Volume 5, Issue 1October 2011

Lonoke High

SchoolThe Paw Pr nt

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Queen Alexis Donahueand Kennedy Williams

Gabrielle Charles, Erin Yeargin and Alexis Donahue

Senior Players

Olivia BrumleyMorgan Kyzer

Shane Edwards Darin LovelaceJackeli Bryant Tommy Scott

IbbotsonTaylor

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Photo courtesy of Dallas MartinPhoto courtesy of Morgan Kyzer

Photo by Kaitlyn Tate

Callie Whitfield and Jenifer Rooney

Photo by Kaitlyn Tate

2011 - 2012 Staff:

Kaitlyn Tate Assistant Editor

Brianna Matarazzo

Design Editor

Sydney WheatPhoto Editor

Tyler McGee

Kaley Dozier

Brittany Sullivan

Jackeli Bryant

Hunter Spence

Lacey Nyhuis

Hannah Wolf

Daniel Brown

Lydia Evans

Mekensie Culver

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School News

04 Homecoming 06 Football 07 Cheerleaders 08 New Teachers

Student News

10 Wilson’s Back 10 New Administration 11 Red Ribbon Week

Table of ConTenTs

Superhero day for Homecoming Spirit week inspired the 2011-12 newspaper staff to express themselves freely as superheroes of their choice. Photo-graphed staff members: Mekensie Culver, Sydney Wheat, Kaitlyn Tate, Lacey Nyhuis, Brianna Matarazzo, Brittany Sullivan and Hannah Wolf.

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Clubs

12 Club News 13 New School

Sports

06 LHS Football 07 LHS Cheerleader

Features

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Homecoming 2011

Homecoming Maids Football Players

By: Brianna Matarazzo

LHS Homecoming Queen, Alexis DonahueEscorted by #42 Tommy Scott

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“It is a great honor to be chosen as queen, it feels great to have the football players behind me the whole way. I’m ecstatic and looking forward to cheering on the boys to a victory.”

Junior Attendants

Photo by Brianna Matarazzo

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The Homecoming Court consisted of 10 Senior football players and maids. The afternoon ceremonies were held in the gym, and began at 1:30 p.m. Mrs. Phyllis Elam, the Cheerleaders, their parents, and anyone who was willing to donate his time decorated for the ceremonies. Most years, preparations for the ceremonies begin in the summer. Preparing for the festivities “becomes a daily activity for me and those helping prepare,” said Elam. The Master and Mistress of Ceremonies were Martenis Johnson and Reagan Muse.

Maid of Honor, Mary Kathryn

Davis Escorted by #54 Austin Rowton

Homecoming is a tradition at LHS. Part of this year’s

celebration included two ceremonies, a parade, and spirit

week.

Master & Mistress of

Ceremonies

Reagan Muse

& Martenis Johnson

Attendants Charles Hunter &Kennedy Williams

Photo by Brianna Matarazzo

Photo courtesy of JostensPhoto by Brianna Matarazzo

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SophomoreDanyelle Hughes

#34 Gabriel Martin

SophomoreLaquitha Butler

#58 Brenden Ellington

Junior Gloria Mendoza

#3 Jackeli Bryant

SeniorLauren Henderson

#78 Justin Carpenter

SeniorGabrielle Charles

#66 Darin Lovelace

SeniorTalyn Jones

#60 Benton Garringer

JuniorTaylor Shaw

#17 Shane Edwards

JuniorMary Robin Clay #50 Tyler Grady

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2 Devarius Burton JR QB/DB 20 Cedric Cooney SO RB/DB 58 Brendon Ellington SR OL/DL 3 Jackeli Bryant SR RB/LB 34 Trevor Ransom SO RB/LB 60 Benton Garringer SR OL/DE 4 Essick Shephard JR WR/DB 35 Jose Garcia SO RB/LB 61 Connor Strain SO OL/DL 5 Kenny Johnson JR RB/DB 42 Tommy Scott SR LB 64 Drake Chesney JR OL/DL 7 Brent Sims JR RB/LB 44 Kody Smith SO RB/DB 65 Stan Moran SO OL/DL 8 Dra Offord JR RB/LB 45 Dylan Walker SO OL/LB 66 Darin Lovelace SR OL/DL 9 Eric Williams JR RB/DB 50 Tyler Grady SR OL/DL 70 Parker Linton SO OL/DL 10 Blake Mack SO WR/DB 51 James Lewis SO OL/DL 73 Austyn Soderling JR OL/DL 11 Ja’Roderick Pitts SO WR/DB 52 Nelson Brown JR OL/DL 75 Poreah Ronaghi SO OL/DL 13 Blake Gooden JR RB/LB 53 Dallas Martin SR OL/LB 77 Eddieion Walker SO OL/DL 14 Grant Dewey SO QB/DB 54 Austin Rowton SR OL/DE 78 Justin Carpenter SR OL/DL 15 Nicholas Watson SO WR/DB 56 Styver Hamric SO OL/DE 80 Elisha Mask JR WR/DB 17 Shane Edwards SR WR/DB 57 Gabriel Martin SR OL/DE 88 Daniel McKenzie JR WR/DL

“Fight to the end and finish.”

#9 Running BackJunior Eric Williams

“Never give up.”#2 Quarter Back

Sophomore Devarius Burton

“Play every play like it’s your last.”

#54 Defensive EndSenior Austin Rowton

“It’s not how you start,it’s how you finish.”

#7 Running BackJunior Brent Sims

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LHS FOOTBALL

Head CoachDoug Bost

Assistant Coaches Randy Phillips, Derrick Lowery, Drake Widener

Athletic TrainerKathy Burl

Photo by Sydney Wheat Photo by Hunter Spence

Photo by Kaitlyn Tate

Passing: D.Burton 86-138 1033yards 7 touchdowns 4 int 4(2pts)Rushing:E.Williams 99-694 5 touchdownsD.Burton 112-776 7 touchdowns 1 (2Pt)D.Offord 10-70B. Sims 10-116 1 touchdown K. Bryant 26-100 1 touchdown 1 (2Pt)C. Cooney 2-12E. Shepard 1-10B. Gooden 2-2

Receiving:B.Mack 28-392 1 touchdownR. Mckenzie 12-156E. Willams 13-130B. Sims 6-30D.Offord 16-205 1 touchdownB.Gooden 5-40 1 touchdownE. Sheapard 2-34K.Smith 1-18S. Hamric 3-34 1 (2pts)

Kick Return:E.Williams 11-266 1 touchdownK.Bryant 6-114 B.Gooden 1-0R. Mckenzie 4-0D. Offord 1-6K. Smith 1-15B. Sims 1-30E. Shepard 4-59

Total: Rushing- 262-1790 6.8 Avg. Passing- 86-138 1033 yards Total: 2823

Punt:B.Gooden 22 Punts 35 yards Avg.

Punt Return:B.Gooden 7-75 yardsExtra Point:T.Scott 15-19

LHS CHEERLEADERS

Sponsor- Mrs. ElamCaptain- Reagan Muse

Co-Captain- Emily RowtonMascot- Olivia Brumley

“Cheerleading is a lot of hard work, but it

all pays off.” Senior Olivia Evans

“Cheerleading is fun, stressful, and

always exciting.”Senior Reagan Muse

“Cheerleading is fun, I’m glad we all get

along.”Junior Jessica Moore

“Cheerleading is a blast, I love performing

and getting thecrowd pumped up.”Sophomore Erica

Brewer

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Erica Brewer Mary Robin Clay

Paige Cleveland Mary Kathryn Davis

Olivia Evans

Talyn Jones Jessy LewisJessica Moore Jaci Harris Haylee Whitehurst

LHS FOOTBALL

Squad Members

Senior Olivia Brumley gets invited to join the National Cheer Association Mascot Staff, along with an NCA award.

Sophomores Erica Brewer and Paige Cleveland, Junior Jaci Harris, and Senior

Captain Reagan Muse form a stunt to grab the crowd’s attention .

The Senior High Cheer Squad linked arms while singing the Alma Mater before the Jackrabbits’ win over the Newport Greyhounds.

The Senior High Cheer Squad gets ready to cheer on the Jackrabbits against the Beebe Badgers.

Photo by Brianna Matarazzo

Photo by Kaitlyn Tate

Photo by Sydney Wheat

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Mrs. Henley taught Keyboarding and Computer Technology Introductions

at LMS for six years. She now teaches Computer Business Applications (CBA)

at LHS. She graduated from Des Arc High School. In her free time she likes

to attend her two daughters’ basketball games and cheerleading events.

She also loves home decorating and remodeling. “I teach because I want to

prepare students for going to college or technical school and getting a job

after high school,” said Henley.

Mrs. Platt teaches English 9 and Drama. She graduated from

Parkers Chapel High School in El Dorado, Arkansas. She worked as

a Pharmacy Technician throughout college and as an after-school

Literacy Instructor at eStem Charter Schools. Platt loves reading, going to Razorback football games, fishing, shopping,

and spending time with her three year old niece, Brooklyn. “I couldn’t have asked for a better place to start my English

teaching career,” said Platt.

I love literature and I love watching students succeed

and learn new things. -Mrs. Platt

New Faces New places bring new faces.

The five new teachers on campus are Jamie Henley, Tuck Choate, Amanda Platt,

Jamie Henley

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Cy Mason, and Stephanie Carroll.

Photo by Sydney Wheat

Amanda PlattPhoto by Sydney Wheat

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on CampusBefore Mr. Choate became an Algebra 2 teacher, he student

taught at Greenbrier Jr. High and Conway High. He graduated

from Raleigh Charter High School in Raleigh, North Carolina.

He thought he was going to be a chiropractor, but when he took

Anatomy and Physiology in college, he changed his major. In his

free time, he watches TV with his wife and reads articles on his

computer. “I feel like I make a…difference and a lasting impact

here,” said Choate.

Mr. Mason graduated high school from

Central Arkansas Christian in North Little Rock

and attended Harding University. In his free

time he likes to watch movies, read, and attend

student ball games. “I teach because I want

children to become a better vision of what they

were the day before,” said Mason.

Ms. Carroll teaches Algebra 1, Pre-Algebra, and Algebraic Connections.

She graduated from Van Buren High School. Carroll likes to spend time

outdoors, watch the Razorbacks, and be with friends and family. She

plans to stay here to see all of her freshmen graduate. “I teach because

I love math and I love helping others,” said Carroll.

The new school is great and all the kids

are real welcoming.-Mr. Choate

“” Cy Mason

Tuck Choate

Stephanie Carroll

Photo Courtesy of Choate

Photo Courtesy of Carroll

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Principal Phynaus Wilson is finally here to stay. After several weeks out, he is back and ready to resume his duties as principal. While Wilson was out, several attempts were made to bring him back. T-shirts, posters, and interviews on the local news were all

part of the students’ campaign.

“It is great to be back at Lonoke High School. I missed the students and staff while I was out. I appreciate the thoughts, prayers, and support for me and my family from the students, staff, and community. I look forward to resuming my responsibilities as principal and working with everyone to move forward.” -Phynaus Wilson

We are happy to have you back Mr. Wilson!

Wilson’s Back!

New BeginningsSenior boys’ basketball

head coach, Vice Principal, sponsor of Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA), mentor, husband, and father, Dean Campbell said he wants the experience and to “jump in with both feet.”

Campbell had no on-the-job training to prepare for all of his new duties as Dean of Students.

“The staff has done a great job educating kids. They have been a help in the transition,” said Campbell. He looks forward to continuing to help students and interact with them at a more personal level.

Campbell has been involved with basketball for 32 years, as a player and as a coach. “Basketball is more of an outlet than a stressor,” said Campbell, “Basketball is my first love.”

The new school is a “great opportunity for students to experience something they can be proud of, and take pride in what they have here,” said Campbell.

“He is my father figure and keeps me

focused for basketball

and college.” -Tarrale Watson

By:Sydney Wheat

Mr. Wilson resumes one of his many duties as principal, staying in contact with LHS’ 600+ students. Mikayla Staat and Mr. Wilson

discuss JROTC and life at LHS during lunch.

Photo courtesy of Mark Buffalo

Photo Courtesy of Campbell

Dean Campbell

Wife DeAnna& Daughters

Riley & Regan

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Red Ribbon Week

What To WearMonday

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Red Ribbon Week is the oldest and largest drug prevention program in the nation. The mission is to lead and support the nation’s families and communities in nurturing the full potential of healthy, drug free life.

The National Family Partnership estimates that more than 80 million people participate in Red Ribbon events each year. The campaign is a way for communities to take a stand against drugs and show their consequences to all Americans.

The Lonoke community celebrates Red Ribbon Week. The primary and elementary schools encourage students to wear red ribbons, dress up for theme days, and attend the many presentations. The middle school will offer prizes to participating students.

LHS celebrates Red Ribbon Week in October by hosting a Drug Free pep rally where the school will unite, play games, have a spirit contest, and hold grade vs. grade competitions.

Individual students will talk

about how drugs have affected their lives and others around them. “This is a time where students can get a point across to others, express their feeling and reveal how the usage of drugs changes many lives” says senior Torshika Brunson.

Students at the high school are encouraged to participate in dress up days and wear red ribbons. Prizes will be awarded for participation. Red Ribbon Week will be held October 24th through October 28th.

Reach for the stars!Dress like your favorite

celebrity.

Don’t get mixed up with drugs!

Boys dress up like girls, girls dress up like boys.

Block out drugs! Dress up like a Mime

We can get crazy, but not about drugs!

Mardi Gras Day

Seniors wear purple, Juniors wear white, Sophomores wear red, Freshmen wear

blue.

Seniors Talyn Jones

and Xavier Hobbs show

their school spirit for

Nerd Day

President & Vice President of FCCLA, Torshika Brunson and Alexis Donahue

Photo courtesy of Talyn Jones

Photo by Hunter Spence

By:Hannah Wolf

Sponsored by Family Career & Community Leaders of America

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Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) has hosted multiple events.

Fields of Faith was held in the gym where students prayed and gave testimonies.

See You at the Pole was a big success with many attendees. Tyler Grady provided music for the event.

FCA will be attending the

Arkansas State University at Jonesboro game Saturday October 29th.

Powder Puff, Sr. vs. Jr., will be delayed until the spring semester.

FCA officers are President Tyler Grady, Vice President Mary Robin Clay, Secretary Erica Reed.

The Band met and exceeded expectations at the Showcase of Bands by receiving top awards said Band Director Mr. Patrick Matarazzo.

The competition was held at War Memorial Stadium in North Little Rock on October 15, 2011.

The band competed against 46 bands from around

Arkansas. The band received 1st

division in three categories: 1st division Drum Major, 1st division Percussion, and 1st division Color Guard (Flag Line and Majorettes).

Receiving a 1st division is a major achievement for any band said Matarazzo.

A word from Laura Park, Head Volleyball Coach

I am very proud to announce that our Jr. High Volleyball Team has finished 2nd in Conference. The Sr. Girls Volleyball Team has also competed well this year and beat Clinton at the District Tournament which qualifies them for the State Tournament. This year in volleyball has been

a roller coaster ride. With injury after injury and illness after illness we have really struggled for consistency. This is the 10th year in a row that our Sr. Girls Volleyball Team has qualified for State! Congratulations on this GREAT accomplishment. Not many teams can brag that they have been to State 10 years in a row!

The Science department and the Math department cracked a few eggs.

The students in Mr. Brown’s Physics class and Mrs. Prado’s AP Geometry class conducted egg rolls using 9th grade math.

Formulas from Physics were used to calculate the speed, velocity, and distance that the

eggs would travel.The Physics class also

constructed a car and a grapefruit shooting catapult.

AP Chemistry battled the AP Biology class in a trial. The conflict: Is the climate man-made or natural?

The trial included witnesses, experts, council, jury and Mr. Brown as the Judge.

FCA

Band

Volleyball

Science

Photo by Hunter Spence

Courtesy of Kaley Dozier

Game Day

Photo by Sydney Wheat

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History was made August 18, 2011 with the first generation of students who will graduate from the new Lonoke High School.

Some students found waiting for the new building’s completion frustrating. “Not being able to get in there and see what we would be in the next year was irritating,” said sophomore Angelica Theroux.

Staff and students had to overcome inconveniences as the new building was under construction. “The building of the new school was very noisy, but exciting to see it built,” said sophomore Alexis James.

Students have mixed emotions about leaving the historic building and moving to the new.

“The new building was so much better. It was cleaner. It was easier to move around and so much bigger,” said Theroux. Walking into the building the first time, “I was like, wow. It was just…so different. It just had Lonoke all over it,” said Theroux.

Being in a new school brings many opportunities, with “access to technology, more space, better infrastructure, etc. translate into better conditions for teaching and learning,” said Superintendent Dr. John Tackett. This means helping “students and teachers have better access to the kind of environment that promotes teaching and learning for the 21st century.”

The new school is one building which keeps students in a more localized area and is “more convenient than having to walk in the rain, and when it’s cold,” said James. The new school was made to be a showcase. Amenities were included such as automatic lights, new computers, courtyard area, library and much more. “The Bathrooms … are better in a sense that the toilets are automatic…the classrooms are bigger,” said James.

The old school will still be missed. “I was in there my freshman year and I can’t show those memories to my kids,” said James. “I miss the history of the old school, but the new school has a better foundation. So we’ll make better memories.”

“The idea was conceived several years ago when the state began to require schools to develop ten-year facilities master plans,” said Tackett, “The process started with several meetings and a lot of paper work.”

Then after several steps in preparing for the new school, “demolition of the Science Building began February 2010,” said Tackett.

On August 15th, 2011, the students and teachers of Lonoke embarked on a new journey, which began at the 9.3 million dollar New Lonoke High School.

New Mark on History

Sophomore

Alexis James

Photo by Sydney Wheat

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