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California. time for some change. It is easier A week later on October said then done though. 9th, another shooting occurred So many Americans have at Northern Arizona University. opposing views regarding gun Eighteen year-old Steven Jones control; will it ever be possible to murdered a student and wounded negotiate the politics of the issue? three others outside a residence Bailey Nix, student at Stetson hall when a fight broke out. Jones University believes there needs is being held on a $2 million bail to be laws implemented to ensure and his claim for shooting is self- college students are safe. “I think defense. Prosecutors are claiming there should be stricter gun laws. his account is false as he was the We should not just be giving guns

Photo courtesy of Josh Edelson/AFP/Getty Images Edelson/AFP/Getty Josh of courtesy Photo aggressor. to whoever can pay for them.” Locals grieve the loss of college students during a vigil. Luke Gerwig, student at The Only time will tell how the nation King’s Academy, feels saddened by deals with this horrific issue. Until Tolerance is a widely used “The definition of insanity is doing the events, but believes guns are the American people can come word in modern society. For the same thing over, but expecting not the problem. “These situations together and unite to try some decades, people from all different different results.” are horrible, but I see no reason new policy, more shootings are countries and backgrounds have On October 15th, ten to take action against guns over guaranteed to ensue. debated what is to be accepted innocent people never got to see them.” A Gallup poll from 2014 in society. This past summer, the another day. In the small town showed that 47% of Americans United States Supreme Court of Roseburg, Oregon, it was just think gun laws need to be more passed the Obergefell v. Hodges another day for most college strict, 38% believe laws should be case. The 5-4 vote allowed same- students. Going to class, grabbing kept the same, and 14% agree laws sex marriage throughout the food and coffee; nobody suspected should be less strict. United States. For many it was tragedy was about to strike. The nation seems to be a victory, but for millions of Unfortunately, a man by the name in deadlock on how to handle Americans, especially those with of Christopher Harper-Mercer the situation. Both Democrats strong religious views, it seemed as decided to go on a killing spree. and Republicans have proposed if their voice did not matter. With He was a classmate of the students legislation and opinions, but or without opinion, the United in the English class into which nationally speaking, nothing has States seems to be in a spiral of he shot, reportedly targeting been achieved. President Obama tolerance. The country feels it must those who were Christians. He has said he has grown tired of appease or not conflict things that told victims they were about to making depressed comments on cause controversy. One thing that see heaven and shot those who all of the mass shootings during is beyond tolerable is the number begged for mercy. When officers his presidency. No one knows the of mass-shootings that have been arrived at the scene, a skirmish correct answer, but something has Photo courtesy of Instagram occurring in the United States. ensued where eventually the to be done. The American public Steven Jones, shooter at Northern Every time a shooting happens, the suspect committed suicide. The can agree this is not right, and it is Arizona University. nation mourns. However, it seems perpetrator had emotional issues as if these shootings are becoming throughout his life. He joined routine. Most Americans continue the U.S. Army in 2008 but was their next day’s activities following discharged. Some reports from a mass shooting as if nothing the investigation show that he was ever happened. How can this be discharged due to suicide attempt. tolerated in such a great nation? His parents were divorced and It’s time to explore the recent he suffered from Asperger’s shootings that occurred at Umpqua syndrome. Further investigation Community College in Oregon showed he was very anti-religious and Northern Arizona University. and had white supremacist views. Where do the American people On the day the shooting occurred, draw the line between personal Harper-Mercer gave a survivor liberties and safety for the general writings regarding his interest in public? Albert Einstein once said, the 2014 killing spree at Isla Vista, November 6, 2015 NEWS Page 2

the Fantasy Funds LION LEDGER By: Ryan Resnick The King’s Academy Who would have thought, “Where Christ is King” scandals in fantasy football. Well, that has come to fruition. Fantasy football allows people to draft a team of NFL players from different teams around the league. 2015-2016 Lion Ledger Staff Players earn team points based on their players’ stats from that week, giving them the opportunity to earn money based on the success Editor of their team. An employee at www.draftkings.com of courtesy Photo Grace Goebel DraftKings by the name of Ethan DraftKings is the biggest DFS Senior Haskell won a total of $350,000 website in the world. at rival daily fantasy site Fan Duel. DraftKings and FanDuel in setting that lineup.” Based on are examples of websites for daily that statement Ethan Haskell did Staff Writers fantasy sports (DFS) where people nothing wrong,which means he Nick Albino can pick a team of different players won that money off of pure skill. Senior across the NFL and bet money on Which brings up Amanda Gonzalez their team. The whole scandal with another investigation. The FBI DraftKings was exposed during is conducting an investigation Senior week 3 of the NFL season, as Ethan to see whether DraftKings or Brenton Hilyer Haskell reportedly got insider FanDuel is under the category Senior information of the percentage of of gambling, which is illegal. If it Bryson Mawn players that people picked for their is a skill game, then it will not be Senior teams less frequently that week. considered gambling. However, This type of insider information just on October 15th, the Nevada Sarah Rinker put him at a major advantage Gaming Control Board ruled Senior because if a player is picked and he daily fantasy sports are considered Andres Victoria scores points, he earns the person gambling and require a license. Senior that picked him the most money. The chairmen of the board, A.G Gaby Victoria With that information, Ethan Burnett said, “All unlicensed daily Haskell went to rival site FanDuel fantasy activities must cease and Senior and used the information to pick desist as of Thursday, October Michael Brisby his team. That weekend he won 15th. Operators could be invited Junior $350,000. The ability to edit a team to apply for a gaming license. Sophia Dorribo on FanDuel locks a few minutes Those who do not comply could Junior before 1:00 PM, the time the 1st face felony fines and 10 years in NFL games of the week start. Jason prison.” Haley Gantt Robbins, the Chief Executive at All of these investigations Sophomore DraftKings, said to Fox Business and inquiries are blowing up in Julian Maceira Network, “We have great records DFS websites’ faces because of one Sophomore of when data is pulled, when employee that decided to use his Darien Rorabeck communications are sent, so it insider information in a way that was quite easy for us to go pull allegedly allowed him to cheat his Sophomore those records and what we found way to a $350,000 prize purse. That Marie Schuhler was that he sent this data after his one decision in the early afternoon Sophomore lineup was locked on FanDuel. during week 3 of the NFL could Jewell Carver So he had no ability to edit it. So possibly ruin the chance for others Freshman it couldn’t possibly be a situation to enjoy the thrill of betting on a where that data was useful to him daily fantasy team. Mareta Eberhardt Freshman Ryan Resnick Freshman Alaina Whittaker Freshman

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For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. Proverbs 2:6 Proverbs from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. wisdom; gives the Lord For VERSE: STAFF Mrs. Sonya Jones ‘87 New York Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman is proposing a new bill – the Financial Frauds Whistleblower Act. November 6, 2015 SPORTS Page 3 Fall Sports Athletes of the Month By: Alaina Whittaker

Varsity Boys’ Bowling: David Hugel Varsity Boys’ Bowling Coach Jon Kolar says: “David is a senior captain and has been the leader on a very competitive boys’ team that finished 4th in the conference this year. Recently, David bowled a season high 233, helping the team cap off a 7-2 win over Wellington High School!” Varsity Girls’ Bowling: Ashlee Maher Varsity Girls’ Bowling Coach Jon Kolar says: “Ashlee has had our highest average score all year long. She is the only returner from last year’s undefeated team and is doing an excellent job guiding the other girls. With her leadership, the team has excelled and recently finished 7th overall against every school in Palm BeachCcounty. She was selected First Team All-Conference.” Varsity Cheerleading: Olivia Crocetti Varsity Cheerleading Coach Christina Reickel says: “Olivia offers a great balance of being a dedicated member of our team and a senior. She is a humble, talented young lady with a bright future!” Varsity Boys’ Cross Country: Kyle Martin Varsity Boys’ Cross Country Coach William Mitchell says: “Kyle shows his own personal drive to excel and improve in a new and difficult sport.”

Varsity Girls’ Cross Country: Mia Rodriguez

Varsity Girls’ Cross Country Coach William Mitchell says: “Mia has exhibited diligence and performance at conditioning, practice, and competition from June til the present.”

Varsity Football: Austin Blakeney Varsity Football Coach Keith Allen says: “Austin has been a leader on and off the field for the football team this season. He does everything the right way and with the right attitude!” Varsity Boys’ Golf: Andrew Kozan Varsity Boys’ Golf Coach Ross Cash says: “Andrew shot 67 in brutal windy conditions to win Regionals individually and help carry the team to our first regional title ever in golf. Nothing he does ever surprises me anymore...he is a once in a lifetime type talent, and he just keeps getting better and better.” Varsity Girls’ Golf: Mareta Eberhardt Varsity Girls’ Golf Todd Leckrone says: “Mareta has improved so much this year, and I’m very proud of her accomplishments in golf. With that said, “What you are as a person is far more important than what you are as an athlete” and Mareta has grown and matured into a caring and thoughtful young lady with a bright future.” Varsity Boys’ Swimming: Jonathan Yang Varsity Boys’ Swim Coach Katie Piccirillo says: “All year, Jonathan has been a huge asset to this boys’ varsity swim team. He has contributed numerous first place finishes through our dual meet season, and has shown huge strides towards breaking several school records. Last week at districts, he qualified for regionals in both of his individual events and contributed to a 400 free relay on its way to regionals as well.” Varsity Girls’ Swimming: Danielle Saccal Varsity Girls’ Swim Coach Katie Piccirillo says: “Danielle is as tough a competitor as they come. After injuring her shoulder at the final dual meet of the season, she was determined to not let it end her season. At the district swim meet, her personal best swim in the 200 free relay contributed to a 2nd place finish and a bid to compete at Regionals!” Varsity Volleyball: Cindy Hugel Varsity Volleyball Coach Ashlei Furtado says: “Cindy’s serve receive has been on point this season and her defense has improved so much. She has been a great addition to the team this year!” November 6, 2015 NEWS Page 4 Vatican Suspends Gay Priest By: Marie Schuhler A big meeting of the subject the synod assembly to world’s bishops to discuss the undue media pressure,” explained future relationship between Federico. gays, divorcees and the Catholic Of course, the homosexual Church was planned for October community did not appreciate 4, 2015. However, it is on the eve nor understand the reaction of of this meeting that Krzysztof the Vatican and is claiming that Charamsa chose to come out as Krzysztof has been excluded a gay priest. His said that his first because of his sexual orientation. intention was to add a “Christian The church contends that the synod Voice” that would help establish meeting was seriously disrupted, a foundation for how the church resulting in greater tension than was going to better minister should have existed as they to the homosexual faithful. prepared to discuss the sensitive Photo courtesy of Otago Daily Times Daily Otago of courtesy Photo Krzysztof Charamsa, surrounded by the press Unfortunately, the Vatican didn’t issue. Multiple press conferences see this act as helpful as Krzysztof were held and Charamsa even On the 3rd of October had been hiding his homosexuality had hope they would. Charamsa introduced his partner, Eduard, 2015, the eve of a world bishops for a long time as he fulfilled his was dismissed from his position. to the news. “I came out. This is a meeting, the first gay priest made priestly duties, so what made Federico Lombardi, chosen to be very personal, difficult, and tough his coming out in public. One him change his secretive stance the Vatican’s spokesman in this decision in the ’s day later, the Vatican dismissed and open his private life to the case, was charged to explain to the homophobic world,” Charasma him from his position. Was the world? Krzysztof said to the gay community the harsh reaction said to the press at a conference Catholic Church’s controversial Polish Daily Gazeta Wyborcza of the Catholic Church. In his he held to criticize the Vatican’s decision to fire Father Charasma that he made the crucial decision statements, Lombardi explained actions. He claimed that he took based on his sexual orientation or to come out after receiving hate that Krzysztof’s behavior was action to help, not hinder, the was there something more to the mail. The hate mail had been sent judged as “irresponsible,” by the meeting and that his declaration decision? to him after he publicly chastised Church and that was why he was a way to connect gays with the Krzysztof Charamsa was Tygodnik Powszechny, a strong had been dismissed; but despite Vatican. He also declared that his born on August 5, 1972, in . anti-gay writer in the Catholic that finding, he still remained a dismissal is related to his sexual He studied philosophy and weekly magazine, for his hostile priest. In other words, Krzysztof orientation and not to the poor theology from 1991 to 2002 when position against gays. The Vatican is not allowed to work but is timing of his announcement. he obtained his . In 2004, is opposed to gay marriage and still considered a priest with a Father Charasma’s coming he started to teach theology. Since to any homosexual practices, permanent job as long as the out did cause a lot of noise and 1997, Krzysztof had followed but they teach that homosexual Vatican allows it. Lombardi also put the Vatican under-pressure; his catholic faith and had been persons deserve respect and mentioned that his superiors however, Krzysztof Charamsa ordained as a priest. In 2003, he justice. Homosexuality remains could take further action in the stands by his decision and says, “I entered at the Congregation for fundamentally in opposition to case. “The decision to make such have to say who I am. I am a gay the Doctrine of the Faith, which Catholic beliefs. However, other a pointed statement on the eve of priest. I am a happy and proud gay he is still a part of today. circumstances also affected the the opening of the synod appears priest.” Father Krzysztof Charamsa decision of the priest. very serious, since it aims to Against the Abuse By: Haley Gantt

The “Polished Man” is an in an orphanage growing up painting one of their fingernails the child abuse that is happening organization against child abuse because her father had died, and to represent the 1 in every 5 kids behind closed doors.” The nails are and violence against children that her mother wanted her to be raised getting abused, because things just the beginning, and together exists all over the world. Statistics in a safe refuge. However, Thea like that are happening everyday, we can make a difference. show that 1 in every 5 children had been sexually and physically and we might not even know it.” suffers from sexual and physical abused since she was about 10 Donating money to the cause of abuse every day. Ninety percent years old. Her abuser was a man Polished Man, will help children of abuses against children are by that Thea’s own mom had looked that are living in locations filled men and happen behind closed up to and trusted, the orphanage with poverty and are at the risk doors by people the children may director. After learning that the of violence. Sophomore Emily even know. Statistics also show director repeatedly abused Thea, Ballenger said, “I think it is that a child has a higher chance Elliot was amazed at how strong amazing that we are taking a of at-home violence if they have and brave she was at such a young stand now against child abuse, not finished school, have parents age. When Elliot met Thea, she was and helping children all across that do not have healthcare, have still recovering from her trauma. the world.” parents that abuse drugs and Elliot now always keeps one of More than 91,000 men alcohol, or have parents or family his fingernails painted black as a have made the choice to paint members that suffer from mental reminder of Thea and how she was one of their fingernails and take or physical problems. one of the 1 in 5 children suffering a stand against the abuse. Elliot Photo courtesy of .com The Polished man all around the world. said, “We have bigger goals for this Polished Man CEO Elliot started when the CEO, Elliot TKA freshman Caylie year in nail-painting, and even Costello paints one nail, taking Costello, met a young girl named Catoe said, “I think it is great what want women to start painting a a stand to end violence against Thea from Cambodia. Thea lived the men and women are doing by nail to show that they are against children. November 6, 2015 LION LIFE Page 5 Future Community Helpers By: Sophia Dorribo

In October, TKA equipment. Kindergartener Hope kindergarteners celebrated their Tomaselli’s favorite part of the annual Community Helper Day, entire day was getting to “dress up a day in which the students as a construction worker.” had the opportunity to come to Learning about the school dressed like their favorite community and those who make community helper, or someone an impact in it is very important, that interacts with and assists which is why the kindergarten the community. To prepare for class spends so much time doing this special day, the kindergarten it. Kindergarten teacher Mrs. classes spent two weeks learning Leslie said the purpose of this all about different jobs that impact fun and memorable activity is “to the community in a variety of recognize and appreciate those ways, and through these activities who help in our communities and learned to recognize the people Yearbook TKA of courtesy Photo are ready to serve us in our daily that impact the community every Kindergarten students posing dressed as their favorite community lives.” day in positive ways. helpers. In the weeks leading up to this day, kindergarteners police officers, firemen, military policeman because, “sometimes I participated in center activities, personnel, teachers, chefs, see them, and I really like the color shared media, and listened to veterinarians, artists, construction blue.” parents who came in to share workers, pastors, worship leaders, In the morning hours before about their careers. When and others. There were many jobs lunch, the students experienced they finished their study, the from which to choose, as there are different centers revolving around students were able to choose any many different careers that impact communities and the people that community helper about whom the community; the only rule was impact everyone’s daily lives. They they had learned and come to that the students could not dress also participated in an exciting school dressed in that career’s as fictional characters. Gabriella parade through the school, photo attire. On Community Helper Raines chose to dress up as a nurse opportunities, as well as short Day, the kindergarten classes Yearbook TKA of courtesy Photo because they get to “help people,” presentations to their classmates More creative community consisted of nurses, doctors, and Blake Patchin chose to be a explaining their job, costume, and helper ideas. professional baseball players, November 6, 2015 SPORTS/NEWS Page 6 Coaching Carousel By Nick Albino

The month of October to be extremely pleased with the rankings. The Trojans blew out the Twitter, “ Coach Sark is still having proved to be not so fruitful new decision, especially tight Arizona State Sun Devils 42-14 fun at USC,” obviously alluding for some head coaches at the end Jordan Cameron formerly of the following week, but then took to the fact that this problem goes professional and collegiate level. the Cleveland Browns who said, a close 17-12 loss to Sarkisian’s old back further than some may have Most notably, Miami Dolphins “Everybody would run through a team prior to USC, the Washington suspected. The Trojans will now Head Coach Joe Philbin was fired wall for Dan Campbell. Everyone Huskies. However throughout all of look to offensive coordinator Clay on Monday, October 5th. The in this room would say the same this, Sarkisian dealt with a violent Helton to lead their team after a Dolphins started off their season in thing.” The Dolphins seem to have alcohol addiction, even going back rough fallout with their former Washington against the Redskins made the right change to redirect to June 2011. A USC assistant head coach. The team reportedly with a victory, but the following their season back towards the coach also believes that Sarkisian inquired about Philadelphia three games were at times tough high hopes at the beginning was drunk on the field during the Eagles head coach Chip Kelly, but to watch for Fins fans. The team of the year, and it starts with team’s 42-14 win over ASU. After he comically dismissed the claim was out-scored a combined 91-48 Campbell. As far as his anxiety the head coach addressed a crowd at as false by saying, “No.No.No. throughout the losing streak, and towards being the head coach of a pep rally with slurred speech and No.No.” Hopefully the Trojans can quarterback Ryan Tannehill was a marquis team, he just wants to inappropriate language, one of his find a coach who will be saying, sacked ten times in three games. go out and win.““The first time former Washington players, tight “Yes.Yes.Yes.Yes.Yes,” sometime Couple that with a lethargic that I felt like I could breathe over end Michael Hartvigson, wrote on soon. running game (only 65 attempts the last 48 hours was right there in four games), and it is easy to in that practice,” he said. “That’s see why the Dolphins’ offense was where I feel at home. I thought stymied by almost every opponent it was a crisp practice, it was to they faced during Philbin’s 2015 the point, it was competitive. campaign. It was, I would say, a winning The team decided to hire environment.” For Dolphins fans’ former tight ends coach Dan sake, hopefully that environment Campbell as interim head coach turns into some points on the of the team. Campbell is a former board. professional tight end who played On the collegiate level, nine years in the NFL and earned Steve Sarkisian, the now former a Super Bowl ring as a member of head coach of USC Trojans the New Orleans Saints in 2009. Football, was fired on October The hard nosed coach is trying to 11, 2015. After completing his images Getty of courtesy Photo instill a more physical philosophy first year as coach of the Trojans, Former USC head coach Steve Sarkisian was fired October 11th due in the football team. “It’s all about Sarkisian and South California to his battle with a violent alcohol addiction. being primates,” Campbell said. got off to a 2-0 start before losing “That’s what they have those pads to a tough Stanford Cardinal on for. Got to learn to use those team who currently is 5-1 and things again.” The players seem number 15 overall in the BCS ‘In God We Trust’ ? By Bryson Mawn

In an age of so-called officers believe in getting back to brutality is an issue that seems to For now, the controversy continues freedom, government employees America’s so called traditional be constant;y in the news, many and only time will tell the outcome. have created a controversial roots and feel that posting this believe that the police force is issue with the use of four short phrase will help them in doing not helping their cause by being words: “In God We Trust.” This this. This may be a start, but it involved in another controversial battleground is taking place in creates a controversial issue when issue that sparks protests from many Southern states such as the First Amendment states that many groups. It seems that the Missouri, Arkansas, Florida, the government is prohibited from posting of this phrase is doing Kentucky, Texas, and Virginia. establishing or even preferring a more harm than good. The police These are states that predominately religion. By stating “In God We force is here to protect American’s, stick with traditional conservative Trust,” it seems to be in opposition not lead American’s to certain values and standards. Not only has to the First Amendment. religious beliefs. It is up to each and the phrase offended people, but it Freedom From Religion every American to decide what has started a movement to abolish Foundation (FFRF) is an god they will choose to follow or the posting of the four words on organization that tries to attack not follow. The government should government vehicles. situations like this to protect the never provide a bias towards a In these Southern states, American people and ensure their certain religion and should stay police officers have started to post rights according to religion and away from the idea as a whole as it the phrase “In God We Trust” on how the government can’t provoke is unconstitutional. CBN.com of courtesy Photo the back of police vehicles. “I think or afflict upon those rights. FFRF Will the police officers keep with all the assaults happening on is leading the movement to take “In God We Trust” on their vehicles Display of a police car that officers across the country...it’s the phrase “In God We Trust” off and risk protests and claims happily posts ‘In God We Trust’ time we get back to where we once of government vehicles and will of acting on unconstitutional on the back of his government were,” stated Police Chief Adam stop at nothing in doing so. grounds, or will they try to keep police vehicle. Garcia of North Texas. These At a time when police the peace and remove the phrase? November 6, 2015 NEWS Page 7 The New Test Addressed By: Grace Goebel

a 25% probability of getting a complex structure and vocabulary. question right instead of 20%. Another aspect that mirrors the The College Board has addressed ACT is that there will be fewer their decision to simplify the SAT sections on the new test, but the vocabulary stating, “No longer sections will be longer in time will students use flashcards to than the current test. While this memorize obscure words, only to seems like a positive addition, the forget them the minute they put time extension is necessary given their test pencils down.” Instead, the challenging format of the test. the new words are ones that The redesigned test will students will most likely face in revert back to a scale out of 1600 their future careers. points (the test was originally However, the revised scored this way up until 2005),

Photo courtesy of tutoring club temecula test isn’t without its obstacles. in addition to the optional The new test will be introduced in March of 2016. Reasoning and thinking skills essay. Many of the changes draw will now be more important than similarities to the ACT, which is Now more than ever the as a balance of challenging yet ever. Although the essay will now significant given that in September pressure is on for students to excel pragmatic questions. be optional, logic, structure, and 2012, it was announced that for on standardized tests. Not only are Some appealing changes rhetorical skills are essential to the first time in history more these test scores a consideration in include no penalty for wrong write a more challenging essay. students took the ACT than the the college admissions process, answers, fewer answer choices, Foundational math skills will also SAT. This gives way to the theory but many scholarships require and easier vocabulary. Similar play a more important role. TKA that the SAT redesigned the test top-notch scores to receive to the ACT, students will no math teacher, Kevin Shaw, states, to stay competitive with the ACT. money to pay for these colleges longer lose points for incorrectly “I love the fact that all of the However SAT prep company Ivy as well. Much controversy has answered questions which means brilliant young mathematicians global thinks its more likely that, surrounded the new SAT format, students will be able to spend at TKA and around the country “The redesigned SAT test will with some claiming its more less time weighing whether or can show that they are not prioritize content that reflects the difficult and others saying it is not to omit a question. Also like technology dependent with kind of reading and math students easier. Despite the debate, the the ACT, there will only be four everybody’s favorite new section, will encounter in college and their facts that the College Board has answer choices opposed to five. the non-calculator section.”The future work lives”. published portray the revised SAT This means students now have reading passages will include November 6, 2015 LION LIFE Page 8 Homecoming By: Amanda Gonzalez Photo courtesy of TKA Yearbook TKA of courtesy Photo Yearbook TKA of courtesy Photo Eighth grade finishes off their Toy Story performance with a bang. Austin Sharkey “explodes” during the junior boys’ powderpuff cheerleading performance that made the crowd go wild. For the first time in TKA made by their coaches, and MVP and great people. Queen Noelle as they tap danced and acted their history, there was an international senior captain Olivia Michaels Leinwol took a more humorous hearts out. Chris Pappas said, “We homecoming king, a “leftover” received the winning game ball approach with her speech and got to learn how to tap and it was queen, a rousing 50-7 powderpuff after her incredible 3 touchdowns. spoke about herself as a “leftover,” so much fun.” An unexpected victory for the senior girls, and The junior girls took a different but clearly, the queen has no idea surprise caught everyone off a hard-fought competition that approach, prepping with jugs how much she’s loved. The girls guard when the seniors took the did not leave this senior class in of water on game day to stay on the homecoming court had a stage. The crowd went wild when last place. This year’s theme was, hydrated. While the junior girls “Homecoming Court” group chat first time skit performer Austin “A Magical Adventure,” and what put up a good fight, they had a hard going on the whole month leading Blakeney perfected Troy Bolton a magical week it was. The week time denying the athleticism of the up to the court presentation, and from “High School Musical.” kicked off with wacky Mix and seniors. However, the junior boys they helped each other enjoy the Austin said, “Skit was so much Match Day, and as students arrived cheerleaders stole the show when entire stressful journey. From fun, and it’s the reason I’m doing at school in their mismatched they came dressed in matching multiple dresses getting the much the spring musical this year.” The outfits, they were surprised by the professional attire and performed dreaded “No” from administration senior class broke their curse of beautifully decorated classroom a hilarious dance routine. The at dress approval time, to having placing last by placing third overall doors that their classmates had senior boys, who did not even field no clue how to write a speech, in the skits this year. designed over the weekend a team last year, stepped it up and the nine young ladies texted away Alumni of all ages came to ranging from a camp-out at ‘Camp gave a spectacular performance. their troubles. Kahlert Stadium on Friday night Rock” all the way to Andy’s room Both grades performed with sass This year the talent in the to enjoy the football game against from “Toy Story”. and pizazz and had the crowd (and skits was undeniable. Eighth grade Pope John Paul. Though the History was made on girls) screaming. won overall with their “Toy Story” outcome wasn’t what the players Monday night when the senior On Thursday, the lucky themed performance. Throughout wanted, they fought the entire girls defeated the junior girls 50-7. eight boys and nine girls that the performance, the eighth game, literally down to the last It was the first time in TKA history made up the Homecoming Court grade used humor to win over second. The crowd was biting their that girls have won by such a large looked fabulous as they strutted the audience and the judges. They nails as they watched the boys give margin. The tension was very high their stuff and gave their speeches. even added a little modern day everything they had, and though on both sides of the field as the Homecoming King, Eddy Kim technology when they brought out they didn’t win, it was a night senior girls pushed themselves gave a memorable speech about Siri. Ninth grade was runner-up to remember. The boys’ hearts the entire game for their victory. how TKA has changed his life, with their rendition of “Newsies,” were shown in their passion and They came prepared with aopened new doors for him, and a classic Disney favorite. Their determination to give everything playbook full of intense plays helped him meet new friends undeniable talent was displayed they had for their team. Photo courtesy of TKA Yearbook TKA of courtesy Photo

Photo courtesy of TKA Yearbook TKA of courtesy Photo Friends Jack Clancy, Madeline Furtado, Isabel Albert, Sam Yearbook TKA of courtesy Photo King Eddy Kim and Queen Noelle Cornelius, Emily Ward, and Alyssa Blakeney dress up as the Senior captain Katie Krigbaum Leinwol pose after receiving their Avengers on Twin Day. makes a pick-six. crowns. November 6, 2015 NEWS Page 9 Hope for Freedom By: Alaina Whittaker

see as a hopeless situation. There the Hope for Freedom chapel, are many others who have stories Mr. Kolar said, “We all benefit similar to Katie’s, stories that break by becoming more aware of the God’s heart and fuels organizations problem of Human Trafficking like Hope for Freedom. especially understanding that This year, the funds raised while it is a global issue it really is through TKA’s Homecoming a problem in our own back yard. contributions were gifted to Hope This awareness will help all of us for Freedom. Our gift was greatly be more vigilant in our everyday appreciated by the organization lives, and it will also challenge and has been put to good use us to show compassion to those

Photo courtesy of www.abolitionseminar.org of courtesy Photo helping out girls with stories in need, those that we may come Pictures like this have been created to bring awareness to the atrocities like Katie’s. TKA student, Alexis across that have suffered as victims of human trafficking. Rossodivita said, “The Hope for of this. atrocity” Freedom chapel opened my eyes It can be hard to learn of “Are you aware that one of Child trafficking is the world’s to see the true world around me, such horrible events happening the greatest injustices of all time second largest criminal enterprise, and it was very sad to see how all around us, particularly when is happening around us today? an estimated 12 billion dollar a year many people were involved. It Florida has one of the highest rates 27 million people are enslaved industry. One victim by the name really showed me how much we of incidence of human trafficking worldwide, more than any other of Katie said, “At 11 I was raped by need to support this organization, in the nation. Being educated about time in modern day history. a man who was never caught; at 13, because many lives have been the issue and the organizations Eighty percent of these victims I was taken by a man and forced destroyed and those people that exist to eliminate the problem are women and fifty percent of into prostitution. While I was in deserve a second chance at a better is a step in the right direction. them are children, said Pastor that life, I was raped at gunpoint, life.” When asked about how our Todd Mullins founder of the beaten multiple times, thrown into school has been benefited from organization Hope for Freedom. the back of trunks, and kidnapped Hope for Freedom is a faith based by other men. December 23, 2009, organization dedicated to saving I was blessed with a beautiful baby victims of human trafficking. boy. He was taken away from me Hope for Freedom provides a at 4 months old after I was beaten safe and healthy environment for black and blue. I gave him up for young girls that have been saved adoption 6 months later. In May 4, from the atrocities of modern 2011, I was arrested; my arresting day slavery. The organization officer saw more in me than I did has been dedicated to creating and sent a social worker to visit homes, providing food and water, me. A very kind woman advocated and most importantly sharing the for me and took me in as her love of God with the girls rescued daughter. After 8 years of pain and from human trafficking. hurt I am finally in college!” As A third of children Katie’s story indicates, although involved in human trafficking human trafficking is absolutely

are lured or recruited into horrible, God shows that nobody fischer.files.wordpress.com of courtesy Photo the underground world of is beyond saving, and there is hope Images like this put a youthful face to the cause of abolishing human pornography and prostitution. for everyone in what others may trafficking.

Mystery Person By: Alaina Whittaker

The eyes have it...but can you guess the Mystery Person by his/her eyes?

The first person to correctly guess the identity of this mystery person will be rewarded with a $5 gift card to Chick-Fil-A. Please stop by Room 108-22 to see if you have the correct answer.

Last month’s Mystery Person was: Grace Brintnall November 6, 2015 SPORTS/NEWS Page 10 Cubs in the Playoffs By: Darien Rorabeck Has the 1985 movie “Back anticipated that he would be get an extra year on his contract. guess, but Jake Arrieta. The Cy- to the Future” made the biggest amazing and that he would be The Cubs were in third place Young candidate finished the sports prediction ever, calling for the new face of the franchise. So nearly the entire year. They made season with a 22-6 record which the Cubs to win the World Series where was he on the first game drastic changes such as benching is extremely impressive. Even in 2015? Thirty years after the of the season? Probably sitting at the former starting shortstop though the Cubs finished with movie premiered, the Chicago their most impressive record in Cubs are in the playoffs and doing arguably a decade, they finished well. third in the NL central division This all started back in and earned the second wild card October of 2014. The Cubs had spot. The Pittsburgh Pirates just fired their manager and had hosted the Chicago Cubs for a one their eyes set on one man, Joe game series. Whoever won, would Maddon, as their replacement. Joe move on. The Cubs pitched their Maddon was a former manager of ace, Jake Arrieta, and they won the Tampa Bay Rays and was well- their first playoff game since 2007. know across the league. When They then played in the NLDS and the Cubs hired Maddon, the beat the division winners, St. Louis speculations began about how he Cardinals. They won the series was going to change the “lovable three games to one, giving them losers” franchise into the “lovable their first series win since 2003 Photo courtesy of Bing Images winners.” When spring training The entire Cubs team after beating the Cardinals in the NLDS. and their first division game win began, everyone’s eyes were on one ever at home. man, but the reality was that they Although the Cubs went were not focused on Joe Maddon. home, watching the game on his Starlin Castro, then bringing on to lose the NLCS and did not It was the Chicago Cub’s number television. him back, and calling up many make it to the World Series, they one prospect, Kris Bryant, that Tactically, the Cubs’ didn’t prospects such as Javier Baez, Kyle still have to keep their heads high was garnering all the attention. He bring their number one prospect Schwarber, Addison Russell, and and be proud of their season. They had produced the most homeruns up and place him on the active others. However the highlight of have one of the most talented in spring training and had one of team roster. Instead, they waited the season was their star pitcher; rosters in the MLB and have an the best hitting averages. Everyone about fifteen games so they could but not Jon Lester as some would extremely bright future. Muscle from Moscow By: Michael Brisby The United States and defense systems. As the ISIS threat not willing to go into an all-out America has also gotten some Russia have historically been at grows, both countries have sent in war with each-other, people will flak with its ally Turkey, since the odds with each-other, but now planes to conduct airstrikes on the be outraged if they are attacked U.S. gave 50 tons of ammunition tensions are reaching a breaking terrorist group. However, many and tensions will rise even higher. to the Syrian Kurdish rebels who point as Russia is supporting the of Russia’s air-strikes have been People are saying that change must Turkey considered an enemy to Syrian government in its civil war. hitting rebels and civilians while come so that relations can be, at their state, since the Kurds have The Syrian civil war started in 2011 they defend themselves saying least for a while, built again. revolted against Turkey since the as pro-democracy rebels grouped that they were intending to hit “all That change might come 1920’s. These consequences have together and armed themselves terrorist groups.” soon as ISIS troops managed convinced some officials in both to fight against the Syrian Many people are saying to take the Syrian province of countries to limit or suspend the government and more specifically that the U.S. and Russia are going Aleppo while under the cover aid that they give if they have these its president, Bashar al-Assad. through a second Cold War and of Russian air strike fire. Russia negatives effects. This may allow The United States has supported armed conflict between the two has been bombing some of the for tensions to quell and peace the Syrian rebels practically since powers is coming closer. The two only rebel camps capable of talks to allow for a more organized the beginning of the war, and countries still have a large amount fighting ISIS which has allowed and constructive plan to fight the Russia has supported the Syrian of nuclear weapons even after the the terrorist group to advance ISIS threat instead of attacking the government since the late 1900’s. massive reductions in nuclear and take control of the Syrian group while America and Russia As the war in Syria has continued, munitions after the Cold War, province with little opposition. are on opposite sides of the war. U.S. and Russian relationships and many fear that the weapons have been strained since each side may be used against each other continues to provide more and soon. U.S. and Russian military more support to the opposing contact in Syria is becoming a factions. reality, as a Russian aircraft came The United States had close to a U.S. plane in-air while originally only provided non- attempting to identify the object. lethal aid to the rebels but have Tensions are at an all-time high, since then given them small and government officials think arms in order to aid them in not that an accident, such as the U.S. only fighting the government, mistakenly bombing a Russian but to also help fight against the base or Russian Anti-Aircraft growing ISIS threat. Russia has fire shooting down American also done something similar albeit planes, will cause a massive more militaristic. Russia has sent outrage throughout the victimized Photo courtesy of United Nations in heavily armored cars, guns, country. While it would appear President Putin and Obama at United Nations Luncheon radar equipment, and advanced the United States and Russia are November 6, 2015 NEWS Page 11 Water on Mars By: Bryson Mawn

alone. And we very may well have are unsure about how the water NASA is preparing to land a man gotten closer to this recently. got there. Many scientists have on an asteroid by 2025, and is A substance that is so different theories, some stating shooting to send a man to Mars essential to life, water, has a that there may be an aquifer in the 2030’s. Only time will tell molecular make-up that is different underground or even some ice if we truly make the mark to send than the rest. No life form that we fields that have melted from the a man to another planet. Maybe know of can survive without water. warmer weather causing a little that mission will reveal answers Photo courtesy of pbs.org That is why, on such a desert planet flow of water. Of course none of to the big question of life on other as Mars, NASA’s confirmation these theories can be verified, yet. planets, or maybe we will be kept Throughout history, of the sighting of water has been So what does this all mean? wondering even more if we are humanity has been obsessed with so exciting. On a planet where Is a Mars trip coming upon us alone. the idea of finding alien life forms. there are so many mysteries, this rapidly? Is NASA going to send Through art, media, movies, etc, discovery has brought scientists a man to Mars? At this moment people have explored this idea of closer to some answers. Because of other intelligent beings existing on this sighting, our nations are more other planets. Some people have interested in making a journey to even attributed the disappearance another planet to look for anything of the Mayan culture to aliens. and everything that could cause From the thought of the ‘little us to advance as a society and as green men’ on Mars, to the belief humanity. Humanity has been of intelligent aliens watching searching for another being that us and showing up secretly, may be out there. Humans feel like people have been driven with a they are alone and the thought can desire to explore outside of our be quite frightening, but this new known world and possibly find sighting causes major discussion another place where a life forms that there may be life closer than can exist. Many discoveries and Photo courtesy of NASA we thought. technological advancements have The water was discovered Scientists have studied these grooves in the surface of mars and have gotten humanity closer and closer on a picture taken by NASA’s Mars come to the conclusion that only a substance like water would be able to venturing out and trying to find Reconnaissance Orbiter. Scientists to create these 100 meter long streaks something that shows we aren’t November 6, 2015 NEWS Page 12 Democratic Debate By: Brenton Hilyer

The first Democraticand Lincoln Chafee - made no policy where Bernie Sanders was declaring that his biggest enemy debate, which occurred in impact on the stage and have both able to finally stand out, offering was the National Rifle Association. Las Vegas, Nevada, had a very since dropped out of the race. substantive policy on Wall Street Jim Webb’s biggest line (besides different tone from the debates The debate started strong and banking reform. With two his grumbling about getting no that had occurred between with moderator Anderson of his stand out lines being, “If a time) was his comment on killing their Republican counterparts. Cooper peppering the candidates bank is too big to fail, it is too big a communist guerrilla who threw For example, name calling and with tough question that each to exist!” and “Congress does not a grenade at him. While Lincoln insults were replaced with policy candidate found difficult toregulate Wall Street, Wall Street Chafee’s biggest part of the night and discussion. This may have answer. One of the highlights of regulates Congress!” Yet, probably was him getting grilled on his vote seemed boring to viewers who had the night was Cooper asking a the most popular quote of the to repeal Glass Steagall, which he experienced the Trump debates; follow up question to a question night being that “nobody cares excused because he was new to the but the election cycle for the most about Hillary’s changing opinion about ya damn emails!” in regards office. important person in the world which stumped her. After that, to the email scandal in which Overall, this debate was should not be a clown car race to the debate flowed into the natural Hillary embroiled. O’Malley made important for two reasons. Firstly, the finish line. Instead, it should be fields of foreign and domestic his stand of the night against guns, it was able to clear the field a bit, focused on the important facets of as there are only three candidates governance. remaining (Compared to the In terms of the debate itself, Republican’s 15). Secondly, and Hillary Clinton was able to distance most importantly, it showed that herself from the other candidates Hillary could stand against the by pure experience at debating on left-populism of Bernie Sanders, this stage, while focusing mostly and that no challenge would be on feel good brief overviews rather coming from the left. So Joe Biden than actual substantive policy. had no space to get into the race. Bernie Sanders on the other hand As shown by him declining to run was able to shine in his niche of for this cycle. Overall, this debate speaking about policy and action will not be remembered for it’s and little else. Martin O’ Malley soundbites or it’s insults, but it will showed himself off on the national Photo courtesy of netdna-cdn be remembered for introducing stage for the first time. While the The candidates at the start of the debate. to the American people the other other two candidates - Jim Webb side of the political spectrum.

How Tesla is changing the World of Cars By: Julian Maceira

Elon Musk, creator of Tesla, been imagining cars like this for gas engines. Costs of maintenance pollutants. The electric engine has been working on his big ideas years, and instead of waiting for a gas engine requires aside, emits no waste. for a long time. His career has been someone else to make his dreams electricity is less expensive than Electric cars are becoming a successful one since 1995, when a reality, he’s taken the liberty gas. Electric engines also require more popular every day. Even he founded Zip2, a successful web of doing it himself. When asked less maintenance. though they are currently just software company. Since then, he’s about his opinion on Henry Ford, Reason 3: Electric engines marketed to the wealthy, Tesla is had a hand in creating X.com, who made the car as we know are greener. The gas engine has expanding their horizons with which would go on to become it today popular, Musk praised taken a toll on our economy over new technology that is being the well-known online payment Ford’s ability to really sell the the years, and is also responsible researched to its full potential. company known as PayPal. idea of the car, and making sure for one third of the world’s air Using $100 Million dollars of his customers knew they needed it. fortune, he then founded Space Musk strives to be like Ford in that Exploration Technologies on June sense; he wants the world to know 2002, planning to put a colony why they need electric cars. Here on Mars by 2040. But arguably are few reasons electric cars would his most important venture was be useful: his founding of Tesla Motors, a Reason 1: Electric cars are company which specializes in the more convenient than gas cars creation and manufacturing of most of the time. Charging a car electric sports cars. He’s reportedly in a similar fashion to charging been interested in the potential of your phone is definitely more electric cars since as early as the convenient than interrupting 1980’s, a time when nobody even a journey to stop and get gas. thought about electric cars. A gas engine is also way more Musk has had good reason complicated than an electric to be so passionate about the one, requiring over 200 parts as future of electric cars; imagine opposed the 10 or so an electric

charging your car every night engine takes. Photo courtesy of Business Insider without having to stop for gas Reason 2: Electric engines Elon Musk at a Tesla presentation. every few miles. Elon Musk has are less expensive to power than November 6, 2015 LION LIFE Page 13 #RunandHyde By: Jewell Carver

Live at TKA, the Fine Arts The principal roles were Department recently presented the played by Gregorio Umana as Dr. production, Jekyll and Hyde. This Jekyll, Noelle Leinwol as Lucy, musical is based on the novel The and Brittany Wallace played the Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr. role of Emma. This was Noelle Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson, Leinwol’s first musical on The a story about a young scientist King’s Academy stage. Noelle trying to find a way to separate describes her first experience good and evil natures in people saying, “It’s been a lot of fun. It’s to cure his father’s mental illness. my first musical so it’s a thriller, When he experiments with his that’s like an extreme. It’s really new formula, the HJ7, on himself been fun to literally jump in with because he needed a human a character where I have to give all subject, it provides disastrous of myself and being dedicated to Photo courtesy of Jewell Carver results, creating his evil alter ego, that.” Noelle also described what Noelle Leinwol and Gregorio Umana share a tender moment on Mr.. Hyde. it was like playing her character. stage as Lucy and Mr. Hyde. Some of the main “I feel like it’s an honor to portray some of their characters’ using himself to test the formula characters include Dr. Jekyll, the a woman who represents so many personalities and what it’s like which causes him to go crazy and young scientist trying to create people, and she only trusts herself playing them. Brittany Wallace he becomes another personality, a cure for a mental illness; Lucy, so it’s really cool to get that message said of Emma, “She’s extremely becoming Edward Hyde. Then, the young woman Jekyll meets at across. She’s like a real person who sweet, she deals with a lot, and Edward Hyde is the evil part of “The Red Rat” after his ideas are would be hurting.” This is Gregorio she compromises a lot in her life. the humans, and Jekyll is the good rejected by the St. Jude’s Hospital Umana’s third musical at the King’s After her mother died, I feel like part of the personality.” Committee; Emma, Dr. Jekyll’s Academy, and he says that he loves she lost a lot of stuff in her life and This particular show was fiancee who begins to worry about this role, and it is like a dream all she had was her father. So I feel chosen by the Fine Arts program him when she finds out about come true. Both Greg and Noelle like she’s probably looking for that because they wanted to stretch Mr. Hyde; and Mr. Hyde, Jekyll’s were new to the King’s Academy love, someone to truly love her, and to new heights, and Mr. Snyder alternate evil personality created last school year, and have already not look at her as a child, because believed that they had the talent when Jekyll tested the cure for made a huge impact. that’s all her dad was doing. When to accomplish this large task. mental illness, HJ7, on himself. The cast briefly described she found Jekyll, I feel like she Many of the performers are being felt like he really did love her. So scouted by universities, and when he started going crazy she they wanted to offer upper lever didn’t exactly want to lose him work to prepare the students for because he’s the first person who professional and college level looked at her as her true self.” work. Mr. Snyder believes this was Noelle Leinwol talked about her one of the strongest productions character, Lucy, saying, “She is displayed at TKA. This show has a really broken, really hurting, she very dark tone to it. It is something doesn’t know who she is and she people can relate to because it just feels used by everybody.” Greg sheds light on the idea of hiding Umana described Jekyll/Hyde behind a façade and never letting saying, “My character is crazy. The people see the truth. The Fine Arts musical starts with Dr. Jekyll, this Department once again comes out character is a crazy scientist who is with an amazing production in its trying to separate good from evil first show of the season.

Photo courtesy of Jewell Carver in people. Then he is trying to find Principal ensemble cast sings about the rash of murders that have a cure for his dad. Then, he ends up been happening on the streets f London. Teachers of Excellence This year, TKA teachers have been encouraged to look for their colleagues who are going the extra mile, making an imprint that is meaningful on their students or the school, and then nominate them for recognition as a “Teacher of Excellence.” September’s recipients of this honor were Mrs. Bonnie Mutz and Mrs. Kyle Gorton. Congratulations to these two very deserving teachers. Elementary Secondary Mrs. Bonnie Mutz Mrs. Kyle Gorton - works tirelessly to ensure - goes above and beyond for her student success in the SFAS international students program - provides extra help to ensure - is a true professional and treats students grasp difficult concepts her colleagues with respect and - has a great passion for what she care is doing - has added so much value to the - is relentless and has high elementary team and her standards for all her students program continues to thrive - is cheerful every day and has so - welcomes questions and makes much concern for others time to assist with strategies for best practice - is a humble leader November 6, 2015 NEWS Page 14 Western Democracy Welcomes the Pope By: Gaby Victoria

strongest influencers was shook up the Pope is in favor of traditional, after hearing his message. House conservative stances. According Speaker, John Boehner, resigned to a Pew Research Center survey, from his position one day after Democrats positive view of meeting . the Church grew to 39% and From a homeless shelter Republicans positive view grew to in Washington, the Pope flew to 22%. Between visiting homeless New York where he held multiple shelters and prisons, Pope Francis masses and prayers, spoke to the spoke to the Little Sisters of the Poor, United Nations, and held a multi- an order that filed a lawsuit against religious ceremony at the 9/11 the government’s Affordable Care Memorial. “We must never forget Act’s contraception mandate and the victims murdered on that day,” also spoke to Kim Davis, a public the Pope said. “But we must also figure who is known for speaking remember the spirit of solidarity out against gay marriage. that rose from the city in the Perhaps why Pope Francis made

Photo courtesy of USA Today Photo courtesy of USA pained aftermath, when we cared such waves in America is that after for each other, if only for a while, a summer of protests and topics Pope Francis and Obama share a moment of laughter as they meet. as though we were brothers and like immigration reform, for a sisters.” few days the nation felt united in For the first time in his the Pope addressed a joint meeting The Pope’s last and final a flood of empathy for others. The life, Pope Francis of the Roman of Congress (both the Senate and stop was to Philadelphia; to speak Pope reminded us that, “no matter Catholic Church made a visit the House of Representatives). with survivors in the city affected where you are on the globe, we are to several locations in America Florida’s very own Senator, Marco from the clergy sexual abuse all equidistant from the center.” to speak about very serious Rubio, was brought to tears after scandals. He apologized on his For six days the nation of America and controversial topics. On hearing Pope Francis speak on own behalf claiming that God will set aside differences of religion, September 22nd, the Pope landed immigration reform. During the punish the guilty. Pope Francis politics, and social tensions to in Washington D.C. on an overcast meeting with Congress, the Pope then later went to a correctional- celebrate the good of humanity. day, greeted by the President and reminded that history speaks facility in Philadelphia to pray “Being raised a Catholic, I’ve always his family as soon as he got off through the flawed and humble, with prisoners and even hold agreed on the teachings that Pope the plane. After exchanging a few and to steer away from the perfect hands with them saying, “We all Francis talked about. I believe he is words and a quick laugh, Pope and proud. Current Republican have stained souls.” an example not only to Christians, Francisco was escorted away in his Presidential candidate Marco Interestingly but to everyone, regardless of Fiat, because he denied any grand Rubio wasn’t the only one at the enough, ratings of the Catholic religion,” said Franklin Urdaneta, means of transportation. address to take the Pope’s words Church have risen with a TKA Student. After prayers and parades, to heart. Even one of the nation’s Progressive Americans although November 6, 2015 NEWS Page 15 Safety on the Go By: Mareta Eberhardt Public or mass transportation against transportation targets, patrols at vulnerable stations with Another example is the incident is a multi-billion dollar industry. and by 1998, 40 percent involved additional K-9 teams and vehicles of the sinking of MV Sewol ferry In 2014, Americans took 1.8 transportation targets, with a for explosive detection, and many leaving , South Korea. This billion trips using mass transit, growing number directed at bus more improvements. ferry carried 476 people, mostly not to mention the astronomical and rail systems. The credible Terrorism isn’t the only secondary students from Danwon world-wide usage. With so many High School. 304 passengers people using mass transit, safety of and crew members died in the mass transit systems becomes of disaster leaving approximately 172 paramount importance. Whether survivors. The sinking of Sewol has protecting the public from resulted in a widespread social and terrorist attacks while transporting political reaction in South Korea, them, or simply protecting them many criticizing the actions of from human error incidents or the captain and most of the crew mechanical failure, safety must be members. In May of 2014, a month stressed. after the incident, the captain and On March 11, 2004 there three crew members were charged was a terrorist bomb attack on with murder, while eleven other a train in Madrid, Spain, killing crew members were indicted for 191 and injuring 1,800. This was abandoning the ship, obviously followed by another bombing on invalidating the inherent trust of July 7, 2005 in London (known as the captain and its crew members by 7/7) targeting civilians using the passengers. Safety has always public transport system during ABC News Photo courtesy of been top priority for all modes the morning rush hour: killing Sewol sinking ferry in April 2014. of transportation. As a result of 52 and injuring 700. These two September 11 and all terrorist incidents have been the worst threat of increasing terrorism concern when thinking about attacks on public transportation since 1988 Lockerbie bombing directed toward our nation’s the dangers of mass transit systems worldwide, a worker from on flight 103 heading to Detroit, transit system requires that we systems, but also issues such as FTA stated, ”Our focus on transit killing all 243 passengers, 16 crew take immediate prudent action the credibility of the captain/ security has been elevated to a members, as well as 11 pedestrians to prevent, prepare, and respond pilot and its crew members. For level unmatched previously. We on the ground. These are just a few to the violence. Jennifer Dorn, example, October 6, 2015 pilot recognize the need for improved of the terrorist attacks perpetrated Federal Transit Administrator, Michael Johnston, 57, died of a planning, communication, and against public transportation. lists ways to prevent and deal heart attack mid-flight forcing the coordination between transit Because of these many scares, with terrorist transit incidents. co-pilot to make an emergency systems, first responders, and people all over the world now have FTA plans to increase tracking landing. No one was harmed and emergency managers worldwide.” issues with mass transit systems and inspection on certain the landing was successful, but Everyday they are thinking of ways and wonder if they’re truly safe. shipments, enhance employee knowing that Mr. Johnston might to prevent horrible mass transit The State Department training, expand the chemical have had a heart condition and system accidents at the hands of reports that in 1991, 20 percent of emergency sensor program, being 57 at the verge of retiring, outsiders or from within. all violent attacks worldwide were add high-visibility uniformed he should not have been flying. TKA Fine Arts! Fine TKA Enjoy Christmas With Enjoy November 6, 2015 NEWS Page 16 Tragedy at Sea By: Sarah Rinker

On Tuesday, October rather the side of the hull, making it 1st, what was supposed be a easier for water to enter the ship in routine voyage from Jacksonville, the event of bad weather. Professor Florida, to Puerto Rico quickly of Naval Architecture and Marine turned into a mysterious disaster Engineering Richard Burke, of the when hurricane Joaquin hit in University of New York Maritime the vicinity of the Bahamas. The College, says that the ship had container ship El Faro, with a crew the excess amount of space that of 33, left from Jacksonville on big ships require in order to stay September 29th and was meant afloat; however, when water gets to arrive in Puerto Rico within inside, it will “slosh” around under Photo courtesy of CNN News 4 days. However, the voyage the entire deck, making the ship did not go as planned and was unstable. The vessel passed its El Faro was last known to be located off the coast of Bahamas intersected by the category 3 annual coast guard inspection last before the storm hit and the vessel disappeared. hurricane Joaquin. The story of March, so it is likely that the 40- the cargo ship’s disappearance was year old cargo ship was exposed to were hard at work to find any it got harder and harder for the impactful, leaving the families of water from unstable structure or evidence to help give the families families. Rhonda Porter, sister of the crew members devastated. from failure to secure the loading of the crewmen closure. The crew member Jones stated, “But For the most part, ships are door. on the El Faro sent an when we keep doing conference built to withstand harsh weather About an hour and a half email to her mother prior to facing calls [with the shipping company] conditions. Engineers focus on the into the voyage, the El Faro was the devastating storm, which read, and they are saying they didn’t find design of the shape and structure informed that hurricane Joaquin “We are heading straight into it, anything ... it’s hard.” in order to ensure it stays afloat would cross paths with the cargo Category 3, last we checked… The tragic events certainly no matter the weather; however, ship. On Thursday of that same Winds are super bad. Love to raise questions such as “Why did for El Faro this wasn’t the case. week, the El Faro crew reported everyone.” the ship set sail directly into an in- The El Faro was a ship designed to that the ship had lost power, was Among the crew were coming hurricane?” and “Was the carry vehicles that could be driven taking on water and leaning 15 cousins Jackie Jones Jr. and James ship truly sea-worthy at the time on and off the boat also known degrees. Unfortunately that was Porter. The families of the men are it sailed?” Families are hopeful as a “roll-on/roll-off’ cargo ship. the last communication ever now closer than ever, bonded in that ongoing investigations will be Because the vessel is designed received from the El Faro captain. the grievance of losing Jones and able to answer the open questions with large external doors close to The crew of 33 men Porter. Some family members still they still have and allow them to the waterline, the vehicle doors are consisted of 28 Americans and kept high hopes that their relatives receive the closure they desire and not found at the bow and stern but five Polish nationals. Rescue crews were still alive but as days went by require.