Frank Scott Bunnell S C R I B E Bunnell High School * 1 Bulldog Blvd, Stratford, CT 06614 * Monday, September 30, 2013 * Volume LIII, Issue 1 Sophomores Get “Connected” to Community Celeste Burnett ficer Patricia Tesla. They devel- the sophomore civics classes Editor oped partnerships with various thanks to the collaborative efforts On Sept. 26th, BHS held its community organizations to provided by Priddle, Vienneau, 11th annual Community Con- make it easier for students to ful- and Tesla. nections Program. The program, ly understand what the Stratford “Community Connections for all sophomores, was held on Community has to offer. helps to foster relationships Bunnell’s Athletic Field. The pro- “This was the 11th annual between students and agencies. gram ran from 8:30 a.m. to10:10 year and it is a very successful I think they gain a sense of a.m. program. Students have been able knowledge, resources, contacts, The program started when the to get connected with the com- and some visual interests. This students gathered on the turf and munity on a different level, find also exposes students to different split into five different groups led out about career options, and programs, jobs, and information. by the Ushers Guild members. work in the community. They get I just love when the kids see the Mr. Christopher Koch reminded connected and understand the helicopter. ,” Officer Tesla said. students of appropriate behavior services available to them. The Tesla has been working with and respectfulness. most important thing is that the Priddle and Vienneau for six Lt. Bob Daniel, C.J., Tim O’Flynn, Chris Wieber, and Lt. Vendel Orban Community Connections is students can sign up for volun- years, contributing to the Com- of Company 4 stationed in Oronoque. Photo Credit: Celeste Burnett organized by Ms. Vicki Priddle, teer hours,” Priddle explained. munity Connections efforts. “The Fire Department, believe Ronca of the Air-Force Reserve Dr. Jennifer Vienneau, and Of- The program is aligned with Many of the community mem- it or not, we do more than you explained. bers did their part to participate think. We aren’t just waiting The program had many in this program. around for a fire, we do a lot different stations spread out on Community Connections has around the community like; fire the field. Thecommunity partic- positively influenced students prevention as well. It’s important ipants included: The Stratford over the years and contributed to talk to students now about Fire Department Company 4 to many successes in getting this career. It’s hardest nowa from Oronoque, Stratford State students involved with the com- days, because schooling is such Police, CT Career Bus, Stratford munity. an important part of this job. Community Services, South-End “Community Connections Schooling is very important to Community Services, American got me involved with Stratford get these positions,” Lt. Vendel Cancer Society (Relay for Life), Recreation and I signed up for Orban explained. Stratford Police Department K-9 volunteer hours. It got me moti- “This is a good oppurtunity Patrol, Stratford Volunteer EMS vated to get me involved in my for them to learn of the different (included students from SHS) Sophomores were grouped into five groups on the field while listening to community. I joined BuildOn,” branches of the Community and Stratford Parents Place. Mr. Koch. Photo Credit: Celeste Burnett senior Mary-Kate Early stated. and reap the benefits,” Sgt. Erin Scott Wins Presidency Senior Parking Takes a Turn Lizzie Cerino and payment to receive their increase. They were upset to hear Editor sticker. they would not get to take ad- Dr. Orr explained that the vantage of parking in the senior The Class of 2014 is seeing district underwent a security lot. "I think it is ridiculous, I was many changes to parking this inspection in March 2013 by the so annoyed after waiting three year. Seniors now have to pay 25 state police. The police depart- years," senior Allie Sajda said. dollars for a parking pass, 15 dol- ment recommended that students Seniors are also upset that lars more than last year's pass. In some teachers are continuing to addition, seniors will no longer “We felt we were lower than park in the front lot. They ques- be able to park in the previously other districts,” Principal Dr. tion why they are not allowed named “senior parking lot” locat- Orr said, regarding the new to park in the old senior lot if ed to the north of BHS. the teachers are continuing to Senior Liz Ruggiero is upset price of the parking passes. park in the front lot. “It is a load Secretary Lawrence Lam, Vice President Monika Hlinka, President Ra- about the price of the parking of rubbish that we cannot park chel Scott, and Treasurer Joseph Pellegrino. Photo Credit: Lizzie Cerino park closest to the door. Dr. Orr pass, “I think it is ridiculous that in the senior lot,” senior Matt Lizzie Cerino making the four years memora- stated that having students in the they upped the parking pass to Varney said. Editor ble.” main lot is safer for evacuation. $25.” "If it keeps the students safe, Class elections were held this Class Secretary Lawrence Lam "We always listen to the police," The “senior parking lot” is then I am happy to park wher- week for class of 2017 officers, stated, “I’m excited this position Dr. Orr said. now designated for staff parking, ever I need to," social studies and Rachel Scott won the posi- opened up and that I’m guar- After the inspection, the police and the seniors will park in the teacher Mr. Roberts said. tion of class president. “I want anteed a spot on class council also recommended that BHS lot in front of BHS, located to the Science teacher Mrs. Cline is to make a positive influence on because I’m more than honored install a system to further ensure right of the tennis courts. only concerned with the absent my class to make them success- to be able to take part in leading safety. This new system will allow According to Principal Dr. walkway which leads from the ful,” president Rachel Scott said. and taking care of the class of teachers to swipe a card to gain Dudley Orr, the price of parking new teacher parking lot to the Running unopposed in all other 2017.” access in and out of school before passes is being raised because building. “The major concern positions, Monika Hlinka will “My chief concern is making a and after school hours. BHS has it has not been raised for a few is that there is no pathway in be class vice president, Lawrence positive impact on my classmates not implemented this change yet. years. “We felt we were lower inclement weather,” Cline said. Lam will be class secretary, and and leading them to the best “I think that that would increase than other districts,” Orr said. Some seniors are not bothered Joseph Pellegrino,who was run- of my ability,” treasurer Joseph safety. It would definitely help BHS uses some money to about the change. “I honestly do ning against Scott for president, Pellegrino said. me,” English teacher Mrs. Braniff keep the parking lot in good con- not care. I still get to park my car; will be class treasurer. “I would like to see them get said. dition. Orr noted that the money it is closer to the front door we Monika Hlinka, elected vice the freshmen class ainvolved and Seniors were very unhappy is not only profit. As in the past, all go in anyway,” senior Priscilla president said “I look forward raise as much money as possible,” with the news of parking price students return an application Mahar said. to getting to know my peers and class advisor Mr. Rooney stated. School Spirt New Superintendent The Mortal Instruments:City of Sports New Teacher Features Page 3 Page 4 Bones Review Page 5 Page 7 Page 8 Page 2 NEWS AND BRIEFS September 2013 Upcoming Band and Guard Win First Competition Tajea Walton didn’t compete against any other Staff Reporter teams. In fact, only two bands Events performed at the event in differ- After practicing two nights ent divisions, meaning they both Sept. 26 a week throughout the whole took home first place trophies. Community Connections on Turf Field summer, the Marching Band took Band competitions are judged home a first place trophy at their on many different kinds of Oct. 5 first competition of the season at criteria. They are judged on the SAT Administration at BHS Danbury High School. quality of their music, quality of 8 a.m. The 140 band members performance, and the way they played several pieces of music as march. They are also judged Oct. 11 a tribute to the 50th anniversary on how the effectiveness and First Marking Period Progress Reports of the Beatles. “The Beatles have entertainment value of the per- great music. Ten years ago, we formance. Members in the band Oct. 16- Oct. 17 did a 40th anniversary tribute include students from Flood, Underclassmen Photos to The Beatles. Judges awarded Wooster and Stratford High as (From left to right) Miguel Legaspi (SHS) Jose Vasquez, Thomas Hong, many points, students enjoyed well. Jordan Sells, and Erin MacLeod. Photo Credit: US Bands Oct. 17 it, and the crowd loved it, “ said The band includes four drum rough but the guard usually pulls against anyone. The band didn’t 8th Grade Orientation - Parents Only Mr. Miller, band director, when majors Heaven Sealy and Patrick it together for the performance. fall apart though which is always Auditorium asked as to why he decided to do Barnum, who are seniors, and I’m proud of how much we’ve a good thing.