FalconaireA Publication of Monmouth Regional High School SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2007 • VOLUMe 45 • issUE 01 OPINIONS SPORTS FEATURES Although Mrs. Marlene Kroel WORLD NEWS Walking through the hallways, students The boys put themselves with worked at Monmouth Regional for “The trips to Uganda are the most greet each other by holding up their index this group of powerhouses when 17 years, she worked as a teacher fulfilling experience of my life,” says and middle finger, and yelling “peace out!” they won the B-North division for for over 40, teaching every grade Ms. White. the first time in twenty-five years. andI ask myself if these words are genuine. from Kindergarten to high school. – page 03 – page 05 – page 04 – page 06 Relaying a Good Message Evan Gallinetti Staff Writer rom HEIFER International largest fund-raising team at Mater to Support the Troops to Dei for the second year in a row. F“painting the school pur- While at Relay for Life, MRHS ple,“ Monmouth Regional stu- also won the team spirit award dents are big on lending a hand for being the most involved and for charities. After just two years having the most participants. of being involved in the national Students began raising Relay for Life, a fundraiser that money a month before the actual benefits the American Cancer relay. Students received donations Society, who knew that MRHS individually from family, friends, would be the leading school in and neighbors, and raised money earning money for its region? collectively through a car wash. Relay for Life is an an- For an important event like Relay nual overnight event in which for Life, every donation counts. teams of participants take turns “The cause is very im- walking a track all night long. portant to me,” says Rachael The marathon of sorts is de- Kenney, the class of 2007 or- signed to recognize survivorship ganizer who brought Relay for and raise money for research and Life to Monmouth Regional in programs for ACS. This past 2005. “I’ve known several people year, Monmouth sent 12 teams whose lives have been severely of varying sizes to walk at Mon- affected by cancer- and because mouth County’s regional relay, the event is so much fun. It which was held at Mater Dei brings people together while rais- Photo by Evan Gallinetti High School in June. The 100- ing both awareness and money.” ABOVE are just eight of the 100-plus MRHS students who camped out at Relay for Life on June 15. plus MRHS students raised just Others who par- over $14,000 for the event. This ticipated in the event went “I felt like I was donating that my contributions helped out search,” says junior Taylor Savoca, made Monmouth Regional the simply to help others. to a good cause and I like to think families and doctors for more re- a team captain at the 2007 event. The Buzz at MRHS The latest from the first Prinicipal’s Advisory Committee meeting, Quiet policy to quell problems held on October 3. Katie Hieber Sam Pelissero Staff Writer Staff Writer here is no doubt but what the student must do to not a student should remain on • PSATs: Mr. Zorski of the career center has been generous enough to that the buzz at correct it.” Students on social social probation.” The committee pay the $13 fee for each member of the sophomore class to take the PSATs TMonmouth Regional probation must plead their case also decides what events the on October 17. Juniors are also able to take this test, but they must pay the is the new social probation to the Discipline Committee student can or cannot attend. fee. There will be a 2-hour-and-45 minute delay on this day for all other rule. However, after at a disciplinary hearing. The “I think it is a good idea, students not taking the test. interviewing students, it Discipline Committee is a but I don’t think it will affect the • Student IDs: Last year was the first year where wearing your student is clear that the student group of teachers who volunteer school,” says junior Skye Buck. ID was enforced and this year is no different. In order for students to be let body knows very little to serve as a liaison between “Although it will affect out of class at any time, they must have not only their passports but their about the new policy. the administration and the certain students, it will not have student IDs in a visible place. “The ID doesn’t have to be worn around your “I don’t really student on social probation. much of an affect on the rest neck. As long as it is on your person, you will be fine,” Mr. Teeple says. know what it is, but I guess “It is the Discipline of the student body,” Teeple • Safe Driving Class: In order for students to get a parking decal, it could be helpful,” says Committee’s job to evaluate the says, “Some students may they must attend a safe driving class offered during the year. The class will sophomore Elena Kokakais. student’s progress,” says Assistant even graduate from Monmouth be held in the PAC starting in December. The class informs students about Upon discovering Principal Larkin, “The Discipline Regional not knowing what it is.” all topics dealing with being a responsible driver. that the school’s discipline Committee decides whether or • Bonfire: October 19 is MRHS’s first bonfire since the mid-90s. At measures were ineffective one point there was an annual bonfire for all students and staff across the for some students, street from the 100 wing but since the tennis courts now occupy that space, Principal Teeple began the bonfire has been repositioned to the pop warner field in Tinton Falls. See researching some new Ms. DelloRusso for more information. ideas. He discovered that • New Telephone System: This year, our school has a new telephone other schools have been system. Now each teacher has his/her own voicemail for easy access for using social probation and parents and guardians. found it effective. “Social • School Building Improvements: Over the summer, the school has probation is simply another been renovated in few ways. The roof has been entirely torn off due to water avenue of punishment damage and a new roof was built. The roof of the 500 wing is the next while still keeping the to be repaired. Last year’s renovations on the 700 wing bathrooms were students in school,” he says. quite successful but the plan to renovate the remaining bathrooms came to Students who a halt when money ran out. Due to the immediate need of window repairs chronically misbehave are throughout the school, the bathrooms will just have to wait. prohibited from attending The next meeting is on November 14 for anyone interested in coming school functions such as to discuss school-wide topics. See Mr. Teeple for more information. dances, pep rallies, and assemblies. According to Photo by Sarah Boyd Teeple, “It does not ask what the teachers must THE DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE met for its first meeting after school do to correct the problem, on October 3. 2 September/October 2007 new faces in the crowd Falconaire Mrs. Carol Perdoni was once Mrs. Patricia Dorsey is a new “The atmosphere at MRHS is a student of MRHS but now she Ms. Jacqueline Ambrusz, Mrs. Gayle Fitzmaier heads the student aide at Monmouth. comfortable and a pleasant place comes back as a teacher’s aide. former student teacher and Monmouth Guidance Depart- Fun fact: she likes to go to to work”, says Ms. Tina Legere, “MRHS has changed...it has more new science teacher, graduated ment after 16 years in the biz. water parks. “One of my who is back after a two-year sports, clubs, and its curriculum from Monmouth University She also is an adjunct profes- favorites is Hurricane Harbor.” hiatus and teaches Algebra I, has become academically better.” with a degree in Biology, sor at Monmouth University. Of Math Lab 10, and Number Sense. and really enjoys working MRHS she says, “I’m delighted at Monmouth Regional. to join a school where guid- ance is positively regarded.” Mr. Michael Illies, Mon- “I’m impressed with the mouth’s newest physics teacher, “For years I have loved reading Monmouth Regional Guidance has an unusual hobby: black- books and helping others get Department,” says new guidance Ms. Tenisha Gaines is the Mr. Michael Botti, returning smithing and metal work. information on topics involving secretary Mrs. Francine Special Education teacher, new Business Administrator literature,” says Ms. Joyce Reinecke. says he enjoys working at Secretary at Monmouth Regional. Little, MRHS’s new library aide. Monmouth because the students “Everyone is so nice, it’s a and staff are great. He also takes warm family atmosphere.” pleasure in coaching football. Ms. Melanie Kasierman is the Mr. Roger Schneider, who newest teacher of Spanish I, III Mrs. Meredith McGee comes to is teaching chemistry, phys- and French I, II. “The people are Monmouth from Middletown High ics, and Science I this year, Ms. Lauren Ganely is a new friendly and helpful,” she says. School. She teaches special edu- New security guard Mr. cation and coaches the color guard. also will also be taking over the Frank Colachino graduated teacher in the English Department. Physics Club with Mr. Illies. from Lehigh University with Fun fact: she joined the Air National a Masters in political science. Guard right out of high school. When he is not coaching football or lifting weights, you will find him playing the bass guitar.