Crimson Record Vol. 60, Issue 2 by The Crimson Record

theCRIMSONrecord duPont Manual High School | volume 60 issue 2 | september, 2011

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THE CRIMSON RECORD CONTENTS OCTOBER, 2011 PAGE 2

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Virginia Johnson

DESIGN DIRECTOR

NEWS

Micah McClain (Entertainment Editor)

DESIGN EDITORS

Powderpuff returns.....................................................4 Red/white week preparations..........................5 The New Qdoba...........................................................5

Alexx Cooper Evelynn Wyatt

PHOTO EDITOR

STUDENT LIFE

Vickie Tang

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Twins: Seeing Double................................................6 Positive Over Negative..................................6 A State-wide Attracion.........................................9

Madison Wade (Art Director) Sadie Saylor Taylor Swanson

RAMPAGE

WRITING EDITOR Tian Chan

Return tp Papa John’s Stadium...........................7 Sports Profiles..................................................................7 Pep Rally................................................................................8

ACADEMICS

New English Standards..........................................10 A Fresh Workload.......................................................11 Keeping Up........................................................................11

WELL-BEING

Student Moods..............................................................12 Reality Check..................................................................12 Eating Habits...................................................................13 Food for Thought.....................................................13

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Fashion....................................................................................14 Zombies Attack! in Louisville...........................15 Book Review: The Magicians............................15 Horoscopes......................................................................15

STAFF

COPY EDITOR Colleen Kidd Laura Anderson (Academics Editor)

FROM THE EDITOR I

t’s October, and you’ve finally adjusted. Your classes don’t seem so new anymore and your full work load has set in. Seniors are stressing over college applications, Juniors are learning the horrors of Chemistry, Sophomores are getting comfortable, and Freshmen are discovering a new environment entirely. We’re constantly adjusting to what life throws at us, but the start of school is one of the larger adjustments. You sleep differently. You eat differently. You manage your time differently. You think and feel differently. These things impact you to the point that summer feels like nothing but a past life. Like everything in the world, The Crimson Record adjusts. With every issue, we find problems, and we find ways to fix those problems. Of course, as I said in last issue, we’re not telepathic. Because we are imperfect human beings who don’t always know the perfect solution, I ask you to contact us and tell us what you think we should be doing. Sincerely, Virginia Johnson, Editor-in-Chief of The Crimson Record. crimsonrecord@hotmail.com http://thecrimsonrecord.tumblr.com

WRITERS

Megan Lyvers (News Editor) Rachel Harris (Well-being Editor) Taylor Browning ( Student Life Kalen Winburn (Sports Editor) Meredith Bell (Sports Editor) Malesha Griffin Nikia White Anna Dryden Juliette Rosado

BUSINESS MANAGER Devyn Nance

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powderpuff returns to WORDS BY COLLEEN KIDD | ART BY CELIA SANDLER | DESIGN BY EVELYNN WYATT

RED/WHITE WEEK The Powderpuff football game was reinstated after being cancelled.

On August 22, Principle Larry Wooldridge announced that the annual powderpuff football game was, once again, going to be part of Manual’s Red/White Week. This news arrived nearly a week after Wooldridge announced on August 17 that the game would not take place this year. Powderpuff, which takes place the Thursday of spirit week, is a flag football game with a twist: the girls play the game while the boys are the cheerleaders. The purpose behind the cancellation was a decision from the Insurance Liability Department of JCPS; however, the district later sent out an email to all high school principles informing them that they had changed their minds. The email sent to Woolridge said, “It seems that if groups are non-profit, have their own insurance, and are approved by the board with a facility-used permit, and pay rental to the board if applicable, then the event is O.K. Also, while they would reconsider hot dog eating contests and other risky situations, it seems that powderpuff football, field days, and other events of our students are O.K. after all.” Wooldridge said that he personally approved of the district’s altered opinion “I was happy that changed because I think that’s one of the staples of our Red/White Week-the anticipation leading up to the powderpuff game.” Renee Groulx (12, HSU), who participated in the football game last year, was also excited about the continuation of the spirit week tradition. “This year, our team is seniors and this is our last year. We’re going to be ready to play, and we’re going to be ready to win,” said Groulx. “But we’re also going to have a lot of fun and go all-out for our last Red-White Week.”

“ “ I was happy that changed because I think that’s one of the staples of our Red/White Week-the anticipation leading up to the powderpuff game.

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early excitement for RED/WHITE WEEK Preparations for the biggest week of the Manual’s school year have already begun; the freshmen are in for a surprise. WORDS BY COLLEEN KIDD | ART BY MADISON WADE | DESIGN BY EVELYNN WYATT

WORDS BY TIAN CHAN | ART BY MADISON WADE | DESIGN BY EVELYNN WYATT

Tasty Convenience A new Qdoba opens in a prime location.

Friday, August 26, 2011 was the official grand opening of the infamous Qdoba chain restaurant in a new but familiar location. You can now find this Mexican grill on the corner of Cardinal Boulevard and South 3rd street on the University of Louisville campus. By choosing such a student-congested area, the restaurant is insuring an influx of business from the hungry high school and college students who live on one of the three floors above the restaurant and walk through the neighborhood on a daily basis. The opening of this Qdoba has prompted students to start talking. “All of our ingredients are natural and prepared in store everyday. It may cost a little more than places like Taco Bell, but you definitely get your money’s worth,” commented Colleen Kidd (12, CMA), a Manual student and recent addition to the new Qdoba’s staff. Upon walking up to the establishment the customer sees two places to eat: a dining room with booths and chairs and a shaded patio area. Students and adults alike are usually found clustered around the line of ingredients they’re piling onto their plates, the soda fountain, or tables filled with their friends. “I went to Qdoba on the grand opening with a bunch of my friends and can already tell I’m going to be visiting this new location frequently. Qdoba is the best and is so convenient now,” said Skylar Herman, (11, HSU) Whether you’re into burritos, tacos, quesadillas, nachos- the options are endless, and the franchise has now made themselves undeniable to most students in the neighboring areas.

This year, Red/White Week will be held the week of October 17th. The most spirited week of the year is soon approaching, and many students and teachers have already begun their preparations for the coming festivities. Red/White Week is a spirit week to get students pumped up about the Male vs. Manual varsity football game. The game will be played at 4:00 pm on Saturday, October 22nd at Papa John’s Stadium. Tickets will be priced at $7.00 and will be sold during lunches and at the game. Patrons will be allowed to park in the Papa John’s Stadium parking lot for $5.00. Freshmen that do not know what Red/White Week is, or those who have never experienced it, are in for a surprise. This week is one of the craziest weeks at Manual. Students anticipate this event from the start of the school year. Each day during the week is assigned a theme chosen by Executive Council members. There are the standard theme days, such as Doomsday when students dress in all back to mourn the death of Male’s mascot, the bulldog, and Spirit Day where red and white are worn to show support for Manual. The themes for the rest of the week are considered a surprise. Before Red/White Week begins, there are months of preparation. Executive Council members take time out of their busy schedules to ensure that Manual is decorated for the big week. Former Executive Council member Maria Danyal (12, HSU) said, “Every week for two months, the whole club gets together to make hundreds of posters that will be posted around the school. On the Friday before Red/White Week, we decorate the school as soon as school ends until about 11 at night. It’s crazy, fun, and exhausting.” Some other events that take place during Red/White Week are the powderpuff football game, where junior and senior girls face off, the pep-rally, and Ramstock. Ramstock gives students that play in a musical group a chance perform in front of their classmates. Auditions for Ramstock are already being held for those bands that are interested. The time and effort put into making red-white week a success typically does not go unnoticed. Red/White Week is a unique experience that every student will remember for the rest of their high school career.

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There is a 0.02 percent chance of fraternal or identical twins being born. Manual has at least ten sets of twins attending the school this year. Mr. Kuhn commented that, “Just because one twin gets in, doesn’t guarantee the other twin will get in too.” However, that wasn’t the case for MST freshmen Jason and Jonathan Xu. Entering high school as a freshmen can be nerve wracking, especially when you have to do it by yourself. But the Xu brothers had each other. “I didn’t know a lot of people, so it was a lot easier since having a twin brother means I will always have someone I know around me. That definitely made walking into the doors of Manual much better,” said Jason. The size of Manual, as well as the multitudes of people who attend, can definitely be overwhelming at first. It can be especially hard to be in the same classes where friends must be shared. “We have the same friends, although I’d say that Jason is a little more popular than I am. If one of us makes a new friend, we would usually introduce he/she to the other,” says Jonathan. Being in the same magnet, the Xu twins ended up having Ms. Zwanzig’s algebra 2 class together. Along with the perks of always having someone there for important moments, like starting high school there are some troubles too. Growing up with someone the exact same age as you can make it hard to develop your own personality. You start having the same interests in sports and extra activities. It can cause conflict when you like the exact same things, but don’t always want to share. Just like most siblings there are ups and downs. However, the Xu brothers agree that they enjoy being twins.They enjoy having a best friend your age, who can be there for you through it all. The Xu twins are just one of the few sets of twins in the school building. So when you think your seeing the same person twice, you may actually being seeing double.

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Being a twin means there’s always someone there.

WORDS BY TAYLOR BROWNING | PHOTOS BY VICKIE TANG | DESIGN BY EVELYNN WYATT

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Negative peer pressure has always been talked about, but the other side, the positive, has yet to be discussed.

[DOUBLE TROUBLE] Caught between classes, Jason and Jonathon Xu smile for a quick photo.

WORDS BY DEVYN NANCE | ART BY EVELYNN WYATT | DESIGN BY EVELYNN WYATT

Last Saturday night, your best friend threw a party. You attended, and partied until five AM, and it is time for you to drive home. You figure you are not too tired to drive, but as you are about to leave, your best friend convinces you to stay at their house for the night. They will not let it go and you feel that it would be a good idea to stay the night. Peer pressure can be good and bad, but one side of peer pressure, the good side, has been swept under the radar lately. Positive peer pressure is peer pressure that helps develop healthy values, positive attitudes, and habits. It encourages respecting others, working hard, and trying to make friends instead of alienating others. Unfortunately, negative peer pressure is more common in teenagers’ lives today. With alcohol, drug abuse, and sex, students do not realize how positive peer pressure can affect their lives. Even though it is not commonly used, positive peer pressure is essential during the teenage years. According to many students, they mostly receive negative peer pressure.

Surveys show that only seven percent of teenage students have been positively affected by peer pressure. “It was the night before a test and I hadn’t studied until then. I wanted to just give up and go to bed, but I had been texting my girlfriend and told her about my decision. She called me right away, convinced me to study, and helped me prepare for my test,” says Seth Hayes (12, HSU). Over the years, the numbers of those positively affected by peer pressure have risen substantially, but are still very low. Positive peer pressure is not always obvious. Good role models are also a form of “peer pressure” because teens often follow the example of those who have already have a successful life. Good role models can be a parent, friend, or neighbor, though professional athletes and other celebrities are most often looked up to. “I admire Taylor Swift because when she was young she was so driven to get where she is now, and she connects with so many people through her music. Not many people today have that much drive to get where they want to go.” Katlyn Thompson (11, VA).

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After two years of having the Manual vs. Male football game (the Old Rivalry) at both Manual stadium (2009) and Veterans Memorial Stadium (2010), the game will be back at Papa John’s Cardinal stadium on October 22 at 4 p.m. The Old Rivalry was held at Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium in 2008 when the Crimsons defeated the Bulldogs. It was discontinued in the following years after the University of Louisville started the expansion of the stadium. The Whittenburg construction company had deadlines to meet, and the University was contractually obligated to give the construction company the hours it needed. After the stadium expansion was finished, both Manual and Male began negotiations with PJCS to get the game back to the stadium. Moving the game back at Papa John’s is really beneficial to both schools for three main reasons. The first was that there were safety issues and the crowd was becoming too big for the school venues and the fans safety was being put in jeopardy. Economics played into the choice as well, as bigger venues mean more money and makes it easier to access the concession stands and the parking is increased dramatically. Lastly, having the game in the biggest stadium in Louisville allows for big game. David Zuberer, athletic director for duPont Manual said, “If we want to get the game back where it was, then we need to play on the biggest stage.” Moving the game to from a Friday to a Saturday is beneficial to both school as well. Having the game on a Saturday can maximize the crowd for the game and lets the fans of the other schools come and show support and enjoy the game. Every year, classes have their reunion during the game and the necessary parking gives a lot of room for the reunions and tailgating. “We don’t have to compete with UofL football games, and all of the other high school games that would be played on that Friday,” said Zuberer. “The players are excited as well as the fans, it will be a great game.”

SPORTS PROFILES

“BIG”

Having the Male vs Manual football game back at Papa John’s makes for a bigger and more exciting game.

WORDS BY ANNA DRYDEN AND MEREDITH BELL | DESIGN BY EVELYNN WYATT

MAKING THE GAME AGAIN

Girls Cross Country- Christina Arnold (12) Coach: Debra Moore, Mr. Holman Practice: Manual, Seneca Park, Cherokee, Iroquois, Tom Sawyer, Monday- Thursday 2:45-4:30, meets on Saturday Biggest Rival: Sacred Heart Seniors: Christina Arnold, Carrie Kirkland, Jasmine Athana Sakes, Kara Atwell, Sarah Barker Captain: Sarah Barker Season Goal: win state Boys Soccer- Kyndl Woodlee (12) Coach: Bob Ransey Practice: every non game day 3-4:30 behind manual stadium Biggest Rival: Male Seniors: Kyndl Woodlee, Ian Johnson, Adam Pierce, Scott Englert, Kyle Ritter, Chris Meyer, Richard Ballard, Arun Nadar, Sam Sprawls, Seth Hayes, Conor King Captains: Richard Ballard, Adam Peirce Season Goal: win state, beat Male Girls Soccer- Sarah Dabbagh (11) Coach: Rick Underwood Practice: 3:30 Monday- Thursday at Manual Stadium Biggest Rival: Sacred Heart Seniors: Elise Steinmetz, Kate Eastman, Ellie Marsh, Kelsey Doughten Captains: Elise Steinmetz, Kate Eastman, Ellie Marsh Season Goal: make it back to Georgetown and win state! Boys Golf- Harrison Hill (11) Coach: Bill Jackson Practice: alone Biggest Rival: Male Senior: Aaron Fieldhouse Captains: none Season Goal: win state

Volleyball- Maya McClendon (11) Coach: Gould Practice: 3:30-6 at Ohio Valley, 5 days a week Biggest Rival: All Catholic Schools Seniors: Emma Roberson, Rebecca Just, Brittany Lenihan, Jodie Klein Captains: Jodie Klein, Alexa Just Season Goal: winning state Field Hockey- Emma Harris (10) Coach: Brittany Tolan Practice: 6-8 at Rachel Baker Field, 5 days a week Biggest Rivals: Ballard, Sacred Heart, Assumption Seniors: Anna Dryden, Brooke Klondike, Jackie Ha, Shea Jennings Captains: Shea Jennings, Anna Dryden Season Goal: win state

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Controversy abounded over the “Senors y Senoritas” theme and the retaliation that followed.

words by Malesha Griffin and Megan Lyvers | photos by Vickie Tang and ana cervera | Design by Virginia Johnson

2 [1. green means go] In retaliation to the Seniors, Juniors raised their ‘green cards’ and begin to chant, “Juniors!” [2. final homecoming] For the Seniors

Michael Perry and PUT HER NAME HERE, this is their final nomination to homecoming as they stand before the class of 2012.

Unlike past football homecoming pep rallies, this year’s first pep rally caused quite a bit of controversy between the junior and senior classes. This year started a different tradition for current Manual students. Different themes for each class were taken away, which will be true for all pep rallies from now on. The class of 2012 went ahead with their “Señors y Señoritas” theme. The seniors’ decision got them disqualified from winning the spirit stick—again. The class of 2012 has been disqualified from every single pep rally. The pep rally became even more controversial when the juniors’ rebuttal to the seniors’ theme was raising “green cards” and chanting “U.S.A.” The junior class violated the rules put in place by administrators and they were also disqualified from the pep rally. Some students were extremely offended by the juniors’ actions while others thought it was all fun and games. “I did think it was offensive...One student tried to force me to take a ‘green card’ and when I didn’t take it, they called me racist. At that point, I didn’t know what to do,” said Yazmin Martinez (11, CMA). “I was surprised the Juniors would take the Se-

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he seniors were already disqualified for creating a theme for the 2011 football homecoming pep rally so why not storm the gym floor? The class of 2012 has made a point at every pep rally to get disqualified. What a better way to close the pep rally than with a mini mosh pit? Right before Principal Wooldridge announced that the sophomores won the spirit stick, the seniors stormed the floor. The mosh pit was originally the Seniors’ idea, but Juniors decided to join in on the fun. In turn, the Juniors were also disqualified from the spirit stick. Katie Baird (12, CMA) said, “It was sort of the class officers decision to storm the court. We decided to do that so we would definitely get disqualified because we weren’t sure if having the theme disqualified us yet.” The senior class stepped out of the box this year. One can only imagine what the class of 2012 will come up with for the Male vs. Manual pep rally.

nior’s theme as an advantage to degrade a culture. That’s why I thought it was racist. Overall, we [the Juniors] went to a low level with these green cards.” There was a lot of student discussion and even some heated arguments via facebook concerning the seniors’ theme and racist connotations that could be held with it. The administration threatened to pull anyone out of class that took the “Senors y Senoritas” theme to an extreme. Some unacceptable costumes consisted of students wearing hard hats, large moustaches, and unemployment signs. Ponchos and flamenco dresses were considered appropriate. “The problem was that the idea had the potential offend, and some people didn’t think of that possibility...” said Diego Castro (12, HSU). “I thought it was ridiculous how people reacted. Participate if you want, and don’t if you don’t. It was just a way to make the pep rally more fun than just being in spirit colors,” says Jenifer Ashby (12, MST). Despite the debate amongst the juniors, seniors, and administration, students managed to show their support for the football homecoming game against Ballard.

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The night before the homecoming game pep rally, many 2012 class members were on facebook. On the class of 2012 group facebook page, many students were posting about the homecoming theme. The class officers were reminding students what was or wasn’t an appropriate way to dress for the theme. While the class officers tried to mitigate the theme situation, other members of the facebook group were taking their comments to the extreme. These comments bashed other students for standing up for what they believed in. Many students were offended by the posts on the facebook page. While the seniors were bashing their classmates, the juniors were discussing how to upstage the seniors at the pep rally. Ellie Grimes (11, HSU) said, “We knew that the seniors were planning to storm the floor. We wanted to outshine the seniors.” The seniors efforts to get disqualified from the pep rally caused more harm than good. Some of the student’s feelings were hurt while others were unaffected by the theme decision.

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attraction 1 Each year for one week people from all over the state come to Louisville for one thing... the Kentucky State Fair. WORDS BY MEREDITH BELL | PHOTOS BY VICKIE TANG | art by virginia johnson | DESIGN BY VIRGINIA JOHNSON

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[1. fair view] Sitting on the ferris wheel, students could see the beautiful shadows of the night and lights of the fair. [2. peeking at the peacock] Strutting through the petting zoo, a peacock delights fair goers. Other animals were displayed with the peacock. [3. creative display] Arts, crafts, and photos were showcased and rimmed with ribbons. Some of the displayed artwork was done by Manual students.

hursday, August 18, through Sunday, August 28, the Kentucky State Fair brings people from all over the state with activities and attractions of great variety. The fair is known for it’s fried food, rides, concerts, and competitions. Fried Kool-Aid and fried Derby Pie were the big new foods that were a “must try”, just like last year’s Kripsy Kreme Burger. The fried Kool-Aid is made into flour mixture and put into the fryer as little pink balls. The fried Derby Pie had a breading around it and served in small squares with the option of a cherry syrup on top. “The fried Kool-Aid wasn’t as good as I thought it would be, but the fried Derby Pie hit the spot,” said Leigh Ducas (11, YPAS). But the food was not the only big new attraction that brought people to the fair; there was also the free Luke Byran concert, which had a packed house with cheering fans. “I didn’t know his music that well, but I got into it anyways,” said Alexis Schrecker (11, VA). The concert even seems to be the root of many fights. Because of a fight between two women, Morgan Carrier (11, VA) was able to get better seats. “Once I realized the two women were about to fight, I stepped back a few rows. The fight was crazy: the women were pulling hair, punching, and exchanging profanity. It was nerve racking being that close, but once the music came on, everyone forgot about it,”

said Carrier. “I went to the fair just so I could ride all the rides, hang out with friends, and see old friends that I don’t go to school with,” said Sammy Moorin (10, MST). “My family loves the fair--it’s like Christmas--so on the first Saturday we got there at like 10:00 AM. We went and looked at absolutely everything: from the cakes, doll house, Christmas trees, student artwork, animals, fish tanks. You name it, we saw it,” said Nicole Williams (11, HSU). While many Manual students didn’t want to miss this once-a-year event, not all students went to be social. Rather, they chose to go because they were a part of the competitions, like Amber Kleitz (11, VA). “It’s a tradition I’ve had since I was in 5th grade. I don’t get recognition a lot, but I’ve always been determined to keep trying,” said Kleitz. She had entered a organic ceramic pot that won first premium, a watercolor/ink watercolor figure painting that won third premium, and a small town gallery merit award, and a free draw charcoal chair. “I felt amazed and grateful that I finally got recognition for something I’ve done in art. I screamed and people stopped by to ask me if I was okay when I almost hyperventilated,” said Kleitz. As the fair was a attraction to many people, all fair returners have big hopes for next year. “I’m already ready for next year, i cant wait to see who will be in concert,” said Grace Cockrum (11,HSU).

KENTUCKY STATE UNFAIR During the Kentucky State Fair baby chicks were for sale for about three dollars. Many teenagers purchased these chicks but didn’t treat them humanely . Others witnessed horrible actions that were done to these chicks. For instance, some people saw teenagers drop chicks off of the ferris wheel, try to snap their necks, flush them down toilets, toss them like a ball, and throw them on the ground. “Once I saw what these people were doing to the chicks I felt sick to my stomach, horrified, and felt

like those people needed to be punished,” said Grace Cockrum (11, HSU) One student, Brooke Harness (11, HSU), ended up saving a chick. Once Harness realized that a boy was about to snap a chick’s neck, she took the baby chick away from him. “I cried and I called the Emergency Animal Shelter, but ended up taking him home and kept the chick for a week. Then gave it to a farm,” said Harness. She named him Puddles.

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Kentucky’s Board of Education introduces new requirements for students through Core Academic Standards. WORDS BY LAURA ANDERSON | ART BY SADIE SAYLOR | DESIGN BY ALEXX COOPER

ecently adopted state-wide by the Kentucky State Board of Education, the Kentucky Core Academic Standards are going to improve upon the previously implemented 2006 Program of Studies, with Language Arts/English being a target area for modifications. The new standards are based on the Common Core Standards State Standards Initiative, an effort made by the National Governors Association for Best Practices (NGA Center), as well as the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO), who are attempting to improve educational benchmarks across the US without making a “national” guideline that all states would be forced to follow. The Common Core Standards were initially released in March 2010, and, after the NGA Center allowed comments to be fielded concerning tweaks that the public felt should be made, the final version was released in June 2010. Kentucky was the first state to agree to apply the Common Core Standards to their own in February 2010. However, the Board of Education also felt that Kentucky-specific adjustments needed to be made, hence the gap of time between the adoption in 2010 and actual implementation in 2011. The main emphasis being attempted by

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implementation of the standards is a focus on analyzing and reading complex text, with a stress on college-level reading. Everything that should be covered in each grade has been broken down into a chart, giving teachers a general outline of what students should be able to do by the end of the school year. While most students won’t see any immediate effects in the coming year, a few already seem to think the changes were needed. “[Analyzation] is good because that’s what you’ll be doing in college,” said Mary Daly (12, HSU). Carter Cladwell (12, YPAS) agreed, saying that some of the documents English curriculum will be teaching more thoroughly now, such as the Bill of Rights and Declaration of Independence, are important since, “... [they] will teach [students] the roots of America.” Even teachers seem to be on board with the change. Ms. Alesia Williams said that while, “... as an AP English teacher I already teach most of the standards,” she still thought that the focus on, “...skills most of the students will need in college, which boils down to research, analysis, argumentation, and reading text with a high level of complexity,” is something that’s been a long time coming.

The main ideas and points the standards are going to emphasize have been summarized by the Board of Education as follows: Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions drawn from the text.

Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development; summarize the key supporting details and ideas.

Analyze how and why individuals, events, and ideas develop and interact over the course of a text.”

“ “ “...These standards are the product of a broad collaborative effort by college faculty, by high school, middle school, and elementary school teachers and administrators across this country, and they’ve come to a broad agreement on what would be necessary to assure that our young people come out of high school, ready to go into the workforce or ready to go to college.”

-Robert King, President of Kentucky Council on Post-Secondary Education

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keeping FRESHworkload

Freshman take on the stress that comes with being a high school student. WORDS BY RACHEL HARRIS | DEISGN BY ALEXX COOPER

Coming to Manual for the first time can be intimidating; along with becoming a freshman, comes the immense work load, the pressure of fitting in. Most students are also faced with the challenge of juggling extra-curricular activities with homework and studying. Some freshman may be fearful of the workload compared to what they were given in middle school. Shayla Thompson is a freshman this year who attended Crosby Middle School. “I'm not that overwhelmed now that I'm in high school because I'm already used to having more work. I knew that teachers woulnd’t accept late work in high school so I already knew what to expect .” says Thompson (HSU,9). “The most stressful thing about high school is getting organized and making sure all of your work is complete.” Thompson goes on to say(9,HSU) Organization can certainly help cut down on stress. One of the most useful tools for organization has already been given to you: your agenda. Getting started is easy, just write down your homework in the designated area for the day. When you have completed the assignment, cross it out to avoid confusion. By just glancing at your agenda, you will be able to tell what you need to do and when it is due. Coming from Meyzeek, Nivedita Khandkar (9, MST) felt she was ready for a challenging schedule. She is currently enrolled in Geometry/Trigonometry as well as Spanish 3. Geometry/Trigonometry is typically taken by sophomores in MST, and Juniors usually take Spanish. However, for each class she tested high enough to be enrolled to take them as a freshman. Time management is essential, regardless of what grade you are in. Be sure to use your time wisely. Instead of talking the last five minutes of class or study skills, take advantage of that time and get some homework done. By doing this, there won’t be quite as much to do that night. The first day at a new school inevitably will affect any student’s nerves. The right advice can give a freshman the confidence and peace of mind they need. “I was a little nervous for my first day of school. I wish I had known where some of my classes were before the first day of school because I had a hard time finding places like the gym,” Thompson fremarks candidly. Often times, the most basic worry when entering high school is making new friends, especially for those who came from a small middle school or were home-schooled . “Making friends at Manual isn't that hard,” Thompson (9, HSU) says, “There are a lot of nice people who will talk to you and I have already met a lot of new people.” With the right tools and strategies, whether you are a freshman or not, you can do well in class and still have time to enjoy activities outside of school.

Staying on top of your study habits can be hard, but rewarding.

WORDS BY TAYLOR BROWNING | DEISGN BY ALEXX COOPER AND VIRGINIA JOHNSON

tudy habits for high school students are one of the many things they will struggle with during their four years. As classes get harder, having a balanced way of doing school work is important. Raymond Robinson (10, MST) says, “I procrastinate all the time and I have trouble making time for everything, especially when I play football in the fall and basketball in the winter.” It’s so easy to see the date and tell yourself that you have more time than you really do. When something is assigned, go ahead and get it out of the way. Then it’s one less thing to worry about. There is no need to wait until the day before an assignment is due to turn in an okay assignment. Manual is known for students who are very involved in extracurricular activities. Balancing school, work, plus different clubs can be difficult. Students need to remember what is most important, the academics. For instance, creating a schedule can be a great solution to the problem of time management. Make a certain time window to do multiple things, like an hour of math and then an hour of reading. Keeping account of what time

your practices are ahead of time will help you to organize the right times to do your homework. This will help with juggling all your work and give a sense of balance to your schedule. “When I study, it’s like it can only be for 20 minute intervals. I get distracted so easily by things going on around me that I can’t ever study long enough,” stated Kate Stottmann (10, YPAS). Something simple like turning off your phone until you can get to a good stopping point on your work can help. You could also turn off your TV or even mute it so there is no background noise. However, some students need the background noise to keep them focused. So, depending on you the best thing to do is place yourself in a room with no distractions or with music if that helps, then the only option is for you is to do your work. You will soon notice your work load just seems to get done a lot faster. Another thing that can help studying is to do a little bit at a time. Start studying for a test far enough in advance that you can study different parts each day. It’s not the best idea to try and cram it all in at once. You will find it easier to remember and understand studying a little on different days. School work and studying may not be the most fun things to do, but if you are willing to put all these different tips together, studying will become a lot easier. Having a balanced schedule will only decrease your stress and help you become a better student.

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TOO TIRED TO DO HOMEWORK?

GETTING BORED EASILY?

When you get home, the last thing you want to do is more homework. So take a nap for about an hour, and then you will be more relaxed, energized and focused to complete the task at hand.

Sitting with just a pencil and paper can get rather monotonous. So break it up a little bit, and arrange a study date with a friend. It’s more interesting and can help you learn the information more thoroughly and understand it.

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JCPS works through budget cuts to give students healthy lunch options. WORDS BY RACHEL HARRIS | DESIGN BY VIRGINIA JOHNSON

chools in Greeley, Colorado are beginning to make food from scratch once again. Taking this step appears to put them ahead of JCPS and the majority of the other school districts nationwide still serving students frozen food frozen by the truck load. Greeley’s new meal plan is just beginning a long process which includes a week-long boot camp for those who work in nutritional services. While at the boot camp, they will brush up on skills such as measuring, while also being taught new recipes. As Jefferson County Public Schools has proved, it is certainly not an easy task to make over 87,000 meals for 149 schools every day.For JCPS, implementing a plan similar to Greeley’s could take years. However, they are taking smaller steps in a positive direction. Leanne Hartlage, Nutrition Services Manager at DuPont Manual High School, said, “We are trying to introduce more fresh fruits and vegetables available each day to our students to replace more high fat and high calorie choices.” For example, at Manual and other schools across the county, fresh seasonal fruit is being offered, such as watermelon during this time of the year. One of the biggest factors that would hinder the switch to homemade foods would be a limited budget. Budget cuts are affecting an array of individuals and organizations nationwide, including the school system right here in Jefferson County. During the 2010-2011 school year 3.81% of the JCPS working budget was spent on food services. This was a decrease form 2009-2010, when 4.21% of the budget was dedicated to food services. Along with food services, other areas such as such as tuition

programs and construction costs are also being cut. “… I think budget cuts affect all of us in one way or another, but we are attempting to provide food from locally grown farmers which save shipping costs and offer items when they are in-season. We even have a few school gardens that provide some of the herbs used in our recipes, such as the oregano in our spaghetti meat sauce,” said Hartlage. Despite the fresh ingredients, many students may complain about the quality of food. What they may not realize is that all foods that make their way through the lunch line have been pre-approved by members of their own student body. “We also have a Student Nutrition Advisory Council (SNAC), comprised of approximately 20 students here at Manual who do a ‘taste test’ of possible new recipes and give their feedback on each item,” added Hartlage. In addition to using ingredients that are grown nearby in products that have preapproved by students, the foods are often more nutritious than students make them out to be. “They’ve added more whole grain, taken away more sodium and fat from the recipes we have, and have added more spices and herbs to balance the taste,” said Hartlage. “Just this year we’ve reduced the amount of fat in the milk we serve.” Hartlage believes that Greely has set an positive example for school systems around the nation, but is mindful of the economic condition we are currently in. “I think it would be wonderful to serve more ‘made from scratch’ recipes right from our kitchen, but that is not very cost effective.”

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Adjusting your eating habits is essential for a happy, healthy lifestyle. WORDS BY ANNA DRYDEN | DESIGN BY VIRGINIA JOHNSON

veryone misses summer vacation, sleeping in,and just relaxing. Once school starts everything is scheduled. You wake up, you go to classes, you leave school at the same time everyday. Being on a schedule is great when it comes to organization, but it can do a number on your hunger. We all know the feeling that rolls in around 10:20, another halfhour to lunch and your teacher has threatened to write you up if you eat in class. It can be hard to concentrate when your stomach is growling louder than your teacher is lecturing. Eating breakfast is one solution to this recurring problem. According to lifespan.org, a website run by a prominent New England hospital, only 48% of students eat breakfast in the morning, and of that 48% only 33% of them ate a nutritious breakfast. Nutritious is defined as getting a variety of food groups. A nutritious breakfast can be as simple as a bowl of whole grain cereal with fruit, or a granola bar with a glass of milk. The saying goes that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and its true. During breakfast, your body gets all the nutrients it needs to start the day, it restores your blood sugar level after not eating for at least 7 hours. Breakfast helps

your brain function so you are mentally and physically efficient for the day. Even with eating breakfast, you can still get hungry at some point in time before your next meal. That’s why its important to eat a snack, and a snack is not code for a bag of hot fries or a pop tart. The whole point of eating a snack is to keep you full until your next meal, something with fiber, protein or both, is ideal. Teachers often complain when students eat in class, saying its distracting or messy. So choose options that can be eaten before class,like a granola bar or a small sandwich. Eating less food that’s more filling is a good way to ward off hunger. Consider this, you could have a turkey sandwich for 250 calories. The turkey sandwich is quick to eat, and its has plenty of nutrients. A turkey sandwich has 28 grams of protein and four grams of fiber which is going to keep you feeling full until your next meal. Coming back to school is hard, but you don’t have to do it on an empty stomach. Follow these tips and you’ll have more energy, more focus, and a better lunch.

REALITY CHECK

Getting back to a regular sleep schedule is no easy task. WORDS BY TAYLOR BROWNING | DESIGN BY VIRGINIA JOHNSON

larm clocks start to ring around 5 a.m. The moaning, groaning, and fighting to get out of bed returns. For most students, adjusting to a normal school schedule is hard. A freshman, Kimberly Zehander (HSU) is an example of someone adjusting to the high school schedule. She shared, “Being a freshman, I’m not used to the work load and staying up late at night. It’s the second week of school and I’m getting six hours of sleep.” The first few weeks of school is when students start adjusting to the work load. They also have to adapt to a new sleeping schedule. This of course takes time and the ability to stick with your new habits. According to the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) teenagers 8-10 hours of sleep a night. However, after sports, homework, extracurricular activities, and work for some, getting to bed around nine is impossible. Dakota Elzy (10, MST) says, “I have had a lot more homework this year than last year, plus with field hockey games and practices in the evening, I

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don’t usually go to sleep until 1:30 a.m, then get up around 5:30. I get about four hours a night.” As the school year continues, a normal sleeping schedule is key to have. Taking an hour nap before starting your homework will help you feel replenished and focused to get work done. However it is important that it is a short and timed nap so your not sluggish when you wake up. If you take too long of naps during the day it will be harder to fall asleep at night. When there are days with a large amount of homework it will help to do work on your down time or in your study skills so you can get things done. Avoid waiting until late at night to study or finish homework because you will find yourself falling asleep. Keeping your T.V. off, and playing some soft music may help you fall asleep quicker so you are able to get more rest. School days take a good amount of energy. That is why it is important to get enough sleep on weekdays, so you can function during the school day.

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myth

The older you get, the fewer hours of sleep you need. Watching TV will help you fall asleep.

A nap during the day won’t affect your sleep at night.

Sleeping later on the weekends will catch you up on sleep lost during the week.

FACT

Teenagers need to get 8.5-9 hours of sleep a night. Sleeping longer will help you feel energized in the morning and throughout the day. When using electronics at night, you are telling your body that you don’t want to go to sleep. In order to fall asleep, you need to tell your body that you want to, by turning off all electronics and lights. There is a set time that the body should be asleep over 24 hours. If you take a nap during the day it will cause you to not be tired at night. When you sleep later on the weekend it throws the body off on its normal schedule. Sleeping until 12 on a Saturday, throws off your schedule during the week.

MALICIOUS MOODS

Many students may fall into depression due to school-related stress. WORDS BY MEGAN LYVERS | ART BY SADIE SAYLOR | DESIGN BY MICAH E. MCCLAIN Even though the year has just started, many students are already beginning to feel the strain of school work and extracurriculars. The homework is piling up, and there are multiple tests and quizzes just around the corner. These stressful conditions may cause some students to change moods frequently. Unfortunately, one of the most common moods students can fall into is depression. Yes, the teenage years are very stressful, but sudden mood swings should not be ignored. Students tend to let the intense amounts of stress get under their skin. If a good student’s grades suddenly begin to suffer and they seem uninterested in their performance, it may be a sign of depression. According to the Guide for Depression and Bipolar Disorder, “Untreated depression can lead to problems at school such as low energy levels, concentration difficulties, and a drop in attendance.” If a close friend demonstrates the following signs of depression, please tell a counselor, parent, or doctor that they may need help: sadness, anxiety, irritability, loss of energy, feelings of guilt, hopelessness, loss of

interest, difficulty making decisions, increased need for sleep, change in appetite, and thoughts of death or suicide. Not only can problems at school cause teens to fall to depression, but constant pressure at home can contribute, as well. According to BBC Health, parents put too much stress on their children to achieve. Some teens can escape the stress by joining a sports team or by simply slowing down the pace of their life. Students must find time for relaxation in order to maintain a balanced and happy life. Vanessa Gregorchik (9, CMA) said, “I haven’t had time to hang out with my friends from middle school because my weekends are spent doing so much homework.” If students feel that the stress is taking a toll on them, they should not hesitate to talk about it with someone they trust. Depression is not to be taken lightly. If not treated, depression can possibly lead to suicide. Talking about depression can mean the difference between life and death.

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THE

C E S T

WRITING & PAGE DESIGN BY MICAH E. MCCLAIN

How short is too short? When we’re searching for the perfect pair of shorts, shirts, or even bolero jackets: How short is too short? Depending on the situation you may want to look classy, or maybe even a little trashy. Nevertheless, there is a cure. (And no, its not the fingertip rule!)

RULE #1

MY ADVICE? REMEMBER

Know your body type! Your body is your temple so you must dress it as such. Don’t dress in a pair of highwaisted shorts if you have a shorter torso. When you are a person of a shorter stature, you want to look for items that will elongate your height (or lack thereof).

RULE #2

Go shorter! But not too short: If the length of your shorts is the same length as the crotch of your pants, they’re entirely too short. Alternatively, the same does not go for jackets. Short shorts do NOT go with short jackets! When looking for jackets, look for jackets that extend to the beginning of your hips. Pairing full length jackets/blazers with shorter pants adds length to your body & gives your outfit different complimentary lengths, you stay classy & show a little bit of skin all in one!

FIERCE FINDINGS FOUR

The top four most happening things in fashion.

TREN DIN FITS

Wear your vision! Be who you are & always remember to stay true to who you are on the inside. Are you a t-shirt & jeans type of girl? Or a pencil skirt & blouses type of girl? My point is that we all have our own unique way of showing people who we are through the way we dress. So wear out your vision! Find clothes that speak to you. Does this jacket scream rebellion? Do these boots make my feet feel as glamorous as I do on the inside? Always feel the outfit, don’t let the outfit feel you. If it doesn’t speak to you, don’t buy it! Be fashionably frugal. Contrary to the lies people feed you; you are what you wear. Don’t wear sweatpants if you have a pair of pastel chinos in your closet that you’ve been dying to wear. Liven up your style with a little effort.

As designers whisked in their Spring/Summer 2012 collections to New York Fashion Week, there was a very different feeling in Lincoln Center this year. Was it the long awaited return of Helmut Lang to the runway? Or maybe because it was the tenth anniversary of September 11th; the world may never know. But one thing I do know is that tribal Versace-esque prints were all over the runways; from Derek Lam to Michael Kors, designers were clinging to their wild sides. Another trend for this season was the mixture of tailoring and shapeless clothing. What’s en trend for Spring 2012? Mixing hard structured

RETURN OF THE KING

LAGERFAIL?

ALL HAIL THE MCQUEEN

Kanye West is a rapper synonymous for combining music with fashion. From his unreleased mixtape track, Christian Dior Denim Flow, which garbled the names of models such as Olga Kurylenko, and Jessica Stam, Mr. West has seemlessly made the connection between the two worlds. More recently he has been working on a womenswear line that premiered at Paris Fashion Week. To view the collection check it out at NYMAG. COM/FASHION/FASHIONSHOWS

People have been anxiously awaiting the Karl Lagerfeld for Macy’s collection, but the word on the block is that it isn’t as impressive as most hoped! Lagerfeld isn’t on my list of fab five favorite designers, but from what I saw, I expected so much more! Check it out for yourself in Macy’s stores nationwide!

Not my personal favorite, but everyone seems to love her & she is the Dutchess of Cambridge! She has been known to be a repeat clothing offender, wearing the same poorly styled McQueen garments more than once! She should know better, but any girl that loves a good McQueen sheath dress is a friend of mine!

BOMBER

If you’ve always been looking for the perfect piece of outerwear, look no further. Bomber jackets are the cure to your gingham & flanel clad blues. Whether you go vintage, or Burberry Prorsum, a bomber jacket is a MUST for any 21st century girl.

CAT-EYE

FASHION WEAK

For our classic beauties, and maybe even our fashion forward mavens, Cat-Eye sunglasses are back from their long awaited return, Pair up your high-waisted shorts & Forever 21 bustiers with a fabulous pair of sleek Cat-Eye sunnies.

SHAPELESS

blazers with a funky pair of jersey carrot pants, that’s what! Reviewing this past collection of shows, I definitely am seeing patterns of reinventing the classic woman; older shapes and styles. Drop waists with new twists of Aztec patterns, beading, and chunky accessories are all leaving queens dead on the corner of 5th Ave. Want to know where to review the latest from NYFW? My recommendation, go to www. nymag.com/fashion/fashionshows Want to rip the runway? Send your reviews of your favorite designers, looks, or collections to thesketch@ gmail.com

WATCH THE THRONE

During 2011 Paris Fashion week, Marc Jacobs (head womens designer of the Parisian fashion label, Louis Vuitton) presented what is rumored to be his last collection. Rumors have been swarming the house of Dior since Galliano’s disheartening fall from couture grace. If Jacobs decides to take on the job, he will be responsible for the label’s Ready-to-wear & Haute Couture collections for women.

Want to add a relaxed feel to every outfit? Tying in a non-fitted, shapeless garment is always the way to go. Since the days when Yves Saint Laurent ruled gay-Paris with his mod and designs; shapeless clothing has been essential in everyday wear for a chic girl on the run.

HOROSCOPES

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MARCH 21 - APRIL 1

AIRES Now that school has started don’t let yourself get wrapped up in impulsive decisions. Although you are blunt and opinionated,think before you speak.

APRIL 20 - MAY 20

TAURUS Don’t be stubborn, be sure to be patient with others and stick with commitments you make throughout the year.

MAY 21 - JUNE 21

GEMINI

JUNE 22 - JULY 22

JULY 23 - AUG 22

LEO

CANCER

Use your communicating skills The school can be a and take charge. Don’t let your trying times for friendships, nerves stop you from starting up a but don’t give up when you conversation with someone new. are facing conflicts.

AUG 23 – SEPT 22

VIRGO

Creativity and enthuBe willing to except that not siasm is a good thing, but everything you do will be perfect. be sure to prioritize and Just try your best and you will be not get too carried away. rewarded in the long run.

g h i j k l SEP. 23 - OCT. 23

LIBRA Socialize with new people and form new relationships, but don’t be easily swayed by peer pressure.

OCT 24 - NOV 21

SCORPIO Jealousy can ruin relationships. If you find yourself envious just try and focus on your own accomplishments.

MARCH 21 - APRIL 1

SAGITTARIUS Stay focused and keep your head up even when things aren’t going your way.

DEC 22 - JAN 19

JAN 20 - FEB 18

CAPRICORN Keep working hard towards your goals and it will pay off. Don’t be afraid to try something new.

AQUARIUS Life may be unpredictable, but don’t be afraid to be original. Determine your own path and make your won decisions.

FEB 19 – MARCH. 20

PISCES Creativity and enthusiasm is a good thing, but be sure to prioritize and not get too carried away.

WALK IT OUT

Annual Zombie Attack Walk invades the day-to-day on Bardstown Road. WORDS BY ALEXX COOPER | PHOTOS BY| MADISON WADE | DESIGN BY MICAH E. MCCLAIN Zombie Attack, an annual event hosted on Bardstown Road, was successful once again this year in drawing huge crowds of “the living dead.” The creators, who are John King, Mike Welch, and Lyndi Lou, “host” it every year on August 29th, at 8:29 P.M., marking their collective birthday. It’s doubtful they every dreamed this little birthday party, so to speak, would turn into the massive gathering that it has. The walk begins at Q’doba on the corner of Bardstown Road and Eastern parkway, and continues all the way down to Bearno’s. Thousands of outfitted zombies and zombie hunters show up as everything from undead nurses to water-balloon-armed survivors, from pirates to cross-dressing gorillas; nothing is a no-go at Zombie walk, and creativity is treasured. The Zombie Walk Preacher, which is actually a group of several Christian extremists, is a no-so-wonderful addition to Zombie walk in the last couple years. Everyone has the right to freedom of speech, and Zombie Attack is an open event, so these people are not technically doing wrong;

however, it feels differently when they are screaming down at the participants. “You sinners, you are going to hell!” The crowd is not deterred, and simply “trolls” the preachers back, yelling random tidbits and gems such as, “Jesus came back from the dead, he was a zombie!” and “Why are you judging us? That’s not very Christian like.” While presumably they are aiming for a peaceful (or at least non-violent) protest, very quickly the tides changed. People shoved into each other, the preacher spit into the crowd; tempers get heated quickly in that type of environment. However, despite the objections to the event, it isn’t all bad. Zombie Walk occurs every year, and it gets bigger and more insane every year as well. While there are objecting preachers posted on the corner, the other several hundred participants are there to enjoy the event. This party has pizza sold by the slice, drinks, ice cream, loud music bumping, and bodies brushing past each other as they limp, crawl, and groan their way through the street.

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Natalie Pope, a Centre College junior from Crestwood, Kentucky— along with more than 85 percent of her peers at Centre—has gone global. As a Centre student, Pope has traveled extensively—in Cambodia, China, Panama, Turkey (pictured here), and Vietnam—and has also studied Mandarin and Arabic. Working closely with Centre faculty, she even designed her own major in Middle Eastern Studies. “It’s one thing to read about buildings and memorize the rulers and history of a place,” says Pope. “But to see the tomb of Mehmet II, to meet the great-grandchildren of the Ottoman empire, to feel the spray of the Bosporus makes the subject matter not only so much more real, but part of you.”

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