The Leprechaun G ld A student publication of St. Vincent - St. Mary High School Akron, Ohio May 3, 2019 Vol. XLVIII * Issue No. 6 There’s a fine line between a good man and an evil one By Abby Minear and shows no remorse for those he killS. el, Lucy Harris, was played by sophomore Henry Jekyll is destined to marry Emma Julia Mullin. The role of Emma Carew, was he Leprechaun Theatre Guild brought Carew, but their plans are complicated brought to life by senior, Katie Morber. Ttheir production of Jekyll & Hyde: The when Dr. Jekyll meets a mistress, Lucy Musical to a close on Sunday, March 31. Harris, at the Red Rat and his world is St. Vincent- St. Mary’s drama department In this thrilling drama, Dr. Henry Jekyll turned upside down. Henry Jekyll inflicts was led in two months of preparation by experiments with the idea of the duplic- the battle with his alter ego upon him- Mr. Neary and his nephew, Kevin Mur- ity of human nature. Through his exper- self, and tries to save the ones he cared for phy (VM12). Putting on a production of iments he discovers his second nature, most from the infamous Edward Hyde. this size would not have been possible Edward Hyde, who commits evil crimes without the help of Sara Schwendeman, Senior David Baldini took on the Peggy Murphy, Rae Presz, Mrs. Arbaugh, split role of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Mr. Campbell, and the stage crew. Senior Hyde, and seamlessly transitioned stage managers Holly Adam and Cadence between the two personalities Dangerfield worked tirelessly to make throughout the show. “Jekyll and sure the show ran flawlessly, but they Hyde was my most challenging and couldn’t have done it without the help most enjoyable role to create. From of senior light and sound booth manag- the passion and drive of Jekyll to ers, Cassandra Gilkey and Evie Goulet. the darkness and evil of Hyde it was crazy to combine these two As the theatre closes the curtain on the characters into one. There was nev- final production of the year, they say fare- er a moment where I wasn’t doing well to 22 seniors, who have dedicated something. I couldn’t have asked their time and talent to the Leprechaun for a better last show and cast, pro- Theatre Guild. We anxiously await to see duction staff and crew to perform what the theatre will present next fall. Photo by Yearbook Staff it with.” The head lady of the broth- Closer to Heaven on K37 By Cadence Dangerfield something everyone should experience.” on Kairos because it can stand for much more than a religious retreat. This re- n April 2, the largest and last group of Alexia Peart, a senior retreatant, remarks, treat is for everyone. And to those that Oseniors, plus the thirteen junior lead- “Kairos was such a life changing experi- attended, remember to live the fourth. ers, started their journey of reflection and ence. It not only taught me faith on the Kairos retreat. This group con- that everyone has a story sisted of 54 retreatants and 10 senior leaders, but it also taught me per- alongside Mrs. Spinner, Ms. Diamond, Mrs. spective. I feel closer to God Dedinsky, Mr. McKrill, and Mr. Brown- and hope everyone gets the field. All the students have looked forward opportunity to experience.” to this retreat since freshman year, and with the juniors there to share in the experience, Next year, this group hopes the expectations were beyond fulfilled. that all the upcoming se- Elliot , one of the junior leaders, says niors attend and we wish “Kairos has easily become one of my fa- the best of luck to the new vorite things about St. Vincent - St. Mary leaders as well. Even if and has helped build a stronger bond be- you aren’t faithful, or even tween me and my classmates. I’m already Catholic, consider going excited for next year and thinking it is Photo by Campus Ministry Page 2 News 3 May 2019 What is Earth Day and why do we still celebrate The Leprechaun Gold in 2019? St. Vincent - St. Mary High School By Grace Dubravetz The United States Environmental Protection 15 N. Maple Street Agency was created and the Clean Air, Clean Akron, OH 44303 n April 22, 2019, more than one billion Water and Endangered Species Acts passed. Opeople hailing from almost every country By the 1990s, 200 million people in 141 differ- On the web: www.stvm.com in the world rallied together to demonstrate ent countries participated in Earth Day rallies and demonstrations. Over one billion people ADVISOR their support for the protection of the Earth and its inhabitants. Earth Day is an annual still celebrate today! Ms. Meghan Dannemiller VM12 celebration observed worldwide to promote CO-EDITORS-IN-CHIEF the awareness and understanding of universal So, how can you get involved? There are tons Grace Dubravetz VM19 environmental issues. At the apex of rapid ex- of opportunities around Akron to get your Cadence Dangerfield VM19 tinction rates, toxic industrial emissions and hands dirty. Keep Akron Beautiful is a great climate change controversy, this year’s Earth resource to start looking into opportunities, CONTRIBUTING EDITORS like their own Clean Up Akron Month, an Chloe Feezel VM19 Day might just be the most important one yet. Mikaela Leeser VM19 opportunity for the Akron community to go Parker Police VM19 It wasn’t until the 1970’s that the urgency of green during the month of April! STVM’s Maria VanDevere VM19 the deteriorating environment was consid- own Environmental Conservation Club will be holding a campus clean-up, open to all, to STAFF REPORTERS ered. In early 1970, Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin concerned himself with putting pick up litter around the school. But there’s VM19: Rhiannan Stams environmental issues onto the national agen- tons of things you can do on your own, too, Darius Cone Ada Wysznski da and pitched the idea for a “national teach- like saying no to plastics (consider glass food Antoinette DiFeo in on the environment.” A month later, over containers, water bottles and paper grocery Giuseppe DiFeo VM20: 20 million people participated in demon- bags), buying second-hand clothing, eating Gabriel Hamilton Alex Palmer strations spanning the country rallying for a less meat and planting pollinator-friendly Madalyn Morse Ben Rosenfeld healthy and sustainable environment. This led flowers. The change can and will only start Dalen Peeks to stronger support for the acknowledgement with you, so get out there and go green! Alex Philip VM21: of environmental crises plaguing the world. Morgan Pulling Emily Bame Sam Showalter Aaron Bush Oh the Places We’ll Go: Showcase 2019 Matt Sollenberger Abby Minear By Ben Rosenfeld students who greeted, served, and talked with the guests. Every year, STVM has got- The Irish Prayer n Saturday, April 6, St. Vincent-St. Mary ten a large number of volunteers, and this May the road rise Ohigh school hosted its annual “Show- year didn’t disappoint. As a student volun- to meet you, case” event. The Showcase is STVM’s largest teer, you received seven service hours for May the wind be fundraiser, and all proceeds directly benefit helping. Along with the service hours, meet- always at your back, the school. The goal of this yearly event is ing and talking to the attendees of this year’s May the sun shine simple; help send more students to STVM. showcase was a great time, and all students warm upon your face. Proceeds are also utilized to help with various should consider giving it a shot next year. May the rains fall maintenance and needs around the school. soft upon your fields. The Showcase this began at 5:30 And, until we meet again, P.M. Guests were provided with a delicious May God hold you in the meal, unique items to bid on, and a great at- Hollow of His hand. mosphere in the LeBron James Arena. The items at this years Showcase varied from The Leprechaun Gold is published trips to exotic places, to small items and bas- throughout the year for the students kets with miscellaneous treats. It was truly of St. Vincent-St. Mary High School. an enjoyable evening for all who attended. Letters to the editor are encouraged, provided they do not contain This great event would not have been pos- disruptive material to the educational sible without the various volunteers STVM process, and that they are signed. had. Volunteers ranged from donors, to par- This paper reserves the right to edit ents who helped decorate and set up, to the submitted material for length. Photo by stvm.com 3 May 2019 Updates Page 3 STVM stand outs at Science Fair Talent show By Matthew Sollenberger By Cadence Dangerfield n March 25, 2019 a group of 15 St. Vincent-St. Mary students he wonderfully talented students of St. Vincent - St. Mary had Otook their talents to The University of Akron to compete in Tthe opportunity to showcase their talents on Friday, April 12 the District Science Fair. Over three hundred students traveled in the theatre. Both Student Council and ITS worked together to to participate. Out of 15 STVM students, 11 of them received a put on the event, and the audience was filled with enthusiastic superior score from the judges. The superior score qualifies the students and families. students for the science fair state championship. Those students include freshman Laney King, Jimmy Warholy, Luke Werckman; After the performances that consisted of magic tricks, singing and sophomores Lucy dancing, and some comedy acts, the judges handed out the cash Chmura, and An- prizes.