CMYK
October 2009
Kings win battle royale on Homecoming By Logan Hood
On October 2nd Coach Camp and his army of “Kings” laced up their boots and prepared for battle against the Muscatine Muskies. Around 7 o’clock the troops rallied and awaited the opening kickoff for the much anticipated homecoming game. The fans came out to support their team bearing their white attire, which was very fitting for the blizzard-like atmosphere. Fans stood interlocking hands and cheering as the ball flew through the air at the start of the game. The Kings made a quick score to put them up 7-0, a nice way to begin the game. The bruisers
then came on the field to contain the Muskies. They didn’t only contain them but instead were led by Adam Young with a “pick six” score to fire them up. To some teams the conditions may have seemed too difficult, but not our Kings. They adapted and overcame their opponents and moved the ball up the field effortlessly. Other teams in the MAC seemed to not be able to handle the conditions with their low scores that evening, thus showing that our team does reign supreme above the rest. The Kings were led by outstanding rushing performances by Ty Hatheway, David
Johnson, and Mo Walker. All played exceptionally well during that night, however, let us not forget about the guys up front that allow all of this to happen. The offensive line of the Kings has been playing well all season to create holes which a MAC leading truck could drive t h r o u g h . Kings, despite the weather, set up for a winning game. ALYSSA WELLS There was a great performance outcome of the game on the clock. As the shown by kicker Ben seemed inevitably in clock ticked down Parker, whom put up their favor, unlike this week the game weeks was in the bag as a 36 yard field goal to previous add to the massive where fans were held they walked off the lead. To many, the in suspense, waiting field with a 45-0 win. until the last few ticks This added another
Flamingos flock homes By Molly Eversoll
Have you ever seen a flock of flamingos in Clinton, Iowa? If your answer is no, then it is likely this will change this fall season. The Clinton High Drama Thespians and Booster Club are beginning this annual fund raiser of flamingo flocking in the community. What does it mean to be ‘flocked?’ Being flocked is the term used when you find yourself with a yard full of plastic pink flamingos. While they may not be real flamin-
gos, they will be raising real awareness for the drama department. It works like this: the group of 24 plastic lawn flamingos will show up in someone's yard. The person whose yard the flamingos show up in will donate twenty dollars to the drama department to have the flamingos moved. The person who has been flocked gets to choose who to pass the flamingos onto next. The thespians come in the dark of night and move the flamingos
house to house. Once the flamingos begin their trip around the community, you never know where they are going to show up next. This year each person who has been flocked will receive their own small flamingo to keep. This fund raiser will obtain money for the drama department's upcoming show “Little Women” and all the productions and activities they do throughout the year. It also helps the community have the opportunity to take part in the CHS Drama Department. Drama club president, Alison Sullivan, says that she “hopes it is successful in engaging the community in CHS Drama's fun activities”. If you have any questions or would like to be flocked this year contact Marcia Tegler or Ms. Ball at 243-7540 ext. 2210. A sign and flamingo are displayed outside a 'flocked' home.
A glowing event By Kristina Armstrong
This year ’s Homecoming pep assembly was definitely one for the record books! The usually peppy event kicked off with an ever boisterous rendition of the Clinton High loyalty song sung with even more energy. The cheer-
leaders then performed an amazing dance that proudly displayed their dedication and pride. Kudos to them for their amazing straight up lib! When the lights finally dimmed, Yourd gym was instantly trans-
formed into a florescent neon panorama. Glow sticks illuminated the scene as well as the white homecoming shirts. Even the banners decorating the gym walls could not help but join in the glowing festivities; emitting small glow from their
big W in the column for Coach Camp and his Kings’ as they continue their amazing season as conference leaders, on the brink of the state ranking’s
Have you met...? By Kristina Armstrong
Mr. Cramer was born August 10th, 1986 which makes him twenty three years young! He is a 2004 graduate of Clinton High School and loved a’cappella choir and history while
in school. He loves his job as a para educator because he “loves the opportunity to work with students and coworkers!” He has had many life experiences in places such as California, Arizona, Chicago, and of course Iowa. Some of Mr. Cramer’s hobbies include playing guitar, golfing, hanging with friends, and attending concerts. His favorite music includes the Beatles and Guster, while his favorite food is pizza! When it comes to foot-
ball Mr. Cramer is all about the Steelers. When asked his favorite vacation spots he said “Rosebud, South Dakota and San Francisco, California.” The quote he lives by is: “The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” To wrap things up he gave the students of the 2009-2010 school year a little advice. “Life is meant to be lived to the fullest. Enjoy your time at Clinton High and be involved. Capture the opportunities.”
Español Club El club de español está abierto a todos los estudiantes de español. Hay siempre una balsa para regresa a casa (a menos que el desfile se cancela.) Todos los años hay dos viajes posibles: en el
invierno o la primavera. Si el viaje está en el invierno, por Navidad, el club visitan Chicago para ver el festivo de los arboles. Personas de muchos países decoran árboles en el estilo de sus culturas. Si el viaje está en la primavera, el viaje estaría a
Chicago para visitar los Museos de Field y Ciencia y Industria. Las sesiónes están apostadas en las clases de español y en los anuncias. ¡Ojalá que verán ustedes allí!
white trim. The drum line got everyone’s attention with their outstanding performance as well as their neon splashed costumes. As always, the games were fun to watch and kept everyone interested. Watching the foot-
ball players passing a ball with their feet became an intriguing scene to watch with the addition of glow tape. As the assembly came to a close and the lights turned on there was no doubt that this assembly is one that won’t soon be for-
gotten! Special thanks goes out to all of the students, staff, and parents for donating all of their time, black lights, and other supplies that helped make this homecoming pep assembly both a remarkable and an unforgettable one.
By Alyssa Wells
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