on to pediatric nurse. 1. Senior year. along and being T’d. me engaged. 6. EMERSON DORITY 2. Math. 9. I started cutting people off 4. G Herbo - Violin 7. “If you stand for noth- Joshua Knight 3. Mr. Johnson, he’s pretty that annoy me like crazy. 5. Shameless ing, Burr, what will you fall 1. Senior year. cool much, the only serious 10. I want to be a lead web 6. LOL for?”-Alexander Hamil- 2. Auto Tech. teacher I know in this school. designer for a large company. 7. “You only live once!” ton-”Aaron Burr sir” 3. Mr. Jensen 4. I don’t really listen to mu- 8. Pep rally. 8. This year’s homecoming 4. Anything Keef. sic that much. Marcus Luckett 9. I have become more wiser 9. I got a new jacket each 5. Martin. 5. I don’t really watch much 1. Freshman year. and patient. year 7. “ Boy I don’t care.” TV, however, I like watching 2. ASY (?) Auto 10. After graduation I will 10. I plan to go to Ball State 8. The last day. “One Piece”(its an anime 3. Ms. Gill, she was real attend a college to become a and make a few small games. 9. I got a little taller. btw). 4. Rob Stone - Chill Bill neonatal nurse practitioner. 10. Making a lot of money. 6. I had a crush on almost 5. Shameless Muanya Moore EVERYBODY! The list 6. Tytianna Jones Lemaris Miles 1. Having fun my Freshman Dallas Knox would be too big to put on 7. “Cant wait till I leave this 1. My most memorable year year. 1. Junior year. here. goofy school.” was my freshman year. 2. Fashion. 2. English. 7. “D.N.F.-Dumb As F***.” 8. None 2. My favorite subject is En- 3. Mr Rouse because he made 3. Mrs. Williams because she 8. When I finally ended up in 9. Yes. vironmental Science. sure that I was on task. was so supportive and did her a relationship with someone 10. Work until I get my own 3. My favorite teacher is Ms. 4. MoneyBagg Yo - Pride best to make things enjoy- else(only lasted 3 months). auto shop. Bobo because she always 5. Martin. able. 9. I have changed from a there for you. 6. Nobody :) 4. Tyrone - Erykah Badu kind, lovable kid to an ig- Jessica McBounds 4. The song I played the most 7. “Wop” 5. 13 Reasons Why. norant, spiteful jerk(its the 1. My Junior year. is Drake - Fire and Desire 8. Meeting my friends 6. Nobody at Thornridge. truth). 2. Band. 6. My favorite TV show is 10. I prefer not to tell…. 3. Mr. Bell because he’s Fuller House. amazing. Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017 16 Senior Surveys

9. I changed over the years 10. Going to college or 3. Mr. Curl 6. NO ONE BUT MY BOY- 5. Underground and Star because I learned how to national guide. Working and 4. Lil Uzi Vert - XO Tour Life FRIEND! 6. Nobody Thornridge has the keep my distance because traveling. I want to have a 5. Archer 7. “You are a beautiful line of weakest boys everyone is phony. family and be happy still 8. Graduation never ending poetry that my 7. My favorite quote was 10. Working working. 9. Quieter pen can never catch up to…” “Can I get my missing 10. Work - Nichole work?” Monika Mosby 8. Ditching Ms. Nylen class 8. My favorite senior memory 1. Cheering at all the football Thomas Priester and chilling with my friends was going to see the Chicago games. 1. My freshman year in the computer room (not play with Kayla Winston in 2. Math. 2. Spanish 1 & 2 really) it. 3. Mr. Rouse because he 3. Mr. Beckwith because he 9. I’ve learned some things 9. Yes drastically. My attitude gives good advice was funny are not as important being is completely different now. 4. Kash Doll - For Everybody 4. I don’t know happy and successful. Ma- 10. College, Being a mom/ 5. Love & Hip Hop 5. The Walking Dead terial things are nice but I’ll wife, Pursuing my career. 6. Nobody 6. I don’t know her name prefer happiness 7. “You look dusty.” 7. Is it funny 10. Attending TSU in the fall. Jessica Sanders 8. Pep Rally 9. More Mature I am unsure of what I want 1. Freshman year and fighting 9. I learned how to 10. Going to the military to pursue, but there will be Makayla 10. I will be going to hair success in it 2. History school then I will open my Diego Quiriz 3. Nobody really own shop in many states and Austin Pearson 2. Math Tiaira Roberson 4. Lil Durk - Hand Out I will be my own boss. 1. Minding my business 3. Mr. Potacki 1. Junior Year 6. Kiyanna Anderson 2. Probably act because I 5. Fluffy 2. Child Care Lab 7. “Wop” Mya Myers hated everything else 7. “Shut Up” 3. Mr. Bell because he was 8. Giving promposal 1. Junior year. 3. Ms. Nerius even though 8. Being in AFL a great teacher, planned his 9. I have a car and a job 2. Art. she’s gone :( 9. I have not changed, I was lessons well and always 10. I am going far away to 3. Mr. Rouse & Ms. Dixon 4. Famous by Kanye West always nice. kept the class involved in all college and will be some- 4. All Lil Uzi Vert and Tory 5. Steven Universe 10. Working then college activities. where not reachable via Lanez songs 7. “Don’t stop running until 4. Bryson Tiller - Sorry not anything and rich in the next 5. Pep Rally it’s finished” Kashleigh Redd sorry 5 to 10 years. 6. NOBODY! 8. Graduating :) 1. Senior Year 5. Love + Hip Hop 7. “Don’t start no stuff! Won’t 9. Eh, not really 2. Spanish 6. Nobody...not so good Tatyanna Satterfield be no stuff!” 10. Going to an art institute 3. Ms. Wishba because she looking 1. Senior Year 8. Freshman year when Stunt was a cool teacher and she 7. Be Yourself. People don’t 2. Math Taylor came to our dance. Zakeya Pension was nice have to like you and you 3. Mr. Bell / Ms. Almond be- 9. Staying out of drama 1. Pep rally 2016 football 4. Drake - Fake Love don’t have to care, stay hum- cause I like his teaching and 10. In between 5-10 years season 5. Stranger Things ble, work hard, beautiful. Ms. Almond always feeds us. I plan on having my own 2. Math 6. They don’t go here 8. Winning Homecoming 4. Bad & Boujee business 3. Ms. Nylen because she is 7. None Queen 5. No time to watch TV so hilarious 8. Finally Graduating 9. Gained a closer relation- 6. Me, Myself, and I Cornell Ousley Jr. 4. Beyoncé - All Night 9. I lost weight *Laughs* ship with myself, and those I 7. I’m tired 1. Being Sectional Champs 5. My Wife And Kids 10. Going into IBEW-NECA favored around me the most 8. Too stressful to have a with my Drama family 6. Myself :) Tech for Election 10. Still attending college to favorite memory 2. Calculus 7. That S*** Crazy be an obstetrician, Gynecolo- 9. No. 3. Ms. Nesbitt because she 8. Idk Jerry Reeves gist or owning a business 10. Graduating from Clark was a mother to me and the 9. I’ve learned to talk more 1. Freshman Year - Atlanta with a degree in rest of our family at TR 10. Going to college to be a 2. Math Tavier Robinson engineering 4. The Sound of Silence by RN 3. Mr. Bell. The Best teacher 2. Math Disturbed or City of Stars I ever had broke things down. 3. Ms. Zachery because she Akilah Scott from La La Land Craig Philpot 4. There He Go - Kodak pushes her students to do 1. My most memorable year 5. Daredevil 1. Senior Black their best was junior year 6. Rosemarie Garza 2. English 5. The Following 4. Joy of Cookin 2. My favorite subject is 7. “BACK TO THE DRAW- 3. Ms. Nylen 6. Dinata 5. Do not have one fashion ING BOARD” 4. Lil Uzi Vert XO Life 7.Beautiful Thing 6. Mya Myers <3 3. I loved Mr. Thomas, he 8. Breaking into my first final 5. ESPN first take 8. Finishing my college ap- 7. I’m Striving to get to the was such a fun energetic round 6. Dinata plication next of level of improvement teacher 9. I’ve matured 7. Fytb 9. Learned who to trust and 9. Yes a lot 4. I think I’ve played Bruno 10. I want to act, but I may 8. Facing HF not 10. I see myself being mar- Mars - Thats What I Like end up being an accountant 9. Got smarter and dress 10. College ried and a sound engineer. 5. Grey’s Anatomy! better Playing in a Jazz band. I also 6. Josiah Stevens Miracle Patrick-Holmes 10. Be in the press Chyna Richards plan to attend a four year 7. “You can never be over- 1. Playing in band for four 1. Sophomore year when I college possibly central state dressed or over educated” years of high school I love my Krystel Pierre-Louis was a jammer. My year was University. 8. My favorite senior memo- band 1. Fighting Jasmine Hunter :) the last year the team was ry was trying on prom dress- 2. Lunch 2. None good TBH! Amber Rudd es and the feeling of finally 3. Ms. Zachery and Mr. Zach- 3. Mr. Rouse 2. My favorite subject is 1. My most memorable year being almost done with high ery they are funny and been 4.2 1 Savage - No Heart Spanish in high school was my junior school. It rushed over me. around them since freshman 5. Greenleaf 3. I don’t have a favorite year because that’s when I 9. Absolutely! I’ve matured year 6. Julius :p teacher because there are a had the most fights. and grown from freshman 4. Kehlani - Distraction 7. “You ain’t S*** certain select of teachers I 2. Math was my favorite year a lot and I’m thankful 5. We bare bears 8. None learned from. subject for it 6. Leanna Williams 9. I believe who is my true 4. The Weeknd - I feel it com- 3. My favorite teacher was 10. After graduation I plan to 7. “Don’t touch my Pillsbury” friend and to never trust a s ing #FAVORITESONG Mr. Anderson because he’s attend Western Illinois Uni- 8. Playing in the band for my 10. Work/ College 5. Adventure Time like another father figure versity. I’m undecided in my last year 4.The song I think I played studies but in whatever I plan 9. I built up my confidence Lorenzo Plaxico III the most this year was Migos to do I plan to be successful. and put more pride into my 1. Sophomore year - Cocoon attitude. 2. History Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017 Senior Surveys 17

Kyle Segers Jeanette Strickland 7. “You gotta make it hap- find a job soon and go back Lyric Walker 1. Getting mased in the front 1. Sophomore year pen” to school to be a dermatolo- 1. Junior Year of the school 2. American Law 8. Making Ms. Nesbitt proud gist 2. Biology 2. Lunch 3. Yvonne Nesbitt ! - My 9. Matured and opened my 3. Ms. Mcnamara 3. Ms. Nylen but she a corn second mother eyes to a lot of things Dynalee Toy 4. I don’t know, I listen to a 4. Voicemail by C Dot Hon- 4. Bad & Boujee - Migos 10. Military or actor (which 1. Senior year it’s the only lot of music cho 5. Bad Girls Club ever comes first) one I remember Lol 5. The Walking Dead 5. The back of my eyelids 6. I don’t crush 2. Theatre 6. Somebody 6. Mary Jane 7. “Watch Keepin up with Lavontae Thomas 3. Ms. Nesbitt she was very 7. “You irritating 7. May 21st me please bouje” @ young.boojieee 1. Sophomore year inspirational 8. Laughing with my best- 8. Performing in Theatre 8. Winning sectionals for 2. None Bruh 4. Location by Khalid friends about nothing 10. Getting money drama 3. Ms. Nylen Coach A 5. 13 Reasons Why 9. None 4. 2KTAE - No Love (Go take 6. Cornell for a minute LOL 10. I plan on going to college Sashawna Shepherd a listen its on soundcloud) 7. That’s unfortunate 1. The most memorable year 5. South Park (OBGYN) Nakiya Washington was my sophomore year. 6. Lmao Chill 8. I really can’t remember 1. Freshman + Junior Year 2. Geometry and Algebra 1 7. Cheaters never win, but I anything fun though 2. Spanish 3. Ms. Ousley & Mrs. Rob- graduated 9. Yeah, I learned not to take 3. Mrs. Franco because she inson-Sabbat, because they 8. It’s illegal things to the heart, what hap- is an amazing teacher and were very supporttive. 9. Yes, I speak differently pens happens she really taught me spanish 4. Reggae 10. Owning a business 10. College then career language 5. Meet the Browns 4. Problems - 6lack 6. Theodore Thompson Martez Thomas Lauren Tureaud 5. Bates Motel 7. “You can’t throw away life 1. Freshman Year 1. Junior 6. Myself to easy.” 2. Geometry 2. Math freshman year 7. “Girl, woo!” 8. When I had my baby girl 3. Mr. Stiff 3. Mrs. Divon + Mr. Rose. 8. Prom 9. No, I’m still the same ole 5. I don’t watch tv like that Their so cool and just fun 9. I’ve grown mentally and me. 6. Officer Hill <3 people emotionally as a person. 10. I would go to a university 7. “I hate you” sarcasm 4. Documentary & Talk That 10. After graduation, I’ll be 8. My Birthday by Lucci attending Illinois State Uni- Trinity Simmons 9. Everyone is not your friend 5. I don’t watch tv like that versity attaining my B.A. 1. Senior Year 10. Go to college 6. Officer Hill <3 2. Math 9. I’m not as ghetto and 7. “I hate you” sarcasm Ja’Lecia Watkins 3. All of my teachers are ratchet, I became a lady :) Theodore Thompson 8. My Birthday 1. Going to state for drama awesome! 10. 5 years - graduating from 1. Well, my most memorable 9.Everyone is not your friend 2. English 4. Too Cold by Trip Lee Alabama State 10 years - year is my senior year be- 10.Go to college 3. Ms. McNamara 5. How To Get Away With Start my life as your future cause I had a beautiful baby 4. Kehlani - Crzy Murder news reporter and you will girl Amber Tyson 5. American Horror Story 6. That’s a secret see me in movies 2. My favorite subject was 1. Junior Year 6. He know who he is 7. Philippians 4:13 Media production with Mr. 2. Literature Year 7. Dream.Believe.Dare.Do 8. Enjoying winter break with Darius Taylor LeCompte 3. Mrs. Ferguson, because 8. Basketball season senior my friends 2. Engineering 3. My favorite teachers were I’m her favorite night 9. I’m a more responsible and 3. Mr. Whitman Mr. Rouse and Ms. Dixon my 4. Moneybagg Yo Gang Gang 9. I realized that at the end of independent individual 4. STFU favorite security guard was 5. 13 Reasons Why the day all you have is your- 10. I plan to attend college 5. Futurama Officer Hodges 6. He knows who he is self 6. Ask me later, I don’t know 4. Future Used To This ft. 7. You’re irritating 10. Going to college Destiny Simpson her name. Drake 8. Hanging out with friends 1. Sophomore year 7. When you fall off that 5. Empire 9. I’ve gotten info Marcus Watkins 2. Math horse, you get right back up 6. Sashawna Shepherd 10. Go to college 1. Sophomore 3. Mrs. P. (culinary teacher) and get on that horse. 7. Play hard or go home 2. Math because I’m the closest to her 9. I got meaner 8. Have a kid and graduation Joseph Walker 3. Nylen, she funny 4. 4 Walls by Vedo 10. You’ll see 9. I used to be quiet and up- 1. Senior 4. FBG duck - Let’s Talk 5. Spongebob Ethan Thomas beat but now I’m relaxed and 2. Lunch 5. Martin 6. Marcus 1. Senior upbeat 3. Ms. Nylen 6. Destiny 7. “Ight lil daddy” 2. Spanish 2 10. I’m planning on going 4. Bad & Boujee - Migos 7. “Aight watch out” 8. None 3. Ms. T to college and working to 5. Person of Interest 8. Fights 9. Been more open, fixed my 4. G herbo - Pull Up better myself and support my 7. Skeezer 9. Got stronger and better attitude 5. Empire family 8. The big fight in the front 10. Making money 10. Going to college at Ala- 6. Dallas Knox 9. Yes bama University 7. Can’t wait to graduate Kenisha Townsend 10. Marine Corps. 8. Prom 1. Senior year Ashley Smallwood 9. I matured and becoming a 2. History 1. The drill team thot 3. Mr. Bell because he makes 2. Ancient World History 10. Finish college and stack- it easier to learn Senior Survey 2k17 3. Ms. Wishba ing my money 4. Nao - Bad blood 4. Lucci Documentary 5. Teen Wolf 1. What was your memorable year in high school? 5. The Walking Dead Jalen Thomas 6. C…..he knowwww… 2. What was your favorite subject? 6. Didn’t have one 1. Freshman 7. I can do all things through 3. Who was your favorite teacher/staff member? Why? 7. “You have to be willing 2. Lunch christ who strengthens me8.I 4. What song do you think you played this year? sacrifice to survive” 3. Mrs. Nesbitt and Mr. Rich- don’t have one, but it will be 5. What was your favorite TV show this year? 8. Don’t have one but I’m ardson because they were the when I graduate! It’s lit! 6. Who was your senior crush? ADMIT IT ;) sure it would be prom realest people you would ever 9. I have became more eager 7. What was your favorite quote or saying this year? 9.Yes, Mature meet to graduate 8. What is your favorite senior memory? 10.Community College after 4. GMGB - Expect the Unex- 10. I plan on attending SIUE 9. How have you changed over these four years of high school? High School then maybe a pected this fall to major in pharma- 10. What do you plan on doing after graduation? 5 years? 10 University college 5. None I don’t watch tv cy. I should get my PharmD years? College/university? Work? Military ? 6. The Money degree in six years. I hope to Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017 18 Senior Surveys

Ramone Watts real chill Nia Williams Yakov Witherspoon 1. Going through everything 4. Lucci - Thoughts to Myself 1. Freshman Year 1. Getting kicked out and coming up from that. 5. Criminal Minds 2. English 2. Forensic Science 2. Reading 6. NOBODY! 3. Ms. Franco 3. Ms. Nylen, she brings lots 3. Ms. Coleman 8. Getting my cap and gown 4. Kevin Garcia - Heart Like of energy to the classroom. 4. A Boosie 9. From aggressive to humble Yours 4. All of the Herb 5. The Walking Dead 5. The Vampire Diaries 5. NBA Basketball 6. Dynalee Briana Williams 7. “That’s Funny” 6. Mya, Ivana, Alex, Daishia, 7. “What you mean?” 1. Freshman Year 8. Pep Rally when the teach- Samiah, Erykah, Makiyah, 8. Getting ready for prom 2. Writing ers performed La’Myia, Tierra, Makayla, 9. Staying focused 3. None, where my diploma? 9. IDK Ashley, Akari, Ariel, and 10. Going to college or work- 4. All things Herbo 10. Going to a university Monica ing 5. Love & Hip Hop Atlanta, 7. “You’re a corn” All ratchet TV Nicole Williams 8. The ending Raven Watts 6. Nobody, all y’all kids is 1. Senior Years 9. Yes 1. Freshman ugly 2. History 10. Becoming the President 2. Math 7. “Link?” 3. Mr. Bell 3. Mr. Raybon 8. Homecoming Pep Rally 4. Feeling Good - Michael Marquis Witt 8. Jumping 18 feet in long 6. Nobody 9. I became way more re- Bublé 1. Sophomore jump 8. Hooping sponsible 5. Blacklist 2. Nun they all was weak 9. Not too much 9. Yes 10. Central Missouri - 5 years 6. No one 3. Mr. Johnson and Mrs. 10. Attending University of 10. College / hooping Married to Chris Brown with 7. “Good, Better, Best, never Nylen Illinois Urbana Champaign, 2 kids - 10 years let it rest, until your good is 4. Everything Future and owning my own businesses. Elyssa Webb better and your better, best” Drake 1. Freshman Year Latreasa Williams 8. Winter Break 5. Sports Center Ocean B. Garth 2. History 1. When I was in cross coun- 9. More Outgoing 6. Latrice 2. English 3. Mrs. Catron because she try and was the first individu- 10. UIC, Med school to be a 7. “By any means necessary.” 3. Well this year it is Ms. was laid back and funny al to get to sectionals. doctor 8. Senior night for football Nylen, because I feel she 4. Ambitionz as a rider - Lud 2. P.E. and wrestling taught the best. Foe 3. Mrs. Catron, because she is Tashieka Wilson 9. Yea more mature 5. Law and Order 5. Love and Hip Hop my coach and has a very nice 1. It would be senior year 10. IDK hopefully New York 6. No one 6. Didn’t have one at TR spirit. (last year and the best year) 8. Getting my car 7. “#I’m with all the BS” 4. Rihanna - Work 2. Culinary and Child devel- Alexia Woodruff 9. Yes, I’ve become more 8. Pep rally 5. Big Little Lies opment 1.Freshman year mature 9. I became more involved 6. Nobody 3. Mrs. Mitro 2. English 10. Chicago State studying 10. College - John Amico 7. “She or he one of those” 4. Khalid - Location 3.Mr. A., he helped me the medical business administra- 8. Cross Country 5. 13 Reasons Why whole time I was here tion. Tonii White 9. I have not been tardy nor 9. I’ve been myself all 4 4.Lud Foe- Ambition of a 1. Sophomore late since. years of high school. rider Deidrea Graham 2. AP Calculus 10. After graduation, I am 10. After graduation, I plan to 5.Love and Hip Hop 1. Freshman Year 3. Mr. Biesiada, this is be- going to Missouri Southern go to a university in Iowa. I 6.HAHA :) Not gonna hap- 2. Fashion cause he is the best math State University; then medi- want to study art. pen! (: 3. I’m good on everybody teacher ever. cal school; working in some 7.“Ok so what that mean” 5. LHH 4. Love On the Brain - Ri- clinic to become a vet...or Kayla Winston 8.Prom//Graduation 7. Do you wanna fight? hanna maybe live in Florida (Orlan- 1. Performing Chicago for 9.I became more mature 8. Homecoming 5. Dance Moms do) to train dogs. the sound and showing the 10.Going to college! 10. I’m finna be on a paper 6. Jose Diaz school my talent chase. 7. Go with the flow Leanna Williams 2. Social Studies and Math Demetri Woods 8. Learning to do a backhand 1. Freshman year 3. Mrs. Nesbitt because she 1. Junior year because the Skowion Roberson Jr. spring 2. Art was more than a teacher she ACT 1. Being in stage crew 9. I have changed my study- 3. Mr. Alderson, because he was a second mother and 2. Financial Algebra 2. Math ing habits and learned that keeps everything 100! brought my talent out to the 3. Mr. Zachery because we 3. Ms. Bobo, because she is a you have to work for what 4. PNB - Selfish world always talked about sports in real cool person. you want. 5. Chewing Gum 4. Same ole mistakes by there 4. My whole play list 10. Going to the University 6. Oliver Rihanna 4. A Boogie - I know whats 5. Empire of Illinois at Urbana-Cham- 7. “On baby” 5. Empire real 6. I didn’t have a senior pagne 8. Don’t have one 6. Larry Jordan 5. Martin crush, but I did have a crush 9. Yes 7. “May 21st me” 7. “Some people want it to my junior year. Brian Wilbourn 10. Going to college in 8. Going to state with my happen, some wish it would 7. I didn’t have one 1.The fights Waynesville, MO for nursing. team, and being asked to happen, others make it hap- 8. Hanging out and talking 2. Auto tech (AST) prom pen.” with friends. 3. Mr. Curl Lizabeth Williams 9. Yes I have changed over 8. When we played against 9. Yes 4. Lud Foe - Ghetto Love 1. Freshman year (Bussin) these four years, and have Prosser, I scored 41 pts 10. Going to college 5. The Walking Dead 3. Mr. Conry, Mrs. Catron. changed my view on life ever 10. Florida Southwestern 6. Shakeia 4. They are really good role since I’ve been here State 7. “Aye lil mama” or “Hey” models, my second parents! 10. What I plan on doing 8. Making it with my girl- Love them; Ms. Tee TOO! after graduation is traveling, Wynda Wormack friend she motivated me all 4. Lil Herb - I Got That enjoying my life this summer. 1. Freshman the way 5. Grey’s Anatomy By doing this it will help me 2. History with Mr. Bell 9. Yes I matured 7. I was born in a world of find out what I really want to 3. Mrs. Catron because she 10. Going to the military then hatred...if you got a weak do in life. I want to continue is always the same person no college mind you not gone make it. to sing and perform and learn matter who around. 8. Silly string the rest of the all different types of things in 4. Diamonds Dancing - Mya Willis year was weak life. Drake & Future 1. Freshman year 9. I’m just Lizz! 5. Empire 2. PE 10. Have my own business 6. Davon Haynes 3. Ms. Nylen; she’s cool, after my 6 years of college. 7. “Boy Bye” Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017

Intellectual Athletics 19 TR Mathletes Win BiG

Freshman/Sophomore Calculator Juniors 4th Place Functions and Graphs 4th Place (Tie w/TT) Robert Hardy (9) Jordan Pulley (9) Alice Dixon (11) Aliyah Tolar (9) Mario Naide (11) Cynthia Morales (10) Ricardo Jacinto (11) Darell Jones (10) Brooklyn Smith (11) Richard Ford (10) Harriet Omodayo (11)

Calculator(Jr/Sr) Sophomore Complementary Angles 3rd Place 2nd Place (Tie w/TT)

Ricardo Jacinto (11) Lool Mekonen (10) Alice Dixon (11) Angel Williams (10) Mario Naide (11) Cynthia Morales (10) Tashauna Divers (12) Evelyn Espinoza-Reyes (10) Tonii White (12) Richard Ford (10) Darell Jones (10)

Seniors Solving Triangles 4th place Radical Equations 2nd place Anta Diop (12) Wynda Wormack (12) Lool Mekonen (10) Tashauna Divers (12) Angel Williams (10) Kenisha Townsend (12) Cynthia Morales (10) Cornell Ousley (12) Evelyn Espinoza-Reyes (10) Richard Ford (10) Darell Jones (10) Complex Numbers 4th place Anta Diop (12) Tonii White (12) Probability (Fresh/Soph) 1st place Tashauana Divers (12) Wynda Wormack (12) Evelyn Espinoza-Reyes (10) and Kenisha Townsend (12) Lool Mekonen (10)

Group Competitions Freshman/Sophomore Matrix Algebra 4th place 3rd Place Florence Omodayo (9) (Tie w/TT) Angel Williams (10) Evelyn Espinoza-Reyes (10)

Cornell Ousley (10)

Junior/Senior 3rd place Linear Program (Jr/Sr) 4th place Cornell Ousley (12) Anta Diop (12) Tonii White (10) Brooklyn Smith (11) Harriet Omodayo (11)

Thornridge High School 15000 Cottage Grove Avenue Dolton, IL Volume 57 Issue 5 Senior Edition 2017 20 Athletics

TR Represents at the Eisenhower Invitational Baseball Standings By Treyvaughn Heard Varsity: Overall 2-18 Conference 0-11

Softball Standings Varsity: Overall 0-11 Conference 0-8

Bring On The Smoke!

By Treyvaughn Heard

Demarius Byrd scored in the lue Smoke hosted their B long jump, triple jump, and first official track meet. The high jump, respectively. 4x800 was the first event to start off the meet and the run- It is the end of the meet ners were Johnny Dickson, and the main event is upon Corey Thomas, Davon Bold- us. This is the most anticipat- en, and Jazari Jones. Johnny (l-r) Jazare Jones, Corey Thomas, Treyvaughn Heard, Markus Jordan, Craig Philpot, Johnny ed event which everyone was began with good lead. Corey Dickson, (front) Devodric Brown waiting for--the 4x400m. TR maintained that lead on the Coaches are readying their second leg, Davon held on to best runners: Johnny Dick- it as well, and Jazari took it tarting the track meet, son, Craig Philpot, Davon S starts but it is a different from barrels down the straight home winning 1st place. That the Blue Smoke starts it off Bolden, and Corey Thomas. the 4x200m. In this particu- away. Antonio takes off too was just the first event, but with the 4x100. Frosh/soph Johnny started it off and got a lar race one person runs the early when Craig tried to tell there is more where that came runs first with the lineup of good lead, Craig maintained first 100m, the second person to slow down so that Antonio from. Treyvaughn Heard, Markus runs the next 100m, the third can receive the baton. the lead, Corey, and Davon Jordan, Cornell Motley, and did the same so it was a huge person runs 200m, and the Antonio slows down and Later on in the meet, Tejuan Johnson. Treyvaughn lead from the jump. TR Takes fourth person runs 400m. almost goes out of the ex- Davon Bolden ran the 400m; starts it off with a good lead first place! Markus Jordan starts it off change zone, unfortunaetly prior to running he said, “If for the first leg, Markus After the win Corey running on the curve of the the baton was dropped; both the guy beats me and runs receives the baton and gets Thomas says, “Just anoth- track, Tejuan Johnson runs looked at each other in shock. with a time of 0:49 seconds a gap on the other teams, er great day to get a win .” the straightaway while the Antonio picks it up and con- then you are going to see a Tejuan gets the baton from Thornridge Blue Smoke other runners trail aside of tinues to run it out while the different Davon!” The race Markus and is set to be in placed 3rd overall in the him. Treyvaughn receives the team falls in last place, better begins, Davon sprints to the first; he just has to close it meet, GO BLUE SMOKE! baton and sprints the 200m, luck next time guys. curve and shows his long out. he puts TR in the third place The meet goes on with strides out through the back Cornell gets the baton and position and now Davon gets many good scores in long stretch. He is being patient to holds the lead by 5 meters, the baton. Davon passes all jump, high jump, triple jump, make his move coming up on but fell short when three oth- the runners, which gives the sprints, and distance races. the 300 mark. He goes all out er teams passed. The Blue Blue Smoke first place in the Everyone was waiting for now on the straightaway, he Smoke was felled and came frosh/soph medley. the last event which is the is pushing as hard as he can in fourth place. Varsity gets ready to run 4x400m. Sophomore 4x400m to pass the runner in front of Varsity 4x100 did not do the 4x200m with the lineup team came in first place for him. Davon leans in at the too well on the exchanges. being Albert Arnold, Craig theres and varsity comes in finish; neck-and-neck with The first and second leg Philpot, Antonio Hondras, third place due to not having another runner, but Davon bumped in to each other and Louis Bradly. Albert their original lineup. WINS it all. He takes 1st that almost made each other leads it off in the staggered Overall, the team did a place with a running time of both to go out the exchange lanes. Craig receives the very good job in the meet 0:49 seconds in the 400m. zone. They placed 4th in the baton and is now holding sec- and hope for more to come. Albert Arnold and Louis 4x100m relay. ond place while still looking Thornridge Blue Smoke Bradly exchanging the baton The frosh/soph medley to close in on the lead as he is sitting in 4th place with how few points they have scored throughout during the other field events. The varsity runners and frosh/soph scored Sport Bits ‘n Bites: a good amount of points in the relays to add to the team #Don’t forget to get your sports physicals before next season! points, but it just was not quite enough to earn a higher ranking. #Nurture your craft...join a summer league! Corey Thomas and Johnny Dickson scored in the indi- #Check with your coach before you leave for summer break. There are vidual 800m, Albert Arnold, many sports camps happening at TR. Antonio Hondras, and Craig Phipot in the 100m dash.