William R. Boone High School Student Paper
Friday, October 9, 2009 Volume 58, Issue No.1
For Students, By Students
2000 South Mills Avenue Orlando, Florida 32806
Stop wH1N1ng, it’s the flu By AMANDA FLEMINGER Though concern and publicity surrounds the deadly swine flu, the virus is not as horrible as one may think if one seeks a doctor’s help immediately. H1N1, the scientific name for swine flu, is like the seasonal flu but it is spreading more and more every day. According to Principal Margaret McMillen, there have been five students on campus with physician-confirmed swine flu. The first known outbreak on campus was during band camp when freshman Michael Medina contracted swine flu. “It was my first time [at band camp]; I actually wanted to learn the movements and learn the music. Finding out I had to go home after the first day was disappointing,” Medina said. H1N1 first started spreading the beginning of March 2009, and the numbers of those infected are doubling worldwide. Swine flu is a contagious virus that spreads from human-to-human contact. Differing from the seasonal flu, H1N1 affects people younger than 25 years old rather than those older than 65 years of age. According to the Center for Disease Control, the swine flu is deadlier than the leading seasonal flu which kills an average of 36,000 a year. According to the World Health Organization, there were 625 recorded deaths the week of Aug. 30 which is more than 20% of the 2,837 known deaths since the swine flu first appeared in the United States and Mexico. The WHO laboratory had 254,206 confirmed cases of those infected with the disease world-wide. Though the United States is affected by the disease, the numbers aren’t as great as those in the western hemisphere including most third world countries.
Please see,
page
10
table of contents
October 9, 2009 Volume 59, Issue No.1
opinions
5
The imminent shutdown of NASA’s space shuttle division raises a debate over the significance of space exploration in modern days.
campus and local
9
Senior year brings a plethora of tasks and responsibilities to accomplish before graduation.
featured spread
13
The best attractions in Orlando, from the best movie theatre to mall, are highlighted by our staff.
sports
22
With a current rank in the top 10 of the state, the boys and girls varsity cross country teams and Coach Paul Katauskas work to maintain their excellence.
entertainment
34 photo/EMILY O’LOANE
To Contact This paper is a quality product whose sole purpose is to pursue the truth, and to provide information and factual news pertaining to Boone and the community around it. Any questions or comments can be directed to (407) 893-7200, extension 2614 or room 224. If you find any errors, please call our offices or visit us.
Advertising We welcome advertising into the paper, however, we do not publish advertising for tobacco, alcohol or illegal substances. The paper is free to students and subscriptions are available for $10. Advertising prices are as follows: Business card $25 Quarter page $45 Half page $75 Full page $150 Inside front or back $175 Contact our offices for exact press dates.
In every issue
28
Halloween Horror Nights returns for a terrifying nineteenth year with “Ripped from the Silver Screen.”
22
2 Letter from the Editor 3 Our View 5 Dye Sassy 16 The New Black 12 One in Three Thousand 17 Nine in Nine 24 Restaurant Review 26 In the Zone 28 Sneak Peeks photo/JUSTIN KANE
opinions
Editor
ENTERING A BRAVE NEW TABLET-SIZED WORLD
W
elcome to a brand new year on campus! Along with the new school year, it is also my pleasure to welcome you to the school’s newly redesigned Hi-Lights newspaper. Though the publication may look different from the traditional newspaper we produced last year, our mission to pursue the truth and objectively report it to the student body remains the same. To borrow a phrase from the summer’s One Book, One Boone campaign, life as we knew it has changed for us on the newspaper staff. Our decision to switch from a standard newspaper design to a more modern format ended up being an arduous and perplexing affair that we undertook in order to create a more entertaining and distinctive newspaper for the student body. With a mere staff of 14 student writers and photographers, we tried to determine how to make our publication more interesting and intriguing so we could broaden our readership; however, we also worked to maintain our status as a professional, reputable and honest source for news. We did our best on the task set before us and the result is here in your hands. Hopefully now you will be able to read the paper at your desk, which was one of our original goals. With our new modern format, stories highlighting the diverse activities of Boone students will be more prominent. Also, more graphics and design elements will be on each page to hook readers into each story. If you want more information concerning a certain story, See and Hear boxes will tell about upcoming games or news that go along with a topic. However, the redesign of Hi-Lights is not over yet. Another goal we set for ourselves is to make Hi-Lights the true student forum of the school. This newspaper is created for the benefit of the students, and the material represented in it should be the material that the student body wants covered. In order to become a true forum for you, we need your input on everything from past news to current events. There are new ways for students who are not on newspaper staff to help us out in this process and to participate in the creation of the newspaper. If you are a cartoonist, feel free to draw up a political cartoon for our next issue. If you feel the content of our paper is lacking or that we misrepresented a topic, write in a letter to the editor and we will include it in our next issue on the editorials page. If you have an idea for a monthly column you would want to write, send the idea in and we will work with you on making your idea become a reality. Also, every issue, write in a response to our public forum topic which is sent to all the social studies teachers prior to printing the paper. Your
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Emily O’Loane MANAGING EDITOR David Matteson COPY EDITOR Jonathan Warren BUSINESS MANAGER Lindsey Dye CAMPUS AND LOCAL EDITOR Catherine Porter FEATURES EDITOR Victoria Boatman response could end up in the newspaper. If you are in a club or on a sports team and have a story idea that you would like to see in the newspaper, contact us and we will discuss writing a story about your idea in the next issue. Any and all creative advice is desired. Without input from the student body, the newspaper becomes a forum only for people on newspaper staff. By contributing whatever you can to the newspaper, Hi-Lights will become the true public forum of the student body, which is what a school newspaper should be. Hi-Lights newspaper is created for students, by students. Help us continue our tradition of being a quality and exceptional publication.
Our staff needs your help to make Hi-Lights the true student forum of the school.
The door to Room 224 is always open to any comments, suggestions, praise or critique. We are waiting for your help.
Hi-Lights is a student publication of William R. Boone High School, 2000 South Mills Avenue, Orlando, Florida, 32806. The ideas and views of the aforementioned students and faculty are not necessarily those of Boone or the Orange County School Board. Opinions expressed in unsigned editorials are those of the editorial board, who determine the content. Opinions expressed in columns are those of the authors. Comments, letters, stories and ideas are welcome and encouraged under the following: 1. The material is not obscene or libelous 2. The material is signed The staff reserves the right to edit letters for grammar, length, punctuation,
page 4
SPORTS EDITOR Brendan Hall ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR Karen Jaen INDEX EDITOR Katie Edwards
REPORTERS Cooper Brock Justin Kane Amanda Fleminger
Emily O’Loane, editor-in-chief
Editorial Policy Policy Statement
EDITORIAL BOARD
Jessica McCoy Tyler Patrick
accuracy, invasion of privacy and potential disruption of the school. Hi-Lights is associated with Florida Scholastic, American Scholastic, Columbia Scholastic and National Scholastic Press Associations and Quill and Scroll.
Our Mission This paper is a quality product whose sole purpose is to pursue the truth, and to provide information and factual news pertaining to Boone and the community around it. Any questions or comments can be directed to (407) 893-7200, extension 2614 or Room 224. If you find any errors, please call our offices or visit us.
October 9, 2009
OTHER ADVISER Renée Burke PRINCIPAL Margaret McMillen
hi-lights
opinions
View
Space program at crossroad By JONATHAN WARREN As the expiration date on NASA’s shuttle program draws near, critics wonder whether the organization will continue to provide a worthwhile manned space-exploration program. Currently, the government plans to end shuttle funding for NASA in October 2010. This, however, does not mean that Americans will never reach space again. NASA is developing alternative spacecrafts such as the Orion capsule and the Ares I rocket that hopefully will be capable of carrying man to space. NASA hopes to return man to the moon by 2020, as well as to explore the inner solar system and go to Mars in future decades. However, these short and long term goals cannot be achieved without an increase of $3 billion a year to its current 2010 budget, according to the Review of U.S. Human Space Flight Plans
Committee, a presidential committee assigned to study NASA’s future plans and options and return a report. When the government plans to reduce NASA funding, it is imperative rather that it increases it by roughly $3 billion. Without the change in budget, NASA’s plans to send man to the moon once again will be delayed until the late 2020’s. In a 12-page document, the committee stated, “The U.S. human spaceflight program appears to be on an unsustainable trajectory. It is perpetuating the perilous practice of pursuing goals that do not match allocated resources.” The committee found that “no plan compatible with the fiscal year 2010 budget permits human exploration to continue in any meaningful way.” It is estimated that 5,000 NASA jobs will be lost worldwide, including nearly 3,000 at the local Kennedy Space Center. If the space program does not receive the proper funding to continue
significant progress, that number will only rise. NASA plans to relocate many of these jobs when it switches to its new shuttle. In this current economic recession, it is understandable that government officials would be slow to release $3 billion, but the space program deserves to be ranked among the nation’s top priorities. Space exploration has lead to countless scientific discoveries, and landing man on Mars is within reach. In 2008, Time Magazine ranked the top 10 scientific discoveries of the year. Of the 10, four related to space and physics. “Funding at the increased level would allow either an exploration program to explore the Moon First plan or one that follows a Flexible Path of exploration. Either could produce results in a reasonable time frame,” the Review concluded. Without proper government funding, American space exploration would be slowed to a lengthy halt.
The U.S. human spaceflight program appears to be on an unsustainable trajectory.
NASA SPACE SHUTTLE PROGRAM WILL BE ELIMINATED IN 2010 I think it’s going to put a lot of people out of jobs. It is going to be really bad for families. -lauren keith, freshman
Forum Humans need alternative plan
I believe space exploration is vital to scientific discovery because, as it is so obvious, the earth is “dying” and running out of resources. For human existence to continue, we have to find a way to slow the progression or find somewhere else to live. Much research is being done relating to water, extraterrestrial existence and the possibility of human life on Mars. If we discontinue these pursuits, we may run into the end of human existence because we did not have an alternative plan.
- floyd agostonelli, sophomore
Shuttle launches hurt planet
I think space exploration is a waste of time and money because we spend a lot of money just for a rocket to go out into space and look at all the other planets and check out satellites. Also, shooting a rocket out of our planet destroys the planet every time. All the gas and chemicals shoot out and drop pieces of the rocket in the sea.
NASA’s already had many discoveries. It’s horrible because there’s much left to observe. -emely toro, junior
-hollie farrell, senior
IS SPACE EXPLORATION IMPORTANT TO SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY? Exploration fueled by the unknown
I understand how people believe that space exploration is not worth the risk and price. Yet, who knows what is out there. We have seen amazing photos and learned so much on black holes, space novas and how stars are created. Everything ties together somehow. Who knows what we could find or do with the technology for space exploration. We have already made inventions that help us everyday. So, in fact, they have supported the community. Why can’t we support the space program?
- alex besuden, sophomore
Other planets teach us about ours
I definitely think that space exploration is important to scientific discovery. Just by observing multiple planets and their surfaces, climates and atmospheres, we can learn so much about our planet. Today, so much of our knowledge about the creation of our planet comes from observing other ones.
- nikia toomey, sophomore
Discoveries are life altering
I think that space exploration is extremely beneficial to scientific discovery. We live within planet Earth and basically get to see nothing outside of it with our own eyes. There’s so much out there that we don’t know about and exploring that part of the universe may even help explain why things are how they are on Earth. Getting to see or experience something “out of this planet” would be life altering and could potentially change your perspective on life.
- robbi-anne garrett, sophomore
Space crucial to life on earth
I think space exploration is important and beneficial to scientific discovery because we would not have cell phones or television if it wasn’t for the satellites we have in space. We are still learning many things about space and planets. I think it’s important that we keep learning about these planets because they may have resources that we may need on earth.
- jack moch, senior
- sandrel cabrera, freshman
hi-lights
I’ve only seen a shuttle take off once. I’m sad that I won’t be able to see any next year.
October 9, 2009
page 5
opinions
Dye
The way it really is... Lindsey Dye Business Manager/ Ad Editor Opinions
DRESS CODE WEARS OUT WELCOME
R
unning late to class is never fun, but being late because one was stopped for dress code is even worse. Before leaving home, stare yourself down in the mirror. Make sure the shorts or skirts you are wearing rest on your mid-thigh or come down to your finger tips. If they are pushing it, do not even try to wear the item to school; just wait until the weekend to show some skin. Even if you have gotten away with wearing a certain piece of clothing before, chances are you will be caught at some point in time before the end of the year. If you feel it is an absolute necessity to wear scandalous and skimpy clothing to school, make sure to keep a pair of jeans and a T-shirt in a locker. However, if this is the case, you might want to consider therapy. Dress code isn’t only a problem for girls. Guys need to know the dress code applies to them as well. Things such as hats and sunglasses are prohibited and shirts with inappropriate graphics are not allowed either. So that shirt with the lady who is hanging out all over the place, with a Bud Light in her hand doesn’t need to see the day light on weekdays and should stay in the closet.
Students will argue for hours asking if this school is all about academics, why it is so important for the administration to call students out of class just to make them change clothes. Granted, administration needs to have respect for students taking advanced placement classes which require every day of instruction in order to be prepared for the exam in May. However, if students didn’t wear clothes that would cause the administration to call them out of class, there would never be a problem and this would no longer be an issue. Yes, it’s true that if admin are going to punish someone for wearing inappropriate clothes, they should do it before school, during lunch or between classes but this isn’t the case and the only thing that can be done about it would be for students to come to school in dress code. The administration has a huge communication problem, with each other and with students. Instead of thinking that a good argument would be to say one admin will consider something in dress code and another will consider it out of dress code, come to school in dress code or ask the administrators if they would consider the atricle of clothing in or out of dress code before wearing it to school and risk getting into trouble.
So that shirt with the lady who is hanging out all over the place, with a Bud Light in her hand doesn’t need to see the day light on weekdays and should stay in the closet.
If students realized more quickly that they can wear tiny shorts and shirts without sleeves on the weekends or after school then maybe admin wouldn’t have to waste anyone’s time making people change into awful baggy clothes. There have already been 181 dress code referrals this year. That is absolutely insane! We have only been through six weeks of school and already 181 students have gotten referrals for being out of dress code. Dress code is something that should be simple. However, it is one of the most inconsistent and confusing policies on campus and no one can figure out why. Basically, don’t wear something that’s too short, keep your pants on your waist, cover your shoulders and keep your jewels hidden. Dress code is something that must be followed, no matter what. It is a battle you aren’t going to win. Know the policies on dress code and become fully aware that it is being strictly enforced. The county has the right to switch the school to uniforms, so let’s all just follow the rules because it could be a lot worse. Having to wear uniforms is most definitely the last thing we want to happen.
Write In
Would you ask this column to prom? Or do you wish it was buried six feet under? If either then write and deliver a letter to Rm. 224. It’d be lovely to hear from you.
Lifestyles of the rich, talentless AMERICA’S TALENT FACTOR FALLS TO AN ALL TIME LOW
The music industry has reached a point of no return. Altering artists’ voices eliminates the need for talent.
page 6
By TYLER PATRICK Cruising down the street, one turns on the radio to find the newest pop tune, and immediately starts to bounce to the bass-pumping dance music playing from the speakers. The question rising, however, is whether the music one is listening to today is fake or real. The voices of singers today are put through synthesizers before the music is made into an album. Synthesizers are used to tweak different frequencies to make a voice sound more professional; they can even make a girl who can’t sing for her life, sound like she can sing every note on key. This has lead to celebrities such as Paris Hilton and Heidi Montag starting singing careers. Although both of their music is decent pop, one knows for a fact that synthesizers tweaked their voices. One can easily go to YouTube and find a video of Paris Hilton singing “Happy Birthday” to Hugh Hefner where she also sounds like a dying animal. Also, if one has watched the reality show I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here, then one might have heard Heidi Montag try to belt out tunes from her upcoming album. In the scene Heidi gets called out by co-star Janice Dickinson
who refers to Montag’s singing as a “cat being thrown into water.” Although the accusations against Montag’s singing are cruel, they are truthful. Both Hilton and Montag have albums being released sometime this year, which are amazing pieces of art. This, however, is no thanks to either star because the true artists of both of these albums are the people who were able to make both singers actually sound “decent.” Another area in the category of fake music is lip-synching. The process of lip-synching doesn’t give the listener any evidence on whether the singer is actually singing her real voice or a version that has been synthesized. The idea of lip-synching kills the original idea of a music concert. Music concerts are supposed to be about hearing the singer reach the high notes and make the crowd go wild; lately though it seems that people are more interested in seeing a singer rip her clothes off then sing a live version of the song. The use of a synthesizer provides false hope for the future adults of America. Children and teenagers today are provided with the hope that they too can be a famous singer like Hannah Montana, and with the excessive use of synthesizers in the industry it makes one believe that they
October 9, 2009
illustration/TYLER PATRICK
too can sound amazing and become rich and famous. However, not everybody is fortunate to fit the music industries bill. If a person is attractive and could “sell” the record with a sexual music video then she could become a star. One shouldn’t plan to be a part of the music industry if she is either unattractive or overweight because the possibilities of making it big are slim to none. While this may be sad, it’s truthful and as many Americans say, “the truth hurts.”
The music industry needs to decide what exactly it is looking for these days. The laziness factor of talent agents nowadays is killing true musical talent. Our society today has reached a point of no return for music. People need to stop looking for sexy girls who can’t sing and start looking for the ones that have true talent, ones that actually know how to sing and dance without looking like a complete idiot.
hi-lights
campus and local
Department notes new additions By COOPER BROCK
The new school year brings not only new classes and schedules, but also new faces to the Music Department. Together, Band Director Michael Butler, Chorus Director Jussi Doherty and Associate Band Director Jose Eslava form the heads of the musical staff. Michael Butler, Band Director Hi-Lights: How did you get into music? Michael Butler: I was first chair trumpet in my middle school band and I stuck with it through high school. HL: What type of music did you listen to in high school? MB: Mostly classical and jazz, once I figured out it would be something I wanted to study. HL: What college did you go to? MB: I went to Tennessee Tech for my bachelors’ degree in musical teachings and went to the University of Florida for my masters in woodwind ensemble. HL: Can you tell us about the band’s show this year? MB: [The show is] called Dances in the Dark. We play it at all the football games; it’s a performance that has its roots in drum core, with pieces from various other artists. Each piece has a different “dance”. HL: How did you get the job with Boone? MB: After college, I got some recommendations from my teachers and [Boone] called me up.
Jussi Doherty, Chorus Director
Jose Eslava, Band Director
Hi-Lights: How did you get into singing? Jussi Doherty: When I went to high school in Connecticut my music teacher told me I had potential in singing so I just went for it. HL: What kind of music did you listen to in high school? JD: I liked a lot of Alternative rock like Pearl Jam, Nirvana and Soundgarden. HL: How did you get the job with Boone? JD: [Courtney] Nelson, the previous chorus teacher helped me out. We’re good friends, and she recommended me to the school. HL: What do you have planned for chorus this year? JD: [Chorus’s] first performance is Oct. 8, and it has music from around the world. HL: What college did you go to? JD: I went to Florida State University and I am still going over the summer to complete my masters.
Hi-Lights: How did you get into music? Jose Eslava: I was in a Recorder and Orff Mallet Percussion ensemble in elementary school. HL: What type of music did you listen to in high school? JE: Around the house I listened to Salsa and other Hispanic music, but in general I like Alternative rock on the radio stations 101.1 and the old 105.9. HL: How did you get the job with Boone? JE: Some of my teachers gave me some recommendations, I got the phone call and I immediately acted on it. HL: What instrument do you play? JE: I play the flute, piccolo, bassoon and auxiliary percussion. HL: What college did you go to and what did you study? JE: I went to Rollins College and studied Musical Teachings. HL: Did you know Michael Butler before this year? JE: No, the first day of band camp was when we really first met.
Randolph Swain Tallent & Whitehead certified public accountants 2600 lake lucien drive suite 207
(407) 660-2412
Live Music Saturdays 1 pm - 3:30 pm We deliver 7 days a week
Jim Matteson
(min. $20)
(407) 660-8684 ext. 231
407-843-2266
e-mail: jim @ rstwlip.newsouth.net
lunch
2600 lake lucien drive • suite 207 • maitland, fl 32751
GO BRAVES! hi-lights
dinner gelato
Fax: 407-843-7766 orders@soupsandstewsbylea.com
October 9, 2009
419 E. Michigan St. Orlando, FL 32806
page 7
campus and local
Seniors: check yourself By KATIE EDWARDS
Seniors, high school is winding down and now you are having to worry about college. Submitting transcripts and verifying required credits, in addition to having a fun and memorable senior year, are just a few of the items on a senior’s checklist. More times than not, students don’t know when or where to go when doing these tasks. Here is a list of things to do before it is too late.
It’s always good to have your electives and go to your guidance counselor to see if you have all your credits. Also, make sure you have your SAT and ACT scores and at least a foundation of what you want to pursue in college. The biggest thing of all is to let loose; it’s your senior year, so don’t be so uptight about things.
$75 On sale now through Nov. 7 for $70 and Room until Dec. 4. For more information go to 224. have all Visit a guidance counselor to be sure to the correct credits needed to graduate.
eer See Ann Cadman in the college and Car Center to help you get started.
- kayla rooplal, senior
for Turn hours into your guidance counselor n soo as s ship Florida Bright Futures scholar as you have them.
apGo to preferred college web site to get the plication needed.
INSURANCE • AUTO • HOME COMMERCIAL LIABILITY FREE ESTIMATE • LOW DOWN PAYMENT
Mayra Santos
s and There will be an assembly addressing cap el are tass and n gowns on Oct. 28. The cap, gow $35 total. t Services Go to College and Career Center in Studen schools the to t to request college transcripts be sen you are applying to. The fee is $5.
President
The actual Tickets will be on sale Nov. 9-13 forks$5. going to be are breakfast is Dec. 1. Senior sidewal a brick. $10 are done sometime in May and
Se habla espanol 4522 Curry Ford Road Orlando, FL 32812 Phone: (321) 235-5775
Fax: (321) 235-5776
monacoinsurancecorp.com or smayrarey@aol.com page 8
October 9, 2009
hi-lights
campus and local
Learning tool sparks debate SPARKNOTES STRADDLES LINE BETWEEN HELP AND CHEATING By JONATHAN WARREN Whether it is using study guides to replace reading a book or borrowing ideas for class essays, the uses for SparkNotes are exceeding the site’s original intention. As a way to draw people into their established dating site, TheSpark.com, two Harvard graduates added literary study guides to the site. As demand rose for the study guides, the pair launched SparkNotes.com, and the study guides soon replaced the dating service. In 2001, Barnes & Noble bought SparkNotes to compete with the already popular Cliffs Notes. In December 2002,
weekly hits rose to more than 2 million. SparkNotes began as a reliable tool to further students’ learning. It is accessible online and sold in bookstores and on college campuses. “It creates a more studious generation. Instead of ignoring reading assignments, students have at least some sort of back up,” junior Tyler Roland said. However, for many students SparkNotes has become a substitute for careful and thorough reading. “I don’t really read the books [assigned],” senior Leopold Sabangan said, “ I don’t think it’s bad [to use SparkNotes instead of reading]. It is a resource and as students we should take advantage of it.” This mentality has sparked a trend that has teachers worried. “It’s made some students very lazy and dependent on others’ thinking. They don’t have to struggle through things on their own which ultimately can make them a better student,” Advanced Placement Language teacher Victoria Nicoll said. Students also use SparkNotes in essays, often copying ideas verbatim. Teachers have begun taking measures to stop plagiarism. However, nothing can be done
to stop students from borrowing ideas. “The danger is that you can consciously or unconsciously absorb thoughts that are not your own and repeat it as your own. Even if it is not plagiarism, I’m not sure it’s academically honest,” Nicoll said. Nicoll has students write essays for every novel they read, ensuring that students are not able to rely on SparkNotes summaries. She also has students turn in all essays to Turnitin.com, a web site that checks the Internet for plagiarized material. “It’s pretty easy to tell if it’s a student’s own ideas. Besides, I have access to SparkNotes, too,” Nicoll said. While teachers and students argue over the need for students to learn material or pass a test, SparkNotes maintains that it is not at fault in anyway. On its Web site SparkNotes states they have “always aimed to support and improve education, not undermine it. . .We view students’ misunderstanding of plagiarism as a failure in education, not a downfall in morality.” “SparkNotes is just a condensed version of the book. To really understand the story you need to read the book,” junior Anais Sanchez said, “but I still [use the site].”
look www.CliffsNotes.com - First popular literary study guide site
www.BookRags.com - Features 5.7 million pages for research
www.PinkMonkey.com - Boasts over 450 study guides
CHARLIE HALL
eahall Productions a full production facility...
416 E. Anderson St. (407) 648-4759 Orlando, FL 32801 Fax (407) 649-4241 Email seahall17@aol.com hi-lights
October 9, 2009
page 9
campus and local
Precautions decrease risk OUTBREAK IN THE SWINE FLU BRINGS CAUTION , from page
1
Prevent
“There is more concern about swine flu because it has gotten more publicity, so more people are aware. This may be good because more people are taking precautions to stay healthy,” McMillen said. The disease is contracted just like the regular seasonal flu: through the spreading of germs by contact with those who are ill, touching of eyes, nose and mouth and then touching other materials and as well as by the exchange of body fluids. Senior Haunani Joy Doromal was diagnosed with the swine flu on Sept. 14. She was sick for approximately a week and a half. In order to not infect others, she had to wear a medical mask at all times if she wanted to leave her room or be in contact with other people. Doromal was quarantined in her room. Whenever she left it, she had to make sure she had hand sanitizer, Lysol and her mask with her. “I wasn’t scared [when I first realized I had swine flu] but once everyone at school found out, I was embarrassed,” Doromal said. “Students started making pig jokes towards me and the dark room had to be sanitized and my other teachers had to clean [their rooms] too.” McMillen encourages all students and staff members to take note of all precautions and put them into practice. There is at least one documented case in every Orange County school, but according to McMillen, there is no plan to close schools. It would have to be a district decision with the Orange County Health Department, but McMillen says it would be their last resort. “[The shutting down of schools] would only happen in extreme circumstances,” McMillen said. “Everyone gets the flu every year. We are paying attention but trying to keep school going and not panic.” In order to keep the numbers of the swine flu at a minimum, McMillen is doing all she can in order to eliminate the sickness from campus. Over the summer, custodians did a “deep cleaning” of the campus: scrubbing the bathrooms, cafeterias, locker rooms, water fountains, door knobs and desktops. If a student becomes ill during the school day, their scheduled classes will be targeted for a deep cleaning. In addition, each staff member received a Purell hand sanitizer for their classroom. H1N1 can be detected by symptoms such as a fever, sore throat, cough, body aches, runny or stuffy nose, headaches, chills and tiredness. Whether a severe case or mild case, one should contact a doctor immediately to find out how to treat the symptoms. According to the CDC, antiviral medicines such as Oseltamivir or Zanamivir prescribed by physicians are helpful at the start of signs of illness. These drugs are used to treat influenza that has shown symptoms for two or more days. They help stop the flu from spreading through the body and minimize the duration of flu-like symptoms. “I am relieved [now that I am all better] because the medicine I had to take left a weird taste in my mouth. Also I have my social life back. Before I couldn’t do anything outside my house for a week, and I was bored stuck at home,” Doromal said. The Food and Drug Administration approved the H1N1 vaccine on Sept. 15, and the vaccine will be released to the public the first week of October, a week earlier than anticipated. By Oct. 15, there should be 45 million doses available with more shipments each week. The government has ordered a total of 195 million doses, but if there is enough demand they may order more. “I don’t feel it is as bad as everyone is making it out to be since they now have treatments,” Medina said. “It just felt like I was sick with a cold.” The CDC recommends these daily precautions in order for one to stay flu-free: always cover your mouth with a tissue when sneezing or coughing, wash your hands with soap and water, avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth and avoid contact with others who are sick.
page 10
• Wash hands Washing hands with soap and warm water often protects one from getting germs. Wash for 15-20 seconds. If soap and water is not available, alcohol-based hand cleaners will work too. • Cover mouth One should cover his or her mouth and nose with a tissue while sneezing or coughing. This will prevent spreading germs. After, use a alcohol-based hand cleaner such as Purell to kill germs. • Take medicine as symptoms occur As soon as symptoms occur, the Center for Disease Control recommends the use of prescription medicines to help prevent the flu from reproducing in one’s body; the drugs will make the illness milder.
Monday-Friday 7:30am to 3pm Saturday 10am to 3pm Closed Sunday
Spanish Deli The Best Cuban & Latin Flavor in Central Florida Cuban Sandwiches Roasted Pork Sandwiches Black Bean Soup Spanish Pasteries Desserts
October 9, 2009
Ybor Cubano Chorizo Sandwiches Media Noche Pancho’s Special Tropical Shakes
407-423-2451 517 East Michigan Street Orlando, FL 32806
hi-lights
features
One in Nightmare on Conway Road STUDENT GETS IN THREE BICYCLE ACCIDENTS IN ONE YEAR By EMILY O’LOANE For senior Jacko Luong, bicycle riding is not all fun and games; in eighth grade, he collided with a Lynx bus on his way home from school. For years, Luong’s preferred method of transportation to Conway Middle School had been his bicycle. “I don’t really like the bus. It is too crowded. I had my own bike and my house was only a mile away. I knew some shortcuts, so I rode my bike,” Luong said. In eighth grade, Luong’s bike riding took a dangerous turn. Luong’s older brother left Conway for high school that year, so Luong had to ride to school alone every day. “Back in Conway, I was a reckless bike rider in eighth grade. I went really fast and didn’t look where I was going. My brother was in high school so he couldn’t watch over me,” Luong said. Luong’s older brother was the one who had stopped him from being reckless; now that he was gone, Luong often forgot to look before crossing roads, which led him to his accidents with a Lynx bus and two cars his eighth grade year. Luong’s collision with the Lynx bus occurred in the middle of his eighth grade year and almost destroyed his bicycle. “The bus threw me off my bike and the bus’s front tire drove over my leg a little bit. It felt like someone really, really big had walked over me, or like my older brother was sitting on me. [The accident] was kind of my fault though for riding really fast in the first place,” Luong said. Luong did not go to the hospital after the accident, despite the fact that he received several injuries. “I twisted my ankle and my wrist was a little twisted. My index finger was out of place, but I
just pushed it back in,” Luong said. Luong’s family was shocked after hearing about his first accident, especially his older brother. “[My parents] were freaking out and kept saying I was broken. I said I was perfectly fine and they eventually left me alone. [My bike] was the only way for me to get to school and back [so they didn’t forbid me from biking to school], although they did tell me to be more careful,” Luong said. “The first time, my family was shocked; the next time, they weren’t surprised.” Two months after the first accident with the Lynx bus, Luong was hit by a car while riding home from school. Another two months after that, he was hit by a second car. “[One of the cars that hit me] offered to call an ambulance and got out to help me. The other driver drove away really fast. I was a little mad [after this accident]. I had to get home quickly though to treat my scratches and cuts so I just got up and rode home,” Luong said. Even after all these accidents, it took Luong more time to learn his lesson about reckless bicycle riding. “I almost got hit a fourth time in eighth grade but the driver saw me and stopped in time. [From these experiences], I learned that going really fast is not safe. Always look around and try to be careful,” Luong said. Luong has also had other painful injuries throughout his life. Last year, while walking his dog after school, Luong received scratches and cuts from being dragged along the road. Luong has also received scars from glass cuts, dog bites and scratches on his knees from falling off his bike. The only time Luong had to go to a hospital though was in fifth grade after sliding through a glass door while playing tag at his uncle’s store. His finger was cut so deeply that his bones were visible. “It hurt so bad I couldn’t cry. I was pretty much in shock. I lost a lot of blood,” Luong said. Despite all his injuries, Luong remains active in sports by participating in basketball and soccer games in his spare time. However, Luong’s accidents on his bicycle did change his mind on how he gets to school. “I don’t ride my bike to school anymore. I take the bus. I don’t really feel like [bike riding] anymore,” Luong said. To this day, Luong has not gotten in another biking-related collision again.
Missy & Co
Tammi Finne Kerkow Stylist
Homestyle Cooking
Gerard & Lizabeth 3335 Curry Ford Road Phone: (407) 898-8338 Orlando, FL 32806 Fax: (407) 898-8448 www.daybreakdiner.org daybreakdiner@cfl.rr.com
Addicted to
Col Envia 4300 South Semoran Blvd. Suite 110 Orlando, FL. 32822 Phone: 407.384.0040
The Cleaning Ladies Services We do all the dirty work for you!
pack-n-ship
3225 Curry Ford Road Orlando, FL 32806
407-895-4475 hi-lights
2345 E. Michigan St. Suite 5 Orlando, FL 32806 (407) 898-4292 (407)947-8731
photos/EMILY O’LOANE
HARD CORE. Accumulated throughout his life, Luong’s arms are covered with scars and scratches, including several from his accidents with the two cars and Lynx bus. “I wasn’t seriously injured [from the cars]. I just scraped myself up,” Luong said. Luong received four new scars from these incidents.
Call today for a FREE consultation and ask how you can save 25% The Cleaning Ladies Services cleans just the way you want each and every time. info@thecleaningladiesservices.com Guaranteed! http://thecleaningladiesservices.com
407.342-5741
October 9, 2009
page 11
features What are you wearing and why?
Black
David Matteson Managing Editor
T
A GUIDE TO MAKING THE MOST OUT OF ANY FASHION MAGAZINE
here is nothing more hilarious (and slightly pathetic) than grabbing a fashion magazine off the rack at Barnes & Noble and finding yourself toppling over from its shear weight. Fashion magazines pride themselves on the length of their issues, specifically the September issue when all fashion magazines do their annual analysis of next year’s trends. Vogue has set records on the number of pages they have printed and had a documentary released describing the effort that went into the 2007 September Issue. Yet as you page through the gargantuan beasts you might find yourself growing in frustration in your attempts at finding poignant understanding of style. Without these tips on how to make the most of your fashion magazine, your reading will be like a search for a credible psychic connection in a Pei Wei fortune cookie. Choose the magazine- There are more fashion magazines to choose from than there are Billy Mays commercials to exasperate you while trying to veg out to a Law and Order marathon. It’s ghastly to think about the amount of money wasted on each “different” fashion magazine printed. Needless to say, almost all of these magazines cover the exact same points of view about fashion, with the only difference being what pertains to males and females. So there is no point in wasting your money on wiping the news stand out of a copy of every different fashion magazine. Your safest bet is Vogue for girls and GQ for boys. Each has a professional sense of style to them and each comes
out monthly. Further, stay away from those mindless teeny-bopper nonsense rags like Seventeen. Their staffs are comprised of a bunch of aging editors making teenagers look like little children dressed in labels from unheard of brands. Stick with a grown-up perspective and you’ll surely get the stylish, clean look everyone craves. Embrace the advertising- Although it may be frustrating to find there are 123 pages of advertising prior to the Table of Contents in the September Vogue, advertising can often be the most fun part of reading a fashion magazine. Often designers choose haute couture clothes to be featured in advertisements. These over the top designs are best left to inspire your next Halloween costume. Of course, there is usually no wearability in these ads. However, advertisements can provide hours of entertainment. Their “what the?”-effect, will have you breaking down into a fit of girly giggles. For example, the recent Dolce and Gabanna ad that dresses models up in purple jackets that resemble baboon torsos. Whenever you need a self-esteem boost, you don’t need to pick on your little brother or sister. No, just pull out last month’s Vogue and go to town on mocking every model, hairdo and clothing choice in each advertisement. The best part is that they’ll never know you were making fun of them! It’s a trouble-free solution to venting. Dissect the photos- The photo shoots are what set fashion magazines apart from every other publication on the news stand. The glossy photos hold the meaning of current style and trends. So get out your favorite Sharpies because this
is most likely the only time you’ll annotate outside of your English class. Here’s the deal: Anything you LOVE and absolutely must save up and buy, circle in red. Then, move on to anything that you think could be found in a similar style for a significantly reduced price and circle in purple. For example, many Diane Von Furstenberg designs use simple prints on flowing dresses. The types of dresses can be found at a fraction of the price at stores like Urban Outfitters or Forever XXI. It’s really about finding inspiration from featured clothes and applying this inspiration to your own personal style. It doesn’t mean go out and buy all 40’s style clothes just because it’s been proclaimed the new “it” look. Rather, take the suggestion and find the blazer or jacket that you think would work with your look and go out and either buy that exact jacket, or one that resembles it. Fashion magazines should not stress you out. Not having the new “it” look is not something that you should let ruin your life. At the same time, don’t let the size of a fashion magazine intimidate you. Style is fun and approachable, and so are the publications that write about it.
in Write Would you ask this column to prom? Or do you wish it was buried six feet under? If either then write and deliver a letter to Rm. 224. It’d be lovely to hear from you.
the trading post Boone’s On-Campus Store
For everything Orange and White! • • • • •
(Operated by BHSAA)
• • • •
‘Class of ‘ shirts Team/Club shirts Flannel boxers and sleep pants Sweatshirts, Zip up Hoodies And much, much More!
page 12
Hours: Before school During lunch Home football games Special events
Location: Next door to the Freshman/ Sophomore cafeteria
October 9, 2009
hi-lights
special
By VICTORIA BOATMAN, BRENDAN HALL, JUSTIN KANE, DAVID MATTESON AND CATHERINE PORTER e asked, you answered. With 1,649 “Best of” surveys submitted to the publications students on Sept. 3, we heard your voice. However, certain answers muddled down the voice. So, here’s a few suggestions for the next time you answer questions about Orlando. “Nails” and “Yoga” are not the official names for any nail salons or yoga studios. Also, while “your bedroom” might be the best place to workout and participate in yoga it is not open to the public. Well, we hope not. We regret to inform you that “Mexico” is not a Mexican restaurant, nor is it located within the city limits. Also, Pei Wei serves an Asian Fusion menu, not Mexican or Ice Cream. To address some other miscellaneous concerns, there is not a Publix on Bumby Ave. Joe’s Crab Shack, while a great place to enjoy seafood, is not a health food store. Club Firestone does not have a designated teen night, and Club Paris has been closed for two years. Finally, for the overall best place in Orlando, everyone seems to agree that their house takes the cake. Combining your voice with ours, here is the Hi-lights “best of” for the City Beautiful.
W
hi-lights
October 9, 2009
page 13
photo illustration/ DAVID MATTESON
special
DINING Best Restaurant to Watch Dinner Perform If one is ever in the dilemma of trying to decide between spending the evening at a show or going out to dinner, have no fear, for Rangetsu is the solution. Here one can not only enjoy the Japanese culture and cuisine, but also see aquatic life perform a dinner show. At this restaurant amidst the stimulating company of the tourist population of International Drive, one can watch as servers in authentic Japanese dress ring a gong, causing the fish to swarm in a feeding frenzy. On occasion, one might be lucky enough to see not only fish eaten by the occupants of the restaurant, but also by the lovely hawks that frequent the premises.
Best Cafe for Feng Shui and Watching Football Sports bars are so twentieth century; people are tired of sitting in a crowded room smelling of alcohol and cigarettes while obnoxious men yell profanities at the television after every play. But with the introduction of Bento Café in downtown Orlando, sports fanatics can
photo/CATHERINE PORTER
HERE FISHY FISHY. Rangetsu employees are trained to call the koi fish with a bell. now watch the game in peace while enjoying authentic Pan Asian cuisine. The idea of an Asian restaurant that is perfect for watching sports may seem unconventional, but it is much more comfortable than any sports bar. With a vibrant atmosphere characterized by carefully placed blue lighting and several plasma televisions hanging from the wall, Bento gives its visitors the most comfortable setting to watch big sports games. Although they might not have the most diverse selection of food as it is primarily sushi and noodles, Bento is relaxing and perfect for the man who wants to take his significant other on a nice date but still get his daily dose of sports.
READER’S CHOICE Best Nail Salon
Best Pizza
Queen’s Nails
Papa John’s Pizza
Best Hair Salon
Best Movie Theater
Great Clips
Premiere Fashion Square
Best Tattoo/Piercing Parlor
Best Place to Go on a Date
Cast Iron Tattoos
Walt Disney World
Best Health Food Store
Best Art Gallery
Whole Foods Market
Orlando Museum of Art
Best Bookstore
Best Teen Club
Barnes & Noble Booksellers
The Groove
Best Coffee/Teahouse
Best Gym
Starbucks Coffee
Planet Fitness
Best Fast Food Store
Best City Park
Taco Bell
Lake Eola
Best Chinese Food
Best Live Music Club
Publix Supermarket
House of Blues
Best Ice Cream Parlor
Best Yoga Studio
Cold Stone Creamery
YMCA
Best Mexican Food
Best Overall
Tijuana Flats
Islands of Adventure
page 14
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Best Place to Witness Public Humiliation for Adults Perhaps its appealing nature stems from the opportunity to relive the glory of a past life, or perhaps it’s from the words “free concert”. Regardless of exactly why it appeals to the older generation, the WMMO free concert series definitely deserves this award. For those who wish to delve into the world of former popular artists such as Cheap Trick, Joe Cocker and Sugar Ray, be warned that at this venue, one cannot witness the bands in relative peace. One must be fully prepared to see drunken outbursts from the forty and fifty-somethings and, more often than not, fights between the now pot-bellied men thinking they’re still svelte.
Best ‘Bubble Boy’ Theater Downtown’s The Plaza has been all the rage since its opening in May 2009. Approaching The Plaza, one becomes immediately impressed with the refined style and modern appeal of the
October 9, 2009
building. Entering the theater one must not fear the usually cramped space found in most movie theaters. The Plaza theater offers spaced out mammoth-sized leather lounge chairs, giving bubble boys and girls the ability to relax and not worry about fighting for the armrest.
Best People Watching Located in South Orlando, the Florida Mall provides shoppers with a unique variety of stores and vendors. While strolling around one can see that British family of four with 50 million bags hanging from their arms, the overwhelming presence of bright red sun burn and those tacky T-shirts with the “I Love FL” slogan. Florida Mall acts as the watering hole for the tourists of the world; one only needs to see the fanny packs holding precious valuables in order to identify the person as a tourist. Every nationality is represented and accounted for, from Arabs to Zimbabweans. Whether it’s seeing foreigners drooling over the iPhone or sitting in the food court, Florida Mall is filled with intrigue for everyone, making it the Best Place to People Watch.
hi-lights
special
ATTRACTIONS & SERVICES Best Place to Get Insulted in Another Language For most females, and for an increasing amount of males, the word “spa” has a certain allure; it is a place to relax and forget one’s worries. Although nail technicians undoubtedly have created a successful business industry, they have the uncanny ability to cause one to wonder if he or she is being insulted in a foreign language. Instead of being a haven of relaxation, nail salons breed suspicion over what one’s technician is laughing about to her co-worker. Sunlight Nails gets the bid on this award; if frequenting this salon, one should either take up Vietnamese as a hobby, or else be satisfied with that gnawing question of, “Are they making fun of me?”.
Best Area to Interact With the Local Wildlife Located in the center of downtown, Lake Eola is one of the premiere date spots in Orlando. From concerts and dance recitals in the amphitheater, to cruising around the lake
in swan-shaped paddle boats or even sitting on a bench as the sun sets, there is always a romantic situation to be had there. Along with romance, Lake Eola is also a popular place for people to exercise. The sidewalk that winds around the lake is 0.9 miles long and a simple place to take a jog. Watch out though, for the lake is beaming with wildlife, from giant geese that are not hesitant to attack to pigeons by the dozens.
Best Chance to Imitate a Bronze Statue Among it’s many worthwhile characteristics, the Orange County Regional History Center has several famous bronze alligator statues decorating its outside courtyard, officially called Heritage Square. The most pronounced is that of Bunk Baxter, also known as the “Alligator Wrestler”. The statue depicts the icon as riding and taming a wild alligator. Take the time to stop by Heritage Square and imitate Baxter by posing on one of the three other bronze alligators. It remains the perfect photo-op. Then, go ahead and check out the History Center as it can be just as enriching and entertaining as the street art in front of it.
SPORTS & RECREATION Best Place to Publicly Bust Your Butt
Best Place to be Terrified of Leaving a Venue
Located at the Florida Mall on Sand Lake Road, Adrenalina offers more than the typical surf shop. Just past the racks of board shorts and flip-flops something totally unexpected awaits: a 32 foot by 52 foot glass enclosure containing a FLOWRiDER with a constant five foot wave. Whether it is the 7-year-old kid from Orlando or the 43-year-old Hungarian father trying to give his kids a laugh, Adrenalina is sure entertainment.
The Magic win, and it’s time to head home. As one walks back to the car he sees a gang gathered off in the distance and his heart begins to race. He hurries to his car and quickly leaves. The Amway Arena is located at Livingston St. and Parramore Ave. in a rough part of town. It isn’t unprecedented to see gangs, fights and sometimes robberies after an event. It is as if you have entered a cross between Harlem and Atlanta.
hi-lights
photo illustration/ DAVID MATTESON
photo illustration/ DAVID MATTESON
photo/ASHLEY HILMER
THE BIRDS. Strolling through Lake Eola, one may be attacked by the plethora of pigeons, swans or squirrels. LOOK-A-LIKE. Heritage Square is home to the iconic Alligator Wrestler statue. DON’T FALL. Adrenalina is famous for their flowriding wave. It also serves as a place to be embarrassed whenever one takes a tumble.
Best Opportunity to Bounce Off the Walls At last, there’s the perfect place for parents who can’t think of a way to tire out their hyperactive children. Even better, it’s an outlet for teenagers to relieve their dare-devil tendencies in a safe environment. Rebounderz is a warehouse located in Longwood with a designated area in which the floor and walls are covered by trampolines. For $14 the first hour ($12 for college students) and $12 every hour after, everyone can jump until they slump, and most people will since it is physically draining,
October 9, 2009
especially for an entire hour; that’s why they offer “Cardio Robics” five days a week. Along with lock-ins and dodgeball tournaments, students can utilize the trampolines throughout the warehouse for multiple unique reasons that keep people coming back again and again. Birthday parties are also a great way to have a bouncing good time with friends, or one can join their summer camp program. Keep in mind that before attending a waiver form is required, which can be found on their website. If anyone is looking for a unique experience that is also a great workout, Rebounderz will keep visitors jumping in joy for hours, or until they get tired.
page 15
features
tudents et ctive By AMANDA FLEMINGER As a council, Student Government Associations tries to keep old school traditions alive on campus. If one would like to have more of a say in what activities the school arranges, SGA is the club to get involved with. “I feel the more involved one is in school, the more he or she will get out of [their high school experience], rather than just sitting in classes all day,” sponsor Annette Montgomery said. Student Government is the overall organizer for the homecoming week and game as well as working closely with class councils for weekly activities, making sure it goes as smoothly as possible. They also organize Brave Aid, the awards ceremony, the canned food drive, the Thanksgiving baskets and the Future Boone Braves football game.
SGA officers plan the activities while Montgomery is there to help guide them in the right direction. All six officers wanted to be involved with school activities, not just through sports, but also through leadership positions. They wanted to help improve the school, and make the year successful. As senior SGA president Carolina Garcia puts it, she feels there is a misconception of SGA and class officers that they volunteered for the job because of the title. However, officers put time and energy into planning different school activities. “Without student involvement, we wouldn’t have [school] activities,” Montgomery said. Student Government meets monthly as needed. For questions, contact either an officer or Montgomery in Room 13-207.
Carolina Garcia, senior Elizabeth Girdley, senior Ashley Hilmer, senior Caitlin Frenkel, senior Victoria Scott, senior Mackenzie Sexton, junior treasurer historian district secretary president vice president secretary
Why did you run for your position?
What can students do to help SGA be most effective?
What is your favorite thing about Boone? Page 16
“I like to be a part of Boone activities and for my senior year, I wanted to do something that involved not just my class, but all of Boone.” - Garcia “More can join and get involved because we never have enough council members to do the tasks needed. The bigger the council, the better. Every voice and opinion needs to be heard.” - Girdley “I love the traditions, spirit, students and teachers. I feel [the teachers] have our best interests at heart.” - Girdley
“I wanted to try something new other than historian and I wanted to further my responsibilities with the student body.” - Girdley
“I wanted to be active my senior year and I thought it’d give me a good opportunity because it would give me experience with leadership.” - Frenkel
“I thought it would be exciting to help and not just be a part of Boone but also the whole county. I wanted to challenge myself.” - Sexton
“Get involved; that is all you can do. It is a good way to get used to school and it makes a name for yourself at Boone.” - Frenkel
“Join and be involved because we need all the help we can get. We do a lot of big activities and the six of us cannot do it by ourselves.” - Sexton
“Join SGA. A lot of people get the impression it is just for seniors, but it is not. Participate in all activities because we plan with a lot of effort for the student body.” - Hilmer
“I especially like the Friday night football games because they’re always fun and it’s a good way to interact with classmates.” - Frenkel
“As a senior now, I really like the traditions and also the new traditions such as painting the parking lot.” - Garcia
“[I like] how the majority of what we do is based on tradition; it makes what we do have meaning behind it.” - Scott
October 9, 2009
hi-lights
features
in
Nine
“I like making fun of anyone different than me.”- Thomas
We asked nine students to answer “What is your guilty pleasure?” in nine words. By JESSICA MCCOY
“To not listen to my mom when she talks.”
Green-Seall, freshman
“I like making jokes on people and their moms.”
- Briana Rodriguez, junior
“Watching old TV shows, for example I Love Lucy.”
- Daniel Goodwin, junior
“Showering with my clothes on while singing some Cher.”
“Sitting on a bench writing poems about Mrs. King.”
- Rachel Burkett, freshman
- Simon Cuenca, junior
“My guilty pleasure is sneaking food out of the pantry.”
- Braden Dwyer, senior
“I like to blast my music and sing along.”
- Angela Niu, senior
“I like making many silly faces in the mirror.”
- Cody Miller, sophomore
- Melanie Caban, sophomore
UCF TEST PREP E X P E R T.
LOCAL.
Pio Pio
AFFORDABLE.
Restaurant
, there’s sports l, o o h c s ’s re The events. there’s social
FREE DELIVERY
SAT
Then there’s
the
? Are you ready rep you will be. P With UCF Test
2500 South Semoran Blvd. Orlando, FL 32822
407.207.2262 www.piopiorestarauntfl.com
W W W . T E S T P R E P. U C F . E D U 407.882.TEST hi-lights
within 4 miles $20 minimum order We are located in Conway Center
Catering: 407.968.2947 • Fax: 407.207.2887 October 9, 2009
page 17
sports
Team strives for state title DESPITE INJURIES, TOP RUNNERS OPTIMISTIC ABOUT SEASON
photo/KATIE EDWARDS
FINISH LINE. In the final stretch at the DeLand Invitational junior John-Logan Hines approaches the finish line. “I feel I can set a very fast pace few people can hold,” Hines said. Hines broke the school record the next week with a 15:20 5k.
By KATIE EDWARDS Runners line up, nerves build, hearts race and everyone waits for the gun to go off. After the boys placed 12th in states and the girls made it to regionals last year, coach Paul Katauskas expects to have another successful season. “It is always our main goal to win first in states. Our other goals are to do well in invitationals and win metros, districts and regionals. Most of all, I want every kid to improve every week,” Katauskas said. The team ran long distances over the summer and are now putting in shorter sprint workouts two days a week. Besides the two days they do intense speed intervals, the team works on strategy and distance the other three days. “On the girls team there are seven to ten strong runners, but there aren’t any superstars; they all have great strengths. On the opposite end, the boys have two to three really good star runners like juniors John-Logan Hines, Phillips Duncan, Nicky Hall and senior James Parker,” Katauskas said. At the DeLand Invitationals sophomore Heather Classe ran a 20:34:64, junior Jordan Mosley ran a 22:12:03 and sophomore Olivia Swartwood ran a 21:17:57. John-Logan Hines placed first with a 16:06 5k; other times include
Phillips Duncan with a 17:27 5k, Nicky Hall with a 17:33 and James Parker with a 17:56. No matter how good of runners they are, the girls and boys teams remain close. Like the Winter Park and Oviedo cross country teams, the team is rich in tradition. “We have 50 gazillion traditions. Later in the season we have a lollipop run, which is when we go and hide lollipops in trees and then the team has to run around to find them. We also have an eating competition where we pick one food and see who can eat the most of it; last year, was bananas,” Katauskas said. The boys have made it to states for the past 12 years. They hold the longest streak in Florida. “To stay healthy and get prepared for meets, I eat healthier and get more sleep because we run about 40 miles a week,” junior James Strickler said. With a new season comes along the fear of injuries. One injury was that of Duncan who over trained during the summer, resulting in a knee injury. He cross-trained for nearly three months. However, he is now in recovery and is beginning to run again. Other injuries include Hall who has an over tightened IT band and patella tendonitis.
“The injuries definitely affect early season results, but hopefully we will have everybody back for states. It’s really all up in the air because you don’t really know about injuries,” Hines said. The team’s biggest opponents are Winter Park and Dr. Phillips. Both teams made it to states last year and Dr. Phillips has the top five team in the state. “Winter Park is definitely our biggest opponent. I want to improve my starting pace and keep a good pace from when the gun goes off to the end for a good time,” sophomore Heather Classe said. For the past five years the team has gone to a Colorado training camp at the YMCA Snow Mountain Ranch. The camp was Aug. 4-11. They go there to practice oxygen deprivation at an altitude of 9,000 feet. According to Katauskas, running up mountains strengthens leg muscles and helps keep a steady heartbeat while running. The team woke up to 30 degree weather every morning which kept their legs from overheating. “We always try to look for a competitive edge,” Katauskas said. The next meet is the Furman Invite in Greenville, South Carolina, on Oct. 10. “Although Winter Park and Dr. Phillips are tough matches in states, Boone runners fear no one,” Katauskas said.
CENTURY COSTUMES 3510 S. Orange Ave. Orlando, FL 32806
407.251.7110 centurycostumes.com
page 18
October 9, 2009
hi-lights
sports
Players anticipate district throwdown BOYS PREPARE TO FACE OFF AGAINST DR. PHILLIPS By JUSTIN KANE Starting off 2-2 (1-0 in district play), the Braves kept the home winning streak alive by winning in three overtimes against Timber Creek 35-28 on Sept. 11, and pummeling Kissimmee Gateway 4913 on Sept. 25. The two losses were away at Olympia and Winter Park. Despite a more sluggish start than anticipated, head coach Phil Ziglar isn’t ready to throw in the towel yet. “We’ll be alright,” Ziglar said. “Nothing’s changed; we play three games in a row before we start our district games, which are crucial.” Leading the team is third year starting quarterback Samuel Hutsell. He has thrown for 482 yards (120.5 yards per game) and three touchdowns with a 47 percent completion percentage. Tonight the team plans to avenge a loss last year to class 6A District rival Dr. Phillips, who they lost to 42-27. Panthers quarterback Nick Patti, who has thrown for 248 yards and two touchdowns, has led them to a 4-0 season. The Panthers have defeated Edgewater 24-0 and Olympia 27-20. Since 2004 the home team is 5-0. In those five victories the home team has outscored the opponent 131-75. “For Dr. Phillips we have to rest our injuries,” junior Joseph Martinson said. “We have to stay away from injuries and come together as a team.” Injuries struck the team during the Winter Park game with Martinson pulling his groin and senior Denard Lucas spraining his ankle, but they didn’t slow them down against Kissimmee Gateway.
Hutsell rushed for 72 yards on five carries one for a touchdown. He had two completions for a total of 23 yards. Senior defensive back Tabarie Sullivan returned a punt 82 yards for a touchdown to end the first quarter. Sullivan also had a block extra point in the win. “I wasn’t going to let my team lose this game [against Timber Creek],” Hutsell said. “I’m going to do whatever I can to win.” Hutsell was right. He led the team on a drive in the final seconds of regulation to send the game into overtime. Scores went back and forth until the third overtime. Hutsell then broke tackles and connected with senior tight end Kyle Adams for the go ahead touchdown. When it was Timber Creek’s time to score, the defense held them, and on fourth down, Sullivan blocked the pass resulting in a win for the team. The team started the year away against non-district opponent Olympia, and fell short with a score of 26-7. They have not started 0-2 since 2006. After the victory against Timber Creek, the Orlando Sentinel ranked them 12th in the Sentinel Super 16. The next week, the team traveled to Winter Park to face the sixth ranked Wildcats. The Wildcats (2-0) handled the team, 59-14. Called-up to play varsity the week prior to the game, freshman Aaron Turman scored all of the teams’ points by running the ball in twice; the first run was from two yards and the second was from four in the first and third quarters respectively. On Oct. 15, the team will play their
photo/JUSTIN KANE
homecoming game against non-district opponent University. The team has won 18 straight games at home dating back to the 2006 season. The Braves have not lost to University in the last five years, outscoring the Cougars 167-43. Standout players for the team are Hutsell, Lucas and Sullivan as well as juniors Max Lang and Martinson and freshman Turman. All but Martinson and Turman are ranked in the Sentinel top 100 of their class. “Sam is a quality athlete,” newly
appointed quarterbacks coach Pete Post said. “He’s got a strong arm and he’s good to work with.” Post, who played quarterback in high school and led his team to the state quarterfinals, has coached football for 24 years, sixteen on campus. He coaches the quarterbacks and is in charge of play calling. “Everyone’s tough,” Ziglar said. “The last 10 years Boone’s been on top. All the other teams want to rise up and play with us, so we have a target on our back.”
BLOCKED BALL. Senior Tabarie Sullivan blocks a pass for the win against Timber Creek.“We’re a bunch of guys with big hearts going for the big goal,” Sullivan said. Sullivan has 16 tackles this year.
Score“bored” no more In the northern end zone the newest addition to campus awaits. No, not a new administrator - a brand new scoreboard. The 36-foot wide by 41-foot tall scoreboard is estimated to have cost $75,000, according to athletic director Doug Patterson. “The old scoreboard wasn’t working well,” Patterson said. “It kept getting struck by lightning over the summer and it was time to replace it.” The new scoreboard will feature a seven-foot video screen and have instant replay. Boone Broadcasting Company students will learn how to work the replay board and run it for the games. “The Boone High School Athletic Association and sponsorship paid for the new scoreboard,” Patterson said. “With the advertisements the scoreboard will pay for itself in six years.” The scoreboard was supposed to be up the second home game against Gateway but due to a shipping problem only half can be seen. “The replay portion will take some time in getting here because there was a shipping delay in China.” Patterson said.
JANIS JOSLIN DAVID’S SALON
(407) 285-1640
4524 Hoffner Avenue (407) 240-2524
hi-lights
1512 E Michigan St. Orlando, FL 32806
GYM RAT BOXING AND FITNESS SPECIALING IN THE BOXER’S WORKOUT
Todd Drespling 407.353.1613
Owner U.S.A Boxing Coach
Certified Personal Trainer
October 9, 2009
1119 Gatlin Ave. Orlando, FL 32806
www.gymratboxing.com
page 19
sports
Squad strikes bond SETBACKS DETER TEAM FROM REBUILDING
Fast
Facts
•The next match is on Oct. 14, at 3 p.m. at Colonial Lanes. •Benjamin Hritz scored a 279 game against Winter Park on Sept. 9. • The boys dedicated their season to Christopher Lumbert’s brother Michael and wear buttons every match in memory of him.
By VICTORIA BOATMAN Ball in hand, pins in sight, junior Katherine Gomez takes aim and lets the ball roll from her hand. “I got two strikes in a row in my first game. I was shocked because it was out of nowhere,” Gomez said. Gomez scored a 114 at the Timber Creek game, but the game ended up as a loss for the girls with a score of 1,556 to 2,046. “It is a learning process. Not all of them have been bowling competitively,” coach Christopher Roberson said. The girls’ season started roughly when there were not enough girls for a team. “We are down two players due to lack of [people showing up at] tryouts; it’s inconvenient because you feel even more obligated to be at matches or you have to forfeit,” junior Chloe Allen said. The girls had to forfeit against Winter Park and lost to Timber Creek by 490, Dr. Phillips by 125 and Freedom by 295. Despite these losses early in the season, the girls won in their game against Oak Ridge on Sept. 24 by 65 pins. “[My best moment] was getting a strike and then turning around and seeing everyone there cheering me on and everybody working together as a team,” junior Morgan Ascher said. The boys have also had difficulties
this season due to losing five seniors and trying to rebuild the team. Other personal difficulties have affected the team when senior Christopher Lumbert lost his twin brother Michael Lumbert. In commemoration of him the team dedicated their season to his memory. “We all wear buttons that stand for Mike Lumbert. It is nice to know we’re remembering him and how he was because everyone loved him,” Ascher said. The boys won their games against Oak Ridge by 163 and Dr. Phillips by a 54 pin margin. The boys lost against Timber Creek by 744 points, Winter Park by 463 and Freedom by 57. Tough teams the boys are looking forward to playing include Timber Creek again, Cypress Creek and University. Both teams played in the Oviedo tournament and finished in last place on Sept. 23. The tournament is considered two losses, totalling both teams to a record of 2-6. To prepare for the upcoming match, the players continue to push themselves and support one another so that they can continue improving. “I feel we have a lot of work ahead of us. We really need to make a lot of improvements,” Roberson said.
T W C Total
ellness
Dr. Amanda Wiredu M.D Dr. Byron Dean D.O Dr. Andrea Cluster Annette Rodriguez-Jones Keith Benton Michael T. Gordon
are Inc.
ALLEY CATS STRIKE. While practicing for her next match against Edgewater and Timber Creek, junior Chloe Allen perfects her skills. “I feel like [bowling] is a sport that people take for granted. They think that it is a fun sport without [the requirement] of skill, but it is really hard to perfect it,” junior Chloe Allen said.
Bumby at Michigan Street Self Storage
Your neighborhood storage provider!
Medical Director Doctor of Osteopathy Chiropractor Physician Massage Therapist Office Administrator Marketing Administrator
Moving supplies and boxes available for purchase
Bring your medical needs to the well. www.mytotalwell.com Phone 407.422.7707 Fax 407.422.7708 817 East Michigan Street Orlando, FL 32806 Sports Injuries • Personal/Auto Injury • Lab Work • School & Work Physicals
Page 20
photo/VICTORIA BOATMAN
October 9, 2009
Gate Hours: 6-10 p.m. Office Hours: M-F 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sat 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
2525 E. Michigan St. Orlando, FL 32806
407-894-3004
hi-lights
sports The way sports should be
Zone
Brendan Hall Sports Editor
CHARITY EVENTS BENEFIT EVERYONE INVOLVED
S
ports events dedicated to raising money for charitable causes have become an integral part of many high school teams, and if the school board and the coaches of other sports teams were smart they would follow suit. Events such as the breast cancer game for girls’ volleyball and the Pink and White game for football help build school spirit as well as bring together the community. Not only that, but these types of positive occurrences are good public relations for the school. Charity events are an effective tool for helping to create a stronger connection among the student body. The past two years the Breast Cancer Awareness Game has been one of the most anticipated matches on the girls’ volleyball schedule and gathers a largely positive reaction from both parents and students alike. The players up the hype as the game approaches, and the stands are packed with supporters of not only the team, but of the cause as well. The Pink and White game made its inaugural debut last spring as the football team scrimmaged the Edgewater Eagles with proceeds going towards breast cancer research. It was a brilliant idea; it helped raise money for Breast Cancer funding, kept the athletes conditioned during the offseason and began a positive chapter in the Boone-Edgewater rivalry by bringing
the teams together for a good cause. Though it was rained out, the turnout resembled that of a regular season game and it was received positively throughout the community. With more careful planning, such as being aware of the weather, the game could turn out to be a staple in Boone traditions and be known as one of the major breast cancer fundraisers in Orlando. Not only are sports events that aid non-profitable organizations a positive influence on the students and the community, but just as importantly, they put forth a good image of the school. Amidst budget cuts and schedule changes, the school board as well as the school took harsh criticism from parents and students alike. Everyone can agree on the causes, not to mention how the games aid the school in building a better rapport with the students, faculty and community. The smartest thing the school can do in the future is to build on the idea of charitable sports events. Every sport should have one meet or competition that raises money for a good cause. Furthermore, schools should hold special events like a faculty flag football game or have clubs such as Operation Smile hold competitions to help raise money for their cause. The most important aspect of holding charitable sports competitions is that it raises awareness for the causes. There are multiple causes that are widely known in the community and
The smartest thing the school can do in the future is to build on the idea of charitable sports events.
where students volunteer frequently. The Ronald McDonald House provides financial aid to terminally ill children, and schools such as Conway middle school take students to volunteer there frequently. There are also clubs on campus such as Operation Smile, Best Buddies and Project X-mas that could utilize sports events to help raise money. The causes should vary; instead of all events being geared toward breast cancer, one should benefit Give Kids The World, an organization that grants the dying wishes of terminally ill children, or The Russell Home, a non-profit institution that provides a home for atypical and mentally impaired children. Both organizations are strongly centered in Central Florida and have multiple ties to people throughout the community. The school could be a huge contributor to these organizations by taking a game out of each sports’ schedules donating the profits to one of these organizations. By adding more sports events dedicated to raising money for non-profit organizations, the school will be helping to build morale in the school and the community while simultaneously bettering the school’s image in the eyes of others. The possibilities are boundless.
See & Hear
To learn more about The Russell Home and Give Kids the World, visit: www.russellhome.org or www.gktw.org
Champion the Brave Spirit! BHSAA 2009 -2010 Members • Thank You for your Support!
Suzanne Acuff Robin Adams Craig Adams Bill Akos Denise Akos Joe Anderson Stephanie Anderson Donee Attaway Brett Attaway Cindy Baker Alden Baker Nickie Barnes Walter Beaver Linda Bergdoll Bill Bergdoll Kathy Berlinsky Jay Berlinsky Tony Betros Lisa Betros Lori Bigelow Chris Bisbee BHS Band BHS Chorus Frank Bonnewitz Linda Bonnewitz Liz Brantley Greg Burden Beth Anne Burden Todd Carr Kelly Carr Hal Collins Susan Collins Donald Collins Janet Collins
hi-lights
Lynn Combs Mark Combs Gerard Comstock Suzy Comstock Chris Dawkins Laura Dawkins George Dejarnette Patricia Dejarnette Robin Dickerson Monica Dingman Greg Driggers Cathy Driggers Tom Dukes Susy Dukes Randy Effron Ron Faber Lisa Faber David Faust Molly Faust John Friend Alix Friend Dawn Frye Howard Frye Patti Garrett Rob Garrett Laurie Gentry Scott Gentry Wes Gentry Peggy Gies Dan Grabhorn Susan Grabhorn John Graves Debbie Graves Scott Greenwood
Pam Greenwood Eric Hall Cheryl Hammer Bill Hammer Jorge Hancock Laurie Hancock Mary Harding David Harding Collynn Harper Todd Harper Roseann Harrington Joe Harvard Mark Hayes Christy Hayes Marilyn Hendry Marilyn Hendry Chip Hendry Doug Huhn Yolanda Huhn Jeff Irwin Suzanne Irwin Mark Jordan Libbie Jordan Ginger Kane James Kennedy Shari Kennedy Frank Killgore Gina Killgore Cathie Kissick Lee Kissick George Lattin Kris Leveille Pete Leveille Joe Lustman
Carol Lustman Rob Madigan Monica Madigan Billie Martinson Bill McClellan Mary McClellan Ann McElroy Jack McElroy Margaret McMillen Kim Meredith Jay Meredith Brenda Miller Robert Miller John Moch Cindy Moch Tom Murray Kathy Murray Rene Navarro Joe Onderick John Orlando Laurie Orlando Susan Orvis Tom Porter Karen Reiff Susan Rhea Chris Rochester Joni Rochester Ron Rossi Beth Rossi Jeff Sexton Sonya Sexton Mark Simpson Chris Skersick Teri Skersick
Lynn Sloan Bill Sloan Linda Stauffer Verne Stauffer Jay Stokes Greg Swartwood Debbie Swartwood Mark Terry Jane Terry Susan Townsend Clay Townsend Susanne Uncapher Ken Uncapher Andy Volkmann Walter Wells Julie Wells Paul Wenzel Beth Wenzel Jean Wilson Donna Wilson Chuck Wood Kathy Wood Wendy Yovaish Darwin Yovaish
Boone High School Athletic Association Interested in joining?
Please contact Karen Smith at kabes@aol.com October 9, 2009
page 21
sports
photo/LUKE STEWART
FLY LIKE A BUTTERFLY, STING LIKE A BEE. In the dual meet against Olympia on Sept. 30, senior Mark Hendryx swims the butterfly during the 200 IM. “[I am good at the butterfly because] I have a really powerful stroke and endurance,” Hendryx said. Hendryx’s goal for the season is to lower his 100 butterfly time to under one minute.
Swimmers emerge as district contenders TEAM REBUILDS AFTER LOSS OF TOP SWIMMERS By EMILY O’LOANE With a highly anticipated meet against rival Timber Creek approaching on Oct. 13, the swim team is training to recover the depth that was lost on the team with the graduation of several of their top swimmers. “Our closest big meet is against Timber Creek, which is also our senior night. They are probably the team who will give us the best competition. Our strongest competition is Winter Park and Olympia, but they are really good so they will just beat us,” coach Rosalie Creighton said. The varsity girls team’s two losses so far were to Winter Park on Sept. 23 and Olympia on Sept. 30, giving the team a 4-2 record. One of their highest scoring meets was against Colonial, with a win of 144-14 on Sept. 9. The girls also defeated Cypress Creek 117-45 on Sept. 2. “[One of our team’s strengths] is everyone placing at least in the top four so that we accumulate more points. Overall, we have really motivated people who work hard to place in meets,” senior captain Taylor Reeves said. Reeves swims the 200 freestyle, 200 medley relay, the 500 freestyle and the 100 freestyle. Her best race remains the 200
freestyle with a 2:06 time at the Lake Brantley Invitational on Sept. 18. The meet was against schools across Central Florida. “My favorite meet so far in the season was Lake Brantley because we treated it like it was an individual meet because our teams aren’t as strong as they used to be. [Our coach] had us swim our best events to place individually rather than as a team, which is similar to how it is at the district and regional meets,” Reeves said. Other top girls include seniors Alexis McGee, Bianca Parente and junior Thompson Wood. McGee swims the 500 freestyle and the 100 butterfly. McGee’s personal record for the 500 free is a 6:03. “My goal for the season is to break six minutes in the 500 freestyle. I am always trying to get faster and speed up my times,” senior captain McGee said. The varsity boys team maintains an even record of 3-3, with their three losses to Winter Park, Olympia and West Orange. The West Orange dual meet was on Sept. 16. “We have had a lot of people swim really fast times this year compared to last year even though we lost a lot of depth from last year. [However], we are having a tough time because of our
loss of depth, so it will be easier for other teams to beat us,” senior captain Mark Hendryx said. The boys lost the West Orange dual meet 74-96. “[My favorite meet of the year so far was the] West Orange meet because even though we lost, there were a lot of close races,” Hendryx said. Junior Max Normand, freshman Adrian Perez, senior captain Adam Brunson and Hendryx remain four of the top male swimmers on the team. The Metro Conference meet is on Friday, Oct. 16, at the YMCA Aquatic Center at 9 a.m. The district meet will be held two weeks after that on Oct. 28-31, and regionals will be on Friday, Nov. 6. “I most look forward to districts and metros because they are bigger meets. You get to swim against more competitive swimmers, and you get to hang out with your friends all day. Also, it is at the Aquatic Center, so it is really nice because there are hot tubs and showers,” Reeves said. The team hopes to keep improving before the season ends. “We will do all right. We have some fast people. We will improve a lot more as the season goes on,” McGee said.
Girls make school history BREAKTHROUGH WINS PROPEL TEAM TO NEXT LEVEL
photo/JUSTIN KANE
SERVICE. In the Breast Cancer Awareness Game against Dr. Phillips, junior Jesse Collins practices her serve during warmups. “Before the serve I’m very confident that it’s going to be a great serve,” Collins said. The girls lost in three straight games.
Page 22
By BRENDAN HALL For the first time in school history, the girls varsity volleyball team defeated the defending 6A state champions the Timber Creek Wolves on Sept. 8. “My favorite part of the season was when we beat Timber Creek because they were state champions and we lost to them last year. It was exciting to start the year with a strong win since it was a grudge match,” senior Elysse Romeo said. The team won in three straight games with junior outside hitter Kristin Faust leading the team with 22 kills and junior setter Taylor Menk recording 31 assists. Junior Jesse Collins and Faust tied for the most digs with 19. Another important game on the schedule was Winter Park. The Wildcats were 8-2 entering the match, with all their wins being shutouts. The Wildcats were also the defending district champions, a title the team hopes to take from them
October 9, 2009
this season. Although, the team lost in three straight games, freshman Kendall Sexton called it a “really good match.” “We want to win a district championship; it’s time to put Boone on the map,” coach Mike Ladewski said. After losses Ladewski focuses on their weaknesses. The team reverts back to the basics to prepare for the next game by practicing and improving on hitting, digging and blocking. Also, he tries to work with players individually to focus on helping their biggest weaknesses; for example, he worked one-on-one with Sexton to improve her blocking. The players say he keeps the practices fun as well as motivates the team to play better. “If we don’t understand something he’ll keep working on it; he’s like a cheerleader in the way he encourages us,” Sexton said. Menk and Faust lead the team, due in
part to the fact that they have been on the varsity team since they were freshmen. Faust is ranked 19th in the state in kills while Menk is averaging 8.7 assists per game. Faust is also team captain and viewed as an emotional leader. “Kristin is our captain and our go-to person; when she’s off, we’re all off,” Menk said. The most publicized game of the season was home against Dr. Phillips for the second “Think Pink” Breast Cancer Awareness game. The team was optimistic entering the game posting “Pound the Panthers” flyers around campus. The team lost in three straight games, handing them their third shutout loss of the season. The next major game is home against Colonial on Oct. 13, which is their first district matchup. The following home game is senior night against Apopka on Oct. 21. Districts are Oct. 26-29.
hi-lights
sports
Golfers putt best foot forward By JESSICA MCCOY This upcoming Monday at 4 p.m. the boys golf team will continue to try to improve their 4-4 record against Wekiva High School at Zellwood Station. “We are off to a fairly typical start, and we are shooting better every match,” coach Heath Ziglar said. The team is favored to win against Wekiva. “We feel good about any match; Wekiva has a fairly young team and so do we but we’re expecting to take this one,” Ziglar said. The boys’ goal is to win Metro Conference and district championships. “Everybody needs to do their part in practice and stay late to get extra work in,” junior Manuel Navarro said. On Tuesday, Oct. 13, the girls will play Edgewater High School at 3:30 p.m. at Dubsdread Golf Course. “We played them once already, and it should be a close match. It could go either way,” coach Lisa Speer said. The girls’ record to date is 2-3, and they hope to improve it with another win against Edgewater who they beat in their first match of the season. “[My goal for the girls is for them to] just better their individual scores each match,” Speer said. “I want to see them do their best.” For both teams, the match against Apopka High School was close. “Apopka was a nail biter the other day; we only won by three strokes,” Navarro said. While the boys barely won their match against Apopka, the girls lost their match by one stroke. “Apopka [was my favorite match so far]; we only lost by one. It was such a close match and it really came down to the wire,” Speer said. The girls team is a fairly new team with junior Caroline Rohe as the sole returner to the team with an average score of 58 on a 9 hole course, making her the low scorer of the girls team. “I feel we have a good group of girls, but we have a long way to go,” Rohe said. Rohe was low scorer in the girls’ first match against Edgewater. According to Ziglar, a stand out player on the boys team is senior captain Samuel Lee. Lee has played for four years now and is “taking charge thus far.” Unfortunately Lee has been out sick for the majority of the season. According to Ziglar, another standout player is Navarro. “Sam’s fundamentals for the game are very strong and therefore make him a strong player,” Ziglar said, “Manny’s desire to win and his competitive will makes him a strong player as well.” Navarro has been playing golf for close to five years and has been on the school team for three years now. “I believe we can surprise a lot of people this year; we are a scrappy bunch of guys. We just have to be consistent,” Navarro said. Coach Ziglar has been coaching the boys golf team for three years and believes the boys are better than ever. “This is the best group of guys since I have been coaching,” Ziglar said. Ziglar has been coaching for three years now. “The guys seem more willing to work on their fundamental skills; players are working on their own on weekends which give them more practice. They are more driven.” Ziglar said. Both teams practice throughout the week and have matches on Wednesday and Thursdays. “Our program is growing and we’re looking to get back to the way we have been in previous years and competing for states,” said Ziglar. “Don’t be surprised if we are winning districts in the next four years.” Districts will be held at Orange Tree golf course on Oct. 19. The dates for regionals and states are to be announced.
Premier of the Spear Oct. 12-16 Homecoming Dress Up Days Monday Cowboy/Indian Day Tuesday Dress up like your favorite . . . Wednesday Class Colors Thursday Crazy Orange and White Day
hi-lights
Evening Activities Tuesday- Powder Bowl 7 p.m. Wednesday- Braves Brawl 7 p.m. Thursday- Parade 3:30 p.m.
October 9, 2009
Oct. 15 Homecoming Game 7:30 p.m. versus University Oct. 16- 7 p.m. dance page 23
entertainment
Defining Twilight revamps test prep COMPANION TO POPULAR TEEN NOVEL BUILDS VOCABULARY By CATHERINE PORTER
They are creatures of the night; preying on defenseless people, their name used to be associated with terror, and subsequent goosebumps raised along one’s arms. Then with the release of Twilight, the word vampire came to be associated with a fantastic, tortured romance. It is only recently, however, that the creature has extended its influence to include preparation for tests such as the SAT, ACT, GED and SSAT. At first glance, Defining Twilight appears to be a weak attempt to force a popular novel into the guise of a test aid. After all, it does not seem likely that a romance novel meant for teens could provide useful content that pertains to standardized tests. However, once one delves into the topics that the test aid addresses, it is apparent that using Defining Twilight could be a useful tool. This test preparation book provides an enjoyable twist to a normally monotonous and vexing task. The aid is comprised of groups of eight vocabulary words followed by a review quiz. Each word is used within Twilight
and is followed by the page number on which it can be found. The book covers 600 familiar words such as “ocher” or “tousled”, providing added meaning and excitement to the test preparation. Using Twilight to define the words in context is a fresh spin on classic studying. Instead of going through endless lessons and practice tests, this book enables one to revisit Edward and Bella to achieve the same outcome as its counterparts. For example, group two, titled “Pallid Reflection”, includes terms from chapter one such as translucent and pallid. In this exercise, one first defines the vocabulary based on how the terms are used in context. One then proceeds to read the dictionary definition, which includes the stem meanings of the word. Once both the contextual and given definitions of the previous exercises are compared, one goes on to complete drills that include finding synonyms, antonyms and completing sentences. There are a total of 40 groups within the book; after every five groups, there is a quiz that checks for adequate comprehension of the vocabulary terms. Perhaps the only negative aspect of the aid is that it only addresses vocabulary,
Sweet Popper Original Kettle Korn
&
Fresh Squeezed Lemonade Lake Eola’s Farmer’s Market Every Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
1978-2009 31 Year Anniversary
NUMERO UNO CUBAN CUISINE 1 FREE dessert with $15 purchase and copy of advertisment 2499 S. Orange Ave. Orlando, FL 32806
407.841.3840 www.numerounocubanrestaurant.com
got yours?
buy a yearbook $70 until Nov. 7 Bring checks to Room 224 order forms available at the www.boonebraves. opcs.net > school information > yearbook
page 24
which is a small portion of standardized tests. Its counterparts give an indepth overview of information tested, as well as outlining testing procedures. Defining Twilight merely acts as a vocabulary aid. It fails to prepare one for the actual testing experience and does not inform one of any other material that the SAT, ACT, GED and SSAT may test. Furthermore, the vocabulary that is addressed only pertains to Twilight, and, unfortunately, not all terms used on standardized test will be extracted from this sole text. However, if Defining Twilight is used simply as a way to build one’s diction, this aid will certainly complete its task. It may not provide information that other test aids do, but it certainly highlights terms that may appear on standardized tests, in addition to promoting the use of context clues to define a word. Defining Twilight is an innovative and appealing way to broaden one’s vocabulary by utilizing the current vampire fad. This book could entice anyone to sink their teeth into it, coming out filled with the benefits of a better vocabulary.
Book: Defining Twilight Author: Brian Leaf, M.A. Price: $9.99 Publisher: Wiley Publishing, Inc. ISBN: 978-0-47050743-8
Star Ratings Perfection in every sense of the word. Nothing special, but worth buying. EH. Not worth the money. Might as well gouge your eyes out now.
Consumer News Stay mobile, stay social BY COOPER BROCK There is finally free, unlimited texting available on the iPhone or iPod touch. In June, GOGII released Textplus, an app that allows the user to text for free in group chats, similar to Instant Messaging. Within the first 80 days of availability, people downloaded Textplus 1.6 million times, and they use it on average ten times a day for fifty minutes. That’s higher than the 23.5 minute average for internet use. Registering is as simple as adding contacts directly from the iPhone phonebook or typing them in manually. Then, send someone a message to let them know they have been added, and if they respond texting is enabled. While texts are free, the person who has been texted will still pay according to their plan. This particular app can send texts to any U.S. 10 digit number, internationally. One of the main features is group chat where every recipient in the group receives every text. As long as a decent Wi-Fi connection is present, the app functions properly and is one hundred percent free.
October 9, 2009
However, there is a bug that can easily be avoided. When the app is not in use and the iPhone receives a message from Textplus, a notification will pop up. There are two different kinds of notifications: standard message notification and push notification. In push notification mode, when a text is received while not using the app, a small window will open and explains who sent the text with the option to view it. If standard notification is selected when a text is received from the Textplus application, the iPhone will count it as a normal text and standard messages rates will apply. Push notification keeps it completely free and can be selected on the settings. Because of all these reasons, Textplus for the iPhone is a great alternative to a texting plan. Its ability to be social and free makes it a great application for the iPhone or iPod touch.
hi-lights
entertainment
Sandwiches, teas prove worthy DELICIOUS GETS A NEW NAME WITH GREAT FOOD By TYLER PATRICK Sandwiches and tea are not usually the main focus of dinner, but Pom Pom’s Teahouse is the perfect place to grab a delicious and reasonably priced meal. It is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and on Sunday until 6 p.m. The quaint restaurant is housed in a strip mall on Bumby Avenue and seats about 15 people in five small tables. Pom Pom’s offers a variety of delicious sandwiches and salads that makes one’s mouth water. The restaurant has a homey feel. There are Japanese lanterns hanging throughout the restaurant, a couch and original paintings by employees. Pom Pom’s is known most for its teas; they have 37 different flavors, ranging from Pumpkin Spice and Jasmine to Rooibos Gingerbread Orange and Pina Colada. The categories are house blend teas ($2.50), specialty teas ($2.85) and milk teas ($2.95). Each milk tea is pre-sweetened
and served with ice and cream. Popular flavors include strawberry, honeydew, mango milk tea and green milk tea. The Rooibos Gingerbread Orange tea ($2.85) was good; however, it was too dense to add sugar. The chai tea was good; it was sweet but also had a bitter taste to it, which was a good combination and provided a satisfactory taste. All teas can be served hot or cold. Due to their excessive popularity, the restaurant was out of cupcakes and at least six teas during our visit. Another disappointment of the night was the long delay in receiving our sandwiches. Those in a hurry probably do not want to choose Pom Pom’s as a quick selection. However, the sandwiches were well worth the wait. The ham and salami sandwich ($7) contains mozzarella cheese, basil and watercress. It tasted heavenly, having the two meats melted together with cheese and a hint of watercress. The Low Rider
sandwich ($8) contains turkey, avocados, cheese, beans and sour cream, and tasted like a fabulous Mexican burrito. Another fan favorite is the colossal PB & J ($7) which contains peanut butter, strawberry jelly, marshmallow fluff and banana, all on toasted bread. One of the heftier sandwiches is Big Daddy’s Triple Decker ($9), which is toasted and contains turkey, ham, roast beef, southern slaw, thousand island dressing, muenster cheese, tomato and red onions. The yellow chicken curry salad ($7) contains apples, red onions, almonds and curry chicken atop mixed greens. While it is flavorful, it is on the spicy side so let your taste buds be warned when ordering this meal. Aside from being a good lunch or dinner eatery, breakfast is also an option on Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The egg sandwich ($7) contains the choices of one meat, one cheese and two veggies with the choice of bread or a bagel. They also have
photo/TYLER PATRICK
the Alaskan Mama ($6), a potato napolean with smoked salmon, cream cheese and dill hollandaise. Another potato napolean is the Dragon Lady ($6) with cranberry ginger chutney, whipped cream cheese, red onions and sesame ginger vinaigrette. An egg souffle can be added to any napolean for $1. Delivery is also an option
for those who live in the Boone district. You can order from doorstepdelivery.net; delivery service is $4. Pom Pom’s is the perfect place to sit and have a satisfying meal with a small group of friends. It is the place to go for a diverse selection of sandwiches.
OOEY GOOEY CHEESE. The ham and salami sandwich ($7) holds melted cheese which hangs from one half of the sandwich to the other. “It made my mouth water having that melted cheese atop the ham and salami. I would definitely get it again if I returned,” junior Amanda Fleminger said.
407.897.3406
fax: 407.895.8275
YOU’VE ALWAYS BELIEVED IN TEAMWORK. JOIN MORE THAN A MILLION WHO BELIEVE IN YOU.
Gregory D. Reddish, DMD 1414 E. Michigan St. Orlando, FL 32806 There’s strong. Then there’s Army Strong. As a Soldier in the U.S. Army, you’ll learn to be a leader, tackle new challenges and stand proud. To find out more, visit your local recruiter, goarmy.com or call 1-800-USA-ARMY.
Office Hours By Appointment
There is a school like no other. This school does more than teach. It inspires. For more information, contact your local Army recruiter at 407-898-2769, or visit goarmy.com.
Boone Braves Smile with Confidence! hi-lights
October 9, 2009
©2009. Paid for by the United States Army. All rights reserved.
page 25
entertainment
Sneak UPCOMING CONCERTS Who: Senses Fail Where: House of Blues, 490 E. Lake Buena Vista Dr. When: Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. Why: Senses Fail combines the essence of punk-pop and
hardcore rock music. They introduced their first album (Let It Unfold You) in September 2004; their latest album (Life Is Not a Waiting Room) was released in October 2008.
Who: Paramore Where: House of Blues, 490 E. Lake Buena Vista Dr. When: Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m. Why: Paramore released their debut album in August 2005. However, the alternative rock group climbed the billboard with their June 2007 release of the single “Misery Business” off the album Riot!. They released their third album (Brand New Eyes) in September 2009.
Who: Blue October Where: House of Blues, 490 E. Lake Buena Vista Dr. When: Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. Why: An alternative rock group that hit the music scene
in January 1998, the group combines rough vocals with soft melodies and have influenced other music groups such as The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus and Thriving Ivory. They released their latest album (Approaching Normal) in March 2009.
UPCOMING CD’S What: Southern Voice Who: Tim McGraw Where: For Your Entertainment (FYE) has pre-sales for $16.11
When: Oct. 20 Why: McGraw released his
first self- titled album in 1993 and since then has released 15 albums. McGraw has had 11 albums hit number one on the Billboard album charts and has also been awarded three Grammys.
page 26
What: If On A Winter’s Night Who: Sting Where: Amazon has pre-sales for $12.99 and the Deluxe Edition (CD/DVD) for $22.99.
When: Oct. 27 Why: A Former member of the 1977 English band The
Police, Sting has been awarded 16 Grammys throughout his solo career. Since his 1985 release of The Dream of Blue Turtles album, Sting has released more than 30 albums in the past 20 years. Sting is also a member of the Rock n’ Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame.
What: Saw VI, Thriller/ Horror, R-rated Who: Kevin Greutert (Director), Tobin Bell (Jigsaw/John Kramer) and Shawnee Smith (Amanda Young)
When: Oct. 23 Why: The sixth installment of the Saw series, this movie
goes deeper into the schemes of Jigsaw and puts more of his games into motion. When Jigsaw kills Special Agent Strahm, Detective Mark Hoffman is on Jigsaw’s case. Detective Hoffman is obliged to participate in one of the games and finds out more about why Jigsaw plays them.
UPCOMING BOOKS
UPCOMING MOVIES What: Where The Wild
What: And Another Thing...(The Hitchhiker’s Guide Series
Things Are, Fantasy, PG-rated
#6)
Who:
Who: Eoin Colfer When: Oct. 12 Why: And Another Thing... is the sixth installment to the
Spike Jonze (Director); Max Records (Max) and Catherine Keener (Connie)
When: Oct. 16 Why: Where the Wild Things
Are is based on the 1963 children’s book written by Maurice Sendak about a boy named Max who was punished by his mother and sent to his room. In his room Max imagines the land of the Wild Things, where the monsters welcome him and make him their leader. Max then continues leading a rebellious journey with his new friends.
What: The Stepfather, Thriller/Horror, PG-13 rated Who: Nelson McCormick (Director); Penn Badgley (Michael Harding), David Walsh (David Harris) and Sela Ward (Susan Harding).
When: Oct. 16 Why: The Stepfather is a remake of a 1987 horror film
featuring Penn Badgley from the series Gossip Girl, the movie introduces Michael Harding’s new stepfather as he returns from military school. Michael begins to discover strange things about his new stepfather and soon realizes that there is something wrong with the past of the picture-perfect man his mother loves.
October 9, 2009
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy series. After Douglas Adam’s five books, Colfer is given the right to add another to the unfinished series. This book is about Arthur’s arrival on Earth after his extended and enduring journey through the universe. However, Arthur soon finds out that Earth is about to be blown up again.
What: Children of Dust Who: Ali Etarez When: Oct. 13 Why: Children of Dust
tells about Ali Etarez’s childhood and how he grew up in Pakistan. The book reveals Etarez’s troubles during his experience at a madrassa, or Muslim school. The book also goes through the struggles and disciplined he lived like while residing with his Pakistani parents. He journeys on to America with his family, and Etarez writes about the hardships of being an American teenager while growing up in a strict Muslim household. The novel explores Etarez’s life and discoveries of the world around him.
hi-lights
The Athlete’s Foot® is the world’s first franchise of athletic footwear stores and recognized today as the world leader in athletic footwear franchising. New Location in SODO: 45 West Crystal Lake Suite # 183
407.425.3668
JOIN OUR CLUB
Get
20% off a purchase of $50 or more
when you sign up
Join the official TAF fan club! You’ll receive news on new products, exclusive offers, birthday surprises and more!
www.theathletesfoot.com
taforlando@gmail.com
10% off entire purchase with Boone Student ID
entertainment
photo/THOMAS BOYD
photo/KARENJAEN
photo/KAREN JAEN
photo/KAREN JAEN
photo/COURTESY OF UNIVERSAL STUDIOS ORLANDO
photo/KAREN JAEN
photo/THOMAS BOYD
Horror movie stars haunt Orlando UNIVERSAL STUDIOS TAKES MOVIE MAKING TO THE EXTREME By KAREN JAEN For the next month, Universal Studios will transform into Halloween Horror Nights 19, “Ripped from the Silver Screen”. Upon entering, a white-faced, heavy-lidded ticket vendor stands beside an abandoned ticket booth. This is just a taste of what is to come. Horror movie stars Jigsaw, Chucky, Wolfman, Frankenstein and Dracula are the main attractions and star in their own haunted houses. More than half of the eight haunted houses lived up to the horror of the movies. The Saw haunted house takes one through all the torture contraptions and wicked “games” featured in Saw I through Saw V. Victims are trapped in complicated torture machines such as bear traps; they yell out for help while Jigsaw watches from monitors located throughout the house. This gives the feeling of true terror and pity for the victims who repeatedly cry out in pain. Silver Screams truly emits horror. This house is separated into different movie theaters and features characters from The Strangers, Shaun of the Dead, Phantom of the Opera and
8
7
SCREAM OF BOREDOM
page 28
My Bloody Valentine. The rooms are different scenes from each movie and the actors play their part as frightening as the actors on screen do. They leave the hairs on one’s neck standing straight up. Chucky: Friends til the End, while being highly anticipated, was unsatisfactory. Chucky rounds up an army of misfit toys to terrorize those who enter the haunted house. The details and music in the house set the mood for terror, but the actors lacked the menacing feel and authentic scare factor of the star of Child’s Play. Universal Studios is giving the public an exclusive preview into two upcoming horror films: The Wolfman and Cirque Du Freak: The Vampire’s Assistant. The creators of Halloween Horror nights received still shots of the scenes in these movies and incorporated the shots into The Wolfman haunted house and the Cirque Du Freak scare zone. The Wolfman house takes one through a 1940s wild forest where Wolfman hides in the trees. The house demonstrates that the film will be as grueling and iconic as the 1941 original. Cirque Du Freak features characters from
6
5
the movie such as the bearded lady and snake boy. By the looks of them, the movie will bring back the beloved circus freak show that has been lost for years. Dracula, a diluted character who over the years has appeared on cereal boxes and has become kid-friendly, is reintroduced in Dracula: Legacy in Blood. He is the alpha male in his castle full of vicious female vampires. There are vampires that accept and reject Dracula’s curse and that makes them more or less vicious to intruders of the castle. Another character brought back in a horrific way is Frankenstein. Frankenstein: Creation of the Damned carries one through Dr. Frankenstein’s dilapidated castle as he tries to generate a better species of the monster and his monster’s bride. While the houses were well done the scare zones weren’t as frightening as one would hope. They were more entertaining to watch and caused only mild fear when entering. Lights, Camera, Hacktion takes one through a movie production gone dreadfully wrong. The stars of the movie turn against the production crew and wipes out everyone in sight. These
giant, blood covered, chainsaw wielding men haunt those who enter the zone. On the way to Frankenstein: Creation of the Damned, pass through scare zone Apocalypse: City of Cannibals to see New York city at it’s horror movie best. Vicious cannibals attack the traffic of the city and feed off of Wall Street type workers in an animalistic manner. The “Silver Screen” theme is expertly crafted and demonstrates the detail that the creators put into it. The year-long work of developing ideas and then turning them into life is obvious to those who attend. It is evident that the creators spend exorbitant amounts of time thinking about how they are going to execute their ideas through actors, costumes, haunted houses and scare zones. General admission for all nights is $69.99, if one purchases a Frequent Fear Pass which admits entry for 13 nights for $69.99. Tickets purchased online 24 hours prior to the day one is attending will receive $30 off, annual pass holders receive $40 off. Halloween Horror Nights, for a consecutive nineteeth year, brings breath-taking terror to all who enter the event.
4
2
MELLOW MONSTERS
October 9, 2009
3
1 ABSOLUTELY TERRIFYING
hi-lights