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Marijuana’s future looks By NATALIE DISLA AND MONIQUE MAHABIR In the most recent elections, 58 percent of Floridians voted for Amendment 2, the legalization of medical marijuana. With 2 percent more votes, the bill would have passed, reaching the necessary majority vote of 60 percent. The legalization of medical marijuana is the subject of controversy within the Sunshine State with its heart-strong supporters and adamant opposers. If passed, Florida would have been the 23rd state to legalize the drug for medicinal purposes. Attributing to the controversy is the lack of research on the benefits and risks of the plant. Opponents criticize that Amendment 2 was vaguely written and can potentially lead to recreational use of the drug. They also are concerned about the threats it may pose with marijuana’s symptoms of dizziness, memory loss and delusion. “The whole medical marijuana practice is very new to me, there have been studies performed that substantiate treatment with tetrahydrocannabinol, but a lot of that research in non-conclusive; the states are rushing to legalize medical marijuana and not waiting for science,” Dr. Jorge Sanchez, MD, said. “I’m neither for nor against it. If the legislature were to legalize it, then I would say ok, but I don’t really have any interest in implementing this in my practice.” Amendment 2 differs from the already legalized strain of marijuana, Charlotte’s Web, which contains a low level of tetrahydrocannabinol. THC gives marijuana users a high, delusional sensation. Amendment 2 would legalize all medical marijuana. If passed, a prescription would not be required to obtain medicinal marijuana and non-medically trained “care-givers” would be allowed to administer the medication, making it easier for citizens to abuse the drug. However, when considering the plant’s potential to aid the pain a patient must endure when fighting a deadly disease, medical marijuana may be passed in the future. This would please cancer patients and their families. “It is absolutely horrible that medical marijuana is not legalized when it can be used for those who are paraplegic, have chronic pains, and seizures; [people who voted against the legalization of medical marijuana] have done a great disservice to those with disabilities,” Urena Alvarez, a retired nurse and breast cancer survivor, said. Junior Caroline Dike’s grandmother is battling breast cancer and her current medication has irritating side effects, such as nausea and fatigue. Dike’s grandmother has struggled with breast cancer for since Dike was young. “Medical marijuana has proven to be a successful pain reliever for some cancer patients, so I want that option to be open for her,” Dike said. Even though medical marijuana did not pass in 2014, the debate is not over. According to the Orlando Sentinel, John Morgan, of Morgan & Morgan, vowed to make another state referendum in hopes of legalizing the medicinal use of cannabis.

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BROTHERLY LOVE. Junior Rosanny Tejeda stands with her brother, Rafael. “When he gets home, we’re planning on throwing a homecoming party,” Tejeda said. Tejeda’s brother, who is in an Air Force tech school, has been in Texas for three months.

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Editor’s Note: Hilights attempted to contact several congressmen and doctors within the state for this article, asking their opinion on Amendment 2 and the legalization of medical marijuana. They declined due to the controversy and sensitivity of the subject.

Families welcome soldiers home By RYAN LINTON Every holiday season, families anxiously wait for a military family member or friend to come home. Over 30,00 troops have come home from Afghanistan, but many troops are stationed elsewhere for the holidays. One example is junior Rosanny Tejeda’s brother, Rafael, who graduated Boone in 2012. photo courtesy/ROSANNY TEJEDA

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A 23-year-old man in Naples, Florida was arrested in June of 2013 for raping an 11-year-old girl three times. He met the girl on Kik. This is only one of the many rape cases that is the result of social media. Social media is a great way to stay connected with friends and those people who you don’t really like, but it is also an easy way for rapists to target victims. Kik is a prime example of kids being careless with social media. While 12 year olds have nagging parents telling them to be careful, they are too naive to truly understand why the Internet is not a safe place. Even if a person has a private profile, the information is not safe. Hackers are skilled at...well...hacking. And those who are not as gifted just pose as 12 year old boys who want a “girlfriend just like you.” Falling into a pervert’s trap can be a deadly mistake. Even if users are not communicating with creepy men, they are posting things that give away where they are or where they may live. Anyone on the Internet can be stalked unknowingly. Until teens learn to have good judgement, they should stay off all forms of social media. When kids have to lie about their age to join Facebook, they are not ready for it. The immaturity at that age can be dangerous to oneself. Fights break out over who is in a relationship with whom and yet it’s all for nothing because the relationship status changes each week anyway. With kids being so emotionally unstable, they should log off until they learn not to post inappropriate things. Especially if the post involves illegal activities that future employers will be able to see. I admit to being a middle schooler who posted carelessly to Facebook. I posted things with too many smiley faces and horrible grammatical errors, any editor’s nightmare. Old posts are coming back to haunt high schoolers with the creation of Time Hop, an app that lets social media users see what they posted that day in any given year. It has led to face palms as well as good laughs, but mostly the realization that parents should get to see what their kids post, not only to keep them safe, but to save them from the horrors of future humiliation. I’m not saying there should be a legal age that kids have to be to join social media. I’m just suggesting that kids learn the dangers of the Internet before they end up on the evening news. Plus, proper grammar should be a requirement too.

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The dress code should be revisited. It sexualizes women, shows gender bias and is difficult to follow because of extreme heat in Florida.

Schools say the dress code is to promote equality, redirect focus on learning and have students dress appropriately. But the current dress code sexualizes women, shows inequality towards genders and is difficult to abide by because clothing stores targeted at teenagers do not provide clothes within the limitations. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, more than half of public schools enforce some sort of dress code. About 57 percent of schools currently have a “strict dress code” which increased from 47 percent a decade earlier. Since the time they get out of their onesies, girls have repeatedly heard, “You can’t go out dressed like that.” That demand is not just telling girls what they can not wear, it is also telling them to police their bodies. It’s telling them they should be careful what they wear because it may attract unwanted attention. This leads girls to think if they show their shoulders at school, boys will get aroused. We should be teaching boys to control themselves and their sexual desires, not forcing girls to wear sleeved shirts or long shorts to avoid distracting their fellow male classmates It is easier for a boy to control his excitement than for a girl to find reasonably priced, stylish clothes within dress code. While we understand boys are hormonal teenagers and it is hard for them to control their boners, girls are not seen turned on by boys wearing

tight v-neck shirts or skinny jeans. Not only does the dress code police girls’ bodies, but it conveys a message that she exists only through the eyes of males. Her body is turned into a sex symbol. No longer is her body some beautiful masterpiece with freckles or stretch marks or rosy cheeks, it is some object that excites boys unless dressed correctly. This sexualizing of women leads to gender inequality. You do not see boys being told to wear longer sleeves or shorts because it will distract girls from learning. Boys can wear the new “it thing” in fashion, best known as Chubbies, which are short shorts. Boys at school are not dress coded for this article of clothing even though it is shorter and tighter than the athletic shorts administration banned girls from wearing. Boys are also allowed to wear sagging pants below the waistline which show their Scooby Doo boxers. During homecoming week, dress code violations increased greatly because of the freedom given by dress up days. However these dress code infractions were primarily to girls and not boys. Girls were not the only ones wearing leggings as pants, cut off sleeves or booty shorts. Girls should not be held to one standard and boys to another. Both sexes need to follow the same rules and the rules need to be enforced equally. While we realize we aren’t as unfortunate as Osceola County Schools which are all in uniforms, other schools in Orange County such as Dr.

Phillips, Olympia and Timber Creek are allowed to wear athletic shorts and leggings. Living in Florida does not help with the dress code. Expecting students to wear long pants and sleeves when it is 90 degrees outside is cruel, especially since the air conditioning has a tendency to shut off randomly throughout the school day leaving students to sweat in their jeans and T-shirts. It is possible for students to wear shorts within dress code, but very few stores targeting teenagers sell clothing at the appropriate length. Typical chains like American Eagle, Forever 21 and Hollister do not provide enough styles or sizes for students to find Bermuda shorts. Yes, 5-inch shorts do exist, but at a heavy cost. At JCrew, the 5 inch inseam Chino style solid colored shorts sell from $45-50. So, if a student were to buy three pairs, let’s say black, khaki and white to cover her basics, she would be out of pocket $150 for just three pairs of shorts. That is not affordable for most teens. We are not asking for ripped jean shorts and crop tops to be allowed, we are just asking for leniency when it comes to the length of shorts and shirts. The dress code should not sexualize women, be gender biased or be difficult to abide by. Unless boys start being punished equally or administrators want to take students shopping the rules need adjusting.

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With today’s technological advancements in medicine, scientists should come up with a new way to treat pain for terminal illness or cancer pain instead of relying so much on marijuana. The marijuana plant comes with so many problems that we should have an alternative.

Paula Yanquen, senior

Marijuana eases cancer treatment symptomes

Yes, personally I believe that it should be legalized for medical purposes. It would help with relaxation and increase the appetite in patients with cancer. I don’t believe it will be harmful if used correctly.

Sydney Stalvey, senior

Marijuana beneficial for patients

Generally, individuals who take care of those suffering from a terminal illness are serious about their job. They look out for their patients and

do everything they can to make sure their treatment is not only successful, but also painless. Medical marijuana has been proven to ease the stress of treatment. I believe the legalization of medical marijuana is a good idea.

William McKillop, senior

Abuse will cause problems

No, I do not agree with the legalization of marijuana because even though they say its “medical” many other people will abuse the prescription and even more problems will arise. We have enough people and ways of doing research to come up with another way to cure those medical conditions.

Mariana Buitrago, freshman

Drugs extracted from plant serve purpose

It would be good to have marijuana legalized for medical reasons. You have to realize that this would not let doctors hand out passes to let people smoke pot. . These drugs help with pain and epilepsy and they are not like the plant that you would roll up and burn.

Colin Smith, senior

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WHAT IS YOUR POSITION ON LEGALIZING MEDICAL MARIJUANA?

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It shouldn’t be legal because some people will abuse it; it all depends on who it will be given to. Carson Tinsley, freshman

Medical marijuana goes Alternative solutions lessen risks of drug

By NATALIE DISLA Hundreds of citizens in Florida are painfully struggling with cancer, yet Florida voters and legislators overlooked them when they voted against Amendment 2, which would legalize medical marijuana. Legalizing medical marijuana can make the lives of cancer patients and severely ill citizens less painful than it already is. When deciding whether this drug should be legalized, people tend to only see the negative factors and categorize it as an addictive drug. However, the fact that all painkillers are addictive is often forgotten. According to drugfreeworld.org, Fentanyl, a painkiller, was found to be thirty times more addictive than heroin, a highly addictive drug. As a matter of fact, marijuana is less addictive than these painkillers. According to drugabuse.gov, 91 percent of marijuana users do not become addicted and not one death has been documented from marijuana as a painkiller. However, more than 36,000 people died from prescription drug abuse in 2008, according to the CDC. Gov. Rick Scott passed Charlotte’s Web, a strain of medical marijuana without tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). THC is what gives the high of marijuana Cannabidiol, the other major component in marijuana, impacts the brain and is active in Charlotte’s Web, however, it does not ease the pain because it suppresses THC. Therefore, it is only useful for those who suffer seizures and is essentially pointless for those who seek it as a non addictive pain reliever. Another positive of legalizing medical marijuana is that it is also cheaper than other nausea treating prescriptions, such as Marinol. A yearly dosage of Marinol costs $8,258 while medical marijuana costs $6,256. Both medications have a similar effect but one costs $2,000 more than the other. Generally, those suffering from chronic illness or a deadly disease have large medical bills for their treatments. Medical marijuana can be used to treat various conditions, such as glaucoma, inflammatory bowel diseases, anxiety, arthritis pain and symptoms of lupus. It also prevents cancer from spreading and reduces the side effects of chemotherapy. Its commonly known side effect of “the munchies” also stimulates an appetite among cancer and HIV/AIDS patients. One of the main reasons medical marijuana failed to pass was its lack of FDA approval. It is still classified as a Schedule I drug, along with highly dangerous and addictive drugs such as LSD and heroin. Attempts are being made to reschedule marijuana as a Schedule II drug, which would then categorize it with slightly less dangerous drugs like cocaine and methamphetamine. A drug that could heal citizens should not be categorized along with hazardous drugs. A more reasonable category would be Schedule III because it is less hazardous than Schedule I and II drugs and is currently accepted in 22 states. Medical marijuana should be legalized because it is a non habit forming option that costs less and has health benefits which may ease the pain of suffering patients.

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Medical marijuana’s health benefits out weigh its opposition.

Medical marijuana’s risks out weigh its claimed benefits.

MONIQUE MAHABIR Paranoia, anxiety, m o o d - s w i n g s , suppressed immune systemthese are just a few of the risks medical marijuana poses, according to livescience.org. Cannabis, or marijuana, is an addictive plant popularized for its ability to give its users an instant taste of euphoria. Science has the potential to find multiple strains of the plant that have less side effects than pure marijuana. Each legalization should be gradual and treated with caution. Broad acceptance of medical marijuana in Florida should not be legalized, but rather specific strains of the drug that have been thoroughly tested and proven to treat specific illnesses. In June, Gov. Rick Scott made the conscious decision to not just legalize medical marijuana for the sake of it, but rather to legalize a specific strain of marijuana, Charlotte’s Web, proven to suppress seizures. The difference between the legalization of Charlotte’s Web and the broader medical marijuana tolerance proposed in Amendment 2 is their levels of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which releases dopamine within the brain, giving marijuana its addictive, euphoric quality. Charlotte’s Web consists of a lower amount of THC, making it safer than cannabis in its natural state. Had Amendment 2 been approved, it could have potentially caused an increase in the accessibility of marijuana. This would lead to more recreational use and drug trafficking. Abusers would find a way to take advantage of the situation and find loopholes to obtain medical marijuana illegally. The Amendment also lacks specificity in the types of medical marijuana that it proposes to be legalized, making the bill’s purpose unclear and open to misinterpretation. This is the reason many political analysts, including News 13 political analyst Michelle Ertel, find the bill insufficient. The FDA has not approved the use of medical marijuana for a reason: the drug, though helpful for some, is still risky and has not undergone the proper trials necessary to claim the drug a safe alternative to prescription pain killers. Although the drug may have alleged health benefits, it lacks FDA approval because of those assets not being officially proven. Thus there is no concrete research to back up the plant’s health benefits. “We believe the unintended consequences of Amendment 2 are serious and numerous enough for us to believe they constitute a public health risk for Floridians,” The Florida Medical Association said. Ingesting medical marijuana in its broad form is not necessary when there are alternative remedies in addition to prescription painkillers. These non-addictive remedies include menthol (used for pain relief), rhus tox (used for sprains, strains, arthritis pain and backache) and belladonna (used for shooting pain). Legalizing the use of a drug that is 1: not properly tested by FDA, and 2: can potentially harm a person is something Floridians should not condone.

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Citrus Bowl ready to go

On Nov. 19, at 10 a.m., local VIPs cut the ribbon to the new and improved Orlando Citrus Bowl stadium. The renovation was a $207 million, 10-month-long project that is finally finished. The stadium will host the Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl on Jan. 1, the Russell Athletic Bowl on Dec. 29, the Florida Citrus Parade on Dec. 30 and Monster Jam on Jan. 24.

Officers gear up for holidays

With the holidays approaching, Orlando-area law enforcers have been gearing up as holiday shoppers return. Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings has given tips on holiday shopping safety. Six years ago he started the holiday safety-initiative and has been hosting it at different venues each year. The safety program started on Nov. 28. Shoppers have been told to please report anything unusual they may see while at the mall and to be aware of their surroundings.

state Gunman shoots 3 victims at FSU

On Nov. 20, Strozier Library was filled with over 300 students studying for upcoming semester exams when gunman, Myron May, walked in and fired his gun wounding at least three victims, one of which is paralyzed from the waist down. The Tallahassee police shot and killed May outside of the library as he fled the scene. By 4:15 a.m. the campus was cleared and students were able to return to the dorms. Classes were canceled for Thursday and the students held a campus-wide photo/KATHLEEN MCGRORY/ MIAMI HERALD/TNS/MCT vigil.

Jurors convict murderer

Anita Smithey was convicted of murdering her husband Robert Cline III on Nov. 20. In May of 2010, Smithey and Cline had been separated for three months on but every Monday they got together to have sexual relations. Smithey claimed they had sex, she went to shower and expected he would leave but when she returned he grabbed her and raped her. In self defense Smithey shot Cline. The jury did not see the case that way and sentenced Smithey to 25 years.

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national Obama protects illegal immigrants

President Obama made a step on Thursday, Nov. 19, when he announced a plan to protect five million illegal immigrants from deportation. This plan will allow undocumented immigrants who are parents of U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents to legally live and work in the country for three years. The president’s plan makes it easier for those immigrants who are trained in high tech fields to continue working. The agenda also focused on the illegal immigrants with criminal records or ties to terrorist organizations.

Wilson not charged

On Nov. 24, a St. Louis County grand jury declined indictment of Officer Darren Wilson. In August, Wilson fired six shots during a confrontation, killing 18-yearold Michael Brown. Following the decision, crowds of citizens filled the streets near the Ferguson police station. Demonstrators set police cars and stores on fire, looted stores and hurled bricks through windows.

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Citizens advocate splitting state Ofﬁcials want South Florida to become the 51st state By JESSIE JALCA South Miami’s Vice Mayor Walter Harris proposed a resolution in favor of splitting the state in half, making South Florida the 51st state. Harris’ resolution passed with a 3-2 vote at the city commission meeting on Oct. 7. This allowed for the resolution to be sent to the Necessity governments of for the very the proposed survival of South Florida the entire counties for southern consideration. region of For the the current secession to state of be enacted, Florida City of South electoral Miami approval from resolution the entire state statement of Florida and Congressional approval is required. “I don’t think it will happen. Cultural inertia is hard to overcome,” senior Matthew Shinner said. The odds are against it; 28 states have tried and failed already numerous times since West Virginia’s split from Virginia during the Civil War. Only Congress has the power to actually make South Florida an official state, and the resolution is unlikely to come up, according to a political expert cited in an ABC News article. Nonetheless, Mayor Phillip Stoddard agrees with the idea of establishing a South Florida, mentioning that he has

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wanted to do split Florida for years though never put in a formal request. His opinion, however, is in the minority. “[I] do not support Florida being divided, nor do [I] believe such a split is likely to occur,” Senate President Andy Gardiner said. Even if it did, the decision and change would take time to pass. Everything from state sports teams and schools, including colleges, to new state laws and guidelines would have to be reestablished in both states. “I don’t think [Florida should split]. If we were to split it would cause disunity and culture problems. People would initially be really happy about it. Then, when they realize the problems, they would want it to go back,” Shinner said. Harris, however, argues that it is worth it. He claims that Tallahassee is not providing the southern half of Florida with proper representation or addressing its concerns when it comes to sea-level rising. Water levels are expected to rise three to six feet by the end of the century, and Harris claims that Florida must split so the problem can be properly addressed, and with urgency. This claim goes as far as calling the creation of South Florida “a necessity for the very survival of the entire southern region of the current state of Florida,” as it is stated clearly in the resolution. To solve water rising and the lack of representation problem, the resolution asks for the approval to create a northern border of Brevard, Orange, Polk, Hillsborough, and Pinellas counties for South Florida. Orlando would also have to be divided. This resolution hopes to bring up the problem to be better addressed in a new government,

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one that Mayor Harris believes will solve water rising issues more quickly. According to Harris, Orange County is especially important. This is where the South Florida Water Management District starts. However, senior Madison Barnett believes it is not worth the cost to create this new South Florida state. “I don’t think Florida should split. There’d be really bad economic issues because we’d have to pay for switching everything. I don’t think people realize it will cost money,” Barnett said. Neither for splitting the state of Florida, both Shinner and Barnett offer alternative solutions. “[We should] try to get more of a voice from the people. In order to fix the problems, we need to know what they are,” Barnett said. Agreeing, Shinner adds to the idea. “[We should try to] come to a political compromise, and find a governor that’s real moderate instead of shifting to one side or another,” Shinner said.

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April 9 , 2003 Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein’s rule collapses

Oct. 19, 2006 Saddam Hussein is hanged before dawn March 23. 2007 American military at an execution deaths supass chamber. 4,000

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Nov. 17, 2008 Iraqi Parliament ratifies pact that calls for American troops to pull out of most Iraqi cites.

March 7, 2010 Citizens of Iraq go to polls to elect a new Parliament

Oct. 21, 2011 President Barack Obama says last soldier will leave by end of 2011.

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“He’s in Texas right now. It’s been three months since he’s left home,” Tejeda said. “We’ve missed him a lot. He’s a very important part of our family.” Tejeda and her family are planning a homecoming party for her brother. Not as many people keep it as simple as Tejeda’s family will. One example occurred at a high school football game in Brussels, Belgium, in September 2013. Master Sgt. Joseph Martell returned early from tour in Afghanistan, his son Joseph was unaware. Joseph was a captain on his high school football team. When the captains met at midfield

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for the coin toss, Joseph saw a familiar figure in the opposing team’s jersey: his father. The crowd cheered as the two embraced and cried tears of happiness. Having a family member deployed can be difficult. ESE clerk Carolyn Sangrey knows the feeling. Her son, Carson, was a corporal in the United States Marine Corps. He went on two tours to Fallujah, Iraq, each lasting about seven months. On his first tour, he suffered a gunshot wound in his right thigh and spent three months recovering in Germany, which delayed his return home. “I was exuberant [when he came home] because I was worried the whole time he was gone. Always wondering ‘is he eating; is he safe’,” Sangrey said. One way Sangrey felt connected to

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Dec. 15, 2011 United States declares formal end to operations in Iraq

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her son was to pray he was safe and to send care packages, which she said he loved receiving. Tejeda also offered advice on how to comfort enlisted military personnel. “Send them lots and lots of letters. They really enjoy it,” Tejeda said. The Iraq War cost over 4,400 troops’

lives and cost more than $1 trillion to operate. As of Dec. 31, 2013, the American military had 1.37 million active members. Families around America will keep hoping and praying for their family members. Waiting for their special holiday present.

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WHAT IS THE IDEAL PRESENT?

As a collaboration between Hilights newspaper and photography students, Humans of Boone is a snapshot into students’ personalities. Check out humans.hilights.org, for candid photos and insightful quotes.

We asked 10 students to answer, “What is the craziest present you’ve ever given or received?” in 10 words.

Teninten “Boxes with smaller boxes inside of them with only $1” - McKay Ball, freshman

“A PS3 because I was not expecting to receive it.” - Johnathan Alexis, freshman

“My mother gave me tampons because she thinks I’m emotional.” - Kerry Alce, senior

Cash, because you can get what you want with it. Ariel Collier, senior

“A small black box with blank papers in it.” - Sevrin Smith, sophomore

“I gave a big bag of chips to my friend.” - Jamani Ridley, junior

“A zombie survival kit with guns and fake red blood.” - Brittany Taylor, sophomore

“I gave someone a gift card for finding my phone.”

“A small gift card in 10 really big cardboard boxes.” - Brian Piper, sophomore

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Music plays a huge role in society because it kind of shows what type of person you are. Camille McDonald, junior

Music lovers jam out Music listeners have arsenal ways of getting music By Ryan Linton Throughout history, ways of getting music has changed. It started with a 45 RPM record in the 1950s, to cassette tapes in the 1980s all the way to CDs in the 1990s. But in today’s day and age, most music is downloaded digitally. “Kids probably get music illegally because it is free and easy,” junior Camille McDonald said. There are a variety of ways one can download music legally. One method is getting music from iTunes. Music sells on iTunes from a range of free to $1.29. Customers can also buy full albums on iTunes. For example, all 13 songs of Taylor Swift’s new album 1989 can be purchased for $12.99. “iTunes is the best way [to get

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music] because it is cheap sometimes and there is no way to get in trouble. It shouldn’t be as expensive because celebrities make enough money,” sophomore Zachary Huddleston said. Another way one can download music is through Spotify. Spotify can be downloaded for free, but also offers a premium version with no advertisements. In the free version, music can be browsed or searched by artist, genre, playlist, album or record label. Users can also listen to Spotify’s radio feature, which plays a random selection of music based on specific genres and decades. One downside to this feature is the user is limited to six skips if they dislike a song that is playing. In the premium version, which costs $10 a month, users have unlimited skips, high quality audio, and no advertisement interruptions. Along with this, users can

listen to music offline and download music within the app. Another legal way a person can get music is downloading music through YouTube. Google recently released YouTube Music Key Beta on the Google Play store. It features out of app listening, ad-free music, and a six month free trial. Users can make their own playlists or listen to other user’s playlists. Along with the perks listed above, users of YouTube Music Key can listen to music offline and unlimited access to Google Play Music. Listening to music has changed over the past 60 years and has become much easier than having to carry a record around. Instead of having to push a cassette in a Walkman, one can just pull out their smart phone or iPod, pop in some headphones, and enjoy their music.

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More than cat videos Students get creative online using YouTube By STEPHANIE LANDIS YouTube is commonly know for its abundance of cat videos, music and a finger biting Charlie. However, in recent years, creators have flocked to the site because it gives them control over their content and offers a unique opportunity to connect with the audience that television can not offer; changing the entertainment business. While the money and minor fame does attract people to upload on the site, many create videos simply for themselves or their small fan base. “[Without YouTube] I’d just go on Netflix. What is my life without YouTube? I might have to start socializing- that’s terrifying,” sophomore Clark Levi said. Levi and his father upload point of view videos of Florida water parks and water slides. They created their channel in 2009 and their most popular video has 1,098,253 views. The pair has only stopped recently because of lack of funds to travel to new water parks. “My dad started it as just a random account. I thought [the videos] were cool so I kept doing it,” Levi said. The channel has near one thousand subscribers and has built a small but positive community around it. “For our channel personally, [the community] has a lot of people that appreciate [our videos]. We do get haters or comments asking for more of a girl in a bikini that has nothing to do

Tools to create a successful YouTube video A camera, phone or camcorder to record. An editing software such as iMovie to cut unwanted scenes. A creative topic and entertaining personality to attract viewers photo/CLARK LEVI

with our video,” Levi said. Another student has a much smaller community surrounding their videos. Freshman Charly Reynolds uploads video blogs, commonly known as vlogs, and recordings of her singing. Her channel has around 20 subscribers. “I just like to make videos. Whenever I’m bored, it’s just fun to edit them and share with people,” Reynolds said. Reynolds does not upload on a schedule, only when she is in the mood. “[My video] depends on how I am feeling. If I’m sick, it’s a [video saying]

‘Oh my god I have to go back to school’. If I am not sick, [the video] is singing,” Reynolds said. Part of the appeal of these videos and blogs is personality. Prominent YouTubers are entertaining while being personable. YouTuber’s and their personality become their brand. “[My advice for creating a video is] to not be afraid of what others will think of you. Be yourself and don’t be shy about it” Reynolds said. Personality alone can not attract viewers. Videos must have an original

style or topic. Youtube statistics show that six billion hours worth of video are uploaded each month and 100 hours each minute. With all of the content being produced, a new idea may seem impossible. Finding something one enjoys, such as watersides or singing is always a good place to start for ideas. “[My advice for making a video is to] try to find something no one else is doing. Tyr to think of something original that people aren’t doing, like water slides,” Levi said

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By CIARA MCCOY The Internet is a way to broadcast oneself. The youth in particular have been drawn to social media sites. For the first time ever, kids can focus on promoting and displaying who they really are. First there was MySpace where users could create a profile dedicated entirely to themselves. Facebook came along and took it one step further. Today about 1.35 billion people use Facebook. This serves as a way to connect with people and as a way to market oneself. While 56 percent of Americans have a profile on a social networking site, different age groups are attracted to different sites, some more than others. As Facebook was, and still is, extremely popular, now, mostly adults use the social networking site. While the number of adults on Facebook ages 55 and over has increased 80 percent, teens have declined 25 percent over the last three years. After all, the average attention span of a teenager is eight seconds. Knowing this, founders Evan Williams, Noah Glass, Jack Dorsey and Biz Stone created Twitter. Twitter allows users to post up to 140 characters about anything they want. This proved successful as there are an

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estimated 500 million tweets posting everyday from their 284 million active daily users. Twitter also owns Vine; a six second video app, which takes social media to the next level. Vine currently has about 40 million active daily users, but most access videos from the Twitter app itself. Videos have increased in popularity. So much so that Tumblr, a popular blogging website, has taken a more video-based approach. It began as a blogging site and has adapted, which shows that each social networking site will have to adapt to the current trends or they will lose popularity. This can be seen when MySpace was popular and now it only has 36 million users. Aside from videos, music has become a center for attention. Sixty-four percent of teens listen to music through YouTube. Instagram, a picture sharing app, has about 200 million active users and has over 20 billion pictures posted to date. With all these users it is apparent that social networking has become part of the average American’s life. Currently, 22 percent of Americans use a social networking site several times a day. This spread is focused on how the Internet and its trends are affecting teens and how it will have an effect on them in years to come.

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Teens ride the ever changing landscape called social media By ROBERTO GUEVARA From fashion to music, teenagers have become the pinnacle of society influencing trends and paving the way towards innovation. Their most recent fixation has been the adoption of a new life aboard the cyber realm posting photos, anecdotes, and any mundane activity one can imagine. The first prominent social network, Friends Reunited, arose in Great Britain in 1999 and was meant to locate past schoolmates. Since then, social media platforms began surfacing with teenagers at the helm. As of now, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tumblr are the reigning titans. “I really like Instagram. With Instagram it’s like ‘welcome to the world of Helena’ [while] I use Facebook to keep in touch with people,” sophomore Helena Cooper said. Alongside opinions, teens are notorious for posting selfies. “You can get likes and people may think you’re attractive and get a boost of self confidence,” senior Daniel Nicolas said. Technological advancements have not only allowed for this new world to be possible but it has also found a way for it to be stored in one’s very own pocket with the introduction of the smartphone, a device designed for quick access that has resulted in an increased thirst that can only be quenched by scrolling through feeds and profiles. “I constantly check it. It became more prominent in high school because everyone’s on social media,” Cooper said. All ages have adopted this need for worldwide connectivity. Certain sites are more popular among adults such as

Gooogle+, LinkedIn and Pinterest which are not geared to attract teens, though some still utilize these sites . Sites such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter prove to be age blind though are approached with different intentions. “Older people post to inform family and friends while teens are trying to get likes and fit in,” Nicolas said. Age is not the only factor that affects what one posts. Different sites offer alternative outlets for expression and preference varies between individuals. Cooper finds that Facebook and Tumblr allow for the most expression of one’s opinion. Nicolas on the other hand prefers Instagram for its ability to enhance one’s appearance and the possibility of receiving positive feedback. “When I post and people comment ‘oh that’s amazing’ it makes me feel accepted. [It’s like] you’re Beyoncé for 30 seconds,” Nicolas said. Although these sites are currently popular, the world of social media is ever changing. Teens now utilize the web, not as a form of research as it was once intended, but as a way to express themselves and communicate with family and friends. Piper Jaffray, an investment bank and asset firm, conducted a survey over the course of six months, from spring to fall, showing the overall preference for each social media site. The surveyor found that Facebook has decreased in preference by 50 percent, Instagram and Twitter by 4 percent and the preference for Tumblr has remained the same. “I feel like [social media] will get more popular. I see there being more websites and people won’t know how to handle themselves. There would be too many things to check and it would overtake their lives,” Cooper said.

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When I first started I used it like once a day, I only use it now for theatre. Noah Williams, junior

I use more social media sites now than before. I have changed the stuff I post. Zhana Lopez, senior

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We come out stronger in the second half because we want it more and we have so much talent. Sarah Combs, senior

Injuries cripple team’s potential Girls work to overcome injuries as they prepare for Winter Park By CIARA MCCOY Lights shine down on senior Sarah Combs as she guards her opponent. One aggressive forward later and Combs is left on the ground with a broken collarbone, ending her senior season. While the girls’ talent and heart play a key role in their success, injuries and sickness have been their downfall. Combs is not the only player injured. Senior Kaylyn Harper, sophomore Alexandra Lopez, sophomore Jacey Reece and sophomore Sarah Aikens have been all injured, as well as seniors Kennedy Heath and Emily Stearns being sick earlier in the season. When the team played Oak Ridge, they lacked subs due to sickness and injuries. Even though the girls won, 8-0, it was

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STARE DOWN. On Nov. 18, senior, forward Mackenzie Chambers gets possession of the ball. “[Soccer] gives you a lot of opportunities and you learn a lot from playing on a team,” Chambers said. Chambers currently has the second most goals scored with seven.

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still challenging. According to Combs, the girls try to stay consistent in every game, even the easy ones. “Sometimes our chemistry isn’t there and it falls apart. We’re working on the little things that kill us in games,” Combs said. Even though injuries can be disheartening, it has not killed their spirit. The team plans to make it past district play and to the state playoffs. “I think we can have a really successful season and win districts if we can keep people healthy,” coach Brooke Smith said. The team has a 7-6-1 record and is looking only to improve. “Our record isn’t showing how truly good we are, but I really think we’re going to go farther this year than we have in previous years,” sophomore Lindsey Jackson said. According to Combs, the team has an advantage because of their continued performance and never-quit attitudes throughout games. “We come out stronger in the second half because we want it more and we have so much talent,” Combs said. While the team is focusing on district play, they are also focusing on their game versus their rival, Winter Park. According to Jackson, they have always had a rivalry with the Wildcats and it will be their most challenging game as they are physical opponents. Freshman Jazmin Adlam already has high hopes. “We’ve lost to [Winter Park] in previous years. We can beat them this year because we are really talented and close knit,” Adlam said. They are preparing for the Winter Park match up by completing drills that are physically demanding, so they are ready for the Wildcats’ physicality. “We put a lot of time and effort into practice. We don’t fool around and everything we do in practice can be applied to the game and has purpose,” Combs said. Practice has proven to be helpful as the girls have come out on top in seven games. In their game against Seminole, 2-0, senior Mackenzie Chambers scored the first two goals of the season. Two weeks later in their game against Apopka, 4-3, sophomore Jewell Gentry-Mickelson returned from being injured and scored two goals, while Chambers and Adlam each added one goal. In another close game against Cypress Creek, 5-2, Mickelson added another three goals with Chambers and Harper each adding one. Gentry-Mickelson returned from injury and now leads the team in goals with 13. Chambers is next with seven goals and Adlam trails close behind with six. The girls will put their skills to the test as they take on Winter Park tonight at home at 7:30.

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ORCHESTRA CONCERT

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO THIS SEASON?

There will be an orchestra concert on Dec. 18. at 7 p.m., cost is free. It will feature selections to put the audience in the holiday spirit. A highlight will be the performance of Antonio Corelli’s Christmas Concerto.

Watching boys run back and forth is awesome. And winning. That’s good too. Zoe Burzee, junior

Season preview: A new era

By SAM SCHIFFER Looking to sustain and build upon a successful 17-9 record from last season, the boys’ basketball team faces familiar opponents with the starting five. The varsity team started the season with a tough road game against Apopka and did not get to play in front of a friendly crowd until Dec. 2, five games into the season. Despite the difficult start, head coach Greg Shirley remains confident in his players’ abilities. “We have a very tough schedule, and we are concentrating on becoming a better team every day in practice and each game,” Shirley said. With Shirley as their coach, the Braves have been ranked among the top 10 teams in the state and have had a winning record each season since he signed on in the 2011-2012 season. The key to The team will have to play this season without Barry Taylor, who is is if they are starting his rookie season with the willing to UCF Knights. With the highest scoring average in the history of sacrifice for the Metro Conference, Taylor was each other a dominating force with 34.5 points and to play per game last season. The Braves will defense have to adjust to the loss of his reliable scoring presence. with great “I will always be thankful for having tenacity. the chance to coach BJ Taylor, but I Greg Shirley am concentrating with the new group Head Coach of players to become the best team that we can be,” Coach Shirley said. With seven of the 11 players being seniors, this veteran team looks to build upon the success of the “BJ Era” and create a season of their own to remember. The next game is Tuesday, Dec. 16, at 7:30 p.m. at Winter Park High School.

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Height/Grade: 5-foot-11, freshman Experience: 1st year for Boone. Goals: “I’m looking forward to finally playing at Boone because I’ve watched Boone basketball since fourth grade. And just having fun.” Signature Move: “My signature move is a hesitation move into an in-and-out crossover.”

Height/Grade: 6-foot-2, senior Experience: 2nd year on varsity. Goals: “I’m looking forward to having fun with my teammates and making it far in the season.” Signature Move: “I drive in and do an in-and-out cross with a pull up fade away.”

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HEIGHT/GRADE: 6-foot-1, junior EXPERIENCE: 2nd year on varsity. GOALS: “I’m looking forward to getting better each day and playing as a team. I hope to get further in the playoffs than last year.” SIGNATURE MOVE: “Shoot 3-pointers and be a team player and leader.”

HEIGHT/GRADE: 6-foot-5, senior EXPERIENCE: 3rd year on varsity. GOALS: “I’m looking to improve my skills as a better basketball player and become a better leader.” SIGNATURE MOVE: “My signature move is being able to shoot the 3-pointers.”

Height/Grade: 6-foot-3, senior Experience: 2nd year on varsity. Goals: “To play as hard as I can in each game that I play and to take my team far in the playoffs.” Signature Move: “My signature move on the court is baseline penetration. Off the court, it’s being a leader.”

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Yearbooks are on sale for $75 until Jan. 9. Students can take a check or cash to Room 224 or by online at www.schoolpay.com. A sales table will be outside the Trading Post, Jan. 8-9 during both lunch shifts. No books will be sold after Jan. 9. Payment plans are available with a $10 deposit.

I like it because it is a fast paced and very intense sport and very enjoyable to watch. Nishard Maharaj, senior

Working past the weekly grind Girls basketball adapts to loss of star player

SHOOT. On Dec. 4, senior Carlyn Attaway shoots for a threepointer. The girls lost 45-62, puting their record at (8-5).

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By Conor Kvatek After hearing he would be losing his star player, Cassandra Ketchum, head coach, Jerry Williams, went back to the drawing board. “It was a tremendous loss. Having a player of her [Cassie’s] caliber that has played for three years changed the overall strategy that I had implemented for the team,” Coach Williams said. Ketchum, who had an ACL and MCL injury, was not only just an important player because of her skill on the court, but also because of her ability to be a leader when the team needed it most. “Before, I had always tried to just lead by example, but now I am just here to be a more vocal leader, making sure everyone is on the same page,” Ketchum said. Junior guard Sadie Desroches hopes to change things and shine some light on what has been a dark situation for the girls team. “Everyone has to step up a notch and do even more than they did before,” Desroches said. The girls started the regular season

with a win over University, 49-47, and another win against Timber Creek, 50-38, but faced a tough loss against Winter Park, 34-55, and Colonial, 36-49. The point gaps the team sees in games, such as Winter Park, are a problem frequently in the latter half of games. Coach Williams said for his players to be a better team the girls need to know what they are doing wrong and how to correct themselves. “It is a combination of allowing the girls to understand the negative things that happened in the game and [have them] see that they can overcome it in the next game,” Coach Williams said. Losing Ketchum for the season has forced some players to step up, notably freshman center Brittney Smith, who is 6-foot-3 and averaging 10 points per game . “Without Cassie everyone needs to step up since she was a big aspect of the team and we really need one person to step up and be a leader,” Smith said. Despite some tough losses and losing their star player the team has found success in their new style even if it is not the one Coach Williams was hoping to institute. The girls play Dr. Phillips tonight at 7:30 p.m. in the Wayne Rickman Gymnasium.

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By ALEXIS BUSKIRK People drive straight past Zaza’s New Cuban Diner on Curry Ford without giving it a second glance. But those who stop in discover a hidden gem of a restaurant shrouded by gas stations and subdivisions. Zaza’s traces its origins back to the founding family who immigrated here from Cuba and decided to make a living cooking the food they knew best. They saw a need for cultural flavor and fulfilled this need with Zaza’s. The family did more than simply add variety to the community; they created a restaurant that offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert at affordable prices. Good service and a desire to reach out

and connect with customers through both face-to-face conversations as well as constant updates on their Facebook page keep Zaza’s connected. As expected, they have mastered a variety of classic Cuban sandwiches and have managed to put their own twist on age-old recipes. Their version of the pan con lechon, for instance, captures the simplicity of a Cuban classic. Made with pork and added texture, crunchy potato stix layered on top of the Cuban style slow roast pork, squashed between a long loaf of toasted, Cuban bread. They also have a variety of other Cuban dishes including eight platos that come with one’s choice of three sides and range from $6.95 to $10.95. For an extra $1.75, two eggs can top the dish. The picadillo, a Cuban style ground beef, is a great choice for someone looking for a flavor packed

dish on the mild side. All of their food is inexpensive, flavorful and filling. The only problem one may find is the pronunciation of the dishes. While Zaza’s food and service stand out, the atmosphere lacks the homey feeling originally intended, coming off as slightly run down and cramped. Their recently added location in Altamonte looks much cleaner and promises future attention to the original location. Unlike other locally run restaurants, Zaza’s is leading the way in online marketing. On their Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, You Tube accounts and website, customers can find updates on new developments, such as the newest location and special deals. So if one is ever craving classically crafted Cuban food or wants a quiet place to talk with a couple friends, Zaza’s is the place to go.

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WHAT HOLIDAY TRADITION ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO?

The math lab is open every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. in Dr. Teresa Tachon’s room, 13-207.

I like setting up Christmas for my younger brother. Rosalind Helsinger, sophomore

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12 Usher: the UR Experience at the Amway Center, 7:30 p.m.

Destiny: The Dark Below for Play Station 4 releases

Nicki Minaj’s The Pinkprint album releases.

Hanukkah begins

18 Tastes from around the World continues at Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort.

Orlando Magic versus Boston Celtics at the Amway Center, 7 p.m.

Resogun releases for the Play Station Vita.

Oklahoma versus Clemson in the Russel Athletic Bowl at the Citrus Bowl, 5:30 p.m. on ESPN

Christmas Eve

A Most Violent Year (R) starring Academy Award nominated actress Jessica Chastain.

6 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

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27 The Book of Mormon at the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center from Dec. 26 to Jan. 4, 8 p.m.

Into The Woods (PG), the film adaptation of the popular musical, releases and stars Johnny Depp and Meryl Streep.

Breakfast with Santa at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, 9 a.m.

Orlando Ballet: The Nutcracker at the Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.

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New Year’s Day Oregon (#2) versus Florida State (#4) in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, 5 p.m. on ESPN

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WHAT DOES YOUR BACKPACK SAY ABOUT YOU?

French Honor Society is offering academic help and support for all French I and II students. Tutoring sessions are three times a week: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15-3 p.m. in Safia Mami’s classroom, 10-205.

It says that I’m adaptable, active and outgoing. The multiple pockets keep me organized. Christina Morejon, junior

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By MEGHAN COTTON Backpacks come in all different shapes, sizes and colors. Students use backpacks as a way to express themselves. The backpack one chooses can say a lot about his personality even if he is not aware of it. We asked five students what their backpacks say about them. Here’s what they had to say:

The Supers�ed

Black Jansport

Extra Pockets

The Fashionista

The Slacker

The Free Thinker

Purse

Notebook

Satchel

Jordan Long, sophomore

Gabriel Del Greco, junior

Tiyahna Carter, senior

Aleczander Beshere, senior

Cyann Melendez, freshman

What do you think your backpack says about you? “I wanted a black backpack so I could match all my outfits. Plus everyone else had one.”

What do you think your backpack says about you? “It shows how large my determination is and how much I want to succeed.”

What do you think your backpack says about you? “I rarely come to school. I don’t care about anything but graduating.”

What it really says about you:

What do you think your backpack says about you? “It says that I’m girly. It’s more convenient for me. It also says that I am classy and not ratchet.” What it really says about you:

What it really says about you:

What do you think your backpack says about you? “It’s easy to grab and go. I wanted to be different and break away from the typical backpack.” What it really says about you:

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basic organized modest efficient

always prepared chooses comfort over style ambitious practical

chooses style over comfort up-to-date on fashion outgoing personality confident

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Word Scramble 1. CHRISTMAS 2. HANUKKAH 3. INTERNET 4. PHONE 5. TWITTER

easy going not prepared minimalistic has senioritis

independent quiet open-minded creative