2013-2014 Issue 6

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15 – Love Tennis team takes competition to the courts.

New players find their new place.

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Child friendly play raises funds and brings big smiles to small faces.

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Volume 88 ∙ Issue 6 ∙May 1, 2014

MILES TRENGTH UPPORT

SPECIAL OLYMPICS Dustin Mu, Journalist In the recent 2014 Special Olympics, smiles flooded the faces of volunteers and spectators as participants ran, jumped and swam their way to the finish line.

It is not every day that students and faculty have the chance to take a day away from school work to assist with a community event. Countless students busied themselves with measuring long jump, overseeing softball games, timing races, along with numerous other tasks.

“I heard about it over the intercom and it sounded like a good opportunity,” said sophomore Nora Klick.

Volunteers as well as spectators filled the stands with support. “There has been a large amount of community support.

When you come out here, there are almost as many volunteers as there are athletes,” said volunteer Courtney Lyerly.

The Great Falls High and CMR Key Clubs also participated in the event.

Sophomore Key Club member, Sabrina Lamere said, “I do this every year. I enjoy

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meeting new people, and being a part of the activities. I admire that the athletes don’t care about what other people think.

They influence us through their positivity.”

First time volunteer and freshman Elyssa Jeffrey, agreed. “Even when the athletes come in last, they are still smiling. It’s inspiring. There is never any negativity. The athletes are always so fun and positive.”

The Montana Special Olympics is a non-profit organization meant to provide programs for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The organization is funded by companies, volunteers and personal donations.

Great Falls students and community members support the Montana Special Olympics yearly. It is a mission of Great Falls Public School District and the Montana Special Olympics to have as many students and faculty members as possible involved and engaged.

Volunteers are an essential factor to the smooth continuation of the games.

TOSS UP Taylor Bailey from Chief Joseph finishes her softball toss with senior Desiree Zigler’s help. Bailey had just completed her longest throw of 33.25 inches.

Bailey also participated for the second year in the swimming competition.

A WORD FOR THE WIN Kathy Wanner, special education teacher, advises freshman Dixie Ryan on a softball throw. This is Wanner’s second year coaching in the Special Olympics.“She’s a really strong thrower,” praised Wanner, who met Dixie (DeDe) at the beginning of the school year.

Photos Alysha Camacho

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First time voters anticipate school improvement

DROPPING IN Delphian Choir members sing, “Adoramus Te.” Various classrooms experienced drop-ins from the film crew, who video illustrated positive classroom environments in a selection of the district’s schools. Photo Dustin Mu Index

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Shandra Jones, Journalist It matters that voters mark a box: yes, no, maybe... but a decision has to be made.

Every day people make important decisions that not only affect themselves, but also, other people. Eighteen-year-old students have officially signed on to become decision making citizens, as they vote on the upcoming 2014 Mill Levy.

When history teachers encouraged students 18 and older to register to vote, many young adults flocked to the opportunity. “It’s important to be active in politics as soon as possible,” said senior Elizabeth Ruud.

District officials have requested $1,644,158 to provide: fewer overloaded classrooms, gifted education opportunities, more elementary and high school math teachers, technology resources and health and security improvements to public schools.

If the Mill Levy is successful,

then home owners whose homes are valued at $100,000 will be asked to pay an extra $18.96 per home. To estimate that tax rate on a person’s home the school district has provided a calculator on the gfps website (gfps.k12. mt.us/2014election).

“People will vote yes because they know how important the levy is to the schools and want to support education,” said Ruud.

“Others will vote no because they have heard that it will increase their taxes.”

Some community non-profit organizations have taken matters into their own hands to ensure the Mill Levy doesn’t fail. KEY, Kids Education Yes, has provided volunteer opportunities for teens to meet and establish plans to help convince the community to vote in favor of supporting the public school budget.

By going door-to-door and encouraging peers to vote for the Mill Levy, involved students

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could affect the results of the levy. “The outcome this year is going to be drastically affected by the younger population. With so many young leaders getting involved, it’s easy to see how the word has spread throughout the schools,” said senior and KEY member, Ariana Newton.

Yet, while many people will support the Mill Levy, others will vote against it. “They believe our administration makes too much money in salary; however, our administrators are some of the lowest paid out of all the AA districts,” said student body president, Hannah Good.

Students will gain positive voting experience with their first community decisions. “To really reach out and have a voice in the community, means that it’s important to vote, especially as a young adult. Everyone deserves to be heard. Having a say politically is an extraordinary opportunity,” said Newton.

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BRIEFING

HOW TO

EXCEL IN APPLICANCY

Desired qualities ensure future employment Sara Moltzan, Executive Editor After finding all open positions and narrowing the job hunt down to the perfect career, the realization of cluelessness hits.

To be the best applicant in any given situation there is a general timeline one must follow.

The first step is to search for all open positions. “Do your research. Know the company, know the people and know the expectations they have about the position,” said bison business teacher Tracy Milton. “Find out how they prefer people to apply and apply that way.” Many companies want one to personally return applications to them.

With most every company, an interview occurs before hiring. “Have a resume and a cover letter even if they’re not required. It will make you stand out as a professional applicant,” said Milton.

In the interview, avoid being shy. “The more outgoing and friendly you are, the more likely you are to get hired,” said Junior Zach Smith.

Take the interview seriously. “The most important part is the interview because it’s how they base your character and how you’ll be as an employee and it’s the biggest part about getting hired,” said senior Darian Keels. “Be yourself because if you lie in an interview they will find out eventually.”

After the interview, there are important things to remember. “Treat everyone with respect whether they’re the hiring personnel or not,” said Milton. “If you’re near the business, dress nicely.”

If the interview went well, and the position is still open, call the hiring personnel back and inquire about the position. However, avoid calling more than once. The objective is to seem interested, not desperate.

May 1, 2014

CODY EVANS

Great Falls High Alumnus Cody Evans passed away at age 19. Evans was a positive person who focused much of his life on music. He played the guitar and ukulele. In his spare time he worked on writing and recording pieces with his friends.

Evans disliked the idea of fighting. He would say fighting was stupid and pointless and everyone should get along. “I think he would say life is way too short to be mad at the stupid stuff. Love people while you are here,” said senior Sydney Austin.

Because he identified himself as an upbeat person, Evans would say everyone should wear tidye to his funeral. “The day he died, he was in the best mood. I did not think it was going to be his last day, but it was a good last day for him,” said Austin.

Evans funeral will take place at The Faith Center, 4700 10th Ave. S. on May 2 at 5 p.m.

SECOND WINTER WREAKS HAVOC

Board considers changes to winter driving policy Levi Olson, Journalist Winter is coming, a phrase that exists not only in the “Game of Thrones” series but also in reality.

Montana’s winters come unpredictably, causing people to reconsider the effectiveness of school policies related to these frigid conditions. “School policies should consider road conditions more,” said senior Beau Stingley. Stingley, like many others, combats the winter weather for sports and travel in his daily life.

Student complaints often remark how the schools do not close for severe winter weather. “The district has to decide on a daily basis if the schools will close. There is no policy that says we can’t close the schools, but we have to follow guidelines to determine if it will be safer for the stu-

dents to be at school,” said Superintendent Tammy Lacey.

Often the school will not close because the building can provide safety. “The bottom line is that schools are a safe and constant place where parents can guarantee their children are not outside,” said Lacey.

Some look to the calendar committee, hoping changes formulate in the schedule to avoid some of these difficulties. “When the calendar is made the weather isn’t discussed. We focus more on the hourly and daily requirements and the 180 days needed in a school year,” said committee member Dawn O’Leary.

The committee plans to give its schedule recommendation in mid-May with the chance of some changes from the Superintendent’s new task force.

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stick man Joe Ruffato uses a yard stick to reach the projection on his second white board. Photo Dustin Senger

Teacher evolves to new career path Kristen Hanning, Editor-in-chief Biology teacher Joe Ruffato will be resigning after a six year stretch at Great Falls High.

Although his time is cut short, it will not remain insignificant. Ruffato said, “It’s been a great experience getting to know the students and staff.”

Ruffato not only recognizes how he was impacted at the school but desires a meaningful influence on his students. “I hope that students can look back and remember learning about science in my class.”

crock pot Chris Crocker talks to Senior Paul Bramblett.

Crocker often advised his students. Photo Dustin Senger

Problem solver Julie Tramelli assesses students’ needs and solves qualms “She made school more fitting for my needs,” said Senior Brynn Egan. Photo Alysha Camacho

extra screening Jeanie Hanson clarifies modules.

Hanson has spent nine years working in the Bison Business department. Photo Alysha Camacho

Teens renew spirit in educator

Constant use of life skills delights retiree

Brandon Taylor, Journalist Julie Tramelli will retire after 30 years in education, totaling 23 as teacher and seven as an administrator.

Tramelli believes any impact she will leave on her students will be significant. “If nothing else, they know that I care about them as people first, and I’ll do whatever it takes to empower them, to meet with success.”

Tramelli remember’s the time she spent with students fondly. “They’ve kept me young. They exhilarate me, give me energy. They teach me important life lessons.”

In her 30 years, Tramelli has taught at GFHS, CMR and West Elementary. She’s taught everything from third grade to algebra.“They make me believe in and give hope for the future.”

Sara Moltzan, Executive Editor Jeanie Hanson began her teaching career at Great Falls High 37 years ago. She then left to teach at an alternative high school, but ultimately returned to GFH to instruct students in business related classes including accounting and financial tech skills.

Hanson enjoys the frequency of which students can use information learned in her class. Hanson said “I hope I have left a practical impact on students.

What I teach students they will need for real life, not just advancements in higher education.”

However Hanson is not strictly business. “These students help me keep my sense of humor,” said Hanson “They make me laugh.”

Many of Hanson’s former students return to visit her “It’s fun seeing what paths students have followed and will follow in the future,” said Hanson.

Spare change Vickie McMickle reads the paper with students. McMickle feels she has changed her students as much as they have changed her. Photo Alysha Camacho

Hasta Luego Echo Ukrainetz and Senior Tyler Green converse in Spanish. In retirement Ukrainetz will pursue her budding art career. Photo Dustin Senger

Economic strife inspires mentor

Spanish teacher draws out plans for retirement

Kristen Hanning, Editor-in-chief Special education teacher Vickie McMickle will not leave GFH as both a teacher and a mentor.

McMickle said, “The greatest impact in special ed is helping the kids work and become independent.”

In McMickle’s nine years at GFH, she has also learned about the economic struggles throughout the school. “Teaching at Great falls high has opened my eyes to the level of poverty that some students face,” said McMickle. Through this revelation, McMickle spent a portion of her time at the school with her involvement with the Bison Giving Tree.

Although some students face challenges in their lives, McMickle commemorates her experience.

“This school has shown how truly wonderful and resourceful kids are and how disabilities don’t count against a person,” said McMickle.

Kristen Hanning, Editor-in-chief Echo Ukrainetz has been teaching in the foreign language department at GFH for the past 18 years.

In the time Ukrainetz has put into her Spanish classes she assumes the school has impacted her more than she could ever impact it. She said “When you leave a place, it’s like taking a cup of water out of a pool. For a while you will see the ripples, but after a while the water carries on.”

What most impresses her is the school spirit.

“The thing about this school that impacts me the most is the school spirit. The pride students have in our school,” said Ukrainetz.

Ukrainetz raves about the pride that is taken in the integrity of the school. “I find that students take pride in this building, and take care of the history here,” said Ukrainetz.

Chemistry teacher offers life long lessons Brandon Taylor, Journalist Chris Crocker began working at GFH nine years ago with a desire to teach. “I wanted to help them learn about science,” said Crocker.

“I really wanted my students to learn more than the curriculum, more than just science. The life lessons you can also learn are very important to me.”

He also advised his students. “Always eat Ramen if nothing else,” said Crocker.

attention Cassandra Ross works with Junior Mark Helgeson. Photo Alysha Camacho

Short time creates lasting impression Kristen Hanning, Editor-in-chief Cassandra Ross will resign her position as a science teacher at GFH after a short three years to accept a job as a navigator in the Air National Guard.

Her time remains short, however, substantial.

“I’ve gotten to work with some great people. I think I’ve made some life-long friends and hopefully I’ve been able to influence the lives of some of my students,” said Ross.

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Editorial

OPINION

May 1, 2014

Administration's pending changes give seniors reason for uproar

Change is only a good thing in the eyes of the person making the changes. In the eyes of the pending administration, changing the venue of the long standing senior luncheon to the senior brunch seems like a good idea.

Meanwhile, seniors are furious about the change. The senior luncheon has always been an occasion of honor and celebration for the seniors while they are in limbo between graduation and their last day of school.

Usually the occasion is held at a classy venue such as the airport. The food is catered and well worth the price of the ticket. The luncheon gives seniors one last occasion to make nostalgia of their time together in high school. This year, that’s all been cut away.

The senior brunch tickets will now be sold at $7, cheaper than the original $15 price. All of the attending seniors will be packed into the Old Gym. Food will be made and served almost ‘potluck’ style, by teachers and students

enrolled in Culinary-III, Hospitality.

Administration wanted people to be able to attend the state softball games afterwards. We don’t even know if our team will be competing in the state tournament yet, although we hope for the best.

The changes with this administration have come in droves. Between safety protocols that caused students to be consistently late to classes and new assemblies to honor students’ achievements, scheduling social experiments seems to be an ongoing theme throughout this administration’s reign.

One thing the administration is doing right, is learning from their mistakes and fixing them.

There will always be mistakes made by any administration. Whether the new founded senior brunch will be a flop or not remains unknown until the occasion happens.

It's important to remember that the administration isn't in office to spit in the face of

our traditions. They are simply calling the shots that they believe will do the greatest amount of good for the students, and the school as a whole.

For the time being though, students should rely on the administration to do the right thing, and honor our standing traditions. This year’s senior brunch is just another social experiment, just like last year’s changes to the senior assembly. Changes that were executed quite smoothly, and successfully. This year the senior assembly will be executed the same way.

Seniors that think that the brunch is a good idea, and would enjoy attending, by all means do so! Buy tickets, go with friends, have a good time! The seniors who dislike the idea, simply need not to buy a ticket. Get some pals together, go to Denny's, make your own memories.

Whichever the senior class chooses, seniors need to show the administration how they feel about these changes calmly and civilly.

Spill it Lack of diversity offers comfort, upsets others

Sara Moltzan, Executive Editor ‘That guy’s in everything!’

While this phrase is usually used exclusively for movies and television, it adequately translates to the narrow diversity of students. This is displayed by the same students representing their class from the starting day of Freshman year until graduation day.

The defense for this action lies in the misconception that fame equals talent. If this were the case Rebecca Black would be known for her other songs not just the notoriously hated ‘Friday’.

The same students consistently reappear in school events for the same reason “that guy” is in everything: it’s easier to know one person representing a group than to know a whole group.

“That guy” has represented a majority of the group with passable accuracy and the ever popular “if it

isn’t broken, why fix it” mentality.

Adam Sandler for example used to be “that guy.” He was in every comedy. It was easy to know him as the comedian of actors. Most importantly, many people found the consistency of his presence comforting to a comedic break in a style that everyone loved initially.

Over time there always comes a new “that guy”. As Adam Sandler stopped being so adored by comedians, he lost popularity with the public and became just “a guy”.

This same process applies to the student politics of Great Falls High. The more “that guy” initially appeared in school events the more assuaged students feel. However this acts as a double edged sword for both the representatives and the general student population.

The representatives receive the “fame”.

Every accomplishment they have is known all but instantaneously and further lionized with each mentioning of it. Likewise every mistake made by a representative is chastised greater than the mistakes of the general population.

While the general population receives a bit less notoriety for their mistakes, they also receive less fame for their accomplishments. This wears on their esteem and begs the question, if the system is so flawed, why hasn’t it been changed?

Adam Sandler, though not the face of comedy anymore, is still among the most recognized comedians. This reasoning lies in the principal .

As hard as it is to make a name for one’s self, it is equally hard to lose that name.

It is not the politics of the school that is flawed, but rather the permanence of reputation and society’s justification behind “that guy.”

THE PUBLIC OPINION Problematic bullying confronts kids in school every day Kendra Clark, Guest Writer When it comes to bullying, genders handle it in their own way. Usually, boys are more direct and up front with bullying while girls find others to do dirty work for them. Most of the time, girls tend to spread rumors and get other groups to single certain people out.

A better definition of bullying is when someone feels uncomfortable in their own skin around a certain group of people. Typically, it would take a few times of being around these people to figure out who the problem is. One might argue that the solution would be the repetitive pattern the school system is looking for.

Bullying can range from words and jokes being taken the wrong way, to violence and death threats through cyber-bullying and face-to-face bullying. With growing technology, face-to-face bullying is becoming less and less common.

Bullies thrive on the reactions of their victims and ignoring them can make them step up their efforts. Ignore the behavior only after making as many adults as possible

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Seniors struggle to make it through their last school days Taylor Albrecht, Journalist

BOTTOM LINE

If there was an anti-bullying group in the school, do you think students would participate?

aware of the situation.

Physical bullying increases throughout elementary school, peaks in middle school and declines in high school.

Verbal abuse, on the other hand, remains constant from kindergarten and throughout high school.

Bullying is more likely to occur when there is no poor or inadequate adult supervision. A lack of structure and few to no rules against bullying contribute too. It can also occur where teachers and students accept or are indifferent to bullying. Montana is the only state without any laws criminalizing bullying.

Bullying affects everyone including the bystander. Less than 20 percent of people actually try to stop it because of the bystander effect. The bystander effect is when someone does not react to a situation like bullying and walks away. They are most likely thinking that it either isn't their problem or someone else will intervene.

The school needs a care group for the victims of bullying. The school has care groups for all sorts of problems, but they need one for kids who are feeling insecure among their peers because of bullying.

The symptoms show every year. Seniors balance school, social lives, college preparation and part-time jobs. Once seniors get accepted to a college, high school is placed on the back burner and they coast through for the rest of the year. Soon, school work starts to slide and grades follow. The diagnosis?

Senioritis.

Senioritis is an “illness” caught by seniors on the verge of graduation. Often it is caught once students return from spring break. Symptoms include laziness, lack of desire to be at

school, incomplete homework, tunnel vision of the future, messy hair, sweatpants and timeworn Bison T-shirts. Lack of studying, continuous absences, and an “I-am-so-over-this” attitude tend to follow.

Easy to catch and hard to get rid of, Senioritis can be particularly dangerous to future plans of anxious students that are awaiting graduation. Acceptance letters that are received in the mail are not always guaranteed rides into college. Colleges have the ability to take back offers of admission, change available

"I would hope so! I hope that kids would stand up against bullying and kids that needed support would feel welcomed there."

–Grace Wilkins, 11 "Yes, because people are against bullying unanimously. It's something everybody can agree is wrong and they want to stop it."

–Keaton Burcham, 10 "Yes, because in our generation, bullying has become more of a problem. I think kids would enjoy and seek that help."

–Evona Whitish, 12 financial aid, or put students on academic probation because of Senioritis.

Colleges do look at final grades and can determine such changes based upon final transcripts. It is important to not let senior year slip even though it quickly comes to an end.

Determination and drive from seniors can help prevent possible side-effects of Senioritis. When preparing to venture into the “real world” as graduates, there are tips to make the transition less stressful. Refining study skills

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May 1, 2014

COUNTER

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Twitter birds lack any intelligent thoughts

Facial autobiographies infuriate public

Shandra Jones, Journalist If I poked you, would you like it?

The internet sensation that exploded to become Facebook was started by Mark Zuckerberg in 2004 with the intentions of being a college social networking site until it morphed into an institution of modern day life for all ages.

Now, anyone that is 13 or older can utilize the site to keep in touch with old school mates and distant relatives through status updates and photographic evidence.

Newer sites like Twitter and Instagram are rapidly gaining members and some people say that Facebook is quickly becoming the new Myspace, forgotten and abandoned. While younger generations may prefer the Twittersphere, Facebook is circling towards its original audience and shying away from young adults.

On Facebook, the number at the top of someone’s friends list doesn’t matter so much, but on Twitter, Instagram, and Vine the tiny letters under each name signify popularity and success. By centering around entertainment, these networks create impersonal socializing and create new ways to waste time online.

Filtered photos and clever captioning is all nice and dandy, but in most instances, relatives across the country would much rather be kept up to date with aspects in life like winning a football game or getting the lead role in a play, not a snapshot of cheesy pizza and a Diet Coke.

Other sites are intended for mundane details or funny quotes that a favorite celebrity might say. Facebook benefits people that want to get a message out en mass and wish to share a story or even plan functions. Sites that have character limits make it difficult for people to fluently explain aspects in life but Facebook’s unlimited space allows the sharing of both quick updates and small stories.

The unlimited space also helps professionals keep their diction classy.

Respected adults ignore slang language on Facebook and are able to write like an intelligent adult, not in series of abbreviated phrases and chopped words.

Facebook also offers private pages and groups to communicate with a specific set of people that other communication domains do not provide. This benefits party planners, clubs and business extraordinaires that wish to efficiently spread the word.

If one wants to spend internet time scrolling through short phrases and threads, then Twitter is the social media to choose. But, if he or she desires real status updates and hopes to post about detailed experiences, then Facebook is the place to be.

Daryle Albert, Journalist Imagine a seventh of the total population of the Earth on one webpage, where anybody can look them up and see all sorts of information about them. Their pets, their family, their birthday, even what he or she is doing right now. They can also see the same type of information about you.

That is what things like Facebook and Twitter have achieved. Since the creation of Myspace in 2003, people all over the world have joined the multimedia age for the reason of keeping up to date with friends and relatives and letting them know has what been going on with them, with a total of 1.73 billion people who participate on these sites. Twitter is one of the better and easier of these sites.

With the use of Twitter, someone can type out their thoughts or an event or something of that nature, then anybody who is following that person can see the message and post responses to the ‘tweet’ whether it is positive or negative feedback and vise-versa. Most people’s followers consist of their friends and family members, so they can always stay in the loop.

It can also serves as a fun ‘popularity contest’. People will try to build up a huge following by posting interesting and relevant tweets, following other people, and by taking advantage of the hashtag search system.

The helpful search system makes it easier for a person to find a friend or a certain subject. Say someone wanted to find tweets on chocolate. They would go to the search bar and search for #hashtag chocolate, which will lead to any results with #chocolate or something along the same lines in the tags. This can help people find other friends who use twitter. There is a specific use for this to increase following.

Every Friday is #FF day, or #FollowFriday. This is where the tweeter gives a shout-out or thank you to their favorite followers. This could lead to that person who is put on the list of shout-outs to give let their followers know about that person and could get interested and start following that person.

Then people who search for #FF can find other people’s lists.

You could also use Twitter to follow an organization or a business. This helps the person learn about events, sales, incoming shipments, and other pieces of information that could help them the next time they go shopping or visit that particular place.

Twitter also has useful features and customizable aspects that allows someone to really make their Twitter account into something of their own image, something original, something from their own imagination. This can make a Twitter account something unique or personal that really defines who that person is and could possibly attract other interesting people to their account.

Tweet di •a•tribe T alking Generation's disregard of directions infuriates, annoys leadership (dī΄ə-trīb ́) n.

[Sara Moltzan, Executive Editor]

The "in one ear and out the other" listening style of today's generation calls for a change, and soon.

If a direction goes against what one wants to hear he will blatantly ignore it. For example, when an Iniwa journalist decides what he wishes to write trumps editorial approval, he may decide that he will print that story. He may disregard those scolds in order to write what he originally wanted to put on the page, despite editorial disapproval.

When confronted, claims of ignorance may arise. The defense of this said actions leads to the undesirable result of inaction, and the spew of "there is nothing I can do."

In legal terms, ignorance is no excuse for disregard of the law. High school is the time when one needs to grow up and realize that he will soon be expected to act like an adult.

He must own his actions and their consequences, and he cannot and and note taking habits before high school ends keeps them fresh in mind when August comes. Ditching habits that will affect self sufficiency and slow seniors down is important when it is time to live alone.

Set goals to achieve during the first years of college.

Avoid creating an overbearing schedule that will eliminate the fun out of the first year.

Significant reduction in seniors' level of interest and activity in high school classes means that seniors can be less ready for the rigors of college courses

will not be allowed to use it as an excuse. He must make the changes in accordance with suggestion whether he disagrees or not.

He will not always have someone to hold his hand and fix his mistakes for him.

If high schoolers demand respect they must act like adults. One does not demand respect, one earns it.

Owning mistakes and fixing them promptly and to the best of their abilities provides one example of this gain.

The mentality of "I didn't hear it so it is no longer my fault" will not be tolerated in the real world. Every action must be owned by its creator and its consequences handled thusly.

When entering the workforce, an employer will not put up with the disregard of directions, and certainly will not tolerate the excuse, "I never heard that." Poor listening skills is the ailment of children, not fully capable

that lie ahead. Maintain focus on all academic work.

Seniors have worked exceptionally hard for the past 12 years to walk across the stage with their friends. Ending strongly is a goal all seniors should set. Enjoying the end of senior year is detrimental.

Focusing too much on college can cause seniors to forget about the exciting memories they should be creating with their graduating classmates.

But, classmates are not the only ones celebrating such an important time with seniors.

adults.

One of the many unpleasant parts of growing up is owning up to your mistakes and doing whatever you can to fix them.

The work force will deem poor listening skills as a part of gross incompetency, and will dismiss anyone immediately for said actions.

If it is not poor listening skills, disregarding directions is rooted in selfishness and laziness.

Although, doing things correctly can rarely be deemed easy or concise.

This does not make taking a short cut acceptable or even permissible.

Directions are not given to make one's life difficult but rather to improve the life of a group as a whole. Blatant disregard is unacceptable.

If a person wishes to excel at any aspect in their life, he must understand the formality of which actions must take place beginning with following instructions.

Parents play the biggest role when sending seniors off to college. They hand out thousands of dollars for seniors’ educations. Show parents gratitude and work at helping minimize those costs. After all, it is not their education.

Most of all, it is important to have fun while beginning new adventures as adults.

High school comes once, so enjoy it while its here. The cure for Senioritis 2014 is June 1, graduation. Avoid the illness until then!

Bradley Goodell @Balla_Ging18 The bond between ACT table partners is an unbreakable, special bond that one only gets to treasure for 5 joyous hours. alex dea @alexMdea senioritis is a real disease and I'm living proof.

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1 in 4 One in four students at Great Falls High find grades more important than the material learned.

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Ninety-six percent of students feel that grades are important.

STICK IT TO THEM Students have come up with new, innovative ways to cheat including: sticky notes on the bottom of shoes, writing on the upper thigh and sharing or dividing homework. Based on an Iniwa survey over 80 percent of students cheat. Photo Justus Bushong

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Letter grades trump retention of material, drive students to cheat

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it just to pass. When asked if he thinks teachers think grades are more important than learning the concept, Sturdevant said, “Not all teachers, but some teach just to get through the curriculum.”

Sometimes teachers don’t teach the concept because they can’t. They have a required amount of material to get through before the end of the year.

Some teachers think this is the only way to do it.

Biology Teacher Gary Copeland said, “When we

It’s unacceptable. I think the more kids cheat, the easier it is to do. There’s less guilt the more kids cheat,” said Jeanie Hanson, Bison Business Teacher.

teach kids, we need a way to grade their progress.”

However, grades can remove motivation. When all students care about is the grade they don’t care about learning the material.

If an assessment arrives that will have a big impact on their grade, even if they are confident in their abilities it could push them to cheat.

Grades are also poor communicators.

Many students are bad test takers, but is that factored in on a report card?

No. Grades show that the destination is more important than the journey.

Students are being taught that all goals have tangible rewards.

Not all journeys through life will have a physical reward, and students are getting the wrong message.

They feel pressured and cut corners to finish assignments, and they will learn to cut corners for the rest of their life.

Grades are holding our nations young back, and the world needs to see that.

I think it’s wrong. By cheating they’re just hurting themselves. There are other ways of making it up,” said Robin Verzuh, Library Aide

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Brandon Taylor, Journalist Cheating has always been considered a “bad move,” and students are frequently punished for it.

But are they always at fault? Nobody ever asks their motives as to why they cheated. Sometimes the school pushes kids to cheat.

Sophomore Chase Sturdevant said, “I’ve cheated a few times, but just so I wouldn’t fail the class.” Many times teachers punish students for cheating, when they do

81%

Eighty-one percent of students have admitted to cheating on assignments.

38%

Thirty-eight percent of students would have failed a class if they did not cheat.

40%

Over 40 percent of students cheated on assignments because they felt the class didn’t matter and/or they didn’t want to do the work.

Statistics based on 109 randomly selected students surveyed.

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School year ushers in changes, significant events

Jay Albert, Journalist

#lockdown #state

This year marks a milestone for the Great Falls High Wrestling team with their second win in a row at State. In the AA State Wrestling Competition, Senior Austin Shupe took first place with his junior teammate, Randy Keesler, taking second followed by Tommy McMillen, Casey Dobson and Gage Bently taking third, forth, and fifth respectively. Shupe said “I guess you could say we are the All-Star team at GFH. We won State.”

During the scheduled pep rally to celebrate the wrestlers second state win and to support the basketball teams and the softball team, teachers had discovered a piece of writing on the wall in one of the girls bathroom that called for a lockdown. They were forced to keep students in the fieldhouse, where the pep rally was taking place, for up to three hours to allow police forces to secure the both main and south campus.

Many additional activities took place to help with restlessness.

#gatsby

Spring Prom, also known as the Senior Prom or Morp, went through a few changes. This year, Seniors had to pay with a $5 discount on the final price instead of it being free. Morp was also assigned a theme this year (Party with Gatsby), and the Spring Formal was combined with Morp this year. Mr. Donisthorpe, the head of DECA, said “We did this to try to bring in more students and get Seniors to take Morp seriously again so they can have fun.” This was a collaborative effort by both student government and the business department, similar to groups such as the BPA and DECA.

#cold

This years winter prom was one to remember. Not because of the dance itself, but for the weather conditions. Students were called out of the dance around 11:30 to start warming up their cars so that they didn’t freeze and it was possible for them to leave in the -37 degree weather. At the time, there wasn’t a single place on planet Earth that was colder than -37 degrees. The closest was Antarctica with a temperature of -26 degrees, however it was summer there.

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The new attendance policy allows students with high grades and little to no absences to skip their semester final. This has been beneficial because it has decreased the number of total absences over the course of the first semester. Jane Gregoire said, “Attendance has been increased by about 75 percent thus far.” Regardless, the policy has received heavy criticism. Many teachers believe that it doesn’t help students because the semester tests in high school are meant to prepare teens for college testing, which cannot be skipped and is usually 40 percent or higher of their grade which can make or break a grade.

South Campus has added a cafeteria into its halls named the Bison Bistro. The purpose of the addition was to divide the number of students for some of the more packed lunches between the two.

This has been successful because for the overcrowded C lunch, around 40-50 students go to the Bistro, which leaves more room in the main cafeteria. The Bison Bistro usually serves what the a la carte line would have served in the original cafeteria.

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Acting Out Strong Voice

Actors need to be able to project their voice on stage when acting.

Actors need to be able to voice creative ideas that may help improve the production.

Emotions

Actors need to be able to portray a bunch of emotions whether it is on the spot or throughout the entire show.

Dedication

Creativity

Actors need imagination and the ability to step into another character aside from their own.

Actors have to be ready to work long rehearsals and be very dedicated to the cast, crew and the play overall, to make it a great production.

Passion

Rory Okes’ Top Five Tips on Becoming an Actor

Acting needs to be something they love to do. Actors need to have a love for acting and performing.

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Rory Okes shares passion Traits assist aspiring actors Kristen Hanning, Editor-in-chief Mind racing while breathing patterns become foreign. Heart pulsing into the throat as a signal of the parting curtain. Knees knock and buckle under pressure before that final reassurance that everything will fall into place.

“Before I perform there is usually so much going through my head such as will I blank out? But once I get on that stage I know that I can do it,” said senior Rory Okes. Okes has performed in seven GFH productions and staged managed one. He also acted in the Pretty One Productions Play “The Wiz.” At a young age Okes recognized his call for performing. “Ever since I was little I remember I wanted to be in the spotlight so for me acting is a passion,” said Okes.

In order to become a successful actor, Okes recommends prevailing in five areas essential to the career. These qualities included having a strong voice, embracing emotion, remaining creative, dedicated and passionate to all performances.

“Theater is a great place to expose yourself to things outside of your comfort zone and it is a place to be yourself where no one will judge you.” Okes encourages upcoming students to audition in the school plays. “Push yourself and try new things.

Try to push yourself out of your comfort zone,” said Okes.

Okes believes acting is synonymous with creativity and recommends young actors stay keen with their creative minds. “Theater is a place to express your creative thoughts and let that creativity come out of you.” To remain inspired by his creative mind, Okes watches TV shows and participates in art classes. “I love the insight different people have and it really does inspire my creative views.

I’ve also taken art in the past and I feel like that can really help your creativity, just in a different way,” said Okes.

As one would with any sport or musical instrument, Okes emphasizes that actors also need to practice. “The more you try something the better you get at it. The more shows, scenes and performances you do, the more you will be able to take something you learned from that and apply it to your next performance,” said Okes.

Along with his plays, Okes has also participated in dance and choir. “Triple threats can act, sing and dance. I would recommend dance classes. When it is time for the musical to roll around you will be ready and will not have to worry about your singing and dancing abilities, at least you will have some experience in it,” said Okes.

Choir also provides an opportunity to hone acting skills providing more performance opportunities.

“In choir you also have to express your emotions in your face and with your body language. You can take what you learned performing in choir and you can apply whatever you learned into your acting. It helps your stage performance. Choir and singing also helps bring out your vocal abilities which basically leads into the trait of having a strong voice in acting,” said Okes.

Although many characteristics make for a successful actor, the skills are not necessary to begin performing. “Anyone can act. If it is something you want to pursue go for it. Just don’t expect it to be an automatic thing. It takes time to evolve into the actor you want to be. Just be prepared to be turned down,” said Okes.

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The Great Falls High Drama Department will be performing “Raggedy Ann and Andy” in the auditorium at 7 p.m. on Fri. and 1 p.m and 4 p.m. on Sat. Tickets are $4 for students and $6 for adults.

Children’s play invigorates actors’ youthful imagination

May 2 The monthly art walk will begin at 5 p.m. at Amazing Gallery and will continue until around 9 p.m.

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May 3 The 15th annual car show, Cruisin’ the drag, will take place downtown with registration at 8 a.m. and awards at 10 p.m. Free Admission For more infor mation v i s i t cruisingthedrag. com

Mar. 22 Miss Linda’s dance troupe follows young Addie through a day at school in the performance “Addie’s Exceptionally Average School Adventure” at the Mansfield Theater.

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REAL LIFE RED STRIPES Beginning the play, junior Bailey Brandvold and senior Rory Oakes welcome the audience on an adventure. The two dolls enjoy the company of the other toys in Marcella’s nursery. Photos Alysha Camacho

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Alison Lee, a really good show. I’m excitJournalist ed to be Raggedy Andy,” said senior Rory Okes. “Since I e c e n t l y , am a senior, this is the last the theater show that I will be able to d e p a r t m e n t participate in here at Great made an amazing accom- Falls High. The cast is really plishment by winning state great to work with.” at a theater festival. At the The play also provided beginning of the year, the Bi- a positive opportunity to be son won the State Thespian involved in the community.

Competition for their perfor- Freshman Maddy Darnell mance of “The Amish Proj- said, “A great part about beect” at “PlayFest.” ing a member of the theater To fund their trip to Na- department is being able to tional Thespian competi- get involved, and even havtion in Lincoln, Nebraska, ing the opportunity to letter. I the group will hold a benefit have been in every show this performance of “The Amish year and have been able to Project” on May 10 for all meet a lot of new friends due who wish to contribute. to plays and classes.”

But, that’s not all, utiliz“Raggedy Ann and Andy” ing the help of a camel with proves a cute story appropriwrinkled knees, a Looney- ate for all ages. “The story is Hearted prince, and a funny, based around Raggedy Ann outgoing cast of actors, the and Andy, who are trying to theater department will use rescue their owner’s birthfunds from “Raggedy Ann day doll that was taken. Their and Andy” to pay for the trip journey is to find Babette, “The Amish Project” will em- who is set to marry Prince bark on this summer.

Leonard the Looney-Heart“I think this is going to be ed,” said Darnell.

The Great Falls High School Theater department has had a series of recent productions that have captured their audiences with impressive turnouts. “We had a great turnout with Sleeping Beauty last year. I loved that, after the play, the kids would come up and ask for our autographs. I hope that this show will be the same exact way,” said junior Bailey Brandvold.

“Raggedy Ann and Andy” performs on April 25 and May 2 at 7 p.m., it will show again on April 26 and May 3 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m Whether it is for the costumes, the makeup, the friends, or just being on the stage and under the lights, the theater department has proven to be a great way for students to meet and have the opportunities to express themselves as different characters. “It’s been a great process, and I get to wear a crazy wig, which is fun,” said Branvold.

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Fireworks “Oh, Common Life” The Fray “Helios” Pleasant music lacks variety Shandra Jones, Journalist The crashing of drums, hard plucking of guitar strings and rhythmic plopping of piano keys should hint at two things—the genre is pop rock, and the band is The Fray.

The band formed by Isaac Slade and Joe King in 2002 topped the charts in 2005 with their debut album “How to Save a Life” and top singles “Over My Head” and “How to Save a Life.”

Now, under the producing of Stuart Price the band formed its fourth album “Helios” which includes the chart topper, “Love Don’t Die.” While the band excels at creating catchy and rhythmically nice songs, most of the album’s songs are structured similarly with little variation in style.

Every song on the track is quite pleasant to listen to and easy to hum along to, but it would be interesting

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to hear the band out of their comfort zones.

The new album did, however, display a change in that The Fray deviated from their usual reliance on the piano.

While the instrument is still very present, the songs have a bit of a different feel from older albums because of the focus on guitars.

Already, Helios has many inspirational songs about love, heartbreak and anger but with a few chord deviations and alternate progressions the tracks would be simply beautiful.

Helios contains many great songs that are relatable for all ages and genders. Many argue that The Fray is a boy band—like N’Sync. Yet, they have written many songs that have much deeper meanings.

Simply put, the album is well done and a great afternoon and study-session track.

Pop-punk revival success

Colby Vickers, Journalist Recently, there’s been a rise in the popularity of the pop-punk genre. Many bands like Neck Deep and Real Friends have helped push this “revival” into the spotlight. One of the bands that has been making waves is Detroit-based sextuplet Fireworks.

Fronted by vocalist David Mackinder, one of the most unique voices on the scene, Fireworks stands out from similar bands. Even though their 2011 album “Gospel” was great, their newest effort “Oh, Common Life” is the best release yet.

The album kicks off with “Glowing Crosses,” the first single released from the album. Guitarist and lyricist Chris Mojan’s parents were only teenagers during the Detroit riots of 1967, but clearly recall the effects of the riots. The only light came from the glowing red cross on the side of the hospital building.

The second song “Bed Sores” has a catchy almost poppy guitar riff, making it nearly impossible not to

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Luke Bryan “Spring Break” Once again, EP gains record sales Taylor Albrecht, Journalist For the sixth year in a row, Luke Bryan has crashed several beach parties with a brand new EP “Spring Break 6...Like We Ain’t Ever,” released on Mar. 11. The collection includes six songs co-written by Bryan: “She Gets Me High,” “Like We Ain’t Ever,” “Night One,” “Are You Leaving With Him,” “Good Lookin’ Girl” and “The Sand I Brought to the Beach.”

Bryan returned to Panama City, FL to play free concerts for 120,000 fans. “The songs for this project came together so fast,” said Bryan. “These special EP’s all began as a way to get new music out to Photo purchased from Newscom

the fans. I feel like year after year we get a little bit better at writing for this. I think with these new songs I would be proud to put them on any album we release.”

Bryan has reverted to his young adult self and released a Spring Break EP each March for the past six years. The mini-albums contain six or so tunes that can accompany anyone hitting the beach and enjoying the sun. The five previous Spring Break EPs have sold around 750,000 copies with last year’s EP debuting at No. 1 on the Billboard 200.

The EPs keep Bryan connected to a younger demographic. Almost every song in “Spring Break 6… Like We Ain’t Never,” is about being with friends, enjoying the beach and catching rays.

“Spring Break 6” illustrates easy going beach days as summer days approach.

love it. It depicts a time where Mojan was living by himself in his apartment and would see a lady with her light on late at night because she couldn’t sleep well after her husband’s death.

Track five “Woods” took Mojan fifteen years to write, and is about a girl he knew who passed away when he was younger.

Song number nine is called “The Sound of Young America.” It uses some advice that Mojan got from an old man a long time ago as an extended metaphor for how simplicity can be the best thing.

Overall, the album is a must listen for anyone who likes any kind of alternative rock or pop-punk (i.e.

Blink-182, Fall Out Boy, New Found Glory, etc.) Every single song is packed with incredible lyrics, amazing guitar parts, and some very unique song writing. The best part is that every song sounds different than the others and each song has meaning.

This is an album that everyone should give a try to find an album of good songs. 4.5/5

Johnny Cash “Out Among the Stars” Country music icon returns

Dustin Senger, Co-Executive Editor Most kids remember hearing on the news when they were young, that a legend had died. They probably only knew faintly who Johnny Cash was, but over the years, grew an appreciation for the man.

When an unreleased album of his arrived on the scene, many fans were ecstatic. Now, the king of country music is back for one more showdown.

The album was put together mostly in Cash’s decline of popularity in the ‘80s. He had resorted back to his destructive habits of drug use by then. As

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a result, almost all the songs are filled with dark humor and lie on the heavier side of things.

One of the songs, entitled “Call Your Mother,” may put a knot in one’s heart. The song is Cash addressing his ex-wife, her family and the kids he had with her, telling them to get along and love each other even when they get on each other’s nerves.

A similar feeling is given by the title song “Out Among the Stars,” which is about a man committing suicide by purposefully botching a robbery. To which the robber’s parents only response is “We’ll never live this down.”

The album won’t be a giant in the music industry. It falls short of the legend’s previous work. Even so, if fans appreciate good ‘ole Cash, they’ll really enjoy the album.

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Alternative music enthusiasts gather at festival to celebrate Sasquatch Taylor Albrecht, Journalist The critically acclaimed Sasquatch! Music Festival is returning to the Columbia River Gorge in Quincy, WA. on May 23 through May 25. Founded in 2002, Sasquatch! has quickly become a modern-day Woodstock festival for Indie rock bands, alternative rock, hip-hop and various singer-songwriters who are beginning to

launch their careers.

Sasquatch! has been placed in the top 10 Festivals in the United States and sold out in a record 90 minutes in 2013. The three day tour includes music, food, camping, merchandise all in the internationally lauded and Billboard “Top Amphitheater” award-winning concert venue.

“It’s a bunch of underground, raw Indie bands that most people haven’t heard of. It’s more of a folk sound

with instruments rather than technology. It’s basically like becoming a hippie for a weekend,” said senior Liz Lauver.

Top acts of Sasquatch! 2014 include Outkast, M.I.A., Foster the People, Kid Cudi, Cage the Elephant, Tyler the Creator and hundreds more. A three day pass for the festival is $325. A basic pass includes access to all shows and camping in sites designated for Sasquatch!. Upgrades for camping and VIP passes are

available as well. Sasquatch is sold out, but vendors are selling tickets.

“It’ll be fun because a lot of my friends who graduated last year are going. And I will be able to meet new people too,” said senior Sam DeShaw.

GFH students anticipate Sasquatch! “I’ve been waiting to go since sophomore year. I’m excited to see these alternative bands and artists,” said senior Sydney Austin.

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Festivals Warped Tour traverses U.S.

Colby Vickers, Journalist Over the past two decades, Vans’ Warped Tour has been one of the biggest festivals for punk and metal artists. However, over the past few years, Warped Tour has added more artists outside of the punk and metal genres.

This year, Warped Tour’s 20th tour, the set list shows the dedication to a quality tour. Creator, Kevin Lyman has added dubstep artists (Crizzly, NiT GriT, Antiserum), rappers (Wax, Watsky, Mod Sun), and other unorthodox performers such as the violinist Emilie Autumn.

Warped is home to many wellknown artists over this summer

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including Of Mice & Men, 3OH!3, Issues, Parkway Drive, The Story So Far, All Time Low, The Devil Wears Prada, Neck Deep, Attila, Enter Shikari, the Protomen, Four Year Strong, and many more.

With 115 artists on the lineup and eight different stages, the choices seem endless. Not only is the music an incredible experience, but booths and tents provide extra entertainment.

Every artist has a table to sell merchandise, CDs, and other memorbilia. The companies that sponsor Warped also have tents set up in the same area.

The performance that is closest

to Great Falls is in Auburn, Wash. on June 28. Some bands don’t play the whole tour and instead only make couple performances.

Due to this style of scheduling, some bands like I the Mighty, Enter Shikari, Of Mice & Men, and Parkway Drive will not be playing at the Auburn venue.

Tickets are currently selling for $60 in order to attend the entire day of performances. The notoriety of the Warped Tour ensure that tickets won’t be available for an extended period of time.

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‘Frozen’cake May 1, 2014

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Time to‘ Let it go,‘ guys Commentary Brandon Taylor, Journalist Frozen. The newest Disney movie and the top-grossing animated film of all time. Is it good? Yes. Is it that good? No. It does do some things differently than other films, but it is not the epitome of movies that people are making it out to be.

One of the things people are saying made Frozen good is how it pokes fun at love at first sight. One of the main princesses, Anna, meets a prince, Hans, then they sing a song about falling in love. Many of the other characters tell them that it’s unrealistic to fall in love in that short of time.

However, who is the person that she actually meets next? Kristoff. Who also does she fall in love with in the next day? Kristoff. So because Disney faked the viewer out with a wrong lover this is suddenly ground breaking?

The main problem with Frozen is the hype.

So many people have seen it and decided that it is the best possible movie ever, and hyped it up to unattainable levels. It has reached the level that any sort of movie should reach with evolving technology.

Also compared to Disney’s last sister story,

Lilo and Stitch, It didn’t have the same reach.

Lilo and Stitch showed a much more positive familial connection.

Another thing Frozen failed to do is show us who our protagonist is. The muddled mess of a screenplay shows us two girls, one of which can manipulate ice and snow.

After she blasts her sister, it kind of looks like she’s the protagonist. Then we spend some time with the younger sister, and no one is sure who it is.

Now Frozen isn’t a bad movie. It’s a good movie.

It’s just not the movie that people have made it out to be. Many good things about the movie happened too. But now there is a question we must ask ourselves.

If Frozen wasn’t this good would we care about it?

If Disney hadn’t just used the talent and training they’ve received through past movies when they made Frozen, if it was just a little bit worst, would we care? Frozen was exactly as good as it should have been.

Frozen is an‘Open door!‘ Commentary Levi Mael, Webmaster As Walt Disney Animation Studios released its fifty-third feature film, viewers came in droves. It quickly became a box office hit, and eventually earned the prestigious title of highest-grossing animated film ever. With such an enormous pool of viewers, however, comes a crowd of naysayers.

Regardless of what the critics believe, “Frozen” may be the greatest Disney film yet.

A common criticism for Disney films is the archetypical “boy meets girl, love at first sight” cliche. In this aspect, Frozen almost purposefully mocks itself, playing off of Disney’s banality. Without delving too deeply into spoiler territory, Anna immediately finds the supposed love of her life, and the other characters of the movie doubt the relationship.

The movie itself even points out the spontaneity of the relationship, addressing the idea of love at first sight. It actively poked fun at its forefathers, yet learned from their mistakes.

The animation is also the top of its class.

An icy movie such as “Frozen” gave the animators a perfect time to develop a new system

“

I love Ana’s individuality and I love that she’s unafraid to be an atypical princess. The songs and music make the movie and the plot has so many turns my head exploded... twice.”

–junior Bailey Branvold

for snow in its animation engine, even going so far as to develop a way to create over 2,000 unique snowflakes. The work the team put into the film shows, as the movie blows Brave out of the water. The snow is easily the best shown in any animated movie, and the snowman Olaf details the attention the animators put into the snow, ice, and water during the film’s production.

Above all else, the music takes highest priority in a musical, and the loving attention to the sound-track is delightfully obvious in the case of “Frozen”. Idina Menzel’s “Let It Go” has become a well-deserving smash hit, with the song triumphantly showcasing the Elsa’s freedom from the world’s ostracizing eyes.

The sound-track also highlights songs such as Kristen Bell’s charming“Do You Want to Build a Snowman?”, exhibiting Christophe Beck’s phenomenal lyrical prowess. The music takes a humorous turn as well, such as during Josh Gad’s “Summer”, which describes Olaf’s ironic dreams. Coupled with the film’s amazing animation and unique plot, “Frozen” could become the newest Disney classic.

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GETSET GET SET May 1, 2014

Athletes battle weather Zoie Koostra, Jounalist

C GAME FACE Senior Cooper Johnson responds to an opponent during a match.

“These days sports can be taken so seriously, but I try to just relax and have fun when I play,” said Johnson.

Photo Dustin Senger Illustration Kristen Hanning

TENNIS ACES Teams move towards state Jay Albert, Journalist Sport clubs in schools are a chance for students to try new things and make friends. Tennis is no different.

The Great Falls High Tennis season is halfway through and only a few days away from the divisionals that will decide who will go to state out of the group of schools within the area.

Tennis coach Jan Dodds has high hopes for all of her players.

“I would like to see all the girls singles and at least one of the girls doubles teams go to state.

I would like to see three boys doubles teams and one or two boys singles teams as well,” said Dodds.

They haven’t won as many games as the team would have liked, but with the amount of split sets that there have been, Great Falls High tennis players certainly give the other teams a run for

their money.

“I think we are getting there.

Everyone seems to improve with every tournament we partake in,” said senior singles player Bailey Thomas.

One of the recent games was the Billings Invite that was on April 17 and 18. Overall the boys went 0-5 with their best game being 3-5 against Skyview. The girls went 2-3 with their best being 7-1 against Glendive.

“The Billings Invite went really well for the girls team. Although the boys didn’t do too well, this was an improving tournament for them,” said Thomas.

Dodds is impressed with the hard work displayed by this year’s team.

“The kids are progressing nicely and should peak about the time for divisionals,” said Dodds.

“I am very pleased with the team.

They are playing well.”

onstantly battling with the weather, track and field athletes train and compete as they keep in mind the work it will take to meet the requirements to qualify for state.

Freshman Morgan Evans, a top sprinter, has spent the whole season alongside other Bison track athletes, making the effort despite the conditions. “We work really hard. We practice hard and we compete hard.

Our team really just never gives up,” Evans said.

By building strength and lung capacity, the runners have improved in several key areas, including times.

This training regimen has contributed to Evans’ personal success thus far, as she took fifth place in the 200 meter dash on Sat., April 26.

Evans identified Billings Senior and Helena High as the Bison’s biggest rivals in upcoming meets. “Senior’s team is three times the size of ours,” she said.

“One of our biggest disadvantages is our size. We just do not have enough people to get the points we need to

place well in the meets.”

Freshman Kody Torgerson agreed with Evans that the biggest disadvantage the Bison must overcome is the lack of participation.

“We just don’t

petition and practice difficult. Because of the cold temperatures, the performance of the athletes has been affected.

“The weather for our last meet was terrible,” Evans said. “It is nearly impossible for someone to perform their best when the weather gets down to those temperatures.”

have as many athletes as other teams,” he said.

As the athletes are well aware, track demands hard work, which many believe could be a source of the team’s small numbers.

“People get frustrated with themselves when they are not doing well and give up, or they do not want to work hard in the first place.”

Despite the lack of participation from others, Togerson, who has placed well in every race since the season’s start, still gives his all. “I do not get a break just because I am a freshman. I am held to the same high standard as everyone else,” he said.

The weather, another rival of the Bison track teams this year has made com-

“ Tr y i n g to shave off milliseconds while fighting 40 mile per hour winds is so discouraging. It’s difficult to make yourself keep going in that,” Evans said.

Torgerson spends time looking forward to meets, only for them to be cancelled. “During class, it’s all I think about. It can be discouraging when meets are cancelled, but it’s also nice because I have more time for preparation.”

The Freshman invite will be at Memorial stadium on May 8 beginning 3:45 p.m.

The crosstown meet will be held at Memorial Stadium on May 15 at 4 p.m.

The “AA” state competition will begin on May 30.

SO FLY Junior John Sanford participates in the long jump at the first home track meet. “Although this is my third year in track, this is my first year doing the long jump. I pole vault, sprint the 100 and run the 400, but pole vault is probably the event I focus on the most,” said Sanford. Photos Dustin Senger

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Run together, sweat together, bleed together–Gain trust and respect by focusing more on unity than individual glory runs. The name on the front of the jersey has to matter more than the name on the back.

Learn from failures and cheer for successes– Notice unsuccessful efforts as well as triumph.

Every team starts from the bottom at some point, acknowledge the things done right but prioritize the aspects done wrong.

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Know teammates’ strengths–The success of a team not only relies on the naturally speedy and sturdy, but also the slow and calculating. Relay more on small strengths in each player rather than a mega athlete.

Receive praise humbly but give recognition proudly–The driving force of the team does not ride on one person’s abilities, each member has his or her place and brings something valuable to the team, recognize each other with integrity.

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Work hard, play hard–If every contestant puts forth 100 percent all the time, it doesn’t matter how many points are scored at the end of the game, each person can go home without regrets.

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GAME OF THRONES Senior Justice Beckner resides over the school swimming pool as lifeguard. Beckner said, “I really enjoy learning important stuff about CPR and first aid so that you could help someone if the situation arises.” Photo Dustin Senger

Dusitn Senger, Co-Executive Editor Sunglasses on, rubbing on sun screen, life guards watch over countless families as they play in the pool under the sun. This mental picture synonymous with summertime is almost as iconic as summer itself.

Lifeguards hold one of the most important jobs for the safety of casual and athletic swimmers not only in the summer, but year round. “I really wanted to have a summer job,” said junior Will Hoard. “I thought that being a lifeguard would be the most fun though because I get to spend my summers at the pool, seeing friends and having fun.”

In order to become a lifeguard, students must complete a training program and become certified. Their certification lasts two years and allows them to be hired at any pool.

There are currently 25 kids enrolled in the class.

Cross country coach and teacher Bob Stingley teaches the course. “I wouldn’t want a kid to go to a pool

without there being a lifeguard,” said Stingley. “Kids think they can swim and often times can’t.”

The class teaches its students the basics of first aid, CPR, and of course, how to recover people, who may be either unconscious or conscious and failing.

Most people who die in pools are lap swimmers. When an athletic swimmer wears themselves down, they may not be able to get out of the pool when there isn’t a lifeguard there to help them out. “The classes are long, and also kind of hard,” said Hoard. “Though, they are also rewarding, because after them I feel like I have accomplished something.”

Lifeguarding can be a thankless job. Even so, they take delight in the occasional gratitude for watching over the pool, and ensuring that everyone in it has an enjoyable yet safe time. “I really enjoy everything about being a lifeguard,” said senior Hunter Hansen.

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STRIKING OUT Senior Mikaela Kynett swings her bat and misses the ball during their Jamboree at the Great Falls Multi-Sports Center. That weekend the womens’ softball team tied in two games. Photo Jarom VaughAn

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GIRL’S BEST FRIEND Polishing mistakes, team improves flaws

Cilly Geranios, Associate Editor The smack of a ball hitting a bat echoed in the crowd. The batter exhaled as the bat flew back. First base was calling, the season has started.

Starting the season off in a slump, the softball team worked to polish skills and remove physical errors from the game.

Senior Hayley Houck said, “This past week our coaches have really been pushing us since we were in a slump and we have been working really hard in practice.” The hard work and extra dedication paid off in the recent triple header in Billings. The GFH softball team won two of the three, one of which was a conference game, for a current conference record of 3-5.

Coming off of the unfortunate triple loss in Butte, the team focused on building upon their skills. Head Coach Mike Coleman said, “They’re all physical mistakes and we’ve slowly eliminated a lot of them.” The preparation allowed them to enter the triple header in Billings last Saturday.

“I think a part of [the mistakes] are caused because we get kind of nervous when game time comes around,” said senior Brooklyn Wilson.

Cleaning up the nerves and building confidence have become a major goal for the team.

Coleman said, “Once their confidence gets up the season will get easier. They’re doubting skills because they’ve been struggling.”

Junior Marina LaRocque said, “In the off season, we go to a lot of softball camps and play summer ball.” LaRocque, as well as the other pitchers, work on their pitches yearround which has resulted in consistent pitching abilities in the games.

However, hitting has been a weakness refined throughout the season. Houck said, “We went up to the bat with the mind set that we were going to hit the ball and it worked.”

The team has begun the climb from the slump of the first games of the season, caused partly by the influx of seniors and the loss of much of the infield players. Senior Mercedes Bourgeau said, “Not everyone is going to play the position they want or have as much playing time as they

want. ” Adapting to new positions, the team has progressed relatively well with the upheaval of the infield positions. Senior Annie Douglas said, “Us infielders may be new to the positions on the team but we aren’t new to each other. We all played summer ball with each other so we know how to work well with one another even if we have switched positions this season.”

Hoping to pick up experience, maintain momentum and gain confidence from the upcoming games, the team heads into crosstown Thurs. at 5 p.m.. Houck said, “Confidence comes with experience and we’re getting there because it’s not how you do in the beginning of the season, it’s how you finish the season.”

“You know how fun it is to be the State Champion team and to win but you can’t bring that over to the next season because just because you were a champion last year doesn’t mean you’ll be a champion this year.

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TEACH IT Ballew was chosen as an Academic Excellence Teacher by Sara Moltzan.

Photo Brynn Egan

HONOR Cilly Geranios and Kristen Hanning stand with Ballew and their JEA best of show awards.

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year of service leaves an

mpact

Connor Dennis, Journalist Linda Ballew has spent 32 years at Great Falls High School. When she started, she was excited to work in journalism. Ballew said, “When I moved to Great Falls High, I was excited because I had always enjoyed doing publications clubs at the junior high schools. I was surprised at the number of students involved in the stories we told.” Her objective is simple—to preserve the stories of the students and faculty who have passed through this building. She said, “The best part of being in publications is being able to preserve the history and stories of students and staff who have gone through GFHS. My students tell these stories, and I have preserved and treasured them.”

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EVERYBODY DANCE NOW Adviser Linda Ballew dances with the staff of the yearbook to her favorite song “Happy.” Dancing acted as a stress reliever and helped focus students.

Photo Jarom VaughAn

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Ballew always made me feel good about myself. She calms me down, lifts me up, everything. She is one of the best people to have a conversation with and one of the best people in the world,” said senior Brandon Taylor.

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When I don’t believe in Ballew never made me fear like a “Ballew is one of my favorite myself she does. She child. She made writing for the school teachers. She always provided always looked out for newspaper feel like a respected job us with the freedom and tools me and is more caring and not a school assignment,” said necessary to do what we than any other teacher junior Shandra Jones. needed to do, and she made it I know,” said senior fun,” said senior Levi Mael.

Breanna Sanderson.

In my first week at Great Falls High, Ballew put a camera Ballew is a woman I aspire to be like. Her confidence, intelligence and in my hands and for once beauty show every day. She reminds me of a fairy godmother, always I felt like I really belonged looking out for me, extremely caring, but knows one’s potential and somewhere and could express expects the best,” said senior Taylor Albrecht. myself through some form of art. I owe her a lot,” said senior Ballew always put The journalism room is my family.

Dustin Senger. her conifidence Ballew is a second mother to me. I’m in me, even when not sure how I would have managed She’s the bees knees,” said I didn’t put it in without Ballew. The end of every senior Justus Bushong. myself, and it year is bittersweet in the journalism helped me feel department, and I’m dreading the day respected and when the department will have to say She makes me try my best. I appreciated,” said our final goodbyes to Ballew. It will have much respect for her,” senior Levi Olson. truly mark the end of an era,” said said senior Kristina Knudson. senior Kristen Hanning.

She played a huge role in my life today. Ballew inspired me to get the She’s always there to lend a story and find the picture and just be a journalist. I don’t know where hand and give out information I’d be if I hadn’t met her,” said junior Cilly Geranios. so everything is accurate,” In my ever changing said senior Jay Albert. life it’s nice to know the one consistency in She has always been there my high school career for me as an adviser, and as was someone as a friend when I needed one,” great as Ballew,” said said senior Alison Lee. senior Sara Moltzan.

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Impact

SAY CHEESE While taking the colophon staff photo, adviser Linda Ballew shares a laugh with students. “Throughout my entire high school career, she has taught me one thing: everyone has that someone who will love them no matter what,” said senior Alysha Camacho. Photo Justus Bushong

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