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City High School1900 morningside drive, iowa city, iowa 52240 issue five/volume sixty-nine - 4.22.11 www.thelittlehawk.com
Religious Perspective by Jason Arnold, Mikiel Curtis, and Alexandra Perez
photo by CASSIEWASSINK
ABOVE: Protesters fight the proposed teacher cuts that would end 22 full-time teaching positions in the district. Over 50 protesters gathered outside the Central Administrative Office in downtown Iowa City.
Budget Battle by Cassie Wassink City High is constantly undergoing changes, some of which are harder to accept than others. One recent development hit City High particularly hard. Last Thursday, the decision was made to cut twenty-two full-time equivalency positions in the Iowa City Community School District. One full-time equivalency position is any combination of staff positions whose salaries add up to one full time teacher. These cuts are being drawn from the general fund, which does not include special education funding. Of these 22 positions, ten will be drawn from elementary schools. Of the remaining 12, four will be taken from City High, four from West High, and four total from the three junior high schools in the ICCSD. These cuts have been met with widespread dissatisfaction from the public, and last week there were protests around the district’s Central Administrative Office downtown. A crowd of over 50 people gathered--teachers, parents and students alike. Among those protesting was Deborah Thornton, a public policy research analyst at the Public Research Institute of Mount Pleasant, and City High parent. “We need to cut administrators, not teachers,” Thornton said. “And we
need to properly deal with new districting.” Tom Yates, president of the Iowa City Education Association and City High teacher, also spoke at the protest. “I’m hopeful that the board and CAO pay attention to the amount of interest and put staffing where it needs to be,” Yates said. “It doesn’t need to be a huge crowd. Just a crowd that says, ‘Look, this is where public funding ought to be.’” Yates feels strongly that protesting is not only right, but a necessary action to take. “Being active is better than being passive and just letting things happen without saying anything about it.” he said. Danelle Knoche, City High teacher, feels that the new cuts are deleterious not only to teachers, but to everyone involved. “It’s important that they [lawmakers] understand that there’s other things going on. They’re not just hurting the teachers. They’re affecting the children, too, which will affect your education, which will affect your whole life and your whole well-being.” Knoche said. John Bacon, principal of City High, though prepared for the upcoming changes, has not stopped fighting. “I remain optimistic that the cut will not need to be that severe,” Bacon said. “And I will continue to advocate for the needs of our building to make sure that we are effectively staffed.”
photos by CASSIEWASSINK
CHANT: Protesters yell save our schools, led by Tom Yates.
The most immediate difference between City High and the Iowa Mennonite School (IMS) in Kalona is not that one teaches about God and has a chapel--it’s the size of the hallways. City High, with nearly 1,500 students, has wide halls filled with bustle and activity. The IMS, with only 126 students, has only one hallway, a single row of lockers, and a close sense of intra-student familarity. At 7:40 a.m, and while students in Iowa City are probably slumming begrudgingly to school, still half asleep, students at IMS are preparing a fine dining experience for local citizens as part of the culinary arts class. This is one of the many diverse programs offered at IMS. “I really enjoy the culinary arts class,” Grethen Geyer ‘11 said. “It gives us a chance to cook for our friends and family.” Throughout the week, students study and prepare a menu. On Wednesday mornings, they serve the meal as part of a “Restaurant Experience.” IMS has eight periods per day, except for Wednesdays and Thursdays when they have a block schedule. The majority of students say they don’t like block schedules because the classes are twice as long. The school also has chapel, where students bow their heads in prayer to commemorate their day and gather to discuss past and upcoming events. “Chapel is really used to form unity throughout the school,” Kyle Yoder ‘12 said. “It is basically like pep assemblies at other schools, only through prayer.” IMS is a private school, which allows its teachers to teach religion freely. The Mennonite religion is a sect of the Christian faith. Some main discrepancies between the Mennonite and other Christian denominations are the belief in non-infant baptism, refusal of military service, and the taking of oaths. “People are always getting us confused with the Amish,” Yoder said. He explained that this is an assumption based upon cultural ignorance rather than religious knowledge; the Mennonites and the Amish are two different groups. The Mennonites wear the same clothes as your average Little Hawk, and they do similar things for fun. “We like to go to Iowa City to have fun on the weekends or just hang out at each other’s houses,” Geyer said. “The one thing we can’t do is dance. It’s against our religion, like in the musical ‘Footloose’.” The halls of the modest high school are filled with enthusiasm. A strive for family atmosphere is one of the many things that draws students and teachers to IMS. “A lot of people who graduate from IMS end up teaching here,” Marcus Miller, history teacher and soccer coach, said.
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Ampersand RELIGION- continued from page 1 “It’s not just a school, it’s a family” Rachel Miller, IMS alum-turnedteacher, said. “The students here call the teachers by their first names,” Yoder said. “It kind of freaks people out at first. Everything is just really relaxed and informal. But we still take our classes seriously.” As a smaller school, IMS does not have as large of a budget as other schools do, even though students pay to attend. With this limited budget, the technology in the school is lessthan-curent. Old computers sat in the classrooms and yearbook lab. Despite this lack of funding, theatre and the arts thrive at IMS. Theatre productions every spring give students a chance to show off their talents. The two school choirs, freshman-sophomore and junior-senior, are both small. They also have a band, which practices in the same room as the choirs. IMS recently added on a new auditorium and art gallery area. Art is hung everywhere around the school, showcasing students’ creative abilities. “I think the choir and theatre programs get a lot of attention at our school-- except during basketball season of course,” Miller said. The IMS basketball program gets recognition in Iowa sports for its talent and success. IMS was very warm and welcoming. The students all showed they were comfortable with each other and showed respect to the fullest extent. All 126 students were ecstatic to welcome Little Hawks into their school with open arms. And though the hallways in the school may have been small, the Mennonites’ hearts were big.
LEFT: Alanna Walterhouse ‘12 is charmed by the new guy in the office.
The pit orchestra warms up backstage.
How to Succeed in Business (Without Really Trying)
A Photo Essay by Annelise Jacobson
LEFT: The World Wide Wicket Company Pirates perform their dance for the new television special. BOTTOM LEFT: Seniors Chuck Foster and Phil Buatti discuss knitting as a stress-relieving hobby in business. BOTTOM MIDDLE: Francesca LubeckiWilde ‘13 sings about love and her future as a wife in “Happy to Keep His Dinner Warm.” BOTTOM RIGHT: Phil Buatti ‘11 answers the phone for the first time in his new office, sharing the news of his promotion.
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April 22, 2011
Rule of Ten No Longer a Rule
by Gabriel Brasile Ten is all it takes. Ten absences used to mean an automatic grade drop - City High’s rule of ten. But now, the rule of ten is being revised to include global participation points rather than a full grade drop. “We at City High want to make sure that we’re in line with the state department’s best policies,” Principal John Bacon said. “We feel that we are better off creating participation points in classrooms than having a full grade drop.” Bacon intends to change the rule of ten to incorporate these participation points. Instead of being “graded” on their attendance, teachers will now have mandatory participation points in class. This, although helpful, will result in the same overall effect, Bacon explains. According to Bacon, this new policy will have similar effect to the previous rule of ten. “If a student is missing that many days of class, their grade is probably pretty low any ways,” Bacon said. “Even if you miss a lot of classes, the end result will be the same.” The new rule of ten is set to take full effect starting next year once all teachers have determined the best way to use participation points. Although classrooms without participation points will be encouraged to incorporate them, they will not be forced to do so until next year. The revision of the rule won’t have much effect for some teachers who have already used participation points. Engilsh teacher Alaina BorgerGermman is one of these teachers.
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Breaking Bridges Physics students put their wooden bridges to the test by applying and weighing sand on Friday, April 15.
Original rule of ten: * If a student recieves 10 absences of any kind, he or she will receive a full letter grade drop in the missed class. Another grade drop is recieved at 14 absences. * These absences can be excused by the principal due to a prolonged sickness or family matters. New rule of ten: * All teachers will be required to use participation points in their class. *If a student is absent, he or she will recieve a 0 for that day’s participation grade. photo by ANNELISEJACOBSON
“I use participation points to account for what students do in class instead of having their grades based only on what they do outside of class.” BorgerGermman explained. “The rule of ten change will not change my classroom... I already use participation points.” Although the revision won’t have a huge impact on grades, Bacon emphasises that attendance still matters. “Your grades do matter now and I think that’s something highschoolers need to understand,” Bacon said. “Your grades now will impact your availability to get into college and make a future and attendance has the same impact.”
Chuck Foster ‘11 fixes the bucket uses to hold weight on top of his bridge
photo by MAXFRIEDMAN
The Wooden support crashes through tbe bridges as it reaches its maximum weight capacity.
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BPA Members Win Scholarship by Renata Stewart
BPA is a club which often falls under the radar of City High students. When a $1,500 scholarship is awarded, however, attention is paid. Two City High juniors, Erin Muir and Bobby Razaavi, won this post-secondary school scholarship from ACT. The money can be used toward toward their post-secondary education, whether it be business-related or not. “I plan on putting the money towards college books, probably at either Iowa or Kansas,” said Muir. BPA, or Business Professionals of America, competes in various competition, and participates in assorted charitable events. They volunteer at the Ronald McDonald House once a month. “The good thing about business is that you can take your passion and make money with it,” said Mr. Leman, sponsor of the club. The advantages of business and BPA do not go unnoticed by the students involved. “I feel grateful that Mr. Lehman and the staff at City High have provided me with the skills to succeed outside of high school and in the real world,” said Razaavi. The scholarship was awarded to the winners of a Junior Achievement Titan Challenge, a business simulation game which took place at the University of Iowa. “It was a simulation of real world business, where we created a product in a changing market,” said Razaavi. “We had to control all types of different variables,” said Muir. 64 students participated from City High, West High, Regina and HLV Community High School. “In the first round, our team was very down,” said Leman, “then in the second round, they made an amazing comeback.” An unexpected comeback worth $1500.
New Recycling Center to Open on East Side by Ellen Carman Iowa City’s new recycling center is a two-in-one facility. An energy efficient recycling and education center. “Lots of communities have environmental education centers or recycling centers,” Jennifer Jordan, recycling coordinator said. “but few have both in one location.” The new facility will be a basic recycling drop-off center, but it will also have features that include wood chip and compost pick-up, oil recycling and electronic waste drop off. “East Side will help people see many ways to divert waste, be more energy efficient and deal with stormwater run-off more responsibly,” Jordan said. “The scale is not huge so the same principles can be applied to residents’ homes and businesses in Johnson County.” The center’s education facility will be used as an everyday host to tours, city presentations or programming and meetings held by other organizations. “I really hope it becomes a central physical location for environmental education in the community.” Jordan said. “There are so many great groups in town doing wonderful programs and
education; hopefully this facility will help their efforts by providing a space to get more people involved.” The center is currently under construction with plans to open later this summer. The project is funded completely by landfill operations, but Jordan says that some people still have concerns. “People are excited about what’s going on, though some are concerned about spending money on environmental initiatives,” Jordan said. “It’s not tax revenue from the general fund, it’s funded by the landfill operations, but some still see it as controversial.” The city would like to obtain a LEED, Leadership in Engineering and Environmental Design, platinum certification and have this building be a model for others in the area. “The City is really trying to incorporate efficient building techniques into new buildings and retrofits,” Jordan said. “East Side will show some of the things that can be done in public buildings as well as in residences and commercial buildings.” The recycling center will offer drop-off bins for recycling and oil recycling drop-off. The organizations Re-Store and Salvage Barn will also offer other ways to divert items from the landfill.
New RECYLING CENTER Features: * Environmental Education Center * Recycling Drop-off site * Wood chip/compost pick-up * Oil Recycling Drop-off * Electronic Waste Recycling * Hazardous waste collection events * Restore (Habitat for Humanity) * Salvage Barn (Friends of Historic Preservation)
photo by SAMBUATTI
RING RING: Receptionist Anne Croker answers the phone with a new
Plantronics CS55 Wireless Office Headset System.
Receptionists Don New Headsets By Sam Buatti City High’s receptionists can finally use both hands! The receptionists began using the Plantronics CS55 Wireless Office Headset System. Before the headsets, the receptionists used land line telephones. This became a problem for them because in order to talk on the phone, one of their hands had to hold onto the phone, restricting use to only one hand. The receptionists have to log onto Powerschool, get mail, take down notes, and other various tasks on the computer, and if they have to hold onto the phone, then not only are they confined
to their desk, but they can only use one hand to accomplish what needs to be done. Although the headsets have made things easier, what is the opinion on how they look? “Not so much Madonna; more like the drive-through lady at Wendy’s,” Ann Hanrahan said. Hanrahan also says she feels like a receptionist at Geico; credit for that thought is given to City High’s Principal, Mr. Bacon, for making comments like, “Hello, welcome to Geico,” or even “I’ll take the number three with a coke and large fries.” The new headsets also allow them to answer the phone from different places in the office other than from their desk.
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Hwang, Han, Bonar-Rivera, and Hockney win Chait Gallery Art Awards award, and Hyunbi Han for the Best Sculpture award. “This is our fourth year enterAcross from The Englert in downtown Iowa City, the Chait ing art into the show, and we had some great artists,” Art Instructor Art Gallery hosted Jill Harper said. its annual HighTo enter art into school Art Show, the contest, students attracting students submit digital from schools across “Being creative must images of their art, Iowa. 14 students from City High and learning to an artist’s statement and an application to entered art in the think creatively the Gallery. The Chait 2011 Chait Galin Downtown lery high school art is the key skill gallery Iowa City provides an show, and several for highstudents received that everyone opportunity school kids to showawards. Among othwill need going case their art, and ers, Sewon Hwang to experience ‘11 won the Miinto future begin with art as a career. chelangelo Best in this opportuShow award for her careers.” While nity is great, Mrs. drawing, receiving $350. Other win-Jill Harper Harper feels that City ners include Kaya Art Teacher High’s Art program falls short, as she is Bonar-Rivera for the only full-time Art the Kandinsky Best Imaginative Works award, Erika teacher at City Highschool. “We have an incredibly strong Birnbaum for the Ansel Adams Best Photography award, David program, but we need more Hockney for the Best Drawing staff,” Harper said. “We have a
now,briefly
The 2011 Physics Olympics by Emma Gier
by Max Friedman
Student Writes and Publishes Novel by Emma Gier At the age of fourteen, Mason Greer ‘12 began writing his book “Hybrid Hoodlum.” “It took me a little under three years to write it,” Greer said. “I decided to try it because I had thought up the idea for about a year.” Mason went through a long writing process, working every day after school. Before the book was published, he had written five drafts. “I go to the Writer’s Workshop to help me get some feed back on my writing,” Greer said. “It gives me a chance to talk to real writers.” The Iowa Writer’s Workshop is a two-year residency program, which focuses on a creative thesis. The Master’s program visits schools to help students improve their writing.
Lulu offers free self-publication online. They have several options to choose from including different bindings, page sizes, papers, and colors. “I uploaded my file to the website. It let me create my cover,” Greer said. “Lulu also allows me to sell my story to the public.” “Hybrid Hoodlum” tells the story of young Julius Carter, who is from Glenn Park, Michigan. Carter dreams of leaving his hometown, and saving his mother from her abusive boyfriend. When Julius gets involved in a drug trade scandal promising 10,000 dollars, he is caught in the wrong place at the wrong time. He then gets himself in trouble with a local gang leader, who is feared throughout the city. “I chose to publish it [the book] because although it’s not perfect, I thought it would be good for people to see.”
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photo by CHAITGALLERIES
Senior Sewon Hwang stands in front of her drawing, the winner of the Michelangelo Best in Show award at the Chait Gallery Highschool Art Show.
lot of talent at our school, and Mr. Fletcher and I are not enough.” While the art program may not be reaching it’s full potential with the limitation of staff, the students involved in the program excelled at the Chait Gallery Highschool Art show this year. Mrs. Harper reflects on the importance of Art in the life of a stu-
dent, as art can become a career for students, as opposed to just a hobby or a recreational activity. “Art is an extremely important way to combine what you’ve learned,” Harper said. “Being creative and learning to think creative is the key skill that everyone will need going into future careers.”
Model U.N. Traveled to Conference at UNI by Emma Baxter On April 14, most students dragged their feet through the halls of the school, going through their everyday schedules. This was not the case for the 20 students in Model United Nations. They left the monotonous routine of City High life and embarked on a bus ride to the University of Northern Iowa for the 47th annual Model United Nations Conference. City high delegates from the countries of China, Turkey, and Myanmar debated over international policy issues with delegates from other schools in Iowa. “I like learning about another country,” Ryan O’Malley 13’ said. “debating world issues in a exampled environment makes it seem real.” Delegates of the Model United Nations were required to write position papers. Position papers are detailed essays about the delegate’s country. They include background on the topic, past United Nation actions, and the countrie’s position with possible solutions. Position papers are important because they help form the viewpoint of the country the delegate represents. “They take effort and time to write,” O’Malley said. “if its your first time writ-
ing one, it can be confusing, but it gives you knowledge about the topic so you can look cool when you pass amendments.” Model United Nations follows the same procedure as the New York City conference, but on a smaller scale. Delegates had an opportunity to express their countrie’s position on current events and topics of international relations. The ultimate goal is to come up with a resolution that will be presented to the General Assembly. “It’s important to be prepared,” O’Malley said. “I wrote amendments beforehand so I could add to the resolution.” This year, the conference introduced the idea of voting blocks. The committees of Social Humanitarian and Cultural, Disarmament, Political and Security, and Economic and Social experience the change in organization. The new blocing process was established in order to help the delegates form more realistic alliances with countries in the same region. The four categories of blocks were Western nations, Africa and island nations, Middle East and Asian nations, and Latin American nations. There was also an option for delegates to become block leaders able to provide help to their blocks. “I love MUN,” Liliana Coelho ‘13 said. ”It’s so much fun, you get to dance and eat in the awesome food court!” At the end of the conference, there’s a special dance. This gives the students a opportunity to meet and talk with other students from schools around Iowa. “You get to dance with boys that tuck their shirts into their pants!” Jindale Suh ‘12 said.
About 200 students from around the state participated in the 2011 Physics Olympics. City High students previously divided off into groups of two, and built projects to compete with. The projects City High students created were a mousetrap car, a bike driven water heater, a self propelled catapult, and others. There was also a problem which challenged students to find the weight of random objects without a scale. Students received awards depending on how they did. Boris Perkhounokv ’13 and Ruth Anne Riedl ’11 received a third place ribbon. The team who completed the challenge problem also received a third place ribbon. “I participated because it looked like fun. I definitely think it was worth it.” Perkhounokv said.
Student Senate Reaches Success by Emma Baxter Student Senate has been working throughout the year and they have accomplished many things. You no longer need your school I.D to get into sports games. Ipods are now allowed in the library. The hunger drive raised over 700 pounds of food, and was donated to people in need. Next year, however, Student Senate is changing. There will be a general assembly of elected representatives from all of the homerooms. The election day is set to be held at the end of May. Student Senate is working hard to make positive changes for the school. Meetings are Wednesdays at 7:30.
Dessert Concert
by Ellen Carman The annual Dessert Concert at the IMU featured many of the City High Symphony Orchestra’s classic pieces, the Orange Blossom special, Star Wars, Czardas, and Star and Stripes Forever. Also featuring an array of gourmet cakes, the event was a hit. “The music gets easier the older you are, so that’s comforting,” Sophie Neems ‘12 said. “And there’s chocolate cake, so that’s good.” The symphony and concert orchestras also played some of their most challenging music. “This concert feels the most professional,” Sage Behr ‘12 said. “and Mrs. Wiebner really worked hard on this one.”
A&E
Best of Mission Creek
Every year, Iowa’s Mission Creek Festival brings artistic talent to local venues. This year, highlights included Guided by Voices and Sam Adams among others.
Punk Brunch
@ The White Lightning Wherehouse
Guided by Voices
by Gabriel Brasile
A man writhes on the floor screaming, surrounded by a circle of viewers who cheer and scream along. This is the front man for the punk rock band Solid Attitude (pictured below) who performed on April 3 at the White Lightning Wherehouse. Punk Brunch featured a potluck, consisting of chips, banana bread and brownies, a record swap, two live performers, craft tables and punk bands T’Bone and Solid Attitude. Everything from homemade comics to knitted clothing to studded bracelets were sold at the personal craft tables. Solid Attitude produced their own 6-track album, Prision Water during January earlier this year and plan to perform again in the future. “Today we played a set of cover songs,” the Solid Attitude front man said. “But we usually do sets of original songs.”
Sam Adams @ the Blue Moose
by Will Benson
After an hour of bass-bumping dance music prior to the start, the crowd was getting restless; jockeying for the best position, and as the radio music died down, a trailer video appeared on screen showing the entrance. As the opening riff of “Coming Up” filled the room, the wait was over: Sam Adams had arrived. “I was on cloud nine, and love was definitely in the air!” Mitch Hasler ‘13 said. After a winter without many big names coming to Iowa City, locals were given a treat when Boston’s up and coming rapper headlined at Blue Moose Tap House downtown on April 1. Adams performed hits such as his remixes to the popular Asher Roth song “I Hate College,” and “Coming Home” by Diddy. Selections from his album “Boston’s Boy” were also highlights.
@ The Blue Moose
by Gabriel Brasile
The crowd cheers, the lights dim, and five silhouetted figures walk on stage and take up their instruments. Soon after, an LED sign reading “The club is open” revealed the figures to be Guided by Voices. What followed were blasting one to two minute songs, long aged but not forgotten. Many of these titles, including the hit “Hot Freaks,” came from GBV’s seventh and critically acclaimed album “Bee Thousand,” released in 1994. Once the group started playing, they rarely paused, passing from one song to the next in a matter of seconds. They only stopped to rehydrate or share a comedic runin with acclaimed bassist Mike Watt. “Carry the torch, that’s what [Mike Watt] told me to do,” front man Robert Pollard said over a screaming crowd. “He told me to ‘carry the torch, Bobby.’ He called me Bobby, too. Called me [freaking] Bobby!” Pollard later explained that Watt meant to carry on the soul and passion of rock and roll. GBV, oringinating from Dayton, Ohio, performed at the Blue Moose Tap House on April 2. They played as part of their reunion tour, which started in October of 2010 and featured the original ‘93-’96 lineup, including Pollard, the only constant member of the band. This cast of band members would be what would rocket the band into stardom. During this time, the band produced three albums, Vampire on Titus (‘93), Bee Thousand (‘94), Allen Lanes (‘95), and Under the Bushes Under the Stars (‘96). After this time, members switched and many went on to produce solo albums. Pollard, however, remained in the band until the official break up of the band in 2004, when Pollard moved on to his own solo project, which occasionally features guest artists, including instrumentalist Todd Tobias and drummer and comedian John Wurster, a member of “The Dead Milkmen.”
April 22, 2011 --Movie Review-“ S c r e a m Fo u r ” by Mikiel Curtis
Is “Scream 4” a worthy return for psychopath Ghost Face and director Wes Craven or is it just a movie that will have you screaming for your money back? The fourth installment to the hit horror movie series marks the beginning of a new trilogy. Now if you are a fan of the original trilogy and do not know where the fourth installment fits in, here is the synopsis: On the 10th anniversary of the the original murders, Sydney Prescott returns home as the last stop on her book tour for her self help book. There she reconnects with Dewey Gale, and her estranged cousin, Jill. Unfortunately Sydney’s return also brings the return of Ghost Face and the killing spree begins. Scream 4 is of course filled with gory killings and plenty of creepy “What’s your favorite scary movie” phone calls. But what the movie lacks is STORY. The beginning is completely pointless and poorly written. The characters were transparent and almost impossible to relate too. It was far too long and dragged out. This movie was in no way scary! It was a comedy. Its melodramatic death scenes will have you laughing in hysterics rather than cringing in fear. There is only one thing that makes this movie stand out from all the other terrible horror movies out there, and that is the surprise ending. The reveal of the killer just may leave you breathless. Just when you think you know who the killer is, you find out you were wrong. If we were rating Scream 4 by its terror, it would be 1 out of 5. If we were rating it on comedy, it would be 4 out of 5. When looking for a laugh in the coming weeks, stop by the movie theatre and go see Scream 4. If looking for a scare then don’t even bother.
The Little Hawk Horoscope
Left: Multiple craft tables were displayed at the Punk Brunch.
“your destiny...revealed”
Right: The band Solid Attitude performs at The White Lightning Wherehouse’s Punk Brunch. photos by GABRIELBRASILE
Wilco frontman comes to IC by Max Friedman A microphone, an amplifier, a circle of six different acoustic guitars, and one man. The circle was formed around singer/songwriter Jeff Tweedy. The founder and lead singer/guitarist of the super-band Wilco. Tweedy has plenty of experience on stage. This was not the first time that Tweedy has been to Iowa--he’s traveled with Wilco to the IMU and other venues multiple times over the past years. Tweedy took the stage around 9:00 p.m. March 30th at the Englert, to perform for a
ck hly o R ont M with Jesus and the Buddha
Hey Jesus, have you decided on a college?
sold out audience. He walked onto stage, stepped into his ring of guitars, and began to play “In a Future Age,” a song from Wilco’s album “Summerteeth.” After playing a few songs Tweedy addressed the dark audience. “It’s nice to... kind of, not really, see you.” As the show continued Tweedy changed guitars and played favorites like “Wilco (The Song)” and “I am Trying to Break your Heart,” and more obscure songs like “Not for the Season” and a cover of The Handsome Family’s “So Much Wine.” In between songs, Tweedy’s dry humor proved to be a Uh, I got waitlisted at Luther. I thought they might have given a little more weight to the whole “son of God thing.”
mark of true showmanship, and provided a good segue between his heartfelt and soothing acoustic set. He closed the set with a powerful rendition of “I’m the Man Who Loves You” and walked off of the stage. However, his notoriety for encores held true, as he returned for two encores. Closing the show with the old Uncle Tupelo song “Acuff Rose,” Tweedy truly outdid himself, and closed the evening strong. As he left the stage at around 10:30, he left his audience at a close balance of satisfaction, and desire for more, a balance that only a master performer can achieve. Aww, don’t be hard on yourself. It was a competitive year.
Aquarius (Jan 20-Feb 18)
Leo
(July 23-Aug 22)
Cut your toenails. You’ll Your love interest has made their intentions feel lighter. obvious--kiss the next Pisces thing that smiles at you. (Feb 19-March 20)
The world is your oyster Virgo and you’ve developed a (Aug 23-Sept 22) shellfish allergy. Stay at What do you call kids that aren’t yours? Nacho kids! home this week.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Libra (Sept 23-Oct 22)
Only seniors can have Watch a YouTube sitcom. It’ll make you happier. senioritis. Either do your homework or Scorpio make up a new excuse.
Taurus (April 20-May 18)
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Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Getting really good at WoW will help attract potential prom dates.
Cancer
(June 21-July 22)
It’s Earth Day! Reconnect with nature and stop showering!
(Oct 23-Nov 21)
Short shorts, baby.
Sagittarius (Nov 22-Dec 21)
Soft g’s make for lonely knees. Stay mindful.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Contrary to popular belief, it takes a qualified person to run for president (*cough, cough, Donald Trump*). So maybe think about postponing your career in politics.
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Senior
A LUNCH-TIME JOG
OPINION
Up for a prank that will get you exercise and let you connect to your natural state? Go streaking through the lunch room. Not a boring streak though. Get up on a table, order some lunch. Have a chat with Chip.
by Jin Suh It’s the end of the year, and senioritis is rampant. Impatient to be done with high school, seniors usually relieve built-up anxiety by pulling off a legendary senior prank. City High’s seniors, however, are mainly focused on standardized tests, getting into a good college, and planning out their futures, much to the horror of some. Senior pranks just aren’t a big priority here. “They’re kinda cool, it’d be sweet if we did one, but I don’t know if we will, we’re not smart enough to think of something unique. We’re good pious students.” Eleanor Cotton ‘11 said. Thomas Fagan ’11 agreed. “We don’t really do them. I had an idea last year, but I’m not going to do it. I don’t want to talk about it.”
GIANT SARDINES
Start a huge game of sardines, teachers are welcome to play too. Find a sweet predetermined hiding spot where 1600 people can fit. The last person to find everybody gets a wedgie.
SLIPPERY FUN
Cover the floors of city with Vaseline. People will have a blast slipping as they try to get to class! ...And maybe some broken limbs. But at least it’ll be funny while it lasts.
SOME FUN
Yes, type in “good senior pranks” into google and almost all websites churn out the old photocopied butt cheeks all over the walls of the school. Which in itself is not a bad prank, but kids at City High are over-achievers, therefore, their pranks should be too. So, to spice up a worn out prank, draw some pretty designs on the desired body part to be photocopied. Make it something someone would want to look at. It’s a type of art.
Nap Spots
By Kieran Green
Whether commuting to school, walking to Pancheros, or simply exploring downtown, a inevitable experience in Iowa City is that of stumbling across a sleeping adoloscent. Indeed, living as we do in a university town, sleeping kids are something of a fixture of daily spring life. In many ways, the life of an academic is incomplete without knowing the pleasure of
being a comatose nuisance to so- came quickly apparent that napciety. Sleeping in ping in public, public is arguably as an activity, “It’s just much more something of a rite was only rarely of passage. The inconvenient for people to partaken of by alienable privilege body sleep downtown...” student of any exhausted members, depupil, in a perfect spite its numer-Abram Nothnagle ‘13 world, would be ous acknowlexercised regularly edged benefits. and thoroughly. After all, the When the staff importance of of the Little Hawk dug deeper sleep is more or less universally into the matter, however, it be- recognized by all important medi-
SLEEPSTATISTICS U of I Library Privacy: 8/10 Comfort: 7.5/10 Accessibility: 6/10 Weatherproofed: Yes
SLEEPSTATISTICS Parks Privacy: 4/10 Comfort: 6/10 Accessibility: 9.5/10 Weatherproofed: No
Perhaps the most commonplace napping spot is that of the humble park. Because of the accessibility, as well as wide open spaces, parks are generally looked to as an obvious choice when searching for a place around Iowa City to crash. However, though parks are easy to get to, they are often noisy and crowded on days that would be deemed best for sleeping (i.e. warm, sunny days). In addition to this, ground rarely makes a good bed.
“Senior pranks are cool in theory, but they don’t usually work out.” Razzi Abuisa ‘11 concurred. This is saddening for many expectant underclassmen and juniors who look up to the seniors, as well as for the teachers. The teachers, who would like to feel proud of the seniors they have academically reared, if you will, for four years. As it is, on the rare occasions that the seniors do plan a prank, most don’t even hear about it. Worst of all, City High is once again left with nothing to remember that particular class of seniors by. “Wait, who are the seniors again?” Ava Vargason ‘13 said. So we at The Little Hawk thought it would be beneficial to drop a few hints for pranks that will blow the minds of City High students and teachers alike.
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cal journals. The benefits of going outside the home with regularity have been shown by several to improve focus, as well as relieving stress. Combining the two factors by sleeping in public just seems like the logical next step. There are numerous other advantages students often receive by dozing in public. “A lot of the time it’s just much more convenient for people to sleep downtown than to go back to their dorm or apartment” said
The University of Iowa Main Library is perhaps the least accessible of the three locations, but in many cases that inaccessibility works out to its advantage. The fact that it is a university library means that only rarely will one be disturbed from one’s slumber. In addition to this, the library is, for lack of a better word, cavernous, possessing numerous hideaways where one can pull up a stuffed chair and doze for hours. Located centrally downtown, the Iowa City Public Library provides an excellent venue for sleeping. Comfortable chairs are made readily available, and the library’s position within the city makes it easy to get to. Despite this, the library is not without it’s flaws. It is commonplace for one to be rudely awakened by inconsiderate patrons, and the exposed position of the chairs only serves to exacerbate this.
Abram Nothnagle ‘13. “I guess it helps people keep up a normal sleep schedule” Taking this into consideration, it seemed utterly unjustified that City High students should be deprived of the benefits of napping around town. Thus, we set out to search the myriad locations for slumber that exist within Iowa City for the best available locations for sleep, in the hopes that students would set out on their journey of discovery.
photos by KIERANGREEN
SLEEPSTATISTICS Public Library Privacy: 5/10 Comfort: 8/10 Accessibility: 9/10 Weatherproofed: Yes
PROM 2011
April 22, 2011
Features
Styles for prom that are sure to make an impact.
Dresses
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When you are a little girl you dream about becoming a princess, getting swept off your feet by Prince Charming and living happily ever after. This year, your fairy tale can come true. “Ever since I was a young child I fantasized about my perfect High School prom,” Noah Danielson ‘11 said. This year’s prom trends are reminiscent of spring’s fashion. Big, bold, and beautiful are the designers’ inspiration. “I love prom dress shopping!” said Danielson. Cinderella-inspired dresses are fit for the princess inside of you. Ball gowns with tight corests and puffy skirts show off
Tuxedos
your killer figure. Cinderstore windows. ella dresses might be clas“My dress is turquoise,” sic, but honestly, most girls said Heasley. “It compledon’t wear them to prom. ments the fire in my eyes.” This year A spin is the year on the to rock the high-low princess shirts of you really spring are. are also “In ‘A seen in Cinderella prom Story,’ Hilldresses. ary Duff Long wears a in the - Noah Danielson, ‘11 back and big puffy dress,” said miniElizabeth dress Heasley ‘11. “I’ve always short in the front, they wanted one like that.” definitely make heads If your personality is ex- turn. This dress trend is uberant and fun there is a great for showing off your trend for you. Bright colors legs, and your shoes. are eye catching and make “I take my shoes off you stand out in a crowd when I get there,” Heasley of neutrals. Hot colors like said. “But for pictures I fuscha and turquoise have want to have cute shoes.” been seen in department Playful prints have
“Ever since I was a young child, I fantasized about my perfect high school prom.”
By Jason Arnold
HAIR
Clean it up! Don’t look like a shaggy dog. Make sure to get a haircut at least 2 weeks before.
always been an option for prom. This year you can go all out with florals, animal print, or abstract watercolor, as a way to express yourself. Because a print can be “busy,” balance your outfit with minimal accessories so it doesn’t look messy. “If your dress has a lot of things going on, don’t commit a fashion emergency with over accessorizing.” Danielson said. If these bright and patterned dresses don’t appeal to you, try an elegant softer dress. Classic whites and pastels are girly choices that complement any complexion. Baby pinks, creams, and nudes are sophisticated classic colors. This classic option also includes vintage silhouettes, like straight neck lines with pearls.
“Sometimes white dresses look wedding-ish,” said Heasley. “but I think people can make them work.” Sequins and rhinestones have accented dresses for quite some time. This year, dresses with these sparkly accents have been splashed on the pages of magazines. Dresses covered in headto-toe sequins are popular, as well as embellished details on the straps and neckline. “I like sparkle on dresses as long as it doesn’t look too trashy,” Heasley said. Whatever prom dress trend you want to follow or ignore, have fun while choosing your dress. Every girl can have their princess moment and that perfect dress will help make it happen.
TIE
Skinny ties look nice! Make sure it matches the girl’s dress. Save us and don’t have a pattern. It’s not the 90s.
POCKET SQUARE DRESS SHIRT
White will give you the classy look. Black will give you a more modern look.
This adds a lot more color to the tux. It should match the tie.
JACKET
Get a jacket with a tight fit. Make sure it’s not bulky. 1-3 buttons are suggested.
DRESS PANTS
Skinny dress pants are in now. Make sure the fit isn’t too tight, or you won’t be able to dance.
Dress your body-type By Nora Holman
PEAR
If you’re shaped like a pear you have a larger bottom half than top half. (Not just a big butt. Big thighs too.) This means that when shopping for a dress, avoid ones that are tight on the bottom part of your body. This will only make you look bigger in all the wrong places. Try and find a dress that flares at the waist and is at least half way down your thighs.
FUNNEL
SCALA
By Emma Baxter
How to...
SHOES
Dress shoes are always a classic idea. But if you want to be hip and cool, nice tennis shoes are in. Make sure they don’t have any dirt or grass stains.
Armani Men Slim Suit
With funnel shaped bodies, you tend to have a larger top half than bottom. You should definitely stay away from dresses that emphasize waist and shoulders or that are tight. Instead, try to find a dress with a v-neck shape because that will elongate your torso giving an illusion of a slim top half.
APPLE
Just like a funnel shape body, when you are shaped like an apple, v-necks are the way to go. They will slim your rounder top half and flatter your figure all together. Make sure to pick fabrics that will slim you without being too tight. Baggy fabric is also something to stay away from considering all it will do for you is add width.
HOURGLASS
Dressing an hourglass figure is probably the hardest to mess up out of all the body types. You tend to have a well-proportioned figure and more curves. This opens up a lot of doors for differentlystyled clothing, but there are a few things to definitely stay away from. Big, bulky fabrics will do nothing for you. You need to show figure like yours off, not hide it. High necklines are also something to stay away from. All they will do is emphasize your chest in a bad way.
RULER
When you’re shaped like a ruler, you basically have no curves and have relatively the same width all the way down. The kind of dresses to look for would be dresses that are fitted. This will extenuate any curves you may have without looking too risky. Slender bodies have the pleasure of wearing patterns because they add dimension to your figure. Necklaces help round the neck line and distract from a flatter chest.
April 22, 2011
Feature (Non-Alcoholic)
The Italian Food Lover
The Trendy Couple
The Classy Prom-Goers
Your prom dinner personality:
Photos and reviews by Sonora Taffa and Oli Peters
The Adventurous Eater
Eat, Drink, and Dance
Are you in for adventurous, posh, or trendy prom dining? Little Hawk reporters break down four of the most original Iowa City restaurants, to help you make the tough decision!
CHILLI YUMMY
H o w To Eat Correctly
WHO SHOULD GO HERE:
The Adventurous Eater COST: $3-$20 Chili Yummy is perfect for an artsy, hip prom group. Like our little octopus man over here, you’re a pretty cool bean if you eat at Chili Yummy. The restaraunt exudes a chill, laid-back vibe. Topped with friendly service, you’re sure to have a good time dipping your own shrimp balls in broth. The food was really yummy (punny) and it’s super fun to use the hot pot! (Just don’t smoke out the restaurant by leaving it on too long like we did.)
Whether it’s staining your dress with tomato sauce or spilling a drink on your tux, here’s how to avoid those embarrasing food mishaps while eating!
*If you’re eating messy food, don’t be ashamed to turn your napkin into a bib or bring a crappy T-shirt to put over your clothes. *Avoid laughing while you have food or liquid in your mouth at all costs. If this does happen, whatever is in your mouth could end up on your date. *Don’t put your drink on the edge of the table. It’s a deathtrap for breaking the glass, spilling everywhere, and embarrassing yourself!
WHO SHOULD GO HERE:
ATLAS
The Classy Prom-Goer COST: $6-$27
If you want to impress a date, go to Atlas. The North and South cellars are super romantic and private, and great for larger prom groups too. The food is so pretty you might feel bad eating it! Don’t be afraid to dig in though, because it’s way too good. Our top reccomendation is the Boulder Wrap. It’s filling, but light. Perfect for dancing the night away!
* If your waitress or waitor seems to have a twitchy eye (i.e. they’re winking at you constantly) remember that you have a date sitting across from you. * When at a nice restaraunt, resist the urge to play table football. You don’t want the football to land on someone else’s table!
126 & HEARTH WHO SHOULD GO HERE: The Trendy Diner COST: $5-$32
Sitting in a rustic venue looking out on E. Washington St. we enjoyed food from One Twenty Six and Hearth. Combined into one, the two restaurants offer a great menu for before prom!
MONICA’S
* Salt eating contests are always fun, just make sure nobody else sees.
WHO SHOULD GO HERE:
Umm...people who like Italian food COST: $2.95-$24.95 A classic Italian restaurant. There’s everything from pasta to steaks and wonderful service. The location on the Coralville Strip makes it a perfect, short trip to the new prom venue.
* Spitting in other people’s drinks when they’re in the bathroom is okay when you’re at McDonalds. So unless you’re going there for prom dinner, don’t do it!
April 22, 2011
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WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING
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I’m a freaking Jew..
Religion matters a lot to me.
Relgion influences us in everything that we do.
MORMONISM
Among the many demoninations of the Chrisitian church is The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Followers of this sect are sometimes called Mormoms. The Church is now the second fastest-growing church in the United States and has attracted converts for years. It took 117 years for the Mormon numbers to grow from the original six to one million. This exponential growth is due to increasing birth rate as well as convert
baptisms. For many Mormons, their religion has become a lifestyle. While there are are certain guidelines that members are encouraged to follow, there are no strict rules. “It’s not just religion to me, it’s who I am,” said Kara Hartley ‘13 “I try to live it every day, not just when I go to church. Striving to maintain this lifestyle keeps me a really happy person.”
5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW 1. Members are encouraged not to date before age 16. 2. More than 50,000 missionaries are serving for the church at one time. 3. Missions are served by men ages 19-25, women 21 or older, or retired ,,,,,,,couples. 4. Church membership today is over 13 million. 5. Mormonism is the second-fasest growing church in the United States.
JUDAISM
Nat Adler does not follow Judaism strictly. At first, he was not in tune with his Jewish faith.
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I try not to commit to religion because there are too many politics involved.
“I lived in Columbia and I could not express my Judaism” said Adler, ‘13.
Jewish laws but maintain some of the rituals and traditions. Conservative Jewish people believe that the Jewish law should be adapted to modern aspects while still remaining true to Jewish values.
There are three different sects in the Jewish faith. Orthodox are Jewish people who strictly obey Halakha (Jewish law) like not eating pork, fulfilling Mitzvah (a good deed daily), and remaining kosher. Reformed Jewish people do not follow all of the
“I’m a Conservative Jew,” said Adler. Conservative Jewish people, like Adler, still celebrate Jewish holidays such as Hanukkah, Passover, and barmitzvahs. The Jewish ,meet on Saturdays at a Synagogues for church.
5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Cannot eat pork. One of the oldest religions in the world. Abraham is the founder God’s name is unprodouncedable today. Day of rest is Sabbath
ATHEISM
Is no religion considered a religion? “At first I was Agnostic and did not agree with certain religious facts,“ Bryan Martin ‘11 said.
Many religious people frown upon people who do not have any spiritual beliefs. Bryan has been faced with many questions about his belief. People ask questions such as “What do you think happens when you die?”. “Nothing, You’re just gone,” said Martin.
Atheists receive a lot of judgement for their lack of faith. “People sometimes call me ignorant or tell me I am going to hell,” Martin said. Some perks of not being religious are that there is no hell, church, or almighty power to condemn you for your actions. Many atheist groups around the country allow people to come together and discuss their nonbeliefs.
5 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Not considered a religion. On average, Atheist marraiges last longer than religious marraiges. Absence of the belief in God. 30% of Americans are Atheist. Organized Atheism originates from the 16th century.
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Feature
APRIL 22, 2011
The Little Hawk Top 10
ENVIROMENTAL ISSUES
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Petroleum use: The U.S and Canada consume twice as much petroleum as other countries.
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Garbage disposal: The Iowa City Landfill acquires 125,000 tons of garbage every year
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Plastics: Every year, Americans throw away enough paper and plastic cups, forks, and spoons to circle the equator 300 times
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Energy: Americans represent 5% of the world’s population and use 24% of the world’s energy.
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Water: 70% of the earth’s surface is covered in water but we can use less then 1% for drinking, transportation, heating and cooling, and industry
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Pesticides and Food: Although many toxins in foods are reasonable at tested levels they can build up in your system and become harmful.
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Chemicals in Products: There are over 100,000 synthetic materials on the market and 1,000 new ones are added each year.
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Wildlife: Habitat loss is the primary threat to wildlife in the U.S
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Recycling: 33% of the material that goes into Iowa’s landfills is paper or cardboard.
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Population Boom: The U.S and Canada are responsible for 31.5% of the population.
photos by ELLENCARMEN
BACKGROUND: Delyn’s organic garden barn. LEFT TO RIGHT: Bee harvesting boxes, an old tractor, the wagon the Campbells use to do almost everything on their farm.
Adelyn’s Organic Garden gula, purple potatoes and multiple varieties of Adelyn’s organic garden is certified organgarlic. ic by the Iowa Department of Agriculture. The “We’ve been the first to bring a range of process to become organic includes a 30 page There is a myth that if you eat locally harvested honey, your allergies will be cured. Al- gourmet or unique things to the market.” application and an annual fee. The farm is also thoroughly inspected every year during though there is no scientific evidence backing Katherine said. The Campbells also sell the honey that they a different season and the water is sampled to this folklore, Dave and Katherine Campbell harvest. Dave Campbell is a registered bee ensure that it is free of chemicals that they canknow it’s good for business. “Some people taste our honey and just de- keeper, so if a farmer near him plans on spray- not have on their food. All of the paperwork and labor incide that it’s the best,” Katherine Campbell ing insecticide, they are required by law to consult with him first. Then, he is able to close volved with being certified organic is imporsaid. “Then they stay loyal to our product.” Adelyn’s Organic garden was once an up his bee hives in order to keep the bees from tant to the Campbells for various reasons. “We think that there is probably a extremely time consuming hobby that the coming in contact with the chemicals. Although it may seem as lot of junk in the foods we eat,” Campbells began when they moved to Iowa Katherine said. “ We’re not exin 2001. Now they sell their organic produce though buying and selling local treme but basically we don’t at The Iowa City Farmer’s Market and some- food is the primary purpose of the “‘We’re not think that it’s healthy to eat market, the Camptimes the New Pioneer Co-op. bells disagree. Dave Campbell grew up on a extreme but ba- some of those things.” “We’re really not They also believe that the “‘People ask for farm across the street from their sically we don’t there to sell food,” process of becoming certified current farm. He learned a lot watermelons in May they said. “The organic is important to stay leabout farming and gardening from think that it’s or ask why we don’t market is a commugitimately organic. his mother. have bananas.’” nity event.” healthy to eat “If you don’t go through the “My mother grew up during Dave estimates process of being organic, you’re the depression and having a garsome of those not,” Katherine said. “You that they know den was common,” Dave said. -Katherine Campbell about 500 customthings.’” could miss something and not “They ate what they grew.” ers by name and even know it.” The Campbells apply this same try to make friends While being organic at the principle to what they grow. with as many peoFarmer’s market does not have -Katherine Campbell “If we don’t like to eat, we ple as possible. much of a price advantage, dewon’t grow it,” they said. mand for organic food has been At the Farmer’s Market Dave and Kather- They explained that people enjoy talking to the person who grew their food and growing. ine’s small farm cannot compete with some of “In the past ten years organic is being prothe bigger vegetable producers, so they don’t also asking questions about growing. “Sometimes at the market people ask the moted and it’s easier to find,” Katherine said. try. By selling foods that are less common they have begun to bring diversity to the market. darndest things,” Katherine said. “They ask “It’s also become more competitive priceSome of their more unique produce includes; for watermelons in May or ask why we don’t wise.” frise, french shallots, horse radish, hops, aru- have bananas.”
By Ellen Carman
Reducing your Carbon Footprint... By Nora Holman
Use both sides of your notebook paper
Use energy efficient light bulbs
Drink from reusable water bottles (camelbak, Nalgene, SIGG)
Ride your bike
Turn off lights when leaving a room
Recycle all paper, cardboard, plastic, and glass
Buy locally grown produce
Don’t leave your phone chargers plugged into the wall Buy organic and recycled materials as often as possible
Turn off your computer when you’re not using it
Wiebener’s April 22, 2011
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by Sonora Taffa
World
t all started with a music stand. As a 4th grade student in Davenport, Candace Wiebener never imagined that her innocent desire for a “neat” music stand to use as a fake microphone in her neighborhood talent shows would lead to her life’s work. “I started playing and I hated it. I thought it was the worst thing in the whole world!” Wiebener said. “I kept breaking strings on purpose so that I wouldn’t have to practice because then my mother would have to find time to go to the store.” Now after blank years of teaching, Wiebener is recognized for her amazing work, with the highest honor a strings teacher could dream of: the prestigious Elizabeth Green School Educator award. Elizabeth Green is a legendary strings teacher who taught at the University of Michigan. Every year one teacher in the entire United States is honored with her award for portraying the same traits she did. “I think that there’s a lot of integrity involved,” Wiebener said. “You can’t say ‘Ehh, well it is okay if you play that note wrong. It’s too much trouble to fix.’ or ‘Oh yeah, your bow hand’s wrong but we’ll just ignore it’. As the teacher, you have to try and teach correctly.” Nobody can question Wiebener’s devotion to the school’s strings program. She has essentially built it up from scratch. When she began teaching at Southeast Jr. High, the orchestra had twelve players in grades seven
through nine. It took time but she eventually attracted more children to join, with the help of her high school students. “I showcased them. When I was still building up the high school orchestra we would do things like ‘Peter and the Wolf’ or ‘Tubby the Tuba’ and go to all the grade schools on the East side of town,” Wiebener said. “Things that made the kids realize that music can be fun and can actually tell a story.” After the first 20 years of teaching only at the Junior High, Wiebener began her job at City High. In this way, she helped and guided the same students through their entire junior high and high school experience. “I do feel it was great fun to get them as little seventh graders, because you know seventh graders are still really little and innocent and sweet,” Wiebener said. “In fact there’s a picture on the wall downstairs of the last graduating class I had that I’d actually had the whole time. They call themselves ‘the last of the true Wiebians’.” Wiebener has high expectations for all of her students, whether they be “true Wiebians” or casual players. “You have to be satisfied that they’re working. You can’t have an artificial level that you want everyone to get to, because they’re not always going to. That’s just the way it works,” Wiebener said. “You just have to try and get everybody to think ‘Okay, yes. I want to get better. I want to try and do this.’” Wiebener and her pupils’ work is so public and open to critique through concerts that
the pressure can sometimes build up. “Every 5-6 weeks, music teachers have to stand up and show what we’ve done in front of hundreds of people. There aren’t really many other professions that have to do that on a public basis,” Wiebener said. “Coaches do. They’re under a great deal of stress because they have to maintain things. And with music teachers it’s the very same thing.” Stressful or not, Wiebener has had a love of performing ever since she joined the Davenport Youth Orchestra as a seventh grader. “I found that I really liked to play for people. I also really started to enjoy playing in the orchestra,” Wiebener said. “And that’s when I thought ‘I just want to do this for the rest of my life’.” Although Wiebener has had her own critical success, she now finds the most rewarding part of her job to be conducting at her students’ concerts. “It all comes to standing in a concert and conducting and having wonderful music,” Wiebener said. “And knowing that it’s not just the audience that’s loving it and that I’m loving the sound, but knowing that the kids are realizing they’re really doing this right. That this sounds great.”
photo by CASSIEWASSINK
A TWIRL OF A WAND: Candace Wiebner conducts at the Desert concert on Friday, April 15.
Feature
April 22, 2011
Opinon
A Bogus Brawl Editorial Board
carl sessions executive editor
max friedman news editor
harrison burke opinion editor
renata stewart features editor
mikey hunter sports editor
carl sessions
Last week, the Press-Citizen ing the subject material. A story by news coverage.” ously no way to contact the republished an article online titled with the words “brawl” and I understand that the student porter who wrote a story, and “Brawl at City High over Prom “high school” in who committed there may be more of an incenDate.” The article described a the headline is the assault was tive to conduct sloppy journalfight that happened in the Comnot going to re18, but he’s still “A story with the words in high school ism.The assault that occurred in mons before school. However, flect well on the and ‘high and is still a kid. City High was a terrible thing the word “brawl” was misleadschool where it ‘brawl’ ing, as there were only two stuhappened, and school’ in the head- I don’t think that shouldn’t have happened. dents involved and only one should thus be having his mug But, as in any sad situation, was fighting, so the following given a little line is not going to re- shot beneath an there were bright moments. day the title was changed to more foresight flect well on the school alarmist, partly After talking with Principal Ba“City High Student Charged before publicafalse, headline con and some of the witnesses, in Fight over Prom Date.” Altion. I feel that where ‘it’ happened.” is showing good I learned that immediately after though the title was changed the paper had taste or avoidthe fighting started, a few of the and the negative connotations an obligation to ing pandering to student’s peers put their bodies associated with brawl shut talk to or to get curiosity. There’s in between the student and his away, I feel a certain amount of a comment from someone from a fine line between covering an victim. unease with the way this assault our school about the incident. event that affects the communiAdditionally, an important was covered. They didn’t, but if they did, this ty and overexposing something fact that was missing in the First, the article is essentially is what they would have been that’s probably not relevant to Press-Citizen’s story was the aba summary of a police report. told. the greater public. normality of this assault. ConThere are no “This was an O b v i o u s l y, trary to the bequotes from witextremely, exdue to the severliefs of some in nesses or school tremely unfority of the charges the community, administrators “First, the article is es- tunate incident, brought against “...but the fact that City High has who would have sentially a summary of and I regret that this student, the Press-Citizen had very little had important a student here some reporting this rushed to publish an violence things to say. a police report.” would find it acwas necessary, year. This is a misceptable, in any but the fact that article that indirectly “We have not take. Quotes are way, to do such the Press-Citizen had any physislammed our school cal altercations needed to bala thing,” prinrushed to pubance stories out, especially when cipal John Bacon said of the aslish an article without even talking to since first trithey’re as volatile as this one. sault. “We have to get better as that indirectly a single person associ- mester,” Bacon Talking to the parties involved is a school. To have something like slammed our said. “Absothe only way to ensure fair and this happen is a shame.” school without ated with City High is lutely minimal accurate reporting. The second reason why I feel even talking to unfortunate.” activity in this In fact, the day the Press-Citithe incident was mishandled a single person category, but we zen article was published, I read was that it was too exposing. associated with must get better. it aloud to the journalism class The Society of Professional JourCity High is unWe have had an as an example of how to not nalists’ Code of Ethics says both fortunate. outstanding year, and to have write a story. That a professional “show good taste, avoid panFinally, I can’t totally respect something like this happen is paper failed to follow such a dering to lurid curiosity” and either the article or the author personally hurtful. We must, basic journalistic rule is disap“show compassion for those because there was no by-line. and we will, get better.” pointing, especially considerwho may be affected adversely Without a by-line there is obvi-
reporters:
kieran green, nora holman, annelise jacobson, ellen kealey, emma gier, jin suh, sonora taffa, alexandra perez, cassie wassink, ellen carman, emma baxter, gabriel brasile, oli peters, will benson, destinee gwee, nick beckman, jason arnold
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Tongue Tied “Aduuhhhhhh. Huhr, awggy. Heehah! Derp?” These are the things that come out of my mouth. Don’t ask me what they mean. I don’t know. I’m talking about getting seriously stupid when you interact with somebody you like.
Let me explain: I was a norand utterly charming self. I’m mal child. My impediment even fine when I start to develop first took hold in Junior High. a crush on the person; my face When talking to just turns an una cute boy, sudattractive tomatodenly I found color when “I’m talking about get- ish myself freezing I talk to them. up, laughing at ting seriously stupid The real problem everything and when you interact with starts when they saying almost flat out tell me nothing, and somebody you like.” they like me. when I did get up From that the nerve to say a point on every word or two, it’d time I see them usually be someit seems like my thing mind-bendingly dumb brain falls out of my nose and like “hahaha yeah, I love lamp.” onto the ground. I can’t help it. Just when I think I’ve grown No matter how much I rehearse out of it, my acute boy-induced saying something in my head, nincompoopdom rears its ugly when I actually see the person head once I completely again. go blank; I can It’s frustratonly watch “I’m my usual clever, helplessly as ing because I’m completely smart, funny, witty, my poor brain fine when I wriggles on the and utterly charming floor. don’t like a boy. I’m my usual And it’s not self.” clever, smart, like I just lose funny, witty, speaking func-
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tion. My WHOLE brain shuts down. Like for example, a cute boy once told me to add up ½ and ¾ . I panicked, thought about it for a while and shouted, “4/5!” I will never do mental math in front of a boy ever again. Fortunately, this is just a phase. After a couple of months I return to normal. By then they have either run screaming for the hills, or (hopefully) have tolerated my fit of temporary insanity and stuck around. That’s when the real fun starts... with long walks along the beach and frolicking through flowers and stuff. I’m trying to relax and not be such a freak around boys, but it’s hard work. I guess this is for all my ladies out there who suffer like me--you’re not alone. Keep trying, the pain will end eventually. And also for the boys, so they know what’s going on when a girl comes up to them and says “Blehht glwau.” Translation? “Hey you.”
April 22, 2011
Opinion
Prius Problems I am a big fan of Earth Day. I perfect idea: electric cars. Well think it’s great that we set apart personally I think we’ve done one day to respect our planet that enough. It’s tiring having to keep has been there for us through track of the same grocery bag good times and every time I visit bad times. the store. I’m On Earth tired of getting Day, people “We’ve come out with behind the wheel take part in of a car, trying to activities like earth-friendly grocery show off to the cleaning out bags and Go-Green t- ladies by revving rivers, picking my engine and up trash, and shirts.” hearing “Darth enjoy being outVader” breathdoors. ing. That doesn’t, Recently though, society has how would you say, “rev a labeen trying hard, to come up with dy’s motor!” In fact, they get a new environmentally friendly little creeped out. I mean, a line inventions and ideas to help our was crossed when they made planet out. We’ve come out with the muffler a requirement, but earth-friendly grocery bags, go- now there’s not even a sound to green t-shirts, and we’ve even muffle! made porches and houses out of Yes, I have been behind the recycled wood! wheel of a Prius. It was just danNow we’ve hit the seemingly gerous! The whole time I did my
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best so nobody could see me. given free tanning passes so we Ducking beneath the wheel, sink- can feel good outside of the car. ing into the seat, Also, we should or even readbe allowed to ing the newslitter. paper. I did a “I’m tired of getting Ok, some pretty good job behind the wheel of a people think at it too. But of littering is bad. course if other car, trying to show off And yes, it is drivers can’t see to the ladies by reving bad. But I litter me, then I can’t and pollute the my engine and hearing air. If I agree to see them. This ended “Darth Vader’ breath.” drive an electric up being a probcar, I should be lem. But whose exempt from all fault is it? Sure punishments if I isn’t mine! If I had been driving choose to litter. a Dodge Charger then mabye I I’ve already done my job for would have seen the lady with a the environment by driving a stroller or the eight-year-old and Prius, right? So what’s the harm his ice cream. But alas, I was be- if I throw can wrapping into the hind the wheel of a Prius. I de- ocean? Sure I could kill a bird, mand some kind of reward back but at least he won’t die from if I ride in a Prius. For example, if global warming! we ride in a Prius, we should be
On Faith:
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In some cases, differing opin- Plaats told a crowd of approxi- one can learn to see them, there No one of us has authority to ions can lead to discussion, which mately 40 people. are so many things that faith can condemn another on behalf of can actually be quite powerful, Essentially, Vander Plaats is be. There are so many ways that God. Certainly there are people as new notions are introduced campaigning for the prohibi- lives are enriched and deepened who have garnered experience and considered. This concept tion of same-sex marriage in the and made fuller through faith. relating to God and have grown seems to be a name of ChrisSo what is faith, in the wisdom bit overlooked tianity. Pour then, and how do that accompaat times, as lemon juice on we live out our nies it, but this demonstrated “Essentially, Vander an open wound beliefs? I’m not “No one of us has the wisdom would by Bob Vander and you’ll iden- going to pretend only reveal that Plaats and his Plaats is campaigning tify with the to have all the authority to there are many “ C a p t u r i n g for the prohibition of sting and harm answers. At this condemn another on answers that we Momentum of Vander Plaats’ point, that would do not have, and same-sex marriage in actions. This seem rather hypo- behalf of God.” Tour.” likely never will. The Daily Io- the name of Christian- is more than a critical. But I do So the only wan discussed trivial opinion know some things. thing that we ity.” this issue rethat can slip past I know that the life can do is give cently, describwithout effect, of faith is influential, not because people a chance to find out for ing Vander because Vander it imposes but because it inspires. themselves what God has to say. Plaats’ visit to Plaats has pro- It is a life that someone could see Thus, the first thing for us to dothe Pizza Ranch in the Sycamore foundly missed the mark of what and say, “I want that.” and it seems so simple- is to welMall. leading a life of faith and being a Whatever that person has in come. We can welcome and we “That’s the art of politics,” Christian is all about. their life that gives it such a clear can make every effort possible to Vander Plaats said, as quoted by There are many things that meaning and purpose, “I want disprove the growing and someThe Daily Iowan. “If you can’t win faith is not. Faith is not knowing it.” And given that opportunity times justifiably-founded notion the issue, you destroy the mes- all the answers, one might that being a “Christian” means senger.” nor is it feeldescribe the being an anti-homosexual, ruleNuanced discussion... Not so ing compelled benefit that based and polarizing human bemuch. to impose those has come ing. The atmosphere in the Pizza answers on oth- “Faith is not knowing through their Wouldn’t a different expresRanch was considerably altered ers. Faith is not re l a t i o n s h i p sion of faith be refreshing? Some all the answers, nor is with on Wednesday, March 30, when arrogance that God. may see homosexuality as a sin. I Vander Plaats appeared to advo- leads one to be- it feeling compelled to Faith is a life am not here to support or refute cate against gay marriage. This lieve that they outreach that statement. Whatever your impose those answers of was a part of his tour to cam- know what is and kindness view may be, I challenge you to paign against the Iowa Supreme right and what is on others.” and spread- think about how you are expressCourt justices who were a part wrong and how ing God’s love ing it. Are you destroying chancof the decision to allow same-sex God wants us to and justice es of faith-filled lives, based on marriages. deal with our dist h r o u g h o u t your personal beliefs, or are you “This thing called a republic agreements. the world through service. Faith using your influence as a chance hinges on two inseparable rungs: Yes, there are many things that is welcoming. Faith is an invita- to welcome and invite? Think religion and morality,” Vander faith is mistaken for. But, if only tion. about it.
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“That’s pretty neat” U, S, and A Not doing what you’re supposed to do
False Spring! Not getting into college Single Poptarts Dippin’ it Newslab chairs Running out of TP Reckless drivin’ Cold pancakes Canceling soap operas Creepy Crawlies The consequences of not doing what you’re supposed to do Songs about days of the week Parents walking in on you
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“Just F the whole thing up!” - Dr.Mcreynolds talking to the bass clarinets about playing forte “Chairman Mao was pretty much a sexual predator.” - Mr. Brown on the rise of Communism.
“Why not eat the grasshoppers soaked in alcohol? ‘cuz it’s the kind of alcohol that will make you sick and blind not drunk and stupid.” - Mrs. Koepnick explaining the precautions of eating your ‘lab subjects.’ “Students, every time you open your mouths I bite my tongue, and it reminds me that I deserve to go somewhere nice when I die” - Mr. Brown contemplating his mortality “Eat your heart out Mr. Koepnick!” - Mr. Wilson successfully split-screens his blackboard. "That's not English, that's cow." - Sra Hall talking about the proper way to spell "moo.”
"Hockey is not just whacking your puck around." - Mrs. Borger-German, on the poem 'rink keeper's sestina
"Just because I'm a guy, tighter is better." -Mr. Muilenberg while speaking about torque.
Did one of your teachers make a foolish fauxpaux? Be sure to write it down, and send to to the Little Hawk!
April 22, 2011
Congressional Collapse For many Americans, horse trading, gambits, and sometimes even utter stupidity are par for the course when it comes to the realm of politics. But every so often, there comes a crisis which galls even the most cynical of citizens within these United States.
If one were to take a quick glance at the attempts at “budgetary reform” within Congress, one would be at first confounded. Unlike many other congressional battles, there are no distinct “sides” within the debate. Instead, both the House and Senate exist in a kind of partisan anarchy, with many different factions spouting conflicting organization. But, pulling back this thin veneer of so-called “debate,” one begins to see the underlying corruption within the system, and the extent to which decisions are controlled by outside forces. To start off with, one needs to look no further than the miliThe current debate over the tary. Despite the fact that Amerbudget is merely the latest in a ica spends at least six-and-a-half series of squabbles that seem to times more than the next several countries combined be becoming all too on defense, Concommon in today’s gress has not seen heated political fit to even consider environment. But, making cuts in the unlike other politi- “Unlike many defense budget. cal disagreements other Indeed, Congress that often seem far has recently begun off and not very ap- congressional drafting legislation plicable to the lives battles, there that would actually of students here at increase military City High, the dis- are no distinct funding. agreements in the “sides” within the The same can be capital (and the redebate.” said for Medicare sults of those disand Social Security, agreements) have a direct effect on the way we live which, combined with the military, compose the vast majority of our lives.
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government spending. All have deeply entrenched lobbies working furiously to prevent any kind of cuts from being enacted, and have been extremely successful in that regard. The upshot of all of this is that those cuts get passed down to projects which are often times underfunded, and in many cases, much more valuable to society as a whole. As much as I support the troops, I find it galling that our country is using its funds to finance the continuation of the American Empire at the expense of my education. As much as I’m in favor of caring for our nation’s elderly, I feel that the current systems are out of date and are not in keeping with today’s socioeconomic climate, and are not worth preserving at the expense of ceasing aid to the starving masses of the world. As much I look fondly upon the days of the American past, I think that it is time to face the reality of the future. Where the rubber meets the road, though, is on the local level. If and when Congress makes cuts in the budget they will invariably
be passed down to the state, and then to the local level. It is more than apparent that if cuts are made to areas like education and public works, their effects will immediately be felt around the community. Our town will decay. Education will most certainly suffer, with less money being available to be put towards helping us, the students. Some of the people we know may lose their jobs. All of these things will be sacrificed in the name of an America that no longer exists. In the end, solving the budget crisis should be a rather simple affair. We, as a society, need to come together and decide what capacity government should be allowed to function. Whether that capacity is small or large doesn’t really matter. All that matters is that when we finally come together to make a decision on the budget, we retain both our rationality and our basic humanity. Because without those, what is the point in putting faith in a governing body at all?
“Instead, both the House and Senate exist in a kind of partisan anarchy.”
A Common Misconception sonora taffa When I told my history teacher that I was moving to Iowa City from my home in St. Louis he didn’t ask me whether I was sad to be leaving my friends, excited for a new town, or where in Iowa I would be living.
ting next to me seemed to like it enough), but it was supposed to make me laugh. When it didn’t, he explained that his friend who lived in Iowa liked to tell it to him. Poor guy, I think he realized how much he had freaked me out because he let my tardy slide the next day, something he never did. Meanwhile I was getting more and more nervous with Instead he asked: “You know every person I told. Every other why there aren’t that many sui- classmate I broke the news to recides in Iowa?” I had no idea sponded with the same increduwhat he was getting at, but he lous “Iowa? You’re kidding didn’t wait for an answer. “Be- right?” Okay, it’s true cause there aren’t that Iowa doesn’t enough two story exactly have the buildings,” he said. reputation that, I was horrified. “I loved the say, California or Mr. Bates had basidowntown, the Florida does. cally told me I was But really? moving to a place so farmer’s market, People were gendepressing people and the Friday uinley sorry for killed themselves inme. And I think night concerts.” stead of live there?! I’ve figured out Okay, to be fair why. to him it was a joke. Imagine CaliNot a very funny one (well at least from my point fornia. Beachy, beautiful, warm, of view, the annoying kid sit- Katy Perry, etc. Now imagine
Idaho. That’s what my friends in St. Louis were doing, Iowa taking the place of Idaho of course. And I’m sad to admit this, but I was going right along with it. By the time I arrived in Iowa City to look for a house I was basically expecting to drive into the middle of a cornfield, start milking a cow, and get swept up and thrown to my death by a tornado. Of course, the minute we drove into Iowa City I realized I had been wrong. What I found was a busy college town. Not a city, but it felt like one. The downtown was bustling with shoppers and students. There were cute coffee shops, bikers everywhere, and clothing stores that my brother dragged me away from before I could get “attached” (his words, not mine). I found a town centered
around its farmer’s market and natural foods. Who knew being surrounded by farmers on all four sides had so many perks? My point is that people need to stop the stereotypes. I was wrong to think that Iowa was going to stink. Once I gave it a chance it turned out to be really awesome. And by the way Mr. Bates, Iowa is actually ranked as the 4th happiest state in the United States in a study done by USA Today in 2007. And for all you California comparers? California is actually ranked 15th. Also, I have not seen a stalk of corn anywhere near where I live, which is oddly reassuring. You might think this article and these statistics are my way of convincing myself that I live in a cool place. But the proof of that isn’t in some study done by USA Today. It’s all around Iowa City.
“Iowa is actually ranked as the 4th happiest state in the United States.”
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APRIL 22, 2011
LittleHawk SPORTSBRIEFS
Jon Gilmore
Minor League Baseball
Track Heads To Drake Relays by Nick Beckman As the opening gun sounds on the 2011 Track season the coaches are looking to put together the best team possible for the stretch run of the season. After placing 15th at state last year, the team looks to improve upon this place and reassert themselves as a force in 4A. Although several key members of last year’s squad are now gone, several athletes return with state championship experience. Entering his 8th year of coaching the track team, head coach Tom Carey has pinpointed several keys to the season. “We will be the best team we can be if everyone on roster takes a step forward each and every meet. Once we establish ourselves- consistency will be key to our success.” Carey Said. At this point in the season several events have stood out to Coach Carey. “This year there is really good
GIRLS TRACK by Annelise Jacobson After four meets in six days, the girls track team still hadn’t run themselves into the ground. It had quite a bit to do with stamina, something to do with hard practice, but they say it came down to their PMA. Positive Mental Attitude is what the team
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TRACK: (From Left to Right) Beth Larsen ‘12 attempts the High Jump. Jasper Washington ‘12 waits for the handoff in the 200 Meter Relay.
depth at hurdles, the throwers have also been a solid group thus far.” After a 2nd place finish at state last year in long-jump, and a key member the last several years, Bobby Millard 11’ returns to continue his success. Jeremy Johnson 12’ will be relied on to provide his ups for the High-Jump and provide depth in the sprints. This year the throwers look to piece together a solid group who steadily improve their distances as the year moves forward. Nick Beckman 11’ and Kody Dailey 12’ look to hold down the Shot put
and Discus events respectively while Aaron Johnson 11’ and Tanner Odle 13’ will also be counted on. The long distance events have graduated key leaders from last years crew, and several seniors have stepped up to continue this leadership. Seniors Zach Greiman 11’ and Evan Risk 11’ both led off season workouts. “It can be tough to keep a consistent group coming for each workout, but most guys knew that the hard work would pay off during the season.” Several other runners have put their work in and look to have good
is pushing for every single day. “Having PMA means not complaining when you are doing an 8 mile workout in a blizzard,” Katherine Arch ‘12 said. “If you have PMA, every day is a great day,” Sophie Peterson ‘13 said. She runs with the middistance and they’re like sisters, as well as declared enemies of their coach, Thos Trefz. “One time Thos threw Ally in the trash,” Peterson laughed. “So we’ve rebelled and started a cult against Thos. We have a website-
‘tossthosinthetrash.gov’.” Within running groups, families are made, but one of the biggest struggles of the overall team is unity. With more than 60 girls in 20 events, it can become a very self-centered sport. “People think track is an individual sport,” Lori Lines ‘11 said, “which is true because of all the events. But in the end we are a team. We can’t win unless all the events are strong.” Lines is one of four team captains, and a top varsity runner.
years, Brook Price 13’, and DJ Martin 12’ have looked impressive. “Going into the season we knew that the sprints would be solid, and they have proven to be strong.” said Carey. Sprinters who will be relied on this year are Mason Greer 12’, Damien Gilchrest 12’, Hector Montelongo 12’, and Kye Grenko 11’. Jasper Washington 12’ and Amos Lavela 13’ have also emerged. Sterling Harris 11’ will lead the middle distance events. “This year there are certain events we are pretty deep at, which definitely helps.” Harris 11’ said. Other runners who look to contribute are Quinn McNutt 12’, Ryan Dorman 13’, and Tate Thompson 13’. “As long as we continue to work hard each day, and not let what we can’t control affect us we will be in good shape. The mark of a good team is one that can continue to be resiliant when the chips are down.”said Carey. “I’ve made constant progress,” Lines said. “Freshman year I wasn’t even close to varsity. I’ve been an alternate at state for the last two years, and this year, I think I’ll get to run.” The girls are focusing on the end of the season, and looking out for The Sweep. This means winning Conference, Districts, Divisionals, and State. “Our team goal is to take home a trophy at state,” Lines said. “We all want to win. We’re in it together.”
Tennis Gets First Win With many new players going out for the tennis team, expectations are to build team unity and get a little better each week. by James Henkhaus Winning games and points has been a difficult challenge for the tennis team this year. “We’ve won some points but no matches yet. Our losses have come from a “relaxed” feeling on the court,” coach Chip Hardesty said. Last year’s deep state run leaves hope for a late kick in for some of the more experienced athletes, such as Phil Buatti, Noah Danielson, and Bryan Martin. Hardesty says, “This is a highly anticipated season, with lots of returning varsity players and with a good group of newcomers, look for us to surprise a lot of unready teams. Practices have been fun and hopeful.” At practices the squad
is growing a sense of team comraderie, and after a few meets, small improvements have been noticed. “We were all expecting a high powered season full of success to rival the best, so the smart money will be on us for most of our matches,” Danielson said. However, since then standards have been set a bit lower. The varsity’s less than stellar 0 - 9 start was quite a blow, however it’s hopeful that the team will make a full recovery with a little more discipline. The heavy loss of senior varsity players certainly leaves a large hole in the roster, though hope looms though with a new crop of prospects. The new season has begun and so has the growth and harvesting of
fresh, up and coming talents during practices. “It’s good to be back on the court.” Lindsay Hall ‘12 said. “Despite the lack of experience, I’m excited for the season.” Hall is one of the few returning varsity members from last year and certainly has to fill a leadership roll. “I’m not worried about it; I’ve been practicing a whole bunch over the off season and I think I’m ready for it,” Hall said. Since meets and matches have begun there has been no doubt that there is a quite a bit of talent and experience absent from the court, seeds of skill have been planted in practices but Hall put it best by saying, “We’ll be the team having the most fun!”
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ACE: Phil Buatti ‘11 serves against his Cedar Rapids Xavier opponent on April 12th.
The former 33rd overall pick and 2008 City High grad will start the year out in the minors for the Class A Winston-Salem Dash. After a bumpy start to his career, the third baseman had a breakout year last year and emerged as a talented prospect in the Chicago White Sox organization. Gilmore was the highest drafted player from Iowa. Gilmore had a .312 batting average last season.
Girls Golf Girls golf started the season finishing second in a triangular meet with Dubuque Hempstead and Cedar Falls. Elizabeth Wheeler was the highest finisher with 46 strokes. The Little Hawks shot 203 as a team, 43 strokes ahead of Dubuque Hempstead.
Average Joes Repeat Above Average Joe’s defeated Tate High 73-61 in the Rec League Championship, capping off an undefeated season with another banner year. The Joes triumphed over junior squad Hoops! I Did It Again 63-35 in the semifinals, highlighted by a nasty throwdown by Cody Donnelly 11’ over Bradon Pledge 12’. The senior team members include Jack Kregel, Karl Fleener, Joe Fefee, Will Benson, Rob Nauman, and James Henkhaus.
Dance Team City High dance welcomed four new members after the audition proccess took place. Madison Swehla, Emma McIntire, Julia Goldberg and Chloe Regan are the newest members.
Hawkeye Football 2010 Grad AJ Derby saw action in the Iowa Hawkeye Spring Practice Game. Derby completed passes and is expected to back up James Vandenberg as quarterback. Derby red-shirted last year along with Alumni John Chelf and Ellis Jordan.
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April 22, 2011
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Six Little Hawk spring sports studs give their outlooks for the season.
Sterling Harris TRACK/SOCCER
ver the past few years, Sterling Harris has been a mainstay on the track team, but this year he looks to burden the challenge by participating in soccer and track simultaneously. Sterling brings experience to an already veteran soccer team. “I played for several club teams over the years, but mainly with Heartland,” Harris 11’ said. As well as bringing an athletic presence on the soccer field, Ster-
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She has nothing bad to say about the team. She gives off sayings that parallel the way a proud coach would talk about his players. “We have potential, and we’re a young team, so in the future we could be a great program,” Danielson said. The whole team has fun and even has inside jokes. “You’ve never seen nothin’ until you’ve seen Skelly do the stuck-in-the-mud dance!” said Danielson.
Aliyah Gustafson TRACK
ith a shot-put throw of 39 feet 4 inches and a discuss throw of 121 feet 10 inches, Aliyah Gustafson ‘13 is proving herself as one of this year’s outstanding throwers. “I’m looking forward to the possibility of qualifying for The Drake Relays,” said Gustafson. But Gustafson isn’t only in it to make the feet and inches to qualify for The Drake Relays. . “I love all the people in track,”
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freshman year. Caitlin is looking forward to a season filled with improvement. Caitlin has been impressed with the team thus far even though it is filled with underclassmen. “If we put in the effort we will see the benefits. Nobody can win without practicing hard.”
Erin Danielson
rin Danielson ‘13 spends most the year as a lone long distance running. She runs the hills of Iowa City, but not in the spring. “I love the team dynamics,” said Danielson, “I like passing and making my team mates look really good.” For her, it isn’t all about winning and being the star player. She loves the little things that make a team special and that make the experience one to cherish. “I’m definitely looking forward to the t-shirts,” she said, “they’re going to be the bomb.”
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mer before her freshman year. While playing on the school’s tennis team, she also takes lessons once a week at the Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Center during the school year. “The seniors from last year did a good job of preparing me for what to expect. I think I am up for the challenge.” During summer break, Hall plans on more tennis to tune up her game for the spring season.
Caitlin Clougherty
aitlin Clougherty ’11 will be one of three captains on the soccer team this year. “My favorite part is the adrenaline, from a sweet save or a really cool looking goal, either by me or my teammate. Nothing can beat a well played exciting game!” She has been playing for years, starting with the Kickers in the second grade, and has been playing for the school team since
Commitments Virginia Johnson Basketball Iowa
Aaron Johnson Football Drake
Cam Herting
Swimming Emory
Andrew McNulty Football North Texas
Lindsay Hall
indsay Hall ’12 has been playing tennis for three years, but this will be the first with the main leadership role thrust upon her. “The thought of playing number one is pretty scary.” Hall ‘12 said. “After watching Susana (Howard ’10) play number one last year and seeing how good the girls were (that) she played, I know the competition is tough.” Hall started playing the sum-
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ling runs the 400’s and 800’s for the track team. “My strongest attribute I bring to track is my senior leadership; I’ve been around the track- if you will.” After committing a lot of time to sports during high school, he is still deciding whether or not he will take his talents on to college. “Either I will go to Wartburg and play soccer and run track, or go to Kirkwood just for school.”
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she said. With this year’s throwing team being made up of only two upperclassmen and the rest underclassmen, many of the throwers, including Aliyah, will be at City for the next few years. “Hopefully in years to come, since it’s a younger team, we will become a lot stronger,” sais Gustafson. “We’re working hard for May… because that’s when state is.”
Luke Mennen
Nick Beckman
Football Iowa State
Kari Mueller Volleyball Iowa
Mitch Landau
Gymnastics Iowa
Emily Sotelo Track Loras
Boys Track 100 M Bobby Milllard 11.17 200 M Hector Montelongo 23.02 400 M Sterling harris 51.46 800 M Brook Price 2:08.32 1600 M Brook Price 4:39.91 3200 M Zach Greimann 10:06.43 L Jump Bobby Millard 21-10.50 Shot Put Nick Beckman 49-08.25 Discus Kody Daily 134.01
Girls Track 100 M Clair Crew 12.47 110 M Hurdles Caitlin Ward 16.52 200 M Dash Clair Crew 27.02 400 M Dash Clair Crew 59.77 400 M Hurdles E Sotelo 1:06.94 800 M Lori Lines 2:22.31 1500 M Meg Richardson 4:47.47
Boys Tennis Cedar Rapids Prairie W JV- Iowa City West L JV- CR Washington L CR Xavier L
Girls Tennis CR Praire L Bettendorf L Clinton L CR Xavier L
Boys Soccer Cedar Rapids Kennedy W 2-1 Pleasant Valley W 2-1 Muscatine W 2-1 West DM Dowling L 3-2 (PK’s) Waterloo West W 3-1 CR Prairie W 3-0 CR Xavier L 2-1 (PK’s)
SOCCER
ollowing the heartbreaking 3-2 loss against West in last year’s regular season matchup, The Bash Bros. hung their heads in disappointment. Since that point, Luke Mennen 13’ hasn’t looked back and looks to be an integral part of this year’s squad in the center midfield. Mennen played forward last year as a freshman, while older brother Zach 11’ joins him to create a one-two punch.
“I’ve been in the backyard for most of my off-season where Zach has showed me some real neat moves,” Mennen said. “He’s helped me add a nice technical side to my game.” With Luke’s nifty footwork and Zach’s overwhelming girth, the forwards are looking to use their skills at making a run at the state championship this spring.
Girls Soccer Waterloo West L 4-6 JV Union L 0-6 Cedar Rapids Prairie L 1-2 Cedar Rapids Xavier L 0-4 Davenport Central T 2-2
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A NEW ATTITUDE by Mikey Hunter Lap after lap at Schrader Field, boys soccer prepares for another season. Building the team’s endurance is a strategy. “We are not a team that blows a lot of teams out, but we can compete with and beat a n y b o d y, ” coach Jose Fajardo said. The Little Hawks have gone 4-2 the past six games, with both their defeats coming from the top teams in 2A and 3A, Cedar Rapids Xavier and West Des Moines Dowling. Both games were decided in overtime by penalty kicks. They are led
INJURIES AND YOUTH
Led by J.D. McCullough and coach Fajardo, the boys team has a new attitude heading into next week’s match with West.
this season by head coach José team will look to rely on the Fajardo. Fajardo represented unit, as they strive to keep the Spain in the U20 World Cup, games low scoring. where they finished second. Injuries have brought misWith 14 returning varsity fortune to the team this year, as players, the team standout Fernando hopes to rely on Pachecho 13’ suftheir depth this “... We can fered a dislocated season. compete with and hip injury in last Of those reyear’s state tournabeat anybody.” ment. The injury turning players is JD McCullough resulted in post sea-Jose Fajardo son surgery and sit‘11. McCullough has been an ofting out for the befensive problem for opposing ginning of this season. teams this season, scoring three The Little Hawks will get goals in the last two games the chance to redeem last year’s played. state title defeat from West on The Little Hawks have also April 26th at the Iowa Hawkbeen gifted with deep veteran eye Sport Complex. back line. Defenders Devyn West has had their struggles Lewis 11’, Ben Schroder 11’, early on, with a 3-3 overall reSterling Harris 11’, and Jason cord, and is 2-1 in the MVC, Tiemeyer 12’ have provided due to inexperience and a security for new starting goal- tough schedule. keeper Chris Evans 13’. The
With the loss of key players and the development of young players the team has worked to lessen the losses and become competitive in the MVC.
photos by CARLSESSIONS & RENATASTEWART
ABOVE: Melanie O’Meara ‘13 controls the ball against Xavier. BELOW: Sonora Taffa ‘14 dribbles up the field. Erin Danielson ‘13 defends against Xavier.
photos by CARLSESSIONS & RENATASTEWART
LEFT TO RIGHT: JD McCullough ‘11 attempts a shot against Waterloo West. Jason Tiemeyer ‘12 goes for a header.
PLAYMAKERPROFILE coach timcasey Job:
Teacher & Strength Coach
LH: How long have you coached football? Casey: Twenty-five years. LH: What sports did you play in high school? Casey: Football, wrestling and track. LH: What is your favorite lift? Casey: Glute Ham. LH: Famous athletes you have coached?
‘12, who led the team in scoring with 15 goals, and is the focal The combination of younger point of the Little Hawk attack. inexperienced players and sev- Clougherty offers some coneral unfortunate injuries have sistency and leadership for the plagued the Little Hawks and back line, while midfielder Erin left them with limited resourc- Danielson ‘13 and defender es. Maddie Schroder provide valuWith starting goalkeeper able experience in the middle Caitlin Clougherty 11’ missing of the field. time early on and center back Despite the losses early on, Maddie Schroder 13’ out indef- the team remains upbeat and initely with an avulsion frac- optimistic about how they are ture, the squad has struggled to faring in games. pick up the pieces, evident with “We’ve had a difficult start an 0-4 start. because we’ve faced some re“We were exally tough teams,” pected to have “We’re Sonora Taffa ‘14. growing pains “But we’re expectexpecting to do a ing to win more in early on, so the inlot better in the the second half of juries really haven’t helped,” forward second half of the the season.” The Abby Schroder even finds a season” team said. glimmer of success Relying on the in their defeats. -Sonora Taffa ‘14 proven members “We had of the team is now hoped to lose by more crucial than three goals or less ever with the early against Xavier, and hardships. they had a lucky 4th goal at the “We don’t have many older end, so I’d say that’s encouragplayers, so people who have ing from a team standpoint,” game experience will need to Taffa said. step up big time,” Schroder The Little Hawks finished said. last season 6-12 overall and 4-8 The team returns Schroder in the MVC. by Will Benson
LH: Who is Jason House? Casey: He is a secret service agent for the president. LH: Favorite sports memory? Casey: All the Championships we’ve won. LH: Favorite food?
by Michael Hunter City High graduates Cam Foreman and Paul Hichwa competed at the 2011 NCAA Gymnastic Championships held at Ohio State this past weekend. Foreman and Hichwa led Stanford to its 100th National Title and broke the NCAA record for team points scored in the final session. Foreman, son of City High English teacher Daphne Foreman earned All-American honors finishing third in the Parallel Bars with a score of 14.8. He earned his personal best the previous night with a score of 15.2 He was a five time junior Olympic competitor and a member of the National Honor Society in high
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City High Grads Paul Hichwa (Left) and Cam Foreman (Right) competed in the 2011 NCAA Gymnastic Championships last weekend held at Ohio State University.
school. He competed in the Parallel Bars, and High Bars this season. Hichwa, a 2009 graduate, was a two time state champion and also a five time junior Olympic competitor in high school. Hichwa trained with Foreman at the Iowa GymNest growing up. Stanford will have the chance to earn its 101th National Title next season with Iowa City natives Hichwa and Foreman.
photo by BLAIRFOREMAN
City High Grads Paul Hichwa (Left) and Cam Foreman (Right) competed in the 2011 NCAA Gymnastic Championships last weekend held at Ohio State University.
City High Yearbook
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Casey: Tim Dwight. Jason House
City Grads Lead Stanford to National Title
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