Fall 2010 - Western Wayne School District

Also inside
Dressing for winter weather
Get some great tips for looking good
in the cold!
Valentine Couples
Read all about it on page 6.
All this and more inside & out!
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Meet Mallory Minor
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One Rocking Senior
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Western Wayne High School
1970A Easton Turnpike, Lake Ariel, PA 18436
Volume 5, Number 2 February 2011
‘Love is like a friendship caught
on fire’
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Featured Couples
1- Krista Locklin & Aaron Kizer
2 -David Evans and Britnee Bergmann
3 - Josh Harrison & Kelsey Jones
4 - Matt Lukeski & Betsy Olsommer
5 - Kirsti Longyhore and Nick Testa
“When I see your face
There’s not a thing that I would
change
Cause you’re amazing
Just the way you are,
And when you smile,
The whole world stops and stares
for a while
Cause, girl, you’re amazing
Just the way you are.”
-Bruno Mars
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Photos by Markel McConeghy
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Planet Wildcat
OPINION
Page 2
Be a sport!
February 2011
Editorial
by Harry Harrison
Good sportsmanship has become such a hard goal to maintain for high school students. This is due,
in part, to the inappropriate acts of professionals who are poor role models for the young players. Yet, nothing is more
important. Good sportsmanship plays a huge role in sports. As a varsity football player, I have received many cheap and
dirty hits. In pre-season, our team participates in passing scrimmages against teams that we do not face in the regular
season, and it was at one of these scrimmages that I experienced the cheapest shots so far.
Out of the past three passing scrimmages we had in preseason, one sticks in my mind the most. I was playing against an
opponent that I had faced during my freshman and sophomore years, but would not be facing in the regular season of my
junior year due to a division change. From the very first play, I received cheap shots during and after the play. After one
play, I had had enough, so I shoved a player from the other team. This caused him to shove me back. As a result, I had to
be pulled back by my teammates, and the opposing player was pulled back by his teammates. I then got yelled at by my
coaches for reacting to the cheap shots.
This taught me that even though the other player was giving me dirty hits, I made a bad impression on the first-year
players by retaliating and going after him. My actions gave me a bad name. As a three-year player in my junior year, I
was supposed to be making an example for the younger players, but by my actions, I set the wrong example. Then, after
the scrimmage, our team shook the hands of our opponents, and I was in the back of the line. When I got to the point to
shake that kid’s hand, I did, and I pulled that kid aside and apologized to him. I told him good luck before we went our
separate ways. He did the same back to me. Apologizing to that player made me feel better as a person and as an athlete
representing Western Wayne.
After that, I thought I had learned my lesson and that I would never retaliate to bad sportsmanship again, but I was
wrong. In the second week of the regular season, I retaliated again and the outcome wasn’t the best. We were away, and
in the third quarter, we were losing. We were on offensive, and there was a play where I was running down the field blocking. A player from the opposing team blindsided me and landed on me. When he was getting up, he called me a name
that can’t be stated here and kicked me in my face mask. I got up slowly and went back to the huddle keeping in mind
the player who had given me the cheap shot. The next play, I didn’t do the job I was supposed to do just so I could go out
and hit the player who had hit me. I saw him, and I was running full tilt towards him. About five yards before I reached
him, the whistle blew, indicating that the play was over, but I didn’t stop. I lowered my helmet, and we went head to head.
I thought I taught the kid a lesson, but the difference was he got up. I didn’t. I was rushed to the hospital with a severe
concussion and couldn’t play in our next game, which happened to be our first win.
These two incidents taught me a lot about sportsmanship. It’s important in any sport. In fact, it’s important in life. Although my lesson was on the field, and I am an athlete, I think all of us can learn this lesson. Nothing good comes out of
bad sportsmanship. Nothing. So when on the field or court, or in class, or on the job, stay competitive, stay positive, and
always keep the thought of good sportsmanship in your head.
*Please note, the views expressed in this editorial are the views of the student writer and, as such, do not necessarily reflect the views of other
students at WWHS.
Planet Wildcat
1970A Easton Highway Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(570) 937-4112 EX. 3104
Reporters & Photographers: Ashley Padula, Katie DeVito,
Amanda Pritzlaff, Mark Yamialkowski,
Christina Gabriele, Maria Ingaglio, Markel McConeghy,
Courtney Masker, Lauren Clark, Shaun Howard, Carole
Rosenbergen, Samantha Burge, Harry Harrison
Advisor: Mrs. Marianne Morgan
Tutoring and homework help
Help is available both during the day and after
school. Students who would like help during the
day should see their guidance counselor to set it up.
Those who would like to remain after school must have a permission slip which is available in the office.
Claws & Paws
by Ashley Padula
PAWS to a successful recycling program
PAWS to November’s badminton tournament
PAWS to our 1920’s semi enjoyed by all
PAWS to NHS for gathering an abundance of canned goods
PAWS to senior projects being completely finished
PAWS to college acceptance letters
PAWS to the winter sports season
PAWS to our outstanding chorus and band concert
PAWS to Christmas break followed by snow days
PAWS to welcoming 2011
CLAWS to overcrowded hallways
CLAWS to days when the library is closed
CLAWS to the freezing temperatures
CLAWS to senioritis sneaking in
Planet Wildcat
OPINION
February 2011
Page 3
Procrastination (or the column I
meant to write for the last issue)
COMMENTARY by Ashley Padula
P
rocrastination. Well, if you are
anything like me, this long, nasty word causes
your stress level to escalate. After much research to figure out why students procrastinate. I have taken it upon myself to catagorize
students into two main categories. There are
the “Late Nighters” and the “Deadliners.”
The “Late Nighters” consist of students
who are having a harder time keeping their
eyes open than they are struggling to actually
complete their assignment. Five hours ago the
essay for English class could have been completed, but The Hangover was on and you just
had to quote it, yet again. Three hours ago,
the movie ended, but you realized today’s
mail contained a Netflix envelope. You open
it up and realize it’s the long awaited, have to
watch, Due Date. Taking into consideration
the English essay that needs to be completed,
you blow it off knowing you’ll get it done before
class tomorrow and grab the DVD remote.
Two hours later, Due Date ends and you find
your stomach is in pain from all the laughing.
The reference in the movie made about Facebook friends makes you realize you need to go
and check your Facebook. An hour later you decide to sign out considering your back is numb
from sitting in the chair for so long and you’ve
already looked through the 150 new pictures
from your friend’s Christmas break album that
were just uploaded.
It’s now 10:00 and you decide to take out that
English essay that’s been in the back of your
head the whole night. You go to sit down and
start forming a draft. While thinking about what
to write you can’t remember the ideas you had
in class. You start jotting down some notes and
decide to go take a shower because maybe while
you’re gone some ideas will miraculously form
inside your head.
Twenty-five minutes later you return to your
STUDENT SPEAK:
When is homework helpful,
and when is it a bad idea?
Here’s what some students had to say about homework!
notebook and pen the same way you left them,
with no additional ideas. It’s now approaching 10:30 PM, and you have no ambition to
complete this draft, let alone get the essay itself up and running. You decide to go to bed.
You figure that you’ll get everything done the
next day, either in study hall or during your
lunch period. You’re not worried because
you know you’ll figure something out. No,
that’s not what you decide to do. You change
your mind. You know you won’t get it done
tomorrow. You have to get it done now. So,
you do just that. You take it upon yourself to
finish the assignment no matter how long it
will possibly take you. You finish at roughly 12:00 PM and can barely keep your eyes
open.
“Late Nighters” cause themselves to be
exhausted the next morning and have a hard
time getting out of bed to go to school.
Please see Page 5.
“Homework is good
when you don’t understand things but
bad when you have
too much overload
on everything.”
-Britney Tobin, 12th
grade
Photos and interview byMarkel McConeghy
“Homework is good
when you are failing
a class and bad when
you have plans on a
Friday or the weekend.”
- Cameron Chism,
10th grade
“Homework is good
when you need extra
practice on a subject
but not when you have
to work after school.”
- Brandon Cole,
12th grade
“It’s good when you
need extra help on
things but bad on the
weekends because you
always have to do it
on Monday morning.”
- Tori Hanlon, 11th
grade
“Homework is good
when you need to
practice really hard
to succeed in life, but
not helpful when you
get frustrated and
don’t understand it.”
-Melody McClintock,
12th grade
Planet Wildcat
FEATURES
Page 4
poetry Different Sounds,
Different Personalities
author Rachael Yamialkowski
P oet’s
S oul
We are five sounds. Sometimes one sound is seen by all, while another fades away.
We are completely different from one another, but we all work together. One sound is
dark and mysterious, another is low and high. The next is blithe and is used most often.
The nearest is high and full of energy. One, though, is not seen as much. It is the most
boisterous.
The quint toms are diverse just as I. Though I am not always tickled pink, I am not
always dissatisfied. My sounds are just as different as yours, as different as polar opposites. My lowest sound is as dreary as a rainy day, my next as mellow as the color yellow. One sound is hyper and bizzarre; another is light and peppy. The sound not heard
as much is the one missed by most. It is a ball of fire, full of energy and animation.
Five sounds, one person. How does that work, you might ask? Take a walk in my
marching shoes and you might find out - five sounds that work together, five sounds that
mask each other. I might like one more than another; you might like one more than another. These are my sounds, and I love each and every one of them.
poetry I Am What I Am
author Mercades Drake
I a m w h a t I a m.
A l i g h t - s k i n n e d Puerto Rican Italian Indian.
I a m A m e r i c a n born, but far from an average American.
A L a t i n a G u i d ette born and raised as a New Yorker.
I a m N e w Yo r k, New Jersey, and Pu erto Rico.
A pr o d u c t o f Puerto Rico and Italy; that’s all I’ve ever known.
I ’ m t h e g r e a t - granddaughter of an immigrant.
I o n l y k n e w o ne of my forbears names with certainty.
S h e i s w i t h m e everywhere.
N o w h e r e h e r name is found, but only in memories.
I c a m e f r o m where the Trade Center was once born.
I a m o f L a t i n o America, rooted in the history of my continents.
I a m a t i g r e s s pouncing on everyone of my desires.
February 2011
poetry
I Am What I Am
authors
Jacob Covey &
Kyle Troiano
I am what I am.
I a m a n o f f s p r i n g o f t h e C o v e y f a m i l y.
I am a beautiful ray of sunshine native to
the Poconos.
I am as white as the day is long.
I a m A p p a l a c h i a n . I a m a Wi l d c a t .
I am Pennsylvania. I am Edgefieldian.
A f r o n t i e r- b o r n , p u r e - b r e d , a l l n a t u r a l r o wdy youngin.
A hospital-born, all-American, completely
original youngin.
A product of the rough ghettos of Hamlin
I’ve always known.
I am not an immigrant.
And the son of a father of a step-child.
S o n o f a m o t h e r o f a g r a n d m o t h e r.
I t ’s h i d d e n i n a b o o k .
I c o u l d p ro b a b l y f i n d i t o n t h e i n t e r n e t .
I come from the hills where the grass is
grown.
I c o m e f ro m M c D o n a l d s w h e re t h e f r i e s a re
b ro i l e d .
I am Ledgedale reppin.
I a m H a m l i n C o r n e r s g ro w n .
I am awesome rooted from the history of
t h i s c o u n t r y.
I s p e a k f ro m m y m o u t h .
I am not Swedish.
I am not Mongolian.
I s e e Te r r o r s , b u t s t a y a s c a l m a s a r o c k .
My s h o e s a re n ’t S w e d i s h , b u t t h e y s p e a k o f
t h e c i t y s t re e t s .
What is your favorite L VE lyric?
by Samantha Burge
Chelsea Rivers, 11th grade: “...but of all these friends and lovers, there is no one who compares to you...in my life, I love you more.” “In My
Life” by The Beatles. “This is my favorite love song because there is so much feeling in the lyrics and the slow rhyme of the music fits perfectly.”
Kasey Kosciuk, 9th grade: “Your arms are my castle, your heart is my sky. You wipe away tears that I cry, the good and the bad times we been
through them more.” “Every Time We Touch” by Casada “This is my favorite song because the lyrics are so cute, and the music is good.”
Britney Bollinger, 10th grade & Sarah Brodowsky, 9th grade: “When I see your face, there’s not a thing that I would change, cause you’re amazing just the way you are.” “Just the Way You Are” by Bruno Mars. “That is my favorite lyric because that’s something that every one should think,
that people are beautiful the way they are and should not have to change,” Britney said. “I love this because it tells everyone to be themselves and
everything will be perfect,” Sarah said.
Kim Richner, 11th grade: “Nobody wanna see us together. Nobody thought we’d last forever. I feel ‘em hopin’ and prayin’ things between us
get better.” “Don’t Matter” by AKON “This is my favorite lyric from a love song because in my last relationship, this was our song.”
Nikki Romanoski, 10th grade: “Love is Evol.” “Spacebound” by Eminem “This lyric is so true in my opinion.”
Branda Sobotka, 12th grade: “I’m forever yours faithfully.” “Faithfully” by Journey “It shows that when people love each other, they would
travel through thick and thin to be with the one they love.”
Nikki Post, 10th grade: “You’ll never have to be alone. I love you, and that’s all I really know.” “Love Song” by Taylor Swift “This is my favorite because it is so sweet and really cute.”
Cassie Nelson, 11th grade: “Cause if I got you, I don’t need money. I don’t need cars. Girl, you’re my all.” “With You” by Chris Brown “This
is my favorite because my boyfriend says it to me all the time, and it is cute.”
Alisha Burns, 12th grade: “I’ve never seen a smile that can light the room like yours. It’s simply radiant.” “You Had Me at Hello” by A Day to
Remember. “I love this lyric from this love song because a smile is the first thing that I see in a guy.”
Planet Wildcat
FEATURES
February 2011
If you HAD to
Choose. . .
by Lauren Clark
or
Chocolates Conversation hearts?
Kaitlin Frankovsky: Chocolates because I love chocolates!
Michael Richards: Chocolates because they taste better.
or
White roses
Red roses?
Shannon Croney: Red because it is the classic color of the rose.
Alex Snyder: Red because white is boring!
or
Fancy dinner Home-cooked meal?
Josh Cohawitz: Home-cooked meal because it is more romantic.
Eric Davis: Home-cooked meal because I am a good cook.
or
Skiing
Snowboarding?
Samantha Sinclair: Skiing because it is easier.
Brandon Zdziarski: Snowboarding because it is more fun.
or
Snowball fight
Sleigh-riding?
Savannah Jablon: Sleigh-riding because it is more fun.
Juan Rivera: Snowball fight because you get to hit people!
or
Diamonds Rubies?
Caitlyn Grafing: Diamonds because they are prettier.
Jeremy Flannery: Rubies because I like red.
or
Silver
Gold jewelry?
Branda Sobotka: Silver because it is prettier.
Nikolai Pritchyk: Gold because it’s more bling.
or
Valentine cards
Candy?
Abby Carmody: Candy because I love junk food.
Adam Dixon: Candy because I like eating.
or
Valentine Secret Admirer?
David Aleckna: Secret admirer because it is like a mystery.
Aaron Kizer: Valentine because I know who it is.
or
Bouquet Single rose?
Lyndsey Resigno: Bouquet because there are more flowers.
Ray Langendoerfer: Single rose because it is cheaper.
Page 5
When ‘Procrastination’
rears its ugly head
From Page 3
The next day you regret watching those movies, but you’re not too worried because when it comes time for English class, your assignment was
handed in, right on time. You can only hope you will break yourself of
this late night habit, but you’ve already faced the facts about ten times
beforehand that it would take a miracle to do so.
The “Deadliners” consist of the students who know they have plenty of
time to get their work completed before it’s actually due. They wait until
they have no choice but to start it or take a ten point deduction from handing it in a day late. The teacher assigns a book to be read and questions to
be answered. The due date is two weeks from today. The thought from
the student’s perspective is that the assignment isn’t due for such a long
time. There is plenty of time to get it completed, yet it gets put off each
day. The weekend comes and you actually have ambition to start the assignment. However, when Saturday hits, relaxing with friends seems like
such a better idea. Sunday comes and you’re still content knowing you
have the whole week to read the book and answer the questions.
The reason you’re not getting too worried is because you know the book
is just 150 pages long, and there are only 20 questions to be answered.
Wednesday is rolling around the corner, and but you are secure. Afterall,
you still have about half of the week to complete the assignment. Thursday and Friday pass. On Saturday you realize the book is due in two days.
It’s time to get a move on. You open the book early Saturday morning
only to get discouraged by that miniscule print. It is going to take you a
decent amount of time to complete! All day Saturday is spent reading. By
Saturday night you still haven’t completed your reading, so it gets carried
into most of your Sunday. On Sunday night at about 6:00 PM, you finally
finish the assignment. Your brain feels fried, and although you instantly
feel relieved, you, nonetheless, have a splitting headache. You decide to
go to bed, and you actually sleep all night until the next morning. However, upon waking, you realize that procrastination has once again ruined
your weekend. All enjoyment was crushed by the last-minute work you
had to do.
Despite this very real scenario, “Deadliners” repeatedly have a hard
time completing assignments in a timely fashion. The thought of having
an abundance of time is ultimately proven incorrect, and the result is a
stressful evening or two for the student.
What is the real reason students procrastinate? I don’t think there is an
actual reason besides a simple opinion as to why it is done. Some students
feel they work better under pressure. Others procrastinate because it is a
long-standing habit.
Freshman Myranda Strada has had such a habit since middle school
when the work load really started. She procrastinates the most on studying because she thinks “It’s boring.” Although she may find it boring, this
habit helps her get her studying done because she is under pressure.
Sophomore Garrett Enslin has had his procrastination habit since third
grade when he waited until last minute to do a project on a marine animal.
He remembers going to bed at 3:00 AB after completing a tedious project
about a boxed jellyfish.
Garrett justifies his procrastination this way: “Determination and hard
work sometimes pay off later, but laziness always pays off now.”
Senior Carli Curtis, who cannot remember the time when she didn’t procrastinate, said she does so simply because she thinks she can do her assignments at a later time. However, when “later” comes, Carli still thinks
she can do it “later.” She finds herself procrastinating the most on homework assignments.
Each of us has his or her own way of procrastinating. I consider those
who do not have this habit to be the lucky ones! If you, like me, do procrastinate, there are steps you can take to overcome the problem. One way
is to set up a work plan. Even though an assignment isn’t due for quite
some time, you can make it a goal to do a little bit of the assignment each
night. This could be called “chunking” an assignment. If you have a book
to read, read a few pages each night. Hold back on saving the whole book
until the few nights before it’s due. After a few times of working hard at
setting goals and reaching them, you might be surprised at the grade you
receive. If you do earn better grades when not procrastinating, then this
might be the answer for you.
Planet Wildcat
Page 6
FASHION
101
Senior
Nicole
Chrzan
models a
popular
hat.
Solving
the cold
Weather
Dilemma
Who says you need to look like
the abominable snowman
just because it’s cold outside?
FEATURES
Dress like an Eskimo! The new fashion for
both men and women is the Eskimo hat. This
hat comes in many colors, patterns, and designs.
Eskimo hats are designed with two flaps which
cover your ears with soft fur to keep you warm
and looking good. These luxurious hats range
from $5 to $80, depending on the type of fur and
where you shop.
Shop locally as your first option!
It’s easy to find exactly what you need in area
stores. You will find the popular Eskimo hat in
many places including Target, Walmart, Kmart,
American Eagle, Old Navy, and many more. Another popular winter hat that looks fashionable is
the luggy bonnets. This hat can be knitted and it
has braided strings attached. These hats come in
many patterns, colors, and knitted designs, so it’s
easy to be fashionably cozy. “They keep your
ears nice and warm!” raved sophomore Roberta
Swingle.
Junior Sam Parr loves them so much that she
even wears them in the summer time. “I like the
way they look and feel.”
What about your hands, you ask? One
way to keep your hands warm in the cold is with
mittens, but they aren’t the most popular option.
If a glove married a mitten and had children, it
would be a glitten! These are mittens, but with a
type of finger glove that has a mitten cloth that
you can pull over the finger glove to keep warm.
You can multi-task much better with glittens.
“Glittens are awesome because you don’t need
to have the mitten part always pulled over your
by Christina Gabriele
fingers, and it helps you do more without being
cold!” senior Branda Sabotka exclaimed. They
Goodbye warm weather, hello cold!
Now is the time when Old Man Winter forces come in many colors and patterns, so you can get
us to replace the flip-flops and tank tops we love
and with warm clothing and lots of layers. Fortunately, today there are many types of winter
Baby, it’s cold outside!
fashions that make looking cold look good!
Christina’s Picks
If I go out today, I just might get frostbite! A trendy solution to super cold weather is
a pair of Ugg winter boots. These comfortable
boots are seen just about everywhere you go!
Uggs are designed to make your feet feel comfortable, warm, and fashionable indoors and out.
They are made of fine leather and sheepskin to
help make your feet warm. These are fashionable boots that can be worn in winter, but also in
spring and fall. You can find Uggs in many different colors such as black, tan, brown, and pink.
The new edition to Uggs is sequenced.
Uggs range from $150 to $300. Junior Savannah Jablon chooses them because “they’re comfortable and warm.” This popular company also
sells shoes, bags, and slippers for both men and
women.
You can find great
looking boots at many
local clothing stores
Among this season’s
including
Journeys
must-haves are a
and Famous Footwear.
pair of boots that are
Emus, which are simiwarm but also look
lar to Uggs, are another
good. Try Uggs or
fashionable boot. You
Emus for the most
can purchase these
popular options!
boots in local stores
and on the internet.
February 2011
Glittens, Amazon.com,
$15
Reporter Christina Gabriele
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She’s
just about any design you want. Glittens range
from just $2 to $15! You can purchase these in
places like Walmart, Target, and many more.
Add a scarf for extra warmth and flair!
If boots, gloves, and a hat aren’t enough to keep
you warm, put on a scarf! Scarves have been
around for many years, and they keep on getting fashionable. You can now purchase scarves
with patterns like stripes, polka dots, stars, peace
signs, and much more! Scarves might be long,
short, wavy, straight, or ruffled. The new fashion
is wearing scarves inside as well as outside. You
can even color coordinate with your outfits.
Wait! What about that most essential
winter clothing item, an ultra warm
coat? Finally, you can never go wrong with a
Eskimo Hat,
Americna Eagle,
$24.95
Woman’s Coat,
Old Navy, $21.97
warm coat. Many coats today have a fur hood,
no hood, or even a removable hood. There are
many colors and patterns to choose from with
stripes or plaid being popular options.
Victoria’s Secret, Gap, American Eagle Outfitters, Kohl’s, and Walmart are great places to
find a variety of winter coats. If you can’t find
a coat you like at a store, simply go online.
There you are sure to find dressy or casual
coats for men as well.
If you are a skier or snowboarder, ski coats
and ski pants can be found in many stores
such as the Burlington Coat Factory. This store
has a variety of coats and ski pants to choose
from that are cheap and fashionable.
Luggy Bonnets,
Target, $7.99
As you can see, there is no excuse to be
outside freezing cold this season. It’s easy
to be both fashionable and warm at minimal cost!
Planet Wildcat
February 2011
FEATURES
Page 7
Music, what feeling ‘sounds’ like
who spend more time watching rap have been
to be more likely to practice these behaveens who are looking for upbeat, proven
iors in real life in efforts to become “gangsta.”
happy music can listen to Indie and Teens who listen to this music may not always
be into the whole “gangsta” aspect of rap, bepop music ... different than most
cause the beats and rhythms also are appealing.
Whatever the case, not everyone understands rap
music heard on the radio.
and why people like to listen to it, which is one
of the main reasons it is often misunderstood as
a bad influence, even if it isn’t advertising the
bad aspects in the genre. Like any other genre,
by Mark Yamialkowski
rap is an art form requiring dedication from the
musician.
Everyday, people turn on their iPods, radios,
Rock music is one genre, but in this one chunk
television sets, and other types of technology to of music, there are many divisions. Rock music
listen to some of their favorite music. People lis- can be divided into subgenres, such as alternaten to music for many different reasons, whether tive, garage, glam, grunge, hard rock, heavy
it is from happiness, anger, victory, or sadness.
metal, instrumental, indie, power pop, punk, soft
Music, as defined by the Merriam-Webster rock, surf, and many, many, more types. With a
Dictionary, is the science or art of ordering tones genre that offers such a wide selection of music,
or sounds in succession, in combination, and in teens that enjoy rock music are more likely to:
temporal relationships to produce a composition having unity and continuity. In other words, • Find that they can explore a wide region of
music is the formation of sounds that can satisfy
music
someone’s need of entertainment.
• Dedicate themselves to a certain sub-genre
When most people think about music, they • Widen their musical entertainment choices.
usually believe that music is something that can
make you happy.
One popular sub-genre, classic rock, is a genre
On MTV and VH1, television programs such that relies heavily on popular songs that were
as Back to the 80’s, Top 20 Greatest Hits, 100 produced in the 1960’s, 1970’s, and 1980’s. The
Songs of All Time, and music video countdowns term “classic rock” typically is used to refer to
often give the misconception that music is the radio stations.
one language spoken by all cultures and races.
Most cities in the US, and in many other
However, not every person can or will learn to countries, have at least one radio station that
appreciate and enjoy every music genre that is dedicated to playing the music, which helps
there is.
to keep it alive. Rock music from this time era
Teenagers listen to a wide variety of music, (1960’s-1980’s) was directed at the youth of the
ranging from rap to rock, country to classical and time, but still is popular in youth today.
from today’s music to music from the past. Music
Teens that are looking for upbeat, happy muis very influential in ‘teen society’ because it helps sic can listen to Indie and pop music. These two
to create groups among the teenagers themselves. genres tend to sound different than most music
When musical artists are creating a song, they that can be heard on the radio, while it still bedon’t always pay attention to the lyrics and how comes popular. Indie music can define a wide
they may cause teens to believe in something variety of different bands and music because
that was not intended to be taken seriously. Yes, the musicians in this group usually do not try to
there are famous singers and artists who do not fit popular trends and have a very strong do-itreally care about what they put in their music, yourself ethic.
but when their music begins to change the life
Pop music that has catchy beats, rhythms,
of a high school student, for better or for worse, and lyrics that are easily remembered is popuchange is still taking place.
lar among teens and is often used on the radio,
Rap was originally depicted as poetry over cool where it becomes popular by one of the quickest
beats and rhythms, but now this popular genre ways. People who want to hear a certain song
almost advertises violence, sex, and drugs. Teens can usually call the radio station and request the
T
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Staff
Profile
by Courtney Masker
Mrs.
Theresa
Lubash
Education:
Bachelor of Science Degree: Bloomsburg University; Associates Degree:
Keystone University
Position: Business Teacher, Co-op
Coordinator for School-to-Work
students
Hobbies: Reading, baking, and
shopping
A few of my favorite things:
Author: Harlen Coben
Store: Too many to choose from!
Movie: The Great Escape
Color: Red
Food: Roast chicken
song desired.
With all of these varieties of music genres,
many people can find a favorite song, or at least
narrow down a selection of songs to call their
favorites. People usually dedicate songs to loved
ones, to a boyfriend or girlfriend, or an event.
Couples who are dating who have ‘a song’ often choose a popular song that they hear often.
When people dedicate songs, they do it so that
whenever they hear that piece of music, they are
reminded of that person or event and how much
they mean to them.
Music is all around us, and it affects everyone in different ways. People like certain types
of music, just like people have their own styles.
The anonymous quotation, “Music is what feelings sound like” is very true because each genre
represents a certain feeling. Without feelings
(music), we would be emotionless, and if we
were emotionless, there would be no point in
music. Music expresses an artist’s feelings, and
when people listen to it, they respond to the music with their own feelings.
Caroline and Peter
Valentines 2011
Freshman Caroline Laabs and junior
Peter Antidormi have been dating for a
few months. and “their song” is “Chasing
Cars” by Snow Patrol.
“This represents our relationship because of the lyrics. Honestly, I think they
describe it perfectly. We get along as
friends, and then we get along even better on a higher level relationship. And I
know we’d do anything for one another!”
Caroline explained.
Literary Magazine
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2010-11
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in print?
Submit your own original poems,
short stories, or essays to
Mr. Rebar,
Room 106.
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February 2011
‘and when at last I find you, ou
It’s Valentine’s Day . . .
Romance is in the air!
by Amanda Pritzlaff
Love, or something like it, is in the air here at
WWHS. During the coldest months of the year,
many are finding it best to try and warm things up
with a little romance. Although it can be extremely
difficult, it’s true that anyone can find a match out
there. Some of us just need a few pointers. Take it
from relationship professional: Some of the school’s
most recognizable couples offer their history and
advice on how they feed the fire.
Relationships can last from the middle school
classic, one week, to a whole lifetime. They can be
fleeting, especially in high school when many like
someone on Tuesday and a cuter one on Wednesday. But what makes the relationships that happily
continue for a long period of time? Beau Fuller, 16,
and Hannah Robinson, 15, have been dating for
“almost exactly a year,” Beau tells me. They described their relationship as successful because it’s
“very involved.” “We hang out a lot,” Beau said
with a smile. When you like someone and have
trouble approaching them, suck it up and “just go
for it,” they advised.
Seniors Emily Komar, 17, and Raphael Ingaglio, 18, have been dating for exactly “two years,
a month, and twenty-one days,” Raphael proudly
stated. What started it all? “Bio class with Mrs. McClure, sophomore year,” said Emily, who also said that she
knew she liked Raphael because he could make her laugh. She knows that it was her personality that won Raphael over. Their relationship is kept lively through “competition over grades, sports, and accomplishments,”
Emily revealed. “The most important part of a relationship is communication,” she said.
“And knowing your boundaries,” added Raphael. They’re not the only couple who said communication is
incredibly important for any relationship.
Teachers Mr. and Mrs. Zoppi seconded this. “Talk to each other. Let each other know what you want, always
compromise,” Mrs. Zoppi said. These two educator love birds happen to be experts at compromise. As Mr. Zoppi
put it, “we’re from different backgrounds, city boy meets country girl; we had to pick a place in-between the two
to live.” This is why they are located here in NEPA. For the record, they have been together since October 1994
when they met during college days at East Stroudsburg University!
Communication and compromise are key
for anyone in a relationship or looking to be in
one. Nicole Mullins, 15, who has been dating
Steve Magie, 18, for four months added to the
list: “Trust is important, I know I could tell
Steve anything. I love that he’s very spontaneous too.” These just might be helpful ‘Words
of Wisdom’ for those who tend to get bored in
relationships!
Valentine couples
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cuddle in chemistry. Th
more than two years an
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low) stop for a second o
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couple!
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including a romantic lu
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as a couple!
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their little boy, Anthony
Even though they are p
Mrs. Zoppi’s home turf
that she does all of the c
Zoppi makes one mean
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February 2011
ur song will fill the air . . .’
- The Beatles
abound!
and Raphael Ingaglio (far left)
hey’ve been dating for a little
nd are very happy together.
er and Hannah Robinson (beoutside of their 8th period class.
walking together through the
eir relationship as “very ineir classmates were quick to
net Wildcat Valentine’s Day
ship is new, Nicole Mullins and
e enjoying the newness of it all,
unch at school. This Valentine’s
al since it’s their first together
r. and Mrs. Zoppi understands
g. Working together can be
ed couple, but they make it
rides to school, take care of
y, and many household chores.
pictured here (bottom left) on
f, don’t be fooled into thinking
cooking. Word has it that Mr.
n spaghetti sauce!
Top 10 Ways to Say ‘I Love You’
10. Make her blush with a kiss!
9. Use poetry as the language of love!
8. Name a star after her!
7. Put her name in lights at a sports event.
6. Be creative and make a dozen roses out of an every day
item!
5. Cook her favorite dinner.
4. Plan a romantic scavenger hunt.
3. Take her to a scenic overlook of city lights at night!
2. Don’t buy - MAKE - her a personalized card!
1. Make a collage of all the times you’ve spent together!
*Reprinted from Planet Wildcat 2007
Single’s Corner
(Because not everyone is tied down…)
“What’s the best and worst thing about being single?”
Crystal Parry
Best: No obligations.
Worst: You don’t have someone to love you and show you affection.
Jonathan Brady
Best: Explore the atmosphere.
Worst: Not many downsides.
Anthony Kovaleski
Best: It’s freeing, no worries.
Worst: You have no one to keep you warm at night.
Jaquelyn Griffiths
Best: Not having to waste your time.
Worst: School dances and not having someone to go with.
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all about
Mallory...
Who is the teacher she is
most inspired by?
“Miss Rupp, even though I
never had her as a teacher. She
is the best cheerleading coach
I could ask for! She has done
so much for our squad and I
couldn’t be happier!”
Some favorites:
Book: Before I Fall
Color: Purple
Drink: Dr. Pepper
Food: Chinese
Subject: Math
Movie: The Notebook
and Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Mallory’s greatest
influences?
Family and friends!
“My friends show me that
life can be fun and great. My
family shows me that if I put
my all into something, I can
achieve it!
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he’s a cheerleader, figure skater, &
all-around active student!
February 2011
Bits & Pieces
by Lauren Clark
Would you like to know a little more
about Mallory? She was born on December 3rd and is 18 years old. Mallory
has an older brother, Mike.
Mallory loves being involved in extracurricular activities. These include
football and wrestling cheerleading,
competitive figure skating, FBLA, FCCLA, and student council.
“I love being involved because it gives
me time with my friends and helps me
to build self-confidence. It also
improves my social skills and I
am making friendships that may
last a lifetime!”
In her “spare” time, Mallory
enjoys hanging out with friends, making memories, and enjoying her final year of high school.
Mallory is also a scorekeeper for our school’s boys’ soccer and track teams. She enjoys her job because
she gets to be with her friends while earning what feels like “easy money.”
Mallory’s future plans include attending Lebanon Valley College to study pre-medicine and eventually
become a pediatric oncologist. “I want to help children with cancer so families don’t have to go through
the loss of a child like my family did this past summer.”
WHERE DOES SHE WANT TO BE IN TEN YEARS? “I want to be married and have a full
time job. I want two kids and maybe be married to a professional football player. THAT
would be awesome!”
The best lesson this cheerful girl has
learned? “Life has taught me that being
yourself is the greatest thing. Never try to
live up to someone else’s expectations. Most
of all, never give up on someone you can’t
go a day without thinking about,” she said.
How would Mallory like her classmates to
remember her after graduation?
“As an exciting, well-rounded girl who likes to bring
spirit to Western Wayne through cheerleading!”
Her role model? “My cousin, Sarah who was a fighter through all of her health issues
until she died in July 2010.”
What motivates Mallory?
“The thought of knowing that
I have a supportive mom, great
friends, and an awesome boyfriend. That’s what helps me
through life every day.”
Advice to underclassmen?
Family is important to Mallory who is pictured
here with her cousin, Sarah.
(Far left) - The ever-active Mallory wakeboarding at the lake where she lives!
“Don’t procrastinate! Put
your all into school, even if
you don’t want to. I would
give anything to go back and change my
study habits to better prepare myself for
college.”
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Dear Love Lady,
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by Amanda Pritzlaff
ken...”- I know the last page so well I can’t read
the first”..or he thinks relationships tear your
soul apart, because it has torn his. Do I stay or
do I go?
Sincerely, Scarlet
Submit your letters to the Love Lady in the
Planet Wildcat box inside the library entrance. All letters must be suitable for school.
Responses are all in fun. Advice is neither serious nor professional.
Dear Love Lady,
I am astonished! I never thought I would be
this girl. This girl, falling for the guy who is still
in love with his “ex.” I’m waiting this out with
him, but does he deserve to even know me? To
have my heart? And am I so blind as to give it to
him forgetting the consequences...living by the
motto “If you never risk anything, you’re risking
so much more.”
While I deserve a relationship, our relationship
must remain a secret because of his career. How
can you overlook such passion? He likes me, but
I’ve NEVER been with someone who has the
potential to encompass all of my being, every bit
of me, every emotion.
God, I wish I never met him sometimes. “Love
is not love without madness.” Is this true? I’m
ready. I want it all with him but he’s so bro-
Dear Scarlet,
I can see that you are in between a rock and a
hard place at this moment in time and there are
two very significant factors limiting your relationship with him: 1) a past love he’s stuck on
and 2) his lifestyle. He really must be a broken
soul. However – love – which, yes, must come
with madness, also has many healing properties.
If he can sense passion as strongly as you can,
then there is hope to salvage his heart from the
wreckage, even though it is not, and shouldn’t
be, your responsibility to help him get over an
ex-girlfriend. In my opinion this is worth the risk
ONLY if he feels the same way.
This means that he values you as much as you
him, and he’s putting you before his career and
any sore feelings from his ex. You should let him
know, directly, that he’s letting these factors get
in the way of a potentially beautiful relationship
and give him time to think about that and weigh
his options.
If he can’t learn to use new love to outgrow
his past and his fears, than you’re probably too
emotionally advanced for him at the moment
and, still, he needs time to develop.
Love, Amanda
Dear Love Lady,
I thought I really liked this girl, but now because of her my life has been turned upside
down! Don’t get me wrong she is beautiful and
has a bubbly personality and I really do like her.
But all I do is run around like a chicken with it’s
head cut off, trying to please her…I dump her
tray, I drive her to the mall and sometimes even
pay for her accessories, and tell her that her hair
looks pretty every single day.
Even though I do all this, she still avoids the
question every time I ask her if she’ll be my girl-
Just Spit It Out!
by Courtney Masker
60 seconds with
senior Jacqui Judson!
1. If you were a woman condemned, what
would your “last meal” be?
Something from Olive Garden!
2. What Hollywood celebrity would you
like to meet?
Johnny Depp!
3. If you had an endless supply of money,
how would you spend it?
I’d probably just shop a lot!
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friend by acting uncomfortable and changing the
topic. Why does she do this? How can I get her
to date me?
Nice Guy Finishing Last
Dear Nice Guy,
Don’t get me wrong, it’s very, well, nice of you
to do all these things for this girl in attempt to
win her affection. However, when a girl decides
she doesn’t like you, and avoids the question of
a relationship every time, well then you’ve probably been friend zoned.
It is a lonely and frustrating place, the friend
zone, but perhaps being stuck there will make
you realize (if you haven’t already) that the
things you do are not going to make someone
like you, and maybe this girl is kind of high
maintenance anyway. You should give her space
and see if she comes back to you, but keep playing the field for a girl who likes you for you!
Love, Amanda
Words about Love
by Elizabeth Gilbert
“People think a soul
mate is your perfect fit,
and that’s what everyone
wants. But a true soul
mate is a mirror, the person who shows you
everything that is holding you back, the
person who brings you to your own attention so you can change your life.”
“This is a good sign, having a broken heart.
It means we have tried for something.”
“L’amor che move il sole e l’altre stelle.
The love that moves the sun and the other
stars.”
“I’m here. I love you. I don’t care if you
need to stay up crying all night long, I will
stay with you.”
“To lose balance sometimes for love is part
of living a balanced life.”
4. If you could be a cartoon character, whom would you like to be?
Tommy Pickles - a female version.
5. If you could choose, what time would you live in?
Maybe the 1970’s or 80’s.
6. If you could trade places with a friend, who would it be?
Elaina Shorten.
7. If you could have a job in any profession, what would it be?
Child psychology or child counseling.
8. What book would you have liked to be a character in?
Any of the Harry Potter books.
9. What country do you want to live in?
USA!
10. What was your favorite year of high school?
So far my senior year is turning out pretty well.
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February 2011
A look back at
Ms. JamieLynn
Lemoncelli
Our teachers, once students, too!
Back when I was in high school ...
Mrs. Kendra
Wayman
by Maria Ingaglio
We’ve all heard them…the stories about our own teachers when they were our age. Most of the time, teachers insist
that they were the perfect student and had excellent behavior when they were in high school, but that’s highly unlikely.
Let’s take a look back at one of our favorite gym teachers, Miss Lemoncelli. As a stereotypical three-sport athlete,
Miss Lemoncelli had a different side to her in high school. She played in the marching band and even had a crush on
her middle school basketball coach. Along with millions of other girls her age at the time, her most played music was by
the popular boy band, The Backstreet Boys. “When I was in high school, I dressed up as our school’s mascot and went
to our trainer’s child’s party. While we were there, I was attacked by little boys and my mascot head came off, leaving
all of the little girls crying and screaming because the cougar wasn’t real.”
As a Honesdale High School student, Mr. Gill was what you would call a gentle giant. “I was a nerd who played
trumpet in band and was also on the soccer team.” Mr. Gill may have been a nerd, but he sure was a prankster! One
day during the year, his teachers all had a sleepover on the roof of their school to raise money. Along with some of his
friends, he crashed the teacher sleep-over by launching water balloons at the roof and onto his teachers.
A 1989 graduate of Western Wayne High School, Mrs. Wayman was a preppy NHS member. As a member of the National Honor society, she had the role of being a bathroom monitor but let all of her friends get away with breaking the
rules. Outside of the classroom, Mrs. Wayman was known as the biggest Michael Jackson fan that any of her classmates
ever saw. “I was in marching band in high school. But the thing was that during field shows, I couldn’t march and play
at the same time. So, I just marched and faked the playing part!”
Long time shop teacher, Mr. Ingaglio was a rebellious boy scout
back in the day. When he was in high school, his mother told him that
GAME?
he could never have a beard as long as he lived under her roof. The
day he went to college, he threw away his razor and has yet to repurchase one, which was 36 years ago. Due to two broken ankles, Mr.
Miss Lemoncelli….Most Talkative
Ingaglio was unable to participate in sports but spent his days weightMr. Gill…Most Likely to Take after
lifting, camping and hunting with friends. Mr. Ingaglio was the young
Mommy
scout leader in a wild and adventurous boy scout troop.
Mrs. Wayman…Nicest Hair
As you can see, most of your teachers weren’t picture perfect, or
Mr Ingaglio…Most Adventurous
even close.
Mr. Ben Gill
Mr. Ray Ingaglio
Sixty WWHS
students were
at a recent
FBLA Regional Leadership
Conference at
Keystone College. The winners
included 22 first-place and 11
second-place awards.
In addition, Joseph Ingaglio
was elected Region 22 President; Shannon Myers was reelected Region 22 Secretary,
and Maria Ingaglio was elected
Treasurer.
• Accounting I: 1st--Katie
Lescinski*; 4th—Mallory
Minor
• Accounting II: 1st—Matt
Buehring*; 2nd—Wayne Gilligan*
• Banking & Financial Systems:
• 1st—Anthony Kovaleski &
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Morgan Franc*
Business Calculations: 1st—
Joseph Ingaglio*; 2nd—Wade
Henshaw*; 3rd—Travis Toth*
Business Communications:
1st—Ashley Lindow*; 3rd—
Leah Krompasky*
Business Ethics: 3rd—Cora
Orehek & Josh Gershey
Business Law: 1st—Kaitlyn
Hemmler*; 3rd—Katie DeVito*
Business Math: 2nd—Alyssa
DeKenipp*; 4th—Tyler Beck*
Business Procedures: 4th—
Alyssa Caucci*; 5th—Amanda
Krenitsky
Client Service: 4th--Jeremy
Clark
Computer Applications: 2nd—
Shaun Howard* (pictured bottom right).
Database Design & Applications: 1st—Allie Hess*
Desktop Publishing: 2nd—
Abby Hemmler & Olivia
Funk*
Emerging Business Issues: Kaleb Davis & Jamie Thorpe*
Entrepreneurship: 1st—Frank
Juhasz, Matt Poska & Alfred
Thorne, (pictured at left).
FBLA Principles & Procedures: 1st—Elizabeth Curtis*;
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2nd—Cameron Karnick*;
3rd—Samantha Dougherty*
Health Care Administration:
1st—Ashley Trygar*
Hospitality Management:
2nd—Jordan Liptak*
Impromptu Speaking: 3rd—
James Tinklepaugh
Introduction to Business Communication: 4th---Ashlyn
Anderson*; 5th—Isabella
Esposito
Introduction to Parliamentary
Procedure; 1st—Sam Hoch*;
2nd—Kaelyn Jacques*; 3rd—
Cassie Reeke*
Introduction to Technology
Concepts: 1st—Kevin Lopatofsky*; 2nd—Lucas Karnick*;
4th—Bridget Quinn*
Job Interview: 1st—Liz Henry*
Management Decision Making:
2nd—Cassie Sommerss, Natalie Ward, & Kelly McConville
Mr. Future Business Leader:
2nd—Andrew Green
Networking Concepts: 1st—
Mitchell Schmeisser*
Personal Finance:
1st - Christie DeVito*; 4th—
Andy Ormiston*
Public Speaking I: 1st—Maria
Ingaglio*
• Public Speaking II: 1st—
Shannon Myers*
• Sports Management: 1st—
Kevin Karabin*
• Technology Concepts
• 1st—Jonathan Reed*; 3rd—
Denny Guo*
• Word Processing I: 1st—
Caitlyn Bortree*
• 4th—Alicia White
• Word Processing II: 1st—
• Michael Green*; 5th—Katie
Getz
• Outstanding Chapter: 1st—
Western Wayne
• Who’s Who in Region 22
FBLA: 2nd—Raphael
• Ingaglio
• Forty-eight students qualified for further competition
on the state level in Hershey
in April.
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Projects on display
Senior Projects showcase students’ interests,
talents in and out of the classroom!
Woodworking for the Wildcats
Senior Ashley Padula was interested in learning woodworking but rather than choosing a project for herself, Ashley decided to make two benches to be placed by the WW
tennis courts. After researching “how to” directions for various styles of benches,
Ashley decided upon a style, purchased the needed supples, and went to work! After
about 35 hours of hard work, the benches were ready for delivery. Although Ashley
first planned to paint them black, she “fell in love” with the rustic wood grain and decided to finish them
with water-seal rather than paint. If you happen to be a spectator at a WWHS tennis match, keep in
mind that the benches you see court-side comprise Ashley’s community service project!
Making art come to life fun for senior, Paige Zelenski
When senior Paige Zelenski was deciding upon her graduate project, the decision was an easy one. While
growing up, Paige developed a passion for art and design. Making art come to life was the goal of her
project which offered a first look into the world of fashion or design. “I’d like to start my own fashion or
design company,” Paige said, “so this was the perfect project for me.” Paige sought the advice of a family
friend who is a dress maker. Her final creation is this beautiful dress she is wearing in the photo (right).
Looks like Paige’s final design was everything she had in mind!
Read to succeed!
AP English student Katrina Good not only
enjoys reading, she recognizes the value of a
good book. It was, therefore, no surprise when
Katrina decided to build a literacy center for the
Hemlock Grove U.M.C. preschool and Sunday
School children.
Katrina collected books and DVDs using a donation drop-box and then concentrated
on refurbishing a bookcase for the children. She primed and painted the bookcase and
then organized the books that were donated. Since her donations exceeded the needs
of the children at the church, she also gave books to the Newfoundland Area Public
Library. “I’m excited that I collected 395 books!” Katrina said.
by Maria Ingaglio
1. Tell us about band and FBLA!
Keith plans to attend a
university to major in
chemical engineering.
I’ve played alto saxophone for all four years of high school, and I enjoy every minute of it. I am a section leader as well as the band’s vice president.
Overall, band is a lot of fun and very rewarding.
Age: 17
Family: Brothers Ryan
and Adam
Sister: Allison
Parents: Michelle and
Brian
This year in FBLA, my event is business presentations. Last year I placed
third at state competition for E-Business. FBLA is tons of work, but you can
learn so much, and, in the end, have so much fun.
Favorite quotation:
“The will to win, the
desire to succeed, the
urge to reach your
full potential. These
are the keys that will unlock the door to personal
excellence.” - Confucius
2. Who is your biggest inspiration?
My dad is my biggest inspiration because not only does he make a killer
milkshake, but he has been a great role model for my entire life.
3. Where do you see yourself in ten years?
Hopefully making tons of money pursuing a career that I will continue to be
interested in and do well at.
4. What is one of your fondest memories?
Last year eating lunch with all of the seniors in the courtyard was definitely my favorite memory
from high school. It was some really good times with really great friends.
5. What have you gained most from FBLA?
FBLA taught me how to work hard but also to have fun. It also taught me to work with a group.
In Step with
Keith Mattern
6. If you could tell one thing to underclassmen, what would it be?
I’d say don’t slack now and think you’ll make up for it later because once you’re behind, it’s
hard to get back on top.
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The ‘frivolous’ tunes of February
Join columnist Shaun Howard for a chat about the accomplishments of past
musicians, how February influences musical preference and genres of music.
Along with being the month of love, February can be the time to enjoy oneself the most. St.
Valentine’s Day is a passionate occasion in which most people find or refuel lust to the point where
happiness or surprise is reached.
Among the deepest stories of February lie romantic ones blended with exceptional determination and
strength to overcome obstacles. February, one month
in and of itself, has the ability to motivate some of the
greatest in the music business as well as aspiring and
adequate individuals. At this time, people gather new
interests for the up and coming year ahead, including
friendships, abilities, and hobbies.
With music, people may have the time of their life
in one place or at many, as they wish, and include
this awe-inspiring characteristic of life unto their
own. The past Februaries hold numerous memories of
ingenuity and fulfilled dreams.
February 22nd, 1956: Elvis Presley entered the
music charts with “Heartbreak Hotel.”
February 14th, 1958: On CBS television, Walter Cronkite reported that the Iranian government
has banned rock & roll because it is against Islamic concepts and a hazard to health.
February 22nd, 1963: The Beatles formed their Northern Music Publishing Company.
February 14th, 1967: Aretha Franklin recorded her song “Respect” in New York.
February 14th, 1972: Grease opened on Broadway, where it ran for a total of 3,388 performances
throughout the succeeding decade.
February 22nd, 1993: Radiohead’s first album, Pablo Honey, was released.
Several prevalent musicians were born in February, such as:
February 6th, 1962: Axl Rose
February 14th, 1972: Rob Thomas
February 2nd, 1977: Shakira
Past Rock ‘n’ Roll artists have tragically died in this month as well.
February 3rd, 1959: The Day the Music Died, coined by Don McLean in his song, American Pie;
Three American rock and roll musicians, Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. “The Big Bopper”
Richardson, were killed in a plane crash outside of Clear Lake, Iowa.
My musical preference for the month of February is spiritual and uplifting, with an added touch of
sincerity. Bands such as Bob Marley and the Wailers or Led Zeppelin suit my needs for this funfilled interval of the new year. They bring not only dedication and love to my mediating mind, but
sincerity and trust as well, which come from each musician’s loyal heart. I encourage anyone who
desires to listen to an upbeat, yet placid melody to preview various works from artists such as Led
Zeppelin, Bob Marley, or The White Stripes.
Taking into consideration the frugalness of an audience, people should consider the content of the
music that they take interest in or consider performing; the content and style of the music that you
listen to reflects your overall approach on life and esteem among its great qualities. If you feel that
the quality of music you listen to is below your average, upgrade to a more suitable genre of music
or music that better describes your outlook on life. Usually, only under assumption, someone can
foresee the type of music that someone else enjoys, whether it’s a cowboy and country or a soldier
and hard rock, it’s rather predictable and may get the best of someone if it’s not considered with
unrestricted thought.
Genres of music and their niches in its occurrence: Habitually, selecting the genre of
the piece of music by which you may find enjoyment is among the hardest in the music industry.
Genres such as Jazz and Blues fill in the soothing portion of sounds, while upbeat hip hop and pop
fill in the arousal and stimulation categories. Rock music tends to make its mark unto rebellious
behavior and youth, while composed and/or orchestrated pieces are more moderate and constricted
among the depths of musical content. Try to listen to new genres of music! Record stores hold the
perfect ingredients for any listener to be persuaded unto a piece of art.
February 2011
The Reading Room
(‘What are you
reading now, Western
Wayne’?)
by Mercades Drake
Ariana Smith, 10th
grade: The Silent
Governess because it’s
romantic, and it’s Old
English. It reminds me of
Pride and
Prejudice.
Shawney Matoushek,
10th grade: Sula. I’m
reading it because I chose
it for my English class.
Steph
Rodriguez,
12th grade: Shiver! My
friend recommended it. I
didn’t like it at first, but
after a while, I loved it!
Madeline Miller, 10th
grade: Caleb and Kate, a
romantic book!
Amanda
Ostrowski,
10th grade:
Twilight
because it’s a good book!
Zach Hopkins, 10th
grade: Stephen King’s
The Stand. It’s good!
Tyler
Murphy,
10th grade:
Breaking Dawn.
My sister is making me
read it!
Mrs. Morgan,
Teacher: Shutter
Island. I loved the
movie, so I was interested in the book. One
of my students, John
Kline, just read it and
liked it, so I borrowed it
from him!
Chris Sheard, 12th
grade: Incubus
Dreams, would recommend the book if the
reader likes vampires
and werewolves.
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February 2011
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Smile! You’re in Planet shots
Senior culinary student Kay Reed (left) created this
gingerbread masterpiece!
Photos by Markel McConeghy, Courtney Masker
Competing at FBLA is rewarding and fun
as you can tell by the smiles on the faces of
Cassie Reeke - 3rd place, Kaelyn Jacques 2nd place, and Sam Hoch, 1st place. Their
area was Intro. to Parliamentary Procedure.
Chorus members Kaycee Snuggs, Patty Warnock, and
Joyce Ursich enjoyed listening to the band after their
group’s own excellent performance.
WWHS
Proud!
NHS members recently spent a morning
packing approximately 400 bags of groceries donated by the high school community
to benefit local families through the Wayne
County Food Pantry. Pictured (left) are
Ashley Lindow, Katrina Good (front) and
Wade Henshaw, Betsy Olsommer, Matt
Lukeski , Keith Mattern, Adena Bianchi,
Andrew Green, Evan Decker, Christie
DeVito (rear).
Abby Carmody, Ashley Padula, Briana
Vinton, and Sarah Lutat pose in their cross
country stance at this year’s semi!
Congratulation WWHS band members!
Fifteen students, more than any other school in
the region, have qualified for the 2010-2011 PA
Music Educators’ Assoc. District Band 9.
The chorus and band members were
proud to help WWHS to celebrate
Veteran’s Day while stage crew
members Mike Koch and Brad
Booths(bottom center) made sure the
lighting and sound were top notch.
WWHS offers many
opportunities to
stay busy! Cheerleaders celebrated
Senior Night (left)
and Culinary Arts
students (above)
made hundreds of
favors and helped
set up tables at the
Friends of the Poor
Thanksgiving dinner.
Ho! Ho!
Ho! Something about
Santa looks
familiar!
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February 2011
This girl rocks!
Emily Samson helps to give the gift of vision
‘Through my senior project I wanted to help other
people with vision needs because of my own needs.’
- Emily Samson
When it came time to choose a graduation project, senior Emily Samson didn’t hesitate. She
knew that her project would be one of community service and that it would benefit many in our
area who suffer from vision impairment.
Emily has been wearing glasses since she was just five years old; in fact, without her glasses,
Emily is legally blind. She felt lucky to receive excellent medical care and have the loving support of her family, but Emily knew that not all families can afford the vision care they need. She,
therefore, approached her optometrist, Dr. Kenneth Phillips, to see what she could do to provide
monetary help to families in need. Since Dr. Phillips provides free eye exams as a member of the
Waymart Lion’s Club, the organization and Dr. Phillips were the perfect partners for her project.
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A final sanding!
To raise money Emily decided to use her woodworking skills. An accomplished woodworker,
Emily was able to choose a special project of making a rocking horse to raffle off. She spent
about two and a half months making her first rocking horse, and then made a second! Together
the rocking horses took Emily about 60 hours of cutting, sanding, staining, and painting. She then
raised more than $1300 selling raffle tickets at local stores and events. The Lake Ariel Lions Club
matched some of what she raised as well.
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Cutting the pieces!
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Assemblage &
application of putty
Photos courtesy of Emily Samson
More about the Lions
Club Glasses Collection
“Imagine if you could help a child read.
An adult to succeed in his job. A senior
maintain her independence. And provide a community with more opportunities to grow and thrive.” - Lionsclub.org
Everyday Lions Club Recycled Eyeglass
Programs do all of this and more. You
can help! Just drop off your old eyewear
at Lions-sponsored collection boxes at
Dr. Phillip’s office.
Alternate Frisbee tournament scheduled
•The Ultimate Frisbee team will be playing in a tournament at home on
Saturday, April 30th, and admission is free. The tournament will feature 10
teams and will be a mix of high school, college, and private club teams.
• The Cats will play all day from 9 AM to 5 PM, so show your support
throughout the day. Remember that Ultimate Frisbee t-shirts and discs will
be on sale in the school store, so you can come to the game to support the team and
show off your Wildcat Pride at the same time!
• With two wins over colleges on the road, the Cats hope to repeat their victories at
home in front of the home crowd. Join the Ultimate Revolution! Cheer on your
classmates as they go for that home win!
If you haven’t completed your senior
project yet, consider making it one that
benefits those with sight problems, just
like Emily did!
Your senior project is a great chance to
give back to your community!
Still not convinced?
See Senior Project Coordinator, Mr.
Rebar, to ask questions about how your
project can be one that benefits not only
yourself, but also those in our school,
local or world community!