The Sun Devils’ Advocate Volume XLI, Number 10 Kent Denver School, 4000 East Quincy Avenue, Englewood, CO 80110 March 16, 2018 New Middle School Building Is Unveiled!
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The Sun Devils’ Advocate Volume XLI, Number 10 Kent Denver School, 4000 East Quincy Avenue, Englewood, CO 80110 March 16, 2018 New Middle School Building Is Unveiled! Students and teachers alike are thrilled about their beautiful, new building. Photo by Reagen Haecker Q & A with Mental Health KDS Puck Mr. Peterson Opinion Pieces Makes History See Page 6 See Pages 13 & 15 See Page 9 News Jacob Zuma Ends Corrupt Presidency fect.” by Ellie Henry Zuma, clearly aggrieved After nine years of facing opposition for his corrupt motives, Presi- by the ANC’s decision, will dent Jacob Zuma of South Africa has finally given in to threats of im- face multiple corruption peachment and has officially resigned. His resignation follows a ruling charges involving influence issued by the African National Congress demanding that he step down peddling in his administra- voluntarily or face the consequences of a parliamentary no-confidence tion and illegal arms deal- vote. ing. South Africa will be left with a confused electorate, The ANC clearly communicated that parliament was not in support a weakened economy, and of Zuma remaining in office and that it felt the country’s future goals a damaged reputation as a Graphic by Cecily Coors would be better represented by a different leader. It is anticipated that the result of this “hero.” current Deputy President of the ANC, Cyril Ramaphosa, will be Zuma’s successor. Zuma’s resignation is a devastating blow to South African citizens. A man who was once an emblem of possibility has turned into a symbol It has been an unfortunate end for Zuma; the anti-apartheid hero who of corruption. was imprisoned with Nelson Mandela on Robben Island represented a beacon of hope to many of his people. But there is still hope: Zuma’s resignation may be the beginning of a new era in South Africa. These events leave room for the ANC to rebuild Although Zuma’s presidency initially inspired many, his involve- the country’s political infrastructure while simultaneously giving hope ment in numerous scandals tainted his image. In a televised address late and confidence to South African citizens. Wednesday night, Zuma said, “No life should be lost in my name. The ANC should never have been divided in my name. I have therefore come Although the rebuilding stages of South Africa may not be quick, to the decision to resign as president of the republic with immediate ef- citizens can be assured that the corruption of the government will be securely monitored in future days. Speech And Debate Team Competes In Berkeley by Caley Capoot Interpretation. Junior, Daniel Chao, won 4th before competing. We empower each other to place in Extemporaneous Speaking and made do our best.” On February 16, 2018, over fifty Kent it to the quarterfinals in Informative Speaking. Outside of rounds, students were allowed Denver students traveled to San Francisco, In addition to the three finalists, six students to enjoy themselves on Telegraph Avenue, ex- California to compete in the national Berkeley made it to the preliminary final rounds. The ploring the shops and restaurants that Berkeley Invitational Speech and Debate tournament. team’s success this year is unprecedented for has to offer. The team also took a day at Fisher- The tournament, located at the University of Kent Denver in the past three years. man’s Wharf in San Francisco. Whether it be California, Berkeley, allows students to com- At the start of each day of competition, the ice-cream sandwiches from Cream or a pastry pete with others from across the country. Even team circles up, holds hands, and encourages from the Asian Bakery, students could get a at this level of competition, Kent had three each other to do their best. In the crisp Califor- taste of California on the five-day trip. students make it to their final rounds in their nia air, the cold doesn’t bother these students, With a new head coach, Ian Hopkins, Kent respective events. Kent Denver Senior, Tyler as the captains explain how proud they are of Whitaker, won 3rd place in Humorous In- Denver Speech and Debate is set up to have a the team for their accomplishments through- successful end of season. Over twenty-seven terpretation. Aaron Matthews, also a senior, out the season. Esther Omegba, who made it achieved 6th place in Dramatic Interpretation. students from all grades qualified for the state to octofinals in Dramatic Interpretation, notes, tournament, as competitors or alternates. The Together, both Tyler and Aaron, captains of “Warm-ups are a speech and debate tradition the speech team, made it to semifinals in Duo school’s great success can be credited to a year that allow everyone to unwind and calm down of hard work and dedication. Senior Sydney Gart, Junior Alice Noble, and Seniors Tyler Whitaker and Photos by Andrew Goldblatt Aaron Mathews show off their skills at the Speech and Debate showcase. Page 2, THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, March 16, 2018 News Space X by Max VanLandschoot rocket lumbered off the launch pad. For 154 stress-filled seconds, the Falcon Heavy On February 6, 2018, the Falcon Heavy climbed towards space until the main boost- rocket cycled its engines on the launch pad ers were violently ejected back to Earth. Once in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Millions watched the Falcon Heavy finally reached space, it de- from surrounding beaches and internet live- ployed its fairings to reveal Musk’s personal streams. The mission was ambitious because Tesla Roadster, piloted by “Spaceman,” to be- Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, not only gin its long voyage to Mars. The Falcon Heavy planned to land all three of the main booster launch program had few objectives; however, stages, but he was also attempting to launch the the most important aspect of the mission was most powerful rocket since the Saturn V sent a to prove that humans could be sent to Mars. man to the moon. If the launch was successful, Elon Musk commented on CNN that he feels it could usher in a new era of affordable, reus- as though the launch of the Falcon increased able space travel. If it failed, in Musk’s own confidence in his organization. Eventually, words, “[it would be] the best fireworks dis- Musk and his team are planning to test a myri- play they’ve ever seen.” ad of minor rockets and primary rockets to see which system is best for an official launch. At 1:30 pm, the engines ignited and the Graphic by Cecily Coors KDS Gears Up For Move To New Middle School Photos by Andrew Goldblatt Model UN Takes Bilbao by Andrew Park Also impressive was the fact that student leaders spoke at the opening ceremony. Ms. As the busy month of January came to a Campbell, director of the Model United Na- close, Kent Denver’s Model United Nations tions club, said in a Kent Denver newsletter, team took flight over to Bilbao, Spain for an- “our students… stepped up to several leader- other international conference. ship roles, with Jordan Baum (‘18) serving as a student officer for the Human Rights Coun- The gathering was truly spectacular. The cil and Monica Royal (‘18), Lydia Haile (‘19) whole team enjoyed the chance to explore a and Venus Montesinos (‘19) giving formal ad- new city, and they were the only United States dresses to the entire conference in their roles as school to attend the Ayalde conference. Fif- ambassadors.” teen highly motivated students were able to gain experience and voice their opinions about Truly everyone on the team represented different world issues with other international Kent Denver in an outstanding way! As the students. Model United Nations season comes to a close, the team will host a conference at Kent Den- While debating with students from Spain, ver consisting of nearly four hundred students Greece, England, and more, the SUNMUN from across the state! If you are interested in team’s performance as Belarus won the best joining Model United Nations, contact Sarah delegation award. Campbell. Photo by Tate Schmergel THE SUN DEVILS’ ADVOCATE, March 16, 2018 Page 3 News Colorado Athletes Dominate Olympics failed to medal in her best and favorite event, Arielle Gold by Molly Miller the Slalom. By the end of the games, Mikaela Gold suffered major injuries during a prac- ultimately won a silver medal in the Alpine This Winter brought us the 23rd Winter tice run in the 2014 Sochi games, which was women’s combined. Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea. Al- a key turning point for her career; due to her though this year’s medal count from Team USA Nicole Hensley injuries, she thought of concluding her snow- was unexpectedly low, Team Colorado fortu- Team USA’s women’s hockey hero is from boarding halfpipe career. However, in an epic nately came out on top. Athletes, either from Littleton, Colorado. Nicole Hensley is current- comeback, she was able to win the bronze or training in The Centennial State, had a total ly one of the goalies for Team USA hockey and medal. This was truly a major victory for her medal count of ten. If they were represented as started her position earlier in the tournament. considering her comeback journey to winning a country, Team Colorado would have tied Italy The most memorable moment from the Winter the medal. for 13th place in the total medal count. Games was a shootout that occurred in the final Lindsey Vonn Red Gerard championship game between USA and its age- Lindsey Vonn is a skiing legend. Her Su- old rival, Canada.