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The Carthaginian Presents...

4 Student Life 8 Health & Society 12 Sports 14Opinion 16Photo Essay

2013-14 Carthaginian Staff

Superintendent:

Dr. Glenn Hambrick

Principal:

Otis Amy

The Carthaginian is produced by members of the journalism department of Carthage High School and published by Greater Dallas Press in Dallas, Texas. This publication is the original work of the students. No part of the newspaper may be reproduced without written permission from the publication office. It is the policy of the newspaper to encourage readers to submit story ideas, items of interest, illustrations and letters to the editor for publication. The staff reserves the right to edit libelous or inappropriate material. Comments and views expressed in The Carthaginian are those of the staff and individual writers, and do not necessarily coincide with the beliefs or opinions of other students, faculty members or the administration of CISD. If you have any questions or concerns, or if you are interested in submitting information or a letter to the editor, please contact the journalism department at (903)693-2552, ext.

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Adviser:

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Staff Writer: Editor: Jennifer Aguirre Carlie Smith

Staff Writer: Caitlin Wills

Staff Writer: Blanca Sigala

Staff Writer: Kaitlyn Sapalaran

Staff Writer: Shay Joines

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May 2014

Top 10 percent Honor Graduates

Back Row Kelsey Sharpe (12), Mackenzie Tate (6), Marissa Snow (10), Morgan Wedgeworth (8), Amber Chaffin (3), Taylor Price (1), Baylee Griffith (4) Front Row Cierria Graves (14), Marlei English (5), Amber Weatherford (13), Blake Bogenschutz (2), Daniela Escobedo (15), Cheryl Cheshire (11), Lauren Thompson (7), Kelsey Digilormo (9)

Reminiscing over favorite high school memories

By Carlie Smith

Jordan Bridges

“By far my favorite high school memory was my Junior prom because I loved my dress, and getting to hang out with all my friends. ”

Kelsey David

“My senior prom was a lot of fun I made a lot of great memories that night like eating at Ralph & Roccos, our party bus, and the after party it was just a great night.”

Jorge Rodriguez

“When they use to sell Milano’s pizza and snacks at the bulldog store.”

Becca Page

“Going to Medieval Times with my English four Mrs. Kelly’s class, and my Senior prom, because they were two events that I got to experience with my classmates.”

Chase Lee

“When Cody Roberson ran across the football field during a game with just his boxers and boots on after his father dared him to. ”

Shelby Langford

Kelsey Digilormo

“Making new friends and making lots of memories that I will treasure forever was one of my favorite memory about high school.”

Juan Alcala

“When I won a lot at the livestock shows my senior year with my heifer Big Booty Judy.”

“My favorite memory, although I don’t remember it, is when I passed out on a school bus. The memory of it that I get to hear from my friends is something I’ll always remember.”

“When I scored goals to Pine tree and Marshalls soccer teams.”

Blayke Powell

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Senior Wills: What will you leave behind after graduating?

By Jennifer Aguirre and Carlie Smith

“I, Tyler Killen will l a lot of memories and friends, I will also leave behind my number 11 baseball jersey.”

“I, Kristen Liedtke will leave behind my unique but yet so beautiful fingernails. I always have my nails done and that’s what people know me by is my fake nails. So I’ll leave some all over the school and when someone finds one they will think of me. Have fun looking.”

“I, Seth Ward will give them advice to pay action to everything you learn because one day they will actually need it in life. You need to put your big boy pants on and do your school work, but enjoy yourself because you can’t redo High School.”

“I, Carlie Smith will give Logan Malone, and Morgan Davis the mascot costume, ‘Butch,’ for the school year 2014-2015. I also will give them this prayer, ‘Don’t worry about what will happen in the future, know that today will take care of you tomorrow.

If there will be hardships to bear, trust that He will give you the strength to carry it if ever you won’t be totally spared. Put aside fearful thoughts and imaginings. Rather, continually pray.

The Lord is your strength and your shield. Let your heart trust in Him.’ So go out on those football fields this season and be a star under those Friday night lights. Love y’all girls, call me if you ever need.”

“I, Trevor Cooper will leave behind a bunch of friends and more importantly the teachers who got me to were I am today and I am greatful for that.”

“I, Morgan Wedgeworth will leave behind a lot of underclassman frienships... and all the memories we created during softball season. I’m leaving behind my catching mit and also my softball number (11) to an awesome freshmas and I hope she enjoys them as much as I did. Find most importantly I’m leaving behind my volleyball jersey. There was a lot of hard work, sweat and tears put forth while wearing that jersey and I hope the next person weaing it appreciates it and the sport as much as I did because before you know it, it’s all gone and over with.”

“I, Keldren(Poodie) Strong will be leaving alot of memories that I have encountered throughout my four years. My family and friends is what I will miss the most friends is what I will miss the most, but most importantly Ashlynd Berns.”

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Flashback Freshman year

What all would you have done differnetly if you could go back and repeat your high school years?

By Carlie Smith

“I would probably get in football and more sports and wo rry more about my grades.”

- Marco Osorio “I would probably care mo re about my grades and be involved with more things like spo rts,” - Becca Page. to my “I really want to go back some freshman year and make e more friends and join som key activities such as tennis, Lin yu Jia ” , club, etc “I’d spend more time foc using on my work, then friend s.

Becase friends don’t give you your diploma,” -Cynthia Puente rder on “I would’ve tried a lot ha getting in the top 10%,” - Blayke Powell

“I would’ve paid more attention in all of my past math classes and stopped cheating so much,” - Jill Mclemore e “l would do better in som ial soc re mo to go d an classes ” r, gatherings my senior yea d. sai nn Du - Taylar “I would try and do better in classes, and go to more cel ebrations and care less abo ut somethings.”

-Nick Buell

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June 2014

What advice would you as a senior give a freshman?

By: Blanca Sigala

“Try to do your best throughout your four years of high school and value your education because it should be a top priority.”

-Brett May

“Don’t be afraid to come to a new school and try to do your best throughout the years. Also don’t be afraid to try new things.”

-Kia Allison

“Don’t mess around in class.”

-Austin Cargil

“Be yourself. The friends that you will benefit from will stay.”

-Jonah Stewart

Panola National Bank

Bailey Peace

“Don’t give up. Things get stressful with homework and other school activities, but it won’t be the end of you if you can’t do everything you want. Stay strong, these years pass by fast.”

-Cheryl Cheshire

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2014!

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Senior Wills: What will you leave behind after graduating?

By Jennifer Aguirre and Carlie Smith

“I, Tyler Killen will l a lot of memories and friends, I will also leave behind my number 11 baseball jersey.”

“I, Kristen Liedtke will leave behind my unique but yet so beautiful fingernails. I always have my nails done and that’s what people know me by is my fake nails. So I’ll leave some all over the school and when someone finds one they will think of me. Have fun looking.”

“I, Seth Ward will give them advice to pay action to everything you learn because one day they will actually need it in life. You need to put your big boy pants on and do your school work, but enjoy yourself because you can’t redo High School.”

“I, Carlie Smith will give Logan Malone, and Morgan Davis the mascot costume, ‘Butch,’ for the school year 2014-2015. I also will give them this prayer, ‘Don’t worry about what will happen in the future, know that today will take care of you tomorrow.

If there will be hardships to bear, trust that He will give you the strength to carry it if ever you won’t be totally spared. Put aside fearful thoughts and imaginings. Rather, continually pray.

The Lord is your strength and your shield. Let your heart trust in Him.’ So go out on those football fields this season and be a star under those Friday night lights. Love y’all girls, call me if you ever need.”

“I, Trevor Cooper will leave behind a bunch of friends and more importantly the teachers who got me to were I am today and I am greatful for that.”

“I, Morgan Wedgeworth will leave behind a lot of underclassman frienships... and all the memories we created during softball season. I’m leaving behind my catching mit and also my softball number (11) to an awesome freshmas and I hope she enjoys them as much as I did. Find most importantly I’m leaving behind my volleyball jersey. There was a lot of hard work, sweat and tears put forth while wearing that jersey and I hope the next person weaing it appreciates it and the sport as much as I did because before you know it, it’s all gone and over with.”

“I, Keldren(Poodie) Strong will be leaving alot of memories that I have encountered throughout my four years. My family and friends is what I will miss the most friends is what I will miss the most, but most importantly Ashlynd Berns.”

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Flashback Freshman year

What all would you have done differnetly if you could go back and repeat your high school years?

By Carlie Smith

“I would probably get in football and more sports and wo rry more about my grades.”

- Marco Osorio “I would probably care mo re about my grades and be involved with more things like spo rts,” - Becca Page. to my “I really want to go back some freshman year and make e more friends and join som key activities such as tennis, Lin yu Jia ” , club, etc “I’d spend more time foc using on my work, then friend s.

Becase friends don’t give you your diploma,” -Cynthia Puente rder on “I would’ve tried a lot ha getting in the top 10%,” - Blayke Powell

“I would’ve paid more attention in all of my past math classes and stopped cheating so much,” - Jill Mclemore e “l would do better in som ial soc re mo to go d an classes ” r, gatherings my senior yea d. sai nn Du - Taylar “I would try and do better in classes, and go to more cel ebrations and care less abo ut somethings.”

-Nick Buell

“Karen McAlister, she has taught me how to learn from a book, before her class I struggled.”

“Colette DePriest, she has helped us with finances and the outside world.”

“Jolene Davis, she taught me to work hard and get the job done.”

Alex Braun

Becca Page

By Carlie Smith

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“Laura Hall, she is one teacher that has impacted my life the most. She has encouraged me to pursue a career in culinary arts and follow my dream.”

Jack Morris

Jorge Rodriquez

“Illene Richter, she’s one of the few teachers left who actually cares about the students, she has prepared the seniors for the outside world and life, and for that I am greatful.”

Teachers’ impact on students

Marinna Collins

Cassandra Aguirre

June 2014

“Charles Tucker, he taught me so many things about earth and even more about space. I can’t believe my brain could contain that much knowledge. Thanks Coach Tucker.”

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June 2014

In the year 2021

By Jennifer Aguirre

“I see myself on stage performing for a crowd, inspiring everyone.”

Senior Rachael Wood said.

“In the year 2021 I hope to be something big, bold, and successful in the art world, living in New York,” Senior Trevin Davis said.

“In the year 2021 I picture myself successful, accomplished and destined for great things.

In my future I see nothing but the best,” Senior Lauren Thompson said.

“I picture myself living on my own, done with college and hopefully having a job related to my major,” Senior Daniela Escobedo said.

“I have accomplished many things like honor cord, academic award, and much more.”

“I have always done my best to accomplish everything possible so I wouldn’t leave any regrets.

I made varsity my freshman year of softball and earned second team honors that year. I maintained on varsity the rest of my softball career gaining another two team all-district honor and academic all-district all my years of playing. My freshman year of volleyball I made JV and was choosen as MVP, my sophomore year I made varsity, Junior year I gain first Team All-District honors and senior year defensive MVP, anong with academic exellence all three years. I was chosen to be a part of NHS and I also was a part of TSA, FFA, 4-h, I am number 8 in my class and graduated with a 4.0.

“I have acomplished alot in my four years of high school like being a part of the state winning team twice, and learning alot of life skills that will help me after high school. “

Jimmy Gonzalez

“I have accomplished maken it even though it seem slike all ends were against me.”

By Carlie Smith

Ny’Kedra Williams

“During high school, I have accomplished my misson to discover who I was, who I am, and who I want to be.”

Morgan Wedgeworth

Becca Page Kaleb Jones Brianna Fuller

Accomplishments throughout high school

I accomplished not hurting anybody in my four years of highschool, even though I though about it plenty of times .”

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June 2014

The Colleges Students Plan to Attend after Graduation Virginia College

Weatherford College

Texas A&M University

Texas Army National Guard

Sonya Sells

Amber Chaffin Marissa Snow

Stephen F. Austin University Christian Allison Jonah Stewart

Baylor University Marlei English Cierra Graves

Blinn Junior College Kolby Blissett

Kilgore Junior College Tra’Kareon Leary Mario McCain

Louisiana College D’vodney Brooks

Ja’Marcus Roberson

Crescencio Benitez

Texas State Technical College Jose Iruegus Deshun Brown William Ward

Tyler Junior College William Royers Nitesha Gray Quintavian Salone Daniela Escobeolo La Asia Ewins Austin Cargil Tevin Pipkin La’Rose Bullard Jesse Rodriguez-Escobedo

Louisiana State University

U.S. Marines

Louisiana Tech

U.S. Navy

Sarah Little

Tyler Musgrove

Paris Junior College Keyaria Lewis

Sam Houston University Tiara Perkins Alexus Rollins Ladaryian Maiden

Texas Women’s University Rebecca Campbell

Texas Lutheran University Keldrean Strong

Cassandra Aguirre Nick Buell Glendell Ingram

University of Arkansas Taylor Price

University of Louisiana at Lafayette Adrian Goodacre

University of North Texas O’Keeron Rutherford Terian Goree

University of Tennessee Iesha Bryant

University of Texas at Austin Brittany Villanuera

Panola College

Gloria Arellano Juan Alcala Jordan Blake Alexis Butler Timothy Brown Kaylee Bullock Primo Del Castillo Phat Chung Robby Cox Kelsey Digilormo Zachary Galloway Ana Guerrero Rodriguez Kassitie Gray Guillermo Gomez Jordan Hanna Matthew Hendricks Devin Hurst Dillon Husar Shay Joines William Jacks Cadie Lawrence Trenton Lee Kristen Liedtke Samantha Martin Jill Mclemore Ariana Montagne Sonia Morales Dakota Pride Brooklyn Peace Rileigh Parker Blayke Powell Jorge Rodriguez-Huizar Jonathon Rayon Tyler Ryan Krishlyn Rocquemore Will Spanial Ismael Saucedo Blanca Sigala Callie Smith Hannah Taylor Ethan Vonzynda Emily Ward Amber Wetherford Tweetie Williams Rachael Wood

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June 2014

How teachers feel about the class of 2014 leaving

By Jennifer Aguirre

“This will be a hard class to “This year has been an “Sad, so sad. I think they are “let go.” I had an unusually excellent school year for me. my favorite class in my 20 large group of them as During the last year I have years of teaching. The kids freshmen, and I have loved had some of the very best are very responsible and watching them mature. students I have ever had. respectful. Hate to see them There will be some tears @ There is true potential in these go.” graduation. I love them! young people. Having them Angela Hardy, Math God bless each one!” all in Physics had been both Angela Webster, Spanish a pleasure and a blessing.

Although I am eager to see the students in the class of 2014 go on to have challenges and success, I am sad that I will not see them in the future. I hold them all in my heart and wish them Godspeed.”

Michael Cason, Physics “These Beautiful People will forever have my heart!

“This was a really fun group So many bittersweet of students to teach. memories of the class of They tried hard and really 2014. I want to thank each learned a lot. If every group of them for allowing me to of students was like theirs, be a part of their lives. Best teachers would always say wishes to each one and they had the best job in the as Always, help God first! world. May you all do great Isaiah 41:10” in life.”

“Bye + Good luck!”

Schelice Reyes, Biology Russell Rowe, Social Studies Teresa Edwards, Spanish

June 2014

Senior farewell letters

Dear Carthaginian Staff I never thought it would be time to sit down and write my senior farewell letter, let alone leave CarDear CHS thage High School and start the These four years have been next chapter of my life. It’s extremefilled up with memories and ly hard to write this letter because I more memories. My favorite am not ready to leave the staff that classroom would have to be A-6. I have been a part of. So before I Mrs. Quick has been an absoleave I would like to take some time lutely amazing teacher through- to reflect on my time at this wonout these four years. I’m sure derful high school and the impact going to miss her classroom. it has had on my life and the indiThe one thing I’m going to miss vidual that I am today. Four years ago when I stepped into the doors of in particular about going to Mrs. Quick’s Journalism 1 class for her class will be the newspaper the first time, I was a loud obnoxstaff which I have been part of ious, immature, and talkative fifteen for three years. I’m especially year old who had a lot of maturing going to miss my favorite staff left to do. Throughout the years my member, Carlie Smith. Thank character began to develop, and you so much for all of your time, I have learned the importance of patience, help and advice. Thank leadership and teamwork, and how you as well to all of the friends to write editorial, feature, and news that actually stayed my friends stories, along with learning how to throughout the years. I love you write headlines, and captions, and all and will miss each and every working with adobe Photoshop, and InDesign. The stressful deadlines, one. and the end of the six weeks press day has taught me how to work under pressure, and manage my time Sincerely, better. While it may have seemed Blanca Sigala frustrating at times my school year career has been amazing being a part of the Carthaginian.

Through all the time I have spent with the staff including Rebecca Page, Shay Joins, Blanca Sigala, Jennifer Aguirre, Kristen Liedtke, and many more we have formed some tight bonds that cannot be broken.

We all have shared so many found memories like ad sells, trying to sneak of campus with Kristen to go “take pictures” and getting caught by the guards, all the sports events I went to take pictures at, and when

page 13 Jenni lost her phone and we fell into the ice cold water under the bridge.

This staff has taught me so much more than I have ever imagined, and I have matured so much in my three years of being a part of it. My skills of writing and taking photography have also changed tremendously. I would have never imagined becoming the editor of the newspaper or publishing 18 different newspapers with my name being under every project I have done. I can go on confidently into my future with the knowledge that I gained in this A-6 classroom.

For that I am grateful, and very thankful. I will always cherish the lifelong relationships that I built over the years with Mrs. Quick, and the Staff members. They were the people who pursued me to follow my dreams in life, and I hope that I pursued someone through my actions.

To the past, present, and future Carthaginian Staff members y’all were amazing people to work with and I want to end this farewell letter with a bible verse. Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future.” With that say class of 2014 let’;s go out into this new world placing our life in God’s hands. Love all of y’all.

Love, Carlie

June 2014

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The Colleges Students Plan to Attend after Graduation Baylor University Marlei English Cierra Graves

Blinn Junior College Kolby Blissett

Kilgore Junior College Tra’Kareon Leary

Louisiana College

Stephen F. Austin University Christian Allison Jonah Stewart

Texas A&M University Amber Chaffin Marissa Snow

Texas Army National Guard Crescencio Benitez

D’vodney Brooks

Louisiana State University Sarah Little

Louisiana Tech Tyler Musgrove

Texas Lutheran University Keldrean Strong

Texas State Technical College

Paris Junior College

Jose Iruegus Deshun Brown William Ward

Sam Houston University

Texas Women’s University

Keyaria Lewis

Tiara Perkins Alexus Rollins

Rebecca Campbell

Panola College

Gloria Arellano Juan Alcala Jordan Blake Alexis Butler Timothy Brown Kaylee Bullock Primo Del Castillo Phat Chung Robby Cox Kelsey Digilormo Zachary Galloway Ana Guerrero Rodriguez Kassitie Gray Guillermo Gomez Jordan Hanna Matthew Hendricks Devin Hurst Dillon Husar Shay Joines William Jacks Cadie Lawrence Trenton Lee Kristen Liedtke Samantha Martin Jill Mclemore Ariana Montagne Sonia Morales Dakota Pride Brooklyn Peace Rileigh Parker Blayke Powell Jorge Rodriguez-Huizar Jonathon Rayon Tyler Ryan Krishlyn Rocquemore Will Spanial Ismael Saucedo Blanca Sigala Callie Smith Hannah Taylor Ethan Vonzynda Emily Ward Amber Wetherford Tweetie Williams

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Senior Accomplishments throughout the year

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By Carlie Smith

Beauties and Beaus, as chosen by the senior class, were recognized at the Pine Burr Awards. (Back Row) Cade Clinton, Tevin Pipkin, Keldrean Strong, Chance Socia, William Rittenberry, Jack Morris; (Front Row) Kelsey Sharpe, McKenzie Tate, Rileigh Parker, Keyaria Lewis, Alexus Rollins and Bailey Haecker

Pine Burr adviser Jayme Quick presents Blake Bogenschutz with the Mr. CHS award. Students are nominated for the award in January and then the entire student body votes on the top six nominees.

Principal Otis Amy recognizes Taylor Price as senior class valedictorian.

Students were honored with the Pacesetter award at the Pine Burr Awards Assembly. Pacesetters are chosen by teachers based on character and academic achievement. (Back Row) Devin Hurst, Keldrean Strong, Tyler Musgrove, Garrett Harvey, Blake Bogenschutz, Chance Socia, William Rittenberry; (Front Row) Lauren Thompson, Caroline Horton, Brittany Villanueva, Cierria Graves, Taylor Price and Marlei English

Pine Burr award winners: (Most Athletic) Tee Goree and Lauren Thompson; (Friendliest) Jonah Stewart and Tiara Perkins; (Best Personality) Trevin Davis and Stephanie Spears; (Most Likely to Succeed) Tyler Ryan and Taylor Price; (Mr. and Miss CHS) Blake Bogenschutz and Marlei English; (Class Favorites) Montana Jacques and Gloria Arellano; (Most School Spirit) Wade Davis and Carlie Smith; (Wittiest) Phat Chung and Shay Joines

Technology teacher Tara Dobrinski recognizes David Johnson for his superior work in the local chapter of TSA. Johnson participated in the TSA State Competition all four years of high school.--

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1. Prom king, Tee Goree, and prom queen, Marlei English, danced after being crowned.

2. Seniors Kristin Liedtke, McKenzie Tate, William Rittenberry, Shelby Lansford and Baylee Hacker clog for the senior show. The song they danced to was “Dance With Me Tonight� by Olly Murs.

3. The senior class lines up to take a picture at the candle light pep 4 rally. This was held in the senior parking lot.

4. Holding up their decorated names, seniors show off their signs to the rest of the school. The senior pep rally was held before the last home football game.

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Doing a skit of the hit show, What Not to Wear, seniors Trevin Davis and Alexus Rollins give their 6 fashion advice to senior Tiara Perkins. t 6.

Kiara Lewis is crowed homecoming queen at the homecoming game. She was crowned by 2012 homecoming queen Laramie Smith - Glaze and senior class president Cierra Graves.