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Volume 1 Issue 3
The Paw Print
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November 2007
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Homecoming
DID YOU KNOW…
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In the US, about
280 million turkeys are sold for
the Thanksgiving
celebrations
Canada's Thanksgiving is held on
the second Monday in October
Turkeys can
drown if they look
up when it is raining
Turkeys have
heart attacks
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By Macey McBryan
out their
cheerleading
Homecoming
outfits and the
has come and gone and
cheerleaders
wore enough
now it’s time to take a
football gear
look at everything that
went down.
to stifle a
First things first,
great blow
the whole week before
(can you say
Homecoming the whole
topsy tuvey?).
2007 Homecoming Queen Layla Thoompson Wednesday
student body showed
their spirit. Monday was and her escort, Jeff Chopick.
was the day to
Hat Day and kids showed and head gear. On Tues- dress up in your favorite
up in their favorite hats
day football players broke football jersey and show
Continued on page 8
WHAT’S
BARKING ?
Cheating
Guidance
Evacuation
Battle of the
Bands
Spy gate
Reviews
Dumbledore
Gay?
Writing Club Presents...
Mr. Russell
Dauberman, who is the
Snap your fingers Writing Club advisor and
if you love poetry. The
teaches English, said, “I
library hosted Writing
think the students did
Club’s poetry reading on very well with their perMonday October 22 dur- formances and it was obing Clubs. Inkling’s Writ- vious they had prepared
ing Club publishes a litfor the event. I think the
eral magazine dubbed
audience appreciated and
Veritas (truth) which con- enjoyed what they did.”
tains original work done
“It’s great for
by students.
students to see each
other perform personal
By Stephanie Fleming
and artistic creations because it encourages students to try the same activities whether in a group
at school or by themselves,” said Mrs. Lucy
Ann McLaughlin, who is a
librarian, “The topics
these students covered
struck a chord with many
students, I’m sure, because they could relate to
the common themes.”
Continued on page 14
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Cyber Monday
Nov
Kathe
By Jimmy Smith
You arrive at Wal-Mart at 5:00 am; you’re tired and you’re standing in an endless line while the clock ticks
time away. The strange white lights hurt your eyes, and you are now starting to get a migraine. This is just a typical
Black Friday.
However corporations realize that people may be less likely to spend their time waiting in line, so they developed a solution; Cyber Monday. Cyber Monday is simply the Monday following Black Friday. According to many
sources, Cyber Monday nearly overtook Black Friday in total sales last year. If this is true, it obviously shows a new
trend in the market and the buying behavior of the average American citizen. Many market researchers stated that
Cyber Monday is the next big thing, but new research may have proved that it is just a marketing ploy.
Historically, Black Friday is said to be the best day for sales for a company or a store. Black Friday is said
to mark the day when a company went from “red” (losses), to “black” (profit). Black Friday always occurs the day
after Thanksgiving, and it is heavily advertised by companies and shops. The buzz and hype of Black Friday has
been astronomically high, yet it may have some serious competition.
Cyber Monday is the Monday following Black Friday, and according to Shop.org/BizRate, 77 percent of
online retailers said they witnessed a huge profit in revenue and “hits” (people entering and viewing the site). If this
research is true, then it obviously exemplifies an evolution in market and consumer trends. In fact, many online sites
have increased their advertisements and number of specials, hoping to capitalize on Cyber Monday.
Yet, one organization has stated that they created Cyber Monday to generate consumer excitement.
Shop.org has said that they wanted to increase their sales, so they began advertising and promoting this day to generate more sales.
Employees at Shop.org said they noticed a minimal increase in sales.
Even though Cyber Monday may have started as an advertisement for an online realtor, many companies
have began to expect the “traffic” (amount of people who go to the site) and are starting to devise ways to make special deals on Cyber Monday.
Market researchers have stated that Cyber Monday is an evolution on the way Americans shop, and that
sales on Cyber Monday will soon overtake the amount of sales on Black Friday. Others have stated that Cyber
Monday is nothing more than a clever marketing ploy that the media has blown out of proportion. So will you battle
the crowds on Black Friday, or get into a “bidding war” with a person on eBay on Cyber Monday? Whatever you decide to do, the corporations will be watching.
The Business and Profe
for November is Katherine Carr S
Jersey Shore.
Katie’s activities include
Print for 1 year, National Honor S
dent council for 2 years, track an
Katie serves as photo ed
She also served as her freshman
nis team this year. Outside schoo
the Lock Haven and Jersey Shor
and serves as a certified life gua
Clinton Country Club. She recen
school house for the Kuna Indian
Katie is a four-year varsi
letter winner in track and field. S
vault. She is the current district c
the PIAA state track and field eve
represent Jersey Shore at the HO
Youth Leadership Lycoming. Sh
grade. She has represented her
years.
Katie’s interests include
any outdoor activity. She hopes t
physical therapy.
Future Business Leaders of America
What is FBLA? The Future Business Leaders of America is a national student organization for secondary students
enrolled in any business or businessrelated classes at the middle & secondary
school levels that meet the SCANS competencies. FBLA helps students develop leadership abilities and prepare for entry into
and advancement within a business occupation. Members learn how to engage in
business enterprise, how to direct the affairs of a group, and how to compete hon-
orably in competitive events. These activities help prepare students to be productive
citizens.
FBLA offers a wide variety of programs. Through community service, fundraisers, competition, and chapter involvement you can receive a complete FBLA
education. If you are interested in becoming a FBLA member, stop in to see Mrs.
Zimmerman, Mrs. Oden, or Mr. Griswold.
Derek E. Smith
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November Students of the Month
Katherine Sprague
The Business and Professional Women’s Club Girl of the Month
for November is Katherine Carr Sprague, daughter of Taryn Sprague of
Jersey Shore.
Katie’s activities include participating in volleyball and the Paw
Print for 1 year, National Honor Society, basketball, Relay for Life, and student council for 2 years, track and field for 3 years, and tennis for 4 years.
Katie serves as photo editor for the Paw Print student newspaper.
She also served as her freshman class treasurer and as captain of the tennis team this year. Outside school, Katie is an employee and volunteer at
the Lock Haven and Jersey Shore YMCAs where she coaches gymnastics
and serves as a certified life guard. She is also employed as a waitress at
Clinton Country Club. She recently spent time in Panama building a
school house for the Kuna Indians.
Katie is a four-year varsity letter winner in tennis and a two-year
letter winner in track and field. She holds the school record for the pole
vault. She is the current district champion for pole vault and participated in
the PIAA state track and field event. As a sophomore she was selected to
represent Jersey Shore at the HOBY conference and she is a graduate of
Youth Leadership Lycoming. She won the National Latin award in 9th
grade. She has represented her class on the homecoming court for two
years.
Katie’s interests include traveling, sports, boating, swimming, or
any outdoor activity. She hopes to attend Bucknell University to study
physical therapy.
Katherine C. Sprague
Derek Smith
Derek E. Smith
The Jersey Shore Lions’ Club Citizen of the Month for November is Derek E. Smith son of Randy and Kim Smith of Jersey Shore.
Derek has been a part of the football team for 3 years and a member
of the baseball and basketball team for 4 years.
He has led the football team as captain this year. Outside school,
Derek coaches youth basketball at the YMCA, referees YMCA basketball
games, and umpires baseball games for Jersey Shore Little League.
He is a three-year varsity letter winner in baseball, and a two year
varsity letter winner in both basketball and football. As a baseball player, he
was a second-team selection to the Susquehanna Valley League all Star
Baseball Team. In addition, the Sun Gazette named him second in the batting order in their All-Star Starting Lineup for the 2007 baseball season. At
the Hughesville Holiday Classic, Derek was named to the All-Tournament
Basketball team.
Derek enjoys movies and practicing for his 3 sports, going to the
YMCA to shoot baskets, or going to the batting cages with his dad. He plans
to attend college to become an athletic trainer.
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Ghosts and Goblins Galore!
A Paw Print spec
The Halloween Costume Contest at Jersey Shore-
By Sveta Hinaman
Halloween, it’s the
day when all the spirits,
ghosts, goblins get to get
out and once again roam
the halls of Jersey Shore
Senior High. The haunting,
dark, foggy morning of October 31st was the unspeakable day when people
dressed up in scary, funny,
most creative, strangest,
and spookiest costumes.
Some believe that Halloween is the most fun and exciting holiday celebrated at
the Jersey Shore Senior
High School.
This Halloween
there was a four way tie for
the most creative costumes.
They were salt and pepper
shakers worn by Meg Stevenson and Liz Laylon, and
“Peace and Quiet” portrayed by Alissa
Fisher and Layla Thompson.
The funniest costume was
dedicated to Katie Sanso as “Mrs. Thomas.” The spookiest costume was worn
By Courtney Kaelin
Alissa Fisher, Layla Thompson, Katie Sanso, Dominic Riley, James Barnes,
Casey Snyder, Liz Laylon, Meg Stevenson, and Mrs. Lucy McLaughlin
by Dominic Riley as “the Bloody Grim
Reaper.” Jersey Shore Senior High’s
prettiest costume was worn by Casey
Snyder as “Swiss Miss.” The strangest
costume was worn by James Barnes as
the “Expandable Swiss Miss.” A special award was given to the winner of
best teacher in costume: Mrs. Lucy
McLaughlin as “Fiona Shrek.”
BOTB raises enough to start up Brickhouse
By Kylie Starr
October’s Battle of the Bands
profits went towards opening the
Brickhouse in the YMCA. BOTB
did not quite meet its goal last
month, although it did raise
enough money to start up the
Brickhouse. The Brickhouse
should be opening its doors to the public by the end of November or early December.
“I hope people come and
enjoy themselves, and show respect to me and the Brickhouse
so it will run for years to come,”
said Abe Williams, the creator of
the idea. So, when the Brickhouse finally opens its doors to
all, go show some love to the
bands and Abe for arranging this
creative new music venue.
Ring. In four minutes,
ring and you will be off to stru
nitely didn’t study for. What is
the test honorably, or scribble
before entering the room. Wh
According to a recent
Senior High students, choosin
mon occ
where 79
claim to h
Page 6: How
are students
assignme
cheating?
tounding
cheated
“I’m surprised people
Mauck, grade 11. “Most peop
work. It’s a given. Not usually
the teachers watch you like ha
The survey found tha
to helping friends cheat.
“Well you feel bad for
school, and you want to help
to fall behind. Sometimes they
Mauck.
Ian Eisenhauer, a jun
fairly accurate, although he ad
surprised. It’s not appalling to
around it.”
He also confessed, “I
last year I just got sick of it.”
There are many stude
assignments, and getting robb
its toll.
“I’ve cheated on tons
Herman. “But you really shou
long run.”“I believe cheating is
when needed,” said Alison He
The results also show
students admitted to cheating
Erin Raab, grade 11, declared
me so mad. No one deserves
Eisenhauer added, “T
Other students didn’t
accurate number.
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NEWS
A Paw Print special report
Are YOU Cheating?
By Courtney Kaelin
Ring. In four minutes, the second bell is going to
ring and you will be off to struggle through that test you definitely didn’t study for. What is there to do? You could take
the test honorably, or scribble the answers on your hand
before entering the room. What would you do?
According to a recent poll of Jersey Shore Area
Senior High students, choosing to cheat is not an uncommon occurrence at the high school,
where 79 percent of students surveyed
claim to have cheated on a homework
Page 6: How
are students
assignment at least once, while an ascheating?
tounding 58 percent said they have
cheated on a quiz or test.
“I’m surprised people were so honest!” said Lincoln
Mauck, grade 11. “Most people cheat, especially on homework. It’s a given. Not usually on quizzes or tests because
the teachers watch you like hawks.”
The survey found that 70 percent of students admit
to helping friends cheat.
“Well you feel bad for friends that were absent from
school, and you want to help them catch up. It is very easy
to fall behind. Sometimes they need that extra help,” said
Mauck.
Ian Eisenhauer, a junior, found the results to be
fairly accurate, although he added, “The teachers might be
surprised. It’s not appalling to me, but that’s because I’m
around it.”
He also confessed, “I used to cheat all the time, but
last year I just got sick of it.”
There are many students that put forth the effort on
assignments, and getting robbed of credit eventually takes
its toll.
“I’ve cheated on tons of tests,” said junior Rachelle
Herman. “But you really shouldn’t because it kills you in the
long run.”“I believe cheating is OK on rare occasions and
when needed,” said Alison Henry, a senior.
The results also showed that roughly 14 percent of
students admitted to cheating on a boyfriend or girlfriend.
Erin Raab, grade 11, declared, “I hate cheaters! They make
me so mad. No one deserves to be cheated on.”
Eisenhauer added, “That’s absolutely horrible.”
Other students didn’t believe the 14 percent was an
accurate number.
Have you ever...
120
cheated on
hom ew ork?
100
cheated on a
boyfriend or
girlfriend?
80
cheated on a quiz
or test?
60
helped a friend
cheat?
40
been caught
cheating?
20
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The Introduction to Journalism class surveyed 150 students to determine their views on cheating. This chart shows how many said “yes” to
the questions on the right.
“I think a lot of people lied on this and should have
told the truth,” said junior Ellie Bardo.
“They are definitely lying about that,” said Andrew
Frantz, a freshman.
Fellow freshman Bethany Hughes agreed, saying,
“It is very wrong to cheat. More people have cheated, but
they just didn’t admit it.”
To cheat is one thing, but to be caught is another
issue completely. Only 21 percent of the students surveyed
confirmed that they were actually caught in the act of cheating.
“I remember in eighth grade,” shared Dominique
Laubach, a junior. “I gave my review papers to a friend who
photocopied them and gave them out to more people than
just herself. She handed the photocopied review paper in
that way too! A few days later, we were called down to the
teacher’s room. He returned the photocopied review papers
to us and said to erase the answers. Obviously, you can’t
erase ink! He definitely knew we were cheating.”
“I cheated in Mr. Flanigan’s class all the time with
Logan Mariano!” Eisenhauer said. Cont. on pg. 6
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Are YOU cheating?
(Cont. from pg. 5)
However, the teachers aren’t
completely blind to this.
“I’ve caught people cheating,
but not often,” said Mrs. Jeri Demel, a
senior high Spanish teacher. “Mostly
kids use free online translators. They
think we can’t tell.”
“I have been caught once this
year,” said sophomore Taylor Stabley.
“Mr. Klugh took my homework assignment, gave it to Mr. Vairo and he gave
me a zero.”
Sophomore Corey Schilling
also admitted to being caught. “It was
on a German test and Mr. Hunter took
my test and ripped it up,” he said.
How else are teachers responding to cheating? Automotive technology teacher Mr. Robert Vlacich
said,“No matter what, you can’t completely eliminate cheating. There are
ways it can be reduced, but not eliminated.”
Besides, according to Mr.
Vlacich, his students weren’t particularly inventive when they cheated.
“In the Career and Technical
Education (CTE) classes, teachers
have the opportunity to give students
performance-based exams,” he said.
Essentially, this method allows the instructor to have one-on-one interaction
with the student to examine how he or
she is handling the information in a
hands-on fashion.
“This entirely eliminates the
possibility for cheating,” he said.
The repercussions for cheating
can be detention, ISS, or even suspension.
“Cheating is reprehensible. It is
completely and utterly reasonable. Repeat offenders should result in the failure of the course,” said Ms. Jessica
George, a social studies teacher.
Librarian Lucy McLaughlin
said, “It’s obvious by the results that
students would rather cheat on homework than on their friends. People just
do not see quizzes and tests the same
as cheating on their boyfriend or their
girlfriend. It’s all based on people’s values.”
Mr. Tony Owens, physical education teacher, said, “I’m not surprised
by the results. I think in this day there
are more ways for kids to cheat than in
the past.”
The reasons for cheating differ
from person to person, but the consequences for getting caught are unsympathetic. The next time you find yourself in the position to cheat, will you?
(Editor’s note: The following students
in the Introduction to Journalism class also
contributed to this story – Eric Budd, Emily
Cook, Samantha Englert, Taryn Fioretti, Alexander Hines, William Miller, Ashley Perchinski,
Jack Stewart, Ashley Weaver, and Cassandra
Weymouth.)
Have you seen people cheat?
do something on word
and write A, B, or C
Cheating is a common occurrence, whether it’s on down for the person
school work or in a boyfriend/girlfriend relationship. A sum- taking the test,” he
mary of poll questions conclude that the number of people said.
Others take a
who cheat is soaring. They’ve admitted to cheating on
tests, helping people cheat, cheating on boyfriends or girl- more traditional approach to cheating,
friends, and seeing people cheating on their significant
other.
according to several students. Cheat sheets, which have
So how are people cheating? In a variety of ways, been popular since our parents and grandparents were in
some are quite surprising.
school, are still popular today.
“I’ve seen someone write answers to a test on their
“I’ve seen people put answer sheets under their
desk,” said senior Seth Beckman.
chest,” said Maddy Drier, a ninth grader.
Seniors Layla Thompson and Laure Hartranft
Some people take advantage of new technology in
stated, “We’ve seen people write on desks or their arms
order to cheat. “I’ve seen people cheat through text mesand write answers on the bottom of their shoes.”
saging,” said Abby Haldeman, a freshman.
Cheating has been around for centuries, and it cerAnother ninth grader, Logan Enders, said computers are also used for cheating. “I’ve seen people cheat tainly has changed with the new advances in technology,
on AR tests by sitting right next to the person pretending to but still, the classic ways of cheating still exist.
Who’s the Bul
By Kalyn Yost
So, could you guess who
dog is? Last month the Paw Prin
cle about who is behind the feroc
of Spike, and got some interestin
on who it could be. Now it’s time
suspense. This year’s Bulldog is
please….) Freshman Collin Jerra
very excited about being the bull
year, and is hoping to stick with i
So next time you see Spike you’l
who you’re looking at, and give h
for being such a great Bulldog!
By Kylie Starr
FCCLA
By Trevor Rosato
With the seasons growin
day. FCCLA conducts a school-w
sons. This year the drive will be h
adopt- a-family program. Last ye
This club doesn’t just giv
branch of FCCLA alive. Each yea
to join FCCLA is required to pay
Berfield is proud of her students
This year FCCLA has its
FCCLA meeting in Bloomsburg,
hard towards this goal, they have
before Thanksgiving.
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What’s going on in the
cafeteria?
By Rachel Rippey
Who’s the Bulldog?
By Kalyn Yost
So, could you guess who the Bulldog is? Last month the Paw Print ran an article about who is behind the ferocious head
of Spike, and got some interesting feedback
on who it could be. Now it’s time to end the
suspense. This year’s Bulldog is, (drumroll
please….) Freshman Collin Jerrals! Collin is
very excited about being the bulldog this
year, and is hoping to stick with it for a while.
So next time you see Spike you’ll really know
who you’re looking at, and give him a hand
for being such a great Bulldog!
Every day students rush to the cafeteria to get their lunch.
They are rowdy and excited to eat; it doesn’t matter if it’s chicken
patty Tuesday, or even cheese steak Wednesday.
Right now there isn’t much order in the cafeteria; students
go up to stand in line, then we buy our lunch. Students are getting
shoved into walls and into other students.
Is standing in the lunch line a safety hazard now? A few
students gave their opinion on the problem in the cafeteria.
“It would be a lot quicker to get lunch and eat if we don’t
have a lunch line; students could have more time to catch up on
late homework or get a head start on homework for the night,” said
Amanda Koons. (10)
“I think they should just let us go in and do our own thing,”
said Amy Palski. (10)
Britteny Antolick (10) said, “I think it’s stupid to have someone monitor the lunch line. We’re mature enough to be able to go in
and not wait in line.”
Maybe the procedures in the cafeteria should be changed
to make buying lunch a little faster, less irritating, and painful.
FCCLA holding canned food drive
By Trevor Rosato
With the seasons growing colder, it’s clubs like FCCLA that like to give others a chance to have a happy holiday. FCCLA conducts a school-wide canned food drive each year to raise foods for families during the holiday seasons. This year the drive will be held sometime after Christmas vacation. Another of FCCLA’s seasonal activities is the
adopt- a-family program. Last year FCCLA managed to raise $400 to buy three kids their dream gifts for Christmas.
This club doesn’t just give to others though, they also care about each other and they work hard to keep this
branch of FCCLA alive. Each year members of FCCLA must pay $15 to the states for their membership. Each student
to join FCCLA is required to pay $5 then the rest of the money is to be raised together by working in their club. Mrs.
Berfield is proud of her students for working together and bringing about unlikely friendships.
This year FCCLA has its highest membership of 20 students. Also this year they went to their fifth regional
FCCLA meeting in Bloomsburg, and are hoping to raise money to take a trip and go to states later this year. Working
hard towards this goal, they have already sold caramel apples. Their next fund raiser will be selling Christmas gifts
before Thanksgiving.
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Homecoming Wrap-Up
November
Athlete of th
April Cha
(Cont. from front pg.)
dedication to the football team you like the best. The failed
Thursday, Mascot Day was supposed to be the day that everyone dressed like the mascot of their favorite team, but as it
turned out, nobody thought it was worth dressing up for. Although no one dressed up, a crowd of people showed up that
night for the parade and bonfire. The last day of the week
was the icing on the cake, ORANGE AND BLACK DAY. Students came decked out in orange and black to show their
school pride and their dislike for Central Mountain. Friday was
also the day of our memorable pep assembly where cheerleaders tried to get everyone excited for the upcoming game.
The Homecoming queen and princesses were revealed to the student body at the assembly. It was also the
day when some guys came out and tried their hand at being
cheerleaders. There was a contest to see who can jump the
highest and in the most cheerleader-ish way. To top it all off
they ended it with a dance to the seemingly never-ending song
Soldier Boy.
Now on to the Homecoming princesses and queen;
everyone that was paying attention to the Bulldog news or to
anyone in the high school for that matter, you will already
know who got the honor to be our princesses and queen. The
ones that didn’t get picked, though, tend to be forgotten by the
masses, but not this year. The nominees included; Chelsea
Baier, Jenna Brooks, Natasha Dincher, Jodi Royer, Sarah
Saboski, Katie Sprague, and Layla Thompson for 12th grade;
Erin Raab, Dominque Laubauch, and Raelee Taylor for 11th;
and Maxine Hagaer, Lily Newton, and Brooke Koch made up
the nominees for 10th grade. Last but not least, the princess
nominees for 9th grade were Sarah Eck, Amanda Shadle, and
Emily Cook. The girls got all dressed up and decked out to
make an appearance at the Friday night football game, unfortunately, the weather wasn’t on their side. The rain was coming down hard, but that didn’t stop the girl’s on their quest for
royalty.
The week full of spirit was ended in a disappointing
loss to Central Mountain by one point. The loss didn’t do
much to dampen the spirits of dance-goers. Although it was
less occupied than usual, students still showed up to party at
the Homecoming dance. Even though it ended badly, the
week full of spirit will remain a nice memory to those who participated.
Derek Smith (12), Shandel Starr (10),
and Taylor Stabley (10)
Emily Sweely (12)
James Smith (12)
By Kirsten Morse
The November girl
athlete of the month is a
hardworking, welldeserving, and individual.
April Champion, a
senior, and a soccer and
basketball player, has been
chosen for her dedication
and skills. April has played
soccer for 13 years and prefers it over basketball, which
she has played for 8 years.
“Soccer is more difficult and
more intense,” April said.
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November Female
Athlete of the Month:
April Champion
By Kirsten Morse
Her other interests besides
sports includes running,
The November girl reading, shopping and going
athlete of the month is a
to the movies with friends.
After high school
hardworking, wellApril plans to attend Penndeserving, and individual.
April Champion, a sylvania College of Technolsenior, and a soccer and
ogy to become an architect,
basketball player, has been and plans to play soccer her
chosen for her dedication
sophomore year. April has
and skills. April has played had a tremendous soccer
soccer for 13 years and pre- season; basketball is surely
fers it over basketball, which to be just as exciting. Keep
she has played for 8 years. up the great work!
“Soccer is more difficult and
more intense,” April said.
November Male
Athlete of the Month:
Shawn Dyroff
By Evan Bletz
Shawn Dyroff, a
senior at Jersey Shore, was
chosen as November’s Athlete of the Month. Shawn
plays football and runs
track. He is a key part of the
Bulldogs’ defense that made
the playoffs and won our
school’s first playoff game
since 1997.
He is a three-year
letterman football player and
a one-year track letterman.
He also in tenth grade he
was named as the Defense
Player of the Year.
Shawn plans on
attending either Lock Haven
or Bloomsburg University.
Shawn wants to play football at whatever college he
attends.
He has been playing sports since he was in
kindergarten and he said his
idols are his parents.
Shawn’s advice to under
classmen is, “If you are worried you’re not going to play,
it’s okay, work hard and lift
weights and great things will
happen.”
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From the Sidelines
G
Spygate controversy darkens Patriots’ season
By Evan Bletz
Most sports
junkies and others who
watch ESPN once in a
while probably know
what “Spygate” is. For
those of you who don’t
know, it’s the New England Patriots scandal in
which they had tapes of
the New York Jets play-calling signals.
Former Miami Dolphins coach
Don Shula, who coached the only undefeated team in NFL history, made a
remark that if the Patriots should go
undefeated, then there should be an
asterisk beside their record. Many compare this case with the Barry Bonds
homerun record having an
asterisk beside it.
So this poses the
question: If the Patriots go
undefeated, should an
asterisk be placed beside
their record?
The fact is that
the Patriots cheated and
were caught. Bonds got
an asterisk on his 756 ball and he was
never proven to have taken HGH or
steroids. I’m not defending Bonds but if
his record got an asterisk and he wasn’t
caught, and the Pats cheated and were
caught, wouldn’t it be appropriate to put
an asterisk beside their possible record?
By: Mariah Sortman
I personally thought that the
Patriots should have forfeited the win
and therefore it would have eliminated
their chance at an undefeated season.
The Patriots and their supporters are using the defense that it was
only one game… Therefore, that one
game should be a loss.
Bulldogs host their first home field playoff game
trict title game against and explosive
Selinsgrove squad.”
Jersey Shore Football is
Coach Eck was very happy
with how things went.
back.
“I was very pleased with the
Those were the words of
crowd. We had a great turnout and
third-year head coach Steve Eck
they were really supportive,” Coach
following the Bulldogs’ 7-0 victory
over the 5-1 Athens Wild Cats in the Eck said. “The team played very
seventh week of our season. And
well. The defense flew around and
made things happen and the offense
now in light of the Bulldogs’ most
recent home victory over Columbia controlled the line of scrimmage,
Montour Vo-Tech, which they beat exactly what we have strived and in
33-16, the Bulldogs are anxious to many causes excelled to do this
year.”
go up against Selinsgrove for the
District Title.
LATE UPDATE: Jersey
Senior and starting quarterback Derek Smith said, “The victory Shore lost its playoff game against
over CMVT was huge; it is a major
confidence boost going into the dis- Selinsgrove.
By Skyler Wool
Some people take life for
some children who cherish every
These children have cancer, and
have a better life.
Childhood cancer is relat
percent of all cancer cases occur
about one out of every 15,000 ch
about 12,400 U.S. children under
cancer. That same year, 2,500 ch
ease. Leukemia is the most comm
resenting 31.5 percent of cases in
next most common cancer is cen
cers including brain cancer. Othe
lymphomas including Hodgkin's d
lymphoma, neuroblastoma (cance
sue sarcomas, kidney cancers an
However, these children’s lives d
cancer.
The Hugs & Hope Club fo
wide Internet-based group that an
a sick child some “happy mail” or
through the mail to brighten up th
easy:
When you send mail to the club k
important things:
1) Include your email address
2) Include the Initial of the child's
3) Remember to update the mail
what you sent.
4) When mailing to siblings, inclu
tured child like this: Shelby (Siste
5) Remember to send "thinking o
cards rather than "get well" cards
When you update the ma
Kids and updates to update the c
sent some joy. This will help the m
know which children are not know
keep them happy and help them
ease.
There are children who a
disease and how it has affected t
“Being nine years old and
sometimes. But leukemia isn’t tha
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Giving Kids a Better Life
By: Mariah Sortman
Some people take life for granted, but there are
some children who cherish every minute they are alive.
These children have cancer, and we all can help them to
have a better life.
Childhood cancer is relatively rare; only about 2
percent of all cancer cases occur in children. Yet each year,
about one out of every 15,000 children gets cancer. In 1998,
about 12,400 U.S. children under 20 were found to have
cancer. That same year, 2,500 children died from the disease. Leukemia is the most common childhood cancer, representing 31.5 percent of cases in children under 15. The
next most common cancer is central nervous system cancers including brain cancer. Other common cancers include
lymphomas including Hodgkin's disease and non-Hodgkin's
lymphoma, neuroblastoma (cancer of the nerves), soft tissue sarcomas, kidney cancers and cancer of the bones.
However, these children’s lives don’t have to be all about
cancer.
The Hugs & Hope Club for Sick Kids is a nationwide Internet-based group that anyone can access and send
a sick child some “happy mail” or letter, cards and small gifts
through the mail to brighten up their day. The steps are very
easy:
When you send mail to the club kids, be sure to do these
important things:
1) Include your email address
2) Include the Initial of the child's last name on the envelope.
3) Remember to update the mail stats page to let us know
what you sent.
4) When mailing to siblings, include the name of the featured child like this: Shelby (Sister of Aimee P)
5) Remember to send "thinking of you" or "have a good day"
cards rather than "get well" cards.
When you update the mail stats just click on Our
Kids and updates to update the child’s mail in which you
sent some joy. This will help the managers of this foundation
know which children are not known and need some boost to
keep them happy and help them not think about their disease.
There are children who are willing to talk about their
disease and how it has affected them, such as this little girl;
“Being nine years old and having cancer can suck
sometimes. But leukemia isn’t that bad once you get used to
it,” Jade Rogers explained as she sat on the couch in the
recreational room, “but some people are scared of you, like
they will catch it. But the people [at the Ronald McDonald
house] are really nice.” When she is asked how long she
has had leukemia she says she can’t remember, “… because it has been so long.” She wants people to understand
what she is going through “… we are just kids. Having cancer doesn’t make us different and we just want to live and
have fun.” She couldn’t finish the interview because she
tires easily. But she went to her room happier.
These children go through their days either in pain
or in depression. Giving Happy Mail or volunteering can
brighten their day and make them have a positive outlook
that is proven to help their condition, it won’t cure it, but it
gives them the strength to fight. Being a volunteer can put
you in direct contact with the child and you can do crafts,
food carts, and interact with him/her on a normal life basis.
This helps them a lot because they see someone smiling
and it gives them strength because they have the chance to
be ‘normal’. And each smile is worth the extra work to make
them happier. For more information contact the Ronald
McDonald house or go online to
www.hugsandhopekids.com
People take life for granted. But some children know
life can be snatched away from you and it can be changed
forever. This Thanksgiving, remember that some people
don’t have the best of lives. And ten minutes, or even less,
of your time can make a huge difference in one child’s life.
And making them smile will make you feel good about yourself.
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Embarras
By Katie Sprague
Six questions with
Layla Thompson
By Morgan Sheddy
What was your reaction when you found
out you were on the homecoming
court?
“I was really honored and shocked at the same
time.”
Layla Thompson and her escort Jeff Chopick shortly after she was named
2007 Homecoming Queen.
What was different this year from last year?
“More people participated this year, and they showed more school spirit.”
Was it hard picking out an outfit?
“Actually, it was. I went down to the mall the day I dressed as a football player and I was still in my gear; everyone asked me how my game was.”
How /why did you pick your escort?
“We have been friends since 7th grade and he’s my best bud. I have a boyfriend but I wanted to spend homecoming with a senior.”
Were you happy to have Jeff Chopick as your escort? Was he supportive?
“He made it so much fun. His wave was hilarious ‘A vote for Layla is a vote for world peace’ was our slogan I
guess. Oh my goodness, yes! He was supportive. He would go around to older people and younger people
saying ‘Vote for Layla for queen!’”
Are you excited to come back next year and crown the 2008 homecoming queen?
“I really am. I’m really honored to win and I feel blessed to have this opportunity. I am also excited to see
how much the girls change.”
Sure, they’re embarrass
Some are worse than others, but
ments cause us to cringe when w
think, “I can’t believe I did that!” S
themselves along with everybody
crawl in a hole and never come o
mortified with my experience. I w
an average day in an ordinary gy
and I were playing Mitch. I swung
ing to put spin on the ball becaus
was playing tennis. As I swung th
on the ball, I somehow managed
forehead, apparently harder than
to continue playing and touched
was throbbing slightly. After I felt
I pulled it down to look only to se
me. I looked up at Devin and ask
eyes grew wide as he took a step
ghost. At that, I began to cry. No
because I was afraid it would sca
my tennis match that day. I ende
scar, and I didn’t even get to play
rassing…who hits themselves in
paddle? Oh well, I guess there’s
now! Some of your classmates w
their embarrassing stories as we
“I ran into a wall one time.”
-Devin Rachael
“We were at tennis districts, getti
match. I needed to fix my hair, bu
disgusting and had no mirrors. I a
and used the passenger side win
looked in the window at myself tr
completely oblivious to the fact th
ting in the car staring back at me
to why I was standing in front of
in at him. It wasn’t until I heard th
Katie and Morgan that I realized
-Kelsey Clementoni
“My life is an embarrassing mom
-Christopher Kutza
“I tripped in the lunch room in the
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Embarrassing Moments: We all have them
By Katie Sprague
Sure, they’re embarrassing, but we all have them.
Some are worse than others, but all embarrassing moments cause us to cringe when we look back on them and
think, “I can’t believe I did that!” Some people just laugh at
themselves along with everybody else; others just want to
crawl in a hole and never come out. I, for one, was pretty
mortified with my experience. I was playing pickle ball on
an average day in an ordinary gym class. My partner Devin
and I were playing Mitch. I swung at a forehand, attempting to put spin on the ball because I apparently thought I
was playing tennis. As I swung the paddle and brushed up
on the ball, I somehow managed to knick myself in the
forehead, apparently harder than I thought. I stepped over
to continue playing and touched my forehead because it
was throbbing slightly. After I felt that wetness on my hand,
I pulled it down to look only to see a pool of red beneath
me. I looked up at Devin and asked, “Am I bleeding?” His
eyes grew wide as he took a step back like he had seen a
ghost. At that, I began to cry. Not even because it hurt, but
because I was afraid it would scar and I wanted to play in
my tennis match that day. I ended up with eight stitches, a
scar, and I didn’t even get to play my match! How embarrassing…who hits themselves in the head with a pickle ball
paddle? Oh well, I guess there’s nothing I can do about it
now! Some of your classmates were nice enough to share my tray up; my stuff went everywhere.”
their embarrassing stories as well.
-Tyler Thomas
“I ran into a wall one time.”
-Devin Rachael
“I was running some errands with my mom one afternoon when she asked me to run into the store for a
gallon of milk while she waited in the car. I went in,
“We were at tennis districts, getting ready for the big
bought the milk, came out and hopped in the car and
match. I needed to fix my hair, but the bathrooms were
asked if we could go get something to eat as I placed the
disgusting and had no mirrors. I approached a parked car milk at my feet. “Excuse me?” A man’s confused voice. I
and used the passenger side window as my mirror. As I
look up horrified to realize that I had gotten into the car of
looked in the window at myself trying to fix my hair, I was some old man! I quickly started rambling some halfcompletely oblivious to the fact that there was a man sitcomprehendible apology, jumped out the car and ran to
ting in the car staring back at me in complete curiosity as mom’s identical car parked two spots over. Just as we
to why I was standing in front of his car seemingly peering were pulling out, I realized I had left my milk in that old
in at him. It wasn’t until I heard the shrieks and laughter of guy’s car.”
Katie and Morgan that I realized what I had done!”
-Morgan Sheddy
-Kelsey Clementoni
“Someone urinated in my football cleats.”
“My life is an embarrassing moment.”
-Logan Shay
-Christopher Kutza
“And I sniffed it!”
“I tripped in the lunch room in the middle aisle while taking -Taylor Donahay
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B
Don’t Tear Out Your Hair
By: Dylan Arblaster and Chelsea Moore
Do you ever have times where you just break down
and cry for no reason? Take a look around you; every person you see has had a meltdown at least once. What’s the
cause? Friends, schoolwork, family, the boyfriend or girlfriend; it always boils down to two things: pressure and
stress. Pressure and stress are like two sides of a coin. Can
you relate? Times pass you by in high school; it could be
the best time of your life, or it could be the worst. People
handle stress differently, but here are a few tips that seem
to help everyone:
•
•
•
•
Scream really loud into a pillow (classic); it will
make you feel a thousand times better.
Crank the music up ten more notches. The type of
music depends entirely on how you feel. Just let it
out.
Be completely honest with yourself. What’s more
important in your life right now?
Go someplace calm and quiet where you feel safe,
especially if option #2 doesn’t work for you. This
•
•
•
•
place could be
your room, the
library, a
church; wherever you feel
more comfortable.
Remind yourself
that you’re not
Superman, and
everyone makes mistakes.
Sleep. It’s probably the easiest stress-reliever on
this list.
Avoid the things that are causing you stress. If your
best friends are making you mad, c’mon, do you
really even want to be around them?
Ask for help and advice. It’s almost as easy as
sleeping.
Life is not a comic book and you are not a superhero,
so just relax, and take it easy. Don’t try to juggle everything at once; anyone will tell you that it’s not possible.
Writing Club Presents
(Cont. from front pg.)
The poetry reading opened with an acoustic interpretation by Josh Hines (10) called “All or Nothing”, a poem
written by Marlena Schuster (10).
Schuster said, “It was the first time that I heard my
poem being performed and I about cried because I loved
Josh’s voice saying my own words, it was cool.”
Mrs. McLaughlin said, “Personally, I am so proud to
see and hear what these students perform. The music
communicates to everyone, it’s a universal language.”
“Eventually I hope to put together something that
celebrates all the arts, not only writing, but photography,
dance, theater, etc.”
Members of Writing Club who presented pieces
were Alyssa Bell (10), Christoph Rohrer, Evan Sander,
Samantha Englert (11), Candice Chopick (11), Sarah
Saboski (12), Sarah Nichols (12) and Rachel Owens (12).
Saboski not only read her own poetry, “Your Relationship” but also read work done by a graduate member of
Writing Club, Dance Drier, “So Let Us Go, You and I” and a
piece by a current member, Shana Rhine (12) called
“Serendipity”.
Other members of Writing Club preferred to listen
as members of the audience during the reading.
Alison Henry (12) said, “I loved Josh Hines’s performance because I thought Marlena’s poem was so good
when I read it but hearing it was amazing.”
Writing Club has produced a literal magazine for
about four years and has been performing for two.
“I’m really pleased with the student involvement in
Writing Club,” said Mr. Dauberman, “Every club day about
twenty students show up to share their work. They’re a
nice group of students to hang out with. We hope to publish more than one issue of Veritas before the end of the
year and have possibly another performance, however, the
date has yet to be decided.”
Writing Club is open to all students. For more information contact Mr. Dauberman.
Jersey S
By Shana Rhine
Tight pants, guyliner, an
lanche; Battle of the Bands delive
Shore rocked out to the sounds o
of the YMCA. Hot guys, hot girls,
wrong?
The October 20th Battle o
ented bands such as Tearbook, T
Clyde Frog, Bury Lexington, and
Hines. The bands came from Loc
our own school.
Battle of the Bands isn’t
excuse to listen to awesome mus
put on your skull-print slip-ons an
tight enough; the mosh pit waits
it’s always fun to just stand there
pounding music alone isn’t enoug
the delicious drummer taking off
If your musical addiction
There’s typically one Battle of the
out on this one (or just want to co
chance to catch up on all the fine
areas have to offer.
Suga
By Trevor Pool
In present day America,
the Day of the Dead, which is tra
Mexico.
This year, as a little cele
Bressler’s Spanish I classes had
assignment, to create a symbol o
Sugar skulls are what they are ca
skull made of sugar, to which the
special ingredients in order to ma
of a skull.
“The ingredients used to
sugar, water, and we also use m
Bressler.
After the students added
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Battle Of The Bands 2007
Jersey Shore rocks as competition delivers again
By Shana Rhine
Tight pants, guyliner, and music so loud it could cause an avalanche; Battle of the Bands delivers once again. The town of Jersey
Shore rocked out to the sounds of talented bands that graced the stage
of the YMCA. Hot guys, hot girls, and hot music—how can you go
wrong?
The October 20th Battle of the Bands featured a horde of talented bands such as Tearbook, The Damage, Anonymous, Hoobler,
Clyde Frog, Bury Lexington, and an acoustic performance by Josh
Hines. The bands came from Lock Haven, Williamsport, and even from
our own school.
Battle of the Bands isn’t really a competition; it’s more like an
excuse to listen to awesome music and dance like you’re on drugs. So
put on your skull-print slip-ons and make sure your skinny jeans are
tight enough; the mosh pit waits for no one. If skanking isn’t your thing,
it’s always fun to just stand there nodding your head to the beat. If the
pounding music alone isn’t enough to get your juices flowing, perhaps
the delicious drummer taking off his shirt will.
If your musical addiction still hasn’t been fulfilled, don’t fret.
There’s typically one Battle of the Bands per season, so if you missed
out on this one (or just want to come back for more), you’ll have your
chance to catch up on all the fine music that our local and surrounding Chad Gibson, the lead singer and guitarist of The Damage,
performed at the battle of the bands.
areas have to offer.
Sugar Skulls: A Spanish tradition
By Trevor Pool
their tasty projects
sat to dry. As soon
In present day America, we don’t usually celebrate as the skulls were
the Day of the Dead, which is traditionally celebrated in
done drying, the
students decorated
Mexico.
them with toppings
This year, as a little celebration project, Mrs.
Bressler’s Spanish I classes had a fun and somewhat tasty such as hard candy,
assignment, to create a symbol of the Day of the Dead.
sprinkles, and glitSugar skulls are what they are called. It is a molding of a
ter.
skull made of sugar, to which the students added certain
“I wouldn’t
special ingredients in order to make a perfect toy-like outline recommend eating them after the glue and glitter was
of a skull.
added,” said Mrs. Bressler.
“Sure, this tradition is unusual and different to most
“The ingredients used to make sugar skulls are
Americans, but to Mexicans, it’s just as normal as Christsugar, water, and we also use meringue,” said Mrs.
mas”, she explained.
Bressler.
After the students added water to the ingredients
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Internet Celebrities
By Chelsea Moore
on “current events,” one of those events being Britney
Spears’ VMA flop. The video, titled “Leave Britney Alone,”
In this era of internet-obsessive teens and adults
hit YouTube and became legendary. Soon enough, TV
alike, the only easy way to get publicity is to post a video, talk show hosts were featuring his video on their shows,
insane picture, or deadly quote on the web. Whether it’s a
thus thrusting Crocker into stardom.
video crying about a favorite celebrity’s downfall to the
bottom of the social pit, or a satirical fact about a former
Tila Tequila
martial arts master, as long as it’s hilarious, scary, shocking, or just downright abnormal, it’s bound to be an inter- As of April 2006, she is the most
net phenomenon. Here are just a few familiar internet
popular person on MySpace,
icons:
with more friends than Tom himself. ‘Nuff said.
Peanut Butter Jelly Time
This popular flash animation has
taken the internet by storm. Created
in the early 2000’s, the “dancing banana” was first an emoticon in forums. It eventually evolved into the
singing banana that it is today. With
contagious lyrics and undeniably hot
dance moves, this banana became one of the most wellknown icons of the web.
Here’s a list of the most
popular YouTube videos:
There is no chin under Chuck
•
Evolution
of
Norris' beard. There is only
Dance- #1 Most
another fist.
Viewed
on YouAnother source of chit-chat
Tube. Judson
through teens is, of course,
Laipply
dances
Chuck Norris. The hilarious and
to
a
mix
of foruntrue, (well, questionably unmer popular
true), “facts” about Chuck Norsongs.
ris have been seen all over the
• Numa Numanet in forums and comments,
Gary Brolsma is another popular dancer on
and sometimes even seen
Youtube, though his interpretations are…
scrawled in the stalls of public bathrooms.
erm…quite different than those of Judson
Laipply.
• Chocolate Rain- Tay Zonday possesses the
deepest voice in the world. Seriously. See it
to believe it.
• Here It Goes Again- The band, Ok Go, performs this hit on eight adjacent treadmills.
Chris Crocker.
•
ThrillerPerformed by inmates at a prison in
Starting as a familiar
the Philippines, reaching over 300,000 views
MySpace personality, his
a day when it first came out.
videos involved his views
YouTube’s most
popular videos
Ev
By Kaylyn Yost
“Students we will all be f
gym, this is an EVACUATION.” T
students at our high school dread
agree, this bomb threat thing is g
to admit, last year’s first incident
like that just don’t happen at Jers
this is becoming a habit and stud
anymore.
A few teachers at the hig
ions on how this should be hand
and Mrs. Pond all agree that the
well as they could be under the c
They also all said that students s
should stay in school to cause le
“I think one of the high s
come to the middle school with u
Mrs. Livziey ( the middle school v
they didn’t take direction from he
Teachers weren’t the on
say, students spoke there mind a
evacuations.
“They are ridiculous and
is doing this is very immature and
Sakiadis (11).
Keri Kryder, Natalie Free
Raelee Taylor had their own opin
agreed, “the first time was funny,
out of school, but now the threats
“Whoever is doing this n
pens again I’m definitely going to
Chad Starr and Jake He
think it’s really stupid.
“CUT THE MILARCHY”
Big Brothers, B
By: Kirsten Morse
Want to dedicate some
get their homework done? The
more applications. The meetin
from 3:15-4:15. To sign up or
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Evacuations: They’re not exciting
By Kaylyn Yost
“Students we will all be filing to the middle school
gym, this is an EVACUATION.” This is something that the
students at our high school dread hearing. Most students
agree, this bomb threat thing is getting pretty old. You have
to admit, last year’s first incident was kind of exciting. Things
like that just don’t happen at Jersey Shore, but it looks like
this is becoming a habit and students and staff aren’t excited
anymore.
A few teachers at the high school gave their opinions on how this should be handled. Mrs. Yaudes, Mr. Vairo
and Mrs. Pond all agree that the evacuations are handled as
well as they could be under the circumstances we’re put in.
They also all said that students shouldn’t call parents and
should stay in school to cause less confusion.
“I think one of the high school principals should
come to the middle school with us, our students don’t know
Mrs. Livziey ( the middle school vice principal) therefore
they didn’t take direction from her well” Yaudes added.
Teachers weren’t the only ones with something to
say, students spoke there mind about the threats and
evacuations.
“They are ridiculous and its waste of time, whoever
is doing this is very immature and needs to stop”, said Alicia
Sakiadis (11).
Keri Kryder, Natalie Freed, Natasha Stephens and
Raelee Taylor had their own opinions on the matter. They all
agreed, “the first time was funny, you know nice way to get
out of school, but now the threats are just annoying.”
“Whoever is doing this needs to grow up. If it happens again I’m definitely going to ‘tweek’ out,” Kryder added.
Chad Starr and Jake Heck agree with the girls, both
think it’s really stupid.
“CUT THE MILARCHY” says Heck.
One of the many evacuations. Thankfully, no lives were
lost and nobody was injured.
Starr also said “if you’re going to say that you’re
going to do it, then do it!”
Some of the teachers have started an evacuation
committee, to help organize things a bit better. Mr. Dauberman is the chairman of the committee, and the Paw Print
recently got the inside scoop on what’s going down if there
is another threat.
Mr. Dauberman wanted to start this committee because he felt the need to have a specific evacuation plan, so
that everyone, students, staff and faculty can be safe. He
too believes the threats are a nuisance to all of us, but he
also believes we all need to take them seriously. The committee has come up with a plan, and four goals to help us
get more organized. When asked if he knew anything about
the rumors that students are going to have to stay until 4:15
to make up for lost time Mr. Dauberman replied, “I don’t
know anything about staying, as far as I know the rumors
are not valid.”
If you have any comments or suggestions for the
committee contact Mr. Dauberman in room B205.
Big Brothers, Big Sisters needs volunteers; can you help?
By: Kirsten Morse
Want to dedicate some of your free time to helping elementary school children become more social and
get their homework done? Then join Big Brother Big Sister. The program will start as soon as Mrs. Laird is given
more applications. The meetings will take place on Wednesdays down at the Jersey Shore Elementary School
from 3:15-4:15. To sign up or to get more information see Mrs. Laird in the guidance office.
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So TH
How’s it smell? Students gave the perfume creations a “sniff test” to determine which smelled the best. Here,
Heather Cohick samples several scents.
Ode de Botany Class
By Shana Rhine
ing the mixture in a bowl. The mixture
is poured into a funnel and drips into
If something smells good
a test tube, and the scent left over is
down in the lower E-wing, it might not combined with the other scents and
be the cooking class’s latest culinary used for the perfume.
The students were split into
creation; it might be the scent of a job
well done. Mrs. Bierly’s Botany
teams to make their perfume, and the
classes are studying something very final products will be judged against
delicious indeed—how to make per- the other teams’ scents. The winners
fume!
are the proud owner of the coveted
The students decided on
“Golden Schnoze Award”, and most
what ingredients to put into their per- likely a very good grade!
“It’s fun, people work together
fume; everything from lemon, plum,
pomegranate, and pumpkin, to choco- without hurting each other, and they
late and rose. The students then ex- don’t cheat. Amidst all the hilarity and
competition there is some science.”
tracted oils from the ingredients by
mixing alcohol with them and crush- said Mrs. Bierly.
The final products ranged
from titles such as “Plum Diddlyocious” and “God’s Nectar” to
“Skunk”, and smelled of things like
fresh cut flowers, pumpkin pie, and
well, skunk.
The winning scent from Period 5 was “Valentine’s Day Cliché”
created by Shana Rhine and Heather
Cohick, which was made of chocolate, rose, and mixed berries. The 8th
Period classes’ winning scent was
“Chinese Saffron” created by Evan
Bletz, Brad Ungard, TJ Allen, and
Justin Ulmer.
that one of her most beloved ch
is actually gay. Yes, you heard
ual, of different sexual orientatio
call it. Who, you might ask? Her
dirt, loves wooly socks, and is p
beloved fictional characters of c
don’t know?
The answer is…*drum
Yep, the old wizard with the whi
whenever Harry Potter is in hug
tour on October 19, J.K Rowling
dore had ever been in love, resp
Patience is a
By
the
the
can
yea
this
nately final, year of Yearbook.
So, all this also means
talking, and all the stupid questi
ple; they’re getting annoying. Si
it’s even worse. I can’t stand wh
even know walks up to me and
the yearbook takes too long to g
and that it should be finished by
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So THAT’S what she meant by happy
By Shana Rhine
ways seen him as being gay, and had once been in love
with his enemy Grindewald. (A bad guy, in case you
have no idea who Grindewald is.)
This revelation may not seem astoundingly significant, especially since Dumbledore is a.) fictional, and
b.) fictionally dead; but it’s actually a bigger deal than
most people realize. Think about it; this is children’s literature we’re talking about. This isn’t just tolerance—this
is the real deal; this is acceptance. Sure, homosexuality
has been a part of the media ever since people realized
that it wasn’t the 1950s anymore, but it has never really
been to this level. We’ve had Will and Grace, and we’ve
had gay penguins on the news, but we’ve never really
had a character in children’s stories come out of the proverbial closet. (No, Steve from Blue’s Clues does not
count).
I like J.K Rowling a little bit more now (although I’ll never
forgive her for the 7th Harry Potter book), because it took
a lot of guts to come out and admit that she
Hear ye,
hear ye. In case you
didn’t already know,
renowned Harry
Potter author J.K
Rowling has just
recently announced
that one of her most beloved characters from the series
is actually gay. Yes, you heard me right. Gay, homosexual, of different sexual orientation; whatever you want to
call it. Who, you might ask? Here’s a hint: he’s older than
dirt, loves wooly socks, and is possibly one of the most
beloved fictional characters of children’s literature. Still
don’t know?
The answer is…*drum roll*…Albus Dumbledore.
Yep, the old wizard with the white beard that shows up
whenever Harry Potter is in huge trouble. At a US book
tour on October 19, J.K Rowling, when asked if Dumbledore had ever been in love, responded that she had al- Continued on page 20
Patience is a Virtue; the yearbook is just annoying
By Lily O’Shaughnessy
Every year, I get
the opportunity to create
the coolest thing a student
can get their hands on—the
yearbook. This means that
this is my third, and unfortunately final, year of Yearbook.
So, all this also means I’ve heard all the crap
talking, and all the stupid questions. Let me tell you people; they’re getting annoying. Since I’m editor this year,
it’s even worse. I can’t stand when someone who I don’t
even know walks up to me and starts complaining that
the yearbook takes too long to get out to the students,
and that it should be finished by the end of the year.
Do any of you, other than the kids who are already in Yearbook, actually know what it takes to create
a 257-page book? I didn’t think so. So let me tell you
what actually goes into creating this amazing thing…
Quotes- You may have been asked to give a
quote and a follow up picture. That photo
gets placed onto a spread, which are two
separate pages.
Spreads- A spread can take up to a month to
finish, due to all the quotes and photos
placed onto the pages.
Cooperation- Most of the people we get quotes
from, or Clubs, don’t particularly want to
participate with Yearbook staffers. This can
delay the completion dates for quite a long
time. Continued on page 20
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So THAT’S what she meant
Continued from page 19
had made one of her characters gay. Maybe she
was just trying to stir up some controversy now that the
HP series is over, or maybe she just wanted people to
think she was a heroine for being so brave. Whatever, it
doesn’t really matter why she did it; what matters is that
she did. She actually took action to make sure people
knew that she accepts homosexuality, which is a lot more
action than most people will ever take. She already gets
death threats from hardcore Christian mothers who think
the Harry Potter series is the spawn of hell, imagine how
many she’ll get now that she’s preaching acceptance.
Why did she wait until now to inform everyone of
Dumbledore’s sexual orientation? I have no idea, but still;
it doesn’t matter. Maybe she was a little tired of people
threatening to burn her at the stake for being an open-
minded person.
Maybe she thought
less people would
buy the book if they
knew one of the characters was gay.
Maybe she just never
told anyone because
the question never
arose, and she didn’t think it was vital. She’s probably not
going to tell us why she waited, so speculate away. Just
don’t let wondering why take away from the actual significance of her announcement.
So for all of you who refused to think that Dumbledore was cooler than Gandalf from Lord of the Rings;
you just got served.
Patience is a virtue
Continued from page 19
Cooperation- Most of the people we get quotes
from, or Clubs, don’t particularly want to participate with Yearbook staffers. This can
delay the completion dates for quite a long time.
Graduation- Graduation is the hardest spread to
complete, considering there is no school after graduation, so most staffers have to
come in over the summer to complete it.
That’s most of why it’s never finished on time.
We just finished completing the one that’s coming out
soon. During the year we send proofs, which are a whole
bunch of spreads, to the State College plant to be revised and to begin processing. After the plant receives all
these bundles, it can take them up to 2 months to put it
all together.
Alright, so that’s pretty much what goes into
making a yearbook. Personally, I don’t see why you feel
the need to complain. You’re still going to be getting a
book. So if you’ve waited this long, I’m pretty sure you
can still continue to wait. It’s going to be the same way,
every year. Deal with it.
Meg’s Book Review: ‘Hairstyles of the Damned’
By Megan Frank
Gretchen and listening to the classic mix tapes that she
has created to compliment their lives.
Throughout the entire novel Brian is concentrated
The book Hairstyles of
the Damned is a coming of age on Gretchen, who is concentrated on Tony Degan. The
novel about a 17-year old
two of them, Brian and Gretchen, base their lives around
named Brian Oswald who is
music, with bands ranging from The Smiths to The Mistrying to manage high school
fits. I wouldn’t fully consider this a teenage love story, but
with his “overweight”, pink haired, best friend, Gretchen. it basically deals with the reality of high school, crushes,
This book deals with Brian fighting life with a “punk-rock” and best friends.
attitude, where he survives day to day driving around with Continued on page 22
Mov
place.
Dane Cook is a funn
funny in this film? Well, the n
gans that make him funny we
film. Instead of an energetic
ber melancholy Charlie Loga
member the time Dane Cook
the Kool-Aid Guy? Well ima
right after taking a heaping d
now is it?
Chuck’s life changed
playing a game of spin the b
bottle, he misses his chance
Heaven” with his elementary
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P AGE 21
Movie Review: ‘Good Luck Chuck’
By Jimmy Smith and
Lily O’Shaughnessy
Have you ever
wanted to see this “great”
movie where your favorite
comedian is the main character? Of course you have.
Now imagine finding that the
comedian you love not using
any of the material that
made him funny in the first
place.
the obsessive gothic girl. While in the closet he protests
against her advances, she angrily cast a “no-love” spell.
From there on, every girl that Chuck dates, finds
her true love with the next guy. He learns at a wedding
that the bride (one of his many ex’s) has told all the female guests that he is a good luck charm. Women start to
flock his dentist office, and he thinks to “help” these
women by “dating” them. All went well until he fell for the
accident-prone, penguin loving trainer, Cam Wexler
(Jessica Alba).
Throughout the rest of the movie Chuck tries to
court Cam, but when they decide to advance their relationship, he is afraid the curse is still intact.
This movie had potential to be a good, but whoever assigned Dane Cook into the script, must have
never seen any of his other work. Like we said before,
Dane is prone to erratic movements and spontaneous
outbursts. Unfortunately, none of Dane’s “charm” makes it
into the film. “Good Luck Chuck” suffers from a poor
script and a sufferable plot.
Jimmy’s Score- 2/5: Do you want to know what it feels
like to sit in a dark room for two hours with a debilitating
headache? If so, “Good Luck Chuck” is still in theaters.
Dane Cook is a funny man, but why wasn’t he
funny in this film? Well, the normal antics and shenanigans that make him funny were never incorporated in the
film. Instead of an energetic Dane Cook, you get a somber melancholy Charlie Logan (Dane Cook). Do you remember the time Dane Cook was on stage talking about
the Kool-Aid Guy? Well imagine him doing that same skit
right after taking a heaping dose of Ritalin. Not so funny
now is it?
Chuck’s life changed when he was ten, while
playing a game of spin the bottle. While playing spin the
Lily’s Score- 3/5: Even though the movie had its good
bottle, he misses his chance to have “Seven Minutes in
parts, this is mediocrity at its best.
Heaven” with his elementary crush. Instead, it lands on
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Shana’s Playlist
If you like: •
Techno •
Power pop •
Classic rock •
Indie •
B
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You might like:
Kanye W
Alternative Punk Rock What Are You Thankful For?
“I’m thankful for two things:
friends that’ll take me shopping
(like Dylan Arblaster), and this
friggin’ sweet Ike Taylor jersey
my boyfriend got me.”
- Alexa Moore (11)
“I’m thankful for having enough
money to afford food…I just
appreciate the common things
in life.”
-Chad Gibson (10)
“I am thankful for the great
family and friends that I have.
I’m thankful for a lot of
things…my health…
everything.”
- Mr. Willits, Counselor
“I don’t’ have anything I’m not
thankful for. The opportunity to
enjoy life, I’m healthy, I have a
good job, a nice family, and I
have the freedom to enjoy it all.”
- Mrs. Dwyer, Teacher
Mr. West is now a “bi
music industry. Although a po
great musician, Mr. West
has given the public a
few good songs. Not
only is he lyrically talented, he can create a
great beat that’s dancetastic*, too.
From his debut
album, The College
Dropout to his new album Graduation, Mr.
West has produced a
number of chart topping
hits. Among great songs, like
Down”, “Jesus Walks”, “Touch
he never fails to hog the limel
If he’s not too egotistical for y
one of the best rappers to get
*Dance-tastic : (adj.):: The op
hot”
Book review: ‘Hairstyles’
Continued from page 20
If you’re into so-called
metal music and you’ve read
story, but it basically deals with the reality of high
and enjoyed The Perks of
school, crushes, and best friends.
Being a Wallflower, I would
Joe Meno writes in a form quite similar to
definitely recommend that you
Stephen Chbosky in The Perks of Being a Wallflower. If read Hairstyles of the
you don’t want to take the time to sit down and read a
Damned, written by Joe
book that in a way “drags” on, then do not read this. If
Meno.
you plan to sit down, read, and really take the time to
engulf in the characters, go for it.
In regards to “Teache
ping us from talking to our tea
looking for a deeper connectio
P AGE 23
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Music Review Times Two
By Steph Fleming and
Lily O’Shaughnessy
Kanye West
Mr. West is now a “big” deal in the ever changing
music industry. Although a poor attitude does not make a
great musician, Mr. West
has given the public a
few good songs. Not
only is he lyrically talented, he can create a
great beat that’s dancetastic*, too.
From his debut
album, The College
Dropout to his new album Graduation, Mr.
West has produced a
number of chart topping
hits. Among great songs, like “Gold-digger”, “All Falls
Down”, “Jesus Walks”, “Touch The Sky”, and “Stronger”,
he never fails to hog the limelight.
If he’s not too egotistical for you, we suggest this may be
one of the best rappers to get yourself into.
Paramore
Ever think that a girl can’t hold her own in a
mainstream band? Well Hayley Williams of Paramore
proves everybody wrong. Vocally talented, Williams
stands out as one of the leading female front-men in the
rock genre. They went on Warped Tour this year to promote the release of their newest CD, “RIOT!” which features the hits “Misery Business” and “Hallelujah”.
Although Paramore has been around for a while,
the new album caught the attention of the public and
made the band a chart topper.
Their first album “All We Know is Falling” came
out in 2005 and got #30 on Billboard’s Heatseekers
Chart, however, the three singles from the album,
“Pressure”, “Emergency” and “All We Know”, did not get
the public success “RIOT!” would receive.
By now you probably have heard of Paramore if
you’re into the new age rock scene. If you haven’t, pick
up the new CD and enjoy.
*Dance-tastic : (adj.):: The opportunity to “Drop it like it’s
hot”
Letter to the editor:
In regards to “Teachers and Students; a Fading Connection” by Mariah Sortman, I beg to differ. Who is stopping us from talking to our teachers? I believe no one. We’re free to talk to them as we please. Perhaps if you are
looking for a deeper connection than pleasant and light conversation, you’re looking in the wrong place.
Sincerely, Sarah Saboski
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The Paw Print
Editors in Chief: Steph Fleming & Steph Smith
News Editor: Megan Frank
Features Editor: Candi Chopick & Marlena
Schuster
Sports Editor: Evan Bletz
Opinion Editor: Shana Rhine
Random Question
of the Month:
What’s Your Favorite Pie?
Advanced Staff Reporters: Dylan Arblaster, Lesli
Cuebas, Sveta Hinaman, Macey McBryan, Chelsea
Moore, Kirsten Morse, Lily O’Shaughnessy, Trevor
Pool, Rachel Rippey, Trevor Rosato, Marlena
Schuster, Morgan Sheddy, James Smith, Mariah
Sortman, Kylie Starr, Skyler Wool, Kaylyn Yost
Introduction Staff: Eric Budd, Emily Cook, Samantha
Englert, Taryn Fioretti, Courtney Kaelin, William
Miller, Ashley Perchinski, Jack Stewart, Ashley
Weaver, Cassandra Weymouth, Alexander Hines.
Production Staff: Nathan Baer, Jessica Burkhart,
Clarence Dishong, Kayla Enders, Jordan Fischer,
Anna Jodon, Nathan Koon, Ronald Marshall, Patrick
McRoberts, Mason Nichols, Anna Rogers, James
Shoemaker, Nicholas Stabley, Larry Tompkins,
Robert Weaver, Kelli Ochoa
“It depends on what
mood I’m in.”
- Kirstin Russell (12)
“Apple pie with ice
cream.”
- Corey Myers (11)
“Strawberry pie with
crushed pretzel on top.”
- Alison Henry (12)
“Pizza.”
- Kyle Ulsamer (10)
By: Shana Rhine