March 19, 2009 Indianapolis, Indiana Roncalli High School Volume 8:6

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Roncalli’s Secret

GardenThe Roncalli Theater

Department presents its 15th annual

musical

by Hannah CaveStaff Writer

What’s a secret garden? Well, it can be found just

outside your home if you look hard for an old, dried-up garden spot with little potential. With work, it can turn into a majestic oasis with beautiful flowers bringing together a family in need. This year’s spring musical is “The Secret Garden,” where magic and fate turn real life into a fantasy. The musical is based on the novel written in 1909, by Frances Hodgsen Burnett. Later, the book was adapted as a musical on Broadway in 1993. The story opens with the main character, Mary Lennox, moving to England from her home in colonial India where her parents died from a cholera outbreak. She begins living with her emotionally stunted Uncle Archibald and invalid cousin Colin. In RHS’s rendition of the musical, senior Kelsey Davis landed the main role as Mary. “I am very happy with the part I received. There is stress with my role. Last year in “Music Man,” I was just an extra, and now I’m a main role,” said Davis. Junior Brendan Duell plays cousin Colin, whom Mary befriends. He is thought to be afflicted with a disease. Senior Jeana Wagner and Katy Dury are the co-student directors for “The Secret Garden.” They have had more than enough experience, given their roles as the student directors of the

“Fort Roncalli” is haven to economic problems

Favorite Spring Break destination, Fort Myers, struggles through economic woes despite vacation attraction

by Erin GahimerEditor-in-Chief

It’s Roncalli and it’s spring break time once again. For years, Fort Myers has been the spring break hotspot among the RHS community. It’s been such

an “it” destination that it’s even acquired the familiar title of “Fort Roncalli.” Hundreds of RHS students and families flock to The Sunshine State in hopes of finding a respite to the cold, wintry, and seemingly-everlasting weather of central Indiana. But, this year with the woeful American economy, the big question is: Will Fort Myers survive? With the country in an economic crisis, Fort Myers, Fla. is one of many U.S. cities that has been hit especially hard. Yes. Everyone’s favorite daydream of warmth and sunshine is taking the brunt of the country’s economic woes. According to mortgage research firms around the nation, the Cape Coral-Fort Myers area had the highest

foreclosure rate in the nation this past January. Additionally, Lee County, which encompasses the Fort Myers area, has seen its unemployment rate jump to 10 percent recently. According to The Miami Herald, of the 255,000 Floridians who lost their jobs last year, about 12,000 of them were from the Fort Myers-Cape Coral area. President Obama visited and addressed this distressed city during February in an effort to promote the not-yet-signed stimulus package and encourage its citizens despite the problems. This brings up a big question. Is Fort Myers still the place to go? Moreover, will it continue to be in the future? Will there be a lively tourist destination there next year awaiting the RHS flock? All of this will most likely depend on the success of the nation’s overall economic recovery efforts for job creation and the stimulation of the housing market. As for this year, enjoy the beach and the sunshine.

SPORTS

Roncalli GymnasticsThe Roncalli Gymnastics Team will be competing at the State Finals this Saturday, March 21 at Perry Meridian High School. Opening ceremonies begin at 12:30 p.m. with the competition at 1. Admission is $8. Get out and support the Lady Rebels!

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NCAA

THE BIGDANCEAre you a college basketball fanatic? The Rebel Review is turn-ing bracketology into a school- wide- competition. Fill out our provided bracket and compete to win various prizes brought to you by your Rebel Review. Can you pick all the upsets? Can you predict the national champion? Check out page 7 for more infor-mation about RHS’ new tradition. Turn in your brackets during lunch with CJ Allard & Joe Fanelli.

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FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME

Softball takes Rebel Trista Cox around the worldby Kristen West

Staff Writer

While some athletes enjoy the spot-light, sophomore Trista Cox plays

softball simply for the love of the game. This past January, Trista played shortstop for Team U.S.A, where she was the youngest (by three years) of her other nine team-mates. The Rebel Review interviewed Trista about her international journey. KW: How did you become a part of this team?

TC: I was recruited. The head of the organization, Kirt Whiteside, emailed me asking me to play, and then I had to write an essay to the head coach.

KW: Where did you travel in Europe?

TC: The tournament and our first hotel was in Schiedam, from there we went to Rotterdam and Amsterdam and then Paris.

KW: How long did you stay? During your stay did you get to sightsee?

TC: My flight left Wednesday the 14th of January and I got back the 21st which is the next Wednesday. In Amsterdam, we went to Grand Central Station, the river and the Red Light District. In Paris, we went to the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Latin Quarters, the Cathedral de Notre Dame and shopped on Rivoli St. which is

the most expensive street in the world.

KW: How has this experience changed your softball career?

TC: It has given me the opportunity to play internationally at a higher level. It has made me more knowledgeable about other countries cultures and similarities and differences of playing in other countries. (She was asked by the coach of the “Euro Stars” to move to Europe and play for them.)

KW: What was your favorite part of this experience?

TC: It would be impossible to pick just one part, the entire experience was amazing. (Her top memories are) Meeting new peo-ple, making lifelong friends, meeting people in other countries, different coaches, learn-ing their languages, playing at a higher level and sightseeing. It was unreal.

TEAM USA: Trista Cox travelled to Amsterdam, The Netherlands, in Europe to play softball for an American travelling softball team. She was the youngest member of her team, the Bulls.

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Father Wilmoth: Priest and Spiritual Leader

Beloved Priest graces RHS and is loved by allby Kristen West

Staff Writer

Then and Now: His days were jam packed full of hard work, and, of course, some play on the day he was ordained a priest (left). Now, our beloved Fr. Jim Wilmoth works hard to accomplish all of the priestly things that St. Roch and Roncalli has for him to do (right).

Courtsey of St. Roch website

Father Wilmoth is the smiling face that graces Roncalli’s hallways and

Chapel. But what do we really know about our beloved Father Wilmoth, other than he is notorious for his short St. Roch masses and as many people say “cute” personality? Like us, Father Wilmoth has hobbies, watches T.V. and has a best friend. Father grew up in Indianapolis as a young boy where he attended St. Philip and Holy Rosary parishes. He had a job at his mom’s market when he was ten and

played sports year round. Father Wilmoth played football, basketball and baseball. As a child, he liked the priesthood and respected what they did, but he had “no

idea that’s what I was going to be.” In his youth and in high school, he had always thought about becoming a firefighter “because of the service” they offered. He got a little bit of both worlds when he was

hired as the Chaplain for the Indianapolis Fire Department. He attended college at St. Mary’s Seminary in Kentucky. That is where he seriously thought about becoming a priest. When he was about 20, he had figured out he wanted to become a priest. He was inspired for two reasons; his family, and the happiness and the fulfillment he saw in the lives of priest. “That’s the thing that really attracted me; priests really seemed happy about what they were doing”, said Wilmoth. In the past, Father Wilmoth has been a priest at St. Michael, Holy Name, Holy Rosary and is currently at St. Roch. Although Father Wilmoth is almost 70, this does not limit his fun. Father loves watching sports “about the only channel I have on my television that I watch is ESPN.” In the summer, when his schedule is more relaxed, he enjoys fishing trips to Minnesota with the DeArmonds family from St. Roch, some of his closest friends. “You gotta have friends to support you,” said Wilmoth about his relationship with the DeArmonds. One of Fathers favorite places is Rome. He has been five times and is going back this July with the DeArmond’s. Father Wilmoth plans to continue his work until the diocese makes him retire. He loves sports and he loves the young people of RHS and St. Roch. Most importantly, Father is devoted to God and is always willing to help anyone he can.

by Mckenzie NickellStaff Writer

Born and raised in Indianapolis, Mrs. Cathy Kitchens is one of Roncalli’s

newest math teachers. A Southside na-tive, Mrs. Kitchens attended St. Jude grade school and is a 2001 Roncalli graduate. She ran varsity cross country and track all four years in high school as a RHS Rebel. During her junior year of high school, Mrs. Kitchens broke the school record in the 4k event in cross country and still holds the record on this discontinued event. She attended the University of Dayton and graduated in 2005. She majored in math while there but decided not to run her freshman year. When she tried running sophomore year, just weeks into the season at Dayton, she had to quit because of a sur-gery needed in both of her legs. After her injury, she decided not to run her junior and senior years. In her early years at Dayton, Mrs. Kitch-ens wanted to be an accountant, but then decided to become a teacher. She changed career paths because she enjoys math and helping students. She also liked the chal-lenge of something different everyday. Mrs. Kitchens has been teaching for four years now, three at St. Barnabas and one at Roncalli. When she’s not at Roncalli teaching, she enjoys spending time outside, running, taking care of her 11-month old daughter, Madelyn, and scrapbooking.

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fall play, “The Importance of Being Earnest.” Working as a student director takes its toll, as the job is time consuming and has a lot of responsibilities, such as, “overseeing construction of the set and helping Mr. Fanning direct the actors. “It’s a lot of work,” said Dury. Aside from that, being a student director has its perks.

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“It’s awesome! Having power and leadership and knowing Jeana and I earned our position. I love getting to hang out with Jadams all the time. There’s never a dull moment.” The co-staff directors for the musical are choral director Mr. Trevor Fanning and Theater Arts teacher Mr. Jason Adams. Mr. Adams is supervising

the technical part of the musical, moderating the sets, while Mr. Fanning is the music and stage director. “A lot of time is spent on the musical aspect. There is more song than dance in this musical. The tryouts were so early because we wanted to start right away after Christmas break, so we had enough time

French Club for 2 years, choir

for two years, diving for one

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Babysitting my niece and nephew, shopping, and hanging out with friends

College: IU, Purdue, or Salve Regina in Rhode IslandI want to major in music therapy.

Two siblings- a brother and a sister

Roncalli has a ton of school spirit.

What are you involved in at Roncalli?

What do you like to do in your free time?

What plans do you have for your future?

How many siblings do you have?

What is your favorite thing about RHS?

Her favorites are:

Random Rebelby Andrea SilcoxStaff Writer

Photo by Andrea

Silcox

“That’s the thing that really attracted me (to the priesthood); priests really

seemed happy about what they were doing.” Father Wilmoth

Photo by Andrea Silcox

Courtsey of Fr. Jim Wilmoth

to make changes. We are right where I thought we would be!” Even though The Secret Garden is mostly music, there is still room for dance. Senior Emily Taylor is choreographing the dances, having also done it for The Music Man, and as always, Ms. Peach will direct the pit orchestra band to play the music.

“This experience with directing the musical has been great, a lot of fun. The kids are so invested. It’s going to be a great show,” said Mr. Fanning. The remaining shows are tonight at 7 ‘o’clock and Saturday at 2 and 7 p.m. Come and support your rebel actors at The Secret Garden!

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March 19, 2009 3FEATURES

Every March 17th brings a flock of celebratory festivities to the people of Indianapolis. Many

adults take the day off, take their kids out of school, and head downtown to celebrate the holiday at India-napolis’ annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade which runs through the city streets. Other Hoosiers may cel-ebrate by going out to dinner at Irish eateries around the city, such as The Claddagh downtown. RHS Health teacher Mrs. Kathy Schembra and English teacher Mr. Ryan Costello also have their own unique way of celebrating the St. Patrick’s Day holiday full of fun, heritage, and, of course, shamrocks. “It’s the second Christmas for our family,” said Mrs. Schembra. She says her family has always cel-ebrated the holiday in their own unique way. The Sunday preceding St. Patty’s Day, she has a party at her house every year. “We call it our birthday party since we have two boys that were born on the 17th,” Schembra said. Her family decorates their house with green lights around their ten-foot shamrock in the front yard. She also leaves her tree up from Christmas and deco-rates it in all green lights and garland. Also, served at the party is an assortment of greens such as green mashed potatoes and green deviled eggs. Another Rebel, Mr. Costello, likes to take the day off of school and ventures down to the parade to do his own thing as well. He meets his family and friends on the East side of Indianapolis to hear live Irish music or he heads out of town to Chicago to

spend time with his older brother Tom. Costello’s grand-parents were all Irish, so St. Pat-rick’s Day has always been a celebration of family for him. “Ever since I traveled to Ireland, my senior year at Scecina, I have become more interested in the cultural traditions of my heri- tage,” said Mr. Costello. Year round, Mr. Costello’s giant Irish flag adorns his classroom. Also, Mr. Costello likes to share his heritage with others. A few years ago, Mr. Costello worked a Senior Retreat that fell on St. Patrick’s Day. He offered an Irish blessing and then had one of the retreat’s group leaders dance around the retreatants, dressed as a leprechaun, passing out Irish pins. Mr. Costello’s favorite St. Patty’s Day traditions are wear-ing a tweed jacket and dancing around singing Irish sing-a longs. While at Roncalli St. Patty’s Day is simply a day when kids sport green clothes and plot to pinch one another, this holiday truly has significance to these two Rebels. While the rest of us will be going through our daily school routines on March 17th, we can be sure that if we were to head downtown, we could run into RHS’ Irish, St. Patty’s Day enthusiasts Mrs. Schembra or Mr. Costello. Who Knows? Maybe you could even experience some Luck of the Irish.

Luck of the Irish

by Alex StockStaff Writer

Mr. Costello and Mrs. Schembra share St. Patrick’s Day traditions

Who’s the fool on April Fools’ Day?

by Kelly KernStaff Writer

The tradition and elaborate tricks of April Fools’ day go back to date in history.

ON THIS DATE:March 19th

On March 19th of...

1831~ The first recorded bank robbery in American history took place at the City Bank in New York.

1628~ The colony of Massachusetts was founded as one of the first 13 colonies by the English.

1945 ~ In WWII, General Friedrich Fromm, the commander of the Ger-man Home Army, is killed for his part in the attempted plot to kill Adolf Hitler.

1979~ House of Representatives be-gins live TV broadcasts via C-Span.

1995-Michael Jordan goes back to play for the Chicago Bulls after decid-ing to come out of retirement.

1915~ The former planet Pluto was photographed for the first time, al-though the picture was unknown.

2002~ U.S. invasion of Afghanistan: Operation Anaconda ends after kill-ing 500 Taliban and al Qaeda fighters with 11 allied troop fatalities.

1982-Joan Jett & The Blackhearts’ song “I Love Rock’n’ Roll” became number one on the BillBoard Charts.

All around the world, people enjoy playing April Fools’ pranks on one another. These pranks can be as simple as telling somebody that their shoe is untied, to an elaborate all-day prank, like taping a “kick

me” sign on someone’s back. Now, how did this glorious day of poking fun come about? There is not an exact day that can be pinpointed as the birth of April Fools’, but the time period has been placed around 1582. In France, New Years was once a tradition celebrated for eight days starting on March 25 and ending on the first of April. Under Charles IX’s rule, the Gregorian calendar was introduced and the New Year celebration was changed to a one-day celebration and on January 1. Since news used to be delivered by foot, this sudden change was not delivered to everyone for years. Some people did not want to partake in the change and wanted to keep their eight-day celebration. Those people were nicknamed “fools” by the public and were subject to ridicule. Often they were sent on “fool-errands” and had many jokes played on them. Over time, these jokes evolved into a traditional prank-playing day set on April 1. Eventually these tra-ditions were spread to England and Scotland in the 18th century. Later, it was introduced to the English colonies of both the French and the English. Today, this tradition still lives on at Roncalli. Rebels also have fun on this day, playing pranks on some of their family members and fellow classmates.

In Florida,my mom told my brother that a dog treat was a graham cracker. When he put it in his mouth, she told him what it was and he spit

it out and started to cry.

On the night before April Fools, my fam-ily put up our Christmas tree. In the morning,

my brother saw it and thought he

forgot to buy presents.I told my teacher to write

on the board “write a three-page paper on the Pythagorean Theorem, due tomorrow.” She told the class that she

was just kidding, but one student was out of the room

when she said that. He came into school the next day with a three-page paper on the Pythagorean Theorem.

When I was seven, I hid all of the milk in the cabi-nets... it spoiled.

April Fools’~ The Rebel Way

Sophomore Tori Pinna

Freshman Laura McIntosh

St. Roch Class of 2007Senior Theresa Niezer

Photos by Kelly Kern

“It’s good to know that your best friends get to share the Roncalli spirit with you. It’s helpful to have them here because, if you are having a bad day, you will always know there is someone there to cheer you up ,” said sophomore Kevin Liegibel, who has two siblings, Connor and Jackie, at RHS, as well as four cousins and an additional six who have already graduated. Another Rebel, senior Mallory Huser has also expe-rienced Roncalli with her big family. She and her family are related to the Elliott, Stephon, Cahill, Parker and Winningham fami-lies, as well as the Kerns and Schotts distantly.

“I’ve always had someone with me at Roncalli, so I can’t imagine not having them here or seeing them every day. Our family is so big, but so close that I couldn’t live without their support of me here,” said Huser. It’s not uncommon that a conversation will be taking place in a RHS hallway and someone asks, ‘Who was that you were just talking to?’ With the response, ‘Oh, that’s my cousin.’ Not only are there single-branched relationships, but also some multi-branched familial relationships. This trend has resulted in the evolution of familiar Roncalli catch phrases like, “Oh, everyone at Roncalli is related,” or “If you go to Roncalli, then you’re probably related to someone.” Whether genetically related or not, all RHS students have a chance to be a part of the Roncalli tradition and fam-ily through four years as a Rebel. Below are a few examples of large and intertwined Roncalli families.

The “Ronc-ology” of Roncalli High by Erin GahimerEditor-in-ChiefRHS is home to many large and intertwined Catholic families.

Save Our Spring Break:

It’s Spring Break. Sally is on a plane to Fort Myers, Jimmy is floating along on a cruise ship, and Billy is soaking up the sunshine in Hawaii. So what will you be doing

while your friends are traveling the globe? Instead of sitting on your couch watching reruns, try these fail-proof ways of staying sane while you’re spending Spring Break 2009 at home in the Hoosier state.

Play with the puppies in the pet store.

Go to the park and act like a little kid again.

Beat your high score on Guitar Hero...for the seventh time.

Make a “soundtrack” of your life.

Make a collage of your favorite Rebel Review articles.

Go to the mattress store in your pajamas and “test out” all the mattresses.

Try to memorize the lines of your favorite movie.

Research the history of the day you were born.

Complete a “color-by numbers” and give it to the first person you see.

Write a musical about your Spring Break.

Plan a welcome-back party for your friends.

Dress up like a superhero and “fight crime.”

Film all of the above.

Create a time capsule of Spring Break 2009, complete with film.

The complete survival guide to staying home over Spring Break ‘09by Alysse MillerStaff Writer

THE LAUCKS: Carl Goss, Dan Lauck, Christina Ancelet, Mr. David Lauck, Mrs. Chris Lauck and Mrs. Jan Lauck

THE CAHILLS: Back Row: Mrs. Anne Elliott, Stephen Elliott, Mr. Sean Winningham, Luke Winningham and Angie Schott. Middle Row: Mrs. Cathy Huser, Natalie Cahill, Liz Sander, Julie Schott. Front Row: Mallory Huser, Blake Parker, and Mrs. Marsha Sander.

Illustration by Blake Stegemiller

THE HAYES: Back Row: Chris Delaney, Con-nor Liegibel and Kevin Liegibel. Front Row: Courtney Delaney, Lauren Murphy, Katie Lynch and Jackie Liegibel

THE ARMBRUSTERS: Back Row: Mr. Gary Armbruster, Rachael Armbruster, Andrew Sahm, Mariah Sahm, Michael Mislan, Therese Sahm, Dave TonerFront Row: Sarah Strevels, Shannon Strevels, Andrew Armbruster, Paul Armbruster, Cole Toner, Mrs. Angie Toner

Ask anyone in the Roncalli community, students, fac-ulty, or alumni, to give you one word to describe Ron-

calli. ‘Spirited’, ‘service oriented’ or ‘rigorous’ might come up. But, ‘family’ would probably be the most frequent re-sponse. Not only would this word be applied to the spirit of unity and friendship among Rebels, but also literally to the students themselves. Many would agree that the Roncalli experience is often a “family affair.” Because Roncalli is built on a rich tradi-tion, generations of families send their children here in hopes that their kids can have as positive of an experience as they did. Consequently, RHS is home to scores of “big, Roncalli families” full of brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles and cous-ins. Most noticeable at Roncalli on a daily basis are a handful of students who are not only classmates, but also cousins.

Illustration by Coltin DickeyPhotos by Erin Gahimer

THE BARTRAMS AND OECHSLES: Bryce Opel, Mallory Opel, Jack Andrews, Amy Oechsle, Drew Oechsle, Tracy Schilling, and Andrew Byrne.

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Boone Goes the Dynamiteby Joe FanelliStaff Writer

In 20th century England, the lower class of English society revolted against the

nobility during the infamous Peasant Revolts. Under their fearless leader, Wat Tyler, the peasants stormed across the London Bridge into the city, where they were quickly captured, tortured and disemboweled. The students of Roncalli may have experienced this same sensation (minus the disembowelment) during the painful loss to the faculty on Thursday, March 5th. Under fearless leaders Kevin Banich and Mallory Opel, the seniors and u n d e r c l a s s m e n alike witnessed the destruction of their hopes and dreams to finally get back at the faculty

before they graduate. The boys’ and girls’ teams quickly learned that even old, hip-replaced, out-of-shape, gray-haired, over-the-hill, underpaid faculty can still ball. But as religious

education t e a c h e r J e f f T r a y l o r said, the s t u d e n t s f o u n d out early on that the term “faculty” is loosely defined. For example, here are two resumes of two starting players for the women’s

faculty team. First, we have Lady Rebels head coach Sara Riedeman. Riedeman,

an Indiana All-Star from her days at Greensburg High School, played at

Division I Western Kentucky for a year before transferring to the University of

Indianapolis. She currently holds the UIndy records in single 3s in a season and best career three point percentage. Joining her was assistant girls’ coach

K a t i e B o o n e . As if one

D-I basketball player was not enough, Boone led the Valparaiso Crusaders to three conference championships as the starting point guard and to the school’s first two NCAA tournament appearances. She is in the school’s top-five for career assists, steals and three-point shooting percentage. So maybe the senior girls’ team should

get a little slack for only putting up five points total in 20 total minutes of game play. Sara Riedeman and Katie Ringer, I mean Boone, were clearly leagues above the girl’s team. And in the spirit of

leagues, if Boone and Riedeman were the MLB, the senior girls’ team was probably equivalent to, well, t-ball. So, my hat goes off to Coach W e i s e n b a c h , Coach Bohn and the faculty for proving again that the teachers always get the last laugh, but I

think a degree of separation rule may be appropriate for next year. I think I’ve got a cousin who is friends with Lebron James…

Students receive dose of humble pie in loss to “faculty”

TIME OUT: Senior coach Kevin Banich gives the girls’ team an encouraging pep talk during the third quarter.

Photo by Joe Fanelli

DEFLATED: Seniors Ben Polizzi and Connor Mullin solemnly walk off the court after being defeated by the faculty.

Photo by Joe Fanelli

COACH CHUCK: Coach Weisenbach seen enthused during the fourth quarter of the senior-faculty game.

Photo by Joe Fanelli

HOW to go from

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the rebel day planner:An Array Of Artistic Ability

Steps to creating the perfect planner . . .

1 Color: The use of color is the most important part of the perfect planner.

2Doodles: Doodles just add that extra touch to the perfect planner. 3

Organization:Organization is key, either you’re organized or you’re not. It’s just that simple.

by Blake StegemillerDesign Editor

Illustration by Blake Stegemiller

March 19, 20096 Opinion

Editorial PolicyWe accept letters to the editor from all faculty, staff, and students. They can be e-mailed to jalbertson@roncallihs.org or delivered to room 206. Please keep these letters short, roughly 200-300 words. They will be accepted under the circumstances that they are signed and noted to which article it is in response. Letters that contain misinformation or are meant to libel another will not be published. The decision to publish these will be decided by The Rebel Review adviser Mrs. Albertson. We also accept photographs and articles written by students, teachers, and staff members. Some material courtesy of American Society of Newspaper Editors/MCT Campus High School Newspaper Service.

The Rebel Review StaffEditor-in-Chief: Erin Gahimer Staff Writer: C.J. AllardDesign Editor: Blake Stegemiller Staff Writer: Brad BourneBusiness Manager: Alex Stock Staff Writer: Andrea SilcoxStaff Writer: Hannah Cave Staff Writer: Kelly Kern Staff Writer: Joe Fanelli Staff Writer: Alysse MillerStaff Writer: Michelle Johnson Staff Writer: McKenzie NickellStaff Writer: Rachael Squillace Staff Writer: Kristen West Adviser: Mrs. Albertson

by Rachael SquillaceStaff Writer

I Want Sleep

This is the newest feature of The Rebel Review. Send in your random comments to Room 206 or talk to a staff member. We want to hear from you!

Let it Out Rebels!

Spring Break 2009!!

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Way to go girls’ gymnastics. Good luck at State on Saturday!

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Michigan is finally goin’ dancin’!*

Way to go terrible Georgia mens’ basketball team. They make me cry.

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Is it bad that I tear up at the end of “My Girl?”

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Daylight Saving causes millions of Americans to lose one hour of sleep.

7 Days.*

Check out the boys’ volleyball team that’s ranked ninth in the state.

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Savings Time is trying to switch your clock radio in your car.

Who even knows where their car manual is in the first place?

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On March 8th, 2009, students at Roncalli lost one precious hour of

sleep. At exactly 2:00 am, a perfect time for losing an hour, Daylight Saving Time (DST) began. Since April of 2006, Indiana observes Daylight Saving Time because the Energy Policy Act of 2005 was unfortunately passed. Even though some might blame the Indiana government for forcing the aggravating switch on its citizens, people should really be blaming someone else for the idea. “Do you actually know who the first per-son to come up with the idea of Daylight Saving Time was?” Riley asks Ben Gates and Abigail Chase in the movie, “National Treasure.” Ben and Abigail quickly an-swer, “Ben Franklin.” Even though Riley, Ben, and Abigail knew that Ben Franklin “came up with the idea,” I had no clue until watching the movie. As mentioned in “National Treasure,” Ben Franklin invented the concept of DST while writing an article titled “An Economical Project for Diminishing the Cost of Light.” Thanks a lot Ben. Thanks for forcing Americans to lose an hour of

sleep and creating utter confusion for those who may not realize that Daylight Saving Time began. For the past for years, people wonder, “What is the point of Daylight Saving Time?” Well, DST happens to, coincidently, save daylight, which supposedly saves energy. According to the a study completed by the U.S. Department of Transportation in 1975, Daylight Saving Time actually saved a total of 10,000 barrels of oil in energy. The Department of Transportation also concluded that Daylight Saving prevents traffic accidents and crime since people spend more time in the daylight. Although the Department of Transportation claimed DST saved energy, Matthew Kotchen and Laura Grant from the University of Santa Barbara,who completed a study in 2006 on DST for Indiana, claimed DST does not save energy specifically in Indiana, but in fact, increases the use of electricity. USA Today interviewed Kotchen, who stated that the overall cost of increased electricity was 8.6 million dollars for the Indiana population. Kotchen also stated that the average household price of electricity increased by three dollars. Because of the declining economy, every penny counts and DST seems to be hurting the economy of Indiana. So, DST saves energy for some states, and increases energy for others. Even though I am glad that DST saves energy, which helps the environment, I would rather have my one hour loss of sleep back.

The last time I went on spring break I was in the third grade. My brother,

Matt, who is five years older than me, was always playing high school baseball during our break. After he graduated, my sister had track meets and practices come spring time. Now that she has graduated, I find myself where my brother once was- playing baseball over spring break. My drought of spring break vacations continues. The thing I remember about my spring vacations was that it was the one week out of the year when I truly had time to enjoy my family. Although it’s been several years since I’ve gone, it seems to me that spring break has gone from a great time to enjoy the family to one big party. The week before I left for Myrtle Beach in 2000, I remember asking all of my friends where they were going for spring break. Destin, Arizona, Miami, not two people were going to the same destination. They weren’t jealous of where the other was going because, in a sense, they were all doing the same thing: enjoying the company of their brothers, sisters, moms and dads. I think my third grade classroom was the last place I saw kids looking to spend time with their families opposed to their friends. In today’s age, kids are apprehensive to go on vacation with their families. In fact, they would rather be hanging out with their friends on the beach. Is it because teenagers are “too cool” to be seen with the parents? It’s a question for which I have no answer. I can’t tell you how many people I know of who are looking to the same destinations for “SB09.” I’m not scorning those who are, but the times I enjoyed on my vacation were lying on the beach when I only had to worry about if I put on enough sunscreen. I advise getting away from all the high school drama, rumors, and pressures. No matter where you are going, if your mind is free from those factors, your break will be worthwhile. Every high school has popular destinations. But do you ever hear about a grade school with a popular party destination? Think about it. It’s probably because they aren’t fixated on being another person in the crowd. Ask your younger siblings and I’m willing to bet they are just happy to get away from long division and playground quarrels; the things they find most troubling in everyday life.

What is Spring Break’s Real Purpose?As we get older, kids are looking at Spring Break in a whole new way.

What’s your take?

by Kristen WestStaff Writer

Freshman Abbey Swhear Sophomore Julian Zunarelli

Mr. Keller’s Geico commercial impres-sion was the best the other day.

by Brad BourneStaff Writer

Sophomore Mackenzie Ringen Photos by Kristen WestJunior Chelsea Schmoll

Recently, R&B artist Chris Brown, 19, was charged with felony assault against girlfriend and singer Rihanna, 21. The assault took place hours before the Grammy Awards on February 8 when Rihanna allegedly discovered a lengthy message from another women on Brown’s cell phone. Here’s what RHS students think of the situation:

“I’ve lost some respect from him, but it’s not going to affect his music that much. Although, his image is definitely hurt.”

“I still listen to his music all the time. He will always be my number one no mat-ter what happens to Chris Brown. He will always be my idol.”

“I think people should stop making a big deal about it. I think if it was between two normal people, it wouldn’t be nearly as big of a deal as it is now.”

“There is absolutely no excuse for domestic violence and the public should show their disap-proval with boycotts of his music.”

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Great job boys’ bastketball and Mr. Wantz on a great, hard-

fought season!

March 19, 20096 Opinion

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by Rachael SquillaceStaff Writer

I Want Sleep

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Let it Out Rebels!

Spring Break 2009!!

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Way to go girls’ gymnastics. Good luck at State on Saturday!

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Michigan is finally goin’ dancin’!*

Way to go terrible Georgia mens’ basketball team. They make me cry.

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Is it bad that I tear up at the end of “My Girl?”

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Daylight Saving causes millions of Americans to lose one hour of sleep.

7 Days.*

Check out the boys’ volleyball team that’s ranked ninth in the state.

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Savings Time is trying to switch your clock radio in your car.

Who even knows where their car manual is in the first place?

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On March 8th, 2009, students at Roncalli lost one precious hour of

sleep. At exactly 2:00 am, a perfect time for losing an hour, Daylight Saving Time (DST) began. Since April of 2006, Indiana observes Daylight Saving Time because the Energy Policy Act of 2005 was unfortunately passed. Even though some might blame the Indiana government for forcing the aggravating switch on its citizens, people should really be blaming someone else for the idea. “Do you actually know who the first per-son to come up with the idea of Daylight Saving Time was?” Riley asks Ben Gates and Abigail Chase in the movie, “National Treasure.” Ben and Abigail quickly an-swer, “Ben Franklin.” Even though Riley, Ben, and Abigail knew that Ben Franklin “came up with the idea,” I had no clue until watching the movie. As mentioned in “National Treasure,” Ben Franklin invented the concept of DST while writing an article titled “An Economical Project for Diminishing the Cost of Light.” Thanks a lot Ben. Thanks for forcing Americans to lose an hour of

sleep and creating utter confusion for those who may not realize that Daylight Saving Time began. For the past for years, people wonder, “What is the point of Daylight Saving Time?” Well, DST happens to, coincidently, save daylight, which supposedly saves energy. According to the a study completed by the U.S. Department of Transportation in 1975, Daylight Saving Time actually saved a total of 10,000 barrels of oil in energy. The Department of Transportation also concluded that Daylight Saving prevents traffic accidents and crime since people spend more time in the daylight. Although the Department of Transportation claimed DST saved energy, Matthew Kotchen and Laura Grant from the University of Santa Barbara,who completed a study in 2006 on DST for Indiana, claimed DST does not save energy specifically in Indiana, but in fact, increases the use of electricity. USA Today interviewed Kotchen, who stated that the overall cost of increased electricity was 8.6 million dollars for the Indiana population. Kotchen also stated that the average household price of electricity increased by three dollars. Because of the declining economy, every penny counts and DST seems to be hurting the economy of Indiana. So, DST saves energy for some states, and increases energy for others. Even though I am glad that DST saves energy, which helps the environment, I would rather have my one hour loss of sleep back.

The last time I went on spring break I was in the third grade. My brother,

Matt, who is five years older than me, was always playing high school baseball during our break. After he graduated, my sister had track meets and practices come spring time. Now that she has graduated, I find myself where my brother once was- playing baseball over spring break. My drought of spring break vacations continues. The thing I remember about my spring vacations was that it was the one week out of the year when I truly had time to enjoy my family. Although it’s been several years since I’ve gone, it seems to me that spring break has gone from a great time to enjoy the family to one big party. The week before I left for Myrtle Beach in 2000, I remember asking all of my friends where they were going for spring break. Destin, Arizona, Miami, not two people were going to the same destination. They weren’t jealous of where the other was going because, in a sense, they were all doing the same thing: enjoying the company of their brothers, sisters, moms and dads. I think my third grade classroom was the last place I saw kids looking to spend time with their families opposed to their friends. In today’s age, kids are apprehensive to go on vacation with their families. In fact, they would rather be hanging out with their friends on the beach. Is it because teenagers are “too cool” to be seen with the parents? It’s a question for which I have no answer. I can’t tell you how many people I know of who are looking to the same destinations for “SB09.” I’m not scorning those who are, but the times I enjoyed on my vacation were lying on the beach when I only had to worry about if I put on enough sunscreen. I advise getting away from all the high school drama, rumors, and pressures. No matter where you are going, if your mind is free from those factors, your break will be worthwhile. Every high school has popular destinations. But do you ever hear about a grade school with a popular party destination? Think about it. It’s probably because they aren’t fixated on being another person in the crowd. Ask your younger siblings and I’m willing to bet they are just happy to get away from long division and playground quarrels; the things they find most troubling in everyday life.

What is Spring Break’s Real Purpose?As we get older, kids are looking at Spring Break in a whole new way.

What’s your take?

by Kristen WestStaff Writer

Freshman Abbey Swhear Sophomore Julian Zunarelli

Mr. Keller’s Geico commercial impres-sion was the best the other day.

by Brad BourneStaff Writer

Sophomore Mackenzie Ringen Photos by Kristen WestJunior Chelsea Schmoll

Recently, R&B artist Chris Brown, 19, was charged with felony assault against girlfriend and singer Rihanna, 21. The assault took place hours before the Grammy Awards on February 8 when Rihanna allegedly discovered a lengthy message from another women on Brown’s cell phone. Here’s what RHS students think of the situation:

“I’ve lost some respect from him, but it’s not going to affect his music that much. Although, his image is definitely hurt.”

“I still listen to his music all the time. He will always be my number one no mat-ter what happens to Chris Brown. He will always be my idol.”

“I think people should stop making a big deal about it. I think if it was between two normal people, it wouldn’t be nearly as big of a deal as it is now.”

“There is absolutely no excuse for domestic violence and the public should show their disap-proval with boycotts of his music.”

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Great job boys’ bastketball and Mr. Wantz on a great, hard-

fought season!

Just keep swimming: Junior Scott McGuire The boys placed 7th in boy’s sectional finals out of 12 teams. The Rebels had two season and lifetime bests. Eric Barkman placed 2nd in the 50 freestyle and the 400 freestyle relay of Jack Niezer, Kevin Liegibel, Adam Trickle, and Eric Barkman placed 4th.

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Good form: The boys basketball team won their third sectional title in five years by beat-ing Brebeuf, 33-30.The boys were defeated by Greensburg 43-40 in the regional tour-nament last Saturday.

Cleaning the glass: Freshman Kaitlin Brewer goes up for a rebound against Columbus North. The Lady Rebels won the sectional championship by beating the Space Pioneers of Northwest, 60-56. The girl’s basketball team gave a valient effort in regionals, before falling to Rushville, 48-44.

Watch Out Clark Kent:(from left) Seniors Erin Gahimer, Morgan Har-rington, Amy Broughton, Natalie Herbert pose as Super Rebels at the boy’s sectional meet. The super lady Rebel swam to fourth place, with 2 season bests and 2 lifetime bests, in the girls’s sectional finals. Alexa Eburg placed third in the 200 IM and placed second in the 100 breast-stroke. The 200 Free Relay Alexa Eberg, Meredith Whelchel, Erin Gahimer and Autumn Murphy achieved third place. Congratulations Super Rebels.

Wringing his Bell:Senior Tony Bell fights his way through a tough match. He managed to pin his ground opponent. Tony was one of three Rebels to qualify for the individual state tournament. The team also qualified for its first team state appearance in history.

State Bound:The Lady Rebels give a thumbs-up at regionals.Your lady Rebels gymnastics team won the first Marion County Championship in school history. They also won the first gymnastic sectional title in Roncalli’s history. The girls defeated Lawrence Central, who were the defending champions for the past six years.

photo by Brianna Radici

photo by Julie Gahimer photo by Maddie Herbert photo by Julie Albertson

ESPN’s Sportscenter recently came out with their rendition of the presidential monument in Rapid

City, South Dakota by creating the “Mount Rushmore of Sports.” We decided here at The Rebel Review, if Sportscenter can make one, why can’t we? We present to you RONCALLI’S MOUNT RUSHMORE, four Rebels chosen from four categories as a tribute to the founding fathers, athletic standouts, great leaders, and all around “good guys” of Roncalli past and present. After numerous conversations, interviews, and research, our staff has selected the four “chosen ones” to represent the Rebels. Take that Sportscenter.

Roncalli’s Mount Rushmore

You like numbers? How about 900? As in the over 900 wins that Coach Nalley-Schembra acquired during her 37 year career. Not enough for you? How about 5 Marion County Champi-onships, 10 Indianapolis City Champi-onships, 24 Sectional Championships, 11 Regional Championships, 4 Semi-State Championships, and 3 IHSAA State Championships. She was voted the Ball State Alumnus of the year three times and received the National Girls and Women in Sports Day Courage Award for her battle with breast can-cer along with numerous other coach-ing awards. If you don’t like sports, then how about the 2006 Indiana State Health Teacher of the Year Award and the Midwest Health Teacher of the Year. Any Problems? I didn’t think so.

Kathy Nalley-Schembra Dick Nalley Bob Tully Chuck Weisenbach When asked about Roncalli Principal Chuck Weisenbach, RHS President Joe Hollowell said, “Mr. Weisenbach is the best high school principal in the state of Indiana.” Since 1995, when Weisenbach became Roncalli’s Principal, he has led in the creation of a school and community that emulates the values and, no pun intended, principles of a great Catholic high school. It is rare to find a high school principal with as much energy and enthusiasm as him and, as his business law students will tell you, it’s hard to fall asleep in a Weisenbach classroom. In a position that receives high scrutiny from many, under Weisenbach’s leadership, Roncalli has been awarded the Blue Ribbon School of Excellence three times and is considered one of the premier Catholic Schools in the nation.

Illustration by Jay Wetzel

When examining Bob Tully’s history at Roncalli the question is not what he has done, but what has he not done? Roncalli’s current campus minister has been a teacher, coached football and track, led retreats, and started countless numbers of service projects. Tully has been here since Roncalli’s first days, after the two schools, Chartrand and Sacred Heart, combined. He actually slept in the school while it was under construction. Roncalli’s utility player ,when Bob Tully talks, people listen. Just one example was earlier this year when Tully started an impromptu coat drive for the homeless of downtown Indianapolis. After Bob Tully asked for donations, students responded by donating hundreds of winter coats. While Tully may not have the stats or numbers to support his “rushmoredom,” his fervent spirit and compassion for others embodies the

spirit Roncalli has held for the past 50 years.

Qualifying for the Olympics is a long and grueling process. So when a Roncalli High School alum can emerge from it as a member of the USA Olympic team, it’s something to brag about. Dick Nalley, who has been called by many alumni as “one of the greatest athletes they have ever known,” competed in the 1980 Winter Olympic Games in Lake Placid, New York on the 5th finishing two-man bobsleigh team and the 13th finishing four man team. At Roncalli, “Dickey” excelled in football and track and was a member of the Rebel’s “mythical state championship team.” Bob Tully, Nalley’s football and track coach, said of Nalley, “With Dick Nalley anything was possible.” Nalley passed away in August of 2002 after a struggle with metastatic melanoma.

by Joe FanelliStaff Writer