THE NEWS April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 Scheduling Process Unfolds Once Again Mr. Schmick Prepares to Retire Four years of opportunities and obstacles 2012-13 School Year Will Be His Last

by Theodore Delwiche similar position as freshman year, with a by Brian Choo in 1958, he remembers the wonderful Upper school course selections are few key exceptions. Students who take art A year from now, Headmaster Schmick teachers and friends he met. Moreover, often winding and intimidating. Although may be enrolled in the humanities course will be wrapping up his last year as head- he recalls that he particularly enjoyed the freshmen and sophomores may lament which meets every day and fulfills both master of Gilman School. As planned, Mr. lacrosse program, Traveling Men, Debate the rigid predestination involved in the the English and history requisites; double Schmick only wished to stay in the posi- Club, and the Honor Code. In an official construction of their schedules, everyone language students may also be enrolled tion of head of the school for around three letter to the school, he stated, “Even holds a certain amount of power in the in this course. Also, for those who may to five years, and the 2012-2013 school during my days as a student, a dream of choice of their classes. This liberty can have taken American government, the year will be his sixth as head. In the past mine was to be Headmaster of Gilman. prove to be an unparalleled blessing for sixth course Sophomore year will be a two years, he has been instrumental in To realize this ambition and play a role in those excited and knowledgeable about combination of music and art history. crafting Gilman’s long range plan, one shaping Gilman’s future are highlights of which subject matters they would like After the simple days as an under- that aims to catapult the school into the my career.” We wish Mr. Schmick the best to pursue. However, for those not aware classman fade into nonexistence, it is heart of the twenty-first century. Mr. in his concluding year as headmaster. of course options nor of curriculum important to realize that certain aca- Schmick will help implement Gilman’s requirements, the scheduling process demic requirements need to be fulfilled to newly minted long-range plan before can become a horrific nightmare that graduate. Students must take an English passing on the position of headmas- perpetually deteriorates any general course every semester of Upper School ter to a new person in the coming condition of well-being. and a history course all semesters up to year. Although Mr. Schmick will During freshman year, students are senior year. They must also complete two step down as headmaster, he plans required to take a standard load of six years of Lab Science (Physical Science, to continue to play a role in shaping core classes, four of which are mandatory Biology, Chemistry, or Physics), and have Gilman’s future, including working (English, math, world cultures, and physi- a combined six math and science credits. for fundraising and alumni relations. cal science). With the last two, one must Finally, they must continue a language for Gilman has been extremely fortunate be either a modern or classical language three consecutive years. to have Mr. Schmick as a leader in the and the other either a second language, Once one becomes an upperclassman, community. Asked what is the most American government, pinhole to digital, the options and correlating anxieties important thing he has learned while art, or the recent addition of robotics. over scheduling increase exponentially. at Gilman, he explained that he has While certainly most will decide to con- Juniors have the opportunity to only been blessed to come across so many tinue in Spanish and French, more unique enroll in five courses and also take senior talented individuals. From the stu- options such as Arabic and Ancient Greek, electives that are not already filled. In dents to faculty, staff, and parents, though stressed from lack of enrollment, late February of junior year, the entire Mr. Schmick cherishes the people exist. prospect of school classes is further he has met. When he first came to Sophomore year selection holds a very Continued on Page 5 Gilman as a fourth grade student Mr. Phillips: The Man Behind the ‘How To Succeed’ Cast Update: Mickey Mouse Hands Zane MacFarlane ‘13 “amuse the younger kids,” but he did not by James Johnson by Zane MacFarlane expect that “it would go over as [well] as We thought Mr. Greg Phillips had it did.” Parents and older kids alike enjoy Although “How to Succeed in Business your own familiar identity of the day and waved us into the Gilman morning car- going up to him and expressing how much Without Really Trying” may be about a to transform into a completely different pool with his Mickey Mouse gloves for “they love his gloves.” young man climbing the corporate ladder person on stage at night. Also, working the last time when he went over to work As a beloved member of the Gilman with as little effort as possible, the title together with friends toward a common at Bryn Mawr School, but he just couldn’t communioty, he just wants to “[try] to has no reflection on the actual construc- goal creates rewarding, unforgettable stay away. make you smile and brighten your day.” tion of the show. Anyone who is in “How memories and emotions. Mr. Phillips, a traffic guard in the He explained that he sees parents who are to Succeed” can say that an incredible Apart from learning and mornings at Gilman and at Bryn Mawr in carrying around their problems and just amount of time and practice goes into the staging the actual script the afternoon, says he directs about “400 wants to make them smile?, but he tries production. Under the leadership of Mr. and music, the cast and or more” cars through Gilman’s carpool “[not to] bring his problems to work” so Rowell, Ms. Fink, Ms. O’Brien, and Ms. crew will help build line each morning, a job that was plagued that he can focus on directing the traffic. Cook, the cast rehearses almost every the set with the with traffic once Mr. Phillips briefly left. “I just want to try to make a differ- weeknight from 6 P.M. to 9 P.M. and also help of Mr. Flint Mr. Phillips began as a contract worker ence… That’s what you have to try to do Sunday afternoons, depending on scenes who has designed at Bryn Mawr School before he moved to in everything you do in life, make a dif- or musical numbers. revolving elevators, Gilman for a full-time position, and once ference… [and] enjoy what you do” A typical day for a cast member may spinning tables, he came, he knew that Gilman had “a traf- When not at Gilman or Bryn Mawr, unfold like this: go to school, go to athlet- and huge offices fic problem,” and, when approaching the Mr. Phillips is an avid tennis player and ics, get a quick dinner, rehearse, go home, for “How to Succeed”. problem, he stressed that “safety is [his] fondly remembers his days of playing do homework, and sleep. As the week It will be another main concern.” defense in basketball, baseball, and advances, the days seem to grow longer opportu- nity for “I want to save headaches because [all football. “I used to be the small guy… until the weekend arrives. But the time the cast to spend time the parents] have to get to work or have [and] was put up against the big guys and commitment is worth the struggle; put- together in a less stress- other meetings.” Mr. Phillips, once he eventually I got bigger.” ting on a musical is a once-in-a-lifetime ful envi- ronment. got into the routine of doing the morning Much like playing defense as a kid, Mr. experience that has its benefits. First, the A s a member of carpool, wanted “to add a little flavor [to Phillips is the defender of the order of demanding schedule forces cast members the cast, I cannot wait the morning carpool]…[and] take it to morning carpool and without his smiling to plan and work ahead on the weekends for open- ing night on another level.” face, his Mickey Mouse gloves, and his or during free time, creating a more Thursday, May 3… even Being “somewhat of a comedian,” Mr. strict dedication to safety, there would diligent student/athlete/thespian. More though it’s coming u p q u i c k e r Phillips knew that he was “going to get be commotion each morning getting to importantly, it is a chance to step out of than expected. some Mickey Mouse gloves” to try to school.

FEATURES Editorial on Pi Day (page 3), Gilman Basketball (page 8), Scheduling Opinion (page 5)

EXCLUSIVES Burgeoning Businessmen, It’s Academic, and Mock Trial All Compete (page 4) page 2 April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5

to diverge from toeing Reagan’s conserva- he hadn’t let any new-fangled scientific The Decline of Republican tive line, who was decidedly anti-plant, theorizing mess with his head. Indeed, stating that “trees cause more pollution his amendment proposed that the teach- than automobiles do,” in an infamous ing of evolution in public schools must be Intellectualism 1981 speech. questioned in favor of intelligent design. By Rishi Bedi children into their image, not his,” To read It’s certainly a progressive move for It’s reassuring, at least, that Santorum a little between the lines, he is in effect a decidedly conservative candidate. But proves that it’s obviously possible to “Anti-intellectualism has been a con- stating that the children of Americans hey, at least Santorum knows where he evade the sly intentions of liberals to stant thread winding its way through our who did not go to college should not stands. Whether or not the plant lobby educate the nation’s college students. political and cultural life, nurtured by pursue a college education, affirming a exerts similar influence over Governor Senator Santorum not only takes aim the false notion that democracy means conclusion that runs explicitly contrary Romney is less clear. In October, he told at the ideology of social mobility, but also that ‘my ignorance is just as good as your to the ideas of social mobility America voters that his “view is that we don’t know ignores the statistics of unemployment knowledge.’” –Isaac Asimov stands for. Should we take away student what’s causing climate change on this that have induced panic in the Ameri- grants? Tuition for returning vets? The planet. And the idea of spending trillions can economy since the recession. Those The theoretical underpinnings of savings could balance the budget while and trillions of dollars to try to reduce with a college education have weathered political debate in our country have long balancing the political scales as the CO2 emissions is not the right course for the fluctuating unemployment over the depended on a certain level of intellectual nation’s “pursuit of happiness” is chal- us.” Romney ends up pleasing neither the last three years with far more success discourse: policy is argued and crafted lenged away from “liberal” learning. plants nor the people! than those without. But let’s ignore that, from the common starting-point of an What could be worse than “brainwash- Fortunately for Santorum, however, let’s forget what a college education can educated electorate, and by consequence, ing” our young, untarnished souls? it seems he escaped at least some of the do for the prosperity of the American an enlightened government. It’s naturally Pennsylvania’s favorite son has had liberal brainwashing over his eight years people, and let’s make sure we’re not let- alarming, then, when an arguably-viable nearly a decade of college-level educa- of higher education. His 2001 proposed ting socialist, foreign-born, liberal devils candidate for the Republican presidential tion – based on 2011 tuition rates, he “Santorum Amendment” to the No indoctrinate our children. Thanks for the nomination decries the pursuit of higher has paid approximately $208,000 over Child Left Behind Act certainly showed advice, Rick. education as “elitist” and fit for “snobs.” eight years of undergraduate education, a There have always been politicians on masters in business administration, and the extreme ends of the spectrum; one of a juris doctor degree. If anyone has been Is the wordsmith becoming a the proud points of the implementation “indoctrinated” by the liberal agendas of of American democracy is that unpopular American higher education, it’s surely “deedsmith?” viewpoints do have the opportunity to be Santorum. To hear a presidential candi- heard. As Senator Santorum, a proud date with two graduate degrees tell the By Jake Wohl alumnus of Pennsylvania State Univer- voting populace that college isn’t meant day existential threat, and that “Israel's sity, postulates, higher education is an for everyone is the statement that reeks I had the privilege of attending the place as a Jewish and democratic state elitist pursuit that is corrupting young of elitism, not the converse. AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs must be protected.” He also tried to high- minds. We should all listen carefully. Jon Huntsman, former Utah Governor, Committee) Policy Conference in Wash- light his prior efforts to support Israel Addressing supporters, the contender stood up for science, and the poll numbers ington, D.C. this weekend. During the by bringing to light his defense for Israel for the Grand Old Party’s presidential speak for themselves. Santorum decided plenary session, I had the honor, along at the Durban conference when leaders nomination declared his view of those to follow suit, showing that he too is a fan with over 13,000 other pro-Israel activ- from all over the world questioned, in who sacrifice years of struggle to attain of Mother Nature. “The dangers of carbon ists, to hear the speech of the President of a public forum, Israel’s legitimacy and higher education: “I understand why dioxide? Tell that to a plant, how danger- the United States, Barack Obama, regard- called Zionism racism. He also mentioned [Obama] wants you to go to college. He ous carbon dioxide is,” Santorum told ing “the unbreakable bond between his support when “[he] stood before the wants to remake you in his image. I want the Gulf Coast Energy Summit on March Israel and the United States.” President United Nations general assembly and to create jobs so people can remake their 12th. At least he’s showing his willingness Obama’s speech echoed the theme of this reaffirmed that any lasting peace must year’s policy conference, “Shared Value acknowledge the legitimacy of Israel and and Shared Vision.” But did he mean it? its security concerns.” Lastly, one of the In the past, President Obama has given most important parts of his speech was speeches of empty or nearly empty rheto- when Barack Obama expressed concern ric when discussing Israel’s security and that seemed sincere for Israel’s well being Gilman School its bond with America. Not only have his and existence when he said in bold terms, words created the perception of distance “any Palestinian partner must recognize between the United States and Israel, but Israel’s right to exist and reject violence (410)323-3800 ext. 448 also his words and policies have embold- and adhere to existing agreements.” www.GilmanNews.com ened the international enemy, Iran, to Seemingly, President Barack Obama’s increase its nuclear weapon capabilities. speech at AIPAC demonstrates an impor- The Gilman News welcomes letters to the editor. Iran’s development has emerged to the tant shift in his rhetoric in terms of The News reserves the right to edit letters for length and grammar. point where its nuclear energy is almost the strength and clarity with which he Send correspondence to [email protected], or to: considered military grade. This change describes the “unbreakable bond between poses an existential threat to Israel, Israel and the United States.” However, which means that one atomic bomb could he has unfortunately already shown The Gilman News wipe Israel and its people off the map. signs of equivocating on this point. For Gilman School Iran’s nuclear progress is so noticeable example, just days after his speech hitting 5407 Roland Avenue that there is international cooperation on those five key points, Obama recanted for plans to deliver economic sanctions in an interview with Jake Tapper of ABC Baltimore, Maryland against them. Furthermore, many coun- News. When asked about what he meant tries around the world are worried about when saying, “have Israel’s back,” he EDITORS-IN-CHIEF RISHI BEDI, SETH GRAY Iran’s hegemony in the region and the responded by saying, “Just like we do MANAGING EDITORS TEDDY DELWICHE, ALEX FANG, potential threat of terrorism. They now with the whole range of other allies, just realize that a nuclear Iran would not stop like we do with Great Britain and Japan.” NOAH DELWICHE after Israel. According to esteemed columnist Charles SPORTS EDITOR GRANT LOUNSBURY In his speech, it seems that President Krauthammer in his article Obama vs. Barack Obama has also come around and Israel, “Obama expanded the statement PHOTO EDITOR JOHN CHIRIKJIAN stepped up to the plate. Obama spoke to to say the relationship is not unique to COPY EDITOR BRIAN CHOO five ideas leading to his main point that, Israel, but it’s similar to America’s rela- LAYOUT EDITOR DANIEL CITRON “you don’t have to just count on my words, tionship with its allies altogether.” We you can look at my deeds.” Beginning have already come to know President BUSINESS EDITOR BOSLEY JARRETT with Iran, Obama said that he would Obama as a wordsmith. So when Obama FACULTY ADVISORS CESARE CICCANTI, impose more severe economic sanctions said, “you don’t have to just count on my against Iran that are to be implemented words, you can look at my deeds,” this is MICHAEL KELLY, at full force along with international the time to see if he is still just a ton of LARRY MALKUS acceptance. As a second point, Obama hot air. In other words, now it is time to CONTRIBUTORS Brett Brodsky, Gardner Eager, Simon Evered, Jake also promised his devotion to the secu- see if the promises he has made in this Groenke, Liam Higgins, Uche Ihenatu, James John- rity of both the United States and Israel. propitious speech hold true in the hopes son, Zane MacFarlane, Ethan Park, Ben Rothkin, Ben Importantly, he emphasized his acknowl- that Barack Obama becomes a reliable Roytenberg, Will Sherman, John Stoller, Kyle Taran- edgement and his belief that the world President of the United States of America. tino, Joseph White, Jake Wohl, David Cha, Bosley needs to begin recognizing Israel’s right Then, we will know that President Barack Jarrett, Gabe Donner, Andy Shea to exist, right to self- determination, Obama is as good of a “deedsmith” as he right to defend itself against the every is a wordsmith. April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 page 3 Don’t Be Square, Gilman! By Joseph White

Few things can be considered more of pi’s limitless delights. Gilman ought Pi Day has even been recognized for- While religious celebrations like important than Pi Day. It has been called to follow in this time-honored tradition mally by the United States Congress in Christmas and Hanukkah are fraught the pinnacle of human achievement by by hosting its own pie-eating contests, H. Res. 224: with dogma and controversy, observed some, and remains the undisputed king with teachers and students competing “Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the only by a certain few, pi transcends all of all mathematical holidays. Yet this year for the top prize. Perhaps the winner House of Representatives— cultural boundaries. While holidays such its arrival was hardly met with the fitting could deliver a speech before the whole (1) supports the designation of a ‘‘Pi Day’’ as Thanksgiving or Martin Luther King revelry and fanfare. Apart from a passing school detailing his love of pi, and explain and its celebration around the world; Day are tied to a specific geographical mention at assembly, the glorious occa- to those in the audience what irrational (2) recognizes the continuing importance and historical context, pi is something sion garnered no official recognition from numbers are. of National Science Foundation’s math fundamental to the universe itself, having Gilman – an unacceptable response on a Pi has always had its enemies, such and science education programs; and existed for the 13 billion years during day of international feasting and merri- as when the ancient cult of Pythagoras (3) encourages schools and educators which humanity and all its associated ment. Speaking as a concerned citizen of attempted to suppress knowledge of the to observe the day with appropriate constructs did not. this community, everything we know and irrational number because its transcen- activities that teach students about Pi Finally, Gilman’s woeful neglect of love about Gilman may be at stake. dence did not fit into their obsession with and engage them about the study of Pi Day leads me to question the value of I am saddened to see that, in an age order and predictability. Needless to say, mathematics.” any of the other dates they honor. How of political correctness, Gilman has suc- they failed. Many students are passionate support- can one take seriously such vague and cumbed to the dictate of the times and Given the venerable and storied history ers of this fine holiday. In the words of ill-defined holidays as “Professional largely ignored one of the most important of pi, the number ought to be commemo- resident math scholar Josh Khuvis ‘13, “I Development Day” or “Parent-Teacher holidays of the year. This was far from the rated with a special place in the Carey don’t know. I don’t like giving quotes for Conference Day” when Pi Day remains situation at Towson High, whose goings- Hall common room, as is done every the news.” Mr. Kraft, number theorist and forgotten? on my sister described as follows: “Pi Day year with the Christmas tree and Hanuk- fellow Pi Day enthusiast, also celebrated I hope that Gilman will soon address was awesome. We ate pie in every class.” kah menorah. It digits could be lovingly the day with his students. Unfortunately, this pressing issue and restore my faith The consumption of pie, which is itself draped from wall to wall, covering some he was unavailable for comment, seeing in their wisdom and judgment. If not, let a homonym for the irrational number pi, of the more ugly paintings as an added as the math department is located so very us take up the cause of justice and truth has long served as a fitting expression benefit. far away from the publications lab. in order that Gilman may one day know the unique joys of Pi Day once more. Seniors in Study Hall! By Simon Evered beginning of study hall. One of the senior On February 20, for the first time in proctors then gave a thoughtful informal the history of Gilman, senior leaders speech to the ninth graders, in which, took on the role of proctors by running among other things, he asked the fresh- the fifth period freshmen study hall. men students, to “please respect me and This program was suggested by seniors respect [the other proctor].” with the thought of both giving senior The fact that the students worked for leaders more responsibility and relieving the most part quietly after the role taking teachers of this duty from time to time. seemed to support the idea of mutual Judging by the initial confused looks respect being beneficial in a study hall on the freshmen faces, shock may have setting. The thought that the freshmen partially compelled them to work quietly could in a few years be in the same posi- that Monday afternoon. Nevertheless, at tion may have increased this respect, and first glance, this new idea appears to be a also made for a more relaxed feel to the success. period. The study hall began as usual; the The two student proctors of this spe- proctor, who also happened a student, cific study hall did an excellent job, but it called role and the younger students is perhaps too early to know the long-term answered, but this time, without the potential of the program. Matt Schlerf (‘12) is outraged by Grace O’Keefe (BMS ‘12). joking that sometimes accompanies the Photo by David Cha (‘13) “Tartuffe” Keeps Gilman Laughing By Joseph White stream of sassy comebacks and perfectly being cuckolded,” notes Spragins, but what set it head and shoulders above the From the opening uproar to the closing exaggerated facial expressions that had they still kept it fresh and engaging for performance of Tartuffe I had seen at a restoration of order, Tartuffe captured the audience in stitches. Grace O’Keefe’s their spellbound audience. college open house – was its use of scene and held my attention. The show was a Elmire was bold and opinionated, but Schlerf’s success lay in his mastery of the choreography to explain the often-con- thrilling celebration of wit, situational also exhibited the cool self-collection nec- small details of his role; for example, at fusing relationships between the actors. humor, and Chaplin-esque physical essary to bring down the play’s scheming one point he successfully switched back They ran about the stage in a logical way comedy, led by Matt Schlerf but with villain. and forth between a cackle and a cry as that could also add humor, as when Sch- strong support from Sam Im. Im reprised Regarding the play’s setting in the he turned from the audience to Ocnus and lerf sprinted to the other side of the stage his character from Hello, Dolly! (where 1920’s, an update of its original setting in then back again. Although his arrival had to quickly kneel and pray upon seeing he played Horace Vandergelder, the shop 17th century France, Spragins said, “We been talked about for most of the opening another character enter the room. Much owner with a rough tongue but a soft didn’t want to set it in the 1660’s, because minutes of the play, his grand entrance of the time this is a sign of good directing, heart who falls in love with the titular the costumes are kind of extravagant and lived up to the hype as he immediately but as O’Keefe pointed out to me, at least widowed matchmaker) by putting a very I thought they would look like Pilgrims... pulled out his handkerchief and urged the some of the credit goes to the actors as similar interpretation on the character of I wanted a modern American family feel, maid to cover her “unseemly” neckline. well. “Often high school plays leave all the Ocnus, using his trademark indignation just not set today.” This update helped to Also, I loved the use of the riding crop as choices to the director, but Mr. Spragins and irate outbursts to great effect. Mr. make the play more understandable for it went from the hands of the spoiled son asked us our opinions,” explains O’Keefe. Spragins, the play’s director, remarked, its younger viewers and more relatable to Tartuffe and later to Ocnus. Each time “He lets the actors direct themselves, “We wanted to physicalize the play as for the older ones, whose family lives may it was used differently, but each time it basically.” much as we could,” and this was appar- have resembled the convoluted relation- was used well. Finally, the play’s use of the rhyming ent from the actors’ heavy use of physical ships shown in Tartuffe. The set was lavish and well thought couplets in which Moliere wrote was cues to convey emotional states. Schlerf’s The actors seemed to fall into a rhythm out, providing a beautiful backdrop for original and did not grow tiresome after preening walk about the stage was but as the show progressed, quickly losing the play’s goings on. I especially enjoyed the first couple scenes. “The text was one hilarious example of this technique. their original stiffness and feeding of the momentous “Forrest ex Machina” hard for me to memorize because of the “I thought it was a wonderful cast,” each other’s energy. Just as Moliere, that closed the play, as the backdrop slid rhyming couplets,” explained O’Keefe, continued Spragins, and this was true: according to Spragins, “takes coarse away to reveal a shining figure clad clad but as a result of all their hard work they the rest of the cast certainly lived up to material and turns it into the greatest in brilliant gold and silver. The sudden managed to avoid becoming sing-song. this high standard set by Im and Schlerf. comic scene ever written... takes these burst of light made sense for a messenger Instead, they kept the text’s rhythm while Tim Jenkins pulled off an engaging per- archetypal, stock characters and makes of the Sun King, Louis XIV, although this still maintaining a normal-sounding formance as a stubborn lover that fetched them fascinating,” so too did the actors remnant of the play’s French origins was conversation. For me, this made their him many a laugh from the audience, and liven up a centuries-old play with their puzzling in the context of its new setting performance more believable and enter- the maid, played by Amelia Dawes, stole enthusiasm. “These guys are performing in 1920’s America. taining. the show. She supplied a never-ending comic scenes that are ancient: a husband For me, the best part of the show – page 4 April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5

First Annual Stock Market Game Mock Trial: Nothing to Scoff At

By Ethan Park By James Johnson

Unlike the currently volatile global teams.” After showcasing the procedures team welcomed Ben by “immediately [by economy, Gilman’s inaugural Stock The game ran from January 30 to April during an assembly, the Mock Trial making] it clear that they were willing Market Game (SMG) provides a way for 6. During that time, 62 percent of teams team completed their regular season to help and support with any questions students to enter the world of investments increased their equity, and 34 percent undefeated at 6-0, which has not been or difficulties I had with the Mock Trial without monetary risk. Sponsored by the outpaced the growth of the S&P 500. In achieved in Ms. Tassoni’s memory process.” Business Club, a new student organiza- the end, juniors Noah Delwiche, Teddy during her tenure as faculty advisor. The Mock Trial team gained more tion that strives to introduce students to Delwiche, and Joe White took first place The Gilman squad faced teams from publicity this year with a long assembly the world of investing and economics, the with a grand total of $125,203.90 and Boys’ Latin, Archbishop Curly, Balti- displaying the procedures of an actual game is keeping students thinking about therefore clinched the top prize: 25 dollar more City College (“City”), Baltimore Mock Trial meet to the entire Student the world of finance. Visa gift cards for each team member. Freedom Academy, Friends School, and Body. “The assembly really helped give The fundamentals of SMG, run by the Each member of the second place team Baltimore Polytechnic Institute (“Poly”) Securities Industry and Financial Mar- won 15 dollar Chipotle gift cards, and exposure to the club,” explained Ms. Tas- during their regular season in February. kets Association (SIFMA), a trade group the third place finishers won 10 dollar soni, the faculty advisor, adding, “Even The playoffs for Gilman’s Mock which is an association of major securi- Chipotle gift cards. several teachers didn’t know much about trial team consist of 2 rounds, and ties firms and companies from the U.S., Said Teddy Delwiche, “Up until this [the specific procedures].” As a result, teams compete for a chance to go to the are simple: a group of students are given competition, I really did not have the Ms. Tassoni describes that it influ- $100,000 in hypothetical cash to invest slightest clue as to how the stock market Regional playoffs. At first, it appeared enced advisors “[to publicize] it to their in stocks and mutual funds, whose price worked. I knew the basics of buying low that the Gilman team had lost to Poly in advisees as a possible extracurricular increases or decreases each day accord- and selling high, but I didn’t exactly the first round of the playoffs, but after activity for them [to pursue next year].” ing to the closing rates posted on the real understand how to evaluate which com- a recount of the scores, they actually If Mock Trial attracts a much greater New York Stock Exchange or NASDAQ panies to invest in. However, a couple of prevailed with a higher total. As a result following next year, a possibility of two stock markets. Students are allowed to high school students who maybe look at of their perfect record, the Gilman team Gilman teams could arise, which “[Ms. buy and sell stocks according to their own the stocks every other day is not a guar- has now guaranteed themselves a spot Tassoni] has done in the past” to deal predictions. The goal is to win by having anteed recipe for success. So we read in the Regional Playoffs which will be with the increase of numbers. the most money at the end of four months. many financial journals, which helped played on April 11th. The transition of exposure and popu- Mr. Furlong, Gilman’s Director of immensely.” Ben Granger (’13), a new team larity of the club has been enormous. Finance and Administration and the He added, “although the user interface member this year, believes that “this After last year’s temporary absence of faculty advisor for the Business Club, of the program was pretty atrocious, in year, there is a strong chemistry between the club from Gilman, the team func- welcomes both the club and the game as the end, the idea of having the competi- team members… [and] this chemistry tioned with the “bare minimum number a way to show students, without teaching tion is quite a success.” Mr. Furlong con- allows [the team] to prepare each other of people in the club,” according to the subject in class, the basics of what it cluded by saying that “it was a pleasure very well for the courtroom,” explaining Joseph Puthumana (’12), compared to means to trade stocks and invest. He also to offer the Stock Market Game to the the source of their success. The team today when two teams could be a viable views the game as a challenge for students students for the first time, and it will most as a result “[is] able to function as one possibility in the club’s future. with something that they have little or no probably return to the school next year.” cohesive unit in the courtroom.” The previous experience with. When asked of his future plans for Business Club in general, Mr. Furlong Final Results/Statistics remarked, “I am excited at the amount The Final Showdown: A Thrilling Finish of interest in the SMG, especially since 1: Teddy Delwiche, Noah Delwiche, Joe we had 93 participants register in our White- $125,203.90 to a Hard-fought It’s Academic Season first year, and I hope that the Business 2: John Locke, Luke McNamara, club will continue to grow with the addi- Aaron Gokaslan- $122,892.96 By Gardner Eager tion of the [SMG]. I also look forward to 3: Kevin Devine, Brendan Barger, continuing to invite investors as speakers Andrew Gemma- $116,083.43 to share their experiences with the club.” 4: Zach Ranen, John Lee, Peter Awalt- $115,433.70 At around 9:30 AM on Saint Patrick’s close, and the faculty representatives for Zach Ranen (’14), the student leader of Day, the Gilman It’s Academic team, each team were then brought forth before the Business Club, agrees that the SMG 5: Mr. Schmick, Mr. Furlong- $113,954.99 comprised of Rishi Bedi, David Clark, the bonus round initiated. The bonus is a beneficial way for students to learn Joseph White, and their alternate, round was made up of a set of eight ques- about basic investing strategies. He com- 62% of teams increased their equity Gardner Eager, traveled down to TV Hill tion. If a team were to answer all eight mented, “I would definitely recommend to compete in the second round of the questions correctly, then that team would SMG to others because of a few reasons. 34% of teams returned above the S&P 500 growth State-wide competition. The two teams receive an additional twenty-five points, We bring in experts on investing to speak Gilman would face were John Carroll although Gilman was the only team to do to the participants and answer any ques- Range of total equities: $73,904.10- $125,203.90 and Huntingtown. In the meantime, so. tions they may have, it is a lot of fun, and while the Gilman team waited for their These series of early successes boded there are great prizes for the top finishing Median total equity: $101,515.96 Average total equity: $103,409.60 opponents, they quizzed themselves on well for the members of the Gilman team, World Capitals in preparation for their which now had an eighty-five point lead match. The cheerleaders from John over the closest scoring team, Hunting- Carroll also arrived, in fact even before town. After the third commercial break, the John Carroll team itself. When all the Gilman team embarked on the final members of each team had showed up, stretch of the show. Suddenly, Gilman and they were brought into a holding room Huntingtown began fumbling questions, and were informed of the show’s format. while John Carroll started its rise. The The three teams were then led into the Gilman team was slowly humbled as their studio to raucous applause and shown great point advantage was diminished by their respective desks, which were picked both boldly, yet incorrectly, answering at random beforehand. questions and John Carroll’s streak of After the buzzers and microphones correct responses. In a complete upset, were tested, David Zahren, the host of John Carroll managed to succeed the the show, began the first set of questions, lead over Gilman by a mere fifteen points. which any team could answer. After this When the last question was read, Gilman first round, Gilman took the lead by a hurriedly buzzed in to reply, though the mere ten points over Huntingtown and answer, trees, seemed too obvious, and a hundred and ten points over John thus John Carroll was able to take the Carroll. Next, each member of the three win. teams introduced themselves, and the Nevertheless, the Gilman team put up second round began: a series of picture- a valiant effort and were only one ques- related questions on topics ranging from tion away from such a victory. math to history. The scores remained

Business and Classics Tycoons Noah Delwiche, Teddy Delwiche, and Joe White April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 page 5 Bull Roast “Friend-Raiser” A Success Public Opinion of the Senior Schedule By Ethan Park while celebrating the Gilman commu- By Joseph White nity." aging message for those who are nervous On a Friday night about a month ago, The funds from the Parents Associa- The scheduling process brings a vari- about schedules. “For the most part I got over 900 Gilman parents, alumni, admin- tion go towards events and programs that ety of reactions to the seniors involved. what I wanted, except Dante,” he reas- istrators, faculty and friends gathered range from Prom Activities and Family For Alex Yoo ‘13, it seems “a burden” and sures juniors. Even regarding Dante, for the 32nd Annual Bull Roast in the Day, to the greyhound mascot outfit worn “more complex than it has to be”, while however, Li managed to come up with a Finney Center Arena. The scene was at major sporting events, to the printing Jibri McLean ‘13 expressed optimism solution. He made the best of his unfortu- one of excitement, where countless silent of the Gilman Directory. In addition, any about the results. The ever-lighthearted nate situation by occasionally visiting the auction items were displayed on lines of remaining funds are reciprocated back to junior predicts “big smiles all around,” class during free periods. Fellow senior tables, a catered full dinner buffet was in the school. adding, “I am excited for my senior year.” Daniel Yue ‘12 had a positive experience service, and surprisingly, in compliance The Alumni Association, on the other Those smiles may soon fade as rising as well. “The process seems to work well with this year’s western theme, “lots of hand, contributes towards Alumni seniors get their results back. Over half because everyone seemed to be happy at people were dressed in boots and cowboy reunions and get togethers, such as Gil- of them will lose at least one course, and the end,” stated Yue. hats,” according to Ms. Dianne Fuller, man's Annual Blue and Gray weekend some will get neither of the two “prior- In keeping with the above senior per- Gilman’s Director of Libraries. held in the fall around the McDonogh ity” courses that they selected. Given spective, Khandelwal balances his earlier However, since alcohol is served Football Game. In addition, it hosts the huge numbers of juniors who often fear with hope for the process’ potential during the event, it is unlikely that any on-campus activities such as the Flag apply for the same courses, these results successes. “I am pretty sure I will get student has ever gotten a glimpse of the Football and Tailgate Event at Thanks- are not surprising. Gilman’s variety of lucky with the courses that I need, and I Bull Roast firsthand, even if they know giving for the Senior Class and College student interests helps to spread out think that if I get them my schedule looks about it. Age Alumni, the senior hypnotist event, the distribution somewhat, but with pretty good for next year,” he concludes, "For those students who are unfamiliar as well as the activities during Spring 117 students, some courses are always echoing the sentiments of many of his with what it is, the Bull Roast is a joint Alumni Weekend that include: Class risky. Popular classes like Dante with peers. project between the Alumni and Parents' Visits, Campus Tours, Lunch and Forum Mr. Christian go to the lottery system The general consensus seems to be a Associations," said Mrs. Stephanie Felton, with the Headmaster, a Crab Feast, Fes- year after year. balanced one, with some pointing out the Director of Alumni Relations, "and all tival of Arts and Family Day Activities. Most students dislike the idea of unavoidable downsides of the process and funds raised from the Bull Roast are split When asked about a highlight of the having their courses decided by pure others praising its fair and even handling evenly between the two associations. The night in particular, Ms. Kris Groenke chance. “I feel that if a couple of my of what could have been a trying ordeal. money is gathered by means of a ticket (P'13), Vice President of the Parents' courses fall through, my schedule is Fisher summarizes the situation well: sales for the event, paid advertising in the Association commented that "there were ruined,” worries Anuj Khandelwal ‘13. “It’s not ideal, because there’s a chance Bull Roast booklet, which is handed out two amazing bands to provide an ener- Alex Yoo ‘13 agrees: “It scares me because you could be taking classes you’d rather to each person attending, and the sales getic atmosphere." They turned out to be it dictates your future,” he admits, voic- not, but there really isn’t another way of the auction items, which range from Teachers for Sale- a quartet of Gilman's ing a fear that many share. But while unless you want to hire more teachers.” food to activities to getaways and are own Messrs. Holt, Powell, Herb, and the possibility of not getting the “right” Good luck to everyone with their sched- contributed by a large pool of donors." Howard and Another Level- a Motown courses may drive some to despair, Ben ules. And let us all remember, when "However," added Ms. Missy Evans- band considered one of the region's hot- Fisher ‘13 remains unconcerned. “It’s just confronting our eventual frustrations, Moreland, Director of Parent Relations, test. She concluded by remarking that one year - get through it,” he remarked, that the reason why this process is so "the Bull Roast is what Gilman likes to "this year's Bull Roast was a fabulous dismissing the worries of his classmates complicated in the first place is that we refer to as a friend-raiser, where "people event overall," and that "anyone who can as unnecessary. at Gilman are blessed with a wonderful can come together to help out the school should come next year!" Yanbo Li ‘12 provides a more encour- variety of course options. Student Speculates on Senior Scheduling Snafu By Gardner Eager Although the scheduling process is a senior that’s when you realize that you fair by means of its lottery style, there are can’t choose because you want to get into still certain issues with how the course college.” The course selection process selections are set up. For example, the makes it extremely difficult to obtain current grid deprives the Ancient Greece these precious classes which maximize and Roman Republic history electives of the chances of getting into the college of all the honors fifth year Latin students, your dreams. who would naturally be most interested You learn that you cannot depend on in taking the class. These students have getting a class just because it is the only already taken AP Physics and must take way your schedule will work out. As excit- the second period even day AP Biol- ing as it is to pick your own schedule, you ogy class, seeing as the only other slot have to be skeptical when you take into is during the Latin Lyric class. These account how one class going wrong can Latin scholars are also unable to take mess up your entire schedule. The course the ever popular Dante class, although selection, again, is empowering, yet you the Ancient Greece and Roman Republic still have to take into account both the classes are both more prevalent in this odds of getting into a class as well as circumstance. how much you think colleges look at your One also has to take into account the courses. All in all, I’m happy with the effect your schedule will have on your courses picked and am confident in my collegial efforts, as Ryan Rizzuto says, chances of getting in, but my personal “As a freshman you can’t wait to make condition is more optimistic than the your senior schedule because you can’t average student should be. wait to choose your own courses, but as

Scheduling Process prospective seniors to choose from. How- The key to avoiding melodramatic are preselected, for those are guaranteed. (continued from page 1) ever, the only caveat that lies painfully heartache and teary eyes over the denial Ultimately, certain scheduling choices open like a nagging sore is that nearly two of a certain class, is to submit the sched- will never quite work and feelings of complicated and intensified to unbeliev- thirds of all seniors will not receive their ule far in advance and prioritize wisely. disappointment will arise. However, able levels. ideal firstly submitted schedule. This Each individual is allowed two priorities as a whole, the scheduling process will Complete with the pressing demands year classes, such as Holocaust, Russian on his schedule, which demonstrate the prove to be both an interesting and effec- of constructing a rigorous schedule for Studies 1, Russian Studies 2, World War classes he most yearns for and hopefully tive means of guiding one’s high school colleges, the choice between five and six I, China/East Asia, Am Lit of the 60s, Mr. Broadus will randomly assign him to. appetite. classes, and the selection of which classes Existentialism, and Baltimore Studies, That being said, it is not always ideal to to prioritize, senior year is truly a com- were so over-requested that Mr. Broadus prioritize one’s favorite class, but the ones plicated art of wise maneuvering. There even sent out emails to advise students to that are most inseparable to his schedule. exists a plethora of available classes from switch to safer choices. Never prioritize languages or classes that page 6 April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 Rising Star: Jeremy Lin What Happened to Animation? By Jake Groenke By Liam Higgins 10…9…8…the season-high crowd in playing in NBA summer league games Something unprecedented happened films. Perhaps the technology became Toronto counts down the final seconds in and ended up receiving offers from this past year. Pixar Animation Studios more important than the story. A typical the Air Canada Arena. Jeremy Lin waves Dallas, Los Angeles, and Golden State. made their first average movie. This mistake that I see with most animated for his teammates to go down to the Lin eventually chose the Warriors and anomaly sparked a disappointing year for series is that they completely replicate blocks, just in case. As he holds the ball signed his two-year deal on July 21, animation in 2011. While I still love Cars the formula of the first movie because of at midcourt, the eyes of the world are 2010. Unfortunately for Lin, he was stuck 2, the movie earned only a 39% approval the financial success. For example, Happy fixed upon him. behind the Warriors’ rookie star, Stephen rating on Rotten Tomatoes, a website Feet 2 has earned almost no money by 7…6…5...he slowly steps towards the Curry, and was waived after an unproduc- that evaluates the percentage of positive comparison to the original, and has been top of the key, where José Calderón tive season. In the 2011 pre-season, the reviews received by a movie. Interest- forced to endure a lot of negative criti- awaits. Houston Rockets signed Lin. They then ingly enough, the next lowest rated Pixar cism, mostly because of its unambiguous 4…3…2...Suddenly he rises up above proceeded to drop him after only two movie, the original Cars scored 74%, nature. Even though I think that Kung Fu his opponent, and with a flick of the preseason games. which is well above the average for any Panda 2 is a fantastic movie, it didn’t earn wrist, Lin posts himself on the front of On December 27, the New York Knicks movie in general. as much as was expected. In the afore- nearly every paper in the country. As his picked up Lin. However, after a game This drop-off in quality has been mentioned Cars 2 the interesting idea of winning shot falls through the net with where he played only one minute and had exhibited by the troubles in the box office world inhabited solely by cars began to 0.5 seconds left to play, everyone asks the three points against the Oklahoma City as well as the negative reviews expressed receive criticism as critics began to find same question, “Where did this kid come Thunder on January 14, he was forced by the critics. 2010’s highest-grossing it ridiculous that there are no humans in from?” back down into the minor league. animated movie, Toy Story 3, earned the movie at all. Their main complaint, Born in Los Angeles, Lin was taught Then on the 20th his luck changed. $415 million domestically. Despicable that I find somewhat amusing, is that it basketball by his father, Gie-Ming, an Lin scored a triple-double with points, Me and Shrek Forever After the movie seems eerie to see buildings on screen engineer, who immigrated to America rebounds, and assists in his develop- followed this great box office showing. that cars could not possibly fit into. with Lin’s mother, Shirley, in the mid- ment league. The Knicks then consid- Despicable Me earned $251.5 million On the other hand, probably the most 1970’s. ered releasing Jeremy in order to free and Shrek earned $238.7 million. On the amazing story of animation in 2011 was He eventually became a star at Palo up roster spots. However, the injury of other hand, 2011 was led by the afore- the re-release of Disney’s The Lion King, Alto High School, captaining his team the Knicks’ starting point guard, Baron mentioned Cars 2 with $191.4 million, which brought back $94.2 million for to a Division II state championship. Lin Davis, prompted Mike D'Antoni to play Kung Fu Panda 2 was second in earnings Disney in just two weeks, rising to the was also named to the first team All-State Lin “out of desperation” . with $165.2 million, and this movie was top of the box office when it was released, team, in addition to his title of Northern The Harvard graduate proceeded to followed by Puss in Boots which earned completing a feat unheard of for a re- California D-II Player of the Year all in wow the world with his play when he $145.5 million. Although 2011 could not released movie. his senior season. suddenly lit up the New Jersey Nets by have exactly been expected to live up In general, the future looks much brighter Even with his prestige, Lin was virtu- scoring 25 points. He then followed up to the phenomenal expectations that in 2012. There are only two high-profile ally not recruited. His only offer was from that game with starts against the Utah success in 2010 had brought about, not sequels being released (Ice Age 4 and Harvard University, which he accepted, Jazz and the Washington Wizards. In his many people expected it to be this bad, Madagascar 3) and Pixar has its first fairy and by his sophomore year there, he was game against the Wizards, he recorded especially with the sequels of popular tale with a female lead in Brave, which already earning accolades. his first professional double-double franchises being released. is set for release in June. Hopefully, the After four successful years in high against Washington’s prized John Wall. One of the possible changes that may disappointment of 2011 will not be mir- school, he continued that success at Har- Lin had become a national icon and after have resulted in the lack of success of rored in 2012. Overall, the critics deserve vard as a one-time Second Team All-Ivy five career starts he had more points (136) last year’s movies was the decrease of better, and the audience does too. League and a two-time First Team All-Ivy than any other NBA player in their first emotion and storytelling involved in the League player. Lin’s final GPA was a 3.1, five starts. Jeremy Lin’s sudden jump and he graduated in 2010 with a degree to stardom has earned him world-wide Caption Contest: Gabe Donner in economics. fame, and has left many NBA fans won- In the wake of being undrafted out of dering who else has been overlooked in college, Lin built up his reputation by their franchise. Job Fair Fares Well By Noah Delwiche Jobs are harder to come across now something Mr. Foreman rationalizes with – everyone is aware of that. Many have the fact that “the job market is fluid, with been laid off by their employer and others tons trying for improvement.” This year, first entering the job market likewise about 500 people participated in the fair, face the same difficulty. Submitting their a 25% increase from the 400 who came resume and countless applications, many last year. teachers face difficulties in being hired. Mr. Foreman is the leader of the con- Just this past February, Gilman hosted ference who formulates the agenda and the AIMS (Association of Independent makes sure everything goes according Maryland and DC schools) Job Fair. Each to plan. The fair begins at 9 with work- year in November, teachers are required shops put on by various schools. The to go the AIMS conference hosted by this participants are split up into 15 groups same affiliation. While this event allows as they attend these mini workshops. for Gilman current teachers to attend Afterwards, the participants are rounded different workshops, the job fair serves a into the McCarthy room, where they different role. The purpose of the fair, as enjoy lunch. Then, approximately 40 Open to tri-school students and facutly – one entry per person diversity committee chair Johnnie Fore- schools set up booths for applicants at Email subimissions to [email protected] before 12:00 on April 30 Prize: Chipotle gift card Winning caption will be published in next issue man described it, is to promote diversity 10:50. The schools provide information within independent schools. on what openings they have for certain The conference, usually held during positions. Finally, the fair concludes in donate their time for the fair. Mr. Fore- independent schools were. All knew what the last Saturday in February, took place the early afternoon. Even during this man said that he likes to ask new teach- catholic schools and public schools were, on February 25th. Here, promoting diver- tough time for finding jobs, many par- ers as well as veterans to help at the fair. but many did not know the specifics of sity does not merely mean considering ticipants benefit from this job fair. In fact, This year, Mr. Hadbavny, Ms. Fuller, and private, independent schools. Mr. Fore- race, but it also includes gender. Many Gilman has found many teachers such as many others participated. Over the last man explained that it still amazes him women from all over the Maryland-DC Latin teacher Rob Bullard from the fair. few years, many, including Mr. Holley, that the public does not know much about area attend the jobs fair each year. The Roland Park Country School, Boys’ Latin, Mr. Marner, Mr. Thompson, Mr. Schmick, how independent schools operate. Even fair, which Mr. Foreman has been a part and Bryn Mawr have also hired teachers Ms. Turner, Ms. Trapp, Ms. Harris, Ms. participants in the job fair know little of for over 20 years, has evolved over who have attended this fair. With the Outlaw, have come to the fair either for about the details of these types of schools. time. As Mr. Foreman recalled, he worked over 100 schools that are part of AIMS, one year or returned for several times. Overall, the jobs fair was even better at the conference for seven or eight years the jobs conference indeed can give many Mr. Foreman enjoys the success the this year, Mr. Foreman noted. It was more when it was based at Morgan State. The participants the opportunity to work at fair has had. One thing that it has done, efficient and flowed more smoothly. The fair was then moved to Gilman School, a new school. Mr. Foreman says Gilman although not one of its main missions, only suggestion he is thinking about for where it has attracted hundreds of teach- will be interviewing some participants in is to raise awareness about independent next year is switching to panels instead ers from up and down the east coast each the fair for vacant positions. schools. Mr. Foreman recalled describ- of workshops. year. Indeed, interest in the fair has risen, Many Gilman teachers and staff ing to students at Morgan State what April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 page 7 Baseball Looks to Pick up the Heat

By Brett Brodsky

As students begin to think about varsity players looking to continue a win- summer plans and start to feel the ning attitude in the future years while warmth in the air, the varsity baseball providing significant roles as outfielder team is ready for a revival. Over the past and first baseman, respectively. That several years, the Baseball program has depth is also credited to the fresh faces on been notorious for being one of the most the team, including star basketball player successful and fastest rising sports at Ben Grace (’13), fresh off a Varsity basket- Gilman. After recording a 3-16 record ball championship and excited to instill in 2009, the baseball program made that winning determination onto his new an about-face, winning the 2010 MIAA team. JV Baseball players from last year Championship in spectacular fashion include Matt Slodzinski (’14), who split vs. the Calvert Hall Cardinals at Ripken time between JV and Varsity last year, Stadium in Aberdeen. That was varsity Will Pomerantz (’13), Trevor Wey (’13), head coach Larry Sheets’ first year and and Nick Schelberg (’13). Danny Blair, they finished with a 27-5 record. Unfor- the only freshman on the team, will test tunately, the next year was not as sweet the starters and signifies a bright future for the Greyhounds, missing the playoffs for the program. Thomas O’Neill, a future Will Rosenfield (’14) watches his drive. Photo by Bosley Jarrett. with a 17-15 record and a 5-11 record in Yale Bulldog, is fully aware of the help he conference. After losing only four seniors, and the other veterans will be receiving the 2012 Baseball team has even greater from the supporting cast, “With key new Golf Returns to Elkridge expectations than last year’s champion- arrivals in Ben Grace and Danny Blair, ship defending team. we look to build upon our success and By Kyle Tarantino Twenty-eight games and a host of camaraderie as a team this season.” lot of experience so no one from around tournaments will test this team to their Although the outlook for this team As the weather starts to get warmer, the league expects much from us. We are fullest potential. Defending champion is very optimistic, the seniors and the Gilman’s golf team starts to hit the course going to try to use that to our advantage Archbishop Spalding and archrival Cal- coaches are hoping to keep things in per- once again, eagerly preparing for the 2012 and turn some heads.” vert Hall will be the team’s most chal- spective and work on key aspects of the season. After finishing with a record of The team will once again return to lenging competitors. Gilman only plays game that will put them over the top. “The 9-4-1 last year, the aspirations are high Elkridge as a home course for 2012 after conference teams twice and sometimes little things, bunt defenses and executing for this season. Unfortunately, the team going 3-2 there last year. Math teacher plays up to four games in a week mean- as a team, will be the biggest things in the was beaten in the MIAA A conference Mr. Rogers will also be returning, enter- ing that every game will be an important end,” said Ryan Ripken, recently commit- semifinals by McDonogh, the future title ing his eighth year as the head Varsity stepping-stone towards another cham- ted to South Carolina. The coaching staff winners, last spring and failed to make Golf coach. Coach Rogers is very excited pionship. After a successful win at the will continuously stress hard work and it to the championship match. Despite to tee off the season, and he is especially Camden Yards in the President’s Cup determination throughout the season, having lost eight seniors, three of which enthusiastic about this year’s team. Due to last year, the team is looking forward to fully aware that a team laden with talent held the one, two, and three spots and two the fact that mostly younger players will defending that title, even as the tourna- can sometimes get off track. of which are now playing golf in college drive this year’s squad, he has scheduled ment has expanded from two rounds to Coach Sheets, in his third year as head (Sam Stewart ’11 and Linn Worthington several early out of conference games in four rounds of play. coach, has established a work ethic that ’11), the team remains very confident order to build their experience and con- The taste of victory is still in the is unmatched. A former MLB baseball that it will be a contender for the MIAA fidence and make them better prepared mouths of the eleven seniors, who will player himself, Coach Sheets understands title this year. The program has several for conference play. “If we can get off to a captain and lead this team. The bullpen his team’s strengths and weaknesses incredibly talented younger players who decent start and win a few matches early, is especially full of seniors as the team’s and hopes to guide the Greyhounds to a will be filling the gaps this year. Bosley we will be a contender,” said Rogers when Jarrett (’12) will be the only returning asked about this year’s outlook. The team senior this year, but that certainly does will travel to the D.C. area three times for not mean the team will be short of talent. matches and will have nine total confer- Will Rosenfield (’14) will most likely start ence games. Coach Rogers also feels that at the number one position with John by the end of the year they should at least Emmet (’13) and Kevin Devine (’14) filling qualify for the playoffs and likely finish in the number two and three. These three among the top squads. echoing Jarret players held the four, five, and six spots (’12), he told the boys at the beginning of in last year’s lineup and were very solid the season, “People in the league have no contributors during the 2011 season. One expectation of this team, but I expect you seed Will Rosenfield (’14) will be entering to make some noise.” his second year on the team and said, “It’s After just a few rounds of early play, tough having 8 out of 14 players graduate, Coach Rogers feels confident in his 2012 squad. Coach Rogers believes that every Photo By: Zack Pollack but the expectations for this year are still optimistic, even with a young team like year the team seems to grow, and they starting pitchers, Brandon Casas (’12), successful season. His supporting staff ours.” Senior captain Bosley Jarrett (’12) have the ability this year to make a run Seve Llanio (’12), Ryan Ripken (’12) and includes assistant coaches Huebeck, concurred by saying, “We are looking to at the title. Regardless of how this season Matt Collins (’12) will all be key players Kormanik, Sport, Xanders, Baker and reload after losing eight seniors from last ends up, the future of the Gilman golf on the mound. “Pitching is one of our Ripken. Their sacrifice and dedication to year. We are a very young team without a program is certainly very bright. strengths this year. Having four start- this team is incredible and the number of ing pitchers and several games in a row coaches is a true testament to how this in one week will definitely help us this program has turned around in the past year,” said Coach Xanders, an assistant few years. “Our coaching staff has been coach. Current Maryland recruit Brandon really good, especially with Coach Sheets Casas will provide a 91 mph fastball, as he doing all of the things he’s done over the looks to keep his arm in shape throughout past three years has really improved this the year. When asked about this year’s program. Everyone has really contrib- outlook Casas said, “I’ll do my thing out uted to our success,” said Matt Collins. there, and I hope to get some support “They’re always out here early helping from my team.” with batting practice even until late in That support will come in the form of a the day.” cast of role players who will provide depth The 2012 baseball team has never and experience. Second baseman Michael looked better and more full of talent, Dunbar (’12), outfielder Malcolm Powers and they hope to bring home another (’12), shortstop Thomas O’Neill (’12), and championship. Be sure to attend games relief pitcher Charles Cross (’12) are vet- frequently and watch online as the team eran components to the team along with will implement a new program called Andrew Burton (’12), Ryan Stevens (’12) Game Changer so that students, teachers and Griffin Pedroni (’12). Matt Tilley (’13) and parents at home can follow the suc- and Gavin Sheets (’14) are also returning cess of the team. Photo By: Zack Pollack page 8 April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 April 20, 2012 Gilman School www.GilmanNews.com Volume CXI No. 5 A Slam Dunk Season Upgrades and Upstarts By John Stoller

New coaches mean a new regime, and tournament became the bulk of his By Will Sherman in the case of Gilman tennis, that is no varsity, while the final two in the back After one of their most successful Gilman knew Palotti would be a tough exception. Head coach Steve Krulevitz, an draw also joined the team. This drastic years in recent history, Gilman basketball out, since the Panthers who had shared assistant for the past three years, looks to change in the formation of the team truly helped end the winter season on a high the regular season crown with the Grey- take this group of Greyhounds to the top reinforced the “don’t tell me, show me” note, winning the MIAA B conference hounds, but earned the number 2 seed of the MIAA and beyond in his first year attitude of Krulevitz. “There are a lot of championship for the first time since entering the postseason by virtue of a at the helm. The changes to the team as talented players at Gilman. There are 2005 over St. Vincent Palotti, 69-62. coin flip. The teams had split their regular a whole are substantial, starting with the some kids who won’t play on the varsity They ended the season at 22-6 overall season meetings, with Gilman winning roster itself. team here but will play for their college and tied for first in the conference with the first on the road by seven, and the Perhaps more so than in any other teams. There are some kids who might a record of 16-2. The last victory, how- losing the second at home by four. year in recent memory, this group is not make the team here but could start ever, proved to be sweetest of all for the The game, which was played at UMBC loaded from top to bottom with a blend on other teams in our league,” Krulevitz team, especially seniors Cyrus Jones, during the President’s Day weekend, was of veteran experience and underclass stated on the huge amount of interest in Jake Matthai, and Ryan Ripken. “That’s certainly an exciting one; despite the potential. The lone seniors on the varsity the team. a great way to end my career,” Jones told holiday, Gilman’s student section came roster, captains Galen Rende and Robbie Along with the roster and its formation, reporters after the game. out in full force. While Gilman led most of Demuth look to use their experience, the third largest change in the Gilman The Greyhounds entered the playoffs the game, Palotti was a worthy adversary, especially from last year’s heartbreak- tennis program this year is its schedule. following a tough 10-point home loss to giving the Greyhounds their money’s ing championship loss to McDonogh, to For the first time ever, the tennis team Annapolis Area Christian School on the worth all afternoon. The Panthers cut the motivate this group of mostly young pups will travel to the National High School school’s inaugural “Silent Night,” where game to seven with little time remaining, onwards. Standout underclassmen Cole Championships in Kentucky (the NEMA fans remained absolutely silent until the but Jones, who led all scorers with 22 Sutton (’15) and Garrett Weinstein (’14) tournament). There, the Hounds will sixth point was scored, and then erupted points, providing the game with its most seem slated to fill the other two singles have their mettle tested against some of as one once the crucial bucket was nailed. memorable moment, received a long pass spots next to Rende for MIAA play. The the east coast’s best, such as St. Albans The team, however, would be given the from his teammates and jammed it home two doubles teams will feature some (DC) and Potomac (MD), just to name chance to avenge the loss a week later, for a dunk. The play served as not only combination of Demuth; juniors Garrett a few. The reason why the Hounds are after earning a bye to the semifinals due a fitting end to a successful season, but Duncan and Andrew Katz; sophomores traveling all the way to Kentucky to play to their first place regular season finish. also to Jones’ athletic career at Gilman, Huntington Williams and Ungad Uppal, in the tournament? “It’s the top high This time around, the Greyhounds won where he has cemented himself as one of and freshmen Graham Duncan and school kids in on the east coast, and the easily, 67-59, and earned a spot in the the greatest competitors to come through Jordan Brodie. Another freshman, Henry competition is just incredible.” Krulevitz conference finals against Palotti. the school in quite some time. Barrett, showed a lot of promise before said. Also, the team added a few more pulling a stomach muscle which could powerful non-conference opponents to sideline him for over a month. its schedule, most notable the Tennis Krulevitz, a former All-American at Training Center at College Park. Though New Season. Same Expectations. UCLA and ranked as high as 42 in the it may seem like a tall deed to master this world on the pro tour, seems to have behemoth of a schedule, ultimately these By Grant Lounsbury brought a renewed vigor to the tennis tough contests will harden this team, men, maintaining the strong perfor- program. This year, a record 23 play- especially the extremely talented fresh- After their comeback win over Mt. St. mances, and building on the momentum ers tried out for varsity, trumping the man and sophomore players to the rigors Joseph by one point in the indoor season, of a successful indoor season. These four totals from any season past. To form the of prep competition. the Gilman track team led by Coach Fore- athletes all have been a part of a cham- squad, Krulevitz created a full tourna- With a young and exciting roster, new man sprinted to the outdoor track in their pionship track team, and as John stated, ment bracket, as well as a consolation coach, and exceptional competition, the quest for another MIAA title. Although “They always go out there for the team back draw for those who lost in the early Gilman tennis team looks to be can’t miss the team held on to the Johnnie Foreman and not just themselves.” Since the season rounds. The quarterfinalists of the main action this upcoming season. Cup, there is no doubt that Mt. St. Joseph has just began, Jordyn Hawkins-Rippie will be the team’s toughest competition said, “We are still in the process of placing this season. With the bitter defeat by runners in their appropriate events, but Gilman during the recently completed we will get to a point where we will have indoor season still fresh in their minds, everyone running their strongest events.” John Stoller (’13) stated that “Mt. St. And by the looks of it, with their first win Joe is going to be hungry for revenge in under their belts at the Loyola Relays, outdoor.” the Hounds are off to a stellar start. In Although Mt. St. Joseph may be strong the preseason poll in the Baltimore Sun, in the field events, John believes the Gilman sits in the number one position Greyhounds’ track team is better bal- and looks to defend its crown as outdoor anced, has more depth, and is stronger MIAA Champion. all around. As they did during the indoor When asked about the goals the team season, the team will rely on their depth has for this season, John stated that “a lot in the long distance events to gain more of the runners have individual goals that points, and although they are young in they want to accomplish, but as a team, Timmy Jenkins looks to pass sprinting events, with the exception of we want to prove ourselves against some the ball in practice. Photo by Bosley Jarrett. seniors Cyrus Jones and Kenny Goins, of the best teams in the state.” So, when John believes that “They have a lot of the runners get set in the blocks and the potential even though they are mostly gun goes off, or when the hurdle or bar underclassmen.” is cleared or the shot put thrown, Gilman Varsity Lacrosse Gears Up By Bosley Jarrett The team looks to key seniors, Kevin will know that the Greyhounds on the be poised to earn a bye for the MIAA play- Chen, Jordan Britton, Will Meadows, and track team have started to separate them- Expectations are high for this year’s offs in May. The #15 Hounds’ schedule Peter Merritt, to help lead them to victory selves from the rest of the pack in their Lacrosse team after last season’s MIAA includes many tough games, including #5 by setting examples for the underclass- quest for another MIAA Championship. championship. The team returns many Haverford (Philadelphia), #10 Landon, of the major pieces from last year and #12 Georgetown Prep, #13 Loyola and adds new talent, setting up the squad for #16 Boys’ Latin, four of which are away. 2012 Gilman Film Festival Awards another successful season under head Student support in these games will Grand Jury Prize: Sic Semper – John Chirikjian coach Brooks Matthews. Senior leader- be crucial to the team’s success. “Our Best Narrative: Sic Semper – John Chirikjian ship for this team will be paramount to schedule this year is a lot harder than last Runner-Up Narrative: Where’s Waldo – Kevin Walker, Jack Auen another championship run and captains year,” said Bryan Moore (12’). “If we can Best Documentary: Triumph II – Alex Tzomides Gordy Koerber, Jake Matthai, and Robby get a lot of support at away games this Runner-Up Documentary: Life and Times of CT-20 – Wiley Hopkins Haus are up to the task of trying to lead year, that will be huge for us.” In the past, Best Foreign Film: Le Dragueur – Peter Dewire, Alec Tarantino, Joseph the Hounds to a 2012 MIAA repeat as fans from other teams have not traveled Puthumana, Matthew Schlerf champions. with the team, so having many fans at Best Animation: The Princess and the Dragon – Chrissy Dreyer The greatest challenge for the team away games can be a huge advantage in Runner-Up Animation: Hamlet: Lego Edition – Daniel Yue this year will be nationally #1 ranked the MIAA. Best Music Video: High Five Guys – Evan King, Ryan Mullican, Jack Calvert Hall when the two teams meet in With the 2012 Lacrosse season start- Weisbecker Towson on April 17th. The game, like the ing, enormous potential and team sup- Runner-Up Music Video: Levels – Samuel Im, Alex Lowitt championship game last year, will likely port will hopefully help the team in their Photo By be close throughout and the winner will quest to defend their title from last year.