41st Year, Issue No. 2 January 18, 2019 the

Sherwood High School: 300 Olney Sandy Spring Road, Sandy Spring, MD 20860 Warriorwww.thewarrioronline.com Why Is Junior Year So Hard? Girls Avoid Taking Engineering Classes by Lauren Hesse ‘19 PLTW program. The type of reward many girls are look- by Kara Thompson ‘20 portant than other classes. “I’d ing for when they take difficult classes differs from most say I spend about four-five hours Of 24 students enrolled in Aerospace En- of their male classmates. Junior year is notorious for on homework [a night], maybe gineering, three are female. Seventeen students Brendan Lees, a PLTW teacher, explained that being the hardest year of high more,” said Malone. “But com- are enrolled in Civil Engineering, but just two “when surveyed, more females than males say they want school. Many students who plan bined with after-school activities are female. Only eight of the students enrolled in to make a difference with their career choices.” This to attend a four-year college and just taking a little bit of time Digital Electronics (a class focusing on electrical is clearly demonstrated by the overwhelming majority balance three or more AP class- to myself, I still end up staying engineering) are female. Yet, the ratio of females of girls enrolled in the Academy of Health Professions es, honors courses, and the ap- up pretty late doing work.” to males enrolled in other advanced STEM class- (medicine) and Early Child Development (teaching) ca- proaching SAT and ACT. There Shelley Jackson, English es like Honors Chemistry, AP Chemistry, and AP reer pathways. However, “for some reason, they don’t are also outside stressors such Department head, says that in Calculus BC is closer to 50-50. Girls are inter- think this includes engineering” added Lees. as getting a driver’s license and general Lang teachers give the ested in math and science; however, this interest Engineering is problem solving. At its most basic participating in sports and extra- same major assignments with apparently does not extend to engineering. level, it is designing solutions that improve the world or curriculars. Students seem to ac- a similar amount of time. They One possible reason for this discrepancy is humanity’s quality of life. Whether it is a biomedical en- cept that the workload is just the also try to give deadlines enough that there are misconceptions about what engi- gineer creating a new, inexpensive way to deliver a life way it goes during junior year, in advance that it is manageable neering really is. “I think girls don’t enroll in the saving drug, a materials scientist and engineer creating and that there’s nothing that can for students. Jackson believes Project Lead the Way (PLTW) pathway because an everything-proof coating that repels just about every diminish the stress. the main problem is that students they don’t know enough about engineering or known liquid to keep surfaces clean, or a civil engineer “The stress is mostly evident don’t typically look at their ju- what you actually do in the classes,” explained designing environmentally friendly buildings, engineers in like subconscious thoughts. I nior year overall when picking Deesha Ajmera, a senior in the program. It is pre- make a difference. spent so much of my time think- classes and end up overestimat- cisely this lack of accurate information that leads Aside from a misunderstanding of what engineer- ing about assignments and tests ing their ability to complete the to incorrect assumptions. ing is, some female students may not to pursue the field that have happened, that I’m work efficiently. “A lot of girls think the classes are going because they lack confidence in their abilities and take working on, or that are coming The other heads of depart- to be too boring or hard, but when they actually failures and mistakes much more personally than male up that my mind can’t focus on ments and the administrators take them, they realize how rewarding they really anything else,” explained junior for 11th and 12th grade did not are,” added Fatima Koroma, another senior in the see DISPARITY, pg. 2 Carlee Malone. respond to the questions about The level of rigor and the prevalence of overstressed Juul Stops Selling Flavored Pods in Retail Stores amount of homework are notice- students. The departments do not birth in order to confirm that they ably different in the jump from coordinate with each other to see are of age to buy Juul’s products. sophomore to junior year. Hon- when assignments and tests are With this age verification system, ors Precalculus, AP Lang, AP due, nor has the school devoted only those who are 21 years and World, and an AP science class staff training or meetings to the older can order from the compa- can be found on most schedules topic of homework. ny’s secure website. However, in for college-bound juniors. “With AP Biology teacher Rebekah Maryland a person 18 years and the choice of jumping from one Harrison thinks that the late older with a valid ID can pur- AP to three APs and knowing the school year start date quickens chase pods in retail stores. workload would be ridiculous, I the pace of AP classes. “We start The company, which holds wasn’t entirely surprised [at my after Labor Day … and because 75 percent of the e-cigarette mar- increased stress levels],” said AP exams are still in May and Kelly Seganish ‘19 ket in the U.S., has for a long Elizabeth Oliver. the date doesn’t change, we have time explained how its goal was JUUL products are for sale at the Shell gas station on Georgia Avenue. The fact that students like to cram more information into to never attract teens into vaping Oliver knew junior year would shorter amounts of time, which by Christianna Tran ‘20 their roles in allowing youth ac- but instead to provide adults who be very difficult may indicate ... makes our class have to go a cess to e-cigarette products. have been previously addicted that students have internalized lot faster, and makes [students] Juul Labs, the e-cigarette The administration has also to nicotine through cigarettes an messaging that they must take have a lot more homework,.” manufacturer, announced No- gone after misleading e-liquids alternative that allows for fewer the most rigorous courses.“It’s The abundance of home- vember 11 that it will stop sell- resembling kid-friendly items toxins. However, the FDA be- ridiculous [the emphasis MCPS work leaves juniors with little ing many flavored pods in retail such as cookies, candy, and juice lieves that Juul has in fact been puts on kids to take rigorous time to do things they enjoy, stores and put an end to its social boxes, blaming the companies for attracting teens to their products courses],” commented counselor especially if the student plays media promotion. Juul removed targeting youths. FDA commis- through their marketing and ad- Jamii Avery. “I think that MCPS a sport. “Not playing a sport all social media accounts, except sioner Scott Gottlieb explained vertising strategies, teens who really does push way too hard, I would give me more time to do Twitter, in order to stop exposing that the agency cannot “allow a will then develop an addiction to think that parents push kids way my homework and do other rec- and attracting teenagers to the whole new generation to become nicotine. The CEO of the compa- too hard, and I think teachers reational activities, so I would products. The company decided addicted to nicotine.” ny, Kevin Burns, has described sometimes push kids way too probably be less stressed. How- keep Twitter but not use it for As the FDA was investigat- one of the company’s goals to hard.” ever, I think the advantages of product promotion. ing Juul’s sales and marketing develop technology that ensures AP World teacher Joshua being on a team outweigh the The changes by Juul Labs practices, Juul preemptively an- that retailers comply with the Kinnetz agrees. “The best pro- consequence of stress,” said Eli- came a month after the Food and nounced their “action plan,” a necessary age requirements and active way I think [students] can za Averbach, captain of the girls’ Drug Administration (FDA) ex- statement posted online that ex- restrictions. manage is to not get hung up on varsity soccer team. pressed concern for the health of plained its future efforts to end Gottlieb is also accusing Juul how many AP classes they ‘need’ Counselors recommend cut- underage teens who have been il- the outbreak of teen vaping. Juul of not keeping the promises they to take in order to be ready for ting back on stress by being re- legally obtaining the e-cigarettes. intends to stop fulfilling orders have made about keeping e-cig- college,” he advised. “Be realis- alistic when picking your junior According to a study by the FDA, from retailers looking to stock its arettes away from minors. The tic as to what you can handle.” year schedule. “You have to put vaping has increased 80 percent creme, cucumber, fruit and man- FDA views that the company’s It’s not even always the it in perspective [when choos- among high schoolers and 50 go flavored Juul pods. Therefore, recent actions regarding their content material of the classes ing classes]: what else do you percent among middle schoolers only mint, menthol and tobacco partnership with another cigarette themselves--it’s the crushing do outside of school, what else since last year. The FDA began will be sold in retail stores and the company, contradicts the previ- workload that comes with them. is going on in your life … you making statements in early Sep- rest of their sweeter, teen-favored ous agreements to prevent under- Many students have hours of need a balance,” cautioned Av- tember about the epidemic of flavors will be sold strictly online. age vaping. However, Juul states homework each night, as each ery. For many juniors, however, youth vaping and then took action This way, customers must that the company is sticking to teacher believes that their course this advice may be easier said against more than 1,300 retailers provide their social security num- its plan to curb youth vaping and is crucial and possibly more im- than done. and five major manufacturers for ber, address, name, and date of plans to reach the FDA’s criteria. What’s Inside: News: 1-3, National News: 4-5, Features: 6-9, Humor: 10-11, Spotlight: 12-13, Opinions: 14-16, Wondering Warrior: 17, Entertainment: 18-21, Sports: 22-24 Immigration Timeline Up-and-Coming Clubs For many years now, immigration There are so many clubs at Sherwood, along the southern border of the and oftentimes their smaller size means U.S. has been a hot-button issue. that they may not be as well known. pages 4-5 page 7 2 The Warrior • News January 18, 2019 Dispensary Comes to Olney by Sarah Nove ‘20

Olney soon will be home to Sweetspot, a medical marijuana Sherwood Scores Highly on dispensary scheduled to open this month. In an interview with two Accountability Report Card of Sweetspot’s employees, Kevin by Liam Kennedy ‘19 Fox, Inventory Manager, and Pe- ter Franklin, Dispensary Manag- Sherwood earned four out of five stars on the new Maryland er, the pair emphasized the staff’s State Department of Education Accountability Report Card. Out focus on legitimacy and safety. of 90 possible points, Sherwood earned 63.5 of them, netting 70 In accordance with state percent of possible points and being ranked in the 70th percentile laws, no edibles will be distrib- throughout the entire state. Sherwood was also ranked the seventh uted. Additionally, the dispensary highest out of all MCPS high schools on the report card. will only sell to individuals with The report card, an accountability model designed in accor- a Maryland Medical Cannabis dance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), a successor of Commission (MMCC) patient Kelly Seganish ‘19 the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), was released on December identification card and, for- mi Sweetspot dispensary plans on taking over space off of Georgia Ave. 4, and measures school success in various aspects of both academ- nors, accompanied by a caregiv- ic achievements and overall school environment. Even though the er. The state of Maryland defines tomers can watch the production sell as much as possible; we want report card was released in the middle of the year, Principal Eric a caregiver as “an individual 21 process. However, not all of the to educate the community, we Minus still finds the information provided by the report card to be years old or older designated by production happens in-house; want to help out as much as we helpful at this time. “Since the School Improvement Process is a patient who has agreed to assist marijuana must first go through can, we want to be a part of this cyclical in nature and is supposed [to] be revisited throughout the with a qualifying patient’s medi- an extensive testing process in a community,” said Franklin. year, we can use components of this data to help inform us about cal use of medical cannabis” or, lab to ensure the safety and high According to Fox, they have our direction as a school,” Minus said. if the patient is a minor, a parent quality of the goods prior to dis- been “welcomed with open arms” The grading of the report card is different for each type of or legal guardian. Adults without tribution. by the community so far, with school. For high schools, the scores are a accumulation of points an MMCC card will be allowed to “Everything goes through friendly responses from neigh- from five categories: Academic Achievement, Graduation Rate, enter the community area of the analytical testing for pesticides, boring business, like the local Progress in Achieving English Language Proficiency, Readiness store, but only card-holders will heavy metals––basically a break- sign shop, Signs One Hour, who for Post-Secondary Success, and School Quality and Student Suc- be allowed onto the retail floor. down of its potency,” explained helped them paint a sign on their cess. Each category is worth a different amount of points, and are Minors without both a MMCC Fox. “It’s [a] very in-depth [pro- storefront. Fox and Franklin hope based on a set of data points like PARCC test results and the per- card and a caregiver present will cess] prior to even coming to the community will see Sweetspot cent of students enrolled in a well-rounded curriculum. not be allowed inside the store- market so nothing even has the as a business, not something taboo. front. chance of being tainted or moldy.” “Put bluntly, we’re here for The dispensary is in its final In addition to quality and qualifying patient’s safe access Boys’ Bathrooms stages of construction in The Ol- transparency, Fox and Franklin to the medicine they have been ney Center off of Georgia - Ave hope that Sweetspot’s presence in recommended ... we want people Lack the Basics nue, in the space that previously Olney will neutralize the stigmas to know that this is a professional housed Armand’s Pizzeria. The surrounding marijuana consump- establishment,” said Fox. “We’re by Zach Weisenthal ‘19 interior of the building has a large tion for medical purposes. here for the community, and glass window through which cus- “Our main goal is not … [to] we’re very excited to open.” Keeping hands clean through washing one’s hands with soap and water is one of the most important steps one can take to avoid Gender Disparity Continues in Classes getting sick and spreading germs to others. Hand-washing is cru- cial in staying healthy year round, but especially during the winter from ENGINEERING, cover Class # of Female Students # of Students % of Females months with more germs present. students do. “Some of my best AP Physics 13 46 28% Students and staff began noticing the lack of hand soap in early students have been female, but December. “The soap dispensers are being destroyed by students many of my female students lack AP Chem 20 43 47% everyday,” reported Linda Berkheimer, the school business admin- confidence,” explained Thom- istrator and who is responsible for purchasing new dispensers. as Cohan, the AP Calculus BC Civil Engineering Security is aware of the issue, but are in no rush to replace teacher. “I have noticed that more and Architecture 2 17 12% them. “Boys are continuing to disrespect the facilities. In the girls come in to ask for clarifica- meantime, we suggest that boys carry hand soap with them, and tion or for me to check their work Aerospace Engineering 3 24 13% take advantage of hand sanitizer,” said the new head of security, and that when girls get a problem Neil Owens. wrong they take it much harder Principles of Many teachers are not aware of this problem as they use staff than boys do.” Engineering 17 68 25% bathrooms themselves. “ I would be outraged if my son did not Various studies have shown have hand soap to wash his hands at school,” said science teacher that girls are far more likely to Digital Electronics 8 39 21% Britani Greco. blame their failures and mistakes Introduction to on their own shortcomings. In Engineering White House Scraps Obama a field like engineering, where Design 53 155 34% failing is basically a daily occur- School Discipline Policy rence, taking every mistake as a AP Calculus BC 28 65 43% reflection of your abilities -is in by Anjali Verma ‘20 credibly detrimental, and it can Engineering Design and Development 7 28 25% discourage even the most capa- The Trump administration’s Department of Education, led by ble, bright girls from further pur- Secretary Betsy DeVos, has chosen to cancel a school discipline Hon Chem 177 325 55% suing engineering. policy from the Obama administration that worked to limit racial Girls who have no reason bias in schools. Obama implemented this policy in part because AP Bio 79 133 59% to question themselves end up black students in the United States were three times more likely to self-selecting themselves out AP Lit 92 149 62% be disciplined than their white classmates. of engineering, meaning they The 2014 policy’s intention was to limit racial bias when it choose another career path. This Medical Science 30 33 91% came to suspensions and expulsions of students. If a school’s sta- helps explain why only 11 percent tistics exceeded the standards for discipline against certain races, Adv. Child of current practicing engineers then its federal funding could be cut or the school could face a fed- Development 30 32 94% are female, and highly lauded eral investigation. Under the new directive, federal officials will engineering programs at schools not intervene with school disciplinary actions as long as they do Source: SIMS Database like the University of Michigan not infringe with federal discrimination laws. are content with and even brag in of the field itself is troublesome. ratio of men and women,” ex- Supporters of the new policy are happy because they believe information sessions for prospec- “One reason there is such a big plained Lees. With so many prob- Obama’s policy exceeded federal authority and in turn made tive students that their engineer- push to try to get more females lems to solve in today’s world, schools unwilling to take action against students that may be dis- ing student body is 27-percent interested in STEM and specif- the need exists to maximize the ruptive or violent. Critics of Trump’s actions argue that by revok- female. ically engineering is that tech productivity of design teams and ing the policy, there will be no oversight of schools that dispropor- Losing any capable female companies have realized that they ensure that our talented individ- tionately suspend or expel minority students, thereby limiting their engineers due to a lack of con- are more productive and creative uals, regardless of gender, are right to an education. fidence or a misunderstanding when they have close to a 50-50 working to solve such problems. The Warrior • News 3 January 18, 2019 College Board Struggles School Plan Focuses on Student Engagement With Lower Student Trust by Katherine Sperduto ‘19 1. Cooperative Learning Examples by Adam Levine ‘20 son explained. What is the ideal way for • Positive Interdependence • Face-to-Face Interaction For their subsequent exams, teachers to engage students and • Interpersonal & Small-Group Skills • Group Processing If you’ve taken any standard- get them thinking on their own? the College Board seems to be on • Individual & Group Accountability ized test in high school, chances a trend following their June SAT. Sherwood thinks it has the an- are you have interacted with the The fall 2018 SATs have been swer: students should be fre- Non-examples College Board. Though in recent relatively easier, made evident by quently in small groups and held • Only teacher-directed instruction months, the nonprofit organiza- how harshly the tests have been accountable to help each other • Use of only one of the strategies listed above tion has been the subject of con- “equated.” On these more recent succeed with the material they are • Use of only group work troversies regarding its SATs. tests, incorrect questions have learning. The June 2018 SAT marked had more weight on one’s overall The School Improvement 2. Probing and Clarifying Techniques the beginning of the recent back- score than in years past. Plan (SIP) is an annual plan cre- lash the College Board faced. The Junior Laura Meng took ated each summer by Sherwood’s Examples College Board’s system of equat- the November 2018 exam. “The Instructional Leadership Team • Rephrasing Questions • Giving hints ing, which, according to the orga- [scaling] for reading was much (ILT) that sets specific goals for • Asking related questions nization, “makes sure that a score harsher than the one for August. the school. To achieve these ob- Non-Examples for a test taken on one date is jectives for literacy and mathe- When I compared scores with my • Not requiring students to explain their thinking equivalent to a score from anoth- friend, she got 13 more questions matics, teachers are expected in • Moving to another student when no response er date,” left many June test-tak- wrong, but only 60 points worse. implement certain teaching prac- or an incorrect one is provided ers upset. Many students received I understand that it means that the tices into their daily instruction. • Fails to help students to respond scores much worse than they had reading must have been harder The three strategies that the Sher- initially expected. but sometimes it just seems like wood administration decided on 3. Asking Higher-Order Questions When test takers receive the [equating system] on the test was cooperative learning, prob- their scores, it is accompanied negatively affect our scores,” ex- ing questions, and higher-order Examples by a breakdown of their score by plained Meng. questioning. • Use random calling method • Provide think time each section and a description of The controversies continued To choose these teach- • Ask analysis, synthesis, and evaluation questions each question, which contains the after the August SAT. While noth- ing practices, “the ILT collects Non-examples difficulty and subsection of each school-wide data from all stake- ing has been confirmed by the • Only asking these questions of advanced students question and whether the student College Board, it is widely be- holders along with District mea- • Only allowing those who raise hand to respond to questions answered it correctly or not. This lieved by test takers that the exam sures, it is analyzed during the allows students to compare their was previously administered as school year and over the summer Source: MCPS growth over multiple tests by see- the October 2017 international to determine and identify what and alter their practices; howev- of methods, reduce student stress ing the change in how many they SAT and some questions off that students at Sherwood are strug- er, their lessons should revolve while urging them to take aca- answered correctly or not. exam were leaked shortly after. gling with the most. We conduct around the three strategies. demic risks, and to share informa- Angry students nationwide “It’s kind of crazy that Col- a comprehensive root-cause anal- Teachers are advised to use tion effectively in the classroom took to social media to berate lege Board thought it was a good ysis of all the data points,” said their professional judgment when community.” the College Board’s actions. idea to recycle a test that was tak- Staff Development teacher Catina it comes to which strategy to uti- To ensure that these practic- One solution many test-takers en by kids that were still in high Wist. “We don’t just make stuff lize the most with a class. “I think es are effectively applied in the demanded was a rescore of their school and could still be testing,” up out of thin air. The county has that a majority of the teachers classroom, informal observations June tests, but the organization said senior Claire Moran, who a Resource for Equitable Class- here at Sherwood are profession- are conducted by administrators claims, “The June scores … are took the August 2018 exam. room Practices that contains 27 als and utilize the tools they have and department leads in which accurate—the result would be the After two controversies in high-impact teaching strategies been given. Each discipline is the observer completes a form. If same even if [they] rescored it.” one year, many students have that have been researched and different, which means that learn- it’s determined a teacher is strug- Senior Lexi Paulson was one formed strong opinions about proven. Out of the 27, the highest ing looks different,” said English gling with a specific practice, that of the many students who took the organization. It also brings 2 to 3 impact strategies were cho- teacher Samantha Ager. teacher will receive feedback that the controversial June exam. “I up questions about the testing sen to be a focus of our instruc- “My teaching methods are same day. think that College Board could’ve process in general. “While hypo- tion to benefit Sherwood students centered around student inqui- “I want my students to be handled the situation better when thetically a standardized way to the most.” ry, so it would be really hard to successful in everything that they they saw that people were really compare students makes sense, its Teachers are expected to sup- pick just one method that I think do. They are our future leaders upset about the situation instead execution, and the fact it is left in port these strategies within their would be most effective,” said and we need them to be educated, of essentially telling people to the hands of major corporations, lessons plan. 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If you are interested in becoming a patron, contact Peter Huck at [email protected] 4 The Warrior • National News January 18, 2019 Democratic House Moves To Investigate Trump Technology’s Role in by Nathan Lampshire ‘19 Chances for Bipartisanship? The 116th Congress assem- With the current polarization in Congress, legislation is difficult to Classrooms Expands bled in the U.S. Capitol on Janu- pass, but here are a few areas where the two parties may compromise. ary 3 to be sworn in as new law- by Thomas Johnson ‘19 at designated centers. The main makers. The GOP maintains the Privacy with Technology: attraction of a computerized test majority of the Senate by 6 votes, Privacy with regards to technology is an increasingly bipartisan is- The rise of smartphones and is that students receive their test while Democrats have control of sue across the nation. Breaches in technology include personal and the implementation of various scores almost immediately after the House by 33 votes. Notably, governmental data collection, political manipulation, and financial new software and equipment in finishing. Another benefit of com- this term’s lawmakers bring an meddling. The increasing use of technology indicates that these school systems has impacted ed- puter-based testing is that the test unprecedented diversity to Con- issues will persist until legislation is passed. The 116th Congress ucation across the world. As a can actually adapt to test-takers’ gress with 25 women in the Sen- appears to be converging on shared perspectives towards privacy result, the educational experience proficiency based on the correct ate and 333 women in the House. issues. our parents and grandparents re- number of responses they have Democrats will now become ceived is far different from what entered so far. This feature allows chairs of various committees in- Prescription Drugs: we have come to know today. less proficient test takers to- re volved in investigations against With nearly 10-percent growth in drug spending annually over Perhaps the most significant ceive questions more at their lev- President Trump himself, as the past decade, it is not surprising that Congress is attempting to effect technology has had on ed- el, and gives better test takers the well as his administration and tackle the rising cost of prescription drug prices, which has nearly ucation has been its effect on chance to challenge themselves. his businesses. Democrat Adam doubled in the past decade. Both Democrats and President Trump how teachers run their classroom. While there have undoubt- Schiff, or “little Adam Schitt” as have made this issue a priority. Rather than in the past where edly been large improvements in Trump says, is incoming chair textbooks were the primary form the quality and ease of education to the House Intelligence Com- Transportation: of instruction, teachers now have due to the advancement of tech- mittee and is working to fully The transportation and infrastructure issues in the nation have typ- access to thousands of docu- nology, there have also been a release transcripts from the pan- ically been bipartisan issues. House Transportation & Infrastruc- mentaries and resources, making number unforeseen downsides. el interviews to Robert Mueller’s ture Committee Chairman Peter DeFazio (D-OR) is attempting class far more engaging for stu- Student attention has been nega- investigation, a major concern for to push an infrastructure bill through Congress for highways and dents. Student accountability has tively affected by the existence of Trump and his administration. airports, transit, and water projects. Trump has said that he believes also been positively affected by smartphones, allowing students More importantly, howev- it is one of the issues that both parties may come together on. the advancement of technology. to distract themselves by going er, is the Democrats first priority to protect special counsel Robert against Obama, Cummings now Thanks to websites like turnitin. on social media, texting friends, to disclose Trump’s tax returns. Mueller’s probe into Trump’s al- has his time in power. He will com, teachers can now more eas- or playing mobile games, rath- Democratic Rep. Richard Neal is leged Russian ties. The bill states pursue two tracks of investiga- ily check for plagiarism and en- er than paying attention in class. now head of the House Ways and that if Trump is to fire Mueller, tions. The first will investigate sure that the work students turn in School systems have attempted Means committee, which has the Mueller can appeal to a panel of whether Trump has profited from is their own. to combat smartphone use by legal authority to formally request federal judges to determine if he the presidency, the decision to Students are also able to stay enacting zero tolerance policies to obtain years’ worth of Trump’s will continue his investigation. add a citizenship question to the on top of their grades more easi- for cellphones in class; however tax returns. In addition, Demo- The bill will easily pass in the U.S. census, and the hush pay- ly than in the past. Apps such as because smartphones are so small crats have revised H.R.1, a House House, but will face opposition ments to Trump’s alleged affairs. MCPS Helper allow students to and easy to conceal, these policies bill that would require president in the Republican Senate as they The second track will investigate know what grade they have in a end up being difficult to enforce. and vice president nominees to believe Trump would not act so Trump’s proposal to overhaul the class and be aware of any missing Another frustration for teach- disclose three years’ worth of tax recklessly, or the bill will lead U.S. Postal Service and the pro- assignments that their teacher did ers caused by the development of returns. The revision has changed to more unwanted investigations posal to set a Medicare Interna- not inform them of. technology is the creation of on- the three-year requirement to 10 into members of Trump’s admin- tional Pricing Index- a proposal Standardized testing organi- line homework resources. These years. However, Democrats will istration. which would set prescription zations have also taken interest resources allow students to find face heavy opposition both from Trump is facing a challeng- drug prices to the same as those in updating their tests to take ad- answers to almost any assignment the Republican controlled Sen- ing road ahead of him as he enters of other industrial countries. vantage of modern technology. rather than actually having to do ate and House Republicans such the third year of his presidential One thing is for certain, how- The College Board has stated that the assignment themselves. A as Mark Meadows, the Freedom term. Democratic Representative ever. The 116th Congress is like it is interested in offering a com- study done by Rutgers University Caucus leader, who has sworn to Elijah Cummings has become none other and the diversity and puterized version of the SAT in shows that over 95 percent of stu- protecting the president and his the chair of the House committee polarization will continue the fi- the future, but currently has no dents admitted to copying home- agenda. on oversight and government re- ery opposition between the GOP plans to do so. The ACT, on the work (either from another student A new bill has been intro- form. After sitting through many and Democrats as Trump’s presi- other hand, has already begun or from an online resource) at duced in the House in an attempt investigations led by Republicans dential term enters its third year. administering computerized tests some point in their life. The Southern Border: Five Years of Rhetoric and Little Progress

April 2013: Gang Of Eight bill proposal January 2017: Mexico, Pay for Wall The so-called “gang of eight,” a bipartisan group of four A main promise of Trump’s presidency is to build Democratic and four Republican senators, proposed a a wall along the southern border with the idea that comprehensive immigration reform bill that addressed Mexico would pay for it. “I want to get the wall start- a path-to-citizenship, more border security, and chang- ed,” he said in a speech. “I don’t want to wait a year es to guest worker programs. The bill passed in the and a half until I make my deal with Mexico. They Senate 68-32 in June of 2013, but was not considered will reimburse us for the cost of the wall, whether it’s by the U.S. House of Representatives. Because of this, a tax or whether it’s a payment. Probably less likely the bill did not make it out of the 113th Congress. that it’s a payment.”

June 2015: Trump Calls Mexicans Rapists In the same speech during which he an- nounced his candidacy for president, Trump said, “when Mexico sends its peo- ple, they’re not sending their best. They’re not sending you.” He added that, “they’re sending people that have lots of problems, and they’re bringing those problems with us. They’re bringing drugs. They’re bring- ing crime. They’re rapists. And some, I as- sume, are good people.” The Warrior • National News 5 January 18, 2019 Meaning of Socialism Shifts for Young American People by Julia Robins ‘20 looking very red these days, and socialism is being painted blu- As Mahatma Gandhi once er. The appeal of “socialism” is said, “there is enough for every- moving away from an econom- one’s need, but not enough for ev- ic system as it traditionally was time.com eryone’s greed.” For all who ben- defined to a political affiliation, efit, capitalism also has resulted or progressivism; socialist ideas On December 10, leaders of various countries around the world gathered to discuss climate change policy. in economic disparities in which that promote equality from a so- a privileged few are extremely cial standpoint. Most “socialist” wealthy and many more suffer ideas are also liberal Democratic President Trump’s New Environmental Policies in poverty. According to a report visions, and those who strongly from the Federal Reserve, 36.8 identify with capitalism, (Repub- Seem at Odds with Recent Scientific Evidence percent of wealth in this country licans), are more likely to oppose by Brenna Henderson ‘21 sessment concludes not only that strongly believe that no country is staying with the richest 1 per- millennials on social issues. the world’s temperature is rising should have to sacrifice their eco- cent of the population. Currently Obamacare, free college tu- The Trump administra- but also that the preponderance nomic prosperity or energy secu- with close to 40 million U.S. cit- ition, and LGBTQ+ rights are a tion is continuing to dismiss or of evidence shows human actions rity in pursuit of environmental izens living in poverty and 1 in 6 few social justice issues that en- deny scientific findings that- hu play a role in it. sustainability” but was interrupt- people facing food insecurity, an sure a leveling of the social hier- man-caused climate change is Even so, on the Monday af- ed by the audience booing and economy that promotes greater archy and a closing of the oppor- resulting in serious consequences ter Thanksgiving, Trump told chanting “keep it in the ground!” equality is appealing; for many, tunity gap. Progression of these for the planet. The National Oce- reporters, “I don’t believe it,” Not only is the Trump adminis- that new system is socialism. ideas would result in an entirely anic and Atmospheric Adminis- completely ignoring everything tration dismissing the issue of According to a poll in late new political structure for the tration (NOAA) from President agencies in his own government climate change but attempting to August from Gallup, 51 percent country, and that is how millen- Trump’s own U.S. government is told him. The Trump administra- discredit it, claiming that coun- of millennials (ages 18-29) favor nials are starting to think, vote, giving him this fact-based infor- tion does not plan on implement- tries should continue to pollute socialism, compared to just 45 and legally support--independent mation, but Trump still chooses ing or even coming up with a plan the environment by burning fossil percent for capitalism. For pre- from their elders and the capitalist to ignore what these scientists are to solve the environmental crisis, fuels. vious generations, socialism was belief that money is everything. saying. and many even speculate that the The Trump administration associated with concepts such as According to The Institute On November 22, NOAA Trump administration intention- is looking to justify its position communism in places like Rus- for College Access and Success released the Fourth National Cli- ally released the report on Black on climate change by pointing sia and China. Now, one might (TICAS), nationwide the average mate Assessment, which stated Friday, the day after Thanksgiv- to recent events concerning Em- think of countries like Sweden U.S. college student in the U.S. that the environment is a serious ing, because Americans were manuel Macron, the president and Norway, where people report graduates with 28,650 dollars problem and threat to humans and busy shopping and would not of France. On December 4, the being happy while having sub- in student loans, and according other animals. Katharine Hayhoe, have time to follow news about French government backed off sidized health care and college to ThinkAdvisor, 83 percent of who was the main writer, and more the NOAA report. of its plan of raising fuel taxes tuition. Through education in Americans say they cannot afford than 300 other contributors con- Scientists and environmental to help the environment because history classes and simply watch- college. It’s no wonder millenni- cluded in their report that rising experts from around the world of violent riots and protests from ing the news, teens no longer are als are turning to a system where temperatures, drought, wildfires agree that fossil fuels are one the public. Trump continued his living in the shadow of fear from college could be tuition-free, on rangelands and heavy down- of the main sources that are in- support of burning fossils fuels communism and socialism; they where poverty could be lessened, pours will increasingly damage creasing the temperature of Earth by commenting on Twitter, “I see potential and hope for a high- where they would not have to the quality and quantity of U.S. and yet on December 10, at the am glad that my friend Emman- er, equal standard of living where worry about health insurance or crop yields, livestock health, and United Nations Climate Change uel Macron and the protesters in the government would distribute putting food on the table. As mil- livelihoods in rural areas. Climate Conference, the U.S. Principal Paris have agreed with the con- the nation’s wealth equally to its lennials will be taking matters change also threatens the health Deputy Assistant Secretary for clusion I reached two years ago,” citizens. into their own hands in the com- and well-being of the public by International Affairs, Wells Grif- referring to himself pulling out of The country is seeing a shift ing future elections, this country causing extreme weather, chang- fith, told an audience, “the United the Paris Accords in which nearly in the Democratic party to be- may start to see a shift to social- es to air quality, the spread of States has an abundance of natu- every country in the world vowed coming “Democratic Socialists,” ism and a push for equality for all new diseases through insects and ral resources and is not going to to limit the amount of greenhouse which is how Bernie Sanders citizens, regardless of sexuality, pests, and changes to the avail- keep them in the ground.” Griffith gases emitted into the atmo- identifies himself. Capitalism is gender, race, religion, or color. ability of food and water. The as- attempted to continue to say, “we sphere. The Southern Border: Five Years of Rhetoric and Little Progress

June 2018: Family Separations On June 20, Trump signs an executive order to keep families together at the southern U.S.-Mexico border after a na- tional outcry from reports of more than 2,000 children being separated from their families. Homeland Security was direct- ed to keep families together after they are detained crossing the border.

January 2017: DACA December 2018: Government Trump issued an executive order removing Shutdown protections for Deferred Action for Child- The partial government shutdown, beginning hood Arrivals (DACA), a federal program on December 21, over funding for a border made during the years of the Obama admin- wall reached the longest on record as Demo- istration for undocumented immigrants who crats insisted a wall is an ineffective use of re- came to the United States as children or ado- sources, instead opting for a technology route lescents. On September 4 of the same year, the using drones and tunnel detection. Trump Justice Department formally ended DACA, has kept with his plan of Mexico paying for meaning that the Trump Administration will the wall but now “indirectly by the great new not allow new applications for legal status. trade deal we have made.”

Compiled by Dinah Aguilar ‘19 and Mallory Carlson ‘19 6 The Warrior • Features January 18, 2019 Minus’ ‘Holiday Renditions’ Decks the Halls by Sabina Jafri ‘20 make music on their own terms. cause they are the favorites of Together, they combine musical Minus’ children. The album was The holiday season has elements they were exposed to in built out of the love and tradi- brought a wave of discussion their youth. Listeners of “Holiday tion circulating the Minus fami- about a musical album created Renditions” will hear elements ly during the holidays. One dis- by one of Sherwood’s very own of gospel, jazz, funk, symphonic, tinct family tradition that Minus warriors. Indeed, on November and several other smaller genres. proudly shares is that of “shutting 20, 2018, Principal Eric Minus This is what the brothers feel everything down.” and his brother, Daryl, released makes their sound unique. “We stop everything for the “Holiday Renditions,” an album “I hope this project relays a holidays, including my children’s composed of wintertime classics. message of good cheer and pos- numerous activities, and anything “Holiday Renditions” con- itive vibes regardless of religious else that take us away from the sists of six Christmas songs, all or social beliefs about the holiday family,” he explained. “We really largely instrumental, compiled season,” said Minus. “Sometimes spend the holiday staying close to with a jazzy twist. The duo writes, we should just enjoy listening to each other and reconnecting after arranges, produces and engineers music regardless of genre. If it what always seems to be a hectic all of the songs themselves, and sounds good and feels good, then year with everyone going in dif- throughout the album, Minus is it is good.” ferent directions.” featured on the piano, horns, elec- Minus also makes it clear that Minus2 is already moving tric bass, electric guitar, and even he does not feel he could be an ad- forward with new projects, in- chimes in with a few vocals. equate educator without the bal- cluding a tribute to Holland-Doz- The Minus brothers’ natural ance of being a musician as well. ier-Holland, the production team curiosity led them to form their “I would like student listeners at that were responsible for the Mo- group, Minus2. Minus shares that Sherwood to know that music is town sound of the 1960s. They when they were younger, the boys an expression and a language, and are thrilled to be commissioned Kelly Seganish ‘19 got along on most days due to a that it is through our ability to ex- by an arts organization in North shared passion for music. Minus2 press ourselves through this form Carolina for this tribute. Listeners Mkrtumyan (‘20) is currently hard at work in difficult academic classes. was born out of a conversation of creativity that brings balance to should look out for the project, over 15 years ago, when they who were are as individuals.” as well as an unnamed 4th album decided to stop lending their tal- Several of the classic songs that the team will be recording Armenian Exchange Student were selected for the album be- sometime this year. ents on other artists’ projects and Maximizes His Experiences by Adam Levine ‘20 first country to embrace Christi- and Anjali Verma ‘20 anity and our churches are a lot more different ... that was one of Originally from Syunik, Ar- the culture shocks,” commented menia, junior Armen Mkrtumyan, Mkrtumyan. “I found that Ameri- a happy-go-lucky regional chess cans are a little bit more organized champion, is a new exchange stu- ... and that’s very interesting ... I dent here at Sherwood. Staying like that way of living.” He not- for the full school year, he is par- ed that Americans commonly ticipating in the Future Leaders used the phrases “thank you” and Exchange (FLEX) program. “please” more than he was used The FLEX program is funded to, which came as a shock. by the U.S. Department of State. Mkrtumyan is staying with It supports students from Europe an experienced host family, who and Eurasia with merit-based has hosted a young Ukrainian scholarships as they spend one woman in the past. Furthermore, academic year immersed in the his host parents lived in Germa- United States experience. Stu- ny, so they are well-versed in dents across 21 countries come to the world of exchange. Through America to gain leadership skills his host family, Armen has been and learn about American culture able to partake in many new ex- while also forming new relation- periences including going swing ships with citizens of the United dancing and playing guitar in a States and other countries. bluegrass jam. Mkrtumyan first learned about “He is just so incredibly open the program from his peers to new experiences. He’s … come who had returned from a year with the right attitude,” said Su- abroad in 2015. After hearing his san Milner, Mkrtumyan’s host friends rave about the program, mother. “I don’t think he’s ever Mkrtumyan decided to apply, turned us down when we’ve said becoming one of the 25,000 ap- do you want to go do this, do you plicants applying from Armenia want to go do that.” alone. Discovering what makes him While he is here, Mkrtumyan happy and becoming more inde- is tasked with three projects. The pendent everyday, Mkrtumyan first is to discuss leadership with a maintains a positive outlook leader in the community. “I chose on his experience here. Just our principal, Dr. Minus,” said like any other high school stu- Mkrtumyan. “I had [a] meeting dent, Mkrtumyan encounters the Merle Norman with him, which I learned a lot toughness of APs and the struggle Cosmetics and Gifts from.” The second project re- to stay afloat in this competitive 3120 Olney Sandy quires students to find someone world. His humble and gracious Spring Rd. who is not from the United States outlook on the United States Olney, MD 20832 and discuss their cultural differ- and his experiences here have 301-774-1122 ences. Lastly, the third project is a brought him a lot of happiness. Monday - Thursday: community service-oriented one. Mkrtumyan looks forward to his 10-8 “I might do something with like future which may involve college Friday - Saturday: Boy Scouts to do clean-up some- in the States but more important- 10-7 where.” In addition to projects, ly a focus in engineering and pro- Sunday: 11-5 FLEX students visit different gramming. places monthly. “This is [a] great experi- Mkrtumyan pointed out that ence,” said Mkrtumyan. “I am Armenian and American culture [challenging] myself … [and] differed in three main aspects: learning new stuff everyday, and religion, organization, and com- I am just having a lot of fun here. munication. “Armenia was the This is great.” The Warrior • Features 7 January 18, 2019 Find Your New Clique in a Sherwood Club by Will Unger ‘19 number of them until I began researching for this Help Find Answers and Join Stand Up 2 Cancer! Before you read on, article. Beyond honor-soci- helped out locally at MedStar I challenge you to take eties and more established Montgomery Hospital. Over the a minute and count how clubs like Chemistry club holidays, the club delivered hol- many clubs you know at or Film club, there are all iday cards and candy to patients Sherwood. sorts of smaller groups that in the hospital’s infusion center. Got a number? represent a broad range Through their contact with the hospital, they have also done yard Well I’ll bet it wasn’t 60, of interests. There are so work for patients. In addition, which is the official count many clubs for everything members of the club volunteered from the list of clubs on the from Corn Hole, to Fishing, at the Olney Theater in October, Sherwood website (A list to Latin Dance. acting as facilitators and ushers anyone can access, if you’re In this and upcoming for a panel discussion on breast cancer hosted by MedStar Mont- interested). articles online, I’ll be high- Courtesy of SUTC I’m a senior who’s been lighting some lesser-known gomery’s Women’s Board. Members of Stand Up 2 Cancer host a fundraiser in the media center. “We’ve loved helping with part of a fairly diverse clubs at Sherwood to bring people in our community,” said number of groups, and I them to the attention of the Most people know about the Gross, a senior, started the club as Gross. “It’s been such a fulfilling had not heard of a good larger student body. various charity clubs that exist a sophomore in February of 2017 part of what started as a fundrais- at Sherwood, or at least that they after her father passed away from ing-only club.” exist. You can probably name a cancer. “I really wanted to find a If you’re interested in join- Learn a Couple New Moves few, but I don’t think the general way to help contribute to finding ing the club, text @shssu2c to the population really understands the the end of cancer,” she recalled. number 81010 to join the club’s With the Latin Dance Club! difference between them. Since then, Stand Up 2 Can- Remind group. You’ll receive “I think we stand apart from cer, a part of the national fund- meeting alerts, and can join sim- If you’re like me, a white Ol- said Chacon. “...But occasionally other clubs at Sherwood,” said raising and cancer research orga- ply by attending a meeting. Cur- neyite with no outwardly discern- people will drop by to observe.” Club President Julianna Gross, nization by the same name, has rently, the club meets every other ible ethnic background, you prob- Currently, the club has plans “because everyone in our club is raised over $3,000. Monday in J271. Gross said that ably don’t know too much about to be teaching different dances committed to it for their own spe- That’s not all they’ve done the club hopes to participate in a Latin Dance. It’s also likely that to the Spanish classes on Friday, cial reason. It’s a great group of though; in addition to raising walk for cancer come spring, so you didn’t know that Sherwood January 18. “Latin dance has a really caring people!” money for research, the club has join soon! has a Latin Dance Club. lot of separate categories,” said Well it does! Latin Dance Chacon. “The few ones we focus Club, led by co-captains junior on are merengue, bachata, salsa, Not Just Barbecues! Join The Cornhole Club Now! Anna Chacon and senior Na- and cumbia. My personal favorite If you’re here, you’re prob- every Friday at lunch on the ten- ments” with 32 teams of two. So talia Arrazola, is a new club at is merengue because it moves so ably wondering what Cornhole nis courts. that’s 64 people per Cornament, Sherwood this year that aims to quickly and I think it’s the most Club is. You may, before you can There’s more to Cornhole “with many being replaced over “[expose students] to different fun.” In the coming months, the even begin to wonder what a club than that though, and there’s each Cornament,” according to Latin cultures through dance,” group will also be participating in for it might look like, be confused much more to the club. It’s a Rubin. according to the club’s mission Sherwood’s International Show about what Cornhole itself is. If good way to get outside and mov- If you have an interest in statement. “We started it because and Rockville’s International you’re not, what are you doing ing and the nature of the game competing in a Cornament for other schools have Latin dance Night. here? Cause that’s what this arti- (typically played in teams of two) a shot at a masterfully crafted teams, and we wanted to have Anyone can join the club, cle is about. fosters friendship through com- handmade trophy, the honor of one at Sherwood, so we took it but Chacon warns that it can be Cornhole (one word, not two), petition. “Things get absolutely winning, and the undying respect into our own hands,” explained difficult to bring people in while is according to Merriam-Webster, hectic often. People get very into from Rubin, which he claims Chacon. training for a performance. Just “a lawn game in which players their matches,” said Rubin. “I’ve “is the real prize,” their March The club is performance-ori- go talk to Spanish teacher Tanya toss beanbags toward a slanted had my blowups every now and Madness tournament is coming ented, so meetings, which take Aguilar to join. The club meets platform with the aim of passing again.” up next month. To join the tour- place after school on Tuesdays, after school on Tuesdays, in the the beanbag through a hole in the Though they can only fit in nament, just contact Rubin or begin with stretches and then the Little Theatre. They’re also try- center of the platform.” Cornhole about four games during each Ryan with you and your partner’s members go right into practicing ing to meet after school on Thurs- Club, run by seniors Benny Ru- meeting, the team has a whop- name. And if you’re interested in their dance routines. Because of days and do occasionally meet at bin and Chris Ryan, hosts games ping 100 members. Throughout joining the club, it’s as simple as this, “it’s a lot more structured,” lunch. of Cornhole, weather permitting, the year, the club hosts “Corna- showing up. Kind and Respectful, Ally or Feeling Adventurous? Join Adventure Club! As I was looking over the list of clubs to write this article on, Gay, Join Stand Proud Today! one that really stuck out to me Despite the fact that it’s club.” was the Adventure Club. “What 2019, and you’d think such out- “We always enforce respect is Adventure Club?” you might dated and malignant ideas would within the club, and assure mem- be thinking. be well behind us, homophobia bers that whatever they say will According to their mission is still an issue in the world, and not leave the room,” said Isa- statement, the Adventure Club’s sadly, here at Sherwood. Fear not belle Klimanov, Stand Proud’s purpose is to “Bring people to- though, Stand Proud is fighting to vice president. This is important, gether to share our love for trying make our school a safer and more because the open and accepting new things in the outdoors and accepting place for our fellow atmosphere at meetings isn’t con- having fun.” LGBTQ+ students. sistent throughout Sherwood. They organize and go on var- The club, which has between One of the ways the club ious outdoor trips, such as hikes 20 and 30 members, meets every combats this is participation in and visits to local recreational week with the goal of creating the National Day of Silence. areas. Just a few weeks ago, they a safe space for students to talk On April 27, participants take a went on a hike at Lake Needwood, about complex issues and to be vow of silence, which symbol- as well as Brookside Gardens. On themselves without fear of judg- ically represents the silencing January 26, they are going snow ment. Meetings vary between of LGBTQ+ students, to spread tubing at the Whitetail Resort in group discussions on various awareness about the bullying and Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. topics, to therapy days where harassment they face. The club “Adventure means doing members can talk about issues also would like to participate in something fun you wouldn’t do Courtesy of Emily Sianksy ‘22 amongst themselves, to free days Principal Eric Minus’ proposed on an everyday basis. [It] can be where they just chill out with “Unity Week.” anything you make it, something Ally Newby ‘20 (right) and Tori Newby ‘22 (left) at Lake Needwood. friends.“We have created a safe Anybody can join the club, fun with friends” said officer, -ju space by keeping the identity of “as long as they’re open minded nior Ally Newby. “We try to go 25 members. They meet twice a a meeting at lunch on the first our members secret,” said Presi- and respectful,” said Klimanov. on adventures once a month, usu- month at lunch on Thursdays in Thursday of the month, or join dent Diana Wasson, “and we fight Stand Proud meets every Tuesday ally on Saturdays.” room E263. If you are interest- their Remind group by texting @ to keep that safety strong in the in K279 at lunch. Currently the club has about ed in joining, you can swing by shsadv2018 to 81010. 8 The Warrior • Features January 18, 2019 Chamber Choir Prepares for FLS Offer Greeting Cards for Sale Upcoming International Tour by Julia Robins ‘20 by Anika Mittu ‘19 they would in their classrooms as The Functional Life Skills they explore towns scattered with Program (FLS), part of Special This April, Sherwood’s Cham- Baroque castles, visit Beetho- Education, is where students work ber Choir will spend a week per- ven’s final resting place and, most to earn a certificate of completion forming in the European cities of importantly, sing in venues such of high school. A few years ago Prague, Ceske Budejovice, and as Prague’s Holy Savior Church. the program received a grant to Vienna despite the MCPS policy The group’s repertoire cov- start a school-based business that international trips scheduled ers a range of music, including through Montgomery County’s during instructional periods will anything from African freedom Department of Transition to help not be school-sponsored. songs, classic English madri- students gain vocational skills to As a result, students will no gals, and songs written entirely utilize after they graduate. longer receive excused absences in Italian or Latin. With a group In addition to their cof- and teachers must take person- size of just around 50 singers, fee business, the program now al leave rather than professional the choir has the capability to fill makes and sells greeting cards leave. The enforcement of this a large arena with the sounds of with beautiful embroiderments policy led to the recent cancel- international music. “I’m look- and designs. They produce birth- lation of the annual French Ex- ing forward to hearing what we day, graduation, retirement, best change and left many singers in sound like in a big space,” said wishes, holidays, thank you, and the choir wondering whether their senior Claire Moran, referencing congratulations cards. They also trip would face the same fate. the churches and theaters that the take special orders in bulk quan- “It was a little disappointing choir will have the opportunity to tities. Carla Kaufman, one of Kelly Seganish ‘19 because I had been looking for- use for performances. their teachers, uses the money A student in the FLS program makes greeting cards during 3rd period. ward to it for a long time,” said Others, including Maddox, they earn for community-based senior Jordan Bobo, referencing added that upcoming trip will al- instruction and field trips, allow- duce about 10 cards a day. After teachers, and they are also sold the once-serious potential for the low students to truly view anoth- ing the special education students looking online for card ideas, the at the Institution Boutique in trip to be canceled. Choir mem- er culture while also performing learn outside of the classroom. teachers create templates and pat- Olney. They are currently in the bers had anticipated the trip since and representing Sherwood in a “I am very proud of the stu- terns for students to follow. They process of working on marketing talks of the Eastern European foreign atmosphere. “The most dents who put these cards togeth- also use rubber stamps and vibrant to the general public. While it is adventure had begun in the 2016- exciting thing about the trip is the er,” said Kaufman. “From my color in the designs. The students not currently marketed out to the 2017 school year. cultural experience of getting to perspective, I find it very exciting learn vocational skills like count- students, anyone can go to Mrs. However, soon after the explore foreign cities, taste new when I uncover a hidden talent ing money, tracking sales, and Kafuman’s room in D221 and MCPS decision, singers heard foods, and perform our music that a student may have. I found depositing money into the busi- purchase a card for 1 dollar. the relieving news that their trip for enthusiastic European audi- that one student with autism has ness office’s account. They even FLS students earn a certifi- would proceed as planned under ences,” said Maddox. “The trip an amazing ability to look at a learn to operate equipment, like a cate for completing high school. the condition that their travels is also a memorable bonding ex- picture or object and quickly draw Cricut Die Cutting Machine that These students learn vital skills would not be school-sponsored. perience for everyone traveling it freehand. It takes a little extra cuts out intricate designs. The that they can use after their com- Despite the trip being technically together.” effort on the part of the teachers, students fold the cards and round pletion of high school. The skills unrelated to school, choir direc- In the months leading up to but in the long run it is worth it.” the corners, as well. They also de- acquired through making these tor Michael Maddox still expects April, the choir will continue to They make the cards them- velop communication skills when cards will largely help them later students to follow all Sherwood polish and learn new music, pre- selves during 3rd, 4th, and 6th they sell the cards. in life when they have a job and behavior policies during the trip. paring to represent Sherwood in periods. Making them is a very The cards are also displayed are earning a living for them- Students are asked to behave like front of a new audience. hands-on task, and they can pro- in the faculty lounges for all the selves. Let’s Talk Awhile: Spanish Teachers Tackle Fluency by Sabina Jafri ‘20 Some students have waited a long time for such an activity to After MCPS declared that be introduced. “We Spanish en- students couldn’t be graded on thusiasts wished we had opportu- verbal performance in language nities to converse in a supportive classes, Spanish teachers at Sher- environment, such as intercambi- wood sought new ways to incor- os, oral activities, and foreign ex- porate verbal practice. Deemed change programs,” said a Spanish “too subjective,” the old practice 4 student who asked to remain of scoring students on pronuncia- anonymous. tion and oral participation was cut However, teachers note that from classrooms in 2013, leaving one weekly activity is not like- them virtually silent. ly to improve students’ fluency The current curriculum is de- significantly. “Proficiency in a signed to garner linguistic profi- language that is not spoken in ciency and an amount of cultural the home is very hard to achieve awareness. Sherwood’s teachers and takes motivation, dedication design various creative activi- and exposure from, to and for ties to combat the deficit. “Stu- the learner,” explained Spanish dents’ biggest hindrance in terms teacher Moira Kenyon. Limited of achieving fluency is that they by 45-minute class periods, it is are afraid to speak,” said Spanish difficult for high schoolers to -de teacher Michele Bloom, who is velop passion for a language. injecting the verbal component Spanish teachers at Sher- back into her lessons by calling wood are doing their best to fulfill on every student to give answers what MCPS, despite its grading aloud during class. “Plus,” she restrictions, deems a necessary added enthusiastically, “we have facet of language classes: to pre- started an activity called ‘Char- pare students to be linguistically lemos un Rato’ to get students and culturally competent in lan- speaking more.” guages other than English. ‘Charlemos un Rato,’ which Como estudiantes, es nuestro directly translates to ‘Let’s Talk trabajo honrar esta meta. In other a While,’ is an activity that other words, language courses should Sherwood language teachers use teach students how, when and as well. It’s done every Friday in why to say what to whom. It is the Spanish 4 classes, where students responsibility of those dedicated, have multiple conversations with genuine, ready-minded students their classmates. to honor this goal. The Warrior • Features 9 January 18, 2019 Senior Graduates Early in an Effort To Embark on a Mission Trip Overseas by Zach Weisenthal ‘19

While the typical high school senior looks forward to spending their second semester of their senior year tapping the breaks and relaxing, Emma Bartoo has not slowed down. Bartoo will be graduating this month to travel to Guatemala, where she will spend the entirety of the semester and beyond volunteering in a girls’ orphanage. Bartoo has traveled to Gua- temala twice before with Camp Sonshine International and fell in love with the country and the work she completed. Bartoo spent her time volunteering at the Prince of Peace Home for Girls, working with both girls and boys with varying levels of English to make them feel safe and loved. “Our goal was to love on the How to Make Yourself Happier girls in the home because they weren’t used to love like you by Katherine Sperduto ‘19 Happier people tend to have and me,” explained Bartoo. We better immunity, live longer, pro- wanted to share the story of Jesus With daily headlines about duce less stress hormones, eat Christ and tell them they always natural disasters, wars and vio- healthy, exercise regularly, and have someone, and that there is a lence, and political discord and heal faster after injuries. Research plan for their lives even when they dysfunction, a reminder of the published in the journal Psycho- think there’s no hope. It wasn’t idea of pure “happiness” is one somatic Medicine found people about building a well or painting repeatedly forgotten in today’s who have more positive emotions a church. Many of the girls have Courtesy of Emma Bartoo day and age. are less likely to develop the com- been sexually or physically as- Although we can’t alter our mon cold. Emma Bartoo (right), at the Prince of Peace Home for Girls in Guatemala. saulted. One girl was dropped off DNA, we can train ourselves to According to the Huffington [at the home] the night before her beginning her senior year. To sat- keeps a daily journal in Spanish. be happier. According to Happi- Post, giving back is one of the 11th birthday.” isfy her last requirement, Bartoo Due to her father’s work in fyDaily, one’s happiness is a com- fastest ways to achieve happiness, Bartoo’s religion and beliefs has been taking a second English philanthropy, Bartoo has lived bination of how satisfied one is whether that is donating to chari- inspired her to go abroad on her class online, while also finding in Florida, Ohio, Missouri, and with their life, and how good one ty, volunteering at a local shelter, first mission trip. As stated in time to complete her college ap- Maryland, exposing her to many feels on a day to day basis. Happi- or giving time at a soup kitchen Matthews 28:19-20, Bartoo be- plications, school electives, and cultures and walks of life. She ness is viewed a skill in the world over the holidays. Referenced in lieves that it is her responsibil- maintain a social life. Bartoo also attributes her interest in different of science; something you have to an article from “Bustle” about the ity to share the wisdom of Jesus holds a part-time job at Olney’s cultures and love of people to her learn, master, and practice. science behind happiness, a study Christ with those around the Club Pilates studio to save money constant moving throughout her Research has found that 40 out of the British Medical Journal world. for her trip. childhood. percent of our happiness is a re- proved that we can feel happy Being granted permission to “My Spanish skills have “So much of what I want sult of our thoughts, actions and just by being around other people graduate early is not a common definitely come in handy when to do in my life is international behaviors. Ten percent is influ- who are happy, hence happiness occurrence at Sherwood. Luck- overseas,” said Bartoo. She stud- travels and learning about new enced by our circumstances. The is contagious. ily for Bartoo, she completed all ied through Spanish 5 and is con- cultures. Olney cannot offer me other 50 percent is determined There are immediate things of her required courses besides tinuing to learn independently. anything that I have not already by biology. The question is, how that can increase one’s happiness. her fourth English credit prior to To keep her skills strong, Bartoo been exposed to,” said Bartoo. does one alter the controllable 50 Researchers at the University percent to become happier? of Florida found that a flower’s Being happy doesn’t mean smell can boost one’s positive feeling “fine” all the time,- hav emotions. A study published in ing money, or achieving one the Journal of Positive Psycholo- main goal in life, and it doesn’t gy showed that listening to upbeat mean refusing to face the nega- music will induce positive emo- tive stuff happening in the world. tions. Having deep conversations Researchers at the University boosts one’s mood, according to of California at Berkeley define studies conducted at the Univer- happiness as having satisfaction sity of Arizona. It is reported that and meaning in one’s life, the by nurturing new relationships, natural inclination to feel positive having new experiences, helping emotions, being resilient when others, and having gratitude are negative emotions emerge, and ways to increase one’s happiness obtaining a sense of purpose. in the long run. But the main key Psychology Today states that to happiness is feeling connected labeling someone as a “happy to a deeper purpose or mission in person” is misleading in that no life. Many have found meaning one is immune to negative emo- in their lives through obtaining a tions. However, those who tend to job that they are passionate about, be happier experience more posi- spirituality/religion, pursuing tive than negative emotions. goals that align with their core Each person has a genetic values, and by raising children. set point for happiness, just like Scientists warn about three weight, but reports from Happi- main killers of happiness: com- fyDaily claim that stating every paring oneself to others, lacking a person can control 40 percent of close friendship, and holding onto their happiness is an oversim- resentments. In order to feel hap- plification; however, people can py, it is important to eat healthy, control the way they spend their cultivate friendships with happy time and the thoughts they allow people, nourish a passion, have to linger can really impact mood gratitude, give back, and stop and and long-term happiness. smell the roses. 10 The Warrior • Humor January 18, 2019

A NOTE TO OUR READERS: It has come to our attention that some articles published in this section have caused confusion. We would like to point out that this is the Humor section, and contains “fake news” intended to evoke laughter. We apologize if our articles have offended or concerned you; our intent is to amuse, not confuse. Come in from the Cold, Comrade Santa by Russell Irons ‘19 Santa demands cookies from ev- ery house he invades. Santa’s toys The joyous holiday season don’t grow on trees, he operates a recently ended, and citizens, hap- gulag, or forced labor camp, and py with their gifts, now have a makes elves do his bidding. false sense of security. Alas, all is He sees you when you’re not well. Santa Claus is an agent sleeping, he knows when you’re of the Kremlin and a threat to the awake. He knows if you’ve been American people. Every winter bad or good, so be good for good- he wages a new Cold War and ness sake. Are these words from works to spread the evil of com- George Orwell’s “1984?” Good munism throughout the lands of guess, but no. Much like Big freedom and democracy. The gin Brother, Santa sees and hears all blossom from excessive amounts through surveillance, and keeps a of vodka and merry demeanor list of those who conform as well hide Santa’s true nature. as a list of dissidents. Those who Santa Claus proudly sports conform are rewarded with gifts, the brilliant red of the communist while those who aren’t subservi- party and dresses in heavy fur ent are punished with coal. From jackets to brave the harsh Russian a young age, children are condi- winters. Santa’s reindeer are also tioned to be loyal to their supreme Russian nationals as they can be and all-knowing overlord, Santa. found in abundance in the taiga of “All year long, I have to keep Siberia. Santa even sports facial on my toes,” said an anonymous 5 hair that would make the likes of year old. “Any act of civil disobe- Joseph Stalin and Karl Marx jeal- dience is met with harsh rhetoric ous. and threats of a giftless Christ- Appearances aside, Santa’s mas. It’s like Santa’s peering over ideologies also fall in line with my shoulder, watching my every Illustrated by Sarah Nove ‘20 those of the communist party. No move.” The communist agent Santa Claus, sporting his soulless gaze and a sly grin, plots to spread communist ideas. entrepreneurial capitalist would One might wonder how Santa go around giving free gifts to peo- delivers gifts everywhere without one source: the Federal Security its spying and espionage tactics. mere Christmas tradition. Every ple of every economic and social setting off house alarms or getting Agency (FSA). The FSA (for- In return for such skills, Santa year American sovereignty is in- class. Much like Stalin’s govern- spotted. That level of training and merly the KGB) is the Russian feeds them intel from his stealth fringed by the communists and ment took grain from farmers, prowess could only come from security agency, unmatched in flyovers of U.S. soil. He is no their agent Santa Claus. Single Students May Have Student Plans To Put Off New Year’s Resolution until 2020 by Noah Corman ‘19 homemade casts for months, and A Reason To Live After All even faked blindness just to get by Drew Scott ‘20 As the clock struck midnight out of doing work. But this could on December 31, junior Quentin be a new low. Questioning the va- After nearly three months of Roberts vowed to bring an end to lidity of time itself? Really?” holidays, the time has come for his procrastinating ways. Sadly, Then, Roberts resorted to that dead zone of the year when, he never got around to it. more fraudulent efforts to finish quite frankly, life sucks. It seems Roberts claimed his desire to his homework. He looked for to be a postpartum depression of reinvent himself started well be- answer keys on the Internet but sorts, as everyone is dealing with fore New Year’s. As he routinely did not feel up to checking past the severance of the symbolic turned in hastily copied or incom- the first page of Google’s results. umbilical cord of joy that is the plete assignments, he had a suspi- Instead of reading his book for holiday season. However, a re- cion that there might be room for English class, he was going to use cent social movement has begun improvement. “It was pretty obvi- SparkNotes to catch up, but the to gain traction with the young ous my work habits were becom- summaries were too long. Gen Z and Millennial crowd. It’s ing problematic,” said Roberts. One day, however, the stars called “Pre-Valentine’s Day,” a “It’s like I have a sixth sense for aligned, and Roberts was able to holiday aimed exclusively at sin- avoiding responsibility.” sit down and complete his two as- gles. It is set to occur January 20. After his first quarter report signed math problems. “It felt so Some students at Sherwood card yielded a 2.57 GPA, he knew weird to wake up in the morning are understandably skeptical. his parents would ground him if with even just some of my home- “Are you kidding me?” said he did not pull himself togeth- work finished,” said Roberts. Hallmark now sells Post-its for romantically disadvantaged customers. freshman Ronnie James. “I’ve er soon. “It’s a good thing New “I felt so empowered, like I had already fallen for one capitalist own reflections for practice. Smart Cars has skyrocketed due Year’s was right around the cor- transcended my mortal form and ploy, I’m sure as hell not falling The movement was spear- to the fact that only single people ner,” said John Roberts, Quentin’s become one with the universe.” for another one! Especially if it’s headed by a group of singles can drive them. father. “Otherwise, who knows Only a couple days later, got hearts all over it!” online, who were not entirely However, skepticism still when he would’ve had another however, Roberts relapsed. De- However, some Sherwood satisfied with the already -exist abounds at Sherwood, espe- opportunity to change himself.” spite what appears to be a failure, singles were elated. “This is ing Singles Awareness Day. They cially from couples. “This is so Roberts was intent on form- not all is lost. He asserts that this great,” said junior Diane Smith. have decided to make their own stupid,” said junior Kat McDon- ing study groups and going to served as an excellent learning “Now I can do absolutely noth- holiday, and the idea of a brand ald. “Aren’t singles supposed to the library for a more produc- experience. Although he returned ing, just like on every other hol- new holiday spread like wildfire. be like, sad?” Another student, tive work environment. Howev- to regularly neglecting school iday!” While some will be doing Not only are regular people excit- sophomore Jake Parker, raised a er, hours of homework-stalling work, he realized that self-im- nothing, others will be participat- ed for Singletime’s Day, but mar- question. “Wouldn’t a holiday for meditation led him to believe that provement is overrated. ing in the slew of new activities keters are absolutely drooling at exclusively single people work time is just a social construct, so “It was like I stepped onto a for the holiday. Some of these the concept of a new way to gen- exactly like Valentine’s Day, but deadlines are relative. His teach- different planet for a little while include candygrams, which stu- erate business. Pepsi has begun with extra steps?” Many couples ers did not buy it. there, but it’s good to be back dents send to themselves; the releasing boxes with just one can at Sherwood share the same ar- “Believe me, I’ve seen it all,” where I belong,” said Roberts, Piner’s Dance, where participants or bottle inside. Burger King’s gument, and the Debate Team said Tim Hart, Roberts’ Honors pretending not to notice his back- can complain about how single chicken nuggets are following the will stage a debate about whether Geometry teacher. “Kids have pack. “Besides, 2019 is already they are; and the Mirror Flirt-Off, same trend, with the boxes read- Pre-Valentine’s Day is worth the lied about having three dentist off to a bad start. 2020 will be my where participants can woo their ing, “Treat Yourself.” The sale of trouble for Sherwood. appointments in a week, worn year for sure though.” The Warrior • Humor 11 January 18, 2019

A NOTE TO OUR READERS: It has come to our attention that some articles published in this section have caused confusion. We would like to point out that this is the Humor section, and contains “fake news” intended to evoke laughter. We apologize if our articles have offended or concerned you; our intent is to amuse, not confuse. Joshua Kinnetz Has Found The Source of Immortality by Jonah Sachs ‘20

Some Sherwood students were stunned to find that one of their favorite social studies teach- ers, Joshua Kinnetz, was older than they had previously specu- lated. When Kinnetz offhandedly said his age in class, students al- most immediately had their suspi- cions as to how he achieved his youthful looks. Some students, including myself and junior Lau- ren Loebach, interviewed Kin- netz in a later investigation on the Scientists Conclude That subject. Kinnetz, hesitant at first, shed his own light on the matter, Water Is Just Boneless Ice later revealing that he is, in fact, an immortal human being. Kinnetz, supposedly born in 1979, initially claimed that he is 39 years old, yet it was later stated Smart Fridges Can Now that he possesses the everlasting life that has been sought for cen- Lock To Stop Overeating turies. Researchers far and wide have searched for the unknown secret of eternal life, including extensive prayer and dedication to Gods, bathing in a “fountain Snowmen Petition Their of youth,” doing good deeds Katherine Sperduto ‘19 throughout life to benefit others, Kinnetz, chilling with his youthful posse, pretends to catch some waves. or one of the many other means Representatives For presented to the general public. Determined to find the source of mitted, “[it is] because the great Almost every main religion in the his gift, Loebach and I confront- Mongol leader Genghis Khan is Universal AC world has included some path to ed him with questions about the living through my blood. In my everlasting life -- through mind, state of his family’s immortality, veins. Flowing, vibrant … and all body, or spirit -- yet only leg- but this caused some hesitation in that.” A dubious statement, Kin- ends exist about the true means of his responses. “Uhhhhh…. I… I netz seems to want to keep his gaining immortality. Until today. don’t know. T-that’s a good ques- secret to himself, potentially for Congress Passes Bill To Kinnetz claims his age is tion. But- uh- but I feel immor- reasons other than safety. “The “not false. Born 1979, August 7,” tal.” Dodging the real questions thing is that the older I get, the Disenfranchise Vegans yet, he’s so adamant about cor- to keep his family safe from the better looking I get. That’s the recting the accusation of being prying ears of various religious best part about it,” he said. younger than he claims to be that leaders and alchemists, Kinnetz Dissatisfied with this vague one can only wonder the truth. may very well have discovered explanation, students will contin- Eventually, Kinnetz cracked and the secret centuries ago. ue to press towards the real an- Students Self-Immolate revealed that he was immortal When asked what exactly the swers. “I demand a polygraph,” and possessed everlasting youth. secret is, Kinnetz cryptically ad- said Loebach. In Desperate Bid For Local Parents’ Attempts To Seem Cool Warmth Only Brings Shame to Their Children by Malec Fahmy ‘20 Trevor Lawrence. “I turned to April 20 since kids love that day him and asked him to never say of the year for some reason.” Your Dad And Bigfoot In recent years, parents have that again.” The bread that Law- Acting younger typically re- attempted to adopt new slang to rence’s dad was referring to was pels children rather than having Have Never Been Seen become “hip” like their children. the Redskins winning the game. the desired effect of family bond- After a survey taken by The War- An eighth grader from Far- ing. Some children, however, In The Same Room rior of 200 kids around the coun- quhar Middle School recalled love the fact that their parents are ty, about 80 percent of them be- that after a few days of yelling trying to adapt to the “culture.” lieve their parents have failed. “let’s get this bread” to his friends According to them, they feel clos- The new, widespread phrase while playing Fortnite, his mom er than ever to their parents, who “let’s get this bread” is the latest came home the next day with are sacrificing their dignity to en- Trump Pardons Tekashi term added to the list of things enough loaves of bread to feed tertain their own children. parents say but shouldn’t. The him for weeks. “Just last night, I asked my term, in its purest form, means The survey also reveals a dad where mom was only for him 6ix9ine And Bobby “let’s get this money,” or to severe lack of understanding be- to dab and respond ‘that way.’ I achieve a desirable outcome. This tween the two groups. Children just about cried,” said Miles Bak- Shmurda phrase could even be used as an believe that parents should stick er. “I’m not sure I can ever respect exclamation of excitement or to their 80’s slang like “fresh” and him again, but anyone who would victory. After winning a game of “radical.” sacrifice their reputation for my “NBA 2K19,” for instance, one “I’m doing this for my son. I joy is as good a dad as I could ask might feel inclined to shout “let’s just want to be closer to him, so I for.” AirPod Ownership get this bread.” figure if I talk like his squad then Thus far, parents’ efforts “My dad and I sat down to he’ll want to hang with me, you have not paid off, but this will Directly Correlates to watch the Redskins game and he feel?” said one parent of a stu- likely not discourage them. It turned to me and said ‘let’s get dent at Quince Orchard. “I even seems unavoidable that they will Genetic Superiority this bread,’” recounted senior planned a family vacation for one day get this bread. The main branches of philosophy are: Why take Philosophy? Metaphysics: deals with the fundamental questions of reality. “An adolescent is in transition from child to adult. Epistemology: deals with concepts of knowledge, they way we He or she has spent their life being taught what to be- think and how we learn. : lieve by parents, teachers, siblings, and friends. As philosophy. Logic studies the rules of valid reasoning and argumentation. they move into adulthood it is a time for them to start Ethics: concerned with human values and how individuals should act. : to figure out what they believe for themselves. Phi- Name-Dropping Aesthetics deals with the notion of beauty and the philosophy of art. losophy provides a vehicle and structure to examine the questions that all humans struggle with – Who Aristotle Which breach of philosophy would you choose to take as a semester-long course in college? 384-322 BCE am ‘I?’ Why am I here? How do I find meaning in “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” Metaphysics 21% life? What is truth? What is justice? By read- Aristotle’s scientific and philosophical contributions, such as the invention of for- Epistemology 12% ing the works of philosophers, examining their own mal logic (the field of using deductions and mathematics to solve a problem) even- beliefs, and discussing with peers, students begin tually became the basis of Western Scholasticism, an ideology practiced in the Logic 20% Middle Ages in Europe that dealt with various religious morals and proving the ex- to think critically about those questions and start to istence of God. The field of virtue theory was another one of Aristotle’s creations Ethics 29% develop their own personal philosophy which (hope- that emphasizes human well-being, self-reflection, and growth. After studying var- Aesthetics 18% fully) will continue to evolve during their life.” ious species, he compiled his observations into The History of Animals, one of the - Ms. Games , Philosophy elective teacher first studies on biology and zoology that included microscopic details of anatomy. Aristotle was an ancient Greek philosopher who founded the Athenian school of research, Lyceum. Aristotle’s influence on philosophies centu- ries later is only paralleled by his teacher, Plato, and Plato’s mentor, Socrates. The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was created in the wake of Morality is defined here as code of by Vendela Krenkel ‘20 the World Wars to set basic international rights to which all humans are entitled. The Declaration was pro- conduct for acting rightly or wrongly. René Descartes claimed by the United Nations General Assembly at their third session in Paris on December 10, 1948 af- Do you believe morality is . . . 1596-1650 ter being drafted by 9 representative countries: Canada, United States, Lebanon, United Kingdom, Chi- Subjective Objective Depends Not Sure Cogito, ergo sum “I think; therefore I am.” na, Chile, Australia, Soviet Union, and France. The Universal Declaration was the first step in the process 50% 24% 22% 4% Descartes was a famous French philosopher, scientist and mathematician. He of creating an International Bill of Rights and has become a historical landmark document stating the fun- is known for being the “father of modern philosophy” due to his abandon- damental rights and freedoms of all human beings. It has since contributed to many international hu- Would you kill an innocent person against ment of Aristotelianism and his creation of the first modern version of mind- man rights laws, and, although it is not legally binding, has become a part of customary international law. their will to save the lives of how many people? body dualism which states that the mind and the body are each distinct. He ar- The Universal Declaration opens with a preamble giving the historical and social reasons for creating the Declara- gued that the inner-workings of the mind are completely different from those of tion. The drafting committee observed the, “disregard and contempt for human rights,” that have “resulted in barbarous 5 10 50 500 Would not the body indicating that it would be possible for one to exist without the accom- acts which have outraged the conscience of mankind.” The preamble also highlights the “rebellion against tyranny and 17% 7% 7% 19% 50% paniment of other. Additionally, he encouraged the development of modern sci- oppression,” during the period of the World Wars when people were seeking a protected rule of law for human rights. entific inquiry and made noteworthy contributions to the field of mathematics. by Adina Brenner ‘20 David Hume Phones 1711-1776 Is Water Wet? If it becomes possible to reverse-engineer the “A wise man proportions his belief to the evidence.” Smarter human brain to create “thinking” Artificial Hume was known for his many titles, some noteworthy ones being a Scottish En- students say . . . Intelligence (AI), should that AI be considered a lightenment philosopher, economist, historian and essayist. He is famous for cre- Than Humans person with the same/similar rights as humans? ating an impactful new system of empiricism, skepticism, and naturalism. Hume Yes No Not Sure explained that the only way for one to fully obtain knowledge of something is to In the past three decades, the term “Singular- physically experience it. Once we have experienced something, our mind is then 42% 47% 11% ity” has come to refer to the hypothetical event Yes, a person with rights 22% able to create a relationship between the idea and experience of something. Hume in which machines imbued with Artificial Intel- ligence (AI) gain knowledge at such a rate that became skeptical of religious practices and disagreed with the idea of organized reli- No, gion, referring to it as a “superstition.” He also concluded that there is truly no theo- A question so trivial puzzles great thinkers of they become more intelligent than humanity. a machine without rights 54% ry of reality in that there is no knowledge that can be obtained beyond experiences. our generation: is water wet? With over 911 mil- The theory gained popularity after Vernor Vinge, lion search results on Google, this question has well-known sci-fi author, mathematician, profes- Not Sure by Adina Brenner ‘20 25% Friedrich Nietzsche created a schism between two sides of the internet: sor, and computer scientist, published an essay (1844-1900) those who see water as wet, and those who do not. in 1993 describing a possible product of AI ad- Many scientists concur that water actu- “To live is to suffer, to survive is to find some meaning in the suffering.” vancement, which he called “The Technological ally can be considered wet. Chemist Richard Nietzsche became associated with the term nihilism, which eventually came to character- Singularity.” Other experts, such as Raymond Saykally told Nautilus that the reason water ize most of his philosophies. Despite this label, he had numerous ideas about life’s mean- Kurzweil, have explained the theory in relation is wet is, “strong tetrahedral hydrogen bond- ing. People must shirk all preconceived notions about life and form their own opinions to Moore’s law, which proposes that the number ing.” Furthermore, Jason A. Rush, a mathemat- about what is and is not important. Accomplishing this would enable someone to achieve of transistors on a chip double every year, while ics professor at Edinburgh University, believes, their most authentic form. Nietzsche called such a person an Übermensch, which is the cost decreases by half. This exponential de- “the wetness of water is thought to be due to German for superhuman person. Nietzsche’s health deteriorated due to a mental break- velopment of technology also can be applied to its high moisture content” (The Guardian). down and stroke when he was in his 40s, but his legacy lives on through his works “Be- the development of AI–meaning that, someday, 150 students The University of California, Santa Bar- yond Good and Evil” and “Thus Spoke Zarathustra,” as well as his maxim “God is dead.” AI will surpass the speed at which humans learn, bara (UCSB) Science Line, a partnership be- and will only accelerate from there. Since Vinge surveyed by Noah Corman ‘19 tween the National Science Foundation and the and Kurzweil’s theories gained traction, vari- UCSB Materials Research Laboratory supports ous experts, including Elon Musk and Stephen Jean-Paul Sarte the opposing side of the argument, though still Hawking, have expressed concern regarding the (1905-1980) with a scientific approach. They hold the be- Singularity, and many members of the entertain- “Everything has been figured out, except how to live.” lief that through its properties of adhesion and ment industry have explored the idea of a Sin- Sartre’s existential views focus on the freedom of the individual. Morality is sub- cohesion, water has the ability to make oth- gularity-related dystopia. However, critics of the jective, and humans must bear responsibility for their actions. Also, people must er things wet, but in reality is not wet itself. theory claim that it is unfounded or only possible avoid surrendering to societal labels and make of themselves what they will. This However, the UCSB Science Line does in the very distant future, amongst other argu- idea, which Sartre calls “the other,” recognizes this innate inclination of humans make a note that if the question is approached ments. The scientific community has yet to agree to overlook the complexities of “other” people in favor of more simplistic and of- philosophically, one must define the word on the likelihood of the Singularity, but, as AI ten inaccurate judgments. He authored “Existentialism is a Humanism,” wrote the “wet.” “If we define ‘wet’ as ‘made of liquid technology progresses, the idea has raised many play “No Exit,” and won and declined a Nobel Prize in Literature. He further occu- or moisture’, then water is definitely wet be- questions concerning the ethics and consequenc- pied himself with political activism in post-World War II Europe and is known for cause it is made of liquid.” (UCSB Science Line) es of machines with superhuman intelligence. his decades-long relationship with philosopher and feminist Simone de Beauvoir. by Adam Levine ‘20 by Sarah Nove ‘20 by Noah Corman 19’ 14 The Warrior • Opinions January 18, 2019 the Warrior

ublished four times a year, The WarriorP serves as Sherwood High School’s Should an applicant’s race be a factor of premier news source. Over the years, it has consideration for college admission? received numerous state and national Do you generally favor or oppose honors. With a staff of 44 students, The affirmative minorities?action programs for racial Warrior keeps the Sherwood community apprised of local and national events. Affirmative Action Still Necessary in Admissions As is the case with many or her race or ethnicity.” terms of admissions, Harvard and All opinion articles represent the topics that include race and ra- Unsurprisingly, this high-pro- other elite institutions proclaim viewpoint of the writer. The unsigned staff cial discrimination, the debate file case has reignited a flurry of that they utilize this information editorials solely represent the opinions of the about affirmative action policies discussion over affirmative - ac in the same way they consid- newspaper staff. These articles do not has been swamped by misleading tion. Despite the fact that polls er race or other characteristics a necessarily represent the views of and sometimes inaccurate claims. from within the past decade have student possesses: to facilitate a One of the most common mis- determined that affirmative action diverse campus and alumni com- Sherwood High School. conceptions is that colleges and is not generally favored among munity. As of November 2018, universities have racial quotas American citizens, the practice legacy students make up about 14 in which a certain percentage of still has a place in today’s college percent of the student population each racial group must be admit- admissions process. Among the at Harvard. An analysis complet- ted, when in fact, courts already benefits are increased diversity, a ed by the organization suing Har- have ruled that such quotas are more equal playing field, and the vard found that legacy applicants, STAFF illegal. The simple fact is that the fact that affirmative action - pol between the years of 2009 and admissions process is inherently icies help minorities that tend to 2015, were accepted at a rate of subjective in which colleges con- be more economically disadvan- almost 34 percent. According to sider factors in addition to a stu- taged. Until racism in our society the report, that number is more Print dent’s GPA and test scores. is eradicated or significantly less than five times higher than the And why shouldn’t they? prevalent, affirmative action is rate of acceptance for non-legacy Students readily will say that they necessary so that historically ex- students, which was just 5.9 per- Layout and Production Director ...... Mallory Carlson ‘19 are more than their grades, and cluded groups are not deprived of cent. News Editor ...... Katherine Sperduto ‘19 a person’s race certainly is one equal opportunities. Like any programs, ones of National News Editor ...... Aaron Jaffe ‘21 aspect of who they are. Further- Opponents of affirmative affirmative action must be done Features Editor ...... Julia Robins ‘20 more, there is indisputable statis- action policies argue that col- smartly and with care. Some ap- Humor Editor ...... Noah Corman ‘19 tical and anecdotal evidence that lege admissions should be based proaches that deserves praise in- there is racial inequality and dis- solely on merit. Admissions clude those in Texas in which the Spotlight Editor ...... Dinah Aguilar ‘19 crimination in the United States, representatives should take into top 10-percent of the graduating Opinions Editor ...... Adina Brenner ‘20 and colleges can and should serve consideration a student’s grades, senior class are automatically ad- Wondering Warrior Editor ...... Kat Mahoney ‘20 as institutions that strive for di- scores, extracurricular activities mitted to state institutions. Such Entertainment Editor ...... Sarah Nove ‘20 versity and tolerance. and leadership roles, and writ- a policy encourages racial, so- Sports Editor ...... Malec Fahmy ‘20 Most recently, the debate ing supplements. Acceptance to cio-economical, and geographical over affirmative action has- con a college or university should be diversity without even necessari- cerned Harvard University, as about what the student has ac- ly knowing the race of the appli- Online there is a lawsuit against the Ivy complished in school. cants. League school brought by a group But why do opponents of Affirmative action policies Managing Editor ...... Zachary Weisenthal ‘19 of Asian-American students who affirmative action fixate on race have been debated since their or- Director of Content ...... Anika Mittu ‘19 argue that Harvard restricts the as a consideration and do not igin over 50 years ago. Though Content Editors ...... Ayana Antoine ‘20 number of Asian-American stu- show the same passion for other there are some concerns about the Kara Thompson ‘20 dents it accepts. Harvard has re- non-academic considerations? practice, it continues to be nec- sponded that its admissions pro- Take so-called “legacy” admis- essary for today’s college admis- cedures are based on a variety of sions, for example. Whether or sions process. With affirmative Copy and Content factors and that the plaintiffs have not a student has “legacy” at a action policies in place, college failed to demonstrate that even particular college or university campuses continue to become one Asian-American student “had depends on if they had a parent or more diverse and enriching for all Copy and Content Editors ...... Russell Irons ‘19 been rejected on the basis of his grandparent attend said school. In students attending. Ve n d e l a K r e n k e l ‘ 2 0 Adam Levine ‘20 Brynn Smith ‘19 Photographers ...... Sydney Henry ‘20 Kelly Seganish ‘19 Cartoonist ...... Dinah Aguilar ‘19 Staff Reporters ...... Ryan Duvall ‘21 Brenna Henderson ‘21 Nick Hermosilla ‘19 Lauren Hesse ‘19 Jackson Hongtong ‘21 Hena Hussain ‘20 Sabina Jafri ‘20 Thomas Johnson ‘19 Liam Kennedy ‘19 Maleeha Khan ‘19 Nathan Lampshire ‘19 Adam Pfeiffer ‘20 Justin Risher ‘21 Drew Scott ‘20 Christianna Tran ‘20 Bristol Tran ‘20 William Unger ‘19 Andrew Ventura ‘19 Sophia Wooden ‘20 Reagan Yates ‘19 Jimmy Yates ‘21 Director of Advertising and Fundraising ..... Anjali Verma ‘20 by Dinah Aguilar ‘19 Advisor ...... Peter Huck The Warrior • Opinions 15 January 18, 2019 This past fall, Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos’s publicly released changes to Title IX and Obama-era policies pertain- ing to sexual misconduct on publicly funded campuses. The changes included limiting the scope of colleges’ responsibility and requiring cross-examination of those involved. Two Warrior writers argue the merits of each side. Pro: DeVos Safeguards Rights of the Accused Con: New Policies Send the Wrong Message

Education Secretary Betsy DeVos’s places like off-campus housing and bars Sexual misconduct can’t be defined perpetrators the idea that “As long as we changes to Obama-era policies are a step would not fall under their school’s juris- as one specific act. The intention of the don’t rape them, we won’t get prosecuted.” in the right direction for better ensuring diction and would instead have to go to Obama administration’s changes to Title Do we really want students to feel like as that a more fair investigation goes into the police. Fraternities and sororities are IX policies was to not rigidly define sex- though they cannot confide to their school cases relating to sexual misconduct on col- classed as school groups and are consid- ual harassment or assault for the victim, when they feel unsafe? lege campuses. Survivors of sexual assault ered on school grounds. The new policy because it would be presumptuous to talk Furthermore, the new policies seem must be taken seriously, but the principle sets a clearer standard of what locations about something one has not personally more concerned about the rights of the ac- that one’s innocent until proven guilty fall under a school’s jurisdiction. experienced. Instead, the Obama admin- cused. When new Supreme Court Justice must be maintained. Title IX cases are handled by Title IX istration gave a general statement of ha- Brett Kavanaugh faced multiple accusa- Title IX of the Education Amendments investigators at the college, and not the rassment as “unwelcome conduct of sexual tions of sexual assault during the time he of 1972 eliminates discrimination by sex police. Under the Obama-era policies, nature.” attended high school and college, Presi- in education, but was first created to cov- colleges use a single adjudicator model The proposal by current Education dent Trump said that it’s “a very scary time er sports. Title IX now encompasses much when investigating cases of sexual mis- Secretary Betsy DeVos to change that defi- for young men in America.” Responding more, including sexual harassment. Under conduct. The single adjudicator model is nition to “unwelcome conduct on the basis to Trump’s misplaced concerns, the or- Obama, Title IX’s term for what consti- one of three investigation models outlined of sex that is so severe, pervasive and ob- ganization NARAL Pro-Choice America tuted as sexual harassment was extremely in Title IX. Requirements by the Office of jectively offensive that it denies a person tweeted: “It’s a very scary time for young broad; any unwelcome conduct of sexual Civil Rights to conduct a “timely investi- access to the school’s education program women in America, you know, because 1 nature was classed as sexual harassment. gation” and the amount of staff required or activity” is absurd because how is a vic- in 6 of us have been the victim of rape or The new guidelines define sexual ha- to hold a panel necessary for the other tim or the college supposed to determine attempted rape.” And yet the DeVos pol- rassment as any unwelcome sexual con- methods make it easier to go with the sin- what rises to the level of “severe” or “per- icies seem designed to worry about and duct; or unwelcome conduct on the basis gle investigator model. With the threat of vasive?” protect the accused perpetrator of sexual of sex that is so severe, pervasive, and losing federal funding dangled over them If a student on more than one occasion assault. The accused should not be guaran- objectively offensive that it effectively if they did not deliberate quickly, colleges says sexual comments to another student in teed the right to cross-examine the individ- denies a person equal access to the recip- took the easiest and most expedient way to class, will that student be held accountable ual that bravely came forward as a victim ient’s education program or activity. While handle cases. The new guidelines establish for harassment? Possibly not, if the school of sexual misconduct. Their experience the word ‘objectively’ is always difficult to due process, and the cross-examination of conveniently finds that the harassment alone was traumatizing; victims don’t need define, the new standard is more specific both the accuser and the accused. A good does not deny access for the victim. to be challenged by the very person that and tougher to misapply. deal of the contention around the new pol- Schools should be encouraging stu- traumatized them. Under Obama-era policies, one of the icies stems from the accuser having to see dents to come forward when they are sex- Think about it. Think about how dif- major flaws was that a case could- bein or even talk to their accused, since there is ually harassed and assaulted. However, ficult it is for a victim of sexual assault to vestigated and deliberated upon with little no denying it is traumatic for the accuser. the new policies by DeVos would make come forward and report what has hap- concrete evidence. There had to be prepon- However, the option is open to substitute colleges less responsible for address- pened. The new policies send the wrong derance of evidence in order for the case to for attorneys or other representatives. ing instances of sexual assault that occur message that maybe victims should keep proceed. Preponderance of evidence is a Allegations can cause the expulsion off-campus. things to themselves. low standard based on probable accuracy or suspension of students. DeVos’s new In addition, the new policy requires Coming forward is very unappealing or truth to information. This low bar was policies reflect a desire to both take these student victims to complete and sign a for- and insulting to victims when they suspect easily surmountable. DeVos’s new policy allegations seriously and to investigate as mal document before the school will even that their colleges do not want to act on still offers the option of preponderance of fully as possible to help limit miscarriages begin an investigation. This new change their behalf. Most victims fear the possible evidence in addition to higher standards of justice. While the new policies are not would possibly cause young women to feel consequences they may face. Every victim for use in investigating. Another new pro- perfect, they are a step in the right direction that they can not come forward with their of sexual harassment or assault on college vision is that colleges can only investigate towards a more just system. issues. campuses should be heard, not silenced. what happens on school grounds, so any Not only is this dangerous for vic- students who are assaulted or harassed in by Russell Irons ‘19 tims, but the policy also could give these by Sophia Wooden ‘20

Students Should Grade Teachers Biden Is the Best Bet for 2020 AP History, It’s Time to Step Up by Jimmy Yates ‘21 by Thomas Johnson ‘19 by Adam Levine ‘20

Throughout the school year, many students pour their With the start of the new year and the government For all the AP level history courses offered at Sher- hearts and souls into earning grades acceptable for their shutdown, many have begun to turn their attention to the wood, the writing portion takes up 60 percent of the exam. parents and colleges. To add to the obstacles outside of 2020 presidential election. Currently, the most popular While these writing sections do allow students to demon- school, students have to do their absolute best with the Democratic candidate for the 2020 presidential election is strate their knowledge of that respective section of history, teacher they are given. Regarding the teaching style and former vice president and senator Joe Biden. He has not a lot of preparation for this exam takes form in learning the relationships with students, teachers are instrumental made an official statement as to whether or not he will run how to write each type of prompt, taking focus away from in affecting students’ education and future success. Often- in the 2020 election; however, his allies tell reporters “he the content of the course. The writing sections include the times, students keep their opinions about their teachers to is skeptical the other Democrats eyeing the White House Short Answer Question, Long Essay Question, and the themselves, causing future classes to undergo the same can defeat President Trump.” Document Based Question. learning struggles as the previous students. Some believe that Biden, being a moderate Democrat, To demonstrate a knowledge of history and also one’s To ensure that students are able to receive the best will be unable to inspire voters turnout when compared to historical analysis abilities, one solution could be to in- available public education, students should be able to eval- a more progressive candidate like Vermont Senator Bernie crease the length of the multiple choice section, which uate their teachers’ performance through a survey of sorts, Sanders. However, Biden’s moderate political leanings are tests students in their knowledge of world history and their with the results made available to the teacher and adminis- actually likely to assist him in surpassing Trump, should ability to understand a document or visual. But I believe a trators. This would help teachers reflect on if they present- he win the Democratic nomination. A recent poll from better solution would be to offer a revised writing section ed an effective style of teaching, based on how their stu- MSNBC found that approximately 51 percent of Ameri- with a larger focus on source analysis. While the Docu- dents feel about their instruction. Not only would it help cans identify as moderates, meaning that the current polit- ment Based Question does offer this in some form, it is teachers improve their teaching methods for future classes, ical climate favors politicians without radical viewpoints. not to the extent that this revised section could reach. This, but student surveys on teachers would also help adminis- President Trump’s reputation for radical stances on immi- paired with the current or a slightly larger multiple choice trators decide if certain teachers are successfully connect- gration and outlandish comments are likely to steer these section, could make for a new AP history curriculum that ing with students, if they need to be consulted about their moderate voters away to different candidates. For these forces students to learn how to be a good historian as well methods, or if they need to be removed from their position. reasons, Joe Biden is the best Democratic candidate. as being a good writer. 16 The Warrior • Opinions January 18, 2019 Snapchat Filters Trigger New Mental Disorder by Brynn Smith ‘19 The Pulse For as long as people have had the tools, they have had the desire to change the way they This past fall, Department of Education Secretary look. It began with procedures Betsy DeVos made changes to Obama-era Title IX like piercings, scarification, and policies pertaining to sexual misconduct on publicly tattooing and has evolved into funded college campuses. The changes included the multi-billion dollar cosmet- limiting the scope of colleges’ responsibility and ic surgery industry many people permitting the cross-examination of parties involved. know today. Since the early 19th century, augmentation procedures have been used to enhance or cor- Do you believe that sexual misconduct is a rect physical appearances. With problem on college campuses? the explosion of editing apps and filters, another branch of cosmetic surgery has erupted. Yes 80% According to researchers No 3% from Boston University’s School of Medicine, no longer do people Not Sure 17% bring pictures of celebrities to a plastic surgeon. Instead doctors Courtesy of Daily Mail have seen an increase in patients bringing in heavily edited photos Snapchat filters have begun to inspire a new ideal definition of beauty. Do you believe that college students are falsely of themselves. Deemed “Snap- or unfairly accused of sexual misconduct? chat dysmorphia” by experts, this their users a false sense of faith are supposed to look perfectly offshoot of body dysmorphic dis- in the abilities of plastic surgeons, primped all the time,” said Dr order (BDD) is cause for concern. but they change the overall stan- Neelam Vashim, director of the Frequently 6% BDD, a psychological disorder in dard for beauty worldwide. Boston University Cosmetic and which a person becomes obsessed The people who are most im- Laser Centre, in an interview with Sometimes 60% with imaginary defects in their pacted by this new disorder are the Washington Post. “This can be appearance, is potentially trig- those who use the apps the most especially harmful for teens and Rarely 27% gered by “Snapchat dysmorphia”. often. Teenagers who grow up those with BDD, and it is import- This particular version of with this impactful technology, ant for providers to understand Almost Never 7% dysmorphic disorder is only go- who use it everyday to achieve the implications of social media ing to get worse. With the in- “physical perfection,” are the on body image to better treat and crease in popularity of apps like ones seeking out the procedures counsel our patients.” Should schools be held responsible for conducting in- Snapchat and Facetune, people that give the appearance of con- Plastic surgery, whether it is vestigations regarding off-campus sexual misconduct can now edit out their flaws, whit- toured cheekbones or bigger lips. based off of a picture of a specific involving college students? en their teeth, clear up their skin, Instead of going under the knife model or a heavily edited selfie, or even make their nose smaller. to resolve what is seen as physical is not the way to cope with severe When people have the ability to imperfections, which can actually mental disorders or the self-es- Yes 27% enhance their features in the palm worsen underlying BDD, people teem issues that can come with of their hand, they desire to do need to seek out psychological them. Apps similar to Snapchat No 21% it in real life, as well. Hence the help. just worsen the already over- trend of patients coming in with “Filtered selfies can make whelming issues today’s teenag- Depends 43% photoshopped pictures of them- people lose touch with reali- ers and adolescents come to ex- selves. These apps not only give ty, creating the expectation we perience on a daily basis. Not Sure 9%

Catholic Abuse Scandals Are a Worrying Sight Affirmative action policies are those which improve opportunities for historically excluded groups in Amer- by Liam Kennedy ‘19 Next it was Pennsylvania, a template for an international re- ican society. In higher level education, affirmative ac- where a grand jury report re- sponse to an increasingly worsen- tion refers to admissions policies regarding women Time after time it seems that vealed widespread sexual abuse ing situation. McCarrick should and minorities. The constitutionality of affirmative the Catholic Church cannot get it that was covered up in six out have been stripped of his title action has been a topic of debate lately due to a cur- together. The Church in the Unit- of eight of the state’s dioceses. and punished five years ago, not rent lawsuit where Asian-American students claim that ed States has been hit with seem- There was over 300 priests list- when the public learned of it five Harvard University placed restrictive quotas for under- ingly revelation after revelation ed on the report with over 1,000 months ago. Cases in Pennsylva- graduate admissions. of more priests accused of sexual victims listed as well. Wuerl then nia should not have been hidden abuse that were attached to some resigned, taking responsibility for for 70 years without resolution. Do you generally favor or oppose affirmative action sort of cover-up or incorrect han- his involvement in the cover up I have to question whether the programs for racial minorities? dling of the situation. Prominent when he was the Archbishop of officials of these dioceses truly Church officials, two of which Pittsburgh from 1988 to 2006. are living the pious lives they are led the Archdiocese of Washing- Bishops all across the United supposed to be. Favor 38% ton, Cardinal Donald Wuerl and States gathered in Baltimore in A standard must be set on Cardinal Theodore McCarrick, November to try and initiate re- how to deal with sexual abuse Oppose 16% resigned their positions as a result form, like a third-party reporting because it is obvious that some of these revelations. The proxim- system, conduct standards, and Church officials have no idea Depends 32% ity of these officials to home is protocols for removing bishops how to handle the problem. The Not Sure 14% quite unsettling. from office because of abuse, but parishioners of each diocese de- First, McCarrick was re- the Vatican intervened and pre- serve to know when a priest or moved from duty following an vented them from voting, limiting bishop is legitimately accused of accusation of recurring sexual them to only debating the topic. sexual abuse. That validity must Do you think that affirmative action in which race is abuse of a teenager 47 years ago Bishops were asked to wait until a be investigated by a third party, a one of many factors of consideration is necessary in when McCarrick was a priest in Vatican winter synod on the topic. separate body dedicated to inves- today’s college admissions process? New York. Then, it was revealed As a young Catholic myself, tigation within the Church with that McCarrick preyed on semi- I believe there needs to be some no affiliation to any diocese, and nary students in the Archdiocese major, church wide changes in if the case warrants it, it should be Yes 36% of Newark in the 80s. He was how the Church handles sexual handed to the police for a criminal No 32% stripped of his title as cardinal, abuse cases. The American bish- investigation. If the accuser has and essentially went into exile, ops finally were trying to do the grounds to their claim, that cler- Depends 21% now living in a Kansas friary. right thing, something that they gyman should be removed from It has been reported that Pope should have addressed years ago. their positions. A zero-tolerance Not Sure 11% Francis knew about McCarrick’s The Vatican is hoping for a more policy must be put in place for the abuse five years ago when he be- global approach to a solution for bishops who cover up the actions came pope. Five years of no pun- clerical abuse, but that should not of fellow clergymen. Those who ishment. Five years of cover-up stop American bishops from en- commit such heinous and sinful by the man in the highest position acting reform in the United States. acts like these do not deserve to survey of 100 seniors compiled by in the Church. Their efforts could have provided be a leader in the Church. Adina Brenner ‘20 and Sophia Wooden ‘20 What is your “dream job” and why? “Playing at a piano bar on the water in New York or California” -J.P. Yore ‘19 “To be a biomedical engineer so I can design medical technology to better the lives of those around me” -Rachel Shaw ‘19 “Becoming a marine biologist exploring the world and seeing what very few people can see” -Josh Bloomberg ‘19 Do you think high school Would you rather have a job you hate that pays well OR a job that makes you happy but doesn’t pay well? prepares you for college? Yes No Not sure Pays a lot Makes you happy 31% 39% 30% 22% 78% Do you feel like your parents put too much pressure on you about going to what they consider a good college? Yes No Sometimes Not sure 18% 49% 31% 2% What career field interests you? Engineering/Technology Government/Politics/Policy Education 22% 10% 10% Medical Business/Finance/Accounting Other 15% 10% 13% Communications Arts Not sure 6% 12% 2% Do you have any interest pursuing in either of your parent’s careers? Yes No Not sure 27% 66% 7% What kind of degree do you plan on getting? Bachelors Masters Doctorate None Not sure 21% 42% 16% 12% 9% Do you have any interest in Are you have interested in taking a attending a private college? gap year? Yes No Not sure Yes No Not Sure 54% 20% 26% 14% 74% 12% What university or college would you most like to attend and why? “University of Delaware because of the closeness to home, beautiful campus, and welcoming environment” -Sabrina Schipper ‘19

“UC Berkeley because they have a good optometry school and I want to go to California” -Laura Meng ‘20

“University of Maryland because it’s close and in-state and an extremely good school academically and socially” -Madelyn Grant ‘19 128 juniors and seniors surveyed, compiled by Kat Mahoney ‘20 18 The Warrior • Entertainment January 18, 2019 The 90s Are Back, and That Seems To Be a Good Thing by Brynn Smith ‘19 urrected in. They must honor ev- erything the original show was, With the recent trend in the while also tactfully incorporating reboot of 90s television for to- the values of the 21st century. day’s teens, Hollywood seeks to Episodes having to do with update classic television to reflect sexual harassment, advanced current events and trends. Wheth- technology, or immigration is- er it’s a horror version of an icon- sues bring a distinctly 2018 feel ic sitcom or a multicultural and to these updated classics. With feminist adaptation of a supernat- the current political climate, ural series, the course of current several of these reboots even television leans towards revivals. take a political stance. Accord- The idea to remake the clas- ing to the sisters of “Charmed,” sics that were popular at the tail Donald Trump’s presidency end of the 20th century has be- is an omen of the apocalypse. come the go-to for cable networks For every reboot that has and online streaming sites alike. found the formula for success While every remake strives to with audiences and critics, there put their own spin on the original is a dud. “Fuller House,” a re- storyline and characters, the writ- make of the classic 90s television ers and producers have to walk sitcom about three young girls, a fine line between old and new. their dad, and two uncles who Including aspects like the orig- do their best to raise them after inal cast members such as “The their mother passes away, falls Connors” or similar plotlines flat. Despite having four seasons like “Charmed” evokes familiar- on Netflix, it has a 34 percent on ity and nostalgia in an audience. Rotten Tomatoes and an average seventeen.com popsugar.co.uk While the reboots must har- rating of 4.39/10. The “X-Files,” ken back to the originals, the a beloved science fiction drama The original cast of “Charmed” (left) was replaced with a much more diverse cast (right) in the new reboot. most successful ones freshen up of the mid-90s about unsolved the material to work better for paranormal cases, also took a premiering to the fanfare of its Lack of originality and repetitive jecting current political issues 2019. Inevitably, with the resur- turn for the worst in 2018. The first rebooted season in 2016, it storylines are always huge cause and updated societal values into a gence of 90s television comes the actress who played Scully, Gil- debuted to widespread criticism. for concern, and, as with “Fuller tried and tested show with char- appearance of modern storylines lian Anderson, announced that With every reboot or adap- House” and “X-Files,” the con- acters and the actors who played meant to represent the values of the second series of “X-Files” tation, there are worries it will cern is warranted. But, overall, them or recognizable storylines the time period they’ve been res- would be her last, and instead of never match up to the original. many reboots do very well. In- seems to be a recipe for success. Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s Inspirational Truth by Kat Mahoney ‘20 “On the Basis of Sex” is a film created to inspire the nation by telling the story of current Su- preme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s breakthrough case when she was a young lawyer in the 1970s. The story, focused on the normality of gender discrim- ination nationwide, shows how bustle.com Ginsburg (Felicity Jones) and her husband, Martin, (Armie Ham- “Into The Spider-Verse” shows viewers that anyone can be Spider-Man. mer), use a groundbreaking tax case to fight for sexual equality. The film starts with Ginsburg A Spider-Man For Everyone as one of the few women studying by Ayana Antoine ‘20 In “Spider-Verse,” one of to become a lawyer at Harvard Spider-Man’s lifelong enemies, Law School. Not only does it Marvel first introduced the Kingpin, opened a portal to an- show the challenges she faces try- fictional character of Spider-Man other dimension in a desperate at- ing to become a successful lawyer August 1962 in Amazing Fantasy tempt to bring his deceased family in a time where women were seen #15 comic book. It was a gateway back. As Spider-Man struggles to as “caregivers,” but also depicts amctheatres.com to commercial success for the su- fight Kingpin, his DNA enters the battling the challenges of mother- perhero and inspired the launch portal. As a result, anyone with hood and her husband’s testicular Felicity Jones (center) worked with Ginsburg to portray her accurately. of The Amazing Spider-Man matching genetic information is cancer. She balances her educa- comic book series. Dozens of re- placed in the same dimension. tion, family, and her husband’s ger with a flawless argument. cancer, creates a fake ultimatum makes to the teenage hero’s sto- This ultimately brings several illness so well that she ends up “On the Basis of Sex,” writ- given by the American Civil ry followed. The new animated different spider heroes all in the at the top of her class at Harvard. ten by Daniel Stiepleman, Gins- Liberties Union (ACLU), and movie “Spider-Man: Into the Spi- same Brooklyn. This introduced The film’s story surrounds burg’s nephew, is centered around portrays Ginsburg’s monumen- der-Verse” introduces new char- Gwen Stacy, the first female Spi- the case of Charles Moritz, a her first-hand personal stories. tal speech in front of the Cir- acters while raising the bar for der-Woman. Voiced by singer Denver resident denied of a care- With amazing acting by both cuit Court of Appeals judges as future adaptations. Directed and and actor Hailee Steinfeld, Stacy giver tax deduction because he is Jones and Hammer, the roman- messy and ruined by her nerves. illustrated by Peter Ramsey, this has been rumored to get her own male. The Ginsburg duo uses this tic and also intellectual sparks The ending scene has Jones visually awe-inspiring film uti- spinoff. The new team works to case to highlight the abundance of between the two enlightens the as Ginsburg walking up the stairs lizes colorful animation to evoke not only get back to their own di- gender discrimination in the Unit- audience on the connection be- of the Supreme Court before it emotional poignancy maintained mensions but to save New York. ed States. Just as Ginsburg starts tween the couple in real-life. focuses in on the real Ginsburg throughout the entire movie. This PG-rated masterpiece to lose faith in herself, her daugh- Although the movie focuses as she climbs the same steps grin- “Into The Spider-Verse” fo- is made with the target audience ter, Jane (Cailee Spaeny), con- on the main point of Ginsburg’s ning into the camera as the result cuses on the protagonist Miles of ages 10 to 14 but can still be vinces her to persevere. With the case, it does stretch the truth too of the tax case and her Supreme Morales, a Afro-Latino student highly enjoyed by any comic fan. additional progressive mindset far at times. It changes around Court appointment overlays the from Brooklyn, voiced by Sha- But, no matter how much the new found in her daughter, Ginsburg major life events causing the au- screen. This story and its rev- meik Moore. His role proves that adaptation differs for the version realizes that by proving her point dience to believe a false truth olutionary effect sparked a - na Spider-Man can be anyone, not before it, “Into The Spider-Verse” to the court, the nation might about her life. The movie misses tionwide change in the 1970s, by just the nerdy, white male por- balances the classic story so many not only be culturally changing main points in her life including bringing it back today, the spark trayed previously. Ramsey felt love while adding new char- but also lawfully. The historic her time spent abroad in Sweden to improve and reshape a whole that it was very important to live acters for a refreshing change. moment when she presents her and her job as a clerk for district new generation has been ignited. up to Stan Lee’s interpretation of case to the court is portrayed as judge Edmond L. Palmieri. It Spider-Man as a character “any rocky at first, but after a few min- incorrectly depicts the discov- kid could imagine themselves as.” Grade: A+ utes she comes back even stron- ery of her husband’s testicular Grade: A The Warrior • Entertainment 19 January 18, 2019 Riding Zedd’s Spectrum at Echostage by Andrew Ventura ‘19 ther. These lights were planned with the precision to rival pyro- I heard about raves from my technics; creative thought went older cousin because he often into them to ensure they rein- went to Echostage. He described forced the themes in the music it as an electric paradise filled and lyrics. Red and blue lights with people that share the same reminiscent of police car sirens love for electronic dance music. danced to match the subtle lights Ever since, I really wanted to go in the background of the song see DJs perform live there. One “Spectrum” and oceans of light of my favorite DJs, Zedd, a Rus- flowed over the audience during sian-German DJ, multi-instru- “Lost at Sea.” Zedd was char- mentalist and songwriter, came to ismatic and engaged with the Echostage on December 27, and I audience, telling jokes between was not going to miss that oppor- songs and telling the meaning tunity. The first time I heard Zedd behind the lyrics. The crowd was on the radio. I remember could feel the energy he transmit- hearing a chill but danceable beat ted with every song he played. paired with simple lyrics. The This was a great first time song was called “Clarity,” and it going to Echostage. The ven- is one of his most popular hits. ue is really fun, and I will defi- Tickets to Zedd at Echostage nitely go back again. The music were given to me as a birthday was on another level and it felt gift. Overall, it was a pretty large Courtesy of Jorge Rivas so good dancing with people venue with plenty of security and who like the same music. When medical staff. Echostage is- lo Individuals of all genders, races, and ethnicities came to DC to enjoy Zedd’s music together at the Echostage. people are the of age 18, go to cated on Queens Chapel Road in Echostage to enjoy live elec- Northeast D.C. My cousins drove sic made the offers forgivable. the floor space. There were a nized to the visuals and lights. tronic dance music. Enjoy a light me and parking was not awful to While some people were pleas- few instances I wanted to push Video-game style vortexes and show like no other and meet peo- find. Doors opened at 9 p.m. but I ant, some were trashed, and the the people around me because it mazes were projected onto the ple with similar interests, too. didn’t leave the venue till 2 a.m. loud music boosted the crowd’s was packed from the back wall to massive screen while fog bursts Despite people offering me atmosphere and the vibes were the stage. There was literally no and blinding lights shot out from alcohol and drugs before the definitely at an all-time high. room to get out or in of the crowd. the sides and through the blink- Grade: show, the incredible array of The only issue I found was the Zedd performed excellently. ing chandeliers. These weren’t lights combined with the mu- younger crowd not respecting The music was perfectly synchro- just flashing, glaring lights- ei A+ “Today’s Line-Up” by Adina Brenner ‘20, Adam Levine ‘20, Kat Mahoney ‘20, Kara Thompson ‘20, and Jimmy Yates ‘21 DOWN 1. Morse was a famous one 47. A day ______of… 2. “De leche” caramel treat (abbr.) (three words) 3. Island to a Parisian 49. Suffix for lemon or lime 4. Australian Nickelodeon drink mermaid 51. Unrefined metal 5. Capital of Peru 53. Result of intense torso 6. American Eagle Outfitters workouts (abbr.) 55. Gold, silver, or bronze 7. Dome-topped Mongol prizes abode 57. Target-piercer 8. Receive a pass 58. NASCAR competitions 9. 1956 Elvis hit (abbr.) 59. To be cheeky or impudent 10. Caste of Hindu Brahmin 60. MCPS middle school sci- communities of Tamil origin ence project (abbr.) 11. Autonomous sensory me- 61. Homeopathic essentials ridian response (abbr.) 62. To ease off something 12. Professional soccer gov- 64. “Noise” to a German erning body 65. Soccer score 15. “To be” to a Brazilian 66. Wheel infrastructure 20. Baseball instrument 69. Harsh hydroxide cleanser 22. Item to do 60 Across 71. Beatrice nickname 25. “Nothin’ but __” 72. Stiff bristle growing from 27. Notably honest Pres. barley or other grasses 29. “Walking Dead” television ACROSS channel 1. Center for Diversity & In- 30. Cover, defend an opposing clusion (abbr.) player 4. Bills tight end Charles 31. Base for Chipotle bowl 8. Seed of Salvia hispanica 23. Annual March Sherwood 45. Holding up a finger: the 67. Regional Airline Associa- 33. Smell; stench; scent plant music performance (abbr.) iconic __ Sherwood symbol tion (abbr.) 34. Propellant for sailboat 12. Infraction of basketball 24. Enclosed sports center; 46. Car brand, logo is 4 rings 68. A surface for athletic 35. Long-term evolution in rules swimsuit brand 48. Large oxygen supplier events telecommunication (abbr.) 13. In ___ of, meaning instead 26. Statement of epiphany 49. Slang for alright 70. Jack-in-_-___ (two words) 36. Horse that hasn’t celebrat- 14. Dark underwater chasm 28. Arrival time, perhaps 50. Earnings, to a pirate 72. Trajectories of a basketball ed its first birthday 16. Synonym for dormant (abbr.) 51. What senior citizens are 73. Beach to a Spaniard 37. Not a trio, but ___ (two 17. 31st weekly Torah portion 30. Sound 56 Across makes 52. Bit; smidge 74. Madrid professional soc- words) 18. The ___ of this crossword 32. Football game, “Super __” 54. Go to Instagram story cer club 38. South of downtown (abbr.) is sports 36. 76 Across to an American phrase after posting (abbr.) 75. Troubles; distresses; sor- 40. 2010 Kanye West hit fea- 19. U.S. elections regulatory 39. Cocky Moana character 56. Chicago football team rows turing Rihanna and Kid Cudi committee (abbr.) 41. Polish or refine an essay 60. “___, ___, ___ your boat” 76. Fast to a Dutchman (abbr.) 20. __ constrictor; feather 42. Star Trek character played 63. Species include moray and 77. Homophone for mail 44. Attraction to opposite sex scarf by René Auberjonois conger 78. National Weather Service (abbr.) 21. “Tic ___,” went the clock 43. Sports team leader 65. Not a liquid or solid (abbr.) 20 The Warrior • Entertainment January 18, 2019 Upcoming Releases & Performances Movies & More 1/25 Serenity Director: Steven Knight Drama, Thriller Video Games: R Cast: Matthew McConaughey, Anne 1/25 Resident Evil 2 (M) PC, PS4, Xbox One Hathaway 1/29 Kingdom Hearts III (E10+) PS4, Xbox One 2/8 The Lego Movie 2: The Director: Mike Mitchell, Trisha Animated Adven- Second Part Gum ture 2/15 Anthem (RP) PC, PS4, Xbox One PG Cast: Margot Robbie, Chris Pratt 3/22 Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice PC, PS4, Xbox One 2/14 Alita: Battle Angel Director: Robert Rodriguez Action, Romance (M) PG-13 Cast: Jennifer Connelly, Eiza 4/23 Mortal Kombat XI (M) PC, PS4, Switch, Xbox One González Books: 3/1 Chaos Walking Director: Doug Liman Adventure, Science 1/29 King of Scars (Nikolai Duol- Leigh Bardugo NR Cast: Tom Holland, Nick Jonas, Fiction ogy #1) Daisy Ridley 2/5 The Love & Lies of Sabina Khan 3/8 Captain Marvel Director: Anna Boden, Ryan Fleck Action-Adventure Rukhsana Ali PG-13 Cast: Brie Larson, Gemma Chan 2/5 Empty Bottles Full of Stories r. h. Sin, Robert M. Drake 3/15 Us Director: Jordan Peele Horror, Thriller NR Cast: Elisabeth Moss, Anna Diop, 3/5 Superman: Dawnbreaker Matt de la Pena Lupita Nyong’o (DC Icons #4) 3/19 Sherwood Meagan Spooner 4/9 The Red Scrolls of Magic Cassandra Clare, Wesley Music (Eldest Curses Series #1) Chu 1/24 Scotty McCreery The Filmore Silver Spring (Silver Country Coming Soon: Spring) April 24, 2019 at 7:00 pm 1/28 Bring Me the Horizon EagleBank Arena (Fairfax) Metalcore 2/4 Walk the Moon Rams Head Live (Baltimore) Rock

2/14 Yung Gravy The Filmore Silver Spring (Silver Rap Spring) 2/19 Michael Bublé Capital One Arena (DC) Pop 2/22 Marc Anthony Capital One Arena (DC) Latin 3/7 Mike Kroll Comet Ping Pong (DC) Garage Rock Sherwood is hosting the 5th Annual 3/16 Kelly Clarkson Royal Farms Arena (Baltimore) Country, Pop Student Film Festival! 3/17 Weezer/Pixies Royal Farms Arena (Baltimore) Rock 3/21 Meek Mill The Anthem (DC) Rap 3/25 Ariana Grande Capital One Arena (DC) Pop Submissions due by April 1, 2019. Talk to Mrs. Lock or 3/29 Conan Gray U Street Music Hall (DC) Indie Pop visit https://goo.gl/xiXbrk for details. The Warrior • Entertainment 21 January 18, 2019 Netflix Show Connects Teens to the News Today by Vendela Krenkel ‘20 adults at the dinner table can be difficult when not well-in- Seven episodes into its formed, but becoming involved first season, Daily Show alum in the discussion is the first step Hasan Minhaj has taken the to letting our voices be heard, internet by storm with his po- and that cannot happen unless litical satire “Patriot Act with teens and millennials educate Hasan Minhaj,” a Netflix show themselves on current events. that blends current events and References to pop culture comedy in every half-hour epi- connect younger generations to sode that leaves viewers knowl- the important news they should edgeable on the topic covered. know about. These include men- He often discusses minority tions of trends like Supreme, representation in entertainment sneakerheads, and basketball, today and his life growing up as as well as memes and popu- a child of immigrants in Amer- lar TV shows of today to fur- ica. Viewers can tell he values ther link us to current events. being able to laugh at the most It’s obvious that he’s re- worrying and pressing issues of ally excited about sharing this our time. In his weekly Sunday information with his audience, episodes, Minhaj covers topics too, jumping around the stage such as affirmative action, the and using quick-fire jokes that oil crisis, and Amazon’s growing take a minute to sink in, leav- monopoly on internet commerce. ing viewers focused throughout Minhaj is the perfect host the episode without feeling like for this type of program. A set they’re sitting through a lecture. of bright neon lights and screens Listening to Minhaj explain the spread across the shot that give grim truths of immigration en- the show a futuristic, “Kanye forcement policies in America vibe,” as Minhaj puts it, which is today sounds more like a friend a completely accurate description relating what’s happening to of “Patriot Act” because this pro- you over a cup of coffee than a gram is one of the first of its kind. whats-on-netflix.com boring, monotone news report. Minhaj is the first Indian-Amer- Minhaj has covered subjects ranging from straightforward, like Supreme, to controversial, like Saudi Arabia. ican to host a weekly comedy show, and this type of represen- for other immigrants and chil- and understands the apathy that in resources by young people for Grade: tation is so important because not dren of immigrants in comedy. comes with not having an ade- young people to become better only is he representing his culture “Patriot Act” is the show for quate source of information that acquainted with what’s happen- and how it impacted his youth in millennials and Gen Z kids be- appeals to the viewer. Entertain- ing around the world. Keeping America, but he is paving the way cause Minhaj is 33, a millennial, ment today is severely lacking up with conversations between A+ 22 The Warrior • Sports January 18, 2019 Girls Basketball Emerges as Legitimate Power in County by Reagan Yates ‘19 44, Northwood 61-39, Kennedy 51-26, and Springbrook 60-46 The Warriors girls varsi- — these are just a few examples ty basketball team is showing of their dominance on the hard- strength this season with a current wood. The Warriors are also able record of 9-0 and a lot of hope for to show up when the pressure is the rest of the season. After a los- on, winning 53-51 in overtime at ing record in their 2017-18 cam- Clarksburg on December 11 in a paign, the team had some work to testament to the grittiness of this do entering the 2018-19 season in year’s team. order to prove themselves, but the On Friday January 11, the addition of four freshmen and a Warriors faced off against Paint 14-player roster, which is a larg- Branch, a skilled team that has er team than last year, might have been known as a powerhouse been just the kind of depth that throughout the county. Sher- the team needed. wood’s starting line-up was able The Warriors have a young to shut down Paint Branch’s of- starting lineup this season that fense in the opening half and includes just two upperclassmen Paint Branch players had but a and three freshman: senior Car- few chances for an open shot. oline Bidwick, junior Hannah St. Sherwood fought hard and won Laurent, freshman Chase Bell, 59-48, after being up by almost freshman Angela Nnabue, and 20 points for most of the game. freshman Maddie Tringone. Sig- Freshman Angela Nnabue was nificant contributions also come the game’s dominating player from seniors Avery Cohen and with 31 points. Haley Allen, and freshman So- The Warriors next home phia Jasnow. game is on Friday January 25 at Kelly Seganish ‘19 “The impact on the team of 7:15 against Northwood. They also play a tough Paint Branch having four freshmen who can Freshman guard Angela Nnabue dribbles the ball up the court in a game against Kennedy on January 7. contribute day in and day out team for the second time this sea- is huge for the program,” said season to the leadership of the re- much quicker than I expected.” wick added that everyone works son on January 30 at 7:15. Their Coach Tim Hobbs, who is excited turning players and outstanding Players agree that the strong hard and is engaged regardless of last home game for the regular about the depth of players being team chemistry. “[Our older play- team connection has been a huge their role on the team. season is on Friday February 15 added “to both the JV and varsity ers] have gone out of their way to factor in this year’s success. “This The Warriors have not just at 7:15 against Walter Johnson. rosters.” welcome the younger girls to the year the team has a close bond on been playing and winning, but And, the last game of their entire Hobbs further credits his team and because of this we have and off the court,” said senior Av- doing so by comfortable mar- regular season is at Blake on Feb- team’s notable success so far this really come together as a group ery Cohen. Senior Caroline Bid- gins. They defeated Wootton 69- ruary 22 at 7:15. Super Bowl LIII: The Road to Atlanta

NFC Championship: NFC Championship: NFC Championship: NFL fans can finally -re The number two seeded The NFC champion- joice as the postseason Los Angeles Rams will face ship game will consist of is here! Not only have off against the number one the number one-seeded we made it to the play- seeded New Orleans Saints Saints versus the number offs, but we are down to in a much anticipated re- two-seeded Los Angeles four teams with two from match. In their first match- Rams. The Saints beat the each conference battling up in November, the Rams Eagles in a close contest it out for the ability to go came in as the best team of 20-14 in the divisional all the way to the Super in the NFC with the Saints round as the Rams beat Bowl. The top two seeds only trailing slightly be- the Cowboys 30-22. The in the National Football hind. In the week 9 match- Rams looked to be the Conference (NFC) will battle it out in yet another regular up, the Saints held home field advantage and came away most dominant team in the league, starting off 12-0. That season rematch as the high powered Rams offense heads with a huge win, 45-35. Drew Brees and co. couldn’t be win streak was ended by none other than the Saints in a to New Orleans to take on the Sean Payton led Saints. In stopped as they marched down the field with ease against score 45-35 on November 4. This game looks to be a good their previous matchup, the then undefeated Rams were Rams’ defense. The game was eventually capped off by a one as both teams were top- 10 offenses and both have had knocked off 45-35 by the Saints and are likely looking for 73-yard catch and run touchdown from Saints wide receiv- solid defenses towards the end of the season. Although the revenge. They will not be able to defeat the Saints, how- er Michael Thomas. In this rematch of the top teams in the Rams have a good offensive unit led by Todd Gurley III ever, as New Orleans is especially motivated this year due NFC, don’t expect a different outcome. The Rams won’t and Jared Goff along with the best defensive player in the to the impending realization that this could be star quarter- be able to get stops when they need and in a close game, league in Aaron Donald, it will be too much for the Rams back Drew Brees’ last year and he only has one ring. The the experience of Drew Brees will send the Saints to the to stop the high-powered offense that is led by future hall Rams will put up a good fight in the game, but it won’t be Super Bowl. I’m predicting 38-34 Saints. of famer Drew Brees in the Superdome. enough. AFC Championship: AFC Championship: AFC Championship: The number one seeded Kansas City Chiefs will host The AFC championship game will be played in Arrowhead On the American Football League (AFC) side of things, the number two seeded New England Patriots in another stadium, as the number one-seeded Chiefs play the number we have a rematch of the regular season’s week six as the rematch game to decide who represents the AFC in the two-seeded Patriots. The Chiefs beat the six-seeded Colts New England Patriots are headed to Kansas City to face Super Bowl. Both teams have electric offenses and major in dominant fashion, 31-13, while the Patriots topped the off against the Chiefs. The previous matchup of these two holes on defense; in their first matchup in October, New fifth-seeded Chargers 41-28. This AFC championship al- resulted in a 43-40 win for the Patriots, who have man- England was the home team and won on a game winning ready has been played in week 6 of the regular season, aged to advance to their 8th straight AFC championship. chip shot from Stephen Gostkowski, 43-40. This time at which resulted in a Patriot win by three points. This game Kansas City knows that beating the Patriots will be a tough Arrowhead, fans will give the inexperienced Kansas City will be the 11th straight conference championship game task, but have faith in their young quarterback, Patrick team an advantage over the Tom Brady-led Patriots team, for New England, as Tom Brady is in his prime postsea- Mahomes, to get it done. Mahomes led the league with who are in their 8th consecutive AFC championship game. son form. However, the likely MVP of the league, Patrick 50 touchdown passes this season and is seen as the prime Another shootout is certain and when the game gets late, Mahomes, has been playing phenomenal with having one MVP candidate. However, the inexperience of Mahomes the pass-rushers from the Chiefs will get after Tom Brady of the best quarterback years in NFL history. Mahomes, will come out during this game and the Patriots will ad- and give the Chiefs their first shot at a Super Bowl since along with his plethora of weapons, should give Kansas vance to Super Bowl 53, once again showing the domi- 1970. I’m expecting it to be 41-40 Chiefs. City the edge in this offensive shootout and will lead them nance of Belichick and Brady. Super Bowl Prediction: to their first super bowl appearance since 1969. Super Bowl Prediction: The matchup of these top two MVP candidates will cer- Super Bowl Prediction: The Saints will defeat the Patriots in the Super Bowl by a tainly be a show but the Saints defense is no match for The New Orleans Saints beat the Kansas City Chiefs, 34- score of 34-23, allowing Drew Brees to “ride off into the Kansas City’s historic offense. Chiefs take home the win 33, giving Drew Brees the second ring of his career for sunset,” ending a Hall of Fame career. 45-41. what could be the perfect retirement gift. by Ryan Duvall ‘21 by Aaron Jaffe ‘21 by Jackson Hongtong ‘21 The Warrior • Sports 23 January 18, 2019 Ice Hockey Team Faces Challenges As February Playoffs are Imminent by Adam Pfeiffer ‘20 we’ve played all year,” said offs start shortly after. The team Blum. is led by Rudnick and Blum, and The hockey team has had an Due to graduation of key fellow seniors Alec Hurley, Matt University of Maryland up and down season, and follow- talent, there has been a drop off Postorino, Dylan McDermitt, and ing a 7-3 loss to Blake on New in the success from last year’s Joe Diuguid have all stepped up. Year’s Day, the Warriors held a Montgomery champions to this Sherwood has already beaten Athletics Need Change 2-7 record. Heading into a rivalry year’s squad “It’s been a really Blair, 9-4, and Walter Johnson, ing to Alabama in 2016, where game against Damascus on Janu- great season so far ... even though 10-1, this year, although the Blair by Jimmy Yates ‘21 he became the Offensive Coor- ary 11, the boys knew what they our record hasn’t reflected it,” game was played in October and The University of Mary- dinator in 2017. had to do. said senior Sam Rudnick. Walter Johnson in December. The land (UMD) refuses to learn In 2009-2011, Locksley “We just need to stick to the The defending champs aim Warriors cannot overlook these from its mistakes. After finally served as head coach at New game plan and not get dragged to win another championship, but opponents, as teams improve firing the heavily criticized DJ Mexico University for the un- into playing defense the whole before they can even think of it, much over the course of the year. Durkin, the university turned successful side of his career, game ... against Damascus who they need to refine and perfect Wins in these games will be huge, around and overpaid a new earning a 2-26 record. To go plays a dirty, physical game; we their game before the playoffs building momentum heading into coach, Mike Locksley whose along with his horrible coach- need to not retaliate,” explained start. This includes simple things the big tilt against Rockville. Mo- coaching record is mixed at ing record at New Mexico, senior Steven Blum prior to the such as puck movement, which mentum builds confidence, which best. Maryland should have Locksley was suspended one game. will allow for more shots and is huge for a team who has felt hired a head coach with a spot- game for punching one of his Ultimately, the boys lost 5-1. success scoring. Controlling the their struggles throughout the less reputation and who would assistant coaches and was also For much of the game, the War- puck will also take the pressure year. take the job at a reasonable sued by a former coworker for riors and the Hornets were stale- off the defense and goalie, limit- A confident team that is over- salary. Saving millions more in sexual harassment. With Lock- mated at a 1-1 tie, until Damascus ing opponents’ shots and scoring looked can be dangerous come the university’s budget, hiring a sley as offensive coordinator netted three goals in the 2nd peri- opportunities. the postseason, and that is what cheaper coach could allow for in 2018-19, Alabama has gone od to break the game open. Until Hopefully, these points of potentially could happen to this reforms and improvements in undefeated and reached the na- this point, Sherwood was playing emphasis will improve in the team. “[We’re] definitely gon- education and the facilities of tional championship. While his very well, and not reacting to the next three games (Jan. 25 vs na be a big underdog. Hopefully UMD. career at Alabama might look Hornets’ physical play style. “It’s Blair, Feb. 1 vs WJ, and Feb. 8 it carries us and motivates us to Let’s review all that’s hap- good, the success can’t all be definitely one of the best games vs Rockville), before the play- work harder,” said Rudnick. pened over the past six months attributed to him. Alabama’s as scandal consumed the Mary- record this year with Locksley Boys Varsity Basketball Keeps land football program. On June is impressive, but the Crimson 13, 2018, 19-year-old Mary- Tide have lost only three times land offensive lineman Jordan in the previous three seasons Focus, With Eyes on Regionals McNair died of a heat stroke when Locksley had little to do and exhaustion during foot- with Alabama’s smoking hot by Aaron Jaffe ‘21 ball practice. Months later on offense. October 30, UMD President Maryland needs to open The Warriors’ roster coming Wallace D. Loh announced he up their eyes, stop spending into the 2018-19 school year was would step down from his posi- so much on over-priced coach- one with many changes from just tion the following June. On the es, and stop trying to force the last season. Not only did former same day, Maryland announced team to immediately become star player Davis Long graduate, that they would keep Durkin, a football powerhouse. It’s not Sherwood also lost multiple other despite the poor attention and realistic, nor cheap to hire a seniors who were crucial to their care for McNair’s health lead- coach and expect a universi- rotation. However, the 2017-18 ing up to his death. Facing pub- ty to have such success. UMD Sherwood team heavily disap- lic criticism and attempting to should have hired a head coach pointed considering the talent avoid further disaster from the with greater potential than price and potential the team had. The unpopular decision, the univer- to improve the football program newest changes to the rotation sity fired Durkin on October 31, gradually rather than rushing it. ironically could be for the better approximately 24 hours after In a continuation of the as the new-look Warriors hope to his reinstatement. head-scratching over spending improve on a 5-9 record from the Durkin was brought into and hiring decisions, Maryland year before. the program in 2015 after is already a dominant force The team may seem to be in a signing a 5-year, 12.5 million in other areas. The university transitional year with all the grad- dollar contract with a possible has great academic programs uating seniors, but they are not $2.5 million more after anoth- including the A. James Clark left without any potential stars er season. With Durkin as head School of Engineering, as well to count on. Junior forward Nate Kelly Seganish ‘19 coach, Maryland earned an as great soccer and lacrosse Lacey currently has interest from underwhelming 10-15 overall programs. This year, UMD won multiple D-1 schools, most nota- Junior Nate Lacey drives to the lane in a game against Paint Branch. record over two seasons, and a their fourth men’s NCAA na- bly Arkansas. below .400 record against op- tional championship in soccer, Sitting at 4-4, the Warriors’ burg, 68-65 and Magruder, 60-48, Northwood and pulled out the ponents within their competi- beating Akron in the finals, and record does not accurately indi- Sherwood fell to 1-2. On Decem- win with another lucky last sec- tive Big Ten conference. both men and women’s lacrosse cate the true grit and spirit of the ber 19, Sherwood took on Woot- ond shot, this time a floater from After Durkin was released, have won several champion- team. Even in their losses, Sher- ton at home to try and stave off Jordan. The following two games Matt Canada, previously the ships in the last decade, and wood has consistently put up a another forgettable season. ended with one win against Ken- UMD Offensive Coordinator, both reached the semi-finals good fight and always appeared In overtime down by two nedy by a score of 56-52 and a replaced him as interim head in the spring of 2018. These to be in the game. The calling with the clock running out, Se- tough but probably predictable coach for the 2018 regular programs are and will remain card early for Sherwood is that nior guard Eddie O’Brien got loss to the reigning regional season. Then, on December 4, as the identity of Maryland’s they are not going to cruise to a the ball off an offensive rebound champs in Gaithersburg, 73-51. after looking for a head coach athletic program for the fore- win nor will they roll over in any and banked in the game-winning On January 11, the Warriors tried for months, Maryland signed seeable future. Maryland has given game, no matter who the three to send Sherwood to victo- to steer their record over .500 Locksley to a 5-year deal, 10 never been dominant at football opponent happens to be. ry, 78-77. against Paint Branch but couldn’t million dollars and a possi- and it won’t be for a while. It’s Senior guard J.D. Jordan be- Lacey was never in doubt of come away with a win, losing 84- ble $2.5 million more after a time to stop hiring the most ex- lieves the Warriors are as just as the teams’ fight and spirit. “Our 76. sixth season. Locksley was the pensive and overrated coaches good as any other team they will team this year is not a team that The meat of the schedule is former interim head coach of and stop throwing millions of face in the future. “We’re going to will give up at any time during coming for Sherwood and the Maryland in 2015 before mov- dollars down the drain. surprise a lot of people this year the game. We will push through.” team will need to stretch together and years to come,” explained Every time Sherwood looked some wins to keep their regional Jordan, and also said that the team like they were going to make a dreams alive. Every game will be has the potential to be 4A regional run and reel off a couple wins in a tough but these tests will show champs. row, they had a disappointing loss what the 2019 Sherwood team is The Warriors opened up their in games they could’ve won. On capable of. The consistent middle slate of games with an impressive January 5, the Warriors lost a very of the pack play can no longer be 53-51 road win over Rockville on winnable game to Springbrook, the norm if this year’s Sherwood December 9. After losing their 61-60. Unsurprisingly, the team team wants a shot to take over as next two games against Clarks- was in another nail-biter against champs of the 4A region. 24 The Warrior • Sports January 18, 2019 Girls Swimming Is Blessed with Division I Talent by Malec Fahmy ‘20 A Look Forward to the Rest of and Adam Pfeiffer ‘20 the Swim and Dive Season Greatness requires lots of hard work, sacrifice, and dedication. Seniors Kaitlin As Swim and Dive prepares for the Gravell, Erica Hjelle, and Sophia Ryan championship season, the team continues precisely embody what it takes to be great. to work hard to improve in the pool so Their sacrifices have led the girls swim that they can peak during February. As it team to State and Metro titles in 2016 and stands, the boys currently sit at 2-2, while 2018, and resulted in Division I scholar- the girls are an undefeated 4-0. ships (Gravell-Villanova, Hjelle-George- The boys have had to fight in a very town, Ryan-Virginia Tech). competitive division, with their biggest At 4 a.m. most high school students win coming over Blake on January 5. enjoy the last hour or two of sleep in the With a thin senior class led by captains morning, but these girls are not like most Jamison Crow and Marco Casareto, other ones. They are on their way to their first swimmers such as juniors Malec Fahmy workout of the day, spending an hour and a and John Wilbur have had to step up. half in the pool before heading to school. Stand out divers freshman Max Wein- “I have been consistently swimming rich and sophomore Michael Parker have 8+ times a week since my freshman year to been huge contributors as they have went not only prepare for college, but to become 1-2 every meet this season. a better swimmer to increase my chances Compared to the boys, the girls team of being recruited to swim. Additionally has a star-studded senior class led by I do dry land exercises/ weight lifting 2 three Division I commits in Erica Hjelle, Kaitlin Gravell, and Sophia Ryan. Win- times a week to help with my strength and Kelly Seganish ‘19 power,” said Hjelle. ning each meet by a large margin, the All of their training and hard work has girls have their toughest competition Senior Erica Hjelle swimming breaststroke in a meet against Quince Orchard on January 12. led them to the recruitment process, where ahead as they look to defend their Metro they contacted college coaches about their and State titles. Junior Amanda Wenhold programs. Gravell commented on how she and sophomore Taylor Wallace have both emailed all types of schools from big, small, performed very well and will be very im- ivy league, and everywhere in between in portant come February. the beginning of her junior year. Eventu- With the biggest meets of the year ally, after a lot of searching and looking at approaching, Coach Brendan Lees has schools, each swimmer narrowed their list highlighted the importance of working down to five or fewer schools where they hard and focusing on everything the team would take their official visits. can do to perform the best they can come Each swimmer knew when their re- championship season. Compiled by Malec Fahmy ‘20 spective schools were “the one,” and they each had similar experiences to cause this more. decision. “I decided on Virginia Tech be- Each swimmer has personal goals as cause it was the one school I felt at home well. “I hope to improve my record in 200 at, and the school that I knew would pro- IM, and hopefully make an All-American vide me the best way to succeed both in the time again,” said Gravell. classroom and in the pool,” said Ryan. By achieving these individual goals, Entering the new high school season, they know that it will go long way to help- the girls have a common goal: to end their ing the team get where they want to go. “I high school careers as Division, Metro, am hoping for more best times and good Region, and State champions. The team finishes at Metros and States and to help appears to be primed to do so, being led by my relay teams as well. We will accom- Ryan, Gravell, and Hjelle, along with ju- plish these things as a team by making sure nior Amanda Wenhold, another swimmer everyone is doing their best at practice and Kelly Seganish ‘19 with collegiate potential, and who won in- focusing during meets and races,” said dividual Metro and State titles as a sopho- Hjelle. Senior Sophia Ryan swimming the 200 Freestyle against Quince Orchard on January 12. Added Depth Will Help Wrestlers Do Well at States by Jack DeGonia ‘19 on February 9, but also wrestling tournament last year, including tournament, the Warriors will With crushing victories over very well against these high lev- the highest-placing wrestler, cur- have to place top-4 in the region Whitman, Kennedy, and Whea- This year, the varsity wres- els of competition. rent senior Chris Sanchez, who tournament. Throughout the sea- ton, and only losing to Damascus tling team is primed to make Last year, the Warriors did placed 2nd at 138 last year and son, each individual wrestler ac- by six points, the Warriors have some noise at the state level. not win enough team dual meets who wrestles at 145 this year. cumulates points for each win, shown off a very deep roster with They currently hold a 6-1 record, to qualify for the regional duals, To accompany the top wrestlers, and the top-eight point earners many younger wrestlers able to with the lone loss a tight one to but did have eight individuals there are many hardworking un- in each weight class in the region hold their own. With Higazi, San- the reigning six-time state cham- compete in the state tournament. derclassmen who have “worked qualify for the regional tourna- chez, senior Sam Ewing, and ju- pions, the Damascus Hornets. With many returning high-caliber hard over the offseason to get a ment. A wrestler also can make niors Brady and Brandon Holda The Warriors have a very high wrestlers, the varsity wrestling lot stronger,” said senior captain regionals if he places top-6 at the all wrestling at a high level, Sher- chance of not only competing for team has been very competi- Yusuf Higazi, a wrestler in the county tournament, which takes wood could be bringing home the regional dual title on Febru- tive this season. Six returning 170 lb. weight class. place the weekend of February an individual state champion on ary 6, and then the state dual title wrestlers qualified for the state To reach the individual state 15. March 2.