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V.23.10 | 10 June 2008

Students rally support for custodian Beloved ‘Animal’ remains on administrative leave

By Shahrum Ali Hawkeye staff

Long-time custodian and larger-than-life personality Jim “Animal” Pecotte remains on paid administrative leave after he was suspended last month for undisclosed reasons, according to several sources.

In May, students “Whatever happens, noted that Pecotte had been missing from his happens. I love you guys, afternoon custodi- miss you, and I just want to al shift. Later in that let you kids know that my week, an announce- heart and soul is with you.” ment was made on Jim “Animal” Pecotte custodian HBN that “Animal” had resigned, but no explanation was given to as why. Other custodians have indicated that they either don’t know the circumstances or are unable to speak about the situation at this time.

Pecotte met with district administrators, including Superintendent Nick Brossoit, last Friday morning, but details of the meeting were not made Colin Diltz/Hawkeye available.

Kendra O’ Halloran, senior, gets students Erin Bromley, sophomore, and Bennett Norman, freshman, to sign a petition in support of Jim Petitions with “Animal” Pecotte, the janitor who was recently placed on leave for reasons not made clear to the MTHS community. His leave has sparked nearly 900 signatures questions as to why he left. Many students and teachers have expressed to district officials that they want him returned to his post.

Jim “Animal” Pecotte along with dozens Custodian of letters, faxes, and e-mails were delivered to the featured hundreds of students’ positive sentiments. soul is with you.” superintendent’s office Thursday afternoon in support of “I can’t tell how honored I am,” Pecotte said by phone Pecotte said that it would not be appropriate to speak Pecotte. Senior Kendra O’Halloran headed the petition from home, referring to the petitions, poster and letters. publicly at this time about the specifics of his suspension. and letter-writing drive and delivered the signatures in “Whatever happens, happens. I love you guys, miss you, However, he did indicate that he wants to return to his person. Earlier, ASB organized a poster-signing effort that and I just want to let you kids know that my heart and post at MTHS, where he has worked for 18 years.

Community mourns death of former student City library hosts The incident is remains “She was a very friendly summer sessions Bizarre, tragic incident “She taught me that

By Alan Adzhiyev still under investigation

By Shahrum Ali News Editor

Compassionate, indestructible, and spirited were just some of the words that friends used to describe the late Janelle Cooper.

Cooper was a f re sh m a n at Terrace in 2006, but later transferred to Scriber Lake High Janelle Cooper School for Former MTHS student her sophomore year.

She died May 23 by 164th Street SW in northeast Lynnwood.

Reportedly, a truck jumped the curb and struck Cooper and her friend who were walking on the sidewalk, hospitalizing one friend, an MTHS student, and killing Cooper.

under investigation, and no girl, who had many loyal life was beautiful. friends,” Salvatore said. “She arrests have been made. The She always knew injured student was treated had a lot of potential.” what to say that and released.

A memorial service was would make you Corey Luu, a freshman, held May 31 in Cooper’s was one of Cooper’s closest feel better. It’s just honor at Trinity Lutheran starting to hit me friends. She described how Church in Lynnwood. that she’s gone, and they first met.

Her mother, Coleen “The first time we hung won’t be here to give Cooper, her brother Joshua, me advice.” out we were sitting at the and her dad Gary, along Corey Luu park. We just looked at each with her close friends, were freshman other and started laughing,” all present. About twoshe said. Luu recalled that thirds of her classmates it was nice to find someone from both Scriber and who knew former MTHS MTHS attended the prostudent Seth James, who gram. had recently passed away at that time.

“She was so happy to go to Scriber,” They have been best friends ever Coleen Cooper, her mother said. since.

“She was accepted by a group; she “Janelle was the strongest of us, belonged.” always the leader,” Luu said.

Luu was in Oregon when she heard “She taught me that life was beau- the news of her friend’s death. tiful. She always knew what to say She noticed witnesses on the scene that would make you feel better. It’s reporting on what had just hapjust starting to hit me that she’s gone, pened. and won’t be here to give me advice,” “Everyone kept yelling ‘I watched she said. her die, I watched her die.’ That Pam Salvatore, an MTHS counsel- doesn’t matter. We watched her live or, described Janelle as a strong indi- and thrive as a person,” Luu said. vidual, outspoken, and confident.

General Manager

The Mountlake Terrace Library is hosting an array of events this summer.

“All teens are welcome,” organizer Dawn Rutherford said. “These programs are great opportunities to learn new things – such as Latin dances and Yoga – or just to have a nice air-conditioned place to hang out with your friends this summer,” Rutherford said.

Over the summer the library will host three “Teen Summer Movie Matinees” with each movie starting at 4 p.m. On June 11, “Ratatouille” will be playing; on July 9, “Spider-Man 3,” and on Aug. 4, “Enchanted.” Free popcorn and sodas will be distributed during each movie showing, along with different prizes.

Book discussion groups will occur three times at the library. On June 18, “Stargirl,” by Jerry Spinelli will be discussed. “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the NightTime,” by Mark Haddon will be the focus of the night on July 16, and the last discussion book will be for “The Secret Life of Bees” by Sue Monk Kidd on Aug. 20. Each discussion will start at 4 p.m. with free pizza provided.

Students also have the ability to gain volunteer credit by helping children to improve their reading skills.

Applications may be picked up at the Mountlake Terrace Library and must be turned in by June 13.

Students are also encouraged to submit book reviews to www.sno-isle.org/metamorphosis for a chance to win $25 gift cards to various places. At the end of the summer every review will be entered to win an iPod Nano.

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Facets of the global food shortage

By Vanessa Chea Hawkeye staff

Problems

Third-world countries experience mass starving and death

It is estimated that 1 million people are starving around the world due to lack of food.

In Hati, the poor are making cookies out of mud, shortening and salt to keep from starving. The World Bank, an organization working to improve world issues, said food shortages have pushed about 100 million people into poverty. Some 22 countries, especially those in sub-Saharan Africa, are vulnerable to malnutrition and starvation.

Causes

Global climate change has its toll In some parts of the world wheat and rice prices rose up to 70 percent over the past year. Rising prices are due to increased demand from the Middle East and Africa while productivity has not risen to meet those demands.

Many other factors are contributing to the food shortages. Corn and other foods are made into bio-fuels. Also,

the world’s population is increasing. It is expected to be about 9 billion by the middle of the century. And even the climate is playing a role in the food shortages. In China and sub-Saharan Africa desertification and flooding are crippling the agriculture environment.

Honeybee populations have decreased drastically due to colony collapse disorder (CCD). Beekeepers have lost 30to 90 percent of colonies.

Bees are needed to pollinate plants, especially fruit trees.

Without pollination, the plants produce significantly less product.

Solutions

$800 million still needed to make significant difference

World leaders met in Rome on June 6. The FAO hosted the United Nations summit in order to discuss solutions to food shortages and starvation.

The United States was criticized for using food as a biofuel, even though it is the largest food producer and food donator in the world.

Two plans have been agreed upon in order to increase food supplies. The first is to reduce trade barriers. The second is to improve agricultural practices including: tools, seeds, fertilizers and knowledge.

Locally

Teriyaki Garden, Albertsons, and Costco affected differently

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) estimates that processed products now account for 80 percent of food and beverages. Rober Zoellick, the president of the World Bank, wants a new plan for the poorest countries.

Zoellick would like the world’s richest countries to put in $500 million to alleviate hunger, but he World Bank said that African agriculture might need $800 million.

He has recently created a plan to triple agricultural production.

Restaurants and stores like Teriyaki Garden, Albertsons, and Costco are affected by the shortages. The manager of Teriyaki Garden said he didn’t know when prices will stabilize again. He said he thinks at the end of August new rice crops will be grown and that prices and delivery may become better.

Some workers at Albertson’s attribute raised prices to delivery services and the cost of gas.

Furthermore, Costco has limited the amount of rice a customer can buy to one bag.

Technology Levy looks to improve school equipment buildings become more energy efficient.

Director of technology for Edmonds School Health Editor District Cynthia Nelson said, “We’ve done a lot of work to pretty much bring the Edmonds Voters approved a new technology levy in School District into the 21st century—and May. The previous levy will be replaced this renewing this levy will allow us to continue year. that good work at an even lower tax rate.”

The levy consists of $31.5 million in funding.

This taxpayer funded levy will consist of a This funding will help support technological $7.85 million payment per year for each of the endeavors for student learning and environ- four years, from 2009 through 2012. mental improvements in This projected amount the schools. These include This taxpayer funded levy will consist of a $7.85 is actually much cheapbuying new mobile com- million payment per year for each of the four er than the previous levy. years, from 2009 through 2012. puters that will enable The four-year plan will students to have access to have a collection rate of them in the classrooms instead of going to the 28 cents per $1,000 assessed value of a home. computer lab. Currently the district has pro- This, in comparison to a 52-cent collection rate vided at least one set of mobile computers per from the previous years, is actually 24 cents school. cheaper.

For school improvements, parts of the money For example, a house valued at $400,000 will pay for security enhancements, roofing would require the owner to pay $112 dollars a upgrades, and facility changes that will help the year in taxes for this levy.

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A guide to high school relationships Communication is key to success

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igh school dating, for the most part, is Also, couples based on caring without interjust a cheesy game show; spin the wheel est may last too long. If a couple cares for each and hope to find something good. At least, that other, but are no longer [or never were] interis how most teenagers ested, then they may think, “I want to break up, treat them. but I’m afraid to hurt the other.”

Granted, there are This belief can be harmful to the relationship, those few couples who because the two people involved cannot experiknow how to hold on ence a balanced, healthy relationship, and canto a special relation- not gain experience on dating. Also, this kind of ship. These couples prolonged relationship can lead to other probare the ones to view lems. as “Relationship Role If a couple continues to date without interest, Michael Ward Guest Writer Models.” Though a fail- then the caring they had could just turn into ing high school rela- dependence for the other. tionship is more often If a couple is dependent on each other, then seen than a successful one. they lose sight of other things, like maintaining There are three main reasons for unhealthy healthy relations between family and friends. high school relationships. Most commonly, high Feeding this kind of unbalanced behavior is school relationships fail due to a lack of commu- unhealthy, not only for the individual of the nication, lack of true interest, and lack of effort. couple, but for other people as well.

Communication, in any relationship, is key to Effort in relationships is important to keep a a healthy transaction between couples. Without lasting, healthy relationship.. Many times in the the communication of problems that may occur, halls it is said “…we like each other a lot, but we a couple cannot fix these problems. This can cre- hardly see each other after school. I think he and ate tension and confusion among the two, which I should breakup.” will ultimately lead to breakup.

This is an example of the lack of effort, on A relationship cannot think to exist without both parties. If either of the two simply made the firm foundation of simple communication. the time and put in the effort to see, or at least This communication does not have to be ver- speak with, one another, then it would be easier bal, either. Instead of plainfor them to intimately get to ly stating, “I adore you,” one know each other. could kiss their significant “Interest in another is usually what sparks Also, the mark of a great other upon the forehead, a relationship to begin; whereas caring for relationship is the couanother is what maintains it.” which could convey the ple’s ability to notice, work same meaning. through, and overcome Also, communication problems. doesn’t have to be about A couple can easily have anything in particular. If a couple just spends interest, care, and communication, but if they, time speaking with each other, about interests for whatever reason, cannot muster up the effort or life in general, they can build a sense of trust to dissolve problems in view, then the relationand caring. This trust and caring could, in turn, ship will continue to pile-up unsolved problems, create more opportunity for open communica- only reappearing later in time. tion. Open communication is the base for trust, Continuing a relationship with another, withcaring, and interest. out overcoming problems is senseless, and harmInterest in another is usually what sparks a ful to ones self, especially if the person in quesrelationship to begin; whereas caring for another tion gave no effort to fix them. is what maintains it. In high school, the amount High school couples should learn how relaof people interested in each other overpowers tionships are built and destroyed in order to the amount of people who care for each other. continue having healthy, balanced relationships A good and healthy couple knows how to bal- in the future. ance the two, by keeping themselves interested Knowing and seeing examples of caring, lovin each other like they originally were, as well as, ing couples, along with examples of unhealthy by caring for the other in a true, loving way. It is ones, can ultimately lead to a bright future with often heard in the halls, “I like him a lot”, or, “I the ability to date in a balanced way, with verbal really like her,” but it is hardly ever said, “I truly and nonverbal transaction, love, tenderness, and care for him,” or, “She means a lot to me.” endeavor.

This can create a problem, because couples based on interest without caring often do not last.

Hawkeye Staff Editorial

A BIG Hawkeye ‘thank you’

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t has become a tradition for the last issue of the Hawkeye to include a big thank you to everyone. This has been a big year for us. What with a redesign, 10 issues, about 40 new members, and winning 10th place at nationals, we have hardly had time to breathe.

And all of you were a part of that. The Hawkeye would like to thank everyone for their time, support and devotion. You have made this year especially amazing. Although we do not have space to express gratitude to everyone who is important to us and the organization, here are some specific “thank yous:” Students and Faculty: You are our backbone. You supply our stories and make them come alive. It’s been a pleasure writing about you. Thank you for your support and for continuing to read us every issue.

Administration: Thank you for making this a nourishing place for journalism. Greg Schwab, thank you especially for always being open for interviews and sometimes even supplying us with stories. All of you are very exceptional because you let us be who we are, responsible journalists. We can’t wait to work with you next year.

Hawkeye Parents: With out you, we wouldn’t have us. Thank you for being understanding of our late nights, our obsession of journalism, and our always asking you for money for crunch weekends and field trips.

You have been there for us in so many ways, we cant really show all our gratitude.

Kim Stewart and ASB: We are thankful that you guys are taking care of the rest of the school and still have time to write for us. It takes a special talent to be so involved in the school as you are. Thank you Stew for caring so much for your students. All of you are appreciated.

Nadine Coombs: Thank you for taking care of our finances. Without you watching over us, where would we be?

Josh Chamblin: We are grateful for your help with the concessions stand this year. Thank you for always being ready to get us a table or two.

Jim “Animal” Pecotte and Lynda McDougal: Thank you for your donuts and conversation. Whenever we are stressed, you bring laughter.

You two are part of our Hawkeye family. Good luck next year Lynda and Animal.

Vince DeMiero: You have been the Hawkeye’s adviser for 20 years.

Now you finally get a break. Thank you for every hour you spent for us. Thank you for fighting for young journalist’s rights. Thank you for opening your home to us. Thank you for being the most dedicated member of the Hawkeye there ever was. As you said recently, you are “young, youthful and vibrant” so go kick butt in the WJEA. Vince’s Family: All of you are amazing. Thank you for letting us borrow Vince for so long and for always being there for us. Without you, we wouldn’t be us.

Mark Isakson: For a rookie, you did pretty awesome this year. We are very excited to work with you as our new adviser next year. Thank you for your time and new ideas. You are officially part of our family, so don’t get too stressed.

Scott Bush: Every time there is a national convention, you are there with us. Thank you for playing hacky sack in Disneyland and staying up late to make sure we are all okay. We can’t wait to see you next year, and not just in April.

Tim Cashman: Thank you for being available to open the Hawkeye room on crunch weekends and for being our chaperone to Anaheim.

Richard Fazakerley, Terry Fain and Pacific Publishing: Thank you for being patient with us every issue. It’s incredible how you can always print our paper even if we are a day late. Thank you for fitting us in and doing a great job.

Advertisers: Thank you for being interested in our paper and for helping us do what we do.

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Vietnam, a glimpse into the future of Iraq?

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o apply historical knowledge to present developments is vital to comprehending the future. For comprehension is to facilitate the advancement of humanity: by learning from our mistakes and duplicating our achievements. One, who understands the past, grasps a key to the present and future. The contemporaries of today holds that special key; which contains undeniable paralNathan King lel qualities of a present conflict; a Hawkeye staff conflict that we must understand for today, for tomorrow, for the future: Iraq.

Following the collapse of the French in the First IndoChinese War [Vietnam’s war of independence against France], American was involuntarily placed in a position to continue their Cold War policies of NSC-68, which was to prevent, and even push back, communist expansion.

President Lyndon Johnson inherited pressures for American intervention from JFK’s recent expansion of American support in the region. As American support and forces were clearly already present in the region, only a pretext under which to become actively involved remained. Then in August 1964, the president announced that American destroyers had been unjustifiably attacked by the North Vietnamese, resulting in the Golf of Tonkin Resolution passed by Congress with a vote of 504 to 2 [combined House and Senate].

The Gulf of Tonkin Resolution authorized Johnson to use executive powers to “prevent further aggression” without a formal declaration of war from Congress. Direct American involvement remained limited to aerial bombing of North Vietnamese targets, not until another incident in March 1965 did American ground troops became actively involved in the war. By August 1965, America was fully committed to another Cold War conflict against communism.

As the war in Afghanistan raged on, reports about Saddam’s “weapons of mass destruction” perpetuated.

Congress and the American public were given information alleging that Iraq had WMD that was later found out to be inaccurate. However, at the time, this gave President Bush his “blank check” at the time to commence an unprovoked war against Iraq. On March 20, 2003 Operation Iraqi Freedom commenced with the invasion of Iraq.

As we can see, both wars were part of the United States government’s broader agenda; the Cold War and the War on Terrorism, for Vietnam and Iraq, respectively. Also, pressures facing both presidents, who initiated the wars

are generally similar: Johnson faced pressures for JFK’s expansion in the region, while current President Bush faced pressures from his fathers involvement and the lack of action to dispose of a dictator during the Gulf War. To win a war you must understand whom you are fighting. Although the Viet Cong and insurgents in Iraqi today differ in many ways such as their structure, they are similar in their purpose for fighting. The Viet Cong and the insurgents fought [and are fighting] for their homeland.

Both parties felt the American influence was a negative one and they should have the right to establish their own moral and ethical code in their homeland. More simply, the Viet Cong and Iraqi were [and are] fighting for much more than we are. Thus, increasing their resolve and commitment.

After countless years of war, increasing opposition at home, and billions of dollars in cost; Henry Kissinger finally negotiated a peace treaty on January 27, 1973 ending the war and restoring peace in Vietnam. Finally, the last American troops were coming home. Then after violating the peace terms in March 1975, North Vietnam launched an all out offensive into South Vietnam. After various denied appeals for assistance by the South Vietnamese government, in late April, 1975 communist forces marched into the city of Saigon ending the North, South conflict.

As communist forces marched into the city, American officials and Vietnamese diplomats rushed to remaining heli-

“Staying in Iraq poses its own problems, Americans complain of these problems today, the same ones that will haunt us in the future: cost, death, and decline in our economy” copters to escape the communist forces. This picture came to characterize the disillusioned, panicked withdrawal of American forces from Vietnam. Now that we understand the history of similar conflicts, we can compare and contrast them in order to formulate the correct future actions in Iraq.

Staying in Iraq can only have negative effects but leaving also has consequences. History shows us that current policies implemented in Iraq are possibly doomed for failure.

Already we notice a prolonged involvement in Iraq due to the slow, costly process of training Iraqi Security Forces [ISF]. ISF will probably be less effective than American troops and more susceptible to insurgent or terrorist influence. Vietnamization proved only to be an excuse to bring American troops home, but once the Americans left the South Vietnamese forces fell rather quickly due to the communist support in North. Although, this could have been prevented it America had a more determined commitment to prepare and equip the South Vietnamese for

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their lone defense. If America is determined to establish security in the region we must remain in Iraq until the ISF is equipped and prepared to take on all responsibilities. If we leave Iraq like we left Vietnam nothing good will come of it. Deserting Iraq now will leave a government who is not ready to bear the responsibilities, and by doing so, thrusting them into turmoil and chaos resulting in decreased security, and creating problems for the future.

Exactly as President Bush Senior left Iraq during the ‘90s failing to topple a dictator, resulting in our present war today.

Staying in Iraq poses its own problems, Americans complain of these problems today, the same ones that will haunt us in the future: cost, death, and decline in our economy. Also, having a strong military presence in the Middle East favors invasion of another Middle Eastern country.

Much like when the U.S. invaded Cambodia during the Vietnam War. There is no excuse to invade another nearby country given such sufficient evidence. Already high tensions between Israel, Palestinian countries, and Saudi Arabia only increase our chance of another war; especially with Iran. Iran’s conflicting tensions with Israel, unstable regime, and aggressive nature combined with a strong American military presence favors action rather than diplomatic negotiations.

America’s downfall in Vietnam was the result of our opposition. The Viet Cong were not traditional fighting forces, nor are the terrorists and insurgents in Iraq. The Viet Cong and terrorists are not a nation, rather a group of people bound together by one common goal. They blend in with the native population, use guerilla tactics, and are more than willing to sacrifice their lives. Their ideology and common purpose lives on no matter who dies or how many cities are controlled, passing discretely from person to person. There is no “winning” a war against these types of groups. As shown with the policy of attrition in Vietnam; no matter how many terrorists you kill, how many training camps are destroyed, how many leaders you capture, their purpose and resolve still lives on. America lost a war in Vietnam for this very reason, and America cannot win a war against insurgents or terrorists in Iraq.

We can prevent bombings, but we cannot destroy their purpose or will. Our presence in Iraq produces animosity towards Americans, for every terrorist we kill; his son and five more devote their life to “Allah’s cause.” Staying in Iraq is continuing a war that we cannot win, therefore, the purpose in Iraq should be to transfer over security to the Iraqis themselves, and the ISF can defer the insurgent resolve, while we cannot.

The three remaining candidates for the 2008 presidential election all have different policies for the future in Iraq.

Obama and Clinton favor quick, ordered withdrawal; while McCain inclines to remain in Iraq. Basically, your choice in candidate will decide America’s future in Iraq. I hope voters will take into account all factors for and against leaving Iraq, there is paradox in both options but one must be made. No one wants to remain in Iraq, no one wishes to watch young Americans come home in coffins, and no one wants to spend billions of dollars on a seemingly pointless war. Whether or not we like it, we are involved in Iraq. We have placed ourselves in a position of commitment and we must fulfill our obligations to ourselves and to the region we invaded, contrary to our actions in Vietnam. Our commitment is to remain in Iraq until the Iraqi government is able to take over security responsibilities. Learning from historical mistakes, the one thing we cannot do is let public opposition force a rushed withdrawal from Iraq. If we do, we leave a load of problems behind but we create even more for the future, ones which we will have to face eventually. Prematurely leaving Iraq with create turmoil and chaos for the Iraqi government and for all of the Middle East, and make Iraq more susceptible to invasion; we cannot have another Fall of Saigon, rather a “Fall of Baghdad.”

In March 1975 the North Vietnamese launched their final offensive into defenseless South Vietnam. President Ford asked Congress for additional funding to aid; Congress refused. If we should leave Iraq, and they should need assistance, we must not refuse, for history tells us only worse things are to come.

Many Americans [and I] wish to see our troops come home. But rushing out of Iraq in “30 days” will only create more problems for the future; this should not selfishly be only about Americans, for we should consider the people we leave behind; especially the children subjected to radical ideology.

I implore of Americans to not let their animosity force an exit from the Iraqi stage before our last line has been spoken, and our last obligation fulfilled.

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An Obama presidency

Change or more of the same?

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hile John McCain is now the pre- lion war debt, the 700,000 dead sumptive Republican nominee, it Iraqis plus the 4 million disseems now that Barack Obama has clinched placed ones, and the 4,000 killed Democratic nomination. The chessboard troops? Is five years really not for the White that much time?

House has now Of course, for someone who been set. voted to continue funding the But instead of “war,” I’m not surprised at all. the traditional Obama would also like to white vs. black increase national defense spendgame, I only see ing and add about 100,000 gray. additional troops to combat the Shahrum Ali Hawkeye staff Obama has growing threat of “terrorism”. long gone President Bush has shown us through this an excellent example of how campaign with his message of “change,” wonderfully that has worked. something the American people are all “No president should ever hesiready and willing for. tate to use force – unilaterally if But what exactly does the senator plan necessary,” Obama says, not only to change? Healthcare? Not really, the “to protect ourselves . . . when we Democratic frontrunners want the health- are attacked,” but also to protect care system paid for by business enter- “our vital interests” when they prise. are “imminently threatened.”

Education? All three of them are supIt slightly sickens me to hear ported by the NEA, which equals no those words and then the hypochange. Iraq? Iran? Israel? In fact, Obama’s critical message of “change.” “change” message is about as baseless as But what is the backbone of the Bush running for a third term.

Obama candidacy? Who exactly President Bush’s “war on terror” has are his advisors and contribuplagued the world for the last seven years, tors? Why none other than Wall in a futile effort to wage a war against a Street and neoconservatives. tactic.

According to a New York Times Iraq and Afghanistan have been thor- article, two thirds of Obama’s oughly destroyed in the process. “There money came from Wall Street must be no safe-haven for those who threat- last year. And yet, we are led on en America. My strategy will be to build up to believe that it is a grassroots our capacity and our partnerships to track campaign and that the youth are down, capture, or kill terrorists around the main contributors? Just this the world.” One would expect that quote February about 2.5 million was to come from the President. In fact, it was hauled in from lobbyists to Obama’s camnot Geroge Bush who said that, but Barack paign. “Washington lobbyists haven’t fundObama. That quote was used in part for ed my campaign” he says, “they won’t run his plans for a military assault of Pakistan, my White House, and they will not drown if he becomes president. According to out the voices of working Americans when Obama, if there was intelligence of “ter- I am president.” rorists” in Pakistan, and Musharaff was Can such a heavy statement be made, unwilling to act, he while running would use military counter to the force to intervene, Obama’s advisors aren’t exactly the definition of change facts? which, for those either. Not only that, but they are responsible for violence Obama’s adviand turmoil throughout the world. who don’t know, is sors aren’t exactly illegal under interthe definition of national law. change either. Not Intelligence…invasion…sound familiar? only that, but they are responsible for vioTo me, that doesn’t sound like “change.” lence and turmoil throughout the world.

And who would they be looking for anyUntil very recently, one of Obama’s top way? Osama bin Laden has long been advisors was Zbigniew Brzezinski, who dead. According to Benazir Bhutto in a was responsible for the situation in the BBC interview last October, Bin Laden Middle East since the ’80s. had been murdered by a man named Omar Anthony Lake is another Obama advisor.

Sheikh. She was assassinated later that He was responsible for the U.S. invasion of December. Unfortunately, that part of Haiti which produced an increase in malthe interview was censored by the BBC nutrition deaths among Haitians, and the and, strangely enough, hasn’t found its way on-going political disaster in Haiti. into America’s “mainstream.” The original Dennis Ross, who advised both Bushes version is still available on the sites like and Clinton, is the main force in the YouTube. I have yet to hear Obama men- Palestine/Israel policy. He was the one tion any of this. who came up with the policy that the interOn the Iraq “war”, Obama’s rhetoric indi- national rights of the Palestinians must cates bringing the troops home, vaguely be restricted in order for the Israeli govsaying how and when. In fact, in one of the ernment to follow its desires; basically to presidential debates the candidates were expand and do whatever they wanted in asked if, then and there, they would pledge Occupied Territory. Interestingly enough, to bring the troops home within five years. Ross lead a political attack on President While other candidates had no problem Carter about the Israel policy. with a firm commitment [Dennis Kucinich Why? even had legislation to bring them home in Because Carter was bold as to agree with a short time of two months] the three Bishop Desmond Tutu of South Africa frontrunners could not agree to do so, that what Israel was doing in the Occupied defending themselves by saying things like Territories was the same as apartheid “I don’t want to make promises not know- [crimes against humanity]. ing the situation” or “it is difficult to know Change…really? From a guy whose served what we’re going to be inheriting.” under the past three presidents? These are Naturally, this is political rhetoric as the same fundamental polices that have usual. been dominant since the ’50s. We cling But did Obama consider the $3 tril- and brag about our rights, but yet, when a

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whole people are denied their international rights, we turn a blind eye. An apparently, so does Senator Obama.

I don’t know much about being a “Democrat” or “Republican.” What I can understand is who has the best record and past to be the best president.

For example, I can understand that Obama is on Judicial Watch’s “Ten Most Wanted Corrupt Politicians” for 2007.

Obama’s past reveals suspicious real estate dealings, suspicious stock purchasing, and violating federal law. Hilary Clinton took the gold by being the number one corrupt politician of 2007, for not releasing her official White House records, Ethics Complaint about financial disclosures, and her top contributor being part of the Ponzi scheme. Of course, full details can be found on the Internet.

So tell me America, were you aware of this while voting?

Are you really that ready for a corrupt politician to take the highest office in the United States?

John McCain may not be corrupt in that sense, but his policies clearly are detestable. Who is ready for 100 more years of war? You… the Iraqis… the Soldiers? And how does McCain plan to pay for the war in this economic downtime? Raise Taxes?

Borrow from China, thereby strengthening them, weakening the U.S., and adding trillions of dollars of more debt?

Rightly so, critics see him nothing more than a third term of the Bush administration. It seems, as one reporter put it, these two parties are nothing more than the opposite wings of the same bird.

My support from the beginning has been for Congressman Ron Paul. He has been in Congress for 20 years, giving him plenty of experience and judgment (as Clinton and Obama put it.)

He is also a doctor by profession, and thus knows understands the healthcare system and how to fix it. He understands

the economy and foreign affairs, serving on both of the committees in Congress.

He has military experience, having previously served in the U.S. Air Force and.

He’s never voted to raise taxes, advocated limited government, and is agiast the war in Iraq, having voted agaist it.

He is also the only candidate who wants to bring the troops home immediately. As President, he would push for a free market, ending the war in Iraq, end failed war on drugs, and reduce the size of the government.

His 20 year voting record, unlike Obama’s or Clinton’s, actually proves he would do the things he says. His grassroots following is incredible, having once raised more than six million dollars in a single day [with no lobbyists in sight]. He wants to restore diplomacy to foreign affairs, rather then threaten everybody with force or subsidizing them with money.

If Ron Paul hadn’t been advocating restoring diplomacy with countries Iran form the beginning, I just might have congratulated Senator Obama for mimicking him. It doesn’t seem any of that matters anymore though.

I personally blame the media for all this Obama hype. As Mike Gravel put it, Obama is nothing more than an actor: “He lets you figure out where the change is. So it’s like an actor. What does an actor do?

He gives you a scene, and you read into it what the scene means to you. And that’s what he’s doing. And that terrible, because what you read into it isn’t what’s gonna happen.”

So while we close in on Election Day, we can choose between a globalist, Bush like Republican and a globalist, Bush like Democrat. Choose well America.

Until then, my Ron Paul sign will be firmly placed in my yard for the next four years.

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Letter to the Editor

the principal’s corner

Congratulations to the class of 2008 T o our graduating seniors, let me congratulate each of you on a job well done. You have accomplished so much in your four years here and each of you who are walking across the stage on June 12 deserve recognition for what you have done.

Passing all of Greg Schwab your required Principal classes, meeting standard on the WASL or one of the other state approved options, completing Senior Project, and adding a 4th year of English and another semester of Social Studies.

I am sure there are other things that you have had to complete that I am missing, but suffice it to say, you have had may hurdles to clear in getting to graduation and you have

made it.

I want to wish each of you the best in whatever life holds for you. Whether it be college, trade school, military service, or work, please know that we wish you luck and good fortune.

“Say thank you to that one staff member who went the extra mile for you, who spent extra time to help you get your homework done or to pass that important test. Say thank you to that staff member who advocated for you when you needed someone in your corner.”

You have made your mark here at MTHS and now it is time for you to leave us and make an even bigger mark on the world.

You are each capable of so much and I, for one, am proud to have known you and had a chance to work with you as your Principal.

Please also take a moment to thank your teachers. They have spent countless hours preparing lessons, grading papers, and doing their level best to help you succeed in their classes.

I have always been a big proponent of showing gratitude to those who have had an impact on me and I encourage you to do the same.

Say thank you to that one staff member who went the extra mile for you, who spent extra time to help you get your homework done or to pass that important test.

Say thank you to that staff member who advocated for you when you needed someone in your corner.

Also, thank your parents, they have been there for you as parents should, but still take time to thank them. They are your biggest fans, and your biggest supporters.

So give them a hug.

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a word from your asb officers

Finish off the year strong you’ll miss out! If you have ordered one, you will receive it on Friday, June 6. ey everyone! I’m sure you’re all dying for school to “I’m sure all you Senior Awards night will be held on Monday, June 9 at 7 p.m. in the be out by now, but there are still a few events com- seniors are excited, Theater, and Graduation is only three days later! but there are still ing up before summer.

I’m sure all you seniors are excited, but there are still finals to preSome of those are Campus finals to prepare for, pare for, which are on June 9 and 10 for seniors, so don’t shut down Day, June 6, Senior Awards which are on June 9 yet.

Night, June 9, the Moving Up and 10 for seniors, There is a Graduation Commencement Rehearsal at Edmonds Assembly, June 11, and for so don’t shut down Stadium on June 11; seniors must attend in order to attend yet.” seniors, Graduation, June 12.

Graduation, so don’t forget! Also, make sure to go to the ASB Office Campus Day is coming fast, to sign up for seating at graduation before 2 p.m. on June 11. and if you haven’t ordered a yearbook yet, make sure you get it done. They are on I know you can’t wait for summer, but finals are coming up! a first come, first serve basis, so hurry up and get For underclassmen they will take place on June 16 and 17.

Whitney Gretch ASB Officer Make sure to get your grades up and study while you your money in to Room 108.

There are less than 70 left, so do it now or still have time. Have a great rest of the year!

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School’s out

HAKAS from Dominique Dear Editor: School’s out! Well, sort of.

It was pretty stressful this year. I’d heard that sophomore year was one of the hardest years but geez! They could’ve put a little more weight to those warnings. I shouldn’t complain though.

Some of my friends do so much more than I do, with three to four extracurriculars, AP classes, a life, and keeping their cool no matter what; I really respect them for that. I’m gonna miss you girls!

I have to say that I’m not sorry this year is over though. Three deaths of students and alumni this year piled quite a bit weight on the student bodies shoulder’s. A long vacation having nothing to do with school is needed and well deserved for most of the students of MTHS, I’m sure.

So, I’ll close this letter with a yearbook cliche: HAKAS! Seriously.

Dominique Bishop sophomore

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Hawk Talk Q: What are your summer plans to get you ready for the next year?

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SECRET.”

“I’m going to move out of my house, live with friends and, go to community college.”

“Review AP chem books, work, work on Web site, contract students, come back to clean the classroom.”

“I’m going to travel Europe and live in Spain this summer. So I’m not doing a lot to prepare. I guess I’ll just be practicing Spanish.”

“Pretty much just going to find a job to help pay for college and keep working out. In the fall I will try out for a semipro football team.”

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“Noises Off”

A British comedy of a play within a play

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Alan Garcia as Gary Lejeune and Annie Hogan as Brooke Ashton peforming in the British comedy, “Noises Off.”

By Kathryn Goddard Hawkeye staff

continues to fight backstage. In the second act, Gabe Much also gave an inexplicable cameo appearance as a policeman.

Well choreographed, the second act is full of physical humor, rather then funny lines. One moment the characters are trying to kill each other with an axe, sardines are being dumped on Dotty’s head, or Garry is falling down a set of stairs due to his shoes being tied together.

Drama instructor Jeannie Brzovic did an amazing job directing “Noises Off.” Timing is intricate and highly vital to the play. With nine doors constantly opening and closing, with just as many people running around and interacting with each other, it’s easy to imagine that if one person’s timing was slightly off, it could throw off the entire play.

The actors and actresses handled this extremely well, as everything appeared to flow quite smoothly.

By the third act the audience is in for some major laughs.

The act takes place once from the audience’s point of view, except this time it’s not a rehearsal, but the actual performance.

Everything that could possibly goes wrong does.

There seems to be no hope in sight, as people are missing entrances, doors are breaking, plates of sardines are flying, people who aren’t supposed to be there end up on stage, and at times they are even forced to abandon the script altogether. Each individual character is extremely dynamic and unique, and that comes out terrifically in this act.

The actions and expressions of the actors are priceless. All things that were learned about the characters in the first two acts come into play as they try to deal with this madness.

“Noises Off ” was a delightful experience, definitely one of MTHS’s finer performances. Perfectly put together, “Noises Off ” was a great few hours of quality humor, leaving the audience feeling good.

A production that should have not been missed by anyone, surely it leaves an eager anticipation for drama productions to come. /Hawkeye

Vanessa Chea

The MTHS Drama Department put on yet another fantastic performance two weeks ago: a comedy titled “Noises Off.” Written by Michael Fran in 1982, the play progresses through three acts, each seeming to be more hilarious than the one before.

In the first act, which takes place in England, the audience finds themselves watching the dress rehearsal of a play the day before its opening. Michael Ward portrays Lloyd Dallas, the director of the play “Nothing On.” The play has a very personal feel to it, as if the audience was right there at the rehearsal. This initially comes about when the audience is first introduced to Lloyd as he stands up from amongst the audience.

Extremely anxious and attempting to maintain some order in this rehearsal, he yells at an actress when she neglects to remember to leave a plate of sardines on the table. This actress is Dotty Otley, whom Lauren Woodyard gives an incredible performance playing.

This theatre company is highly dysfunctional, to say the least. The group has trouble getting through the rehearsal due to the fact that it’s hard to overcome even the simplest tasks, from Dotty’s sardine issue to doors not being able to open and close, continuing on and on.

Also embodying this dysfunction is the troupe’s infamous drunk, Selsdon Mowbray, who is impeccably portrayed by Shelby Bennet. Selsdon is quite often passed out, and when he eventually does make it to the stage his character brings out many laughs with his incomprehensible comments.

The audience is also introduced to Frederick Fellows, charmingly played by Alex Ramsey. Frederick is an insecure actor, and quite inquisitive. Fellows is also prone to bloody noses at any and all sights of violence. Therefore, quite often is he plagued with them, making for many instances of comedic relief.

Heather Siddiqui is also incredibly convincing in the role of Belinda Blair. Belinda seems to know everything that is going on. Whether it’s looking out for Frederick, or calming down Lloyd, Belinda tries to take care of those around her, assuming a motherly type of role.

Annie Hogan could not have been more perfect choice in portraying Brooke Ashton, the oblivious beauty who is nearly clueless to all the confusion on set. She has a knack for loosing her contact lens, which often further hinders the progression of the play. Garry Lejeune, played by Alan Garcia, has a romantic relationship with Dotty and is Brooke’s on stage love interest, constantly unintentionally adding crude humor with his lines.

Two of the most lovable characters also emerge in the first act. Nick Terry as the magnificent Tim Allgood the Stage Manager. Although more considered as a slave to Lloyd, he quite often provides comic relief through the situations he is placed in.

Christina Ramirez sells the part of Poppy NortonTaylor perfectly. Poppy is the Assistant Stage Manager, and is constantly either fixing a broken window, tracking down Selsdon, or entertaining Lloyd’s rants.

In the second act, the characters become more in-depth as it is shown what they act like behind stage. The set is flipped around, revealing what is really going on behind stage as the play is being performed on opening night. Certain things revealed about the characters come to play in this act.

Garry and Dotty’s relationship is in a fit, due to Garry’s overbearing personality as a boyfriend, and Dotty’s attempts at making him jealous by using Frederick. This helps initiate some of the tension and fighting going on backstage.

Lloyd attempts to please his actors, as they grow more and more frustrated thoughout the act. The first of these is Brooke when she refuses to go onstage. Lloyd sends Tim to get some flowers for her, as well as hold a bottle of alcohol for him.

This proves unsuccessful as Poppy ends up mistaking the flowers for her own, and the alcohol ends up in the hands of Selsdon. When Brooke finally comes out, she begins to lie down and do breathing exercises while everyone

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5th Ave. Awards Terrace performances nominated for ‘Godspell’

By Robina Hamman A&E Editor

The 5th Avenue Awards is an annual event designed to honor local high school musical theatre students in a Tony Awards fashion.

This year is the sixth year of the annual event.

For the 2008 and 2009 school year, Mountlake Terrace has been nominated in two categories, Outstanding Music Direction for “Godspell” and Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role with the nominee being Rebecca Dumanis as Rebecca in “Godspell.”

“Godspell” was the secondto-last play of the school based on the book of St. Matthew from the Bible.

The musical was writen

by John Michael Tebelak and Stephen Schwartz.

According to a press release from the 5th Avenue Theatre, the awards will be taking place at Benaroya Hall this year, Monday, June 9 at 7 p.m.

The event is usually

held at the 5th Avenue Theatre; however, the stage is currently under construction for an upcoming musical.

This awards program helps make it possible for students who participate in drama at their school to gather with other such students who live in various other parts of Washington to share their experiences.

The students are also rewarded for their hard work in the musicals that they have been putting on throughout the school year, in a similar fashion to the sport banquets that are thrown for athletes at MTHS. Nominated students and schools will be performing routines from their shows so that the students can get a taste of what it is like to perform in a packed house.

There will also be some high-profile politicians and arts and media personalities to present awards and show their support for school art programs.

West Side Story

The Concert

By Robina Hamman A&E Editor

We are all familiar with the romantic, yet tragic story of Romeo and Juliet and that it has been around for many a year.

Then, back in 1961 the story was given an update to fit the new times when it came out on VHS as a musical.

Instead of two different families, there were two gangs (The Jets and The Sharks) and the story took place in the streets of New York City verses the dirt and cobble stone streets of England.

Romeo and Juliet are renamed as Tony and Maria. Instead of meeting at a masquarde, the two parties meet at a school dance in the gym of the school.

Now, for those of you that enjoy viewing the various versions of Romeo and Juliet, the West Side Story will be in

town at the Edmonds Center for the Arts on Saturday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, June 15 at 3:30 p.m., according to a press release.

Frank DeMiero of Sno-King Community Chorale will conduct the musical, the music is by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics are by Stephen Sondheim, and Jazz 1 will be performing as well, conducted by Darin Faul. Also featured will be the Barney McClure Trio featuring the long-time Northwest jazz pianist.

W. Joe DeMiero (MTHS ’01) is a guest artist in the performace as Tony. Tickets Image courtesy of allposters.com are $15 for adults and $13 for seniors and students.

To order tickets you can go to www. sno-kingchorale.org or call either of these two numbers: (425) 673-1242 or (425) 771-2874.

Summer Movies What’s hot this summer in the theaters

By Brendan Moran Co-Health Editor “The Incredible Hulk” (June 13)

See the trailer at: incrediblehulk.marvel.com/ Contrary to popular belief, this movie is not a sequel to the 2003 release, “The Hulk.” Although it was originally intended to be, it was rewritten when Edward Norton (“Fight Club”) was signed to play Bruce Banner, the main character in the Hulk story. If you’re not familiar with the background of the well-known Marvel comic, he’s the scientist who gets big and fierce and green when he gets mad.

This new story opens with Bruce Banner leading a quiet life in South America, hiding from the U.S. military who considers the beast within him their property. His history is told through flashbacks while the presenttense portion of the story focuses on Bruce’s search for a cure to his condition. While he is doing so, his hiding location is discovered, and within the first half hour of the film he is on the run again. To add to all this, a new and perhaps more hulky form of the Hulk (called “The Abomination”) is on the loose and Banner is the only one who can stop him.

Hot or Not: Hot. Expect high action and excellent casting.

“The Dark Knight” (July 18)

See the trailer at: thedarkknight.warnerbros.com/ The anticipated sequel to the excellent “Batman Begins,” with Christian Bale still playing the part of Bruce Wayne (Batman). In actuality, this is more a remake of the 1989 Batman starring Heath Ledger as the insane and infamous villain, the Joker.

In line with the previous films, “The

Dark Knight” begins with Batman bringing down organized crime in Gotham city with the help of trusty police Lt. James Gordon.

Soon, however, both crime-fighters are confronted with the threat of a rising psychopathic criminal mastermind… The Joker. A heroic, destructive battle ensues.

Hot or Not: Hot. The last movie was more than just great, and this one is fixing up to be even better. Sir Michael Cane, who plays Bruce’s trusty butler Alfred, even says that Ledger outdoes Nicholson as the Joker… that should be all you need to hear.

“The Pineapple Express”(August 6)

See the trailer at: www.ridetheexpress.com/ Seth Rogen has really made a name for himself in Hollywood as both an acclaimed actor and writer in comedy smash-hits like “Superbad” and “Knocked Up.” Following in the tradition of riotous adult humor comes “The Pineapple Express.”

Opening with Dale Denton (Rogen) as the stereotypical stoner-slacker who drives a beat up car, this movie at first seems like it will unfold into the cultclassic, plotless “Dazed and Confused” archetype. The direction is quickly averted, however, when Dale witnesses a murder at the hands of a police officer. On a paranoid break from the law, Denton rounds up his drug dealer friend Saul Silver (who distributes the type of marijuana from which this movie takes its name) and hits the road.

Hot or Not: Very Hot. The trailer offers more laughs than many entire films, and that is just what we’ve come to expect from Rogen’s comedic genius.

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David

By Colin Diltz Photo Editor

When seeing the previews for this movie only one thought came to mind.

Will this be a horrible sequel, which is produced solely to get a profit? Will the movie just be all hype? These questions were answered. The hype for this movie understates how much I enjoyed the fourth Indiana Jones movie.

Harrison Ford, who plays Indiana Jones, shows his age in a tasteful way that allows the movie to flow smoothly.

Although during some scenes it is quite apparent that it is a stuntman performing instead of Ford. However, those mistakes don’t detract from the movie because the story and the action are what really push this movie over the top. The special effects aren’t overdone; well, maybe except for the weird alien element that is added at the end.

It was also nice to see the details added to the movie, such as a native species of ants in the jungle fight scene. The ants truly seemed like they were natural and that is something that seems to be lacking in most movies. The fact that the director was able to make the settings seem natural is what makes the movie even more realistic.

There was also a lot of humor that seems to be added to action movies these days. The humor shared between the characters is reminiscent of the

recently departed Sci-Fi television series, “Stargate SG-1.” It is rough and straight to the point and people from both ends of the spectrum can understand it.

Some things such as the atom bomb scene are a little over done, but that scene alone isn’t enough to be a reason to not see the movie. In fact that scene if anything shows how Indiana Jones uses his intuition to survive a variety of bizarre and dangerous positions that he finds himself getting into.

Courtesy of http://movies.yahoo.com/

By David Clark Hawkeye staff

Harrison Ford performs well as the aged Indiana Jones in the famed adventurer’s new sequel, “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.” The archaeologist returns for one last fight against yet another totalitarian plight.

Immediately into the first scene, we find Indiana kidnapped by Irina Spalko and her Soviet posse, illegally intruding into a government base after a mystic

treasure and The Crystal Skull. From here, Jones becomes deeply involved in a story rich with Central American mythology and folklore with a secondary theme of space and alien communication. It felt like a genuine Indiana Jones movie despite its harsh critics.

Certain props and computer animated effects were rather ridiculous but overthe-top intensity is a trademark of not only the series, but action films in general. A movie is something that should allow us to exit from the vein of reality and enjoy ourselves in a more fantastic world. By downplaying the various exploits of a film you degrade a product that only a handful of people have the ability to sit down, create, and edit.

On a similar note, why is there such a big problem with not subtitling the Soviets? Sure, there is the argument that it downplays their characters, but their characters are not the main focus of the film. There’s no reason to break the proscenium when Indiana himself doesn’t understand Russian. Harrison Ford’s age has also been a point of conflict among critics of the film. This is really an invalid argument when you consider the fact that he not only dieted rigorously but exercised profusely so that he could be in peak physical condition and perform his own stunts. Jones himself perhaps said it best regarding his capacity in Raiders of the Lost Ark: “it’s not the years, it’s the mileage.”

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Return to Forever @ Paramount Theatre 7:30 p.m.

Senior Awards Night @ the Terraceum 7p.m.

Drama Awrads @ Benaroya Hall 7p.m.

Black Angels @ Neumo’s 8p.m.

The Almost @ El Corazon 7p.m.

The Album Leaf @ Triple Door 9:30p.m.

Westside Story Concert @ Edmonds Performings Arts Centre 7p.m.

Westside Story Concert @ Edmonds Performings Arts Centre 3p.m. Matinee

Mandolin Magic @ Wade James Theatre 8p.m.

Theory of a Deadman @ the Showbox SoDo 8p.m.

Snoop Dogg @ the Showbox SoDo 8:30p.m.

Xperience @ Chop Suey 8p.m.

Above and Beyond @ the Showbox Market 8p.m.

Xperience @ Chop Suey 8p.m.

Karin Allyson @ Jazz Alley 7:30p.m.

Destroying Everything @ Funhouse 9:30p.m.

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Mose Allison and Larry Coryell @ Jazz Alley 9:30p.m.

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Last Day of School

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The Broken West @ Neumo’s 8p.m.

Mose Allison and Larry Coryell @ Jazz Alley 9:30p.m.

Mose Allison and Larry Coryell @ Jazz Alley 9:30p.m.

The Condition @ Mars Bar/Cafe Venus 9p.m.

Earth, Wind and Fire @ Chateau Ste. Michelle 7p.m.

Billy Idol @ Paramount Theatre 7:30p.m.

George Micheal @ KeyArena 8p.m.

B.B. King @ Chateau Ste.Michelle 7p.m.

Marmot vs. Mammoth @ Mars Bar/Cafe Venus 9p.m.

Meet Revolver @ Triple Door 7:30p.m.

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Senior Snapshot

Megan Runkel

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oreign language students know that learning a new language is not an easy task. Yet, passing a standardized exam in a new language is even a more impressive feat. Then let us applaud Minjee Beteerel who has passed the WASL only after residing in the United States for one and half year.

Bateerel and her family moved from Mongolia to United States in December 2006. While attending school in Mongolia, Batereel took two years of English. But textbook knowledge did not aid her much in the U.S. “[My] hardest class was marketing,” because she couldn’t understand all content of the textbook.

Like with other seniors, Bateerel had to pass Reading, Math, and Writing subjects in WASL in order to graduate.

In the intermediate ELL class, Minjee studied each subject one-on-one with teachers. The students in ELL studied curriculum from grade 6 to 11 in one year.

She plans to attend either Edmonds Community College or Shoreline Community College. She dreams of becoming a makeup artist.

Minjee Bateerel

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egan Runkel has been extensively active since the start of high school. Runkel has been in both varsity level softball and soccer for all 4 years of her years here at Mountlake Terrace.

In softball Runkel achieved 2nd in state WesCo two times as well as earning coaches award and in soccer receiving honorable mention. Runkel also became captain of both varsity teams.

Academically Runkel took college in high school Spanish and AP Euro junior year on top of being heavily involved in TATU [Teens Against Tobacco Use]. During her senior year Runkel served as class Vice president and received student of the month and recently student of the year award.

Outside of school Runkel has completed 360 community service hours as a leader at Wyldelife children’s camp. Runkel has also been very artistic inside and outside of school. Runkel submitted art to the Edmonds Art Festival and created a bronze cast stein of the Runkel family crest for her senior project. After Graduation Runkel plansto go to Western Washington University.

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annah Borcherdt is involved in many things, including swimming, Bible Study, and AP classes.

She has also been a life guard since her freshmen year and works as one at the Terrace Pavilion. In addition, Borcherdt is part of her Church’s youth group. In fact, her senior project was planning and participating in church events.

“I really enjoyed the swim team and the strong friendships I’ve made,” Borcherdt said. “French class was my favorite. I really enjoyed Ms. Monrad.”

She plans to go to Edmonds Community College and then later to Seattle Pacific University. Her interests

include Literature and International Relations, which she plans to major in. This summer, she plans to go to South Africa for a missionary internship for two months.

“That’s the most exciting thing for me right now,” she said. “Maybe I’ll be a full missionary someday. I also want to travel a lot.”

She emphasizes that the thing that defines her is her Christian faith. “My life revolves around that,” she said.

“The decisions that I make are influenced by my faith in Jesus Christ.”

Hannah Borcherdt

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laisdell has been involved with drama all four years of high school and had many leading characters. His first role was the prince in Cinderella, his freshman year.

He actually received his first kiss during that production.

Blaisdell’s favorite character that he played in high school is the Chairman in The Mystery of Edwin Drood.

He also has been in a number of musical groups.

Blaisdell has been in Dynamics Jazz Chior since his sophomore year and has had numerous solos. This year, he and three other students started a barbershop quartet called, Fat Tony and the True Tones, which recently dissolved.

Outside of school, he is also in his churches worship team, singing, and playing guitar. He was in the Cascade Youth Symphony, Seattle Children’s Choir this year and takes viola and voice lessons.

Besides being very musically talented, he scored a 2150 on the SAT and an average of 4.5 out of 5 on his last four A.P. tests. His favorite A.P. course was A.P. Physics wth Gil Como.

This fall Blaisdell will be attending Central Washington University and in ten years he wants to teach and develop an award-winning high school choir.

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Matt Beeninga

att Beeninga is super student, who has academic, athletic, and musical achievements to boast.

Beeninga has played in the Mountlake Terrace High School basketball team, in his first year in the freshman team, then later in varsity in his sophomore, junior, and senior year. He also ran on the cross-country and track.

Beeninga was one of the co-captains for three sports in his junior and senior year. And Beeninga also sang in Dynamics, MTHS’s audition-required jazz choir in his junior and senior year.

But don’t underestimate his abilities as an intellectual.

While pursuing all these activities, Beeninga has also maintained an impressive GPA of 4.0, which includes A’s from AP classes, too. He was awarded student of the Month in the month of October and received the math department award at the Senior Award Night.

That’s not all he did in the short period of four years.

Beeninga also served as the student advisor to the Edmonds School District Board; during the meetings, he would give his opinion on issues concerning students.

He will attend University of Washington, where he plans to study business.

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Heather Siddiqui

eather Siddiqui is hugely involved in school and extracurricular activates. She is in plays, choir, is a Link Leader, AP student, and took dance lessons. Outside of school, Siddiqui is a constant activist. She has protested against torture, the Iraq War, and the Bush administration.

“My time at Terrace was an overall good experience,” Siddiqui said. “I really dug my school, Renaissance.”

Among her many accomplishments, Siddiqui placed in the top ten percent monologue for the Plan Society Acting Competition. Next year, Siddiqui plans to go to Western on a multi-cultural scholarship. She plans to get her Bachelors Degree and perhaps her Masters Degree. After that, she plans to do relief work after that in Uganda.

Siddiqui is particularly interested in environmental sciences as well, but does not know if tat will be her major. She said, “Music and Drama will be part of my college life.”

Sara Suryan

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ara Suryan is quite the activist. Not only is she heavily involved in political activism [especially with the League of Women Voters], she also attends rallies almost weekly. Suryan has also been involved in many other activities as well. These include working at a child day care after school, ASB Treasurer, photography, volleyball, and even coaching a volleyball team at the Boys and Girls Club.

Two works of hers will be in the Edmonds Art Festival; a black and white photograph that was jury selected and the other was an oil painting of a picture she took while on a trip with her A.P European History class of a house in Vienna. The oil painting was school selected.

Suryan will be attending Reed College next fall to most likely study Political Science and Anthropology.

After graduating from Reed, Suryan considers joining the Peace Corps and then starting a career at the World Health Organization or Unicef.

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Jordan Locke

ordan Locke has a dream, a dream to be a computer net worker.

For his senior project he made computer networks for his house and Evergreen Electric. Next fall he will be attending the University of Washington for their computer software and systems program.

He is currently working with an Information Technology company called Zypes. In ten years, Locke wants to be working in a Corporate Computer Company, working with servers and large scale networks.

His freshmen and sophomore years he was on the wrestling team at Terrace. Locke didn’t wrestle his last two years in high school because it, “wasn’t helping [his] grades” Like many students he wasn’t motivated. Now, he said, “ I am planning on taking calculus again next year. I want to master it.”

Locke’s adopted brother, Ivan Woods, died from cancer last November. After Woods was gone, it was hard for him. He was, “trying to go to school and just do the best I can.” To those he is leaving behind at MTHS, he said, “If you’re having a struggle, don’t give up because you will have tragedies but it will be better in the end.”

Jordan Locke wants to be remembered as “someone who is motivated to succeed, had a positive attitude, worked hard [and] didn’t throw in the towel.”

Graduating

Jonathan Cafino Adams . DigiPen Institute of Technology • Justin Cafino Adams .

DigiPen Institute of Technology • Yousef Aggoune . Western Washington University • John W. Allen . Washington State University • Kelsi Lynn Arquette . Western Washington University • Alfredo Arreola . Edmonds Community College • David Konstantin Arzumanov . Edmonds Community College • Alaura Adair Ayers . Gary Manuel Aveda Institute • Jennifer Kayne Babcock . Shoreline Community College • Lisa Bao . Western Washington University • Minjee Batgerel .

Shoreline Community College • Ludmila Noel Baxter . Edmonds Community College • Sydney Nicole Bearchum . Shoreline Community College • Matthew Joel Beeninga . University of Washington • Tigist Fitawok Belay . Shoreline Community College • Jacob Lee Benesh . Edmonds Community College • Jamie Elizabeth Bennett . Central Washington University • Nicholas Robert Berry . Washington State University • Ethan Andrew Bettys . North Seattle Community College • Elisa Biladeau . Washington State University • Nicolai Paul Bilibin . DigiPen Institute of Technology • Sarah Elizabeth Binder . Western Washington University • Elijah Mark Blaisdell . Central Washington University • Robert Jeffrey Blake . Fulltime Employment • Kimberley Ann Bloom .

Undecided • Demi Kathleen Boe . Western Washington University • Zachary Joseph Bopp . University of Washington • Hannah Ruth Borcherdt . Edmonds Community College • Dennin Michael Boseck . Community College • Rhett Francis Bouché . University of Arizona • Rebecca Lynn Boyce . Everest Massage School • Ashley Marie Brooks . MUD Make-up Designory • Truong Dinh Bui .

Edmonds Community College • Joshua Allan Buist . Edmonds Community College • Noelle Whitney Butler .

Edmonds Community College •Cassie Ann Lokélani Cabuag . Community College • Michael David Calkins . Edmonds Community College • Michael Lee Chaney . Full-time Employment • Phillip Cheong . Shoreline Community College • Sarah Marie Christner . Edmonds Community College • Jennifer Yuli Chu . University of Washington • David Scott Clark II . Whatcom Community College • Jessica Clark . Edmonds Community College • Tawni Lisa Clausnitzer . Lake Washington Tech • Renee Cole . Full-time Employment • Blake Andrew Collins . Everett Community College • David Mclean Collins . Central Washington University • David Marcel Cooper . Shoreline Community College • Taylor Clayton Council . Western Washington University • Jessica Ann Counley . Edmonds Community College • Pamela Marie Cremin . Western Washington University • Samantha Alexandrea Crews . Military - Navy • Matthew Brian Crump . Bellevue Community College • Michael David Crump . Washington State University • Corey James Cutrell .

Edmonds Community College • Nathan Robert William Dabling . Edmonds Community College • Megan Taylor Dale . Shoreline Community College • Jake Charles Dalton . Washington State University • Ryan David Danekas .

Edmonds Community College • Sierra Marie Daniels . Shoreline Community College • Sydney Leonor Daquil .

Full-time Employment • Taylor Loretta Daquil . Full-time Employment • Joshua Matthew De Hoff . Community College • Meika Don Dechant . Seattle Central Community College • Ryan Michael Delahunty . Western Washington University • Stephany Karen Dentry . Art Institute of Seattle • Colin Kelley Diltz . Western Washington University • Randy Douglas Dolman . College of the Siskiyous • Enrique J. Dominguez . University of Washington • Nicholas Christian William Drewer . Cascadia Community College • Rebecca Elizabeth Dumanis . Shoreline Community College • Anthony Carl Ellersick • Cascadia Community College • Steven C. Estell . Edmonds Community College • . .

• Saddiqullah Faizi Other • Nathan James Figaniak Full-time Employment • . .

Taylor Finnicum Embry Riddle University • Kelsey Irene Fleetwood Casey .

Cascadia Community College • Kylie Jeanne Flood Western Washington University • .

Ryan Samuel Flyberg Community College • Sean Nicholas Forde . Bellevue Community College • Tyler Benton Frankie . Central Washington University • Marhyan Elise Franzen . Edmonds Community College • Emma Nequette Fritz . Gonzaga University • Jeffrey Edward Frolen . Western Washington University • Alyxandra Fuller . Edmonds Community College • Cesar Garcia . Military - Army • Karina Garcia . Edmonds Community College • Ian James Garrison . Rocky Mountain College • Rose Ann Gentry . Edmonds Community College • Francisco Gonzalez-marquez . Shoreline Community College • Kayla Rose Green . Shoreline Community College • Michayla Janae Greenleaf . Western Washington University • Count Benjamin James Nelson Gregg . Shoreline Community College • Thomas Kenneth Grissom . North Seattle Community College • Joshua Garth Gunderson . Shoreline Community College • Cory Austin Gunn . Edmonds Community College • Abbie Marie Gunnersen . Calvary Chapel Bible College • Elvisa Hajric . Full-time Employment • Cory Evan Hamilton . Full-time Employment • Amberley Rae Hansen . LDS Business College • Aubrey Marie Hansen . LDS Business College • Misty Marie Harless . Full-time Employment • Gregory John Harris . Edmonds Community College • Crystal Marie Hayes . Edmonds Community College • Kiara Nichole Hays . Western Washington University • Craig Robert Heath . Shoreline Community College • Michelle Lynn Heringer . University of Washington • Adrian G. Herrera . Shoreline Community College • Joshua Colt Hiatt .

Undecided • Tyler Patrick Hill . Cascadia Community College • Dorian Davis Hinkle . Edmonds Community College • Katherine Mary Hinson . American University • Richard Wayne Hoeft . Edmonds Community College • Joseph Frank samuel Hoff . University of Washington • Nathan Allen Hoffman . Everett Community College • Annie Rose Hogan . Shoreline Community College • Robert James Holbrook. Edmonds Community College • Jace Ryan Holmlund . Full-time Employment • Noelani Holt . Edmonds Community College • Joseph E. Homavand . Edmonds Community College • Nichole Danielle Hooper . Full-time Employment • Anden Lowell Hormann . Manchester College • Emily Alice Horton . Cascadia Community College • Michael Todd Hover . Central Washington University • Caitlin Jessica Hovick . Edmonds Community College • Christopher Ben Hudson . University of Washington • Angela Charlene Hulbert . Brigham Young University – Idaho • Danielle Marie Hunt . Gary Manuel Aveda Institute • Arielle Sotelo Ignacio . University of Washington • Lindsay Renee Inman . Edmonds Community College • Ryan Lee Ira . Boise State University • Hafizullah Islamjan . Bellevue Community College • Andrew Isaac Jacobson .

University of Washington • Matthew Thomas Jakobsen . Full-time Employment • Keirre Alexandria James . Everett Community College • Jonathan Robert Johannes . Undecided • Kelsey Thresa Johnson . Gene Juar • Melissa Spenser Juergens . Western Washington University • Gagandeep Kaur . Art Institute of Seattle • Meaghan Christine Kemp . Western Washington University • Falicia Ann-Marie Kennedy . Full-time Employment • Wil Kerston . ITT Technical Institute • Aimee Elizabeth Marie Kier . Edmonds Community College • Dae Huy Kim . University of Washington • Sohee Kim . University of Washington • Zachary D King . Edmonds Community College • Devon Kolbeck . Everett Community College • Evan James Koreyasu . Western Washington University • Peter Milkov Krastev . Edmonds Community College • Kelcie Kay Kuhn • Shoreline Community College • Tarik Kunduklija .

North Seattle Community College • Laurelle Nicole LaCasse . Eastern Washington University • Andrew Mckay Larsen . Electrical Apprenticeship • Jazlyan Mae Larsen . Western Washington University • Kam Kristian LauJohnson . Electrical Apprenticeship • Carlos Rafael Lazo . Shoreline Community College • Amanda Sau Jun Lee .

Full-time Employment • Joselyn Mayra Leon . Shoreline Community College • Michaela Dana Lidnin . Edmonds Community College • Sara Nicholette Lindstrom . Undecided • Cameron James Lobb . Community College • Jordan Samuel Locke . University of Washington - Bothell • Elena Lokhmatov . Shoreline Community College • Meagan Arlene Lopez . Full-time Employment • Kyle James Loughrey . Edmonds Community College • Robert Keith Love .

Shoreline Community College • Eric Alden Lundquist . Pacific Lutheran University • Travis Walter Lutz . Edmonds Community College • Lina Ann Luu . Edmonds Community College • Timothy Mark Maass . Seattle Pacific University • Jonathan Florendo Mabilangan . Military – Army • Lisa Thanh Mach . Shoreline Community College •Shannon Elizabeth Magee . Full-time Employment • Bree Martinez . North Seattle Community College • Devin James Martin . Edmonds Community College • Fady Medhat Refaat Massoud . Shoreline Community College • Thomas

Jarrett Mather . Vocational Training • Jericho Eser Jose Maza . Bellevue Community College • Daniel Ross McCabe . Edmonds Community College • Kelsey Lee McClain . Pacific Lutheran University • Tyler Mitchell McDowell .

Shoreline Community College • Stephanie Renee McLauchlan . Western Washington University • Rory Joseph McMahon .

Edmonds Community College • Aaron William McVay . Full-time Employment • Kayla Mathann Medlock . Washington State University • Mahsa Mehrabkhani .

North Seattle Community College • Carissa L. Metzger . Edmonds Community College • Stephen Anthony Miketinas . Edmonds Community College • Spencer Lee Milner .

Western Washington University • Kemle Mogollon . Lake Washington Technical College • Jessyka Marie Molitor . Fulltime Employment • Alexander Joseph Monette . Military – Army • Ryan James Monfiletto . Everett Community College • Christina Theresa Montgomery . Fulltime Employment • Carissa Anne CurmanMoore . Cornell College • Kyle James Morin . Edmonds Community College • Daniel Allen Morse . Edmonds Community College • William Sears Mosman .

Undecided • Curtis M. Mott . Shoreline Community College • Padao Moua .

Shoreline Community College • Darren Kawika Mudaliar . Full-time Employment • Ji Hye Mun . University of Washington • Alasdair Seamus Murray . Edmonds Community College • Rachel Ann Myers . Edmonds Community College • College • Devin James Martin . Edmonds Community College • Fady Medhat Refaat Massoud . Shoreline Community College • Thomas Jarrett Mather .

Vocational Training • Jericho Eser Jose Maza . Bellevue Community College • Daniel Ross McCabe . Edmonds Community College • Kelsey Lee McClain . Pacific Lutheran University •Tyler Mitchell McDowell . Shoreline Community College • Stephanie Renee McLauchlan . Western Washington University • Rory Joseph McMahon .

Edmonds Community College • Aaron William McVay . .Full-time Employment • Kayla Mathann Medlock .

Washington State University • Mahsa Mehrabkhani . North Seattle Community College • Carissa L. Metzger . Edmonds Community College • Stephen Anthony Miketinas . Edmonds Community College • Spencer Lee Milner . Western Washington University • Kemle Mogollon . Lake Washington Technical College • Jessyka Marie Molitor . Full-time Employment • Alexander Joseph Monette . Military – Army • Ryan James Monfiletto . Everett Community College • Christina Theresa Montgomery . Full-time Employment • Carissa Anne Curman-Moore . Cornell College • Kyle James Morin . Edmonds Community College • Daniel Allen Morse . Edmonds Community College • William Sears Mosman . Undecided • Curtis M. Mott . Shoreline Community College • Padao Moua . Shoreline Community College • Darren Kawika Mudaliar . Full-time Employment • Ji Hye Mun . University of Washington • Alasdair Seamus Murray . Edmonds Community College • Rachel Ann Myers . Edmonds Community College • Nima Nassersharif .

Cascadia Community College • Cody Raymond Neal . Ashmead College • Elizabeth Nguyen . Art Institute of Seattle • Jennifer Thi Nguyen . Seattle University • Leslie Ha Nguyen . Shoreline Community College • Rosie Kim Nguyen . North Seattle Community College • Alison Rose Nick . University of Washington-Bothell • Jeffrey Tyler O’Dell . Full-time Employment • Kendra Elizabeth O’Halloran . Western Washington University • Kylie Jean Oakley . Shoreline Community College • Mia Palabrica . University of Washington • Michael Morales Pascual .

Washington State University • Karen Brendali Peña . Edmonds Community College • Anja Lena Pendergraft .

University of Washington • Sergey Petrov . Edmonds School District VOICE Program • Kimberly Phanouvong .

University of Washington - Bothell • Chansotie Rose Phok . University of Washington • Sophia Rae Pingul .

Gonzaga University • Dominic Laurence Plumage . University of Washington • Jonathan James Podosek . Western Washington University • Jordan James Portch . Edmonds Community College • Justin Daniel Prothero . Full-time Employment • Joshua D. Prudnick . Edmonds Community College • Matthew Aaron Prudnick . Edmonds Community College • Sonia Sahar Rahmati . Bellevue Community College • Amandeep Ram . Edmonds Community College • Christina Marie Ramirez . Pacific Lutheran University • Alexander Abraham Ramsey . Shoreline Community College • Kayla Danielle Rash . University of Washington • Joshua Conwell Nelson Ratliff . Central Washington University • Kelsie Christina Raunio . University of Redlands • Alani Jo Rechterman . Shoreline Community College • Michael Red Cloud . Undecided • Nicole Natalie Reddy . Edmonds Community College • Abdur Rehman .

Edmonds Community College • Lindsay Christine Remick . Washington State University • Haley Anne Reutimann .

Montana State University • Blaine William Rismoen . Edmonds Community College • Ethan Randall Robinson .

IBEW Training Program • Ashley Rose Rocchio . Edmonds Community College • Adriana Rocha . Edmonds Community College • Nicholas Zuy-Linh Rock . Edmonds Community College • Megan Elizabeth Runkel . Western Washington University • Gregory Roger Sampaga . Edmonds Community College • Monique Carmela Santillanes .

Edmonds Community College • Danielle Marie Schultze . Bellevue Community College • Timothy Wayne Schultz .

Shoreline Community College • Allana Christine Sheehan . Undecided • Sara Sheikh . Full-time Employment • Jasmine YunMing Shih . Shoreline Community College • Robert James Shoemaker . Washington State University • Brittney Nichelle Shostad . Cascadia Community College • Heather Christina Siddiqui . Western Washington University • Rajneel Shiva Silan . Cascadia Community College • Austin Max Silva . University of Washington • Daisy May Silver . Full-time Employment • Rosemary Ann Silver . Full-time Employment • Ritesh Deepak Singh .

Edmonds Community College • Alayne Barbara Smith . University of Washington • Cari Ruth Smith . Bellevue Community College • Brett Michael Somers . Art Institute of Seattle • Chi Young Song . University of Washington • Kayla Renee Stapleton . University of Washington • Tiffany Marie Starr . Edmonds Community College • Grant David Stearns . Edmonds Community College • Caroline Marie Stedman . Edmonds Community College • Anthony James Stephens . Shoreline Community College • Ashley Ann Curtis-Stewart . University of Puget Sound • Jasmine Marie Stewart . Full-time Employment • Daniel Christopher Stull . Full-time Employment • D’Mari Atese Sughrim . Western Washington University • Sara Marie Suryan . Reed College • Enna Maria Suschik .

Shoreline Community College • Lael Whitney Swanson • University of Washington • Mohibullah Mohammad Syed .

Shoreline Community College • Erin Marie Taylor . Full-time Employment • Lisa Nicole Taylor . Undecided • Jaime Renee Tenhoff . Cascadia Community College • Sara Teshome . Evergreen State College • Jacob Rielly Theis . MLB Draft by the Kansas City Royals • Andrew Cooper Tillman . Edmonds Community College • Jory David Tindall . University of Northern Colorado • Ashley Susan Tomsett . Gary Manuel Aveda Institute • Christian Alexander Tooley . University of the Sciences in Philadelphia • Veronica Joy Topacio . Shoreline Community College • Kyle Mateo Torrescano . Everett Community College • Kayla Eileen Tostberg . Edmonds Community College • Thi Hang Niki Tran . University of Washington - Bothell • Olga Tsaruk .

Lake Washington Technical College • Yuliya Tsaruk . Lake Washington Technical College • Jacob Thomas Tupper . Tulane University • Amanda Rose Turner . Western Washington University • Gage Michael Turner . Electrical Apprenticeship • Robert M. Vanisko . Edmonds Community College • Seila Zulema Villeda . Other • David Edward John Vodegel . West Valley College • Peter Don Walker . Edmonds Community College • Jordan Leslie Wall . Washington State University • Celia Rose Wallace . Edmonds Community College • Benjamin Kenneth Walters . Brigham Young University - Provo • Lennon Alexander Ward . Cascadia Community College • Andrea Elizabeth Watson . University of Washington • Joshua A. Watson . Community College • Kelly Diane Weikart . Shoreline Community College • Christian Vaughn Wells . Western Washington University • Jeffrey Michael Werner . Full-time Employment • Kate Nicole Westmore . University of Washington - Bothell • Haley Margaret Wilson . Shoreline Community College • Lauren Renell Woodyard . Edmonds Community College • David Gerald Wright . Full-time Employment • Chloe Dee Yarbrough . Full-time Employment • Brian Richard Young . Cascadia Community College • Cana Alcye Young . Full-time Employment • Mariam Zakaria .

Edmonds Community College • Kyle Zalud .Cascadia Community College • Jack Zhao .Seattle Central Community College •

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Team 1778 prepares for summer, next year’s plans

By Cassie Soriano Technology Editor

The MTHS’s FIRST Robotics team led a strong year, and now begins to wrap it up and plan for the summer.

In the course of six weeks, the Robotics team not only programmed and fabricated two robots while mentoring Lynnwood High School’s new Robotics team, but both had made it to the championship matches at the Seattle Regional Competition. The purposes of mentoring the LHS Robotics Team 2522 were to broaden the FIRST Robotics community and further involving local schools in the engineering experience. Craig DeVine, Innovation teacher and adviser of the Robotics team, felt that this goal was definitely reached. Even though there were only two members in Team 2522 this year, members of Team 1778 believe that the advisers and staff members have the starting foundation needed to create a great Robotics team.

In 2008 alone, Team 1778 has won the Championship Matches at the Portland and Seattle competition awards, second place in the finals at the Seattle competition, and the Imagery Award. Team 1778 also won the Underwriter’s

Laboratory Safety Award, which position for a “marketing manthey’d previously received at pre- ager” for next year. They’re also vious year’s comholding nominapetition. tions to elect the In 2008 alone, Team 1778 has They have 15 new leaders for won the Championship Matches student members the ‘08-‘09 team.

Team at the Portland and Seattle and seven menDuring the competition awards, second tors who have volyear, Team 1778 place in the finals at the Seattle was involved unteered to help competition, and the Imagery the Team from in the FIRST Award. different comLego League panies and comCompetition; the munity organizaLego League is a tions aside from robotics compeMTHS, including Boeing, Inc and tition for kids ages nine to 14.

Edmonds Community College. Over the summer, Robotics will The Bezos Family Foundation, be working on improving their Intermec, SPEAA, and MTHS team, as well as gathering informasponsor the Robotics team. tion and support for next year. By The Robotics team is plan- going to other schools that have ning to work on is their business, FIRST Robotics teams, Team organizational, planning, recruit- 1778 hopes to learn new methods ing, fund-raisto organize ing, and faband prepare The purposes of mentoring the LHS rication profor next year. cess this com- Robotics Team 2522 were to broaden the They plan to FIRST Robotics community and further ing year. “We stop by busiknow how to involving local schools in the engineering nesses and experience. build robots,” companies to explained gain sponsors DeVine. “But and menwhat we need tors. Also, the is an organization.” Team 1778 is Robotics team will be having a working on increasing their media car wash at Les Schwab Tires to impact and letting the commu- raise money while school is out. nity know what and who Team 1778 is as well. Currently they’re looking for someone to fill the

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Craig DeVine (right), one of the advisers for the Robotics Team 1778, discusses next year’s business plan with Robotics members. Senior Abdur Rehman (left) takes notes to add to their Yahoo group.

Sony’s new High-Definition Television is as thin as three sheets of paper

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At the 2008 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, Sony came packing with one of the most interesting products seen in the show’s 41-year history.

Sony calls it the XEL-1, and it has already launched in both Japan and the United States. The XEL-1 is an 11-inch highdefinition television that not only displays higher quality images than LCD TVs using smaller amounts of energy, but also boasts a thickness of just three millimeters. If that doesn’t impress you, pictures have already been released of a .3 mm screen not yet available on the consumer market. That’s 300 micrometers, about the thickness of three sheets of printer paper stacked atop one another.

What is it that allows such unbelievably small displays to be made? The answer lies within

organic light-emitting diode (OLED) technology.

OLEDs are made up of layers of special organic molecules that conduct electricity between one another. By putting an electrical current through these layers an image can be created.

This differs from LCD technology because it does not require a backlight.

That means one of several things.

Since LCDs require an external light source, they are unable to produce “true black”, a quality OLEDs inherently possess. When the light source is omitted the screen is capable of being made much thinner, while also using less power.

There are certain drawbacks, however. The manufacturing process is much more costly than that of traditional televisions (an XEL-1 will currently put out about $2,500, while a comparably sized high-definition LCD could be found for less than $200.) The estimated life of a typical OLED screen is 30,000 hours, compared to the average LCD at 50,000.

In 2003, the U.S. Census Bureau quoted the amount of time the average American spent watching television at 1,745 hours a year. That would put an

OLED’s life expectancy at a little over 17 years compared to an LCD’s 28 and a half. While 17 years is a long time to own a television, buyers still express concerns that the relatively short life expectancy coupled with the exorbitant amount of money required to purchase an OLED television makes them impractical.

Fortunately, Panasonic and Toshiba have announced plans to make a new display that would implement a thin metal membrane to approximately double that lifespan.

Televisions are not the only application of OLED technology. Because the organic materials used to create them can be printed onto any manner of surface, including flexible ones, there is a vast amount of potential applications ranging from rollable, foldable computer screens (yes, a screen that actually bends) to vehicle navigation systems that display transparently on the windshield.

Some such concepts have already been developed, and if manufacturing costs can be brought down to more acceptable levels it is not at all unlikely that such products will become wildly popular on a global scale within the next decade.

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Nikon’s new D60 released with new features

By Devin Cox Hawkeye Staff

Released Jan. 29, the D60 retails for $699.95, but online there are several kits for a cheaper price. These include a lens and other goodies for under $675 without Nikon’s current rebate.

This camera features 10.2 mega pixels and Nikon’s EXPEED, which makes awesome enlargements. The camera has a built-in device that keeps dust out of the digital sensor, which will keep it working longer.

As for in-camera effects, even the most novice photographer will be helped by one of Nikon’s nicest software touches. If a photographer takes a picture that isn’t as great as it could be, a retouch menu on the D60 can enhance it. The D60 has a builtin flash control so when the flash goes off

the subject won’t look faceless.

This camera may not be the best camera for a beginner since it has a whole host of features, but at least a little experience goes a long way. Most importantly to many photographers it has a slick clean look to it, which makes it more fun to work with.

The D60 responds in 0.19 seconds so that you can catch anything without having to wait for the camera to respond to the shutter release. The camera also features a 170-degree viewing angle LCD screen. The D60 has a rechargeable battery that keeps shooting for up to 500 images.

This camera has few flaws. Nikon’s consumer cameras, which came before this, are cannot compare. The old Nikon D40 only has 5.1 mega pixels, which is half as much as the Nikon D60.

Tech Talk

A way to stop telemarketers from calling your number

By Ji Mun Executive Editor

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hen telemarketers start stalking cell numbers, victims have two choices. They can either change the phone number for some fee, or register his or her number on a list called National Do Not Call Ji Mun Registry, for Executive Editor free.

The second option, which was the best and the only choice for me when telemarketers started calling my cell phone number, is quick and easy, and definitely better than having to answer calls from telemarketers. On a side note, Federal Communication Commission (FCC) regulations prohibit telemarketers calling cell phone numbers with automated dialers. The Do Not Call Registry is managed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and is enforced by FTC, FCC, and the state law enforcers.

This is how the National Do Not Call Registry works. You register either your house or cell phone number on the Web-site http://www.donotcall.

gov/ or by calling the toll-free number 1-888-382-1222. If you register through the Web-site, you’ll need an e-mail address. You do not need an e-mail address in order to call the toll-free number. Telemarketers are required to check the Do Not Call Registry every 31 days. And so, telemarketers will stop calling your numbers on the list up to 31 days after the registration. If any pesky telemarketers still call you after that time, you may file a complaint on the Web-site and the company may be fined up to $11,000.

Mark the company’s name or its telephone number, though. You’ll need that to file a complaint.

However, according to FTC and FCC regulations, calls relating to political organizations, charities, and telephone surveyors are allowed. Also, companies with your permission may still call you.

Conveniently, the telephone numbers placed on the registry will remain on it permanently due to the Do-NotCall Improvement Act of 2007, which became effective in Feb. 2008.

If for some reason you want your phone number removed from the registry, you can call the toll-free number.

You can also call the same number to confirm if your number is on the registry. No drawbacks. Try it. For more information, visit the site, or call the number.

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Senior pursues art school

By Cassie Soriano

Technology Editor

TAAS senior Brett Somers is an amazingly talented artist who has received about seven scholarships so far; the Art Institute Quarter Scholarship is most notably one of them.

This scholarship, which date, this is his most favorite piece completed. consisted of over 400 His most challenging piece was an animation cel, or celluloid, because it wasn’t a traapplicants, pays for ditional style of art. “It’s like working backwards through colors with several different 25-percent of the stu- layers,” Somers explained. He’s also experimented with cartooning, but prefers the style dent’s full tuition who that he currently uses. Reading a good book or looking through art online inspires are enrolling him to work on new projects in his free time. “[I do art] because I enjoy it into the Art Institute. Two years ago Somers was awarded an Honorable “You’re always going to and it keeps me entertained,” he said. The accomplished and “good” feeling Mention at the Edmonds Art Festival for one of his earlier pieces done in be your own worst crit- that Somers gets after finishing a piece is another reason why he continues acrylic paint. “I guess I always just enjoyed drawing as a kid,” Somers said. ic,” Somers explained, to draw.

Although he didn’t imagine himself pursuing an art career in high school, “but don’t let that stop Somers plans to enroll in the Game Art and Design Program for a you from trying.” friends and family, especially his parents, always encouraged and liked his Bachelor’s degree and hopes to get a job in the Game Art field after he artwork. Between sophomore and junior year Somers became interested in graduates. “Maybe California, but somewhere local if possible,” he said. animation, which he felt was the turning point for his career choice.

About three-fourths of Somers’ tuition is already paid for in scholarships, which conHis favorite artist is Takeshi Obata, a Japanese comic book or “manga” artist of the sist of the Millcreek Rotary, Everett Rotary, the Washington Association of Vocational popular series “Death Note.” He admires Obata’s style and the ability to make cartoons Excellence [WAVE] scholarship, and several others. Most of the scholarships that appear realistic. Somers has experimented with charcoal, pastel, ink, animation cels, Somers applied for were found through Sno-Isle. graphic, markers, modeling paint; his favorite tools are Copic markers and markers in Applying for every possible scholarship was especially worth it, he said, as it helped general. Copics are a specific Japanese-based marker that is widely used by comic book him further his art career and allowed him to experiment with different tools and artists and illustrators. Thet are best known for thier 322 colors and refillable, blend- methods. “You’re always going to be your own worst critic,” Somers explained, “but ing features. An example of one of his works done in Copics is his “Sora in Copics.” To don’t let that stop you from trying.”

Upper right: An untitled piece Somers made with acrylics depicts a surfing scene.

Bottom left: “Sora in Copics” is Somer’s favorite piece that he has completed so far and is an example of his favorite medium, copics markers.

Bottom right: Another example of the use of Copics markers is “Brook the Skeleton”.

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Amazing Summer Activities!

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Get out of town

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uring the school year it can be hard to get away, but summer offers the perfect opportunity. Maybe you are lucky enough to be going on a far away exotic vacation, but this is not the case for all. If your summer seems pretty dull compared to your jet setting friends, don’t despair! There are tons of places nearby that you can go to excite your summer. Ocean Shores and other beach towns are only about three hours away and there is a lot to do. Lake Chelan is also relatively close and is a popular summer spot.

If you had a smaller trip in mind, why not take a ferry?

You can go to Bainbridge Island or Kingston. Even a visit to Greenlake or the Ballard locks would be a good use of a day.

Gas prices or lack of a ride is no excuse to stay inside, try out the bus system. Why not spend all the time that you can in the sun?

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Go to the beach

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ure Washington is definitely no California, but we still have beaches and when summer comes around they seem a lot better. Edmonds beach is the closest to this area and has a lot to offer including great food and a great fishing dock.

If you want to venture further, places like Matthews Beach, Alki, Golden Gardens, Carkeek, and Gasworks are some options. So grab a towel, some friends, food, maybe even a beach umbrella and make a day of it.

Why not spend, as much time at the beach as you can while the weather is nice? You can find more info about how to get to beaches around Seattle at <http://seattle.citysearch.com/roundup/40303/>.

By Kayla Cooper Feature co-editor

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Go to a concert

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eattle is one of the biggest music cities. We have over 80 live music clubs, and that doesn’t even include the festivals. Of course The Vans Warped tour will be coming to the Gorge August 8-9. Over 100 bands will be on the national tour, but not all will be at the Gorge show. To Figure out who is playing our show visit <http://www.warpedtour.com/warpedtour/bands.asp>.

Besides featuring the Warped Tour, The Gorge will also be holding Tom Petty, Jack Johnson, the Dave Matthews Band, and more concerts. Take a road trip and stay at the Gorge campground. To get more information on these concerts and more visit <http://www. livenation.com/venue/getVenue/venueId/460>.

Many Radio stations will be having their annual summer concerts including Kiss 106.1’s “BFD” on June 28, Kube 93.3’s “Summer Jam” on July 7, and 107.7 The End’s “Summer Camp”. Of course everyone will be looking forward to the end of the summer three-day Bumbershoot festival. Besides the summer festivals and big concerts, there are still plenty of bands to see in clubs and there is definitely no shortage of music.

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Eat some Ice cream

Check out a festival

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hroughout the summer there are many festivals and events.

Seafair begins on July 5 with events every couple of days and ends Aug. 3. The biggest events of the festival are the parades, fireworks show, and the Blue Angels. You can find more information at <www.seafair.com>.

The Bite of Seattle will be July 18-20 and has free admission. If you are looking for something closer, the Taste of Edmonds is on Aug. 8-10. Both of these events have great food and great prices.

Another popular festival in the area is Tour de Terrace, which happens July 25-27, and features carnival rides, food, and a parade.

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emember when you were little, maybe you chased after the ice cream man like so many kids. The fact is that ice cream and popsicles are a major part of summer, they just go perfectly with the weather and that is a fact. Sometime this summer eat an otter pop or a double scoop outside. If you can, try to go somewhere other than Coldstone or another chain. Maybe listen for the ice cream man.

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Celebrate July fourth

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Visit Pike Place

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hat better time to visit the market than when the sun is shining? Take some friends and walk around. There is always plenty to see and do at the Pike Place Market, not to mention plenty to eat.

Make a day of it and grab lunch at one of the many restaurants that feature fresh market produce and fish.

Besides the food, local artists sell their goods, which makes the market a great place to buy totally unique jewelry, clothing, and art. You can see everything that the market has to offer at <www.pikeplacemarket.org>.

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Get a Job or Volunteer

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aybe you would like to use the summer to earn some money.

Now, with school out of the way there is way more time to get a summer job. One good place to look for a summer job is the mall.

To see what jobs are open at the mall visit <http://alderwoodmall. com/html/>.

If you can’t get a job at a store then why not do some yard for your parents or neighbor to earn a little extra cash? In the end, a job will help you pass time and will also make you feel more accomplished at the end of the day than just sitting around. Plus, you’ll have more money in your pocket and what teenager doesn’t want that?

If you want to volunteer instead of working then there are also lots of options for you. Summer camps are always happy to get a helping hand with small children. You can find over 10 interesting places to volunteer in the area online at <http://www.seattle.go/teen/civic/ getinvolved.htm>.

If you are interested in the Seattle music scene then you can apply to be a volunteer at bumbershoot and other events at <http://www. onereel.org/volunteers/>.The Vera project is also a great all ages club that you can donate your time to. Find out more at <http://www. theveraproject.org/>.

Amanda Lockleer and Kayla Cooper/ Hawkeye

uly Fourth is the summer holiday that many look forward to.

Fireworks, Family, Friends and Fried food have all become major components to the celebration that began with the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.

In Seattle, fireworks are set off of the top of the Space Needle and at Gasworks Park, both of which are amazing displays. There are also many events in Seattle during the day including the free fourth of jul-ivars celebration and the WaMu Family Fourth. You can find more information the event on Lake Union at <http://www.wamufamily4th.org/>. If you want to stay nearby then there are plenty of local parades and celebrations as well. Remember to be safe and have a good time.

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kay so you just got out of school, class is probably the last thing on your mind, but what about a class you are actually interested in? The city pavilions in the area offer many classes in dance, swim, art, exercise and more. Maybe this summer is your chance to try something new, meet new people, or pursue one of your interests. There are sports clinics and even German lessons if that’s what you would like.

The Seattle YMCA has great trips planned for teens including a sailing trip in the San Juans, river rafting adventures, and a expedition to Birch Bay. To see the summer events schedule and to start planning your outings go to <http://www.seattleymca.org/page. cfm?ID=summerPrograms&catId=77>. Remember just because you are out of school doesn’t mean you can’t learn something new.

Go see some animals

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he zoo is not just for little kids in summer camp. In fact if you and a couple of friends head over to Woodland Park you may just be amazed at how much fun you will have. You can see all the interesting animals, walk around, and relax. Go online to <http:// www.zoo.org/> to see what exhibits are up and even print out a coupon for two dollars off admission.

If sea creatures are more your forte then check out the aquarium.

There are over 10 exhibits that showcase marine life including the underwater dome and the tide pool where you can touch real live sea creatures.

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Malcolm in the Middle

Could it be that the order in which a person is born determines personality traits and outlook in life?

By Brendan Moran Hawkeye Staff

Meet the Man: Alfred Adler

Human psychology is a very broad field of scientific study, a large part of which is focused on child development. The great minds of psychology, men like Carl Jung and Sigmund Freud, have spent a good deal of time considering what things contribute to certain personality traits in growing children. How do kids from poor and rich families differ? How do rural, suburban, and city environments affect behavioral patterns? Among these questions lies a relatively new idea introduced primarily by the late Austrian psychiatrist Alfred Adler. How does birth order impress upon a growing child?

Birth order, also known as ordinal position, refers simply to the order in which a group of siblings were born. Basic inferences can be made about birth order, for example a first born child will more than likely take dominance over the rest of the group because he or she is older and thus superior, but Adler was more interested in the subtleties.

Given that such a firstborn dominance should occur, what kind of lasting impression might it have on the later siblings?

The Sparks Family

The family of Phil Sparks, a sophomore here at MTHS, is a prime example of birth order psychology in action.

He is the middle child in a family of three, having an older brother who graduated from high school several years ago and a younger brother who is going into kindergarten.

“My little brother gets a lot of attention from my parents, and while that doesn’t necessarily make me feel unwanted, it can get annoying when I need to ask my parents for Captain Crunch instead of Honey Bunches of Oats for the next grocery trip,” Phil says jokingly.

Ordinal position remains a hotly contested issue among psychologists, some claiming that it has little to no effect at all on a kid’s mental growth, but there are a few generally accepted rules. The ideal family model for a birth order study has a married mother and father with three children. The firstborn has spent time as an only child, and therefore tends to seek and even expect a lot of attention. This is definitely the case with Phil’s brother, who he says gets frustrated and sometimes even enraged when he is trying to talk to his mother and she has to attend to her youngest child.

“My older brother got into a fair bit of trouble during his younger years, and because of that my mom really cracked the whip on me,” says Philip. “Eventually I had to sit down and have a talk with her. ‘I’m not my brother. Just because he did this, this, and this, doesn’t mean that I am going to do the same.’ She took that as a cue to go purchase a multitude of teen parenting books, the advice from all of which was totally bogus and really pissed me off.”

A Famous Example

When the second, or “middle” child comes along the firstborn will often feel dismissed and will work harder to please or impress the parents. When this fails the child often chooses to misbehave. “My brother got into a lot more trouble at school and stuff than I have,” Phil said, demonstrating the firstborn archetype. Many famous families and people have displayed similar firstborn-secondborn interactions. A good example is the late President Teddy Roosevelt, whose ambition and shining success overshadowed and depressed his younger brother Elliot.

Elliot’s depression, (believed to be caused largely by his striking contrast to his older sibling), eventually led to a morphine addiction and alcoholism. In 1891, Teddy was U.S. Civil Service Commissioner and the proud author of eight books. That same year, Elliot was entered into an inpatient rehabilitation service for his addictions. Sadly, his family’s attempts to help only seemed to increase his depression and his substance abuse eventually led to his untimely death at age 34. Seven years later, Teddy became a U.S. president.

While firstborns are thought to grow up with a “self-superior” mindset, the middle child typically sees themselves as having the short end of the stick. They idolize the firstborn, a mindset that commonly results in the child having insecurities about their own abilities. “My brother didn’t

Image courtesy of the Spark family.

Right to left: Phil [seen here holding his trademark energy drink] with mother Angie and younger brother Daniel. True to his mischievous ways, Daniel had injured himself in an attempt to damage the front door of the house just minutes prior to the capturing of this photograph. Alfred Adler, the most notable name in birth-order psychology, would classify such rambunctious behavior as a typical occurrence in younger siblings.

do very well in school, so I guess I wouldn’t really say I feel lesser than him,” Phil adds, “But he used to box me when I was little and he would always win. Sometimes that would make me cry.”

Firstborns and Only Children

With the birth of the third child, the secondborn becomes the “middle” and, like his or her older sibling, can feel dismissed. The youngest child often exhibits traits of a firstborn, namely the expectation of having responsibilities and tasks taken care of for them, although it is due to a sense of inferiority rather than supremacy. This inferiority will occasionally result in children striving to out-do their older siblings, be it academically in early years or financially in later years. Phil remarks, “My brother is very smart, especially at computers. He thinks he is better than everybody else and tends to be really, really bossy.” Laughing, he adds, “But not around my older brother, because he knows he’ll get beat up.” Having spent time with Phil, these distinctions become more obvious. His little brother constantly requires attention from mom and dad, usually because he can’t be left alone for more than few minutes without getting into mischief.

Phil observes, “My little brother requires a lot of attention, and I think part of that is because he hasn’t been disciplined on the level that me and Allen were.” Appropriately, the youngest of the three brothers then came bursting into the room sporting an ice cream sandwich that was promptly spilled, the mess left for somebody else.

“It’s stuff like that,” Phil continues, “that makes me mad. I mean, my mom would have yelled at me for not cleaning up after myself, but now it almost seems as if she’s just too exasperated to keep up with the punishments. It’s easier for her to just clean it up and keep quiet about it than to reprimand my brother and face his stubborn arguments.”

themselves as well. A study in the Philippines showed that earlier-born siblings tend to be of a taller, more muscular build.

Finances play a crucial role as well. Firstborns are twice as likely to receive full sets of vaccinations, simply because some parents don’t have enough money come time for the next few children. Extra-curricular activities, vehicle privileges, and college tuitions are great examples as well. The firstborn is much more likely to be treated to all of those things simply because he was there first. The later children are then left to share rooms and argue over who gets more dessert alongside their struggle to deal with the physical and intellectual inferiority science dictates they will have.

Like many areas of psychological interest, birth order will probably never be something all scientists can agree on. There is such a vast amount of uncontrollable variables present during child development that drawing any connections at all proves to be a tricky task. Adler’s ideas have proven themselves to be, at the very least, formidable, and thus it should be interesting to see what new findings in the world of child psychology have to offer on the role that birth order plays in a growing child.

The Hard Facts

Although the observations of Adler and later psychoanalysts are largely viewed as theories, there has been some real scientific data that stresses their ideas. In 1973, two Dutch scientists, (Lillian Belmont and Francis Marolla), published their findings on the correlation between family size, birth order, and IQ scores from over 386,000 subjects. Their findings clearly showed that as family size and birth order increased, meaning a larger family and a later birth, respectively, intelligence scores decreased. By what seems like no coincidence, firstborns are also the most likely to attend college. Physical differences manifest

Image courtesy of Belmont, M., & Marolla, F.A. (1973)

This graph displays the results of the Dutch Belmont Marolla study relating birth order to raven score, a measure of intelligence not dissimilar to IQ.

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Clune’s Corner meet mr. clune

Michael Clune Intervention Prevention Columnist

Michael Clune is a highly skilled, experienced Chemical Dependency Counselor and is available to help and assist MTHS students and staff with Alcohol/Drug issues.

This could be another student, one of your friends, family members or yourself needing information, a referral, or counseling services. Clune is a Nationally-certified Addictions Counselor, a Mental Health Specialist and he is also Nationally Certified to deal with Domestic Violence/Anger Management and Relapse Prevention problems.

Phone: (425) 431-5599 Office: Counseling Center Hours: M-F 7a.m.-2p.m.

Connecting the dots: Teen Drug Use and Mental Disorders There seems to be a connection of the dots between adult mental health illness such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders avoidance disorders, panic attacks, and early teen alcohol and drug use. This research is based on a twenty-two year study from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Columbia University. The study began in 1975 when subjects were between one and ten years of age. Follow-up interviews were done through out the 1980s and 1990s when the average ages of the subjects were 14, 16, 22, and 27 years old.

During mid- to late adolescence, 18.8 percent of the subjects reported moderate to heavy tobacco use; 6.2 percent reported moderate to heavy alcohol use; 17.6 percent reported moderate to heavy marijuana use; and 3.4 percent reported moderate to heavy use of other illicit drugs.

During young adulthood, these percentages increased to 35.4, 13.0, 18.4, and 3.7, respectively. In 1997, when the subjects were in their late twenties, 8.3 percent qualified for a diagnosis of a Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), 5.2 percent were alcohol dependent, and 6.1 percent had a substance use disorder.

Heavy alcohol, marijuana, and other illicit drug use were significantly related to later psychiatric disorders. About 85 percent of the individuals diagnosed with MDD in their late twenties had used marijuana when they were younger and more than

66 percent had a prior history of alcohol and/or other illicit drug use.

A Co-occurring Disorder is a medical term that is applied to an individual who suffers from alcohol/drug [chemical dependency] issue and a mental health disorder as well. At MTHS for example where currently 22 percent of students have smoked weed (THC) in the last 30 days, according to the 2006 Healthy Youth Survey, I tend to hear familiar concerns and rationales from these students. One of my observations is that students are experiencing a certain amount of uncomfortable “moodiness” and these students generally feel and believe that the only way to deal with stress, drama, and emotional situations that arise from boyfriend/girlfriend, and family situations is to ingest THC (smoke weed) or drink alcohol. Although marijuana use among teens has dropped by 25 percent since 2001, more teens use marijuana than all other illicit drugs combined.

Below are some more facts about drugs from Mr. Clune

Facts on mental illness and drugs • “Don’t be fooled into thinking that pot is harmless,” said Dr. Drew Pinksy, internist, addiction expert, and host of VH1’s Celebrity Rehab. “Marijuana is an addictive drug. Teens who are already depressed and use marijuana may increase their odds of suffering from even more serious mental health problems.”

develop depression than girls who do not use marijuana.

• Depressed teens are also more likely than nondepressed teens to engage in other risky behaviors such as daily cigarette use and heavy alcohol use.

• Teens who smoke marijuana at least once a month are three times more likely to have suicidal thoughts than non-users; using marijuana seems to make it more likely that mental health disorders such as depression, personality disorders, and abnormal anxiety develop.

• The percentage of depressed teens is equal to the percentage of depressed adults, but depressed teens are more likely to use marijuana and other illicit drugs than depressed adults.

• Teen girls who use marijuana daily are more likely to

• This isn’t the first official study that I’ve looked at connecting early Al/Dr use with higher percentages of adult mental health issues. As my buddy Todd use to say, “Better living through chemistry has its limits.”

Thanks for listening.

FACT OR FICTION?

Do height pills work?

By Joan Tran Hawkeye Staff

In sports, the height of a person can influence the athlete’s performance. People who play professional basketball, for example, are generally taller because players would get the upper hand in this game. This is not to say that techniques and skills are any less influential; it just means height is manipulative.

There is a belief that people are discriminated against because of their heights (known as “heightism.”) According to Time, American men fewer than 5-feet 8-inches are usually singled out. For instance, women tend to fancy men who are taller and not shorter. In the business world, it seems that short people don’t have the material to be strong leaders. Also mentioned in Time, a survey was given to graduates of the University of Pittsburgh. The results of this survey were that men taller than 6-foot 2-inch receive salaries 12.4% higher than those below 6 feet. People seem to be more dominating when they’re taller. With these facts in mind, there are many myths and scams that is said to enhance the height.

There are many supplements and medicine that can make people grow taller. During puberty, there are growth hormones that make the adolescents taller. After puberty however, there isn’t any confirmation that a person can grow taller; one can hope, however. There are medications that are be-

lieved to enhance the height. Nonetheless, there is no proof that these actually work.

Too much intake in growth hormones as medications can also be destructive by giving the victim an abnormal and disproportionate growth. There is no evidence that growth pills can work without being harmful. They also do not have fundamental ingredients that stimulate growth.

Stretching activities are considered to make a person grow taller. Doing activities such as yoga has been said to make you grow up to three inches. However, that is not true and is just a myth.

Other factors that can help a person increase their height are their diet, sleep patterns, proper breathing, being stress-free, and being around more sunlight. A nutritious diet that has all of the food from the food pyramid plus a lot of water should help a person grow taller. By sleeping, the growth hormones work better. More sleep is good, and no sleep can lead to a person having a lower amount of growth hormones in their bodies. Deep breaths bring in good oxygen and help with growth. Shallow breathing stunts growth. A study done in China proved that people with stress block out chemicals that produce height.

Sunlight also is believed to help growth. In Spain, children exposed to more sunlight in the summers are generally taller side of normal.

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Abuse Abuse:

“To treat in a harmful, injurious, or offensive way”

By Rachel Eldridge

Hawkeye staff

Whether it is in the hallways of Emotional school, the public streets of the city,

always an overly critical kid. In fact, much of that “teen rebellion” lay in the initiation of the parent-child argument. or even in your own home, abuse An emotionally abusive parent will pick a fight, and all unwitting, their kid ends up apologizing just to end the has been prevalent in a variety of places. From emotional argument, without fully understanding what it is they are to physical, this abuse can warp a person around a dangerous path leading to such conclusions as depression, apologizing for. Other instances are of what is referred to broken and bruised body parts, and even suicidal tenden- Boyfriends/Girlfriends as “mind games.” This is where a person will try to convince cies. How can you tell if you’re in an abusive relationship?

Part of growing up is dating. We all know this. But how someone that a falsity is true. For example, a parent might There are many indicators to suggest if you are. Is someone can we be safe in who we choose to date? You’re more open get angry at their kid for disobedience when the kid didn’t you know in an abusive relationship? It’s good to know the emotionally with who you date, which makes it easier for even know there was a rule made that they could possibly facts even before one starts so it can be prevented. them to betray your trust and hurt you. It’s a vulnerable have broken. From something as mild as “I’ve told you a place to be, and you’ve heard the stories from your friends. million times,” when the topic wasn’t discussed even once, Emotional Abuse From personal experiences of your own and those around to “What is wrong with you?” which leads to self-doubt If you have ever had someone barrage you you to TV shows and news reports, signs and second-guessing of your own wits; tricks like these with insults, spread rumors about you, or and repercussions of emotional abuse can have been used to soothe the manipulator’s ego and enWhile it’s all fun and games in left you otherwise feeling less than you prethe beginning, close bonds and be seen in startlingly serious situations. sure to them their dominance. The story of the cheating viously felt, you probably have been emo- understandings have often led to grave In one case, a man denied cheating on husband and doubtful wife mentioned before is a prime tionally abused. Whether intentional or not, his wife, told her she was paranoid and example of one of these twisted games. Between a parent hostility and resentment. many people are not only abused in this way, had issues and she went to see a thera- and their kid, it’s even more dangerous. At this age, we’re but actually do the abusing themselves. What are forms pist. The man later bragged of this to a friend, saying that still soaking qualities up, predominantly from our parents. of abuse, and where might they come from? Emotional he really was cheating on her, and yet had convinced her If this is happening to a kid, they will probably have unabuse has been known to come from all directions, from of questioning her own sanity. This is a true story of ma- resolved issues deep into their adulthood, not to mention that they have the behavioral risk of those we love, to those we don’t get along with too well. It nipulation and deceit. It goes without can be seen from friends, significant others, and even our saying that the friend was mortified.

Self esteem falls when you’re told you’re passing it on to some other victim.

Other worries to look out for are unown parents, as well as other sources. Why, then, do they There is always that couple that, not good enough. Paranoia rises when reachable expectations placed on kids do this if they love us? The answer, surprisingly, doesn’t around school, it’s understood that he’s you’re obsessed with them. academically and outside of school. A usually have anything to do with what we did wrong, but controlling and her friends are afraid parent might be living through their rather the individual, or group, that’s doing it. for her. There’s the couple where the kid, forcing their unaccomplished dreams onto them. A girl gets jealous, and the boy has to stop talking to all of family might be partially dependant on their child’s inhis female friends. There’s the one where he tells her how Friends come through a job.

Many psychological pressures are What could be more fun than hanging out with a couple stupid she is, and how lucky she is to have someone like put on kids, regardless of their age, and can result in an of your closest friends? With them, it’s any easy-going, him to take care of her. An obsessive girlfriend checks her over-stressed, over-worked, and under-appreciated stube-yourself kind of mood, and you feel like you could tell boyfriend’s phone to see who he has been talking to. None dent.

This can lead to sleeplessness, frayed nerves, and an them anything. The problem with this is that some friends of these occurrences are gender specific. Each can occur unresolved presence of premature responsibility.

Depresdon’t deserve the trust you bestow upon them. While it’s on either side in any relationship. All of these scenarios all fun and games in the beginning, close bonds and un- and so many more have happened, and are happening. It sion is oven bread in such an environment, and has been derstandings have often led to grave hostility and resent- sounds ridiculous now, but for many girls and boys, it’s known to increase to the point of suicidal thoughts and ment. Causes of this might be as trivial as who has higher a day-to-day struggle. Self esteem falls when you’re told recklessness. grades in their classes, or the complements received after a you’re not good enough. Paranoia rises when you’re obparticularly well-written essay on that book report. May- sessed with them. Where’s the healthy balanced, and What To Do If you’re in a situation where you think you’re being be your friend thinks you didn’t work as hard on yours can it be achieved after an unhealthy boundary has been as they did on theirs, and maybe they’re right, but yours crossed? To be honest, no. Once the person you’re dat- emotionally abused, seek someone you can trust. Conoutshone theirs nonetheless. It’s an easy thing to get jeal- ing has established themselves as the dominant half in a fiding such personal and tender information to an adult ous over, and yet the repercussions of simply having done manipulative relationship, its pretty much wishful think- may not be appealing, but if the situation has reached a well can break a friendship in a matter of hours. Nasty, ing to hope that they can change. Sound familiar? It’s the level of risk, it’s best just to deal with the nerves of it and false rumors can spread. Rumors that you’ll end up hav- catch phrase of the diluted. To those currently telling find someone who can help, or even just listen. Emotional ing to fight against for far too long. Once the lies are scat- themselves this, snap out of it and cut yourself free. It’s a abuse isn’t taken as seriously as it should. Don’t be afraid tered, they can’t all be gathered again. And one day, you dangerous situation that can lead your beau into potential or ashamed to go for help. Oftentimes its needed just to have the willing ear of someone. Whether it’s a school find your name written on the bathroom stall with de- stalker territory. Make a clean break of it. counselor or a trusted teacher, there is always someone grading text surrounding it for everyone to see. Now you who can help, and if you remember nothing else from this dodge stares in the halls, avoid the people who were once Parents No one can say that they haven’t had issues with at least article, remember that. your closest friends and shrink yourself into the corner.

You’re a victim of emotional abuse. What should be done one of their parents. How many times have you begun a to prevent this? First and foremost, be careful who you’re conversation with, “I can’t believe my mom,” “My dad is such a jerk,” or something similar? Don’t feel guilty; we all have in some way or another. The problem isn’t, however,

About one in four teens reports verbal, physical, emotional or sexual abuse each year

friends with. Many people can seem kind, but if they are involved in or do things that your morals don’t agree with, then it’s probably best to not divulge personal attributes of yourself with them. Choose your friends wisely and there shouldn’t be any need to worry.

Parents

In some families, a parent may physically punish their child for doing something wrong. While it was a more This type of abuse is pretty common practice in their generation, it is not to be tolerstraight forward. Any kind ated in ours.

Physical abuse, for any reason, is not the way of physical attack or torment to teach a child right from wrong. It often leaves them unfalls under this category, from hitting certain as to which is which. Since kids to pulling hair, and in extreme cases, are noticeably influential, doesn’t it seem sexual abuse. Physical abuse is a result If you or anyone you know is being obvious that if you teach a kid that hitof a power-crazed or angry person findphysically abused, don’t hesitate, ting is a type of deserved punishment, ing a victim who often won’t fight back. get help. that they will do as much to someone Most cases of physical abuse come from they feel has wronged them in turn? Ina boyfriend/girlfriend or a parent. As it is a serious situastead, morals should be taught so as not to start the cycle tion, it cannot be taken lightly. Physical attacks are never of abuse to begin with, and with that, we can learn to take okay. care of each other in a more humane and civilized way.

Physical

Boyfriends/Girlfriends

In many relationships there is a hazard of abuse. A controlling boyfriend or girlfriend may take it a bit too far.

Some instances of this, but now all, are such acts as hitting, bruising, scarring, and forced or unwanted physical contact, such as rape. Results of such attacks are usually harsh, and can include depression, self harm, and in extreme situations, suicide.

What To Do

If you or anyone you know is being physically abused, don’t hesitate, get help. The numbers at the right that can be called if you are in danger, or even just need someone to talk to about abuse.

Abuse Hotlines Family Reconciliation Services: (800) 877-3229 Providence Sexual Assault: (425) 252-4800 Natural Domestic Violence Hotline: (800) 799-7233 Stop Abuse: (425) 252-2873 Care Crisis: (425) 258-4357 District Safe School Tip Line: (425) 670-7010

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Royal talent: Theis drafted

Hard-throwing right-hander taken in Round 21 of the MLB draft by Kansas City

Colin Diltz / Hawkeye Staff

By Derek Giles

The Royals Rookie League team is based in Surprise, Arizona near Peoria where he’ll stay for five months training and playOn June 6, with the third pick in the 21st ing games before the off-season starts. round of the 2008 Major League Baseball Getting to play any type of pro baseball (MLB) draft, senior pitcher right out of high school is rare Jake Theis was drafted 625th and takes a great deal of raw overall by the Kansas City “I’m just living my dream talent and potential to have right now. Ever since Royals. this opportunity. Theis proved Theis was drafted on day pitching back in the MTYAA this in being the first player in two of the two-day draft and days, it’s always been my MTHS history to be drafted on June 8 signed a contract dream to one day play pro and get the chance to immediball and right now that’s ately play at the next level. with the Kansas City Royals.

The full terms of the draft what’s going on for me.”

Not only is the Royals orgaJacob Theis are yet to be disclosed but it nization happy to have the hawks senior pitcher is known that he signed with 6-foot-6-inch flamethrower, a signing bonus that totaled Theis is elated to have the $120,000 that factors in four opportunity to play pro baseyears of college education if ball right out of high school. and when he decides to pursue future edu“I’m just living my dream right now. Ever cation. since pitching back in the MTYAA days, Theis will be playing in the MLB’s (MTYAA is a youth athletic league in the “Rookie League,” which is one step below Mountlake Terrace area) it’s always been the MLB’s single-A league. my dream to one day play pro ball,” said

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Theis, “And right now that’s what’s going on for me.”

Along with playing at a premier field, working out in a top-ofthe-line gym and playing with people just as good as you, there are many intangibles with playing at the next level that makes it so exciting. Theis mentioned, “I’ve been talking with a guy who played in Surprise last year and he’s told me only good things so far and none of them have been about baseball.”

Theis contin-

ued, “The atmosphere for the players in Surprise is awesome I hear and everyone knows who you are, I can’t wait to get over there.”

This year for the Hawks, Theis went 7–2 as a starter and led the Hawks to a first-time WesCo championship.

Along with the WesCo championship, Theis led a charge into the state championships that was unfortunately cut short by Central Kitsap.

MTHS spring ‘08 All-wesco selections Women’s Tennis First Team Haley Reutiman, Sr First Team Teryn Bouche, So Women’s Golf First Team Chloe Treece, Jr Women’s Track First Team Long Jump: Jenna Donohue, So First Team Triple Jump: Jenna Donohue, So First Team Javelin: Caitlin Hovick, Sr Honorable Mention 3200: Cari Smith, Sr Honorable Mention Discus: Caitlin Hovick, Sr Second Team100 hurdles: Titi Chikoore, Jr

Softball First Team Stephanie McLauchlan, Sr First Team Aly Delizo, Jr First Team Kayla Watson, Jr First Team Kori Seidlitz, Jr Second Team Megan Runkel, Sr Honorable Mention Amanda Kristjanson, Jr

Baseball First Team Pitcher: Jake Theis, Sr First Team Catcher: Paul Clingan, Jr First Team Garrett Totten, Sr First Team Matt Shafer, Jr First Team Jaykob Sells, Jr First Team Kyle Barisic, Jr

Men’s Track Second Team Javelin: Chris Wells, Sr Honorable Mention 800: Matt Beeninga, Sr Honorable Mention Triple Jump: Percy Anyimah, Jr

Men’s Golf Honorable Mention Rob Vanisko, Sr First Team Bobby Shoemaker, Sr Honorable Mention Jordan Wall, Sr

Men’s Soccer Honorable Mention Kyle Torrescano, Sr Honorable Mention Manix Alvarez, So Honorable Mention Alejandro Diaz-Taizan, Fr Honorable Mention Peter Krastev, Sr Honorable Mention Curtis Mott, Sr Honorable Mention Ben Winters, Jr

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Allen to walk-on at WSU

By Derek Giles

high school and caught the eye of Cougar assis- had to do something.” So, he did. He trained with persontant coach Ben Johnson while he was recruit- al trainer and basketball coach Jeremy Landis in Central ing two Shorewood posts at the time.

Kitsap. While training and playing games with the team Draped from head to toe in free Reebok After a solid sophomore year in Central Kitsap, he once again caught the apparel from his Reebok-sponsored AAU basat with the T-Birds and an even “They really wanted him. John eye of Ben Johnson at a tournament in Las is a unique individual who ketball team, senior basketball player John Allen better junior year here at MTHS Vegas. Once this happened, the recruiting contemplates what the jump is going to be like John Allen earning second team All-WesCo works hard and is as talented process really accelerated. as anyone already there.” from Reebok to Nike. This jump to Nike South honors for both years, Last winter, Allen, his parents, and MTHS Nalin Sood gear will be spurred when Allen walks on to the Nike- Allen hadn’t heard much from WSU. It coach Nalin Sood were being constantmen’s Basketball Coach sponsored WSU Cougar basketball team. wasn’t until tragedy hit that a disheartened ly contacted by the WSU coaching staff.

Allen, who was denied eligibility to play in his senior year Allen discovered that the WSU coaches Despite being a walk-on, coach Sood said, at MTHS by the WIAA, has been fully recruited and started to get in touch with him.

“They really wanted him. John is a unique contacted by the WSU basketball coaching staff to join Allen was denied his senior year of eligiindividual who works hard and is as talthe squad as a walk-on. However, this didn’t come to frui- bility due to a WIAA technicality that generated a whole ented as anyone already there.” Sood continued to add, tion in the way he might have wanted it to. mess of feelings for Allen.

“As a coach I do not question his talent or ability whatIt all started when Allen was a freshman at Shorewood “It was tough… but I knew I couldn’t sulk for too long, I soever. He’s as good of a player as I’ve ever seen and if he can get the WSU system down he should have success over there.”

Final wesco south spring sports standings It wasn’t until quite recently that Allen made the final decision to play at WSU. Albeit a hard one to make, Allen Men’s Soccer Women’s Tennis declined a full-ride scholarship offer from William and

WesCo Overall

WesCo Overall Mary University in Virginia to play at WSU. After this W L W L W L W L decision was made though, Allen was as excited as anyone about the prospect of playing at WSU. 14 1 17 1 Shorewood (4A) Edmonds-Woodway (4A) 15 1 15 1 “Pac-10 basketball is just primetime. There is no bigger 13 3 16 4 14 2 14 2 Shorecrest (3A) Jackson (4A) conference than the Pac-10 and playing against big time 12 3 13 4 12 4 12 4 Jackson (4A) Shorewood (4A) teams like UCLA is any basketball player’s dream. I’m 7 5 8 6 8 6 8 6 Kamiak (4A) Kamiak (4A) excited, I know my family is excited and whether I get 7 5 9 7 7 9 7 9 Meadowdale (3A) Meadowdale (3A) minutes or not, I can’t wait to get into the flow of things 6 8 6 8 Edmonds-Woodway (4A) 5 8 5 9 Shorecrest (3A) in Pullman.”

4 11 4 11 4 12 4 12 Mariner (4A) Mariner (4A)

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HAWKS (4A) Lynnwood (3A)

3 13 3 13 0 16 0 17

HAWKS (4A) Lynnwood (4A)

3 13 0 14

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as of 6/9/08

as of 6/9/08

Men’s Baseball

Softball

WesCo Overall W L W L HAWKS (4A) 13 3 17 6 11 5 14 7 Jackson (4A) 10 6 14 9 Meadowdale (3A) 9 7 13 10 Shorewood (4A) Edmonds-Woodway (4A) 9 7 12 11 9 7 11 9 Kamiak (4A) 5 11 7 16 Lynnwood (3A) 4 12 7 16 Shorecrest (3A) 2 14 4 15 Mariner (4A)

WesCo Overall W L W L 16 0 17 3 Jackson (4A) HAWKS (4A) 14 2 16 4 9 7 9 9 Shorecrest (3A) 8 8 9 9 Kamiak (4A) 8 8 8 11 Shorewood (4A) 7 9 9 10 Lynnwood (3A) Edmonds-Woodway (4A) 6 10 6 13 3 13 3 17 Mariner (4A) 1 15 1 18 Meadowdale (3A) as of 6/9/08

By Derek Giles Sports Editor

as of 6/9/08

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