November 2010

Lakeview High SchoolNovember 2010

Volume 73, Issue 2

22 | FEATURE Hitting the big screenThe Crystal compares LHS students to characters of the hit show Glee.

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CONTENTS

STAFF

The Crystal is a student publication distributed free of charge to all Lakeview High School students and staff with a total press run of 1300. The publication serves as a limited open forum for expression and a two way communication for both the school and community. The editor-in-chief with adviser input is responsible for the con-tent. Opinions expressed in the magazine are not necessarily those of the staff or the administration of Lakeview High School. Editors and reporters will make every effort to provide balanced and fair coverage of the news and its signifi cance. Businesses are encouraged to advertise in the Crystal when their ads adhere to the specifi ed guide-lines available in the publications room. Members of the Crystal staff can be contacted by calling the publications room phone at 269-565-3731 or e-mailing at [email protected]. The Crystal is printed by Gage Company, 220 Buckner Road, Battle Creek, Michigan 49015. The Crystal is a member of the Michigan Interscho-lastic Press Association, Journalism Education Association and Quill and Scroll. The 2004–2005 and 2005-2006 Crystal received a MIPA Spartan award.

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EDITORIAL POLICY

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Editorial StaffAdviser

Jodi DarlandEditor-in-Chief

Loren WrightAssistant Editor

Haley BurrillDesign Editor

Morgan WorthingtonNews Editor

Kellie RiterSports

Emilie Lussier

A&E EditorHaley Burrill

Feature EditorBailey Broderick

Reporting StaffPatrick GalizioJoe JuddPayton Moore

Mike Pickowitz

Will PickowitzAshley Stanley

Photography StaffBrittany HayesKaleigh Walters

4 | NEWSCyber-bullyingThe Crystal takes a stand against common forms of bullying, including Internet bullying.

8 | SPORTSA blast from the pastTeachers who were student athletes comprise this “starting line-up.”

20 | A&EFor the love of writingEmma Kukuk goes into detail about one of her favorite pastimes.

26 | FEATUREFavorite fashionsStudents tell The Crystal about what they would like to see the opposite sex wear.

Administration

12 | OPINIONCrystal pointThe Crystal staff shows how happiness is a quality that can only be controlled by the beholder.

SuperintendentKaren Hart

PrincipalChris Doyle

Assistant PrincipalMike Norstrom

Assistant PrincipalMarty Pessetti

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DEAR READERS,As cliché as it might be,

fall is the season of change. The leaves change to many shades of red and orange; the cool night air becomes a little cooler.

This phenomenon hap-pens every fall. Year after year, the season of change comes around to share what is possible, but before we know it, the bitter win-

ter is here. The season of change is no more.

This is the same event that happens in most of our lives. For a short second we are ready to change, we are ready to be different. And before we know it, autumn is over and we go back to the way things were.

My challenge to all read-ers is one of lasting change.

Not just the change prom-ised by presidents and politicians, but one that is personal in our own lives.

Change that will cause us to be different; one that takes risks; makes mis-takes. I dare you to fall.

Editor-in-chief, Loren Wright

16 | DARE TO FALLRules are meant to be broken just as much as comfort zones are meant to be forgotten.

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NEWSCYBERBULLYING | STUDENT GOVERNMENT | AROUND THE GLOBE | YEARBOOK PAGES

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Backyard bullyingOver the past years, bullying has taken another approach. Anybody can now get on a computer and harass another person using the Internet.

“I’ve noticed a lot more bullying this year than last year,” Roy said.

Crape openly says that he has been bullied in the past and does not see it stopping any time soon.

“After coming out, it has become a struggle,” Crape said. “But I’ve learned to deal with it. You can’t stop them from tormenting you.”

Cyberbullying can even scare some individuals away from coming out of the closet. Crape believes that people who are lesbian, gay, bi-sexual or transgendered are becoming more afraid, due to not being comfortable with themselves yet.

“These people don’t really know how to react to the bullying, ultimately making some answer with violent acts,” Crape said.

There are many things the school can do to help to provide a secure

environment for students.“We use the policy in the

middle of the handbook on pages 38-42,” Principal Chris Doyle said. “Then we go about disciplinary actions.”

By having a policy to refer to, it helps keep the school run in a safer way. It protects students by helping prevent the offenses against them.

“It’s more that my heart goes out to any victim’s family,” Crape said.

Getting students involved is important to help stopping such bullying from continuing in LHS.

“Listen. That is the fi rst thing everybody needs to do,” Roy said. “Listen to their story and be there for them. That’s what they really need.”

If someone around Lakeview High School has been affected and one knows about the situation, talking to an administrator is highly suggested. From there, the problem can be handled right away, without any hassle. Administrators to see: Christopher Doyle, Martin Pessetti and Michael Norstrom.

If one is at home, a friends, at work or some other place, fi nding an adult immediately is stressed to young teens. Cyberbullying is a serious situation that needs to be taken care of as soon as the event occurs. If no adult is around, closing the Internet and waiting until you can talk to someone is your best option.

Technology has taken a turn for the worse by being a large source for harassing, intimidating and threatening many people these days.

Stories in the news have triggered negative feelings in many young individuals all around.

“After hearing the stories, it makes me want to go out and advocate more over situations like those,” junior Jason Crape said.

Lakeview High School’s very own Gay-Straight Alliance Club puts such happenings into one person’s perspective.

“It brings it into the light and shows that it’s still an on-going issue,” President of GSA, junior Jessica Roy said. “And I’m noticing it happening more and more.”

In LHS, cyberbullying is becoming a bigger issue within the student body.

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NEWS FLASH

18-year-old Tyler Clementi has been in recent news for committing suicide after fi nding out people saw him during an intimate time. His roommate shot a live video off his webcam of both Clementi and his partner, while sexual activity was taking place in the room.

At the University of Michigan, an openly gay student, Chris Armstrong, was bashed and bullied by the Assistant to the Attorney General, Andrew Shirvell, over the computer. Shirvell created a blog that degrades Armstrong.

National Coming

Out Day

Every year on Oct. 11 in the US, this event is

honored. It signifi es the march when lesbians, gays, bi-sexuals and

transgenders walked into Washington for equal

rights.

- BY ASHLEY STANLEY

If You Have Been a

Victim of Bullying

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Submit ideas to:

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Juniors

Sophomores

Freshmen

One voice, 1300 ideasUnderstanding Lakeview High School’s student government

With over 1300 students attending Lakeview High School, the student body could be considered a melting pot of different ideas and opinions. With so many thoughts and outlooks on the school, one voice may struggle to be heard.

“This is where student

- BY HALEY BURRILL President: Spencer ShirreffsVP: Marie RoseSenate: Liz DeuelHouse Rep: Allie Gibbs

President: Tosca LeVP: Lydia DrikakisSenate: Ellen VannHouse Rep: Becca Mann

President: Stan LassenVP: Savannah JensenSenate: Jake PerryHouse Rep: Matt Krawczyk

President: Maddie DrikakisVP: Kelsee PalmerSenate: Jazmine AungHouse Rep: Kelly Peng

government steps in,” Assistant Principal Mike Norstrom said.

“It is frustrating when people cannot bring their concerns forward. Going through student government is the most effective way for them to be brought to attention,” Norstrom said.

Although the administration’s

involvement with

the students’ ideas may not always be apparent, the student government makes sure the youth of the school is accounted for.

“Mr. Doyle used to be the advisor of student government, so he really values what student government has to say,” Norstrom said.

As far as student government representing the students, they are open to hear any problems the students have noticed.

“The student government handles things like policies, big student movements and activities like SPUW in summer and Lakeview’s spirit weeks.”

EARLY COMMITMENT Student govern-ment discusses their next moves every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m.

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In October, miners trapped underground in the August 5 San Jose Mine collapse were brought to the surface. All 33 miners were rescued safely and president Sebastian Pinera says that the mine is now closed.

Currently serving an 11-year sentence in China for protesting opression, Norway awarded prisoner Liu Xiaobo the Nobel Peace Prize of 2010. Chinese government offi cials continue to protest Norway’s decision.

In recent legislation elections, the United Russian Party won with 60 percent of the vote. Ex-president Vladimir Putin will likely run for re-election when current president Dmitry Medvedev’s term ends.

CANADAThe United States economy is not the only one suffering the after-effects of a recession. Canadian stocks have been on the decline and continue to fall as jobless claims rise in the United States.

RUSSIA

CHILE CHINA

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One voice, 1300 ideasThanks for the memories

- BY LOREN WRIGHT

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For the fi rst time ever, Lakeview High School students are given the opportunity to design their own pages in the upcoming LOG. After paying a fee of $15, students are allowed to create four full-color pages complete with student-submitted pictures and quotes.

The design process itself is pretty simple. After logging on to yearbookyourself.com, the designer is then given a list of layouts to choose from and can begin to add pictures instantly.

With the ability to add pictures straight from Facebook, Flickr or from one’s personal computer, customizing is a snap.

For more information about custom yearbook pages, students can contact LOG adviser Jodi Darland.

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SportsTEACHERS IN HIGH SCHOOL | COACHES SWITCH IT UP | CONDITIONING: DO IT YOURSELF| PHYSICAL CHALLENGE

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Teachers: a blast from the pastThe Crystal puts together a starting line-up consisting of teacher athletes - BY LOREN WRIGHT

While in high school, students acquire many interests. Some of these hobbies may include theater or writing, while still others fall into the path of sports.

“There is nothing quite like high school sports,” social studies teacher Cody Japinga said.

Japinga played football all throughout high school, playing wide receiver and strong safety for his team.

“[My greatest memory of high school sports was] playing on a team with the same group of guys for

four years,” Japinga said. “You develop bonds with teammates. It just isn’t the same as the relationships with classmates.”

Unlike a lot of sports, in football one can never play the game again with the same intensity. Even if one wanted to pick up a ball, having the chance to play a full game is tough.

“After watching football on Saturdays and Sundays, you get the urge to put some pads on,” Japinga said. “It’s disappointing because I can never play the same way again.”

CODY JAPINGA

Teaches: Social studies

Sport: Football

Position: Wide Receiver

LINDSEY KELLER

Teaches: Science

Sport: Soccer

Position: All positions

JEREMY SCHUITMAN

Teaches: Math and science

Sport: Basketball

Position: Point Guard

DANIELLE FULAYTER

Teaches: Special Education

Sport: Swimming

Position: Breaststroke

of teachers* played four school sports39%of teachers* have coached at LHS54%of teachers* ran track in high school56%of teachers* played sports all four years74%

*Percentages are figured from teachers who completed a Crystal survey

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Playing by the bookCoaches share what they would do with the sports they coach if they could change

the rules and make the sport their own.

“I would get rid of the designated hitter. It would call for more strategy and the use of the full roster. I would also have them use wooden bats at high school level. It evens the playing fi eld. Aluminum bats make it harder for the pitcher,” varsity baseball coach Jeff Sovern said.

“I think that there should be a more severe punishment for professionals who fake injuries. It is a bad example for [high school] players. Also, at [a high school] level, we can sub freely, but I would have a limited number of subs for each half of the game,” boys junior varsity soccer coach Jeff Vogt said.

- BY EMILIE LUSSIER

“I’d like to see the shot clock at the high school level. [I’d like to] force the offense to put up a shot. I’d also eliminate zone defense and make them person up. I’d like to see the rims lower than ten feet [for the girls]. Lastly, I would take one person off the fl oor and make it a four on four game. It would allow for more playing space,” girls varsity basketball coach Don Bussler said.

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Coaching without a coach

DO WORK Laura Keller and Courtney Reed get the job done in the off season.

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- BY PAYTON MOORELakeview athletes share how they get in shape in the off-season

“I run indoor track

because I still want to run

even in the off-season. I’ll

do P90X, or I’ll go in the

weight room to keep my

upper body strong.”

“I’m a health freak. It’s ridiculous. Before a race I try to eat light, like an apple or something. I pack my own lunch, and drink a lot of water.”

“People don’t think

about having both the

upper body and lower

body healthy, but you

should be healthy through

your whole body.”

Courtney Reed

“We do a fi ve-lap warm-up and then usually work on sprints. We also do relays and stuff sometimes if we can get enough people to go.”

“Well, I eat right. I

usually feel like crap when

I don’t. I eat a lot of fruits

and veggies. Nothing

greasy, no McDonald’s.”

“It’s easier when Courtney is there. It’s easier to have a friend coach me because with a friend you’re more apt to do your best for them.”

Laura Keller

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Experience taco soup; the elements of a taco mixed into to-mato soup, while learning the fundamentals of dance.

Prep Time:5 Min

Ready In:25 Min

Cook Time:20 Min

1. HEAT on a stove 2 Cans

of Progresso Hearty Tomato Soup.

2. BROWN 1-2 lb. of extra

lean ground beef in a large

sauce pan; drain and mix in

taco seasoning.

3. ADD 1 lb. of seasoned

beef and 2 cans of chopped

green chilies to soup.

4. SERVE and enjoy.

5.OPTIONAL sprikle

cheese on the top and scoop

the soup out with Frito-Lay

scooped Fritos.

Ingredients Directions•1 large cooking pot

•1 large skillet

•1-2 lb. of extra lean ground

beef

•1 package of taco

seasoning

•1 can of Progresso Hearty

Tomato Soup

•2 cans of chopped green

chilies

•1-1/2 cups of shredded

cheddar cheese (optional)

•1 bag of Frito-Lay scooped

Fritos (optional)

The challenge...The Crystal staff challenges you to learn the fundaments of dance through Dance Dance Revolution (DDR), a program designed for a person to move their feet according to the patterns of lights and arrows. DDR is a simple and fun way to burn off those unnecessary calories.

Dance Dance

Hints and Tips•For most effi cient game play, place left and right feet on the corresponding left and right arrows. Do not go back to the middle every stomp.• Try to stomp to the beat of the music for the best score.

- BY AMBER GLOMB

Physical challenge

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OpinionCRYSTAL POINT | BYLINE | PRO/CON | RITER REPORT

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onHappiness is a word some people claim is not in their vocabulary. The word happiness, in their eyes, is replaced with words like depression and bleakness. Without happiness, dark clouds hang over people’s heads as they walk around. This should not be the case. Happiness is a choice not a chore. Life is full

of undiscovered possibility waiting to be found. Depression can easily take possibility out of the picture before it is given the fair chance of discovery. Something positive can be found in everything if one would be willing to look for it, and yet people choose to live unhappily. This is a matter of mind rather than situation. It is true that situations can cause unhappiness. People get bad grades and people get hurt. Things happen that are beyond control and can become depressing. Situations like these are awful but the mind can convince itself of happiness. It just takes a little effort to look at the positive side rather than dwelling on the negative aspects. In life, depression should not be considered a possibility.

“Depression can easily take possibilty out of the pic-ture before it is given the fair chance of discovery,

”Depression can easily take possibilty out of the pic-

”Depression can easily take possibilty out of the pic-

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Comic by: Kellie Riter

Stereotypes. We all deal with them, we all have them and although it can be controlled, most of us use them to judge people. Question is, why? Why do we put other people into different classifi ed groups based on race, gender, looks, habits and hobbies? Why does it matter where one lives or how rich or poor that person is? Stereotypes are relied on heavily when judging a person, but before one gets to know that person, should one even be judging at all?

America has not always been as diverse and accepting as it is today, and we have made huge steps to try to focus on individuality and not race or sex.

However, the media continues to contribute to the promotion of stereotypes; it feeds the mind of America through a variety of ways including TV shows and movies that portray stereotypes. Black males getting arrested in crime shows and men raping women on our prime time TV stations give off many messages to Americans. To some, the message may be to stay away from those “types of people” because, from what they understand, they are bad or dangerous, when really that may not be the case.

Music in relation to the media also adds to the development of stereotypes. Every musical artist has a connection to their audience. Music is a refl ection of attitude in society, so

Eyes closed, minds open- BY WILL PICKOWITZ

“Humans fear what they do not understand... some people become so judgmental that even when one expresses them self to other people, those people still stick to their judgments.”

the kind of music one listens to may cause them to be stereotyped based on the music’s content. People who listen to rock music do not necessarily have tattoos and long hair, even if that is the image portrayed by the artist. Also, not every person who listens to rap music comes from the projects or lives a “thug life.”

Humans fear what they do not understand, but they do understand themselves and who they are. Some people become so judgmental that even when one expresses themself to other people, those people still stick to their judgments. Stereotypes, like those that are placed on gays, result in suicide here in America. Suicide. Is it worth it? Are judgements worth the time we put into them just to end up with disastrous effects? Enough is enough. The time is now for America to swallow its pride and look into each others’ hearts rather than at the colors of our skin or the clothes we wear.


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DIVERSEVIEWPOINTS

Has social networking gone too far?

Social networks cause passive communicaton.

When social networking first started, it used to be something you would do when you were bored. Now it is everywhere. In movies, in conversations between people and at places of work. It creates drama between friends and even causes some to take their own lives. Social networking has taken over our pop culture world, and it needs to stop.

In the last month alone, three teenagers have commited suicide from social network related bullying. If something, like social networking, completely takes over our world in a way that people feel threatened enough to take their own lives, there is definitely a problem.

Social networking has also brought upon the age of passive communication. Instead of talking face to face, kids now feel the need to Facebook or text. Social networking has created a world where you do not even need to talk in order to communicate. This makes us more distant and unrelated than ever before.

Social networking is everywhere and it needs to stop. It has altered our society and created more problems than it has solved.

YES

PATRICK GALIZIO

Social networking helps stay connected.

Social networking has opened a gate-way to endless opportunities. From business connections and independent promotion, to chatting with friends, social networks like Facebook and MySpace have become a great resource for all types of people.

With social networking sites, people can stay connected with each other like never before.

Social networking sites also can help a musical artist’s search in gaining and connecting with a fan base by using Music MySpace or My Band on Facebook. Also there are quite a few other windows of opportunity to open with Fan Clubs on Facebook. Social networking is a tool, not an addiction. Sites like these should be used in the right ways, not just for procrastination.

Social networking has become a hobby to many people. It is a way to unwind, like reading a book or watching TV. One can stay up Instant Messaging all night and still partake in face-to-face communications with ease. If anything, social networking opens up new relationships so one feels more comfortable around someone they may have only seen on Facebook.

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Your Turn“Yes. [Social networking] is just another way to hurt people. It’s gotten out of hand.”

YES42%NO58%- Senior Chloe

Sprague

“No. Social networking is a way to connect with people around the world. It brings us closer.”

- Junior Kaitlyn Beyer

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THE RITER REPORT

1,401,892 people Liked this article...and didn’t read it. I’m not going to lie. As I sit here, typing this article from

my comfy third-block spot, I have another tab open in the background, playing “Charlie The Unicorn III” courtesy of YouTube. (Yes, Papa Doyle, my other work is done, no need to worry. I am quite the responsible procrastinator.) That’s right: while other members of my fellow staff toil diligently on layout designs, some with background mu-sic of their own, I’m choosing instead to listen to the hyper dialogue of two pastel-colored unicorns, both trying to convince reluctant Charlie to travel to the future. What does that say about my sense of humor, I wonder? Prob-ably nothing good.

I know for a fact that there are probably more resource-ful things I could be doing with my spare five minutes here and there. But let’s face it: the unicorn calls. And while we are on the subject, let’s face another fact: the unicorn has probably called to every single one of us. Especially while we’re doing something else; usually something worth class credit.

We’ve all done it. Not into “Charlie The Unicorn?”

Doesn’t matter. It’s happened before, whether your poi-son is a FilmCow production or “Thriller” or that giant, sneezing panda. There’s just something inviting about viral video that begs us to procrastinate; to stop, sit back, relax, smell the roses and grab a Pop-Tart. Call it a pitfall of the internet, call it what you will: I’m just going to call it entertaining. Where else in life can something explode and still keep on singing?

Maybe that explains why we spend hours upon hours of our lives gluing our eyes to glowing screens, streaming and uploading from our phones and cameras, rating and favoriting and who knows what else. It might be why we regularly embarrass ourselves by posting clips up for all to see; clips that will one day humiliate our children and make them deny that they’re related to us. Because laugh-ing at bizarre animations and watching other people be-have stupidly lets us escape for a while from our own.

I, like Charlie, have decided to give in, go with the flow, and enter the future like everybody else. Unfortunately, the future includes work, so if you’ll excuse me: Charlie and company just discovered Atlantis.

- BY KELLIE RITER

Photo illustration by: Loren Wright

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Junior Natalie Cope, who in the past

year lost over 50 pounds, has had to learn

to cope with change in a positive way.

Although changing was not something that

came easily.“It was hard to stay on track at friends’

houses when all they have is junk food,”

Cope said. “[But] it felt good when you’d

step on a scale and see you lost one pound.”

Change was something that Cope

brought on herself, something that she

decided she was ready for.

“I wanted to change,” Cope said. “I

wanted to lose the weight now while it’s

easier. This way I can enjoy my adulthood.”

Without an easy button, patience was an

important quality that Cope had to learn

along the way.“At one point I just had to tell myself

that results wouldn’t be instantaneous, that

I had to keep working at it,” Cope said. “I

feel a lot healthier now. I’m less stressed

and I actually enjoy exercising.”

As for her sense of self worth, Cope has

never felt better.

“[Losing weight] has helped boost my

confi dence and led me to make healthier

and better choices in my life.” Cope said.

- BY PATRICK GALIZIO

‘Cope’ing with change

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“I would change

the way the teachers interact with the students [at LHS]. They should be more

available,” sophomore Nick Ayres said.

“I would change

world hunger. It’s sad seeing kids with no food when

we have plenty,” freshman Erika Einhardt said.

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If I could change one thing...

“I would change

texting and driving. I think it causes too much

distraction and too many people are being killed,” senior Nick Burrill said.

“I would change the

way people talk to each other. People in our school have little respect for people they

don’t know,” junior Abbey Labrecque said.

- BY EMILIE LUSSIER

Remembering the true meaning- BY BAILEY BRODERICK

Most remember that Thanksgiving is worth celebrating, but more often than not, it seems that the focal point of the holiday is the enormous amounts of food.

“I love the food! I dream about Thanksgiving food pretty much all year around,” senior Island Ellerby said.

It seems that lately the true meaning behind holidays has been compromised to satisfy the daily lifestyle. Thanksgiving is one of those mistaken holidays.

The last Thursday of November is supposed to commemorate the Pilgrims coming to America, joining hand-in-hand to celebrate their new home and native friends whom helped them on their feet. There was a grand feast, an abundance of prayer, and everyone was grateful for what they had.

Festive feast

With the distraction of food in the way, does society actually know what they are truly thankful for?

“[I am grateful for] my two little sisters...they make me think before I do things, so I can ultimately be a good role model for them,” Ellerby said.

One might take for granted what they have, like food, water, shelter or family. One cannot really grasp the concept of how precious these things are until they are gone.

“[If everything I had was gone] I wouldn’t have taken what I had for granted. You never know what you have until it’s gone,” junior Miranda Frost said.

Giving thanks

Staying trueWhile the idea behind the meaning of

Thanksgiving might be changing, there are some people who are going to stay true to themselves no matter what.

“I respect myself and I’m not willing to change that. If people don’t like that then they aren’t worth changing for,” Frost said.

Next time there is a free moment, take a step back from the chaos of everyday life and really look at what is in front of you. Realize that everyone has something to be thankful for.

This November, hopefully it becomes clear and one will be able to see past all the turkey and mashed potatoes and really be able to enjoy the holiday for what it was meant to be.

For junior Emma Kukuk, writing is something that has always come easy. Kukuk tries to write everyday and it is something that she truly enjoys.

“I love [writing],” Kukuk said. “I have all these ideas and I don’t know how to get them out, so I write them down.”

Having been writing from a very young age, it is no surprise that Kukuk is in the process of writing her own book. The book, not yet titled, is a work of fi ction about a girl named Lily living in a different world where pirates sail fl ying ships through the sky.

“I like fi ction because I can make up whatever I want. There’s no rules,” Kukuk said.

Kukuk has taken full advantage of the freedoms that come with writing fi ction and has written over 50 pages in the last year.

These 50 pages, however, did not come without a little help.

“I’m infl uenced by a lot of things,” said Kukuk.

Daily events, friends and other books, such as Diana Wynne Jones’ Howl’s Moving Castle, are just a few things that encourage Kukuk to let her ideas fl ow onto paper.

Even strange, random things can have an infl uence on Kukuk’s writing.

“I saw a jeans commercial once that gave me an idea for a scene in my story,” she said.

Although writing is a hobby Kukuk thoroughly enjoys, she also has a few doubts.

“I’m terrifi ed I’m going to lose interest,” Kukuk said.

She does not think that will be too big of a problem, however, because she has several

friends who have read the story and are constantly pushing her to write more.

Kukuk has high hopes for what the future holds for her and her book. She hopes to one day get the story published.

“I would really love for people to read it and love it,” she said.

For the time being, Kukuk is satisfi ed with simply writing her stories and sharing them with anyone who is willing to read.

WRITTEN IN THE STARS Junior Emma Kukuk works on her story about a girl who lives in a different world and fl ies pirate ships through the sky.

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SUE SYLVESTER

The tough and

wisecracking

cheerleading coach.cheerleading coach.

SUE SYLVESTER

cheerleading coach.cheerleading coach.

COACH SAWYER

“We are both coaches

and we dress the

same.”

JONAH MAGGARD

“[Artie and I] have the

same taste in music.” ARTIE ABRAMS

The quirky and

unexpected guitarist.unexpected guitarist.

FELICIA KNOX“We have similar styles. She even wore the same shirt as me.”

ELENA HENSEL“We’re both strong singers and we dream of being on Broadway.”

RACHEL BERRY The perky and ambitious aspiring Broadway star.

ee- BY PATRICK GALIZIO

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MERCEDES JONES MERCEDES JONESThe stylish and kind-

The stylish and kind-hearted power diva.

gRecasting Fox’s Glee with Gleeks from Lakeview High School

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Artists use paper and charcoal, actors jump into somebody else’s skin, and dancers let their bodies take control. For junior Izzy Maier, expressing herself is as simple as logging onto her Tumblr account and letting her fi ngers fl y across the keyboard. Tumblr is a blogging website used to express oneself by posting pictures, quotes, songs, etc. “I really enjoy using my Tumblr,” Maier said. “I get to express myself and it helps me relieve stress.” Unlike social networking websites like Facebook or Myspace, the relaxed and philosophical feel of Tumblr is part of what keeps Maier coming back. “It is a proven fact that websites like Facebook can cause people to have insecurities, but on Tumblr it’s all about you and what you’re feeling. Nobody is trying to stalk it and give their opinion on what you’re feeling that day,” Maier said.Source: Haley Burrill

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“It’s my hood tat; my sister bought a tattoo gun off a guy for 70 bucks so we got sister tats,” senior Lauren Smith said. “I got the one behind my ear because I love my cousin/God- son Blake; he’s the best thing in my whole life and I have it behind my ear to symbolize that he’s deaf,” Smith said.

“My parents made a deal that if I made it to state in the 800 then I could get a tattoo for my birthday,” junior Jordan Johnson said.

“I got ‘I’ll pray for you’ on my hip because I realized more people have problems in their lives that are more serious than mine and I’m going to keep them in my prayers,” junior Haley Luke said.[Photo by: Lynsee Barker]

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“My sunfl ower, I picked it out the day I went to the tattoo place and I just liked that it was different,” senior Molly Nelson said.

“I just like the whole idea of the dream catcher, and I got the three feathers because my dad always said 3-3-3 for I love you,” Nelson said.

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Fighters. By 1997, The Colour and the Shape was released. The album rose to number ten on the Billboard charts and was backed by the powerful singles Everlong and My Hero. It has been the band’s fastest selling album to date and has led the band to being one of the biggest alternative acts of all time.

Alternative rock is a sub-genre of Rock n’ Roll and has been around almost as long as the genre of Rock n’ Roll itself.

Alternative-style music, first got its boom in the 90s and Weezer’s self-titled, debut album was released in 1994 recieving positive reviews by critics. The three singles off the album: Undone-The Sweater Song, Buddy Holly and Say it Ain’t So, helped launch the band into the mainstream, where they remain to this day. The album has sold over 16 million copies worldwide, while going triple-platinum in the U.S.

Another band that was catapulted onto the mainstream during the 90s was Oasis. Their 1995 release (What’s the Story) Morning Glory went platinum four times and was backed by the acoustic-influenced single Wonderwall, which eventually reached number one on the Modern Rock Tracks Chart. Oasis’ contribution to alternative style displays itself on the main stage, that some people may recognize today, as Britpop.

Towards the late 90s, former Nirvana drummer, Dave Grohl, formed his own band called Foo

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A COLLECTION. There are various alternative CDs that many people of all ages have purchased over the years. Some bands, like Weezer, can attribute their mainstream success to these albums.

Takers is a highly action packed thrill ride about

professional bank robbers who attempt to make the biggest heist of their careers in just one week’s time.

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Eminem’s Recovery takes the listener on an emotional adventure through one

artist’s struggle with addiction and his road back to his place in hip hop.

Everlost is an eerie novel with an addictive plot line of two teenagers who were

killed in a car accident, and they are stuck between life and death, in Everlost.

B.o.B’s The Adventures of Bobby Ray album is a blend between hip hop and pop music. The southern-slanged superstar slapped the mainstream world over the head with this phenomenal debut album.

This album includes chart topping hits that have made frequent radio appearances recently, such as Magic, Airplanes and Nothin’ On You. Lovelier Than You and Don’t Let Me Fall showcase B.o.B’s singing abilities to enhance appreciation. Joined by fellow southern rappers T.I. and Playboy Tre, the track Bet I steers the direction of the album from a pop infl uence with a hard hitting hip hop anthem.

Guest features on the album include T.I., Lupe Fiasco, Bruno Mars, Hayley Williams and Eminem. The cohesiveness of this project is a wonder for all listeners.

MUSIC“Well it was just a dream, just a moment ago, I was up so high, looking down at the sky, don’t let me fall.”- Don’t Let Me Fall

MOVIE BOOKMUSIC

- BY WILL PICKOWITZ

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What one would like to see on the opposite sex...

That sex-y style

JEANS

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“Good jeans that support the booty.” Junior Austin Koltonoski [ ][[[

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“A nice button down, nice pair of jeans and a boy that smells good.. yeah, sexy.” Senior Bridget Lawrence

“I like athletic boys who wear their sports attire. Also guys that are really natural and simply fl attering.” Senior Kelsey Goss

“I just like the booty, so what ever shows it off.” Junior Chelsea Kazlauskas

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“I don’t mind seeing some sweat pants and a sweat shirt every now and then, It shows that they can be casual.” Junior Bryce Mahoney

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“I like the athletic look. I also like when my wife wears her jeans with a belt and a nice v-neck.” Accounting teacher Mark Gibbs

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“I like shirts that show off guys’ arms becuase I like arms. I also like bright colors.”Senior Raeha Weaver

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ProblemDecorating the table for a Turkey Day festivity

Materials:

Directions:1. Take a knife and cut the top of the pumpkin off. About an inch or two down from the top would suffi ce.

2. Place the fl oral foam square in the hollowed pumpkin. Be sure there isn’t any foam showing above the pumpkin’s edge.

3. Start sticking the fl owers’ stems into the top of the foam. Arrange the fl owers as desired, into a bouquet. When fi nished place in the middle of the table.

Faux pumpkinFloral foamFaux fl owers (red, yellow, orange, etc.)

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GROW UP- BY LOREN WRIGHT

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Two students tell about their childhood dreams compared to their dreams now

ATTENTION CLASS Bottom pre-tends to teach a class.

PICTURE PERFECT Fle’norl prac-tices her camera skills.

“I wanted to be a doctor because I liked seeing doctors help people. Now I want to be anything that deals with kids; maybe a teacher or a social worker.”

- Sophomore Cierra Bottom

“I wanted to be a veterinarian because I like animals. Now I want to be either a photographer or something dealing with science. Being a vet is still possible.”

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GoodwillWhile ‘one man’s trash

is another man’s treasure’ is an extremely debatable statement, it is still very likely anyone can find a gem in highly unlikely places. The Salvation Army and Goodwill are great places to explore for one’s own little treasure.

“I have this really cool leather jacket I found,” junior Izzy Maier said.

Goodwill and The

Salvation Army are not only fun to shop in, but also good for the community. When one donates to Goodwill, the proceeds go to helping people receive jobs, and other services critical to the health and mutual well-being of a working community.

“I donate to Goodwill a lot,” senior Allie Gibbs said.

The Salvation Army is a Christian charity, bringing hope and financial help to those in poverty, economic troubles or natural disasters. Their fundraising also acts very quickly. Shopping there funds people who need housing and food.

“I love how the belts are cheap in Sal Val. Everywhere [else] belts are like $20,” Gibbs said.

Both stores will benefit one’s wallet, community and even the enviroment by essentially recycling gently used clothes.

“When I re-decorated my room, I got 20 picture frames for seven dollars at Sal Val,” Maier said.

Searching for something cheap and unique? Try buying something at one of these places.

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“My favorite food would have to be chicken ceaser salad because it is something that always sounds good.”

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“I’m a mentor for CIR (Community Inclusive Recreation), which is an organization for the developmentally disabled and kids.”

“If I had one wish, I would wish to live in London because I have wanted to live there since I was a little kid.”

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Kids raking in the dough

Sophomore Keegan Ratcliff prepares food, such as subs, at Capital’s Deli and Grill.

“It’s mostly easy, as long as I am working with a partner,” Ratcliff said.

By the end of the day, Ratcliff feels that his job is worth the time he spends at his work place.

Junior Hailley Crawford’s occupation involves working at McDonald’s on Columbia.

All in all, she enjoys working, but it can also become a work out for her.

“Sometimes you end up sweating a lot from how much lifting there is to do,” Crawford said.

Sophomore Kelsey Brown deals with baby-sitting her mom’s friend’s kids when she can.

“It’s never really hard unless the child gets temperamental,” Brown said. “It lets me experience what parents do.”

Brown feels rewarded by the time her day ends.

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There are many students in Lakeview High School who have to have a job. And with every job comes a variety of responsibilities and expectations.

Junior Lynsee Barker spends her time working at the restaurant Lonestar bussing and hosting tables.

“It’s kind of hard when it gets busy,” Barker said. “But it’s not too bad.”

Being the baby of the crew, people, like her best friend who also works there, make it fun for her.

LHS Library Book Fair November 13-20: Shop Barnes & Noble

at Lakeview Square Mall store.

November 13-24: Shop online at http://bn.com/bookfairs

Enter bookfair ID 10235893 at checkout.

Book fair vouchers are available in the library or from a classroom teacher. A percentage of net sales will be donated to LHS Library.

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