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The Crescendo of Strings Check out Roberson’s Strings Orchestra program
Coach Sluder
Find out what new teacher Mr. Sluder plans for student council
Submissions Take a look at some art submissions from Roberson students
Looking Forward, Looking Back Seniors look back at their high school careers and freshman look at their future as high school students
Girls Softball Read up about the Lady Rams softball team’s season
Kickin’ it With the Girls Take a look at how well the Lady Rams soccer team played in playoffs
“ON THE COVER” AMANDA WAHLER, ELISE WRIGHT, GRACE REEDER This school year, three Roberson students earned individual State Championships: In swimming. senior Amanda Wahler won in girls’ discus. Senior Elise Wright took home 4 titles including cross country, indoor’s 1000m and 1600m, and track’s 1600m. And junior Grace Reeder won track’s 200 Individual Medley.
Legally Blonde: A Review
Read a review about Roberson’s most recent musical
Versus Check out two opinions about sun-tanning vs self-tanning
Columns Read the latest column about the lack of teaching important life skills
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One step forward, more need to follow According to CNN, there has been, on possibly happen in their school. We should average, one school shooting every week this not have to worry about coming to school year. Due to these tragedies, schools have been every day. Improvements are good but we implementing new safety measures to protect need real change. their students. We have heard that new advancements will Roberson has recently installed a buzzer be made next year but until those are put in system and have taken measures so that in the place we are still concerned about our safety. attempt of entering the school someone Some things that should be included in would not be able to. However, this our safety is a system that can help detect system has not been the most effective. some hand-held weapons usually used in Staff We have seen its many flaws and believe mass shootings. A system like this could Editorials this is not how we will stop any violent help prevent more than just anyone from Are the majority actions in our school. entering the building. opinion of Recent news shows that many of the Another major issue with the topic the Editorial shooters in these incidents are actually of school shooting is the number of Board and students, so while this new system helps students who commit these terrible acts. stands as the voice of The people responsible for mass shooting prevent strangers from entering the the Golden building, any student would still be able Fleece in schools are usually students hoping news to bring in a handheld weapon. to get revenge on people who have hurt magazine. It is expected of students to leave them. A better focus on mental health in the doors closed and stay within their our schools could be just as beneficial as classrooms unless they have permission metal detectors and buzzer systems. to work in the halls or leave the room. This Roberson is doing a great job working on expectation is highly unrealistic, if a student making our school safer and we all appreciate saw someone they knew outside, they would the effort, but it’s time to fix all the issues not willingly let them in. just a few at a time. It’s time for Roberson to be This new buzzer system is a step in the one of the safest high schools in the country. right direction, but is not a place to become We don’t need to witness another school comfortable in. There is a constant fear in shooting before a change is made. many students’ mind about what could The time is now.
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Around The World Three Consecutive School Shootings
On May 18, there were three more school shootings, making a total of 24 this year. The first one took place at Santa Fe High School in Texas where eight students and two teachers were killed by a 17 year old student. The other two took place at high school graduation in both Kansas and Georgia.
Royal Wedding 2018 On May 19, history was made in Sussex as the first biracial royal wedding took place. Princess Diana’s son, Harry married American actress Meghan Markle. Princess Charlotte and Prince George were not forgotten as they were a part of the wedding party as flower girl and ring bearer.
Protesting Venezuelan Presidential Election Effects of Volcanic Eruption in Hawaii On May 1, Hawaii's biggest volcano, Kilauea, began to erupt, causing residents to evacuate in fear of the harmful haze from sulfur dioxide. Hot lava running into the ocean causes hydrochloric acid and volcanic particles to be present in the air. These harmful particles can cause skin irritation and breathing problems.
A presidential election in Venezuela took place on May 20, and residents are protesting the re-election of President NicolĂĄs Maduro. He has been the president since 2013 and opponents argue that he has caused the Venezuelan economy to go into crisis-mode. Crime has also increased since Maduro has been president, yet he was elected for another six-year-term with 68 percent of votes cast by residents.
Trump and Kim Jong-un plan Meeting in Singapore
U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un chose the neutral nation of Singapore for their historic summit. The meeting between the two was originally supposed to be held on June 12, but it is possible that it will be rescheduled. They plan to discuss the relations between the two countries and surrounding countries as well.
Ebola Outbreak in Congo There has been another Ebola virus breakout in the Democratic Republic of Congo after an effort has been made to control the deadly virus with vaccinations. There have been 28 confirmed cases, 21 probable cases and 2 suspected cases. The U.S. has now pledged to aid in the control of the breakout in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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School Security
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Roberson gets new system to improve security
Office secretary Jackie Howell said that hearing the new security buzzer sound over one-hundred times a day is starting to wear on her. “Honey, I hear that buzzer in my dreams,” Howell said. Howell has witnessed how the new buzzer system has changed the school, making what she thinks is a positive difference in student protection. Although she believes that students are safer with the system, she said it does make her job much more difficult. “The most frustrating thing is it ringing all the time. I think the worst part is after school when kids go out there and they just push the button. It goes off constantly,” Howell said. Howell has worked at Roberson for 18 years and this year was tasked with answering every ring of the buzzer from within the front office. This means that whenever people want to enter the school, she must answer their call and decide whether they are safe to let in the building or not. Roberson principal Bonnie Johnston said that improving the security system at Roberson has been a personal endeavor for her. Prior to Johnston becoming principal, she says an increase in school security was already
“Honey, I hear that buzzer in my dreams!” - Jackie Howell
being planned by the past administration. “I believe that prior to me coming to TC, that Amy Rhoney and the administrative team had been working on a wide variety of things that they have wanted to do to increase the security. I knew that it was important to me whether or not there was a buzzer system involved in what they wanted to do, I don’t know,” Johnston said. According to the Director of Technology at Buncombe County Schools, Barry Pace, the county spent approximately $28,000 on installing and purchasing the system. Roberson is piloting the system for the county to develop a baseline of its efficiency and results. Johnston says that starting the buzzer system at Roberson, before other schools, was appropriate because Roberson is the largest high school in the county and all of the middle and intermediate schools in the county have the system already. “We wanted to make sure that being the largest [high school], that if there was any way to expedite it [installing a new system] and make it a faster process we wanted to do it. One of my approaches to that was to say we would be willing to be the first high school to pilot it and figure out how to make it happen,” Johnston said. Johnston also mentioned how impressed she was that the staff and students helped make the building safer after the administration decided to lock all the entrances into the school.
The Buzzer Explained
Thirteen-year history teacher Bob Browning thinks that the system will definitely increase the protection of students and staff in the building. However, he stated that it has been a major adjustment for students traveling to and from classes and for certain staff members entering the building. “I’ve just learned how to adjust and I think everybody has to learn how to adjust with their traveling patterns. We have to realize that sometimes in order to gain something, you have to give something up. So, we’ve potentially gained safety, but we’ve given up a little bit of flexibility when it comes to how we travel in the school,” Browning said. Even though Browning isn’t sure that the new system was the right answer, he knew that something needed to be done to improve school security and believes that this will eventually make a positive difference in school safety. Opinions on the new system in the student population differ greatly among groups and peers of students. Students are torn between the new system because although it does provide more protection and security to the school, it isn’t always perfect. Freshman Sarah Korth likes how the system limits the entries into the school. She said it makes her feel safe in her learning environment. “I like the new security system and how all the exterior doors are now locked and there’s only two ways to get in and out. It’s kind of frustrating because there’s some people who go outside and they’re trying to get in and we’re not allowed to let people in,” Korth said. Except, for students like Senior, Kia Fryling, the buzzer system causes frustration due to multiple factors. For example, students who are tardy to school must line up outside of the door and get buzzed in one at a time because the doors will lock after the bell rings. Others think that the buzzer system does not make a difference and feels like the system takes away some of their basic freedom to move around the school. Fryling and students like her bring up the issue that the system isn’t perfect and sometimes won’t work properly. The issue that the doors don’t always work properly is also a concern of Howell in the front office. “I like that we have some control over who comes in and out of the building, which is helpful. I dislike how it doesn’t always work accurately because there’s something wrong with the doors and you can’t open,” Howell stated. Throughout the school, staff and students have varying opinions on the buzzer system. One possible issue that the system has is the students at Roberson. School safety is a serious issue and Howell recommends that students should never open the door for anyone trying to come in the school during class. Roberson is the first high school in the county to get the system and the others are not too far behind. According to Pace, all others high schools in the county plan to get a buzzer system by the end of the next fiscal year.
Visitors must press the buzzer and wait for the call to be answered. When answered, they must state their name and reason for coming.
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For the moment, students have to follow the same process, but next year, students will be able to use their IDs for entry.
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Fight For Flight AFJROTC programs face an uncertain future for cadets by NOLA GOOSMANN Staff Writer
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JROTC has been at TC Roberson since 1980. On a daily basis “ROTC gives you some social skills, communication, students see JROTC members raising the flag in the morning, or discipline, accountability, self-confidence and self-esteem, and all see them present the flag at pep rallies. While many have taken of those tool sets to make you successful in whatever you do after this class or even learned about it, some students still don’t know high school,” Bell, who has been teaching the class for eight years, much about what it truly is. said. “It’s a leadership class to teach you the skills to be successful Bell also described his love of teaching. During his time after high school whether you’re [going to] college, the military, in the US Air Force he taught flight instruction and quickly business, or an entrepreneur,” the Roberson’s AFJROTC instructor discovered his love of teaching young people, which carried over and retired Colonel Tom Bell said. to his teaching career at TC Roberson. He said that he wanted to Bell said an important part of the class is the volunteer work “continue teaching and giving back”. that students do in the community, an aspect of the class referred JROTC also presents a lot of future opportunities. The program to as “service before self.” at TC Roberson gives scholarships to seniors for “This program has done countless hours of college. Over the past ten years, the program has community service and we have won national given out a total of over $100,000 in scholarships “ROTC gives you awards. In fact we have been designated one of the to graduating seniors. some social skills, communication, top Air Force JROTC units in the entire Air Force, There is a common misconception however, discipline, and that is out of 890 units,” Bell said. regarding JROTC. Many believe that is a military accountability, Roberson’s program is considered to be in the obligated program, meaning that going into the self-confidence and top 10 percent of units in the entire country. He military after graduating is a requirement. In fact, self-esteem, and all also attributed the success of the program to the the majority of those who take the class do not go of those tool sets to cadets, adding that his job is to act as a mentor and into the military. Colonel Bell estimated that less make you successful instructor to the cadet leadership which runs the than 20 percent of the cadets who take the class go in whatever you do class. into the military. after high school,” Along with community service, JROTC “I think there is a misconception about JROTC. Colonel Tom Bell participates in many different school-related One of the things that is different is that we don’t activities. The class puts up and takes down the have a military community or a base nearby. I American flag every day at school. They just recently think that there is still a conception that when you finished a color guard at Special Olympics, and also performed go into JROTC, you have to go into the military and that is not an event on Memorial Day . A physical fitness component is also the case,” Bell said. involved, where once a week the class does fitness. “It’s mostly a leadership class, it’s not military obligated, but Outside of school, JROTC does a lot of activities. They just that option is available,” Reeves said. recently returned from Washington DC, visiting the U.S. Capitol, While for almost 38 years JROTC has been a prominent the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and many other monuments. influence at Roberson, it has begun to lose involvement. They were also able to see a Washington Nationals Baseball Game “We are supposed to have about 100 cadets, and we are pulling and visited a military base. Aside from this trip, JROTC often 50 right now,” senior Abby Marshall said. visits Launch Trampoline Park and will soon present the color Over time the JROTC classroom has become less and less guard at an Asheville Tourists baseball game. full. There are many different reasons that can explain this loss “We do guided notes, drills, we have clubs like Drill Team, of involvement, but the program may lose funding from the Air Color Guard, and Saber Team,” Roberson senior Devon Reeves, Force if the amount of students taking the class continues to drop, who has taken the class for four years, said. threatening its future at Roberson. The biggest aspect of this class, being academic, teaches the One reason that may explain the loss of involvement in JROTC students about the science of flight and aerospace, among other is that there is not a military base around Asheville or a military things. They are also currently learning survival skills, personal community around the area to foster the program. finance, and leadership skills. “Culturally, we are in our 15th year of conflict, and there may
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be concern about what that would lead to. Families may associate that with something their sons and daughters don’t want to be a part of,” Bell said. Colonel Bell speculated that the idea of the military and combat may also scare people away from the class because many may assume that JROTC is a military obligated class. This however is untrue, being that the program is not only focused on military training but leadership as well. “Teens today, in a class about discipline and honor, they don’t always want to follow the rules,” Marshall said, further going on to say that the loss of involvement in JROTC may be because of the rising generations of students and their desire to break the rules. Another problem that turns students off from taking JROTC is wearing a uniform. All cadets in the program wear the uniforms that adults serving in the Air Force wear. For the people who don’t want to stand out, Colonel Bell believes that wearing the uniform may make them feel self-conscious. While some don’t want to wear the uniform, it is an honor for others. “You are actually wearing the same uniforms that the active duty military wears. It is an honor to wear it,” Bell said. Both Reeves and Marshall agreed with him saying that they see it to be a privilege to wear the same uniform as those serving in the military. Over the past four years, Reeves and Marshall have begun
to see ROTC as a family rather than a class. It also influenced their characters immensely over time and believe that if the program is not around next year, many students will lose the opportunity to meet new people. “When I was here freshman year I would not be someone talking right now. I was very shy. I would only talk if I was called on. I learned a lot of public speaking skills in JROTC and you learn to be comfortable with other people,” Marshall said. Both Marshall and Reeves have learned skills involving leadership, discipline, and public speaking in JROTC that they believe will be extremely helpful in future endeavors. “It’s a good experience for younger people because you become a lot more disciplined, you learn leadership, and you get community service hours under your belt,” Reeves said. Colonel Bell sees the class as an opportunity to learn about a multitude of skills that can be of use in any career. “I encourage people to take it because you can get life skills out of it to make you successful no matter what you do,” Bell said.
RAISING THE FLAG: JROTC students participate in Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day ceremonies to honor those who served or lost their lives for our country.
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The
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Roberson orchestra begins to grow, recieves more recognition by KATIE PRITCHARD Staff Writer kpritchard.communications@gmail.com
“Wait, strings still exists? I thought there was just band and chorus in high school,” sophomore Baret Tate said. Strings Orchestra is a class that some of the participants believe has been overlooked. This is the second year strings has been a year-long class, with an option for some students taking it for one semester. Elizabeth Terry, Roberson’s strings teacher since 2016, explained that the superintendent Tony Baldwin realized the strings program was growing and approved it’s growth. Along with this, the strings class takes place in the trailers outside. “We’re in a trailer while [band and chorus] both have huge rooms with great sound quality. We’re just packed in this trailer, two kids per stand. It’s awful,” sophomore Nate Kampe said. Kampe said he thinks strings is overlooked by band and chorus specifically. Sophomore Mason Murray agrees. “Band and chorus get lots more appreciation. They also have their own rooms and storage closets. They also get a lot more appreciation. Even though we do just as good in competition. At our competition we got superior, the same ranking as our band and chorus made,” Murray said. “I think we would like a new classroom, that would be amazing, but we make do with what we have.” The cost of participating in the class may prohibit some students from trying it out. Ms. Terry stated the school provides the same amount of funding to the strings program as they do to all the other arts, but like many other arts classes and clubs, strings students raise money on their own through fundraising for items that the school does not cover, like selling chocolate boxes. Terry stated the biggest expense is sheet music. Terry 12 | June 2018 // GOLDEN FLEECE Online.com
said the school helps pay for this expense, but almost all students have to buy their own instrument and uniform for competition and shows. This year, the orchestra is made up of 40 students. The class is held during second period only. Murray believes the class size is a factor as to why the orchestra doesn’t get much attention. “It’s not that we’re not good; it’s probably has something to do with our class size,” Murray said. At Roberson’s main feeder schools, Estes Elementary, Koontz Intermediate, and Valley Springs Middle, the students are able to participate in strings in the sixth grade as an elective. Other choices of electives included band and the “wheel,” which consists of art, drama, and Spanish. Many students however don’t continue the class into high school. Whether because of factors like time commitment or just a lack of interest. “When you’re younger strings is more popular and in high school, many people drop out,” Murray said. Sophomore Kendall Champlin participated in strings at Koontz but gave it up in middle school. “I joined because I thought it would cool to learn how to play an instrument, but I quit after a year because of the time commitment,” said Champlin. Students reasons for joining the strings program vary from this. Kampe said he joined because he thought the band instruments would be too heavy. Kampe chose to play the viola because he had never heard of it and wanted to learn how to play. Murray said her mom made her join and it would look good on a college application. She chose to play the viola as well, because she believed it to be the prettiest sounding instrument. Sophomore Meaghan Skelly joined because of her love for music. In the fifth grade she was participating in theatre at both the Asheville Community Theatre and within Koontz. It was there that Skelly said she learned she had a love for music. She joined the strings program the following year. Skelly plays the violin, her reason for picking this instrument was because of how well known it is. “I’ve always had a passion for singing and this path led me to strings. And I didn’t want to do band because I thought there was too many people in that.” Skelly said it was a hard decision to choose between strings and chorus but that as soon as she picked up the violin she realized she wanted to stick with it. “I got a strong sense of leadership whenever I started and I learned a lot, not just about music, but about multiple things and how to have a community. I completely fell in love with it.” Graphics & Design | Lauren MacGreogor
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NEW TEACH’ TAKES THE SEAT by KATIE PRITCHARD Staff Writer
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New teacher Taylor Sluder takes over student council The co-creator of Maker’s Club, assistant soccer coach, and English teacher Taylor Sluder is now taking on another leadership role at Roberson-- Student Council adviser. Sluder moved to TC from Enka High School this year. “I spend so much of my time here (at school) that I want to make sure I’m in a place that I’m happy to represent and are proud when I’ve got community members asking me where I teach and I can very proudly say TC Roberson,” Sluder said. In high school at Asheville High and college at UNCA, Sluder participated in student government. Sluder believes it’s important for students to actively contribute to the environment where they spend so much time. “If you spend eight hours a day, five days a week at school, you’re spending 40 hours of your life here; that’s a full time job.” Sluder said. “If you’re not happy with where you are then you should change what you don’t like or seek opportunities to improve your situation.” Sluder stated change could be anything from conditions of the school to the atmosphere of the school. Sluder’s main hope for taking over Student Council is to try and adjust the atmosphere to make sure that students are happy and excited to be where they’re spending so much of their life. He also plans on getting the school more involved in the community.
“If you spend eight hours a day, five days a week at school, you’re spending 40 hours of your life here; that’s a full time job.” Coach Sluder
“I think that getting the students involved in the community creates this mutually beneficial relationship between the school and the community,” said Sluder. The first change Sluder is planning on taking is having elections for officers in May before the following school year. “In the Constitution for Student Council it was already established that elections were suppose to happen in May. I think it would be great to make sure that is followed because having our senior class office, junior class office, and sophomore class office
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ahead of time allows for them to work on projects over the summer and really work toward having the best school year possible. You can also get so much done ahead of time, like Homecoming,” he said. The incoming freshman class, however, will hold elections where it typically has in the past, around September. Candidates started their campaign May 14. The students scripts for their campaign video speeches were previewed by Sluder, then viewed school wide. The week of June 6, votes were counted and the new student council for the upcoming year was set in place. Sluder evoked the idea of having a few teachers who express interest help with all that student council oversees. For instance he has the idea of having a class advisor for all four grade levels. “Nobody wants to take a chunk but they want to help in some way,” said Sluder. Several teachers have already expressed interest in helping Sluder with student council, student body, and the senior class. For example, history teacher Benjamin Boyd expressed an interest of overseeing the senior class. “It would seem like fun getting to work with other students of the school,” said Boyd. Sluder stated that this year Roberson will have an efficient student council, not just a student council..
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Sweet, Sweet
Summertime
Students participate in various summer activities by GRETCHEN WATERS Staff Writer
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ummer 2018 is coming up and with it many activities will take Another student going out of the country this summer is junior place from internships, EF Tours, summer jobs, camps, mission Ashley McGraw. She will be going on a mission trip with some trips, and maybe even nothing at all. Some are traveling out of students and leaders from her church, Biltmore Church. the country and some plan on just staying in “I will be going on a mission trip this summer the confines of their bedroom for most of the to the Dominican Republic where we are going summer. to be able to go and help the Dominican people. Sophomore Claire Spake will be interning Specifically, we will be able to work with the with TEACCH, a program that helps adults orphanages and children who are abandoned train in the field of teaching kids with special there,” McGraw said. needs. The week-long trip isn’t the only thing she will “It’s called the TEACCH Internship, and what be doing with her church. I am going to be doing is working with kids “I am also going to be going to summer camp with Autism. Basically there will be a classroom with my church which takes place at Anderson of teachers who are wanting to become special University. It is really fun--it’s a great way to needs workers or teachers. They will be really be a community,” McGraw said. observing the classroom, and I will be in the There are many beneficial parts about summer classroom working with the kids and doing from the relationships made, how the time whatever the overseer wants me to do,” Spake SUMMER OF SERVICE: Junior Ashley is spend and the overall experience. McGraw plans on going on a mission trip to said. “Summer is a chance for me to rejuvenate the Dominican Republic with her church this She found the organization through a and spend quality time with friends. It’s summer. neighbor on Facebook, and since the field more enjoyable than other breaks because itself already interests her, she thought she you’re completely free and don’t have to go might be fun. She will be working for most of back to a long school year,” McGraw said. the summer in Biltmore Park. While most of Summer jobs are also going to be a very it will be volunteer hours on her part, the last popular activity for students since they will three weeks she works in July will be paid. be able to work more hours, and for many, Sophomore Ashleigh Martens will also be they will have nothing better to do. Freshman working in an intern position. Juliet Howell will be working with Swim Club “I am shadowing at an Orthodontic office, Management Group as a lifeguard. Blue Ridge Orthodontics. I will do it once a “Since I am only a 15-year-old, I will be week for a few hours. I would be seeing what working part-time and with a really flexible he (the Orthodontist) does and maybe doing SUMMER INTERNSHIP: Sophomore Claire schedule,” Howell said. paperwork. It should be fun,” Martens said. She said she was really excited to try Spake will have the opportunity to intern Other than working in the internship, with this summer and help team kids with something new and work with lots of other Martens is looking forward to her EF Tour to special needs. people. Howell will be working at different Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. She will pools around Arden and Asheville. be traveling with some friends, staff, and her “Summer allows me to live life and father. experience adventure without stressing about the rest of the school “I am really looking forward to just seeing other cultures and year. The most beneficial part is the relationships and memories trying new foods and seeing how other people live and the history made those few months of the year,” McGraw said. of their cities,” Martens said.
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For the fi st time in my life I dread summer’s arrival. Summer sunshine I’ll sit in solemn in, as I watch the time fly. Friendship so hard to gain is precious and unique. So much time and energy put into a person never knowing if it’s worth it. The vulnerability shown when putting myself out there was terrifying. Frightened and nervous I extended a hand into a world unknown with an open mind. When they leave it’ll drop back to my side cold and stiff Crawl back in my shell and sulk. Build the walls back up I’m not ready to face the world again. In the summer I say goodbye and smile sweetly as they walk away. Thi gs will never be the same and I am not prepared for change. I don’t want to prepare. I wish summer would never come. Please, don’t leave me.
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LOOKING LOOKING BACK BACK Students share their take on high school
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igh school is a place full of new classes, new teachers, and new friends for middle school students. Freshman David Wetherington feared the rumors he heard about high school before he even stepped in the front door. “My initial thought walking into high school was that I was scared. I had heard a lot of things in middle school that made it out to be scary,” Wetherington said. Transitioning from a smaller middle school workload to a much larger high school workload can prove to be quite the challenge for the new freshmen. “Middle school was pretty easy, and I heard that high school was going to be a lot more challenging, so I came in expecting to get more work,” Wetherington said. High school is full of harder classes and more homework. Freshman must learn time management skills to juggle their classes butWetherington felt that he was well prepared for high school. “This year has been pretty similar to what I thought it would be. The workload was about what I was expecting and it was about as hard as I thought it would be,” Wetherington said. Although Wetherington knew that he would be in for more work, he still had to learn how to study better for tests and quizzes. “My study habits had to change and in high school. I actually had to study,” Wetherington said. Academically, students change, but they also change emotionally from middle to high school. “I think I’ve changed from middle school to high school because
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Ilinykh was told throughout high school that academics and making the right grades are a huge part of being successful. She says that while grades are important, they won’t be the things she’ll remember most when looking back at her high school career. “My favorite moment of high school has been joining clubs and becoming more involved with the school. I come to school early and stay after late and becoming involved with teachers and classmates that I would have never thought I would be friends with,” Ilinykh said. Ilinykh will be attending East Tennessee State University in the fall and for her, the hardest part about leaving high school is leaving her friends. “What I’ll miss most about high school is my friends. I’m a senior and most of my friends are juniors. Leaving them behind is really sad. I’ll come back and visit of course, but it won’t be the same as seeing them at school everyday,” Ilinykh said. Ilinykh wishes she hadn’t focused so much on classes and had become more involved with school in her early high school years. “My advice to any freshman would be join clubs and sports. Do more than just come to school, go to class, and leave at the end of the day. Be as involved as you can,” Ilinykh said.
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ow that four years have passed, soccer fans are looking forward to the 2018 FIFA World Cup to begin on June 24. However, the United States will not be a part of the world’s largest sporting event after failing to qualify for the first time since 1986. In 2014, over 3.2 billion people tuned in to watch the quadrennial FIFA World Cup that took place in Brazil, and one billion watched Germany take home the trophy after defeating Argentina in the final. The World Cup tradition began in 1930 with the first tournament being hosted by Uruguay, who also ended up winning the event. According to Wikipedia, the idea of an international soccer event began because the 1932 Olympics that were to be hosted in Los Angeles, did not to include soccer because of its lack of popularity in the United States. This compelled the FIFA president, Jules Rimet, to organize an international contest dedicated to soccer. “I am so disappointed that the US did not qualify for this World Cup,” said Sophomore Rhett Soule. This year, 32 men’s national teams were chosen to participate in the 21st World Cup through qualifying competitions. Twenty of these teams are back-to-back appearances, including the reigning-champion Germany. Italy, who are four-time World Cup champions, failed “I’m so to qualify, as did the Netherlands, a three-time runnerexcited, I up.. However, for the first time ever, Panama and Iceland qualified. have been The tournament will last from June 24 through July 15, waiting for it and 64 matches will take place across 11 different cities in Russia. The final will take place in Moscow. This year since the last will be the first World Cup held in Europe since the 2006 World Cup.” tournament hosted by Germany. The winner will qualify for the 2021 Confederations Cup, a smaller tournament El Hadj Taye including eight teams that are continental champions (Junior) from their own confederations. Junior El Hadj Taye, a soccer player for Roberson and
Highland Football Club, a local soccer club, said that he has been looking forward to the upcoming World Cup. “I’m so excited, I have been waiting for it since the last World Cup ended,” said Taye. Sophomore Rhett Soule, also a player for TC Roberson and CESA, a club team based out of Greenville, agreed saying, “I am really really excited to watch the World Cup this year with all my friends at my house.” Since the US did not qualify for the 2018 World Cup, both Soule and Taye believe that France will win. “A lot of my favorite club players like Paul Pogba play on the French team. I think France will win because they have the most amount of players that can play the highest quality soccer,” said Soule. Taye agreed. “France also has a bunch of young talent so it will be really fun to see what they can bring,” he said. The World Cup is predicted to be held soon in the US, something Soule and Taye are excited about. The US has placed an official bid through FIFA in hopes of hosting the 2026 World Cup. “Apparently the U.S. is supposed to host a World Cup soon and I would really want to go to that, especially because soccer used to be so unpopular in America,” Soule said.
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inishing the 2018 season in the first round against Sun Valley, Sophomore Amala Clawson hopes next year will be as good as the Lady Rams softball team, which posted this year because most of the team will be returning. a 13-6 season after only winning four games “It’s nice getting everybody back we are only losing two in 2017, will be returning nearly a full bench after players. The team chemistry will stay, which is going to ‘‘He’s just one of help next year,” said Clawson. losing only two seniors next season. Senior and four-year varsity player Syara The team will have one additional change in that head those coaches Owenby said she got really emotional after coach Ryan Klinger will be stepping down after five years you can go and of coaching. His role as an assistant principal limits his completing her final season at Roberson. Owenby has played softball her whole life after being ability to coach. talk to about inspired by watching her older brothers playing Klinger also added that having two young children at pretty much baseball. home makes the move a requirement. He said he will miss everything and the team bonding and the relationships he built with the “This was for sure the best season of all four years I’ve been on the team because it felt the most he’s willing to players on and off the field. like a family and we had the best record,” she said. “It’s always tough. You always want to continue listen to what coaching, and I’ll miss it but I’ll be cheering them on next Owenby agreed that losing 12 games last year was hard on team morale, but that helped define year. I know they’ll have a great season,” Klinger said you have to just how good this team was. Clawson said that she and the other players will say.’‘ “Last year wasn’t as good as this years because definitely miss Klinger next year. Amala Clawson we played more as individuals, but this year we “He’s just one of those coaches you can go and talk to came together and played as team,” she said. about pretty much everything and he’s willing to listen Owenby will be attending college in Charlotte to what you have to say and also give his own input. He and is not planning on playing ball her freshman works really hard and you can tell he cares a lot about us,” year, but may look into the possibility after Clawson said. adjusting to college life first.
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enior Leah Thompson decided other priorities were more important than playing the sport she’s loved for seven years. But after stepping away from playing basketball, Thompson stepped into managing the same team she once played for. For her, managing was a way to still be a part of the team she loved while focusing on school, work and future endeavors. “I still wanted to be a part of the team since my best friends were on the team. I still wanted to be there for them,” Thompson said. Although Thompson was glad she transitioned into the new role, at times it was hard for her to watch her friends play the sport she loved. Thompson said there were moments where she became sad, wishing she could be back on the court again instead of on the side lines. Ultimately, though, the benefits outweigh the negatives: being able to work and still be a part of the team. As manager, Thompson was tasked with filming all games, filling water bottles with ice, keeping track of stats for each player, and running tasks that popped up each game.
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Even though sometimes being overwhelmed, she said she loved becoming manager. “Overall, the workload is a lot just because of school and also learning how to to put the team before yourself. It’s a lot of making sacrifices for your team rather than giving yourself all the glory.” This year the volleyball team, girls’ and boys’ basketball all had managers, but no other sports used the option. Laura Beatty, Roberson Athletic director said not all sports coaches want or need managers but will find room for kids who want to be a part of the team. Assistant baseball coach Shane Galloway believes there is only a desire from students that have been previously involved in the sport. “We have had players be managers before, but it’s really only been players injured and can’t play, but we keep them along. They’re really not managers; they’re part of the team,” he said. 2017 Graduate Brice Tally was a part of the baseball team but not a player due to an injury. After a hip injury his sophomore year, Tally was on the baseball roster his junior and senior years but never played. To students like Thompson and Tally, being a part of the team is important even if that doesn’t involve playing time. “We don’t call them managers, they’re just teammates that can’t play.” said Galloway.
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ho would have thought that rain would mean luck? The varsity girls’ soccer team played in the state playoffs, almost reaching their goal of becoming state champions. The girls played a total of five games in playoffs, ending only a single game short of becoming state champions. Although they may not be state champions, they are now ranked fourth in the 3A bracket class and 16th overall in the state of North Carolina. This is the highest they have placed since 2008, when they placed second in the league. But this year in particular, rain has seemed to bring on a streak of victory for the Lady Rams. Playing in the rain for over six games in the season and two in the playoffs, the girls have never been beaten while it is raining. Senior Mazie Hughes has been playing soccer for four years at Roberson and says that she is happy that the team has performed so well and believes that the rain has indeed brought luck to the Lady Rams. “I think the rain has helped us play better, especially in playoffs. I think that we focus more and know what is at stake, I don’t really know,” Hughes said. Hughes has made it as high as the third round of playoffs in her soccer career before this year and feels proud that the team was able to place fourth in the bracket even if they were hoping for the state title. To add to the luck of the rain, the Rams’ entire athletic program was moved from the 4A to 3A bracket this year. This means that the girls will play against schools closer to Roberson’s size, versus the past years when they have played in a bracket with schools that have nearly double the student population as Roberson. The Lady Rams have never won a state title, but they have
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come close, being runner-up for the title five times since the program began in 1990. Since then, the team has made it to playoffs every year. On average, the team usually makes it as high as the third round of playoffs, which is half way to winning a state title. This year, the girls made it to the Western Regional Championship Game, which is when the top two teams in Western North Carolina play against each other for the ability to move on to the State Championship Game. Head Coach Joshua Martin has been coaching at Roberson for six years, with this being his second year as head coach. He said he had confidence at the beginning of playoffs that the team would perform well. “They’ve worked hard; we’ve got a lot of talent, and we’ve got a lot of commitment. It’s going to be tough; you’ve got to have a bit of luck on your side, and play your absolute best. But we have a shot, just like everyone else,” Martin said. The rain may be the bit of luck that the girls needed to do well in playoffs. Along with this, the team placed first in the conference this season, winning a total of 14 games, tying once, and losing once. Sophomore Caroline Allison said that she plans to play soccer in college and that in past years they have not played much in the rain. Allison has won a state title before with her club soccer team and says that she is happy that the team did so well this year. “I think the rain has helped us a little bit because we play through it while other teams have maybe not played as well in the rain,” Allison said. At the beginning of the season, Allison did not think that the team would make it this far, but she says that she is proud of the team and how much individual performances of girls and hers has improved over the season. Finishing the season in fourth place is a major accomplishment for the girls and team members say that they can’t wait to try again and perform even better next year.
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his year, Roberson’s theatre program pieces and scene changes, (many schools or showcased four performances of companies use a fly system for shows like “Legally Blonde.” The cast and crew these) but I really loved how they did it. rehearsed for several months, and I had Several of the set changes were in black the opportunity to watch the last out, but several were done right in showing on Saturday, April 28. front of us, and the crew was very The overall production truly efficient. The Delta Nu sorority Editorials blew me away. I was thoroughly represent the girls were absolutely fabulous, impressed with the level in which and I love that they all became the viewpoints my peers were able to rise. Many of Greek chorus while Elle Woods my peers, who had already seen the of individual was in Harvard and carried the authors and show before me, said that they felt same personalities as their original not those of characters. the same way and had told me it the Golden was quite the production. The leads were wonderfully The showing I attended had Fleece Media performed and I really loved the a few little mistakes, a costume dance pieces. The jump rope section Group or its button and some banner opening, with the character Brooke was really staff. but they made it even better and impressive, especially the ability of brought the audience a good laugh, junior Madison Bode, who had to or they were pulled off really belt notes, sing well, and constantly well. I was not sure how they were going to be jumping and dancing. work through each scene with so many set I think it is so cool Roberson’s theatre
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program was allowed to use the original choreography for the show; as high school students, it was very well done! Of course I cannot forget about the technical side of things; the lights and transitions flowed very well and from my perspective, nothing ever went wrong in that area of the production. The costumes were fabulous and the quick changes on stage never went wrong, except for the time someone’s buttons were done incorrectly, but it was quickly fixed. The court scene was my favorite, with the gay Europeans, the actors were hilarious and they pulled of the accents really well. The overall show was really amazing, and I wish I could watch it again. The actors made the audience laugh, and I know for a fact many people cried. Snaps for all those involved with “Legally Blonde”-- it was a real show stopper! by LAUREN CAMPBELL Staff Writer
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s a sophomore who drives to school, finding parking has limited spaces being taken by individuals who aren’t even using the recently become a big deal. Sophomore drivers aren’t allowed library. And with elderly patrons, it becomes an issue of distance since to park on campus because usually there aren’t enough spaces all the close spots are taken. along with many juniors stuck on a waiting list. This means tenth If you have parked here before you are probably well aware you grade drivers must find other parking options off campus. might find a note on your car. The library’s lot is only the lot in front The closest and most convenient options are Mount Zion Church, of its building not behind. The fenced lot behind the library belongs Groce Funeral Home, The Buncombe County Public Library and to Mount Zion Church so this does not apply to notes found on cars other nearby options on Overlook Road. there. But if you park out front the library, notes found here are a The majority of sophomores and a handful of upperclassmen polite approach to the issue at hand. They are not meant to scare you drivers prefer Mount Zion Church and the library due to but just make you aware of the situation and how it affects its proximity to the school. Parking there results in only a patrons of the library. two-minute walk to the closest entrance being The issue comes when the spots close to school are limited. Editorials the math hall. Some students faced without a spot in the morning have no But with the school year approaching its represent the other option than to skip the school day. It is an issue for viewpoints end, more and more students are turning students driving to school and realizing that there are no spots. of individual By that time busses have already passed and some parents are 16 and are getting their license. The authors and at work. additional off-campus lots have reached full capacity causing some students who I realize a bus passes by every student’s house but taking the not those of can’t find spots to miss a day of school. bus isn’t an option for some. In my experience balancing work the Golden Towards the end of the year, students Fleece Media and school, I have no time to go home after school before work should be able to park on campus if there and no bus takes me to my job. My parents also go into work Group or its are left over spots and should be more before I leave for school and get back after the time my shift staff. aware of the effects one parking spot has starts, so the only option is to drive. on a business. According to Mr. Klinger, sophomores have never been able The library, the closest place to park, to park on campus but they should gain the opportunity after has recently started putting notes on people’s first semester is over. windshields informing them they aren’t allowed to park Sophomores with jobs or who play for the school should be eligible there. for an opportunity to park on campus. This lessens the congestion in The branch manager of the library parking lot said that off campus parking lots and could improve tardiness. students leaving their cars there is causing a problem for This is why students should be able to purchase a spot on campus patrons of the library. Some weekdays, the library hosts during the second semester. As the year continues and more story times and other events, so when students park in sophomores turn 16, parking becomes a problem, and there also their lot, it causes an issue for patrons because of the seems to be multiple spots open.
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t’s almost summer! That means lots and lots of sun. And if I’m ith the weather heating up and the sun coming out, summer, being honest laying in the sun and getting tan is my favorite and tanning season are right around the corner. Everyone part of summer. There are, of course, many dangers caused by loves a sun-kissed glow, but as someone who is obsessed with the sun, but if you tan safely, the ultraviolet radiation can be very taking care of my skin, I prefer to achieve that without permanently beneficial. The sun is a great source for vitamin D, which increases damaging my skin in the process. bone density, and reduces the risk of soft, weak bones and bone When I want a tan, I would rather use natural looking self tanning fractures, according to Medical Daily. products as opposed to burning my skin, while also getting exposed The best way to get a safe, natural tan is to exfoliate your skin. to harmful UV Radiation for a temporary tan that will fade within a This removes all the dead skin cells living on the surface of your week. Don’t get me wrong, everyone needs a little Vitamin D, but it body and allows for fresh skin to appear. Removing the dead skin doesn’t need to be obtained through exposure to UV Radiation, which can even your skin tone, remove pore clogging toxins, and prevent will do more harm than good. While I am personally out in the sun acne, says Discovery.com This will also allow for you to tan more constantly, I always make sure to wear SPF. easily and keep it for longer. Self tanners can clog your pores, cause Many believe the misconception that tanning while wearing a low breakouts, and can look splotchy if not applied correctly. SPF is safe; however, a little sun protection does not take away any of Tons of people believe it’s pointless to wear sunscreen if you’re the risk factors involved with tanning. The lower the SPF (they range trying to tan, however it’s better that you do. The anywhere from two to 100) the lower the protection. A tan is extremely hot rays from the sun can leave burns if just a step before a burn, and this is a sign that your SPF is not you don’t protect your skin. All sunscreen has a sun protective enough. protection factor (spf) number. The higher the number The most common form of cancer is skin cancer; in fact, Editorials the better it protects against ultraviolet B “burning according to the National Human Genome Research Institute, represent the rays” (UVB) rays, says The American Cancer Society. almost half of the population will encounter some form of Sunscreens that are labeled “broad- spectrum” protect skin cancer before the age of 65. Skin cancer is a common viewpoints against both UVB and UVA (ultraviolet radiation) result of tanning along with burns, sun spots, wrinkles, and of individual rays, which don’t cause burn, but penetrate deep into premature aging. Ultraviolet rays are one of the greatest authors and your skin and cause wrinkles. Tanning is safe if you causes of a lethal form of skin cancer known as Melanoma, not those of apply and reapply sunscreen, according to the National and if not dealt with soon enough, has, according to the the Golden Institutes of Health. American Cancer Society, a ten year survival rate of only ten Fleece Media The heat can feel really good on your skin but if you percent. Group or its limit your time in the sun, it doesn’t get over exposed. With this said, some people are at a greater risk from the staff. Tanning in small doses is the key. Self-tanners give you sun than others. People with paler skin tones have less of a another approach to gaining color, but how happy and pigment called Melanin in their skin. This pigment not only warm you feel while tanning isn’t something you can protects slightly from sun burns, but also allows some people achieve while sitting on the floor of your bathroom lathering on to become tanner than others. Because of this, people with fairer skin yucky cream. It is also important to consider what time you will be tones have an increased possibility of getting seriously burned from basking under the sun. The United States Environmental Protection the sun. Also, people with skin concerns such as moles and scars can Agency says the UV radiation strength is greatest from 10am to encounter serious health concerns if exposed to the sun too much. 4pm, which is when outside tanning should be avoided. But that Scars can become larger and discolored, while moles can become leaves a lot of time to still be outside and be safe. discolored as well and cancerous in many cases. Another way to stay safe from the sun is to wear sunglasses and Another benefit to self tanning is that there are so many different a hat. Hats offer protection for your ears, eyes, forehead, nose, and kinds, from mousses to creams, with shades ranging from light to ultra scalp, which typically burn the easiest. Our eyes are sensitive to UV dark. Because there are multiple shades of most self tanning products rays, therefore look for sunglasses that are labeled “UV absorption to choose from, choosing the correct shade will lower the chances of up to 400 mn” or “Meets ANSI UV Requirements,” which means winding up with an orange looking tan. Some self tanning products these glasses block at least 99 percent of UV rays. can develop in under two hours, much faster than any sun tan would. So with summer just around the corner, getting natural color Also, good quality, sun-free tanning products last much longer than from the sun is better than applying a fake, artificial, tan out of a a natural tan, as they can linger for many weeks. However, not all self bottle. A real tan also costs zero dollars, whereas self-tanner can tanning products are created equally. It is important professional grade cost upwards of $20, which will have to be replaced often if you tanners are used in order to avoid exposure to harsh chemicals, such want to keep your tan. Self-tanner can also permanently stain your as parabens, and to get the most natural results. Also, self tans can look lighter clothing, smell bad, and leave you orange and streaky. even better if done right after exfoliating, shaving, and moisturizing Tanning in the sun not only feels good, but according to Live because doing these things create a smooth surface that will prevent Ultra Healthy, it can improve one’s mood. So have lots of fun this the self tan from becoming blotchy over time. summer soaking up the sun, but remember to take good care of All said and done, there are only negative, long term consequences your skin. from sun tanning. There is a way, however, to avoid those effects and get the same results, through the use of self tanning products.
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RAVES & RONGS
YOUR POINT MATTERS
A quick look at the good and bad things happening now by Natalie Lonabaugh
A look at how in 2018 there is no shortage of opinions to be shared but getting yours heard is another challenge...
Rave Smocked Tops
From cute ruffle tops to dynamic sundresses, smocked tops are everywhere this year. It can be dressed up and worn to a special occasion or thrown on with a pair of jeans!
Pelican Shaved Ice
It’s a new snow cone place that popped up on Sweeten Creek Road. The good prices and delicious flavors really seal the deal. Plus the founder is a Roberson alumni!
Rong Clear/Plastic bags
Plastic can be a strong statement. On top of having everything exposed, these bags are often expensive. One from Maryam Nassir Zadeh costs $464! So you can enjoy the possibility of your bag being stolen.
Platform sandals Everyone enjoys slipping on a pair of flip flops. They’re comfortable, but when they’re platform, it just defeats the purpose. They make walking more difficult, and give you blisters. In this case, less is more.
by Gretchen Waters
Stop giving titles, start talking close-minded. If I told you that I would have voted for I encourage the use of your voice, in a Donald Trump, what would you say? What very respectful way of course. I want to talk label would you give me? What if I had a to other people about different controversial #notmypresident sticker on my car? Or topics, but through it I want to learn and maybe I would not have voted at all? How come to a place with other people where does that make you feel? there is agreement, or at least an agreement I’m a 16 year old girl and have no idea to disagree. Through conversation I want to where I stand in politics. It seems as if every expand my knowledge on many topics. major topic in our culture, whether it be I would hate for this editorial to about abortion, gun laws, racism, etc. end up like every other high schoolers relates to politics. I’m either right in talking about encouraging others the middle or on total opposite ends Editorials and using your voice. I want this to of the spectrum. If you automatically gave me a title represent the provoke a change in many people’s minds and be a time of reflection on due to your emotional opinions, this viewpoints should be a time of reflection for you of individual what our world has become. What is the first thing you think and your immediate bias on other authors and people’s stance in politics. not those of about when someone mentions something about their political It’s pretty safe to say that I’m the Golden standpoint? Do you automatically probably not the only one. There are Fleece Media judge them because you don’t agree? so many of my peers who feel they Group or I feel like it is the same thing as should not be outspoken or are just its staff. judging someone because you just “not into politics” because they aren’t found out their religion. It is honestly sure where they stand or maybe feel disrespectful. they will receive a backlash not worth I wish I knew why our society has gotten their time. to a point where everything we say is an open Something I hate about actually having door for judgment. I don’t expect everyone a secure and confident political stance is to agree with one another, we all have our the possible judgment I could receive if my personal opinions and beliefs, but respect is opinion is not the mainstream. My city, key in our world of communication. Asheville, is a very blue city and we are seen Overall, I encourage you to respect as very progressive and liberal, so what is other people and their opinions. Don’t seen all over social media and our local news automatically judge or put a label to someone is almost everybody else’s opinion. This of because of his/her perspective. Every time course isn’t true for everyone in my town but you put a label on someone else, whether it be an “opposing” opinion is not usually seen, at because of politics, religion, looks or anything least not with any backlash. There is plenty of encouragement through else, take a step back and think about why, social media to voice your opinion and to use and stop yourself. Think about why. Why are you thinking your voice, but they really mean only say what these things about other people, or even they will agree with. People want to “talk” saying these things out loud. Talk. Talk to one but they really want to shove their opinion another about what you believe. And listen. down your throat, disagree and never come to an agreement. No one really wants to learn Listen to what each of you has to say. It may change how you think in the future and how from one another and develop their own you go about your next conversation. perspective, but remain stubborn and very
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OPINION
DON’T STOP YET!
SOMETHING TO THINK ABOUT Why teachers are told to teach us about things that we may never need to know
by Emma Hodes
Are you ready for the Real World? I can’t do my own taxes, but I can pass a my life. Trust me, no student wants to be told standardized test. I can’t keep my bedroom they’re behind especially when not knowing organized, but don’t worry, I can balance a what your actual goals is. chemical equation. I don’t know if I’ll ever be Coming up to testing time for high able change a tire, but for the rest of my life, I schoolers, the most important things students know I’ll remember the Pythagorean Theorem. are learning is how to pass a standardized I’ll be fine after high school... right? test. Whether that means actually learning In reality, I might not be fine after I get out of and studying or just knowing how to guess high school, and many other students the correct way to get the grade you could struggle as well. Think about and your teachers want. However, once Editorials it. Students attend school for almost the exams are over, and the grades are represent the in, students still won’t know how to two decades and sometimes more, viewpoints but do we learn how to do the most complete basic adult tasks that they’ll basic tasks that we need to know as an of individual need to know for the future. authors and adult? Not usually. Education is important and English, not those of math, science and history are all I’m not saying what we learn in the Golden school isn’t important or useful. I necessary for students to be successful, Fleece Media but it’s about time we think about the believe that some more basic things you need to live on your own should effects of students not learning basic Group or be included. I have not learned about living and financial skills. Many students its staff. how to apply for a loan or even how will be fine after high school and will to balance a checkbook. be able to learn it on their own but for As a junior in high school, I have no idea others, maybe not. what I’m going to pursue as a career. Honestly, Going to college will help some of us learn I don’t know what I’m going to eat for breakfast how to do basic things like cook, clean and do tomorrow, so how am I supposed to know what laundry. It will also help us with applying for to do for the rest of my life? loans and scholorship. But what if you don’t go Unfortunately, in the eyes of the school to college? How are those individuals suppose system, I’m “behind.” Yes, as a 17 year old, I’m to learn the basic things in life. behind because I don’t know what I want to In are K-12 career we do not learn thoes be doing 30 years from now. Just through high basic skills and maybe we should. school, my intrest have changed drastically Just a thought. and will continue to change through the rest of
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The seniors of the Golden Fleece would like to present the theme of ‘Golden 8.’ Referencing the anticipated movie, ‘Ocean’s 8.’ We knew this would best highlight the strengths of such an amazing class- the Class of 2018. We have all banded together - just as the actresses had to - to accomplish a similar mission... To graduate! As the last year of four winds to an end, we want to thank everyone who has been a part of it. This section is to celebrate you! The senior staff wants to thank everyone and anyone who has been interviewed, who has read our work, and who has supported us as we made our way through high school. With that, we hand it over to the rest of the senior class who surely has a lot to commemorate.
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Yanal Ammar is the Business Manager. He has been in the class for four semesters and will be attending the University of North Carolina Asheville in the fall.
Caroline Bowers is the Executive Editor of Print Media. She has been in the class for six semesters and will be attending George Washington University in the fall.
CLASS OF 2018
Mollie Brewster serves as Sports Director. She has been in the class for six semesters and will be attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the fall.
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Jamie Cummings is the Executive Editor of Digital Media. She has been in the class for six semesters and will the attending the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the fall.
Graphics & Design | Grace Loizzo
Grace Loizzo is the Director of Photography and former Director of Special Projects. She has been in the class for six semesters and will be attending North Carolina State University in the fall.
Mia Mendez is the Director of the Broadcast. She has been in the class for four semesters and will be attending Appalachian State University in the spring.
GOLDEN FLEECE SENIORS Jay Trull is Director of Technology. He has been in the class for five semesters and will be attending Appalachian State University in the fall.
Graphics & Design | Grace Loizzo
Willie Yang is the Publisher of the Golden Fleece. She has been in the class for six semesters and will be attending the University of Chapel Hill in the fall.
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Outstanding Seniors These 20 students were chosen by their teachers as seniors who embody Roberson spirit in all they do. 40 | June 2018 // GOLDEN FLEECE Online.com
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University of North Carolina at Asheville
Appalachian State University
George Washington University
Appalachian State University
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Business
Cellular and Molecular Biology
Political Communication
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Global Studies Political Science
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Florida State University
Appalachian State University
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
North Carolina State University
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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North Carolina State University
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Wingate University
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
University of Pennsylvania
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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Music Education
Biomedical Engineering
Pre-Med Track
Brain and Cognitive Science
Classics
STAND OUT:
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These twenty seniors were voted on by the faculty, staff, and teachers. Whether it be academic promise or high moral character, teachers felt that these seniors represent the best of the best in the Class of 2018. GOLDEN FLEECE Online.com // June 2018 | 41
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Best Person to Bring Home to Mom: Ethan Ide and Ann Elizabeth Thompson
Most Changed Since Freshman Year: Miller Campbell and April Orsornio
Life of the Party: Jack Sandstedt and Summer Perlson
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Class Clown: Devin Wiley and Tycorah Palmore
Most Likely to Win the Lottery and Lose the Ticket: Sam Childers and Elise Wright
Most Likely to Flaunt their University: Reid Arwood and Addison Skigen Future Einstein: Matt Bowman and Anna Newman
Most Likely to Leave and Never Come Back Dexter Vandersall and Mollie Brewster
Most Likely to Fill up their Passport: Zak Hudspeth and Carlyn Morris
Graphics & Design | Mollie Brewster
ives Most Likely to Quote a Vine: Jay Trull and Jamie Cummings
Most Likely to Start their own Business: Yanal Ammar and Diana Illinyk
Best Bromance: Duncan Mills and Sean McDowell
Graphics & Design | Mollie Brewster
Best Gal Pals: Lettie and Mazie Hughes Next American Idol: Daniel Lowman and Hannah Sherlock
Most Likely to Sleep through Graduation: Austin Littke and Tabitha Anderson
Next Saturday Night Live Host: Ge’Kovie Jackson and Isabel Horak
Most Likely to Reach their Data Limit: Cade Ramsey and Morgan Neal
Most Likely to Remain Highschool Sweethearts: Miller Campbell and Sabrina Harpe
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Introducing the Class of 2018...
AB Tech , Alec Luis Bardab, Anna Bashor , Lily Ivers, Bell, Jonathon Grindstaff Johnson, Christian Johnson, Cela er Keiser, ath He , upp Matthew Kan terio, Jessica Sydney Kent, Janelys Let , Camille Lyons, Savannah Queen Shadai on, erts Rob Rangel, Shay Shelthon, Sands, Covey Sands, Zoe bb, We e nzi cke Ma re, Shy Chris att Trenton White, Chase Wy
Brigham Young University Seung Yeon Park
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George Washington University Caroline Bowers
Appalachian State University Robert Armstrong ,M Bankard, Katie Ch adelynn ilders, Mckenna Feid, Am anda Gaspard, Christine Hy Dalton, Jared Linha dert, Mia Mendez, Alexandr a Ow Summer Perlson, Jay ens, Trull
Brown University Reid Arwood
East Carolina University Jordan Flynn
Georgia Institu te of Technology Zabrina Lang
North Carolina A&T Jillian Brown, Jhordyn Leilani Ellison, Leah Thompson 44 | June 2018 // GOLDEN FLEECE Online.com
Belmont University Beth Scott, Hannah Sherlock
Bryant University Greg Johnston
East Tennessee State University Vlad Rakhouski
Liberty University Garrett Croft
Bob Jones University Benjamin Roberts
CUNY Hunter College Dexter Vandersall
Elon University Corinne Jenkins
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Jack Sandstedt
Roanoke College iana Spencer Keehan, Qu Mosley
Brevard College Christian Zapherson
Clemson University Timothy Jenkins
Florida State University Sophia Fantauzzi
NC State University Madeline Graves, Alexxis Gutierrez, Dylan Keel, Grace Loizzo, Gaelyn MacGregor, Sasha Pearson, Emma Schneider, Catherine Scranton, Maddie ScullinBaccarella, Madalyn Shand, Elizabeth Sills, Sydne Tison
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And their Post-High School Plans! (For those who filled out senior forms)
Southeastern University Josh Bell
Shaw University Tycorah Palmore
UNC Wilmington Ray Baek, Kaitlin Martinez, Oscar Rodrigu ez
UNC Chapel Hill Jessica Boun, Mollie Brewster, Jamie Cummings, Rachel Feid, Ali Floyd, Emma Garner, Isabel Horak, Julia Hubbard, Lettie Hughes, Mazie Hughes, Chloe Lindberg, Ali Marx, Sophia Pearson, Karis Price, Brooke Scullin-Baccarella, Addison Skigen, Nataly Valdibia, Willie Yang
University of Georgia Ellie Garst
UNC Pembroke Taylor Morrow
University of Tennessee Jake Salyer
University of Pennsylvania Anna Newnam
Wake Forest Abby Krueger, Elise Wright
Tulane University Carlyn Morris
Warren Wilson College Anna Mae Serene
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United States Air Force Alicia Fay, Caleb Tucker
UNC Asheville Yanal Ammar, Ian Hourdequin, Dylan Ingram, Jordan Up right Bella Walker, Joshua , Waters, Victoria Whitworth
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign Tatiana Wallace
University of Texas Antonio Amy Nguyen
United Sta te Mario Ve s Marine Corps rgara- Qu iroz
UNC Charlotte Grant Basham, Kylan Gilliand, Ryan Graham, Cameron Greenhill, Leari Moore, Syara Ownby, Bryanna Pace, Amanda Wahler
University of Kentuc ky Kate Gaddy
UNC Greensboro Jose Angel Rodriguez Casraneda, April Osornio-Villafuete, Kira Webb
University of Mississippi Ethan Ide, Morgan Neal, Ann Elizabeth Thompson
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Western Carolina University Kendall Austin, Michaela Baker, Cole Jenkerson, Payton Murray, Kaitlyn Van Wyk, Eric Wallington, Sofia Woodard
University of Vermont Luke Riccitelli
Wingate University Megan Dickerson, Daniel Lowman
University of Virginia Louise Brosnan
Winston Salem State University Amya Freeland
Wofford College Abby Roberts
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Sen18 rAthletics You’re off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so get on your way. -dR.
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For the past four years The Golden Fleece has covered these athletes and their successes at Roberson. A final good luck and congratulations are in order as the Class of 2018 continues their athletic careers elsewhere.
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Congratulations Class of 2018! Benefits of PTSO Membership:
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Monthly meeting minutes containing information on current events within the school Opportunities to volunteer to support the school
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You’ll get to know the staff at school and understand their needs and ideas
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Tennis
The Golden Fleece is excited to partner with PTSO this year and in the future! GOLDEN FLEECE Online.com // June 2018 | 47
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