Fraser High School-34270 Garfield Road, Fraser, MI 48026 - Volume 52 - Issue 8- May 2012
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Kyle Lesher
Editor-in-Chief
Imagine this: You’re a student at Fraser High School, you wake up to go to school, but instead of showering, brushing your teeth, and getting dressed, you log onto your computer to attend your first block class, and every other class for the day. This is not such a farfetched idea, considering another step to implement technology into everyday school culture was taken in April when the Michigan senate passed a republican supported bill, 56-54, that allows schools to have an unrestricted number of cyber school contracts in Michigan’s Schools of Excellence program. Here at FHS, you can already see the impact of newfound technology in classrooms. For the 2012-2013 school year, there are thirtytwo online/virtual classes available including: Hybrid weight training, hybrid foreign language, and hybrid mathematics (all classes that you would think requires face to face instruction everyday). The number of online classes may continue to grow over the next few years, and could lead to a time where students are at home on the computer more than they are actually in the classrooms. Superintendent Dr. Dave Richards believes
that the sense of community is still very important, even as schools like Fraser continue to turn digital. “I believe the socialization that our schools provide is an extremely important aspect of any student’s education. Therefore, having time “on campus” is important for every kid. With that said, I believe our current students ‘socialize’ very differently than previous classes have. Meaning-‐ the digital aspect of your socializing is every bit as important as it is for the students to have face-‐to-‐face interaction with your friends,” Richards said. Even though Richards is very optimistic of the new changes with the forms of teaching, he does recognize that it is going to be a challenge to find a happy medium. “Our challenge as educators is to develop an educational environment which embraces the positives of digitally socializing and utilizes the power of digital networking regardless of whether the students are on campus or off campus,” Richards said. There is a downside to all of this: kids may start to lose their interaction skills with other students. Today, studies have already shown that teenagers are already having trouble communicating with one another because they are so used to texting, tweeting, and
Facebook messaging each other that some find it uncomfortable talking face to face. A huge part of high school, and any level of schooling for that matter, is the friendships, relationships, and bonds you make as you go on. If the online component of schools continues to increase, how can two students become friends other than communicating through an online school system? Even a simple Skype video chat probably won’t do the trick. Luke Woods, science teacher at FHS and director of online learning for the school, says that there will be solutions to this possible problem, mainly by keeping some of the same principals of a standard school setting. “A very important component of online learning is netiquette-understanding and using proper communication in the virtual realm. ‘Text talk’ is unacceptable in an online course’ when posting or emailing you are expected to use complete sentences, full words, and proper grammar,” Woods said. Many supporters, including Woods, believe the biggest benefit of online teaching is for those students who do not succeed as well in today’s school settings. “Online learning is another tool that we c an use to give students choices about how
to complete their education and provide alternatives to a student who ‘doesn’t get it’ in the traditional setting,” Woods added. There are already changes put in place for next year. The bond technology committee has decided to go through with a plan that allows for a 1:1 ratio for students to technology devices. Starting next school year, Students will start to receive devices in the fall in grades K-8 and high school students will begin using iPads in January. All PC computers that you see in classrooms, the media center, and computer labs will be replaced by Mac desktops starting next year. Teachers will be offered a development class to help train them in using the iPads and Mac computers. It could be a big adjustment getting used to Apple products, considering the district had been with Windows for many years previous. Whether you like it or not, it is inevitable that changes are coming to the school setting. As we speak, the number of schools moving toward a majority of online classes is increasing. I am very accepting to online classes, but I just hope it does not reach a point where students are just becoming a number in front of a computer screen in their pajamas.
The purpose of the Flash is to inform and entertain our audience, which includes the entire community, on subjects that may affect our readers. We also aim to be an open forum for the audience to be heard and make comments and observations. It is our intent that we provide this information in a clear, meaningful, and journalistic way. The Flash is a member of the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association (MIPA). Editorial Policy The editorial board is the decision-making group for the newspaper staff. It includes the editor-in- chief, assistant editors, and all other writers, web editors, and photographers. The board is in charge of making the decisions on what will go into the newspaper. If a controversial issue arises, it is the common assumption that there will be noth-
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Look forward a review of our opinion of the Drake Concert. Stay tuned to the Flash Online all summer long for updates, sports stories, and editorials from the Flash Staff. All of here wish everyone a safe and fun Summer 2012, and goodluck to the Class of 2012 as they open up the next chapter to their lives! Visit The Flash online at: www.fhstheflash.com
Editor-in-Chief Kyle Lesher Assistant Editor Alyssa Ayris Web Editors Kyle Lesher Lucas Teske Sports Editor Mitchell Spadafore
Photo Editor Elizabeth Tacoma Business Manager Bevin Thomas Flash Reporters Michael Adamo Starria Coppins Savanna DiStefano Myla Frank Jared Harris Adviser James Flanagan
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News you should know
Elric Kelly and Alyssa Ayris Flash Staff Reporter and Assistant Editor
Syria Revolution The citizens of Syria are being silenced, not by a harsh word, but by harsh, violent actions. Dictator Bashar alAssad has kept a strong hand over the citizens since 2000 and they are rebelling. The Syrian rebels control some areas of the country, but the violence has killed more than 9,000 people according to the U.N. Hundreds of Syrians are camped in white tents just outside of the Syria-Turkey border to escape the havoc.
May 2012 Volume 52, Issue 8
Ipads in school As many students may have noticed, Mary Thompson’s AP Literature and Composition class recently received IPads for their end of the year project. The students are experimenting with the IPads to see if other classes would be capable of using them in the future. The students were asked to create a short video using apps such as IMovie and Keynote in order to show ‘what they know.’ Any subject or topic that is appropriate for school can be done as long as the video is between three to five minutes. Some students have chosen topics such as the Red Wings or even being Italian. The project has been difficult for anyone who does not have experience with IPads but some students have gone above and beyond with their projects. It’s been said that elementary and middle school students are receiving IPads for the 2012-‐2013 school year. It’s a way for students to learn but also work at their own pace so they don’t fall behind. Only time can tell how well this new technology will advance the education of Fraser.
Obama Gay Marriage President Barack Obama has made a new opinion on same-sex marriage. He is now in full support of the act. At a New York fundraising event, with the theme being “togetherness”, Obama stated that marriage equality “strengthens families”. Two days previous to the fundraiser, Obama’s Republican rival, Mitt Romney stated that “Marriage is a relationship between one man and one woman.”
Starting Careers Avila earns a title Savanna DiStefano Flash Staff Reporter
While most underclassmen are looking forward to life away from school over the summer, sophomore Samantha Claes is starting a career in cosmetology. Hearing about this opportunity, she will be attending cosmetology school starting this June. “Being is cosmetology school would help me get the money and prepare for life and get money for college,” Samantha Claes said. For the next two years, Claes will only attend four classes here at Fraser. After the first half of the day, she will leave and go to Warren Woods High School for special classes that revolve around hair styling, make-up, and nails. “I’m a little nervous because I’m going to a new school,” Claes said. It is not necessary to apply. Claes heard about this opportunity from a friend and decided that it would be something that she would enjoy since it has been something that she has always been interested in. “I’ve always been interested but last year was when I found out I could
do something about it,” Claes said. All students have an opportunity to begin a career in high school. There is a variety of co-op opportunities available to FHS students. There are five categories for co-‐op opportunities: general education, general business, industrial technology, healthcare, and commercial foods. “It is the student’s responsibility to go out and find a place to work,” teacher Abigail Sandusky said. The idea of co-op is for a student to gain college credit while having a job. The student is able to leave for the last block of the day and go to work. For all students involved in co-op, there is a set of guide lines for students to follow such as working a certain amount of hours per week. High school does not have to only be about assignments and studying. It is a perfect time to jump start the career that can help shape your future, whether it involves cosmetology school, co-op, or even CTE. Claes’s ideal goal would be to become an author when she is done with school; however, getting a steady job early will help her to earn the money to pursue her dream.
Mike Adamo Flash Staff Reporter
Congrats to Gaby Avila on competing in the National Advanced Word Processing skills competition and she finished 12th out of 60 kids that qualified. She also competed in Integrated Office Applications and finished 14th out of 60 kids. The competition was held in Chicago, Illinois from April 25-‐29. “I am very proud of the accomplishments that Gabby was able to achieve,” advisor Mary Saffron said. Gaby has been able to compete in this because she was recognized by the Business Professionals of America National Leadership Professionals. And by finishing in the top 15 in each of the two categories that she qualified for is pretty impressive to say the least out of all students across the country. She also received A Microsoft Word Certification by successfully completing certification Exam. The test was covered by how fast you can type and also how fast you can’t get thru an assignment.
“She was determined to do well and she did,” Saffron said. Everybody should be able to be recognized by these types of accomplishments because the people who work hard to represent our school should be recognized. “Gaby deserves to be honored for this because she put in a lot of hard work into this,” Saffron said. Avila is one prime example of why people should be recognized for their accomplishments. Students work hard to reach their goals and should always be properly honored. Avila has pushed herself to be one of the best students in the country with advanced Word Processing and computer skills and should make the school proud. If everyone was motivated enough to do what she did, we could all accomplish anything we set our mind to. Gaby, putting herself as one of the tops in the country with a specific gift with Word Processing and other computer skills, should keep us motivated to achieve a country known title the way she did. Avila after she won her Word Processing awards. Photo: Mary Avila
Elizabeth Tacoma Flash Staff Reporter
This photo story is based off of the project, looking into the past. It was actually featured in a Chevy commercial. What you do is hold up an old photo, line it up with the exact place it was taken, and take a new photo. These photos hold history, fun, and memories. This is a really fun and meaningful project that anyone can do if they have a simple digital camera and old photos. Fraser High School also has memories embedded into photographs. After digging up tons of old photos, I found five solid photos that seemed fun for the Fraser staff and students. Yes, we actually had two pay phones! Lots of teachers responded with excitement and joy when I asked where certain photos were taken. It was like they were taking a glimpse into the past.
her t a g s t tuden box office d the school n u o ar fter a n a for ity. activ opefully hall sweeps weren’t around back in the day because these kids are definitely going to be late for class.
t first glance, this photo looks like two girls about to get in a tussle, but they are definitely just acting.
ave you heard walked past the media center windows upstairs and gazed at the murals? Well they were painted in the 80’s and are still here.
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May 2012 Volume 52 , Issue 8
Elric Kelly Flash Staff Reporter The All American Rejects haven’t made any new music in a while. But it’s no more “Dirty Little Secret” or “Move Along”. I only have access to two songs off of the new album, Kids in the Street, from a sampler I got in the mail. But if you would’ve played them for me, I couldn’t guess it was The All American Rejects. Gone is the poppy, almost bubblegum sound of their earlier music. There’s a small reminder that this is the same band that played “Gives You Hell”, but Tyson Ritter’s voice is completely different. The first track, “Somebody’s Gone” starts with a Ramonesesque “One! Two! Three! Four!” and loud feedback. I like “Somebody’s Gone” it’s catchy and has cool lyrical content. Ritter belts an anthem about a past love that is inadvertently ruining his life. “What makes you so damn sure that you’re worth it? You’re just a bad trip.” He bashes her pretty good, but it seems like he has good reason. From his perspective she is tearing up all his relationships with his friends, she won’t leave his head alone, and she doesn’t really care and never did. “Walk into the room and you steal
Entertainment Special music everyone. I see you walk into the room and you kill everyone.” She does not sound like a very nice girl, if I do say so myself. The other track is not the most morally acceptable, or school appropriate song for that matter. “Beekeeper’s Daughter” starts with a 90’s beachy tone. Sort of like, Sugarray, if you remember who that is. It’s catchy, don’t get me wrong. It’ll probably get a lot of purchases on iTunes, but I really hope this isn’t your life’s ballad. Ritter’s singing about being with multiple girls, one after another, and not caring at all. See what I mean by morally acceptable? The chorus is a metaphor about him being a “busy little bee” and this girl as a “pretty little flower”. He’s not even discreet about it. “Look out your window, what do you see? You don’t see me!” The guy even says, “Monogamy’s not a part of me,” Oh well, you win some you lose some. So all in all, it’s not too bad. I’ll probably end up buying the CD. It’s 50/50 in my book. I suppose you have to be the judge if it’s all that or not. Kids in the Street dropped March 26, available at most stores where CD’s are sold. Enjoy! Hey all you music lovers! Not only do I need new tunes to fuel my summer,
I would love to get suggestions about future reviews. If you know of some good jams, email me at elric.kelly14@ students.fraserk12.org. I would love to hear from you, so let me know. Thanks, enjoy the tunes!
an has been keeping him safe. When he returns home, he feels as if a debt is owed. Thibault walks over 1,000 miles to find a woman he has never even met. Like any love story, Logan and Beth fall in love but run into complications regarding her ex-‐husband. But unlike the unwanted ending of another Sparks’ film, Dear John, the couple makes it through the tough times and end up together. The movie in comparison to the novel, did not meet the standards that most people had set. The little details that authors put into the work are what help increase the quality – which is what the film lacked. Ben and Zeus didn’t spend time together the way they did in the book and Victor’s death was completely different. Efron’s acting was up to par and the role of Logan suited him well, but the film showed poorly on his acting abilities. Any fan of Nicholas Sparks is expected to see the movie at one point or another, but if you’re standing
in line at the movie theatre and can’t decide between The Lucky One and The Avengers, choose the latter of the two. Standing alone, The Lucky One was a decent film. But if viewers were hoping to see another The Notebook, they would sadly be let down. Sparks diehards are in for another treat in the next year or two. Warner Brothers bought the rights to Sparks’ latest novel before he even wrote it. The Best of Me is in the development process right now and J. Mills Goodloe has been hired to write a screenplay. The exact release date has not been set yet – other than producers hope to have it out in 2014 – but fans should expect a new film coming soon.
Tyson Ritter singing at one of his shows. Photo: MCT Campus
The Lucky One Alyssa Ayris
Assistant Editor Having written seventeen novels and seven of them being turned into tear-‐jerking movies, Nicholas Sparks knows how to capture the hearts of audiences of all ages. The Lucky One was recently released in theatres and proves just how well of a writer Sparks is. The novel came out in September 2008 and the rights were sold to Warner Brothers. It’s the fourth Sparks movie that Warner Bros has released since they first did A Message In a Bottle. Zac Efron portrays the mysterious but handsome Logan Thibault alongside costar Taylor Schilling who plays Elizabeth Green. Thibault is a Marine from Colorado that has just served three tours in Iraq. After discovering a picture of a woman in the rubble the morning after a night-raid, his good fortune seems to increase. His friend convinces him that the photo is a lucky charm and the wom-
Right: Characters Logan Thibault and Elizabeth Green during a scene in The Lucky One. Photo: MCT Campus
Lucas Teske Flash Staff Reporter Every day, the student populace dreads the sound of the bell starting class. They don’t want to listen to a lecture or be in the academic atmosphere. But one man has a vision to change all of this. He wants kids to be engaged in learning. And this man is Fraser’s band director, James Rodgers. Mr. Rodgers was recently nominated for Metro Parent’s Top Teacher Award by Roberta Perisi, a Fraser parent, for his dedication to musical education. “I received an email from Metro Parent explaining the nominations, and I got my nomination letter,” Rodgers said. “I then got a phone call initially and the reporter came to the school.” Even more publicity ensued when Rodgers was asked to be one of the two teachers to appear on radio to discuss his award where he spoke on the importance of music and education and how he uses a combination of the two in order to achieve the ultimate goal. “To me, it’s all about the students succeeding. It’s not about getting the award. The ultimate goal of education is to create the desire to strive for the best. To be productive in society.” Rodgers said. When asked about his teaching approach he explains how students are ‘live products’. He explained that each
student is a living document and learns in different ways. He also emphasizes self pride and to never lower your expectations to meet a goal. “You need to take your passion and even if you have a deficiency in it, you need to find ways to get better,” Rodgers said. To achieve this award, aside from the education aspect, has been Rodger’s devotion to music and his participation in school. He describes his music career as a “Leap of Faith” because he never knew he wanted to become a band director until he explored educational classes in college. Band had been an interest of his since he was in the 5th grade throughout high school and he continues that up to this day. While in school he was also involved in track and soccer. To top it all off, he was the Student Council President. His main idea is that involvement in high school helps you to develop an idea of what you want to do in a professional career. But this isn’t Fraser band’s only win: Fraser was voted best community for music education in South-Eastern Michigan and won 3 plaques and a Gold Rating at the Heritage Music Festival that took place in Nashville, Tennessee, only proving Rodger’s niche of self pride and determination. As the marching band always chants, “If it is to be, it’s up to me.”
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Going Across Seas Starria Coppins Flash Staff Reporter
It all started when he was three years old. Daniel Palimino took his first trip out of the country to Spain. He was going to not only view the world, but to visit his family. After the 12 hour flight, three year old Daniel finally stepped foot on ground again. The long plane ride had been holding him back from discovering a new world. “I can’t really remember the first time I went because I was three. My parents said I had a lot of fun meeting my family and seeing the scenery,” Palimino said. Being able to go out of the country is such a huge advantage and a great experience. Some people don’t even travel out of Michigan. Going different places, trying new things, and meeting new people is a good way to go about life because it opens the mind to so much more. The older people get, the more breath taking adventures there are to go on. “I think the older you get, the more you enjoy things like that,” Palimino said. There is a huge difference in culture, especially when going out of the country, but even going from state to state. Each country is obviously diverse due to the different food, music, and even clothes. However, when going from state to state there can be a change in culture. Music and food may be the same, or similarly related, but the fashion and the way people act show a huge difference.
“In Spain, there’s more homemade food. The people are a lot more laid back. The people are a lot more laid back. They celebrate summer with festivals to celebrate the saints of their town. Summer is like a big party,” Palimino said. Staying in Michigan or going to the same state each summer can soon get boring if you don’t switch things up. Even if you don’t have anything fun to do, you can make up something fun to do, but don’t waste your summer away. “I enjoyed Spain more than other summers because it was so different and sun. The people are welcoming. It makes it more of a memorable moment,” Palimino said. Daniel went to Spain for his third time to have fun rediscovering all of the miraculous landscapes. “I do remember the last trip. I went this August and loved seeing all the architecture and my family of course,” Palimino said. Sometimes teenagers can feel limited over the summer to what they can and can’t do, it they don’t have their own car. It’s all a matter of asking their parents if they really want to do something. Instead of being a stick in the mud and sitting around all summer, get out and do something. “I would totally recommend people to go to Spain or any place given the chance to go. It’s such a good way to experience culture. It’s a great learning experience and fun,” Palimino said.
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All inked up The Flash online: www.fhstheflash.com
Mitchell Spadafore
Flash Staff Reporter
A tattoo is a mark with an indelible design by inserting pigment into punctures into the skin. These marks can be meaningful to someone or just because it looks “cool”. There are trillions of tattoos on bodies across the world. Some could be for a gang, a family member, or family crest: so many varieties of tattoos are around. Recently, there was a former student who got the human centipede tattooed on their chest with “What would Jesus do?” above it. She was featured on the tosh.O blog and has been violently criticized over facebook. Tattoos are very popular for this upcoming generation and kids keep getting them younger and younger. Legally, you’re only allowed to get a tattoo from a professional shop at eighteen, or sixteen with parental consent. Some kids get their tattoos younger by a friend or someone that does tattoos at their house. This may seem like a good idea, but people can contract diseases from the needles if they aren’t properly sanitized. Although, sanitation is getting better and diseases are decreasing in tattooing. “I got the word faith on the inside of my bicep, because it represents my faith in God. I chose that spot
praying hands with a rosary around it. “I have always loved getting tattoos, it’s an addiction. I have seventeen now or somewhere around there but I don’t know how many I’ll have before I stop getting them,” senior Isaac Williams explained. Tattoos are becoming more popular as technology gets better. The tattoo guns are getting much better too. It seems like people are getting tattoos more often and younger. Tattoos will for sure be around forever.
Isaac Williams showing off his sleeve. Photo: Mitchell Spadafore
The annoying habits of annoying teens Myla Frank Flash Staff Reporter
One of the monuments that Daniel saw on his trip. Photo:Daniel Palimino
because it is easy to cover up. I got it done at Cherry Bomb Tattoos. This tattoo means a lot to me, I don’t go to church; but I still have a relationship with God and this tattoo reminds me of that,” senior Tre Wells said. Many people seem to regret a lot of the tattoos they received when they were younger. Most realize that when they’re older it will wrinkle up and look unattractive. However, many people still get tattoos because that is what they want at the time. “On my sixteenth birthday I got a bible verse on my foot. I went to Aces tattoos. I got that because it means a lot to me and it shows I’m not ashamed of whom I believe in. The verse says, “God is Love.” junior Hayley Monforte said. It depends how good the tattoo artist is, how straight the lines are, and how happy the customer is. The customer comes into a tattoo shop with either a picture or drawing and wants the exact same thing tattoo on them. Senior Isaac Williams is most known at Fraser High school not only for his basketball skills but also for his tattoos. At first he explained how he was getting tattoos because they meant something to him, but now he gets them because they look cool. Williams has a full sleeve on his right arm and a half sleeve on his left arm. His first one was on his right arm:
The slightest gesture or remark we make can cause a person to become annoyed or could possibly get you in to some major trouble from an adult that happens to be present at the time. The smallest thing you do without even realizing it can annoy a person to no end like talking with your mouth full, smacking your gum, touching food that you’re not going to eat, cracking your knuckles, clicking a pen, swearing, always being on your phone, and even procrastinating can annoy the people around you. “I used to get in trouble every day,” Christian Winchester said. For Winchester, his bad habit is acting before he thinks about the consequences that might follow. “In eighth grade I got suspended for three days for putting a “kick me” sign on the back of my shop teacher’s back,” Winchester said. Some acts or words are done or
said as a joke and most can be blown off; however, there is always that one person who doesn’t get that it was just a joke and take everything seriously. For now, we’re just kids and only a very few things are taken seriously because everyone wants to enjoy life before it actually starts. To some, getting in trouble doesn’t affect them so they keep acting deviant. They never learn from their mistakes and keep getting yelled at, receiving detentions or end up in in-house. “I got in trouble all the time and always got yelled at but the worst thing was feeling bad about what I had said or done,” Winchester said. “As I’ve grown up I’ve learned to think before I act and to think with longevity.” Picking at or biting nails, procrastinating, cracking knuckles, not having enough patience, and biting at chapped lips were a few of the most frequent answers when asked what you do that annoys you the most.
Winchester proves that old habits die hard. Photo: Myla Frank
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Sports
To be shattered... Jared Harris
Flash Staff Reporter From the moment an athlete steps onto the field, he/she dreams of making a name for themselves by winning championships and more individually, breaking records. Only a select few athletes have such talent where they make records incredibly hard to reach in a season. Not only should the record breakers be recognized for their talent and achievements but the athletes who became close deserve some recognition also. Some amazing records have been broken this season that have gone unnoticed, here’s the time to recognize your fellow Fraser Ramblers for their achievements. Boys and Girls Soccer: Keith Swistock put on a clinic on the soccer field as he broke the record for most goals in a season (22). It was quite obvious when Swistock had an advantage on other teams because there would be four or five goals on the scoreboard. For girl’s soccer, junior Rachel Deluca has set the career goals record with one whole season to go (67). If Deluca can repeat her freshman year where she scored 23 goals she would put the new record way out of reach. Senior, Amanda Mathy has started every game since
freshman year. No injuries, sickness, or vacations have stopped her in her four years as a Rambler. She endured through every season and has accomplished something that has a possibility of never happening again. As a team, the varsity soccer team has done something that has not happened in a while, if ever: go undefeated in league play. They finished it off with a 7-‐0 beat down of Romeo High School. Boys and Girls swimming: Senior varsity swimmer Grace Pytell broke the 200 IM record with a time of 2:19.28. Pytell broke the record and qualified for the state meet at the same time. A hard worker in practice and just a natural in the pool, Pytell had a goal to make it to states which she achieved. Boys and Girls Basketball: Justin Hudson shot the lights out with eight three pointers in one game, falling short by one three pointer. The current record holder is JV basketball coach Kevin McGuffie who had nine in one game. Boys Varsity is looking to break most wins in a season (21). They had a great season last year with 16 wins running deep into the playoffs. Nolan Linville broke the record for most blocks in a season with 95 this past season. That record has been there since the 1994-95 season when Adam Nies recorded 94 blocks. Lin-
ville’s blocks were major momentum changers in the middle of a couple heated games that gave the team enough spark to win. Football: Fraser Football is close to going to the playoffs for the first time since 1998. After Coach Threets first year behind the helm of the team, all signs are pointed up to heading into the playoffs. Led by captains Charles Underwood, Matt Mainhardt, Zack Heron, and Tyler Forton a hard working offseason will be put to test the whole season starting with Marysville. Hockey: Fraser varsity hockey goalie John Goemaere is nearing the most shutouts in a career mark (5). With one whole season to go, Goemaere is almost guaranteed to break the record. The shut out record doesn’t only reflect Goemaere’s ability as a goalie, but the team as a whole and their ability to keep the puck away from the goal. Softball: Macomb softball signee Bryana Opalewski is on the verge of breaking the softball batting average record. After 15 games Opalewski is batting a .521 and the season record is .554. With a number of games to go, if Opalewski keeps her swing up she will have a great chance of catching up, then taking over the record.
Senior Amanda Mathy in one of her many varsity games. Photo: Jared Harris
Player spotlight Jared Harris Flash Staff Reporter
Congratulations to senior soccer goalie Sarah Ellison for being recognized by player spotlight this month. Ellison is a major part in why the team went undefeated in league play. At the 16 game mark this year, she has only allowed 12 goals. Ellison had some timely saves that may have saved the game for them. She helped lead them to the 12-0 record in the MAC White division this year. Not only has Ellison put together a great season, but she has one of the better records for a goalie that this school has ever seen. She is one of the top goalies in the county and continues to prove that she is with remarkable seasons. “In my nine seasons at Fraser, she has put together the best goal keeping season ever,” coach Thaier Mukhtar said.
Junior Elijah McCoy takes a leap of faith in the long jump. Photo: Jared Harris
Senior Jeff Harrison waits for the signal from the catcher. Photo: Jared Harris
Sarah Ellison waiting for the ball to come her way Photo: Jared Harris