3000 W. Congress St. Lafayette, LA 70506 Inside This Issue: •Homecoming Court Spotlights pp.4-11 • DACA Editorials pp.18-20 •Homecoming History pp.14-15 •Spooky Music and Movie Reviews pp.12-13 •Harvey Aftermath Coverage pg.21 •Sports Update National Merit Semifinalists pg.16 Evan Casper •Homecoming Gabriel Bohn Alternative List Emmaline Miller pg.17 Anna Espinoza •Homecoming Restaurant Review Alix Basden pp.12-13 22 NEWS October 2017 October 2017 NEWS BRIEFS 33 dents then become eligible for about Everything starts up at 6 p.m. and Parlez-Vous Staff School News 7,500 scholarships valued at about begins to shut down around 8:30 p.m. Editors by Hannah Michel $2,500 each. Lafayette Farmer’s Market- Held Quote of the Month Junior Staff Writer On Oct. 11 the PSAT will be given every Saturday from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Hannah Primeaux “You only live once, but if you do again and the next round of competi- at Moncus Park (the Horse Farm), this Gabby Perrin National Merit Semi Finalists it right, once is enough.” tion will begin for this year’s juniors. venue features local shops and occasion- On Sep. 13, College Board an- ally has performances from local artists. Mae West nounced the National Merit Scholarship Freshman Student Council You can always grab brunch from one of Senior Staff Writer Semifinalists as determined through PSAT Andrew Degeyter The Freshman Student Council held the tents and then walk the park. test scores. Out of the 50,000 test takers, elections on Sep. 15. The results are as The Science Museum- Located roughly 16,000 were recognized with this follows: downtown, this museum has multiple Junior Staff Writers honor. Freshman President-- Gwyneth Rees exhibits that stay up all year including Among the recipients were five Freshman Vice President-- Micaiah dinosaurs, insects, and the planetarium. Olivia Cart students from LHS. Alix Basden, Gabriel Kaitlyn Daigle McZeal Prices: Adult (18 – 61): $5.35 Seniors Bohn, Evan Casper, Anna Espinoza, and Freshman Secretary-- Lily Espinoza (62+): $3.21 Children (4 – 17): $2.14 3 Carley Dupré Questions? Comments? Emmaline Miller were recognized for their Freshman Treasurer-- Hannah Dicker- and under: FREE. Prices are reasonable Liam Jochum high scores. son considering all that you can see. For Concerns? Those who were named are ex- Freshman Sergeants at Arms-- Ethan more details check out their website Hannah Kuhn cited for the possibilities, but also happy Taylor Lejeune Contact Mrs. Manuel in room P’Pool and Emma Long http://www.lafayettesciencemuseum. to see their achievements recognized. Freshman Representatives-- Maddie org. Kate Manuel 231. “Being a Semifinalist opens you up Brown, Danni Gallet, Abigail Fremin, Ada The Lafayette Taco Festival- Fea- Hannah Michel to more scholarships down the line. It’s McClure, William “Hank” Gibbens, Larry tured in last month’s issue, the Lafayette an honor to see all your hard work payoff,” Brown, and Hamood Qureshi Taco Festival has been postponed to Oct. said Emmaline Miller, senior National Honorary Member: 28 from 12-6 p.m. at Moncus Park. Gen- The LHS mission is to inspire and Merit Semifinalist. eral admission is $14 and VIP admission Patrick Abapo The school administration is also empower students within a disciplined, aca- is $50. impressed with the outcome of this com- Happenings in Festivals Acadiens et Creoles- demic environment to become ethical, petition. Held on Oct. 12-15, this festival will fea- Sponsor: “Lafayette High has more Nation- Mrs. Manuel well-rounded contributors to society. Lafayette ture the music, food and history of the al Merit Scholars of any high school in by Hannah Primeaux Acadien and Creole cultures. The festival the parish, including the private schools,” Editor-In-Chief will be held in Girard Park and you can said Ms. Luquette, senior counselor. park for free at Cajun Field, however, it As these Semifinalists make their Living in Lafayette can get a little does cost $2 to ride the shuttle to the way further into the competition, they park. Parking is also available on UL cam- Follow boring sometimes, but this list is here to must submit an essay, a resume--includ- pus, but it cost $10 per car. Music kicks off @parlezvousnewspaper help you when you’re looking for some- ing clubs, leadership roles, and an aca- thing to do. at 5:30 p.m. on the Friday. More details, on Instagram and demic transcript, along with official SAT 2nd Saturday Art Walks- On like the line-up for the weekend, are on @ParlezVousNews on scores. In addition, they must have a let- every second Saturday of the month, their website http://www.festivalsacadi- Twitter for updates ter of recommendation from a principal Downtown Lafayette has a major art ens.com/info/. between each month or other school official. After submitting walk in which multiple museums and Sources: these things, they will be put into con- businesses open for free to showcase https://thetacofestival.com/lafayette/ sideration for the approximately 15,000 the artists of Lafayette. The art varies http://www.lafayettesciencemuseum.org slots allowed for finalists. from live music to clothes to drawn art. http://www.festivalsacadiens.com/info/ If chosen as finalists, these stu- 4 SPOTLIGHTS October 2017 October 2017 SPOTLIGHTS 55 Homecoming Season Justin Bieber’s Crazy “A Bay Bay!” Sass with a Side of Curls by Kaitlyn Daigle by Hannah Michel by Gabby Perrin Junior Staff Writer Junior Staff Writer Co-Editor by Kate Manuel Name: Ali Wood Junior Staff Writer Grade: 12 Name: Dayla Homecoming is a big event for LHS, complete with a Organizations: Name: Brynne Tynes Galmore week of dress up days, a pep rally, a football game, and a semi- Alpha Omega Club Organizations involved in: Student Council, Beta, NHS, Mu Alpha Grade: 12 and Sign Language Theta, Dance Team, and Band. Clubs/Hobbies: Club. formal dance. How long have you been dancing? This is my twelfth year. Cheer, Student Why did you What made you choose the clarinet? I always pictured myself Students were able to vote at orientation for the Home- want to be on playing clarinet when I was able to choose my instrument. Council, SPA, Key coming theme they wanted to see this year. The numbers the Homecoming What are you most excited to be on Court for? I’m so excited to Club, LHS Pride. Court? To have fun. have such an amazing opportunity with such a great group of girls. On a scale of 1-10 showed that The Great Gatsby was a crowd favorite. What songs do you Have you found your Homecoming dress yet? Yes. how excited are know every word Where did you get it? Park Lane in River Ranch. you to be on the “I am very pleased with what [the students] chose for of? Chris Tomlin Favorite past Homecoming memory? I always love going out to Homecoming our school’s Homecoming. Great Gatsby would be an excellent songs. eat and taking pictures with my friends. If you couldn’t Pre-Homecoming plans? Do my hair and makeup, take pictures, Court? 1,002. choice for many reasons. It’s very creative and would seem like win Homecoming and eat. Favorite Queen, who Do you have a Homecoming date? Yes. Homecoming a great time,” said Jace Gisclair, LHS junior. do you want to Who is it? David Hochkeppel. memory? One year Student council, along with the help of Mr. Jonathan win it and why? Where’s the best place to eat before the dance? Ruth’s Chris. I want Joann to What song do you hope they play at Homecoming this year? “A Homecoming was Cole and Ms. Tamara Reeves, are diligently working to make win because she’s Bay Bay” by Hurricane Chris. on my birthday, and this year’s Homecoming the best possible experience they can sweet. What’s your go-to dance move? “The Sprinkler.” the DJ gave me a When people ask Dream celebrity Homecoming date? Ryan Gosling. birthday shout out. you for help, what for Lafayette High students. Student council is in charge of set- Score prediction for the big game? If I predict a good score, will Which Disney do they need help we win? ting up the dance as well as the dress up days and after-school with? Problems. Any hidden villain are you? Cruella de Vil. events during the week. They are meeting frequently in Sep- Describe the color of your Homecoming dress. Cream White. talents? I can lick What will you contribute to the Court this year? This year I’m What was last year’s Halloween costume? Hillary Clinton. my elbow. hoping to bring leadership, passion, diversity, spirit, and pride! Oh, tember to make this year’s Homecoming memorable. I heard you have a date to Homecoming. Tell me more? He How did you and curls. asked me with a cookie cake. learn to do this? Who on the Homecoming Court would win in the Hunger “I’m not going to be the one who regrets not going to What’s your favorite thing about your date? His laugh. I heard that it was Games? Ashlyn Gaar or Amalie Thibodeaux. dances for the rest of their life. Homecoming is a great oppor- What’s your least favorite emoji? A turd. impossible to lick Are there any Homecoming dress day themes you’d like to your elbow so I tried. Favorite movie? The Lizzie McGuire Movie or Moana. tunity for those who are shy to go out and have a good time,” see? A chicken day. What’s your most What does it take to be on the Homecoming Court? You have Books or TV shows or movies: which one do you prefer? TV embarrassing to have respect for yourself and others.