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Unmask what’s inside: A profile of our new Assistant Principal, Mr. Duffey pg. 3
What Halloween costume fits your personality? pg. 19
Rumoured pep rally changes unveiled pg. 7
Get to know our athletes of the month: pg. 31
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Managing Editor Alyssa Pasini Production Manager Meredith Sullivan Director of Multi-Media Packaging & Production Gina Brazao Multi-Media Editor Katie Albanese News Editor Isabel Martin Features Editors Caroline Giovannuci Arts & Entertainment Editor Gabe Goodman Opinion & Editorials Editor Miranda Lan Sports & Wellness Editor Amanda Mendes Photo Editors Katie Whelan Kyle Rodriques Public Relations Manager Casey McCormack Directors of Advertising Rachel Antos & Liz Harriman Webmasters Jenna Baker & Robert Connelly Business Manager Julie O’Keefe Archivist Lindsay Curran Social Communities Managers Hannah Nelson & Cara McConaughey Staff Writers Max DiRado, Leah Doherty, Chloe Ewanuski, Maddie Gillespie, Nikki Margeson, Kate McCormack, Gillian O’Malley
Scituate High School community members welcomed a variety of newcomers to the halls as the fall 2013 term began. From the massive incoming freshman class, to new teachers in all subject areas, and even a new administrator, the new faces entering SHS parallel the Scituation’s updated look; allow me introduce the new and improved newsmagazine of SHS. Yes, that’s right; we will now print four editions IN COLOR in a magazine-booklet format, as we gear our focus to writing regularly for our online publication at situation.net. We hope to transition towards the world-wide digital media trend. Please visit our website, like us on Facebook, and follow us on Instagram and Twitter for news updates by students for students, as well as for all local community members. SHS’s new faces inspired the front cover of the Scituation as it introduces not only its updated newsmagazine format, but new SHS community members as well. The Scituation staffers—old and new alike—hide their faces in masks in an ode the our Halloween production. In this edition, you’ll find features on all of the school’s newest faces: teacher features, our infamous Freshman Abduction, and a profile of Mr. Duffey, SHS’s most recent addition to the administration, after the Scituation staffers sat down with him for a long-block interview. Readers can even map out what Halloween costume is perfect for their personality and learn about some last minute DIY costumes. Happy Halloween and enjoy! Kim Whitney Editor-in-Chief
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SHS welcomes a mentor into its midst Kim Whitney & Alyssa Pasini Editor-in-Chief & Managing Editor
890 names are a lot to memorize, but ambitious new Assistant Principal Mr. Duffey is taking on the challenge of getting to know every student in the school. Whether it’s making an effort to personally meet every student or simply saying “hi” in the halls, he is ready to take on his new position. Mr. Duffey welcomed the new faces of the freshman class through the high school doors during their orientation Aug. 28, and again welcomed all students on the first day of school. Ever since then, Duffey embarked on his mission to gradually reach out to as much of the student body as possible. From well before 7:18 a.m. to after school events, he greets everyone he sees with an accent that lingers from his youth in Lowell, MA. Senior Thomas Burkhardt recognized Mr. Duffey’s efforts to connect with the school community and said, “One day he stood at the cafeteria door and shook all of our hands and asked us our names, which was a good thing for him to do.” Engaging individuals within the student body is of top priority for Mr. Duffey. “Schools exist for the students that are in them. Every day when I drive here I try to always remind myself that the work I’m doing is exclusively for the students that go to this school…I guess that’s
what people can expect from me,” Mr. Duffey said. He emphasizes that while he does not want to come on too strong, he does hope to carry his past experiences over to SHS to earn a role as a respected mentor. His personal value in mentorship developed from a young age, and continued throughout his schooling
later. From then on, Mr. Duffey established his career in education, starting out as a teacher at an alternative school in North Hampton, MA known as H.E.C. (Hampshire Educational Collaborative). It was in this first position where Mr. Duffey gained the “patience, tolerance,
Mr. Duffey works diligently at his desk on his signature iPad. He wants students and staff to know his door is always open. Photo by Katie Whelan
and career. Growing up during the height of the hip-hop music, Duffey found that he had to toughen up to support his family, as well as to earn leadership roles in high school athletics, like on his basketball team. By the time he reached college at UMass, Amherst, Mr. Duffey aspired to be a journalist, aiming to write for the New York Times and to travel to places like Israel to write. Yet Professor Nicholas McBride, his journalism professor at the time, suggested that he could have a future in education. Soon, Mr. Duffey and Professor McBride started a teaching partnership by sharing classes at Springfield’s High School of Commerce. The relationship with his mentor lasted, as McBride even officiated Duffey’s wedding years
and understanding” that has helped him throughout his career. Mr. Duffey spent the next seven years at the High School of Commerce in Springfield, teaching journalism as well as a fused writing and history class. In the last year and a half in Springfield, Duffey worked as an assistant principal in hopes of impacting the school in a larger way, though he said he missed the direct interaction he had with his students. Thus, in his transition to assistant principal at SHS, Mr. Duffey focuses especially on the individual student in addition to the overall atmosphere. In a perfect school, “there would be no student who feels invisible,” he said. Duffey encourages students to stop by his office anytime and introduce themselves whenever
they get the chance, to talk about anything. He is big on making connections with students, which is hard for him now that he isn’t interacting with students on a daily basis in the classroom. Teachers and students alike have already witnessed Mr. Duffey’s engagement in the school atmosphere. SHS math teacher Ms. Hallihan said that she, like many other coworkers, stopped by to talk to him before the school year began and that “he was easy to talk to, approachable and compassionate. ...He already has a lot of connections at the school.” Now living temporarily in Marshfield, with his wife, 2 dogs, 2 cats, and a baby on the way, Duffey said of his life and career decisions, “I’m thrilled with where I am.” This Breaking Bad fan and “de facto animal lover” said he also feels blessed in his career at Scituate because “initially what I see is a real trust between students and teachers and vice versa…I see what looks like a real belief in the adults that they are knowledgeable and confident…and there are adults who are here for the right reasons. They love the school and they love you guys.” Mr. Duffey looks forward to his years ahead at Scituate High School, and has high hopes to impact the school culture. “I want kids to know I’m approachable. It won’t happen overnight, but I want every student at this school
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The wonder machine: SHS now prints in 3D Leah Doherty Staff Writer Lying on the front desk of room 154 at SHS is a bright orange rook piece, from your typical game of chess. Instead of being made in a factory, this chess piece started out as a flat design on the computer. With the help of the new 3D printer, this 2D design was able to make its transition into the 3D world. During late May and early June, the high school installed a new 3D printer. This printer can do much more than make words and pictures pop out on a piece of paper. An unassuming white box with two round disks connected to a platform, this machine is capable of turning whatever you choose to create through Computer Aided Design (CAD), into a 3D object. According to engineer-
ing teacher Mr. Mingles, it takes around the space, until the computer about two to three hours to print a 3D tells it to stop. Mr. Mingles hopes to inspire stustructure from the computer. Once dents to use their imagination to creyou complete your design on the ate new inventions and solve complex computer, the printer receives data problems, from CAD giving them and slices the skills they the design need to sucinto very thin ceed in the layers, each outside world. layer being “If we want between four to teach our to eight one kids how to thousandths solve twenty of an inch. first century The machine problems, we then prints should reout a very ally be giving thin layer them twenty of plastic to first century match the tools,” said data on the Mr. Mingles c o mp u t er, during his printing only initial presenthe layers tation to that are there. The SHS 3D can create the items on display in Mr. Mingles For example, class room 154. Students are excited about the creative pos- parent-run organization if there’s an sibilities the printer offers. Photo by Katie Whelan SHORE, empty space promoting the establishment of a in the design, the printer will connew 3D printer. After proposing tinue to print thin layers of plastic
SPS strives for new technology Jenna Baker Webmaster The 21st Century has brought technology into nearly every aspect of our lives. It has enhanced modern entertainment, communication and organization. Big businesses own offices full of the latest computers, while many high-schoolers have some sort of smartphone. As students and teachers become more familiar with the benefits of tech-
nology, administration has debated the best way for Scituate Public Schools (SPS) to incorporate more technology into the classroom. Because of these benefits, SPS have created a new District Technology Initiative. In a recent newsletter, SPS Superintendent, Mr. McCarthy said, “We will develop comprehensive facility and technology plans so that by September 2018 we have created, or planned for the creation of, schools where technology is seamlessly integrated into teaching and learning and students and teachers are able to collaborate, communicate
and creatively solve problems using 21st Century technology.” Students agree that SPS could benefit from more technology. Sophomore Casey Kelleher said, “technology can’t be ignored I today’s society. Two Technology Integration Specialists, Mr. Mills and Ms. Foley strive to implement more technology into the district. Mr. Mills leads grades 8-12 and Ms. Foley leads K-6. With this new initiative, the district plans on aiding teachers in using more technology inside and outside of the classroom, so students will have access to different academic resources.
his ideas, members of The SHORE Foundation funded his efforts and made it possible for the school to acquire a new 3D printer. Upon realizing the printer’s capabilities, high school band director Ms. Tucker expressed her excitement at the possibility of inventing a new musical instrument for the band. “Your imagination is not limited. You can think of any design and see if it can be produced,” said Ms. Tucker. The SHS students who are aware of the machine are excited about the new opportunities this printer brings. Junior Sam Villani said, “It’s new technology, and to be able to see your own design and hold it in your hands is a very cool thing.” With the help of this new printer, it seems as though anything is possible.
Ms. Foley said she hopes to “be a resource for technology tools” for the SPS District. She understands how teachers lead very busy and demanding lives and so she created a website (http:// spsintegratingtechnology. weebly.com/) for teachers to be able to access helpful resources more effectively. Other than sharing resources, Ms. Foley has three main goals as Instructional Technology Specialist. She is striving to “provide training and support
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Safety of public places becomes a growing issue Meredith Sullivan Production Manager Going to the movies, attending a concert or taking a trip to the mall are pastimes that we as Americans enjoy freely, but how safe are we really as we go on with our day to day lives? Over the past couple of years, these types of events which are supposed to be enjoyable are now bringing worry and concern to those who attend them. The root of this problem has stemmed from the recent tragedies which have taken the lives of many innocent people. Events such as the Boston bombings, Aurora movie theater shootings, and more recently, the Washington naval yard shootings have changed the mindset of
many when it comes to public gatherings. Though this heightened awareness has been instilled in the minds of Americans, it is shown and felt across the world as well. Several gunmen invaded the Westgate mall in Nairobi, Kenya on September 21, 2013, killing 39 and injuring at least 150 innocent mall-goers. The mall, a place to hang out with friends and buy new merchandise, was quickly turned into a nightmare. You don’t have to be patted down or pass a security checkpoint to enter a mall or any other public place for that matter. Anyone can walk freely in and out of a mall or public vicinity for the most part which means that you never really know how safe you are when going out. With such uncertainty of how safe you truly are, it is important to keep a cautious eye. Spanish teacher Ms. Olander said, “I feel like there are areas that are kind of a bubble, like you always
feel safe. Life’s just too unexpected to think you’re safe everywhere you go.” In the Boston area, it is more common to see a heightened police force at sporting events and other public gatherings. A clear example of these new types of security measures is the NFL’s new bag policy which prohibits any type of large bag from entering a football stadium. Fans are strictly allowed to bring clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags. Prohibited items include coolers, briefcases, backpacks, computer bags, etc. Aaron Alexis entered the headquarters of the Naval Sea Systems Command inside of the Washington Navy Yard in Southeast Washington D.C. on September 16th, 2013. Alexis was armed with a shotgun and shot twelve people and injured three others. The Washington Navy Yard is not a place where anyone can walk around freely but it is a workplace for many, and is just another case of the how in this day and
age you can never be one hundred percent certain that you are protected and safe. Freshman Sam Hassett said, “People are now more aware of what’s around them.” Having fear get in the way of enjoying a day out is not a healthy way of living but it is extremely important to be more aware of your surroundings when in a large group of people. In America and other parts of the world, the everyday safety of citizens is becoming an extreme issue. When attending public events it is important to be aware of any suspicious looking items or people in order to ensure your own safety and the safety of those around you.
Smoke rises from the Westgate Shopping Centre in Nairobi, Kenya following a explosions during the stand-off between Kenyan security forces and gunmen last month. (Zhang Chen/Xinhua/Zuma Press/MCT) Photo courtesy of MCT Campus News Service
to teachers with Aspen,” “provide training and support to teachers with BaselineEdge” and “support the new Model Classrooms for 21st Century Learning,” she said. She is enthusiastic about the district’s new vision for the ideal classroom. During a three day Visioning workshop, Ms. Foley and teachers, administration, students and parents, created a vision based on the group’s collaboration” she said. As Technology Integra-
tion Specialist of the elementary schools, Ms. Foley shares the same goals as Mr. Mills. Both hope to work together to unite SPS and begin to integrate technology smoothly into all of the classrooms within the district. During a technology audit, Mr. Mills said he “realized how far behind we were” in the area of technology. He thought that SPS needed to incorporate more technology into its classrooms. Because of this, he collaborated with Ms. Foley and other administrators to agree on an attainable vision for the entire district. Mr. Mills strives to “integrate
technology seamlessly,” he said, in the hopes that changes can be seen over the long term and not necessarily overnight. He added that integration of technology raises issues of equity, considering not all students share the same situations at home in terms of internet access or capability of purchasing a smartphone or iPad. A possible solution for this problem would be to supply teachers with iPads so that students without smartphones can use them. Students agree that this solution would be effective. Junior Julia Francese said, “I think supplying teachers with iPads would be really beneficial because
it would allow students to look up information during class on that particular subject.” With so many forms of technology available, the world of education can potentially be transformed. SPS’s new vision will allow the school to experience the benefits of more technology in the classroom.
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Construction to save the town’s historic landmark Julie O’Keefe Business Manager
For residents of the South Shore, the Scituate Lighthouse is a proud landmark due to its historic significance as well as its triumphant natural beauty. The many severe storms of last winter greatly jeopardized the safety of the beloved Scituate Lighthouse, motivating residents to take action to protect the town’s active guidepost. Over the past several years, storms on the South Shore have mutilated the condition of the sea wall at Cedar Point. Last winter, the various storms highlighted the necessity of reconstructing the barrier to protect residents, as well as the historic lighthouse, from potential harm. Sophomore Erin Martin, a resident of Cedar Point, commented on the severity of last winter’s storms. “Two or three times last year I
was unable to stay in my house be- Taunton, Massachusetts predictcause of the bad conditions,” Martin ing the Atlantic hurricane season said. Violent waves and flooding put to have “a 70 percent probability families at risk of losing homes as of an above average storm season.” well as valuable belongings. Sup- Workers on the project have found porting the town’s decision to take that timing plays a crucial role in on the labor of reconstruction, Mar- construction and have demanded an tin said it’s “comfortefficient time ing to know the sea span to prowalls will be more tect the town’s stable now because coast of further there seems to be an harm this comabnormal amount of ing season. storms in the recent Project deyears.” Martin emvelopers have bodies the mindset of put tremenmany other Scituate dous time and residents, raising the effort into the concern of potential reconstrucsevere storms in the Construction began on the new sea wall tion of the sea in August 2013. This area of Scituate has wall. The cost future. Construction on the been battered regularly by storms. Photo by for the remodel sea wall began in ear- Julie O’Keefe is calculated ly August 2013. The to be an estijumpstart on the sea wall repairs mated $700,000. The majority of may prove to be beneficial for the the town’s funding has come from town of Scituate, as these upcoming Community Preservation funding, fall and winter seasons are likely to as well as sea wall funds in the Scibe stormy ones. The National Oce- tuate’s town budget as decided upon anic and Atmospheric Administra- by Town Meeting votes. Developers tion recently published a National of the project expect the sea wall to Weather Service Statement out of be completed by Nov. 2013.
The Scituate Lighthouse has stood through many of Scituate’s proudest historical moments. Built in 1810, the active lighthouse existed when Abigail and Rebecca Bates deterred the British from invading Scituate during the War of 1812. Surviving devastating storms such as the Blizzard of 1978, the Old Scituate Light resembles the resilience and pride in the town. Senior Isabelle Berton emphasized the role the lighthouse plays in her daily life. “I live close to the lighthouse, and it has become an important landmark for the town, as well as my family. It’s a beautiful spot to walk around,” Berton said. All generations in Scituate enjoy the spot. Scituate’s commitment to maintaining and preserving the symbolic landmark will allow the town’s overwhelming pride to thrive for decades to come.
Fro-Yo adds flavor to the SHS snack menu Kim Whitney Editor-in-Chief Despite the cooling weather, students at Scituate High School have no problem slurping down a cold snack chosen from the growing menu in the cafeteria. Early in the fall term, a large stainless steel box appeared behind the snack bar. Three spouts for soft-serve frozen yogurt protrude from one side. The snack menu written in dry-erase marker now includes “Frozen Yogurt,” but the implementation of new, healthier lunch and snack options is a permanent addition to the SHS cafeteria. These flavors come in a one-size-fits-all Styrofoam cup for $1.50. As popular frozen yogurt shops like
Pinkberry and Red Mango moved in its earliest stages, some students to the South Shore, SHS joined the already have high expectations for trend in offering healthful dessert what the cafeteria’s frozen yogurt options to its daily should become. Jucustomers. nior Alanah Lopes Students can now said of the tasty choose between three frozen snack, “It’s flavor options: vanilla, good, but it’s not another flavor students my first choice. can vote on, and a swirl If they had more of the two. Previously, flavors it would chocolate was the secbe better.” Other ond flavor option. Re- A student tries out the new fro-yo ma- students have yet cently, however, the chine in the cafeteria. With the new to realize frozen administration posted addition, students are lining up for the yogurt is on the a barcode in the cafete- tasty treat. Photo by Katie Whelan menu. Lopes said ria for students to scan that the first time with their smartphones she tried the chocand enter their votes on a new flavor olate fro-yo, she just got in line for a option. If you’re interested in vot- normal snack and noticed the subtle ing on possible new flavors, log on change in snack options. to scituation.net and take our poll Espervary warned that because to choose the fro-yo flavor that fits lunches are time-restricted, students your tastes. Scituate Food Services can’t expect too much change to Manager, Cathy Espervary and her the flavor and topping options all at staff hope to see more flavor options once. “The twist is our most popuavailable for students to vote on. lar flavor, so we’ll continue to offer While the fro-yo dessert option is that. The problem with toppings is
time. We can’t have a long line at a topping bar. Maybe in the future we will offer a one topping option,” Espervary said. To ensure students are eating healthier, the cafeteria staff is now requiring that students purchase the snack in the last 10 minutes of lunch. This measure enables students to purchase full meals for their regular lunch, and then add frozen yogurt in as an additional snack. While the frozen yogurt machine and the new procedures it brings to the lunch room are still in their earliest stages, they are yet another step in SHS’s effort towards becoming a healthier, more nutritionally-aware school community.
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Pep rally rumors stir up SHS students Katie Albanese Multi-Media Editor Recently, there have been rumors about the fate of SHS’s pep rallies. How many are there? Is there spirit week? Are there class colors? Do we have assigned seats? In a recent interview, Mr.Wargo laid out the proposed upcoming changes to the traditional SHS pep rally. No longer is Nov. 27 just the anticipated half day before Thanksgiving break, but it is also the date of SHS’s first pep rally. The pep rally, like in previous years, will take place during the last hour of the day. Due to concerns surrounding negative competition between each grade, Mr.Wargo and members of Student Council have been working together to promote a positive school
culture while also keeping the perspective of students in mind. “My goal for this year’s pep rallies are to make sure every aspect is 100% positive,” said Mr.Wargo. Some students, however, have questioned why there is a need for change. ‘There was obviously some class tension at the pep rallies,” said junior Katie Golden, “but what else do you expect with competition. It only made them more intense and it united each grade.” In his first year at SHS, Mr.Wargo was “dismayed by how upperclassmen treated the freshmen” during pep rally chants. As an administrator, it is Mr.Wargo’s job to ensure that all students feel comfortable during school events. That is where the issue of class colors has developed. “Separating students by their grades can make some students and easy target for bullying” said Mr.Wargo His goal for colors is to incorporate the SHS school colors: blue, white, and black. However, how these colors will we separated amongst students is still under dis-
The class of 2016 gathered as freshmen last year at a pep rally. Changes are in the works for this year. Photo from Scituation archives
cussion. Some seniors, on the other hand, have voiced their opposition to not being able to wear black, as SHS seniors have in years past. In response, Mr.Wargo pointed out how “as much as senior year is an accomplishment that deserves recognition, and will get recognition, we can’t just ignore the other three grades of the student body.” There are also slight changes happening in the pep rally activities. Opposed to centering the pep rally around football, Mr.Wargo and other members of the facility hope to incorporate more of the fall season sports. Regardless of the sports, however, student competition will remain a part of SHS pep rallies. Ms.Olander, SHS’s new Student Council advisor, said they hope to create competitive team using seniors and sophomores on one team, and juniors and freshmen on another. This not only allows students of different grades to meet one another, but also ensures fair and positive competition. As for spirit week, the week leading up to the pep rally has now
become the week leading up to homecoming. The Monday before homecoming, Nov.11, is the first day of SHS’s first spirit week. “I’m a huge fan of spirit week,” said Mr.Wargo. “I like seeing the students dress up the same regardless of what grade they’re in. Rowdy’s good, loud’s good, as long as it promotes positive school culture, I’m on board.” Whatever the final outcome of the pep rally may be, there’s sure to be change implemented in order to preserve positive school culture. The SHS administration is determined to make every student feel welcomed and safe at pep rallies, and the changes this year are designed to do just that.
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Arts & Entertainment Flavorful fashion: why Baked cupcakes are this fall’s best accessory Kate McCormack Staff Writer Move over sheet cake, cupcakes are coming through. Over the past few years, fancy cupcakes have become the most popular way to eat cake, with countless shows about cupcake making and decorating on TV and new little cupcake shops springing up all over the place. In Scituate, the most popular place to get your hands on one of these chic little (or big) snacks is at Baked in North Scituate. Owned by Jennifer Warshaw, Baked is an “old school bake shop with a funky side,” according to the website. Baked has a wide variety of cupcakes with over 45 different types, some with fillings and some without, you are almost certain to
find one that you enjoy. The most popular cupcake at Baked is the Sea Salt Caramel cupcake; a chocolate base cupcake filled with caramel, frosted with white cream cheese frosting and drizzled with caramel
Cupcakes are all the rage these days, and Baked is the perfect place to expand your cupcake flavor boundaries! Photo by Kate McCormack
and a sprinkle of sea salt. If you are in search of a vanilla cupcake with a little less going on but still want an excellent taste, the Coconut Macaroon cupcake is exceptional and light with a vanilla cake base topped with coconut frosting rolled in coconut and topped off
with a squirt of coconut frosting. Senior Morgan Moore said, “I love the flavor it’s just sometimes there can be a little too much frosting but its still super good.” There are a variety of other options at Baked that are sure to satisfy. The bakery offers cookies, brownies, whoopie pies, fruit squares, granola, and lots of other homemade desserts. There is also the option of a cupcake kit which comes with unfrosted cupcakes, frosting, and decorations so that you can create your own cupcake masterpiece. On Wednesday through Sunday, Baked is open and has a variety of different cupcake flavors each day. SHS secretary Ms. Ward said, “I don’t know all the specifics but anything with chocolate, with chocolate in the middle and chocolate on top is my favorite.” That’s one of the great things about Baked, there is so much variety that you don’t have to know each flavor by name but you still have an excellent chance of finding a cupcake that suits your sugar craving that day. Senior Mary Donovan, a Baked
employee, said, “Well I don’t like chocolate all that much so Vanilla Bean is my favorite but we sell a ton of Sea Salt Caramel cupcakes. They’re really popular.” WIth flavors ranging from sweet Death by Chocolate, to fruity Peach or salty Peanut Butter Pretzel, there are a variety of options to pick from, making the decision difficult. Baked employees say people stand at the old fashioned glass case trying to decide for quite some time before choosing which delicious creation they want to splurge on. But biting into a delicious and fresh Baked cupcake makes all of the decision making and waiting well-worth it. So go ahead and treat yourself to a cupcake at Baked, a perfect anytime accessory.
Sports complex replaces driving range: the new Star Land Katie Whelan Photo Editor
Who remembers when the parking lot out front was a bumper-boat pool, or sitting in the go-karts when the fumes from surrounding karts came spitting at your face. It’s been a long time of scattered renovations for Star Land, but the most recent changes are the biggest by far. Where a two-story driving range
The new Star Land is perfect for athletes, children, and anyone with some free time on their hands! Photo by Katie Whelan
once stood, an all-season sports complex is now in place. From basketball courts to laser tag, the University Sports Complex has it all. Junior Ben Mclarey is one of the many athletes who have been able to use this complex since it opened just a short time ago. “Its sick. There are so many courts in there that can be used for almost anything,” Mclarey said.
These facilities are impeccable. Everything clean, neat, and always open. Even if you are not part of one of the teams practicing at the “U”, you can go over to an open court or turf and practice alone, or with friends. Along with the major addition of the sports complex, other attractions were updated in the mini-park itself. To start off, if you are looking for a quick and
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The scoop on the stoop: easy like Friday morning Max DiRado Staff Writer Friday seemed like just another early morning of students walking into Scituate High School eager for the weekend. But as they filled the halls they might have been surprised to see (or rather hear) something a little out of the ordinary. The sound of Bruno Mars’ jazzified hit song “Locked Out of Heaven” spread throughout the crowded corridors of SHS, beginning another year of the infamous SHS tradition “Jazz at the Stoop.” Three years ago Zach Brazao ‘12, Richard Arnold ‘12, Christopher Robotham ‘13, Ross Flieger-Allison ‘13 and current senior Max Fenton, wowed Scituate High School with the “jazz punk” group they called Manhattan Project, and with them came a new tradition. This year only Fenton remains from the original group, but the Manhattan
I want to see it go till’ like infinity generation. We’ve got a hot apprentice-style cycle that can go on forever. Who exactly plays at the stoop doesn’t matter, as long as they are of the Manhattan Project style, creed, and way of life.” You may have noticed that Manhattan Project aren’t the only ones who have graced the stage with musical talent. The stoop is now open to anyone who wants to showcase their musiJazz punk group Manhattan Project graces the stoop with its prescence, enlightening their listeners with their musical talent. cal abilities. Principal Photo by Katie Whelan Wargo, supporter of the new SHS tradition is the one with three years before. to talk to if you think you want to Bassist and junior Ellis Rose said perform. He and music teacher Mr. playing on the Stoop is a “great Richter have also discussed the postime. We play music we like and sibility of making this Friday tradipeople seem to enjoy it.” And that’s tion more than just once a week. The what it’s all about. amount of talented musicians in this While discussing whether or not high school definitely makes this a the tradition should continue afpossibility. In past years there have ter everyone has graduated, senior been other bands and solo artists trombonist Fenton remarked, “Abwith different styles to show SHS solutely! We are currently the Manwhat they have to offer to the high hattan Project 3rd Generation, and
school music scene. As for the years to come, saxophonist and senior James Robotham said, “Well I think that’s up to the next generation as to whether they think it would be musically exciting.” Although the school offers a few opportunities for musicians to play to the peers, including various open mic nights and acoustic coffee houses, the Stoop remains the perfect place for musicians to show off their talent. To them, the Stoop is their turf, the hallways are their bleachers, and the performances are their big game to show others what they are passionate about. This is what makes the Stoop performances a tradition that will hopefully be continued throughout the future years of SHS.
fun time, jump in line at the new go-karts. The new karts are equipped with a ‘boost’ button, so in case you weren’t going fast enough before, you can now fly around the corners and scrape your way along the guardrail. Another updated attraction would be the mini-golf courses. One of the two older courses was removed, and the other was enlarged and updated with water features. Many might be asking where the laser tag and ar-
cade went since the other buildings were under construction, but no worries they are still there and better than ever. Both a new laser tag room and a new arcade were built into the sports complex on the hill. With all of the sporting events occurring this time of year, you may not be able to play all the games at once. Up until recently, Star Land may have been viewed as a run-down kind of place where you only went if there was nothing else to do, or maybe only go for the go-karts for a few minutes. With the new passes and updated attractions, Star Land has become a way to spend your af-
plex, from snacks to drinks to meals. The new Star Land is hardly recognizable. If you have not yet visited and find yourself bored on a Saturday afternoon, head on down and your day will turn from boredom to pure excitement in an instant.
Project continues to entertain with new members, new songs, and that same sound that SHS fell in love
ternoon. Sophomore Alana Burke recognizes and is excited about the drastic changes; “It’s so different from the old one. The old one was so sketchy, especially near the driving range. It had a creepy clown skeeball that I specifically remember being weird. I’m happy they redid it but it’s kind of a weird combination of fields, courts, and an arcade” Burke said. In case you get hungry after your fun-filled afternoon at Star Land, food services, another major enhancement, are now offered at the park. There is a large selection to choose from inside the sports com-
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Lights, Camera, Action! Leah Doherty Staff Writer It has been yet another successful year for the high school drama club, which, after having its fair share of laughs in last year’s performance of Once Upon A Mattress, is looking forward to participating in the new and upcoming play, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. In case you are wondering, the play is exactly how it sounds. Based on a popular 1998 film, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a famous Broadway musical about two fraudsters who travel to the French Riviera in hopes of conning rich women out of their money, through methods of deceit and pure trickery. According to dra-
ma members, not only is this production full of twists and surprises, but the play itself follows a very humorous plotline and contains many entertaining characters. The two dirty rotten scoundrels in this musical are Lawrence Jameson and Freddy Benson, played by Roger Dawley and Jack Duff respectively. Roger Dawley, a junior at SHS, hopes to bring his character Benson to life by transforming himself into a loud and cocky American thief. As a thief who swindles money from rich women by telling them fabricated stories about his grandmother’s failing health, Dawley plays a very entertaining and hysterical character. On the other hand, Jack Duff, a senior at SHS, plays a suave and classy gentleman named Jameson, who uses charm and charisma to con unsuspecting ladies out of their money. After meeting on a train, these two conmen attempt to work together
to get rich, finding it impossible to do so due to their significant differences. As a result, they agree on a deal: the first one to get fifty thousand dollars from a young female target, heiress Christine Colgate, wins and the other must leave town. Female heiress Christine Colgate is played by Leah Block, a junior at SHS, who is eager to rehearse and “ready to dive in this year”. Expressing her excitement for playing a lead role in this year’s play, Block said, “I have a pretty big part in the musical this year so I’m excited to figure out how my character works and to put myself completely in her shoes.”
ber of the Thespian Society and looks forward to fulfilling her role as costume manager, this year. In addition to the script being absolutely hilarious, Hoffman complimented the show on its wonderful music and talented chorus ensemble. While a show needs actors and actresses to entertain its audience, it also needs people that are willing to work behind the scenes to make the show as engaging as possible. Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
The newest SHS drama production titled ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’ kicks off November 21 at 7 p.m. in the SHS Auditorium. Come check it out! Photo by Katie Whelan
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Although she realizes that there will be a lot challenges in preparing for this play, including memorizing lines and figuring out her character, Block is prepared to work hard during rehearsals and put on an amazing show, with her fellow peers. She also looks forward to spending time with her drama club friends, who after years of dancing and singing together, are like her second family. “There’s something for everyone in this show and if you don’t go home laughing, then you must not have been watching,” said junior Emma Hoffman with a smile. Not only she has been involved with high school plays since her freshman year, but she is currently an esteemed mem-
features many interesting characters, including Inspector Andre played by PJ Cignarella, Jolene played by Casey McCormack, and Muriel played by Ani Koziel. Accompanied by amazing music, lighting, and special effects, there is no way that the audience will leave the theatre without feeling thoroughly entertained. For those who are interested, the dates of the play are November 21, 22, and 23 at 7 p.m. in the SHS Auditorium.
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Feeling the vibe: new drama directors at SHS Isabel Martin News Editor The SHS auditorium is very busy. Students sing to themselves while lugging painted beams across the stage, laughter rings out from behind a large rack of frilled, silky fabrics, and boxes of props litter the back room. Everyone is moving, smiles glowing on their faces; it’s a hive of activity. In the middle of it all stands Ty Lemerande, arms flung wide, shouting encouragement as he reviews the process. But who’s that? Ty is the new drama director at SHS. He and his wife Amy, who is the assistant drama director, have blasted the drama department with a fresh new wave of enthusiasm and exuberance, infusing rehearsals with vibrant flair. They are easygoing and excited about what they do and the kids they’re working with, encouraging students to call them by their first names. Junior Aisling Sheahan spoke to their creative style. “They’re very dedicated and passionate about drama, they create a healthy atmosphere and they make drama very fun and productive,” Sheahan said. The two new directors are anything but inexperienced. Amy has been acting and dancing her whole life. She worked at the Massachusetts Hospital School in Canton teaching handicapped and mentally
ill children theater, sharing with persona of each different character. them her passion for the arts. Ty’s favorite to perform is his one Ty got involved in theater a little man version of Hamlet. He loves the later. After he broke both ankles play- character, the story, and the vivacity ing on his high school football team, of the play. Ty decided In coming to try a less to SHS, Ty and strenuous Amy brought activity. He along their joy went out for of theater. They the school hope to teach play and students to rehad a blast, ally be passionbecoming ate in every enthralled production and with the each theater exart. After perience. “Tell high school stories, have fun he promptand love what ly joined you do - the joy the Navy of theater comes and joined from creating the drama another persona troupe, and being able where he to make another was inperson laugh volved in and have fun almost evalong with you. ery play. He Director Ty Lemerande busy at work in SHS. We want to chalthen decid- Ty and his wife Amy are not only directing the lenge the kids ed to major drama productions at SHS, but also run the non- and have them profit Knighthorse Theatre Company together. in acting Photo by Katie Whelan get better by at Penn stretching their State and limitations, and received his masters in drama. Ty teach them that all you really need and Amy met when they both joined for theater is passion and love,” Ty a traveling Shakespearean acting said. company shortly after college. The Along with joy, passion, and extwo drama enthusiasts have been perience, Ty and Amy hope to bring combining their love for acting, stability to SHS and be a part of teaching, and each other ever since. SHS drama for the long haul. With Outside their jobs at SHS, Ty three different directors in the past and Amy continue to do what they four years, the drama kids have exlove at Knighthorse Theater Com- perienced many different teaching pany, their own Shakespearean styles and techniques, and now they nonprofit drama theater. Teaching hope that Ty and Amy are here to students and spreading the joy of stay. Junior Maggie Harrigan could theater, they travel around the world hardly express her excitement about performing all of the most beloved the new direction. “They’re amazShakespeare plays by themselves, ing, I love them so much. They’re so adapting the roles and assuming the relaxed about everything we do, it
just makes drama so much more enjoyable. I love going to drama everyday after school,” Harrigan said. And the drama department definitely has plenty in store. With a performance of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels coming soon, the students have been very busy. The momentum won’t stop; after that is the EMACT Drama Festival, in which students will perform a very special, tailor made adaptation of a Shakespeare play, and then student directed “one acts” in the spring, all alongside a multitude of different fundraisers and activities. Ty and Amy hope to not only build a company, but a club of kids that love each other and what they do. “They are a team and [the auditorium] is their house, their safe place. I want them to just come here and hang out and enjoy the vibe.” It’s a place where they belong and are part of a team and where they should really feel their own self worth,” Ty said. The vibe is certainly good. A blend of playful, hardworking, chill, and exuberant, the atmosphere of the drama department under Ty and Amy’s exciting leadership is very positive. Come be a part of it and feel the vibes at their performance of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels on November 22 and 23.
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Artist of the month: Laura Clifford
Caroline Giovannucci Features Editor
You may not have had a chance to have a solid chat with senior Laura Clifford, but it’s fully recommended. Some of the quietest people best express themselves in the arts and their few words, and Clifford proves to be one of them. Attending school at Inly before coming to Scituate High School, this twin is still a mystery to most of us. In the past few years she has gone from the new girl at SHS to one of the hottest artists featured at SHS. Clifford first found her passion at a young age. Ever since she can remember, art has been a part of her life. Even her grandfather had an intense passion for art. “It must run in the family,” Clifford said. Her twin sister Rebecca also has the artist gene. Rebecca is enrolled in AP Art and loves participating just as much as her sister. Although they have never worked on a project together, they both enjoy kicking back at the same table and creating new masterpieces
in each other’s company. “We feed off each other’s energy, and I think we just help each other just by being there,” Clifford said.
Laura Clifford is one of SHS’s most promising up-and-coming artists. Photo by Katie Whalen
Currently a student in AP Art along with a clay class, Clifford shows there is no limit to her artistic abilities. While she enjoys everything art from sculpting to painting to doodling on her school notebooks, her preferred style of art is drawing. The piece of art she credits as her absolute favorite is her picture of a flapper that she drew. “I was fascinated by the shadows and
I just went with it!” Clifford said. “It really looks real!” Aside from art, one of Clifford’s passions includes giving back. This year will be her second year attending the Guatemala Service Trip, helping to build houses and take care of the less fortunate. Last year both she and her sister flew down to Guatemala on the school trip, and the experience touched her so much she plans on returning again in 2014. This oil painting is one of Clifford’s many stunning The world has works of art. Photo by Katie Whalen much in store for this Clifford. talented and giving girl. Currently, Whether it’s doodling Endicott is her top choice for col- away to pass the time or lege, “but I’m still looking around,” working her magic into a Clifford said. Despite her enjoyment new drawing, you can exfor art, she does not seek going to an pect great things from this art school. “It’s really competitive, girl. Clifford will continue and I’d rather be out there helping to amaze us with her beaupeople!” Clifford said. Once she tiful art and her beautiful does set her mind on a college, she heart. fully intends on getting involved with art therapy, helping people who need her. “She is an incredible artist and one of the sweetest people!” senior Hannah Leeping said about
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News now more accessible than ever, option for students in the know Hannah Nelson Social Media Manager
Throughout the 20th century people would sit at the breakfast table and read the daily newspaper. Nowadays people don’t even have time to eat breakfast, much less read the newspaper each morning. In the modern world of instant technology, news and current events are constantly accessible. For teens specifically this can be both a beneficial and harmful intake of information. News is available through various apps that students keep on their phones, among them CNN, Twitter, and Facebook. News apps such as CNN are dependable with reports of current events, and are generally reliable sources. The problem with instant technology is not with these profes-
Vroom vroom! Gina Brazao Director of Multi Media Packaging and Production
Don’t have your license yet? Tired of asking your parents to drive you around? Or, do you ever just have a crazy Cre-Yo craving but are lacking a ride? Have no fear because the moped is here. An affordable alternative to cars, these nifty little vehicles come in an array of attractive colors and are perfect for any person looking for a fun way to “scoot” around town. So, why are they relevant to our town? Well, Scituate is the perfect seaside town for these two wheeled mopeds. They provide easy
ments and assumptions without any real backing of them.” Even worse, Twitter and Facebook cause users to become frantic with a continuous bombardment of posts on the topic. The most effective and reliable way for a student to be updated on news, is to check an official news app. Besides the CNN app, there are many other news outlet that are just as accessible as Twitter or Facebook. For more in depth articles The New York Times app is one of the best. Although it isn’t constantly updated on breaking news, it is intended for readers with more time. The New York Times features many opinion and editorial pieces, it is beneficial for gaining a different perspective on news. The Boston Globe application is great for local news. Because it is based in Boston, it offers news stories based on a local perspective and the app is simple and easy to navigate. Another fascinating app is Flip-
board, which allows the user to personalize the app by picking topics that interest them. Written in a magazine format, it is fun to use, and enjoyable to read. It can also connect with social media sites, creating a more organized space to keep up with current events. Junior Bridget Huggard said “Flipboard is my favorite news app because it not does it have interesting articles, it also is really fun to use.” Although news is constantly updated on mobile devices, phones are not the only way to get news. Pick up a newspaper or magazine when you have free time at home. If you’re feeling a bit more lazy, flip to channel five WCVB or Fox News 25.
access around town and affordabil- fill up my moped once every two ity for our residents. weeks. Mopeds can also be a very So, what is a moped exactly? Ac- reasonable investment. Ranging cording to tngscooters.com, a mo- from $700 for a basic moped to a ped is a motorwhopping $10,000, ized vehicle with making it easy to an engine of 49cc find the perfect mopower or less, as ped for you. They well as a maxiare also great for mum speed of driving to school, the less than 30mph. store, or even work In Massachusetts and are the perfect you only need to economical solution have a permit to for going green with drive a moped. a stylish ride. You are also reHowever, there are quired to wear some downsides to a helmet, but do mopeds. Mopeds are not need to ob- Senior Gina Brazao shows off her styl- dependent of weathand practical pink moped. Photo by Katie er, so perfect moped tain insurance if ish Whelan the engine is unriding weather only der 49cc. lasts from around March to late Due to the high cost of fuel, con- October. It’s also difficult to drive sumers are searching for alternative during heavy precipitation such as solutions. Mopeds are a great option snow or rain, but it can be done. because they get anywhere from 60Junior Katie Golden is pro-mo100 miles per gallon. I only have to peds, and said “I think it’s a won-
derful idea, it’s good for the environment.” Golden brings up a good point, because mopeds emit less harmful gases into the atmosphere than cars and help reduce consumers’ carbon footprints. There have also been recent discussions regarding a new moped store in the Scituate area. Senior Molly Rafferty said “I would rent one, but I wouldn’t buy one.” Maybe Scituate’s new store will have a renting option, allowing everyone the chance to try out this new obsession. We will have to wait and find out whether or not Scituate residents will more easily and conveniently be able to buy a moped in order to stylishly scoot around our coastal town.
sional news sites, but social media. Apps such as Twitter and Facebook are frantic during times of breaking news. In these situations false rumors begin to circulate. For example during the Boston Bombings Twitter was askew with incorrect facts. There were untrue reports about the suspects and who was responsible for the bombings. Senior Peter Belval said “I think [social media] allows students to get access to news much easier because they can just look on Facebook or Twitter… it makes people much more aware of what’s going on. But at the same time there’s so many different viewpoints that are posted that aren’t true… especially during the Boston Marathon when there were so many false stories about that.” Often times tweets have gaps of information, and leave the viewer confused as to what is occurring. Senior Patrick Golden said “facts get blown out of proportion, and [people] are quick to make judg-
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Mixed signals: a guide to teacher body language Gabe Goodman & James Robotham
Arts and Entertainment Editor & Staff Writer There you are, sitting in class when, just as you drift into a daydream, you hear your name called from the front of the room. You snap to attention, and as your teacher awaits a response to the unheard question, you blurt out the first proper noun that pops into your head. “The Northwest Ordinance of 1787?” Fingers crossed, you look sheepishly towards the podium, doing your best to determine whether your answer was correct or... but what’s this? What strange mix of emotions is flooding your teacher’s face? If you’re having trouble decoding the facial expressions of SHS faculty, fret not! Here’s a guide to some of the most commonly misinterpreted looks, trademarked by Scituate High School’s teachers.
Ms. Lesniak: The ‘Twisted Duck’
If you’ve had the privilege of taking a course with Ms. Lesniak, it’s more than likely that you’ve encountered this expression, coined by enthusiastic Model UN members in years past. A probable response to a misworded question or controversial remark, junior Ben Mclarey says that when he sees this face, he knows “that [he] just made a stupid comment,” and that “she’s just trying not to flat out say that [he’s] wrong,” but there’s more to this look than one might think. Ms. Lesniak herself said that the ‘Twisted Duck’ is “not always negative,” and that it’s often a response to “when someone says something really good, and [she] wants to figure out how to make it worthwhile for everybody.” An expression which many connotate with incorrect or poorly-worded answers, it’s important to note that this is not always the case. So next time you encounter the ‘Twisted Duck’ in your U.S. History class, don’t curl up into the fetal position in fear, for you might have struck gold.
Mr. Swett: The ‘Tunnel Vision’
Many of Mr. Swett’s students consider him to be a quirky guy, but when it comes to his famous mannerisms, ‘Tunnel Vision’ is the most notorious. Cupping his hands around his eyes to blot out any outside distractions, Ms. Lesniak classifies her colleague’s mannerism as a sign of “thinking critically or being overwhelmed.” Junior Jack Sullivan takes the gesticulation as an indication that “he’s trying really hard to figure out whether to answer a question or let us figure it out on our own.” “It kind of makes everyone nervous” he says, as no
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body wants to be the first to speak afterwards. Mr. Swett states that when students see Tunnel Vision, it “means [he is] searching for a thought or a way to communicate it.” He believes that it’s important to think deeply on a subject instead of spouting the first answer that comes to mind, and that taking your time when answering a question is not something to be ashamed of. “I hope they know that it’s something worth doing”, he said thoughtfully. Many consider Mr. Swett to Junior Ben Mclarey recreates Ms. Lesniak’s “Twisted Duck” face. Photo by Katie be harsh in his responses to inWhelan correct or poorly thought-out answers, but he claims that this isn’t something that upsets him. Mr. Swett wants his students to take their time in developing interesting and productive conclusions regarding new material, analyzing and rethinking an idea before presenting it to the class. This message is a vital part of succeeding in any course at SHS, and its application is not limited to an academic environment.
Ms. Harwood: The ‘Cat Face’
Ms. Harwood’s class is chock full of sarcasm and offbeat humor, but there’s always a sense of seriousness when it comes to critical thinking. While analyzing and interpreting literature, students constantly voice their opinions regarding the subject at hand. Of course, alongside opinions come questions, and Ms. Harwood, much like Mr. Swett, likes to take her time in assessing inquiries and input from students. This is where the ‘Cat Face’ comes into play. Mrs. Harwood’s most widely-recognized mannerism is a kind of combination of the ‘Twisted Duck’ and ‘Tunnel Vision’. “She scrunches her nose, squints her eyes and tilts her head” said junior Kelsey Latwas. When asked to comment, Mrs. Harwood offered a helpful piece of advice for her students. “Seeing that face could encourage students to take time in developing their responses,” she said, implying that the answers which prompt the Cat Face’s presence may not be very well thought-out. “Being thoughtful and contemplating is something I’ve learned from my many cats,” she said recounting on her own learning experiences as a critical thinker. Evaluating what students and teachers have to say regarding the many mannerisms of the SHS faculty, teachers’ expression are often mistaken for something they’re not. However, if correctly assessed, they may hold a helpful hint on how to improve your class participation, so make sure to keep an eye out for any out-of-the-ordinary glances your teacher might be shooting you.
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“First we go to work together at Dunkin’ Donuts, then we go to Bay State gym, then we go to CreYo,” said Charlene. “Ya and sometimes we go to TKs Being inseparable may take a too or we go to the mall,” said Monique toll on some people- they can At Dunkin’ Donuts Monique described become annoyed their work exand aggravated perience as a by everything place to bond, that their other but they might half says or does. be socializing But on some rare too much. occasions, there “We think are exceptions. it goes good” When you cannot said Monique think of your life “but everybody without your best gets so mad.” friend in it, then One time a true companwhile working, ionship has been Charlene said, formed. “ We were Monique Montalking to custeiro and Charlene tomers and we Jones are seniors Seniors Monique and Charlene are were hitting at Scituate high inseperable. Photo courtesy of Monique Monteiro each other the school and won’t whole time.” be seen without each other. If they could do anything in the They knew of each other in world, they would move in and go to Gates, but they officially met college together, and go to Mexico. and started hanging out freshRegarding college, Monique wants to man year. Regarding her first go to Newberry College to study interior impression of Charlene, Mo- design. Charlene said, “Whatever we do, nique said, “I thought she we’ll do it together. Even if we’re homewas a cool person. She has less, we’ll be homeless together. We’ll the same like morals as me so share a box.” like, she’s fun.” Monique and Charlene have a plan “We’re never apart, and I where they’ll get married to their sigmean that,” said Charlene, nificant other and make their son and “We’re together at school, daughter have kids. Monique said, every single class, we go to “When we get married she’ll have a son work together, then we have and I’ll have a daughter and our kids are sleepovers. We’re together gonna have kids and they’ll be the most too much, it’s weird. But since beautiful kids in the world.” we’re so similar, we don’t get Charlene said, “So we’ll have the same sick of each other.” grandkids.” “It’s gonna happen,” MoNormally, a relationship like nique said. this would seem over attached In the future Charlene and Monique and clingy, but not in Char- plan to live in the same house. lene and Monique’s case. “We will live in one of those multi“We both love ourselves so houses,” said Monique “and the doors I mean let’s love each other,” that separate the houses will be gone.” said Monique. The girls hope to have kids at the same Monique and Charlene both age so that they could go to school toparticipated in art club and gether and be just as close as they are international club their junior now. year. Outside of their school Monique and Charlene are potentially activities Charlene and Mo- two of the closest people at SHS. Surnique are very active, filling rounding their relationship Monique their day with a specific regi- said, “She is my sister. I think people men of activities. think it’s weird that we hang out so much Kyle Rodrigues & Liz Harriman Assistant Photo Editor & Co-Director of Advertising
but it’s because we enjoy each other’s company way too much. We’re legit the same person we sometimes finish each other’s thoughts. Sometimes we give each other this look and we both know what we’re thinking and we just laugh.” Charlene feels the same way, and she said, “She’s like my big sister
Page 15 and I’m her baby sister. We give each other advice, we’re each other’s therapist, beauty consultant, and fashion divas. She’s my other half, it’s kind of scary.” Charlene and Monique will be best friends forever, and they are excited to share their story with the public. “Oh my god I’m gonna be so famous” said Charlene “it’s like we’re in a magazine or something like Tyra.”
Freshman Abduction: Lily Genduso Caroline Giovannucci, Features Editor Have you seen this Vine? Rachel Antos, Director of Advertising (Shows video of Jonah Hill and Nikki Margeson, Staff Writer Channing Tatum twerking)
How’s your freshman year going? -Good, I like it a lot better than Gates! Doesn’t everybody... What’s your opinion of Miley Cyrus? -She’s crazy! I like Hannah Montana a lot better. Good, Hannah Montana’s our GIRL.
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Thoughts on 21 Jump Street? -Very funny! What about Channing Tatum? -Man crush Monday! Facebook or Instagram? -Instagram What kind of things do you Instagram? -Landscapes. I try to be artsy.
Do you think she’s just being Miley? Are you excited -Yes, she’s doing her. Freshman Lily Genduso flashes her beauti- for the Pep Rally? ful smile. photo by Nikki Margeson -Yeah, I’ve What’s your heard they’re fun! favorite Miley Cyrus song? Oh they are. -I like Wrecking Ball. We LOVE Wrecking Ball! Would you consider yourself a Superfan? Will you twerk for us now? -I’m getting there! -I’m not very good at it! You have plenty of time. What’s your Halloween costume Do you have any pets? this year? -I wish I had a dog, but I have -Probably a cat. That’s what I a cat. am every year. That’s what you are every year? -I stick with the basics. Twitter or Vine? -Vine Oooh KILLEMMM.
Are you modeling your cat for Halloween? -*laughter* Not my cat, but a random cat. You should be your cat, we like your style Lily.
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Meet the new addit Where did you go to school undergraduate and graduate? I went to undergraduate at Northeastern and graduate at Simmons.
Ms. Barr
Maddie Gillespie Staff Writer
Favorites TV SHOW: any crime show (NCIS, Law & Order, Criminal Minds) MOVIE: Shawshank Redepmtion, The Time Travelers Wife BOOK: In Cold Blood, Alice in Wonderland
What do you teach or what is your position here? I teach English, freshman and seniors. What were you doing last year at this time? At grad school studying and working like a mad-woman. What do you like most about teaching at SHS? I love my students, the kids are great. I also love my teacher colleagues. My 10 minute commute doesn’t hurt either. Do you have any pets? Yes, I have a kitten named Chloe. She’s a rescue cat.
Where did you go to school- undergraduate and graduate? Clark University for my undergraduate and graduate.
Ms. Carvalo
Caroline Giovannucci Features Editor
Favorites TV SHOW: Breaking Bad MOVIE: Last Train Home BOOK: A Separate Piece is his favorite book to teach. To read, anything by the author Joyce Carol Oates
What do you teach or what is your position here? Two Freshmen English I CP, Two Freshmen English I Honors, and one Sophomore English II CP. What were you doing last year at this time? I was working in Worcester, Massachusetts student teaching freshmen at South High School.
Mr. Raymond
Alyssa Pasini
Managing Editor
Favorites
TV SHOW: Top Gear- UK version MOVIE: Persona (it’s Swedish) BOOK: Middlemarch by George Eliot Where did you go to school? Villanova University for undergraduate, and then Brown University for graduate school
What do you teach or what is your position here? English teacher aka Child Wrangler What were you doing last year at this time? Teaching in Providence, RI What do you like the most about working at SHS? Kids say a lot of funny things here and students get a lot of freedom but don’t take advantage of it, which is cool. What was your most embarrassing and/or memorable moment as a student? I gave my teacher a nervous breakdown in sixth grade by spilling paint in reading class, she ended up crying.
Mr. Chamberlain
Isabel Martin News Editor
Favorites
TV SHOW: Sports Center MOVIE: Lord of the Rings BOOK: Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand Where did you go to schoolundergraduate and graduate? University of New Hampshire What do you teach or what is your position here? History teacher - U.S. I and World II What were you doing last year at this time? Last year I was in grad school and doing a long term substitute position in Canton. What do you like the most about working at SHS? The people- I’ve met a lot of awesome people so far, helpful, kind, willing to help out the new guy.
What do you think is unique about the SHS community? It is very close knit...It’s alMore ways to stay connected with the Scituation! most just like a big family. It’s small enough so you can Follow us on Facebook: What do you like the most about make connections quickly the Scituation and not get lost. working at SHS?
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ions to the SHS Staff Where did you go to school- undergraduate and graduate? Saint Anselm
What did you teach or what is your position here? History, Social Studies, World History and US II
Mr. Matisoff Chloe Ewanouski Staff Writer
Favorites TV SHOW: Homeland MOVIE: Toy Story BOOK: The Kite Runner
What were you doing last year at this time? Teaching at Milton High What do you like the most about working at SHS? I like how students respect and enjoy teachers here. What was your most embarrassing and/ or memorable moment as a student? Umm in the 8th grade I was forced to be in a debate in front of the whole school and I forgot my argument and I was booed.
Where did you go to school- undergraduate and graduate? For my undergrad I went to Amherst College, and for my graduate I went to UMass.
Mr. Kimball
Caroline Giovannucci
Features Editor
Favorites TV SHOW: Pawn Stars or Star Trek Next Generation MOVIE: The Matrix. (The second one was ok, the third left a lot hanging) BOOK: Jurassic Park. He’s read the book about four times and has seen the movie in theaters seven times.
What do you teach or what is your position here? Chemistry and biology What were you doing last year at this time? Beginning my student teaching What do you like the most about working at SHS? The students, the administration, the people I work with, the parents, everyone takes school here seriously and makes it such a good place. What do you think is unique about the SHS community? It’s a rare quality. This school takes pride in academics and I walked in last year to check it out and students are so happy going to classes and just the merit and trophies just shows the Scituate pride. Other schools take pride, but Scituate really shows it.
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Katie Whelan Photo Editor
Favorites
TV SHOW: Real Housewives of Beverly Hills MOVIE: Phanton of the Opera
BOOK: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks Where did you go to school- undergraduate and graduate? I went to Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for my bachelors degree. Then I went to Framingham State University for my masters, and to Bridgewater State University for my CAGS degree. What do you teach or what is your position here? I am the head of the science department, along with teaching the Anatomy & Physiology course. What were you doing last year at this time? This time last year I was working at Hanover High School in an administrative ‘stem’ position as the head of the math and science departments. What do you like the most about working at SHS? What I like the most about working at SHS would be the community in general. There are a lot of respectful people here.
Ms. Messner Lindsay Curran Archivist
Favorites
TV SHOW: Downton Abbey BOOK: A Fine Balance
Where did you go to school? For undergraduate and graduate? I went to University of Connecticut for undergraduate and Boston University for graduate school
Ms. Olander
Nikki Margeson Staff Writer
Favorites
TV SHOW: Chopped & The Office MOVIE: 21 Jump Street BOOK: La Sombra del Viento Where did you go to schoolundergraduate and graduate? Boston College What do you teach or what is your position here? Spanish What were you doing last year at this time? I was student teaching at Archbishop Williams High School What do you like the most about working at SHS? How friendly everybody is - I’m just so amazed at how nice and friendly everyone is, everyone just wants to say hi
in the hallway, it’s great!
What do you teach? What is your position here? I teach freshman World History, sophomore US History, and Literacy Lab What were you doing last year around this time? I was teaching eighth grade World History
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Easy, quick, and creative costume ideas for Halloween Miranda Lan Op-Ed Editor
With the first of college applications due and Homecoming coming up, things have been busy. Picking out a Halloween costume is usually not a first priority of a student, but necessary for a good Halloween. Being in a rush for an actually creative and quality Halloween costume is not ideal, but it can work. A mime is always quick and easy, just dressing in black, painting your face white and painting around your eyes black. The best part is that if you go to party you don’t have to talk to people.
The 50s are an iconic era and easy to dress for. Any guy just needs a white T-shirt, faded jeans, a leather jacket, and hair gel and they’re set. You and your friends can go as the cast from the famous novel and movie, “The Outsiders.” Any girl can raid the drama closet for a big full skirt or if you want to go expensive, empty your bank account for one full skirt from American Apparel to be a 50s girl, or be one of the girls from “Grease” to be specific. “The best and easiest costumes to come up with for Halloween are definitely decade costumes,” agreed senior, Tori Litchfield. Any person can pick the 50s, 60s, 70s, or 80s and dress accordingly to that decade. A person can also incorporate a famous movie from that time
period also. For the 80s, you can be Molly Ringwald from “Sixteen Candles” by going to a thrift store, like “Savers,” and picking out the largest pink dress you can find. Since Scituate is the most Irish town in America, dressing like a leprechaun can come twice a year, on Halloween and St. Patty’s Day. By dressing in all green, and even painting your face green if you really want to go all-out, being a leprechaun for Halloween is an easy and cheap costume. Switching gender clothes can get old easily, so instead try borrowing clothes from your grandmother or grandfather. Although they might not be stylish, being a grandma can be a fun and comfy way of dressing up. Also, you might even bond with your grandparent better when they
think that you actually like their style. You could even dress like your grandparents on vacation and be an embarrassing tourist, fanny packs and all. Senior Shannon Whalen adds, “I’ve raided my grandmother’s closet before in order to find a funny Halloween costume. Not only is it cheap, but it’s an easy costume to wear.” Overall, it doesn’t matter what you wear to a Halloween party, as long as you have fun doing it, kicking off the holiday season right. The right costume can start off a great night.
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How will you spend this Halloween? Amanda Mendes& Maddie Gillespie Health&Wellness Editor & Staff Writer Handing out candy
Do you have a boyfriend or girlfriend?
Yes
No
Do you have your license? No
Team Edward or Team Jacob? Jacob
Bacon
Go as bacon this Halloween because you are laidback and chill.
Watching scary movies
Trick or Treating
Are you going with friends or taking a little sibling? Friends
If you got egged on Halloween would you call it a night or seek revenge?
When trick or treating do you take a handful or just one piece? Handful
One
Hocus Pocus
Exorcist
Sibling
Yes
The Exorcist or Hocus Pocus?
Edward
Yes
Witch
Try dressing as a witch because you are sneaky and fearless.
Sweet or sour candy? Sweet
Revenge
Have you ever tee-peed a house?
Call it a night
Sour
No
Do you save your candy or eat it in one night?
Save it
Eat it
Gorilla
Princess
Wear a princess costume because you are super sweet and soft spoken.
Trick-or-treat as a gorilla because you are wild and outgoing.
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Halloween’s full of devilish tricks, but are video games the root of all evil? Robert Connelly Webmaster
Days after the Navy Yard shooting, some new information surfaced about the shooter, Aaron Alexis. Americans learned about his job, his home life, and his possible motives. But there was one aspect about him that apparently stood out to news organizations around the nation: his avid obsession with video games. It’s no secret that this topic has been collectively attacked by news agencies for over a decade, but were these attacks justified? The problem
these articles bring to the forefront is that modern news sites aren’t looking to report the news, but rather to perpetuate problems the general public perceives as relevant in order to gain publicity. They know that someone’s mom will read the article and hear that video games can drive someone to mass murder. This makes them go on to share it on their Facebook wall so that other parents will see it and generate more ad revenue for the site. This means people view the sites advertisements, making money for the company because of exaggerated title.. It’s textbook sensationalism, where news organizations exploit a minor aspect of
the suspect’s life to grab the attention of the reader. It’s an age-old news technique that can actually hurt an industry, and often does. It’s quite obvious that consumption of violent media is pretty high in America, but why is this subject focused on so heavily by the news when as of 2011, according to a study by The Entertainment Software Association, 72% of Americans had a video game of some form in their home? It is essentially useless to focus on an activity that nearly three quarters of the nation plays, but that won’t stop the media. Junior Joseph Downing said “I don’t think violent games influence kids, and I hope the news doesn’t think kids are
that impressionable.” The bottom line is that violent video games are played by all kinds of people. Of course, a few of them may have a few screws loose. The fact that a shooter has video games in their house shouldn’t be the focal point of the media, rather the fact that they were so mentally unstable that they would commit the crime in the first place. The sooner the media learns this, the sooner we can put old assumptions to bed.
Many people are quick to blame video games for human violence, but are video games really the problem?. Photo by Kyle Rodrigues.
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Trick or Treat: Are we too old for either? Chloe Ewanouski Staff Writer For the past 100 years, trick-or-treating has been a popular tradition throughout the United States. Americans take the tradition from the Celtic celebrations and rituals which consist of people dressing up as creatures, performing in return for food and drinks. In the U.S., Halloween has been a holiday for children to dress up, walk door to door, and fill their pillow cases with candy. As October 31 stamps the calendar each year, the spirit is the same. Jack-olanterns line doorsteps and leaves cover lawns, catalogues and commercials advertise the latest costumes, but one thing does change: your age. How old can you be before your trickor-treating days are over? Is it okay for high school students to trick-or-treat?
Junior Corey Murray said, “Yes because there is no other way to celebrate Halloween.” For many it is a day of acting in disguise, getting free candy, seeing all of the costumes that come to your door,
like partying, egging, and T-Ping.” As an adult in the town of Scituate, art teacher Ms. Hendrickson was in agreement with Christian Brady. She said “It’s okay for high school kids to trick-or-treat as long as they dress up. It keeps them out of doing other bad things, like more of the tricking rather than treating.” Maybe it matters where high school kids trick-or-treat more than if they trick-or-treat. Places like the harbor are centered more around children under the age of ten. However places like Minot and Sand Hills fill up with kids of all ages. Students across SHS are deciding whether or not they are too old Some believe it is to trick or treat. Drawing by Chloe Ewanouski the teens that continue to trick-or-treat that and feeling like a child again. get into these types of shenanigans. Another advocate for trick-or- Maybe it is the thrill of going door treating is junior Christian Brady, to door that fades each year and rewho said, “Trick-or-treating keeps quires kids to fill this void with misyou away from doing bad things chief. You are out at night, roam-
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ing the streets and no one knows who you are under your mask. The name of the holiday alone seems to persuade trickery. Are there eggs in pillow cases and baskets rather than candy? From the perspective of math teacher Ms. McGlynn, she said “Yes high school students are too old. It’s something fun for children, and high school kids are young adults.” Because it is a holiday meant for children, “it may be frowned upon” said junior Stephen Payne regarding knocking on doors to receive free candy. The question may not be “are high school kids too old to trick-or-treat?” It may more be about the intentions high school students have when they go out on the night of the 31st that make trick-ortreating appropriate or not.
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Caroline Giovannucci discovered. Also, a huge por- Features Editor tion of the technology used in Whatever happened to the classroom is not through the good old days? It seems personal devices but videos or like technology has been takpresentations projected for eving over our lives and more eryone to see. importantly, our education. Not only do students find These days it seems as though themselves enjoying classroom all the Scituate School system time more is trywhen using to do ing techis to see n o l o g y, how much but teachtechnolers find it ogy they extremely can install helpful without as well. going over Substitute budget. teacher SmartCarolyn boards C i u l l a SHS’s ideal 21st century classroom is shaping up and iPsaid, “I in room 223. Mr. Parkin’s desks are suited for easy ads can think it en- movement and group work and the SmartBoard be found makes posting class notes easy, but not everyone gages the loves the changes in teachnology. Photo by Katie Whelan around students every cormore and it’s an upbeat way to ner. So we save a little paper, get the students motivated.” but at what cost? Of course The Huffington Post reported this new technology does a survey indicating that techhave its benefits, but it also nology in the classroom is not has just as many negatives. only favored with students and A new school policy is that teachers, but with parents as students can use their phones well. The poll surveyed 883 at lunch. It’s great if you need parents and 812 K-12 teachers. to let your parents know that The results of the survey indiyou’re missing a folder or cated that 96% of teachers and homework. Unfortunately, 91% of parent’s believe that kids now are spending most adding technology as a part of of their lunch times with their the learning curriculum is an faces glued to the screen, makimportant aspect of the educaing it more difficult to socialize tion students are receiving. as they did before when they The decision to add technolwere fine hiding their phones ogy to the classroom is now a away and just sneaking a peak more upcoming and popular as the teachers walked past. Seidea for many schools. It renior Matt Basler said, “Twitter flects the modern and rapidly might just be one of the most growing society that we live in addicting things.” So addicting and gives students the opportuthat instead of catching up on nity to comprehend the material gossip from the day and makin various ways. Technology in ing plans for after school facethe classroom is something that to-face, students are instead should be a part of every classchecking what Miley Cyrus’ room in order to keep up with latest tweet says or playing anlife outside of the classroom.
other round of Candy Crush. In most classrooms we rely on projectors and Smartboards in order for our lessons to go on. Printouts and whiteboard writing have decreased over time. The problem occurs when you rely too much on this. In Ms.True’s classroom, the lesson plan has changed many times due to the fact that the projector wasn’t working the way it needed to be and Ms. True was unable to give the powerpoint or show the video she had prepared. Gates Intermediate School is facing more challenges than the high school seems to be. In Mr.Robinson’s history classes at Gates, along with others, he uses the “bring your own device” method. This allows students to use their cell phones, tablets or laptops during class. “I didn’t even have a cell phone in middle school and now these kids are encouraged to bring them in!” sophomore Lizzie Anderson states. Robinson discusses his biggest problem in this is “equity.” Some kids don’t have phones, some have electronics that are junk, some kids have specialized laptops. It all puts kids on different levels and abilities during class. “They can’t engage at the same level at the same time,” Robinson said. Bringing in some technology can be good for a school, as long as it isn’t taken overboard. With all this new technology, it’s hard to make sure all students receive an equal education when they all have different technological resources for it. In a world that is becoming more and more electronic based, it is still important to be able to rely on a good old pencil or pen.
Meredith Sullivan Production Manager Instead of teachers yelling at students to put away their cell phones, many are now inviting them to make their electronic devices as part of the classroom experience. Whether it’s watching videos online, using a cell phone to look up needed information, or practicing techniques such as ‘Flip the Classroom,’ technology has now become a more common part of the modern day classroom at SHS. Being allowed to use technology in the classroom makes school a more realistic experience. In the real world and outside of the classroom, it is very unlikely for a student to pull out a textbook to look up the answer. A cell phone or other electronic device gives students the opportunity to quickly find the information needed in a more familiar manner. Junior Mia Broderick said, “It’s faster than looking in a book and it’s more convenient and accurate.” Technology not only makes the classroom realistic and modern, but also more engaging for students. It gives them a break from writing down definitions and flipping the pages in a never ending textbook to find the answer. By watching a video, or looking something up online, students can switch it up and use their everyday devices in a useful and helpful manner. Though it may give an unfair disadvantage to students who don’t own a smartphone or other device that allows them to quickly access the internet, those particular students are not hindered from the learning the information. They are not able to participate as directly as the other students, but they are still taking in the information being
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Casey McCormack Public Relations Manager Timeless. Classic. Transcending age groups and lifestyles. All are synonymous with the word “preppy.” Individualists across SHS are crying out, claiming that the overwhelming amount of pastel strutting down the hallway is just another fad, a clan of students conforming to the current style, waiting for the next trend to take over. What is their definition of conformity? Sticking to a singular brand or style, to establish an image. Please, whine about this concept some more while you adjust your Urban Outfitters hipster chic flannel, and- hold on to your overpriced wayfarer glasses- your skirt from Salvation Army. So what if a boy wants to wear his “seersucker club shorts” to class? This doesn’t make him less tough, it makes him who he is. If you wear Nantucket Reds because you’ve vacationed there every summer with your family since you were five, no one should judge you. The shorts are as much a part of who they are as a shirt advertising a favorite band. High school is a time of defining your identity, and although image isn’t everything, it’s a great way to start getting a sense of “who you are”. This style is no trend, let’s take a deeper look. People have been wearing the “classic” look long before crosses were printed upside down on neon crop tops. American film stars like Grace Kelly and Audrey Hepburn immortalized the classic, preppy look in the early 1940s, while the look associated today with “hipsters” originated in the 60s and 70s with the flower power movement and Vietnam Protests. An enormous benefit of the preppy look is that it truly transcends all generations, as well as situations. Take first Lady Jackie Kennedy as an example. Hailed as a style icon even today, Kennedy’s look was based in the timeless brands
and styles of Lily Pulitzer and Alyssa Pasini Chanel. Kennedy was constantly in Managing Editor the public eye, entertaining foreign diplomats, attending philanthropic New England has always been events. known Anfor its o t h e r preppy benefit to style-the prepfrom the py look growth would be of “Vinethe actuy a r d al stores Vines” to that are other Ivy associLeague ated with styles-the look. preppiY e s , ness has t h e s e now takstores en over can be the South expenShore. s i v e . Junior Mike Pitten supports the preppy movement, while W h i l e There is senior Allie Benkart rocks a hipster chic look. Photo by Katie s o m e no deny- Whelan might ing that. a rg u e But, really, the sale section can that the style is “cute” and makes be your best friend. The clothes you look clean and professionat stores like Vineyard Vines and al, it’s also expensive and can J.Crew although seemingly ex- sometime assert an elitist vibe. pensive, can definitely be found If you want to buy the newest at a good price. Not only that, the pullover at Vineyard Vines, it’s gostores provide fantastic customer ing to cost you at least $125. Want service, with employees that re- a belt to hold up those pastel pants? member your name. It’s going to be $49.95 if you want Now, those brand names may it complete with the lobster patmake your wallets cringe and hide, tern. Not only are these “exclusive but there is no need to spend an items” overpriced, but the quality absurd amount of money that is is only halfway decent. If you are traditionally associated with the willing to spend $225 on a coat “preppy” look. You can find the al- just because of the brand, why most exact same type of clothes in wouldn’t you invest in something a J. Crew as in a Marshall’s. “I feel more specific to the need, such like preppy is more about being as The North Face, which equips classy, and put together than being you with internal thermal heaters wealthy,” said senior Pat Golden. and will actually keep you warm. So, if you find yourself judg- There is a difference between saving someone for rocking a pair of ing your money and spending it “Whale Embroidered Corduroy on nice quality clothes, and wastClub Pants”, please stop. Those ing on your money all on a name tiny blue whales aren’t hurting brand just for the sake of the label. you; they’re just swimming along Senior Allie Benkart said, “Do on a pair of pink pants. Now on you think of preppy boys getting the other hand, anything violently spiked or studded could actually cause bodily harm. You may want to put that away, like right now.
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in fights? It makes boys seem less tough.” Some preppy styles could make a boy seem feminine; however, a select few can pull it off. The preppy style also places a limit on an individual’s personality. Benkart said, “The thing with preppiness is everyone looks the same and is trying to fit a certain image. Wear what you want, but don’t wear something just because everyone else is or because it has a label.” There are so many different styles out there that are also cute and unique for a lower price. If you go on a shopping hunt at Marshalls, TJ Maxx, or even Savers, there is a guarantee that you will find something that you won’t see on another person in the hallways, it will only cost you between $10-$20. Some people think that the preppy style also projects an elitist vibe, and maybe that’s because of the prices and the way it is advertised. In many magazines you will always find attractive people modeling Polo, having fun with other rich attractive people. Wouldn’t you want to be one of them? However spending hundreds of dollars on these designer clothes is only going to drain your wallet. Junior Jillian Palubicki said, “Wearing preppy clothes to create a persona is something people at Scituate High don’t know how to break out of. It’s only a trend, and I’m just waiting for what’s next.” So if you are going for the “Country Club” look because you genuinely believe it suits your personality the best, go for it. Everyone has the right to wear what they want. But if you’re wearing it because of the label, or to make it known that you can afford those clothes, you might want to consider ditching the “Whale Embroidered Corduroy Club Pants” for something a little more unique and less expensive.
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Miley Cyrus: transforming her image Kyle Rodrigues Assistant Photo Editor
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With two stubby, blond pigtails on the top of her head, Miley Cyrus was ready to take the VMA’s by storm. The stomach of a big, brown, hairy teddy bear opened up and Cyrus exited with her tongue hanging out of her mouth. Wearing a nude colored top and bottom and singing her single, “We Can’t Stop”, Miley exemplified her new persona on stage and people still cannot stop talking about her racy performance. Cyrus started out as a child star on the show Hannah Montana, which aired from 2006 to 2011. Miley upheld her “good girl” personality until she decided to dye her hair blond and cut it short. This was when fans started to question her actions. Regarding her newly formed persona senior Emily Podurgiel said, “I love her music, hate her hair.” By not having a childhood to act out on, Cyrus matured quickly as an adoles-
cent pop star. She is seizing Cyrus’s new album the opportunity as a famous “BANGERZ” was released on 20 year old to make her mark October 8th and reached numon the world. Even though her ber one on the iTunes album public image has changed, her chart within the first ten minintentions are still the same. utes. Two singles- “We Can’t In the documentary “Miley: Stop” and “Wrecking Ball”The Movement,” Cyrus says, were dropped before its re“I’m the same human. I’ve lease. Both were popular and got the same heart I had five reached the number one spot years ago… It’s a growth, it’s on the iTunes singles chart, a change.” but people The continue to 2013 MTV feel animosVideo Muity towards sic Awards her. Cyrus was a pivis making otal moamazing mument in sic for people M i l e y ’s to enjoy and career and is being hers ign if ied self - somea change thing that in the she could amount of not do bepublic and fore because media atof her childtention she hood career. received. Senior Shortly afM e a g a n Cyrus is working on transforming her image from a ter her perHodges said, sqeaky clean teen to a rebellious adult. Photo courtesy of formance, MCT Campus News Service “Every Dispeople ney Channel said that it was offensive and Star goes down this path, this disgusting, but she was ex- is not new. You do you, Mipressing herself. In her doc- ley… Like O.K., it’s kind of umentary she said that she weird that she’s naked on a thinks it’s funny how people wrecking ball, but honestly it’s take her performance serious. not a huge issue and there are She said, “You might as well other things we can focus on.” make them talk for two weeks The documentary, “Miley: rather than two seconds.” The Movement,” aired Oct. 2
and portrayed Cyrus’s transformation over the past decade. Her connection to her fans, ability to cope with negative opinions, and passion for music was obvious. All of her actions have a bigger and deeper meaning, and during the show she said, “I don’t apologize for anything. I’m always gonna do something different… This is all thought out in my mind. Every decision goes into a bigger plan… I was born to become who I am right now.” Cyrus has proven to be one of the most talented and rational young women in the entertainment industry. She makes smart decisions to boost her career and ignores the negative attention she receives from people. Her perseverance and individuality are two of the reasons why she is both loved and hated - but the hate will soon die down and people will learn to love the new Miley Cyrus.
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Making headlines for all the wrong reasons: has Miley gone too far? Kate McCormack Staff Writer
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She can’t stop, and she won’t stop...being a little bit crazy. It is no longer recent news that Miley Cyrus has been on a mission to revamp her image. The widely successful pop star is openly making a huge effort to move away from her Disney roots and into a character that she refers to as who she truly is. It is a great thing in life to be who you truly are, be unique and be comfortable with yourself, which is exactly what Miley claims to be doing. However, this point is hard to defend when people remember all of the years she spent as Hannah Montana, the sweet, wholesome star of a Disney channel show living the best of both worlds. The fan base that Cyrus gained while playing Miley Stewart and Hannah Montana on her show was largely made up of young elementary school aged children. These girls and boys
looked up to Miley, knew all scandal in more ways than one. the words to her songs, had In her single We Can’t Stop, MiHannah Montana T-shirts, ley sings about “dancing with folders, wigs and everything molly,” and “tryna get a line in else a fan could ever need. the bathroom,” clear references One of the biggest prob- to the use of the drugs molly, lems with Miley changing a form of ecstasy, and cocaine, up her image is these fans, both of which Cyrus has admitwho are now young middle ted to being intended in her song. school and high schoolers. In the video for the song, MiMedia is ley dances highly inaround profluential in vocatively the lives and in a of teenagfashion that ers as they is far too look to sexualized celebrities for many of for style her younger and a varifans. Cyrus ety of othopenly ader ideas. mits to parIt has betying when come an she is only accepted 20 years notion in old, making society all of the that if cecrazy parlebrities tying she is are doing Miley used to be known for her high fashion and whole- doing illesomething, some dresses, not to mention her Disney days, is all gal, sending that behund her? Photo courtesy of MCT Campus News Service that somea message to thing must her fans that be pretty cool. Junior Kait- it is okay to do illegal activities. lin Forsythe said, “I think Junior Kate MacCune said, “I that it’s gross especially be- think she’s acting this way because she has such a young cause she feels that’s the only fan base and they are all see- way people are gonna listen to ing this and it’s really bad her music and become part of her for such a young audience.” fan base and seem popular beMiley’s new songs scream cause she wants to branch away
from that Disney image but I don’t know. I’m not really in to it.” To add even more scandal, Miley “came in like a wrecking ball,” and completely wrecked the shambles of innocence left in her image. She did so with both her complete nudity in the video for her new single Wrecking Ball, as well as her extremely suggestive dancing at the MTV Video Music Awards in late August. Christian Brady, an SHS Junior said, “I’d say she went a little off the deep end...” It is difficult to defend Miley’s new behavior especially because of the message she is sending to her young fans about how young women should act and behave. I am not saying that it is wrong to be yourself and that Miley should hide who she really is, but I think she isn’t being mindful of the effects she could have on the young kids who are her fans.
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overall better for my body” Similar to this is the vegetarian diet. In this case you would only eat non- meat products. Different, to the vegan, you could eat eggs, milk or butter. “I just don’t love meat,” said senior Leah Donnelly “I don’t love the texture. It can be a struggle to make sure I’m eating enough but I’d rather that than eat meat!” While Donnelly does not eat meat at all, it is a trend for some vegetarians to eat fish. This idea is known as “prescatarian”. Art teacher Ms. Pace follows this regimen and explained that it comes from a Mediterranean descent. “It’s one of the healthiest diets,” said Ms. Pace. “I think my strong immune system, low BMI, and overall quality of life is directly benefitted
from this diet”. These diets, while similar, have different health effects. Everyone can probably agree that people on these diets are generally healthier than those who eat commonly fast food and junk. These diets could be the right choice for a high school student who is looking to feel generally healthier and more energetic. Trying one of these diets could be a great lifestyle choice, and when you end up feeling better, more awake and more productive in class, you might prove that you really are what you eat.
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to spice up your school lunch. The first option is a chicken pita sandwich. This sandwich is super If you ask a majority of the easy to make and can be prepared students at Scituate High the night before for a quick grab in School what their favorite the morning. All you need is 2 prepart of the school day is, cooked, boneless chicken breasts, many of them would reply, salt and pepper, 1/4 cup of nonfat lunch. Lunch is the time to plain yogurt, 1/2 small cucumber take a break from classes, diced and a pita pocket. First, use socialize with friends, and the yogurt as an alternative to maycatch up on onnaise. This any of the will cancel out latest gosa number of unsip. Hownecessary fats ever, lunch and add protein is also the to your meal. time to Then, add in the refuel for chicken, cucumthe rest Take a bite into this delicious wrap, no ber, salt, pepper of the day need for a big meal, enjoy a smalAler and your lunch is and for the treat. Photo courtesy of MCT Campus made. Add some News Service activities healthy trail mix that follow. With busy to balance out each food group. lives and fast metabolism, Trail mix can be healthy when the many teenagers don’t feel right ingredients are added, like the need to eat healthy, dried fruit, raisins, unsalted nuts, although when you do, it and dark chocolate. helps your body fight off For all those pasta lovers out germs, stay energized, and there, a great meal for school is perform your best in the green pasta salad. The ingredients classroom and on the field. include 1 cup of pasta shells, 2 tsp of Healthy eating doesn’t need italian dressing, 1/4 cup feta cheese, to be boring either. Here 1/8 cup olives, and 5 halved cherry our some delicious options tomatoes. Using Italian dressing reCara McConaughey Social Media Coordinator
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Healthy Snack Ideas: Almond butter and apples Mary’s Pretzel sticks natural pretzels (made with sesame seeds instead of white flour) Kind Bars Hummus and Carrots, Pita Bread Celery and Peanut Butter
duces the fats and carbs that are often found in creamy dressings, like ceaser. Once the pasta is cooked and cooled, add in the cheese, olives, tomatoes, dressing and put it in tupperware, you’re all set for lunch. The best part about this lunch is that it can be eaten cool, and doesn’t need to be kept hot during school. Gluten free junior, Grace Harrington agrees that, “gluten free pasta is really good for you and tastes good. I never feel that healthy eating restricts my diet.” Another easy lunch option is a turkey wrap. A way to jazz up this simple wrap is to choose flavored wraps. Spinach wraps and tomato wraps add flavor and nutrients which are far better than white wraps that have processed flour and preservatives. Instead of mayonnaise or mustard, use hummus as a base, an all natural dip made from chickpeas and high in protein. Then, add black olives, red bell peppers, avocado and any other vegetables. If you’re looking for a meat to add to the wrap, lean proteins like turkey are the way to
go. Many protein-rich foods are high in saturated fats, raising cholesterol. Lean proteins provide the benefits of protein without the fat. Junior Emma LaBreck always makes sure to pack lunches that will give her energy for her studies and sports. She said that, “I think healthy eating can be fun with lots of variety, and it makes you feel better throughout the day.” Healthy foods fuel your body and mind in performing to its best ability 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Without proper nutrition, your body will be tired, making it harder to focus and as an athlete, compete. Incorporating each food group in your diet throughout the day is highly beneficial and will make you feel great as well.
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Teens Decide for Themselves Kim Whitney Editor-in-Chief “Nearly half of all U.S. high school students aged 16 years or older text or email while driving,” according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Meanwhile, only 54% of high school students reported in 2011 that they always wear seat belts when riding with someone else. In addition, according to Scituate High School’s own Youth Risk Behavior Survey conducted by the Health and Wellness Dept., 27% of students aged 14-18 years had never had a drink of alcohol in 2011, meaning that in 73% had sipped alcohol before. In 2013, the majority of Scituate High School students (53%) still had taken a drink before. While the numbers are less striking for teens in Scituate, teens across the country are clearly taking part in risky behaviors or putting themselves in unsafe situations. Among teenagers, the riskiest of behaviors known include unsafe driving and illegal use of alcohol and other substances. The CDC and other statistical reporters have declared motor-
vehicular crashes the leading cause life. SHS students in the Health and of death among teens. Alcohol Human Development class think that hinders coordination and judgment both environment and biology affect skills, which are reportedly already adolescents’ decision-making. Results of descriptive statistics lacking or underdeveloped in adolescents by nature alone. But why from the International Conference are these judgment skills lacking? on Education, Research and InnoWhy do teens appear to take more vation (IPEDR) showed that 53% risks—whether by unsafe driving, of high school students and 61% of gradudrinking, ates reportor even ed to be a procrastifrequent nating acacademic ademicalprocrastinaly—than tor in 2011. other age Adolescent groups? students Biomay be logically, distracted the human from imporbrain untant work dergoes by their m a j o r “sensationchanges at seeking.” p u b e r t y. Freshman One theory Emily Donknown as ovan rec“reward ognizes the deficiency tendency tosyndrome” wards prosuggests during ad- Senior Casey McCormack models a teen texting and driving. crastination that plagues olescence, While teens aren’t the only ones caught doing this they do most teens. p e o p l e have a high rate of risky behavior. Photo by Katie Whelan “I get disbecome more and more sensitive to stimuli, tracted by my phone when I don’t and thus seek heightened experienc- feel like doing projects,” Donovan es. Seeking heightened experiences said. Unfortunately, teenagers often may be dangerous in itself, or may be destructive in other aspects of seek those experiences in dangerous
Students who have had alcohol in the past 30 days
or less productive outlets. Even more often, teens are not aware of what they are doing to themselves. The need to keep up with peers overwhelms caution. With access to cellphones and other electronic devices, teens are especially likely to feel pressured to respond to a text or tweet while driving. The dangers of distracted-driving are clear from the statistics alone. CDC reports said that “each day in the United States, more than nine people are killed and more than 1,060 people are injured in crashes that are reported to involve a distracted driver.” However, if adolescents can seek constructive outlets for their need to experience new stimuli, they can channel their energies into safer and even more rewarding activities. Teens from Scituate report that they can find such experiences in safer environments, such as schoolsponsored events, clubs, and activities. Investing time in team or club, or going to cheer on others at high school events may be the answer.
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Graphs created by Kim Whitney. Data courtesy of Scituate Health and Wellness Dept.
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How to Stress Less: A guide to Chilling Out Jenna Baker Webmaster Students are hopeful of ridding their lives of stress, yet with all of the responsibilities that come with being a teenager, that goal may just be out of reach; or is it? Whether it be freshmen adjusting to their new high school life, or seniors applying to colleges, nearly every aspect of high school can potentially cause stress. Monstrous amounts of homework, demanding sports and clubs, and hectic personal lives often riddle students with seemingly unavoidable stress. This can stem from all areas of one’s life; whether it be in or out of school. Ms. Heffernan said that, “school is a huge stressor” but so are many other aspects of one’s life. According to Ms. Lopes, SHS adjustment counselor, friends, family, schoolwork and change are all causes of stress. To describe why stress can be so hard to avoid, she said that lots of stress is, “outside of control of a kid.” She added that, although uncontrollable circumstances may seem overwhelming,
students must not remain stressed for too long. Ms. Heffernan’s handout on stress, titled “What is Stress?” explains that stress isn’t always unhealthy. Although too much stress can cause physical and mental burnout, mid-
attitude. Junior Margaux Bertola admits that becoming overly stressed is a weakness for her. This has caused her to practice the art of mindfulness for her AP Lang Personal Credo Project. She said, “I’m a high - stress person and put a lot of pressure on myself,” which has
A biker relieves some stress during a scenic sunset. While high school is stressful, we all could use some tips in ways to relax. Photo courtesy of MCT Campus News Service
dle-range healthy stress can cause students to perform at their best. Ms. Heffernan revealed that many of her previous students benefitted from having some stress because they were more motivated. Sophomore Sam Mercer agrees with this idea that healthy stress is beneficial. He said, “I feel pressured when I’m busy.” Not all students share this same
prompted her to take time every day to practice deep breathing and just focus. Senior Jamie Kelleher is confident that she has mastered the nostress life. She loves to practice Zen and attempt to clear her mind. Her best advice is to “concentrate on the moment and take your mind out of the future.” she said. To do this, she said, “I make a tent in the corner of
my room and I sit in it. I make carpets out of fleece blankets and have Buddha trinkets hanging from the ceiling.” Aside from achieving Zen, there are many other options for alleviating stress. Among students’ favorites are “deep breathing” said sophomore Jackson Schwarz, or taking “a bike ride” said sophomore Frank Crowley. These two physical activities are just a couple of many physical stress relievers. A creative handout that Ms. Lopes and Ms. Heffernan share, titled “101 Stress Relievers”, lists several ideas for relieving stress. Some suggestions include writing a poem, watching clouds, or waking up early. Some more unusual tips include “get up fifteen minutes early”, “do a good deed” and “walk barefoot in the grass.” School can be overwhelming at times, but there are simple solutions that can help everyone to avoid becoming overly stressed.
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Continuing controversy: what’s in a name Gillian O’Malley Staff Writer Throughout the country, the problem of offensive team mascot names referencing Native American descent has become more apparent over the years. The Washington Redskins football team has suffered from accusations of controversy and racism due to their choice of mascot. Voices for change emerge, such as Congress who wrote a letter to the owner of the Redskins asking for the name to change as some find offense with this racial slur. Junior Zach O’Neil can see how this is a big deal for the Native Americans who are upset because “If it’s really bothering them, it should be changed,” said O’Neil. Often in America’s history, federal officials have never treated Native Americans well, whether it was racist segregation forcing them off their own lands,
denying them government representation, or even persecution. It is a very popular stereotype that Native Americans are a tough and combative group of people overall. Although ‘Redskins” is seen as a racial reference, some Native Americans do believe the Washington mascot can be recognized as positive for their image, as it represents their strength and courage as a nation. Using native related names as mascots has become more common in the US because some find it as an honor. These mascots can be associated with the national professional sport level, college, and even high school teams around the country. The name ‘Indians’ remains #7 in a top 20 most popular mascot names survey taken by CBS News. Some other very popular names included the Red Raiders, Fighting Sioux, Marauders, etc. But are these too offensive? This mascot of the Washington Redskins is a man known as Chief Zee with a feathered war bonnet and tomahawk. The fans love their mascot and attend games dressed up similarly. Numerous surveys are continuing
A wild fan dresses up for a RedSkins’ game. Many question if this stereotypical costume is too offensive. Photo courtesy of MCT Campus News Service
to occur more frequently. For those who want to know what the specific Native Americans argued, there was a federal survey that went to the native population regarding whether or not Redskins was an acceptable name. Surprisingly, only 9% called it offensive. Junior Jake Horan doesn’t find fault with the team
over 70 years. Although the name ‘Redskin’ brings up a bittersweet time period of our nation, “it’s an old fashioned name and it is too late to change,” said senior Bryan Lambert. It will be interesting to see how Congress contin-
name and said, “America is way too sensitive and worried about always being ‘politically correct.’” However, in the most recent survey given by Redskins Owner Daniel Snyder, the fan base was asked if the team should change its name. 90% answered that they didn’t want the name to change nor did they find it offensive. Agreeing with this majority opinion, Sophomore Sara Moskowitz says that “it’s a bit extreme to make them change their name since it’s been that way for so long.” The Washington Redskins has created its own history in sports for
ues to handle this issue and whether or not they will take the legitimate Redskins survey into account. Is it time for America to rethink many of our sports teams names, or is the change too drastic for the fans to handle? Only time will tell if Native Americans come forth with a majority opinion regarding their upset to turn the many tables of sports teams and how we know them now.
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Althete of the Month
Meghan James
Nikki Margeson season. James has only allowed one goal in all league games and Staff Writer As you enter the SHS has had countless shutouts. Her separking lot, you may noriousness on the field is what makes tice a gray minivan packed her stand out. As she calls instrucwith soccer players. Senior tions to the defense, it’s clear she is Meghan one of the main drivJames hauls ing forces for sucthe pack of cess as the captain of her teamher team. mates to James’s previous practice. coach, Mr. Maki, James has said he had spotted been the goal her “great work ethkeeper for ic and willingness to SHS’s Varlearn” early in her sity Girls’ soccer career. Soccer team “If I could have for 4 years Meghan come with now. In the me that would have winter she been great,” he said cheers for Meghan James defends the net dur- when he talked about the varsity ing a game. Photo by Katie Whelan leaving the girls team boys’ basfor boys’ varsity socketball team. In the spring, cer. “I wish I could have spent all she led the track team as a four years with her.” junior captain. But soccer She inspires her teammates as is her main sport. well. “She is a great leader on our She took her first step on team, being the only senior, and is the field at the early age of very organized,” said junior Mar5, and has grown up with laina Reidy. Having played with the sport. “I remember James for 4 years, Reidy sees her being at Cushing School, as “someone that everyone who in Mr. C’s league and my is younger can look up to...She’s coach told me to stand always offering everyone a ride ‘right there’ and I stood home...and she’s always in a good there the entire game,” mood both on and off the field.” James said. “I scored all “My biggest love for the sport the goals as a child.” has to be being on the team just James’s real skill wasn’t because everyone has all their on the field, but in the net. own separate friend groups but “I was too slow to keep up we come together as a team. Your with everyone else so I sat team is your friends and you’re in the net, and it turns out, all trying to accomplish the same I wasn’t too bad,” James goal,” James said. “And the bond said. She has since played that I gain from it is what makes on five teams, including me come back to soccer.” Scituate Recreation, TravJames plans to play in college el, Galway Rovers’ elite and hopes to share her twelve years team, and the Crusaders of experience with her future teamUnited Soccer Club. mates. She couldn’t dream of leavThe girls’ varsity team ing the field. She said,“The rush I has had a strong start this get when I play, it’s just thrilling.”
Dawayne Kirton
Lindsay Curran Archivist Everyone buy your tickets and order your favorite half time snacks because it’s football season. For senior Dawayne Kirton, Friday nights are spent under the lights, representing Scituate’s football team. With the number five stitched on the back of his jersey, Kirton is a Co-captain of the Varsity Football team. He has been playing football since he was five years old. “My mom just put me in it and I picked it up” Kirton said. Kirton, similar to other athletes, has a pre-game ritual. His is unique to him. “I pray, listen to pump up music and think about what I have to do in the game” said Kirton. Kirton is admired on and off the field. Kirton as a student is a big part in the SHS community. On October 3, 2013 Kirton was announced
Senior captain Dawayne Kirton ready to play during his game against Hanover, Fri. Oct. 11. Photo by Katie Whelan
the winner of the Daughters of the American Revolution Award (DAR). He is well-liked by his peers and his coaches. They recognize the dedication and hard work he puts in towards football and his friendly attitude towards others. “He’s kind of quiet, but he always does what he’s
supposed to do so no one questions him” said senior Zac Perfetti, a fellow teammate of Kirton’s. “He works hard and he does what he is supposed to do without complaining,” Co-Captain Tim Churchill said, “He leads by example and kind of quiet and a hard worker. Off the field, he’s a really good kid; he’s funny and leads by example.” Football Coach Herb Devine also had a few words to say regarding who he is as a player and a student. “On the field Dawayne is a very humble athlete. He is a silent leader. Off the field I like how Dawayne treats people and tries to make the team one big family...” said Devine. Coach Devine also talked about the 2013 season. “We beat Pembroke for the first time in two years. It was nice that the seniors were here to beat Pembroke. We are also 3-1 overall and 1-0 in our league,” said Coach Devine. This season Kirton has been a star, in the last four games Kirton has a total of 650 yards and eight touchdowns. “We have a decent chance at making it into the championships at Gillette” said Kirton. After he graduates from Scituate, Kirton plans on continuing his football career in college. He isn’t too picky about where he wants to go, he just wants to be able to play.
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