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Hinsdale Central High School • May 2016 • Volume 88
Summer Plans
Students decide between relaxing or academics over their break
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Sun Safety
Discover the real price of a good tan
Dress Code
Students deserve a fair dress code that is enforced equally for everyone
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table of contents
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features
10 Summer Plans
Students balance fun and academics
13 Sun Safety
The full risks of tanning explored
18 Retirees
Plans after Central
opinions 5 Snapthought:
Students share their thoughts
5 Cheers & Jeers:
What’s good and bad this month
6 Violation:
The dress code needs consistent consequences
profiles
8 Nina Grotto: Junior goes to UN
12 Spain Students:
Spanish exchange program
news
Company: 7 Dance Students prepare for upcoming showcase 7 Senior Tailgate:
Class board chooses Woodstock theme
infographics
16 This Month:
A preview of what’s coming up cover photo by Alex Choi
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A D V O S T A F F
editor in cheif managing editor head design editor copy editors and heads of writers
seetha aribindi sayali amin lancelot lin maria harrast selin turkyilmaz ray shyrock photo editors colleen martucci shiv bajaj haley anderson alex choi abby berberich nora wood
club writers zeljko kospic • crosby becker • alex herbst • michael claussen • maddie studnicka
mission statement
Devils’ Advocate strives to provide its readers witha diverse forum for reporting and sharing information. It is a student-run, school-funded newsmagazine published monthly. Devils’ Advocate wishes to provide fair and balanced reporting on events by working with students, teachers, and the community. It strives to inform, educate, and improve the atmosphere and student body of Hinsdale Central High School.
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feature editors elise martin lauren excell faith michal shannon sinwell saadia elahi arman haveric dana ahdab nina molina rina ravisundar haley anderson cassie kruse julia baroni anya uppal juliana mayer bilal khokhar julia chatterjee adam dedobbelaere jayne gelman minna hassaballa sophia rafiq charlotte sudduth
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1. What are your summer plans? 2. Who would you want to see at Lollapalooza this year? 3. What’s your favorite Snapchat filter?
Nathalie Espinoza, Freshman
Andrius Espinoza, Sophomore
1. I’m going to Japan 2. J. Cole 3. Face swap
1. I’m planning on finding a job 2. X Ambassadors 3. The rainbow coming out of your mouth
Lauren Casey, Senior
Sebastian Chung, Junior 1. I’m traveling to Brazil to play soccer
1. Hang out with friends, eat food 2. G Eazy 3. The one with no nose
2. DJ Khaled 3. The koala one
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Cheers and Jeers -Cheers to the new ice coffee. It’s the best thing to happen since the salad line. -Cheers to getting out of school in May. Now we actually get the whole month of June off !
-Cheers to driving with the windows down on the weekend.
-Cheers to new albums by Drake and Beyonce.
-Jeers to having to go to the final slot
for a class you already took the final for. -Jeers to filling out a million bubbles for your address on AP Tests. -Jeers to Trump’s Cinco de Mayo tweet. Are people allowed to say “I love the Hispanics!”?
-Jeers to the water bottle fountains that don’t work.
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he biggest game of the season was upon them, Loyola, and to show her support, sophomore Anna Hyland, did as every other lacrosse player did that day, and every other member of a sports team does: she wore her uniform consisting of a razor back top and a jet black skirt to school. But unlike the rest of her teammates, Hyland was pulled aside for her inappropriate top by a teacher, and was told it violated the dress code. For the remainder of the day, she had to put on a sweater to cover up her bare shoulders, while every other member of her team wore the exact same uniform to school without a problem. This is just one of the many examples of how inconsistently enforced the dress code is, and why this should be changed. In the handbook, the dress code states that “Prohibited shirts include backless, one shoulder, strapless or spaghetti strapped shirts or blouses,” and a racerback lacrosse uniform top does not violate this rule. The dress code is black and white, but the enfocement of it is not. According to the Journal of Family and Consumer Science schools implement dress codes to “ensure students’ individual rights of free expression within the collective rights of all students to a safe school environment that is free from disruption and distraction.” This in itself is the reason that Central has a dress code; however, students find themselves unsure of which faculty members will see their outfits as a violation of this code or not a problem due to the inconsistent consequences students receive. It is evident that a dress code is needed in high schools, but a dress code means a code, specific rules, no grey area. Students should have the right to know that the standatds outlined in the student handbook for the dress code are the ones they will be held to. Teachers also need to be more informed as to what clothing violates the rules, and therefore we argue that the dress code should be entirely enforced or revisited for the 2016-2017 school year.
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VIOLATION: DRESS CODE
Current Dress CODE:
• Students must wear non-transparent clothing from shoulder to mid-thigh • All undergarments must be covered • All pants must be worn at the waist • No shirts that are backless, one shoulder, strapless or spaghetti strapped shirts or blouses • No low necklines or exposed cleavage • No clothing or jewelry depicting alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs
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Dance Company Takes Center Stage by Maddie Studnicka “This year, we have hilarious emcees and incredible dances that are exactly what you need to transition from the stress of school to the ease of summer,” said senior Giana Scarpiniti, who has performed in the show for the past four years. As the school year comes to a close, for those who attended the Hinsdale Central Dance Company’s showcase was a great way for students to appreciate Central’s highly skilled dancers.
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Among some of the most notable performers at Central are the talented actors, actresses, singers, musicians, public speakers, sports players and dancers. The Hinsdale Central Dance Company’s performance on May 12 started at 7 p.m. in the auditorium, and allowed some of Central’s most gifted dancers to perform the routines that they’ve practiced and perfected every week since February leading up to the showcase. The dances are choreographed by students who are members of the dance company. There are around 10 dances that encompass a variety of different styles of dance, including hip hop, jazz, contemporary, and tap, with an even wider variety of songs ranging from Justin Bieber’s “What Do You Mean,” Owl City’s “Fireflies,” and classics from The Beatles. “The show is filled with hardworking and dedicated dancers that are having a great time on stage,” said Charlotte Jaeger, freshman, who will be performing a contemporary dance and a hip hop dance. “The dance show is an opportunity for students to see their peers doing what they love.” There was also a rumor regarding a surprise performance from the adaptive physical education class that is sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face.
Erin Sarver, Haley McCormick,Will DeAngelis, and Charles Zayed prepare for the performence.
Grooving into Senior Year by Crosby Becker and Zeljko Kospic be provided. So, Class of 2017, bring out your hippie gear and your Woodstock love for the Senior Tailgate.
Flower crowns are an example of the 60s fashion that can be worn to the tailgate.
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The Class of 2017 will be kicking off the transition into their roles as seniors with the upcoming Senior Tailgate. This year’s theme is “Woodstock,” and Social Chairs Charles Zayed and Will DeAngelis are behind it all. Zayed claims that this year’s senior class will be the best due to the hard work of him and the class board. “We’re going to put all our effort into both school and nonschool activities for the class,” Zayed said. “We will plan fun events, so just wait.” It’s a tradition for the year’s juniors to host a tailgate in the senior parking lot the morning after the seniors graduate. This year, the juniors plan to tailgate on May 20. The 2017 Class Board has worked extensively to plan and prepare the festivities. Food, drinks, and entertainment, including traditional tailgate games such as bean bags and water pong will
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Youth and Government Club and Poetry Club at Central, Grotto expanded her passion for both politics and art. Many of her poems are about personal experiences with sexism that she characterizes as everyday occurrences. She remembers her parents describing a childhood where girls were discouraged to play with the boys because “a young lady should not have dirt under her fingernails”. Even leaving the conference with a group of girls, Grotto was catcalled. “[Sexist catcalls are] especially telling of the state we are in right now,” Grotto said. “It’s really everyday comments that I see and sort of this expectation of what I am supposed to be because of who I am and because of my gender.”
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hile other Red Devils obsessively counted down the days left until Spring Break, junior Nina Grotto was attending the first week of the 60th Annual Commission on the Status of Women (CSW60) in New York City, which ran from March 14 to March 24. As a Girl Scout herself, Grotto was able to attend CSW60 through Girl Scouts. She was one of four girls selected to attend from the Chicagoland area after going through an application and interview process. Grotto worked as an advocacy liaison. She attended panels during the commission and discussed a topic of great importance to her: violence against women. This topic was also the main focus of CSW60. During the panels, issues such as Female Genital Mutilation and domestic violence were considered. Panelists also offered Sustainable Development Goals that are applied to help empower women. This year’s goals covered topics such as equal education for all age groups of girls, equal jobs opportunities specifically in the political leadership field, and access to clean water. For Grotto, the most important panel was titled “End VAW” short for “End Violence Against Women.” The panel was composed of various female ministers from within the European Union. “It was this panel of very strong, intelligent women who were speaking from a position of power,” Grotto said. “That one really meant a lot to me because I know I am in a position of privilege and in a position where I have an opportunity to speak for other women.” Grotto credits her interest in the topic to her identification as a feminist. She wants to shine light on the fact that a lot of the focus on feminism is one-sided. “We are not talking about the fact that women of different ethnicities have different experiences,” Grotto said. “A white woman gets paid 75 cents for every dollar a man makes, but a black or Latina woman makes even less. It’s not just about making rich, white, straight, and cisgender women equal to rich, white, straight, cisgender men.” As for the future, Grotto is not quite as sure what exact career path she wants to take, but she definitely wants to at least minor in Women’s Studies and work in politics. Through
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Working Hard or Hardly Working? Students have many choices when deciding what to do during summer break by Sofia Rafiq and Charlotte Sudduth
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s the year winds to an end, students are likely thinking “National security and intelligence is extremely fascinating about how they’ll spend their 80 days of freedom. As to me, so I thought the camp would be an opportunity for me many students know, the competitive academic and to see if I would maybe want to pursue a career in intelligence,” athletic activities of the school year often extend into Anderson said. the summer. This will be the first time Anderson has participated in a Students who have large gaps in their summer free often go sleepaway camp; she has done other academic camps in the past. off to sleepaway camp or get a summer job. Those with the time Anderson is also taking advaantage of her camp’s location in and resources often spend their summer travelling either simply Washington D.C. to relax, or to pursue an interest of theirs. For others, keeping a “After the NSLC camp, my mom and my sister are coming free schedule in the summer is their reward for making it through out to the east coast so we can go on more college tours,” another school year. Anderson said. Freshman lacrosse player Ella Farrell is participating in four On the other end of the spectrum, Camryn Comstock, tournaments and different camps at University of California, Berkeley, sophomore, will spend her first job working admissions at the Cornell University, and Harvard University. Not only will she be Clarendon Hills pool. Upon recommendation of her sister, competing in the camps, but she is also travelling to several different Comstock decided that working admissions at the pool states to play in tournaments. would be an enjoyable “I choose to play because it summer experience. provides me an opportunity to She earned her spot by play with the best players in submitting an application Chicago as well as improve my and completing an skills,” Farrell said. “I like to go interview when her to college camps as well to meet application was accepted. new people and play with people To balance the workload, outside of Illinois.” Comstock will spend Hannah Anderson Some students choose to time travelling and going advance their athletic talents, while to Lollapalooza. other students enroll in college Students’ decisions to camps or camps specializing in spend their free time in certain careers. Sophomore Hannah Anderson plans to travel to summer either in academic or athletic activities and Washington D.C. to attend the National Student Leadership jobs are entirely based on their passions and college preparation. Conference on Intelligence and National Security. For those who want a head start on planning their summer in At first, Anderson was unsure of how to spend her summer, 2017, most internships and summer camps begin the application but she decided to take advantage of the summer to explore process as early as January. There is also plenty of resources and her interests. information in the guidance office.
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Freshman Ella Farrell plans to particpate in various lacrosse tournaments throughout the country over summer break.
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Central Takes on Spain
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his past spring break, 22 students, some of whom have taken Spanish class with Ms. Brodell, visited Guadix, a small town in Spain. Students were able to immerse themselves in the Spanish culture by attending school and staying with host families for a week. “[It was] an awesome way to improve my Spanish speaking skills and social skills, like interacting with new people in a difficult situation,” said Lizzy Groenewold, sophomore. She also noticed some fundamental cultural differences when it comes to things like mealtimes, school size and teaching style. As for the meals, breakfast was usually light, like a piece of toast and marmalade. Lunch was around 3 or 4 p.m., and then they had a late dinner around 9:30 p.m. When it came to speaking the language itself, students at first had trouble understanding the Spaniards in Southern Spain because of their authentic accents. “They don’t pronounce s or d, and they shorten a ton of words,” Groenewold said. But nevertheless, all of the students were able to adapt quickly and communicate clearly. “[I used] google translate a few times,” said Natalie Niesen, a sophomore who also attended the trip. The schools in Spain are much smaller than U.S. schools, and the lessons are mostly comprised of lectures that covered multiple topics. “[The lessons were first] about evolution and the origin of the earth, then about the sound barrier, then about volcanoes and earthquakes, and then about physics,” Groenewold said. During the week of May 2, some of the students from Spain came to Central. Alba Zurita, one of the students who stayed with Groenewold, came to the U.S. to experience a different culture and improve her English speaking skills. “In school in Spain [the teachers] do not talk or interact as much [with students], they just write and practice grammar,” Zurita said. She also talked about how the education systems contrast. “Buildings and schools are much smaller. Teachers in America are much friendlier [than Spanish teachers], who mainly give lectures, as we take notes,” Zurita said. Despite cultural and language difficulties, all students were able to experience each other’s everyday lives, and make friendships they will always treasure.
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The cost of ignoring the risks of skin cancer by Julia Baroni, Bilal Khokhar, Juliana Mayer, & Anya Uppal
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ohn Thomas, a retired veteran, never expected to battle skin cancer. “When I was younger, I loved being in the sun at family parties and barbeques. Nobody ever talked about skin cancer in the 1970s. The more sun you got, the better.” Thomas, now 78, grew up in Molus, Kentucky, a small town with students not much different than most other Americans today. Unlike today, when Thomas was growing up, the sun wasn’t thought of as a risk but instead a way to get a summer tan. His first serious burns happened when he was in his 20s, although it wasn’t until he was in his 70s that cancerous marks appeared on the top of his nose and his ears. “My doctor told me it was from 50 years ago. I just couldn’t believe it,” Thomas said. “Every now and then I might have thrown some sunblock on, but again the dangers of the sun weren’t as well known then, so I didn’t think anything bad would happen if I got a terrible sunburn.” Fortunately, a skingraff from his forearm to his affected areas was enough to complete his treatment. To this day, the scar that remains reminds Thomas to protect himself from the dangers of the sun. John Thomas isn’t alone in his story. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2012, nearly 70,000 people in the United States were diagnosed with melanoma, the most serious type of skin cancer. Of those, 13 percent died. Melanoma develops in skin cells that produce the melanin that gives off pigment in skin. Prolonged exposure to sunlight increases one’s risk of skin cancer. Today Thomas describes his relationship with the sun as “heated,” in a word. “I still love it, but now I enjoy it from the shadow. I have an umbrella on my deck that protects against ultraviolet rays, so I can still be outside and not be so worried,” Thomas said. Although this information probably seems redundant for students, statistics show that melanoma is in fact on the rise. Since 2002, the rate has increased by 1.5 percent among men and 1.1 percent among women over the past five years as stated by the CDC.
Researchers speculate this is on the rise because of the trend of tanning. In 2010 alone, the indoor tanning industry was estimated by the American Academy of Dermatology to have a revenue of 2.6 billion dollars. Many students and adults alike have a summer goal of getting as tan as possible. In fact, 35 percent of American adults, 59 percent of college students, and 17 percent of teens have reported using a tanning bed in their lifetime. Statistics and stories like Thomas’ are often dismissed because they seem like a worry for later in life. However Dr. Dolar Koya, dermatologist, recommends that preventative measures should be taken from a younger age as damage can occur at any time. Matt McCann, junior, learned this the hard way, a warning for other students with beach vacations to come this summer. With one light coating of spray-on SPF 30, McCann ventured off to Bonita Springs, Florida over spring break. Because he had a limited history of sunburn, he expected to just enjoy a harmless day of relaxation. However by the time he left the beach that day, a serious burn had developed. “[My complexion] was extremely uneven and it looked terrible for probably a good week or so,” McCann said. McCann said that his skin had turned a dark red from that day at the beach which developed into a severe burn later that week. “I think everybody just wants to get tan and they don’t really think about anything more than that,” McCann said. This type of severe burn is similar to that of pre-skin cancer. According to Dr. Koya,“Pre-skin cancer occurs when you have bumps on your skin before getting cancer. You will first get sun burnt and get blisters. Later on, this can turn into skin cancer.” It’s common to believe that the sun’s ultraviolet rays can only hurt those who spend extended periods of time outside. However, according to the CDC, exposure for as little as 15 minutes can cause damage. Many students, like McCann, do apply sunscreen when they will be spending an extended period of time outside. Their critical mistake is not applying the wrong sunscreen, as any with an SPF of 15 or greater will suffice, it’s that they don’t re-apply enough of
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it. The Skin Cancer Foundation (SCF) advises an application of at least one ounce, more than double what most people normally apply, every two hours. “I recommend that you do not go out into the sun for too long,” Dr. Koya said. However, this is not feasible for many active Central students, whose sports, festivals, and other adventures leave them no choice but to be outside. Dr. Koya recommends that if people must go outside, they should “wear a hat and protective clothing, and be sure to wear sunscreen.” Dr. Koya advises people to apply sunblock under clothes too, as a typical shirt has an SPF of less than 15. Because studies from the SCF show even on a sunless day, 40 percent of the sun’s UV radiation comes through. Some students at Central try to avoid sunburn by tanning at a salon first. “Prior to laying out on vacation for spring break, I go to the tanning salon to get a base tan so I don’t burn,” said Chloe Barofsky, sophomore. Although one might not physically burn afterwards, indoor tanning still exposes the skin to UV rays. According to the AAD, nearly 65 percent of melanoma cases can be linked to UV rays, both natural and artificial. “I would never use tanning beds on a weekly basis, but I think that laying out in a tanning bed once in awhile doesn’t do any more harm than laying out in the sun all summer does,” Barofsky said. Both indoor and outdoor UV exposure can be dangerous
without proper protection. A research journal from the National Cancer Institute in 2014 revealed that using tanning beds before the age of 35 increases the risk of developing melanoma by 75 percent. Many students don’t just see tanning as a way to relax for the summer, but instead a way to get ready for an event, much like putting on makeup or getting one’s hair done. “As I get older, I do plan on continuing to use tanning beds for events like prom to get my skin tanner,” Barofsky said. It’s clear that a bronzed glow is a look sought after by many Central students, but it’s important to know that there are alternatives to both the sun and tanning beds with less of a risk. Options such as salon spray tans, “tan in a can,” and various self-tanner lotions provide a similar effect on the skin. A common complaint about these products is the time spent needed to reapply them in order to reach the desired effect, but ultimately some may argue that it’s important to weigh all of the costs in consideration of skin cancer. “The worst part [about my skin cancer] was that I could have prevented it,” Thomas said. “Protect yourself with sunblock, but even more importantly, wear a hat on the beach, bring the umbrella, and re-apply.”
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WHERE TO BE THIS MONTH MAY 1 - DECEMBER 31
CHICAGO CHOCOLATE JUNE 11-12 HINSDALE ART FESTIVAL JULY 6 - 10
TASTE OF CHICAGO
JULY 28 - 31
WHAT TO EAT THIS MONTH
LOLLAPALOOZA
PREVIEW: 36th ANNUAL TASTE OF CHICAGO
by Ray Shryock
The latest edition in a tradition dating all the way back to July 4th, 1980, the 36th annual Taste Of Chicago is the largest festival in the city. Every summer, local restaurants and food vendors set up shop to show off original dishes and culinary creations. The options at The Taste (the nickname given to it by Chicagoans) are as delicious as they are diverse. Last year you’d find polish sausages, tequila-lime marinated chicken tacos, deep-dish pizza, corn on the cob, rib-eye sandwiches, mustard fried catfush, barbecued turkey legs, pad Thai, rabbit and rattlesnake sausages, key lime cheesecake, chicken kababs with curry rice and roasted pepper & goat cheese tamales all side by side. Besides satisfying your tastebuds, The Taste is a feast for the ears as well, featuring powerhouse headliners this year like The Roots, Billy Idol, and the Isley Brothers. The Taste of Chicago is a summer experience you won’t want to miss.
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Time: 11am-9pm: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10am-9pm: Saturday & Sunday Where: Grant Park The Loop 3337 E Randolph St. Chicago Ill. 60601 When: Wednesday, July 6th - Sunday, July 10th Admission: Admission is FREE. However, to taste the food and drinks there you must pay for them with tickets you can purchase. Tickets are sold in sheets of 12 for $8.50.
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MENU OF THE MONTH: RICE KRISPIE TREATS
DIRECTIONS: 1. Melt butter in sauce pan over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until until melted and well-blended. Cook 2 minutes longer, stirring constantly. 2. Add cereal. Stir until well coated. 3. Using buttered spatula or waxed paper, press mixture evenly and firmly in buttered 13 x 9 inch pan. Cut into 2 x 2 inch squares when cool. INGREDIENTS: 4 cups miniature marshmallows 5 cups crisp rice cereal 1/4 cup butter 1/2 tsp salt photos by Alex Choi & Ray Shryock
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MOVIE MADNESS OF THE MONTH
THE ANGRY BIRDS MOVIE
X-MEN: APOCALYPSE
INDEPENDENCE DAY: RESURGENCE
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RETIREES SPEAK:
What are your plans? I am going to help mentor the new directors as well as volunteer for the American Cancer Association. - Patricia Huebner, Guidance
To relax! - Alan Housner, Physical Education
I will not be teaching. - Jim Horan, World Languages
Relax and definitely enjoy not having a schedule for a while, bike ride, visit friends and family more often, travel to more national parks and one more trip to Ireland to hike Croagh Patrick again. - Janet Mark, History
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I am looking forward to fishing, golfing, reading and traveling! - John Melone, Science
Enjoy life, travel, and spend time with my grandkids. - Maddy Circlincione, Support
I’m going to continue to coach; I have a daughter here and another one in fifth grade, so I get to do more with them and get a little more sleep. - Mark McCabe, Guidance I’m going to travel, play in local orchestras, and enjoy not setting an alarm clock! - Jeff Wirtz, Music
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CHEERS AND JEERS
Through the years
FRESHMAN (2012-2013) -Cheers to square dancing. I got to hold my crush’s hand (*heart eyes*). -Cheers to making freshmen mistakes. I thought detention was the testing center. -Cheers to the birth of circle skirts and crop tops. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. -Cheers to forgetting everything from this horrible year.
-Jeers to getting lost in the school even though it’s just a giant square. -Jeers to actually wearing red and white every Friday. We thought we were cool. -Jeers to not sitting in the student section at football games. To be fair, the seniors were intimidating. -Jeers to still wearing Uggs. Just, why?
SOPHOMORE (2013-2014) -Cheers to the polar vortex. It went from Chiraq to Chiberia real quick. -Cheers to DJ Goldbox. Two years later, still waiting for the beat to drop. -Cheers to the start of Nick Jonas’s solo career. He’s still the hot one. -Cheers to creation of the word “mort.” And the following creation of the word “sophomort.”
-Jeers to turnabout becoming winter formal, being moved to the cafeteria, and getting cancelled. -Jeers to only being able to drive one person (*wink*). -Jeers to Health class. Sex has never been so boring. -Jeers to Yik Yak. What’s the point of roasting someone if you don’t get any credit?
JUNIOR (2014-2015) -Cheers to 8 state titles. We peaked. -Cheers to Wes Berger for getting us to actually have spirit. And for teaching us to clean up. -Cheers to Abelino for always fending off the goose. I know it’s not a snake but I swear it hissed at me. -Cheers to our tailgate. I’ve never seen so many bucket hats in one place.
-Jeers to college search spring breaks and watching all the seniors in Mexico. -Jeers to the end of Character Counts cookies. No more exploiting the system. -Jeers to the censorship of Cheers and Jeers. -Jeers to the teacher strike not happening, we can all admit we wanted a few days off.
SENIOR (2015-2016) -Cheers to Google classroom and finally not having technology from 2007. -Cheers to the iced coffee machine. Can you say #blessed? Other than the fact it always runs out. -Cheers to the charming new police officer. You can arrest me any day. -Cheers to Snapchat filters. Let’s face it, we all like ourselves better with the dog filter.
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-Jeers to having four principals in four years. It sounds like the beginning of a great joke. Sadly, it’s not. -Jeers to Keller retiring. Thanks for finding my phone! -Jeers to previous senior classes having terrible pranks. We have literally nothing to live up to. -Jeers to the Ferris Wheel being under construction. And the merry-go-round being closed. And the weather being horrid. Yay prom.
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CLASS OF 2016 COLLEGES ALABAMA Auburn University Joey Armonda B Daves Eliza Gaber Jesse Grooms Ben Kajevic
University of Alabama Cameron Anderson Alex Brown Ilana Furlan Tomasz Gruchala Lexi Limparis Jimmy McGrath Scott McLaughlin Matthew Medick Katherine Nordstrom Mitchell Parse Taylor Pickering Reed Willman
ARIZONA
Arizona State University Matt Stockmal
University of Arizona Tristan Ciardelli Ryan Miller Will Thorton
CALIFORNIA California Polytechnic State University- San Luis Obispo Cooper Lienhart
Chapman University Grant Stankaitis
Claremont Mckenna College Francis Rayis
Humboldt State University George Sabbagh
Los Angeles Valley College Krystal Lacy
Loyola Marymount University Athanasios Tsokolas
Pepperdine University Hannah Follman
San Diego State University Ryan Cohen Decisions.indd 2
Santa Barbara City College Shane Anderson Ethan Gama Colin Goss
Santa Clara University Rachael Han
Stanford University Jake Heiser
University of CaliforniaBerkeley Sunny Chen Armen Kelikian Elise Martin Lara Ostertag Peter Ren Owen Voorhees
University of California- Irvine Vanessa Moy
University of CaliforniaLos Angeles Minsoo Kim Anna Yang
University of CaliforniaSan Diego Ruoqi Wei
University of CaliforniaSanta Barbara Georgi Kokenis
University of San Diego Nicole Eichelman
University of Southern California Shannon Sinwell
COLORADO Colorado College Elise Glaser Ben Hall
Colorado School of Mines Adam Stansbury
Colorado State University Alyssa Adams Nick Bruni Illeana Sabbagh Alexis Thomas Sandra Keta Aly Lagastee
Illy Sabbagh Andrew Weil Audrey Wolfgang
University of Colorado- Boulder Elle Bergevin Amanda Bronson Austin Cerny Megan Draddy Lauren Griffith Kayla Kelly Kailey Kolnicki Nicole Naccarato Olivia Orput Emily Park Elizabeth Saltiel Malik Tefridj Charles Zajeski
University of Denver James Hagen Suraj Khatau Kathryn Klygis Emily LaRocque
CONNECTICUT Trinity College Alex Herbst
University of Connecticut Alec Djordjevic
Yale University Liz Keller Gabi Seo
FLORIDA Broward College Evan Moran
Eckerd College Justin Daugherty
Florida Atlantic University Amy Fiedler
Florida State University Hannah Battreal Katie Sluman
University of Central Florida Maria Rago
University of Miami Giana Scarpiniti Shaan Shukla
University of Tampa Kimberly Phelps
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GEORGIA Georgia Institute of Technology Brian Glowniak Nikolai Vorobiev
Savannah College of Art and Design Parker Parillo Annalise Wolfe
University of Georgia Clare Caruso Katherine Gallo Lucy Grundberg Olivia Lawton
ILLINOIS
Augustana College Zeana Badawi Jorune Gurevicius
Benedictine University Tala Beilani Nowel Douedari Ramya Surabhi
Bradley University Kirsten Bonish Marina Naborowski Michael Phlamm Collin Smith
College of Dupage Esthela Aguilera Luis Alcantar Berenice Andrade Sandy Bakheet Phillip Barrett Marvelle Brooks Benjamin Brunet Brianne Bryant Brandon Byers Dominic Chiodo Raven Crespo Brandon Cummings Helmut Gabois Alex Gay Alexis Grisaffi Jayson Jaremko Andrew Jurack Jordan Keen Michael Knuth Lukas Kubilius Robert Laws Mark Lopatniuk Maria LoPresti David Luna Brian Luna Karl McConnell Decisions.indd 3
Cole Novak Isaiah Orozco Kishan Patel Matthew Pokorny Aleksandar Radovanovic Jessica Reemstma Mia Romanelli Christopher Schaber Sara Shakir Makyla Short Shannon Smoot Reagan Stomiany Yani Wang Kyle Whelan Andela Zinic
Columbia College Chicago Joe Kunze Darryl Larsen Evan Martucci Nicole Murphy Jesse Muzquiz Elliott Pantuso
Stuart Burkhart Gregory Debrosse Sarabelle Ekechukwu Sarah Geng Mohammed Siddiqui
Illinois Institute of Technology Monica Bhagavan Noah Song Joseph Wittrock
Illinois State University
Monica Giovannoni Alix McArthur
Illinois Wesleyan University Cece Moran Lyndsey Notaro
Knox College
Katy Coseglia
Lake Forest College Ibrahin Hernandaz Ani Karagianis Luke Lagor Sofia Lyazkowska Hugh McCarthy
DePaul University Thomas Drcman Paden Guido Aina Jankunas Kristen Leeper Katherine Roca Megan Timmermann Carlo Zenner
Loyola University Chicago
Eastern Illinois University Celine Dagher
Elmhurst College
Rafia Ali Christiana Allen Reyan Atassi Lauren Dingwall
Snapthought
Favorite Hinsdale Central slang word?
Jake Guth
“Mort”
Stacey Friedman
“Roasted”
David Kwok
“Dank”
Reagan Wright
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Snapthought
Favorite Willowbrook Center restaurant?
Nicole Eichelman
Elise Glaser
Panera
Bed Bath & Beyond
Lauren Bloomfield
Meatheads Maggie Ford Anastasia Kasimos David Kwok Nina Molina Erica Osei-Badu Aaron Ramasastry Naisarg Vanani
Millikin University
Alysa Doneske Tara Nuccio
North Central College Daniel Trimble
Northern Illinois University Julia Goldstein Monika Tchavdarov
Northwestern University Aditi Agarwal Neha Basti Margaret Bibby Erin Bruns Millie Culbertson Saadia Elahi Shannon Johnson Beatrice Makdah Caroline Morris Trevor Rempert Juliana Rev Bradley Schwartz Francisco Soto Alex Tannebaum Serena Tolani James Walker
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Aditi Agarwal
Chipotle Southern Illinois UniversityCarbondale
John Harris
Southern Illinois UniversityEdwardsville Malcom Williams
Tribeca Flashpoint College Nicholas Scurto
University of Chicago Honor Crandell
University of Illinois at Chicago Jude Abboud Mostafa Abdel Taj Atassi Chandler Bachman Nomin Bayarsaikhan Anita Das Youssof Eshac Kareem Jabri Thomas Janas Anupriya Matthews Shahzeb Naveed Jacob Zakaria
University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign Madeline Argires Shiv Bajaj Ariana Balice Rohith Balusu Katrina Blum Christian Bobak Sasha Bogdonoff
Conor Bryan Katie Bulin Sakina Burhani Amar Chawla Meilin Chen Madeleine Collanto Julie Culler Emma Dannhausen-Brun Jacob Dannhausen-Brun Donna Dimitrova Brian Dvorak Lauren Excell Eric Foley Kevin Frank Elena Frizzel Michael Gates Daniel Graham Ruiling Ge Jake Guth Bella Gutierrez Taylor Haynes Mike Johns Emma Joyce Rishi Karamchandani Allie Kelly Ann Kennedy Shaan Keswani Zara Khan Doug Kramer Katie McDade Noah Morkeliunas Christopher Nash Brooke O’Grady Nick O’Grady Lilly O’Neill Carly Owens Cathryn Quinlivan Julia Rajan Alia Rathore Rina Ravisundar Matt Rico Hana Rimawi Roma Ripani Beth Schaller Joseph Scheri Anna Skaredoff Gabby Skokna Maddie Stelle Steven Sun Nadia Tahir Djordje Takov Margaret Tamm Hector Varela Eric Wan Junyi Wang Fengfan Yang Ryan Yapp Ziliang Zhang 5/12/16 2:44 PM
Western Illinois University Aneta Gocmanac
INDIANA Butler University
Athan Arhos Lisa Buhelos Courtney Cash Brad Huth Colleen Major Robert Monyek Stefanee Montesantos Regan Moster
DePauw University Natalie Brunini Chris Chute Jake Corcoran Abby Hess Patrick Lee Tony Lozanoski Drew Mullarkey Maclain Neal Lizzy Nelson Marissa Sorini Nate Stapleton
Indiana University- Bloomington Sophia Bernardi Johnathan Brannigan Olivia Brooks Nicole Burjeck Caroline Claffy Michael Claussen Andrew D’Aprile Jacque DeLaMater Thomas Dunphy Stephanie Dusky Ryan Gleason Will Hughes Alex Kavanagh Jack Kane Albert La Valle Charlie Little Bryan Loebig Emmett Mohl Steven Mungovan Sarah Naveed Alexa O’Donnell Erik Osmundson Samson Pollak Shan Rathi Daiaana Riazanskaia Hanna Stawik Will Thompson Lily Westwood-Booth
Marian University Joshua Vozenilek
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Purdue University
Tanner Balsamo Sydney Bell Luke Bennett Stephen Coan Jack Gartlan Dina Haveric Daniel Hu Jack Mason Nicholas Mis Graham Reid Carson Tabachka Spencer Tate
Rose Hulman Institute of Technology Manoj Kurapati
Saint Mary’s College Cathleen Meade
University of Notre Dame Ben Anderson Elizabeth Bogs Dhruv Chempakasseril Kyle Hyland Mita Ramani Margarite Schwarz
Valparaiso University Melissa Avila
Wabash College Ryan Krug
IOWA Buena Vista University Ashley Pelton
Drake University
Jackson Campbell Eddie Condon Katie Delzenero Sydney Dralle Riley Farra Martin Fecarotta Michael Gee Marc Gozali Ananda Harper Paige Hart Nick Kasimos Khaleel Kazi Michael Licata Nicole Maley Anna Mazure Madeline Nemeth Haley O’Connell Alexis Potocki Mina Rao Nick Silva John Suchy Parker Van Dorn
St. Ambrose University Immanuel Carr
KANSAS
University of Kansas Alexa Brejcha Lily Eck Kelly Liljeberg Drew Shepherd
KENTUCKY Campbellsville University
Elizabeth Cash
Adam Conklin
Nick Alex Lauren Bloomfield Andrea Running
Michael Dietrich Joey Gordon Julia Liss Mary Kate Montroy Matt Paulson
Grinnell College
Iowa State University
Joshua Del-Roasrio Rivera Eric Gnat Brandon Johnson Matthew Kaczynski Jamie McArthur Ryan Musch Alfredo Nevarez Alexis Skowron
Loras College Ian Giebel
University of Dubuque Joshua Coleman
University of Iowa
Muzzammal Alvi
University of Kentucky
LOUISIANA
Tulane University Matt Daniels
MASSACHUSSETS
Amherst College Jahanavi Gaur Craig Smith
Berklee College of Music Sammy Dussias Robin Owens
Boston College Emma Loughlin
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DECISION
Boston University Kristin John Courtney Malecki
Mount Holyoke College Stephanie Spitzer
Northeastern University Onpailin Rangsithienchai
Suffolk University Annika Luk
Tufts University Kelly Melin
University of MassachussetsAmherst Jake Levine
University of MassachussetsBoston Anthony Pescara
MICHIGAN
Adrian College Eric Stephens
Grand Valley State University Kareem Muhammad
Hope College
Sydney Sabbagha
Michigan State University Matt Allen Christine Boddicker Matt Catalano Jilly Jaeger Janny Lovett Chloe Palo Samantha Seymour Mackenzie Stevens
Michigan Technological University Andrew Miscimarra Colin Swoyer
MINNESOTA
MISSOURI
Edgar Astorga Sean Brucci Will Girard
Bethel University
Saint Louis University
Megan Arbor Arman Haveric Leo Huang Paige Peterson Savina Sahgal Angela Senese Michael Sessa John Yaeger
Saint Mary’s University
Northern Michigan University
University of Michigan
Western Michigan University
Clayton Boese Maya Cave Nicholas Martucci Zachary Sayre Decisions.indd 6
St. Olaf College
Ayub Ajaz Barbara Heidkamp Ula Lapkus Anne Madden Natalie McGann Ellie Usher
Univesity of Minnesota
Hannah Smiles
Shepherd Yancey
Carleton College Brendan Ryan Ariel Love
Chris Brenk
Alex Blye William Coker Lindsey Januszyk
MISSISSIPPI University of Mississippi Lindsey Riker
Truman State University University of Missouri Dana Enright Emmett Ferguson Caroline Kealy Madison Marquez Erika Mertz Nicholas Salerno
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ON DISTRIBUTION ION
Fordham University Elizabeth Hamilton Ian Sokolowski
Hamilton College Dana Platt
New York University Bryte Bu Yuji Cusick Zoya Ghazi Jacob Liu Presleigh Renner Alexander Wang
Parsons School of Design Madeline Shownkeen
Pratt Institute
Nicholas Lucaccioni
Rochester Institute of Technology Noah Wang
SUNY Stonybrook Shize Fu
Syracuse University Jocelyn Enriquez Serena Fazal Terese Gibbs Blair Wilder
NORTH CAROLINA Davidson College Andrew Coyner Graham Hooten Grant Labedz
Duke University Matt Bradley Katie Rodgers James Zhou
Elon University David Swank Marissa Weber
Washington University in St. Louis Alec Johnson Samara Lillioja
MONTANA Montana State University William Cook Dylan Roesch Nora Stack
NEBRASKA Creighton University Deepthi Gajjela Harrison Woodward
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University of Nebraska Edward Dodson Alexander Laskowski
NEW JERSEY
Rutgers University Suomiao Xing
Princeton University Matt Yeh
NEW YORK Columbia University Lucie Ticho
Cornell University Matt Hillock Connor Magnesen John Rutkauskas Anne Zaher
Gretchen Groenewold Julia Mercurio
High Point University Zara Habib
OHIO
Bowling Green State University Kyle Foley
Denison University Matt Cherry Madelyn Matura Jake Ryder Frank Saltiel
Kent State University Jasmine Orama Page Weaver
Miami University Andrew Bitautas Sydney Brooker Sarah Canent
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Jake Chin Kayleigh Fikejs Brady Garber Katie Grant Olivia Jeannin Emily Kim Kyle Knight Dylan Lovelace Maddie Manske Matt Truong Samantha Usher Brian Zilis
The Ohio State University Tuhina Bhatt Zackary Cannata Gregory Hayes Colleen Martucci
University of Cincinnati Jake Tribbey
University of Dayton Lily Javois Caroline Schmaedeke Louis St. John Emma Sullivan
Xavier University Juozas Gurevicius
OREGON Lewis & Clark University Faith Michal
University of Oregon
TOP 10 SCHOOLS SENIORS WILL BE ATTENDING NEXT YEAR
1. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2. College of Dupage 3. University of Iowa 4. University of Indiana Bloomington 5. University of WisconsinMadison 6. Northwestern University 7. Miami University (Ohio) 8. University of Alabama 9. University of ColoradoBoulder 10. Loyola University Chicago
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Ari Cole Rob Dandorph Gracyn Elliott
Andrew Irvine Spencer Lamountain Alexandra Lithgow
Kendall Brenneman
TEXAS
University of Portland
PENNSYLVANIA Bucknell University Grace Filer
Carnegie Mellon University Jasper Brown Nick Calzolano Michael Lohmeier Riya Uppal
Gannon University Julia Strtak
La Fayette College Jack Mueller
Lehigh University Ginger Gerhold Lauren Hamp
Penn State University- State College Courtney Berlin Yasmain Hamood Zackary Marinko
Temple University Virag Maniar Jennifer Schreiber
Villanova University Maxwell Bartuch Mitchell Collins Michael Czlonka Colleen Sharp
Baylor University
Madison Collins
Southern Methodist University Kristina Boshardt
Texas Christian University Ben Fowler Ethan Hepding Andrew Lawson Will Meland Alex Wallace
University of Texas- Austin Nathan Cloud Abby Cole Chris Kujalowicz Austin Schwartz Jazmin Shenouda Milan Stokes Reagan Wright
UTAH University of Utah Ryan Daly Joe DiPofi Lauren Gnat
Utah State University Sophia Haleas
VERMONT Middlebury College
RHODE ISLAND
Nathan Hill Emma Stapleton
Brown University
VIRGINIA
Ankush Bajaj Paul Cumberland Ellen Jiang Kenneth Li Hugo Zoells
Rhode Island School of Design Jillian Cai
SOUTH CAROLINA Clemson University Hannah Berg
TENNESSEE
James Madison University Honor Stick
Liberty University Rigo Rojas
University of Richmond Emma Anetsberger Michael Ha Jack Hutchinson Sarah Pencak
University of Virginia Ellis Kritzer
WASHINGTON
Middle Tennessee State University
University of Washington
Vanderbilt University
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Megan Irvin
Shan-Tang Yang
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Snapthought
American University Stacey Friedman
Favorite trend?
Georgetown University Dana Ahdab Steven Botsoe
WISCONSIN Concordia University Spencer Garnett
Cameron Anderson
Millie Culbertson
No bras
High-waisted shorts
Nicholas Martucci
Courtney Berlin
Lawrence University Matt Fowler
Marquette University Nick Becker Nick Kallas Jessica Patacsil Jamie Sherlock Junwen Wang
University of WisconsinMadison Madeline Boleyn Brett Dougherty Andrew Kubycheck Jimmy Lee Eamon McMahon Brigid Mulligan Jared Neumann Neil Outarsingh Talia Sankari Katherine Senese Navid Shoaee Melanie Sims Madeline Sullivan Caity Tirakian Yu-Lin Yang Shuaike Zhou
University of WisconsinPlatteville Joe Budicak
University of WisconsinWhitewater Jordan Kerrigan Gilley Martinelli Alison Ward
MILITARY
Air Force Academy (Colorado) Charles Wasz
Armed Forces (USA) Paul Keane
Navy (USA)
Nicholas Thomas
United States Military Academy (New York) Sophie Lekas Decisions.indd 9
Flannels
INTERNATIONAL American University of Paris (France) Sophie Pecilunas
University of St. Andrews (Scotland) Zervaan Borok Caroline Sharples
GAP YEAR Courtney Berenschot Nicholas Curtiss Humza Malik
UNDECIDED Jimmy Antonelli Kimberley Benson Peter Blust Natalie Brunini Michael Gill Lamont Guintu Delaney Talbott-Swain
UNREPORTED Mohammed Ajaz Armando Almazan Alex Bachman Dur-e-Smeen Berki Natalie Beyer Elizabeth Centracchio Mark Cybor Andrew Enriquez Nick Frasca
Adidas Sheena Gomez Milvydas Grigalis Shiraz Hassan Riichiro Hayashi Colin Holmes Christopher Jones Paul Justema Aida Kasetaite Sarah Khadra Lucas Kiesel Rose Kuckertz Ivan Lekovic Daniel Lillard Jazmyne Logan Madeline Maturino Anthony Meller Eric Menendez Victoria Merrell Alexis Murphy Rida Nadeem Shobhit Nain Aiman Naveed Destiny Nicholson Georgi Palkov Alexander Panice Cassandra Peters Robert Ridgeway Sarah Rocha Husna Sajid Daniel Salgado Matt Slonoff Adomas Sobolevskis Thomas Swanson Miguel Torres Shih Yu Lee Wei Zhong 5/12/16 2:44 PM
SENIOR COLUMNS SHANNON SINWELL Just four short years ago, we were freshmen. We carried maps of the school around in our pockets, hoisted our overstuffed backpacks high on our backs, and cowered at the sight of the seniors, who at the time seemed so tall and intimidating. We heard legends about the pennies that we would be thrown at us and cringed. And look at us now! For the past year, we’ve enjoyed our spot at the top of the foodchain. But soon enough, we’ll all be freshmen again. I’m sure we’ll be fine just make sure to watch out for the pennies. Shannon
RINA RAVISUNDAR
High school has taught me a lot of things, but the to heart: remember that you leave high school with recollecting bad moments as vaguely as a drunk pe night out, and that you remember great times as vi embarrassing moment; so don’t stress over trivial m I’ve also learned that I’m awful at giving advice, s I should’ve taken from someone wiser: don’t sweat unapologetically be your authentic self, and alway ready for those neverending allnighters.
NINA MOLINA
Rina
Recently, I talked with a freshman girl at guidance. After saying I was a senior, she asked, “Did you like high school?” “Yes,” I said. I quickly realized my response failed to describe high school at all. So, I thought about what I would really remember ten years from now about my four years. As cliche and corny as it may be, my closest friends got me through high school. I like to think I’m leaving with a pretty good idea of what real friends are: people who will stick through the laughter, fights, regrettable emo phases, insecurities, tears and the realities of growing up. Nina
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DANA AHDAB I’m a perfectionist. So on my first day at Central, I already had a plan to make my time here perfect. And let me tell you, nothing went according to plan. I hadn’t planned on becoming involved in journalism. I hadn’t planned on discovering my passion for history. I hadn’t even planned on applying to Georgetown until a week before the deadline—and that’s where I’m going this fall. So to all my fellow perfectionists: things will work out, usually in ways you don’t expect. My time at Central may not have gone exactly how I hoped, but it definitely went better than planned. Dana
NDAR
things, but there are two things I take gh school with a sense of nostalgia, y as a drunk person remembers a eat times as vividly as you relive an ss over trivial moments. iving advice, so here’s some advice er: don’t sweat the little things, elf, and always have a midnight snack ers.
SHIV BAJAJ & COLLEEN MARTUCCI Most of our closest friends have been with us for four or more years. It’s pretty uncommon to hear of two people becoming best friends their senior year. Well guess what? We did the impossible! Before senior year, we never really knew each other. It was only until we were together for Senior Class Board and Advocate that we really bonded. Whether you’re four or 40, someone can come along that you know will stand by you, appreciate you, and love you. It’s never too late to make lasting friendships. Shivleen
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SUPERLATIVES: senior class of 2016
BEST FRIENDS
PROM KING & QUEEN Kayla Kelly & Nora Stack BEST FRIENDS
Nicky Frasca & Barbara Heidkamp Decisions.indd 6
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BEST EYES
BEST HAIR CUTEST COUPLE THAT NEVER WAS
Elle Bergevin
Nick O’Grady
BEST DRESSED GIRL
WORST DRIVER & CLASS FLIRT GIRL
Johnathan Brannigan & Monica Giovannoni CUTEST COUPLE
Dina Haveric
Olivia Jeannin
BIGGEST SUPERFAN
BEST LAUGH
Jim Walker & Caroline Morris Emma Stapleton Decisions.indd 7
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JOCKETTE
BEST DRIVER & CLASS CLOWN
BIGGEST CASE OF SENIORITIS
Yasmain Hamood
Tom Dunphy
Parker Van Dorn
CLASS FLIRT GUY
BEST DRESSED GUY
MOST LIKELY TO BE FAMOUS
Ryan Cohen
Ian Sokolowski
Presleigh Renner
MOST LIKELY TO BE PRESIDENT
BRAINIEST GUY
BIGGEST HIPSTER
Jim Walker
Ankush Bajaj
Mackenzie Murtaugh
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NICEST
MOST CHANGED
BRAINEST GIRL
Barbara Heidkamp
Clare Caruso
Gabi Seo
BEST SMILE
CLASS MOM & DAD
Hannah Smiles MOST LIKELY TO GO VIRAL
Arman Haveric Decisions.indd 9
Matt Medick & Barbara Heidkamp Not pictured: Most Likely to Fall Asleep in Class- Tristan Ciardelli Most Likley to be on Reality TV- Stephanie Dusky Biggest Jock- Matt Bradley Biggest Savage- Stephanie Dusky Most Chill- Dylan Roesch Oldest Soul- Sophie Pecilunas Talks the Least, Says the Most- Emily Kim 5/10/16 2:20 PM
INTO
THE WILD
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