The Trojaneer INSIDE Dustin Swisher State Girls Basketball States, Champ, Page 7 Page 7 Hampshire High School, Romney, WV March 2019 No.4 Hampshire High School, Romney, WV Feb. 2019 No.3 Trojan Man 2019 DECA Wins Award

Students buy beverages from DECA store.

Kaitlyn Spring Staff Writer HHS’s school store employees open, the employees have never won gained a new award for their excel- any awards. lence. Spring said, “I am very proud of ev- In Febraury, the award that they eryone that contributed in this contest, won was called the Gold Certification and I am proud to be a DECA leader. for the Student Base Enterprise. Thank you to our teacher Amy Crites The contestants wait for a winner to be announced. DECA member Della Moreland stat- for helping us into the right direction ed, “This was our first time winning for this competition, and I hope to see Molly Landis this award, and we are the only school future progress with the school store.” Editor-in-Chief in the state of West Virginia that is gold The HHS DECA program started a certified.” school store a couple years ago to earn The Trojan Man competition was such as poetry reading, standup com- To enter an application for this con- some profit for their trips and other ac- held in the HHS gym on March 6. This edy, singing, and dancing. test, the DECA and accounting stu- tivities that they do. Members began male pageant was hosted by National “It was really funny to watch the dents made a large document with selling slushies at they store; they now Honor Society and brought the audi- guys walk around and dance to the financial and other information about also sell sparkling water, cookies, gra- ence lots of laughs. music,” said sophomore Luke Funk. the school store. nola bars, mini bags of chips, and other “I felt the event was very successful, While the judges chose a winner, the DECA members Breanna Spring and items. and the student body had a lot of fun. students were invited to the gym floor Moreland were in charge of the group “I am very proud of this group of I was grateful for the participation and for some line dances. The judges gave and organizing everything to be pre- students for winning this award. All of the respectful conduct of the students,” out several titles, and each participant pared for the competition. In all of the their hard work sure did pay off in the said coordinator Julie Landis. received a gift card as an award. How- years the HHS school store has been end,” Crites said. The pageant categories were swim- ever, senior Dustin Swisher took home wear, formal wear, Q&A, and talent. the crown. Meck Wins HHS Teacher of the Year The contestants used their time in the “I was really in the zone during my Emma Shreve spotlight to impress the judges and ballet performance, but I wasn’t ex- Staff Writer display their skills. pecting to win,” said Swisher. “I sang and danced to ‘Baby One The Trojan Man competition was Recently, teacher Alan Meck re- ered an easy career, Meck is spoken of More Time.’ I tried to stand out by a success. Students and staff enjoyed ceived the Hampshire High School very highly by his students and other shaking it and being sassy like my girl taking a break from class to laugh and teacher of the year award for the 2018- teachers. Britney,” said senior contestant Alex have fun. 2019 school year. Senior Laken Corbin believes that Ritchie. “It was a thrilling experience. I just Meck has been a teacher at HHS Meck is a very good teacher who push- The audience enjoyed watching the hope they keep up the tradition for fu- for many years and has been a math es his students to their highest level. contestants perform. The boys dis- ture years,” said senior Eric Feidler. teacher for over 30 years. He is known “He is a good teacher, because he played a variety of different talents, to be a common student favorite at (Continued on Page 4) school. Although teaching isn’t consid- Editorials theTrojaneer 2 Celebrate Adopt Furry Friends

St. Patrick’s Day Adrianna Haines March 2019 March Staff Writer Deidra Haines Staff Writer Whether it’s a dog, cat, small ani- mal, reptile or bird, there are all types of pets in need of a forever home. Not It is March, and St. Patrick’s Day is only are you giving a pet a second here. When people think of St. Patrick’s chance, the adoption fees will support Day. they mostly think of shamrocks, more pets in your community. Animal wearing green, and getting pinched. adoption is a great way for people to St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated in group that has spent money on board- take effective action to save lives, fight ing, vets and grooming. honor of the observance of the death of cruelty and end suffering. St. Patrick, the patron of Ireland. When you adopt a pet from a shel- Adopting a pet is one of the most ter, you are saving that pet’s life. You Over time, St. Patrick’s Day has you do not usually celebrate St. Pat- exciting things you can do. Choosing evolved to be the celebration of Irish are giving them a home they deserve. rick’s Day, you can still be involved a pet is a little bit like choosing a new Some shelters are full and cannot ac- culture, which could be the reason that or participate in the one of the many roommate. You want to make sure your the first ever St. Patrick’s Day parade cept new animals that are lost, so they activities mentioned above. Celebrat- habits and lifestyles mesh together well end up going to kill shelters. A shelter was not held in Ireland, but actually in ing this holiday can also show your before you make a long-term commit- Boston. Now this holiday is celebrated is an excellent place to obtain a safe support or open your eyes to the Irish ment. Each animal has different needs and healthy pet because the shelter’s around the globe. It originally started culture and heritage. Make sure this when it comes to care, behavior, cost, as a religious feast day back in the 17th main purpose is to help animals find a St. Patrick’s Day you get out there and housing, feeding, and training. forever home. century by Christians and had stayed wear your green! There are lots of good reasons to that way for many years; though now Most people want a puppy or a kit- adopt instead of buying a pet. Buying ten when looking for a furry compan- it is celebrated with a variety of differ- a pet can easily cost $500 to $1,000 or ent parades, festivals, parties, special ion. They do not realize that there are more. Adoption costs range from $50 also amazing older animals in shel- meals, green, and more. to $200, depending on whether the pet With all that being said, even if ters waiting for someone to take them comes from the city shelter or a rescue home. School Should Be Seeking Letters to the Editor

The Trojaneer staff is accepting letters to 120. Letters should be fewer than 200 More Fun the editor. If you would like to respond to words and must include your full name. an article or editorial, or if you would like Letters must be edited for clarity , gram- to share your thoughts on an issue please mar and libel. Molly Landis submit your letter to Ms. Raley in room Staff Writer The Trojaneer Let’s face it, school isn’t always fun. However, there are lots of ways Published six times each school year students and staff can make it more en- joyable. When students make the class- Hampshire High School room a fun environment, students are 157 Trojan Way more willing to learn. Romney, WV 26757 There are many activities that can be planned to make our school a better 304-822-5016 place. Dances, games, plays, concerts, and pageants are all fun ways to bring Editor-in-Chief: Molly Landis our school together. Creating a fun at- Instructor: Jennifer Raley mosphere allows students and staff dents to get excited about our school. to come together as a community. It Whether it’s decorating before dances, Page Editors boosts school morale. cheering at a game, or starting a club, Students should get more involved Page 1: Colton Heavner & Molly Landis Page 8:Deidra Haines & Nathan McDuffie it’s always a great idea to show school Page 9: Adrianna Haines & Aidan Matko in school activities and our communi- Page 2: Deidra Haines & Nathan spirit. McDuffie Page 10: Adrianna Haines & Aidan Matko ty. By joining clubs and volunteering, High school is about getting an ed- Page 3:Molly Landis & Colton Heavner Page 11:Deidra Haines & Nathan McDuf- students can truly make a difference. ucation, but it should also be a time to Page 4 : Destiny Hott & Brianna Maxwell fie Our school offers plenty of fun clubs, make memories. Having fun at school Page 5: Emi Smith & Emma Shreve Page 12: Destiny Hott & Brianna Maxwell why not join one? Being active in our will encourage students to enjoy class Page 6: Destiny Hott & Brianna Maxwell school will allow students to meet like and do their best. Enjoying your high Page 7: Emi Smith & Emma Shreve minded friends. school experience is all about your atti- Lastly, it’s important for staff and stu- tude, so show some school spirit. Editorials theTrojaneer 3 Standardized Testing Is Overrated Legalize Marijuana

March 2019 March Brianna Maxwell Staff Writer

Emi Smith Staff Writer

Standardized testing has been with this feeling more than others. I believe marijuana should be legal to help calm themselves down. controversial since it began. People Anything less than exceptional these in all 50 states for many reasons. Mar- Producing marijuana could result either agree with the tests and think days is overlooked by teachers, and ijuana has been used for medical rea- in one of the largest cash crops and they help the kids, or they completely although students that do exception- sons. It could create jobs if it became would create a lot of jobs and bring in disagree with the whole thing because ally well deserve to get praised, the legal. Many people already smoke money. This would help our economy they believe every kid learns different- students that tried their best should marijuana, and it is already legal in a lot. Some countries like Jamaica and ly, which I also agree with. Standard- also get praised. some states. Belize have already made marijuana ized tests are such a big responsibility I believe these standardized Marijuana has been used for many legal. that most of what teachers teach is for tests should not be taken so serious- medical reasons. It helps relieve nau- Marijuana isn’t a gateway drug like the test. I don’t think getting a good ly. Determining a students’ level of sea. Many cancer patients use it to other drugs. The THC in weed is not grade on these tests should be such learning should not be so dependent help relive their nausea from leukemia addictive. Consumers can become tol- a huge priority for schools because on a test that basically tells you that treatments. Chronic illness patients erant to the THC without a tolerance teachers just teach their kids what’s on you’re wrong for having a different smoke marijuana too. It helps with break, but it won’t cause the user to the test to make them look better as a thought or a different mind process. chronic pain, muscle spasms, and mus- become dependent on it. Marijuana teacher, and I don’t think that should Educators rely on these tests to tell cle tension. People with anxiety use it should be legal in all 50 states. be as big of a value that it is. them the learning abilities of these Instead of teachers and state kids way too much, and some kids and county school officials focusing have test anxiety and can’t even Don’t Forget to Order Your on right or wrong test answers, they show their learning abilities on the should be focusing on teaching kids test. Therefore, I don’t think stan- 2019 Yearbook to think for themselves and be able to dardized tests should be taken so have their own mind. Sometimes tests seriously. can be degrading because it doesn’t necessarily feel great to get a bad grade www.jostensyearbooks.com on a test, and some kids have to deal theTrojaneer 4 News HHS Job Fair

March 2019 March Teacher Q&A

Josh Miller, Guidance Beilan Su, Math Teacher Counselor Elizabeth Seals talks to a representative from S.J. Morse. On March 13, HHS held a job fair for juniors and seniors. Students had the If you didn’t have to sleep, what If you didn’t have to sleep, what opportunity to talk to different representatives from companies. At the job fair, would you do with the extra time? would you do with the extra time? students gathered information on a variety of career options. “I would read the Bible, prepare din- “I would read and work on my gar- ners for the weekend, write more, and den.“ eat more.“ What job would you be terrible at? What job would you be terrible at? “I would be a terrible chef because I (continued from page 1) “I would be terrible at being a pilot be- have a hard time following recipies.” actuallyMeck cares about his students and “What I heard was that the person cause I’m scared to death of heights.” What’s your favorite genre of music? always wants us to do our best in who nominated me had heard a lot What’s your favorite genre of music? “Classical music, symphony class,” said Corbin. about me from my previous students,” “Contemporary Christian.” orchestra.” Senior Mason Roach agrees say- said Meck. If you could spend a day in someone If you could spend a day in someone ing, “Meck is a very good teacher, Meck is the HHS teacher of the year else’s shoes, who would it be and else’s shoes, who would it be and and I definitely think he deserves this and will compete for the same award why? why? award.” at the county level very soon. If he “My dad because I would get to expe- “Politicians because I’d like to see how Meck always puts a lot of effort into wins teacher of the year for Hampshire rience heaven.” they make policies and manipulate his job to benefit his students. County, he will compete at the state If you could instantly become an ex- others.” “I really care that my students learn, level. pert in something, what would it be? If you could instantly become an and I try to explain things very careful- Principal DiAnna Liller added, “He’s “I would want to become an expert at expert in something, what would it ly. Plus I’m always willing to answer great. He’s been teaching math for 30 giving advice, like a life coach. “ be? any questions,” said Meck. plus years and was picked by other “Psychologist.” He also won this award because of teachers. He deserves this award,” said some of his older students from the Liller. past. Giffin Funeral Home & Crematory

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Third Place- Destiny Hott Extemporaneous Health Poster Staff Writer Brandy Wolfgang

First Place- Fellowship of Faith is an HHS orga- “We are currently planning a trip CPR and First Aid nization where Christian students to Winter Jam, which is a concert filled can meet and encourage one another with Christian artists,” said mem- Luke Funk and Aryell Helms through their faith in Jesus Christ. ber Deidra Haines. “It takes place on “We meet every Wednesday during March 30, and is open to anyone who RMS HOSA advisory in the library,” said member is interested.” Virginia Feidler. Member Nathan McDuffie stated Fellowship of Faith currently has that Fellowship of Faith is going to roughly 10 members in the club, but start bible studies during the meetings HOSA winners pose with their First Place- awards. they welcome anyone who wants to as well. In early March several HOSA members Exploring Healthcare Careers join because they love all people. “Our mission is to pray for all as- traveled to the WVHOSA State Lead- Savannah Voit “In the meetings right now, we are pects of the high school and to be mes- ership Conference at Marshall Univer- planning events for fundraising and sengers to all individuals who have making flyers, so we can get our name no faith that they may come to realize sity in Huntington, W.Va. The winners First Place- are now eligible to travel to Orlando, out and bring more people into our God’s unconditional love for them,” Fla. for the 2019 International Leader- Medical Terminology club,” said member Jordan Haslacker. said club advisor Josh Miller. ship Conference. Paige Voit Fellowship of Faith also wants to Fellowship of Faith is a club that plan many events to get others in- continues to strive to reach their goal volved and become closer with each and help others who may need some other as they plan and work together. uplifting. So far, they have hosted two movie nights in the auditorium. theTrojaneer 6 Feature People Share Embarassing Teens Remember Moments

March 2019 March InterestingBrianna Maxwell Dates Staff Writer

When people go on a date there’s the “The dates have all been kind of chance that it can be the best date in the exciting, but I like it best when we go world or a nightmare. on car rides. He just makes me happy,” “My best date was when we went Steinmetz said. to the park and played basketball and Everyone has a dream date. People acted like little kids,” said senior Beth- tend to have very different views of any Hott. what they want it to be. Hott stated it was fun because they “My dream date would be to go laughed a lot and she failed at every- stargazing. There is just something so thing. peaceful about watching the stars on a Doran Bauer falls down the stairs. “The best day for dates is Sunday be- summer night. It’s corny, but it’d prob- Aidan Matko cause I don’t have to work,” said Hott. ably be really fun,” sophomore Emily Staff Writer Some dates can turn out bad. Soph- Storey said. omore Brooklyn Shoemaker went on a Sophomore Kyleigh Robertson Students and teachers have all had date and got some bad news. would be happy doing anything with “Two words: buzz cut,” said Broad- embarrassing moments at school, such “We went to a family dinner, and her boyfriend Barrett See. water. as saying dumb things out loud or fall- I found out he cheated on me from a “I’d just like to spend a day on the Some other students have said dumb ing in front of a large group of people. friend. I had to sit through dinner with beach with Barret,” Robertson said. things without thinking. “Yeah, in middle school I was at his family because I was too awkward Weekends always tend to be a good “Last year in Mr. Grimm’s class, I the front of the class presenting, and I to say anything about it at dinner,” time to go on a date. said the capital of Pennsylvania was was feeling sick and I just puked ev- Shoemaker said. “Saturdays are the best day to go on Hawaii; that was embarrassing,” said erywhere; it was horrible.” said sopho- Other dates can be super exciting dates because we both usually aren’t junior Savannah Garrett. more Evan Lent. and fun. busy, and we can stay out later since Other people have tripped and fall- Freshman Lia Wehland had a similar “A dude was driving me home we don’t have school,” sophomore en in front of a large group of people. messy experience. and halfway there he pulled over and Emily Reid said. “I slipped at lunch and fell in front of “I spilled chocolate milk all over my- chased a deer down on foot. He called Overall dating in general can be fun the entire lunch line of people in mid- self at lunch in middle school,” said me three minutes later so I could see or turn into a nightmare. Either way it dle school,” said senior Alex Ritchie. Wehland. him choking it out,” said junior Taylor makes for a good story to tell friends Sophomore Devon Knight had a sim- Some students think that it is real- Parenteau. and family. ilar mishap at lunch. ly embarrassing to take a look at their Alyssa Steinmetz enjoys just being “I flipped a table on myself at lunch,” past selves. together with her boyfriend Trent Shaf- said Knight. “Remember during freshman year fer. Science teacher Gordon Malhoyt also I was bald? That was embarrassing for is not inclined with gravity. sure,” said junior Coltyn Kile. “I once fell during a lockdown drill Freshman Zach Broadwater had a last year,” said Malhoyt. DNS Pool and Spa similar experience. Bring in this coupon for Services, Inc. $1 off one standard car key or $3 off a chip Fixen Em’ Right Since ‘75 key 540-834-3920 304-496-8900 15951 Northwestern Pike Scott Maxwell Patricia Maxwell Augusta, WV 26704 The Pool Guy Owner Sports theTrojaneer 7 Girls Basketball

March 2019 March Swoops into Wrestling Team States Goes to States

The Lady Trojans gather together before they head off to states.

Kaitlyn Spring Staff Writer

On March 5, the Hampshire High Lady Trojans played Parkersburg High Dustin Swisher earns the title of State Wrestling Champion. School Girls Varsity Basketball team School and sadly left with a loss. left the little town of Romney for Coach Julieanne Buckley said, “I am Molly Landis Charleston, for the state basketball very proud of how come this team of Staff Writer tournament. girls came. Even though we had some Senior Hannah Gordon said, “Going upsets this year, I couldn’t be more The Hampshire High School wres- and got our minds right for the compe- to states my senior year was a great ex- grateful and proud of each and every tling team traveled to Huntington on tition,” said junior Ben Lambert. perience, and I wouldn’t have wanted girl on this team.” Feb. 19 for the state wrestling compe- The state competition lasted for two it any other way.” At the tournament there were tition. For the second year in a row, se- days. During that time, the athletes The Lady Trojans had to beat Jeffer- eight teams from all of the triple AAA nior Dustin Swisher is the state cham- had fun and made a lot of memories. son High school to be sectional champs, schools in West Virginia. Hampshire pion. “My favorite memory from this year and then Spring Mills High School to High was ranked eighth, and the team “It felt great to win. The hardest part was riding in the car to states while be regional champs. The Lady Trojans they played was ranked No. 1, so it of the match was keeping my nerve talking about turtles,” said Lambert. practiced hard and earned their ticket was a tough battle. down,” said Swisher. Now that the season is over, wres- to the state tournament. Junior Nicole McManamay stated, The team was successful because of tlers are looking forward to next year. Senior Breanna Spring said, “Being “The biggest struggle for us this year their dedication to the sport. “Next year, I want to get bigger and able to win sectionals, regionals and was that we were a very short team, “The team did great overall. We has wrestle up a weight class,” said sopho- being able to go to states was a dream and that became difficult in a game sit- lots of first-year wrestlers go to states, more Barret See. come true to me. Going to states was uation, but we showed everyone that which is really good,” said senior Jacob The HHS wrestling team had an an amazing feeling especially after the our height doesn’t matter and we are Curry. amazing season. The boys worked year we’ve had, coming out on top for capable of doing anything.” The HHS wrestlers competed against hard and made the school proud. our region and having fun at states The team wasn’t discouraged from the best wrestlers in the state. The boys was unbelievable.” the loss because all of them said, “We had to work hard and do their best ev- The team left on Tuesday March 5 made it here, and that’s all that mat- ery day throughout the season. and played the big game the follow- ters.” “I placed third at states, which is bet- ing day, Wednesday March, 7. The ter than I expected. We practiced a lot News theTrojaneer 8 Students Participate in Short Glenna Hops into the Spotlight FFA Week March 2019 March Adrianna Haines Emi Smith Staff Writer Staff Writer

Every year FFA members celebrate ”FFA week is a week to celebrate what FFA week with numerous fun activi- impact it has on all of us and to share ties. However, this year was cut short what it’s all about.” Every year the state of West Virgin- Alt started therapy sessions with the due to bad weather. FFA only had the Several FFA members commented it ia awards one teen out of the entire special ed classes at HHS. “I love the opportunity to celebrate FFA week for was a bummer to hear that FFA week state a Youth Volunteer of The State joy my bunnies bring to others, so I’ve one day. would only be celebrated for one day. of West Virginia award. Junior Glenna continued to do it ever since,” Alt said. FFA member Madison Corbin said, FFA member Hannah White said, “I Alt recently received this outstanding Volunteer work is important to Alt, “I was excited for this week because wish we could’ve done the full week, award. because it makes people happy. Alt we were going to get to do fun activ- but we only got to celebrate Friday.” “I had received this award by vol- encourages people to volunteer more ities all week.” FFA planned a whole week of activ- unteering at a nursing home, Genesis often. FFA week isn’t just for fun activ- ities, but the FFA members only got to Healthcare at Romney,” said Alt. Alt said, “I want to continue volun- ities every day in class, for members, experience the escape room. For this award, Genesis Healthcare teering as long as I can, I do not want it has more of a meaning. Each year, FFA member Parker Richardson recommended Alt to the state. There to stop.’ She would also like to expand FFA members from across the country said, “We did an escape room on Fri- were other teens eligible for this award to other nursing homes and other plac- unite to celebrate and recognize the day, and it was pretty fun.” too. The Genesis Healthcare nursing es eventually. importance of FFA. home will have a small get together to “My grandmother has always been FFA member Emma Ramsey said, celebrate Alt’s award, and then Alt will important to me and an inspiring per- travel to Morgantown in May. son in my life, and she got me where I Alt brings her rabbits to the nursing am today” said Alt. home and has an event called “bunny therapy.” “I started going to nursing homes Students Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day when my grandmother was admitted Nathan McDuffie to Genesis Healthcare,’ Alt explained. Staff Writer “She always loved animals, so I thought that I would bring the rabbits in to visit,” said Alt. Hampshire High School students Day who don’t wear green,” said soph- Alt then started to take the rabbits and staff have their own ways of cele- omore Katie Alderman to other residents throughout the nurs- brating Saint Patrick’s Day, a religious Pinching people became a tradition ing home. Alt currently has 20 rabbits, holiday in remembrance of the death as a reminder that leprechauns could eight of them are pregnant, and she is 22700 Northwestern Pike, of St. Patrick. sneak up and pinch someone if they expecting new bunnies soon. Romney, WV, 26757 “I don’t know much about St. Pat- were not wearing green. Pinching peo- rick’s Day, but I do celebrate it,” said ple who don’t wear green started in the 304-822-3689 junior Kandi Caldwell. United States in the 1700s, but science St. Patrick is known for the shift be- teacher Patricia Maxwell prefers to tween Paganism to Christianity. The stay closer to more Irish traditions. anniversary of St. Patrick’s death is “I eat Irish meals on St. Patrick’s March 17, 460 AD. Most students who Day such as cabbage and potatoes,” celebrate St. Patrick’s Day wear green. said Maxwell. Those who celebrated St. Patrick’s Corned beef and cabbage, Irish soda Day believed it made one invisible to bread, and shepherd’s pie potato bowls leprechauns and other mythical crea- are popular meals eaten on St. Patrick’s tures if they wore green. Day. McDonald’s has their own way of “I don’t do much to celebrate St. Pat- celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with their rick’s Day, but I do wear green socks own special menu item: The Shamrock and green earrings,” said sophomore shake, which is back this year until Shelby Westfall. March 24. “I plan to wear a Hampshire gray In celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, and green sweatshirt for St. Patrick’s customers can order the Shamrock Day,” said sophomore Mikhi Ander- shake from McDonald’s. Although son. people wear green, eat traditional According to CNN statistics, 83 per- food and pinch friends, there are peo- cent of Americans celebrate St. Patrick’s ple who don’t celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day by wearing green. Some Hamp- Day all together. shire High students, such as Caldwell, “It’s just another day for me,” said plan to wear green for St. Patrick’s Day sophomore Doran Bauer. so she doesn’t get pinched. Member FDIC “I pinch people on Saint Patrick’s Feature theTrojaneer 9 Meet the Trojaneer Staff! Brianna Maxwell March 2019 March Molly Landis Staff Writer Editor-in-Chief Colton Heavner Alex Cotto-Santos Staff Writer Staff Writer Senior Molly Landis is the editor of the Hampshire High School news- paper, the Trojaneer. She has been in Sophomore Brianna Maxwell is one journalism for two years now. of the brightest new writers on The Tro- “I enjoy journalism because I like janeer staff. She likes writing about a writing and want to be updated on variety of topics, but she occasionally stays happy. school events,” said Landis. procrastinates. “The best part of going to school is The editor generates story ideas, as- Maxwell said, “I enjoy being a staff seeing my friends and my boyfriend,” signs article, and oversees the news- writer, but it can be stressful because I said Maxwell paper publication process. like to procrastinate.” Maxwell is a smart girl who hates West Virginia University, and I am “I want to make the paper fun and Maxwell’s day at HHS is very busy, school but can make things fun for her- pre-admitted to the nursing program. write about important school events,” but she enjoys being a staff writer. self. She loves food and claims to “bor- I am excited to learn and help others,” said Landis. “Good writing consists of having a lot row” food from anyone. In her free said Landis. In journalism class, students get to of patience when it stresses me out. time, she enjoys spending time with Landis is graduating in the spring conduct interviews and write about a Writing for the Trojaneer can be dif- her family and friends. and although she is excited, she will variety of topics. The students have ficult, but I enjoy every second of it,” “My mom and I really like to cook miss her friends and family in Hamp- fun writing about their favorite sub- said Maxwell and bake. It’s really awesome because shire County. jects. Maxwell, just like any other stu- we get to eat a lot of food while we’re “I have had a great four years here. “I like to write editorials because I dent, has to wake up early and come doing it,” said Maxwell I made a lot of friends and really en- can give my opinion. But also, I like to school. She really dislikes the home- Despite the challenges that may joyed goofing off with my friends in news articles because I get to inter- work and some of the annoying kids come her way, Maxwell always finds a journalism class. I will miss going to view people,” said Landis. who attend the school, but she is way to have fun and enjoy the people the games and being involved with the around her. Writing for The Trojaneer Landis is looking forward to at- thankful to get to see her friends. She community, but I am ready for some- has allowed her to make more friends tending college after high school. tries to keep a positive mindset and thing new,” said Landis. and have a better school day. “I want to study nursing at the Health Mart 22630 Northwestern Pike Pharmacy Romney, WV 26757 John & Tammy Lambert

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Colton Heavner March 2019 March Emma Shreve Staff Writer Staff Writer

Having a twin may look super fun, Some students work throughout but according to twins Austin and An- high school to save money and gain thony Voit, it isn’t as fun as it looks. experience. The Voit twins are sophomores at “I have worked at FNB Bank as a HHS. Although the two are only fra- teller for about eight months. I like it ternal twins, they still deal with the because I get to work with people and common questions every set of twins have nice co-workers,” said senior get asked on a daily basis. Molly Landis. Both agree that having a twin isn’t as read each other’s minds and can even There are a lot of benefits to working great as people make it out to be. communicate to one another without in high school. Landis said having a “I don’t like having a twin, because speaking. The Voit twins don’t believe job is a great way for students to learn we both get punished if one of us gets in any of those myths. how to manage and save money. Senior Molly Landis is on the path in trouble,” said Austin Voit. “We definitely don’t have any kind “I work at the Candle Wick in Key- to success. “I don’t like it either, because we of twin powers like people think we ser, and I make good money for being have to share everything,” said Antho- do,” said Austin Voit. a teenager,” said junior Cali Kobasiar. ny Voit. “No, I don’t think any twins actually However, having a job in high school People often confuse twins with have twin powers,” said Anthony Voit. brings added pressure and responsibil- Teens can find jobs in stores, grocery each other and mix up their names Even though having a twin isn’t al- ities to a student’s life. markets, fast foods, restaurants, and constantly. This probably annoys most ways fun, both twins wouldn’t want to “My boss puts a lot of pressure on more. Senior Keegan Mowery works at twins, but the Voit twins have accepted get rid of their twin. me when I’m working,” said Kobasiar. Shawnee Springs as a cashier. people’s confusion. “I wouldn’t change being a twin, Working throughout high school can “I enjoy working at my job because “When people mix us up it doesn’t because I love my brother,” said Austin be a fun experience. Some students can it is something nice to start out with,” really phase me because it happens so Voit. have fun while on the job. said Mowery. much,” said Anthony Voit. Anthony Voit had a very similar “I am a cook at Main Street Grill, There are endless opportunities for Austin Voit agreed with his brother: answer. “I wouldn’t change it because the work environment is friendly, and I employment in high school that will “I’m used to people calling us by the you always have a friend when you like that I get to work with my friends,” ready teenagers for future careers. wrong names now.” have a twin.” said junior Eli Lemasters. Many people believe that twins can There are a variety of jobs a stu- dent can have when in high school. If you won the lottery what would you do with your money?

“I would donate the money.” “I would donate the money to “I would buy a nice car.” “I would save the money.” any local charities.” - Sierra Moreland - Travis Myers - Shane Moyers - Averyanna Kennedy Entertainment theTrojaneer 11 Movie Review:Happy Death Day 2U Aidan Matko Staff Writer March 2019 March Song Dedications A recent addition to the theatres The movie had some funny mo- nationwide is the sequel to 2017’s Hap- ments and kept me interested. It was “Bonfire” “True Friend” py Death Day, called Happy Death Day interesting to see how the main char- By: Childish Gambino By: Hannah Montana 2U. The movie follows college student acter changed from being kind of From: Sean to Tommi From: Heather M. to Mackenzie & Tree Gelbman; whenever she dies in self-centered in the first movie to car- Hannah B. the movie the day resets, sort of like ing about others in this one. The mov- Groundhog Day. In the first movie she ie also has a considerably lighter tone “Rewrite the Stars” used this to discover the identity of a than the first movie. The movie has a By: Zac Efron “Perfect” killer trying to kill her on her birthday, 67 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, From: Nathan to Deidra By: Ed Sheran who turned out to be her roommate. a 57 percent on Metacritic, and a 6.6 From: Dennis to Emily However, this time the killer targets out of 10 on IMDb. “Mr.Jones” her close friends, and she must reset “Sucker” the day over and over to save them all. By: Counting Crows From: Ms. Raley to Mr. Jones By: Jonas Brothers From: Destiny to Bri “Diamonds” By: Rihanna From: Carissa to Rhiannon

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Aries (March 21- April 19): Libra (Sept 23- Oct. 22): Make sure you think before you There are going to be a few speak, as you are bound to lose changes made in your life, small your temper. or big, for the better. Taurus (April 20- May 20): Scorpio (Oct. 23- Nov.21): Distance will be your friend for a You will laugh more this month while, whether it is from friends than you ever have before. or enemies. Gemini (May 21- June 20): Sagittarius (Nov. 22- Dec. 21): Get ready because a lot is com- Be ready because an unexpected ing your way this month, and event will catch you off guard your agenda will be packed. later in the month. Cancer (June 21- July 22): You will be overwhelmed with Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): lots of energy and be extremely This month you will stay in a hyper. Leo (July 23- Aug.22): dreamy type of state. You will face many trials this Aquarius (Jan. 20- Feb. 18): month, but will overcome every You should avoid spicy foods at single one. all cost this month. Virgo (Aug. 23- Sept. 22): Pisces (Feb. 19 - March 20): Everything will be going swell Be happy because good fortune for you for a while, so you have is coming your way. nothing to worry about.