The Observer Weekly Cloverleaf Inside and Out October 15, 2012 Ever Popular 13 Nights of Halloween By Lauren Strebel and Brandon Johnson Do you feel a chill down your back? Can you feel the spiders crawling in your hair? Hopefully. there are no spi- ders in your hair, but beware to be scared by the 13 Nights of Halloween on ABCFamily. Starting Friday, Oct. 19, ABCFamily will have their scary family movies. “I usually do not watch the 13 Nights of Halloween, but this year, I am going to because I have not seen a certain movie that will be playing,” said the attendance secretary, Mrs. Wentz. “I watch the 13 Nights of Halloween Johnny Depp and Eddie Murphy star in two movies. Photos courtesy of Wikipedia because Halloween is one of my favor- ite holidays,” stated senior Mike May- cial of Pretty Little Liars will begin at On Sunday, The Sorcerer’s Appren- hugh. 9 p.m. A special guest “glampire,” tice with Nicolas Cage will begin at Starting the ghostly Friday night will Adam Lambert, will be joining the set. 7:30 p.m. be The Mummy at 7 p.m. After that, at Scooby Doo will be starting at 7 p.m. Next up, on Oct. 29, The Mummy will 9 p.m., Addams Family Values will be on Wednesday. be playing again starting at 8:30 p.m. the next attraction. “Scooby Doo is my favorite because I Edward Scissorhands will kickoff On Saturday, Oct. 20, at 8 p.m., the grew up watching it,” stated freshman Tuesday night at 7 p.m. Watch Johnny three witches will return in Hocus Po- Allyson Young. Depp play a young boy, with scissors cus. Watch the two teenagers, a little On Oct. 27, Eddie Murphy will star as hands, fall in love with a beautiful girl, and an immortal cat put an end to in Haunted Mansion beginning at 7 young teenage girl. the witches’ reign of terror. p.m. Join in the fun of trying to avoid “My favorite movie would have to be On Sunday, Tim Burton’s The Night- 999 ghosts and the quintet of the sing- Edward Scissorhands,” senior Hallee mare Before Christmas will begin at ing marble busts. Borchart said. “I think Edward is so 6:30 p.m. Jack will try to spread On Friday, watch the living house get cute, and I feel bad for him. I love the Christmas cheer, but in Halloween destroyed by the three little neighbors. music in the movie too.” Town, it turns into a disaster. Monster House will begin at 8 p.m. Finally, when the trick-or-treaters Senior Andy Luce said, “I would At 8 p.m. on Saturday, Disney/ start to come around at 7 p.m. on never miss The Nightmare Before Pixar’s Monsters Inc will be featured. Wednesday, Hocus Pocus will be on Christmas, but Addams Family Values Tune in to see Mike and Sulley change again. This movie is a great way to does not interest me at all.” Monstropolis forever. end the month of October. Monday will feature the Switched at “Monsters Inc is my favorite because Beware of all the ghouls and goblins Birth Fall Finale starting at 8 p.m. For it is watched the most in my house, but as it gets closer to Halloween, but re- a nightcap, Sandra Bullock and Nicole Monster House comes in a close sec- member the 13 Nights of Halloween Kidman will be starring in Practical ond,” stated Principal Bart Randolph. starts on the Oct. 19. Grab some blan- Magic. Watch a curse on love bring Mr. Timm, Cloverleaf’s choir direc- kets, popcorn or candy corn, and sit the family and community together. tor, exclaimed, “I wouldn’t miss Mon- down with the family. Make sure On Tuesday, Oct. 25, there will be a sters Inc, but I could miss Addams ABCFamily is on your TV screen, and Pretty Little Liars marathon running Family Values.” check to make sure no spiders are from 7 to 8. Then, the Halloween spe- around.

Volume 6, Issue 9 2 Features Fall Traditions Kicking In By Rebecca Simpson “Every year, during this time, my “In October, I always go hunting for The month of October is finally family and I plan a trip to West Vir- deer with my friends,” says senior here, and the excitement for the sea- ginia to visit my extended family,” Robby Buckwald. son fills the halls at Cloverleaf High says junior Emily Sommers. “Haunted houses are always a favor- School. The reason behind its popu- “My favorite tradition is definitely ite for me and my best friends,” ex- larity is obvious - there are many fun carving pumpkins with my sister, claims sophomore Jasmine Thurston. activities that students can get in- Mariah, and both my parents,” ex- Though it may seem that fall tradi- volved with and only a short time to claims sophomore Morgan Wood. tions are most fun when spent with do them. “My family and I like having bon- other people, a few Cloverleaf stu- One of the most popular fall tradi- fires late at night,” says freshman Ka- dents find that they enjoy the season tions includes making a trip out to lee Harris. just being alone. Geig’s Apple Orchard. Known for The most popular traditions at Clo- “My absolute favorite part of the fall their variety of different flavored ap- verleaf seem to have friends and fel- season is carving jack-o-lanterns by ples, Geig’s has become a hot spot for low peers involved. myself…in my bathroom,” says sen- all families during the month of Octo- “Going to the Tyler Beery’s fish fry ior Joe Kruggel. ber. is something I look forward to doing “I love just sitting in my room and “I love going to Geig’s every fall; it every autumn,” says junior Kevin drinking hot cider,” says senior Troy has definitely has become a favorite Martin. Shaffer. tradition of mine,” says senior Brit- “I love making fall cookies with the It is evident that the month of Octo- tany Piper. Smith girls,” says sophomore Hannah ber will be full of many fun activities “Going to Geig’s to pick apples is Kotlarek. for the students at Cloverleaf and for something I always make time to do “I ride four wheelers a few more teens that refuse to waste any time during the fall,” exclaims junior Allie times before the winter with all my sitting at home. Reed. buddies,” exclaims freshman Nate The time is here and will not be Other October traditions include Futrell. around for long, so take advantage of spending time with family. the fall season and get yourself in- volved in some autumn traditions. Cavs Expect Big Things from Dion Waiters

By Connor Ploucha “It is possible for them to grab a One thing that fans do not have to be The selected playoff spot. will give skeptical about is how hard Dion Dion Waiters from Syracuse with the Dion a lot of open looks to the basket works to get better. Those who follow 4th pick in the 2012 NBA Draft. This and vice versa. It will be an enjoyable him on social networks, such as Twit- draft choice surprised many people season to watch for Cavs fans,” said ter, see how much he is in the gym. considering Waiters was not even a junior Emily Civittolo. All Cleveland fans should be excited starter at Syracuse. NBA teams could struggle containing to watch this rookie, there could be big Although Waiters was not a starter in Irving and Waiters this season. The things in store for his career. college, he shot up NBA draft boards chemistry between these two players is with his ability to score, his ball han- expected to be extremely high. dling, his passing, and his ability to “They should know where each other attack the rim. Some NBA scouts even is on the court, and be able to make compared his explosiveness and scor- big plays with each other,” said sopho- ing ability to that of Dwayne Wade. more Andrew Jarrett. Cavaliers coach Byron Scott did not There are still many skeptics, though. make it clear that Dion has a reserved Some people believe Waiters will just starting role on the Cavaliers. be another bust and a wasted draft The Cavs may even earn a playoff pick. He was expected to be drafted spot with the one-two punch of Dion mid-first round, instead of the fourth and Kyrie Irving, who is entering his pick, which has many people scared of The Cavs hope Waiters is the answer. sophomore season. how he will perform. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia Commons

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Quiz & First Annual Powder Puff coming Quotes By Allison Fazio & Kenzie Packard “I’ve been making up some cheers for The first Powder Puff tournament at the game,” exclaimed junior J.J. Martin. What are your Cloverleaf High School in some time “I am jumping with joy to cheer on Jun- feelings will be Saturday, Oct. 20 at Gene Clark ior Team #1!” about being on a Stadium beginning at 4 p.m. The play- Many Cloverleaf students plan on at- ers attending in this tournament are tending this event. In a poll taken of 30 powder puff very excited to play. students, 21 students said they were go- team? “I’m a little nervous to play against ing to attend. The other 9 students said the upperclassmen,” stated freshman that they have prior engagements. K.D. Smith. “But, I’m really excited Coaches in this tournament have high and I think it’s going to be a great hopes for their teams. time.” “I think our team is going to kill every Unfortunately, since it’s only flag other team,” exclaimed senior coach football, there are different rules that Nate Sanford. “We have great coaches apply. Some of these rules include no and athletic players.” Alisha LaQuatra(9)- tackling, swearing, or doing things to The new Class Officer advisor also has “I am excited about intentionally hurt other players. Dis- high hopes for this event. the opportunity.” obeying the no contact rules will result “Hopefully, this will be a fun, new tra- in an automatic disqualification of that dition at Cloverleaf,” exclaimed advisor player. Amy Simarro. “This isn’t meant to re- “First person to get disqualified on place anything - just add more activities my team gets Chipotle,” stated senior to Cloverleaf. We would like to have as Robby Buckwald. much of the student body involved as Although some girls may be nervous, possible.” other girls seem like they are ready to Well, there you have it. Many teams Kenzie Packard(11)- go. are prepared and ready to fight for the “I am really excited “I’m not scared to face any other championship title on Oct. 20. If you for something new.” girls,” stated sophomore Camille aren’t on a team or cheer squad, be sure Hughes. “I’m going to destroy anyone to come out and cheer on your favorite that gets in my way.” team! Presale tickets will be on sale With this tournament approaching from Oct. 15-19 and will be $2. Tickets quickly, many people are getting their will also be sold at the gate for $3. teams or cheer squads ready for the big event.

Amanda Hammond(12) “I don’t know anything about football.”

Ms. Hawkins(Staff)- “I am nervous, excited, and I hope this event raises a lot of money.”

October 15, 2012 Disney Has Its Own Fantasyland By Tim Romanotto & Jessie take you through the many twist castle and also a new restaurant Pincombe and turns in the air. for everyone to “Be Our Guest” Since the beginning of Septem- Dumbo the Flying Elephant is for dinner. ber 2009, Disney has been an old time favorite. Dumbo has “I can’t wait for the new area to spreading rumors of adding a new been renovated so you can soar open so I can go to Belle’s restau- area to their Magic Kingdom high above Storybook skies on rant and see the new area when I Park. The area of the park will be two spiraling squadrons. While go down this winter,” senior known as Fantasyland. waiting in line, they have attrac- Emma Rowan exclaimed. It has been about three years, tions so you can play while you Later to come in late 2013, and construction is just about fin- wait. Snow White will have her cabin ished, but some parts of Fantasy- A new addition to the park is and all seven dwarfs with her in land are still hidden from the Casey Jr.’s Splash ‘N’ Soak Sta- the Enchanted Forest. guests. Though Disney has not tion. The station is a circus- Another area that will come in revealed the whole magic of the themed water play area for kids 2013 is the Princess Fairytale park, it is clear that they do not and others that are in need of a Hall, where all of the Princesses want people to see what is soon to cooling refreshment. Adjacent to will await all the little princesses be revealed. Casey’s area is a new train sta- and princes to visit. Fantasyland will be opening in tion. The train will take you “This area is going to be magi- two different phases, the En- through Fantasyland. cally fantastic,” said a happy Sara chanted Forest and Storybook Soon to come to Fantasyland is Fairbairn. “I wish I could go soon Circus, and will double in size the Enchanted Forest. Enchanted so I can see it. I love Disney so upon completion. This will be the Forest is due to open on Dec. 6, much! It is definitely the most biggest expansion in Magic King- 2012, for its grand opening. In magical place on Earth. You will dom history and will offer even this area, you will find all of your always be happy and kiddish more amazing enchantments and favorite Disney princesses. when you visit Disney. Don’t let interactive experiences than Dis- Belle (Beauty and the Beast) and anyone tell you otherwise.” ney is known for. Ariel (The Little Mermaid) are the Fantasyland has replaced the old “This area is going to be bomb; two princesses that have their Toon Town, but this has more can’t wait to go; going to be awe- own area in Fantasyland. Prince build up and hype than Toon some!” junior Sierra Pickett said. Eric’s castle is set for a new ride Town ever had. Fantasyland is The portion of Fantasyland that attraction and Arial’s Grotto is for going to be a great new edition to was inspired by the film Dumbo all to meet their favorite under sea Disney World. has already made its big debut to princess. Belle has the Beast’s the Disney world. There have been many renova- tions to some old, but the most, favorite attractions. Some attrac- tions include: The Barnstormer, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Ca- sey the Jr. Splash ‘N’ Soak Sta- tion and the Fantasyland Station). The Barnstormer is a roller coaster ride for children and it’s very beloved. In this ride, you will hit the sky with the Great Goofini on a spiraling stunt plane. Goofy has goofed his way into The Walt Disney World Entrance is familiar to most. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia being a stunt pilot and going to

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