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A ganization thatof- Y? , andmentalhealth .svdpmission.or , butbothplans . , andmore. treet , Compassion ganization’ Al Gore,the g forfur W ater g. s - - page 2, The Eagle Flyer/April 2019 Students show ‘artrageous’ talent again By Destiny Hollister, Bernadotte Sufka Staff Writers Mattatuck Museum features Kennedy artists “In spite of everything I shall rise Thomas, junior. Students in Ms. uniqueness.” again: I will take up my pencil, which Douglas’s class were: Anthony Vergeli, The students in Douglas’s class I have forsaken in my great discour- Destiny Suarez-Moralez, and Aliyah worked on different art pieces while agement, and I will go on with my draw- Rodriguez, who was working with Carpinella’s focused mainly on collages ing,” artist Vincent van Gogh once said. Vergeli. of animals. Two works selected from What is your emotion towards art? The teachers and students said they Douglas’s class were paintings por- Does it mirror van Gogh’s? were excited to have this opportunity traying all the colors on the color wheel Waterbury’s Artrageous show has to showcase their talent. (primary, secondary and tertiary col- selected some art students’ original “This is my first year doing the ors) as background for the main focus. works to display at the Mattatuck Artrageous show and I’m very proud The first was a side perspective of Museum March 1-13, 2019. of my students,” said Ms. Douglas, a woman at the center of all the colors, “This is the 5th annual Artrageous art teacher. and the second was a colorful skull. YEAR IN REVIEW Students in math show and it’s very exciting to see my Art teachers recommended their These were based on the Pop Art teacher Mrs. Rothen’s class created students’ artwork be approved,” said students, and to have your own origi- movement of the 1950s. It challenged short biography banners (above) for Mrs. Carpinella, art teacher. nal artwork displayed at a museum is the traditional fine art style by includ- some famous African American individu- als in celebration of Black History Month, The annual art show, held each definitely exciting and an honor at a ing popular images, mass culture, ad- and the banners were displayed outside March, generally involves only city young age. vertising and comic books, according her classroom door. “I was pleased with schools yet this year one charter school Douglas said she had a difficult time to tate.org.uk, an art museum website. how they turned out,” said Rothen. A was included, Brass City Charter. choosing the students in her class since The two students who worked to- close up of a banner about Maya Students chosen from Carpinella’s many created unique art pieces so the gether on one created a papier-mâché Angelou is seen on the left. class include Cassidy Alveres, sopho- students she selected “somehow stood CD cover that stood out of the classic, Photo by K. Rothen/staff more; Amber Ferrazi, senior; and Demi out with different ideas in their own flat paper.

said he will relax and visit relatives. absolutely nothing but laying in my bed and watch- drive down to Florida and renting a beach house for “I plan on going to spend some time with my ing TV. I’ve been working really hard this last us; this is my first big spring break on my own so Relax or catch up: family, maybe stay at some relatives’ houses for a semester and I feel as if I need this break, and then I’m super excited and am ready for the adventure,” little bit,” said Deron Lodge, a senior. it’s back to work,” said Felicia Greco, a freshman said Elizabeth Sullivan, a SCSU sophomore. spreak break plans “I will not be going anywhere out of a 20-mile at Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU). Cancun, Mexico is the world’s number one in- radius,” said Josephson. Yet more than 50 percent of students will plan ternational destination for spring breakers and By Tyler Spooner, Joleen Once While some people see spring break as the per- to travel for their spring break, “with 70 percent South Padre Beach Texas is the number one travel Staff Writers fect time to relax others, see an opportunity to planning to spend less than $1,000,” according to destination in the United States for spring break, get recharged for school. www.chicagotribune.com, a news website. according to www.studentcity.com, a website where “I do not know what I will be doing in detail but “I’m planning on spending this break doing “My roommates and I are planning on taking a students can book trips and vacations. I feel like SOAR is going to throw something at me,” said Damien Josephson, a freshman, regard- ing spring break, so how will other students spend their week off from school? Help prevent child abuse: buy $1 ribbon in main office Waterbury students take spring break from Monday, April 15 through Friday, April 19, 2019 By Destiny Hollister, Elizabeth Albright (which is also Good Friday) and at least one student Staff Writers Kennedy leads city in Exchange Club efforts helping children National Child Abuse Prevention Month is a sold the most blue ribbons with the 100 we’re according to joyfulheartfoundation.org, a website yearly observance that takes place during April given” from the Exchange Club. that responds to serious world issues. in America. It’s purpose is to bring attention to- Across America, more than 1,000 Exchange While many families face issues that they must wards preventing child abuse. The goal is for Clubs and Exchange Club Child Abuse Preven- combat, one suggestion from experts is to everyone to unite to promote the well-being of tion Centers hold Blue Ribbon campaigns in their always be the bigger person by reaching out or children, and the White House has taken an ap- communites, according to the Arizona Law En- reflecting on how a child or children involved in proach by proclaiming ways to help out since forcement and Outreach Support website an issue feels about the situation. 1983; there is even a way you can help in school. www.arizonaleos.com. To prevent child abuse, try to keep an eye on “Kennedy sells ribbons for child abuse pre- Here at school, students, faculty and staff have children around you to notice potential issues. vention for $1. We allow people to decorate their also purchased blue ribbons for a couple of years. You should seek help if you notice any prob- own ribbons how they’d like and a couple of The Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment lems, and encourage others to live violence-free, people usually stop by and look at them, want- Act was passed in 1974, which was later re- according to urmc.rochester.edu, a website that ing to buy their own,” said Ms. Denise Feliciano, formed into becoming a week of prevention dur- provides medical assistance in writing. To learn main office secretary. ing the first week of April. Following this, it was more about preventing and reporting child abuse, She explained that citywide “Kennedy once spread throughout the whole month of April, visit www.ChildWelfare.gov/Preventing.

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“Spending time with loved ones.” “Being with family and showing love to others.” “Taking a break from the busyness of life and taking a Raymond Ahrens, parent of a Kennedy student Krystal DellaBella, sister of a Kennedy student moment to appreciate everything around me.” Eric Rivera, brother of a Kennedy student Appreciate poems: library offers volumes Fear or fun: Fools Day returns By Alysssa Bisram National event began 23 years ago By Alysssa Bisram, Syrena Gibson Watch your back! Staff Writer Staff Writer, Correspondent

Roses are red, violets are blue, April “I can’t keep them on the shelf,” recom- Maybe Squidward Tentacles had of seasons would fool people. is National Poetry Month, and that said Lizak. menda- good reason to fear SpongeBob’s fa- “In Scotland, the tradition became much is true. “Milk and Honey is a collection of tions. vorite holiday, April Fools’ Day. But a two-day event, starting with ‘hunt- The Academy of American Poets poetry and prose about survival,” ac- An- how did this whimsical holiday the first ing the gowk,’ in which people were introduced and organized National cording to www.goodreads.com, the other of the month come to be? sent on phony errands,” according to Poetry Month in 1996 to increase world’s largest site for readers and popular Those who failed to recognize that www.history.com, “and followed by awareness and appreciation of poetry book recommendations. “It is about author the first day of the New Year had been Tailie Day, which involved pranks in the United States. the experience of violence, abuse, love, that changed to Jan. 1 and continued to cel- played on people’s derrieres, such as “Over the years, it has become the loss, and femininity.” Lizak recommends is Ellen Hopkins, ebrate New Years pinning fake tails or largest literary celebration in the world The Sun and Her Flowers was pub- the author of six poetry series (Crank, the last week of ‘kick me’ signs on with schools, publishers, libraries, lished in 2017, three years after the #1 Burned, Impulse, Tricks, Triangles, March through them.” booksellers, and poets celebrating New York Times bestseller Milk and and Love Lies Beneath). There are a April 1 became tar- In France, one would poetry’s vital place in our culture,” Honey, and carries similar themes. total of 13 books in all of the series gets for harmless secretly stick a paper according to www.poets.org, a site Due to the popularity of these combined, with the order of each jokes and pranks fish on another’s back, produced by the Academy of Ameri- books, Lizak printed out “18 Power- series noted in the library for students’ after France wait until the other per- can Poets, a nonprofit organization ful Poetry Books Like Milk and Honey convenience. switched from the Julian calendar to son discovers it, and then call out founded in 1934. By Rupi Kaur,” an article by Ashley “They’re novels laid out in poetry the Gregorian calendar in 1563, accord- “Poisson d’Avril,” which means “April Kennedy’s librarian Ms. Lizak rec- Holstrom on bookriot.com for future form,” said Lizak. “Novels in verse. ing to www.history.com, the site of the fish!” The paper fish is said to sym- ommended Very popu- history-based satellite television net- bolize an easily caught fish and a gull- some popular lar.” work. ible person. But when do these whim- books in an in- Lizak also “April Fools’ Day spread through- sical jokes go too far? terview Mon- mentioned out Britain during the 18th century,” “April 2 regrets are, at this point, day, March 11, the Random according to www.history.com, 18th almost as common as April 1 fools,” 2019. The po- House Trea- century meaning the 1700s. according to www.theatlantic.com, the etry section is sury of Year- It went on to be celebrated through- site of a literary and cultural magazine 808-811 in the Round Poems out the world in many cultures and that covers news, politics and culture. library, but po- by Patricia countries including Brazil, Greece, Ire- One may recall Squidward’s nasty etry can be Klein, pub- land, Italy, Poland, Sweden, and the revenge prank that left SpongeBob in found in other lished in United Kingdom. tears and him feeling guilty in Fools in sections as well. 2006. “It resembles festivals such as the April, the 38th episode of animator “Langston “I always Hilaria of ancient Rome, held on March Stephen Hillenburg’s SpongeBob Hughes is popu- recommend 25, and the Holi celebration in India, SquarePants. lar,” said Lizak, it,” said which ends on March 31,” according to Aside from pranks that may go too who also rec- Lizak. “It’s www.britannica.com, the site of a far, according to www.theatlantic.com, ommends Milk one of my fa- general knowledge English-language once popular jokes have now become and Honey and vorites. encyclopedia. redundant and simply unfunny. The Sun and That’s prob- The origin of the unofficial holiday “Theories about the neurological Her Flowers, ably why it’s may also be tied to the vernal or spring processes underlying humor and why both by Rupi out right equinox, when the unpredictable we laugh are surprisingly complex, but Kaur. now.” weather that comes from the changing See APRIL FOOLS, page 6 The Eagle Flyer/April 2019, page 4

Commentary SPRING BLOOMS The Staff Editorial first inner courtyard’s dogwood tree came to life early May 2018 so Protect your planet while the period 6 Journalism class took a quick photo. From left to right are practicing poetic inspiration sophomores Noah Crespo and Jayden Look around you, and what do you see? Is it other Pugh, Class of 2018 people? Look deeper. graduate Antonio Arrindell, sophomores Look at the trees. They’re such complicated organisms Luis Leon, Aimee that allow everyone to breath, to live. What about the Reinozo and Danny Ruiz, ground? The unappreciated friend we all have neglected, 2018 graduate Isaac even though we put our trust into it to keep us standing. Smyth, sophomores Brianna Bryant, Jorgeina It’s solid platform is relied on all day, every day. Don’t just Kartick, Machiah Smith look--feel. The fresh breeze circulates stale air to rejuve- and Janelle Djan, 2018 nate and awaken anybody it passes by. What if that were graduate Eddie Cruz, all taken away? sophomore Kevin Lush, English teacher Miss Well, it won’t all happen at once, but the earth has to be Drewry, sophomores relished more, appreciated more, or at least be taken care Jake Liquindoli, Deion of. It does not take much, either. From using energy effi- Lindsay, Thomas Bishop, cient lightbulbs, to using a clothesline, not wasting nap- Jazmin Estrella, Vivian Bunker, and senior kins, using all bits of paper (when writing or printing), to Madison Turner. shortening shower times, to even paying household bills Photo compiled by M. Turner/staff online, according to 50waystohelp.com, a website listing 50 things to help the planet and improve the environment. These are definitely things to keep in mind as Earth Day is Courtyard’s dogwood offers pretty view, scent approaching: Monday, April 22, 2019. This year’s focus for Earth Day is protecting our spe- By Madison Turner Collins would decorate tree with lights, Lizak recalls Managing Editor cies. According to Earth Day Network, an organization to COMMENTARY globally educate and initiate an environmental movement, Do you ever stare out of the (which) are actually bracts that website with information about 2019. Although it is scheduled “the rate of extinctions can still be slowed, and many of middle windows of Kennedy surround the tiny true flowers,” different countries’ traditions. according to past blooming our declining, threatened and endangered species can still into the courtyard and admire according to homeguides. American schools may start dates, nothing is guaranteed. In recover if we work together now to build a united global the pink clouds stuck in clus- sfgate.com/dogwood-vs- towards the end of summer but past years the festival lasted movement of consumers, voters, educators, faith leaders, ters around the branches? The cherry-tree-60047, a website Japanese schools begin once the an extra seven weeks, accord- and scientists to demand immediate action.” Some endan- beauty of these dogwood trees, from an affliate of the San cherry blossoms are blooming. ing to national cherryblossom gered life forms are bees, coral reefs, elephants, and more. which are often mistaken as Francisco Chronicle. Since the cherry blossom is watch.com/national-cherry- cherry blossom trees, have been Cherry blossoms, more com- so important to Japanese cul- blossom-festival/. It only takes daily contributions to the very planet you’re admired by people worldwide monly known as Sakura, have ture, as a result of an alliance, Washington D.C. is roughly standing on to make a significant difference. for hundreds of years. not only been considered a leader Yukio Ozaki sent Wash- a five-hour drive from Water- Another way you can make a difference is through your There are quite a few dif- symbolic flower of spring, but ington, D.C 3,000 trees in 1912, bury, but for those who can’t words, especially poetically. April is National Poetry Month. ferences between the two trees: providing a time for renewal thus not only starting a long- take the road trip, you can fol- For those who have written poetry before, challenge your- dogwoods only grow to be and a fleeting nature of life. lasting friendship of 107 years low daily photo updates via self to write various varities of poems or explore poetry of about 15 to 20 feet tall at full Japanese culture has been cel- but also the cherry blossom the official Instagram other writers more often. As for beginners, this is the per- maturity and are known for ebrating the week-long growth festival held in Washington @cherryblossomwatch, fect time to step out of your comfort zone and try some- having a warped look whereas of the blossoms usually during D.C. yearly. Due to this, ad- Facebook named Cherry Blos- thing new. Whether it is to express yourself in a meaning- cherry blossom trees tend to April for thousands of years; mission is free with most events som Watch, or the website grow 50 feet or more, expand- this tradition is considered primarily free and open to the cherryblossomwatch.com. ful way, communicate something to another, or simply get ing outwards. hanami, which means “watch- public, according to festival For those who can take the your thoughts out, poetry is the way to go and April only Though the two may be ing blossoms,” according to website nationalcherry blos road trip, numerous other free encourages the poetic side of everyone even more. confused by some, dogwood festival.si.edu/blog/signifi- somfestival.org/about-us/ events will happen at the festi- So throughout the month, whether making a difference petals are “usually a pure white cance-of-sakura-cherry-blos- The annual festival will be val, including the Blossom Kite through your lifestyle or language, make these four weeks but pink in some cultivars, som-traditions-in-japan/, a held March 20 to April 13, See DOGWOOD, page 5 be about putting yourself out there to influence another and spread positivity. Let April 2019 be the start of some- thing special and new within yourself and your commu- nity. There is no limit to an influential person. Go girls: Alice Paul’s legacy continues through activists By Madison Turner “To enjoy good health, to bring true happiness to one’s family, Managing Editor Female football player, peaceful protesters make history to bring peace to all, one must first discipline and control COMMENTARY one’s own mind. If a man can control his mind he can find the Who runs the world? Girls! cial media using the hashtag #womenswave, the next march has way to Enlightenment, and all wisdom and virtue will Another year, another 12 long months full of studying, work- not yet been scheduled or posted to womensmarch.com/2019- naturally come to him.” ~ Buddha ing hard and dedication. But from the beginning of time, women march/, the official march website where times, dates, and other have always worked above and beyond to earn rights and answers. information is detailed, such as artwork and answers to frequently Women have done so much that March was declared National asked questions. Women’s Month after President Jimmy Carter believed one week On the womens’ march website, contact information is also The Eagle Flyer in March was simply not enough, thus it has been nearly 32 years provided for people who want to attend or volunteer at a walk; since this change. there is also the email of [email protected] for you to The Eagle Flyer is published monthly and If you have not taken World History III yet, you may not see if a bus will be near your area going to D.C. for walks. distributed free of charge to Kennedy High realize what exactly women went through to have equal rights. So why is Dr. Seuss’ birthday March 2 and Easter April 21 School and the Greater Waterbury community. Our mission is The National Women’s Party had a “quiet” protest with picket taught to us in school and not this memorable month? to educate, enlighten and inform our school and community signs. This protest included standing in front of the White House “We should definitely at least talk about it in school, make it while developing journalism skills in editorial and business areas. a topic in history class. If more change does happen, I would The Eagle Flyer is a member of the Columbia Scholastic Press day in and day out while men would spit, hit and shame them. Association, the New England Scholastic Press Association and Picketing lasted two years from 1917 to 1919. During these two want my kids to know just what peers did,” said Jordan Eliza- the Journalism Education Association. years, more than 500 women were arrested while 168 were actu- beth, a Cazenovia College (in Cazenovia, New York) sophomore. School hours: 7:20 a.m. - 1:50 p.m. ally jailed, according to socialwelfare.library.vcu.edu/woman-suf- Elizabeth said she also believes it isn’t fair how mens’ sport- Address: 422 Highland Avenue, Waterbury, Conn. 06708 frage/national-womans-party/, a website that conveys informa- ing events are featured more often than womens’. Phone: 203-574-8150 Fax: 203-574-8154 tion related to the history of social reform. Although a woman has never been allowed to play alongside a If you are interested in finding out more information, or seeing featured team in the annual Super Bowl, female East Los Angeles Managing Editor Managing Editor firsthand what some of the conditions were like for women who college football player Toni Harris’s goal is to be, according to Herta Sufka Madison Turner peacefully fought for rights, watch the film Ironed Jawed Angels. www.insideedition.com/who-female-football-player-toyotas-su- Sports Editor Features Editor Commentary Editor Ironed Jawed Angels was filmed in 2004 as a documentary per-bowl-ad-50455. Toni Lopez Allison Rivera Vivian Bunker drama of Alice Paul, who as a feminist was one of the main leaders She said in an interveiw with CBS News that “playing along- in the fight for the 19th Amendment. For those who don’t know, side the boys (in high school) was difficult because they thought News Editor Artistic Director Service Coordinator the 19th Amendment “guarantees all American women the right to (I) would get hurt easier,” but it is “still my dream and I’m going Elena Acevedo Jazmin Estrella Bailey DiMasso vote,” according to www.ourdocuments.gov/, a website that ex- to protect it at any cost.” plains government documents from the National Archives. Since the 2018 pop song God Is a Woman by Ariana Grande Writers/Photographers The theme of this National Women’s Month is “Visionary song came out, many have posted photos of various women in Leylah Veliju, Tyler Spooner, Bernadotte Sufka, their life or that they may look up to using the name of the song Marliana O’Neill, Carolina Nazario, Sara Way, Crystal Forbes, Women: Champions of Peace and Nonviolence.” This year the Sofia Rinaldi, Alyssa Bisram, Markela Karameta, 2019 Honorees include six deceased and six living women who as a caption due to the empowerment to women the song has to Victor Morales, Michael Albino, Angelica Pena, Alura Levy, worked hard in promoting nonviolence and peace for the world. offer. Synthia Sharmin, Aaron Quintana, Elizabeth Dolloff, If you’re interested in finding out more information about what Not only have songs had the effect of female empowerment, Elizabeth Albright, Jazmin Urgiles, Jessinya Severino, the committee will put together for March 2020, check out some books or stories such as The Color Purple, “The Yellow Destiny Hollister, Blesset Anderson, Natalie Dames, nwhp.org or even make a donation at shopnwhp.org/mobile/dona- Wallpaper,” or even The Handmaids Tail have, too. Amelis Evangelista, Izzy Pagan, Quincy Grant, Danny Ruiz tions-c265.aspx, a site that promotes women’s rights through in- Though our fight isn’t over, “we are on a ride that cannot be formation, marches, donations, etc. stopped. People should talk about it more! We all came from a Adviser female and we are all super strong; we will ride to the occasion,” Dr. Cybart-Persenaire Although Jan. 19, 2019 the streets of Washington D.C. were flooded with people marching for womens’ rights, posting on so- said senior Alexa Hinton. The Eagle Flyer/April 2019, page 5 Dogwood tree enhances courtyard DOGWOOD, from page 4 COMMENTARY enjoys looking out her window in the spring time Festival held Saturday March 30, Petal Pooza at the dogwood tree in the courtyard. Saturday April 6, or the parade featured the last But the sight isn’t all she enjoys. day, Saturday April 13, according to “I love the scent. I just open the windows cherryblossomwatch.com/national-cherry-blos- (and) it’s natural aromatherapy,” said Travisano. som-festival/. Much closer than Washington is the Alhough is it not known how long the tree 47th annual Cherry Blossom festival Sunday, April has been in the courtyard, librarian Ms. Lizak 28, 2019. Admission will be free at Wooster Square recalls fond memories of it, especially when she in New Haven, Conn. with entertainment includ- was teaching English in room 232 and could look ing music and children crafts, according to out upon the dogwood tree. ctvisit.com, a tourism website. “I remember when the tree was five feet tall Ms. Travisano, an English teacher in room 107, and (the late English/Drama teacher) Mr. Collins is known for a refreshing room full of various would decorate the tree, adding lights for Christ- aromatherapy smells from sprays to lotions. She mas,” said Lizak. Photo compiled by M. Turner/staff WHAT A VIEW! In early May 2018 the first courtyard’s dogwood tree bloomed, so the period 5 journalism class took advantage of the photo opportunity. From left to right are 2018 graduates Salma Akter, Aliyah Garofalo, Stephanie Velez, Francesca Lundy, junior Kwai Parker, 2018 graduate Jurea McIntosh, English teacher Miss Drewry, 2018 graduates Mehdi Namazi and Andre Evangelista,senior Toni Lopez, 2018 graduates Fuka Reale and Alex Robinson, seniors Herta Sufka and Madison Turner, junior Darian Johnson, 2018 graduate Lamya Sultana, and sophomore Kevin Luarasi. Earth Day, April 22, reminds everyone to appreciate, clean up planet Earth By Danny Ruiz Staff Writer COMMENTARY What do the Earth, trees and recycling have in tection onto the national political what we have and what we are los- Occupational Health and Safety Act,” according common? Earth Day of course! agenda,” according to ing by acting in ways that aren’t to www.resnet.us “The idea for a national day to focus on the www.earthday.org environmentally friendly or energy Nevertheless, what does a student in our own environment came to Earth Day founder Gaylord Now that we know the origins efficient. Earth Day reminds us community think about Earth Day and its sig- Nelson, then a U.S. senator from Wisconsin, after of Earth Day and what it was that we need to take action now to nificance to environmental protectionism? witnessing the ravages of the 1969 massive oil founded for, we are left asking what exactly is protect our environment before it’s too late,” ac- “Earth Day is technically considered a holi- spill in Santa Barbara, California,” according to Earth Day’s significance? cording to www.resnet.us, a residential energy day yet most people don’t pay much attention www.earthday.org “Earth Day is all about appreciating the services network informational site. towards it,” said Aimee Reinozo, a sophomore. Moved to action by the environmental dam- uniqueness of our planet Earth with its incred- Since its creation in 1970, Earth Day and its In the end, learning about Earth Day and its age caused by that 1969 oil spill, Nelson founded ible biodiversity,” according to www.conserve- proponents have achieved great strides, such as: purpose enables us all to appreciate the planet Earth Day, which we celebrate each April. energy-future.com “The establishment of Environmental Protec- we inhabit, treat it with the respect it deserves, “Inspired by the student anti-war movement, Even knowing the origins and significance of tion Agency in 1970; The Clean Air Act of 1970; and discover how to protect the environment so he realized if he could infuse that energy with an Earth Day you may still be wondering about its The Clean Water Act of 1972; The Endangered future generations can experience the very same emerging public consciousness about air and wa- impact on our planet and our community. Species Act of 1973; The Resource Conserva- miracle we have had the honor of witnessing in ter pollution, it would force environmental pro- “Earth Day is important. It educates us about tion and Recovery Act of 1976; and The Federal our own lifetimes. False hate crime hurts all By Amelis Evangelista Staff Writer COMMENTARY Jussie Smollet, the 36-year-old actor from the TV show Empire staged his own hate crime by paying two Nigerian broth- ers to attack him in Chicago, Ill., according to news reports. “It’s so sad he would try to take advantage of America’s serious racism and homophobia to promote his career,” said biology teacher Mr. Awwad. Sadly, racism is very big in our country and Smollet shed un- necessary light on it just because he was not satisfied with his salary, according to Entertainment Tonight on their website. “He should have been satisfied with being on a TV show to begin with instead of staging an attack like that when there’s al- ready a racial division in our country,” said English 11 teacher Miss Hicock, who goes by Miss H. Many people would love to be in his position: a role on a popular show like Empire, which has from 6.1 to 7.1 million views. Now he’s suspended from the show, ruining his career. “I think he has serious health issues; it should be addressed. I don’t know what punishment would fit this crime,” said guidance counselor Mrs. Ortiz. Mental health issues could be a reason he did this. If he had an issue with his salary he could work harder to get a raise. By doing this, he seems to have just killed his career. Also now, when people actually go through horrible hate crimes, it will be harder for them to be taken serious due to Smollet’s false report, which is very sad. Care for your mental health By Carolina Nazario Staff Writer COMMENTARY Are you bundled up this chilly, early spring? It is obvious the effects cold weather can have on one’s physi- cal health, as shown through colds, slips and more serious illnesses such as the flu or hypothermia, but something often not recog- nized is the effect winter has on one’s inner, mental health. Dr. John Forsyth, a professor at University of Albany, has detailed this phenomena. The common cold “produces stress on our bodies,” especially if someone is unprepared, according to Forsyth in an article by Forbes, a media outlet specializing in business. The cold is not the only culprit; heat has also been tied to heightening the “stress hormone coristol,” which leads to more aggression and crime. Heat is also linked to extreme alcohol con- sumption and emergency room visits. It is important to note changes in weather are not the only cause of heightened mental health issues. A person may be affected by the cold or heat if already prone to these feelings of depression. Another theory on the causes of the link of mental health issues and cold: people are more likely to be isolated in colder weather. 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The famous Rio Carnival also is part of Jesus Christ resurrecting from the dead. Today it is celebrated all “Easter 2019 occurs on Sunday, April 21. However, Easter the Easter celebration weeks before Good Friday. around the world with festivity, traditions and more yet Lent, the falls on a different date each year,” according to history.com, an Across the seas in China, Easter is among the only holiday for educational website. Christians there. The churches have red paper hung up, similar to Easter is celebrated the first Sunday immediately after the a small Chinese New Year. The focus is not always the resurrec- Paschal, or Ecclesiastical Full moon, which is determined from tion of Jesus Christ but Western traditions of Easter eggs are astronomers’ historical tables first established popular and have been taken up for many to enjoy, in 1583. It is not the actual full moon one especially for children in both the mainland and Hong sees in the sky so Easter does not correspond Kong. Decorating the eggs, eating them and having to lunar events, according to Mary Fairchild Easter sales are a part of the festivities. Instead of in her 2018 www.thoughtco.com Religion & having Good Friday off from work or school, the Spirituality post. The goal was to keep the Chinese have Good Monday with many stores event after Passover, early believers wished, closed for people to enjoy some time off but the and Passover is based on solar and lunar cycles period leading up to Easter is equally important. which shift each year, according to Fairchild. “Lent is the period of 40 days which comes be- Easter traditions in America are mainly fore Easter in the Christian calendar,” according to based on fun festivities for younger children. bbc.co.uk, an informational website. Easter Sunday is known for Easter egg hunts The total number of days Lent is celebrated for with sweet treats including chocolate eggs, is 40 days! In western Christianity it begins on a Peeps and chocolate Easter bunnies. The Eas- different day every year (just like Easter) and is ter Bunny has no definite origin, although some historians believe known to start on Ash Wednesday, also another Christian holy the ‘bunny’ arrived in America with German immigrants in the day. Lent is a holiday recalling Jesus Christ’s sacrifice and with- 1700s, according to history.com. The Easter Bunny is known to drawal into the desert for 40 days and 40 nights. It certainly was deliver eggs along with colorful Easter baskets so the holiday has not something easy and the period of fasting is also done to repeat been exciting for many children outside of America as well. the similar hardships Jesus himself went though. People ages 18- “The first mention of the bunny in German writings was in the 59 are encouraged to fast for Lent, which includes the practice of 16th century,” according to translatemedia.com, which reviews not eating meat on Fridays. various Easter cultural celebrations. Easter and Lent are only two of the Christian holidays widely In Germany, many similar activities such as egg painting plus celebrated for both Christians and nonreligious people. Despite collecting candy-filled eggs and toys take place. Good Friday is falling on a different day each year, these traditions continue to be also part of the German people’s long weekend sos workers have upheld and more may join. Which holidays and traditions will some time off. The day falls on a different date each year as well. you take part in this April 2019? Senior video films Saturday, May 11 April Fools By Herta Sufka Participate in ‘High School Rewind’ at 9 a.m. Managing Editor continues COMMENTARY APRIL FOOLS, from page 3 The annual senior video fea- ticipation from students all make organizers and other students aspect seems to be the release of psy- turing the Class of 2019 is com- the senior video happen. are trying to get a big turn out chological tension,” according to ing soon, so seniors should “What I liked about the se- for the video, so seniors, make theguardian.com British newspaper. mark their calendars for May nior video was being able to be a sure to clear out your schedule A good joke uses confusing word- 11 at 9 a.m. so they can partici- part of something I could look for May 11, especially since play or twisted logic to cause tension pate and not miss out. back at in 10 years and see how those who participated in the due to uncertainty so once the punchline is delivered, one laughs to signify the “I’m so excited that it’s fi- it has grown,” said Andry past enjoyed it. release of tension. When one is already nally my chance to be a part of Evangelista, 2018 graduate. “I really enjoyed collaborat- familiar with a joke, there is no longer the video. I’ve been helping all The 2019 theme for the ing with my classmates and any tension so the joke is no longer as four years to set up the video video is ‘High School Rewind,’ laughing at all of our inside humorous. and it’s bittersweet that this which is recreating trends that jokes when the video was done. “That’s the theory anyway, and no doubt there’s more to it than that,” year I’ll actually be in the happened over the past four Honestly, our theme was su- according to theguardian.com, “but video,” said senior Susana years. per fun to work with and al- it’s hard to deny that unpredictability Mejia “I’m super excited about lowed us to be creative in vari- is important for (a) good joke.” The senior video is the this year’s theme, I plan on re- ous ways. I hope (Mr.) Clark It may be difficult for April Fools’ chance for seniors to shine and acting a Vine for the video,” said (teacher of the Talented and Day jokes to be unpredictable, seeing how the punchline is on the calendar. hang out with their friends to senior Joni Pasholli. Gifted) continues to work with “Yet still when the famed first of create a memorable moment. The senior video is one of future seniors because his tal- April returns… I dread the approach,” The help of teachers, donations the best senior activities ent is amazing,” said Fuka late18th century novelist and drama- from donorschoose.org and par- Kennedy has to offer. This year Reale, 2018 graduate. tist Matthew Gregory Lewis once said. The Eagle Flyer/April 2019, page 7 Rising trends: thrift stores or Gucci By Natalie Dames, Arly Paulino Vintage goods lure customers to shop Staff Writer, Correspondent

Are thrift stores the new ered or rediscovered.” “Over the past couple of Gucci? Is this new trend of thrifting years, I’ve noticed a large in- With celebrities such as taking away from these stores’ crease in cost at thrift stores and Kendall Jenner, Kim Kardashian original mission to provide qual- so the price has started to lose its and Sarah Jessica Parker shop- ity items at low prices for people appeal,” said Mrinalini ping there for vintage items at in need? Fernandes, a third year student lower prices, thrift stores being “I’ve seen a big difference es- at the University of Toronto in looked down upon might just be pecially in the stores, like jack- Mississauga, Canada. a thing of the past. But what has ets used to be $7.99. And no There are different views on caused this sudden surge of thrift name brands are nowadays whether the wealthy should be store shopping? Some are here $17.00,” said Meghan Garvida, able to shop at a store originally in Waterbury, such as Red White a veteran thrifter and third-year primarily targeted for the less & Blue and Goodwill, both on student at the University of fortunate. Wolcott Street and the Salvation Toronto in Ontario, Canada “I have actually been told I Army on Central Avenue. when interviewed by Ann Marie shouldn’t shop at thrift stores or “People really want to be on Elpa, a writer at TheVarsity.ca, use discounts (such as coupons), trend, and they want to look as the university’s student newspa- because those are only for ‘poor though they are paying attention per. people,’ ” according to Michelle to fashion, but they also want it People have also said once Schoeder-Gardner, a blogger on to be unique,” said Sarah they see a thrift store, it’s a sign makingsenseofcents.com. “Per- Ekstrand, a retail marketing spe- of gentrification or the process sonally, I believe thrift stores and cialist at the Goodwill of Central of making something more pol- discounts are for anyone to use. Iowa who was interviewed by ished, refined or visually appeal- Of course, everyone is allowed Annie Zaleski, an employee at ing, according to the online dic- to have their own opinion, but I Goodwill of Central Iowa for the tionary www.dictionary.com/ would bet that those people don’t Des Moines Register June 21, “This is a thrift store, this is really understand the positives of 2018. “They want their own in- meant for people who don’t purchasing secondhand or the dividual style or spin on that have money and cannot afford missions that non-profit second- trend. Thrifting has been discov- to go to the mall,” said Garvida. hand stores have.” Meet four women whose creations last By Sasha Franco according to typepad.com. ter heater to provide means for Correspondent While Britain improved am- heating the water to definite tem- bulance designs as long ago as perature and for variably con- Women’s History Month 1863, in 1916 Turner invented trolling the temperature to which may be celebrated each March, the fruit press, a device separat- the water is to be heated,” ac- but during any month society can ing the stems, skins, seeds, pulp cording to news18.com still continue to learn about a few and more from the juice. Forbes was born Oct. 27, pioneers you may not know. “(Turner) invented Turner’s 1890 and died Sept. 1976 at 85. Four women: Ida Forbes, Fruit Press, which paved the way In 1930 Ruth Wakefield in- Ruth Wakefield, Clarisse Britain, for further development of the vented chocolate chip cookies. and Madeline Turner made in- fruit press,” according to She was born June 17, 1903 and ventions that shaped history, google.com died Jan. 10, 1977 at age 73. according to Catherine Thim- Turner was an African Ameri- “Her invention is one of the mesh’s book Girls Think of can inventor and lived in Oak- most enduring, one of the most Everything. land, California. Little is known duplicated, and one of the most “In August 1863 (Britain) about her or Forbes, who created loved creations ever,” according obtained a patent for an improved an electric water heater. to Girls Think of Everything; Sto- ambulance design to provide bet- “It was in 1917 when Ida ries of Ingenious Inventions by ter comfort to wounded soliders,” Forbes invented the electric wa- Women. Sports The Eagle Flyer/April 2019, page 8 Farewell seniors: honoring Class of 2019 Boys’ varsity swimming By Leylah Veliju ham was swimming the 200 Staff Writer medley relay, 100 butterfly, 100 backstroke and 400 freestyle Just keep swimming. relay; Spooner was swimming That’s the advice of boys’ swim the 200 medley, 500 freestyle, team seniors who shared memo- 100 freestyle and the 400 ries and future plans after senior freestyle relay; and Rice was night Friday, February 15, 2019. swimming the 200 individual “I won’t be swimming (com- medley, 100 backstroke, petitively) after high school,” said and the 100 and 400 free senior Tyler Spooner. “I want to relays. try new things.” So what were Seniors Spooner, Michael Gra- some season high- CLASS OF 2019 ham, Sergio Guevara, and lights? Boys’ varsity Alexander Rice have all been “Breaking my swim team swimming together for four years, time and coming in seniors (above) so you can imagine the memories first always felt from left to they have made. amazing,” said Guevara. right, are: “My favorite memory was Guevara leaves more advice Alexander Rice, Tyler Spooner, when our coach got red faced at for remaining team members. Sergio Guevara, us,” said Graham. “Just listen to the coach and and Michael As far as events go, often Gra- swim your heart out,” he said. Graham. Boys’ varsity basketball Boys’ varsity basketball seniors with their “Senior night was great. coach Mr. Ryan By Toni Lopez I’m going to miss play- Sullivan (second Sports Editor photo) are from ing with Jay for our left: Jay Turner The last home game for the last high school year, and Matt Torres. boys’ varsity basketball team was and no, I won’t be Third photo is of Feb. 16, 2019; they celebrated playing basketball three of the nine their senior night with a win and in college. I’ll be play- senior shared memorable moments. ing college football cheerleaders; “(I) played for Kennedy two next year,” said from left to right are Jydia Davis, years. Senior night went really well; senior Matt Torres. Anamaria it was fun, we got the win and there Both Torres and Lamonaco and was tons of support,” said senor Turner earned All Brass Zakaiya Walton. Jay Turner. “Honestly I think I’m team honors, and one varsity just going to miss putting that jer- freshman appreciated them. Top photo Girls’ varsity basketball complied by sey on every game. And I plan on “The seniors showed me lead- L. Veliju; going to prep school next year.” ership, taking charge, early By Toni Lopez bottom two photos A second senior who played for preparation,” said Synciere compiled by T. Sports Editor home game I was going to be able Lopez/staff four years also scored his 1,000 Dozier. “When I am a senior, I to play with my team and it was point against Sacred Heart High want to show leadership, show Senior night for the girls’ var- exciting because I was looking School in a Jan. 16 game yet will them different skills, win (a) state sity basketball team was enjoy- (forward) to senior night all play a different sport next year. championship.” able for the players, who spent year,” said senior Francielys Co- their three to four years in var- mas, a four-year player. “I’m go- sity playing their hearts out ing to miss playing basketball Varsity cheerleading every game whether they won or with my team for four years be- By Toni Lopez doing this in general,’ ” said se- lost, as of Feb. 26, 2019. cause the skills I have now I de- Sports Editor nior Raayven Rascoe. “It was “It was everything except for veloped with them; so many kinda sad, but I really enjoyed the loss and my injury. I bruised memories and things I’ll never Varsity cheerleaders celebrated myself. The most memorable my knee cap, but I am going to forget. It’s just so overwhelming Indoor track and field their senior night to recognize moment was definitely watch- miss my girls,” said senior Shyan over all.” By Toni Lopez their nine graduating seniors who ing Coach Kait receive an award Perez, a three-year player. “I still There can be a lot of inter- had no coach for their freshmen from the team. It was such a don’t know if I’ll be playing in ference, but only you can chose Sports Editor year yet cheered their remaining (trial) year for the team and her college.” what’s better in college: your The Indoor Track and Field ‘Most Valuable Player,’ but it three years, on the same night of first time coaching and she re- “I think senior night went well sport or your academic career. team celebrated their senior went good. When we were taking boys’ varsity basketball’s senior ally did her best. So it truly and we had the biggest crowd this Sometimes you just want to fo- night Thursday, Feb. 21, and a team pictures it was the best mo- night, Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019. warmed my heart to see her en- year and it was bittersweet,” said cus on good grades. few seniors discussed their vari- ments,” said senior Tariq Philips, “It felt a little upsetting be- joy something she deserved.” senior Phoebe Cossette, a four- “I don’t want to play basket- ous awards and happy memo- a first year runner. cause knowing that it was my last While she may not be cheer- year player. ball for college because I want to ries of that event Wednesday “It was fun and sad at the same day cheering and I’ll miss it so ing after high school, one senior Playing for the last time in be focused on my nursing career. March 13, 2019. time, the team is basically like a much,” said senior Maylene plans to keep dancing in college. high school can be heartbreaking Nursing is already a whole lot, so “I felt great on senior night. family and everyone is always Malichanh. “Some highlights “Senior night went really well; especially if you know it’s the I don’t want basketball to inter- I got a photo for being a senior getting along. It was sad because (were) when just all the seniors it was a sweet, but sad day end of your sports career. fere,” said Comas. (a glass photo), a varsity letter Indoor season is over, but happy were doing a cheer together and because I am going to miss cheer- “Senior night was really emo- “I’m not playing basketball and a trophy of ‘Rookie of the that Outdoor is starting and most we all messed up so it was funny; ing with such a great group of tional for me and very exciting. in college. I just want to focus Year’ award. I felt great because of the people carry over,” said so I would miss the energy. If I was people. They truly are my It was sad because it was the last on school,” said Cossette. I made accomplishments I senior Madison Sargeant, a first able to still cheer for college the second family and I love them didn’t think I would make and year runner. college I would go for would be with all my heart. It has been a Spring sports gearing up I’m proud,” said senior Alondra The seniors are: Jordyn Wil- University of Kentucky.” great season. I will miss it,” said As this issue went to press in early March 2019, teams Diaz, a first year runner. son, Ashley Cora, Alondra Diaz, One senior enjoyed being on senior Jydia Davis. including softball, baseball, outdoor track and field, girls’ and Another runner received a Risper Githinji, Serenity Grant, the team, but felt a sad realization The seniors are: Nathalie Valera, boys’ tennis, and golf were starting to practice or hold try outs. Read our next issue for updates. Be sure to listen to most unexpected award. Madison Sargeant, Aaron Lamar, “Senior night kinda felt surreal Maylene Malichanh, Raayven Rascoe, Gabby Linares, Zakaiya Walton, Hailey daily announcements and follow Kennedy’s school and “I was a little salty cause I William Mahony, Michael almost. Like ‘wow, this is my last Facebook sites for more information. got ‘Most Improved’ and not Trinkley, and Tariq Philips. time with these girls. My last time Muccino, Jydia Davis, Anamaria Lamonaco, and Natalia Silva.