Inkwell | The Eye Candy Issue | November 2023

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EYE CANDY ISSUE November 2023

ANNIE WRIGHT UPPER SCHOOLS

I n k w e ll

Letters From the editors Hello and thank you for stopping by!

Thank you so much for reading our very first issue of the 2023-2024 school year, Eye Candy! This issue is definitely my favorite yet! The visuals and articles in this issue are so unique and creative and I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I do.

Inkwell has been pretty crazy the last couple of months, our staff has tripled from last year which is absolutely amazing.

This year in Inkwell we have so many new aspects to the selective including a podcast and more social media presence on instagram. I am so excited to see what Inkwell has in store for the rest of this school year.

Thank you for taking the time to read our issue!

- Amelia Herrmann-Scholbe '24 I'm so so glad that we get to share this new issue with you all.

Inkwell has grown so much this year- we've introduced many new aspects of journalism which have been taken on by lots of new journalists. Since I joined Inkwell last year, the group has more than doubled. We have so many new faces, voices, and ideas which we get to showcase in this first issue. Starting with the idea, of "the good, the bad, and the beautiful", this issue has become a compilation of all things beautiful and unique to our writers and Annie Wright. My favorite part of this issue and Inkwell this year is that we are getting to share our authentic voices!! Everything you see in this issue is things that we as writers and photographers are passionate about.

We are focusing on capturing what you all enjoy and want to see and we all feel excited to write about. I can't wait to see where Inkwell goes this year, thank you so much for reading !

- Lucy Hall '25 I am so excited for everything Inkwell is evolving into this year. I have been apart of Inkwell for almost 2 years, and I have witnessed so many drastic changes within our selective. The addition of many new faces has given Inkwell the opportunity to expand our diffrent divisions, podcasts and social media entertainment. However, I want to make sure the heart of Inkwell still remains in our 3-4 themed issues every year. The execution of our publication has always been primarily straightforward coverage of relevant stories within and outside our Annie Wright Community. While still sticking by this sentiment, I also wish to open up the potential of Inkwell's issues, visually speaking. As design editor, I am very excited to explore a more engaging approach to these publications. I draw much of my inspiration from things like zines that my peers have make (check out YarnBomb zine :D) or other teen publications that I have grown up reading like Rookie Mag. I am navigating this process with the hope that I can bring some teen spirit to this magazine.

Hope ya'll enjoy ;) xoxoxoxoxo - Zoe Carlisle '24 Sincerely,

Co-Editors-In-Chief + Design Edidtor

Inkwell November 2023 827 North Tacoma Avenue Tacoma, WA 98403 Issue 1 | Volume 66

DESIGN EDITOR Zoe Carlisle • CO-EDITORS IN CHIEF Amelia Herrmann-Scholbe ♥ Lucy Hall • STAFF WRITERS Jack Cushman Flora Hu Jeremiah "Miah" Harshman Peyton Matthews Ireland Kress Ellis Giller Lucas Jung Truong Nguyen Minh Nguyen GUEST WRITERS & FEATURES Niani Maulana Mr. Davis (crossword puzzle!)

Staff Advisor: Jamie Archer Inkwell publishes articles of all genres at anniewrightinkwell.org, as well magazines throughout the course of the school year.

Submissions of articles and photographs, correction requests and letters to the editors are most welcome.

Email Zoe Carlisle if you have any issues! All published submissions will receive credits.

Inkwell always welcomes new members across all divisions! Email Jamie Archer or stop by a meeting during (s)lective time!

Follow us on Instagram @anniewrightinkwell A new era of Inkwell podcasts coming soon!

Contents Student Voice: Reperations By Niani Maulana 3 Playlists, Artists and Concerts Galore

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November Photo Contest!

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DIY Zines

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The Beauty of Clay and Crafting

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Wrong Side of the Lens: Gator Photographer Spotlight

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Introducing... The AWS Football Team

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(s)Electives: Best of...

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Series Review: Fiona and Cake Unlocking Visual Magic

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Trashy Trolls of the PNW

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Practicing Sustanibility

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Take a Bite out of Annie Wright

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Coffee Shop Ratings

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Dorm Life Advice

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Themed Photo Collages

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Back cover!

Sharing student voices:

Reparations by Niani Maulana To repair the deep-seated racial disparities between white Americans and black Americans, reparations must be implemented.

While this conversation may be uncomfortable for some, I personally recognize the necessity of addressing this issue. Through my own experiences and witnessing the financial struggles faced by my family and friends, juxtaposed with the relative prosperity of my white peers, I have come to realize that these disparities could have been prevented.

The systematic and financial inequalities that black Americans continue to endure are a direct result of slavery, Jim Crow laws, and other historical injustices. Reparations are the only means through which black Americans can hope to catch up and achieve true equality.

The so-called "American Dream", which promises that hard work and determination will lead to success, has proven to be a fallacy for black Americans who were denied equal opportunities from the very beginning. The average white family possesses ten times the wealth of the average black family, and white college graduates have seven times more wealth than their black counterparts. Reparations should be multifaceted, encompassing more than mere symbolic gestures such as placing a black person on currency or erecting statues. True reparations necessitate comprehensive systemic changes.

In 1860, the labor of black Americans was valued at over 3 billion dollars, and the cotton produced by enslaved blacks in 1861 amounted to 260 million dollars. The United States has yet to compensate black Americans for these immense contributions. Slavery, Jim Crow segregation, redlining, and discriminatory public policies in education and criminal justice have all significantly impeded black Americans from building wealth.

The racial wealth gap cannot be bridged by individual efforts alone; it requires a systemic overhaul. The financial and social consequences of racial wealth disparities are far-reaching, impacting health, education, and economic outcomes. Wealth provides a safety net during economic crises and enables individuals to withstand financial shocks throughout their lives. Recessions and disasters, such as the 2008 housing crisis and the recent COVID-19 pandemic, have laid bare the unequal distribution of wealth, leaving black Americans more vulnerable to negative consequences due to disparities in healthcare access and economic policies. The American Dream, rooted in the idea of equal opportunity and the pursuit of happiness, has been repeatedly undermined by the U.S. government's actions, which systematically denied wealth-building opportunities to black Americans.

This reality is exemplified by the fact that the average white family possesses ten times the wealth of the average black family, and white college graduates hold over seven times more wealth than their black counterparts. Achieving an equitable American Dream necessitates reparations that restore the deferred wealth to the descendants of black Americans and effectively close the racial wealth divide. Reparations should include individual cash payments and opportunities for wealth building in education, housing, and business ownership to address racial disparities. Slavery enriched white slave owners and their descendants, while suppressing wealth accumulation for the enslaved. It is crucial for the United States to compensate the descendants of enslaved black Americans for their labor and to atone for the lost equity resulting from anti-black policies in housing, transportation, and business. he racial wealth divide is not a consequence of individual behavior or a lack of effort on the part of black Americans, but rather a result of systemic barriers and a lack of financial capital.

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Wealth is intrinsically linked to better health, education, and economic outcomes, and serves as a safety net during economic downturns. The United States government has provided reparations to other groups, such as Native Americans and Japanese Americans, for past injustices. It is time for the government to take responsibility for the state-sanctioned racial discrimination that black Americans have endured and provide reparations to rectify these historic wrongs.

The United States has had numerous opportunities to atone for slavery, from the Civil War era to the New Deal policies of the 1930s, but each time it fell short. The government's failure to deliver on promises of land, education, and financial support has perpetuated racial wealth disparities and hindered the American Dream for black Americans. Policies such as the G.I. Bill and Social Security disproportionately excluded black Americans, preventing them from accessing wealth-building opportunities. Furthermore, discriminatory practices like redlining and anti-black housing policies further restricted black Americans' ability to accumulate wealth. These injustices need to be acknowledged, and reparations should be offered to those who can trace their ancestry back to enslaved individuals in America. Large corporations that benefited from slavery should also contribute to reparations.

Reparations are not only economically and socially justifiable but also morally imperative. The United States had ample opportunities to rectify the consequences of slavery and systemic discrimination, yet it has continuously failed to take significant action. The legacy of slavery was particularly brutal, with enslaved Africans enduring harrowing conditions and their families being torn apart. The case for reparations encompasses economic, social, and moral arguments. It is time for the United States to seize the opportunity to right these historic wrongs and fulfill its promise of equal opportunity for all. In conclusion, reparations are an essential step toward achieving racial justice and equality. The systemic and financial disparities endured by black Americans, resulting from centuries of slavery, Jim Crow laws, and discriminatory policies, can only be remedied through reparations. The American Dream has proven elusive for black Americans, with white families holding exponentially more wealth and greater access to opportunities. Reparations must go beyond token gestures and symbolic changes; they require a comprehensive restructuring of systemic inequalities.

The United States has a moral obligation to compensate black Americans for their contributions, labor, and the injustices they have faced. It is time to bridge the racial wealth gap and create a society where true equality and opportunity can flourish.

- Niani Maulana

Sources used: William, Sandy "Why We Need Reparations for Black Americans." Brookings EDU, 27 June 2023 4

Playlists, New music & Concerts

by Zoe Carlisle, Peyton Matthews, Lucy Hall and J'Lyn Doodigian

PlayLists Galore

This playlist is packed full of moody and spooky tunes that SCREAM Halloween (despite most of the songs not being traditional Halloween Music).

This playlist captures what the true essence of fall embodies in a nutshell. Cozy and warm, comforting but still with a lingering sense of cold, darkness beyond the horizon...

All different kinds of ambient and instrumental music that gets you into that study grind good grades alpha baller mindset.

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Live Music! - Inkwell Concert Roundup by: Lucy Hall Observations and Anecdotes

The Lumineers

The gorge's lawn was lit not just by the rusty orange and lulling pink of the sunset but by the melodic voices of the crowd joining Wesley Schultz in tune. On September 8th, the Gorge hosted the Lumineers for a roughly 2-hour concert. With James Bay opening, the night was so overwhelmingly warm and comforting. One of the most heartful moments of this concert was the round version of "WHERE WE ARE". There is something therapeutic about having a concert singing "I don't know where we are but it will be ok" in unison. About halfway through the concert, Schultz did a lap around the seats and lawn and was met with screaming voices, hands to hold, and tears. One of the biggest strengths of the group is the feel of vulnerability in their songs, and while this is a lot to ask of a group performing every night, this vulnerability was provided by the audience. I was lucky enough to be surrounded by a group of young fans who made a point to enjoy themselves to the fullest. Their love and joy only added to my experience.

Arctic Monkeys

On Friday the 22nd of September, the walls of Climate Pledge Arena were lit up by the sparkling disco ball labeled Arctic Monkeys. The second Alex Turner stepped on the stage, the crowd erupted in applause and energy which didn't leave until the encore was over. There was more electric guitar time at this concert than any other that I've been to.

Screaming fluorescent adolescence was one of the highlights of my month.

The incredible base throughout the concert was what made the event so memorable and intoxicating. Surprisingly, the pit was not the keystone of energy it normally is, but rather, the seated sections were the ones to bring enthusiasm. Rock music has always had that invigorating quality for me, the second the bass comes in, it's like the music can be felt throughout your entire body, you feel it in your heart and head, it's a feeling of connection to music.

David Kushner

On October 1st, the walls of the Showbox were filled with half-crying, half-joy-filled voices of David Kushner fans.

While for this concert, there were plenty of songs I didn't know, that in no way affected my enjoyment at this concert. The opener, Chance Pena, started off the concert with the Lumineers, "Flowers in Your Hair" to which few knew the lyrics, but Pena's energy and harmonious voice drew everyone in.

However, the last song he played almost acted as a reveal for the audience. The second the first chord of "In My Room" started playing, we all realized the song we'd all cried to in past months. While his music has a more melancholy feel, his energy was filled with hope. The highlight of this night for me was Kushner's performance of the song "Georgia Rain" which is yet to be released. Another one of my favorite moments from this concert was Kushner quoting Noah Kahan's song lyrics, "All lights turned off can be turned on." The essence of what this artist brings is hope.

With his audience being primarily made up of teenagers, the artist makes a point to make them feel like they are not alone in all that they struggle with. While this is a message I feel we hear a lot, there was a specific realness the artist brought that made the audience feel like he was talking directly to them. This concert also featured poet Jeremy Haynes, who shared a work that was incredibly captivating. The poet ended his performance by addressing the hope he felt in the room that evening, i believe the second he said this it became true, possibly it had already been true, but i know that the second he addressed it, it felt real to everyone in the showbox.

Säje

The jazz group Säje kicked off their tour in "Town Hall" in downtown Seattle on Friday the 13th. The majority of the audience did not know many of the lyrics to their songs, which I expected going into the concert. However, this had an impact I was not expecting. This lack of lyrical knowledge prompted the audience to listen rather than record or sing along. The group has a beautiful ability to tell stories which I believe is best done in their song "Wisteria". Their songwriting along with the insanely clean and perfectly performed harmony between all four members of the group made this performance so beautiful. The group also has a feel of community to it, all of them were able to appreciate each other, and each of the four members got to have a moment of performing and spotlight to themselves which the others were able to enjoy.

SHow Resources - Inkwell’s Favorite Venues!

Real Art Tacoma - A DIY non-profit venue on South Tacoma Way thats hosts a variety of local bands and themed shows.

The Vera Project - A small intimate venue in Uptown Seattle that independent artists frequently preform.

The Spanish Ballroom - Underneath the Mcmenamins Elks Temple lies the most beautiful event space. This historic venue hosts themed dance parties and concerts.

Easy Street Record Store - A two floor record store/cafe in West Seattle that frequestly hosts listening parties and live shows which are always free!

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Artist Spotlight by: Zoe Carlisle Out of a basement in Pittsburgh, Sebastian Kinsler, Ryan Walchonski, Jake Kelley and Lydia Slocum create a unique music with a style that is difficult to pin into just one genre. The band Feeble Little Horse recently released their second album, Girl with Fish, on June 23rd. The band's influences flow from contemporary pop to electronic indie rock to folk. Girl With Fish has a very sharp noise, glitchy guitar and electronic drum beats that make you wanna get up and dance! As a follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2021 debut Hayday, this LP has an elusive tracklist that is test to four bandmates trusting their musical instincts and ideas of sound with each other and that is totally heard in their music.

"Every track on this album had a super unique writing process" said Kinsler in a interview with Josh Terry of VMP magazine earlier this month. "No two songs were written the same way from start to finish." The popular shoegaze-inspired single "Steamroller" evokes a feel similar to that of rock band My Bloody Valentine through its choppy and heavy guitar. "Steamroller" has become one of my top songs these past couple months not just because of its unique alien-like guitar sound, but also because it's lyrics deal with themes of a certain pressure to preform that most women can really relate to. This reigns true in most of the songs by the band. While Girl with Fish is a radically collaborative LP, it also marks a clear breakthrough for Lydia Slocum as a songwriter.

"I just felt more comfortable saying vulnerable things, and not feeling like I have to explain it to them," said Slocum. "It was easier to open up, because then I had just met everybody when we wrote Hayday. Now we're buddies and I can say what I want." The song "Tin Man" soars in its chorus with Slocum singing over blistering fuzz of guitar, ("I gotta go cause you flash sadness / I found you all rusted and leaky." )Funny enough, the album highlight "Pocket" started as a GarageBand pop song that Slocum crafted in her bedroom. It's an twangy ballad, with expertly written hooks that unexpectedly morph into something sinister and grating, with Slocum screaming over a bed of distorted guitars midway through the track. The premiere track on the album "Freak" is in my opinion, the most blast-in-your-headphones worthy song on the album. For all its pummeling drums and guitar blasts, is a somewhat juvenile track about an social outcast's unrequited crush on a college star athlete. ("I know you want me freak/sportstar honey be on my team).

Feeble Little Horse's music is earthshadowing, independent and scrappy. This album honestly reminds me a lot of Olivia Rodrigo's most recent album "GUTS", but with less of the pop feel and more of a weird girl alien thing going on. I love it.

The band credit their sound and inspiration to the vibrant mid-Atlantic DIY scene in Pittsburgh with bands like Crafted-

Girl with Fishes album cover Sounds Label, Gaadge, Barlow, Sleeping Witch & Saturn, Philadelphia's Julia's War, and They Are Gutting A Body of Water. "When we made both Hayday and Girl with Fishes, we wanted to join this community of musicians that we so admired," said Walchonski.

Like the album name, which came from an inside joke the band shared about imagined painting titles at a museum, there's a sense of humor in all of their music that comes across as very casual and natural to the listeners. This is espically heard in their previous album Hayday. "I think we just felt more confident on this album," says Slocum. "We could have felt more pressure and more unsure of ourselves.

But we just wanted to try new things, and learn from what people liked about Hayday, but not make the same song again."

Feeble Little Horse is a testament to the power of self-recording, independent artists, a DIY attitude and taking a leap with the people you are closest with. "Besides our friendship getting stronger and our songs becoming more interesting to us, nothing's really changed," says Kinsler. "It's still us just hanging out: This is what we do instead of playing video games". 8

Ireland Kress presents:

November Photo Contest!

Use the QR code on the back coveer to view all of the photos sumbitted and vote for a chance to win a civvies day!

Fall Photos:

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DIY ZINES By: Zoe Carlisle Something that has always brought me comfort and happiness is creating and making little zines. They're small booklets that can share visuals or information signifiant to you. Zines always have a little piece of your heart in them. I'm going to show you how to make your own zine! I hope it will work as a creative outlet for you, too!

What you'll need: Colorful drawing paper (or computer paper, or whatever you like drawing on) Thread A needle Scissors (to cut the thread and paper) Various coloring materials (for decorative purposes) Magazine and/or newspaper clippings (again for decorative purposes)

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The Beauty of Clay and Free Space to Play By: Lucy Hall

While inquiring various students about their unique hobbies, Inkwell got the chance to interview Green Tie Lynn Suh about her love for creativity through [through the medium of] clay, jewlrey, and origami crafting.

at some times. The main reason why I enjoy doing this is because, I can proceed to make whatever I want. I can make cool designs, patterns and decorations that brighten my room. It does help me focus and express my creativity.

[Inkwell] How did you get into clay-making and [Inkwell] What advice would you give to someone jewelry and origami? just getting into this hobby?

[Lynn Suh] Last summer I was very bored because of moving. Therefore, there wasn't anything fun to do. I had a huge art block, [and felt like] there wasn't much to do with pen and paper.

A lot of my friends and fav[orite] influencers make jewelry and it really caught my attention.

I haven't made [any] in years, so it was nice to continue where I left off [and] maybe expand my old creations into something bigger.

I was super into clay making and sculpting because my old art teacher encouraged me to continue ceramics and pottery during the summer.

I took her suggestion, and it instantly became one of my favorite hobbies. I don't make origami all the time, but if I were to get super bored, I would make tiny pieces to save as a collection.

I like collecting small trinkets as much as I like making them.

[Inkwell] Is there a specific reason for this love of creating art? Does it calm you down, help you focus, or just let you have fun?

[Lynn Suh] There are many reasons to why I enjoy clay-making, origami, and jewelry-making.

First, you can make these for yourself and others. These skills can benefit your life when it comes to last minute gifts. Or if you're very broke.

It does calm me down, but it can be frustrating

[Lynn Suh] My advice would be to relax and remember that this is just for fun. When I first started clay-making, I jumped right onto an advanced challenge. Before deciding to make a huge masterpiece, I suggest [starting smaller] and explor[ing] what you can do before moving onto stressful, time consuming, highly detailed sculptures.

Obviously, this is for fun, so there is no need to force yourself to do something, but I would stay chill with it the first few times. This advice goes the same for jewelry making and origami.

Make simple things that you think you can do, before moving onto master level These words from Suh go beyond just artistic creations, but apply to all with recreational interests.

While crafting is not that sanctuary for everyone, Suh's words still apply. Hobbies do not have to be great, amount to anything, or be intensely difficult, instead they are there to evoke joy, continue passion, and provide peace, adding beauty to the good of our lives.

There can be immense pressure to be great or to create something magnificent and personal, but just as Suh has said, start small and let it grow from there.

Suh's Go-To Clay Brand: Polymers and Fimo clay: According to Suh, these two brands are ideal for smaller creations "They are super accessible and way safer than porcelain.

You can get them almost anywhere. I usually get them from Michaels."

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Wrong Side of the Lens

Gator Photographer Spotlight

By: Peyton Matthews Photos By Cale Carter & Gabe Walsh

cale Carter @caleshotit on Instagram

As many of you may know, Red tie student Cale Carter spends lots of time behind the camera lens, and while he is talented in many fields of photography, Carter specifically focuses on sports photography. Using the lens to capture each individual moment and freezing it for people to see is what most draws Carter to photography. Carter uses Instagram to showcase his artistic skills as they bring people together and allow them to see beautiful moments they experinced exibited online. Capturing these moments is important because it allows athletes to have a freeze frame of them doing the thing they love most, they can share it with family and friends or post it on social media for many to see. The important thing is that it is captured.

"One of the main things I love about photography is capturing a moment where someone is doing something they love, whether it's playing sports or an important moment in their life" - Cale Carter (red tie class of '26)

Gabe Walsh @gabesmindset on Instagram

Gabe Walsh also enjoys taking sports photos because it allows him to create relationships with people both on and off the field. This connection develops beyond just a couple of photos, it can turn into good friendships and relationships that maybe might not have happened before this. Community is very important to him and it means a lot that he can be a working part of Annie Wright.

"A lot of students don't have access to a photographer so being able to take photos and showing up to all these games is important to me" - Gabe Walsh (yellow tie class of '25)

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Features: AWS Football Team!

By: Jack Cushman Photos by Gabe Walsh

Every summer, high schools across America begin their summer football training. Long, brutal days in the harsh sun hardboil boys chomping at the bit for the beautiful Gridiron. Coaches meanwhile bark orders at them in their short-shorts and new balances.

This year, Annie Wright was no different. Athletic Director and Head Coach Mike Finch has pioneered Annie Wright Gators Football, creating a well-disciplined and talented program, with energetic and enthusiastic players, all led by experienced coaches.

The process of creating the first ever Annie Wright Upper School football team was not a short one, with Coach Finch expressing the amount of thought and planning that went into the creation of the team. "We have looked at offering a 14th sport option for several years now. Football made the most sense for a variety of reasons." Said Finch "First, it gave USB student-athletes a 3rd option for the Fall to better align with the offerings in the USG. There are now 3 offerings in the Fall season for both divisions.

Another reason is due to the fact that our Nisqually League already offers football so there's a platform for competition that other sports we looked into did not have."

Coach Finch is very experienced, having previously been the head coach of the Charles Wright football program and playing Defensive Back at Harvard. Proving himself as a coach and athletic director. He was a former champion of the gridiron himself, it becomes obvious why Annie Wright would have a football team."It's always an honor to represent Annie Wright Schools as a head coach, but honestly, this process has felt extremely natural. We started flag football programs in the Lower School in 2016 and those teams have worked their way into the Middle School in recent years. Two years ago, we started the first ever tackle football program at AWS within the Middle School and we are just now seeing tackle football develop into the Upper School level. Of the 25 players on our current US Football roster, 11 of them played in 7th and/or 8th grade for AWS." Said Coach Finch.

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When the idea for an Annie Wright Gators football program was proposed, it was met with skepticism. Most felt that while it may be possible, a team would be unskilled and unorganized, resulting in an embarrassing program and a footnote in Annie Wright's history. However, nothing could be further from the truth. Coach Finch has cultivated a proud program with each player expressing their gratitude for being able to be part of such a milestone for Annie Wright's Sports Department.

"It feels exciting getting to make history" - Ian Willey '27 #10 "I want to leave a legacy of excellence, hopefully this is the start of a dominant football program for years to come" - TJ Marshall '24 #11 "I joined because I've grown up watching football and had lots of fun on the Middle School football team." - Eli Weir '27 #13 The excitement among the players is electric every game, with roaring chants and passionate halftime locker room speeches. The energy that the Gators have is unmatched.

Coach Finches goal is to promote the love of football and the brotherhood it can create to motivate future athletes at Annie Wright "I want to ensure that football is in perfect alignment with all other sport offerings at Annie Wright. Our goal is simply to offer our student-athletes a wonderful experience through sport. Future football teams should realize that they are a part of a larger community of students who all support one another. Future teams should continue to lift up their peers, attend art performances, cheer loudly at USG Volleyball and Soccer matches, and give their all to their community." - Coach Finch The Annie Wright football team, led by captains Jack Cushman '25 #54 and Tremendous Lipscomb '25 #63, has high aspirations for future seasons. The Gators were a JV team this year, (besides their final game in La Conner, which was a varsity game) and will be a full Varsity team next year. The ultimate goal is to get as many motivated and excited team players as possible. The team culture is one of humor and unity, making a fun and thrilling experience for all who join the team. Go Gators!

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(s)Electives: BEST OF..

By: Ireland Kress

Creative writing: Who would you say the best local author is?

Most of the (s)Electives agreed on Octavia E. Butler, who was born in Pasadena California and moved to Seattle in 1999. She is the author of Kindred and Parable of the Sower.

Along with Octavia Butler they highlighted Frank Herbert, the author of Dune, Barandon Sanderson, and Scott Lynch, both fantasy writers. And of course they include Mrs. Hemsell and Ms. Corrigan.

Automotive art: Where is the best place to take your car for a checkup?

Automotive arts (s)Elective is currently restoring a 1960s car, the students will also bring their cars in for tune ups. Of course this selective started off by saying their (s)Elective was the best place to get your car serviced and checked. They advised strongly against going to Jiffy Lube, and finally suggested Ball Auto as the best place to take your car for its routine check up, occasional servicing, or any other mechanical problem. It just so happens that Ball Auto is right next door to Shake Shake Shake just up the street from us here at Annie Wright.

Yearbook: What is your favorite part of the yearbook to put together?

The participants of Yearbook said their favorite part of yearbook is putting together the Upper School section (more specifically the seniors section). They enjoy putting the senior section together because they get to see all of the baby pictures and most-likelyto's before everyone else. And, of course, they prefer the upper school section to the other parts because it is their division.

Model United Nations(MUN): Where is the best place to donate to humanitarian aid?

MUN highlighted six international organizations to donate to and two local organizations. On an international scale, they suggested that you donate to UNICEF, Palestine children's relief fund, Planned parenthood, UN crisis relief, UNHCR, and Red Cross international. If you put these names into your search engine and go to the first link that appears, it will take you to their website where you can get more information and donate. As far as local organizations, they mentioned the Tacoma Rescue Mission, AWS does a period product and clothing drive for them every year, and the Humane Society. You can look them up and go to their websites to donate and volunteer.

SL&G: What is the best school event to plan, what about to attend?

SL&G all agreed that their favorite event to plan is Fright Night because of all the spooky and fun decorations that they get to put up around the school. They also claimed that Casino Night was very fun to both plan and attend.

Tune into the next issue for highlights on: mock trial, community, GOAT, Business and even Inkwell!

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TV Review - Fiona and Cake

by Zoe Carlisle

Fiona and Cake Show Poster

Bmo meets Cake and Fiona

Mashall Lee and Gary Prince 17

Okayyyy it's time for me to be a nerd about my favorite series.

Adventure Time has been such a staple in so many of our childhoods (mine included). Many grew up with the show, as it progressed throughout 10 seasons from 2010-2018. We watched Finn, a human boy living in a post-apocalyptic earth, where a nuclear war gave way to radioactive zombies, vampires, candy princesses, wizards and all sorts of other whacky characters each experiencing life lessons, silly circumstances, friendships, feuds, and even grief, heartache, and loss. The series finale aired as a 4-part saga in 2018 on Cartoon Network, bringing in 921 million viewers eager to see all of their favorites coming together to battle it out a final time against an ever-present being of evil.

However, this emotional close to a wonderful show was not the end of Adventure Time as a whole. In July of this year, a brand-new adventure time series was announced starring the gender flipped versions of the titular characters Finn and Jake, as Fiona and Cake. Fiona and Cake are not new to the universe, as they have sparsely appeared throughout the original series in special episodes and have been meshed into the overall lore of the show.

The first two episodes of Fiona and Cake were released August 31st on HBO Max and Amazon Prime Video. Two new episodes were dropped every few weeks until they concluded with 10 episodes on September 28th.

The series adds onto the already deep lore of Fiona and Cake and Adventure Time as a whole. The series introduces Fiona Campbell, a version of Fiona living in a magicless world similar to our own. Fiona struggles with a lack of purpose in her life, jumping from job to job, and living in a filthy apartment with her normal cat, cake. The people in Fiona's world share the same attributes as their magical counterparts in the original Adventure time. There's Marshall Lee (voiced by Donald Glover) who is the vampire-like couch-surfing punk musician, and Gary, a sweet and nerdy pink haired baker. (The two's cannon romance arc is a side plot in the show, and draws parallels to the relationship between Marceline the Vampire Queen and Princess Bubblegum in Adventure Time.)

It was so exciting to see the return of these characters and the side characters living a life comparable to ours. In contrast to the original Adventure Time series, this show was made for an adult audience, with the fights resulting in injuries and real blood, minor swear words, and our childhood characters now all grown up and casually drinking alcohol. Unlike most other adult animation shows such as Family Guy or Rick & Morty, these instances of adult content in the show don't feel overtly forced for shock value, and instead are very naturally placed throughout the episodes. This sheds the children's show reputation that these characters had, and in turn humanizes them, making them more flawed but at the same time more well-rounded. Fiona makes mistakes, and not unlike Finn, she does not always know what she is doing. It took her experiencing something outside the norm she was used to, to realize that she would rather stay in her normal world, where she has friends and community than to change it all for some fleeting magical excitement in her life.

This show was like a fever dream for me. It was amazing to see this spinoff pickup years after Adventure Time ended and add even more nuance and world building to the already vast and existential show.

I think Fiona and Cake could have run a few more episodes because the ending was very rushed, and it left a lot of open questions up to the audience. But other than the lack of episodes I really loved this addition to the adventure time universe. 10/10 (biased)

Unlocking Visual Magic by: Miah Harshman As adolescents, we're all likely to know about video games.

These virtual experiences sometimes serve as escape into a different world, filled with adventures, mysteries, and breathtaking visuals. In these columns, we'll get into the field of visual effects and analyze how exceptional graphics and character design boost your gaming experience.

Visual Effects as Art Video games have come a long way from when they were first created. Even then, they were way ahead of their time. Now, they are made with even more detail, creativity, and brilliance, taking gamers into rich and appealing worlds. One of the many essential elements of the gaming experience is what we would call, Eye Candy.

It's the magic that happens when a game becomes a visual masterpiece like a painting, captivating your attention, encouraging you to play it more.

Graphics that leave you in “Awe” Imagine yourself in the likes of Kratos from God of War (Sony Interactive Studios 2018), standing on the shores of a breathtaking lake surrounded by ancient ruins. The visual capacity of this world is not an accident, it's a result of precise design and advanced technology they use. You've

probably seen the evolution of video game graphics, from 2D pixel art like Pong (Atari inc 1972) or Galaga (Midway games 1981), to the lifelike 3D worlds like Super Mario Odyssey (Nintendo 2017) which have some of the most incredible graphics in the video game industry.

Character Design: Beyond Their Look The characters you see during your gaming experience are more than just images on the screen. For example, "The Legend of Zelda" which showcases Link or Joel from "The Last of Us" are elegantly designed and thoughtfully crafted personas. Or how 2k uses real people to make their animations more authentic. Their appearance, expressions, and movements are all part of what makes them desirable to play. Character design gives you insight on their attention to detail and expertise.

its many exceptional effects like weather changes, animal life, cinematic visuals, and the Kurosawa mode which is a reference to classical samurai films by Akira Kurosawa connecting graphic effects in movies with gameplay graphic effects.

Although graphic effects are not just about visuals, it can impact the gameplay tremendously. Beautifully designed worlds can increase your engagement and spark your interest, while detailed character expressions can show emotions and make you have connections to the storyline.

This is where the visual experience and your gaming adventure come together to make it the game we love.

Finally, the world of video games is one where graphic effects have become an important ingredient. It's a mixture of creativity, technology, atten"The Legend of Zelda" tak tion to detail, and storytelles you on an adventure through ing that elevates your gaming the Kingdom of Hyrule. It experience from mediocre to includes Ample forests, specremarkable. Games like "The tacular landscapes, and memo- Legend of Zelda" and "The Last rable characters. It's a great of Us," prove that while gameexample of a well-designed play is essential, the magic game, and how it engages of what you see on the screen players visually. Now, games cannot go unnoticed. So, next like "Ghost of Tsushima" also time you pick up a controller takes you on an adventure, but and hop on a game try to apprethrough the Mongol invasion ciate the art. of Japan. This game exhib18

Trashy Trolls of the PNW

by Ellis Giller There are currently six giant troll sculptures between 12 and 20 feet tall scattered around the Pacific Northwest.

These trolls are in a larger installation of ten trolls that span from East Coast to West coast, and are part of an interactive environmental story called, "Way of the Bird King." Each of these trolls is hand-built and made from all recycled materials. The artist and creator of this project is Thomas Dambo, an environmental artist, activist, and storyteller.

"Oscar, The Bird King" , Vashon Island

Dambo is known as the world's leading artist in recycled arts. Dambo was born in, and currently lives in Copenhagen, Denmark, and has made one hundred of these whimsical and extraordinary troll sculptures all around the world.

Dambo is a former rapper, and he uses his writing and rhythm skills to make fairy 19

tales and poems that go along with the trolls.

"Pia the Peace-Keeper", Bainbridge island

has a meaning and everything is recycled."

Since the trolls are located on traditional coastal salish territories,the project worked closely with Muckleshoot and Snoqualmie tribes.

The new trolls are now in Portland, Issaquah, Ballard, West Seattle, Bainbridge, and Vashon Island.

The trolls in the United States follow with a story Dambo wrote about a young troll named Oscar who wants to figure out what's wrong with the water and travels across the United States, learning on his journey.

Dambo enlists local volunteers for him and his team to build trolls. His trolls "interact" with the visitors and teach them how to protect the environment.

Dambo hopes that people can see that garbage can be turned into something big and beautiful.The culmination of the story leads to Oscar turning into the Bird King, and as Dambo told the Vashon Beachcomber, "I want people to know that trash has value, my trolls do that and also help me tell stories. In nature, there is no landfill. Nature is circular, everything

"Jacob Two Trees", Issaquah

Scan this code to view the full map of all the tolls in the world!

Photos: Thomas Dambo, thomasdambo.com/. Accessed 24 Oct.

Practicing Sustainibilty Everyday! by: Ireland Kress

4.9 pounds of garbage. According to the EPA, this is how much waste the average American produces everyday. On an individual level, it is quite easy to take small steps in reducing that daily average. With the fall season kicking in and the holidays just around the corner, these are some ways to celebrate and enjoy them sustainably.

If you decorate for your favorite holidays, work to reuse old decorations instead of buying new ones. American waste increases by 25% around the holidays and reusing old decorations can decrease that amount. Of course everyone has a favorite seasonal drink, if your favorite coffee shop allows it, try bringing your own cup and/

or straw to reduce use of plastic and waste. If you like to celebrate with a big meal, try to buy as much locally sourced food as you can. This not only reduces the amount of emissions from transport, but also makes your food more fresh. If you traditionally eat meat with your holiday meals, try something new and see how you feel about eating plant based. The meat industry is a major contributor to climate change, so eating plant based can reduce that impact.

All of these steps you can take towards sustainability can help you decrease your daily 4.9 pounds of waste to a smaller amount and do your part in resolving the climate crisis.

The sustainability tips included in the graphic above begin by

outlining relatively inexpensive ways that you can decrease your carbon footprint. As the graphic goes up, It also offers progressively more expensive and difficult sustainability practices to incorporate in your life. If you are interested in calculating your personal, or family's carbon footprint, you can go to Wren.com. The site will ask you a few questions, calculate your carbon footprint, then give you ways to offset it through donating or volunteering.

Global warming can be an overwhelming topic, but rest assured, you can make easy small changes to your lifestyle to reduce your contribution to the climate crisis.

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@takeabiteoutofanniewright The Insagram account "Take a Bite out of Annie Wright" was created last year by Green Ties Erin Picken and Sofia Syzonenko. This account was passed down as a senior will to a few anonymous blue ties, and has been active ever since. "Take a Bite out of Annie Wright" delivers an unfiltered and personal review on Annie Wright's lunch and dinner foods, with a touch of humor in their critiques. Each post contains a picture of the food consumed on that paritcular day, with an explaination of the dish and a rate out of 10.

Inkwell had a chance to ask some of our burining questions regarding the dining hall experinece: What constitutes a “good meal”?

We usually like to base it on what we expect from school food. A good meal to me would be something well seasoned, properly cooked, with not too much oil and a good texture.

What is the most popular meal you’ve seen so far this year, and why?

I would say any of the pastas and usually the burgers and pizzas. Some would say this is because these are the meals that are hard to go wrong with. Our personal favorites, are the taco salads and quesadillas. It's kinda hard for us to tell what the people's favorite is, because we usually don't get a lot of feedback. We're more of a personal opinion account.

What’s something the kitchen staff needs to take off the menu, yet contuines to serve?

The fish and chips. I'm not a big fan of the fish, it tastes funny and it seems fake. I feel like we should also limit our pork usage in meals.

What are your opinions on the vegan options offered?

I have to be honest and say I've never tried the tofu after all these years in aws, but from what I've heard from my friends it can vary a lot, from being really good to really bad, although it's been on the better side this year. I've had the vegetarian option for the days we've had shrimp and they were pretty good. I've heard some people say they were tired of the vegan/vegetarian options being only tofu, but I feel like they've been making a better job at it this year.

What would you like to see done differently when it comes to lunchtime?

I would not serve anything that has any kind of sauce on it over jasmine rice. I would also make the grilled cheese with less oil. I would love to see more fruit options during lunch.

Well there you have it. Thank you to one of the anonymous blue ties behind this account for sharing

their personal opinions on the food here at AWS.

Inkwell would like to take this time to thank the dining hall and maintenance staff here at Annie Wright for all they do for us. Thank you!

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Coffee Shop Reviews By: Amelia Herrmann-Scholbe Coffee Shop #1: Curran Coffee - Old Town Tacoma Drink: 16 oz Iced Chai with Oat Milk Taste: Was an 8.5/10. Very sweet, so definitely recommend it if you like sweeter coffee.

Price: Was about $7, so a bit more on the pricey side Customer Service: 10/10. The lady making my drink was so incredibly nice and made my drink pretty quickly.

I've found that the workers are consistently kind and welcoming.

Aesthetic: The way Curran is decorated is super cute and cozy. There's a little coach for customers to sit on and window sill seats for people looking to get work done. On the downside, Curran is relatively small so it can get pretty cramped if busy.

Food and Drinks: They had a wide selection of drinks with prices ranging from $2.40 to $6.35. Something that was unique at Curran is their list of House Specials such as "Lavender Fields" which is matcha with lavender and vanilla bean. They had a little less variety and stock of their food.

Coffee Shop #2: Gravity Coffee Drink: 24 oz Down To Earth Taste: I would rate this an 8/10. It was very sweet and you could really taste the Red Bull. Definitely recommend it if you need to wake up.

Price: Was about 8 dollars, so again pretty expensive.

Customer Service: 9/10. Everyone that works there is extremely friendly Aesthetic: The inside of Gravity was pretty small and didn't have lots of decorations but the menus were right in front of you which made it easy to see what they sell. But one thing that sucks is the drive thru. The entrance for the drive thru is at an awkward angle which makes it difficult to access.

Food and Drinks: Just like Curran, they had a variety of drinks such as signature energy drinks, signature coffee, and smoothies. Everything on the menu has a cool name such as High Voltage, Supernova, and Down to Earth.

Finally, they don't sell food, so only go here if you're just craving a drink.

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Dorm Focus

by Lucas Jung, Truong Nguyen & Minh Nguyen

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a dormer at Annie Wright? If so, you're in luck, this article is just for you. We collected data from dormers across all age groups. From freshmen to seniors, we asked what they like, their favorite places to go, the best part of dorm life, and just basic advice. We've got all the answers just for you.

Walking Walking can feel quite mundane in our lives, so, why are so many visitors drawn to walk at Point Ruston?

Point Ruston provides 7 miles of walking paths along the bay extending from Downtown Tacoma to Point Defiance, allowing you to visit numerous places by foot.

Point Ruston also stands out from other walking areas since people can rent bicycles and do water sports as kayaking and water paddling along their journey.

Point Ruston is not attractive to visitors merely for walking but for nature experiences and a variety activities.

Foods/delivery After participating in many Ruston-unique activitites, you canot miss the food tour in Tacoma.

Point Ruston has many different food venues, each responsible for a different category. Thanks to the quality of the food, restaurants are appreciated by visitors. Most visitors are fond of seafood and beef-based restaurants and ice cream shops are most visitors favorites.

Wright Park You can reach Wright Park with 18 mins walking from AWS. 23

Wright Park is home to 138 different species of trees, 18 of them recognized as "Champion(biggest) Trees" in Washington.

Given this remarkable nature, visitors are fond of walking in Wright Park. One renowned activity there is lawn bowling, which you will feel is a lot different from bowling as an indoor activity.

Point Ruston Situated a few miles away from the AWS, Point Ruston provides a broad spectrum of services and activities. These aspects have drawn more visitors and earned their appreciation over the years. If looking for places to hang out in Tacoma, or near the AWS, do not hesitate to visit Point Ruston.

Thriftway Requiring a short walk, Thriftway placed in the Stadium is one of the preferred places by many borders. As a grocery store, it sells various sections: flowers, bakery, foods and fruits, and medicines. If you want to buy any needs near AWS, feel free to visit ThriftWay. Advice Whether a five or seven day border, students face challenges in the dorm. Attempting to comply with an new culture while far away from parents and family, students sometimes face hardships in their dorm lives. But remember you have support all around you. Your friends and dorm parents will help lessen any burdens and make your life more enjoyable. There are a host of fun activities only provided

for dormers that surely shape wonderful memories.

The best part of dorm life The best part of dorm life is the welcoming atmosphere which lessens many challenges of adjusting to a new environment.

Living in a dormitory provides countless opportunities to make friends and create lasting memories. One highlight is the chance to meet diverse individuals with different backgrounds, fostering a sense of community and broadening your perspective.

Dorms often have game nights, where we gather with friends to play board or video games in friendly competitions. These moments can bring joy and entertainment and also build strong bonds with fellow residents.

There are also many movie nights, visits to various places in Tacoma, trips, and competitions, adding excitement and a sense of belonging to the community.

These events are fantastic opportunities to connect with others, showcase talents, and create shared experiences that will be cherished for years to come.

Wright Park

Point Ruston

Ruston Way Moodboard

By: Flora Hu

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Inkwell 2023 Trip to the Concrete Jungle! (NYC) Featuring: Zoe and Amelia

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42. "'___ _,' said the cat" (two words)

21. "I like the cut of his ____!"

59. Don't forget her in May!

11. Egg-laying chicken

43. Golf target

22. A loop around a track

61. Science Team (s)elective adviser

12. Vogue or Vanity Fair, for short

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64. Well-known brand for pens and markers

13. Beethoven's "___ to Joy"

23. Despite its name, this majestic wading bird you might see while at 39-Across is usually more gray 30. Follows "arr"

67. Wooded area below Annie Wright's campus

31. Backtalk

68. Be in debt

32. Where ear piercings usually go

69. Leaves out

33. Combine with "lemon" or "lime" to make a refreshing drink 36. Press down, like dirt (rhymes with "camp") 38. Tater ___ 39. Famous Tacoma park and theme of this crossword 43. Cooking tool 44. "Believe" singer 45. A fun day at 39-Across might include a trip here to see animals ranging from Asian elephants to Pacific giant octopus 46. Alike (to)

70. A small arm of water attached to a sea, lake, or river 71. To be married 72. Major awards ceremony for Broadway theater Down 1. Cried 2. Era of the woolly mammoth and saber-toothed tiger 3. "Gators Give" participants 4. ___ Manning, Peyton's brother 5. Naruto's profession

48. "My word!"

6. Director of the Upper School for Boys

50. End zone scoring plays

7. Long, slippery fish

53. Chinese ______ Park on Ruston Way, built to grapple with the racism of Tacoma's past

8. Hot drink made from dried leaves

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9. Comedian Silverman, or politician Palin

18. Command to a dog 22. Affectionate nickname for the 80's musical featuring the songs "I Dreamed a Dream," "Master of the House," and "Bring Him Home"

49. Made a squeaking noise, like an animal might 51. It can mean "realm," but in math class it means something else, often paired with 19-Across 52. Stuck-up 54. A time to see the harbor lights out on the water

24. Actor ____ Morales, who played the villain in Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning and in the DC Comics series Titans

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25. Sideways or backward pass in American football

60. Don't leave one in the dining hall!

26. American military branch with a training academy in Colorado Springs (abbv)

61. Alternative to hand-drawn animation, used by Pixar and others (abbv.)

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62. "Go, quick! Get out of here!"

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37. Kung ____ chicken 39. Jab with a finger 40. Suffix with "psych-" or "narc-" 41. Of South Asian descent

Answers will be posted in the next issue and online at anniewrightinkwell.org!