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Learn about Japanese holiday Dolls’ Day (Girls’ Day) March 3 By Eva LaFrance Annual holiday also helps celebrate spring, marriage superstitions Staff Writer

President Donald Trump even has one. and the other carried by a cow along with the juuabako, Girls’ Day or Dolls’ Day is celebrated in Japan to wish all which is a layered box to put food in. girls good health and happiness by putting ceremonial dolls Now what are the origins behind this event? on display annually March 3. They say that Hinamatsuri came from Nagashi-bina in Hinamatsuri is the official name for the holiday (“Hina” which people made paper dolls and wished ill-fortunes upon means doll and “matsuri” means festival). During this holi- the doll. The doll represents the girl or person. Then the day “people display Hina-ningyo (special dolls which are dolls are sent down the river with their ill-fortune, according only for this festival),” according to web.mit.edu. toweb.mit.edu. Dolls are displayed on a tiered stand and featured on red This also goes with the superstition that if the cloth that commonly ranges from one to seven tiers. Hinamatsuri stand and dolls are not put away the evening Now you may think these dolls are ones children play with, of March 3 or March 4, then a spouse will be difficult to find, but they are strictly to display according to zoomingjapan.com. during the holiday. Some may even March 3, people eat Hishimochi. be heirlooms that are passed down Shirozake (a non-alcoholic drink) is also through the years. given which is the first variety sake of The ceremonial dolls are dis- the season, based on savoryjapan.com, played in this order: a site that is about Japanese cuisine. The “top tier is reserved for the Now you might be wondering why SEVEN LEVELS Japanese ceremonial dolls (above) are displayed emperor and empress. A (decora- President Donald Trump would ever be on a seven-tiered stand and featured on red cloth for Girls’ Day or Dolls’ Day, annually celebrated March 3. The emperor and tive) folding screen is placed be- mentioned in an exclusively girl empress sit on top descending down to dowries of gifts and hind them, just like the real Imperial throne,” according to holiday. Well, Kyugetsu Co. Ltd., a doll maker company, carriers. (Right photo) These are regular size dolls of the em- web-japan.org. The emperor (O-bina) and empress (Me-bina) created the Trump “Hina” doll dressed in traditional gold peror (left) and empress (right), with the emperor wearing a blue are dressed in a silk, twelve layered Heian style robes (based and black kimono, according to ibtimes.com, which is an silk layered Heian style robe and holding a scroll and sword. The empress is wearing an elaborate orange silk layered Heian style on savoryjapan.org). Lampstands (or bonbori) or cherry/ international business news website. robe, holding a fan in hand. plum blossoms may be on either side of emperor and em- Although several were upset with the Trump “Hina” doll, All photos by Eva LaFrance/staff press dolls, according to zoomingjapan.com, a website the Senior Vice President of Kyugetsu Co. Ltd., Hisatoshi about traveling Japan. Yokoyama, kept the doll to symbolize the hope of what The second level has three court ladies in waiting (san- Trump might accomplish in office. nin kanjo) holding sake and kohaku mochi (red-white lay- ered rice cakes in a diamond shape). There’s even a children’s song that goes with this holiday: The third level has five court muscians (gonin bayashi) Akari o tsukemashou bonbori ni each holding an instrument, except the singer holding a fan. Ohana o agemashou momo no hana The fourth level has two ministers called the udaijin Go-nin bayashi no fue taiko (young wise elder) and sadaijin (older elder). There is also Kyo wa tanoshii Hinamatsuri Hishi mocha and food dishes. English Translation: The fifth level has “guards flanked by an orange tree to Let’s light the lanterns on the red colored stand MEET EMPEROR, EMPRESS A mini version of the emperor (left) the left and cherry tree to the right,” according to web- To the pretty empress with the flowers of the peach and empress (right) made of ceramic sit on top of a Hinamatsuri japan.org, a Japanese culture website. Five court musicians playing on the flutes and drums stand. The emperor is in a green Heian robe and the empress is in The sixth tier has dowries of gifts such as drawers, mir- a red Herian robe. These figures (and those in top, right photos) Celebrating Spring at the Hinamatsuri were photographed in the classroom of Kazumi Yamashita-Iverson, rors, sewing boxes and items for tea ceremony set. *special thanks to Kazumi Yamashita-Iverson, Maloney Interdistrict Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School Japanese teacher. The seventh tier has two carriers, one carried by people Magnet School Japanese teacher, who helped edit this article. Students break dress code to stay warm Spring musical set for May By Kimberly Figueroa with Emily Benton Students note they wear hoodies all day By M. Snow Drama students work again Staff Writers Staff Writer with Sacred Heart students Warmth vs dress code. Which Rosa said they do the same while able,” said junior Angel Mercado. Lights, camera, action! COMMENTARY is valued more? in school. With keeping dress code in The Spring Musical, You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown, about the Kennedy students are often “(I wear) a big coat (and) hoodie mind, students wish it became re- every day life of the well-known character Charlie Brown, started re- sent to the assistant principals’ sweater,” said Rosa. laxed so they could keep warm. hearsals for performances Friday, May 5 and Saturday, May 6. office for wearing winter gear for Although students understand “(We should wear) nothing The show not only includes Kennedy students, but also features warmth, which are dress code vio- why the school has a dress code, but regular sweats and a jacket Sacred Heart High School students, as in the past. The cast consists of: lations. This sparked the debate keeping warm and comfortable is with jeans,” said Mercado, who Brandon Camacho as Charlie Brown, Micaela Snow as Lucy Van Pelt, on what students can wear this important to them, they said. wishes dress code was less strict. Katie Pelletier as Sally Brown, Kyle Cleary as Linus Van Pelt, Vincent 2016-2017 winter school season. “(Our winter gear) is effective Until winter gear is confirmed Griffin as Schroeder, Taylor Morgan as Snoopy and Ania Lafrance as “I wear my hoodie all day,” said (but) it would cause a problem as an allowed way to keep warm Woodstock. Ensemble members includes Elizabeth DiChrisanti, Kylee senior Nicole Correa. when they call down dress code in school, students improvise Dubrowski, Loren Maradiaga, Elizabeth Nonamaker, Sabrina Martino, Correa is not alone with find- sweep,” said junior Rickey ways to keep warm. Meghan Mitnick, JakobLaferrier, and Rachel Guay. ing warmth in her hoodie since Mangroo. “I stand there back and forth; Directors are Emily Collins and special education teacher Ms. Chris- junior Alex Rivera and senior Luis “I feel (dress code) is unexplain- sometimes I run,” said Rosa. tine Mead. It is a sweet show based on an innocent Peanuts comic strip. Veteran journalist addresses writer’s block, editing By Talia Bairstow Speaker explains how writing helped him in adolescent years Correspondent Photo by Kyle Cleary/staff Don’t be shy and just say hi. Gaynes. Mr. Steven Gaynes visited journal- Gaynes said he prefers not to write solely about ism classes periods five and six to advise politics, but enjoys writing on controversial topics on writing and editing plus answer ques- as he has written about various subjects in the past. tions Friday, Feb. 17, 2017. “These days I think I’m not afraid to write about “You’re taking a long chance and a anything,” said Gaynes. “I’ve written about domes- risk in journalism these days,” he said. tic violence and tough love.” Journalism consists of multiple areas Gaynes said he also works as a teacher’s assis- such as writing and editing, the latter tant in Bridgeport and a university book store. Beat boredom which is also important, this weekly columnist said. “I also tutor two Chinese students,” said Gaynes. “I tutor “Being a columnist is fun because, you can select the topic to these students not only because they have difficulties with the Learn new skills write about,” said Gaynes. “I’ve been a columnist for 29 years.” language but the challenges they face at Fairfield Prep.” Find a path to college or a career A student asked if Gaynes ever had a moment where he had Gaynes said he started originally teaching 50 years ago and he writer’s block, and Gaynes said he did. has always loved writing. Win awards & scholarships “When it happens walk away from it,” said Gaynes. “Take a “I always enjoyed it because as a kid I was kind of a loner, I’d How? step back and think about what he or she is asking you to write find a pad of paper and I would write,” said Gaynes. Sign up for Journalism or Public Speaking about, and how you can make it different.” Gaynes said he thinks students should keep a journal. No experience necessary; you’ll be surprised Gaynes said he is always conscientious about his quality in “When a teacher asks you to keep a journal, do that because writing and he advised the students to never second guess them- some of the best writing comes from journals,” said Gaynes. at what you can learn! selves on editing. HELPFUL Veteran journalist Mr. Steven Gaynes, above, offers Stop by room 105 for more information “What you edit is just important as what you write,” said advice and suggestions to the journalism classes Feb. 17, 2017. Features The Eagle Flyer/March 2017, page 3

By Aliya Hernandez How can you go green by helping out in your community? Features Editor

“If we can turn some of our clothing we don’t like into “Recyle, pick up the garbage around your “We should start carpooling more. We should also use something different, it’s called ‘refashion.’ ” community.” both sides of the paper when writing instead of one side.” Ms. Balnis, fashion and clothing teacher Virgo Bonaparte, sophomore Aida Mecka (left), Elizabeta Sofroni, seniors

“Stop using cars everywhere. We can walk or ”Walk or take your bike instead of driving, make sure the “Using less paper.” ride bikes more often.” lights are off in your home when not being used.” Steven Lugo, junior Sofia Balliu, freshman Mr. Gwiazdoski, assistant principal St. Patrick’s fame as slave, missionary competes with green decor By Emily Benton Staff Writer What does annual March holiday mean to you: corned beef & cabbage, holy day, pagan conversion?

You see me as green, white and orange chologist Mrs. Currier about her celebra- by Irish raiders and taken to Ireland as a or pagan worshippers of snake or serpent but there is more to me than meets the eye. tions of the holiday. slave when he was a young adult. After some gods,” according to timeanddate.com. What am I? Currier is not alone with celebrating dur- years, he returned to his family and entered Within the celebrations, each decoration St. Patrick’s Day is known worldwide for ing youth because English teacher Mr. the church like his father and grandfather. has a symbolic background story pertain- shamrocks and the color green, but there is Murphy shares a similar opinion. He returned to Ireland as a missionary and ing to the holiday. This includes the sham- more to the holiday than the title and flag “The older you get, the less it means (be- worked in the north and west of the coun- rock, the Celtic cross, and the colors of the colors. As the holiday approaches, people cause St. Patrick’s Day) loses its tinge,” said try,” according to timeanddate.com, a Irish national flag. should be informed of its history as they Murphy. website about important dates, events and “St. Patrick used the shamrock, a plant prepare for the celebration March 17, 2017. Some wonder, who was St. Patrick and people throughout history. with three green leaves, to teach the lesson “Primarily, it’s a Holy Day to reaffirm the why does he Photo by Damaris Cabrera/staff St. Patrick’s of the Holy Trinity--God the Father, God the establishment of Christianity in Ireland,” have a holiday? fame is centered Son, and God the Holy Spirit,” according to said English teacher Mr. Morgan. “The date marks around the tale Dobler. This is showcased in the different ways the anniversary that he chased The shamrock is not the only religious people worldwide celebrate the holiday. of the death of St. snakes away symbol pertaining to St. Patrick’s Day be- Ireland’s celebrations are on the calmer, Patrick, who be- from Ireland, or cause the Celtic cross shares a similar story. religious side as “loyal sons of Erin may came Ireland’s pa- so the legend “Some say that Saint Patrick added the mark the day by singing of the shamrocks, tron saint,” says. Sun, a powerful Irish symbol, onto the Chris- but they also fill the churches and cathe- according to “According to tian cross to create what is now called the drals, paying homage to the saint whose Lavinis Dobler in popular legend, Celtic cross,” according to timeanddate.com. blessed day it was,” while the United States her book St. Patrick rid Ire- “St. Patrick introduced the Celtic Cross marks the holiday as “one of rejoicing and National Holi- land of snakes. in Ireland, during his conversion of the merrymaking,” hosting large parades and days Around the However, it is kings from paganism to Christianity,” parties, said author Marguerite Ickis in her World. thought that according to irishfireside.com, a website book The Book of Festivals and Holidays To understand there have been dedicated to explaining Irish history. the World Over. his fame, one no snakes in Ire- From looking at Ireland’s flag, it may look Just because someone does not live in should know St. land since the last like simple green, white and orange stripes, Ireland does not mean they cannot have a Patrick’s back- ice age. The but in reality, there is a story behind it. traditional St. Patrick’s Day celebration. ground. ‘snakes’ that St. “The green in the flag is for the Catho- “As a family when I was a kid growing “He grew up in Patrick banished lics, the orange is for the Protestants, and up, (St. Patrick’s Day) was a fun, cultural Roman Britain, from Ireland may the white is for peace,” according to Dobler, holiday. We’d sit around the table with the but was captured refer to the druids who wrote about the flag’s history. corned beef and cabbage... It’s coming back EDUCATIONAL DECOR The outside portion of this classroom door is decorated in traditional shamrocks featuring students’ names. St. Patrick utilized now because of the kids,” said school psy- the shamrock, according to author Lavinis Dobler in her book National Holidays Around the World, to teach the three parts of the Holy Trinity. Commentary The Eagle Flyer/March 2017, page 4 Represent springtime Pets rule if you plan more properly with By Aliya Hernandez Budget, time matter Features Editor COMMENTARY I had no idea what she was going to get me into, how- focus on hard work ever I did not feel one bad vibe. August 11, 2016 was the day I found someone I knew Staff Editorial I would care more about than I did about myself, the day my ex-best friend bought me my first ever pet rodent. March may not have Christmas or Thanksgiving, Yes, I know that seems a bit strange to say, but if you are but it is the perfect time for people to reflect on them- thinking about a new pet, why not choose a bunny? selves and their values. St. Patrick’s Day sure doesn’t They are said to be more “therapeutic” than anything, seem like a symbol for the celebration of culture with according to former Kennedy student Alexandra Gianelle the green decorations, the corned beef and cabbage, who has two pet rabbits. and shamrocks but its history proves it to be all about A short five months has changed my life for the better. sharing culture and honoring St. Patrick. Not to men- I get to wake up every morning knowing there is some- tion, the first day of spring is March 20, 2017 even one who needs me to look after them. Photo by Aliya Hernandez/staff through spring fever has already hit many of us. Owning a pet rodent is unique, not really like having CUTE, CUDDLY, TIME CONSUMING your average dog or cat. Donut, pictured here at six months, was a gift to the author who It is safe to say that commercial lucky charms and notes parenting pets can be enjoyable but is also hard work. “Rabbits are really smart, you can’t just let them be, green beer do not properly represent the Irish culture. their diet variety is very wide as well,” said Emily Marcoux St. Patrick’s Day began in 1631 when “the Church pet care assistant at Pet Smart in Waterbury. I now have a pet rabbit named Donut, a hamster Sammey established a Feast Day honoring St. Patrick,” accord- The best part of the journey is going shopping for them; and D’Mitri the guinea pig. ing to time.com. Some people think the “luck of the it’s a satisfying feeling when you know your pets are well It’s definitely a harder yet happier life now that I have Irish,” ideal comes from St. Patrick’s luck (or work fed and healthy. My pet rabbit has grown half the size of an my pets. If you plan ahead with your budget and their daily ethic) of being released or escaping from slavery and adult bunny at five months old. necessities as well as your time, you should make a perfect becoming a priest. People here as a whole may not Having Donut, however, was not enough for me. pet parent. fully celebrate this holiday the traditional way the Irish intended, but in Ireland it is treated as a multi-day pro- motion of tourism to boost the economy, according to Uncle ‘s theater influence positively impacts senior history.com. By Joseph Schaff Shakespeare, Ibsen plays read in school help continue interest Spring cleaning probably isn’t the most fun part of Staff Writer the season, but the term dates back to 1857 and taking COMMENTARY I’ve been cast, I’ve been A segment came along high- part in it can actually be beneficial to health cus has turned to theater. I brace the part of me that loves crew and now, I’m a critic. lighting this man who turned reviewed The Book of Mor- the theater. I’ve even begun (organised.hsw.com). Between the dusty rooms, the Theater has always, in the life of our first Treasury mon, I wrote about In The working on a script of my own stuffy air, and the possibly moldy bathroom, it just might some capacity, been a part Secretary into a Hip-Hop Heights closing in London as a side project. I’ve been be worth it to have to wake up that Sunday morning to of my life. It’s always been musical. and the national tour of reintroduced to a world of your mom opening all the windows and vacuuming all in my family, whether it was This man, Lin Manuel- Hamilton kicking off in San yesterday like Sondheim and parts of the house at 7 a.m. By taking part in the my grandmother playing Miranda, brought my inter- Francisco. My focus on Finn, as well as those today spring cleaning process your allergy symptoms can be show tunes throughout the est back into the theater. I’ve writing has turned to the- like Parker, Stone and relieved by cleaning the dust and mold left behind by house or my uncle bringing always loved history, espe- ater; there’s just so much Miranda. the house being closed up for with winter months. How- me home Playbills and props cially colonial times and the to write about. There’s Theater has had such an ever, just opening all of the windows is not enough. from his shows. My uncle, idea was so interesting I had always a show you’ve effect on me in such a short my biggest theater influ- to give it a listen. It was so Mattresses need to be turned over and desks need to never heard of, a new musi- time, and hopefully I’ll be able ence, has made a career as a different; it strayed away cal cast album being re- to pursue it further as my life be cleaned out because these places are some of the Broadway production stage from the original show-tune leased or a reboot making goes on, professionally or most frequent flu bacteria holders. manager so I’ve been going musical and told a story in a its way back to the stage. just as a pastime. Theater has As we come near the end of the school year, we to his shows ever since I language my friends and I Getting back into the- now become a huge influence become anxious to be done with waking up at six in was a toddler. could understand. ater was one of the best in my life and hopefully the morning five days a week, and await warm sum- My earliest memory Also helping my interests things I could have done it’ll stay that way for a long mer days. But students should remember the only way comes from when he was in theater was reading Ham- for myself. I’m able to em- while. to really relax through May and June is to stay focused working on Fiddler on the let, Macbeth, and A Doll’s and actually study and work hard in March and April. Roof and I sat on his lap as House in my AP English That way freshmen, sophomores and juniors can he called the show. He class. Getting to read the would always bring home stylings of those classic au- do well on finals and AP exams without cramming in props and Broadway cast thors broadened my under- the last week, and seniors can not only do well on those recordings of his shows for standing of theater. How- exams, but also enjoy the final months of high school. us to listen. Growing up lis- ever, what peaked my inter- It will be here before you know it. tening to Fiddler and The est was Hamilton and ever Pajama Game led me to be since I heard it, I’ve traveled in my elementary school all over the spectrum of production of Guys and musical theater, from March The Eagle Flyer Dolls, where I assumed the of the Falsettos to In The The Eagle Flyer is published monthly and deep and dramatic role of Heights to Avenue Q. distributed free of charge to Kennedy High Nicely Nicely Johnson. At the same time, my School and the greater Waterbury community. Our mission is to educate, enlighten and inform our school and Even though my third grade uncle was working on the community while developing our journalism skills in both self remembered all the lines, national tour of Wicked. Get- Editorial and Business areas. I felt as if the stage was not ting to see that and how the The Eagle Flyer is a member of the Columbia Scholastic Press for me. This was reiterated backstage worked really Association, the New England Scholastic Press Association and the Journalism Education Association. when I botched my audition peaked my interest. I first to play the “esteemed” role wrote an article about my School hours: 7:20 a.m. - 1:50 p.m. of Troy Bolton in the 4th uncle for my school news- Address: 422 Highland Avenue, Waterbury, Conn. 06708 High Phone: 203-574-8150 Fax: 203-574-8154 grade production of paper, as he went to the same School Musical. After that high school I attend now and STAFF I put my interest in theater has made it as the produc- Managing Editor Managing Editor Samantha Campanaro Alani Arias on hiatus, although I still tion stage manager for one Features Editor went to my uncle’s shows. of the biggest traveling Aliya Hernandez It wasn’t until 2015 when shows in the nation. Photo by Toni Lopez/staff SCHOLARSHIP WINNER Senior Joey Schaff, a staff writer for News Editor Commentary Editor Sports Editor I was drawn back into the That opened the flood- Jade Roman Almesa Sabovic Justyn Welsh the Eagle Flyer newspaper, displays some of the plays has read theater. It was a normal Sun- gates for me. I began to write in his AP English class which have furthered his love of theater. Writers/Photographers day morning in my family’s reviews and backstories for These works include: Hamlet, MacBeth and A Doll’s House. Schaff Micaela Snow, Jaleesa Bellamy, Herta Sufka, Fuka Reale, Andria Latifi, home and we were sitting Wicked and Hamilton for my originally wrote the commentary printed here about his love for Geanna Dominquez, Gabriela Isak, Jurea McIntosh, Damaris Cabrera, Joseph around the living room per school newspaper. I was al- theater as part of his application for the the Eric and Amy Burger Schaff, Jerican Fabian, Kahasia Ford, Eva LaFrance, Kyle Cleary, James Fund scholarship for the University of Wyoming. He won the Cossette Jr., Emily Benton, Kimberly Figueroa, Toni Lopez, Bailey DiMasso, usual watching the CBS ways the sports writer, but $2,000 scholarship with this piece of writing. His uncle, a Kennedy Victoria Soto, Ronald McNerney III, Samantha Valle, Antoinette Mesquita, program Sunday Morning. the past three issues, my fo- Joshua Rivers, Roberta McCarthy, Jade Cruz, Anthony Forino, Risper graduate, originally prompted Schaff’s theater involvement. Githinji, Ryan Fox Norkus Adviser We need you: join The Eagle Flyer. Do you write poetry, take photographs, Mrs. Cybart-Persenaire like to write or draw, or just want to learn more? Stop by room 105. The Eagle Flyer/March 2017, page 5 Trump changes title from Black to African American By Bailey DiMasso Black History Month gets renamed Staff Writer COMMENTARY President Donald Trump is still big read it, I just heard talk about it,” said news to many people as expected be- history departement chair Mr. Feola. “(I cause the 2016 presidential election was thought it was) like a rumor.” very heated, but now the talk about what While Marissa White, a freshman HAPPY BIRTHDAY he says he’s going to do has dialed down from Crosby, and Alexander Rice, a AP English seniors celebrated the March 2 birthday of Dr. Seuss by completing projects research- a bit and people are instead discussing sophomore at Kennedy both said they ing his life and journalistic endeavors. From the left are Justyn Welsh, Christian Milian, Almesa Sabovic, Jacob his current changes. feel it makes more sense and the term Dinklocker, Jade Roman, Aliya Hernandez, Camilo Barrera (wearing a hat he created), Damaris Cabrera, Ethan Brown Trump changed “Black History African American is more “politically (wearing a hat Iqra Malik created), Alani Arias, Mariette DeCena, Joey Schaff, Micaela Snow, Sheila French, and Malik. Month” to “African American History correct,” Shamaray Wilson, a freshman Month” by signing a proclamation Feb. from Kaynor Tech, feels that it should The Seuss is Loose When Seuss is loose When Seuss is loose the world freezes 2, 2017 because he believes the term have been left alone. anything is achievable He leads you High and Low By Micaela Snow Black American is outdated, according “It wasn’t outdated, it was tradi- Even a story on how the When Seuss is loose to www.whitehouse.gov. tional and a part of the history of the When Seuss is loose the world is alive Grinch stole Christmas is believable the people are happy As someone who is very interested month,” said Wilson. Lions pounce and sea creatures dive When Seuss is loose For he will “show [us] another in the happenings around myself that History teacher Mr. Mobilio shared When Seuss is loose mouths are still it initiates a playful pattern good trick [he knows]” involve political and overall social as- information regarding people he knew Clutching onto the sweet, enriching soil Oh, the Places You’ll Go! pects, I wanted to know if Trump’s it affected. Maybe even to Jupiter or Saturn This isn’t the end for Dr. Seuss changes were recognized by my peers. “I know some who prefer ‘people The Cat in the Hat taught kids to dream For his stories inspire and motivate Have you heard about Black History of color’ not African. They’ll say, ‘I’ve Of a wild world behind the scene Mr. Brown Can Moo! The life of Dr. Seuss is timeless Month recently changing to African never been to Africa, never plan to,’ ” The Lorax represented purity and growth Taught children about determination, too And it’s simply time to celebrate American History Month? said Mobilio. Preserving nature was their inward oath Hop on Pop is a famous rhyme Written in honor of Dr. Seuss, born Only one out of five sources inter- Overall, Mobilio didn’t have an opin- That goes on for a “long time” March 2, 1904 in Springfield, Mass. viewed said they had heard of it. ion on it because “you’re never going “Yes I have (heard of it). I didn’t to make everyone happy.” Hamilton star takes over for Josh Groban Save your money: few scares By Joseph Schaff Broadway’s Great Comet of 1812 will feature Onaodowan By Aliya Hernandez movie in the first place. Staff Writer However, I knew something just COMMENTARY Features Editor MOVIE REVIEW wasn’t scary enough because anyone Former Hamilton star Okieriete Onaodowan will be taking over the starring role of Pierre on July 3, 2017 in the hit- More like bye bye movie! who knows me is aware of how gullibly new Broadway musical Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812, replacing the current star Josh Groban. Of course I would be the one out of terrified I am of scary movies, yet I Groban is a “multi-platinum recording artist” so Onaodowan has big shoes to fill, according to the Great Comet my boyfriend and I to choose what I only jumped twice in the entire one official website. thought would be the scariest PG13 hour and 36 minute film. movie of the year, The Bye Bye Man. Another viewer found things wrong. Onaodowan originated the roles of Hercules Mulligan and James Madison in the Broadway smash-hit musical Now before I explain in one reason “The effects didn’t look as cool as I Hamilton, so he is no stranger to theater’s biggest stage. why I did not enjoy this film, I’d like to thought they would, there was an unex- The news was announced Feb. 15, 2017, which will give Onaodowan plenty of time to rehearse before Groban takes say its plot was well thought out. pected ending but that’s probably the his final bow July 2, 2017, according to broadway.com. “Three friends stumble upon the only good part about it,” said New York The official Great Comet website describes Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 as a “Russian electro-pop horrific origins of a mysterious figure resident Jael Genao. opera,” based on a portion of the novel War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy that takes place in 19th century Russia. The story (and) they discover the root cause of However, positive feedback exists. centers around Natasha, a young girl caught in a love triangle while her fiancé, Andrey, is at war, as well as the woes of the evil behind unspeakable acts,” “The way the dog looked, it looked Pierre, a old, depressed man, who wants to help Natasha find her way through her confusing life. according to imdb.com. so fake, but the movie was so good I That was what made me want to go didn’t care about the dog,” said sopho- Worth noting: Phillipa Soo, who originated the role of Eliza Hamilton in Hamilton, also originated the role of Natasha see (in my opinion a 2 out of 5-star) more Kyana Cintron. in this show.

By Lamya Sultana Poetry Corner The sun is shining But the moon is not Clock is ticking But it feels we are stuck Back in the past By Felix Ruiz History repeats March Flowers I want to be in an imagination So does daily politics Where stress is gone Clock is ticking By Micaela Snow By Elijah Rodriguez And hope is found And we are back Like the stars in the sky In the past I want to be I'll never touch the ground I watch the March Flowers Like the clouds in the sky You fought for your rights Blossom in the wind Like the stars in the galaxy Can we fight for ours? I watch the March Flowers But I am me World War III is coming Grow from within One day I’ll soar Exactly from where? Releasing the stress from the cold winter Soar out of this hell I’m living Embracing the sun and letting it simmer By Lamya Sultana The time is coming And things will not stop How I love the feeling I am only human Unless you realize the mistake Of new life and its charm Handcuffs I hide when I am afraid That is about to be covered with blood For it glows in the darkest part of darkness I cry when I am frustrated And relinquishes all harm By Hallie Facondini But I am still a human You say it’s show time But looks like play time to me March Flowers are the pearled petals of the Earth For years my wrists have been trapped I bleed when I get destroyed You want to destroy same blood color Reflected are the stars of heaven in these handcuffs I breathe when I get oxygen And build a wall? Woven in is the root of all being Holding me a hostage to these chains But most of all You want to destroy the peace? Reflected are the ancient wonders of seven of my past at the end of this gaping hole. I still survive the cruelness And start a new Civil War? And for the first time I watch the March Flowers I can see freedom. I say “I can’t take it anymore” Can we not just get along? Expand with such fullness and grace But how cruel Why do you care so much I watch the March Flowers My wrists have been freed Here I am still alive About destroying same blood color? Unfold to fulfill their calling, their place and this gaping hole may be deep Fighting for my life Why don’t you want to get along with me, Digging a hole deep enough to sink But no longer will it be my home. Where I feel unwanted Just because I believe in something else? In the soil of the sea clear enough to drink For the first time my lips The things that you think I am can taste the healing and these wounds I fight when I can for my rights Are totally false outrageous thoughts How I love the taste are no longer fresh nor open. I fight with all the passion Of the liquid fresh air I no longer need to trap others Yet what happens next is I don’t want to build a wall For it cleanses the deepest part of the soul in this hole with me to try and ease the pain. I fall deep and deep I don’t want to live in fear And sharpens each and every flare Into the water I am a human, too I can finally rely on myself. Where it’s dark with blue ocean Whether you believe it or not March Flowers are the leaves of thought My body can finally feel happiness I have the same blood color as you Reflected are the visions of future as there’s no more self-inflicted gashes. I don’t feel like breathing anymore I eat the same food as you do They are the seeds of all destiny These wounds are now a past But I am not going to give up Maybe I believe in different things Reflected are wounds and sutures from the toughest battle known to man. I will fight with all my strength So what does that make you believe: My arms can stretch far and my strength builds Until darkness takes me over That I am the devil? I watch the March Flowers the higher I climb and even if I may fall But please remember, Whither slowly but with haste these chains are longer claiming me and I will keep climbing I am only a human Lord, have mercy on this soul I watch the March Flowers till the day I reach the ground and see the sun. Just like you. Clock is ticking Disappear into fragments of waste Moon is coming Till that day comes Time is going I’m still free And human beliefs keep changing How I hate the sight By Ta’kyah Johnson Of departure as prevalent as breath and can’t you see For it closes the doors of hope there’s plenty of time to heal. I want to be I am sorry for not understanding, And opens the doors of death You’ll reach the sunlight Like the strong bark of a tree What’s going on in those seven billion brains and when you do, don’t look back. Like as free as the leaves that grow Hate will not bring me down March Flowers are the clouds of the sky out of it are You separating me, means you separating Reflected is the gravel of the ground There’s only time to look ahead. But I’m me A brother and sister A pattern that cannot be stopped or breached These handcuffs are broken. One day I’ll blossom But the clock is ticking It simply makes the world go round And I can finally taste the healing. And lose all fears So be careful my dear brothers and sisters page 6, The Eagle Flyer/March 2017 Teacher, sister attend D.C. march during the final presidential de- taxed. By Samantha Valle bate even though earlier he had Tampons and pads are taxed Staff Writer COMMENTARY stated that, “Nobody has more because they are considered Actress Ashley Judd, spoke respect for women than I do.” luxury items. Not all states tax to thousands of women at the “She repeated the phrase feminine hygiene products; Women’s March in Washing- over and over again, with pride, only seven states do not tax ton, D.C. This march was the because who isn’t proud to be them and five states do not have aftermath of President Donald a ‘Nasty Woman’ ” said 37- tax at all. So that leaves 38 Trump’s inauguration. Many year-old, Alicia Ledger, who states and D.C. that still tax the celebrities recited speeches but attended the Women’s March so-called “luxury items,” ac- Judd’s was one to remember. with her sister Kara. cording to Vogue.com. “She spoke with so much Judd explained the issue “The fact people still think passion in her voice, the whole where tampons and sanitary women get to choose or even crowd could feel it,” said 32- pads are still taxed but men’s know when and where they will year-old Hartford Public High medicines Viagra (generic name have their periods is upsetting. School teacher, Kara Ledger, is Sidenafil), which is used to And knowing that Donald who drove to D.C. treat male erectile dysfunction, Trump jokes (and) makes rude In her speech Judd used the and Rogaine (also known as comments on these kinds of is- Photo compiled by Samantha Valle/staff term “Nasty Woman” repeat- Minoxidil), which is used to sues tells me he shouldn’t be UNITY Connecticut residents Kara Ledger and her sister Alicia took this photograph during the edly, referring to Hillary help hair growth in men, accord- running this country, my coun- Women’s March in Washing, D.C. following President Donald Trump’s Jan. 20, 2017 inauguration. Clinton’s label given by Trump ing to webmd.com., are not try,” said Kara Ledger. Mark Twain house trip eye opening experience for freshmen writers By Samarah Brunette to go on that would relate directly back ing to Lawrence. Salcito said Lawrence. Correspondent to what’d we have to talk about in one “(The house) was really big for she felt it was She wanted Have you ever been to the Mark of our classes,” said freshman History some reason,” according to freshman interesting a students to Twain House? teacher Ms. Salcito. Mohammad Nadim. poor man was have that By paying $15 and getting a per- Lawrence confirmed although fresh- Students took favoritism in the able to make physical expe- mission slip signed, 57 freshman man aren’t going to read Twain’s work house which had elegance. For ex- himself one of rience to go to joined four teachers at the Mark Twain until next year she wanted to “intro- ample, the table was set as if a fancy the best and this house to House at 351 Farmington Ave. in duce” him to her students. party was going to be thrown. well known see Twain’s Hartford, Conn. so students could “Kids got a lot out of the trip, ex- “I liked the setup, designs, and writers in the things because take a trip relating back to the school periencing something they wouldn't classiness of it,” said St. Juste. United States, if it doesn’t curriculum Friday Jan. 27, 2017. normally experience,” said Salcito. Special education co-teacher Ms. and if people mean some- “I like the idea of learning in and Students learned about Mark Gaynes was another chaperone who’d would actually thing to them outside of the classroom, that’s really Twain. been there as a child, too. She also read about him now, it will. big to me,” said freshman English “I didnt know his (Twain'’s) birth shared a document “I Have Sampled and his mate- “Who knows? teacher Mrs. Lawrence. name was Samuel Clemens,” said fresh- This Life.. A Scavenger Hunt,” in- rial, a lot could Maybe some- Lawrence said the state doesn’t man Christy St. Juste. cluding a word bank she had her class be learned. Photo courtesy of Ms. Salcito one will be influenced to become a have many places to take freshman St. Juste is a writer herself she said complete after the trip. “It was so important for the kids writer,” said Lawrence. that involve the school curriculum. so it was beneficial for her to go on a “I always enjoyed (his home) and to be able to see that someone could VISITORS CENTER Freshmen English “We wanted to come up with a trip to see Twain’s or one of the “great- you know hearing about his life,” said make a living as a writer, have success students toured this visitors center (above) and Hartford’s Mark Twain house field trip for our freshman academy est American writers,” house accord- Gaynes. as a writer, still be remembered,” said to learn more about the famous author. Valentine’s Day continues in Teens still struggle to find employment By Samantha Campanaro EMPLOYMENT Eagle Flyer staff member Aliya Hernandez took this Managing Editor photo of where she works after school, but some teens still struggle March with White Day events to find part-time jobs. Rough times. By Eva LaFrance The new year welcomed new resolutions, a president, Staff Writer and increased minimum wage, however there is still the COMMENTARY same struggle for getting a job in the 2017 year, making it Valentine’s Day isn’t over yet! difficult for teenagers to find and keep a part time job due White Day is annually celebrated in Japan, South Korea, China, and Taiwan to the economy and time management. as a reciprocation day to Valentine’s Day in which boys give girls return gifts “In a nation where more than five millions teenagers that they were given to them one month from later, March 14. under 18 work, a growing body of research is challenging “In Japan, Valentine’s Day is celebrated in a very unique style. It is the the conventional wisdom and concluding that working long women who present gift(s) to men,” according to us.jnto.go.jp, a Japan tourism hours often undermines teenagers’ education and overall guide website. development,” according to the New York Times article Women present gifts to men, primarily chocolate. Three types of chocolate Problems Seen for Teenagers Who Hold Jobs are given: Giri-choco, Tomodachi chocolate (or Tomo-choco), and Honmei-choco. Teens who even only work the standard three to four “Giri-choco are chocolates girls give to a boss or male co-workers,” said days and 20 hours a week, find it hard to keep up with Kazumi Yamashita-Iverson, Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School Japanese homework, and paying attention in class, according to stud- teacher. ies in Science and Medicine. With the new minimum wage in Connecticut being raised to $10.10 an hour by state law, it Giri-choco is thought of as chocolate given out of obligation. There’s no means some businesses will not be hiring, according to thehour.com, a website all about top news stories. romance involved. There is also the problem of teenagers not having the experience to do a part-time job, since managers might not want “Tomo-choco is friendship chocolate,” said Yamashita-Iverson. “People ex- to spend the time training new employees. change chocolate between male friends.” “At a time when one’s (millennial) gifts are just as likely to appear in a YouTube video or pin board as in a resume, the Giri-choco and Tomo-choco are chocolate that are bought from stores. There talents of this generation are being overlooked by aging HR directors and recruiters,” according to forbes.com. is no romance involved in giving either kind of chocolate. Suggestions for teenagers looking to get a job in today’s economy, is to trying to find a place you have connections. “Honmei-choco is true love chocolate,” said Yamashita-Iverson. “In a job hunt, some experts say that connections are the most important influence in landing a job,” according to It’s chocolate you give to someone you truly like. It may be given to reveal to cnn.com. that person that they like them. However, keep applying, always go into an interview polite, and be alert. There are many websites that can help with “Japanese women often prepare (honmei-choco) by themselves and (give it) what to wear, what questions some employers might ask, and how to answer them. With the proper research getting hired, to their boyfriend, lover, or husband,” said us.jnto.go.jp. and maintaining a job won’t be that hard after a while. Honmei-choco is homemade chocolate so it’s thought of as heartfelt. As noted earlier, White Day is the day boys give return gifts to the girls who gave them something a month earlier. Return gifts may be marshmallows, cook- Prom dress time approaches; free ones available ies, chocolate, or etc. Giri-choco, tomo-choco, and honmei-choco still applies in By Kahasia Ford and Aliya Hernandez bers,” said fashion and clothing teacher Mrs. Balnis. this holiday. Staff Writers However, there are different places students go to pur- Now where do you think this holiday originated? chase their prom attire. “In 1977 a Fukuoka-based confectionary company, Ishimura Manseido mar- Prom day is slowly approaching so what are you “I ordered my dress from California my senior year,” keted marshmallows to men on March 14, calling it ‘Marshmallow Day,’ ” thinking about wearing? said Waterbury resident and college student Alicia McDonald. saiddiffen.com, a site that compared the difference between Valentine’s Day and Students who think prom is expensive can receive free Other students prefer places in Connecticut. White Day. prom dresses in room 110 this prom season, with the “I told (my prom date) she should look at stores like Although ‘Marshmallow Day’ didn't succeed, Japan’s National Confectionary simple act of walking in or paying attention to flyers that David’s Bridals and Atianna’s Boutique,” said senior Edmund Industry Association liked the idea and “established ‘White Day’ as an ‘answer will be distributed towards the end of March and of course Edgehill. day’… to Valentine’s Day exhorting men to return the favor to the women who there are always various places to buy dresses. Having the same dress is a conflict for some. gave them chocolates and other presents on Valentine's Day,” said diffen.com. “I couldn’t help with prom tickets, so I thought I’d “I (ordered my dress from California) because I wanted This holiday was originally called “Ai ni Kotaeru White Day” which means help with the dresses since prom is so expensive,” said to be different and I didn’t see anyone having on the same Answer Love on White Day. It was later shortened. Its popularity occurred English teacher and key club advisor Mrs. DeVeau. dress as me,” said McDonald. during the 1980s and spread throughout Asia where it is not only celebrated in Anyone can receive a free prom dress as well as con- Prom shopping has more meaning to it than others think. Japan but in China, Taiwan, and South Korea. tribute to the drive, which began in 2016. “I’m helping my prom date pick out her dress. I want to As with other holidays, White Day carries a custom that girls tend to enjoy. “Kids can bring in old dresses, teachers can bring in tell her what color suits her skin tone and how the dress Based on the rule, sanbai gaeshi, which means thrice the return, “men are old dresses, an old dress shop donated a bunch of old makes her body look,” said Edgehill. expected to return gifts that are at least two or three times more valuable than the dresses as well,” said DeVeau. Prom is important to many, that’s why it must be per- gifts received in Valentine’s Day,” according to diffen.com. Other Kennedy staff have helped with prom attire as fect. By receiving a gift of equal value, it may even be considered as an end to the well. “This is a special time for not just her but for all females,” relationship. White Day has pros and cons. “I have designed dresses for students and family mem- said Edgehill. The Eagle Flyer/March 2017, page 7 Prom set for Friday, May 19 in Waterbury By Jade Roman News Editor Principal Johnston explains why Aqua Turf no longer used

Prom, one of the biggest high school social events, which posal to ask someone to attend prom with them. costs $85 per ticket, is approaching fast, while Kennedy Besides saving money, buying a dress, and looking for students plan for the upcoming event Friday, May 19, 2017 a date, some students also question why prom is no longer from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at La Bella Vista, Waterbury, Conn., held at the Aqua Turf Club in Southington, Conn. as it was near Lakewood Park. for many years. “I’ve been putting money in the bank so I don’t spend “A switch was made a couple years ago based on prox- it to buy a prom dress,” said junior Brianna Sepulveda. imity, cost, and then it worked out well, so it just remained PROM TIME Although prom is in May, students are taking early ac- there,” said principal Mr. Johnston. Seniors Mariette tion by saving money for the big event as well as choosing Although prom is now held at La Bella Vista in the city, DeCena (top their wardrobes in advance. a switch back to prom being held at the Aqua Turf Club is photo) with her prom date, Joey “Getting items early such as clothes,” said senior Tyrairus not impossible, but rather takes time. Schaff, enjoyed Sands regarding how he is planning ahead for prom. “A switch to the Aqua Turf would require more lead- prom 2016 as In addition, seniors Angelica Marcelino, Joahnydia time,” said Johnston. juniors. Rosario, and Daniela Rojas said they are all concerned pri- Lead-time refers to calling in advance to schedule a se- marily with simply “getting a dress,” for prom in May. lected date for an upcoming prom. There are perks, how- Other students aren’t necessarily concerned with get- ever, to having prom in Waterburyat La Bella Vista, accord- Photos compiled by ting prom clothes, but rather a date. ing to Johnston. Jade Roman/staff MAKING MEMORIES Sacred Heart students (photo directly above) Senior Chomari Joseph is planning by “looking for a girl “Our own school resource officer can be the police of- Josephine Ferreira-Leach (left) a senior and Rayne Mahfood (right), and looking at promposals,” which is a demonstrated pro- ficer assigned to it,” said Johnston. a 2016 graduate, pose during their 2016 prom.

GET YOUR CLOCKS SET Club educates about sexual violence Sunday, March Photo by Quincy Grant/staff 12 is the start of By Quincy Grant Meets Tuesdays at 2 p.m. SPREADING AWARENESS Daylight Savings Correspondent History teacher Ms. Pasnick, time but which seen here teaching her do you prefer, Kennedy’s S.A.V.E. (Sexual Abuse school year, 2017. period 6 class, advises the darkness at & Violence Education) club was made “Club meetings S.A.V.E. club which meets night or in the to educate students about sexual vio- are (on) Tuesdays Tuesdays in 212 at 2 p.m. morning? lence and ways to prevent it, directed right after school in “I joined because this is Photo by Sam by club president, sophomore Alexa room 212,” said a topic that I feel very Campanaro, Ivan Meraz/staff Hinton, and advised by history teacher Hinton. “They usu- strongly about, as multiple Ms. Pasnick in room 212 Tuesdays ally last until 2:30.” members of my family have from 2 pm. - 2:30 p.m. after school, Any student is been victims of sexual Move time forward March 12 allowing any student to join. welcome to join the abuse,” said sophomore “Most people aren’t aware that club by just show- Alyssa Ahrens. By Ivan Meraz Vasquez, making it harder to see them. sexual violence/abuse happens right in ing up. The club carries an im- Correspondent Wondering also continues about the their community,” said Hinton. “Male students portant message that is be- time change. She said this was one of her mo- should join because lieved to be needed around Extra light or night? “I like waking up to the sun shin- tives to starting the club. we lack male mem- the school, members said. As March draws near, so does ing, not pitch black, it makes me feel “I came up with the idea fresh- bers and they should be informed as “For fundraising we plan on doing Daylight Savings which starts Sun- gloomy,” said Vasquez. man year with the club advisor, Ms. well,” said sophomore Elea Acevedo. a ‘take back the night,’ a change drive day, March 12, 2017 and ends Sun- Daylight Savings has been linked to Pasnick,” said Hinton. “She saw I was Students can ride a late bus, which and we just finished up a Kennedy day, Nov. 5, 2017 but how necessary an increase in depression when states passionate about educating people and is available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, ‘merch’ fundraiser,” said Hinton. “We is daylight savings to city residents? switch from daylight savings to the mentioned starting a club.” and Thursdays, and arrives in the front are currently looking for more ideas “Daylight Savings has pros and standard time, researchers said. The idea became a reality this of the school at 3:40 p.m. for fundraisers.” cons,” said junior Jonathan Vasquez. “Psychiatric hospitals see an in- Daylight Savings came to life to crease in depression cases immediately better utilize the daylight, as clocks after the transition from daylight are forwarded one hour from standard savings time to standard time,” accord- Roosevelt gives empowering female example time during spring and set back back ing to Psychcentral.com, a health site in fall, according to timeanddate.com, By Anthony DeJesus Celebrate Women’s History Month in March that specializes in mental health and a site keeping people updated on gives the public mental health Correspondent COMMENTARY events and time changes. information, emotional support and ad- Unfair pay, something had to be done. deserved. “I don’t know much about Day- vocacy. Eleanor Roosevelt’s impact on women’s suffrage can be She was said to take her inspiration from this quote light Savings, but, I think it’s neces- Although feeling ‘blue’ can be sea- recalled as one of the most grueling, yet, conquering times in from Benjamin Franklin, “The Constitution only guaran- sary,” said junior Cameron Feliciano. sonal for some, according to America’s past. tees the American people the right to pursue happiness. Daylight was necessary in the realsimple.com/health, “shorter days During the 1930s and 40s most of this was started by You have to catch it yourself.” 1900s, for it helped farmers and work- and less time outdoors… (can lead to) the inability to vote, however, Roosevelt had a background She was of the people, by the people, for the people. ers get more work done, according to sleep disturbances, risky driving when it came to politics. webexhibits.org/daylightsavings. But, behaviours, depression, and even “Being the niece of Theodore Roosevelt she was raised as technology advanced, and light be- stroke risk.” in politics,” said History teacher Mrs. Capolupo. Eleanor Roosevelt believed came more easily generated, people An hour of light is critical for some, Roosevelt had always felt women were oppressed, and women had special qualities that wonder why it is still being practiced. as “gaining an extra hour light, bright- also accepted African American women into the ranks, “Daylight Savings (is) useless,” ens up my day, literally and figura- believing that a black woman had the most struggle in that “ made them peacemakers...and said junior Ally Leiato. tively,” said Feliciano. era of America. mothers, but she also believed Leiato isn’t the only one, as Daylight Savings has been around “Eleanor Roosevelt believed women had special quali- these qualities made them fine Vasquez said “states should stop for decades and it may still have use, ties that made them peacemakers, conferees, and mothers, utilizing daylight savings, as it is dan- but, the cost is “unfair as Daylight Sav- but she also believed these qualities made them fine politi- politicians, reformers, advocates, gerous for the people and most ings takes your day away,” said Water- cians, reformers, advocates and professionals,” according and professionals. students that are walking in the dark.” bury resident, Art Williams. to www2.gdu.edu. “Kids tend to wear darker clothes,” “Would you rather want an extra In the end she gained the quality they so desperately www2.gdu.edu said Feliciano, making it dangerous as hour of daylight or night time,” said ” kids can “blend with the dark” said Vasquez. Residents, students note unrest, divide exists in United States By Hasim Veliju Since President Trump took office, people notice division continues among nation’s residents Correspondent COMMENTARY President’s temporary immigration ban from se- tween citizens, be it through riots or accusations “I don’t think it’s going to really be that easy,” United we stand, divided we fall. lect Middle Eastern nations to avoid possible of casual racism. said Radovesi. “People are so devoted to their Students and Waterbury residents are skepti- entrance of Islamic terrorists in the United States. “We are not united anymore,” said Guevara. opinions right now.” cal and wary of the divided political climate of “Too many people care about what they want “We are not one country (anymore).” Another point of concern for skeptical the United States since President Trump’s inau- over what the majority want,” said Waterbury “The riots were a bit overdone,” said Water- students is how big of a role politics even play guration Jan. 20, 2017. resident Mesut Veliju. “We shouldn’t focus on bury resident Armend Radovesi. “If you don’t in daily lives. “I feel that the country has always been di- hatred.” think the president is peaceful, then you should “I don’t follow politics that much, but people vided,” said senior Andrea Guevara. “I see it now The division has been stark, and has been set an example.” sometimes still label me,” said Veliju. “Your more than ever with the new president.” described as conservatives against liberals or Re- Some feel that the new presidency is the political leanings shouldn’t define you as a The nation has been in a state of unrest for the publicans against Democrats. major cause for the divide. person.” past few weeks, with massive protests and even “The division is Republican vs. Democrat,” “Personally, I don’t like Trump one bit,” said While most people seem to take a stance, riots. said sophomore Aliyah Applebee. “They need Evon. “So I guess I’m not on the pro-Trump others remain more moderate. “If Trump listened to (what) the other half of to stop this Republican and Democrat separa- side.” “No, I personally don’t fall under either of the country wants (it wouldn’t be as divided),” tion and come as one.” “I don’t think a lot of this country even likes these sides,” said Applebee. “I still feel the said freshman Nadia Evon. “The division is if “I don’t see it as much of a big deal,” said this guy (President Trump),” said Uffre. “We country is divided in two.” you like Trump or not.” Waterbury resident Charlie Uffre. “To me it’s need someone we all like.” “I can understand different opinions, but I Recent presidential controversies are fueling just Americans against Americans.” Coming together collectively as Americans, can’t agree with them,” said Guevara. “I’m not both sides of the debate over how politics should With every action involving the new presi- at this point, seems like a difficult endeavor to going to disrespect them because they don’t share be handled in the country, especially the dency, the politics of the land only worsen be- accomplish to some students. the same opinion.” Sports The Eagle Flyer/March 2017, page 8 Co-ed golf team recruits, cites benefits By Kyle Cleary Staff Writer Students need no experience to join team Danaher coaches

Did you know Kennedy has Jubilee King. Existing varsity members team to a varsity letter and pin. a varsity golf team? Others knew and had more who now number three share the “You can put it on your re- The varsity golf team is look- positive things to say. benefits of joining. sume for college as a varsity ing for new members, no expe- “It’s different, you wouldn’t “You get to meet new people sport,” said McKinney. rience necessary, to play start- expect a golf team in a high and go to new courses,” said Coach Danaher has already ing in March 2017, and stu- school,” said senior Gabriella junior Ansel McKinney, a three- recruited three new members dents also weigh in on the ben- Santana. “But it’s a good thing year team member. and was confident he will build efits of having the sport. to have.” School spirit also matters. a strong team by March when Photos by Kyle Cleary/staff “It is a very positive thing Another student agrees. “Some of the benefits are the team practices and matches to have in an inner city school,” “I was surprised to find out wearing your school logo and should begin, he said. Kennedy shirts and more said senior Andrew Reid said. we have a golf team,” said representing your team,” said Team members are also work- benefits such as team jack- “It gives teenagers who have sophomore Tyler Spooner. “It’s senior Tyler Recchioni, a one- ing on pictures and a page in the ets to come, sign ups begin never played the sport a chance interesting to have at a high year member. “We need to make yearbook. in March. Anyone inter- to try it out and experience new school and adds to the already Kennedy golf team hoodies and Kennedy is one of the three ested should visit Danaher things.” diverse roster of sports we have pants just like the other sports.” public schools in Waterbury that in room 157. Remember, no A surprising majority of here.” Which, according to coach have varsity golf teams and go experience is necessary. people asked know that Some even comment on the Mr. Danaher, who is in his sec- to NVLs and possibly qualify “We can teach them,” Kennedy has a golf team. logistics of the sport. ond year of coaching and teaches for states. Crosby and Wilby Danaher said. “I did know Kennedy had a “Well, you don’t see a lot of wood shop, is in the future. also have golf teams. RECRUITING Team shirts, top photo, are just one of many benefits golf team but I don’t know co-ed sports so it’s nice to have Other benefits on a varsity With varsity level status and to students who join the golf team coached by wood shop teacher much about it,” said junior that,” said Santana. level entitle everyone on the letters for everyone on the team, Mr. Danaher, bottom photo. See him in room 157 for information. NFL draft approaches March Madness, brackets begin By Joseph Schaff By James Cossette Staff Writer Staff Writer COMMENTARY are played in the tournament and Terrance Bridgeforth. people predict the outcomes. This is another aspect of March With the first pick in the 2017 NFL Draft, the Cleveland Browns select... The road to glory. The National “I fill out a bracket and I don’t even Madness: you never know what is go- The most elite college football stars will meet in Philadelphia, Penn. for the Collegiate Athletic Association watch basketball,” said sophomore ing to happen as often times the un- 2017 NFL Draft Thursday, April 27, 2017, where they will be chosen one by (NCAA) Tournament, also known as Ariana Padilla. derdog wins, much like the case last one by each team in a seven-round process to fill the 256 open spots, and there March Madness, is played nationwide There is a huge interest level in fill- year when the second seed Michigan is a lot of buzz about who will end up going to what team. from mid-March to early-April with ing out a bracket most likely because St. fell to the hands of the 15th seed “We need someone,” said senior Tyriq Cushon, a Chicago Bears fan. “But 64 schools to determine a champion often times people win money for Middle Tennessee St. the guy I want (Lamar Jackson, Louisville quarterback) isn’t draft eligible yet.” in college basketball. guessing a correct bracket, but it is also “Sports fan or not, March Mad- The NFL Draft is the main way players are able to enter the league and it is “March Madness has to be the done for bragging rights. ness is must-watch entertainment,” always a surprise to see who ends up with a franchise. biggest sporting event in the U.S. next “I fill out a bracket just for fun,” said senior Princess Oloyede. The official draft order from NFL.com is as follows; note that some spots to the Super Bowl, everyone watches said junior Edis Lame. Whether you have watched March were acquired from trades: it and fills out a bracket,” said junior Whatever your motive in filling out Madness, it is something you should 1 Cleveland Browns 17 Washington Redskins Mark Soto. a bracket, the popularity of March definitely watch because you will never 2 San Francisco 49ers 18 Tennessee Titans The March Madness bracket is Madness cannot be denied. forget the experience, so tune in to 3 Chicago Bears 19 Tampa Bay Buccaneers well known but for those unaware, it “It’s the best time of year, nothing CBS, TBS, TNT and TruTV this year 4 Jacksonville Jaguars 20 Denver Broncos is a one-sheet schedule of games that beats all of the upsets,” said senior when March rolls around. 5 Tennessee Titans 21 Detroit Lions 6 New York Jets 22 Miami Dolphins 7 San Diego Chargers 23 New York Giants 8 Carolina Panthers 24 Oakland Raiders Volleyball player eager to start tourney 9 Cincinnati Bengals 25 Houston Texans By Toni Lopez 10 Buffalo Bills 26 Seattle Seahawks There are some areas in which we are not prepared. Staff Writer COMMENTARY 11 New Orleans Saints 27 Kansas City Chiefs “We are unprepared now because we need to work on 12 Cleveland Browns 28 Dallas Cowboys Sports: a time to focus, work together, and be a team. our line up and have a balance of our weak players with our 13 Arizona Cardinals 29 Green Bay Packers The North West Juniors Girls’ Volleyball Club (NWJRS), strongest players,” said Vivian Jimenez- Rijo, a junior, from 14 Philadelphia Eagles 30 Pittsburgh Steelers ages 14-18, start their tournaments every Sunday in March Torrington High School. 15 Indianapolis Colts 31 Atlanta Falcons 2017. My team is getting ready to win and focus more in I don’t think we are prepared “as a team.” As soon as we 16 Baltimore Ravens 32 New England Patriots practices, but we still have to figure out our strongest and know and practice the rotations we will use in games, the Usually “I watch some of the draft,” said sophomore Jake Desjardins, a weakest skills on the team. rest will begin to fall into place. Green Bay Packers fan. “We need receivers.” “I am very excited for our first tournament. I believe “I feel like half of my team are ready. Some others need This biggest conversation centers around who is going to be the first pick. our team has a lot of talent and potential to pull together to to focus more and need more practice,” said first year head There are plenty of elite players among this class like Dede Westbrook of make a strong team,” said Tori Grantmeyer, a junior at coach Jose Lopez (my dad), an assistant coach last season. Oklahoma or Mike Williams of Clemson. However, what everyone talks about Northwestern Regional #7. This year players from many programs have switched is the quarterbacks, who are plentiful in this draft. Some of these quarterbacks The team believes they have a lot of potential and try to select levels of play, leaving their teams weaker, but we include Mitch Trubisky of North Carolina and DeshonKizer of Notre Dame but their best every practice (at Torrington YMCA Tuesdays, have also gained more players to help fill in those holes. the big prize is Clemson’s signal caller, Deshaun Watson. at 7:30 p.m-8:30 p.m. and Sundays, at 1:30 p.m-4 p.m.) “The 17s teams will be harder than the 16s because The first pick is a coveted spot as it is the easiest way to see who is because they have a lot to work on, including lack of focus. they are older and have been playing for a while. They considered the best in college football. Past first picks include Jameis Winston “We are making progress, but if the tournament were maybe harder, but I think we can do it,” said Autumn (Tampa Bay), Cam Newton (Carolina), Jadeveon Clowney (Houston), Andrew tomorrow we would not be prepared. I think we will be Freudenberg, a Housatonic Valley Regional High junior. Luck (Indianapolis) and last year’s pick Jared Goff (Los Angeles Rams). Note prepared by the time the tournament comes around,” said It will take a game or two for my team to get in the that all except Clowney are quarterbacks. Caroline Crone, a sophomore at Torrington High School. groove and used to playing together, but I believe we will do Yet not all first picks are perfect. I feel this team is great when they are in scrimmages well in our first tournament. Many first picks turn out to be busts, which can ruin franchises. Some of because we focus more and get things done to win. “It could either be easy or hard it all depends on how we these busts include Jamarcus Russell, who gained an immense amount of weight “Our practice today would worry me, but the way play; if we try our hardest it should be easy, but the only and became incapable of playing; and Tim Couch and David Carr, who both just we’ve scrimmaged before I think we will do great,” said way it will be hard is if we get down on ourselves and make did not perform well. Cassie Kall, a junior, at Lewis Mills High School. it hard,” said Lauren Gaghan, a Torrington High junior. “I want either Johnathon Allen (Alabama) or Dalvin Cook (Florida State),” I have been in the NWJRS for four years. I love every This club season should be great with the amount of said Talented and Gifted teacher Mr. Clark, a devoted Jacksonville Jaguars fan. bit of being in a volleyball club with girls who have almost players we have who can come together as a team and work “Either would make me very happy.” as much play time as me. For example, some play year as a team and can be on their A game. Every fan hopes that when April 27 comes around and the commissioner round while others play for their school season only. “If we start in level A it will be a challenge, but I feel we walks across that stage, they will see the player they want hold up that #1 “Each individual player has at least two years of expe- have a lot of skill this year on the court in all positions,” jersey. rience and her own talents,” said Grantmeyer. said Shae Eucalitto, a junior from Torrington High School. Did you witness “biggest comeback in Super Bowl history” in 2017? By Joseph Schaff After a scoreless first quarter, the Falcons six yard run by Tevin Coleman. Patriots running back James White plowed in struck first with a five-yard sprint by Davonta This set up the greatest comeback many have for a two yard score to make it 28-28 and send Staff Writer COMMENTARY Freeman. ever witnessed. Patriots quarterback Tom Brady the game to overtime where Brady matched his The Patriots are World Champions...again. They struck again after a strike thrown from hit James White on a pass for a touchdown to guys down the field to win the Super Bowl for The New England Patriots won Super Bowl quarterback Matt Ryan to Austin Hooper to ex- make it 28-9. Gostkowski hit another field goal the fifth time with a final score of 34-28. LI at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas Sunday, tend their lead 14-0. Next, Robert Alford inter- to make it 28-12. Matt Ryan fumbled and the “I didn’t think the Patriots would end up Feb. 5, 2017 by staging the biggest comeback in cepted a Brady pass and took it back 82 yards Patriots capitalized almost immediately with a winning,” said senior Mary Kate Conway Super Bowl history. for a touchdown to make it 21-0. score from Brady to Amendola to make it 28-20. This truly was one of the greatest games ever “I knew the Patriots were going to win,” said To open the third quarter Patriots kicker Atlanta’s Julio Jones and New England’s Julian played on the sport’s biggest stage. senior Ariana Ramos. “My dad told me to never Stephen Gostkowski put up a field goal to make Edelman both made two of the best catches in “I cannot believe they came back and won,” underestimate Tom Brady.” it 21-3. Atlanta extended their lead 28-3 after a Super Bowl history to keep their drives alive. said sophomore Jake Desjardins.